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Halloween 101: 10 Essential Make Ups

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by Vie on October 14, 2011

Welcome to Halloween 101, day 2. Today we’re gonna talk about make-up, which is absolutely a necessity when it comes to this spooky holiday. Choosing the right make up is supposed to be full of fun and excitement and I have just the right choices for you. While red and black still remain on top of the list, I decided to add brighter colors and glitter to enhance your complexion. Let your imagination run wild and create amazing looks like never before with the help of these little friends. Have fun!

Halloween Make Up

1. Illamasqua Theater of the Nameless Lipstick. US$27.06.
2. MAC Wild Color Pigment in Violet. US$20.
3. Pop Beauty Ink Outliner. US$18.
4.Tarte for True Blood Cheek Stain. US$30.
5. Urban Decay Air Guitar Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner. US$18.
6. Make Up Forever Flash Color Case. US$95.
7. Deborah Lippmann Ruby Red Slippers Glitter Nail Color. US$18.
8. Chantecaille Les Delices Lip Gloss Palette. US$69.
9. Pop Beauty Nail Glam Crash. US$10.
10. Victoria’s Secret All Over Shimmer Powder. US$14.

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5 Must Have Beauty Palettes of the Season

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by Vie on October 6, 2011

Beauty palettes are must-have products for every make-up junkie. I must say that there’s nothing more convenient and luxurious than having a complete set that you can count on  anytime you want to look pretty! Today I find 5 of the hottest and most wanted color palettes of the season. It’s hard to choose just one so indulge yourself with these irresistible beauty must-haves!

1. Bobbi Brown 20th Anniversary Lip Palette.

Bobbi Brown 20th Anniversary Lip Palette

Let’s start our compilation with this amazing lip palette, specially made by Bobbi Brown to celebrate her 2oth anniversary! This tailor-made and collector’s edition palette consists of 10 original lip colors and 10 bright, ultra-modern shades. If you’re big in gloss, you’re gonna go crazy over this one. US$60.

2. Tarte The Starlet Limited Edition Makeup Vanity.

Tarte The Starlet Limited Edition Vanity Makeup

This is definitely a palette not to be missed! Everything is beautifully organized in a sophisticated vanity box. You’ll find everything you need to be pretty and fresh, starting from eye shadows, shimmering powder, mascara and lash enhancing primer. Beautiful box, beautiful palette, beautiful everything! US$52.

3. Kat Van D Tattoo Chronicles Candelabra Edition.

Kat Von D Candelabra

Being a big fan of Kat Von D, I totally love her make up collection and this new palette from her is super hot. Consists of wonderful colors to play with, whether you’re a smokey eye person or more of a neutral, this palette has it all! Indulge yourself with these pretty shades and create your own style flawlessly. US$49.

4. Laura Mercier Color Portfolio.

Laura Mercier Color Portfolio

Holiday season is near and Laura Mercier has something sweet for us! Introducing the color portfolio, an excellent palette full of girly and romantic colors for your eyes and cheeks. Not only that, you will also get the useful brushes to make the work easier. Beautifully packed in an exquisite faux snakeskin organizer, this is truly a must-have! US$98.

5. Dior Holiday Deluxe Face Palette.

Dior Holiday Deluxe Face Palette

Reward yourself or your loved ones with this adorable Holiday deluxe palette from Dior. Beautifully packed with gorgeous bow and signature logo, this superb palette holds all travel essentials for your face. I’m totally loving this couture-inspired set, how about you? US$77.

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10 Must Have Beauty Products of the Season

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by Vie on September 21, 2011

Attention beauty junkies, I have good news for you. After careful consideration, I managed to compile 10 of the hottest make up of the season. So, whether you’re a fragrance lover, eye shadow fanatic, nail fetishist or lipgloss maniac, you can find the best and the latest collection in this fine compilation because today’s post is all about looking pretty and girly. Get your shopping cart ready and enjoy this special guideline, specially created for my beautiful readers!

1. Lancome Maison Powder Blush.

Lancome Maison Lancome Powder Blush

This is absolutely love at first sight! I’m loving this adorable powder blush from Lancome. Soft and subtle, this radiant blush is beautifully textured with exceptional shades of brown, pink and golden shimmer . Enjoy the soft satin glow with this fine looking blush! US$40.

2. Benefit I’m Glam.. Therefore I Am.

Benefit I Am Glam Therefore I Am

I’m a big fan of Benefit for their funky packaging and fabulous products, which is why I need to include this brand new Glam set. Dedicated to all glamorous ladies out there, this set is all you need to create that stunning look. This 7-piece collection is packed nicely in gorgeous set that would also make fine gift for your BFF. US$36.

3. Tarte Limited Edition Lip Service.

Tarte Lip Service Set

You’re one step closer in creating irresistible smile with this fantastic and colored lip treatments from Tarte. Available in 5 most natural and beautiful colors, not only will they moisture and soften your lips but also leaving you with super sweet and kissable shades on your pouts! US$29.

4. Taylor Swift Wonderstruck Perfume.

Taylor Swift Wonderstruck

A singer, an actress and now a beauty creator! The talented and beautiful Taylor Swift has recently released this oh-so-pretty Wonderstruck perfume. Packed in such dreamy details, if you’re a softy for refreshing and playful scents, then you should enjoy this magical blend of freesia, green tea, apple blossom, raspberry and dewberry. US$49.50 (1.7oz) or US$59.50 (3.4oz).

5. Too Faced Sweet Dreams Makeup Collection.

Too Faced Sweet Dreams Set

Having a beautiful face is no longer a dream, thanks to Too Faced for this lovely Sweet Dreams collection that consists of their bestsellers for your eyes, lips and cheeks. Stored nicely in such dreamy presentation, this is definitely a deal you simply can’t missed! US$46.

6. Nails Inc Autumn Color Collection.

Nails Inc Autumn Colors

Inspired by the elegant and glamorous catwalk show comes these lovely shades for your pretty nails. If you’re looking for daring looks that last for a long time and leaves you a glossy effect, then you should consider getting this Autumn set! US$25.

7. Urban Decay Book of Shadow Volume IV.

Urban Decay Book of Shadows Volume IV

A fantastic way to spoil your beauty senses, this gorgeous set from Urban Decay consists of 16 eye shadow colors that will help you to create from the most natural to most provocative look. What’s special about this palette is the “QR” codes that you can access through your phone in order to get the Urban Decay’s exclusive how-to videos. US$64.

8. Stila Dream in Full Color Palette.

Stila Dream in Full Color Palette

There’s no reason not to get this colorful palette from Stila, especially if you have good imagination when it comes to color wheel. This special palette is featuring 29 eye shadow colors , 7 cheek colors, a best-selling smudge stick and 12 page of step-by-step look book to help you create different looks like a pro. US$39.

9. Benefit Ticket to Glossytown.

Benefit Glossytown Set

Another splendid favor for your lips, this time comes from Benefit. This irresistible lipgloss set includes 6 glitzy mini gloss in pink shimmer. Carry them when you have a night out in town and keep those pouts glossy at all times! US$24.

10. Clinique Lid Smootie.

Clinique Lid Smoothie

Last but certainly not the least, if you’re up for practicality with long lasting result, you should give this new lid smoothie a try. Clinique has specially created this creamy eye shadow with instant cooling effect. Available in 6 dashing colors of honey, cashew, purple, blue, black and green, it lasts up to 8 hours! US$19.50.

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7 Most Fascinating Perfume Bottles

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by Vie on September 7, 2011

Unique Perfume Bottles

Never judge a book by its cover but you sure can judge perfume by its bottle! I must tell you, checking out various perfume bottles is such a pleasure. I like going to malls and whenever I see cute ones, I am pulled to the counter and the next thing I know, I’ll be busy trying each and one of them. Nowadays we see a lot of brands competing against each other not only in fragrance quality but also presentation. It tickles me to do some research and in the end, it amazes me how creative these designers are. Here are my top 7!

Annick Goutal La Petite Cherie Perfume

7. Annick Goutal is considered to be one of the favorites when it comes to scent. Her signature fragrance revolves around sweet floral and fruits. In this case, Annick created Petite Cherie and dedicated this to her daughter. Expect sweet smelling of pear, peach, musky rose, fresh cut grass, vanilla. US$175.

Lolita Lempicka Lolita Perfume

6. Lolita Lempicka invites you to world of happiness through this charming Lolita perfume. For a new refreshment with tad of exotic spice, you can count on this pleasurable aromas of pink peppercorn, bergamot, mandarin, wallflower, sweet pea, heliotrope, elemi, amber, patchouli and tonka bean. US$72 (1.7oz) and US$92 (2.70z).

Ultima II Head Over Heels Perfume

5. For the fashionable ladies, Ultima II presents this playful and flirty Head Over Heels perfume. Introduced in 2005, expect lovely scents of  lemongrass, mandarin, magnolia, bergamot, gardenia, cassis and jasmine. US$40 (3.9oz).

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Perfume

4. Famous for their Flowebomb collection, Viktor & Rolf is back with this adorable and irresistible perfume. Still named the same, this elegant bottle is full of floral explosion! Get familiar with bergamot, tea, freesia, jasmine, orange blossom, orchid, rose, patchouli. US$105 (1.7oz).

Sexy Little Things Noir Tease Perfume

3. For those who sprays to tease, here’s the perfect one for you. Part of Victoria’s Secret’s Sexy Little Things, pleasure your skin with this thrilling twist of fruits and floral. A fabulous blend of black vanilla, frozen pear and blooming gardenia. US$45 (1.7oz) and U$60 (3.4oz).

Vera Wang Lovestruck Perfume

2. Fall in love not only with the sweet bottle but also the fantastic fragrance. This Lovestruck perfume from Vera Wang holds the 2nd spot in our pick! For the romantics and playful ones, you would be attracted to a nice collaboration of pink guava, mandarin, tuberose, lotus blouson, precious woods and sheer musk. US$48 (1.0oz), US$68 (1.7oz) and US$78 (3.4oz).

Betsey Johnson Too Too Perfume

1. Taddah! Make room for the most creative designer ever! She has become my role models and I’ve been following her eccentric style for the longest time. Introducing the one and only Betsey Johnson. This Too Too perfume is created based on her playful and flirty personality, so you can be sure how cheerful this fragrance is. Bottled nicely in flirtatious fishnet, pink tutu and lightning tattoo, not only is this a collector’s item but it’s also rich in scents of juicy passion fruit, pink musk, ginger, mara strawberry, tuberose, jasmine, oud wood, patchouli and black vanilla. US$42 (1.0oz), US$62 (1.7oz) and US$82 (3.4oz).

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Bare Escentuals Santorini Eyeshadow Trio

First it was Bora Bora, now it’s Santorini. It looks like Bare Escentuals knows what my dream destinations are! If Bora Bora was my dream wedding destination, Santorini definitely comes next. There is no doubt for its beauty and grace, nature and glamor! Just like what this new palette is all about. Get carried away with the most spectacular landscape in Greece through this wonderful trio that would turn you into amazing Greek goddess! US$19.

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