Author Archives: lara ramos

sunkissed bronzer for spring18

*          *          * i don’t know about you beauties, but my sallow complexion is screaming for some sun. some of my favorite powders and potions for warming things up: in the center: josie maran bronzing powder, $30 clockwise from top, … Continue reading

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rms beauty un cover-up0

i’m always looking for that perfect allover concealer: one workhorse formula to cover under eye circles and mask imperfections. it’s tough to find one that isn’t too thick, too heavy, too dry, and finding the right shade? can be damn … Continue reading

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new hair ties and headbands from mane message1

it’s about time we chat about mane message again. miss olivia has been cranking out some seriously gorgeous hair ties and headbands to sell in her etsy shop and my love affair deepens. if you aren’t hip to the bracelet-slash-hair-tie … Continue reading

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bare escentuals bareminerals ready blush0

gorgeous weather always sends me strolling in the beauty aisles for a new blush and there haven’t been many big developments in the world of cheek color in recent seasons. it’s cream or powder, matte or shimmer, but leave it … Continue reading

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beauty for brides + makeup brush 1018

hello! hope you had a great weekend. i’m in two places sharing the beauty love today – come visit :) (me with tulips, courtesy of the talented kate headley) pop over to dc photog extraordinaire kate headley’s beautiful blog to … Continue reading

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introducing “keep it pretty”6

i’m a freak for organization. the container store is like disney world to me and i love purchasing things to put other things inside of. boxes, bags, mugs, bowls, vases. it’s an obsession. but, combine this obsession with a love … Continue reading

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betsey johnson too too scented nail colour2

who: you, your best friend, your sister, your five year old neighbor what: a hot pink nail polish designed by betsey johnson and infused with her too too fragrance. once dry, your nails will smell of fruity, flirty top notes … Continue reading

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currently obsessed0

did you know that you can stalk all of my current beauty obsessions? it’s true. i’ve been curating an online hotspot of my tried and true favorite beauty products just for you. you can keep your eye on the group … Continue reading

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a new signature lip a la nars6

i love wearing a fuchsia or red-orange lip as much as the next gal (ok, maybe more than the next gal), but truth be told, i’ve been in search of my everyday signature lip (read: likely not fuchsia or orange-red, … Continue reading

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sheswai nail lacquer + my sunday to do list:9

(left image via) all cozied up with my coffee, two bottles of sheswai, and a pack of super classy reinforcement labels to take a crack at this flipped french mani. what do you think? i’ve been doing more research into … Continue reading

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