May Wishlist '13

 

 

 

 

 

As April comes to a close, I am lusting after a few goodies I want to get my hands on during May.

They include:

 

* Benefit Cosmetics Watt's Up - http://www.benefitcosmetics.com/

* Batiste Dry Shampoo - http://www.priceline.com.au/ 

* The Honest Life Book - http://www.bigw.com.au/bigw/home

 

 

What items are you looking forward to getting this May?

 

- Bella x



Shop The Trend : Statement Earrings

 

Give your simple studs a day off and stand out with a pair of statement earrings!

 

 

 

 

 

*  Triangle Layered Stud Earrings - Topshop ($11.29 AUD)

http://www.topshop.com/

* Statement Chandelier Earring - ASOS ($23.92 AUD)

http://www.asos.com/au/

* Graphite Earrings - Seduce ($49.95 AUD)

http://www.seduce.com.au/

* Rhinestone Triangle Epoxy Earrings - Wet Seal ($7.50 AUD)

http://www.wetseal.com/

* All For You Grande Earrings (Silver) - Samantha Wills ($175.00 AUD)

http://www.samanthawills.com/

 



Product Knowledge : Foundation

 

Foundation is the most important item of make-up you will ever purchase, and while the right formula can erase years from your face, the wrong foundation can also add years.

 

 

Why is foundation so important? Essentially, foundation can make your skin appear flawless and natural. It can cover imperfections and smooth out an uneven skin tone. Unfortunately, foundation can also be one of the most difficult products to choose correctly.

When choosing foundation there are two things to consider - firstly, matching your skin tone and its depth level, so that the foundation looks natural. The second is to match your skin type with the correct foundation formula, whilst considering if you have oily, dry, combination or sensitive skin.

 

{the goal of foundation is to look as if you're not wearing anything at all}

 

 

 

Types of Foundation:

 

* Liquid - is the most popular foundation and is suited to most. Liquid foundation gives varying degrees of sheer, medium and full coverage, depending on the brand and the formula. My favourite liquid foundation is Revlon Colorstay Foundation for combination skin, in the colour true beige.

 

* Creme - is smooth to apply and is formulated for normal to very dry complexions. It gives your skin a natural finish and offers full coverage. The only issue with creme foundation is that it can appear cakey on the skin if it is not blended correctly. A great creme foundation to try is Natural Glamour Foundation.

 

* Mousse - is much like creme foundation, with a whipped consistency. This lightweight foundation provides even coverage and is formulated for normal to dry skin. Mousse textured foundations sink into the skin rather than sit on top of it. A good choice for mousse foundation is Revlon Photoready Mousse Foundation.

 

Foundation also comes in stick form, powder forumlas, tinted moisturzer, mineral powders and aerosol spray.

 



One Star, Two Looks.

 

Too often celebrities transform and change their looks but tend to be known for one signiture style. Here are a few celebrity looks that display opposing features, whether a signiture style or transitional look.

 

(I have placed a heart next to the looks I prefer for Nikki Reed, Britney Spears, Sarah Hyland, Chloe Moretz, Peta Murgatroyd and Naomi Watts).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do you agree with my picks?

- Bella xx

 



Review : Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette

 

 

 

Huge on the scene during 2012, the Urban Decay Naked 2 Palette is a fantastic eyeshadow palette that everyone should own. Seeing as Urban Decay is not currently sold in Australia, I have finally got my hands on this bad boy.

 

The palette was a gift given to me for Easter, but was late on delivery. The Naked 2 Palette includes 12 eyeshadow colours, a double-ended eyeshadow brush and a lip gloss.

The purchase was made from Beauty Bay (http://www.beautybay.com/ - $53.40 AUD) and was a first purchase from the site. Positively, the item arrive within the scheduled delivery time and also came with the option of free delivery. However, the palette was missing the eyeshadow brush and took over two weeks to replace. Nevertheless I now have all the pieces included in the palette.

 

The eyeshadow range is amazing, with a mixture of matte colours and shimmery shades. I love that the palette displays a range of neutral colours in white, cream, brown and black, but also has an extensive range of complementing colours to create an appealing eyeshadow look. The shadows are very pigmented and have an amazing colour pay off.

 

 

(The eyeshadows inlcude: Foxy, Halfbaked, Bootycall, Chopper, Tease, Snakebite, Suspect, Pistol, Verve, YDK, Busted and Blackout)

 

The double-ended brush consists of a shadow brush for application and a crease brush for application and blending into the crease of the eye. The Lip Junkie Lip Gloss is a further addition to the palette and is a travel sized option to carry around with you.

 



Dress To Impress : Job Interview

 

 

Although many would be afraid to say it, first impressions do count!

 

We hate judging people by the way they look but when we are faced with only a small window of time to make a great lasting impression, we need to put our best foot forward. A job interview is a prime example where we need to make the best impression possible... and fast. Showing pride in your appearance can demonstrate to a potential employer that you are well put-together, organised and would be a great addition to their team.

 

 

Although it goes without saying that securing the job inevitably comes down to your qualifications and interview skills, but looking the part definately doesn't hurt your chances.

 

It's important to keep a few fashion don'ts in mind when preparing for the right interview outfit:

 

NO Cleavage

NO Microminis

NO Moon Boots or Sky-High Platforms

NO Skintight Leather

NO Ripped, Tattered or Stained Clothing

NO Bra Straps, Panty Lines or Excessive Piercings On Display 

NO T-Shirts with Offensive Slogans

 



Make The Cut!

 

Wanting a stylish change to your look but don't know what to do?

Why not take a page out of the celebrity hair trend of the moment and make the cut.

 

Several celebrities have been swapping out their long locks for shorter, stylish dos. Whether a bob, concave cut or shoulder length hair, a shorter hair cut is creating a sophisticated look for several A-list celebrities of the moment.

Having long hair myself, I am eager for a change but unsure if I'm ready for it!
Is it time to make the cut?

 

 

    

 

April 2013 : New Beauty Products

 

 

As April is coming to an end, I look back the latest and greatest products to hit the shelves in the past couple of months.

These five newbies have definately impressed me, ranging from hair spray, make-up and basic essentials.

 

Definately give these items a go and tell me what you think! 

 



 

 

 

 

* KMS California Hair Play - Playable Texture ($33.95 AUD)

 

* Max Factor Lipfinity ($30.95 AUD)

 

* Australis Perfume Spray - in Wild at Heart ($4.49 AUD)

 

* Cetaphil Oil-Free Facial Moisturising Lotion ($13.59 AUD)

 

* L'Occitane en Provence Ultra Rich Body Cream - in Rose Petals ($32.00 AUD)

 

 

Style File : Sofia Vergara

 

 The sassy, loud and vivacious Sofia Vergara has exploded onto our television screens, best known for her current role as Gloria Pritchett on Modern Family.

 

The fourty year old actress has also made headlines for her figure-hugging outfits and occasional wardrobe malfuctions. Steadily becoming a style icon in her own right, Sofia's red carpet fashion exudes sexiness and shows off her hour-glass figure. She also brings sexy to her street wear, incorporating either high heels or tight fitting denim.


Below are some of Sofia's most memorable outfits:

 

 



Weekly Picks

 

 

This week I picked up a few small items that I wanted to share with you all.

 

 

 

Purchased at Priceline (http://www.priceline.com.au/)

 

1. Eco Tools Smudge Liner Brush (with in-built sharpener) - ($7.64 AUD)

2. Revlon Brow Set - ($15.99 AUD)

 

 

 

Purchased at Ally Fashion (http://www.allyfashion.com/store/)

 

1. Dress with Panels in Ribbed Fabric - ($24.99 AUD)

 

 



Beauty Emergencies...solved!

 

 

Don't you hate when you're running out the door in a hurry, or getting ready for a night out only to come across a major beauty emergency!

 

We have three quick fixes for the most common beauty emergencies...

 

 

 

#1 - The Monster Zit

It almost seems like your skin knows when you have a big event on or are heading out for a cute date because it always seems like you get that one HUGE zit the right before a big night. Well, never fear - to hide that sucker first dab on a spot treatment and gently rub it in. Next, dot a little concealer onto the pimple and pat it with your ring finger until it sinks in. If needed, pat in another thin layer of concealer and set with powder.

 

Products Picks 

Burt's Bee Herbal Blemish Stick ($14.81 AUD) http://www.hqhair.com/

Revlon Colorstay Blemish Concealer ($22.69 AUD) http://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/

 

 

 

#2 - Dark, Under Eye Circles

When the telltale signs of a late night are there, cover them up with a creamy concealer. Using a small concealer brush, blend the concealer from the darkest part of the undereye circle (usually the inner corner) outward. Make sure you use a concealer that is either one to two shades lighter than your natural skin colour. For staying power, set the concealer with a light translucent powder.

 

Product Picks

Jordana Cosmetics Undercover Creamy Concealer ($8.00 AUD) https://jordanacosmetics.com.au/

Too Faced Absolutely Invisible Translucent Powder ($32.60 AUD) http://www.lookfantastic.com/
 



 

 

#3 - Creased Eye Shadow

Whenever you're wearing eyeshadow for a long period of time creasing tends to occur. However, you can easily repair this with your finger. Rub the colour over your eyelids, very gently to even it out. In order to avoid creasing altogether, use concealer and set with loose powder or apply eye primer.

 

Product Picks

Benefit Lemon-aid Concealer ($37.00 AUD) http://www.myer.com.au/

Jordana Eye Primer/Base ($1.99 AUD) http://www.beautyjoint.com/



 

2013 CMA Awards : Hot or Not

 

Country music's biggest night has happend once again. The Academy of Country Music Awards were held in Nashville, Tennessee and provided a slew of of A-list country artists.

 

 

Although the night was filled with A-listers, the red carpet was anything but A-list!

Here are the fashion hits and misses...

 

 

Hot

 

 

* Ashley Jones (actress).

* Kimberly Perry (lead singer of The Band Perry).

 

 

* Michelle Stafford (actress).

* Taylor Swift (singer).

 

Not

 

 

* Raelynn (contestant on The Voice).

* Shania Twain (singer).

 

 

* Tobi Lee (singer).

* Sheryl Crow (singer).