FOTD and Review :) !

As I was getting ready to head out this evening, I picked up a tube of lipstick I purchased about two months ago.  Still unused, I was curious (as would be anyone who had yet to test out a product).  After I tested it out, I decided that today's makeup would center around it....

I've been meaning to test out this lipstick for a long time now .... just never had a reason to put it on.  Tonight, I guess I had a "whatever" moment and just put it on.... This was the end result/what I thought :)

Rimmel's Lipstick Collection by Kate Moss, "Lasting Finish" in 06 

I had been lusting after a hot pink lipstick thanks to Shannon (a.k.a. shaaanxo on YouTube) ever since she featured a makeup look centered around a hot pink lip.  I was instantly drawn to this colour upon first glance, and snatched it up.  

One thing I didn't really bother to notice two months ago (when I bought the product) was whether or not it had a scent.  That, however, was the very first thing I noticed today.  When I first started to apply it, I realized that the lipstick has a delightful cherry/fruity scent.  Shocker!  Andddddd I LOVE IT!  What a nice added touch! 

Another thing to note about this lipstick: it is very moisturizing.  Oftentimes I veer away from lipsticks, for fear that they will either dry out my lips on their own, or accentuate the chapped lips I may already be sporting that day.  Fancy, huh.  This lipstick, however, applies a lot smoother then the average joe.  It made my lips feel super soft, and I could actually rub them together!  That being said, once you let the lipstick "dry" so to speak, it does become a little tacky.  Not to mention the fact that the colour appears to have seeped into my lips and will forever remain there!  I'm not kidding you guys!  I feel as though I'm now donning a lip stain.  Let's see how long this lipstick wears for, shall we?

One thing I must say about this lipstick: it's not really a TRUE hot pink shade.  It's more in between a hot red and hot pink.  From far away, or with a quick glance, people will probably think you are wearing red.  Only when you're up close and in the proper lighting can you notice the pink! 

In the end, I really enjoyed using this product.  Great scent, great pigmentation, (so far) great wear.  I am definitely interested in testing out the other colours in the Kate Moss line :) 

FOTD  

Obviously this look includes the above said lipstick.  I tried to keep the eyes very neutral, adding a bit of darkness only to the outer edges.... Hope you guys enjoy! 

Thanks for reading!

Talk to you soon :) 

Steph 

xxoo

I know I'm waving the welcoming flag a little early when it comes to fall, but like I said in my last post.... I love, love, love fall.  And where I live, currently, summer is fading away and the nights are getting suspiciously cold ...hinting that fall is just around the corner! :) I will admit, I am sad the all-day warmth is leaving us, but summer will come round again next year ;) 

The following wishlist contains a whole array of clothing items (amongst other things) that peak my fancy for this upcoming brisk, fall season.  Hope you like it!  

Infinity Scarf, Forever 21: $12.50
J Crew Animal Print Wool Scarf: $62.50 @ jcrew.com
Both Cardigans: Polyvore.com (search "Oversized Cardigan")
Long Sleeve White Lace Shirt, Victoria's Secret: $39.50
Tallie Jersey Long Sleeve Top (In Black), Phase Eight: $70.74 CND
J Brand Jeans - Zoey Maroon Zip Legging: $224 @ polyvore.com
NYDJ Navy Jeggings: $117.85 @ julesb.co.uk
Rocket Dog Eco-luv Mellow Mutt Black Flats: $25.98
Jagged Rhinestone Bracelet, Forever 21: $10.80
Goti Silver Feather Bracelet: Price ??  @ highsnobette.com 
OPI's "Bastille My Heart" 
OPI's "You Don't Know Jacques" 
Vintage Leather Over the Shoulder Bag: $78.00 @ etsy.com
Leaves Candle, Bath and Body Works: 14 oz, 3 wick candle $19.50

*Note: All of the above prices are in Canadian Currency.  A few of the items were converted from the original UK price to Canadian. 

Thanks so much for reading, 

Have a great night! :)

Steph

xox

Sunday Funday! (Overdue...)

So, I owe you guys a lot of posts... opps! 

Here is my Sunday Funday, that should have been posted 2 days ago ... :) 

A big thing this week concerned that dreaded closet of mine.  The very top left picture shows it's before and after state.  Before, you couldn't even see the floor!  It was such a mess.  Glad to have that cleaned up and out of the way.  

In the line of food, I made Homemade Sour Cream Quiche this week! :) Even made the pastry from scratch.  I added some mushrooms, spinach, bacon, red and green peppers along with red onion.  It was quite tasty.  I then followed it up with 2 Minute Chocolate Mug cake.  You literally mix all of the ingredients in a mug, put it in the microwave for 2 mins and voila!  Moist, yummy chocolate cake.  What a quick fix for those chocolate cravings!  

The second column is filled with movies I watched this past week (500 Days of Summer, Rango and Girl with the Dragon Tattoo), along with a TV show that Adam and I have been meaning to catch up but have not gotten around to until now - i.e. The Office.  Love that show....mostly because of Jim and Pam.  Their moments are really the sole reason I watch... I miss Michael though :( 

The B&B Logo represents the Beaver and Bulldog Pub Adam and I attended this week.  We love going there.  

"The Skinny" is my current read at the moment.  It gives you tips on how to keep fit/healthy/thin whilst eating whatever the hell you want!  It's far from those sacrificial and antagonizing diet books....

The scarves (of which there are 11) and hats are kind of like my ode of welcoming to fall.  I'm SO excited... fall is my FAVOURITE season.  Sigh, I could live in fall weather forever :) 

Anyways, that was my week :) 
Hope you all had an awesome week...

Steph
xo

I know, I know.  I'm pretty good at this whole MIA thing.  A lot of things have been going on in my life, and I honestly haven't been home much.  I mean, now I am (hence the post) but otherwise, the past two weeks I've been here, there and everywhere!

My grandmother passed away July 25th, obviously I wasn't in any state / didn't have much interest to blog about anything.  I then left for a little getaway with my best friend the day after her burial.  I just needed to get away and forget.  Which I did.  But now, thrust back into reality, it's hard again.  So I just take it day by day.  Out of all the grandchildren, I was closest to her because I lived with her for approx 7 years of my life.  In those infantile years, when you bond closest with your mother and father .... I bonded with my father and my grandmother.  She wasn't just a grandparent, she was like another mom.  I miss her, and hope she rests peacefully in paradise, away from the pain and suffering she endured her last few weeks here on earth.  

♡ Forever in my heart, I love you ♡

I did manage to put together some photos of my life as of late.... 

This first one shows the trip I took with Kay up at her cottage.  We tanned (obviously! LOL) and frequented the sea-doo.  We also went tubing one day.  All of which, I am happy to say, were completed WITHOUT an unexpected departure by myself.  We adopted an orphan duck, "Duffy" and went to the casino one night!  Short, but sweet.  I had a really fun time :) 

These were taken yesterday when Adam and I hit up the local harbour front.  It was such a nice, warm, sunny day.  (Please excuse the quality - the editing program on my phone distorts the quality of photos!) 

Anywhos, that is all for now.

Hope you guys have had a great couple of weeks!

Be back soon, 

Steph xxoo