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In LOVE with a REBEL…

As in MAC “REBEL” SATIN LIPSTICK

I walked up to the MAC counter for a couple specific things and began to have an internal debate on whether to purchase a dark lipstick or not (considering I really didn’t have one in the shade I was thinking of and it is Fall/Autumn – perfect lipstick time). Clearly, you can see which side won, but I tried to hold out and failed!

I partially blame the wonderful MAC girl, who suggested the shade, which I initially swatched on my hand like always and at that point I was like hmmm maybe. Then she practically bounced up and down saying “try it on!” I did and wow – I was sold!!

It’s perfect for Fall/Autumn and Winter and looks aaaaamazing in person. Seriously, if you’re looking for a lipstick on the darker side, do not pass on trying this one on!

Within the one hour of purchasing it, leaving MAC, a little more shopping and heading home, I got complimented and asked what lipstick I had on by 10 people!! Half of those were the Sephora beauty associates – clearly disappointed that they couldn’t get it there in their store!

Ughhh… I look so tired in this picture (because it was taken at like 2AM after a looooong day), but it gives you a look at the lipstick on.

As expected of MAC lipsticks, it is highly pigmented and of superior quality, and as with many highly pigmented lipsticks, this will stain your lips after hours of wearing it.

It is a “satin” lipstick, so it has a slight sheen and does NOT dry out your lips – great for all day wear!

lalalalala… who loves REBEL… I do


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Nails: Matte Charcoal & Red Tips

I found myself experimenting again… and this is what came of it. My nails feel very Autumn/Fall now – with the deep matte charcoal that reminds me of wool and the rich burgundy red tips!

What’s on my nails:

  1. Essie “all in one base” multi-treatment base coat
  2. China Glaze “Stone Cold” (from The Hunger Games Collection)
  3. Butter London “Matte Finish” shine free topcoat
  4. Ulta “Plum Street” nail lacquer
  5. Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Anti-Chip Top Coat (on tips only)


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Fall Favorites… Fashion & Style

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One of my favorite things about the weather cooling down is that I get to break out more of my accessories… my scarves, jackets, hats, gloves, boots and more! ♥
Here is what I’m loving…
Fall Favorties - Easy Layering Stripes & Lightweight Scarves

Striped shirt
modcloth.com

Long scarve
amazon.com

Old navy
oldnavy.gap.com

Allsaint
allsaints.com

Old navy
oldnavy.gap.com

Allsaint
allsaints.com

Floral scarve
bananarepublic.gap.com

Banana republic
bananarepublic.gap.com

Fall Favorites - Boots & Blazers

Allsaint
allsaints.com

Allsaint
allsaints.com

Forever new
$100 – forevernew.com.au

Allsaint
allsaints.com

AllSaints high heels
allsaints.com

Lace up boots
modcloth.com

Ponte blazer
pinterest.com
Fall Favorites - A little leather and a bit of plaid!

River Island black leather vest
$80 – riverisland.com

Cuffed boots
gojane.com