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Event: Sassy City Chicks Fashion Bash/Sample Sale

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I found out about this event via my friend Janique at Her Goody Bag.  It’s similar to Shecky’s Night Out (if you’re familiar with that). 

Today is the last day for the Sassy City Chicks Fashion Bash in NYC. If you have yet to purchase your tickets you are in luck!. Top Button is running a promotion and you can get a FREE ticket & tote bag filled with goodies and coupons by using the Promo Code: TB at checkout.  Go to http://www.sassycitychicks.com/ to get your free ticket.

If you go, I hope to see you there. If not,, you will read about it here 🙂

Planning for my Cruise – Outfits, Shoes, Camera…

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My family does a family & friends cruise bi-annually, so I’m going on a cruise in August for 8 days .:yay:. I am so looking forward to this since I haven’t had a “real” vacation since I went to Puerto Vallarta in October, 2009.  My friend from JHS & HS is coming (CHECK OUT HER BLOG).  I’m excited about that.  I wish more of my friends were going .:WOMP WOMP.:

Not that I need anything, but I am snooping around some sites, and came across a few items I think I need .:lol:.

This is a bathing suit my sister sent to me.  I told her she can’t wear it because she’s a mommy ( I know, I’m mean).  I think I may get it for myself. 

What do you think?

This is another one I saw on VS that I liked.  It’s very sexy like most of my swimsuits lol

 

Another item I’ve been wanting for a long time is a pair (or two) of Birkenstocks.  Seeing them in the June 2010 issue of Elle didn’t help with not making me want them any less.  These are super comfortable, and form to your feet.  I’m going to need a comfortable shoe while walking around the different islands.  they also come in many different colors. There’s a pair I like that has chains, which is $140; I’ll take the plain ones for $70 please!

I thought about buying a new dress for the captain’s ball.  I think I will opt out of that one since i have tons of fancy dreses, and some of them I haven’t even worn yet .:smh:.

I do love rompers though. I have several. They are just comfortable, and take no thought when getting dressed. Plus, it’s less outfits to pack.  I like these…

This first one reminds me of my all black Ruffled Shulder one I wore to my friend’s birthday in March.

 

This one is cute.  I love the colors, and the back is sexy. Just my luck, it’s not available.

Here’s another one I like too…

 

This one is cute to wear to a party. Ithin it will make my butt look weird though.

 

I desperately need a new digital camera.  I love my old Canon Powershot SD750, but, it’s definitely time for an upgrade.  I don’t need a high-end, professional grade camera.  I just need something that takes better pics than my old one, has optical zoom, and an image stabilizer.  Oh, and it should be 10 or more megapixels. 

I was looking at this one.

 

There’s another one I want. I can’t remember the Brand & Style right now though.

Any recommendations?

Another thing I want to do before I go is get another tattoo.  Maybe I will finish the one on my lower pelvic region? I’m not sure just yet.

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IMATS New York April 9-10, 2011

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So if you follow Makeup Artist Magazine on Twitter, you would have seen that they announced that there will be IMATS (International Makeup Artist Trade Show) in New York in 2011!!! I’m so excited for this.  They are usually held in LA, Sydney, Toronto, London, & Vancouver.

IMAT’s is the largest makeup convention in the world.   Thousands of attendees the two day conference where they can take classes, listen to speakers, and purchase products from the largest makeup brands at discounted prices.  many of the well-known brands like MAC, Make Up For Ever, Urban Decay, Temptu etc  as well as smaller up and coming brands.  A lot of YouTube gurus and beauty bloggers attend as well. It’s great.  I wanted to go to IMAT’s LA, but since I have a 9-5, I can’t.  Womp Womp!

Hopefully IMATs does come to NY next year. I can’t wait!

The Best Tinted Moisturizer Ever!

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Tinted moisturizers are great products to use, especially in the summer months when you do not want to wear tons of makeup.  Last year I was using Artisty’s Tinted Moisturizer ($22) which has SPF.  I would also use Make Up For Ever’s (MUFE) Face & Body Foundation, which is waterproof.  I found most satisfaction with the MUFE Face & Body, but I would still consider the Artistry Tinted Moisturizer during the day because it has SPF.

 

While there are many excellent tinted moisturizers on the market, you may find that some are too dark, too light, too heavy, too oily, or not moisturizing enough – the list goes on.

If you still haven’t found your perfect tinted moisturizer, you can try this beauty secret for making your own tinted moisturizer that’s perfectly customized to fit your skin’s needs. 

***Mix one part foundation (powder, cream, or liquid) with two parts of your favorite moisturizer. 

Note: If you tend to get oily, stay away from oil-based mositurizers & products. Also, oil-based products in the summer & heat tend to make your skin feel & look greasy & dirty.

Application:  Use a #130 Duo Fibre Brush to stipple the moisturizer over the face to ensure even application. 

Making  your own tinted moisturizer allows you to easily adjust the color, and build up coverage.  If you need more coverage, add more foundation.

Want a tinted moisturizer to match and enhance your tanned skin,  or bring out your summer glow?  Just mix in a little powdered bronzer into your homemade tinted moisturizer or you can mix in some liquid illuminator drops in as well.

 

If you are not into making your own, Makeup Artist Sam Fine recommends Laura Mercier’s Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 20

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