Buxom by Bare Escentuals - Laura Does London Collection

Buxom Lipgloss is my all time FAVORITE lipgloss!!! They are not sticky or tacky, and make your lips feel fresh and tingly.  Buxom comes in a range of sheer, wearable colors...and the Buxom Girl Characters are so darn cute! I love the packaging, the concept etc... etc...

New to the Buxom Line is this super cute set called "Buxom Laura Does London".
It comes with the new Buxom Laura Big and Healthy Lip Polish (Fuschia Pop), and the new Buxom Big and Healthy Lip Stick in "London" (Baby Pink).

I have not yet tried this set, but I have heard that the color combo is very pretty, gives a nice sexy pop of color to your lips...great for summer!

This collection is a limited edition and exclusive to Sephora.  So run on down and get yours before it's gone.

BUXOM LAURA DOES LONDON

$26.00 ($36.00 Value)

Photo from http://www.sephora.com/

Wishlist - Balenciaga Handbags

Balenciaga, you are always on my mind, you are always on my mind. 
On the very top of my shallow and materialistic wish list is a soft, yummy, black, Balenciaga Giant Part-Time Handbag (yes, there is more to me than just Hello Kitty).  And in my wildest dreams I own it in every single color of the rainbow! Unfortunately, for now, I can only wish and dream. I am not ashamed to say that I do own a replica (hee hee). Hey I am a girl on a budget what can I do?

If you are lucky enough to own the real thing, I envy you! ha ha. For those of you who don't know about Balenciaga Hand Bags (gasp!!!), here's what I'm talking about. Simple, Timless, Modern, Beautiful Yumminess!!!...

Giant Part-Time, Black

$1,895.00

Soft vintage crafted lambskin • gold plated metal hardware • top zip closure • hand stitched handles 6.7'' drop • removable shoulder strap 9.8'' drop • front zip pocket • leather framed hand mirror • fine textile lining • interior zip pocket with Balenciaga embossed leather tag • 17.1" x 8.7'' x 7.1'' • lightweight 3.2 lbs • made in Italy.

City Hand Bag - Blue Royal

$1,445.00

Soft vintage crafted lambskin • aged brass hardware • top zip closure • hand stitched handles 4.3'' drop • removable shoulder strap 8.2'' drop • front zip pocket • leather strings on zips • leather framed hand mirror • fine textile lining • interior zip pocket with Balenciaga engraved plaque • 15'' x 9.4' x 5.5'' • lightweight 1.3 lbs • made in Italy.

Velo Handbag - Black

$1,445.00

Lambskin • aged brass hardware • top zip closure • hand stitched handles • Removable shoulder strap • front zip pocket • leather strings on zips • leather framed hand mirror • fine textile lining • interior zip pocket with Balenciaga engraved plaque • 13.4" x 6.7" x 11" •made in Italy

Giant Weekender - Raisin

$2,095.00

Soft vintage crafted lambskin • palladium plated metal hardware • top zip closure • hand stitched handles 5.9'' drop • front zip pocket • leather framed hand mirror • fine textile lining • interior zip pocket with Balenciaga embossed leather tag • protective metal feet • 20.5'' x 13.8'' x 9.1'' • lightweight 3 lbs • made in Italy.

Gor-JUSS!!! What's at the top of your wishlist?

Photos from http://www.balenciaga.com/

Loungefly for Hello Kitty

Happy Early Birthday to MEEe! I am so happy, today my husband decided to give me my birthday present early, after getting home from dinner at Bubba Burgers and Ice Cream at Lappert's (Pineapple Coconut + Sour Cream Blackberry Crumble..yum!), he came walking in the house with my son Eli holding this:

Loungefly for Hello Kitty Large Patent Bag - Black

I think I died and went to heaven! Yes, I am 32 years old going on 33, but I can't help but love Hello Kitty! I love love love this cute little feline icon. And I'm not ashamed!

Here's some of the other Hello Kitty bags/wallets in my collection, all by Loungefly for Hello Kitty (except for the multi case and wallet).

They were all surprise gifts from my Hubby. Yes he is a good hubby.

Hello Kitty Canvas Tote Bag - Big Bow

Hello Kitty Tote Bag - Paris

Hello Kitty Multi Case & Long Wallet - Square Face

Find these items and more at www.sanrio.com

Ciao!

Rarities Fine Jewelry - Rings and Things!

I'm back! Not that anyone noticed, ha ha! Anyway, this blogging thing is not as easy as I thought it would be, especially w/ a 2 year old. But it is fun, an outlet for me to obsess and talk about things that my husband does not care to hear about, lol! Anyway, it's my day off today and Eli is with his grandma so I thought I'd grab this rare opportunity to put in a new post.

 At the moment I'm watching HSN, and they are featuring Rarities Fine Jewelry. I was going to switch the channel until I saw this blue beauty:

It's called Turquoise and Philippine Wood Vermeil Ring.

HSN Price $169.90 - yikes!

This picture does not make the ring look as good as it did on TV. It's a beauty.

However I would not spend that much money on a ring. 

(Fashion Jewelry from Claire's and Forever 21 fit my budget).

 But for those of you who would, it's available on www.hsn.com

Here's some other cute pieces from the Rarities Jewelry line, you can also find these on the HSN website:

Mother of Pearl and Gemstone Vermeil "Owl" Ring

HSN Event Price $299.90

Turquoise Vermeil "Leaf" Dangle Earrings

HSN Event Price $169.90

(Love This!)

All images from www.hsn.com

Kids Stuff: Melissa and Doug Giveaway!

My little Eli loves Melissa and Doug toys.  And I love them just as much! He learned his Alphabet and Shapes with the help of M&D Puzzles.  


Now you have a chance to win some Melissa and Doug goodies for yourself and your little one!


Click on the following link for more info: 
Melissa and Doug Giveaway

Good Luck!


Photo:  http://blog.melissaanddoug.com

Spring! Liberty of London

Spring is in the air! What better way to kick of spring than with a pretty floral dress and matching makeup! Liberty of London has teamed up with Target and MAC cosmetics, bringing us some of the prettiest dresses and makeup collection for the season!

I adore the packaging of the MAC Give Me Liberty of London Collection, sooo cute! 

I'm really excited about this nail polish.  It's called Blue India and is a Dark Green Blue with Pearl.


Here are some of my fave dresses by Liberty of London for Target:


Smocked Top Tiered Ruffle Dress - Black Isis Print
$29.99

One Shoulder Ruffle Maxi Dress - Pink Garla Print
$34.99

Where to shop:

www.maccosmetics.com

www.target.com

Photo Credits: www.britishbeautyblogger.com / www.target.com

Oscars 2010 Best Actress: Congratulations Sandra Bullock!

As you all should know by now Sandra Bullock won Best Actress for her performance in the movie "Blind Side".  Yay!  She truly deserved to win ;)

Sandra looked amazing last night. A modern day Audrey Hepburn. Classic - Timeless - Beautiful.

From her gorgeous Marchesa gown, her long sleek perfectly parted hair, to her perfectly pretty Chanel Beaute make up look by Angela Levin. This is what an Oscar Winning Hollywood Star looks like!

SANDRA BULLOCK

OSCAR WINNER 2010 (Blind Side)

AUDREY HEPBURN

OSCAR WINNER 1954 (Roman Holiday)

Here's Audrey Hepburn looking stunning in her Givenchy dress at the 1954 Oscars.

Photo Credit:  Getty Images, Hollywoodgoldenguy.com

Handbags: B. Makowsky Glove Leather Braided Double Shoulder Shopper

Yesterday QVC Host and Fashionista Lisa Robertson celebrated her 15th Anniversary on the Q, Red Carpet Style in LA!  I love Lisa, and love her style. She's gorgeous, funny, smart, she basically has the "it" factor. And as Marc Bower said "QVC is lucky to have her". She's is the only host on the Q that could sell me a can of tuna on tv ;)  

Lisa's red carpet anniversary show showcased a plethora of items handpicked by Lisa... from Beauty ( including a new Bare Escentuals Buxom duo that I will talk about in another post!), Fashion, Jewelry, Handbags, even Cheese Cake designed by Isaac Mizrahi! 

One of my faves of the show was this B. Makowsky Glove Leather Braided Double Shoulder Shopper.  So yummy, buttery soft... so beautiful.  Sorry this isn't such a great photo.

I thought it sold out, but the Q's website still has it available, so if you want it, hurry on over to QVC.com and get yours now! It's available in the following colors:  Apricot, Black, Guava  (shown above), Mist Blue, Nutmeg and White.  Retail Value $248.  QVC Introductory Price $197.98.  While your there check out the rest of B. Makowsky's collection.

Ps.  Happy Anniversary Lisa! You Rock!

Photo credits: Matthew Peyton/Getty Images North America & QVC.COM

Polish of the Day: Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear - Going Green

I am in love with this gorgeous green shade from Sally Hansen's Xtreme Wear Line. This picture does not do it justice.  Going Green is a vibrant "starbucks" green with a tiny bit of shimmer ...soooo gorg!!!  This polish was a dream to apply, went on sooo smooth.  I have 2 coats on here, but I could've gotten away with 1 coat.  

SALLY HANSEN XTREME WEAR

GOING GREEN

Where to puchase: Kmart and Walmart stores

Celeb Mom & Tot Spotlight: Jessica Alba & Honor Marie

 It's play time in the park for Jessica and Honor!

 

 

I'm loving Jessica's chic and causal outfit. Wish I looked as put together as she does when playing with Eli in the park ;)


Photos by: Photo Agency
April 2009