URBAN DECAY'S Waterproof Perversion Mascara WILL NOT SMUDGE (even in this hot & humid summer)
Admittedly, trying new mascaras is not my favourite thing as I know that I’ll inevitably end up looking like a raccoon at some point in the day. My lower lashes happen to be freakishly long, which is both a blessing a curse.
If you’re a smudger, like me, then you know how hard it is to find a good mascara. Because of that, I have a very small roster of brands that I can rely on - CoverGirl, CHANEL, Maybelline, and, well that’s pretty much it.
As much as I love Lancome and L’Oréal mascaras for their volume building, clump-free, lengthening qualities, they will eventually smudge throughout the day so I’ll never wear them for a night out.
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In addition to the smudging, I also have the sort of lashes that will, without a doubt, lose their curl and straighten out again if I don’t use waterproof mascara. Yes, this is a thing and I’m very jealous of people who can curl their lashes, apply any mascara, and move on with their day. That, however, is not an option for me.
Upon receiving Urban Decay’s Perversion Waterproof mascara as PR, I was excited because brands very rarely send waterproof mascaras for review.
I tried it for the first time on a hot and humid day, where I was working away at my desk up until about 5 pm and had to attend an event later that evening. Those types of days are very stressful for me because I’m trying to get as much done as possible before facing an hour-long commute into the city. I digress.
The first stroke of mascara thickened and lifted my lashes as I applied it in a zig-zag motion from the root to tip. The second coat, which I’ll do for more volume, was even better with no signs of clumping along the way.
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As I went on with my day, I actually forgot that I was testing out new mascara because I didn't find myself wiping away any annoying smudges.
I got back home at about 10 pm exhausted and ready for bed. My lashes were still intact and it was clear that Urban Decay’s Perversion Waterproof mascara held up beautifully without any signs of smudging or flaking.
With the price tag of $32, it’s more expensive than its drugstore counterparts but cheaper than my beloved CHANEL mascara (which I’ll buy once a year as a beauty treat).
Well done Urban Decay, you get two thumbs up from me!
Photos and GIF by Nathalie Martin
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The Best Small Bags. How Much Do They Actually Fit?
Because of my height, 5'‘4” for anyone who’s wondering, i much prefer smaller bags for every day life. In today’s post, I’ve gathered four of my current favourites of this year.
From Loewe, to Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, there’s a mix of classic, and fashion forward for those wondering which bag might best suit them.
Make sure you click on the video below because that’s where my review happens!
Thanks in advance for watching and be sure to subscribe! xx
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Four Of My Favourite Small Bags
ONE. BALENCIAGA EVERYDAY TOTE XXS
What I’m Wearing: Balenciaga XXS Ville Top Handle Bag in neon yellow, Balenciaga oversized white t-shirt and black patent leather BB knife mules, Zara jeans and grey plaid blazer.
TWO. LOEWE MINI PUZZLE BAG
What I’m Wearing: Green Loewe Mini Puzzle bag, Zara white linen pant and blazer suit, Free People tank.
THREE. SAINT LAURENT LOU LOU BOWLING BAG SMALL
What I’m Wearing: Saint Laurent small Lou Lou bowling bag, Anine Bing sweatshirt, The Kooples leather moto jacket, 3.1 Phillip Lim patent leather ankle boots.
FOUR. BALENCIAGA VILLE TOP HANDLE XXS
What I’m Wearing: Balenciaga pink XXS Everyday Tote, Balenciaga white oversized t-shirt, Zara jeans, Alexander Wang Kennah boots, Saint Laurent Bold 2 sunglasses.
Photos by Geoff Martin. Video by Nathalie Martin.
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Outfit Idea: How To Dress Up Without Wearing A Dress
It’s not often I dress up, but every so often I will. Leather trousers instead of the standard dress keeps me true to my style.
Here I paired it with a sheer polka dot blouse from Zara that features a bow and voluminous sleeves. To keep the top modest, I added the Knix Evolution tank underneath which has a built-in bra, so there are fewer straps, and layers to deal with.
From leather pants, to pretty blouses, and pant suits, there are so many more options than ever before. If dresses aren’t your thing, just think about wearing what makes you happy but polish off the rest of your look. Keep your hair and accessories elegant and chic and no one will blink twice. ;)
WHAT I’M WEARING
BLOUSE, Zara sheer blouse with bow
PANTS, Leather trousers from Revolve
TANK, Knix Evolution tank
BAG, Balenciaga XXS Everyday Tote
SHOES, Balenciaga BB Knife Mule
RINGS, David Yurman
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Photos by Geoff Martin
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13 Hailey Bieber Outfits To Copy
Hailey Bieber's style is laid back and effortlessly chic, basically everything I want in my own style. Whenever I need some outfit inspo, I always turn to her. Here are the best Hailey outfits, in my opinion anyway.
I've linked similar items below so you can get her look.
1. Hailey wears a bright pink pair of pants with a a light grey sweatshirt, and Alexander Wang pouch.
2. This post gym outfit is perfect for running errands on the weekend.
3. Hailey takes an elegant satin dress and makes it day time appropriate by pairing it with sneakers and an oversized khaki jacket.
4. A white suit with a contemporary twist via Off-White sneakers.
5. The only way to travel - in comfort.
6. Another post gym outfit, this time with neon green biker shorts.
7. Love the Louis Vuitton biker jacket but it’s not the must budget-friendly option. Copy Hailey’s look by going for a printed leather jacket instead.
8. I’d like to know how many biker shorts this girl has in her closet. I’d also like to know if I can work out with her. LOL
9. Similar bright pink pants to the first outfit, but this time worn with a Fear Of God oversized denim jacket and pink Balenciaga slides and earrings.
10. Here Hailey wears a cropped Champion hoodie and high-waisted pants.
11. Colour coordination at its best. Take note blondes - camel looks phenomenal with your hair colour.
12. Fall is just around the corner and I’m already making a mental note that I need a gorgeous camel coat like the one Hailey is wearing.
13. Last but not least, camel toned sweatpants, with a plaid blazer, and a black beanie.
Photo source via Pinterest @woahstyle
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@LIPSICK | CHANEL Rouge Coco Flash Lipsticks
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Photos by Geoff Martin
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YSL's Newest Perfume Gives You The FREEDOM To Express Yourself
YSL’s latest scent, LIBRE checks all of the boxes of everything I look for in a perfume. “A new, sexy cool floral. Grown between France and Morocco. Conceived between Paris and New York. Walking the line between the masculine and the feminine...”
LIBRE means Freedom in French and is everything the house of YSL embodies.
“I am aware that I made Fashion progress, and that I allowed women to access a world of freedom that was prohibited to them until then.”
Yves Saint Laurent
Like most people, I’m extremely selective with fragrances. I don’t like anything too sweet, too floral, too fresh, and prefer warm blends. For reference, some of my faves are Tom Ford Soleil Blanc, Tom Ford Santal Blush, CHANEL Coco Mademoiselle Eau De Perfum Intense. One the days I wear florals, I go for complex and sophisticated scents like CHANEL N°5, CHANEL N°5 L’EAU, or Anine Bing Savage Rose.
LIBRE is stunning in every way I can imagine. If you look closely at my opening photo of the perfume bottle, you’ll notice I’ve already used a fair amount considering I’ve only had it for a week.
The bottle itself is a work of art featuring the iconic Cassandre logo that was created in 1961. The glass bottle is cut with geometric lines similar to that of a tailored suit. The neck of the bottle is adorned with a gold chain and the slanted black cap adds asymmetrical glamour.
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Burning bright with sexy orange blossom and cool lavender.
Flying high with sparkling neroli and juicy mandarin.
Blazing hot with smoldering vanilla and glowing amber.
Feel free to experience Libre through each of its facets.
Get YSL LIBRE now on yslbeauty.ca and yslbeauty.com. It’ll be available at YSL Beauty retailers starting September and comes in 50ml and 90ml sizes.
Photos by Nathalie and Geoff Martin
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A Look At Pat McGrath's New Foundation. Is It Worth It?
Is there anything better than a foundation promising sublime skin? Mmm… probably but even still, but this is probably a close second.
Over the weekend I picked up the new Pat McGrath Skin Fetish Sublime Perfection Foundation with high hopes. I’ve been following Pat’s career since I was a teen, devouring the looks of her runway creations in pages of fashion magazines. That was the 90’s people and yes, I’m that old and have been beauty and fashion obsessed for as long as I can remember.
For those who don’t know, Pat McGrath is an iconic makeup artist who has created looks for all of the top designers such as Alexander McQueen, Givenchy, Gucci, Versace, Maison Margiela, and Yohji Yamamoto to name a few. Her eponymous makeup line has been around for a couple of years now and has gotten quite the cult following in a short time.
The Skin Fetish Sublime Perfection foundation is her first foundation and comes in 36 shades.
I don’t want to give away too much in this post as I want you to watch my YouTube review, but I can tell you this: the results are disappointing.
I performed my wear test for two days while we experienced hot and humid weather conditions in Toronto. I was indoors in an air-conditioned environment for most of the day and probably spent 30 mins outdoors.
During this time I didn’t change my skincare or makeup routine. I also set the foundation with a setting spray one day and used the new Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Mattifying Primer the next day.
I’ll leave it at that for now. Make sure you click the video above to see my results!
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Video and photography by Nathalie Martin
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Pre-Fall Vibes
I know, it might seem too early to start thinking about fall considering how hot it’s been. Even still, we only have a month and a half of summer left, and I’m already dreaming of sweater + leather weather.
I think fashion people love fall because it calls for layers, therefore more interesting outfits. We can accessorize with scarves, oversized sweaters, and play with textures.
This fall season I’ll probably go back to my usual all black, but I’ll be layering in plenty pops of colour - green, hot pink, yellow, blue - you name it and I’ll wear it.
An item I'm excited to start wearing is this green silk scarf from Balenciaga with the chain pattern on it. It happens to be from the SS19 collection, but I’ve linked a few alternatives for you down below.
It’ll be a good one for layering with blazers and leather moto jackets once the weather starts to cool down. Now honestly, who else is looking forward to the end of summer?
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Photos by Geoff Martin