
Favorite Beauty Discovery
Question of the Week: Name one of your favorite beauty discoveries of 2015. Answer: I can say with certainty I will be using products with the Sabon Patchouli Lavender Vanilla scent for the rest of my life! Quite the discovery. Clumps of Mascara – Wanna smell pretty? I don’t! I can’t handle strong fragrances and…

MUST HAVE MAC: Ellie Goulding swatches and review
I have been excited about the MAC Ellie Goulding launch since I first heard about it way back in June. And it did not disappoint. Maybe it’s because she’s blonde. Maybe it’s because she’s British (I’m an honorary Brit by marriage, or at least I think I am!) But I am feeling this collection. Like,…

2015 Gift Guide: Skincare For Any Budget
Stumped on what to get ANY woman in your life? Skincare is always a welcomed gift. I have seen women who confess to only use a bar of soap as their skincare routine, literally squeal with delight when unwrapping a serum. If you know the recipient well, you know their favorite brands, you probably even…

What beauty product do you want this holiday season?
That and more in The Lipstick League, week of 12.7.15 Question of the Week: What one beauty item would you really love to receive this holiday season? Answer: Santa, I have been SO good this year! If you could bring me the Jo Malone Cologne Intense Collection ($150) I promise to be good for all…

Cirque Colors Nordstrom Holiday 2015
Is it just me, or are nail collections boring you to tears lately? Do we really need another bright red? And look, a blush pink. Yawn. I know these are a go-to in the nail world, but can’t the big brands reach for the pigments that are a little less used? It’s so much more…

Gifts For Beauty Lovers
Question of the Week: What beauty products are you gifting this holiday? (You have to have at least one item on your shopping list!) Answer: I’m kind of shocked to say the only beauty product I bought for someone this year is an EOS Coconut Milk lip balm. This was a jewelry kind-of year for…

2015 Gift Guide: Subscription Boxes
Boxes full of surprises that show up randomly at your door. A dream? Nope, a subscription box! And of course, I ADORE them. I’d subscribe to each and every one I could find if my budget allowed. They’re also the ultimate gift: fun to unwrap, catered to a person’s loves or hobbies, multiple items inside….

What Beauty Product Are You Most Thankful for?
That and more in The Lipstick League, week of 11.16.15 Question of the Week: What product are you most thankful for right now? Answer: I had quite the shopping spree last week (as the photo shows). I’m LOVING everything you see, but the most unassuming product is what I’m most thankful for: Kevyn Aucoin The…