Hello everyone! So today I finally (actually it was very fast shipping, but I just was so excited) received my Alisa Michelle cuffs in the mail today. Alisa Michelle has become my favorite line of jewelry currently. She takes melted down coins and hand stamps sentiments on them. The cuffs I purchased were on HauteLook a few weeks ago and sold out super fast. I was so disappointed I missed it, but I found Alisa Michelle on Facebook and she was continuing the amazing price HauteLook had on her website. I thought this was so amazing of her and I quickly jumped at the chance and purchased both cuffs. I thought I purchased one gold and one silver, unfortunately, I purchased both gold. I was thinking about exchanging one for silver, but the gold is absolutely beautiful in color I'm deciding to stick with gold for both. So below is the packaging the cuffs came in.
The seals says "Wear the change you wish to see. Jewelry made of dreams."
"Stamped with Ideas. Created with Love."
"Remember you are braver than you believe. Stronger than you seem and smarter than you think."
"Life is too short to wake up with regrets so love the people who treat you right forget about the ones who don't believe everything happens for a reason. If you get a second chance grab it..."
The back of the cuffs have the Alisa Michelle seal.
The cuffs are sturdy, but flexible enough to bend around the wrist. I absolutely love the saying on them. They will be great as a "pick-me-up" if I'm ever having a bad day. I like the cuffs because I can visually see them better than a necklace. The cuffs cost $110 (each), but I got the discount that made them $29.99 (each). Alisa Michelle jewelry has been worn by many celebrities such as, Hilary Duff, Halle Berry, Miley Cyrus, Vanessa Hudgens, Taylor Swift and Faith Hill. I was actually just getting rid of some old magazines and I came across Alicia Keys wearing a Alisa Michelle necklace. I love everything about her jewelry from the look of it, to the sayings and words stamped on them. I already asked for the necklace below for a graduation gift. After graduation from nursing school, I'm so nervous to take the NCLEX (the boards to become a registered nurse). I figured if I had this necklace to wear it would be a simple reminder that "I can do this".
"I can do this" Necklace
What do you all think of Alisa Michelle's jewelry? Check it out and tell me what your favorite item is!! Also, follow her on Facebook, she posts amazing deals and the website has a Deal of the Week so there is always a chance to catch an amazing deal!! Hope you all have an amazing Monday!
One of the most basic, fundamental, and also in my case necessary makeup items is foundation. Flawless looking skin is something all women try to achieve. I finally decided it was time to update my foundation routine and upgrade to a foundation other than the ones I find at the drugstore. The MAC Studio Fix Fluid is perfect for me. Maybe its because of past teenage skin insecurities or just personal preference, I really like a full coverage foundation. The Studio Fix Fluid is just that! This foundation provides a "natural matte finish and medium-buildable coverage", just like I like. The matte finish is amazing. My skin looks like it has been airbrushed and is shine free, maybe because it also absorbs and disperses oil. Awesome, right? I don't know how many other foundations seem to absorb into my skin throughout the day, causing my face to look like a hot mess by the end of the day. Well, this product sure doesn't do that. Just add a little setting powder and you're good to go. MAC claims the foundation "contains specially treated micronized pigments and soft-focus powders for a super-smooth look that helps minimize the appearance of imperfections". This is like music to my ears. I really don't have any major imperfections, but its good to know that if a pimple suddenly appears, I have this tool in my bag. I have some colored spots and freckles from sun exposure, and this product is great for making my skin looking completely even. This foundation also contains protection from UVA/UVB with a SPF of 15. This is a key element for me. I never leave the house without a moisturizer that contains a SPF and now my foundation also contains it too. This foundation is also oil-free so it won't clog your pores!
MAC Studio Fix Fluid
NW25
a dab of foundation creamy & smooth
can you see where it was applied? complete, flawless coverage
As you can see this is the perfect match for my skin. This is the first time I have ever come across a foundation so close to my natural skin tone. I was so happy the girl at the MAC store helped me find this, which is such a plus that there is always experts there to help. I've been applying this foundation with a foundation brush. I may also try some other methods to see if those work better or not. Just thought I'd let you all in on my new favorite foundation. The price of this foundation is $27.00 and you can buy it at your local MAC store or online. What foundation do you currently use?
I'm so excited, I received the Liebster Award! This is my first blog award and I'm so happy! Thank you so much to Anything and Everything Beauty for giving me this award! She has an amazing blog so please go check it out!
The rules:
1. Put the link to who gave you the award.
2. Put the award in your post.
3. Choose 5 blogs under 200 followers and give them the award.
4. Tell them they received award.
Happy Tuesday everyone! I decided to do a tape manicure today, with an effect of blue ombre nails.
The polishes used are Essie - Sweet Talker, Sinful Colors - Aquamarine & Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear - Blue It. What do you think of this mani? Have you sported any type of ombre this season (hair, nails, clothing, accessories, etc.)? Let me know! Hope you all have chip, free day!! Pin It
I hope everyone had a good Valentine's Day. I'm almost sick of pink, almost. I kinda feel guilty saying that. I hope someone else feels like this, so I don't have that statement riding on my conscience. Anyways, I thought a light pink with gray poka dots would be perfect for Pink Wednesday. Don't get me wrong pink is my favorite color, it just may mean I have a new nail design in the works that doesn't include pink.
I used the polishes NYC - Sidewalkers & China Glaze - Innocence. I used three coats of the Innocence. It really is a lovely pink. It would also work great for doing french manicures. Let me know what you think of this mani. I hope you all have a wonderful chip, free day!! Pin It
Happy Valentine's Day! Thought I'd do one last Valentine's Day mani before the day is done. I decided to do outlined pink and red hearts. Let me know what you think.
I used China Glaze -White On White, Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure - All Fired Up & Essie - Mod Square.
Anyone get anything exciting from that special someone? Do a shout out, let me know about your partner. How did you meet, what is the most romantic thing they have every done for you, etc.
"All the Single Ladies... All the Single Ladies... Now Put Your Hands Up!" So tomorrow is Valentine's Day, this is either you favorite holiday or the most dreaded. Today's mani is dedicated to all my Single Ladies or those that absolutely despise Valentine's Day. It my Anti-Valentine's Day mani, with the broken heart in the middle. For those of you who don't have that special someone in your life right now, no worries I'm gonna tell you how to enjoy your Valentine's Day anyways.
I used the polishes OPI - Got The Blues For Red, China Glaze - Black Leather, NYC - Sidewalkers, & China Glaze - White On White. Let me know what you think of this mani.
Alright as promised, how to make your Valentine's Day a great day, no matter what. One way to celebrate the day, is by spending it with your best girl friends. Get all your single friends together, get all dolled up and hit the town, single style. Last year my girl friends and I went out to eat. Being single is not the only reason not to have a hot date. A couple of my friends had boyfriends that lived out of town and couldn't make it to visit, so we all went out for dinner and drinks. We spent the night ordering and sharing fun drinks. My favorite is Cotton Candy Martinis at Fridays. Try the Pink Punk Cosmo! If you have never had one before, this may be exactly what you need this Valentine's Day.
Can you say "yummy"?
Not receiving a present from a special someone this year. Don't worry, who really needs tons of chocolate, when your trying to stick to your New Years resolution or a giant stuffed animal. Do guys really ever even know what to get us anyways? Well no more being unhappy with silly, unthoughtful gifts. Join Beauty Box Swap. It's a site where you can swap new, or gently used beauty products. No more wishing for the right gift, get it the first time. Put out a list of what you want to get rid of and people will offer swaps. Some people even like to do mystery swaps. You can also take part in Secret Valentine which is where the page owner sends you somebody's address and you send them a box of girly goodies for Valentine's Day. Someone else gets your address and they send you a box too. Of coarse, everything is at your own risk.
One of the Valentine's Day Gift Swaps
photo from Beauty Box Swap Facebook page
Or you can just have a chill day. Put on some sweats and get comfy. Spend the day with friends, pamper yourself with a mani/pedi, hang out with your other bestie maybe your dog or kitty, or cuddle up on your couch and watch some funny movies. My top funny movies are Mean Girls,White Chicks &Superbad. What movie always brings you rolling to the floor with laughter?
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Whatever you Anti-Valentine's Day ladies choose to do, don't be depressed! In the end Valentine's Day is just a day. You are special and cared about, and a dedicated day to that is not needed to prove it. So tell me what your plans are for tomorrow!
Another Pink Wednesday! In honor of the upcoming holiday, Valentine's Day, I decided to do a very girly pink nail with a touch of hearts. I chose this beautiful pink. It's the perfect medium pink, and super girly.
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The polishes I used included Orly - Elsbeth's Rose and Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear - White On and Cherry Red. What do you all think? I hope you have a chip-free day!
. What movie always brings you rolling to the floor with laughter?
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