Have you tried Apothica?

I don't know about you, but I like my beautification supplies. From eye shadow to lipsticks to fingernail polish, all I can say, is ooh eye like it! Hence the blog name right, lol? So anyway, I recently received a gift card from Apothica.com and perused their site getting acquainted with the brands they offer...they offer a lot! So much in fact, I've gone over the site several times for a few hours at a time and have had the hardest time making up my mind on what to get. Sheseido, Bobbi Brown, Smashbox and many many more, the selection is incredible! Along with some of the aforementioned brands, Apothica also carries brands that I've never heard of like BECCA Cosmetics, It Cosmetics, Twist & Pout, Diane Brill and more. As I was going through the different brands I even noticed new brands being added as I browsed. I know things move quickly in the world of beauty, but Apothica seemed to really be on the ball, lol.

Image taken from the Apothica website.

At any rate, I must have spent 4 or more hours browsing (even enlisting help from my bestie Shan) before I finally decided on the Sheseido Pureness Matifying Moisturizer...

















I've been searching for what seems like eternity for the perfect moisturizer for my super oily skin. I'm hoping the Sheseido will be a good fit for me. I also selected the Stila Cosmetics Color Wheel Eye Shadow Palette...

Image taken from the Apothica website.

I'm really looking forward to playing around with the Stila Color Wheel because it comes with a pro artist lookbook that can be used to create different looks. This will be great for me because I'm still very much a novice when it comes to makeup application techniques. 




After making my choices, I checked out with my Apothica gift card (they also accept Paypal) and promptly received an order confirmation e-mail. I was really impressed by how swiftly the order was confirmed because I'd just hit the submit order button. Since it was late in the afternoon when I placed my order, I fully expected no more info until the next business day....but guess who received a shipping confirmation email a couple hours later? Yep, that's right! I've ordered lots of beauty supplies from lots of different beauty sites, but never have I experienced such a quick turnaround. I can't help but rub my greedy little fingers together in anticipation of my goodies :-)




Other things to note about Apothica:


All U.S. orders of $49 or more ship free via USPS Priority Mail and arrive in approximately 2-7 business days.


60 day, hassle free return policy.


Loyalty points - 5% back in rewards.


Guaranteed lowest price - 115% price matching.




If you haven't already been to the site, I suggest you check it out now. After all, you can never have too many sources for good beauty products ;-)


Let me know if/what you buy, I love hauls :-D


Later gators!






*This blog post is sponsored by Apothica.com. Though a sponsored post, my opinions of Apothica.com and my account of my experience with their website are honest and unbiased.*

Wedge Fund

My wedge collection thus far

Because a girl can never have too many wedges...and I definitely want more More MORE! Like these...

More Aldo...

More L.A.M.B....

More Boutique 9...

More Elizabeth and James...

More Aldo...

More Sam Edelman...

More NYLA...

I could go on but...

Eye want you bad!

More clarisonic...

More Roberto Cavalli...

More Balmain...

More Elizabeth and James...

More Alexander Wang...

Please and thanks :-)

Wish List Wednesday: All Leopard Everything!

For as long as I can remember (certainly longer than the current trend) I have loved animal prints. My top faves are Zebra and Leopard. In my opinion, Zebra and Leopard print are the new neutral. You can pair these prints with absolutely any color and if you're brave, other prints. Floral, paisley, stripes, you name it. In celebration of my fetish today's wish list is dedicated to the lovely Leopard!

Let's start with head gear. I love a cute hat, but the thickness of my locs won't allow for many chapeaus. This cute stretchy beanie is perfect though...





For those really cold and casual days, I'm loving this Leopard trapper hat. Perfect for Chicago winters...




Nothing moves me more than when two of my faves come together. This Leopard print infinity scarf is just what my neckline needs...






A skinny Leopard print belt is a wardrobe essential...your closet isn't complete without it. This belt can be paired with just about anything and make you look mahhhhhvahlous dahhhhling! Yes, I did just say that out loud the way Billy Crystal used to, lol.




I am imagining a beautiful red wool coat (any length) and these lovelies right here...smashing!




The Leopard print sheath dress can do no wrong IMO. This dress can be worn on its own, tucked in a skirt and worn as a top, covered with a cardi/blazer or topped...with a top and worn as a skirt. Oh the things you can do with a Leopard sheath. Loves it...




Though pricier, I'm also loving this make/model...



That's an awesome option for going out.


Another must have, IMO, is the little Leopard print faux fur jacket. Again, this paired with a red dress (I love red and Leopard print together) or any color combo is sure to give any girl the warm fuzzies (pun intended). I couldn't find this particular jacket on ShopStyle so just click the word jacket and you'll see my pick.



And that does it for this week's edition of Wish List Wednesday. What's on your wish list? Do you like animal prints? Are you lusting after Leopard like me?


XOXO

Wish List Wednesday

The Universe conspires with your energy/thoughts/words/deeds to either kill your dreams/wishes or bring them to fruition. What you think about, you bring about. Make sure you do your part to make your wishes/dreams come true by thinking positively and acting courageously. Many thanks to Paulo Coelho and his book "The Alchemist". I read it years ago and it inspires me still.

In lieu of cutting up my fave magazines, I'm going to blog my wish list. None of my wish list items are so far out of reach that I can't attain them, and therein lies the joy of my wish list Wednesday. What do you wish for? Is it attainable? What are you doing to make your wishes come true? Sharing is caring ;-)



I'm loving everything asymmetrical and rough edged right about now and this Helmut Lang is both of those.

More Helmut Lang...

Fall in Chicago calls for sweaters and I just happen to love all kinds! Sweater capes, sweater coats, sweater cardis, etc. Whether printed or solid, a cute sweater is a must have, and I must have this!



Nothing says glamour and fun times quite like a sequined dress. I must have several in many different colors but I'll start with this one...





I love stripes...of all kinds. Whether horizontal, diagonal, vertical, it really doesn't matter. I love stripes on tops, scarves, coats and especially this dress...






Kaylee Tankus' designs are right up my alley. Edgy, drapey, asymmetrical...what's not to love?




Though I'm 5'9" and a half, I love platform shoes/boots like I like to breathe. They're easier and more comfy to walk in and they make anyone look amazing. These Sam Edleman's are high up on my style priority list.



Nothing makes an Autumn/Winter statement like a signature coat, and with the cute ruffled hem on this sweetheart, nothing more needs to be said.





That about does it for this first edition of my Wish List Wednesday. Perhaps next week I'll have some sort of theme. Until then....


XOXO