ELF vs NARS

I have always wanted to do one of these on my blog so when I saw that Elf had come out with a perfect dupe for the Nars duo in Laguna and Orgasim I thought it would be perfect for my first one.

Obviosuly from the brands there is a very big price difference between the two. My overall opinion is that the Elf blush and bronzer is just as good as the Nars so if you can not afford to try out the Nars please dont miss out and try the Elf.

Left is Elf Right is Nars 

The bronzers are nearly assact. I cant even tell the difference of which one I prefer. The colours are almost the same the texture and the way it looks on my skin is flawless with both. The only little difference is that I think the Nars one does stay on my skin a little longer.

With the blushes the organisgm is a little deeper in colour but there is not to much of a difference. On this skin they both look incrediable applying the most perfect blushy pink colour. Both blushes are super pigmented and apply beautifully on the skin. Again like the bronzer if we are getting really picky the Nars one stays on longer than the Elf. The blush from Elf also has a little more glitter in it so if this isnt your thing than go with Nars

I find myself using the elf one on a daily basis, especially the bronzer, with a price point of under $15.00 it doesnt matter if you go through it.

If you are picticular with packaging like I am I bet your thinking that the Elf wouldn't be as nice! But in fact there are both the same in my opinion.

Overall if your on a price crunch than defitiley try out the Elf one but if you like to splurge on a quality product than the Nars is for you!

Imats Sydney 2014

Imats Sydney

Wow I have been planning this trip for months and cannot believe it is only days away! I am so excited to be going to Imats Sydney this year.  I am so excited to look at the exhibitors, buy makeup and meet other beauty insiders and bloggers. Like I said I have planned this holiday months ago so it doesn’t seem real that it is nearly here. I am going with  my boyfriend Nathan ( Nathan won’t be coming to Imats though, I couldn’t do that to him lol ) So we will be leaving on Thursday night and arriving around 8.00am on Friday morning. Imats is on Saturday and Sunday at this stage I have tickets for both but not sure if I’ll go both days but I do have tickets for both.

For anyone who doesn’t know Imats is a International makeup and trade show. Imats is hosted all over the world from Sydney, London, LA and New York. With amazing exhibitors of all the hottest brands of makeup and anything beauty related. Not only is the best makeup there but also the best Makeup artists and makeup professionals hence my excitement to go and meet some incredible people in the industry.

I would love to meet any of you so please let me know if your going!

Make sure you go check out the site www.imats.net

Stay tuned for lots and lots of pictures, hauls, videos and blog posts coming your way!!!

The simple things in Life

There’s nothing better than a house full of flowers to make your day! Recently I had some surgery (nothing big) and I was very lucky to have my house full of flowers. I find them not only beautiful but also refreshing and cleansing.  I love waking up in the morning, rolling over to my night stand and looking up at them. The scent of them instantly puts you in a happy mood! Well me anyway.

 

 

So I couldn’t help but take some photos featuring not only my gorgeous flowers but some of my other new, favourite things. I am in love with the MAC mineralize skin finish in Light years. I use this as a highlight and it is without a doubt my favourite! It has the right amount of gold/ rosie pink/ shimmer to me it everything you would want in a Highlight.

Next featured is a favourite of mine since I ordered it! I first saw these on HRH Collection video, to which I fell in love straight away. The Faux fur keychain in black, I love how this adds an extra something to my bags and you know how much I love the some kind of details such as these. I got this from EllandEmmCO – check out there instagram account.

Next is MAC Lipstick in Creme Cup, I don’t have many nude lipsticks from MAC but this one has become a go to product for me. I love how this lipstick applies and stays on! The colour is perfect for everyday or goes so well if a dramatic, bold Smokey eye.

Lastly a piece of jewellery that will never go out of fashion in my eyes anyways, a piece that made the movie Breakfast at Tiffany’s so iconic.....  A pearl necklace! I love when paired properly, how classic but modern a good pearl necklace can look. Teamed with either a Little Black Dress or Jeans and a shirt it always looks effortlessly gorgeous.

 

 

So there you have some of my favourites !

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Victoria Secret Makeup Review

When people hear Victoria secret what springs to mind is not just their beautiful lingerie or hot ticket runway shows, it has become more of a revolution. The term bombshell or angel cannot be used without thinking of the decadent under apparel icon. Not only recognized for there under apparel, bathers or gym clothes but it has become so much more. Victoria secret isn't only the place all American girls go to buy there bras and panties but for some a one stop destination. Myself who has experience walking into 8 of their breathe taking stores knows that Victoria secret isn’t just about their lingerie but has transformed into so much more.

 

The runway shows are iconic, any social light, Musician, celebrity or fashion stylist is all wanting the front row tickets to the runway show of the year! The Runway shows for me are what make the VS name, after watching my first show in 2006 and seeing the candy land section and than to follow up with seal singing crazy, was where I knew instantly that this wasn’t another runway show, but a theatrical production that has grown and grown over the years. Ever since then I have been hocked! so walking into my first store in 2013 was an understatement to say I was excited!!!! My partner said I had never looked so happy to walk into a store before.

 

The word bombshell or angel is very popular now within the makeup and hair industry. I believe the most popular term would be there signature Victoria Secret curl. Many girls spend hours to create this look, and why not every girl wants their hair looking amazing when walking down the street or making an entrance into a party. I myself have strived to create this look! I believe what is hardest is getting that effortless/ I woke up with these curls look. For those wondering the best way I get my Victoria secret curls is to use hot rollers. I have actually had my hair done by a wonderful hairdresser who has worked for Victoria Secret and she gave me a few pointers :)

Now not only the long curly locks but let’s talk about the stunning Smokey eye! The makeup artist create this stunning, dramatic look without it looking to over the top and effortless chic. The term they use often is golden goddess which has come from there signature glowing tan and highlighting, another look that many girls try and achieve.

 So the marketing team at VS where very smart. They basically packaged and made what they believe are the best tools to recreate this look. The very first time I purchased some of the very sexy makeup I instantly fell in love and it was on my hit list for my travels to America. Let’s just say I am obsessed and can’t say enough good things about this makeup brand. It is extremely affordable but luxurious as well.

My collection so far ......

 

 

 

 

I will posting a review video over the next couple of weeks so stay tuned!

 

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Suzie