Tuesday, March 31, 2020

The Greek Goddess Smokey Eye


Happy Tuesday my beauties!
Today's blog is all about the eyes. Since summer will be coming along sooner than we think, I thought I would share my favorite eye-look for that summer glow! I call it the Greek Goddess Look cause who doesn't love a good neutral smokey eye with a little bit of edge to it? 
Leave a comment down below if you would try this look out for yourself!! 

Step 1:
Prime the eyelids and set them with translucent powder. I use urban decay's eyeshadow primer and blend that all over my eyelid and under eyes. Any translucent powder will do to set that in place but I swear by using Laura Mercier's Translucent powder (a literal godsend). Then, using a fluffy eyeshadow brush, use a neutral brown and blend into your entire eyelid and crease. I personally use any bronzer I own (currently its Hoola Bronzer by Benefit Cosmetics) because it adds more dimension so whatever type of bronzer you have will do. 

Step 2:
Using a blender brush, take a darker brown and blend into your crease and wing out so its creates a natural line. You can easily do this by putting scotch tape on the corner of your eyes if you can't do it on your own. For the rest of the eyes I will be using Fenty Beauty's Moroccan Spice Palette. For the crease I used shade Nuts and Dates. 

Step 3&4: 
My favorite part, the bronze gradient effect! I personally don't like using just one shade of shimmer, I usually use around 3 to create a gradient-like effect on the eye. Although the picture quality isn't the best from the example above, it looks so good in person I promise! I used shades Desert Baked, Casablanca, and Marrakush in that order to create the gradient based on their pigment tones. I first used a light grey eyeshadow to outline my crease (step 3 in picture) so the gradient effect would be seamless. Using Desert Baked I blended that color in the crease to create a deep socket while blending out the other two shades on the eyelid.

Step 5:
The Winged-Eyeliner! I have always believed that a winged-eyeliner changes a look completely. This took me years to achieve on myself and eventually on others. For this look I wanted to do a thin-winged eyeliner so the main focus would be on the eyeshadow. For those who do not know how to do winged-eyeliner, just take your time and if you mess up just use a q-tip to fix the wing. I always start from the outer corner of my eye and match it to the end of my eyebrow so both wings are even on both sides. Once you create the wing, then just connect it and line the rest of your lid. 

Step 6:
Lastly, put on some lashes, mascara, and highlight your brow-bone and inner crease and your are good to go! I use Ardell's Wispies, which you can find at any drugstore. Once you put on the false eyelashes use some mascara to blend your real ones into the fake ones, and don't forget your bottom lashes. Lastly, take your favorite highlighter and add a little on your brow-bone and the inner corners of your eyes for a little brightness.

And there you have it! If you haven't seen my everyday dewy skin go check it out on my beauty page! I always do dewy skin with this look for even more of a glow! 


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Monday, March 23, 2020

Tattoos..Do you think they are a beauty standard?


Happy Monday my beauties!
I have been a little skeptical writing a blog about this topic, since there are many controversial opinions on it, but I would love to hear your inputs. Today's conversation is all about tattoos. 
A year ago today, while I was studying abroad, I went to a tattoo parlor and art gallery in Amsterdam to get my first tattoo. For years I have been waiting to get a tattoo dedicated to my family, and I thought there would be no perfect way to do it until I went to Amsterdam. I actually went to the same spot that my sister got her tattoo when she was in Amsterdam, so it had even more value to me as an individual.
Many people think that tattoos are mistakes that people make. I cannot tell you how many times I've heard "You are going to regret that tattoo when you are older" or "Why would you want something permanent on your body"? Although these questions are valid, I believe that tattoos are a form of true beauty and artistry. No matter who you are, your background, or your passions, you are in control of your own body. I truly find it inspiring when I see someone with intricate designs on their body, because I know that they are expressing themselves through personal experiences, family, etc. 
The real question I have for you is do you believe that tattoos are a new beauty standard? Personally, I never thought that tattoos are beauty standards, but now we live in a world where tattooing lip colors and eyebrows are the new norm. I do believe that these two things differ from one another, since tattooing lip colors and eyebrows are in the beauty field, while tattooing your body with words, symbols, etc. are a form of artistry. All I know is once you get one tattoo, you truly do get addicted to it, and I cannot wait to get more tattoos in the future!

What are your thoughts on tattoos? If you have a tattoo do you plan on getting more? Leave a comment down below!
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Thursday, March 19, 2020

Top 5 Fashion Films

Hello my beauties! 
I apologize for my late blog post this week. With everything going on in the world with coronavirus, on top of most senior college students losing their last semester, there has been a lot to cope with. I thought I would lighten up the mood by giving you a few of my favorite movies that you can binge watch while you are stuck in your homes during this time!
Let me know which of these are your favorite or if haven't seen them before!




1. The Devil Wears Prada 
(by far my favorite movie of all time! Anyone who enjoys fashion knows this movie is amazing)


2. Crazy Rich Asians
The outfits that are shown throughout this film are to die for. The gowns, the purses, the luxury, I want it all!


3. Sex in the City
New York is known for its trendy and artistic way of fashion statements and choices. This film not only is great based on the designer pieces shown, but it also is a great movie for a girls night in!


4. Chicago 
This musical makes me want to become a jazz dancer. The outfits are stunning and the musical numbers are the icing on the cake. Catherine Zeta Jones in this movie is who I aspire to be (except I don't want to be a murderer)


5. The Great Gatsby
For anyone who knows me personally, I have always had a strong love for the 1920s. The Flapper Era was pure beauty in it's prime. The silhouettes, the pearls, the intricate jewelry, and of course Leonardo DiCaprio...who could ask for more?


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Sunday, March 1, 2020

Spring 2020 Fashion Trends

Happy Sunday my lovelies! 
Today's blog is all about Spring Trends. We all love the spring for its transition from winter to summer, but what makes it even better is all the fun loving trends that inspire us to embrace the spring time. After this upcoming fashion week, here are a few of my favorite trends that I cannot wait to try out for myself, and hopefully some of you!


1. Garters 

This is by far one of my favorite trends. I love how garters can add edge to something as simple as an all white outfit, or even as a belt for a dress. I can image this trend being very popular among popstars like Dua Lipa or Jennifer Lopez. 

2. Lined Suits

Suits have always been a universal and classic silhouette among women and men, but designers such as Balmain and Michael Kors are using fine lines to add dimension and elevation to your everyday suit. You not only could you wear this throughout the workplace, but you could elevate it from day to night with a crop top and some heels.

3. Black and White
Also known as the Ying Yang, this is 110% up my alley in regards to my personal style. Black and white are both simplistic yet dramatic colors that every individual owns in their closet. Seeing the way that Balmain and Stella McCartney are twisting up the two colors gives me so many ideas on how I can use this trend in my wardrobe. 






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