Sunday, August 12, 2012

Hard Candy Cosmetics

During my last visit to Walmart last weekend, I had to venture down the cosmetics aisle to see if they had restocked their shelves. It seems as if my Walmart is always out of some or everything is out of order but in any case I found some goodies while there. I have been hearing about Hard Candy So Baked bronzers for a while and I finally found them. Even though they are called bronzers, they are far too light for my dark complexion. So what I will be using them for, is highlighters. The one that I researched that would suit my skintone the best would be Tropics. Its a not overly bronzey tan color with bronze veining. When swatched, it gives off this nicely bronze glow without looking like a disco ball.




Lastly I saw this eyeshadow called Supernova that reminded me soo much of the MAC Young Punk, which was limited edition. Don't you hate when MAC comes out with a collection and then once sold out, it disappears. SMH! However, Supernova can be your alternative. When photographed it looks almost identical but in the pan you can see that Supernova has a deep purple color rather than a pinkie/purple flexes of glitter and no white veining. I am absolutely impressed with this line and will be making more purchases,as soon as I decide what else I want.



Wednesday, August 8, 2012

A Girl's Night Out

I went out this weekend to attend a friend's birthday party. Everyone loved my look I did and my outfit. So I decided to break down how I achieved this look. The outfit came from a small store in a mall here in NY a few months ago, finally rocking it. The face products will be listed below.





Face:

L'Oreal Studio Secrets Professional Primer
Revlon Colorstay Foundation in Cappuccino
Milani Secret Cover Concealer Cream in Deep Tan (used under eye and in a upside down triangle on forhead)
E.L.F High Definition Powder in Translucent (used with a powder puff to press and set concealer)
MAC MSF in Deep Dark (all over face except for the areas with concealer)
Covergirl Queen Pressed Powder in Medium (as bronzer)
MAC Raizin Blush
E.L.F Blush in Gotta Glow (used as highlight on cheekbone)
Wet n Wild Brow Pencil in Dark Brown

Eyes:

NYX Eyeshadow Base in Skin Tone
theBalm Nude'tude Palette Stubborn (lid)
theBalm Nude'tude Palette Sultry and Sexy (above crease)
theBalm Nude'tude Palette Sleek and Serious (outter V and crease)
theBalm Nude'tude Palette Stand-offish (tear duct)
E.L.F Blush in Gotta Glow (highlight under brow)
Milani Liquif'eye Eyeliner Pencil in Black 
E.L.F. Liquid Eyeliner (upper lashline)
Covergirl Lash Blast Volume in Black

Lips:

Wet n Wild Lip Pencil in Berry Red (filled in entire lip)
Covergirl Lipstick in Hot Passion



Monday, March 19, 2012

Braid it once, braid it twice

For a while now the hair trends have been forever changing from long loose curls, to short bobs, and from high buns to now braids. It can start from one side of the head and finish on the other. Or the braid can do a complete circle around head. Going from a simple French braid to intricate fish tail braids. Braiding is nothing new but with many celebrities doing some of these hair styles, they are becoming popular again. Seeing a lot of pictures in magazines and online, makes me wonder if you have been joining the craze.









Friday, March 16, 2012

Spring anyone?

Spring is right around the corner but for some of us, spring has graced her presence early. I know everyone has seen the colorful skinny jeans that's out and they are allowing us to dress in all different colors without looking crazy. The brightness and the vibrancy of the colors in the color forcast has made me extremely happy, since I'm a person who LOVES color.
But besides the bright colors, I have been loving the look of just black and white. The dresses and the accessories that are coming out has me in heaven. The dress with the black lace around the collar and chest, I own. It fits perfectly. But with these two bland colors, you can always pair it with a solid color shoe and clutch or bag. My question to you is, how will you be dressing this spring?









Where have I been??

I have been gone for way too long. In the beginning I was uninspired to write anything and then my laptop permanently died on me. All this time I have found and fell in love with new products, clothing, and another website called pinterest. If you haven't checked it out yet, I advise you do. It's an easy way to share your ideas and inspiration boards for yourself and others. You can follow me at pinterest.com/swankygt or click the button at the bottom. I have also been traveling. I went to California in December as well as Las Vegas. Both places were super fun. While in Vegas, we visited Hoover Dam and the view was amazing! Also I went to the gun range, which my bestie arranged and went to the pier in Calif. I can't show you all the pictures because I don't have a computer yet but I can show you pictures that I have saved on my phone. Follow Me on Pinterest




Friday, July 15, 2011

Give Me Vanity

Using my Wet n Wild Vanity palette, I created this very simple and neutral look paired with a bold orange lip. A mix of a red orange and bright orange lipstick created a muted down orange that not over the top.

~Face~
Black Opal Flawless Perfecting Concealer in Beautiful Bronze

MAC MSF in Deep Dark
Covergirl Ebony Bronzer
Wet n Wild Brow Pencil in Dark Brown

~Eyes~
NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milk
Wet n Wild Vanity palette (using all colors from the left side)
The middle matte beige-brown color on the lid
The last brown color on the outer V 
The first highlight color as the highlight

~Lips~
Wet n Wild in Willow (to mute out my natural lip color)
Revlon Siren (on the outer rim of my lips)
NYX LSS507 (on the center of the lips)




Saturday, June 25, 2011

My Silent Treatment

When I bought the Wet n Wild palette in Silent Treatment, I have not put it down. I have wore this look for a couple of days now and it looks absolutely gorgeous in the daytime. It is absolutely simple with just using all the colors in the palette and with a pop of color on the lips. This pink lipstick is my absolute fav. and is very moisturizing, MAC Milan Mode. Milan Mode is a Lustre with glitter but the glitter is not overbearing at all. I hope you all enjoy.



 

~Eyes~
NYX Jumbo Pencil in Cottage Cheese
Wet n Wild Silent Treatment
L'Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Blackest Black

~Face~
MAC Studio Tech Foundation NW45
MAC MSF in Deep Dark
Covergirl Ebony Bronzer
Wet n Wild Brow Pencil in Dark Brown

~Lips~
MAC Milan Mode