the makeup player

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I feel so behind, but I recently ran across this in a magazine and though I'd post it for any Stila girls out there who may not already know about it. Stila created this stylish travel case called the makeup player and it is basically a train case/mp3 player dock.

It contains five-best selling, award winning must-have products by Stila that is pre-selected for people with different skin tones. This is how you start...

So I chose the upper right, light...

It then tells me my kit includes:

eye shadow brush #7 - $20.00 Retail

lip glaze - grapefruit - $22.00 Retail

convertible color - camelia - $25.00 Retail

one step makeup - tone - $44.00 Retail

eye shadow trio - natural - $20.00 Retail

The one step is supposed to be a four-products-in-one deal and works as a primer, foundation, concealer, and powder. I am always iffy about products with such high promises but I am curious! In addition the kit comes with a beautytube dvd and instruction card.

Purchase this set valued at $250.00 online right now for $69.90 with code stila2 at checkout and get a free gift with purchase! Also, they are offering what they are calling the "Stila Concierge Service", which is pretty similar to ProActiv's automatic shipment service wherein they replace your supply for you for a discounted price. Good news, signing up for this service is NOT required to purchase this kit, just click NO THANKS and check out! Unless, of course, you're interested. Details about this service can be found on their website, stilacosmetics.com.

So what do you think? Something worth getting, I have to admit, I am getting super curious!

Why, Forever21, why!?

So I went to Forever21.com to stalk my recent online purchases and what greets me on the screen??...

We have such a love-hate relationship! Argh, don't forget the code!

I ain't gonna lie, I may be back real soon with yet another F21 haul. Stay tuned...

Forever 21 Haul

They got me. Again. So this is my second F21 haul this month and it's barely passing the second week. I am rationalizing it by saying it's my birthday gift to myself AND for working so hard last semester AND as a motivation incentive for trying to do equally well this semester. Sheesh, you can tell the guilt is getting to me. LOL.

So here's what broke me down...

This top was a new addition when I popped on to see what was going on in F21Land. Big mistake. I just fell in love with the drapey, off the shoulder style of it right away. And of course, it is in my favorite Winter color. How am I to resist?

This classic silhouette cut dress is perfect for the office. I just adore that little subtle pop of color on the shoulders. Which can be a very attractive feature of women when accentuated right. It's been sitting in my cart for a while, so I had to free it, you know?

This is just a basic collared shirt for work. It was in the Fabulous Finds category too, so it doesn't even count! ;P Of course, with all great basic finds...

Stock up on another color.

I will love this shade with the black and cream skirt from my last haul.

A great slouchy, casual shirt. This one has a zipper pocket detailing that makes it just a little bit more dressy than a bummy stay-at-home sweatshirt.

I LOVE this fedora and the color scheme on the ribbon. So perfect for Summer paired with a white, flowy maxi dress. Wait, do I even own one? Uh oh. What about that cute white t-dress number from threadsence.com??? Big uh oh!

Basic tee with zipper pocket detailing. I know it's very similar to the one above, but this is more for Summer when I don't have to layer or wear thicker fabrics for warmth.

And here's the grand total using the ILOVEF21 discount code...

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Yes, the color choices are very similar to the first F21 order post, being mostly grays, purples, and blues but hey! Be proud of me for the colorful ribbon on the Fedora! I am working on it. I can only justify fun prints in the Spring and Summer for some reason. It's just the way my twisted little brain works.

Here's another thing, I am lazy about accessories. Be it jewelry, belts, scarves, hats, etc. I purchase things with the intent to incorporate them into an outfit and then I just don't. So I rarely buy them much anymore. They must be "have to have it" in order for me to get them. I want to get back into it again though. Maybe in the Summer...

So In Love...with Forever 21!

Oh man, I was so so excited when this banner popped up as I logged onto Forever21.com! I am on their site once every other day because their stock is never consistent in the stores and is constantly changing online. I miss out on a lot of good stuff sometimes. But I always fill up my shopping cart and for some reason, just leave the items sitting there until they disappear from stock. But this time, oh man, this time I went cuckoo bananas because of the sale prices!

So here's what I purchased. At the end I have posted my receipt with all the prices.

This turtleneck sweater dress from their Heritage 81 or now AKA H81 line also comes in a lighter gray as well. I love how cozy warm it looks. Paired with leggings or dark washed skinny jeans and some boots and you're set!

This Dino tee was not on sale, but I couldn't resist! It was too cute. Perfect for a casual day or even the gym.

This Lire tee, fits my personality to the T (pun definitely intended)! I also love that it's a v-neck. I bought this in a medium so that I could wear it loose and casual.

I am definitely loving the high waisted skirts that have been around for a while, and then in a classic jacquard polka dot fabric and I'm as good as sold! Perfect for a sophisticated office look. I'm thinking heather gray cardigan and red pumps?

The deep eggplant-y purple of this top really caught my eye. I am loving the romantic flutter sleeves too!

It was love at first sight for me and this navy wool military inspired coat. I just hope it fits as well tailored as it looks! Love the whole look, from the red trim, to the belt, to the buttons.

This top got my attention for it's edgy, leather and studs detailing. Perfect for when you want to add a little rock and roll to your outfit.

I like this black sweater. It's such a great basic piece but has a modern silhouette with the deep scoop neck and bat winged sleeves. It's so nice, I bought it twice!

In a lighter gray!

This skirt is so adorable! Though you can't tell, the description says that it's pleated and satin. I am seeing this paired with a white collared shirt and deep purple cardigan. So cute!

Another jacquard type of pleated skirt with more of a floral flair. Again, perfect for the office.

This dress was not on sale, but I have been eyeing it for quite a while. So I caved today. I just love the silhouette. It's classic yet modern edgy with the zippered pockets. I bought it in navy blue, but it also comes in a brighter blue with polka dots. Not my style, but cute still.

A great pair of gray tweed slacks for work but with a more modern tapered leg. I hope it fits as cute as it looks on the screen! The size of my butt doesn't always agree with F21's sizing. ::sigh::

As you can guess, my style is classic sophisticate. I like clean, simple lines and dark (slimming) colors. I guess I am still in the Winter mood being that it's raining as I type this. Who am I kidding, this is my taste. So what? I need more cute outfits for my internship. When I lost my job, I packed away all my career clothes and went crazy on casual outfits for school. So now, I have to counter-balance that. (That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it!)

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Not bad for all those items, right? And it's free shipping if you spend over $75! The only con? Waiting for the package to arrive. :( So if you didn't already know (maybe I'm the slow one here?) log onto F21 now and shop away! I have a shopping cart growing again already.

I like the color combo here, it's very eye-catching. I also adore the shoulder detailing. Very Gaga-esque! Love her BTW.

I am starting to realize I have a ton of grays and taupe tops. I just love the color for Winter. This top has a sequin applique in kind of a chain link fence pattern. "Lattice" for the fancy people.

Here's another dress with a great silhouette. The color detailing on the shoulder adds a little simple flair that I am partial to.

I don't know how I missed these gems, but I guess it helps me to feel better seeing the amounts on two different receipts rather than one large total. (Spoken like a true shopping addict). ;P

***UPDATE****

Ugh, sooooo irritated with myself! Haven't been on chictopia.com in a while and forgot to check before I went shop crazy. But this is what I get, I suppose, for giving in...

(mental head slap)