Author Archives: lara ramos

bare escentuals giveaway winners!2

{via design darling} congratulations to two lovely ladies: liza and donna! please check your inboxes for an email from me. your bare escentuals pretties will be on your way to you very soon :) many thanks to all who entered … Continue reading

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stila garden bliss all over shimmer is your personal lighting crew2

how cute is this compact from stila? the bronzey peach shimmer powder and etched-on garden flowers are so fresh and youthful, but i promise it’s more than just a pretty product. the main neutral shade is the perfect thing to … Continue reading

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lipstick queen fired up4

i was inspired by this post on the birchbox blog to investigate how to play nice with red lip color. we all know i’m fair and my makeup preference is conservative girly – i fear spicy and edgy. i love, … Continue reading

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friday link love0

it’s been a week, kids. so i am opting to start my birthday shopping a little early and very first on my list is this droplet bracelet from favor jewelry. monika reed’s pieces are each prettier than the next and … Continue reading

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bare escentuals skincare giveaway!45

good morning, sunshines! i am so excited to announce the glossarie’s first giveaway (it only took me two years, right?). two lucky readers will win a pair of products from bare escentuals’ new skincare line – deep cleansing foam + … Continue reading

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new! bare escentuals purifying facial cleanser + deep cleansing foam1

my combination skin is always on the hunt for a gentle, yet effective facewash and i am recently impressed with two cleansers from bare escentuals. part of their new skincare line designed to deliver smoother and brighter skin, both of … Continue reading

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opi’s i lily love you15

is it bad that spring is barely peeking out from behind winter and i’ve already got my sights set on summer? with vibrant collections like opi’s nice stems! pinks in bloom, you really can’t blame me. the anchor polish in … Continue reading

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in lieu of green, garden florals2

happy saint patrick’s day! i hope you’ll forgive me for forgoing the obligatory green makeup post. i want to celebrate the amazing weather we’re experiencing in dc with an ode to garden florals. here are a few pretty blossoms that … Continue reading

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l’occitane one minute hand scrub0

there is nothing better than the polished perfection of hands that have been whipped into shape by a pro. manicures may be a girl’s best friend but i don’t have the time or funds to settle in at the spa … Continue reading

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march bag + balm6

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 … Continue reading

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