What's In My Makeup Bag?

 

I have always been curious about makeup. All the pretty colors called my name. My makeup muse was Twiggy, and my interest continues. You will notice that the majority of what I use is clean beauty.  Today I share my favorites.

~ Foundation ~

It depends on what look I want to achieve. For everyday at home I can be found wearing.....

Bare Minerals Complexion Rescue
This is really a tinted moisturizer, but it does have coverage. I am surprised what it does for my complexion. It also offers "mineral" SPF.  I use the shade "Natural Pecan." It does offer a natural glow. Very healthy looking on the skin. Find it at....

Ulta   and  Sephora  

UnCoverup Cream Foundation

I absoluely love this product. First of all, it features totally clean, skin loving ingredients. It is hydrating while smoothing fine lines. The coverage is perfect and lightweight (more like a gel than a cream). I wear shade 22.5, which is a cool buff beige.

RMS Beauty

Baked Balance & Glow Foundation

And for a quick easy foundation, Laure Geller's  illuminating  foundation gets the job done. I wouldn't be concerned about the word "illuminating."  The effect is very soft. It's a light to medium coverage that you can build upon. I wear the medium.

Laura Geller

~ Primer & Concealers ~

Wearing a primer has changed everything for my complexion! I have just started using it in the last year. What a difference it makes! I wear.....

      RMS Beauty Radiance Primer 

First of all, it is refillable, which saves you $10 each time you order. I can always count on my makeup staying put without reapplying. It also replaces moisturizer for me, with all of the skin loving ingredients. Totally clean, too!

RMS Beauty

ReFresh Eye Brightener Correcting Tint

My latest obsession. Wow! It is for taking away the dark circles under your eyes (if you have any.) The metal round tip is very cool to the skin. and helps in depuffing the eye area. I love the feeling. And the color that it deposits is almost magical. I use the lightest shade. My undereye definately looks better. After using it. LOVE!

RMS Beauty.  or  Shopbop

Soft Matte Complete Concealer

This product was highly recommended by Allure Beauty, so I tried it. It is fab! This is the concealer that I wear under foundation. Very buildable. I apply it with my fingers.

Nars Cosmetics     Ulta 

Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin Concealer

I found this product before RMS came out with their Eye Brightener. Love the wand , and it is super easy to apply. I only wear this under my eyes and over foundation.

Sephora      Nordstrom   

~ Contour  & Blush ~

How many of you contour your face? I have been doing it for over two years, and I think it makes all the difference in the world. It can slim your face  and add dimension. So simple. A swipte here and one there adds so much. 

Face Trace Contour Stick

Gucci Westman's Contour Sticks are the best in the business. Besides being smooth and creamy, they are all squeaky clean without toxins. I wear the shade biscuit. It is a light brown.

Westman Atelier

Nars The Multiple
This one product does so much. It acts as a blush, lipstick, and eyeshadow. It's so easy to use. They have just changed the formula. I hope that I like it as much as I did the old formula. I love the shade "Dazed" which is a peachy beige.

Nars      Ulta

ReDimension Hydra Powder Blush

I love this blush and it's luminous finish. And true to the brand, it is talc free and totally clean. I wear Crystal Slipper. The Blush is also refillable, which is genius. 

RMS 

~ Eyes ~

Straight Up Volumizing Peptide Mascara

I am on my 2nd tube of this fabulous mascara. I was a devotee of DiorShow mascara for years. Loved it, but it did smudge under my eyes.... a lot. This mascara does not do this at all. It's totally clean without chemicals to hurt your eyes. The brush is nearly identical to the DiorShow. One caveat. I do feel the need to use an eyelash curler with it. 

RMS Beauty

Mac Big Boost Brow Fiber Gel

So good. And comes in many colors.Easy to apply and stays on until you take it off.

Mac Cosmetics 

Too Faced Better Than Sex

Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner

After trying many eyliners, I have had the best results with this. It's almost goof proof. 

Sephora

Laura Geller Blend Away Beige & Brown 8 Multi-Finish Eyeshadows

Truthfully I don't have a favorite eyeshadow, but I do enjoy Laura's palettes. They are so reasonabbly priced with very wearable shades.  

Laura Geller

~ Lips ~

I stay loyal to very few lipsticks. 

Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips Kim K

It's the perfect pinky nude. I love the satin finish and that gold case.

Ulta  

Mac Cosmetics Satin Creme D' Nude 

Most days this is what I am wearing. I love Mac's price points, and they are often on sale. If you haven't tried their bullet lipsticks, you will love the colors. There are so many.

Mac Cosmetics

Squaky Clean Liquid Lip Balm

There are many out there, and this is the best I have ever used. All lip oils feel great and offer shine. Most of them are weak on color, except for Gucci Wesman's. I wear Nana, a cool beige  with a touch of sparkle. It's so pretty.

Westman Atelier

Sara Happ Lip Gloss

This gloss is so good, you will wonder how you ever lived without it. Sara only makes lip products, so to me she is the OG of gloss. No dehydrating ingredients. Just good for you natural oils. I wear the Nude Slip and The Rose Gold Slip.

Sara Happ

Sara Happ Cherry Lip Slip

Same gloss as above, but in a fun cherry red. It gets special mention because it on sale. Buy One Get One for Free.

Sara Happ

There you have it. And yes, you will find every one of these in my makeup bag!

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Bold, Bright & Beautiful For Spring

As I create this blog post, all I can see outside is white. Yes, I am in the middle of the Northeast blizzard, but safe and sound. Like every season, there are certain colors that trend. The primary and bright colors were what caught my eye the most. It's an optimistic take on life. Don't we all need that?

Sculpural Swing Coat

One of my favorite finds. It's made with textured Italian cotton, and looks so well done. There is  a dress and pants to match.

Me + Em

Knotted  Gala Mule

Crafted with a kitten heel, these sweet shoes  are made for summer walks.
Simon Miller

Belem Poplin Midi Dress

Oh how I love this look. What a chic cotton dress! 

Simon Miller

Dupioni Silk Mini

Lengths are both short and long this season. If you love a mini this is one chic and shiny sheath.

Tuckernuck

Balmain Jersey Leggings & Top
I feel like the 90's are calling. What a fun look for the right woman.

Shopbop

Longline Linen Shirt

A sensational shirt! Love that it has no collar. For those of you who enjoy a longer line, this is for you. Also available in black and gold.

Boden

Dries Van Noten Coat & Dress
Now this is new!  A bright look on Spring in Duchesse satin. Available for Pre-Order

Moda Operandi

Rachel Gilbert Dion Cape Gown

If you have a spring event coming up, this gown is gorgeous! It's polyester, but who cares when it looks this good? Also in red and white.

Bloomingdale's

La Veste Pippi Pants

Chic cotton capri's in  11 colorways. I think they are lots of fun.

Moda Operandi

Maeve X Bibi Lou Mesh Loafers

Comfy and casual chic. 

Anthropologie

Straight Crop Cardigan

Crafted with organic cotton. It's a stylish sweater to wear now with black leather pants. In Spring you will reach for it to pair with white pants and skirts.

Me + Em

The Max Shirt
Intentionally oversized in organic cotton with mother of pearl buttons. The perfect denim shirt!

Sezane Paris

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Sundays at Shop This

  

 Saturdays at Shop This turned into Sunday. Sometimes life just gets in the way. But I did want to share some of my favorite links, sales, and articles of the week.  Have a restful Sunday, my friends!

 

Heading to NYC soon? You will want to read this editorial at Bergdorf.  Find out where the best martini is, where to have dinner Friday night, the hotel you might want to live in, what to wear, and more.

 

 

Not your garden variety white shirt. If you love a little drama, and anything assymetrical, this Natori is a good option for day or night. The belt is great, too. 

French Girl Chic! Goop has pulled together a noncomprehensive list of Frenchg Girl Staples (and how to style them.

Anthropologie is offering up to 30% off new spring things this weekend. This darling jumpsuit is part of the sale. My younger self would not be able to resist it. Here's the jumpsuit.
 

I have always loved a well wrapped gift. I received the "With Love"  gift tags as a gift from the Dear Annabelle Team. ( thank you so much) They are so lovely - heavyweight white card stock with a fab font and beautiful black ribbon. They will elevaate any wrapped gift. Speaking of, their wrapping paper is super fun!

One of my favorite all time bags. It's designed by Cult Gaia. They are having a weekend sale. Almost everything is 22% off this weekend only. Use Code: 222. Tap on photo to go straight to the bag.

What are your walls saying about you? I just love the contemporary art at Oliver Gal. This piece is called Midnight Dutchess with Feathers, and I mean real feathers! Contemporary chic.

Last week I went into my first Mango free standing store. I often post from there when I am looking for a budget friendly item. Their selection was impressive for the price points, both in quality and style. The above long silk shirt isn't inexpensive 

( $350), but it sure makes a statement.

I simply can't wait to dine outside again. I love the selection at Pret a Party NY's  Their disposable dishes are so elegant!

~ And More ~

I have just tried Philosophy's Hair & Body Fragrance Mist, in Coconut Rush. I really like the  refreshing scent. I wouldn't trade in my Chanel for it, but it's great to wear at home and to bed. QVC has a great deal on it.

Don't forget about Serena & Lily's Spring Savings Event.  Revisit last weeks post.

Get 15% off Beauty & Fragrance at Bloomingdale's today.

Occasion Appropriate Dark Dresses

{ Via: Tiffany LaBelle }

This post is personal. Unfortunately I have a memorial service and dinner in NYC this Saturday. As you know, death is never timely. This one found me, a personal shopper, without anything I want to wear. It's tricky. I want to be respectful by dressing up. But one also must pay attention to style ~ nothing sexy, or too fun. So I am going for simple sophistication. If you find yourself in the same situation, here are 8 looks to consider.

Black Tie Bow Maxi

Though I like all of these pretty picks, this is my favorite. It's all cotton and super chic. $248

Tuckernuck

Military Blazer Knit Dress

The gold buttons elevate the look. On sale for $192

Karen Millen

Rib Knit Midi

Black and white is usually right. Love the full-ish skirt and white trim. Also pretty in ivory. $223

Karen Millen

Adriana Ruched Midi

Lots of style while still being demure. $495

L'Agence

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Iro Gaiana DresssI

Where couldn't you wear this jersey dress?

$280

Shopbop

Rococo Maxi

I don't think one needs to be dark and gloomy. This style has excellent lines for a flattering fit.  $348

Farm Rio

Tory Burch Cotton Flared Dress

Even though it is cotton, this dress can be worn with a jacket, preferably a shorter one. I included this because it does have a personality at the hem. It's daytime elegant. $495

Tory Burch

Double Faced Wool Crepe Dress

A beautifully made designer dress that's been majorly marked fown from $2190 to $657.

 Michael Kors

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