Recently when I was snooping around TJ Maxx I spotted this awesome set of OPIs. The OPI Beach Sandies from the Brazil collection came out this summer but I passed. I hardly ever reach for minis but I do love my textures… keep reading to see if I have regrets! [Read more…]
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Let me tell you a tale- a story of going out after work unexpectedly with a gigantic purse packed to the hilt. First, it took me several minutes of digging to even find my wallet. Next- I dropped a half full water bottle in the middle of a restaurant. To top off the evening I actually had my strap break which trying to mingle my way back to my car in a full bar. I’m so glad this wasn’t some kind of date. This was the night I discovered the Emergency Clutch…
What is it you ask? Basically it is a clutch I can grab out of my car/work & take out with me at night. I’m not talking about a first aid kit or camping set… Just in case I’m missing any necessary items to get a bit more glammed up that I don’t usually keep in my car I keep them in the clutch too. It helps me transition to night or update my look quickly on the go. Let’s break down what I keep inside!
First let me show you my clutch- see how basic it is? I tried to pick something really basic. My basic might not be your basic- you might want to pick something with silver metal, no metal at all, or in a pattern. I also chose something with a sturdy wrist strap which is handy to grab & go. This one happened to be on sale at Old Navy a long time ago & I still dig the classic lines. Here are a few similar idea styles here, here, & here.
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Glossybox really hit it out of the park for the July 2014 box! For me this box was all about luxe products that make me feel like I’m having a spa day. Because doesn’t everyone need one of those every once in awhile? Brimming with deluxe sizes, check out what this month’s subscription box has to offer! [Read more…]
An exciting new post today featuring a shade I’ve been wearing almost 5 days- that’s a big deal in my nail world! Pixi by Petra is a new Colour of the Month from Pixi brought to us by Petra Strand. This shade is absolutely stunning & limited edition- check out my swatches below! [Read more…]
Have you ever tried a lip gloss that just…wasn’t a love match? Sometimes they’re too tacky or too thin or just…stink. Well you won’t be reading about any such thing on my blog today! The drugstore has some fantastic products in general but these Milani Brilliant Shine Lipglosses are some of the very best. Keep reading to check out these 4 shades on my lips! [Read more…]
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Ever been on a trip & regretted forgetting something? I know I have. Here is a list of some of my favorite beauty items that help me make it more comfortably without a trip- without bringing out my entire stash. Because for some reason people think that’s illogical! This is a special list because it isn’t my basic favorites like certain palettes but usually multi-purpose beauty products I find handy on the go! Plus a look at my favorite new makeup bake from the Hold Me Company! It is pretty incredible! [Read more…]
This month Beauty Box 5 brought along quite the surprise- a product from Revlon?! I’m definitely not used to seeing big drugstore brands in my boxes so this was a special treat! With a box full of great products this was one of my favorite months. Like usual, Beauty Box 5 also hits the beauty marks in different categories as well.
Beauty is obviously a huge part of my life. I’ve always been interested in the entire cosmetic industry but finding my place was hard. When you love a lot of things you really want to know more- & yes I did! Hair, makeup, nails…everything is just too fun. A lot of beauty bloggers focus on one main aspect but that didn’t feel right to me…that’s why I went with Stephanie Louise- All Things Beautiful Blog as my name!
For me beauty is more than a job- it is one of my favorite topics. Discovering myself through makeup was incredibly important. From the frosty baby blue eyeshadow in 6th grade to the extremely heavy liner in high school…makeup has always been MY thing. This is when I think about my day, show my creative side, & really take some me time. I need me time to survive honestly.
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What does beauty mean to you? What are some of your favorite trends?
If you’re a long-time reader of my blog then you know I shout UV protection from the highest points.When cancer runs in your family & you want to end up with fabulous skin with as little aging as possible…SPF becomes your bestie. Actually it becomes your savior. So now that we’ve established all of that let’s take a look at this beautifully useful scarf from Sundriven & why I’m loving it! [Read more…]
Textured polishes are still all the rage (to my personal delight!) so today I bring you 3 shades from the SinfulColors Full Throttle Collection for Summer 2014. All of the shades are textured with a “rubberized” texture which is unlike any of the other textures I’ve tried. Keep reading to check these babies out! [Read more…]