IPSY’S DECEMBER GLAM BAG

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This month’s Glam Bag was all about love from the Ipsy team. Along with a cute thank you note, this red, quilted bag was filled with some fabulous goodies, and sealed with a kiss…zipper pull.

Below you’ll find all of this month’s products along with my reviews. Did you receive a December Glam Bag? Be sure to leave me a comment and let me know what your favourite product was!

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Jesse’s Girl Nail Polish in Pin-Up Girl
This is the second Jessie’s Girl product that I’ve received in my Ipsy bags (the last was an eye shadow primer that you can see here). I was a big fan of the primer, so I was excited to see their name on another on of my goodies. This is quickly becoming one of my favourite polishes – it’s super shiny, and this shade of pink will look good on anyone! I’ve had it on for about a week now, with very minimal chips (score!),

Pacifica Power Of Love Lipstick in Nudie Red
Not only does this lipstick slide over your lips like a dream, this little tube packs a powerful message. With the idea that lipstick can change the world, for every lipstick purchased, Pacifica will give one to a woman in need.

Peony Cosmetics Shadow Trio
I was hoping this month’s bag would yield something sparkly for the holidays, and this shadow trio definitely delivered! The bronze shade adds the perfect touch of glimmer, and the kaolin clay helps absorb excess oils, so your party look will last all night long…dancing and all.

Lather Honey Moisture Mask
Truth be told, I have yet to use this mask. After indulging in treats over the holidays, my skin has been breaking out. When that happens, I go for something with astringent properties. But I’m excited to have this mask in my arsenal for when the cold winter weather starts to dry out my skin. I’m sure it will work wonders! Have you tried this mask yet? Let me know if you liked it!

Klorane Floral Water Makeup Remover
I can always use more eye makeup remover – it’s one of the products I use in my daily cleansing routine, so I go through it very quickly. I swapped this product for my regular version, and was pleasantly surprised. It wasn’t greasy and it removed my mascara with ease. I’ll be using this one until it’s all gone!

For more information on these products, or where to buy, visit the links above. To start receiving a monthly ipsy glam bag of your own, click here.

MY STYLE: PEPLUM TOPS

December 28, 2015

Happy Holidays, everyone! After a few fun-filled days of family, food, and gift giving, most of this chilly afternoon will be spent relaxing with the fella, binge watching House Hunters International (it’s a guilty pleasure), and bringing you one of my favourite fashion trends of the moment : Peplum Tops.

Peplums are a magical strips of fabric that are gathered and attached to the waist of a jacket, blouse, skirt, or dress. Why magical, you ask? No matter what your body type may be, peplums draw your eyes inward, giving the illusion of an hourglass shape. Bonus – they’re super comfy, so you get the shape without having to wear uncomfortable, constricting shapewear. Dressing up during the holidays is all about having fun and feeling fabulous, and peplums have you covered!

These sparkly numbers are a local find from Your Big Sister’s Closet in Toronto. The white one caught my eye immediately, reminding me of a fresh blanket of twinkling, white snow. I left with the white one, the matching royal blue version, and a list of holiday parties I knew they would be perfect for. Which colour is your favourite?

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Shop Look 1: Peplum Sparkle Jacket in Winter White – Your Big Sister’s Closet | Premium Leggings – Torrid | Gold Studded Heels – Mix No. 6 | Accessories – Ardene

Shop Look 2: Peplum Sparkle Jacket in Royal Blue – Your Big Sister’s Closet | Pencil Skirt – Addition Elle (similar) | Black Opaque Tights – Addition Elle | Cavalier Crystal Earrings – Olive & Piper | Ring – Addition Elle

STAR WARS GIFT GUIDE

December 18, 2015Leave a comment

If you’re looking for the perfect Star Wars gift to give the Jedi on your Christmas list, Torrid has you covered! Just in time for today’s release of The Force Awakens, they’ve launched a Star Wars themed collection featuring shirts from the dark side, accessories fit for a Rebel, and everything in between. My personal favourites from the collection – the faux leather coin purses in the likes of Yoda, C3PO, Vader, and a Stormtrooper. They won’t break the bank and you can bring the force with you wherever you go. In the words of Yoda, “Everyone’s favorite person at Christmas will you be!”