2014 Beauty Secrets

It's hard to believe that 2014 is right around the corner. With a new year comes a new routine, and for me, I'm excited to try out some new beauty products. I was gifted with several of these for Christmas, and they were some of my favorite gifts, while a few others I chose to purchase for myself.

1/ Stila Eyeliner / This was part of a gift from my grandparents, and I am excited to use this set. I love the array of colors that are included in the set. I always use dark brown eyeliner, so I'm looking forward to trying out new colors in 2014.

2 / Sephora Makeup Brushes / I don't have this exact set, but something very similar (and they are pink and sparkly!) I'm loving this set though -- and how fab is the case that the brushes come in?

3 / Rosebud Salve / A friend of mine suggested I use this, and when we went to Sephora last week, I decided to pick some up to try. It's a must-have for winter -- perfect for keeping your lips smooth (and you can use it on your skin as well!).

4 / Estee Lauder Lip Gloss Set / I'm obsessed with this set, and the packaging is adorable, too. With 6 different shades, there is a gloss for any occasion. This is also a $125 value, so you should pick up this set while it's still available! My personal favorite is "Cherry Fever."

5 / Bed Head Control Freak / I love the Bed Head products, so when I was gifted this shampoo/conditioner set, I was excited to have new products to use. You can't go wrong with a good set of shampoo and conditioner. Resolve to healthy hair this year!

The new year is the perfect time to try out new beauty products and implement a new beauty routine. 
Any suggestions? I would love to hear from you!
Hope everyone enjoyed celebrating a new year! I celebrated mine with SW and great friends, then spent time with family today, eating black-eyed peas and collard greens -- hopefully good luck for the year!

In starting off the year, I've decided to pick one word to define my year, a word to keep me focused and driven mentally, physically, and spiritually. My word for the year is going to be moment -- I am going to work on living in the moment, not worrying about past and future things. I am an avid planner, and with change looming in the future, I can't help but worry about what is to come. But this year, I am going to live in the moment. 

So, what did I wear last night? Though I drew inspiration from my NYE design, I chose something a little more casual than a fully shimmering dress for my night out with friends. What's even better is that I found both my top and bottom from Forever 21 -- I got lucky!

I fell in love with the skirt when I saw it. Though I had purchased some sequined pieces to potentially wear, I couldn't turn this skirt down. It had just enough metallic and shimmer to wear for NYE, but it is definitely something I can incorporate into outfits in the future (I'll be wearing those sequined numbers too!).





New Year's Eve


I hope everyone has had a great start to a fresh new year!

P.S. What is your one word?

xoxo.



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