Makeup Vanity Collection&Storage

MAKEUP VANITY SETUP  *old update coming soon!!!

MALM

Occasional table, white

I love seeing everyone's setup and collection! I am going to share with you how my setup looks and the storage pieces only on the top of my vanity.... We will all see the drawers and whats stored on the wall real soon!. I'll be uploading a video within the next week or two to show what's inside!! A video seems easier or else i'd find myself needed to upload a ton of photographs! Look out for the upcoming video friends :)

P.S. I would love to see your setup so if you have one posted please link me below. Thanks Have a lovely Sunday night :)

Lovely glass rose that my mum gave me I put it right on top of my 4 drawer mirror storage :) Thanks mum!

I love the mirror pieces I have on my vanity I think they are stylish and hide within the unexpected all the while looking sleek & classy.

There are random bits and pieces... but some great things hidden within this space. 

Oh &&& I love NARS packaging most people hate it but I like the uniqueness of it. The little crystals surrounding are from the gem show I went to a few weeks ago with my sister and some friends. I think they are pretty. One is even shaped like a heart <3 Strobe cream is to the back right hand corner I'm trying to still yet decide if I like this on my skin or not? hmm

MAC Beauty Powders & MSF'S, yes please! I keep them all in safe keeping right on top of my desk in my mirror treasure box so they can  be showcased as they should be lid opened or closed!

.. du do duuu a peek inside the top drawer?

I'm keen on the idea of storage for everyday items to apply such as Cotton pads and Foundation touch up sponges. I placed them in these glass jars found at my nearest bed bath & beyond. I also leave one of my juicy tubes in there because while sitting at my computer I seem to apply it often and these jars are just to the left of my screen :) so I have easy access this way! ;)

I love the packaging and quality of Rock & Republic! ... the collection just grew and grew and ... grew! I hope to get some of the blushers soon as of now I only have shadows and face powders. 

As far as foundation... I find myself more willing to try different sort of brands no matter the price. I've been using this Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua SPF 15 foundation for about a month now and I love it. My skin has been dryer due to the chaining seasons but yet more so clear because of the hot days leaving. This is a very sheer foundation yet evens out my skin tone perfectly. It's light weight and makes my skin look smooth and flawless no lines or visible skin imperfections. This always makes it's way to the top of my vanity during the week days.

Oh! Not to forget these firefly jars! I have some of my favorite powders in them. They are at the end of my vanity/desk to the right of my computer.  the lid catches product and protects the product inside them swirling my brush in the lid seems to pick up just enough rather then placing my applicator into a pile of product. I think they look nice. Always looking for new ways to store products!

These beads happen to be the colors of this beauty room :) My starting point!

I love storage that is mirrored this clinique palette is camo next to it very cute! I have on top of my my desk mirror.

I really want a set of sigma brushes but have not got a chance to buy myself a set yet. I plan to get some in the near future but AI'm happy now with the few good brushes I have :) I have a MAC brush belt that they are all in this is wrapped around my vanity hair on the back. I think it a swell place for it.

***Well I think that's it! I have a giant "&" on my desk but other then that it's just my computer :) hehe Hope you like my vanity top! Oh! the giant mirror on the wall is lovely! I don't know how I ever went without it!

Favorites: May 2011

 

Hard Candy So Baked Bronzer - Tiki
Rimmel - Pink Chic
Hard Candy So Baked Blush - Living Doll
MAC MSF - Refined
NARS Eyeshadow - Party Monster
R&R - Tempting
MAC Eyeshadow - Claire De Lune

My favorites are mostly colors on the lighter side however as far as eyeshadow i'm still crazy over purple :) Please remember this is a favorites post not a products of the month post. I didn't include my skincare or foundations I tried to focus on the products that bring the color to the face rather then the products that are the base of my face. I think with the sunshine and warmer weather a nice natural face is best. Most of these products have a review somewhere on my blog if you are more curious as to why I love them so much.

I find these posts interesting when I see them because I get an insight into what others are wearing & loving. This is my second favorites post and i'm wondering if you all like them or not? I love them! I find out about products I have never heard of or products that Ive seen and wanted to try but was wondering of the quality or performance of them. I was thinking of starting a favorites: Skincare (Month) Would you be interested in reading that? I am crazy of skincare and I wish that I saw more posts like that. Maybe ill give it a go and see what happens ey? :)

I hope that you are all having a lovely holiday weekend and you have something exciting lined up. Whether it's a gathering, vacation or just relaxing at home! May it be wonderful! Speak soon!


Did you miss them last month? April Favorites: View Them Here!

Favorites: April 2011

I know this post is a tad late however in my defense I will state that I have been working like a mad women & weekends seem to be the only time given. But lets get on with it yes?

*R&R Shadows: Vintage & Fatalistic
Perfect shades for lid or smoked out fun!
*Nars Illuminator: Orgasm

Lovely hint of color for a natural highlight.
*MAC Lipstick: Cream Cup
Nudes & Pinks are my sort, any type that falls under this family makes me melt!
*Benefit: Lemon Aid
Good for the daily when I have the not so gorgeous black circles!
*MAC Mineralized Skinfisnish: Perfect Topping
One of my favorite MSF's Refind is amazing as well :)
*NARS Eyeshadow - Party Monster
I love purples :) #lovethem
*Green by Nature: Banana She Lip Balm
mmm moisture surge, not sticky, smells yummy = WIN
*Benefit boi ing - Shade 1
Yes please :D                                          

What products are you loving right now?!

I think from now on I will post my favorite products every month. They do change frequently, the color tones however do remain the same. I work in an office so fun colors are 

not what you'll find in my makeup bag.

I find that these days I carry more makeup with me then I should. I have outlined the products I have have with me always even the the flow of other cosmetics is different. Perhaps I should do reviews on these products as well? I do have a Green by Nature Review coming up shortly,very excited for that :) I do love the products I own from the company! :)

                                             

NARS: Illuminators Spring 2011

http://www.narscosmetics.com/

NARS Illuminators Collection For Spring 2011

Renay: Nars has released the Spring 2011 lineup and I must say I don't think anyone should go without at least one this summer season or any other time at that. Continue reading for more details. They're all available in stores now. I plan to pick these up over the weekend and display them with full review soon! Have any of you had a chance to get them?!

NARS SAYS: NARS Illuminators light the skin from within. A collection of light-reflecting liquids that glide on to refresh and enhance the complexion to create a shimmering incandescence.

Copacabana Like its namesake Multiple, Copacabana Illuminator will impart a pearlescent sheen and can be applied all over the face, mixed with foundation, and used to highlight the neck, shoulders and décolleté.

Super Orgasm Infused, like the blush, with golden shimmer and a peachy-gold hue that can be applied all over the face, mixed with foundation, and used to highlight the neck, shoulders and décolleté.

Laguna A golden-bronze hue, just as in Laguna Bronzer, that will give a sun-kissed glow and can be applied to the face or mixed with foundation.  

Ingredients include * Polar Berries, known for their antioxidant properties * Bisabolol, known as an anti-inflammatory (obtained from the Chamomile plant) * Indian Frankincense, known for its soothing and comforting properties * Vitamin B5 to, known to condition skin * Sodium Hyaluronate, known to hydrate skin

My Go To Lipsticks

MAC: Creme D´Nude - St Germain - Myth - Bombshell - Pink Nouveau - Snob (Creme D´Nude) There is this huge worldwide craze over this color!! I love this tone actually I would go on to say I adore it even, as it is the perfect nude lip shade.

NARS: Love this brand! I stick towards the matte and silk formula type. Admittedly, I am a nude/pink product addict this stuff does go above and beyond expectations. It's versatile and has a great formula. The shades are so beautiful and it seems like they are one of a kind. Overall, a good investment & ofc great quality :)

YSL:#1 Nude Beige - #2 Sensual Silk - #7 Lingerie Pink
I don't know what I would do without my YSL lipshades out of all of them I ofc had to pull this one aside for one of my favorites. It is better to apply this with a lip brush so your lips dont look to light. I apply a nude lipgloss or a pink one to finish it off. Gorgeous !!

Spread: How long?

Pulled By: RenayShanel
I recently bought the dress from Forever21 for only $25.00usd !!

My trip is soon :) Trying to think of outfits in my head to take along...
But all that clouds my mind right now is everything but... I feel really unfocused at the moment. Guess i'll just have to take a few extra suitcases filled with my closet just in case hehe Good day to you !!

Cheap NARS?!

NARS: Five NARS signature shades for creating the perfect pout with serious shine. Wear alone or custom blend to your heart’s (and lips) content. Encased in a sleek, black flip-top box.
Contains: Striptease, Orgasm, Bloodwork, Harlow, Triple X.
Price I found it for!! No Joke --> $25.00



I also got the Dual Ended Lip Gloss - Giza/Boogie Nights
NARS Says: Exclusive! Pairing Boogie Nights and Giza creates a striking dark vs. light contrast of rich, metallic raspberry and pale nectar, for two equally sophisticated looks.
Price I found it for!! No Joke --> $15.00

So Guess what!!: I thought I should post a quick blog and let you all know I found NARS cosmetics at TJMAXX !! They sell them for half the price! I couldn't believe it when I saw the sleek black boxes just sitting there on the shelves screaming to me... BUY ME !! Ive been looking at these shades for a while online and just never got them. I placed them in my "basket" online and never seemed to buy them. I'm glad I held out. The colors are all very pigmented and they look great over lip color. They do the job a lipgloss should. Some people don't like the formula of the lip gloss, maybe they think it's a bit thick. I like it because it lasts long :) I think I might end up going there often to see what else they get in :)