Wednesday, June 08, 2011

Polish Perfection: White On! Wednesday!

So I started this morning off with my cat running outside and me chasing  looking for him around the neighborhood... So I am definitely in an "iffy" mood.

On a positive note, my nails look awesome! I went to the store last night and got some new polishes because I love to do nail art.. I tend to stick to similar designs because I am still learning more techniques, but it is so much fun regardless.

Using my Sally Hansen- XTreme Hard as Nails in White On, Sinful Colors Nail Art polishes in Sunny Day and Me First and also Matte Elite Nail Art polish in Silver[purchased at Ricky's Beauty Supply]. I finished my nails with Revlon Super Speed Dry Clear Top Coat.





To Get This Look:

1.) Apply one coat of Sally Hansen XTreme Hard As Nails in White On
2.) Once dried, apply an additional ::light:: coat of White On
3.) Once White On is completely dry, begin with your colors. I chose to start with Sunny Day ::Pink Shade of Sinful Colors Nail Art Polish:: Begin from the cuticle or outter edge of the nail and sweep the brush in one stroke in a swirled motion. This will allow the tip of the line to be thin and curled.
4.) Repeat this sweeping method with Me First by Sinful Colors and then Silver by Matte Elite.
5.) Apply a second stroke of Me First::Yellow:: to deepen your color.
It goes on VERY light
6.) Once polish design is dry, finish with Revlon's Super Speed Dry top coat.

Tip::  test whether your nails are dry by running water over one fingernail-- if the water beads off, you are essentially dry. If it bubbles, but does not bead off- let them dry further)
_____________________________

I highly recommend a manicure corrector pen [Sally Hansen or any other brand that can be found a CVS/Walgreens/Sally's Beauty Supply/Ricky's, etc.]

I didn't have any left but am picking one up after work today...

If you dont want to spend the $6-7 on one, use a cotton swab soaked with polish remover, or the corner of a paper towel[also soaked with polish remover].


Happy Nail Polishing!

Eyelash Kisses<33


TmD

Monday, June 06, 2011

Movie.Awards.&.Mark.Monday

I know I am not the only Twi-Hard in the world that only recorded the MTV Movie Awards on my DVR to re-watch a certain preview....over & over & over!!

Need I say more!?!?!?
Absolutely not, but I'm going to anyway:)

I personally think that Taylor Lautner deserved "Best Kiss"... But what are you going to do.
Here are a few screen shots of why I cannot wait for November 18, 2011!




AHHHHHHHH ::Screams like a 12 year old!::

________________________________________________________________________
Now... Jumping over to the red carpet--

I loved Reese Witherspoons dress! Absolutely adorable in the blue and brown combo!


I also think that the well-dressed ( with perfectly highlighted tresses) Emma Watson deserved "Best Actress" over the winner in that catefory [despite my Twilight Saga obsession].. Where are all of the Harry Potter fans at!?


__________________________________________________________________


Get Aubrey's Look! from the MTV Movie Awards, Created by mark. Celebrity Make-up Artist Mai Quynh!!


 

Aubrey Plaza of Scott Pilgrem vs. The World 


I am all about the eye makeup done on celebrities. So the thing that caught my eye was obviously the technique and color usage used by Mai Quynh to create Aubreys look---

“I prepped Aubrey’s eyes by applying mark Please Hold Eye Primer in Light/Medium. I then used the mark All Over Eye Shadow Brush to apply mark I-mark Custom Pick Eye Shadow in Biscotti blended with Tiki all across her eyelid. Using the mark Angled Contour Eyeshadow Brush, I smudged Espresso into the crease of her eyelid and Tiki along her bottom lash line. To finish her eyes, I applied two coats of mark Lash Splash Hook Up Waterproof Mascara in Black.”


___________________________________________

I was feeling the need to play with my new mark. Keep it Going Longwear Eyeliner[Shadow Combo for $10] this morning and I played it up with my Gold and Green hues from my mark. On The Dot Eye Shadow Palette[$15]!
Check it out...

First I prepped my skin with my mark. Get a Tint Tinted Moisturizer in Ivory/Nude[$10].
I then dabbed mark. Get Bright Hook-Up Highlighter in Light [$6] around my nose and under my eyes to even out my skin tone.
I then applied my mark. Glowdacious Illuminating Powder[$12] to my check bones, the bridge of my nose and lightly over my forehead. This is the PERFECT summer bronzer as it has a nice shimmer and won't make you orange


Now.....Addressing my favorite feature~~~ my eyes


I lined my lower lid from the inner most point to the outter-most, along my lash line [as seen above]

Tip:: Wet your liner brush before dipping into your cream liner. It will allow for a smoother line!

Once your liner is applied, take your shadow brush and apply the gold shade from the On The Dot Palette to the entire lid ( stay away from the brow bone!)
Smudge in a bit of the green at the crease, while blending a bit into the liner at your lash line for a seamless look.

Tip:: Use a bit of the teal with your green shadow.. It will add to the depth of color and give a nicer contrast to the gold.

Once you have applied your gold and green shades, apply i-Mark in Whisper to the brow bone. You dont want to over-do the shimmer/hi-pigment look by having the white shade from your On The Dot Palette all the way up to your eyebrow.. Especially when you're going to the office....

I also like the look of a full lash, so I apply two coats of mark. Scandalash Hook-Up mascara in Blacklash[$6]..
 
To top off my earthy, yet spunky, shadow- I decided to wear my favorite summer top with my mark. Weave It to Me Belt- my new mark. summer tote and my Ibiza Sol Fragrance Spray!

 
Be sure to check out the LAST CHANCE section as some of the BEST mark. products wont be around much longer!!!
 
 
Get my look our Aubreys by shopping for these products at my mark. eBoutique.
 
You can sign up and shop, by going here*
Happy shopping!

Eyelash Kisses<33

 
TmD

Wednesday, June 01, 2011

Memorial[Day] Weekend Madness

Memorial [Day] weekend!

Hellooooo **::Summer::** Kick-Off!!!

I started it off by going to the Huntington fair with my friends! Reminded me of " Old Fashioned Days" in my hometown, only it was much smaller... We went on this ride " Gravitron" and I was so sure I was going to be sick after spinning round and round and round.. I closed my eyes 3/4 of the time, but still felt dizzy when I finally stood up. It was....need.I.Say... interesting.
____________________________________________________

 
Friday, we had a short work day and I actually went straight from work to KMart to pick up this book Crescendo which is the Second in a series of 3 books by Becca Fitzpatrick. The first book Hush Hush was too cute! Similar to the Twilight saga about forbidden love and other-worldly beings...This is about a fallen angel and a girl with a mysterious past -and unbeknownst to her- a mythical bloodline. My typical "soap opera" fairytale...

 I can't get enough!
_______________________________________________________________
Anywho...
Saturday, I went to the airshow for the first time at Jones Beach.. I got a SERIOUS sunburn but had a lot of fun! The para-shoot jumper guys jumped into the ocean and swam up shore. We got to meet and take photos with them which was so awesome! Great guys, saving lives;)



It was definitely an awesome experience and I am absolutely going again next year! If you are near Jones Beach--my recommendation is to check it out!
              __________________________________________________




Sunday I decided I would make a cake and do my nails so that my sunburn and I could recover. haha! Yeah Riiight*
I decided to make a marble cake with cream cheese (Miss Betty Crocker) frosting!

Marble[Layer] Cake Recipe

2 sticks butter (8 ounces)       2 cups sugar

1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla              4 eggs

2 ½ cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour       6 tablespoons cornstarch

1 tablespoon baking powder                ½ teaspoon salt            1 cup milk

3 ounces semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped 
(I USED HOT CHOCOLATE MIX lol)

Follow these directions to a "T"

1. Using an electric mixer beat butter and sugar at high speed until lighter in color and fluffy.


2. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition

3. Sift the flour, cornstarch, baking powder and salt on to a piece of parchment.


4. Mix the milk and vanilla together.

5. Add the dry ingredients and wet ingredients alternately to the batter, ending with the dry ingredients.


6. Divide the batter evenly into two bowls and mix the melted, choped chocolate into one.
7. Spoon vanilla then chocolate batter into the prepared pan, alternating the colors all around the pan.  ( Or if you opt to use cocoa like I did - sift some over the top of the cake batter evenly)

 
8.Use a knife to gently swirl the two colors of batter together to get the marbelized effect. Don't over do it!

 
9. Bake for 35-40 minutes.  I checked on mine every ten minutes to see how it set.

10.cool the cake in the pan for about 15 minutes then turn out of the pan on to a wire rack to cool completely.

        ___________________________________________________________________________________


:: TIP:: I found it helpful to flip the pan and tap at it with my spatula. This helped to loosen the bottom of the cake from the pan for easier separation. ::


Once the cake is cool to the touch, frost and slice!


Take the easy route and pick up a box of Betty Crocker Marble- Cake Mix! Saves a lot of time!


 


Now-- I've seen all these advertisements for the new Crackle/Shatter nailpolish by OPI and China Glaze so I had to test it out... Needless to say, I love it!
 
Using my SUPER SHINE Top Coat by Sally Hansen, Black Shatter Nail Polish by China Glaze and my Top Speed [Quick-Dry]Polish by Revlon in Lilac~ I couldn't stop staring at my nails.  The girl at the PetStore even complimented them..
 
 
Still have to get used to the technique of applying the shatter polish, but I think it came out pretty nicely for my first time:)
Yay me!

               _________________________________________________
               
To match my nails- I used my i.Mark Shadow selections in Glitterati, Fairy Dust and Plum Velvet[my favorite shade!)
 


Using mark. Get in Line Hookup Liquid Waterproof Eyeliner, I lined from the inner to outtermost point of my eye lid coming to a small point at the end. This allows for a more almond- look to the eye and also blends nicely with my lashes.
 
and with the weather being so ridiculously warm lately, I decided to wear my mark. It's a Long Story dress..
 
My friend, also a mark. rep, said that this dress looks good on anyone and I was skeptical.. Then I bought it and realized she was COMPLETELY right!
 
You can find all of these mark. Products at my eBoutique...

Hurry Now while the summer pickins are still hot!!
 
 
 
Happy Shopping<3
TmD
 

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Wednesday Witts*

Dont think that I forgot about you... It has been SUPER crazy with my final Graduate class Business Presentation to the "Board of Directors ", Graduation and my family being up in New York from Ohio...

[[  Quick reminder to all of you! Ibiza Sol is the Fragrance of the Season! It has a light, ocean and fruit type smell and I cannot get enough! Get your Ibiza Sol [ Full Collection] for only $40 at my eBoutique! This is a $56 value and you cannot go wrong!! ]]

Anywho....Back to the busy schedule that was my life the last two weeks!
CLASS IS OVER! Day of our Final Presentation for CapSIM

Jihane, Myself, Nicole and Luis- My Teammates and Friends
My teammate and friend Nicole and I
Congratulations to all of the 2011 Graduates!
We did It!


Plus.... New Puppy<333

Lily Love
_____________________________________________________

My Makeup Spread for Graduation~! Can't Live with out my Mark. SuperFlip Palette!


Get this look by:
~ Applying Glitteratti below the brow bone, Corset to the eyelid crease and dusting Minx from the inner eye and blending through Corset.
~Apply On the Edge Liquid Eyeliner from the inner eye and sweep to the outter edge of the lid. This takes a steady hand- have some Q-Tips on hand to correct any ::Whoopsies::
~Apply two coats of  Make It Big Mascara.
~Finish the look by applying Mark. Glowdacious Bronzer to the apples of your cheeks and dabbing your pucker with Ibiza Sol Marbelized Lip Gloss in Chica Coral~!



Last But NOT LEAST!

Check out the new Mark. MagaLog availble at my e*Boutique > Here



I added this to my mark. Shopping cart because it is an AWESOME deal!

Get to Shopping<3
TmD

Tuesday, May 03, 2011

It's Coming.... The Mother's Day Mad Rush!

So I am sitting at work taking a few minutes to post about a new mark. product that I think everyone should indulge in!

With Mother's Day coming up on May 8th
[for those of you who are calendar impaired]
and in my case, my Mama's birthday-
these are some fantastic, yummy, ideas!
(not to mention, I am writing with a turquoise gel pen!-MY FAV!)
Anywho...
____________________________________________

To share my love of Turquoise/Teal shades and to really introduce the new "Ibiza Sol" Collection by mark. I am going to post some picture clippings to show you my favorite look to go with my new favorite fragrance!

Ibiza Sol Marbelized Eye Shadow Stick in Aqua Deep on lid($10), i-Mark  in Whisper along brow line, mark Get in Line Liquid Eyeliner in Deep Aqua, mark. Lash Splash Mascara in Black and
 Ibiza Sol Marbelized Lip Gloss in Chica Coral

___________________________________________________________

Here is a quick peek at all of the NEW*Ibiza Sol Products- They include FULL Size Shadow Sticks, the brightest mini polishes, and not to mention creamy[non sticky] marbelized lip gloss!
The shadow stick is creamy but does NOT crease! I can wear it all day and have the longest lasting color..

The first day I wore my new Ibiza Marbelized Shadow in Aqua Deep- I actually had a co-worker tell me
 "Your face looks really nice today..."
I wasn't sure whether to take that as a compliment or be insulted. LOL!
Lets just say, I do not always fancy myself up for work- quick mascara, quick powder and an even quicker sweep of bronzer.
A pinchin' of the cheeks right as Im walking into the building does the trick for me on any given day. haha!
_______________________________________________________


Buy them individually or purchase the whole kit!
 ( Includes an awesome mark. Bronzer!)
_____________________________________________________
Please do NOT miss out on this Fragrance!
It's likely to be a limited addition and I am telling you---
YOU NEED IT!

Spring and Summer have never smelled so good!
Believe me......
Get your Ibiza Sol Collection Here*
<3 Happy Shopping
TmD

Thursday, April 21, 2011

The Bests of Thursday!

Now.. If you have not already purchased your blu-ray copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows part 1- you better get your booty over to Amazon.com and buy that bad boy!

You can also go to Walmart and get the special 2 disc copy which includes a blu-ray, dvd, special features AND a digital copy to download to iTunes and drag/drop on your iPod! All for only $23! How can you go wrong!
My friend Heather and I went straight to Walmart on April 15th[ during our work lunch break] and bought our copies! I could not wait to get home and catch a sneak peak of the opening scene of Deathly Hallows part deux! ::Squealing in Excitement!::

The movie debuted at Number 1 on Nielson Videoscan (closing date April 17th)---> The movie had only been on sale for two OFFICIAL days!
_____________________________________________________________________________

For those of you who did not catch my brother [Shawn Davis] on
MTV's "True Life: I'm Going to Skatopia"- Check out the picture below.
They definitely spelled his name incorrectly, but it was pretty cool to see him on T.V. repping for Cleveland and his love for Skateboarding...


You can check out one of his [older] YouTube videos--> Here*

___________________________________________________________________________

Who is ready for summer? I am..I am!!
Soon you can pick up your own full Ibiza Sol Collection by mark. at my eBoutique! It smells like the beach and definitely that summer-sun tan lotion- smell! I LOVE IT!
The marbelized shadows and lipglosses are to die for, the fragrance is fresh and energizing and to top it off, you receive an awesome bronzer! This is something you do not want to miss out on!

Also dont forget to pick up your mark. On The Dot- High Impact Color- Compact
for only $15!
Full of colors that are perfect for a day out shopping and absolutely stunning for a night out on the town with your girls!
The looks you can create with these colors are endless! Check it out here!

happy shopping<3

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Just Another Rainy Day in New York...

I woke up early today only to see a sky full of gray clouds and the temperature about ten degrees cooler then the previous morning. ::Boooooooooo: is all I could articulate.
Once I actually started functioning, I figured what the hell- let me throw on my new Steve Maddens and do my makeup for work to make this day feel a little better.
___________________________________________________________
Check 'em out!*
 My 'bootie' obsession continuesssss....

So comfortable! The heel is the perfect thickness and the support of the shoes is great! Perfect open-toe bootie. Definitely walkin' around like I'm Miss. Hot Stuff today! ::lol::

[[The light makes them look a tad green, but they're gray!]]

SteveMadden.com is actually having a boot-sale of 30% off ...Check it out!! Shop now while they have their Free Shipping promotion! SMFREESHIP is the Code!

Definitely Check out the Clearance section and get some awesome Steve Madden shoes/handbags/etc. at great prices! Save Some $$!!
_______________________________________________________________


Straight from the Office to Happy Hour
in
 Five quick steps!

iMark Custom Pick Eye Shadow: Wink Wink, LoveStruck ,Biscotti & Espresso[darkbrown]

Step One:
With your mark. Go With The Pro Mini Eye Shadow Brush~ brush Lovestruck over entire lid. Blend a bit of Wink Wink along upper lash-line and across middle of lid for depth of color.
Step 2:
 Using the Eye Liner Brush, pencil a line of Espresso from the outter point of the lid to about halfway across the crease. Using the Eye Shadow brush, blend your line with a light brush of Espresso, brushing inwards over Wink Wink and Lovestruck.
Step 3:
Apply Biscotti below your brow line to provide a highlight to the darker colors on the lid/crease.
Step 4:
Line lower lashes with mark. No Place to Run Eye Liner in Jet Set..Do not over-do!
Step 5:
Apply two coats of mark. Scanda- Lash Hook-Up Mascara in Black Lash! You're Done!

Brush Kit Includes:
Powder brush: 4"
Concealer brush: 3.75"
Eye Shadow brush: 3.5"
Lip Color brush: 3.75"
Eye Liner brush: 3.75"
Case (closed): 5.25" x 2.25"
Full Kit Only  $16 !


If you like this look and want to create your own, vist my mark. eBoutique and get to shoppin'! Great prices, awesome discounts&promos and even better products!

Remember to register with me----> Here*
Happy Shopping
<3 TmD


Monday, April 18, 2011

..Sweet Treats.Eye Candy & Healthy Eats..

Woke up today at 6:15a.m. to my t.v. still on, window wide open and laying onto of my comforter freezing to death.. I definitely did not plan on falling asleep like that last night... Needless to say, I got up and started things off right.

I made a big bowl of fruit salad last night to portion out as breakfast this week! Fresh strawberries, pineapple, honey dew and cantalope! MmmmmMMmmmmMmmm!!! I totally devoured it at my work desk this morning..

My doctor/nutritionist has insisted that I drink 2.7 fl oz before 1pm(Lunch) and then eat a small [veggie] snack at 3:30pm. Sticking to doctors orders, I have been guzzling water and running back and forth to the powder room. ::haha:: Lucky me.

I think people totally underestimate the power of water/fruit/veggies and poultry to make you feel great. I haven't felt the need to indulge in massive amounts of salty sweets or eat fried "comfort food".. Eliminating cheese has been the most difficult part of this lifestyle change. I am limited to a slice a week to start. So today I have a turkey and swiss whole wheat wrap for lunch.

Any-who... Since I started my day off so well~ I decided to mix up some shadows I hadn't used together yet.
Pulling out my ridiculous collection of mark. eyeshadows- I came up with this mix....


Get Bright Hook Up Highlighter in :Light: below brow line and under lower lash line.
Glitterati below brow line, Luvstruck brushed across full eye-lid with Corset blended through crease and lid. Lashes coated with mark. Make-It-Big Lash Plumping mascara in Raven and lower lash line with No Place to Run eyeline in JetSet.
 All products with mark. are affordable$$, long-lasting and are not age-specific! Women/Girls of all ages love these products!

I have officially gotten my Mom hooked on the mark. Good Glowing Custom Pick Powder Blush!

Check out all of the products here at my mark.Eboutique! *
If you are not already a customer, be sure to visit here first and register with me for all sorts of discounts and free :FULL SIZE: products!

<3Happy Shopping
TmD

Monday, April 04, 2011

Isle Style

I am absolutely dying for nice Spring/Summer weather!
The post-Winter dry skin and lips I am having is completely contradicting with the humid early-Spring weather! It's annoying that my skin is dry but getting oily from the humidity!

mark. Get ClearanceAnti- Acne Blemish Treatment Gel and Kiss Dry- Goodbye-Lip smoother are my life savers! They are really inexpensive compared to any brands you find at the department or convenient stores! Plus, they are compact and perfect for on the go! ie: touch ups- mid day- at the office... You know you've been there!

 Here are a few of my Spring Essentials! Check them out at my mark. eBoutique!




Is anyone else wondering where the NICE weather is and when it is coming to New York and or the East Coast in general!? Gah!

I just picked up some new goodies at my mark.eBoutique this past week to prep for the nice weather.. My critiques to come once I have had the opportunity to use all of my new products!
I just ordered the full Ibiza Sol Collection from my mark. eBoutique for only $40
( retail $56)
 and this deal is available to all of my mark. customers!


Or check out all of the individual products included in the kit and some extra compliments!


I also just ordered a mark. Its A Long Story Dress for $34! The black and white tropical pattern with the hint of color really drew me to the dress. its got a bit of a pleat slightly above the waist line which provides for a more flattering fit on any figure! Pictures to come SOON!

Believe me.. No matter which route you choose- you will love these products! To view the current- full- mark.Magalog: Click Here*

For all of your shopping needs: Click Here*

Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...