Fashion: under $35.00... "All dressed in Black"

I love black.. I know I am suppose to explore other colors and I do!

BUT black makes me happy :)

Let me break out the outfit:

Boyfriend Blazer  Suzy Shier: $10.00
Tank Dress H&M: $14.95
Super Cute Bow Belt: $6.95
Tank: $2.50
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Total: $34.40 

What?!?! That's a steal!!!

If you want to break up the black the best thing to do is add gold!
I added a 5 tier gold necklace from Costa Blanca for $3.00
I also added Layered gold earrings for $3.33

Fab and affordable!

My question for you is:
Do  you own a lot of black?

Marcelle Lux Gloss Sheer - Nectar Review

Marcelle is the cosmetics and skin care brand that offers every woman high quality, effective and affordable products. Hypoallergenic and perfume-free; women of all ages believe in Marcelle products.

I was sent Marcelle Lux Gloss Sheer - Nectar to review for you girlies! First off I've never tried any Marcelle products, so this gloss was a great introduction.



Marcelle Lux Gloss Sheer is an absolute gem that will illuminate your pout with a touch of glittering glamour.
  • Easy to wear, Lux Gloss Sheer gives your lips that delicious wet look shine while also revitalizing them. Each shade provides the sheerest of coverage and the most brilliant shimmering iridescence.
  • Exceptionally comfortable, Lux Gloss is infused with a unique Vita-Lip complex, a combination of lipopeptid-based amino acids proven to stimulate collagen production and provide optimum hydration. Your lips are fuller, smoother and plump.
Marcelle Lux gloss comes in 7 different colors and are suitable for all skin tones!

 
 This gloss is very smooth not cakey or clumpy, even though it has shimmer! I hate products which make your lips feel like your rubbing pieces of sand paper together!! LOL
Swatch of nectar with one swipe
It's really easy to build up color because it's sheer! I also have to add that it photographs beautifully :)

Tip from Marcelle:

For natural-looking lips, use Lux Gloss Sheer over nude lips. If you’re looking for a splash of glamour, simply apply a coat of Lux Gloss over your lipstick.

This swatch was done on nude lips
Click to see picture in HD
Overall this is definitely a product I would buy. 

I was sent this product to review by Annabelle/Marcelle cosmetics.

Mac Warehouse Sale Haul Spring 2010

I had the opportunity to attend the MAC Warehouse Sale for this spring. I spent a bit more this time but I got some really lovely stuff! 

 I forgot to take a picture of that mineralized blush!! It's called "Daft Pink"<--Cute

  • 2 Mac #20 lashes 
  • 2 Mac #38 lashes
  • 5 Mac eye shadows




From left to right
-Bold & Brazen "frosty light copper"
-Mont Black "black with flecks of glitter"
-Et Tu Bouquet "metallic pink"
-Matte shadow in Signed Sealed "dark burgundy brown"
-Smoke & Diamonds "frosty dirty taupe" 




OMG I fell in love with Lustre drops from the Style Warriors collection!
  • Sun Rush
  • Bronze Hero
  • Bobbi Brown Luminous Moisturizing Foundation in Expresso... This is not my color but this is the perfect color to mix with my other Bobbi Brown foundation.
  • Mineralize Satinfinish SPF 15 foundation NW45 




Swatch of Bronze Hero. It's really pretty. Click pic

  •  Mac lipglass "Style warrior"
  • Mac monogram lipglass "Distinguished"
  • 2 Estee Lauder Pure Color Crystal Gloss
  • Mac Lustre lipstick in "Lovin' it" (great nude!)







  •  Pearl Glide eye liner in 'Jade" (pretty purple)
  • Cremestick pearl liner in "Gingerroot"









  • MAC dual ended pencil sharper!! 
Free gift of MAC Strobe liquid lotion. You can wear it alone or mix it with foundation.








 I got two 5-piece Holiday eyes sets! These colors are very pretty :) If you didn't know colors are in for spring 2010.







My favorite items were the 2 quads I got.
On the left:
  • Rose is a Rose 
On the right:
  • 6 Devil May Dare Warm eye shadows
These colors are amazing! This is my new go to palette :)






That was my haul not as big as other but I'm saving up for the next sale in June!
What do you guys think of the haul?
Do you have any of these products?

Eshakti.com clothing review + $250.00 and 25 other prizes giveaway!!!!!

I was contacted by Eshakti.com to do a clothing review. I've never heard of the company so I made sure I did my research before I accepted their offer. 

Quick Eshakti.com facts:

  • It's an online clothing store that makes "custom clothes to your size, your style. YES, YOU GET TO TWEAK THE STYLE - the length, the neckline, the sleeve -to your taste."
  • Sizing 0 to 26W
  • They ship in 3 business days. Yes, even custom clothes ship in 3 days. And the transit time from us to the customer is typically 4 days. So in 7 business days or less. 
Once I read that I was sold! Finding clothes that fit perfectly is a struggle! I constantly have to go up a size to fit my bust but then its way to loose on my small waist. I know many of you have a similar story, whether it's a bust, hip or booty problem.

After looking at the website I decided to get a super cute ruffle dress.

 The Fit:
I ordered the dress when I was 8 pounds heavier (go me..lol), so the elastic band is a livesaver. I can also add a belt to the dress to dress it up :) I plan on pairing it with some bronze heels & leather jacket.
Quality:
This is not cheap filmsy cotton! It's quite sturdy.

Prices:
The prices are reasonable if you take in account the tailing to make each item specific.

Overall:
This dress is super cute & I am satsified!


Currently Eshakti has an amazing contest which everyone is a winner!
 How do you see the eShakti woman?  Is she under 30 or over?  What does she do for a living?  What would you say about her lifestyle?  Children?  Employment?  Career?  You decide as no answer is wrong and just for giving it a shot, you will receive a $10 gift certificate!

To Enter: 


Click Here and complete the questions but you have to remember to enter in the Blogger's Name:  Spiced Beauty & URL www.spicedbeauty.com 

Winners Bargin Haul- Urban Decay for 70 cents!?!?

I love Winners! Since I have alot of USA followers, so I'll give you a little background on winners! Its a mix of Marshalls and TJ Maxx :)

I think its the whole searching to find a good deal is exhilarating! LOL.
The first Item I saw was this nail polish set! I loved the colors but I couldn't possibly spent $7.00 on it since one was missing.

So I got it for $4.99 for the whole pack! After searching the brand "Goldie" online, I found out that they sell at Bath and Bodyworks for $9.00 each. That's a very good deal. Look at the colors close up.



The best thing I got was Urban Decay for 70 cents!!! Did you hear me under a dollar :) That is amazing since it's $14.00 on their website.



I also got OPI RapiDry Spray for $3.00. I found it online for about $20.00. This product has amazing claims:
Make your nails dry in rapid time with this OPI RapiDry Spray. Ensure that your nails are dry and won’t smear before you start using your hands again with this clever nail drying spray that dries your nails to perfection in minutes.
I got a pop beauty eye cake palette (Violet Eyes) for $2.00. I've never used the brand before but the colors are nice.

Lastly, Urban Decay deluxe eyeshadow in HEAT for $2.50.. another deal.

What do you think of the deals? Have you used any of the products?



FOTD using MAC Deep Truth & Swiss Chocolate + any requests?

Damn the flash for being so damn bright. I hope it didn't wash out the all the blue :(

I wanted to do a quick look for a night out! I literally did this in less than 5 mins..lol

Products used:
Brows- 
E.L.F brow kit in Dark

Eyes- 
Smashbox eye brightener inner corners
Mac Deep Truth lid(blue)
88 Matte shimmer navy blue & silver
Mac Swiss Chocolate (matte brown)
Jessie's Girl Liquid liner in Black
Mac plushlash mascara

Lips-
Mac Lipgelee in Sapalicious

                Face-
Mac select tint NW45
Make up forever HD powder
Make up forever Blush 
You can see my freckles! LOL


I noticed that you guys liked FOTD's!
Do you have a request?

Cover FX Blogger event (PIC HEAVY)

I had the chance to attend the first ever Cover fx blogger event!
I don't think I have ever told this story but the first brand I ever used in school was COVER FX!

First some background on CoverFX:
Since 1985, Lee Graff, a corrective makeup specialist at the CosMedic Clinic at a leading Canadian hospital, has worked with thousands of patients with various skin conditions. Together with Chemical Engineer Jenny Frankel, and leading Dermatologist Dr. Neil Shear, Lee began development of Cover FX.
Click here to read more
 Lee Graff working on a model with rosacea

 
Wanda Longo working on Jenny Frankel 
The whole event was VERY educational and hands on! I was surprised that Lee Graff & Jenny Frankel attended. They told us their personal stories about the brand and how much it means to them. Also they answered EVERY single question we asked!

 
Lee Graff, Client & Jenny Frankel

  
Melissa explaining the set up 

As a MUA I know that a flawless canvas is the best to work with. Since everyone skin has different needs Cover FX has 6 formula options!
  • Cover FX 
  • Natural FX
  • Powder FX
  • Mineral FX
  • Skin Tint FX
  • Concealer FX
The formula's I love are Cover FX because a little goes a LONG way & Skin Tint FX because it's light and water resistant :)

Wanda Longo explaining the steps of the "bullseye" method
 In the background lovely bloggers Farah & Anjail 

 
Another lovely blogger Joy!

Did you know Cover FX can also cover Tattoos!!
She had wings on both wrists..amazing

At the end of the event each girl walked out with "The Big Cover Starter Kit" + BritePrep FX, Mint Glaze lip primer &ClearPrep FX.
The kit includes:
  • Cover FX trio
  • Skinprep FX
  • How to DVD
  • Setting FX
  • Foundation Brush #170
 
The colors I used: B0, B25 & B45
That #160 is my new love..lol

I'm sooo happy I had the opportunity to attend this event. As a woman of color I know it's super hard to find a foundation to suit my skin tone. I'd recommend CoverFX because it ranges from lighter to deep dark. No one is left out :)

Need more information? Check out: www.coverfx.com

Toronto Beauty Bloggers Meet up!! (pic heavy)

This sunday I had the chance to meet some amazing girls. TBBM was organized by FacesbyFarah!! This girl is amazing, she did a great job putting everything together. Believe it or not there were 18 beauty bloggers & 7 beauty companies!!

Beauty companies that attended were:
  • Cargo Cosmetics 
  • CoverFX
  • Balmshell 
  • Marcelle/Annabelle
  • Vashanti 
  • FaceAtelier
  • Dalish  
 At the end everyone walked away with bags in there hands! No one was left out :)

I can't wait until the next one! Everyone was super sweet and I can't wait to meet you with you all again <3
Me & Anjail
 
Joy & Naomi
Isabel(Annabelle/Marcelle) &I
 Jenn, Me &Mariana 
 
Farah & Megan (Cargo)
  
Melissa (Coverfx) 
  
Michelle & Karyn(Balmshell) in the background 
  
Me & Naomi
  
Ande & Sian (faceatelier) 
 
 Naz, Nat & Sarah