DS Temptation + DS Bold Swatches

artificial light, two coats [left], three coats [right]

Two more colors have been added to OPI's Designer Series. These are the special OPI polishes with the silver tops. Fancy, huh? DS Tempation is the polish on the left and DS Bold is on the right. In my opinion I think that DS Tempation is the better of the two colors. It is more unique. DS Bold was a nice color but I thought that Nicole by OPI's Orna-Ment for Each Other. It is a brighter, truer red. And there is also the added bonus of being cheaper. But if you like this pinky-red color and silver-capped nail polish then I would recommend DS Bold.

But I am in love with DS Tempation. It sort of reminds me of the night sky in Van Goh's Starry Night. It isn't an exact color match but the glitter makes me think of stars and space. Maybe OPI should have called this polish, DS Space Travel. Hmmm. Good idea, huh? I should contact OPI. Which color is your favorite? Tell me in the comments below.

FTC: These products were sent to me for review

Eating at Masa + Breaking Dawn

 

Scarf--Romy, Top--American Eagle, Cardigan--Forever 21

This is a mini outfit of the day. And by mini, I mean that you can't technically see my entire outfit. But I had so much fun that I had to blog about it. A few weeks back I went with a group of friends to see Breaking Dawn Pt. 1 but before we went to the movie theater we ate at a local restaurant, Masa. I loved the name because it was the name of my maternal grandpa but apparently masa means dough in Spanish. I took three years of Japanese in high school.

The food was good. I had the "This Chicken is Bleu" flatbread pizza[pictured above] and I devoured the entire thing. This experience was good but the food took so, so long to arrive. It was a pretty busy night and I hope that was the reasoning behind the slow service. Although twenty minutes for dessert seems a little ridiculous. But I will reserve my judgement until I make a return visit.

After we finished desert, again really good, we rushed to the movie theater. And I will admit that Breaking Dawn Pt. 1 was my favorite Twilight movie by a landslide. Yes, it was cheesy. And yes, Edward Cullen had no personality. The same for Bella Cullen nee Swan. But the writing and direction were much better this time. I still mocked it mercilously with my friends but on some level, I enjoyed it. I laughed. I didn't cry. But I wasn't bored nearly as much as I was during the first movie.

But, on a more serious note, how awkward was their honeymoon? So awkward!! Have you seen Breaking Dawn? What did you think? Leave your thoughts in the commets!

Revlon "Copper Penny" Swatch + Review

artificial light, two coats

I love this color! It is simple and classic but the glitter makes it fun and exciting. This color is so versatile. I picked it up on a whim when I was out shopping with a couple of my friends when I was trying to familiarize myself with the area surrounding my school. Revlon polishes are very easy to find unlike OPI polishes. They're sold at almost every drugstore as well as places like Target and Wal-Mart--for an extremely reasonable price. Normally Revlon polishes are usually around four or six dollars.

My only problem is that this polishes chips so easily. So easily! It is so pretty but it frustrates me to no end that I can't guarentee that the color will last for two days. But despite the flaw--and it is a very big flaw--I still love this polish and I use it all the time. I will repurchase Copper Penny but I will stay on the look-out for another color similar to this one but with better lasting power. I guess you can't have it all.

LUSH So White Bath Bomb Review

Another review! For Christmas my sister kindly gave me one of LUSH's holiday pre-packaged gift boxes. It came with three products but I decided to use the So White bath bomb first. Before I get too deeply into this review, I will say that I have never used a bath bomb--LUSH or otherwise. So I wasn't sure what to expect and I have nothing to compare it to.

I would call So White a medium sized bath bomb. LUSH describes this product as "a frothy blanket of apple scented "snow" for your bath.... inspired by the tempting apple a certain wicked stepmother tricked her beautiful stepdaughter into eating". Fun. The scent "is made with an uplifting fragrance of refreshing oranges, apples and romantic rose and is meant to awake you if you've been under a spell (or are just feeling tired)."

Now, onto the review section of this blog post. LUSH claims that this bath bomb will produce "a frothy blanket of apple scented 'snow'". There is quite a lot of froth but I wouldn't call it a blanket of froth, not unless it was a very, very holey blanket. The bomb took a while to completely fizz out--twenty minutes--but the froth quickly disappeared in ten minutes and I was left lying in bath of what looked like regular water but smelled like apples. The smell was the best part. The entire bathroom was like an orchard and the scent lasted on my skin for hours later.

I wish the froth lasted longer and it seemed a bit expensive for really nice smelling atmosphere. A candle could have done almost the exact same experience but with a fraction of the price. So White is a nice bath bomb for people who don't enjoy the glitter or sparkles or color changing properties of other LUSH bath bombs. But personally, those are the reasons I pay exorbitant prices for small balls of fizz. P.S. I apologize for the fuzzy finger in the corner of the picture. You would think after all this time I would learn not to let my finger into the picture. Apparently not.

Taylor Swift's Street Style

Taylor Swift spending time in Manhattan wearing a crisp white button-up, distressed shorts, black and cream oxfords, and light brown handbag [left].

Taylor Swift out and about in SoHo wearing wearing lace-up mustard heels, high-waisted emerald green mini skirt, sheer mustard and blush button-up printed blouse, printed and bronze tote, and oversized dark sungalsses [right].

Taylor Swift visiting the BBC Studios in London wearing a fitted red and white printed dress, grey flats with bow detailing, silver key-charm necklace, and oversized off-white cardigan [left].

Taylor Swift heading to a performance in New York City wearing knee-high dark brown riding boots, dark grey skinny jeans, and loose fitting white blouse [right].

What do you think of Taylor's style? Which look do you like the best? Talk about it in the comments below! Don't forget to check out my second blog! Or chat with me on twitter!

Photos courtesy of celebritieswonder.net

OPI "Desinger...De Better" Swatch + Review

OPI's Muppet Collection was released at the end of last year and Designer...De Better was easily one of the stand out shades from the collection. It is a beautiful silver/rose gold metallic shade. It was easy to apply and is a fantastic shade to wear in both winter and spring. It is very similar in formula to another polish from the collection--Warm and Fozzie. They're both stunning. Swatch for all the polishes in the collection will be up within the month. What do you think of this color?

FTC: Product was sent to me for review

Learning to Ski



Jacket--Aeropostale, Pants + Gloves--unknown, Ski--rented, Sweatshirt--High School

I'm BACK! After taking all of January and part of December off, I'm excited to blog again. Over break I went skiing for the first time. I was nervous but still really excited. I would be lying if I said that I didn't fall a million times. The first day we went, we were so lucky because it was so beautiful. The sun was out and the snow was fantastic. Oh, and Happy new year! How has 2012 been treating all of you? Do you have any New Year Resolutions? I have a feeling that 2012 is going to be awesome. Anyone else agree with me?

My Christmas Tree

Tah, Dah! We're done. After an hour of sorting through boxes and putting on the lights [thanks Dad] and decoarting. We're done. I think it looks pretty good. But please excuse all the boxes. We haven't gotten to putting them all away.


Quick update. I left Seattle behind on Wednesday and I'm back home with my family. I cannot tell you how excited I am to here and how NERVOUS I am about recieving my grades. It's not that I don't think that I did well but I'm still nervous. Ugh. I don't like being out of control. I'm going to sign off now. I have a bagillion presents I have to wrap and being a procrastinator never helped anyone. Bye!

Denim Button Up

Cardigan--Thrifted School Apparel from Goodwill, Top--Puritan, Jeggings--American Eagle, Necklace--Gifted, Shoes--Lower East Side from Payless

Am I the only one who finds it difficult to shop for their parents? I'm not? Okay, good. *sigh of relief* And a long time ago I remember learning that parents love anything their child makes...right? Hopefully that's true because my sister and I drove to Seattl to go to a store called Paint the Town in U Village.When we got there they were really, really busy. Some people had to join a wait list. It was a little insane.

And because I'm not terribly original or artistic, I saw one of the sample plates with a recreation of Van Gogh's Starry Night...and I fell in love. It was so pretty. I know. I know. I'm so not original. I can't think of my own designs but I thought it ended up pretty well. My sister had finished long before me and I didn't have time to go into detail with the village that was supposed to be painted in the bottom right. But, oh well. I hope my parents like it.

I love shopping at U Village [although I must say that whoever thought it would be a good idea to build an outdoor shopping center in Seattle should be shot]. And not only because I'm addicted to Menchie's. Okay, maybe it has a lot to do with my frozen yogurt addiction...

Before we left we also stopped by Barnes & Noble and I took pictures of the Christmas light. So pretty. <3

Sneakpeeq Giveaway + 20% Off Coupon!

Good afternoon, lovely ladies! Today I'm an announcing a fantastic giveaway through the online shopping site that hosts short sales not entirely dissimilar to HauteLook. But what makes sneakpeeq different? Everyday the site will present you with three products they think that  most suit you're shopping personality based on past sales and other items you've loved or looked at. Then each item on the site has a price, simply "peek" at the item and you'll get to see the sneakpeeq price versus the retail price. And to tell you from past experience, there can be a HUGE difference between the two.

Sneakpeeq has worked with brands such as Kate Spade, Margo Morrison, Mrs. Prindables, Roxy, O'Neill, Taara Jewelry, BB Dakota, and more. But what about the prizes? Sneakpeeq was kind enough to offer five (5) $25 dollar giftcards for five lucky grand-prize winners! But then doesn't stop there. Five (5) runner ups will receive $10 giftcards as well. 

As if that wasn't completely generous, sneakpeeq is offering 20% coupon to anyone who enters this giveaway! Entering is very simple. Just click on this link: http://bit.ly/uaAtX1 and join sneepeeq. Then simply leave a comment below stating that you joined. This giveaway will end on January 2nd. Good luck to anyone.

P.S. Grace from Smile Couture is also hosting a similar contest with sneakpeeq! Go enter and double your chances of winning!