Author: Lindsay

NARSissist L’amour Toujours Eyeshadow Palette

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While I haven’t splurged on much new makeup this holiday season, looks like things might turn around for spring. Because I’ve been taking a sneak peek at the new NARS Spring and the seasonal shades are just perfect. First up is an epic palette full of shadows that are delectable. Just to tell you how much I love it, I have moved all other palettes out of my makeup drawer to make space for this all-in-one beauty.

I have been a long-time fan of NARS eyeshadows (the Kalahari duo is my all time favorite). This palette has equally must-have shades for a wide variety of looks. While technically these are a mix of matte and shimmer, I find them balanced making them wearable. My favorites – not surprisingly – are the larger sized neutrals.

Along the top row:

I – Cream Bisque
II – Shimmering Pink Sand
III – Amethyst Ash
IV – Black Truffle (great as a liner)

And the smaller pots:

V – Golden Starlight (made me realize how wearable gold shades are!)
VI – Sunburst Copper
VII – Café Au Lait (beautiful coffee shimmer neutral)
VIII – Pistol Grey
IX – Industrial Steel
X – Regal Blue
XI – Shimmering Taupe Cashmere (a slightly darker neutral crease)
XII – Shimmering Liquorice (an evening liner option)

NARSissist L’Amour Toujours L’Amour Eyeshadow Palette is available on NARSCosmetic.com and at NARS boutiques today and at specialty stores on February 1st, 2016. Also keep an eye out for the NARSissist Cheek Studio Palette  available exclusively at Sephora on February 1st, 2016 (review to come next month).

Wednesday On The Web

Cozy Winter Bedroom on Belle Belle Beauty

Apologies for the blog absence! But I can tell you I had a wonderful holiday. It was full of champagne, seafood, naps and snuggles with the dogs. Can’t get better than that! I’ll be back tomorrow sharing something I am super excited about from one of my favorite brands (rhymes with Mars). Meanwhile, here are some fun finds from around the web:

Get an extra 25% off sale items at Shopbop with code EXTRAEXTRA.

If I hadn’t snagged new hi-tops over the holiday, I would snap up these awesome sneakers in a hot minute.

Have you tried “strobbing” yet? I’ve been working on a technique and this tutorial was really helpful.

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Wednesday On The Web

Christmas Floral on Belle Belle Beauty

I am looking forward to some celebration this weekend in the company of some of my oldest and best friends. And as I mentioned yesterday, I might be a little light on the posting until January due to my extreme festive mood this season. That and the decision to try and really focus on celebration and reflection. A short one today – a few finds from around the web that you might enjoy:

It is party season so you might want to read these hangover routines.

Tips for the perfect brow arch.

This bridge makes me want to take a return trip to the Netherlands.

Get an extra 25% off sale items at Shopbop through tomorrow.

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floral image via deathtothestockphoto.com

Last Minute Gift Ideas

Things are likely to be a little light around here on the blog until we turn the clock to 2016. I have some trips planned and some fun family time. I’ve been in quite the spirit this year with two trees, stockings, christmas candles… (you get the picture). And that includes playing Santa. So here are some of my favorite gift ideas for those procrastinators out there:

Lancôme Absolue White Aura

Lancôme Absolue White Aura on Belle Belle Beauty

It is like Lancôme just gets me. They happened to come up with my perfect wintertime moisturizer. Every night for the past month or so, I’ve been slathering on Lancôme Absolue White Aura which is designed to brighten skin. The rose extract works with Pro-Xylane for a fresh and nourishing formula. I love how hydrated my skin feels without being greasy. And the next morning, I find illuminated skin and need just a little bit less makeup. I call that a win.

Available at Nordstrom (on sale!).