LookBook: Gold knit pant + leather shirt!

Tonight I have my little boy's art show and so I thought I could play artist and mix a little media here! Knit plus leather plus spikes! Auiiii I thought it turned out interesting if nothing else ;)

*note: I'm posting this from my phone (long work hours leave me no time to seat by the computer!!) so I'm not sure what it
will look like on screen...my apologies if it looks like crap ;P

Pant is from Farm (Brazil), shoes truth or dare by Madonna for Macy's, leather shirt is BCBG MaxAzria brand new collection!

Beijos amores!!!!

Kaka

iTube: The Cat Eye!

   Hello dear beauty junkies!

   Today is Wednesday which means it's tutorial day around here, this week I'm doing a demo on my staple when it comes to make up, the cat eye! As you watch the video there's a couple of tips on how to make your eye liner stay put but I actually learned another trick after the video was done and it is to go with black eye shadow (powder) on top of the eye liner as well, that is a great little trick to do when you are nor wearing any other kind of shadow! You might be confused by now, so watch the video and you'll understand ;)



What I use to create my cat eye:

-Eye primer by Mac
-Eye liner brush by Bobbi Brown
-Gel eye liner by Bobbi Brown
-Nude eye shadow in peach sorbet by Revlon
-Doll lashes mascara by Lancome
And for the night version just add
-Creamy eye shadow Color Tattoo by Maybelline in gold

 *Go rock that tiger inside of you! And tell us if you enjoyed the tutorial!!*

Beijos,








                           

LookBook: Little ideas/looks to get your week started!

   Back to Colorado, where I've been calling home for the last few months. This past week I spent in Indy where I used to call home and that brought back a whole lot of memories that left me a bit nostalgic...in a good way. Sometimes I take certain things for granted when I should really be thanking God for them every single day of my life ( and I don't mean shoes by that!!) but it takes a few visits to the past to realize that. I do have to say that I have the most amazing people surrounding me and that I am extremely lucky to be around those who truly care about me. Like the saying "after the hurricane comes the rainbow", I'm ready to get my rainbow going here!!!

   I know this is a fashion blog so I won't be rambling on my personal discoveries :) let's get to the point and be happy!

  This week I have decided to post a few of my looks from last week. Sounds like a lazy thing to do considering I didn't work at all last week, well it is but you can always get some ideas from them...as my job here is really to keep you entertained ;)

These are oldies but totally my kind of outfit. An oxford button up shirt with a jean jacket and tweed skirt. Side pony and you can't be more feminine....unless you like the "piriguette" look!!!! Hehehe

OMG! This is a total sci-fi jacket from BCBG MaxAzria that I fell in love with. Silver and black with stretchy arms and soooo out of this world!

Nude with plum combo. Coat is from a friend's line, she carries it in black and nude at Eutemia's FB page and the dress is from a higher H&M line that was sold in NYC.

 Truth or Dare shoe line from Madonna (these are really like Louboutins except they cost soooooo much less!) They're really the ideal shoe to get out of your conservative zone without being the center of attention.

Nine West shoe on sale for $45 at Macy's, get a coupon and save even more!

 A nudie but a goodie! Basic nude shoes are a must on every girls shoe closet. They never go out of style and make your legs look sooooo much longer....a must for the not so tall girls like myself! *investment piece*













Beijos,

Holiday Dresses!

   New job, new life, and best of all new CLOTHES!!! That's the good and the bad of working retail, over time you acquire a fabulous wardrobe but have no money in your bank account...well, as my favorite TV character would say: I like my money right where I can see it, hanging in my closet ;) 

   That being said I'm only weighting my options here my friends - no judgment, please!! I tried on a couple of dresses and I can see myself wearing the black one over and over and over again, not to mention it's a Carrie type of dress, meaning it's totally my style, but the one I really really really love (and desperately want) is the emerald green lace over nude that I will probably wear twice....or hopefully manage to tweak here and there in order to wear more than that.

   Anyway, while I try to make up my mind and manage to get my paycheck before I start spending I thought I'd share them with you!

I love everything about this dress, it's feminine, long sleeves, adjustable bow belt, lace and the green/nude combo....uiuiui

Can't deny I'm feeling a bit royal in it....but really, how can I help myself?!

Now, this is completely versatile, I can wear with high heels, chunky or more delicate or even my rock & roll studded boots and look totally sweet! 

   Both dresses are from L.A. based designer Eva Franco and sold at specialty boutiques across the nation, also all of then are made in the US which is a deal breaker for some. Green dress retails for $397 and the black one for $420. Steep but unique ;)     

   Feel free to offer your opinion, nothing will be done until mid-December (or so I hope) when I need to pick something up for the holidays!!!

Beijos,


 

iTube: How to do a hair bump by Karina Reske

   If you've seen me more than twice chances are you've seen THE BUMP! Hehehe yeah, that's one of those things that are sort of a part of me already if that makes sense.
 
   I have to admit it's a love and hate type of relationship I have with my bump as I only go for it when I'm having a bad hair day or when my hair is dirty and I don''t feel like washing, which happens a lot back home in Indy, and especially when I'm visiting my parents in Brazil, hello humidity!!!! I hate you!!! Sorry, had to vent ;)

    I also have a few friends whom love my bump and some others who don't miss a chance to make fun of it, that includes asking me if I'm planning to steal food from a party when my bump was slightly bigger than usual! Not funny Manu :D

   Anyway, today I'm here to teach you how I do my bump and get you to try some different techniques so you can have fun on your "dirty days" too!!








                  

                  

Beijos,

WeekPick: Must-haves and other great little bargains

   This is a new segment I'm working on and testing it out, you see one of my favorite hobbies (to do on those snowy Saturday mornings, sipping endless warm coffee) is to find great buys online, I keep them all in the virtual bags in the hopes I'll be able to go back and click on the BUY button ;) -doesn't always happen- so I thought, why not share these great finds with you too? And that's what I'm doing....wishing I could get them all myself but hoping you'll be happy to find something for yourself!!!

 Forever 21 sale items, a real feather vest that comes in cream, nude and eggplant. Can't beat the 25 dollar price tag ;)

Check it out: forever21.com

***Attention, Forever 21 is giving an extra 50% off on the sale items!!!! Hurry up, offer ends today!!!

Another steal is this cute sweater also comes in pink/light pink combo

   Every outfit can benefit from an amazing belt, it can definitely complete your look. Consider getting one in a neutral color that can be worn with several different colors, such as a nude/beige/sand color. 

BCBG MaxAzria leather belt

Now, this is my total weakness! I desperately need this belt (kinda felt like wonder woman when I tried it on while in NYC) I confess I'm a total belt addict and this will look amazing in my collection...just wish it would go on sale as the price is much more than I can handle for a belt $158.00

bcbgmaxazria.com

BCBG MaxAzria faux leather belt $78.00 - might have to settle for this one ;)

I'm in love with this zig-zag patterned sequin tee from J.Crew, also on sale for 99.99

             jcrew.com
















  This is the time to look up sales, stores are getting packed with merchandise and need to get rid of older stuff to make room for the newbies. You can definitely find a lot of amazing things for half the price or less....happy shopping ;)


 Beijos,


 

FashionNews: More Designer Collabs for ya!

   This month the fashion world is packed with designer collaborations. Starting with Narciso Rodriguez for Kohl's, a collection he created inspired by a trip to Istanbul, Turkey for the first time. "I wanted to merge the color of Istanbul with the graphic elements I use in my own collection to create something fresh", says the designer.

 Celebs rocking his designs for Kohl's

I love the color blocking and geometric patterns Narciso designs...very flattering in almost anyone!!

   Karl Lagerfeld collab with cosmetics giant Shu Uemura comes with his drawing of the Mon Shu girl, a character he created to adorn the 17 piece makeup line! If like me, you don't know Karl has used Shu Uemura's eye shadows to color his sketches for over 20 years, not too surprised considering we're talking about the most powerful man in the fashion biz ;)

 This is just one of the awesome holidayish eye shadow palette!!

Even Shu's famous lash curler got a little make over..

 Shu and Karl ;)










  The last but not least, in fact the most exciting in my opinion is the fantastic Maison Martin Margiela for H&M! Hitting stores Nov. 15th, and I have a feeling it won't last...the iconic Parisian brand known for the "out of the box" designs is launching nothing less than a 100 piece collection (guys will be delighted too!!) - now the best news: It will be available online ;D

 Uhh prepare yourself to let that  sexy girl out!!

The collection prices range from 13.00 - 399.00


















  Is that enough excitement for one day?! Yes baby, something to look forward to ;)

Beijos,

iTube: My first makeup tutorial...highlight and bronze yourself!!

   Hahaha! Ok, don't laugh too hard now, you should save some laughs for the video!

   Apart from the fact that I'm VERY inexperienced with video editing and such I thought the info was pretty relevant and with the help of my BFF I know I'll eventually master the video editing thing...or not, only time will tell! But please be gentle on your critics as I have a heart too:)

   This is a makeup tutorial about how to use the illuminator or highlighter and the bronzer to help shape up your face.



*Note: I'm not a professional but have been doing my own makeup and my friends' for years, so if you are a pro feel free to give us all pro tips, these ones are from a girl just like you!!!

**Here's a list of the products and colors I used on the video:

- Clinique Moisture Surge (tinted moisturizer SPF15) in Medium
- Magic Lumi - Light infusing primer by L'oreal
- Lancome blush in Shimmer Mocha Havanna ( you can use any bronzer you already have, as long as it's darker than your skin color)
- Chanel ombre d'eau in 737 Riviera (what I called peach in the video)
- Physicians Formula powder palette minerals glow pearls in 5J Bronze Pearls
- Bobbi brown blush in flame 4
- L'oreal power volume collagen


 Hope you got a kick out of it and once again feedback is appreciated.

Beijos,

 

ShopLocal: CosBar your beauty destination in the Rocky Mountains!

   Buying your goods from the the local shops is a way to keep them alive and going, besides the support of your community. That being said I know that's not always possible, maybe they don't have certain products or the shop really sucks... ouch!

   So when I found this awesome beauty shop in the heart of the Vail Village I thought WOW I have access to all of this right here and didn't even know! So I felt the need to blog about such a place and let everyone know you have a beauty shop destination while on vacation!!!

   I went in looking for an illuminator or highlighter and found a great little product from Chanel that is neither one of those but works just like one! Let me explain, it's the chanel ombre d'eau meant to be a very shiny eye shadow but if you place it on top of your cheek bone and under and on top of your brow bone it works wonders! I do my highlighter after all my make up is applied  but if you are using it for during the day I suggest mixing up with your foundation or placing it on your skin before foundation/tinted moisturizer, etc..

   Now, let me talk about the experience! Dawn was the makeup artist who assisted me and she was very helpful and knowledgeable about the products as well as what goes well with my complexion and what was not the most flattering palette for moi. Kathie is the store manager and equally sweet and knowledgeable about everything (obviously!!). They carry a lot of the high-end products such as Chanel, YSL, Sisley, and also some of the mid-price ones such as Clinique, Bobbi Brown, Laura Mercier, etc.

Ended up getting my dream blush! Hope you can see it on these shots as they were the best I could do in my car ;)

Can you see the 3 dimension of my cheeks?!

My two purchases of the day!

Not the best shot but one that shows the work of those two babies!

A great size store, with enough choices but not overwhelming

Chanel's new holiday collection is stunning and on your right is the color I've always wanted for a blush and never found  it 

Awkward ;D But I needed the shot in the store!!! Hehehe

    Just so you know I purchase a lot of products at the regular drugstore and love it -hello L'oreal, Sephora is also a great place to get lost in the cosmetic world but not available around these parts ;) in fact the last time I felt the need for something a bit more special than the regular grocery store finds I purchased a blush online at Sephora and as I thought the color was nothing like the one pictured. So, even though I still OK with it there's nothing like going to a place and testing the product out on your skin with helpful professionals guiding you! It's called instant gratification less shipping!!

   So check them out if you happen to be here, they have exciting events such as the equivalent of "beauty week" from major retailers with makeup artists from different makeup lines.

                                                         Check them out at: cosbar.com

   *As I'm messing with my iMovie more and more (need my geek BFF emergency!) I'm going to do a tutorial on these products sometime this coming week! BEWARE!!!! 

Beijos,