my fall 2013 beauty and style haul!

over the past several weeks, i've been collecting some new goodies…

wanna see??

oh, just fyi, i created the collages kind of randomly {and not everything is pictured}, but i know you'll get the idea…

take a look…

first, i have to blame thank Emily {she's fabulous!} for my current Wet n Wild product obsession. and she may have also had some influence on some all of the e.l.f {blush/bronzer duos, lashes, brushes} purchases i've recently made….

most everything from wet n wild is fabulous, so pigmented and they apply gorgeously! 

i've collected all of the blush/bronzer contouring powders from e.l.f. as well as some of their lashes, makeup brushes {their $1 eye shadow and crease brushes from the Essential line and the Complexion and Small Stippling brushes from the Studio line}; also added to my makeup collection: a couple of wet n wild palettes, blushes and liners…

sweet, cozy scents are essential this time of year. so, of course, the fact that i've bought some new candles should be no surprise. i'm sure you've already made at least one purchase from Bath and Body Works yourself! in addition to pocketbac hand sanitizers {must-haves when on-the-go and/or you have kids}, i chose the candle flavors Leaves, Marshmallow Fireside, Frosted Cranberry and Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin. other candles i've purchased {a great wallet-friendly option, but just as happy-making and fabulous} came from Glade  {Apple Cinnamon Cheer, Fall Hayride, Sweet Holiday Treat and Ginger Bread Jingle} they're small, but big on yummy fragrance, and shouldn't be passed up if you see them!

other lovely fall beauty purchases:

e.l.f eyelid primer {i'm testing it out to compare to higher-priced primers; look out for that review soon!}; Cover Girl's classic Super Thick mascara {fab for volume that's not too over-the-top}; Maybelline nail polish in Impeccable Greys, a great deep gray shade; Chi and Rusk hair treatment minis i bought from Cosmoprof;

OPI polishes: Every Month is Oktoberfest {from last fall's Germany collection}; Miami Beet, a gorgeous beet-purple that was released way back in 2009 and i somehow never bought until now. and from Mariah Carey's holiday 2013 collection: All Sparkly and Gold, self-explanatory, and Warm Me Up, a shimmery brown-grey, i also bought these at Cosmoprof.

two pretty holders for the candles from Bath & Body Works, above, and two from Target that i decided to use as containers for other things ~ you can see one with some makeup brushes in the pic, below...

also hauled hair treats...nail polishes...lashes…accessories…you know, just the usual…

i have to blame YouTube beauty videos again for my lash purchase, ha! but really, it's been so long since i've used them. i'm so looking forward to throwing them into the mix and dressing up my look this season! the Sally Hansen nail polishes {pictured top right} came as a set found at Target. and i'm so late to the party, but i just started using Jordana Best Lash Extreme mascara…have you tried it?? it's fab! i can't wait to try more products from the brand.

love my little owl earrings and this ceramic Sweet Dove container, both from Forever 21…

in the style category, i've bought a couple of scarves, more than a few pair of earrings, some rings and necklaces; a hat…

these skinny jeans {love the zipper at the back of the ankle!} and flowy top from Target…

 
two Mossimo jackets {discovered on the 50% clearance rack ~ yay! ~ from Target}...

 a couple of casual tops from H&M...

 as well as other pieces from various shops. i'll have to share those on another post...

this isn't too much, is it?? in my defense, it wasn't all one big purchase. it started in september…maybe august…

and finally, i just have to share, this tea called Matcha Maker from Good Earth. i already love their Sweet and Spicy teas, so i was incredibly happy to find it! it's an amazing, sweet blend of green and matcha teas infused with orange, ginger and other warm, citrusy goodness…so yummy!

:)

tell me: what have you hauled for yourself this fall…so far?
please share in the comments ~ i'd love to know!!

all items shown were purchased by me; pics taken by me :)

a few new favorites to welcome the autumn season...

summer is officially over, so for those of you {like me} who love the fall {!!!}, it's time to be most excited! the days are getting shorter, temps are cooling down {loving the crisp, cold mornings}, we can start layering, wearing the fabulously rich shades we've been swooning over and make room for new goodies along the way...

these are a just a few fun products on my radar that i thought you should know about!

 i love that just stepped in from the cold, rosy-cheek look. i'm thinking Blush Rush from Smashbox {@smashbox on twitter} will be a gorgeous choice for creating that perfect natural looking glow; it has a built-in swivel mirror, perfect for touch ups on the go and is available in 8 colors.

noya {@noyabeauty}, a new and all-natural line of lightweight lip balms, offers pure and simple ingredients like olive oil, coconut oil, and beeswax to keep lips nourished and moisturized. perfect for those of you who are particular about your puckers, they come in four yummy flavors: classic, vanilla, cherry and spearmint.

i've recently become obsessed with all things owls {and foxes}, so these Boho Owl Pillows from naturallife.com {@natural_life} have my attention ~ they're adorable with their cheerful layers of color, and would easily liven up any space {not to mention keep you comfy on the couch} during this dark, chilly season!

here's to a beautiful, happy autumn!

spring decor ideas with Bath & Body Works + Matthew Robbins

spring is such a fabulous time of year! the weather is warming up, flowers are blooming, and the color palette becomes brighter and more cheerful. and i'm not just referring to beauty products and fashion, but also for your home. simple touches can really go a long way... 

celebrity event designer, Matthew Robbins, has come up with some fun spring décor ideas, providing a few tips and tricks using Bath & Body Works' White Barn Candles and accessories. from setting a table for a semi-formal brunch, casual get togethers with friends, or just decorating around your home, i think you'll be inspired...

Matthew says: "the Bath & Body Works White Barn collection is filled with so many versatile candles and accessories. what i love most about the collection is how easily the various pieces come together in an eclectic but cohesive group of decorative accessories. the accessories are easy to mix and match and they provide many options for customizing with your own decorating ideas."

the Pineapple 3-Wick Luminary, Pineapple Ceramic Mini Candle holder and Lace Pewter Mini Candle Sleeve are "wonderful decorative pieces that can be used as great centerpieces."

fill the Ceramic Birdhouse Mini Candle Holders with orchid plants "for a truly unique party favor or decorative centerpiece."

Matthew adds, "filling the Daisy Flower Candle Sleeve and Birds & Flowers Pewter Candle Sleeve with bread sticks and savory crackers make a great addition to a garden lunch or backyard barbecue."

great ideas, right? i love White Barn Candles! if you've ever set foot in a BB&W store, you've experienced how fabulously irresistible they are. from amazing scents to the fact that they're high quality and wallet-friendly, adding a few new ones with complementary accessory pieces shouldn't be difficult to do...though i understand it could be ~ how can you choose just a few when everything is fabulous?! ;)

discover more at bathandbodyworks.com

info and images provided by featured brand's PR.

beauty girl at home: glam touches

 
home is where your heart is, as they say, but shouldn't it also reflect your personal style?

for me, i love adding bit of glamour to my day. it can range from simply wearing oversized, sparkly earrings with a basic denim and sweater ensemble to going full glam from head to toe. it's fun to experiment, even if i'm only going to the grocery store, because it's not only a fab way to put my best self out into the world, but it makes running errands so much more enjoyable!

when it comes to my home, i choose to do the same, but within reason. while my wonderful husband does love my girly girl-ness, it's his space, too, so i try keep him in mind when it comes to decorating.

to do this, i've accessorize with books, pretty touches of metal {lamps, candle sticks, picture frames}, pretty pillows {my fave is a gold sequined one i found at TJ Maxx that sits on our bed}, flowers and candles. i also make sure to use lighter textures and silhouettes to balance out heavy furniture and dark wood pieces.



many sites around the web offer inspiration, and it's fun to periodically gather inspiration...

how do you add glam to your home?

top 3 images my own; other images: elledecor.com, designsponge.com, dwellingsbydevore.com, pinterest.com, luellajune.com, theglitterguide.com

Eva Mendes at Launch for Her New Home Collection

remember when i shared Eva Mendes' home collection, Vida by Eva Mendes? well, the actress made an appearance at the Macy's in herald square, looking gorgeous (in a great floral dress!) and uber-excited to share her new designs.



Vida by Eva Mendes was designed with her business partner George Augusto and is available exclusively at Macy's. the Latin-inspired bedding collection is about "easy luxury—the colors, fabrics and textures that i live and love, brought to life in a stylish, comfortable and affordable way," said Mendes.

visit macys.com to see the entire collection

xo
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Eva Mendes, The Next Martha Stewart?

Macy's and Eva Mendes have launched the actress' exclusive home décor line, Vida, which was created with partner George Augusto.

i had no idea that Eva Mendes was into home decorating...

Ms. Mendes brings her passion for design through her new line, which offers five vibrant bedding styles featuring rich colors, dramatic patterns and intricate detailing. design and textiles have always been a passion of Eva’s and the Vida line will be an elegant innovative blend of those interests.

Bettina - this saturated mix of warm colors is available in a four-piece bedding set, which includes a comforter, bedskirt and two standard shams, and the four-piece completer set featuring two decorative pillows and two euro shams.

queen size four-piece bedding set: $340
completer Set: $100




Isabella - an elegant combination of gold and rich shades of mocha, this pattern is available in a four-piece Jacquard bedding set featuring a comforter, bedskirt and two standard shams.

queen size four-piece bedding set: $340
completer Set: $100





Rosa - combining the luxury of gold tones and ornate embroidery, this pattern is available in a micro sateen four-piece bedding set featuring a comforter, bedskirt and two standard shams, and a four-piece completer set that includes two decorative pillows and two euro shams.

queen size four-piece bedding set: $425
completer Set: $100


Kaila - the romantic detailing of Kalia provides a dramatic accent to any bedroom and is available in a four-piece bedding set with a comforter, bedskirt and two standard shams.

queen size four-piece bedding set: $340
completer Set: $100




Jayde - bringing the vibrancy and beauty of nature indoors, this floral pattern is available in a four-piece jacquard bedding set featuring a comforter, bedskirt and two standard shams. *please note, this bedding style will only be available in florida stores.

queen size four-piece bedding set: $340
completer Set: $100




additionally, Vida will offer sheet sets on macys.com in both ivory and gold for easy coordination with any of the bedding collections. queen-size sheet sets will retail for $130, and are also available in king and california king sizes.

"Vida is about easy luxury - the colors, fabrics and textures that i live and love, brought to life in a stylish, comfortable and affordable way," said Eva Mendes. "i'm excited to partner with one of the strongest names in the retail industry and to see my passion for design come to life."

well, i'll have to see everything in person before i decide if i really like it or not.

what do you think of Eva Mendes' line, Vida?

xo
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photos: macys.com