Cosmetic Dupes

Keeping up with designer clothing and makeup can be exhausting… and expensive!  So it’s fun to know some thrify secrets of items that we can get away with that are close to the real thing when we cannot afford it!  Here are some recent purchases of mine that I have been happy with.

For Christmas, my bff, the makeup lover, got me a ton of makeup and some of it included ELF brand from Target.  The Classy ELF lipstick she gave me is gorgeous.  It is one of the best “deal” makeups I have ever tried.

Designer: Mac Angel $15

Deal: ELF Classy lipstick

Designer: Particulare $23

Deal: Essie Mink Muffs $8

OPI You Don’t Know Jacques $8

Borghese Biscotti Beige $8

Designer: NARS Orgasm Blush $27

Deal: Sleek Blush in Rose Gold $6.50

Rory Beca for Forever 21

I am so excited to for the Rory Beca 2012 line at Forever 21.  Beca’s colorful and feminine pieces are usually sold at boutiques, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue and other high-end department stores.  Being able to purchase her collection at Forever 21 is such a great opportunity for all of us thrifty shoppers. You can check out the collection here.

Naughty meets Nice

Our childhood memories make us smile and feel nostalgic.  So, why let them go?  This post is about putting a little twist on some youthful favorites.

Girl Scout Cookie Martini anyone?

Pour ingredients into a stainless steel shaker over ice, and shake until completely cold. Strain into an old-fashioned glass, and serve. 
 
Pigtails
From sweet & innocent to cute & sexy.  Rock some pigtails for a sexy, youthful look.
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Bows
Sexy little bows can bring you back to your childhood, however amp up the cutesty by accessorizing with a fun mini-skirt or a sexy bow in your hair.
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