Beauty Inspiration | July 4th Nail Art

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Spring Beauty Inspiration | Navy Eyeliner

Spring is just around the corner, and lasts weekend's warm weather had me dreaming of tanks and sandals. One spring trend that I can get away with wearing before spring officially begins: navy eyeliner. Models on the runway at Altuzarra's Spring 2013 show rocked the look, which is a fun (but subtle) twist on the usual black and brown liner.

[photos courtesy of Style.com]

Beauty Inspiration | Rhinestone Lips

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, these rhinestone lips from the Christian Dior Spring 2013 Couture show provide some interesting inspiration. Would you dare?

[photos courtesy of Style.com]

Traveling Fragrance

I am always hesitant to pack perfume bottles when traveling for fear that they will break in my purse or luggage. The spray atomizer that I received for Christmas is the perfect solution to my traveling needs.

The atomizer is small enough to fit in any clutch.

 

To fill the atomizer, simply remove the button on the pump of your perfume bottle...

...and pump the perfume into the opening on the bottom on the atomizer.

Birchbox

A few weeks back, one of my coworkers arrived at the office sporting vibrant blue nail polish. To one of many compliments I heard her reply "Thanks, it came in my Birchbox".

Huh?

Another kind coworker clued me in, and I discovered that I've been missing out on one of the best things to arrive on my doorstep since Netflix.  Birchbox is a beauty subscription service that delivers samples of high-end beauty products to your doorstep for just $10 a month.  Just fill out a survey, and you'll receive products from brands like Nars, Kerastase, and Stila that match your complexion and beauty preferences.  Birchbox has all of the high-end samples you could want without the high-price commitment.

Did I mention there are also video tutorials that show you how to use the latest products?

Beauty Inspiration | Bright Eyes

Christian Dior creative director Raf Simons sent models with bright, bedazzled eyes down the runway at Paris Fashion Week.  What do you think of this over-the-top look?  Would you dare?

 

[photos courtesy of Style.com]

Lacquer Lust

If you've been thinking about trying a new beauty trend, 

now is the perfect time!

In case you missed this article in the New York Times last week,

a manicure is one of this season's hottest accessories.

Nail polish an accessory?  You got it!

  

Today's hottest manicures include bright colors 

and funky prints, including snakeskin and chevron.

In this economy, a manicure is one of the easiest and 

most cost effective ways to update an otherwise simple outfit.

Lipstick, which has long been known as the recession-proof beauty staple 

whose sales are inversely related to the state of the economy, 

has been surpassed by nail lacquer as the fastest growing beauty item.

The best part: you can try out a new style and 

just take the polish off if you hate it.  

I'm always hesitant to try new beauty trends and tend to stick to 

neutral makeup, but I'm willing to take risks when it comes to my nails.

Looking for nail art inspiration?  Pinterest, baby!

Red Lips

Happy Valentine's Day!

Today is the perfect day to rock red lips a la the spring runway models.

Christian Dior

Christian Dior

Jason Wu

Jenny Packham

[photos courtesy of Style.com]

DIY New Year's Eve Glitter

Unless you have one of these gems hanging in your closet...

 ...chances are you're looking for something glittery and fabulous to wear this New Year's Eve.  If you're looking for a budget-friendly way to rock some serious sparkle this New Year's Eve check out the DIY inspiration below:


Glittery Eye Makeup

jewel encrusted smoky eye a la Emmy Rossum
photo courtesy of Glamour

dramatic lashes and eyeliner with glitter
photo courtesy of Pinterest

golden glitter smoky eye
photo courtesy of Pinterest

Glitter Nail Polish

photo courtesy of Pinterest

photo courtesy of Pinterest

photo courtesy of Nailasaurus

photo courtesy of Nailasaurus

Glittery Belts and Headbands

leather belt + metallic spray paint
photo courtesy of J.Crew

sew or glue rhinestones to grosgrain ribbon
photo courtesy of Pinterest

 

rock a glittery headband like Nicole Richie
photo courtesy of Glamour

Shoes:

mix glitter with glue and paint heels
photo courtesy of Pinterest

mix glitter and glue and paint wedges
photo courtesy of Pinterest

a pair of kicks, metallic spray paint, and studs
photo courtesy of Pinterest

Here's hoping you have as much fun as this chick!

photo courtesy of The Fashion Magpie