RiRi Hearts MAC RiRi Woo Lipglass Pictures+Swatch

I was so excited when a few items from my RiRi Loves MAC wishlist showed up at my door today!

I've been drooling over this whole collection! 

There is something for everyone.

Since the collection comes out in stores on September 26- I thought it would be a great idea to 

swatch the products for anyone who is unsure what they should get from collection. I hope my post will give you some idea on how the products will work with your skin tone.

One item which I couldn't wait to rock was the Riri Woo lipglass.

RIRI WOO Lipglass

$16.50 US/$20.00 CDN

Colour: cool red cream (cream)

Lip Swatch

I know this is an initial reaction but the formula is moisturising, pigmented and gorgeous!

Will you be adding this to your list?

Available in M·A·C Stores September 26, 2013
Available online September 30, 2013
Available in all other locations October 3, 2013 – October 31, 2013

Kerry Washington at the Emmys Rocking Hourglass Cosmetics

Loved this nude look that the gorgeous Kerry Washington rocked at the Emmys.

Nude is definitely in for the Fall!

She's is also wearing one of my favourite makeup brands Hourglass cosmetics. I was sent this breakdown and I know that someone may want to recreate the look!


Skin:
Prime the skin with Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer, and follow with Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation in warm beige. “I’m really impressed with the airbrushed finish this foundation creates,” says Gonzalez. “And I really don’t need to use powder anymore.” Conceal any imperfections with Clé de Peau Beauté Concealer in honey.

Brows:
Define the brows with Hourglass Arch Brow Sculpting Pencil in Dark Brunette.

Eyes:
Apply the mauve shimmer shade from Hourglass Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo in Exhibition to the inner corner of the eyes and the lids, and the eggplant shimmer shade to the outer edge of the eye and beneath the bottom lash line. Blend the two shades together. Apply Ardell Natural Lashes in 110, line the eyes with Hourglass Script Precision Liner in Jett, and finish off with three coats of Hourglass Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara.

Cheeks:
Apply Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Radiant Light on the cheekbones, forehead, nose and chin. Apply Lancôme Blush Subtil in Sparkling Rose to the apples of the cheeks and sweep towards the temples.

Lips:
Prep lips earlier with Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil for superior hydration. Apply Hourglass Extreme Sheen Lip Gloss in Truth, a beige rose, for the finishing touch.

Fall Lip Inspiration Light-Medium-Dark

Fall is here and it's coming fast and furious. I honestly felt that we didn't have a great summer in Canada but I totally made up for it by jet-setting to the Caribbean. Totally worth it. 

Now I'm back to deal with the cold.

I've said this plenty times before but I love Fall makeup. I think its the lips!

My favourites range from red to a deep wine.

Here are examples of the perfect Fall red for various skin tones.

Light

Megan Fox

Kim Kardashian

Medium

Nicole Scherzinger 

Rihanna

Dark/Deep

Jessica White

Brandy

Which lady is rocking your favorite Fall colour?

Sole Society now ships to Canada!

Another USA based website now ships to Canada ($9.95 shipping & Handing)!

Sole Society: Must-have style, amazing prices

NATASSIA

top handle satchel

Comes in three colours: Red, Black & Light Taupe

Currently on sale for now $33.47

Out of 19 reviews this bag has received 5 out of 5 stars!

Classic top handle satchel with adjustable, detachable shoulder strap and top zip closure. 

Features exterior zip pocket. Dust bag included.

• Material: Faux Leather
• Dimensions: 9"H x 12W x 5 1/2D
• Handle Drop: 5"
• Strap Drop: 22

This purse is extremely well made. Nothing I expected to get from quality bought from the internet. I've been using it for over two months and I can tell you it's sturdy. You will definitely get a lot of compliments with this bag!

 I also got these really cute sandals which are no longer on the site but are 

comparable to these cute shoes.

Do you shop for shoes & bags online?

Make Up For Ever: Foundation Nation Event

I was so happy when I saw the invite for Make Up For Ever's Beauty Blogger brunch event. As a woman of colour, I know how hard it is to find the perfect foundation. I honestly feel like it's always a never-ending battle but that is slowly starting to change.  

Most women of colour have to deal with skin issues such as discolouration. Which can make it difficult to find a good foundation.  When you have five different tones on your face,

 which tone do you match to?!

Did you know that 73% of women have problems with finding right foundation. 

That means that more than half of us are walking around with the wrong foundation!

YIKES!

At the event, we had the opportunity to speak to the amazing Troy Jensen about our skin issues. Troy has worked with many celebrities to give them their signature look. 

Like Kim Kardashian's smoky bedroom eyes. 

Troy gave me tips on how to get the perfect skin tone as a woman of colour. 

Guess what the secret is!! 

Colour correctors. 

Not specifically the ones the greens and lavender(for me) but one that has an orange in it! 

After the event, there were make up artists there to give us our own private foundation makeover. I loved the fact that I was given my own skin profile card to take with me! The skin profile card went over crucial things such as my skin type, my skin tone, my skin undertone and camouflage options (if I needed). 

For anyone that's interested, 

I was recommended the MUFE 5 Camouflage Cream Palette- No. 4 - for dark skin tones.

Each cream corrector was labelled by number. 

Here is what was specifically used:

• 20 under my eyes
• 22 like darker areas like around my lips

For the whole face- Pro Finish in 177 was used.

I should also add that this look was done with their new artisan brushes! 

Which are so soft. I will have a separate post on them soon.

Do you have a Sephora store near you?
If so, stores cross Canada are holding educational events from September 19 to October 6 to help you solve your biggest foundation challenges.Experienced make up artists will be on hand to give you a complementary 15 minute foundation lesson to empower you to put your flawless face forward.

For more info on Foundation Nation: https://www.facebook.com/MAKEUPFOREVERCANADA or follow us on Twitter @MAKEUPFOREVERCa

My #Ririlovesmac Fall- Wishlist

It's that time again!

Rihanna premieres her perfect palette of lavish fall colour – a range of decidedly daring yet classically gorgeous shades, finishes and tools, all encased in the metallic warmth of rose gold packaging. Lipstick in deep raisin, orange frost, creamy nude and the vivid red of RiRi Woo match gleaming Lipglass, while eyes in contrasting soft and smoky cocoas complement luminous skin highlighted with Diamonds Cream Colour Base and Powder Blush in Bad Girl Gone Good.

There are so many things that I want!
I've picked five products which I must have this season.

Eye Shadow X 4
HER COCOA
SMOKED COCOA
SRP $44.00 US/$52.50 CDN

Lipglass
RIRI WOO
cool red cream (cream)
SRP $16.50 US/$20.00 CDN

Pro Longwear Lip Pencil
RIRI WOO cool red cream
TALK THAT TALK dark plum cream
SRP $21.50 US/$25.50 CDN

Available in M·A·C Stores September 26, 2013
Available online September 30, 2013
Available in all other locations October 3, 2013 – October 31, 2013

What are you getting?

Must haves for Fall- Glasses

I love fall fashion/ make up. Rich tones such as ox blood & cedar browns excite me. What is your ultimate fall makeup look? Mine would be a wine coloured lips and black liner for drama. BUT! You know you can’t have the look without the clothing and accessories.

One quick way and easy way to change up your look is by switching up your glasses! One of my favourite online glasses retailers www.clearlycontacts.ca has some great styles which would look great on anyone this Fall.

First, let me start of by saying online shopping for glasses is a unique experience. When I got my first pair from them last year- I had no issues. Mind you it was my second pair- so I totally knew what to expect. I found a pair that I loved and knew it would fit my face shape/nose. I then entered the details exactly as how they appeared on my prescription from my eye doctor. Filled out other necessary information any and they were at my door in no time.

Dsquared spotted red brown

$199.00

Marc by Marc Jacobs Black Crystal
$139.00

Hello Kitty Raspberry
$79.00

Each of them unique and the perfect “must have” this season!

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NYFW: Maybelline Cosmetics- Rachel Zoe

Here is another gorgeous and totally wearable look that MUA Charlotte Tilbury for

Maybelline did for the Rachel Zoe collection.

Charlotte describes the look as  "golden skin with a healthy, earthy glow.

The lips are the star of the show! It's a stain of Colour Sensational lipstick in 

Deepest Cherry, Totally Toffee & Red Revival.

Would you wear this look?

Almay gentle eye makeup remover options

I'm always looking for new and innovative ways to remove my make up. I do not wear foundation daily but one of the most stubborn things to get off is my mascara. If you're like me and wear several coats, you know my struggle. It's always good to have a holy Grail make up remover on hand at all times.

Almay Longwear & waterproof gentle eye makeup remover

Gently and easily lifts away makeup, completely removing even the most stubborn waterproof mascara and longwearing products. luxurious dual-phase formula leaves skin feeling conditioned and moisturized.

Since I wear so many coats of mascara- sometimes waterproof remover is the best option. I shake the formula together, then get a cotton pad and and just hold on my eye. This is definetly a process I do when I am not in a rush. When you hold the cotton pad to your eye, I find that it breaks down the mascara quicker. I just do a quick back and forth and everything is off!

Almay soothing & de-puffing gentle eye makeup remover padsThe gentle formula instantly soothes and de-puffs the eye area for a refreshed look. completely removes all traces of makeup that soap and water can leave behind. 

Whenever I do not have lot of make up on. Perfect for anyone who has allergies because they are hypoallergenic and fragrance free. I usually put these pads over my lids and gently rub back and forth.

NYFW: Maybelline Cosmetics- Richard Chai Spring 2014

Loved the minimal makeup look MUA James Kaliardos for Maybelline did for 

Richard Chai Spring 2014 collection.

The theme was “Soft geometry” for Richard Chai. 

The line features "fluid fabrics and optically mesmerizing shapes and colors". 

Get the look!

Skin:
Dream Fresh BB Cream
Dream Lumi Concealer
(highlights) Eye Studio Color Tattoo 24HR Cream Gel Shadow in Barely Branded

Lips:
Color Whisper in Bare to Be Bold
Color Elixir in Nude Illusion.

Check out stills from the runway!

NYFW: Hourglass Cosmetics- Christian Siriano Spring 2014

I loved the makeup look created by MUA artist Polly Osmond for Hourglass for 

Christian Siriano's spring 2014 collection. 

The theme was vived hues seen by Siriano from hisrecent trip to Isla Mujeres on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. “I wanted the collection to be light, feminine and romantic,” says Siriano. “Like the girl left the beach but she had a cocktail party to go to, and threw on a dress, a bright lip, and little highlighter.”

Get the look!

CHEEKS
To create a multi-dimensional glow, apply all three shades from Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette (NEW) to the cheeks using a circular motion. Dab Hourglass No. 28 Primer Serum onto the apples of the cheeks for a hint of tropical sheen.

EYES
Apply the Incandescent shade from Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette (NEW) all over the lids. Follow with the shimmering Shell shade from Hourglass Vol. 6 Eye Shadow Palette, applied to the inner corner of eyes. Use the same shade to create a diffused liner along the top and bottom of the lash lines. Finish with a coat of Hourglass Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara.

BROWS
Brush a small amount of Hourglass No. 28 Primer Serum onto brows to create definition and a little shine.

LIPS
Prep lips earlier with Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil for superior hydration. Apply Hourglass Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick in Muse, an orange coral shade, to the lips. Create a diffused pout by softening the outline of the lips with a lip brush.

Check out some shots from the runway!

TIFF: L'Oréal Paris Collection Privée by Colour Riche

Do you smell it? The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) is in the air.

Right now Toronto is full of celebrities, movies and great parties!

This TIFF L'Oréal Paris has launched their Collection Privée by Colour Riche.

This collection features four nail polishes ($3.99) with corresponding lipsticks ($10.99). 

Each set is inspired by lovely ladies such as Jennifer Lopez, Doutzen Kroes, Freida Pinto and Eva Longoria.

I will admit these colours are not the ideal nudes for my skin tone (that I am comfortable wearing).

 They would definitely suit someone who is light to medium tone in my opinion.

Now these are something I can get into! 

Great formula and consistency. The perfect neutral palette of Fall tones.
Freida is my favourite!

What do you think of  L'Oréal Paris Collection Privée by Colour Riche?

It Cosmetics Tightline Full Lash Length Black Primer

When I first took this out of the box, I didn't know what to do with it! 

I've never seen a brush so thin and I also expected it to be white!

Just like all the other primers I've used in the past.

I was sooo impressed with this product that I would definitely 

add it to my top five favourite mascaras list for 2013.

Tightline Full Lash Length Black Eyelash Primer is a true game-changer in mascara and eyeliner technology. This multitasking beauty must-have uses an ultra-skinny wand to let you coat your lashes at their actual roots for the ultimate in length and volume. But the best part is, if you have sparse or missing lashes, the Tightline brush lays down black pigment along your entire lash line, filling in sparse spots for a full, beautiful lash line and the look of an eyeliner!

Never would I thought such a small brush would do much! It's an mascara that can be worn alone, under or over your favourite mascara. Perfect for anyone who wants full lashes with little effort.

The skinny wand also allows the conditioning serum to infuse a blend of lash-enhancing ingredients, including peptides, collagen, proteins, biotin, nettle extract, green tea, jojoba, and vitamins all the way down to the roots for the most effective dosage of nourishment and protection.

Application: I start at the root on top of my lashes and sweep out. Then I let it dry and do the same process under my lashes. Then I wing out my outer lashes. 

I do the same application whether I am going to wear another mascara over or not.