the air smells sweet

I know. I was kinda skeptical about the Hello Kitty perfume at first too. Well, let me tell ya...you shouldn't be!!! I'm pretty sure this is my new favorite scent that's out right now. I also think it's perfect for the Spring and Summer months. With notes like cassis sorbet, Italian mandarin, apple, magnolia blossom, freesia, orange flower, tonka bean, vanilla, and musk you get a little bit of floral, fruity, and smooth vanilla all in one. It's the best of all worlds if you ask me. Plus, the bottle is adorable! On another sweet note - I'm getting my hair did tomorrow. Hello ombre hair...I will get to meet you atlast.

black swan

Took another picture or two the other day with Chris! I really like the first one. How was everybody's weekend? Mine was uneventful. I am real happy with myself that I was able to execute a real nice square bob in class though! Tonight Chris and I are going to meet up with some friends to see Black Swan. The trailer looks amazing! Has anyone seen it yet? What did you think?



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turquoise

Today is my second day being unemployed. It's ok for right now! I went and had my hair done. I just got the norm, but it feels nice to have all the dead ends off and new color. Here's a picture before my appointment! I was excited to wear these turquoise shorts! They were actually jeans that had been sitting in my closet for a while, so I decided they needed to be turned into shorts since it was burning hot outside.

How is everybody's week going so far? Everyone staying out of the heat? I have so much packing to do since Chris and I are moving to the DC area this weekend!



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living proof

When it comes to hair products, especially hairspray, I'm the person to come to. I've only had two favorite hairsprays in the last five years and now I have found my third favorite. I give you Living Proof Hold Flexible Hairspray! It's never stiff, protects against humidity, fights the frizzies, and has a great hold. This super awesome Living Proof spray will now be replacing my beloved Pureology hairspray.

My favorite 3.

1. Living Proof Hold Flexible Hairspray


2. Pureology InCharge Plus Hairspray


3. Big Sexy Spray and Play Harder Hairspray





Since I'm on the subject, I'm getting my hair done tomorrow and I have no idea what I want to do! Danggg. I guess we will see!

Phyto Phytodensium Mask

I admit that I'm a hair product junkie. I will try try try until I find the perfect product usually no matter what the cost is. Hair is sacred. Treat it right and it will treat you right...most of the time. Well, I found this hair mask by Phyto and I decided to try it out. This mask made my hair so silky smooth and lush. Plus, it didn't weigh my long locks down. I would give this product 2 thumbs up!






On another note, I just recently discovered that my sacred mascara is going to be discontinued. I have been using this stuff for 7 years and now I'm just distraught that they are doing this to me. Does anyone know any super good mascaras? I was thinking about trying Dior's DiorShow Mascara or Bare Escentuals Buxom Lash Mascara.




Please don't let this be the end to my killer lashes!

acne paper #8/recap

I'm sad to see the weekend go. I had such a lovely weekend consisting of the following:

-Chris making me breakfast in bed [french toast & bacon mmm]
-I finally had the chance to get my dark lipsticks for the fall months. I picked "Media" [a dark berry] & "Diva" [a dark burgundy] from MAC.
-I got my hair done and changed my streaks to a dark dark brown with a little hint of violet. I like it and Chris loves it. My hair is so ready for fall.
-I found my polka dotted tights at Nordstrom!!! FINALLY.


I think that about raps it up my weekend goodness! Now, yesterday, I was browsing the magazines at B&N and actually came across a something good! It was the Acne Paper #8 Summer issue. Why I had not seen this there earlier is way beyond me. It was probably hidden on some top secret shelf where all the good magazines probably are or maybe the state of Virginia gets good magazines in super late. Who knows. I had seen almost the whole mag. online through forms, but seeing it in person is way better. I loved the Sarah Moon and Tim Walker editorials the most!!! I'm thinking about going back today and buying it to add to my ever growing magazine collection.

choo

I seriously can't wait for Jimmy Choo for H&M!!!



photo:knightcat

Anyone else excited?!


I hope everyone has a great weekend! I'm getting my hair done tomorrow so I'm super excited about that. I think I'm going to be changing the red streaks in my hair to a brown that is darker than my natural shade of brown. Or maybe I will do black. Who knows.

braids

I'm loving the braids that were at the Alexander Wang show! My hair just needs to grow 2-3 more inches now.

cotton candy

Oh, Ms. Frackowiak, I have a crush on your pouf. :sighhh:



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dahling

I stumbled across Gabe Leonard's artwork online and I fell in love! My favorite section in his portfolio would have to be the "Classic Hollywood" section. Seriously, you all should check out his work. It's amazing!

Oh, & P.S. I bought this hair powder over the weekend and I haven't had a chance to really use it yet! I was wondering if any of you have used it or heard anything about it?

babes in toyland

1. Erin Fetherston’s F/W 09 Dolls in Toyland was amazing! It was full of wonderful textures, whimsy, masks, silly hats, and colors. I love it!















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2. Ms. Bardot, you and your big hair are unbelievable. Please show me how you do it. I've had dreams about having a pouf like yours. ...sigh...

The Snow Queen

This enchanting editorial came from Vogue UK. I instantly fell in love with this one[see the rest here]. It's so so magical looking! I just want to jump in and turn my hair into a big pouf and wear all of these amazing ensembles while laying down on that bed full of swans and pillows. Tim Walker, you amaze me every time.