November Favorites

Here are my makeup and random favorites from the past two months (since I didn't get a chance to film for October). Not a lot of new products but that will certainly change next month since I got some great deals on Black Friday and Cyber Monday!

1. Chanel Rouge Coco Shine Lipstick in 54 "Boy" - I've had this lipstick for a while but like many of my high end products, I usually just whip them out for special occasions. However, this past month I've found myself reaching for this quite a bit. It's a a great pink/mauve-y color for those with fair skin like myself. It's very sheer but for those who like to embrace their natural lip color (me!) this is fantastic as it gives just a hint of color for that 'my lips but slightly better look'. Downside is that it does not last very long so you must reapply it often. Although if it is close to your natural lip color I guess fading isn't that big of an issue...Also, I love it with a smokey eye. I can definitely see this becoming a winter staple.
2. NYX HD Photogenic Concealer in CW03 Light - I LOVE using this product under my eyes and to highlight the bridge of my nose. The coverage is great, it blends well, and it's super affordable. Win!
3. Maybelline Mega Plush Volum' Express Mascara - I originally wrote this mascara off after a few uses as I didn't like the odd bendy wand, however, I'm glad that I revisited it as it's my new go-to everyday mascara. It doesn't clump or smudge, holds a curl, is very buildable, and feels very light not weighing down your lashes. What I like best is how it doesn't dry out my lashes or make them hard and crunchy, but instead keeps them soft.
4. Rimmel Moisture Renew 380 Vintage Pink Lipstick - Super creamy formula and EXTREMELY hydrating, I love how this makes my lips feel! It's definitely more of a mauve color than pink, but still very wearable for day or night especially in the fall! *Unfortunately, I heard that it has been discontinued :(
5. Bath and Body Works Pumpkin Cupcake Candle - I've been loving how this fills my little apartment with such a sweet, deliciously fall scent!
6. Cat Lover Forever21 PJ Set - I am indeed a cat lover, and I love this pajama set! Super cute and comfy and I love the phrase "Cats Are A Girl's Best Friend" on the top!
7. Trader Joe's Speculoos Cookie Butter - The Speculoos cookies are a favorite of mine so I can't believe I am just now discovering this heaven-sent product. YUM.
8. Gekkan Shoujo Nozaki-Kun - This beats Ranma 1/2 as my favorite comedic anime! So original and clever - especially in how they play with typical shoujo tropes - and with a hilarious cast of characters, this had me laughing out loud in every episode! I need a second season STAT!
9. How to Get Away With Murder - Probably my favorite show of the new fall season, this show is incredibly addicting! While the characters aren't exactly likable, I love the unique storytelling format they use in each episode going back and forth between the present time and the future where the students are seen literally trying to get away with murder.
10. Taylor Swift's "1989" - No such thing as a bad Taylor Swift album! I can't get enough! I love all the songs, but currently beyond obsessed with "Blank Space." Sing on, girl!

Be sure to check out my video below to hear more about my favorite this month!

What were your October Favorites?

October 2012 Favorites

Hey guys!! Here's another monthly favorites post (I feel like I haven't done one of these in FOREVER..). This post is also accompanied by my first monthly favorites video (yay!!). October, my favorite month, has come to a close but with its end comes the beginning to my favorite time of the year...the holidays!!



MY OCTOBER FAVORITES:

ENTERTAINMENT:
TV Show: Hart of Dixie

BEAUTY:
Face: Maybelline DreamLumi Touch Highlighting Concealer in Ivory
Face: NYC Bronzing Powder in Sunny
Face: Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray
Eyes: Maybelline Color Tattoo in Barely Beige
Eyes: Bobbi Brown Long Wear Eyeliner Pencil in Jet
Lips: MAC Rebel Lipstick
Nails: Essie Bahama Mama
Nails: Orly Rage
Etc: Sonia Kashuk Makeup Remover
Hair: Batiste Dry Shampoo in Proud and True Brit
Fragrance: Wonderstruck by Taylor Swift

FASHION & ETC:
Candle: Slatkin & Co Pumpkin Cupcake Candle
Accessory: Michael Kors Rosegold Watch
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mac purse
Shoes: Vince Camuto boots

Do you guys like any of these products? Tell me what you think! I'm also up for any November recommendations! (:

October 2012 Birchbox

Wow! It's been a while since I've done a Birchbox review, but oh how I love doing them and what better time to start back up than October, my favorite month? This month, Birchbox subscribers had the option to opt in on a special "goop" box or stick with the regular Birchbox. If you didn't know (I sure didn't until I looked it up), goop is a lifestyle publication started by Gwyneth Paltrow. I was unaware about the goop box so I was sent the regular box. The theme this month is "Transformations."

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What I got in my box:

• the original beautyblender - So so ecstatic to see this in my Birchbox! I already have one and let me say it is an incredible product and I do not mind having another. This simple little pink sponge does wonders for applying your foundation giving you a "flawless" finish. It's a bit pricey so if you were also lucky enough to receive one of these, it pretty much in itself paid for your box.
• Lucy B Pink Frangipani & Wild Jasmine Roll-On Perfume Oils - A little alternative from the usual perfume sample, these are perfume oils that you can enjoy separately or mixed together. The pink frangipani is a citrusy scent while the jasmine is a sweet floral. Very nice scents but not very autumn-y. It would have been nice if they had been in roll-on container and not the little hard-to-open perfume vials - it always ends up popping up and spilling on me. 
• Supergoop! City Sunscreen Serum - Very odd to see a sunscreen in a fall month box. Luckily, I do live in Florida so it's pretty much sunny year-round so I'll be able to give this a try. Foil samples are always a little disappointing but at least they gave two, and I've never heard of this brand so I'm looking forward to seeing what I think.
• theBalm Mary-Lou Manizer - Let me just put it out there that I love theBalm so I was very happy to see this in my box even if the sample is small. It's still a decent size that gives you an idea of just how great this product is. It's super pretty and looks amazing as both a highlighter or an eyeshadow. Definitely need to pick up the full-size.
• LUNA Fiber Bar in Chocolate Raspberry - I'm always being told I need more fiber in my diet and these would certainly help. They taste like a Nutri-grain bar times 10 - very dense and chock-full of fiber I assume. The chocolate flavor isn't too bad but I could have used a little more raspberry. 

I was only sent four items this month (not counting the "Lifestyle Extra") and if weren't for the beautyblender, I would have been pretty disappointed. I was hoping for more "fall" related items and this box seemed stuck in summer =/

NOTE: My Birchbox this month arrived late due to a "shipping snafu." To apologize, they awarded me 100 Birchbox points (essentially $10 in the Birchbox store). Not bad. Just another testament to their awesome customer service. 

What did you guys think? What products did you get in your Birchbox? Did you get the goop box? Did you like that better than the original? Comment and let me know!