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pretty gifty: jouer cosmetics pochette

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this super chic wristlet-meets-carrying-case is the jouer cosmetics holiday 2011 pochette. now, pochette might be the most adorable word for “beautiful wallet on an ivory bangle that also holds your makeup and your phone and contains a mirror” ever, but i think it’s selling this gifty a little short.

for starters, it’s the most beautiful (likely faux?) chocolate suede i have ever laid eyes on, dressed up with champagne gold hardware and a detachable bangle for the ultimate dangly addition to your arm party. tug on the jouer logo zipper pull to reveal its full potential and inside you will see a built in mirror and lip gloss holder – which for a limited time contains jouer’s moisturizing lip gloss in glisten, my favorite! there’s plenty of room within to stuff your cards and cash as well as a slip pocket for your smart phone. the outside boasts a little zip pocket for coins or what have you and…need i go on? it’s the best makeup wallet ever, on a bracelet.

the jouer cosmetics holiday 2011 pochette is available online for $75.

march bag + balm

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bag: mountain peaks cosmetic bag in grey, $38

balm: phoenix botanicals organic lip balm (in eco tube), $6

my day job (that would be the one that pays the bills) is keeping me busier than i’d like this week and it is exhausting all of my energies, leaving little for my favorite past time – posting pretty for you. in other news, i’m thinking about a new monthly post that includes two of my most favorite things – a cosmetic bag and  a lip balm, different every time. let me know how you feel about this first pairing and if you like the concept. then perhaps i’ll do it again in april then may then june, you get the idea : )

hope you lovelies are having one fantastic tuesday!

cute cases from petunia pickle bottom

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for those of you that have been reading for awhile, it’s no secret that i love a pretty place to keep my products just as much as the products themselves. well, talk about pretty! these powder room cosmetics cases from petunia pickle bottom are just the sweetest. the expressive prints are only the beginning for these medium sized bags. they hold more of your goodies than you might think plus they boast a divided interior to keep things organized. they’re also waterproof in coated canvas so product spills are no worry and all for just $28.

but, back to the pretty…

(sigh) do you love?! to see eight more prints and to get your own, hop on over to layla grayce.

travel pretty: new cinda b. vertical cosmetic bag

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new in the “bag it” department is the vertical cosmetic from cinda b. that smarty cinda took the organization of her hanging cosmetic and the extreme roominess of her x large cosmetic (which is amazing but bulky and not-so-suitcase friendly!) to create a brand new super functional and super cute travel bag for your beauty essentials. the design of the bag itself is really great in that it’s tall and wide, but thin so it slides easily into duffels and other luggage. it also stands up on its own (open or closed) making it easier to access your goodies. with five inner pockets and one large central compartment i’m finding that its one perfect traveler for lugging all of my makeup and toiletries, including full-size skincare, hair and shower products. if you’re in the market for a carry-all cosmetics case, this one does it in style!

all of cinda’s pieces are durable, bright and currently 30% off with code CBVAL11 until february 15th.

lust have it: bobbi brown’s tibi python & peony beauty kit

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the new tibi peony & python beauty kit by bobbi brown has shot to top of my list of latest lust haves. it’s one half of a two part, limited release collection currently in preview at both neiman marcus and bergdorf goodman for the rather cringe-worthy cost of $95. the way i see it, the pink peony illuminating bronzer just HAS to be mine. it’s the ultimate cool pink with gold flecks with the right amount of pigment. i figure those babies retail at $33 alone, let alone the fact that i’m also coming away with the most adorable zippered pouch by tibi, a full-sized gel liner in black mauve (not new, but an of-the-moment black/brown/purple sure to look great on everyone), one of bobbi’s brightening glosses in lilac shimmer (honestly, these are not my favorite but tons of people love them), and two mini brushes – face blender and eyeliner. sounds like $95 well spent to me?

(sigh.)

this is a peek into how i justify my outlandish beauty buys and get myself into trouble : )

anyone else guilty of a little in-your-favor shopping math?

pretty pouch from paul & joe

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i am guaranteed to fall for anything that can pass for both a makeup bag and a clutch and paul & joe is absolutely certain to deliver the perfect pouch year after year. each one is a limited edition in the most beautiful vintage print. the elegant and pastel-y wildflowers below belong to the spring 2011 collection.

(sighs)

you can find the entire spring 2011 collection, including the latest cosmetic pouch ($40) at b-glowing. as an added bonus, receive this limited edition blotting papers refill with any $35 purchase. the papers aren’t just easy on the eyes, they freshen you up by absorbing afternoon shine and leaving your makeup completely intact.


i mean, if it’s not the perfect thing to put in your pouch.

outter beauty

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it’s been awhile since i’ve featured a totally gorgeous cosmetics bag so, without further adieu, let me introduce the uber stylish a touch of ivy. these pretty pouches are printed silk on the outside and lined with vinyl inside to protect against product spills. their one-zipper style also makes them nice and easy to flip inside out and scrub should disaster strike in the form of a foundation explosion or lip balm meltdown. i personally can’t get enough of the amazing prints (some of them look like pucci!). there’s something for everyone in this collection and they would make great gifts. if your makeup is looking for a new home or there’s a lady in your life you’d like to treat to something special, visit beautyhabit to pick up one of these sassy sacks in small or medium. oh, and if you’re picking one up for me, i love the coral coral up above : )

in the bag

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it’s been awhile since i’ve featured one of these and i just cannot get enough of this speck-and-a-smidge cosmetic bag from the marvelously talented stephanie johnson. i love that it looks like a gorgeous clutch (you could totally a get away with using it as one) and features a beautiful interior lining with a mirror tucked inside its perfect little pocket! it’s large enough to hold all of your essentials and best yet, looks totally fabulous as you pull it out of your purse or carry-on. if the paisley’s not your thing, stephanie also makes a version in ikat and ditsy flora eliminating any excuses not to make one of these your own.

bag of tricks

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the 24-7 christmas music is putting me in the spirit and i am in full gifting mode these days! the amazing ladies in my life deserve nothing short of all that glitters, but the grad school budget keeps the purse strings a bit tighter than i’d like. for an affordable present sure to delight girls of all ages, i’m loving this adorable makeup bag by nikita lynn. depending upon who’s on your list, she can fill it with pencils, jewelry, or cosmetics! my favorite touches are the eco-friendly canvas and it’s polka dot lining. it comes in four colors — red and green included — and is completely affordable at just $20.

tote your stash in style

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hobo makeover
i am a raving fan of hobo international. a local company started for women by women to solve all of our handbag and accessory dilemmas with their collection of amazing leather goodies. their latest release includes the gorgeous frame makeup case you see above. the “make-over,” as it’s been dubbed, is fully lined and comes complete with an interior mirror. i am completely in love with the beautiful hardware, kisslock closure, and flip-top frame. it’s almost too pretty to keep my products in!