FOTD | Friday

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So, I want to make this a normal thing... Face of the Day Friday. Quite simply a day where I show you my face, tell you what make up I used to create said face, and you can do with that information what you will.

Will I stick to this for every Friday? Probably not... but here's to an honest try, right?

1. e.l.f Flawless Finish Foundation
After moisturizing, I applied a thin layer of my favorite foundation all over my face and neck with my favorite e.l.f Kabuki foundation brush

2. Rimmel London Stay Matte Pressed Powder
After my foundation is evenly distributed, I set it with this matte powder. It makes my foundation last all day without looking oily or dewy. Plus, this foundation/powder combo has gotten me a few compliments on my complexion since I've started using it :)

3. Pixi Beauty Bronzer - Subtly Suntouched
Okay, I'm not entirely sure if this is a straight up bronzer or a bronzing/blush duo thing but I apply this to the apples of my cheeks like a blush, and sort of blend a tiny bit upwards toward my temples and down into the hollows of my cheeks. It's not intensely pigmented so you can get away with a light dusting wherever you feel you need a little color

4. Benefit Watt's Up Face Highlighter
I apply this to my cheekbones every day to add a little shine to to my look. The matte-ness of my pressed powder and the shimmery-ness of this highlighter work very well together

5. Lorac Pro Palette
My favorite palette at the moment is my Lorac Pro Palette... Sorry Naked Palette! Today I dusted the color Champagne all over my lid, blended Pewter into my crease, and added a bit of Deep Purple to my outer Corners. I then finished off this eye look with White as my brow and inner corner highlight.

6. Starlooks Gem Pencil - Topaz
After the eyeshadow, I smudged on some of this silvery eyeliner at the base of my top lashes.

7. E.M Waterliner - Royal Amethyst
I took some of this dark purple waterliner and smudged in into my lower lashes.

8. Rimmel London Extra Super Lash Mascara
My favorite mascara at the moment - lengthens AND adds volume :)

9. Chella Dazzling Dark Brown Eyebrow Color
I lightly filled in my eyebrows with my favorite eyebrow pencil. Be light handed with this, because your eyebrows can go from natural to dramatic within a few sweeps of this across them.

10. Be a Bombshell Lip Crayon - Shameless
I felt like this lighter maroon shade was the perfect lip color to bring the whole look together

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Fashion Tip | Simple Outfit Ideas for Fall

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Pumpkin EVERYTHING, brisk weather, apple picking, apple cider, Halloween, Thanksgiving... what's not to love about Autumn? It's definitely my favorite season. I especially get excited about the fashion trends that come with fall - sweaters, boots, layering, scarves. The weather is just brisk enough to bring out your favorite faux leather jacket and and pair it with your favorite pair of knee high boots. AND you don't have to hide your awesome fashion sense under a big bulky winter coat. Perfect!

Here are a few outfit ideas I put together that I thought could cater to a bunch of different scenarios you might find yourself in this fall. Whether you're out pumpkin picking with your best friends, or going out on a date with your favorite guy, these outfits will keep you cozy while still looking fabulous.

Outfit #1: Cute & Casual
perfect for a girls' day out

Plaid is a very fall/winter trend. Pair your favorite plaid shirt or flannel (it might even be the one you stole from your boyfriend or your best guy friend) with some skinny jeans/jeggings, a pair of knee high boots, and a light scarf. If it's a warmer fall day, throw a tank top under the plaid and leave it unbuttoned for a looser and cooler look.

Outfit #2: Cozy Layers
for those chillier autumn days and nights

This look can be easily dressed up or down. The colored jeans and flats give the outfit a classier look with the denim shirt thrown over a chunky sweater. Pair the tops with some leggings or denim/black jeans for a more casual, but equally as cozy, look. A fluffy infinity scarf completes the look with some extra warmth.

Outfit #3: Date Night
...or going to the bar with your girlfriends

Circle skirts are my favorite skirt for any season. In the fall, they can be paired with leg warmers and high boots, or some tights and flats. Either way you keep your legs warm, you'll look cute sporting a circle skirt. Throw on your favorite crop top to accentuate the high waisted skirt. If it's a chilly night, add your favorite denim shirt or sweater to stay warm but still look good.

Outfit #4: Plain and Simple

My favorite look for fall is just a big ole sweater over some black skinny jeans or leggings. Pair this outfit with some cute ankle booties and you've instantly dressed it up. I also like pairing this outfit with some knee high boots.

Put your own spin on these outfits and have fun with the flexibility that fall fashion gives you!

<3 Sam

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Beauty Tip | My Favorite "Beauty Gurus" on YouTube

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To go along with my Make Up for Beginners post, I thought I'd share a list of my favorite beauty gurus on youtube. I personally think they all do a fantastic job explaining different techniques, tools, and products. Their videos are also just great to watch. Some of them do more fashion than beauty, and others vice versa. I suggest you check them out, even if you're already well equipped with knowledge about make up and fashion.

• Lauren Elizabeth
• Hannahyep
• Alexa Losey
• Rachel Whitehurst
• Beautycrush
• Bethany Mota
• Kristee
• Emily June
• Miss Meghan Makeup
• Lindsey
• Meghan Rosette

I'm probably forgetting a few but those are the gurus that first came to my mind. I hope you find their videos as helpful and entertaining as I do :)

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