It's Like BUTTER, Baby!

To start this post, I must say to everyone in the San Diego area, "Get yo butt to my cousin's boutique, DOLCETTI, downtown and spend some money." 
Okay, now that I got that out of the way... I was in there today with Gabz and we were visiting and hanging out when I saw a new line of nail polish, called Butter.  Now, everyone who knows me, knows I am an OPI girl to the core.  But, there are a few colors from this collection that caught my eye; they were different from any OPI colors I currently own.  The packaging is super cute and fresh.  It reminded me of the font Philosophy uses for their packaging.  I tried one color on and I am definitely a fan.  The color scheme reminds me of Hard Candy's pastel polishes from back in the day.  I love it!  There are some other cool facts about this product as well.  One being that it's organic.  I'm excited to see how this polish wears.  These run about 14.00, which is a little more pricey than most, but still 9 dollars less than Chanel and 7 dollars less than Dior.  A traditional bottle of OPI is 8.50 and that's if you aren't buying a special edition which can run 12 to 13 bux.  So, it's definitely in a reasonable market... People WILL pay.  So the next time you head over to Dolcetti and A Style Concierge, be sure to grab a polish to coordinate with that FABULOUS handbag you bought for Spring.

XOXO,

Lo Lo

 I'm wearing the color on the far left.

 The rest of the line, including: Base and Topcoats, Cuticle oil and remover and Nail growth polish

 I HEART the display unit!

I am a fan of this pastel/slate blue... Very different than I normally wear.

Wonder Woman Collection by MAC

Ok... So I checked out the collection.  Needless to say I wasn't impressed.  I was kinda disappointed.  The packaging was to be expected; it looks just like the cartoon.  But, the product is not exciting.  I think I pretty much have all the colors they are offering, just from other collections.  The one thing I did want, was the mineralized powder.  It's 2 highlighters and 1 bronzer in a compact.  They have it in light and dark versions.  I think the MAC at Fashion sold out of the light powder already, so I will check with 5th Ave to see what they got.  If they are out, then I will just take that L.  If I wanted it bad enough I would've copped it already, 4 sure.

XOXO,

LO LO

Monica's At The Park

Love a good coffee shop?  I do.  One of my clients owns a lovely little spot on the corner of Park and Adams in University Heights.  I went there today.  I took my mom and Gabi and we had some lunch and coffee.  I had a Chicken Pesto Panini.  My mom had the Turkey Brie Panini and we shared a bowl of Chicken Tortilla Soup.  Everything was fabulous!  I was impressed.  We each had the Don Tu Latte, which is Monica's version of a Vietnamese coffee.  She uses condensed milk, but also cuts it with regular, so it's not as thick.  It is added to espresso, and VOILA... You have a fabulous drink! 
The ambiance is awesome.  There is wi-fi and a beautiful seating area indoors and outside in the back.  Please go visit her the next time you need a relaxing coffee date!

XOXO,
Lo Lo

Get NAKED!

The Naked Palette by Urban Decay is one of the most sought after eyeshadow palettes in the cosmetic world right now.  I receive phone call after phone call regarding this palette!  It truly is amazing!  You get so much for the price and the colors are exquisite!  This palette's versatility is unmatched... I have yet to create all the looks it has to offer.  I just wanted to blog about it, because I have a few pics of some of my looks I have been able to create with my Naked, plus one more look I did especially for my new sister in law on her wedding day! (Love you Abbie DWYER)  The palette is in a long rectangular velvet chocolate brown case.  Gold writing across the front, "NAKED".  It comes with 12 shades of eyeshadow, ranging from light base and brow highlights, to tans, golds, dark brown, rich mahogany brown (Hustle is my favorite color), to silvery gunmetal, and charcoal colors.  It has a double ended 24/7 pencil with black (Zero) on one side and brown (Whiskey) on the other. PLUS, it comes with a mini UDPP (Urban Decay Primer Potion).  All for 44 bux!  Great deal!  NOW... I believe the next shipment of palettes are going to be a bit different.  I don't know why the change, but I heard that it's coming out with an eyeshadow brush now, instead of the eyeliner.  I believe the new price will be 48 bux without tax.  I will let you know what I think of that when I see it!  Here are the pics I have so far...  A tutorial will come soon... My You Tube has been neglected lately.  I will jump back on it soon!

AND the LOVELY ABBIE! (Love you sista'!)

Hope you enjoy your Naked Palette as much as I do! 

XOXO,
Lo Lo

Spring Lineup for 2011!

Okay kittens... We have awesome new items in store for everyone who is ANYONE!  First off, I would like to announce that Urban Decay is celebrating it's 15 year anniversary!  At the beginning of February, we are featuring a brand new, full size eyeliner set!  There are 15 liners in this set; 5 of them being new colors!  The set is 92 bux!  That's a 255 dollar value!  You are basically buying 6 liners and getting 9 FREE!!!!  If you haven't already used our 24/7 Glide On liners, then HANDLE THAT!  They are cream based waterproof pencils that DO NOT tug at your lid and they set within 45 seconds to a minute.  You definitely need makeup remover to get it off.  I am stoked on this set.  I would wear EVERY COLOR!

We also have shadow sticks hittin' stores next month.  They are super creamy and dry to a waterproof finish!  Awesome to use as a base, thicker liner, or just alone!  Peep the look we created at work today!

Next up!!!  We have cream blushes, an eyelash growth serum (45 bux), which I tried for the first time tonight... 

DAY 1:

Results are supposed to be visible in just 2 weeks.  I will be the judge of that!  LOL  We also came out with a CURLING MASCARA, a mascara for false lashes, and 2 new nude lipliners!  I am stoked on the Spring selection!  I will keep you posted!  Come see me at my counter to get your hands on your new gear!  Macy's Fashion Valley!  (San Diego, CA)

XOXO,

Lo Lo

New Year... New Swag!

I am in the process of redoing my apartment... I have some chairs that were just given to me when I bounced outta the rents place 7 years ago.  They USED to be white... Needless to say, I need to get some new gear and get rid of old.  I am a huge fan of peacock feathers.  I love the vibrancy and colors involved!  So, I am focusing on that as my color palette and incorporating a "Vintage Glamour" sort of feel.   

I bought this couch today!  This is not my place.  It is the picture of it I found online.  I got this piece for 155.00!  It looks black, but is called Merlot.  It is a deep eggplant color!  GORGEOUS!  It also folds down to make a place to lay.  I'm thinking teal pillows with it.

These other pictures are just for inspiration, the colors will be different and my personal "flavor" will be added.

I will post actual pictures of my place when it is complete!   LO LO 

ALEXANDER MC QUEEN! ... My next pair of SHADES!

I have been wanting some bomb diggity aviators for awhile and haven't been able to find JUST THE RIGHT PAIR... UNTIL NOW!!!  I was at Nordies the other day and I found some Alexander McQueen's that are absolutely perf!  They are bronze, with amber lenses.  They have a skull head on either side with amber stones inlaid for the eyes.  Let me know what you think, for they will be my next pair of designer lenses... :)  They run about 360 bux.  My D&G's were 275 bux and have been worth every penny...  So I am looking forward to the time I can make this next major investment.

XOXO,

Lo Lo