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BEAUTY PREGAME

It’s my faaaaavorite time of year.  Not only is it almost my birth month, but it’s the season of non-stop holiday parties and festivities.  I love the air of excitement that comes with this time of year, not to mention, it’s the perfect excuse to get all glammed up.  My favorite moments are the ones where I can get ready slowly, relishing any extra minutes I have before the holiday party chaos begins. See below for my top tips for…

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#NYFW TIDBITS

Hi Ya'll! Fashion week was a complete whirlwind.  I had SUCH a blast seeing all my blogger girls and all of the incredible models and designers that I look up to in the fashion industry.  Fashion world and blogger world are actually quite different, but this #NYFW, I felt like these two worlds completely collided.  Although I felt like a chicken with my dang HEAD cut off all week, I had the best time.

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PRETTY VANITY THINGS

Vanity Tray: Amazon | Jewelry Trays: West Elm and J Crew | Candle: Tocca | Ring and Earrings: House of Harlow | Other Rings: David Yurman and Rebecca Minkoff |  Buddha Bracelet: M. Perrin There’s something liberating about changing up the way you decorate your personal space.  I love organizing my vanity area and creating a really feminine vibe.  This is a place where I think about the day ahead, ponder life’s mysteries (LOL), and ensure I look and feel my very best.  In order to get all of these things done I need strategic…

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SKINCARE FAVES

(From Left to Right) Caudalie Vinosource S.O.S. Thirst Quenching Serum | Philosophy Purity Made Simple Cleanser | Coconut Oil | Peter Thomas Roth Mega Rich Intensive Anti-Aging Cellular Eye Creme | L’Occitane Immortelle Divine Cream | Clarins Toning Lotion (Normal / Dry Skin)[/caption] Skincare is kind of everything to me.  I’m constantly reading about skincare, trying new products, and harassing the salespeople at Sephora and various department store counters (heh, heh) for new insights.  Can you blame me?  I just would like to understand what will ensure my skin remains glowing and youthful, dammit! …

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NARS, NARS, NARS

I had a somewhat life-changing (too much?) experience at the Nars store in Soho last week.  First off, Nars is my favorite make-up brand.  Prior to my store visit this week, I’ve always sworn by their face makeup using their bronzer, blush, and tinted moisturizer religiously.  I went to the store with the intention of picking out a new foundation, and I came out with a few more products than planned.  Hey, I needed them!  I sat down to get my face done up by one of their makeup artists.  Her…

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