If I told you how long I’ve been working on this post (and no, not in my head), you probably wouldn’t believe me. It’s partly because this week, just like the week before and the week that will surely follow after, has been crazy. I’m so numb to the world right now that I’ve been saying … Continue reading »
Category Archives: My Favorite Things
Here’s Why I Started Painting My Nails Again: Illamasqua’s Spring Nail Varnishes
When I first came to college, I thought I’d be saying goodbye to manicures for awhile. I didn’t want to bother my suitemates with the scent (my dad absolutely hated it, so I used to do my nails standing outside on the front porch trying to look inconspicuous). This was before I realized that freshman dorms usually … Continue reading »
Guerlain 2, Place Vendôme | 1 Palette, 5 Looks
By now, I think I’ve stretched this Guerlain review as long as I possibly can (without getting cyber-pelted with rotten vegetables, that is). Today, I bring you the final installment, featuring 5 EOTDs. But first: I was looking at this row of swatches the other day, and you know what I realized? Remember me? Do … Continue reading »
Guerlain 2, Place Vendôme | Review Part II & Swatches
See Part I of my review here. Enough with the suspense, I’m actually going to talk about the eyeshadows inside the Guerlain 2, Place Vendôme palette ($85) today (although now would probably be a good time to mention there is still at least one installment after today’s review). Each of the Écrin 6 Couleurs palettes comes with … Continue reading »
Guerlain 2, Place Vendôme | Packaging Review & The Story of Our First Meeting
While putting this post together, I realized that it was reaching unreadable, epic-length proportions. Instead of covering the product, swatches, and looks in one post, I’m splitting this review into several parts. So let’s start with how I first met my new favorite eyeshadow palette. Oh yes. IT’S STORYTIME. A month ago, I promised myself … Continue reading »