My Christmas Wishlist: Top 5

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1- I have had the same blow dryer for about 5 years, but it is starting to finally give out. I have been looking for a new one for a couple of months; when I saw this one online at Sephora it landed on my 'Top 5 List.  Dry Bar came out with a holiday kit that comes with the blow dryer, a detangler brush, a medium round brush, volumizing shampoo and conditioner, and volumizing hairspray. I definitely hope to find this under the tree.

2- I am a visual person, so when I don't write down something I need to do, I tend to forget. I have been wanting a nice and functional day book and just haven't been able to find a good one until... now!

3 and 4- I love jewelry, especially bracelets. My Mom has a few Alex and Ani bracelets and they are beautiful. I love how the charm dangles, but are not uncomfortable, yet seem so simple and elegant.

5- Sadly, I recently broke my Beats. I absolutely loved them and really used them so much. I wore them anytime I was watching youtube videos or music. I absolutely love the color of these above.

What's on your Christmas Wishlist?

-Blush in a Rush

Beauty Gifts For The Holidays under $25

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Happy Friday!
It can sometimes be a struggle to find good quality items
that are under $25. I love makeup so when all of my favorite cosmetic brands come out with their holiday sets I get so excited! You get a lot of bang for your buck with these holiday sets. They are great gifts to give or receive.

-Blush in a Rush

My Favorite Sigma Makeup Brushes

 

F05- Small Contour: This is great to sculpt cheekbones.

F40- Large Angled Contour: This is great to use if you want a subtle contour or you can use it for blush.

F10- Powder / Blush: I use the brush for all over face powder

F50- Duo Fiber: This is a great blending tool to blend out the harsh lines.

F86- Tapered Kabuki: This brush is great to blend out concealer under the eyes.

F80- Flat Kabuki: I use this brush for applying / buffing foundation on to the skin.

E40- Tapered Blending: Good to contour the nose or to buff out a color in your crease.

E25- Blending: I use the blending brush to put shadow in my crease or I use the brush to buff out my eyeshadow in the crease.

E30- Pencil: I use this pencil brush under my lash line to add shadow.

E65- Small Angle: I love using this angle brush for my brows but you can also use it for gel eyeliner.

Today, I want to show you my favorite Sigma Makeup Brushes. 

I have used Sigma Brushes for a year now and love them! The bristles are soft while still getting the job done and they are relatively inexpensive for the quality all away to the handle to the bristles. I highly recommend.

P.S: Sigma is having a Black Friday sale on NOVEMBER 27-28. Mark your calendar!

-Blush in a Rush 

Stocking Stuffers For The Beauty Lover

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Happy Monday!

I used to think about stocking stuffers as little odds and ends, things I would use for a while and forget about shortly thereafter. Things have changed in the past several years! 

For the girl that loves all things beauty related, Santa should not have a problem finding unique and fun gifts.
So many of my favorite brands offer fun holiday gift sets that are perfect for stuffing someones stocking.

-Blush in a Rush

Fall Trend: Fringe Benefit with HM

Top: American Eagle / Cardigan: H&M  / Jeans: American Eagle /

Shoes: White Mountain (similar) / Necklace: Gold Knot Necklace [can't remember](similar) / Sunglasses: Crap Eye Wear / Bag:

Forever 21 / Lips: Covergirl 'Euphoria' / Nails: OPI 'Jade is the New Black'

Happy Monday!

Fringe is a big trend for fall and while I didn't want a closet full of it, I have been craving a cardigan with fringe. I didn't want to spend a lot of money on a trend that could fade quickly, so when I saw this style at H&M for only $35 I just had to grab it. The cardigan is subtle with the fridge, unlike a few I have seen. If you're like me and want to satisfy a fringe craving without breaking the bank, I recommend this one from H&M.

Are you gonna try the Fringe Trend?

-Blush in a Rush

Go Green with OPI for Fall

                             

My favorite nail polish brand is OPI. The formula is great; it's creamy and easy to apply especially with the bigger brush applicator. 

I recently picked up this color 'Jade is the New Black'. It is gorgeous! The dark green color is very opaque and is a perfect unexpected color that will be great with my new cozy flannels and transition right into the holidays with some cute holiday sweaters. The color is a must have for this season!

You can get 'Jade is the New Black' here and here.

What is your go to nail polish color for fall?

-Blush in a Rush

How to Wear: J.Crew Blazer 3 Different Ways Part One

 Top: J.Crew / Blazer: J.Crew / Jeans: American Eagle / Boots: Target [old] (similar) / Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Classic Clubmaster / Necklace: J.Crew and Eve's Addiction / Nail Polish: OPI 'My Point Exactly' (here and here) / Lips: Lipliner- Jordana 'Tawny'

In the past, I felt as though I couldn't really wear a pattern or statement piece a variety of ways, at least that tends to be the trend with statement or pattern pieces that I have purchased in the past. I would wear them only a handful of times, all the same way, but not anymore! 

Now I try to think outside the box and remind myself that the only limitations are in my mind. I love color, textures, and patterns. Feeling comfortable is very important to me; so is feeling put together without spending tons of time staring in my closet.

Mixing patterns, textures, statement pieces and unexpected colors give me so many looks for my investment, and it also defines my style. There is indeed a difference between inexpensive, trendy styles and more costly investment pieces. They both serve a purpose in my closet ... and budget.

I love this J.Crew Factory blazer; it is amazing! It's comfortable but still has structure. I love the pattern and colors, and it will never go out of style. ( I love me some plaid.)

I have decided to write a three part series showing how I am going to wear this J.Crew blackwatch blazer a minimum of three different ways to spice up my fall style.  This jacket is going to be an important piece in my closet this fall and winter, especially because I know I can throw it on with so many things and get out of the door in a rush.

In the first of three part series I wear the blazer in a more expected way, and one that most of us tend to feel more comfortable....paired with denim jeans. This look makes the blazer feel more casual while still feeling put together.  

I also mixed grey stripes with the blackwatch plaid. This is a great fitting J.Crew tee and very versatile and comfy. I feel like the plaid blackwatch blazer is an unexpected choice to wear over grey stripes and dresses up my tee.

Do you like mixing patterns and putting together unexpected looks?

-Blush in a Rush