NEW Maybelline The Nudes Palette + Swatches

In stores July 2014 - Maybelline The Nudes Palette. 

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Heavy Swatches. 

One swipe swatches. 

All swatches are done with NO PRIMER.

Initially these shadows did not swatch this strong but after using them this was the result. 

Naturally some are more pigmented than others depending on the finish. There are some shimmers, mattes, metallics and glitter infused shades in this palette. I would only consider a few of them "super pigmented" but honestly I have always hated how that seems to be the way many people classify a good shadow vs. a bad shadow. It really depends on what you are using the colors for and what your taste is. 

So far my two favorite shades in the palette are the bronze on the top row (4th color in) - by far the most pigmented shadow in the palette (this color is right on par with Urban Decay and MAC quality/payoff) - and the black which is the last color in the second row. I am not really one for black eye shadow - I NEVER use it but I tried this one in a look and REALLY liked it. It's a very soft and wearable black that blends easily. I like that it is not overwhelming and that you can build it up vs. a super pigmented black that gets everywhere and takes forever to blend. This color does swatch the worst in my opinion but it's a great shadow - swatches aren't everything since that's generally not the way you will be wearing the colors. (Plus matte black shadows never really swatch that well)

The mattes seem to have very little to no fall out. 

Colors with the most fall out for me have been the gold (3rd in on the second row) and the first color on the first row which is kind of an iridescent white that shines pink with blue glitter specks (see third swatch photo) - but even then it wasn't extreme.

The questions everyone will want to ask me - 

Is this a dupe for the Naked Palette? 

No. The colors are actually quite different and there is a definite difference in texture etc. 

Would I recommend this Palette? 

Depends. I like it. I can see myself using this palette frequently. I can even see myself hitting pan on several of the colors. 

However, if you have a ton of neutral palettes this one isn't really anything different or exciting other than the fact that it is a reasonably priced drugstore palette. If you've always had your heart set on a Naked palette this is NOT going to satisfy that need for you. I know a lot of people will be comparing this to the Naked palettes but honestly I think it's kind of it's own thing. 

Things I would change?

I wish there were a few more light, matte, blending colors. This palette is really lacking that. Even some of the lighter browns look really dark on my skin tone (and I'm pretty tan right now) and all but one of the light colors have some type of glitter or shimmer. Also I'd like a sheer matte white as that is my highlight color of choice : ) the peachy color in the palette actually comes out like a cream though so I guess close enough. 

Ohh it'd also be great if they had a warmer blending/transition color in here too! Although none of the Naked palettes have that either : \ 

I will have a tutorial using this palette on my channel soon so be sure and subscribe there!

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Hope this was helpful! I actually was only planning on posting the swatches since I want to talk about this in a video but I figured that I would at least cover the bases here for those wondering. This is only my second day with the palette so when I do my video I will have had some more time to play around with it. These are just my initial impressions. Today is my first time wearing a look done with this palette. Be sure to follow my on Instagram to see some sneak peek looks before the video goes up!

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Thanks for stopping by!

Love,

Holly 

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Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette - Quick Swatches

OBSESSED with this palette. 

By far my favorite from Urban Decay. 

Most used shades:

Strange (1st - Top Row)

Liar (3rd - Second Row)

Love you!

Holly

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Changes to the Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120mm - WHYYY?!?! Comparison Photos (pic heavy)

Hey everyone! 

I meant to post this up last week since I haven't really seen anyone talk about it but I wanted to show you all the difference between the NEW Christian Louboutin Pigalle 120mm and the Pigalle 120mm we are all use to. 

I ordered these when I saw them go up on the site and wanted to give them a try due to the new color (Neptune). Went ahead and ordered my normal 36.5 (6.5) size as Pigalles use to run about a 1/2 size large and much to my surprise I could NOT get my foot inside these! Now I know patent stretches a lot especially Louboutin patent but this was ridiculous. 

Of course couldn't compare these to my broken in Pigalle 120mm because after you wear them the whole shape of the back and toe box changes so I grabbed a New In Box pair that I had in my closet and was blown away by the differences. 

I'll stop talking now and let you see for yourself but for reference these are the same style shoe, same size. Normally color does not make a difference in how these shoes run as I have them in a few different colors and materials. I believe they have re-designed them to fit more like the increasingly popular So Kate 120mm and have fitted them with more true to size measurements. On the site under fit suggestion for the Pigalle 120mm it use to say to 'size down as this style runs large', not it says 'fits true to size'.

Both pairs were purchased from the Christian Louboutin website just at different times. Personally from what I can see I like the old design a bit better but I will need to try them in my true size now to know for sure. I find the old style overall more appealing but hopefully the new design with have a better, more secure fit similar to the So Kate 120mm (which also says 'fits true to size' on the website but I take a 1/2 size down - so 36.5 - I am a true 7) unfortunately in adjusting they fit they have compromised the style and aesthetic in my opinion. 

(I did send back the Blue pair since they don't fit me.)

What do you guys think of this new change? Have you tried on/ordered/do you own one of these new pairs? Let me know your thoughts below! For some reason the new version doesn't look as sexy to me side by side. 

Thanks again for reading! Hope this is helpful for some of you :)

Talk to you soon!

Love, 

Holly 

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[VIDEO] July Hits + Misses - Mostly Drugstore - L'Oreal Magic Nude Liquid Powder Foundation/Maybelline Fit Me Shine Free Foundation Stick + More

It's finally here! 

I actually filmed this like a week ago but my computer has been giving me an attitude. I'm about to go drop it off at the Apple store today for repair. Hopefully it won't be there too long but I wanted to make sure I was able to post this up just in case :)

Products Mentioned: 

L'Oreal Magic Nude Liquid Powder Foundation 320: http://amzn.to/15gXqVe

Maybelline Fit Me Foundation 220: http://amzn.to/14q1CpC

Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick in Mauve Mania: http://amzn.to/14q1uXe

Maybelline 14 Hour Lipstick in Fuchsia Forever: http://amzn.to/14B8V0t

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Super Natural: http://amzn.to/1ew23Al

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss in Snow Pink: http://amzn.to/13nnb6S

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Pink Cognito: http://amzn.to/15SlRMn

MaryKay Nourishine Plus Lipgloss in Pink Parfait: http://amzn.to/14B8IdV

YSL Glossy Stain #16: http://amzn.to/13ROyWC

Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel in Brunette: http://amzn.to/115yBOI

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Caramel: http://amzn.to/13UiTcW

Urban Decay B6 Prep Spray: http://amzn.to/1cOFWa6

Sibu Beauty Hydrating Serum: http://amzn.to/19QQhTq

Sibu Beauty Repair and Protect Day Lotion: http://amzn.to/14agXGE

Also available at http://sibubeauty.com or Whole Foods : )

What I'm Wearing:

Wildfox Sweatshirt

Chanel Earrings

Nails: OPI Don't Burst My Bubble - http://amzn.to/12Fbe1e

(not a fan of this polish - very difficult to work with in my opinion)

Face: 

Koh Gen Do Pear White Color Base - http://www.kohgendocosmetics.com/

Maybelline Age Rewind Dark Spot Correcting Concealer in Light/Medium - http://amzn.to/17AL244

Powder: Makeup Forever Duo Mat #203 - http://amzn.to/18RvkZ4

Blush: Koh Gen Do Maifanshi Cheek Color in Nadeshiko - http://www.kohgendocosmetics.com/

Bronzer: NARS Laguna - http://amzn.to/11uvj7I

Eyes: Bobbi Brown Caviar and Oyster Palette (Purchased recently at a CCO) 

Brows: Anastasia Beverly Hills Tinted Brow Gel in Brunette: http://amzn.to/115yBOI

Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Caramel: http://amzn.to/13UiTcW

Lips: Shiseido Perfect Rouge in BE740 - http://amzn.to/13KbIC2

(I'll talk about this in August's Hits + Misses :)

Thanks so much for watching!!! Look out for new Beauty and Fashion Posts coming up soon here on my blog : )

Also PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE don't forget about my friend Dan's Kickstarter! There is a little over 2 weeks left and they are less than 1/2 way to their goal! It would mean so much to me if you could help support if you can - even if it's just $1. If you can't please at least share this video/Kickstarter and spread the word! 

Visit Dan's Kickstarter HERE

Thank you all so much : )

Love,

Holly 

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[Video] Empties! Products I've Used Up #5 & #6 Makeup + Nail Care

In case you haven't seen these on my YouTube channel here are my most recent videos :)

Empties (Products I've used up) #5 and #6

Mostly makeup and nail products. 

Two of the hardest things for me to finish up so I am pretty excited about that! 

ENJOY!!!

Products Mentioned:

Clear Shampoo: http://amzn.to/17hX7v4

Clear Conditioner: http://amzn.to/17hXeXh

OPI Nail Envy ORIGINAL: http://amzn.to/166wERV

Seche Vite Fast Dry Top Coat: http://amzn.to/15aWzeJ

Deborah Lippmann The Stripper: http://amzn.to/18RwzHM

Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Lotion: http://amzn.to/16jigrs

Maybelline The Falsies Flared: http://amzn.to/13ZhFuc

MAC MSF Natural in Medium Plus: http://amzn.to/1ayFOcY

What I'm Wearing:

Chanel Earrings

Forever 21 Top (M) - http://bit.ly/19x8rcO

Nails - OPI Don't Burst my Bubble - http://amzn.to/12Fbe1e

(I don't love this - kinda hard to use) 

Face: YSL Teint Resist #5 (no longer available)

Makeup Forever Duo Mat Powder #203 - http://amzn.to/18RvkZ4

Eyes: Bobbi Brown Caviar and Oyster Palette (Purchased recently at a CCO) 

Cheeks: MAC Her Blooming Cheek (LE) - http://amzn.to/19x46pP

Bronzer: NARS Laguna - http://amzn.to/11uvj7I

Lips: Sally Hansen Color Fast Balm in Nude n' Natural - http://amzn.to/11uvxvN

Brows: Anastasia Brow Gel in Brunette - http://amzn.to/115yBOI

Anastasia Brow Wiz in Caramel - http://amzn.to/13UiTcW

Products Mentioned:

Urban Decay Naked Skin BB: http://amzn.to/17i50Aq

NYC Bronzer in Sunny: http://amzn.to/14CHpsf

Maybelline The Falsies Mascara: http://amzn.to/1co3F0Q

Anastasia Brow Wiz in Caramel: http://amzn.to/13UiTcW

What I'm Wearing:

Top: Forever 21

Nails: OPI Don't Pretzel My Buttons - http://amzn.to/1cqUUTu

Face: Missha Perfect Cover BB Cream #23 - http://amzn.to/1cohD2O

Eyes: Flower Beauty Quad in Foxy Browns - http://amzn.to/18MQ6W7

Cheeks: MAC On a Mission (LE) - http://amzn.to/16DVFDW

Lips: Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick in Mauve Mania - http://amzn.to/166IRpX

Brows: Anastasia Brow Gel in Brunette - http://amzn.to/115yBOI

Anastasia Brow Wiz in Caramel - http://amzn.to/13UiTcW

Thanks so much for watching!!! I will have my Hits and Misses up as soon as I can! If you follow me on Instagram I had posted a picture of my computer in various states of fail lol. It is not working properly right now (it will randomly freeze and then not start back up correctly) - I do have an appointment at Apple to speak with someone at the Genius Bar so hopefully we can get it fixed :) I have Apple Care so we should be all good! 

Wish me luck! 

New fashion post as well as a quick makeup post coming soon! (maybe tonight or tomorrow.) 

Love, 

Holly

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[VIDEO] Beauty Haul, 20% OFF Friends + Family EVENT - Lipstick Queen First Impressions (swatch/demo)

Just wanted to let you all know about the Beauty.com Friends & Family Event that is going on NOW until May 17th! 

20% OFF (most items on the site)

PLUS if you are an Ebates user you'll get 6% CASH BACK on top of that! 

(also Ebates is celebrating their Birthday with 14%-28% cash back on a ton of stores! Nordstrom, Piperlime, Macy's - just to name a few. I have a blog post on it if you are interested. I also explain how Ebates works or you can just check out all the stores here)

Definitely a great time to scoop up some stuff you've had on your wish lists ; )

I recently made a purchase and posted a Haul Video so I'll leave that below for you to check out if you are interested. 

Products Shown: 

Japonesque Lip Palette - http://amzn.to/16d3wN6

(I should have gotten this one! http://amzn.to/140DZCu)

Large Z Palette in Black - http://amzn.to/17smDm7

Sparitual Nail Polish in Knowledge is Power - http://amzn.to/YUvjyT

AHAVA Velvet Cream Wash in Hibiscus and Fig - http://amzn.to/YUvp9A

Lipstick Queen SINNER Lipstick in Bare Nude - http://amzn.to/10WJs8T

Lipstick Queen Oxymoron Matte Gloss in Free Ride - http://amzn.to/10oIbLH

(going to buy this one too - http://amzn.to/10FTVGF

Deborah Lippmann Nail Polish Remover - http://amzn.to/11D2GaX

Thanks so much for watching! Hope you enjoyed : )

What I'm Wearing: 

Dress: http://bit.ly/12JU6kM 

(shown in my Fashion Haul http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5im33tZacZc)

Earrings: Swarovski from a couple years ago.

Ring: I will have a blog post on soon : )

Hair is just left naturally straight and pulled back with a small claw clip. #LazyGirlHairstyles 

Nail Polish: NARS - Sharks Right - http://amzn.to/YHJzuO

Posted a pic on my Instagram - http://instagram.com/p/ZFQ3_RCdyB/

(gahh I need to re-paint them! In this video I have had the polish on for 5 days already!)

Face: Maybelline Age Rewind Dark Spot Correcting Concealer in Light/Medium - http://amzn.to/18pxJad

Maybelline Age Rewind Concealer in Light for Under eye area - http://amzn.to/ZLdxN0

MUFE Duo Mat Powder in 203 - http://amzn.to/11mG5iX

Bronzer: NYC Sunny - http://amzn.to/12gDt2D

Blush: MAC Tenderling and apparently a lot of it O_O - http://amzn.to/16cZkgp

Lips: Revlon Killer Watt Lipgloss - http://amzn.to/180vER6

MAC Casual Lip + Cheek Color in Relaxation - http://amzn.to/12tosur

Eyes: No eyeshadow on top - just a dark brown shadow on the lower lash line, winged liner, mascara and 1/2 lashes. 

For more information about this video please see the video's info box on YouTube

[Video] Hits + Misses - Mostly Drugstore Makeup - Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous Foundation - Wet n' Wild Fergie - Sally Hansen and More!

Finalllllllyyyy my (late) March Hits and Misses video is up!

Mostly drugstore stuff this time around plus a little personal update on my wisdom teeth etc. : )

I will hopefully have my missed Hits + Misses up this month (as well as April's either last day of April or first week of May) also. That one is mostly high end makeup so if you are into that stay tuned! 

Until then I'll share my thoughts on the products listed below!

Watch my current Hits + Misses Video Here ^

Products talked about in this video - In order of appearance: 

Covergirl Outlast Stay Fabulous Foundation in 842 - http://amzn.to/YCgqjH

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Foundation in Light Medium - http://amzn.to/115bRMh

Wet n' Wild Fergie Shimmer Palettes in:

Rose Golden Goddess - http://amzn.to/ZoCBFB

Carnaval in Rio - http://amzn.to/ZhkPHi

Rose Champagne Glow - http://amzn.to/11a9DMA

Wet n' Wild Fergie Eye Palette in Desert Festival - http://amzn.to/175Zgu0

Wet n' Wild Fergie Mascara - http://amzn.to/YlfYSd

Wet n' Wild Fergie Matte Lipsticks in:

Ferguson Crest Cabernet - http://amzn.to/ZWbnfI (said to be a dupe for MAC Rebel) 

V.I.Pink - http://amzn.to/ZhlvwC

Fergie Daily - http://amzn.to/175ZJMy

Bebot Love - http://amzn.to/126JrUv

Sally Hansen ColorFast Tint/Balm in:

Nude n' Natural -

Get Mauvin - 

Made Me Blush - 

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide on Eye Pencil in Sabbath - http://amzn.to/YCiKXK

Anastasia Beverly Hills HyperColor Brow/Lash Tint in:

Electric Blue - http://www.anastasia.net/

In the Pink - http://www.anastasia.net/

What I'm Wearing:

Cat Shirt from Forever 21 - http://bit.ly/117AGIj (runs big I think - I'm wearing a Small)

Gem Fleur Earrings by Jewelmint - http://jmnt.me/nBKruO

Swarovski Bracelet was a gift from Steve for our 2nd Anniversary (no longer available from what I saw online)

Nails: Essie - hip-anema - http://amzn.to/14jthL5

(Pictured Here on my Instagram: http://instagram.com/p/X9Lb8rCd4X/#) 

Makeup: 

Urban Decay Naked Beauty Balm (Translucent BB Cream - I use this as my SPF especially now that I am no longer wearing foundations) - http://amzn.to/16UT0qE

Maybelline Age Rewind Dark Spot Correcting Concealer in Light/Med - http://amzn.to/ZtgHQM

Maybelline Age Rewind Dark Circle Eraser Concealer in Light - http://amzn.to/14ldtaC

MAC Blush in Cream Soda (LE) - http://amzn.to/ZTpWth

Alexa Persico Cosmetics Eye Palette in Tuscany Sunset - http://bit.ly/175Xucc

Lash Royalty Luxe 1 Lashes http://lashroyalty.com (Use Promo Code HOLLYANNAEREE for FREE Shipping on your order!)

^I do not make anything from use of the promo code - it's my friends company so she offered a promo code for my viewers : )

Thanks so much for watching! For more info about this video please see the videos description box via YouTube.

As most of you know I have been at Coachella all weekend! I am headed home tomorrow and I can't wait to share all the sights with you. 

Talk to you all very soon!

Love, Holly 

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[Beauty] Great Value: Fergie for Wet n Wild - Desert Festival Eyeshadow Palette (Review, Swatches + Eye Look)

Fergie for Wet n Wild Photo Op Eyeshadow in Desert Festival

CENTERSTAGE COLLECTION Available at Walgreens 

Retail $4.99

Now this is a post I wasn't planning on doing BUT after trying this out today I just HAD to! 

Truth be told I'm not typically a fan of Wet n' Wild eyeshadow palettes (their blushes and single shadows are awesome though!) so I was a little on the fence about trying this one but I really wanted to get a few things from the Fergie collaboration. 

I picked this up at Walgreens when I was in Vegas last month and am just getting around to trying it now >_< As far as I know this collection is available only at Walgreens stores (despite the brand being available at a variety of drugstores).

There are 4 eye palettes in this collection but despite the price I only picked up one. I decided to go with what I thought I would get the most use out of as a whole and I am happy to say I am very pleased with my choice.

Desert Festival-

To me this is the most neutral and wearable - I would say suitable for everyday. 

It contains:

 - a skintone taupe-y beige with a slight sheen 

(for me this is way too dark as a highlight shade but looks great as a blending or all over lid color)

- a matte burnt orange 

This was the color that made me want to buy this palette!

(great to add depth to the crease and to layer between other colors in the palette. although pigmented enough to be used boldly it can also be applied lightly in a subtle manner as well. a wonderful and inexpensive way to try a color like this. I promise anyone can make this shade work!)

- a matte dark brown

(this is the color I used to darken the outer section of my eye in the photos below)

- a shimmery dark peach 

(truth be told I don't love the shimmery shades in this palette as much at the matte but these are still a nice addition. would be great as an all over lid color for a fresh spring/summer look.) 

- a shimmery dark brown

(I used this for my lower lash line but this would also be suitable as a crease color or as an all over lid shade for a darker look. this color is extremely pigmented and was difficult to get off my finger after swatching.)

Of course you can create several different looks with these colors but for my first time trying it out I chose to go with a comfortable medium intensity look. (You could always go lighter or darker but since I was doing my makeup for regular life (vs. photos or video) I just went with the style I normally do.)

For me the shadows did last all day without creasing or fading - no primer used. 

(for reference I never use primer and very rarely have creasing or fading but these preformed just as well as any of my MAC eyeshadows)

What truly impressed me the most was how effortlessly I was able to blend even the matte shades. I thought I might have a problem with the orange or the brown since they are pretty pigmented but I was pleasantly surprised that they did not require much attention. 

(I'm not sure how the shimmery brown will blend since it is the darkest of all the colors - I only used it on my lower lash line since I prefer the matte shades for my crease.)

^ Using all shades except the shimmery peach. 

I especially love the matte shadows in this palette! Very smooth application and easy to blend.

This photo was taken AFTER wearing the shadow all day - No primer. 

(I never use eyeshadow primer.)

I would have taken a before photo to show you but I didn't know I was going to like these enough to want to do a post on (plus I was in a hurry).

Lashes are from Lash Royalty - Style Luxe 1 (Available HERE)

^ All swatches done on bare skin with no primer.

Overall I am impressed with this palette and would definitely recommend it.

 At about a dollar per shade you really can't go wrong. These are much better quality in my opinion than the normal Wet n' Wild palettes. (I find the ColorIcon palettes to be very soft and break quite easily. Although they are pigmented I don't feel like they look high quality on my lids - something about the way the shimmer applies - not as smooth?)

 I would say they are more comparable to a lot of my higher end shadows. 

Pros

-Affordable at $4.99

-Easy to Wear 

-Can be used for both day and night looks - Shades are versatile 

-Different than your typical nude palette (incorporation of peach/orange)

-Good Pigmentation

-Easily Blended

-I am fond of the colors included 

-Packaging seems more sturdy than the ColorIcon Palettes 

-Shadows are not as soft/breakable as the ColorIcon Palettes 

-Not chalky and not too powdery (a little with the beige shade but tolerable)

-Good quality -Particularly the burnt orange - that shade is very comparable in both performance and pigmentation to MAC eyeshadows. 

Cons

-No highlight shade for fair/medium skin tones so if you will need a secondary product. 

-Not easily accessible - Available only at Walgreens + Limited Edition?

-Packaging could be a little more secure (but at $4.99 I can't really complain)

This is one of the best eyeshadow palettes I've purchased from the drugstore in a LONG time so if you were contemplating trying it I would say go for it! 

I picked up a few other products from this line as well, none of which I will be doing a blog post review on but they will be featured in my April Hits & Misses video at the end of this month on my YouTube Channel so SUBSCRIBE if you haven't : )

I hope you all have enjoyed this post.
Thank you for reading and for your continued support. 

I will talk to you all very soon!

Love,
Holly

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