By leily on Feb 4, 2008 in Women’s fashion | 0 Comments
I will admit that I did suffer a little bit for wearing this (as the wind whipped around my legs, hoping to not pull a Marilyn on this particularly warm but very windy day). But dammit, I really wanted to wear this.
We all know how easy it is to wear muted or dark colors during the winter. People seem to think that wearing brights are reserved for spring/summer or cleaning the highways. But I think that there are easy ways to get around that. There are still many “bright” colors, that aren’t neon, aren’t in your face, or crazy. I tried to channel that with this outfit. And to be honest, I started with the socks and built up the whole outfit around it. Mostly inspired by an old post of Agathe’s about wanting yellow socks.
Socks, then the shoes, then the dress. I got stuck with the top, cause I needed to be warm, and there isn’t much to match once everything else is a different color. I finally picked this sweater, and I’m glad I did. I really like how this whole outfit turned out in the end.
Sweater: Banana Republic on sale $20
Dress: Urban outfitters $5
Belt:Target $14
Socks: $1
Shoes: vintage sandal heels $20 consignment store
Nothing really matches, but I like how the sweater and the socks really pop. I would have never guessed all these colors would have worked together were it not for those little yellow socks.
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By leily on Feb 4, 2008 in Beauty | 0 Comments
A while ago, Ms. New Beauty went to beauty blogger event at Space.NK . There, she met and chatted it up with the beautiful faces behind some of her favorite blogs. Of course, she also picked herself up some pretty little things from all the offering at the hip, Soho apothecary. Ms. New Beauty should have known that the question “what else should I buy?” would be met with so many raves about so many different products, lines, and brands. The one that stood out came from Elke , the fabulous, bi-coastal makeup artist. She picked up a makeup brush and said, “get this, it makes you perfect!” That was all MNB had to hear - she took the brush from Elke’s hand and headed straight to the register. And, after following her advice on how to use it, Ms. New Beauty can positively report that she is now perfect, when it comes to her makeup that is - she still has the habit of starting laundry and taking a week to finish it. But, this post is just about that wonderfully perfecting brush, and an even cheaper version that still gets the job done.
Fiber Optic Face Brushes
Laura Mercier Finishing Brush, $42
vs.
Sephora Brand Professional Stippling Brush, $35
Fiber optic face brushes are so amazing, and I had never even heard of them until Elke insisted that I get it. The brushes are made up of two layers of bristles, as you can see. The short black bristles are tightly packed goat hairs that are design to hold onto product while the longer white bristles are synthetic, meant to come behind and smooth everything out. This is the tool to reach for when you’re applying your fine shimmer powders and don’t want to end up looking too Disco Fever.
I use it differently though. First, I do my entire face of makeup - primer, foundation, concealer, blush, loose powder. Then, I grab this brush and my trusty Evian Brumisateur (honestly, how many uses are there for that that can of water? I swear I could figure out a way to decorate my house with it). I spray a light mist to just dampen the bristles of the brush and then I buff it over my entire face. What this does is blend out my makeup and pick up just enough to that everything looks really sheer and natural, exactly the way makeup should look. You can say goodbye to harsh lines and that tell tale border along your jaw once you use this. And, both brushes do the same job, it’s just that one costs less.
Stay perfect, or get that way if you’re not already, just don’t forget that Ms. New Beauty told you!
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By leily on Feb 4, 2008 in Beauty | 0 Comments
Boscia is a preservative-free, botanically-based skincare company founded in Japan by Kenjo Ikemori, a Japanese entrepeneur. The integrated Boscia line combines the strength of several skincare methods to achieve healthy skin.
Bosica’s Willow Bark To-Go Breakout Treatment ($15) is a unique gel containing Willow Bark, Willowherb, Soapberry Peel, Jojoba Leaf, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and other effective ingredients that help reduce redness and inflammation, control oil, and combat free radicals in a convenient pen-like tube. I recently tried this spot treatment, because who doesn’t get random zits that pop up at any moment? I had one last week. So I applied this clear gel and waited. I continued applying it and it went away. I’m not sure if it sped up the process, but it seemed to help a little bit and there was no mark afterward. Good for sensitive skin too.
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By leily on Feb 4, 2008 in Women’s fashion | 0 Comments
You can’t lose with this 1950’s pink chiffon evening dress with a sweet matching bolero jacket from VFG member Wyoming Vintage.
Yum! Dreamy confection labeled Sylvia Ann Bridal Originals. Fully lined in a thin pink semi stiff nylon. One layer of tulle under the skirt. Covered with lucious pink nylon chiffon.Three super thin straps over the shoulders. Boned through the bodice. Gathered over the bust and coffin pleated to right above the hips. Totally flattering! Huge full pink puffy skirt.
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