Happy New Year's!

Hello lovelies,

I'm really sorry that I haven't posted anything in a while. The holiday season is very busy for me and I just haven't had time! I do, however, have a few different posts lined up to be written, so I will hopefully have some interesting stuff for you in January(which is also my birthday month! Whoo!).

Anywho, I just wanted to pop in and wish you all a safe, wonderful, beautiful and happy new year!

xo,

Kieran

That's just wrong Wednesdays.

First off I just have to ask, am I the only one who mentally says Wed-nes-day in their head before typing the word?

This is a new weekly block I am starting called "That's Just Wrong Wednesdays",  in the posts I will show pictures of several fashion don'ts I have found over the week, scrolling through the internet. They will repeat every Wednesday. I will try to be as consistent with this as possible, but as you all know life happens.

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When I see these shoes the only thing I can even think is wtf and not as in Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Really? Heelless shoes? Why? And who made them? Oh yeah, Antonio Berardi, and they cost $3300. Who would buy them? Gwyneth Paltrow, Uma Thurman, and Victoria Beckham, all did back in 08. 

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My first question is why would you need these? Are you going as a post-modern interpretation of the giant squid from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea? Yeah, didn't think so. I am sure you already guessed it, but this is found on Etsy.com and can be yours for a mere $24.00 and shipping. 

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Oh Etsy.com, we have a love hate relationship, as you are an eternal mealting-pot of crap/awesomeness all online. Are you there just for my entertainment? If so I love you! This tote-thing is based off of a bag Miley Cyrus was spotted touting, which by all means means it should be burned. 

That is all for this week. The amount of content in these posts will vary from week to week. Check back regularly to see if we have posted any new stuff. Kieran and I have both decided to be more active, so keep checking!

XOXO,

Shelly

Review: e.l.f 32 Piece Eyeshadow Collection

Hello lovelies!

Today I bring you a review of the e.l.f 32 Piece Eyeshadow Collection, which was given to me as a Christmas gift from my wonderful blogging partner, Shelly.

I have been hoping to find the e.l.f Shadow Collections in Target, but I haven't seen any, so when Shelly surprised me with the 32 Piece, I was very excited!

e.l.f  32 Piece Eyeshadow Collection. Retail: 5.00

(I forgot to take a picture of the entire front of the palette, sorry! But as the above picture shows, it is matte black with a clear window to the shadows.)

You get a pretty wide variety of shadows in this palette, from a basic, low-shimmer black and chocolate brown, to a bright, shiny electric blue and bubblegum pink! The texture of the shadows are also very nice and smooth, easy to apply. There might be one or two that are a bit chalky, but definitely not hard to work with. I think that with this palette, e.l.f has definitely improve the quality/texture of their palettes. I own the Eye Brights Beauty Book, and was pretty bummed at the texture of the shadows. This palette makes up for it!

From the shadows that I've used out of it so far, the staying power is pretty fair. As with most shadows, they would probably last longer over a primer, but without, I'm pretty impressed.

All of the shadows contain some sort of shimmer/glitter. There are no true mattes. However, there are a few shades that have very minimal shimmer/glitter. But if you want a palette with matte shadows, then this wouldn't be for you. 

Here are a few swatches from the palette, over just my skin with no primer:

(My camera takes pretty horrible swatch pictures. The shade that looks like a charcoal brown is actually a very dark, steel grey.)

I am in love with this palette, pretty much. I also love that it has a very big mirror on the inside, so that I can actually use that to do my eye makeup instead of having to hold a separate mirror.

Between the color variety, the quality of the shadows, and the price, I don't think you can go wrong with this palette.

Thanks, Shelly! ;)


xo,

Kieran

How to look like a total tool, (a guide).

* Disclaimer: I am not serious, this is a joke. Repeat, this is a joke, not to be taken seriously. :D

So if you have been looking for a tutorial on how to be and or look like a tool, you have come to the right place! I know a tool is what you all aspire to be so enjoy!

#1 Get a tan to look like this, except less Farrel-y. You won't regret this, but the people around you will.

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#2 Buy an Ed Hardy T-shirt. If it's a polo, even better. You are now on the metaphoric yellow brick road to toolishness. 

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#3 Wear a baseball hat backwards, you'll eventually look like this guy, which is what we aspire too. 

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#4 Buy some Oakley shades or equally reflective sunglasses. So that everyone can see what you see, because it is like so, important, yo. 

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#5 Do your hair like this, when you are not wearing your Baseball cap backwards, of course. 

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#6 And now for number six, probably the most important thing to remember, if there is a chance of a fight, a fight there will be. Yeah, you're just that cool. 

XOXO,

Shelly

Aerie Color.

So if you cannot tell that Kieran and I are kind of in love with Aerie Color, you must be new around here or you don't pay much attention (don't worry we still love you). Anyway, that is why it is my obligation to tell you that Aerie Color AND Aerie Botanicals have both been discontinued, due to American Eagle Outfitters budget cuts. The good part: because of the discontinuation everything is on clearance for three dollars and some change. That means that lotion you've been totally coveting for the last month that normally costs $12.95 (or something) is now about three dollars - FULL SIZED, yeah that's right, be shocked. Before it got discontinued Aerie came out with it's holiday collection  and let me just tell you it is absolutely luscious! I got a twenty dollar full face compact that is about $20.00 for $3.00. I am sure they must have had quite a lot of stock left because I find out about a week after they made the call (that was last week) and they still had quite a few things, so no need to hurry, but I know you want too! Anyway this is a courtesy post for all of you Aerie and/or deal lovers out there.

XOXO,


(a sad) Shelly

Zoya to give out free nail polish?

Hello lovelies,

I just though I would do a quick post about something pretty exciting!

Nail polish company Zoya(who makes one of my favorite colors, Shivon.) is trying to reach 20,000 Likes on their Facebook page by January 3rd, 2011, and if they do, they will give each fan a code good for three free bottles of nail polish! I'm not sure if that means three free bottles with a purchase, or just three free bottles, but either way that's a pretty amazing promotion!

So spread the word and let's get Zoya to 20,000 Likes!

Click HERE to go to Zoya's Facebook page.


xo,

Kieran

My Favorite Winter Sweaters, Cardigans, and Coats.

Hello lovelies!

Happy December! I honestly can't believe that it's here already! Here in Arizona, the cold weather only began towards the end of November, and some days now are still pretty warm! However, it is definitely getting colder as the days go on, and I finally get to wear my winter clothing! Boots, scarves, coats, tights! Ahh, layering. How I love thee. Let me count the ways! Well, actually, I'd rather just give you a list of some of my favorite winter sweaters, cardigans, and coats!

Wrap Up Cardigan, $27.80: Forever21

Black Wool Military Jacket, $98: Torrid

Sequined Cowl Neck Sweater, $29.50: Charlotte Russe

Against the Storm Coat, $99: Modcloth

Kimono Necklace Sweater, $24.99, JCPenny

Marbeled Cowl Neck Sweater, $19.80, Forever21

Argyle All The While Sweater(back view picture), $54.99, Modcloth.
(This one reminds me of Spencer Reid, so I love it all the more.)

Ivory Long Sleeve Sweater, $44: Torrid

What are some of your favorite winter pieces? Let me know!

xo,

Kieran