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Call it Spring In-store Event (Aldo’s More Affordable Line)

Yesterday evening I was one of the many bloggers and fashionista’s attending the Spring shoe store opening event, which is located in Manhattan Mall on the 1st floor.

I just want to say this event was CRAZY! Imagine 100′s of women (very few men) who had their pick at $150 worth of free shoes and accessories, along with appetizers and drinks? Pure MADNESS! It was fun though.

I met up with my friends Shannon (The Bliss List), and Janique (HerGoodyBag); they arrived early, so they had a better pick of the shoes.  I also ran into people from the Fab blogger circle, such as the ladies from oSoChic, my soror from Temple of Glam, the wonderful Kitty Bradshaw, Diva’s & Dorks, The Fab Chick, Danielle from Style & Beauty Doctor, and I finally got to meet Carmen from Lipstick.Fashion.Mascara. It’s always great seeing these ladies whenever I am out.

Me & Carmen from Lipstick.Fashion.Mascara

During the event I managed to score two pairs of shoes; a neutral shade platform sandal, and a t-strap Mary Jane in a taupe color. I also picked up a grey handbag with chain detailing. Grey is the transitional color for the fall!

Note: Their shoes do run a bit on the small side. I ended up getting a 39 in one pair of shoes. I normally wear a 7 or 7.5 in women’s shoes.

Background info…

Spring shoes was founded in 1991 by the Aldo group, and is in an international brand with over 200 stores in Canada, the U.S, Asia, and Middle East. I would classify it as a younger, more edgy, and affordable side of Aldo.

(PICS of what I snagged coming soon…)

What does Spring shoes sell?

Spring is not just shoes! They also sell accessories, and other leather goods such as handbags.

If you’re looking for the latest trends from the runways of Milan, Paris, New York or Tokyo, but at affordable prices, checkout Spring shoes!

Shop online http://www.myspringshoes.com/ & ‘Like’ their Facebook Page.

This event was brought to you by Shine Media PR.  Special Thanks to Robyn for hosting this wonderful event & for the invite! ‘Like’ Shine Media PR on Facebook.

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FINALLY! Urban Decay Primer Potion in a Squeeze Tube

I was going through my emails that I received while on vacation, and I came across one from Urban Decay regarding their Primer Potion.  Many of us who use the UDPP as our HG product have always complained about the packaging.  It seems like Urban Decay got the hint and listened. Wow, a company who listens to the consumers request. Good job!

Here’s the new packaging…

 

The squeeze tube makes it easier to get everything out.

The needle-nose tip makes application more sanitary, and easier to control product application.

It is a tad bit expensive. I’m not sure if I can justify paying $29 for UDPP.  I wonder if the regular size will have the same packaging eventually? I hope so.

What do you think of the new packaging?

 Is it what you’ve been longing for?

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Happy Birthday to Me

Hey everyone!

Sorry I’ve been MIA.  I was away until Wednesday, then I had work, and today is my 26th birthday.  I will post more within the following week.  You know how it is when you come back from vacation… Please bare with me.

Don’t forget to checkout my giveaways page and enter my giveaways!

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Make Up Do’s & Don’ts

Makeup Do’s

Always…

Play up your best features! Long eyelashes are to beautiful eyes what a short skirt is to great legs.

Use a light hand. Remember you can always add more makeup if you need it.

Blend! Blend! Blend!  There should be no “stripes” on your face. You’re a lady, not a quarterback.

Adjust the amount of make up to the time of day. LESS for day, more for night.

Use clean tools to do the job. Nothing is worse than using a dirty brush on a clean face.

Cover your clothes with a towel/cape before applying makeup. You don’t want to get messed up!

Practice and try new thingsthat’s how you’re going to get good, and comfortable with putting your best face forward

  


 

Makeup Don’ts

Never…  

Go overboard. No need to wear layers of makeup. Clowns are cute…at the circus!

Focus on more than one feature at a time. Going for a strong lip? Then go easy on the eyes and vice versa too.

Think that makeup will hide all your problems. If you have skin issues like acne, work on clearing it up before you wear make-up regularly.

Fall into the trend trap. Just because you saw it in a beauty and style magazine doesn’t make it right for you!

Wear what you don’t love. Don’t let the lady at the beauty counter convince you that you look great when you think you look a hot mess.

Learning to use these makeup application tips isn’t hard. It’s 20% skill and 80% practice. As long as you stay far away from the no-no’s you’ll be fine!

BEST PART: If you’re not satisfied with your work, use a makeup remover, wash your face and start over. Remember, it’s not permanent (unless you want it to be but that’s another story!)

  

O.k., now that you know what and what not to do, time to hop to it.   Practice makes perfect!

  


 

 

 

 

  

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