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5 Shades of Autumn for Nails (2013 Edition)

5 Shades of Autumn for Nails (2013 Edition)

Rebecca suggested a theme of polishes perfect for autumn, and here are my five picks! I wanted to vary the shades so there would (hopefully!) be something for everyone to consider. There were a lot of amazing limited edition shades that caught my eye, but I wanted to stick with shades permanently...

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Illamasqua The Sacred Hour Collection for Fall 2013

Illamasqua The Sacred Hour Collection for Fall 2013

The Sacred Hour is the time to release your inner warrior. Embrace new beginnings at daybreak and re-stoke the fire in your heart as the sun sets. Breathe in the elements, enhance your features, and express yourself. Find your courage, wisdom and power within.

“A moment to reflect your inner fire...

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The Tempting 10 -- August 2013 Edition

The Tempting 10 -- August 2013 Edition

Maybelline Vibrant Mandarin NARS Taos Zoya Beatrix YSL Vert d'Orient Illamasqua Supernatural Burberry Cameo Pink Burberry Cameo Pink OCC New Wave OCC New Wave Urban Decay Radium Sephora Fairytale Marc Jacobs The Starlet

The Tempting 10 features my top product picks for the upcoming month, and these are all products I've reviewed in the past (you can click around the image above or use the links below to see more photos, swatches, etc.). I think it's a great way for me to share old favorites (but always ones that...

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Illamasqua Now Available at Bloomingdale's!

Illamasqua Now Available at Bloomingdale's!

Illamasqua is now available at Bloomingdale's!  Select stores will also be carrying the line.

  • 59th Street – 8/7
  • Soho – 8/10
  • Short Hills -8/15
  • North Michigan – 8/21
  • Aventura – 8/28
  • Huntington -8/31

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Illamasqua Hydra Veil Rehydrating Gel Review & Photos

Illamasqua Hydra Veil Rehydrating Gel Review & Photos

Illamasqua Hydra Veil Rehydrating Gel ($40.00 for 1.0 oz.) is a cross between a primer and a moisturizer, so perhaps it's best categorized as a moisturizing primer, as it is not a skincare product (e.g. no long-term hydration benefits are claimed). It's really...

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Illamasqua Paranormal Eyeshadow Palette

Illamasqua Paranormal Eyeshadow Palette ($46.50 for 0.20 oz.) is supposed to have four waterproof eyeshadows that "[feel] like a cream" but "[delivers] waterproof washes of color with long-lasting hold." The formula feels like a hybrid...

Illamasqua Paranormal Eyeshadow Palette ($46.50 for 0.20 oz.) is supposed to have four waterproof eyeshadows...

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Illamasqua Posture Lipstick

Illamasqua Posture Lipstick ($24.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "cool mauve." It's a cool-toned, gray-tinted lavender with a matte finish. MAC Nocturnal Instincts is pinker, not as cool-toned/gray. MAC Fresh Amour is more opaque, cooler-toned. MAC Lavender Whip is pinker. OCC...

Illamasqua Posture Lipstick ($24.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "cool mauve." It's a cool-toned, gray-tinted lavender with a matte finish. MAC...

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Illamasqua ESP Lipstick

Illamasqua ESP Lipstick ($26.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "vivid violet." It's a rich, violet purple with pink undertones and a matte finish. Nothing that I could think of seemed to come very close--this is very purple; not pink, not...

Illamasqua ESP Lipstick ($26.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "vivid violet." It's a rich, violet purple with...

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Illamasqua Morale Blush

Illamasqua Morale Powder Blush ($27.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "shimmering magenta pink." It's a cool-toned, medium pink with a frosted finish. NARS Gaiety is more matte. MAC Peony Petal is darker, less frosted. MAC I'm the One is...

Illamasqua Morale Powder Blush ($27.00 for 0.14 oz.) is described as a "shimmering magenta pink." It's a...

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