*Makeup Show Giveaway*

As some know already, I attended The Makeup Show on November 4, 2012 and decided to buy an additional "Smoke it out" palette from Crown cosmetics for a giveaway.  I like that this small palette can be used to create bold looks as well as simple ones.  For more additional information on this palette, you may visit Crown Cosmetics.  Along with this palette,

*Orlando Makeup Show*

I had the pleasure of attending The Makeup Show in Orlando on November 4, 2012.  This show was at first for Professionals only, however, I found out that readers were able to attend by mentioning certain blog names.  I attended thanks to Phyrra, which she had a giveaway for one ticket.  I was impressed by all the talented artists that were creating master pieces like the ones below.

The only disappointment from this event was

*Hello, Bombshell*

 I am in love with the bag itself and also that I can get 20% from Coastal Scents.  I have been looking for the perfect matte palette and now is the time for me to shop!!!

*First Impression at ULTA*

Some say first impressions are everything... are they?

On Monday, I stopped at ULTA for the first time ever since I received a circular in the mail with a 40% discount on selected brands and $3.50 off a purchase of $10.00 or higher.  Honestly, I love love love Sephora since it was pretty much all I knew.  I really enjoyed walking around ULTA and not having anyone follow me as if I was going to steal something.  Oh yes, I went to Sephora a couple months ago in NJ and an employee was following me just because I had a Sephora bag already and I went back into the store since I forgot an item.  I guess she never heard of remembering what you originally went in for once outside the store.  I do that a lot when I go to the supermarket for milk, then buy everything else except the milk. 

Now back to ULTA...

*Suit it up*

As some know already, I am now living in Florida and with that comes a new life and the job hunting begins. I was looking for a great suit and came across some interesting ones online.  Also, for those that are currently job hunting, make sure that you keep it very simple.  I've included some information below to explain what I mean by "simple".

*A True Celebrity Make-up Artist*

I personally love Make-up, however, applying foundation is the biggest challenge yet to date.  That probably would be something that I might need a one on one training with a Make-up artist.  I do like some of You Tube's Make-up Guru's, however, in my opinion, there's no one out there like Alexis Vogel.  I don't care how talented all the others are, how many tricks and flips they do to their lashes, Alexis has been in the business for over 20 years.  In my eyes, if you're a Make-up artist, I want to see what you're about and most of the ones out there don't even have a portfolio and claim they work with celebrities.  Here are some of Alexis Vogel's creations, a true celebrity Make-up artist. 

Enjoy! 

(Pictures from Alexis Vogel's website) 

"Nothing makes me feel so happy than to give someone
the power and confidence they didn't know they had."
- Alexis Vogel 

*Behind the Shadows*

If you are like me that love make-up, then this information will be helpful to you. There's always that one friend that carries her life in her purse and when you least expect it, she starts talking about this and that and you're just paying attention to what's in front of you?!

Well, that's the story of my life. I seem to come across things that are too cute and glittery to say no to…so, what to do when you find yourself in my shoes>>>carry a small make-up jar (pic below).  I know this seems weird, but I cannot let go of a good thing…&&& that's how I was able to get some new eyeshadow colors from my friend Jess.