Author Archives: lara ramos

this or that: metallic nails4

metallic nails were all over the spring ’13 runways, but you don’t have to wait until next year to sport the trend. whether you prefer to dabble in an array of nontoxic shades a la priti polish or you choose … Continue reading

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clinique black honey lip duo9

the most universal lip color in america is so trend-right for fall. with burgundy and oxblood everything turning up everywhere, wine-stained lips are going to be the season’s most achievable and buzzed about beauty look. i already knew that i’d … Continue reading

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murad hydro-dynamic ultimate moisture0

fall is upon us, beauties, and a change in the air means a necessary change in the skincare routine. i don’t know about you, but the first day without humidity and my skin is dryer and tighter than it is … Continue reading

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old faithful: tweezerman slant6

i take better care of my brows than i do my car. they are a source of pride and i’m obsessed with keeping them in perfect shape. as i hopped out of the shower this morning and plucked a few … Continue reading

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in my bag of tricks: coterie3

i am so excited about the upcoming launch of coterie, a new flash sale website dedicated to the very best in beauty. i had the chance to get early private access to the site and shop their first campaign by … Continue reading

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on my lips5

seriously, how many pink lip products does one girl need? it would seem that the answer is no less than six. my collection, top to bottom: bite beauty luminous creme lipstick in fig, $24 bite beauty honey lip lacquer in gamay, … Continue reading

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what i’m wearing: wedding guest6

* i’m headed to baltimore this evening to celebrate the wedding of one of my beautiful friends. the main event is taking place at the george peabody library and i’ll be donning this pretty maxi from anthropologie. i’m topping things … Continue reading

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guest gloss: 101 things i love6

i’m over on johanna’s blog today showcasing my five fall faves. johanna is taking a break from blogging as she loves on her sweet new baby lola. hop, click, jump over to 101 things i love to learn more about … Continue reading

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another pretty face: olivia munn10

(image via) i am having an olivia munn moment and i cannot get enough of her in this look from the do something awards. combine an adorable hot pink alice + olivia number, a ponytail, and a winged eye, you … Continue reading

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dove style+care frizz-free shine cream-serum2

all hail my latest hair obsession – and, get ready for this, it costs less than $5. dove’s new style+care cream-serum is a tiny godsend for my heat-damaged hair. one pump of the pearly product is plenty for my shoulder-length locks … Continue reading

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