Urban Decay Mrs. Mia Wallace Revolution Lipstick Review and Swatches

Hey loves!

Urban Decay recently released makeup inspired by Uma Thurman's character - Mrs. Mia Wallace- in honor of the 20th anniversary of the Quentin Tarantino movie Pulp Fiction!

I only decided to pick up the lipstick from the collection, as much as I wanted the eyeshadow palette and lipliner. I felt that I had similar colors in my collection already, and I would only be getting it for the packaging (which I am always a sucker for, but this time I decided to save my money!)

The lipstick shade is called Mrs. Mia Wallace, and is a creamy deep rich red shade. It has a subtle glossy finish, and it is slightly moisturizing as well (a plus in my book). My lips were pretty opaque with just one swipe of this lipstick, and lasted about 8 hours without much need for touch ups. 

Of course I messed up the lipstick as soon as I opened it! 

My Mia Wallace look! 

When I wear red lipstick, I always line my lips - since I didn't purchase the liner from the collection, I used Revlon Color Stay lip liner in the color Red. MAC Riri Woo lip liner works just as well if you have it. 

I recommend this shade to any red lipstick lovers out there. Is it dupable? It is a classic red lipstick, however it performs amazingly well, and another red lipstick to add to your collection doesn't hurt, right? :)

Becca Shimmering Skin Perfecter Pressed in Opal - Review and Swatches

Hello beauties!

If you didn't know, I am a total sucker for highlighters! As I was watching Rositaapplebum's July favorites video, she mentioned this product. I can never have enough highlighters in my collection, so I logged onto Sephora.com and purchased one for myself.

I have been using this for about 2 weeks, and I haven't been able to put it down! It gives me such a pretty glow without looking like an overdone disco ball - it is not glittery or chunky at all, as it is very finely milled. Opal is a frosted gold champagne color. A word of advice: you can't be heavy handed! Very little goes a long way. This product can be swept all over the face, or you can use it on your cheekbones and brow bones (which is what I do). It lasts all day on me without looking patchy at the end of the day.

I recommend this product to anyone that wants that beautiful glow from within look! This product retails for $38 USD. 

Anastasia Beverly Hills Amrezy Palette - Review and Swatches!

If you don't know who Amra Olevic, a.k.a. @amrezy is on Instagram, you should really take some time to check her out. She is one of the most popular MUAs on Instagram - she recently hit the 1 million followers mark! I have been following her since I first made my account about 2 years ago, and it was awesome to see her steadily gain momentum on social media. Amra is not only gorgeous, but she is really talented!

I personally love Anastasia Beverly Hills products, and when I found out she teamed up with Anastasia and created an eyeshadow palette I immediately stopped what I was doing at work (no, seriously), and ordered myself a palette.

The palette consists of 10 colors - all warm shades that will flatter beauties of all skin tones. There are two colors on the top row that are a little "out of the norm" but still work with all the colors to give you that pop of color. All very pigmented, not chalky at all. I love the range of colors that were chosen for this- you can do a soft day look or change it up to evening glam, since it is a prefect mix of matte and shimmer. Versatility is a big plus! The palette also comes with a double ended brush.

A closer look at the brush

Left to right: Legend, Glisten, Topaz, Iridescent Purple, Emerald

Left to Right: Vanilla, Caramel, Morocco, Deep Plum, LBD

All in all, I do recommend this palette to everyone! It can be found at your nearest Ulta in store or online, as well as on Anastasia's website, and retails for $29 USD.

I've Been Nominated for the Liebster Award!

Hello beauties!

I have been nominated for the Liebster Award by Courtney from brokebutnotbasic.com and Alicia over at aliciadeyes.blogspot.co.uk - thank you ladies SO much!

Since I am fairly new to the blogging world, I wondered what a Liebster award was. I was honestly surprised I was chosen! After reading around, I found that this gives bloggers the opportunity to get to know one another - which I think is awesome! There are certain rules to follow (which actually vary):

- You must link back to the blogger(s) that nominated you

- You must answer 11 questions given to you by the blogger that nominated you

- You must nominate 5-11 bloggers and give them 11 questions of your choice (they must have less than 200 followers)

- You can't nominate the blogger who nominated you

- Let the bloggers you chose know that they are nominated! Provide a link to your post so they can see the rules, questions etc.

Since rules vary, Courtney only asked questions, and Alicia had questions and asked to state 11 random facts about yourself. So I am doing both! 

1. What is your favorite thing about blogging?

I like the fact that I can share my thoughts and opinions with everyone! Also I love to communicate with others from all over the world and give each other advice and tips.

2. Who is your favorite blogger?
That would have to be Christine from temptalia.com 

3. What do you miss the most about being a kid?
Not having a care in the world (other than school). Oh, and Saturday morning cartoons!

4. What is your go to makeup product?
At the moment it's the Bobbi Brown peach corrector

5. Who is your fashion icon?
I actually love the Kardashian sisters' fashion sense! Rihanna wears things that only she can pull off, and I love that.

6. Do you have any tattoos/piercings?
I don't have any other piercing other than on my ears, but I do have several tattoos. I have stars on my right foot, sparrows on my left shoulder, and the word Spero on my left wrist which means hope in latin.

7. What made you want to start blogging?
I am in love with anything beauty related. I buy makeup and other products quite often and I figured why not start a blog to share my love with everyone else on a broader level? 

8. Where is your favorite place to eat?
I can't choose one, but I love Red Lobster and Chipotle!

9. If you could live anywhere in the world; where would it be?
I love New York, but I recently went to Rome and I really loved it over there!

10. What is your favorite makeup brand?
I honestly can't pin point just one brand that I love! Each brand has a product(s) that stand out.

11. Who is your favorite YouTuber?
Again, I can't just choose one. I love Nicole Guerriero's personality, Desi Perkins and Chrisspy. I also watch Rositaapplebum alot.

My 11 random facts: 

- I am a huge fan of The Lord of the Rings/ The Hobbit books and movies!
- I wanted to be a cartoon animator growing up.
- I work for the airline industry (British Airways to be exact)
- I have flat feet.
- I have lived in New York all of my life (and in the same apartment too!).
- I want to become fluent in Portuguese, Italian, French, and eventually in Arabic.
- One of my favorite singers ever is Sade.
- My favorite ice cream flavor is Coffee by Haagen Dazs.
- I absolutely loved the Spice Girls and NSYNC growing up, and I literally had my walls covered from floor to ceiling with their posters!
- Italian cuisine is my favorite!
- London, Iceland, Spain, France and Greece are on top of my list for places I really want to visit.

Here are my questions for you:

1. What is you biggest challenge when it comes to blogging?
2. What else do you do besides blogging?
3. Do you travel often? If so where have you gone? If not name places you would love to visit!
4. What is your favorite season and why?
5. What shows do you like to watch?
6. All time favorite movie?
7. Do you speak any other languages? Any you would like to learn?
8. What do you find attractive in others?
9. What is your pet peeve?
10. What is a beauty product you can't live without?

The bloggers I am nominating are:

Shannika - thegeekofbeauty.blogspot.com.au

Dulcie - dulcieavenue.wordpress.com
Jasmine - jazzrosina.blogspot.co.uk
Rachel - thebeautebook.blogspot.co.uk
Bethany- bethanyturnbull.blogspot.com
Amber - amberstrendythoughts.blogspot.com

Vibussha - beautyroomxox.blogspot.com

I am looking forward to your responses! Thanks again Courtney and Alicia for the nomination!