Nail News: Quick Tip

Hey everybody!
Long time , no see, but today I will be sharing with you one one of my favorite tricks to keeping your nail polish chip-free. All you have to do just instead of applying one top coat, apply two1 It's as simple as that. i did this with my recent nail look and it kept it looking fresh for a week! any topcoat will work for this, but i use Sally Hansen Quick-Dry Anti-Chip Top Coat :)
Do you have any easy nail tips or tricks?
xoxo- elizabeth

Update! + Announcement!

Hey everyone! I'm so sorry that I haven't been posting my usual blog posts but I have some exciting news! I've started a new YouTube channel! It's called ELAPictures and it's basically a short film channel with skits I think of myself. So far I only have one video up but I think it's pretty funny! So, if you enjoy watching my beauty and fashion channel, I think you'd like to see this other side of me. And in case you're wondering what ELA stands for, it stands for Elizabeth Loves Acting :). I'm very happy with my channel so don't forget to check it out! on a side note, I will not be uploading any videos or posting any blogs posts for the next week because I will be away at camp! that's all for today :)

What's been going on with you lately?
xoxo- elizabeth

My T.V. Favorites!

I have a lot of favorite t.v. shows, so I thought I would share with you guys!

1. Jane By Design
This show is sooo good! It's a good mix between fashion and her (Jane) everyday life. It's on ABC Family on Tuesday nights at 8:00 central time.

2. Bunheads
 This has become one of my favorites to watch! It just aired about 3 weeks ago and so far it's such a funny show to watch! It's on ABC Family on Monday nights at 8:00 central time.

3. Melissa and Joey
  This one has been on for a while but it's so funny! It's defiantly a laugh out loud show. It's on ABC Family on Wednesday nights at 7:00 central time.

4. Baby Daddy
   Even though I've only seen one episode of this one, I really enjoy it so far! the cast is great, especially Chelsea Kane. This show is on ABC Family on Wednesday nights at 7:30 central time.

Those are my top 4 favorite t.v. shows at the moment! Hope you enjoyed.

What are your favorite t.v. shows?
xoxo- elizabeth

Summer Must-Haves: Beauty

Today's post is about my top 3 must have beauty products. I have a mascara, a cream blush (any girl's must have summer product!), and a lip balm. So, let's get started! :)

1. NYC  Sky Rise Lengthening Mascara

This mascara is a miracle worker! It noticeably lengthens your lashes and adds the illusion of more lashes. Bonus: It's from the drugstore and costs only about $2. Score!

2. Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush in Rose Petal

I love this cream blush, especially applying it with a brush to get it's maximum pigmentation. Bonus: It comes in a lot of fun colors that flatter any skin tone!

3. Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm in Pink Punch

I love this lip balm on a summer day when your lips are so chapped! But, this balm is different because of it's pretty hint of color it has. Bonus: It smells so yummy and fruity!

What are your summer beauty must-haves?
xoxo- elizabeth

LookBook: Without Tess

Todays book is Without Tess by Marcella Pixley. Enjoy my summary and review of the book!

Summary: Without Tess is about a girl named Lizzie and her life with her older delusional sister Tess back when they were kids. It switches from Lizzie's memories of her and Tess's adventures together to present time, where Lizzie still struggles with Tess's death six years ago. it's defiantly a physiologic type of book that is unlike anything I've ever read.

Review; This book is defiantly a unique read. At some times, it's overly descriptive observations, for me, were a bit rough to get through. Overall, this book always kept me interested and I recommend it.

Rating: 4 stars out of 5

Would you read it?
  xoxo- elizabeth

Listening Loves

Today's post is all about my top 5 favorite songs of the moment.

1. Everybody Talks, Neon Trees
  This song is very fun and upbeat. It's got catchy lyrics and a fun toon. Neon Trees has a rock-pop sound that you can dance too. Rating: 4.7 out of 5

2. 1983, Neon Trees
  Another Neon Trees song, but their music is just so much fun! This song, again, has a catchy beat and lyrics. But, I do like this song more than Everybody Talks. Rating: 4.9 out of 5

3. Good Girl, Carrie Underwood
    I am a big fan of Carrie and this new single really rocked. It's a faster beat but still slightly country. It's lyrics are a lot of fun as well. Rating: 5 out of 5

4. Call Me Maybe, Carly Ray Jepsen
   Call Me Maybe is so fun and poppy. It's a lot of fun to listen to and a song that you'll want to sing again and again. Rating: 4.5 out of 5

5. My last favorite isn't actually a song, but it's still a music favorite. It would be Pandora. I love Pandora for listening and discovering new types of music. My favorite station at the moment is the Carly Rae Jepsen station. Check it out!

What are you favorite songs?
   xoxo- elizabeth

Nail News: Summer Favorites

Today I'm back with another Nail News all about my favorite summer nail polishes. I have colors ranging from neons to pastels, so there's a color for everyone! Also, there are many dupes of each polish to fit each persons own necessities. Let's get started!

This first polish is called Flip Flop Fantasy by China Glaze. It's a great, bold coral color. I love this color as a pop of color with a neutral outfit. The coral shade is also the bold color of the season.

This next polish is a really fun metallic shade called Celeb City from Sally Hansen. This color works great as a solo color or an accent nail. It's also the perfect pairing to a bold pink top. It also looks fabulous in the sun because of all the shimmers in the color. It's also budget-friendly.

This next color, also by China Glaze, is called Purple panic. it's a beautiful fuchsia color that really stands out against summer sun-kissed skin. It also has hints of blue to create a unique look. To make this polish really pop, wear it with gray or silver jewelry.

This next color is an Essie polish called Turquoise & Caicos. It's such a pretty turquoise color that's just a classic summer/spring color. it would look so vibrant against earthy fabrics and colors.

The last polish is from Essie once more and it's called Nice is nice. it's a beautiful pastel lilac color. It's such a pretty spring that can transition into the summer months as well. I think it would look amazing paired with more contrasting colors, like blue and yellow to create an unique look.

Those are my favorite summer polishes! Tell me yours in the comments!

What are your favorite summer polishes?

      xoxo- elizabeth

LookBooks- Monument 14

This is my first book review, which I call LookBooks. This week's book is Monument 14, by Emmy Laybourne. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It's defiantly action-packed with plenty of twists and turns.

Summary:
    High-schooler, Dean, is in for a wild ride,when, on a normal day in the year 2024, a giant hail storm hits his small Colorado town. Luckily, him and 5 other high-schoolers, 2 middle school students, and 6 little kids find shelter-in a large chain superstore. After other catastrophes  hit the town, like an earthquake and a hazardous chemical spill, the kids must band together, no matter what happens.

Thoughts:
   This book was most defiantly a page turner. It was full of action and unbelievable circumstances that we are not used to. The kids go through many different obstacles inside their own little world, from picking a "team leader" to helping each other through personal challenges. This book will most likely leave you with a mixture of happiness, unbelievability, and hope.

Rating:
    4 1/2 stars

Would you read Monument 14?
         xoxo- elizabeth

Update!!

Hey everyone! Long time no see, huh? Well, for the last few months or so,  I've taken a break from the blog. It can sometimes be difficult to get post ideas and keep a steady schedule. But, since I'm out of school, I've decided on an easy commitment to both my blog and my YouTube channel, Purplepower32. I will be uploading a video every Wednesday before 6:00 p.m Central time. For my blog, I will be creating a post 3 times a week. On Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, before 6:30 p.m Central time. Of course, i do have things going on n my life, so, at some points, I won't be able to get a video or blog post(s) up, but I will warn you on either a post or video. I think this is an easy way to keep up with both my blog and videos. Since I am human, I might forget one week. I forget things pretty easily, so I will try to remind myself throughout the week. But, if I forget one day without warning, it's probably because I forgot, so don't freak out! And, since one of my problems is getting post ideas, I would greatly appreciate it if you could leave me some suggestions you would like to see in the comments. Thanks everyone!!

See you on Friday! xoxo- elizabeth

OOTD: Ruffles and Hearts

So, I wore this adorable outfit on Friday a.k.a Fancy Friday. I thought this was super cute and girly, defiantly my thing. It was simple yet fun at the same time. Love it! <33

Non-Natural Lighting

No links today! Half the stuff worn I couldn't find on the website, sorry guys :(

What do you think?
<3-Elizabeth

Nail News: Sally Hansen Pink Satin

This color really is like no other. It's a gorgeous metallic light pink, with a teeny hint of lilac in it. All my friends have been dying over it, and, I must say, so have I. And, most likely, so will you. :)

2 coats, non-natural lighting

Would you wear it?

<3-Elizabeth

Nail News: Revlon's Chic

  Today's nail polish is a personal favorite of mine. It's this gorgeous dark blue-green cream shade. It's the perfect transition shade from winter to spring. This is my first polish from Revlon and I must say, it's great quality. I didn't have any chipping for 2-3 days, which, surprisingly, is longer than most of my polishes last. So, two thumbs up for Revlon nail polishes!!

2 coats, non-natural lighting

Non-natural Lighting

What do you think?

<3-Elizabeth

Trend Report: Grammys 2012

I don't know about you, but I love watching award shows. It's exciting to cheer on your favorites and dance along to all of the fun performances. But, the best part is the FASHION!! So, I put together this blog post based on the best and weirdest dressed celebs at the 2012 Grammys.

Best Dressed:

Carrie Underwood shines in this full-length, fully sleeved white jewel-encrusted gown. The black clutch is more of a standout against the white gown. Two thumbs up for Carrie!

Adele also shimmers and shines in a glittering gown, but hers is black and has three-quarter length sleeves. Paired with matte red lips, Adele looks stunning.

Taylor Swift always looks gorgeous, and this is no exception. Another floor-length gown, Taylor looks picture-perfect in this golden, encrusted gown. She really is a golden goddess.

Miranda Lambert is also wearing a golden gown, only this one has glittering silver lines up and down the skirt. Overall, Miranda is beautiful.

Now, for the oddest-dressed stars at the Grammy's this year.

Worst Dressed:

Fergie is wearing a see-through lace, orange, floor-length gown, with black undergarments. Defiantly not one of her best looks.

Nicki Minaj is dressed in a full-length red dress with some sort of face on the skirt and a weird hooded thing on her head. Though I must say, her escort, a man dressed as the pope, was the standout in this getup. Nicki may pull of some wacky ensembles, but none as crazy as this.

Who's your favorite and least favorite?

<3-Elizabeth

   

Nail News: Sally Hansen Luminous Tulips

Todays Nail News post has a very....unique, hard to describe color. This is like a light magenta-bugendy color. It's the perfect transition color to spring from the cold winter months. This is from the Diamond Strength No Chip Nail Color line from Sally Hansen. It also has a thin layer of silver shimmer and has a lot of nice sheen.

What's your favorite nail polish of the moment?
<3 - Elizabeth

Quick Tip: Smooth, Glossy Lips

I'm soo sorry I haven't been updating my blog very often, but I thought I would share a little beauty trick I learned to get smooth application for your lip gloss/lipstick.

1. Apply any Chapstick/moisturizing lip balm. This is a very important step to get you products to go on smooth, especially for lipsticks.

2. Apply your lip product. No matter if it's a lipstick or lip gloss, this little trick will help it apply more evenly and smoothly.

Will you try this Quick Tip?
-Elizabeth <3

Nail News: Butter London's No More Waity, Katie

I'm so sorry I haven't been posting as much as I used to, but I was sick and just needed to rest. So, this post is another Nail News post. This is a purple-gray base with more vibrant purple sparkles. This is quite sheer, the first coat all you could see was the shimmers and a barely there base color. The second coat, however, defiantly gave it a more opaque finish. The picture does show it to be a little sheer, though. Also, please excuse the chips, it's been a few days since I painted them.

2 coats, Non- Natural Lighting

                                         Heres what it looks like in the bottle. So cute, right?!

Do you have any similar polishes?

<3- Elizabeth

                           

Don't forget to check out this recent nail post.

Nail News: Sally Hansen Celeb City                          

OOTD: Casual and Chic

Today I wanted a super cute look that was also super comfy. My solution? Chunky knit sweaters!!! I had gotten a few for Christmas, so i was prepared for the winter season. It looks amazing with light wash bootcut jeans and a skinny tan belt wrapped around the waist. The ruffled tee added some chic sophistication to the look. I'm not wearing any shoes in the pictures, but to school, I wore my teal Converse for a relaxed feel. ( I apologize for my hair..it had been a loooonnngg day.)

Tee- KMart

Sweater- Macy's

Belt- H&M

Jeans- JCPenny's

Ring- Aeropostale

Would you wear it?

     <3- Elizabeth

Review: Revlon Lip Butters!!

Ok, so this blog post is special, very special. It's special because......I'm reviewing my new favorite lip product!!!! They are called the Revlon Lip Butters. You may have heard of them because they are oh so popular. Basically, they are moisturizing lip sticks. When you apply them, they don't feel cakey or drying. In fact, they feel the exact opposite!  Also, their opacity is varying, which I like because you can have a different selection for all sorts of people who like either super pigmented lip products or people who like more sheer products.  I also really liked the packaging. It has the same diagonal pattern, like on all the Revlon lip products. The packaging is a similar shade as the actual product. But, something that really seems to win the crowd over is the clear top. With this addition, you can see the actual product color, instead of a colored top, like the Revlon Colorburst Lipsticks have. Something else that really varies is the color selection. I also really liked the packaging.  There are reds, nudes, browns, pinks galore! The two I have are Peach Parfait and Cotton Candy.

From left to right; Cotton Candy, Peach Parfait

Peach Parfait is a light-medium peach color. It's the perfect my-lips-but-better color. It also has a nice gold shimmer to it.

Here is Peach Parfait swatched on my lips.

Cotton candy is a sheer, light pink color that adds a nice wash of pink on your lips. This has a creme finish.

Here is Cotton Candy swatched on my lips.

Now for both swatched on my hand.

Have you tried these?

   <3- Elizabeth

Ulta Haul!!!

Today I went to Ulta because I had a gift card from Christmas. I had got some stuff that I had wanted for a couple weeks, so this was a very productive shopping trip. I went today and also a few weeks ago. I got a NYX eye shadow in Golden, a Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush in Rose Petal, and an e.o.s lip balm in Honeysuckle Honeydew.

From top, going clockwise; e.o.s lip balm in Honeysuckle Honeydew, NYX eye shadow in Golden, Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush in Rose Petal

I love the e.o.s lip balm! It smells just like honeydew. It also makes my lips super soft. The packaging is also super cute and original.

This NYX shadow is sooo pigmented! This was the only purchase made two weeks at Ulta because I had really wanted a nice gold  shadow that wasn't a yellow gold. This is perfect because it's just what it's name suggests. It's a golden brown color that I'm obsessed with!

This blush is the coolest thing ever! When you touch it, there is an imprint where your finger was. It's also a very pretty color. It's a natural flush, but very buildable. The color rose petal is the color I really recommend. Here is a picture where you can really see the imprints in the product.

Now time for the swatches!!!!!

From left to right; Maybelline Rose Petal, NYX Golden

Have you tried any of these products?

  <3- Elizabeth

OOTD: Vintage Sophisticate- 1/16/12

This is the outfit I wore today while going out to eat and having a  little shopping trip ( haul up soon!). I think it's casual, but still super cute. The shirt adds a vintage flair to the sophisticated blazer and dark-washed bootcut jeans.

Blazer- KMart

Shirt- American Eagle

Cami- Aeropostale

Belt- H&M

Jeans- Delias

Flats- Target

Would you wear this?

<3- Elizabeth