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Travel-Style Primping

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Wed, 18 Jun 2014 12:41:32 +0000

When preparing for our trip abroad I decided to really simplify my morning routine so that I’d spend more time exploring the streets of Paris and less time in front of the mirror getting ready. Besides spending all day outside tends to wear off most my make-up anyways! I narrowed it down to just four must-haves I needed to feel somewhat put together in the morning: face lotion with SPF, blush, eyebrow pencil, and lip color, either bold red or pink-tinted lipgloss depending on my mood! Pairing down my cosmetic bag not only saved on time, but also weight and bulk in my carry-on suitcase. When you’re hopping from city to city, it’s so important to pack light! In terms of hair, I’d just gotten my hair chopped short right before we left and under direction from my stylist for my new ‘do,’ I’d spritz a little volumizing spray right out of the shower, use the hairdryer at the apartment or hotel, then do a quick straightening using my flatiron I’d brought from home. Everything (less the Aveda Style Spray) is from the drugstore. It works for me, so why not?! Olay Complete Face Lotion with 15 SPF | Aveda Style Prep | Chi Flatiron | Covergirl […]

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Tulip Lovefest

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Wed, 19 Feb 2014 13:27:15 +0000

Ken gave me a beautiful bouquet of tulips for Valentine’s Day, and I couldn’t help but take some pictures of them as they began to open up over the weekend. Life can be so crazy busy, but photographing these gorgeous tulips from every angle got me thinking about how important it is to appreciate the little things in life. I hope you enjoy!

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Red Lip Phase

francoisetmoiblog@gmail.com — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:20:23 +0000

I picked up Covergirl’s Lip Perfection Jumbo Gloss Balm in Ruby Twist on a whim while out in Salt Lake City this summer, because I had the urge to try an orangey-red lip color, and I was not disappointed with my point-of-sale purchase. In fact, this product has, without a doubt, catapulted me into a “red-lip phase,” and I’ve proudly been sporting red lips on an almost daily basis. Though it’s called a balm, it’s really more of a creamy, semi-opaque lipstick that is pretty long wearing. It’s not quite as sheer as the name suggests, but the texture is smooth, not sticky and it’s easy to apply. I’d compare it to Clinique’s Chubby Stick, but at a more affordable cost. The color is bright, and statement-y, and that’s exactly what I was looking for. If you’re looking for a red lipstick for upcoming Holiday parties (or even everyday use), you might want to give this one a try!

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