tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79122056484100131352024-03-14T02:47:04.942-05:00The Everyday OpinionistaJenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.comBlogger126125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-44245527532274282522014-01-17T18:48:00.002-06:002014-01-17T18:48:17.900-06:00Crown Brush Set | Review<div style="text-align: center;">
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Good Morning/Afternoon/Evening to you - wherever you may be!<br />
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Today I have a review of a nice <a href="http://bit.ly/19fuEGV">Crown Brush</a> set that I received through iFabbo. I'm really excited about this one, as I've been looking at purchasing some Crown Brushes lately, so this was a great way to try them out before committing to any additional brushes. Did I find any must-haves within this set? Read on, and I'll share my thoughts!<br />
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::: Crown Brush Professional HD Set w/Mirror and Tweezer {Set 525}</div>
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::: Available at <a href="http://bit.ly/19fuEGV">Crown Brush online store</a></div>
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::: $27.95 for six brushes and a tweezer within a mirrored brush case</div>
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::: Perfect for applying high-definition cosmetics, liquids, creams and powders</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Crown Brush Deluxe Contour Brush}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Crown Brush Crease Blender Brush}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Crown Brush Detail Liner Brush}</td></tr>
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<b><span style="color: #666666; font-size: large;">THE OPINIONS</span></b></div>
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First of all, you'll notice there isn't a close-up single picture of the fourth brush in the set - the Chisel Shadow brush. That's because I've been using it every day, and took the photos pre-brush cleaning, so I didn't want to take any close-up shots of my less-than-clean brush. But it's proof that I love it!<br />
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Besides how much I've already loved up my chisel brush, I have nothing but good things to say about this set as a whole. The case is cute, even though orange isn't a favorite color of mine. I don't know that I'd really use the mirror or the tweezers, since I have my go-tos for both. It's a handy set for traveling, fitting easily in a purse or weekender bag. Each brush is soft, sturdy, and appropriately dense/stiff for the specific type. I sincerely *love* this set! Full disclosure though: I don't have a diverse collection of makeup brushes to compare these to. I use mostly Real Technique brushes, with a few Eco Tools and ELF brushes mixed in. I would say these Crown Brushes are on-par with my favorite Real Technique brushes, and the quality/style of the brushes/bristles are similar to my Eco Tools brushes. The Chisel Shadow brush is my favorite of the bunch, but I also get a lot of use out of the Pro Powder brush and the Crease Blender brush. I would definitely purchase more Crown Brushes in the future!<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-25101861686635719832013-11-24T14:50:00.003-06:002013-11-24T14:50:19.517-06:00Perlier Imperial Honey Body Butter - Review<div style="text-align: center;">
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Good day, all! <br />It's the afternoon here, and a Sunday afternoon at that — usually bittersweet, as it's a day off of work, but it also means tomorrow is Monday. :\</div>
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I realize I've been MIA from this blog for the past few months, and perhaps at some point I'll write a post that explains the reasons behind this absence. But in lieu of those details, I'd rather get right to the point of this post: to review the <a href="http://www.hsn.com/products/perlier-imperial-honey-body-butter/7232622?query=285915&isSuggested=False&">Perlier Imperial Honey Body Butter</a>!</div>
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I was sent this product on behalf of iFabbo, and have had a few weeks now to try it out for the sake of this review. My final thoughts are going to be split into two parts: the product's performance, and the more subjective aspects like the scent.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">:::</span></b> Perlier Imperial Honey Body Butter — 6.7 fl. oz.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">:::</span></b> Product features — Formulated with the honey of black bees and royal jelly; nourishes skin with moisture; leaves skin pleasantly scented with the sensual notes of honey and oriental woods; and is perfect for year-round use.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">:::</span></b> Ingredients — Aqua (water), butyrospermum parkii butter (butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter), theobroma cacao butter (theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter), ethylhexyl palmitate, persea gratissima oil (persea gratissima (avocado) oil), behenyl alcohol, PEG-40 stearate, stearyl alcohol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate SE, pentaerythrityl distearate, stearic acid, mel (honey), simmondsia chinensis oil (simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil), cetyl alcohol, royal jelly, parfum (fragrance), phenoxyethanol, carbomer, imidazolidinyl urea, sodium hydroxide, tetrasodium EDTA, BHT, methylisothiazolinone, coumarin. Made in Italy.</div>
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PRODUCT PERFORMANCE<br />
This stuff is truly amazing. Simply from an effectiveness standpoint, the Perlier body butter nourishes, softens and lasts a *long* time on your skin. I didn't know what to expect when I received this product, as I had never heard of the brand nor had I read any reviews of the body butter in any of the blogs I follow. So this was really a new one for me. And I was really impressed with how awesome my skin felt — both immediately after applying, and six hours post application. Smooth like a baby's bottom, indeed! I tested it on my feet, since I don't really have issues with dry skin anywhere on my body. Sometimes my feet may get dry though, and I was definitely able to tell a difference after using this body butter. I would wear this all day, every day, if it wasn't for the scent. Which brings me to the second half of this review...<br />
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SUBJECTIVE THOUGHTS<br />
I've read other reviews of this particular product and scent that have been nothing but positive, so it would seem I'm in the minority in the fact that I *hate* the scent. I can't even describe what this smells like to me — almost like honey that's been burned and tossed with garbage. Yeah. It's that disgusting to me. Hence why I only tested on my feet, where I couldn't really smell it once my socks and shoes were on. And that's unfortunate, since the product itself is so wonderful. I'd wear it day and night if it was a different scent. But this just didn't work for me. As soon as I applied it to my feet, I had to wash my hands quickly to get rid of the lingering scent, which made me slightly nauseous. I feel bad that my experience with Perlier was kind of ruined by the scent, but that's my honest opinion. However, that's why I've separated this review into performance versus subjective opinions, because I know the scent will appeal to some. If this came in a fresh, delicate scent, it would probably be a new favorite for me, hands down.<br />
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FINAL NOTES<br />
I won't discount this product just based on scent — it's really an amazing body butter, and is probably perfect for people who love the smell of honey {and it's a strong honey scent}. The scent just isn't for me, and that's disappointing because of how much I loved the formula. I'll be keeping an eye out for similar products in different scents though! If you're a fan of honey scents, this could very well be your next favorite body product!<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-22250404462636704202013-08-08T14:53:00.001-05:002013-08-08T14:53:53.933-05:00My Style Picks | ModCloth Dresses<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In an attempt at doing something a little different, I wanted to share some of my favorite things that<i> </i>are fashion-related. After recently making a purchase through ModCloth {and loving it}, I decided to focus on ModCloth dresses today!<br />
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First, here is a picture of the dress I purchased. It's the <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/dashing-at-dinner-dress">Dashing at Dinner Dress</a>, and I got it on sale for $33.99, plus a 20% discount during a recent promotional event. However, I just noticed that it's currently on sale for only $23.99, with sizes small through large still available. That's a great deal!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{ModCloth <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/dashing-at-dinner-dress">Dashing at Dinner</a> Dress}</td></tr>
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I bought this dress to wear to a good friend's wedding, which is on August 17th, so I don't have pictures of me wearing the dress yet. It did come with a black belt {shown wrapped around the hanger in the picture} to wear at the natural waistline, which to me really brings the whole look together. I bought a pair of Steve Madden nude heels to wear with it {the <a href="http://www.stevemadden.com/Item.aspx?id=99913&np=384_446">Steve Madden Getta</a>}, and I'm still looking for the perfect jewelry. I usually only wear a necklace *or* earrings {unless I'm wearing stud/small gem earrings}, so I need to find either a necklace that complements the lace details of the dress and the modest scoop neckline, or some statement earrings to kick it up a notch. I'd love to pair the dress with something in a pop of color to contrast the subdued black and nude of the dress, but I'm not sure which color would work best. Thoughts?<br />
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Quality-wise, the dress arrived in pristine condition, with strong seams and no visible snags or anything. The material and overall construction is quite nice, especially for the low price. I'm very interested in trying more ModCloth dresses after this! It was shipped in a cute box that had the words "Pleased to meet you - now let's have some fun" printed on the inside, along with a mod print on the inside of the rest of the box. Small details, but really great for branding purposes. It also reached my home in less than a week from the day I placed the order, which I always appreciate. :}<br />
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Speaking of more ModCloth dresses, I also put together a "wish list" of sorts that I'd like to share, with some dresses that I consider must-haves and would love to purchase in the future. All images are directly from the ModCloth website.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/scenery-at-sunset-dress-in-forest">Scenery at Sunset Dress</a> - I love the gathered details}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/as-a-matter-of-refract-dress">As a Matter of Refract Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/interviews-at-the-party-dress">Interviews at the Party Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/coach-tour-dress-in-noir">Coach Tour Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/linger-a-little-longer-dress-in-violet">Linger a Little Longer Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/starlight-hearted-dress">Starlight Hearted Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/color-me-glad-dress">Color Me Glad Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/coquette-in-rosette-dress">Coquette in Rosette Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{<a href="http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/cupcakes-and-candles-dress">Cupcakes and Candles Dress</a>}</td></tr>
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As you can see, I'm obviously a big fan of fit-and-flare designs, along with A-line silhouettes. They seem to fit my body type the best, and in my opinion, they're rather flattering on just about anyone. My two favorites are the strapless dresses, Linger a Little Longer and Scenery at Sunset — I love the gathered bodice and gorgeous flowing skirts. They seem like they'd be extremely comfortable, and easy to accessorize. What do you think? Do you see any you absolutely love? Have you shopped at ModCloth before?<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-87463260002851130012013-07-31T10:23:00.001-05:002013-07-31T10:23:45.358-05:00Mint Mani Featuring I Love Nail PolishGood Morning All!<br />
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I originally planned on posting this a few weeks ago, when the blogging world came together to honor the life of the beautiful <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/taliajoy18">Talia Joy Castellano</a>. The "Mint Manis for Talia Joy" concept was started by Nicole at <a href="http://www.nailpolishwars.com/2013/07/mint-manis-for-talia-joy-on-friday.html">Nail Polish Wars</a>, wherein people from all over the Internet - from YouTube to blogging to Instagram and Facebook - posted mint manis in Talia's memory. Since I believe it's never too late to show support for someone who fought so hard, for so long...I decided to share my mani today, as I liked how it turned out. Having said that, I got a little too impatient and took these pictures before I cleaned everything up - so please excuse any and all imperfections. :}<br />
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">Products used:</span></b><br />
<i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>:::</b></span> Seche Vite Base Coat</i><br />
<i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>:::</b></span> I Love Nail Polish - A Touch of Mint {two coats}</i><br />
<i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>:::</b> </span> Wet-n-Wild Fergie - Flossy Flossy {glitter accent}</i><br />
<i><span style="color: #999999;"><b>:::</b></span> Seche Vite Top Coat</i><br />
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Just a quick note about "A Touch of Mint" from <a href="http://www.ilnp.com/">I Love Nail Polish</a> — this color is AMAZING! I wish I would have thought to take a macro shot of the color, as it has a subtle shimmer and sparkle that really makes it the perfect mint color. I'll have a full review of all the I Love Nail Polish products I recently purchased, but in the meantime, just know that I'm VERY impressed.<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-78193597097542518742013-07-26T13:47:00.000-05:002013-07-26T13:47:01.520-05:00Zoya Lisa NOTD and Random SwatchesGood Afternoon! It's a pretty dreary Friday here in the midwest, so I decided it was time to brighten things up with some nail polish. :}<br />
It's no secret that I love Zoya products. I would say my entire nail polish collection is comprised of at least 65% Zoya-brand polishes. Below I have a handful of random colors that were purchased early this year, along with a mani/NOTD featuring one of my favorite red nail polishes <i>ever</i>: Zoya Lisa.<br />
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<span style="color: #cccccc;"><b>:::</b></span> Brand - Zoya<br />
<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">:::</span></b> Website - <a href="http://artofbeauty.com/">ArtofBeauty.com</a><br />
<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">:::</span></b> Items Purchased - Zoya Lisa, Neeka, Gemma, Dharma<br />
<b><span style="color: #cccccc;">:::</span></b> Price - Individual nail polishes are $8/each + shipping<br />
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Zoya nail polishes, as I've mentioned in past posts, are relatively easy to work with and have decent coverage {though that varies from color to color}. For these specific colors, Lisa and Neeka were virtually perfect after only a single coat! Gemma needed at least two in order to even everything out, and Dharma needed at least three to get rid of the visible nail line, though it wasn't completely hidden when you looked closely. I would buy Zoya Lisa over and over again, as it was such an easy color to use {and it lasts!}<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Base Coat: Seche Vite; Two coats of Zoya Lisa; Top Coat: Seche Vite}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Neeka has a great scattered sparkle, while Gemma has a fantastic violet/blue shift!}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Dharma has a delicate blue shift, and Lisa is a fabulous, shimmering metallic red}</td></tr>
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Any favorites out of this bunch? Obviously Lisa is my must-have polish, but I also love the purple/blue shift to Gemma - it was definitely something I didn't have in my collection already. I'm hoping to edit and post more NOTDs in the near future, as I have quite a back-log of images to work through.</div>
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Do you have your eye on any particular nail polishes right now? I still want to grab Zoya Storm, and at least one textured polish just to give the fad a try. :}</div>
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-40193143162783047212013-07-05T17:48:00.002-05:002013-07-05T17:48:29.158-05:00Four Fantastic Femme Fatale Cosmetics Swatches<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today's swatches include four amazing eyeshadows from <a href="http://femmefatalecosmetics.com.au/">Femme Fatale Cosmetics</a> {FFC}: <span style="color: #999999;"><i><b>Jewel Scarab, Planeshift, Wisp and Genesis.</b></i></span><br />
I've done reviews and swatches of FFC in the past, but since it's been a while, here's a refresher for anyone who is unfamiliar with the company and its products.<br />
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Femme Fatale Cosmetics is an independently owned small business based in Brisbane, Australia, and is operated by Sophie {with assistance from her partner Dave}. They opened in September 2011 and specialize in hand-blended mineral-based cosmetics and 3-free nail lacquer, while also acting as one of the only stockists for top international and national indie lacquers in Australia.<br />
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Femme Fatale's selection of powder cosmetics are available in sample sizes at an affordable price of $1.10 each {with free shipping worldwide on sample-only orders}. They also offer a mini size {3g priced at $3.10 - $3.20 each} for eyeshadows and a full size of 5g {$5.85 each}. Facial products come in a 10g size {$8.25} with sifter for ease of use. All of the powder cosmetics can be shipped worldwide. The nail lacquers are available in 12ml sizing, from $9.10 - $9.85 depending on the type. At this time, FFC is unable to ship nail lacquers internationally outside of Australia. For specific shipping policies and prices, check out the website {<a href="http://femmefatalecosmetics.com.au/">HERE</a>}.<br />
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<span style="color: #666666;"><i>*Swatched over Fyrinnae Pixie Epoxy, photographed under an OttLite. Click to see the images in all their detailed glory.*</i></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Described as: "a deep blackened teal blue with green<br />
shimmers and turquoise sparks." Vegan. Not lip-safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Described as: "a blend of pale jungle green and teal with slight<br />
gray tones, and striking gold shimmer." Vegan. Not lip-safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Described as: "a soft slate gray highlighted by a heavy <br />
blue duochrome." Vegan. Lip-safe!}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Described as: "a soft seafoam turquoise with light golden shimmer."<br />
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Well holy moly! So much awesomeness packed into four colors! My favorite of the bunch is Planeshift, as it's one of the most unique colors in my collection thus far. And that's an extensive collection! The green plays off the gold shift in such a beautiful way — and as a Packers fan, I love me some green and gold! :} But seriously, it's amazing, and a must-have if you place an order with Femme Fatale {which I think you *definitely* should!}.<br />
Not to be outdone by Planeshift, the other three colors offer just as much beauty and their own unique qualities. Jewel Scarab is a dark and almost haunting blackened teal, which would be perfect for fall/winter looks. So far I've used it foiled as a liner for a daytime-friendly look with a bit of a punch, and I received many compliments. Wisp is a stunning gray-blue shade that, to me, also appears somewhat purple with just a hint of pink depending on the light. I've worn it as an all-over wash of a single color, blended out with a lighter white/silver just to lighten it up a bit for work, and I thought it was pretty darn versatile. The last color, Genesis, is exactly as it's described with a lovely mix of seafoam and a light golden shimmer. It can easily transform a cool summer eye look, while also looking appropriate across any season depending on what it's paired with.<br />
All of the colors lasted all day over primer {my go-to is UDPP}, and I have relatively oily lids. I usually pair eyeshadows with a base as well, like NYX Jumbo Pencils or Maybelline Color Tattoos. So far I haven't been disappointed with a single product I've received from Femme Fatale Cosmetics, and I continue to recommend the shop to anyone and everyone interested in top-of-the-line indie products!<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-75215339920422468712013-06-05T17:00:00.000-05:002013-06-05T17:00:01.259-05:00Summery Nail Polish from ZoyaGood morning/afternoon/evening!<br />
A while back — a bit longer than I'd like to admit — I picked up a few <a href="http://www.zoya.com/content/38/category/Zoya.html?brndid=38">Zoya</a> nail polishes, including an LE "Pinterest Trio" that featured three {non-LE} mini polishes for <i>FREE</i>! So of course I took advantage of the offer and picked up two additional full-size bottles. I'll always favor pink on my nails, but I have been trying to diversify my collection in recent months. The polishes I purchased/received were Cheri, Zara, Zuza, Myrta and Kimber.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #ea9999;">:::</span></b> Zoya Cheri looks a lot less like the color in the bottle {and on the nail wheel} than it does on my nails. It takes on an almost mauve-like tone, a dirty and deep pink. The shimmer looks gorgeous in the swatch, but it's much more subtle when actually worn. I don't hate it, but I wish it took on more of the qualities of the swatches.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #ea9999;">:::</span></b> Zoya Zara, which is featured in a NOTD I did {<a href="http://everydayopinionista.blogspot.com/2012/12/zoya-zara-mani.html">HERE</a>}, is a favorite of mine. It was one of the first non-pink polishes I gravitated toward, and I still keep it in the rotation. The golden glow of this medium lilac shade is simply unbelievable — you have to see it in person. </div>
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<b><span style="color: #ea9999;">:::</span></b> Zoya Zuza is described as a "deep, saturated, oceanic turquoise with gold and silver metallic shimmer and a foil-like finish." I can't disagree with any part of that description — it's right on. Very summer-appropriate!</div>
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<b><span style="color: #ea9999;">:::</span></b> Zoya Myrta is a medium orange-ish coral that leans red. Another summer stunner, and an easy transition from all of the pinks that I usually wear.</div>
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<b><span style="color: #ea9999;">:::</span></b> Zoya Kimber is on my nails right now, and I love it. It's pink. In fact, it's a near-perfect shade of magenta that's decorated with a gold shift, which truly makes it shine.</div>
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All of the polishes are easy to apply; I only needed two coats for complete opacity for all five of these colors. No streaking, pretty quick to dry, and almost all of them interact well with my base and top coats {Seche Vite for both}. The only exception was Zuza, which ended up with more shrinkage around the edges than usual. Could have been user error though. I also noted that all of these colors would be great for summer manis and pedis! What do you think?</div>
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-27172566110629555612013-06-04T13:21:00.000-05:002013-06-04T13:21:18.237-05:00Oh Yes, More Fyrinnae | Swatches<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #999999;"><i>*All products purchased by me, and all opinions {as always} are entirely my own. This post contains NO affiliate links.*</i></span></div>
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It's no secret, I love me some <a href="http://www.fyrinnae.com/">Fyrinnae</a>. Prices are more than reasonable, products are amazing, and despite the posted TAT being rather long, I've never waited more than 10 days for any order. Ever.<br />
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I've done a few Fyrinnae reviews in the past, so if you want a breakdown of pricing and shipping details, I recommend heading over to the Fyrinnae website. Everything is easy to find and thoroughly explained.<br />
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This post only shows the eyeshadows, but I did purchase the Oil Control Finishing Powder as well — one of my favorites for oily skin, tied with Detrivore Cosmetics' <a href="http://www.detrivorecosmetics.net/Pallor-Mortis-Dehydrating-Powder_p_119.html">Pallor Mortis Dehydrating Powder</a> {I'll have to do a review of my fave powders sometime soon}.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Described as: "A soft, satiny warm brown-taupe shade that<br />has subtle hues of rose. Very versatile."}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Described as: "Intense, saturated metallic bronze-gold.<br />Glimmering, gleaming and rich."}</td></tr>
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{Described as: "A flamboyant, eclectic dinosaur covered in glitter, perhaps.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{*Important Note* - this color was renamed "Serendipity."<br />
Described as: "A glowing iridescent copper highlight, almost ghostly, despite<br />
how photos make it appear. A sticky base makes more color come through, but<br />
it works well and "glows" over regular primers."}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{*Important Note* - This isn't currently part of their assortment, but I'm unsure<br />
as to whether or not they'll bring it back. Described as: "Glimmering metallic<br />
silver topped with pink sprinkles."}</td></tr>
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As usual, I wasn't disappointed with my order. Every single item was exactly as I expected it to be {sometimes more}, and seemed to match the site's descriptions spot-on. Some things to note:<br />
<span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>:::</b></span> Dinosaur Plushie is a glitterbomb, for sure. For the best payoff, follow Fyrinnae's directions by using it over a sticky base like Pixie Epoxy. If not, be prepared for a glitter fallout of mass proportions.<br />
<span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>:::</b></span> Gilded Wings looks best when foiled, but a simple dry wash over the lid has a really interesting effect. It's probably the closest to true gold that I own in an eyeshadow. On the opposite end, Calavera Cupcakes is a stunning silver that also looks best when foiled or used over a sticky base.<br />
<b><span style="color: #ea9999;">:::</span></b> Snow Leopard was a last-minute addition to my order, and it ended up being a pleasant surprise in how versatile it is. Any browns that lean toward red hues, or even pink, tend to make my eyes look rather unfortunate. Despite the description for Snow Leopard mentioning a subtle rose hue, I found that the overall color worked exceptionally well with my skin tone and eye color. It didn't lean red/pink/rose on me at all. I've used this one the most after Te Amo.<br />
<span style="color: #ea9999;"><b>:::</b></span> Te Amo {now "Serendipity"} became a fast favorite after I wore it for the first time. A coppery brown with a red-toned glow. I've seen many a gorgeous EOTD featuring this color on different blogs, and even with my apprehension surrounding red/pink tones, this did NOT disappoint. When the description has the word "glow" in it — believe it. Amazing.<br />
So that's it for this group of Fyrinnae eyeshadows! I have one more group to get through, including a pressed shadow, which I carry with me everywhere. :}<br />
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Stay Fabulous!<br />
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<span style="color: #999999;"><i>*Products featured in this post were provided, for my consideration, by a representative of the company. All opinions contained within this post are my own, and not affected by the receipt of said products.*<br /><br /></i></span></div>
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Hey lookie! I did something!<br />
Sorry for the wait — I've finally put together a review and swatches of a nice selection of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/EccentricCosmetics">Eccentric Cosmetics</a> eyeshadows. They're quite lovely!<br />
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Eccentric Cosmetics is run by Anna, who is based in Australia. The shop can be found on Etsy, and features a great selection of both neutrals and more bold eyeshadows that appeal to a wide variety of preferences. Full sizes are packed in 5-gram jars by volume, with the amount of product ranging between 1.5 and 1.8 grams. Eccentric Cosmetics also has <i>pressed eyeshadows</i> available, in your choice of any of her loose shadow colors! Additionally, there are samples available of eyeshadow primer in clamshells. Shipping will depend on where you're located; obviously less expensive for Australians, and more expensive for international shipping. I recommend checking out the shop details for more information. Current TAT is between 8-13 days, which is pretty quick.<br />
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Pricing {as of 5/15/13}: Full sizes are $6.08 USD, while you can also get five sample baggies for the same price, or 10 samples for $12.17.<br />
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<i><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />*All swatches photographed under an OttLite, with the product patted onto Darling Girl Glitter Glue to show the amazing color payoff and sparkle. Click images to see them in all their detailed glory.*</span></i></div>
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sparkles." Not lip safe<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 16px;">.}</span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Robot Takeover is described as a <br />"subtle silver sheen over a light navy blue base, <br />filled with purple sparks." Not lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Digital Love is described as a "light pink base <br />that changes to a deep pink, and a warm lilac purple. <br />The sparkling highlights change from aqua to green <br />depending on the lighting, and the angle." Not lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Oceanic Expeditions is described as a "navy blue <br />filled with gold and purple sparks." Not lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Galactic Era is described as a "warm brown with <br />scatterings of gold and silver sparks." Not lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Planetary Living is described as "light baby blue shifts <br />to a glowing green, then transforms to shimmering pink sheen, <br />depending upon the angle and how close to the <br />light the eyeshadow is." Not lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Biological Manipulation is described as a <br />"metallic coppery rose that shifts to a metallic golden <br />sheen over an olive green base." Not lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Higgs Boson is described as an "acid yellow base; <br />the highlights shift to a green/purple/aqua sheen depending <br />upon the lighting and angle." Not lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Artificial Intelligence is described as a <br />"purplish red that shifts to a coppery orange, transforms to <br />a golden green and filled with blue and green sparkles." This <i>is</i> lip safe.}</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-size: large;"><b>::: MY OPINIONS :::</b></span></div>
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I noted that all of the colors applied rather flawlessly; each one adhered well to bare skin, eyeshadow primer and glitter glue, with the glitter glue really bringing out the depth and sparkles in every case. Each of the shadows that I used in daily looks held up just as well {if not better} than any other indie cosmetics that I wear. They're smooth, pigmented and a great combination of neutral yet fun colors. A few of them really stood out from the bunch, and I have continued to use them frequently since I received them: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/113569006/galactic-era-loose-mineral-eyeshadow">Galactic Era</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/113464351/planetary-living-loose-mineral-eyeshadow">Planetary Living</a> and <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/113462566/artificial-intelligence-loose-mineral">Artificial Intelligence</a>. Galactic Era is one of my new go-to shades for everyday, work-appropriate looks. Also, if you're a fan of yellow-hued eyeshadows, then I have to make a call-out to Higgs Boson — the green/aqua sheen and sparkles are amazing. While yellow tones make my pale skin look jaundiced, I know a lot of ladies who can {and will} enjoy the multifaceted look of Higgs Boson. Overall, I really love the products I received, and I can easily recommend Eccentric Cosmetics to anyone and everyone who is interested!<br />
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Have you tried Eccentric Cosmetics yet? If so, which are your favorites? If not, which ones catch your eye?<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-32390638114060146952013-05-09T21:28:00.001-05:002013-05-09T21:28:08.535-05:00Blog Every Day in May Challenge | Days 4-8<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As a reminder, this is the <a href="http://storyofmylifetheblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/blog-every-day-in-may-challenge.html">Blog Every Day in May Challenge</a>. So far they've been pretty good writing prompts!<br />
Tomorrow or Saturday I'm hoping to change it up and throw a review/swatch post in the mix.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">::: DAY 4: FAVORITE QUOTE AND WHY YOU LOVE IT :::</span></b><a href="http://storyofmylifetheblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/blog-every-day-in-may-challenge.html"></a></div>
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I'm a proud Beatles fanatic, so I could pinpoint a variety of different song lyrics that "speak" to me or have some special meaning in my life. For instance, the song "Good Day Sunshine" was a song that my good friend Tyler and I sang to each other, which was just an "us" thing. Tyler's life was cut short a little over a year ago, and I just recently found myself able to listen to that song again. It still hurts to hear it, but I'm trying to focus on the happy memories we made around that song.<br />
Anyway, the quote in the image above, for anyone who can't see it, says "And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make." It's a beautiful, often heartbreaking concept, but it's something I try to remember on a daily basis. Kind of like the quote "You get what you give."<br />
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">::: DAY 5: PUBLICLY PROFESS YOUR LOVE AND DEVOTION FOR ONE OF YOUR BLOGGER FRIENDS. WHAT MAKES THEM GREAT? WHY DO YOU LOVE THEM? :::</span></b></div>
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As just about everyone else has said... there are too many to name! I know I'd forget about someone if I tried to list all of those special bloggers who have inspired me, so I won't bother. They're out there, and I hope they know who they are. If not - I'm not being clear enough in my outward adoration! :} I do want to call out Mandy at <a href="http://www.prettymaking.com/">Prettymaking</a> though. She's an amazing gal, absolutely beautiful, and the way she approaches her blog is exactly what I aspire to do with my own someday. She's also super sweet and very smart. If you don't already follow her, you're seriously missing out. And that pink hair — awesome.<br />
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Considering my job is truly "what I do," I'm not sure how to answer this. Obviously blogging is just a hobby for me, and a sporadic one at that. I guess I would say that aside from my career, I'm also a writer and an actress. Not professionally in either respect, but they're the two things I love to do in my free time. They're also two very satisfying creative outlets that have helped me through many tough times in life. The writing I do is anything from blogging to poetry, while the acting is through a local theater ensemble that I'm blessed to be a part of.<br />
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This also ties into my "uncomfortable" thing: open, deep bodies of water. I'm terrified of the possibility of drowning. I don't care how unlikely it may be — if I can avoid it, I sure as heck will. I can tolerate rivers, most lakes, and of course pools. But a big lake, like Lake Michigan, or the ocean...no thank you. Being stuck on a boat in the middle of the ocean {even on a cruise ship} would be a living hell.<br />
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I'm also afraid of most bugs — have been since I was a little Jen. I don't care how harmless one might be. Take that even a step further, and I can say I'm even more afraid of dead flies. Like, the dead flies you might find on a window sill. Yeah, absolutely horrific. I won't try to self-analyze why this is. It just is.<br />
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Additionally, I'm afraid of something a bit more common: my friends or family being harmed in any way. I pray for the safety and happiness of my family/friends every chance I get. There isn't much I can do to control something like that, so if I can take some time each day to send some prayers out, then I feel a sense of comfort. The thought of something bad happening to someone I love makes me nauseous.<br />
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I couldn't say it any better. :} Surround yourself with the people who love you exactly as you are. I hate to use the old cliche that "life is short," but it's true. Too short to be around people who drag you down.<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-49991326480204684692013-05-08T19:43:00.000-05:002013-05-08T19:43:01.182-05:00Blog Every Day in May Challenge | Days 1-3Since it's already May 8th {yikes!} I decided to compile all of the first seven days' worth of challenges into two posts, and will resume with Day 9 sometime tomorrow.<br />
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I first saw this challenge on Mandy's lovely blog, <a href="http://prettymaking.com/">Prettymaking</a>. I tracked it back to the original blogger, <a href="http://storyofmylifetheblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/blog-every-day-in-may-challenge.html">Story of My Life</a>, and now I'm participating. :}<br />
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">::: DAY 1: THE STORY OF YOUR LIFE IN 250 WORDS OR LESS :::</span></b><br />
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This is going to be more than 250 words, just to warn you. Anyway... I was born on a hot August day - my parents always say it was "the hottest day in history" - they're so dramatic, haha. I'll be the big "dirty thirty" this year. I have a brother who is three years younger than me. My parents have been married for 33+ years, and I had a relatively stable and happy childhood, with the usual hiccups along the way that can be attributed simply to "growing up." We lived in a suburb outside of a large metropolitan area, while most of my extended family {aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents} lived about 250 miles away — that was always the hardest part, as our family is extremely close, so I hated leaving them after seeing them over holidays. Cut to post-high school, and I chose to attend college closer to my extended family {though obviously further away from my parents and brother}. I've stayed in the same general vicinity ever since — about 11 years so far. Now my parents have retired and moved in town near me, and my brother just accepted a job as a District Attorney for the county and will be moving here next week! Suffice to say, things are headed in the right direction in regards to my home/family life. On the other side of life is work/school/professional adventures. I have a Bachelor of Arts in English and Political Science, and just recently graduated with my Master's in Business {MBA} emphasizing in Marketing {as of December 2012}. I worked as a Copywriter for about five years before moving into Marketing, where I am now. I'm currently the merchandiser for an online retailer's website, and for the most part I enjoy what I do. :} Beyond that...if you want to know anything else, just ask. I'm enjoying life as much as I can!<br />
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">::: DAY 2: EDUCATE US ON SOMETHING YOU KNOW A LOT ABOUT/ARE GOOD AT :::</span></b><br />
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I've been trying to think of something simple enough for a blog post, but I'm coming up empty. Most of the things I could teach are a matter of perspective and conceptual thinking, versus concrete themes. Lots of literature topics, politics and business. I do know some things about photography as well, which I've learned from having a father who's a camera pro. With that said, how about I teach you how to take a fantastic picture of a lit Christmas tree using manual camera settings?<br />
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This is just basic, and may not apply to every camera out there — but it's more about the settings than anything else. Also, you don't have to own the most expensive equipment to be a great photographer; as I've learned over the years, some people have an "eye" for photography, while others couldn't capture those perfect moments in time with the most expensive camera available. There are plenty of "professional" photographers who lack that creative vision, while plenty of amateurs using point-and-shoots or even iPhones are out taking fantastic photos. And then there's the abuse of programs like Photoshop, iPiccy, etc, and tools like "blur" and "wrinkle eraser" and "shine remover" that make photos look really weird {sometimes terrible} and obviously edited. I think many of the offenders often misjudge their original photos, thinking they look worse than they actually do. Give yourself a little credit!<br />
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Step 1: Utilize a tripod. Especially when taking photographs in low light, you'll want your camera to be as steady as possible. As the shutter speed is reduced, there's more time for small movements to be picked up and subsequently ruin your photograph.<br />
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Step 2: Turn off all lights in the room, with the exception of the tree lights. Also make sure your flash is turned off. My pictures were all taken late at night, so there wasn't even a subtle light source other than the tree. You may have to adjust some of the settings depending on the lighting situation.<br />
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Step 3: For a camera in manual mode, change the ISO to the highest possible number. For me it was 3200.<br />
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Step 4: Again in manual mode, slow down the shutter speed to 1/30th.<br />
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Step 5: Change the f-stop to 1.8 {this could vary by camera, and you may need to play around with it until it looks good}.<br />
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Step 6: Take a few test shots. Often times the display will show an overblown image, but the shots themselves will turn out perfectly. If it doesn't work, play around with the shutter speed as well — you don't lose anything by trying out many different options! Once you find the combination that produces the best photos, start trying out other combinations, just to see how the changes affect the final photo. It's the best way to learn how to use the manual settings - once you understand what a change in any of the settings will do to your picture, you can do just about anything!<br />
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That's it! Here's one of mine from 2012 - the only things edited in this photo were the contrast {increased a bit} and the saturation {also increased a bit}. The lights, the glow on the wall - all straight out of the camera.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #999999;">::: DAY 3: THINGS THAT MAKE YOU UNCOMFORTABLE :::</span></b><br />
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Open bodies of water make me uncomfortable. Borderline terrified. I have a fear of drowning, so being near large lakes or the ocean...yeah. Not a great feeling. It's not a paralyzing fear, just makes me feel really uncomfortable. If I had to go out on the water in a boat, I'd guess it would escalate to fear.<br />
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Here's one that has come up many times recently, and is kind of random: being put into a one-on-one situation with someone who you just had a dream about the night before. As in, *that* kind of a dream. Whether I'm attracted to the person or not, it makes for an awkward situation. It's more uncomfortable because it's <i>only</i> uncomfortable for me — the other person is completely oblivious. And yes, as I said, it's happened quite a few times in recent weeks. Haha. So weird.<br />
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Thanks for taking the time to read all of my often long-winded responses. If you aren't already, please join the challenge! You don't have to go back and do all of the previous days — just start from today and enjoy giving us all a glimpse of the person behind the blog!<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-24118289942121662792013-05-07T16:03:00.001-05:002013-05-07T16:03:16.811-05:00The Return<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'll get right to it - I wasn't sure if I was ready to return to blogging yet, but after seeing a lot of fun things on other blogs I follow, I decided it was time to return in one way or another. I miss the creative outlet, but I'm still pretty busy between my work and home life, and can't commit to a regular blogging schedule yet. My last post was in January - that's a shame. However, I came across this <a href="http://storyofmylifetheblog.blogspot.com/2013/04/blog-every-day-in-may-challenge.html">Blog Every Day in May</a> challenge, read a few other bloggers' posts, and figured this was the opportunity I needed to get back into some kind of routine.<br />
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I don't think I'll be quite as focused on swatches and reviews like I was before; I'd like to open it up to a wider range of topics, from beauty to fashion, books, movies, music, photography and a few more personal-type topics. I do have a back-log of reviews and such to complete in the next few months, but those will come along in time. Also, as you've probably noticed, I updated the overall look of the blog to be more clean and feminine, and allow for the focus to be on the posts themselves, without a lot of distraction. Feedback is always welcome! I'm liking it a lot more than my old design, though I've kept it relatively simple. Change can be a good thing. :}<br />
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So...for what it's worth, stay tuned for more - including the first few topics in the Blog Every Day in May Challenge.<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-83344723068633057732013-01-07T15:35:00.001-06:002013-01-07T15:35:37.763-06:00Femme Fatale Cosmetics | Part 3The final installment for this round of <a href="http://www.femmefatalecosmetics.com.au/">Femme Fatale Cosmetics</a>! To see the first post with all of the company details, click {<a href="http://everydayopinionista.blogspot.com/2012/12/femme-fatale-cosmetics-swatches-part-1.html">HERE</a>}.<br />
To see Part 2, click {<a href="http://everydayopinionista.blogspot.com/2012/12/femme-fatale-cosmetics-swatches-part-2.html">HERE</a>}.<br />
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To see even more awesome colors from Femme Fatale, continue reading! :}<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Phantasm - a lovely lavender with a soft pink glow}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Sunfire - the color of a sunset, captured in an eyeshadow!}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Polymorph - a dark gray base with blue and green shift}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Spark of Life - a light spring green with silver and a bit of gold sparks}</td></tr>
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All color descriptions are my own - they could look different to each person. :}<br />
My favorite of this bunch is Sunfire - I've never been much for pink or orange eyeshadows, but this is amazing and flattering and totally converted me.<br />
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I have a whole bunch of additional Femme Fatale swatches from my second order to show you, so check back for more in the coming weeks.<br />
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Stay Fabulous!<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-2206023199215455402013-01-05T14:10:00.001-06:002013-01-05T14:10:25.442-06:00Skin-a-licious | Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I purchased from <a href="http://www.skin-a-licious.com/">Skin-a-licious</a> earlier in 2012, but only recently finished testing out each of the products I ordered. Now that I have a good idea of the quality of these products, I can share my opinions on each of them. <br />
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Skin-a-licious offers various different bath and body products that are handmade with lovely details. The product they're known for is the Marshmallow Gang Bubble Bar, which is visually represented within the Skin-a-Licious logo. The overall theme for Skin-a-licious is "All-natural handmade products designed for sensitive skin." You can see this echoed throughout their product line, from the attention to detail to the skin-friendly ingredients. I ended up ordering a few different soaps, and received some nice freebies along with my order. Shipping is usually dependent on your individual order, but I will note that Skin-a-licious recently opened up a UK website, which should make international orders more reasonably priced. The product selection is limited on the U.S. site for now, while the owner gets back into the swing of things for the new year. However, some of the products I purchased are still available now, so I recommend giving them a try!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">{The <span style="font-size: x-small;">entire order, wrapped and ready to dig into}</span></span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{The freebies! Blackberry Sage soap sample, Gummie Bear Sugar scrub sample, Goo Goo for Guava soap sample}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Marshmallow Soap Bar - choose your scent - and Pink Sugar Solid Perfume Bar}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Promotional goodies from the "Wonderland" campaign}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Three Soaps: Ozone, Cocoa for Cameron and Pink Sugar}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Ozone: I can't find the description, but it was a fresh, clean scent}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Cocoa for Cameron: Coconut with a hint of lime}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Pink Sugar: A dupe of Aquolina's Pink Sugar}</td></tr>
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I'll only mention my thoughts on the main products I ordered, since those were the items I paid for. :} All of the soaps felt really nice on my skin. None of them were drying, but they didn't leave an oily film behind either. The scent of each lingered for quite a while throughout the day, with Pink Sugar lasting the longest. The Pink Sugar solid perfume bar is pretty convenient — I stash it away any time I travel, and the scent is subtle yet lovely. Obviously I love the smell of Pink Sugar. :} Ozone was the first soap I used up completely, and it was a very fresh-out-of-the-shower scent. I'm looking forward to the store being re-stocked again, as there are a few original scents I'd like to try at some point. And, of course, I love the cute little marshmallow that represents the company!<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-10359020627849851152012-12-31T16:34:00.001-06:002012-12-31T16:34:14.878-06:00Femme Fatale Cosmetics | Swatches Part 2...and my final blog post of the year! Time to say goodbye to 2012 and ring in 2013 on the fabulous right foot. :}<br />
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For details on <a href="http://femmefatalecosmetics.com.au/">Femme Fatale Cosmetics</a>, see my previous post {<a href="http://everydayopinionista.blogspot.com/2012/12/femme-fatale-cosmetics-swatches-part-1.html">HERE</a>}.<br />
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<span style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>::: THE PICTURES :::</b></span></span></div>
<br /><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>*All products swatched over Smashbox
Photo Finish primer and Darling Girl Glitter Glue. Photographs were
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: small;">My fav<span style="font-size: small;">orite<span style="font-size: small;"> color<span style="font-size: small;"> from this round is Moonglow <span style="font-size: small;">— I ended up buying a <span style="font-size: small;">bigger size later on, because I wear Moonglow <i><span style="font-size: small;">all the time</span></i><span style="font-size: small;">. <span style="font-size: small;">It's the most perfect gray-blue with golden sheen, and it <span style="font-size: small;">works <span style="font-size: small;">in</span> so many different combinations. Shooting Stars was <span style="font-size: small;">a close second, <span style="font-size: small;">being a gorgeous pink-based purple with strong violet du<span style="font-size: small;">ochrome. It's just lovely! R<span style="font-size: small;">iptide is a fantastic blue with aqua du<span style="font-size: small;">ochrome,<span style="font-size: small;"> bringing to mind<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: small;"> what I would think the color of the ocean in paradise would look like. :} Incantation was a freebie sample I received, and I've worn it as a nice burgundy liner a few times with <span style="font-size: small;">much success.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-81733774061876073792012-12-29T08:59:00.001-06:002012-12-29T16:10:29.853-06:00Femme Fatale Cosmetics | Swatches - Part 1I finally finished putting together my <a href="http://femmefatalecosmetics.com.au/">Femme Fatale</a> swatches for you! It took forever and a day, since these colors are so complex and amazing - it's hard to capture them in pictures that accurately display their beauty! But, I tried, and here are the results. I have split the swatches into multiple posts, with this being the first.<br />
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<span style="color: #666666;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">::: THE SPECS :::</span></b></span></div>
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Sophie is the owner of Femme Fatale Cosmetics, which is based out of Australia. FFC stormed onto the indie makeup scene within the past year, and has captured many dedicated fans ever since. I count myself as one of them! FFC offers eyeshadows, blushes, illuminators and nail polishes so far. FFC doesn't ship nail polish internationally at the moment, but international customers can still order their nail polish favorites for reasonable prices from FFC's stockists: <a href="http://www.harlowandco.org/">Harlow & Co</a> and <a href="http://shop.llarowe.com/collections/femme-fatale">Llarowe</a> are two that I've shopped with before and had good experiences.<br />
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Since I have only purchased eyeshadow so far, I'll only speak to these details. You can opt for any of the following:<br />
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<span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;">:::</span> Sample Baggies - $1.10 for 1/8 tsp</span><br />
<span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;">:::</span> Mini Jars w/Sifter - $3.10 for 3g</span><br />
<span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;">:::</span> Mini Jars w/o Sifter - $3.00 for 3g</span><br />
<span style="color: #666666;"><span style="color: black;">:::</span> Full-Size Jars - $5.75 for 5g</span><br />
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There are also many product sets that offer discounted prices for larger orders.<br />
Shipping obviously depends on where you live; for fellow USA customers, you can expect it to be approximately $11.00 for Air Mail without insurance {orders under $75} and it can take anywhere from 3-15 business days for delivery {after processing}. However, for sample-only orders, FFC ships worldwide for free! All of my orders have arrived within the stated TAT and delivery timeframe. If you have questions about international orders, the FFC website is extremely helpful and easy to navigate, so I suggest starting there. The site is one of the best indie makeup websites out there, from a design and usability standpoint.<br />
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<span style="color: #666666;"><b><span style="font-size: large;">::: THE PICTURES :::</span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>*All products swatched over Smashbox Photo Finish primer and Darling Girl Glitter Glue. Photographs were taken under an OttLite to capture the true-to-life colors and effects.*</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #666666;"><b>::: THE OPINIONS :::</b></span></span></div>
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How could I *not* love these colors?! As you'll see in the coming days, all of the colors I chose from Femme Fatale were fantastic; I broke these posts up into four featured colors at a time, to give each group a fair amount of attention {which they all deserve}. My favorite from this group is Faerie Fire — it's a color I wouldn't think to wear as often, but the duochrome effects are simply amazing. I wear it at least once a week, which is quite often considering the size of my makeup collection. :}<br />
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Have you purchased anything from Femme Fatale Cosmetics? What are your favorites? If not, which colors are you most interested in? I may be taking note of others' favorites for a future giveaway, so let me know! :}Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-7735211041252792492012-12-16T07:00:00.000-06:002012-12-29T16:09:47.021-06:00Shiro Cosmetics: Why Not Zoidberg?What can I say about <a href="http://www.shirocosmetics.com/">Shiro Cosmetics</a> that hasn't already been said? I mean, really — it's a fantastic indie company with a lovely {and super-gorgeous} owner, and the products are stellar. I have a collection of new eyeshadows to swatch and post in the near future, but I thought I'd start with the first Intertube I purchased from Shiro: <a href="http://www.shirocosmetics.com/item_193/Why-Not-Zoidberg.htm">Why Not Zoidberg?</a><br />
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Why Not Zoidberg? is a bright coral lip color that can be built up for opacity. It's $6.50 for a full-size tube {approx. 5.5 grams}, or you can opt for a mini size {approx. 4 grams in a tin} or a sample size {approx. 1.5 grams in a clamshell}.<br />
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<i><span style="color: #666666;">Ingredients: Shea Butter, Organic Jojoba Oil, Candelilla Wax, Vitamin E, Yellow #6, Red #27, Red #40, Iron Oxide.</span></i><br />
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The formula is like butta. Glides on easily, builds up nicely, lasts quite a while. The color is a perfect coral that seems to work on almost any skin tone. It provides a nice pop of color for any occasion — I highly recommend it!<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-14597265164705877552012-12-15T14:27:00.001-06:002012-12-29T16:09:15.947-06:00More OHWTO Buys | One Hand Washes the OtherI've ordered a slew of products from <a href="http://www.ohwto.com/">One Hand Washes the Other</a> in the past few months, so it will take a few posts to get caught up. As I type this, I have yet another order en route to my home. :}<br />
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The following products were purchased back in September, based on some of my favorites from the past and also recommendations from friends.<br />
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My order consisted of two 2-oz amber bottles of Snake Oil {Snayk Oyle} in All the Fires and Oceanside, and four solid scents in Oceanside, Beach, All the Fires and Exhume. Two sample solid scents were included as freebies: Buttella {a play on everyone's favorite hazelnut spread - smells identical to it!} and I Smell Like a Witch.<br />
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All the Fires was a scent I received as a free sample earlier this year, and fell in love with it instantly. It has become my absolute favorite private stock scent from OHWTO. Unfortunately, it was released as a new summer fragrance for 2012, and is currently out of stock/out of season. I'm not sure if it will be restocked at any point in the future, though I seem to remember reading that it wouldn't be returning. So, I picked up a bunch of products in that scent just in case, which are on their way to me now. Anyway, I was able to find the description of All the Fires:<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #666666;"><i><b>All the Fires:</b> All of 'em. Green Tea, Squash Blossoms, Tomato plants, sweet Osmanthus,
tangy Kumquat, Valencia Oranges, Vetivert, and the memory of a Wasabi
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This scent is truly amazing. I can't even begin to describe it, as it smells like pure perfection on my skin. I've never smelled anything like it before, and I doubt I ever will. Out of all the private stock scents at OHWTO, I would call this one my "signature scent." And now I'm to the point of hoarding everything in that scent that I can afford. :}<br />
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I also picked up Oceanside in both the Snake Oil and the solid scent, based on a recommendation from some super ladies.<br />
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<i><span style="color: #666666;"><b>Oceanside:</b> "Oh, if I could only coax you overboard, to leave these lulling shores,
to get you oceanside"... Inspired by everything ocean-y, most especially
my little home by the seaside salt marsh. A cool Ocean breeze, Monoi de
Tahiti, Beach grass, Sea moss, Tuberose, an oversized white Linen
shirt, and Rockrose and Mimosa blossoms. Gorgeous.</span></i></div>
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I believe the description of this scent is quite accurate to what I smell when it's on my skin. I personally detect the tuberose note immediately, though it does blend nicely with the rest of the elements to create a nice, smooth fragrance. Oceanside is another Summer 2012 private stock scent that is no longer available. I'm sorry to present so many products that are unavailable — but on the chance that anything does come back next year, it's nice to have documented everything.<br />
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The four solid scents I ordered include All the Fires and Oceanside, as well as Beach and Exhume.<br />
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<i><span style="color: #666666;"><b>Beach:</b> Smells like a day at the beach, the main scent being Coppertone suntan
lotion (really!!). I got it to use in soaps and scents for those nasty
cold days in February where all you want to do is escape the cold and
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<i><span style="color: #666666;"><b>Exhume:</b> The last olfactory impression one might experience before committing
fully to the sweet release provided by Death; sealed inside a casket,
buried in the Earth's embrace. Church incense, White spices, nutmeg,
cardamom... Peru Balsam, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Sugar... and a lone white
rose laid across your hands to carry you into eternity.</span></i> <br />
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Beach is a stock fragrance, while Exhume is an original private stock fragrance that many people have recommended. Both scents are available at this time. Beach smells just like you would imagine based on the description. Exhume is extremely complicated and impossible to accurately interpret based on my own perception of the scent, so I can only suggest trying it out yourself.<br />
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OHWTO has Winter 2012 scents available now — I'm really eying up Not Your Grandma's Fruitcake, which is described as "It's not, it's really not! Unless your grandma's from the tropics and
throws holiday convention to the wind, anyway. A scent made to whisk you
from the frozen tundra straight to the Caribbean- Jackfruit, Acai,
Sliced Fruit, Pluots, Passionfruit, Banana, Sugar, Coconut Milk, and
Nectarines." You can see all of the returning and new winter fragrances {<a href="http://www.ohwto.com/category_42/WINTER.htm">here</a>}. Are there any new scents you plan to purchase this winter, or any other OHWTO favorites to mention?<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-86738227910355097752012-12-11T12:30:00.003-06:002012-12-11T12:30:40.134-06:00Baby, Baby...Things.This isn't a beauty-related post, but I wanted to show off some adorable items I purchased for two of my friends who recently had their first babies. And by "recent," I mean between three and eight months ago. :} So, I have an obvious thing for owls — specifically owls with big cartoon eyes. Realistic owls scare me. I decided to pass along my love for owls by purchasing this cute knit hat for my friend Marisa {well, moreso for her daughter, of course}. I loved how soft it looked, which is important for sensitive baby skin. The price was also quite affordable, and it was shipped very quickly. At the time when I bought it, we didn't know the gender of the baby, so I opted for a neutral gray {almost taupe} yarn with cute yellow details. The seller on Etsy, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/AmiAmigos">AmiAmigos</a>, was very friendly and easy to work with. I can't help but smile when I look at the pictures of this hat. :}<br />
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At around the same time that I purchased the owl hat, another friend of mine had her baby. I purchased a personalized necklace in addition to a few other baby shower gifts, and I think it turned out quite nicely. I ordered the necklace from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyBelleJewelry">Joy Belle Jewelry</a>, which has an abundance of cute personalized jewelry to offer. The shop is on vacation right now, but the Facebook page continues to be updated with new content and items to look forward to after the holidays. Aside from the lovely packaging and attention to detail, the necklace itself was made from thick metal, which should be quite durable. I've ordered personalized jewelry in the past that was too thin, to the point of being able to see the stamps through the back of the pendant. Additionally, Joy Belle's necklace was beautifully polished and in perfect condition when I received it. I worked with the shop owner to customize the gemstones, adding a third gemstone so that the whole family is represented: mommy, daddy and son. She made ordering very simple and straight-forward, and I highly recommend her products.<br /><br />
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I'm working on some swatch posts today, hoping to get them up yet this week sometime, so I hope you'll check back for more. :}<br />
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-68302758863214785952012-12-01T12:56:00.000-06:002012-12-29T16:07:26.178-06:00I'm Baaaaack!It took long enough, hey?<br />
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The primary reason for my quiet blog hiatus was school. I was in my final months of completing my master's degree in business and marketing, and I just didn't have the time to devote to blogging. Usually if I had free time, I felt guilty doing anything other than catching up on reading and studying for class. Since I prefer not to post anything on my blog that I haven't given a respectful amount of time to putting together, I chose to take a little break and return once school was done.<br />
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Well, it's officially over! As of December 21st I'll have my MBA, graduating Magna Cum Laude, and I'll be initiated into the Sigma Beta Delta international business honor society. Whew! Obviously my break from blogging was for good reason, and my devotion to my education paid off in the end. I was also lucky enough to work for an employer that truly supports its employees' aspirations in education, so it was all worthwhile in more ways than one.<br />
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Now I just need to remember what I did before I went back to school, when I actually had free time! At this point I don't even know where to start, so I'm stepping back and taking stock of all the random projects and responsibilities I've collected over the months/years so I can set some goals and complete everything I've set out to do. My blog is important to me, if nothing else then simply to have a creative outlet of some kind. The fact that someone out there reads my writing is a very special added bonus. :} So, having said that, I invite anyone who is still following my blog to keep an eye out for new posts starting this weekend! I've adopted a new swatching/photography style that more closely reflects the things I see in person, and hope that it shows products in a more true-to-life way.<br />
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I hope everyone is doing well, enjoying all that life has to offer!<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-33649578203130061662012-08-23T10:36:00.001-05:002012-12-29T16:07:04.608-06:00Madd Style Cosmetix: Review | SwatchesA few months ago I came across a blog post that showcased a plethora of eyeshadow swatches from <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/MaddStyle">Madd Style Cosmetix</a> — and I was instantly enamored with some of the colors I saw. I placed an order the next day, and here is the collection of swatches I have to share with you. :}<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>::: THE SPECS :::</b></span></div>
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I made my purchase during a sale period, so the price I paid does not reflect the normal cost.<br />
A single full-size jar of eyeshadow is $5.00 and comes in a 5g jar that's filled with product. Each of my jars were filled to the top, which is great to see. You can save some money by purchasing multiple full-size jars using one of Mo's package deals, which is what I ended up doing. I also received a full clamshell sample as a free gift! The listing for each individual product contains ingredient information, directions for use and whether it's lip-safe or not, along with vegan/non-vegan information.<br />
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Ordering was a breeze, and shipping was super-fast — even though I only live about 120 miles away from Mo, I know that just about everyone else I've talked to has received their orders well within the 5-8 day TAT{which is quite fast}. Shipping is different depending on how much you order, but in general shipping to the U.S. and Canada is $2.00 for the first item, and $0.50 for each additional item. Shipping internationally is around $2.50 for the first item and $0.75 for each additional item.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>::: THE PICTURES :::</b></span></div>
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<i>{Swatched over Darling Girl Glitter Glue. Click images to enlarge.}</i></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Natural daylight}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Natural Lighting - Ohm is one of my favorites so far!}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Natural Lighting - Seedless is a fantastic duochrome}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Natural Lighting}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Natural Lighting}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Natural Lighting - Pisces is a lovely mint green with a golden glow}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Natural Lighting}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Another view in natural lighting}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Photographed with a flash}</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">{Blurred to show sparkles - Pisces is gorgeous! (the bottom green)}</td></tr>
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<b style="color: #666666;"><span style="font-size: large;">::: THE OPINIONS ::: </span></b></div>
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My instant favorites were Ohm and Pisces, and they're still some of my favorites. After wearing Seedless and Atomic Dreamland, they also became favorites. It's so hard to capture the sparkle and color-shifts accurately, so I highly recommend placing an order and seeing for yourself how gorgeous these colors are! I received a few additional eyeshadows from my swap partner in a past makeup "Secret Santa/Elfster" exchange, which I'll provide swatches for at a later time.<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-42115241233886005272012-08-20T15:18:00.001-05:002012-12-29T16:06:03.091-06:00MAC Plushglass: Ample PinkGood Afternoon!<br />
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Today I wanted to do a special little "spotlight" post about one of my favorite lip glosses, MAC Plushglass in Ample Pink. I got it back before MAC changed their cruelty-free position, and I am currently looking for a good indie/cruelty-free dupe. I was given the suggestion for Ample Pink by Mandy from <a href="http://prettymaking.blogspot.com/">PrettyMaking</a> {again, this was when MAC was still cruelty-free}when searching for a lip gloss that had a color that was "my lips but better." This certainly hit the mark! :}<br />
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I regret not taking a "before" picture of my lips. Basically, this lip gloss evened out the overall color/tone of my lips, added a lovely shine and really looks like "my lips but better." The staying power is pretty great as well - I usually wear it over a primer-type product, but even on its own it lasts for a few hours. As I mentioned above, I'm looking for a great indie dupe for this, so leave a comment with any suggestions you might have!<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-54824605824952870062012-07-15T11:11:00.001-05:002012-07-15T11:11:02.930-05:00Pollen Cosmetics: Review | SwatchesPollen Cosmetics is a fairly new indie company, but they've already established quite a following since their official opening. All I kept hearing from other makeup lovers was "You <i>have</i> to buy Rare Find!" So, of course I did just that, along with a few other eyeshadows that captured my attention. Read on for more details!<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">::: THE SPECS :::</span></b></div>
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I ordered three full-size jars using the 3-for-$15 option, which ends up saving you $1.50. Otherwise the full-size jars are $5.50 each, and you get 1 gram of product by weight. I received two sample baggies as freebies, which contain approx. 1/8-teaspoon of product. Shipping was $2.00 for domestic {U.S.} shipping, and $2.25 for international shipping. The stated TAT was 7-14 business days, and my order did ship within that timeframe.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">::: THE PICTURES :::</span></b></div>
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<i>Swatched over NYX Jumbo Pencil in Cottage Cheese. Pictures are clickable to enlarge.</i></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">::: THE OPINIONS :::</span></b></div>
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Rare Find sure did live up to my expectations! Everyone I spoke with before ordering told me it's a must-have color, and I definitely agree. If you are limited to just one beautiful neutral eyeshadow {for some insane reason - haha}, make it Rare Find. Overall the shadows were velvety-soft and easy to work with, and the color payoff goes above and beyond.<br />
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Pollen Cosmetics also just released a gorgeous matte eyeshadow collection, and from the swatches I've seen so far, I think it's going to be a winner! If you've tried Pollen already, what are some of your favorites?<br />
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<br />Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05498553134497489339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7912205648410013135.post-54161575966423692392012-06-29T15:19:00.002-05:002012-06-29T15:19:57.338-05:00Darling Girl feat. Vicar in a TutuIt wouldn't be normal if I went more than a month without purchasing something from Darling Girl. :} So without further ado, here are the swatches! If you're looking for specs on sizes, amounts, etc, refer to any of my previous posts <a href="http://everydayopinionista.blogspot.com/2011/12/darling-girl-quite-darling-indeed.html">here</a>, <a href="http://everydayopinionista.blogspot.com/2012/03/more-darling-girl-swatches.html">here</a> and <a href="http://everydayopinionista.blogspot.com/2012/04/and-more-darling-girl-swatches.html">here</a>. The pictures below show my full-size Vicar in a Tutu, petit-size How Soon is Now, and two free sample baggies.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">::: THE OPINIONS :::</span></b></div>
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I wish I could have captured the awesomeness that is Vicar in a Tutu. It's part of the Darling Grrl! collection, and looks even better in person than it does in any picture I've seen. It's a gorgeous shimmering pearl with a light green shift and a very duochrome-like finish. I wear it a <i>lot</i>, and always take it with me when I travel out of town. The other three eyeshadows are lovely as well — you really can't go wrong with any Darling Girl products. :}<br />
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