Showing posts with label Essie. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Essie. Show all posts

Friday, December 11, 2015

Girly Stuff: A Haul

For the second time this year, I was able to redeem $200 of Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum Points. I thought I'd show you some of the more fun things I picked up on my spree as well as a few things I ordered on-line from Sephora on Black Friday.

The only thing I dislike about these lipsticks is they easily smudge on the cap. I like things neat and tidy.

Primrose (left) and Orchid (right)


Essie Gel Setter top coat
Lately I've been using the OPI Infinite Shine top coat, but that's not available at Shoppers and I really needed a new one. I decided to try this Essie one and I'm not disappointed. I had red nails last week and they lasted 5 days with absolutely no chipping and on the sixth day it chipped a tiny bit. I was bored with it anyway, so I changed it, but I could have lasted another few days I'm sure. 

Revlon Ultra HD lipstick in Orchid and Primrose
I have this type of lipstick in Magnolia which is gorgeous, but more of a summer shade. I wanted something bold for the winter so I tried these shades. They were on sale too! I love both colors. They make your lips feel really soft.



Sally Hansen Complete Manicure in Tropical Thunder and Branch Out

Tropical Thunder is on my nails right now and it's a beautiful dark blue/teal. Branch Out is a dark brown that will replace my super old Sephora polish that is similar. I love the wide brush on these polishes.



Boscia Pink Peppermint Blotting Linens (from Sephora)
Now that my skin has decided to go oily, I wanted to try some blotting papers. I've only tried one on my make-up free face just to see how they worked. I'll try them with makeup soon and see if they disrupt things. 

Rimmel Brow This Way
No more shelling out $30 for Benefit Gimme Brow! I discovered this brow gel over the summer and while it's maybe not quite as good as Benefit, it's so much less money and the difference to me is really minimal. 

Quo Art of Blending sponge set
These little Beauty Blender knock offs are too cute! I've not tried a Beauty Blender so I can't comment on a comparison, but I quite like the dewy finish these sponges give. My skin has gone cray-cray again this week, so I've been leaning toward a higher coverage face. I need to play around with these a bit more to try to get full cover.



Tarte High Performance Neutrals Cheek Set
This was a Black Friday Sephora deal. I got the little Tarte set last year with the stick blush and mini lip crayon and I use it a lot so I figured I'd love this set as well, and I do! The pan blush is a really pretty neutral and it does have shimmer, but a tasteful amount. The stick blush is less shimmery and is a color that would probably work on anyone.

If anyone has any specific questions about the products above, throw me a line! A huge thanks to fellow blogger Sara at Girl Met Blush who helped me out a lot with the SDM haul.

XOXO
Glitterary Girl


Monday, August 24, 2015

Last Swing at Summer Style

As hard as it is to face, and as many years passed back-to-school as some of us are, September will always bring about fall clothing. I'm not ready for autumnal style quite yet, but I know the transition is going to start within the next few weeks.

Last Swing at Summer Style



Topshop top, 46 CAD / Unique high waisted leather shorts, 370 CAD / Topshop black ankle bootie, 170 CAD / Maison Margiela tassel purse / Tory Burch scratch resistant sunglasses, 195 CAD / Tory Burch palette eyeshadow, 79 CAD / Tarte moisturizing lipstick, 22 CAD / Essie peach nail polish, 11 CAD

TopShop has some fabulous things in store and on-line this season, including the shorts, sweater, and boots above. I'll be wearing my own brown faux leather shorts bare-legged for as long as possible, and then I'll throw some tights under them. Summer is still getting some attention via the nail polish, pink tinted shades, and punchy lip color. Not to compete with the bright lips, I picked a lovely neutral eye palette to finish the look. 

When does your sartorial brain switch to fall fashion?

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Monday, February 23, 2015

Sombre

Everyone knows by now what ombre hair is, but a close cousin of ombre is sombre - a more subtle form. 

It was a big decision to let go of my bright blond, but I needed a change. I still get to keep the lightness at the ends, but the roots are a warmer color. It should be quite a bit easier to upkeep than blond highlights. 

Apologies for the grainy iPad photos. The "golden hour" hasn't been working for me lately. Maybe it's all the snow. 


Details
Sweater: Banana Republic
Jeans: Diesel via Winners
Scarf: H&M
Jewelry: Gifts
Nails: Blue Rhapsody by Essie
Boots: Gap



These Diesel jeans are the most comfortable, softest denim I have ever worn. They waist hits in exactly the right spot, which is so hard to find with a long torso like mine. I will be stalking Winners for more from this brand!


XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Friday, January 10, 2014

Snowmageddon

Last Friday was a blizzard. An honest to goodness, can't-see-ten feet-in-front-of-you blizzard. The actual snowfall amount wasn't too crazy (30-40 cm I think) but the wind was fierce and there were whiteouts.

I decided to take the bus to work because I was too scared to drive myself. Mental note: Do not wear non-waterproof mascara in a blizzard because you WILL look like a raccoon at work.

Thankfully, my co-worker lives close to me and drove me home because the city pulled the buses off the roads before they closed my office. The drive home was a bit scary as the road was completely white and you couldn't tell the difference between road and snowbank.








Details
Jacket: Dynamite
Sweater: Bootlegger
Jeans: Joe's Jeans
Boots: Old Navy
Scarf and Gloves: H&M
Necklace and Earrings: Gifts
Bracelets: Stella & Dot, Forever 21
Hat: Gap
Nails: Sally Hanson Pacific Blue and Essie Peak of Chic


It was hard work to get up the driveway!
XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Wednesday, January 08, 2014

Lobster Day

Nova Scotia is known for its lobster. I don't like thinking of how they are prepared, or breaking into them, but if the work is done for me, I love to eat them! R's aunt generously treats us to lobster every Boxing Day. I try to wear something comfortable but polished, and push-up sleeves are a must!



Details
Cardigan: Gap Factory Store
Shirt: Joe Fresh
Jeans: Guess by Marciano
Boots: Steve Madden
Necklace: Stella & Dot
Bracelet: Forever 21
Nails: Essie Skirting the Issue


Some of my other Nova Scotia favorites are maple syrup (almost the season for it) and blueberries (way out of season). Halifax is also known for its donairs, which apparently are VERY hard to find outside of Atlantic Canada.

Do you have any local food loves from your area?

XOXO
Glitterary Girl


Friday, November 08, 2013

Not Your Grandma's Sweater

Mixed media items are my absolute favorite trend this fall. Playing with different textures can take a boring outfit to fabulous!

I can see this outfit being great for an early December get-together. You know that awkward time when it's not quite the season for serious sparkle but you want to look casually polished?



Not Your Grandma's Sweater



3.1 Phillip Lim black leather sweater, $265 / 7 For All Mankind skinny leg jeans / Marc Jacobs snakeskin boots / J.Crew purple purse / AllSaints earrings / H&M loop scarf, $16 / Butter London lip treatment / Essie nail polish, $18


When you're wearing clothing sans color, it's fun to add some brightness in the form of accessories or products. This clutch is so cute - I love the studs!


Click on the link below to see how other bloggers decided to run with this week's theme on Friday's Fancies: The Sweater.



It made me smile when I titled this post, because I actually do wear my Grandma's sweater all the time. It doesn't have leather sleeves, but it'll always be cool in my books <3

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Wednesday, November 06, 2013

That Piece That Goes with Everything

 Do you own a piece of clothing that just seems to look good with so many things? I think this skirt is that piece for me. The best news? It was $5.00.



Details
Sweater: Smart Set
Scarf: Le Chateau
Skirt: BBDakota via Crimson Clover
Boots: Call it Spring
Bracelet: Forever 21
Nails: Essie Skirting the Issue



I miss the warm summer days, but I must admit I love tights, boots, and skirts season!

What's your favorite season to dress for?

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Friday, July 19, 2013

Sandal Savvy

Warning.... this outfit board may be suitable for supermodels only. These tall gladiators are a work of art, but I think a girl has to have legs for miles to be able to pull them off.

Sandal Savvy



Club Monaco / Mango short shorts / Stuart Weitzman flat shoes / Coach bag / Valentino studded bangle / Swarovski crystal hair accessory / Essie nail polish

As usual, I've linked with longdistanceloving for My Friday's Fancies. I went for full on fierce, so I felt I had to balance it with pretty pink nail polish!

I hope everyone has an amazing weekend... we're off to wine country for a bit of fun and food.

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Friday, April 12, 2013

Coachella Kicks

Every year I have a love-hate relationship with Coachella - I love the idea of being there and then hate myself for not going.

I can list so many reasons I should be there this year:
1) Such a great excuse for buying a really cute outfit
2) One of my dearest friends is a complete pro at Coachella and would be the best person to go with
3) My favorite band in the entire universe (including all those indie bands on Uranus) is headlining.   Red Hot Chili Peppers.
4) I need a vacation (ok, Jamaica is a month away, but I'd like one now too)

So instead of actually going, I've created an outfit board, which was practically as fun (um, no).

Coachella Kicks




If this board looks a little crazy, it's because I started off with a nautical-themed outfit, changed my mind to festival wear, and then was too lazy to switch the jewelry. There are starfish in the desert, right?

I'm linked up with longdistanceloving today for Friday's Fancies with a shoe theme. Converse are my favorite footwear! I wear them so much!

Are you going to Coachella? Send me a post-card. *SOB*

XOXO
Glitterary Girl

Monday, January 14, 2013

Girls Girls Girls

I was late jumping on the Girls train. To be honest... I'm not that smart with the fiber-op and didn't even realize we had HBO on demand until a few weeks ago. I thought I'd have to wait for it to arrive on Canadian Netflix. For anyone who is familiar with American Netflix, Netflix in the true north strong and free takes about a decade to add shows.

For anyone out there who hasn't watched Girls, it's hilarious. Sooo funny in an awkward "OMG, why is she doing that?" kind of way. It's also addictive in an "oh wow I've just consumed an entire Sunday watching the whole first season" kind of way.

Season Two began last night - did you watch?



Details
Sweater: Old Navy (Halifax)
Jeans: Joe Fresh (Halifax)
Shirt: Gap (Halifax)
Belt: Smart Set (Halifax)
Shoes: Franco Sarto (Town Shoes, Toronto)
Necklace: Paddy's Market (Sydney, Australia)
Bracelet: Gift



On Nails: Essie Skirting the Issue and Sally |Hanson Pumping Iron
What's your favorite show on TV right now? Top five for me are Pretty Little Liars, The Bachelor, Modern Family, Grey's Anatomy and Girls.

XOXO
Glitterary Girl