Contouring & Highlighting

Contouring & highlighting is one of the most important details to a flawless finish! I highly recommend using a MATTE bronzer. Bronzers with glitter will not only age your skin but they also accentuate any flaws (wrinkles/acne) you may have. Use the highlighter sparingly, Dolls!! Glitter on your face is okay when applied on your eyes BUT that's about all.


Here is a great matte bronzer/highlighter duo! Yes. . . it's a little pricey, but it's a 2 for 1!! 
http://www.sephora.com/tantalizer-highlighter-matte-bronzer-duo-P303410

• As for highlighting under the eyes, I would use a really good concealer! I apply my concealer around my entire eye (think raccoon). I also apply additional concealer under my eye after I finish my makeup. I prefer my concealer to be a shade lighter than my skin. 

{{I use MAC studio finish concealer.}}

I am so excited about my new discovery!! I was introduced to gel eyeliner a couple of years ago & fell in L.O.V.E. - - but was starting to have a hard time applying it with my regular eyeliner brush. . .UNTIL NOW! Eeekkk :) I purchased an angled eyeliner brush from Ulta & it has changed my whole eyelining WORLD. The smoothness is amazing & it takes away the awkwardness of trying to figure out which way to position your arm to get that perfect line.

 Here is the one I purchased from Ulta, online! $18 & worth every penny. http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=1331233&productId=prod1331233&categoryId=cat80086

 My favorite gel eyeliner is by Smashbox $22 (pictured above). It will last you for well over a year & it's waterproof!! I wear it in the "Dark Brown". http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2158840&productId=prod290008&navAction=push&navCount=1&subdoc=16richgoldintenseindigowk412&categoryId=cat80042

It's all about the topknots, Dolls!! This hairstyle is such a great alternative to the daily ponytail us ladies rock (after abusing the snooze button.) Ummm, please opt for a clean sock ladies - it's okay for your hair to be a little dirty, but not the socks too;)

How to Create a Cute Top Knot (With a Sock!):
Next time you lose a sock in the dryer, don’t toss its lonely match in the trash—add it to your hair care kit. This gorgeous girl shows you how to fashion a full and fabulous bun in various positions on your head using just a sock and an elastic band. Now that’s what we call resourceful! {Wendy’s Lookbook}

Five Amazing Sales Happening Right Now!

From people style watch! These are some of the best sales online happening at the moment. . . I know us Dolls love great deals! 

http://stylenews.peoplestylewatch.com/2012/08/24/online-shopping-sales-august-24/

Love this SMOKEY EYE! I would replace the dramatic false eyelashes for a more natural pair . I have included below a great palette to create this look!! (use the white, black & grey shades) Any black eyeliner pencil will do (to soften pencil up. . .just rub the tip between fingertips before using)
http://www.revlon.com/Revlon-Home/Products/Eyes/Eye-Shadow/Revlon-CustomEyes-Shadow-Liner.aspx
 Below is an instructional on how to create this look! Get to smoking those eyes, Dolls!

                Love this look for fall.  Look great for less. I have put together some similar pieces so you Dolls can have your own without breaking the bank! :  RED BLAZER ($58) - http://www.fredflare.com/Red-Hot-Boyfriend-Blazer,  LEOPARD SCARF (only $9.50) -  http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/Accessories/Scarves/entity/pc/2116/c/0/sc/2590/198436.uts. TAN FLATS ($49.50) http://www.endless.com/dp/B005C2RGQ2/177-9717720-3381813?ie=UTF8&creative=395033&suppressRedirect=1&linkCode=asn&tag=dealtend-22456-20&creativeASIN=B005C2RGQ2&ref_=asc_df_B005C2RGQ22152949 TAN QUILTED PURSE ($19.50) http://www.charlotterusse.com/product/Accessories/Bags/Fold-Over-Quilted-Evening-Bag/pc/2116/c/0/sc/2584/207063.uts?sortByColumnName=SortByArrival?colorCode=301317688_218

With fall just around the corner, it's time for fall makeup inspiration. Burgundy lips are the rage this season. Make sure you find a shade that compliments your skin tone, whether you're a warm or cool tone. Pair this look with a light smokey eye & you have perfection. Can't wait to see all you Dolls in your shades of burgundy! xoxo

My lipstick of choice is TOM FORD'S Black Orchid.