Vogue...Colors...Love

So today at work I borrowed a managers Vogue August Issue...and I didn't want to go back to work! Fabulous Pics, Fashion and Spreads! New looks and trends for fall of course! I got so excited that I drove straight to Barnes and Nobles after work for my own copy. Then I stopped at Ulta and found some great deals on Ulta brand cosmetics! Everything I picked out was only $2. 

My Fab Purchases of the day! (Can you believe I only paid $20 for all this)

Sneak Peak inside the Issue!

Sarah Jessica Parker is on the Cover wearing a winter white Burberry Prorsum  Coat!

Inside she speaks on juggling acting, producing, charity work, 3 kids...and of course FASHION!

"Date Night" Parker with husband Matthew Broderick

Sisters and actresses Dakota and Elle Fanning

Fall trend: Mixing textures! Check out the Miu Miu shoes on the left, Shoe-gasm!

......New Polishes....

Left-Right: Basecoat, Sun-Sational, Peach Parfait, Jaded, Piñata-yada-yada

 Baked Eyeshadows
Left-Right: Natural Beauty, Deep Blue Something, Covet

My Ulta Haul!...Also picked up a Gel eyeliner in "Primetime Black"

Hope These fun colors have inspired you to enjoy the rest of the summer and maybe try some summer colors that you haven't dared to wear yet, before fall creeps up! And when were done with them, we will be ready for fall thanks to Vogue! 

Like what you see? Do you have a great summer trend you'd like to share? Did you find any great deals on must-have items? Share your comments, thoughts and ideas with me down below......

Love Always, Belkis <3

SALE!SALE!SALE!

I am the biggest bargain shopper you will ever meet! It's not that I'm cheap, cause if I "have to have it" I will pay what ever for it, but I HATE to pay full price for stuff. Well, i wouldn't say hate, but I love a good deal a lot more! And Yes, some staples in your wardrobe are worth investing in because you can have them for years to come. Working in retail, I try to stay away from the stores on my brake, but once in a while I will venture out. Sometimes I make it back to work empty handed but sometimes I don't. Like today, and usually I find a deal I couldn't pass by. Don't you hate when you see a sale and everything you want isn't available in your size? Urrrrrggggg! Well, today wasnt one of those days...check out the deals I found in J.Crew!

Thread Wrapped Leather Bracelet: $3.49 (Reg $19.99)

Bug-Star-Stud Pins: $3.49 (Reg$20)

Stretch "Blush Pink" Skinny Pant: $6.99 (Reg $85)

Soooo, I gots new pants, pins and a bracelet for less than $16! Everything was on its second mark down and then an additional 30% off. Now when do you go to J.Crew and walk out with multiple items for less then $20?? TODAY! If your a J.crew fan, like me, check out there sale before its over!

Your Bargain Shopper, Belkis <3

My Life In Picture Form

Loosing this game is not an option, WE'RE FOCUSED!

Sage only a few months old! (I miss her being this little)

Taxi ride in NY (Fashion Show Night)

"Owl Love" my fav 2 finger ring

On our way to Petsmart!

Night out with Awesome People!

Two very Important People In My Life

Serious Conversations! (I'm listening Babe, lol)

Fashion coming to Life (What I call my "Sweat Shop" lol)

Summer Time Fun - 4th of July, 2011


Just a few COOL moments captured in photo form. Thought I'd share some of the things and people who are truly important in my life! Live everyday as if it were your last and tell the people in your life how much you love them NOW, because tomorrow is not promised. SMILE as much as possible, and DON'T worry about the things that don't deserve your energy. GOD is GOOD, and I thank him everyday!


PEACE & LOVE,  Belkis

Music For Your Soul: AAries

Last thursday, some friends and I had the pleasure to hear these sisters rock the stage with some of our favorite tunes at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia. Ayana and Ayinke together make AAries and one hell of a duo. You know that soul "make you feel good" music? That's what you can expect from these talented and beautiful ladies. AAries released a digital album in March, and is available to download for free at http://itsAAries.bandcamp.com. So take a listen and support true art and real music!

 Want More.....Find Aaries at 

http://www.youtube.cpom/itsAAries

http://www.twitter.com/itsAAries

http://www.soundcloud.com/itsAAries 

AAries

Group pic with Ayana 

Outfit of the Night: Lily White Top, Forever21 Jeans, Vince Camuto shoes, H&M London Feathered Earrings...........

Love Art & Music, Belkis <3

Jeremy Scott : Make-up Tutorial!

So theres a few make-up gurus that I follow on youtube, and I just so happened to run into Nikkie, new to me but seems to be very popular by other followers..(She's good and only 17).. This is a look straight off the runway, so yes....it's out of this world and not an everyday look, but still awesome for the runway!

Watch the video to learn how to recreate the look used on the models for the Jeremy Scott Fall 2011 Fashion Show!

Models from the show with this look!

Official face chart by M.A.C...... used to create this look!

Fashion shouldn't be so serious...Be bold and dare to be different! If you like Nikkie and want to see more make-up tutorials visit her website or youtube channel and subscribe!

http://www.nikkietutorials.com/web/ or http://www.youtube.com/user/NikkieTutorials

And if your not following me yet, Don't leave this page without subscribing!

Love, Belkis

Premier Designs!

A few weeks ago I had the privilege to attend a Premier Designs Jewelry Party hosted by an old friend of mine, Ashley Marie. I got to bring some girlfriends along and we had a great time figuring out what our true style is, catching up and of course shopping for new pieces! It was fun...and the best part was, of course, narrowing down our choices. She had so many styles for us to see in person, play with and try on. I wanted to share with you guys the two awesome pieces my cousin and I purchased. They are great! Very versatile, great quality, and best of all...it fits our individual personality!

My choice: "Main Event" necklace
(pearls, chains & beads)

My cousins choice: Beautiful Long Beaded necklace
(wear it simple, double it up, or even layer with other pieces)

To Buy your own Premier Designs, book your own Jewelry party, or even become a jeweler yourself...Check out Ashley Marie on her Facebook..http://www.facebook.com/PinMeUpAshley or email her at AshleyM.Neal@gmail.com

And to show your fashion bloggers some love, visit her blog... http://pinmeupashley.blogspot.com/

Don't forget to subscribe!

Your Premier Designs customer, Belkis <3

For The Love Of Jeffrey!

"Kelley" Oxford

"Harlow" Blue Suede Wedge

"Darian" Yellow leather Woven Wedge

"Zip 2" Red Suede Wedge Bootie

So, if your wondering what these shoes all have in common?/? They are all on my wish list, and yes, it's written down in case we sell out and I have to get them else where. lol. Ugh, if only money grew on trees, oh how I'd be picking    : ) but since it doesn't my goal is to save and save some more until eventually these four shoes make it to my shoe collection....I can't get enough of Jeffrey Campbell. Just recently he has become one of my favorite shoe designers. Talk about making a statement! I know some of these might seem a lil' scary, but for me, it was love at first sight <3 Well, for now I will dream up outfits with which I will style these shoes with until the day I can take them home with me......for more AWESOME Jeffrey Campbell shoes...visit....www.solestruck.com.

For the love of Shoes, Belkis <3

P.s. Tell me what you think of them or if you have your own wish list, share it with me!

Pitbull - Give Me Everything ft. Ne-Yo, Afrojack, Nayer

My Favorite song for the moment.....On Repeat!
Grab somebody sexy and Enjoy ;)

Oh So LUSHessss!

My New Favorite store....LUSH! It's a company that sells Fresh handmade cosmetics....soaps, scrubs, lotions, hair products, lip products, bath bombs, face masks etc. Items to treat yourself, relax, and pamper your skin. EVERYTHING LOOKS SO DAMN COOL! All different textures, colors and smells. You can see the ingredients in the products, they shape them into cool shapes and the colors are amazing. It's one of those stores that you just wanna touch EVERYTHING! The next best thing would be if half of the products were edible, lol, being that they look so yummy. I went twice in one week and this is what I picked up........

My First Purchace

Top to Bottom: "Sex in the Shower" Emotibomb
"Godiva" Shampoo Bar

The Emotibomb is like a bathbomb but for showers...this one is made of ginger, rose and jasmine.
The shampoo bar is made of jasmine and nut oils (suppose to give you 60-80 uses)

And they give you the "Lush Times" to read all about their products. I found something else I wanted to try so that brought me in a second time...lol

Top to Bottom: "Brazened Honey" face mask
"Ocean Salt" exfoliating scrub
and a sample of there "jungle" solid hair conditioner

Face Mask made of Almonds, lime, ginger and honey.
Scrub is made of sea salt, vodka infused limes, and avocado butter

Lush invents ALL their own products and are made of fresh organic fruits and vegetables from all around the world....and they hand make everything, no machines or robots! They only use ingredients and work with companies that DON'T TEST ON ANIMALS! They also try to be as eco-friendly as possible in every way. most of there products in the store are un-packaged and displayed naked and they try to use recycled paper and packaging when needed. Oh, and they try to reinvent liquid products into solids to avoid having to create bottles and packages and create less waist for the earth. For example, shampoo and conditioner bars not bottles....I'm Obsessed!

Check out one of their stores or online to see what I'm talking about....and tell me what you think!

(pssss...New store in the Cherry Hill Mall!)

www.lushusa.com

Enjoy!

LOVE< BELKIS

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