YOUTUBE: Following The Wayne Goss Invisible Foundation Tutorial Using Armani's Power Fabric Foundation! 😲
For this video I wanted to try the Wayne Goss Natural Invisible Foundation Technique using some new Armani Beauty products that were sent to me in PR - the Luminous Silk Hydrating Primer, Power Fabric Longwear High Coverage Foundation, and Prima Smart Moisture Serum.
Wanye is such a fabulous makeup artist and always so much fun to watch on YouTube. I’ve tried many of his techniques and not a single one has ever failed me. I was interested to see how putting so much makeup on my face could possibly look natural, while putting some Armani Beauty to the test. The results are VERY natural and look seamless and dewy even in the daylight. Oh - and it lasted up unto the end of the day too. Highly recommend trying this if you guys have an event or wedding to attend and are looking for natural, beautiful makeup.
Finally, Sorry for the echo! I have a new camera that no longer connects to the microphones I have. Trying to get it sorted for my next video. Thanks for watching!
xx Nathalie
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DIOR Rouge Dior Ultra Care Lipsticks | Review + Swatches
Well, it seems like winter has arrived early and the timing couldn’t be more perfect with my latest LIPSICK video featuring DIOR’S Rouge Dior Ultra Care Lipsticks. If you guys are looking for a comfortable wearing lipstick this season, make sure you check these out.
I won’t say too much in this blog post because I really want you to watch my review. Oh, did I mention it contains swatches? Be sure to hit play and subscribe!
The DIOR’S Rouge Dior Ultra Care Lipsticks can be found in stores and online wherever DIOR cosmetics are sold, and retail for $49 (CAD) and $38 (USD).
DIOR Rouge Dior Ultra Care Lipstick
480 Fleur Bleue (dusty pink matte)
707 Bliss (brick matte)
989 Violet (plum matte)
DIOR Rouge Dior Ultra Care Liquid Lipstick
539 Petal (intense peach matte)
749 D-Light (vivid orange satin)
829 Jungle (nude brown matte)
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20 BEST Mary Kate & Ashley Olsen Outfits
Even after all this time, Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen continue to inspire us with their unique sense of style.
The Olsens are known for mixing high-end pieces with vintage finds that always results in an effortless and elegant look. They can rock jeans with a tailored blazer like no other, and for elegant affairs, they’ll usually opt for maxi dresses over the body-skimming ones most celebrities prefer.
Confidence likely plays a key role in the Olsens je ne sais quoi, but it's clear they possess a deep understanding of fashion.
Their luxury fashion line, The Row, has made the Olsens three-time CFDA award winners, a dream for any aspiring designer. Known for having "a sense of relaxed and timeless elegance”, the Row reflects the Olsens personal style, and I for one, can't get enough. I'll be looking forward to seeing how Mary-Kate and Ashley's style will continue to evolve in the coming years, but in the meanwhile, let's reflect on their best looks to date. Keep scrolling for more outfit inspiration from the Olsens.
1// The texture of a black croc bag breathes life to an all black outfit.
2// Practical footwear is ideal when you lead a fast paced life.
3// A tailored blazer is a core piece everyone should have in their closet. This navy one looks fresh and modern when paired with white sneakers.
4// Satin details for the red carpet.
5// These flat sandals show us that simple is sometimes best.
6// This outfit is perfection because it feels appropriate for weekdays, weekends, spring, fall, winter. I’m looking at my closet now wondering why I don’t own a turtleneck sweater.
7// An oxblood handbag looks chic with head-to-toe black.
8// A well made, tailored wool coat will prove to be a long term investment in your closet. Just look at how it elevates a pair of jeans and a crew neck top.
9// Here, an olive coat makes the look.
10// The twins sport long jackets with trousers for an elegant, casual look.
11// One of my favourite style tricks to prevent from looking overdressed, is to rock a pair of white sneakers. They’ll instantly give an outfit that cool factor we all want.
12// Elegant and timeless in satin maxi dresses.
13// Speechless.
14// Elegant in monochrom separates.
15// Here the Olsens illustrate how luxurious fabrics and tailoring can make almost anything black-tie appropriate.
16// Though often seen in practical footwear, the Olsens opted for heels for this outing.
17/ Realizing now that I desperately need satin trousers in my wardrobe.
18// Oversized clothing has never looked more chic.
19// The Olsens sport Superga sneakers during an event.
20// Leaving the best to last with these very chic head-to-toe black outfits.
Photos sourced from Pinterest/woahstyle
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The Unexpected Color You'll Want To Wear This Season
At the start of each season, I’ll pick up a copy of Vogue’s runway review. You know, the one. It’s that thick magazine that costs about $45 (CAD) and reports on all of the runway trends for the upcoming season. Well, I was pleasantly surprised to see bright pinks, yellows, and vibrant purples from the top designers like Balenciaga, Givenchy, and Burberry.
It’s nice to see bright pink in the dreary cold months amongst a sea of black and neutral coats. And no shade to those colors because you know that I love an all-black OOTD, but adding a vibrant pop of color is a great way to break things up and instantly lighten your mood.
Below you’ll find some of my favorite ways to incorporate this unexpected color into your fall wardrobe.
WHAT I’M WEARING: COAT, HELMUT LANG. SWEATER, ACNE STUDIOS. PANTS, REVOLVE LEATHER PAPER BAG TROUSERS. SHOES, ALEXANDER WANG KENNAH BOOTS.
WHAT I’M WEARING: LONG COAT, ZARA $179 (exact here). SWEATER, ARITZIA, CIRCA 2018. PANTS, RAG & BONE. SHOES, VEJA. BAG, LOUIS VUITTON, EMPREINTE LEATHER MONOGRAM BUMBAG.
WHAT I’M WEARING: COAT, OPENING CEREMONY NYLON JACKET. SWEATER & BEANIE, BALENCIAGA. SWEATPANTS, ZARA. SHOES, SAINT LAURENT. GLASSES, BONLOOK.
WHAT I’M WEARING: COAT, HELMUT LANG. PANTS & SWEATER, ZARA, CIRCA 2018. BAG, LOEWE. SHOES, PRADA.
All photos by Geoff Martin
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ACNE WOES. How Giving Your Skin Some TLC Will Get Rid Of Pimples Fast.
I’ve had some pretty traumatic experiences with acne-fighting medication so up until this point, I’ve been either reluctant to use anything other than my trusty zit zapper, aka, the Foreo Espada Blue Light Acne Treatment. Allow me to elaborate.
A few of years ago I broke out in random acne all over my jawline. This was before having the Foreo came into my life, during a time when I was exclusively using natural skincare. I went to The Body Shop picked up a small bottle of tea tree oil, took it back home, and slathered it all over the area in hopes of being proactive (pun intended) against future breakouts.
For those not familiar with tea tree oil as an acne-fighting treatment, let me catch you up to speed. Tea tree oil is an essential oil that is widely recognized and used for its bacterial killing abilities. It’s a natural way of getting rid of pesky pimples and has other uses, such as getting rid of toenail fungus and athletes foot. It’s also highly potent when not diluted and can cause skin irritation and burning.
Truth be told I hadn’t done my homework on how to use tea tree oil responsibly and what happened next was crazy.
My skin was red and irritated and I was left with a raw bumpy patch where I had applied the oil. After a few days, the redness went down, but from there, it slowly turned into what resembled a burn mark. It stayed that way for a couple of months before my skin eventually healed. That was the last time I touched tea tree oil or any acne treatments.
While I had terrible acne in my teens, my skin has calmed down considerably in my 30’s. It’s combination-oily and I’ll get the occasional spots here and there, but even more so when the seasons change. That’s when my skin usually breaks out.
Just recently I was experiencing a massive breakout episode on my forehead of all places, when I happened to attend an Estée Lauder event who happened to be launching their new Advanced Night Repair Intense Reset Concentrate. I learned that the serum resets troubled skin when used at night.
Okay, it sounded promising.
I took it home and used it after the OG Advanced Night Repair serum and before moisturizing. Then I zapped my spots with my Foreo ESPADA and treated them further with Kiehl’s pimple cream, which I just so happened to receive in PR. It’s like the universe was lending me a helping hand in the journey for clear skin.
I kid you not, as I started this routine, the swelling and redness of my spots had gone down drastically and in a couple more days, everything was pretty much back to normal.
This time I hadn't aggressively combatted my acne and instead gave my skin the TLC that it needed to repair itself. I also strongly believe that using the two Estée Lauder serums helped in preventing dryness that my skin might have otherwise experienced from the Kiehl’s spot cream. (Because you know, acne medications can dry out the skin and leave us with crusty dry flakes. Gross.)
Of course, every product reacts differently on each individual, but I want your biggest takeaway from my experience to be that you should give your skin the care it needs when it’s stressed out.
I fought severe acne in my teenage years and none of the medicated soaps and creams I used back then did me any good. (Mind you, hormonal acne is a different beast.) It’s only now, as I near the end of my 30’s that I realize that giving my skin proper care is at the root of keeping away pimples.
So, the next time those pimples rear their ugly heads, I’ll be ready with my arsenal of serums, zit zappers, and pimple creams.
Keep reading for my full step-by-step guide on getting rid of acne.
HOW TO GET RID OF PIMPLES FAST
ONE & TWO //
I start by giving the skin some TLC. After washing with a gentle cleanser, take a clean towel and pat dry. At night, Follow with the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II. This powerful serum targets dryness, dullness, and uneven texture in addition to fine lines and wrinkles.
Afterward, apply the Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Intense Reset Concentrate. This overnight treatment soothes the look of irritation and immerses the skin in 24-hour hydration. It targets pores, dullness, uneven texture, and redness.
Don’t worry, both serums are dermatologist-tested and non-acnegenic, meaning they won’t clog pores. They’re meant to be used together to soothe the skin when it needs TLC most - when we travel, when the seasons change, and when we get random acne flare-ups.
Follow with your favorite moisturizer for night.
THREE //
Now that your skin is cleansed, nourished, and hydrated, It’s time to zap those zits.
The Foreo ESPADA Blue Light Acne Treatment essentially shoots out a bacteria-killing laser beam that will get rid of your spots in a matter of days. According to Sephora’s product description, “It uses the dual power of laser-focused blue LED light and T-Sonic pulsations to address acne-causing bacteria, painlessly, in as little as 30 seconds.”
In case you’ve been intrigued by this little gadget and you’re not sure if it’s worth the hype, I can tell you that it 100% is. It cuts down the life span of my pimples by almost half and it never leaves me with scaring or burning.
FOUR //
The final step in getting rid of pimples fast is to treat them with the Kiehl’s Breakout Control Targeted Acne Spot Treatment. It contains salicylic acid to refine skin texture and possesses anti-bacterial properties to suppress acne-causing bacteria.
I’ve tried others from Mario Badescu to natural remedies such as tea tree oil, but the one from Kiehl’s truly works wonders. Also, because you’ve taken the time to nourish and hydrate your skin first, chances are you’ll experience minimal dryness using this product.
My pimples were gone in a couple of days once I started this routine and before that, they had been thriving on my face for weeks. It seems like I finally got a good acne-fighting routine that works!
Vanity Photos by Nathalie Martin.
Girl in bed photo sourced by Pinterest.
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GET HER LOOK. Victoria Beckham Stuns In A Pink Blouse While Visiting Toronto
Victoria Beckham stopped by Toronto yesterday for a charity fundraising event thrown by philanthropist Suzanne Rogers. Victoria was there to promote her spring/summer 2020 collection and couldn’t have looked more stunning in a sheer pink blouse and high slit navy skirt. She finished the look with a pair of suede green ankle strap heels.
She always manages to surprise us with her style and this one did not disappoint. Who else is dying to get their hands on a pink ruffle blouse now? 🙋🏻
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An ultra feminine pink ruffle blouse.
A classic high slit midi-length skirt.
A pair of green ankle strap heels adds just the right amount of unexpected glamour.
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3 Blazers Everyone Should Own
To say I’m obsessed with blazers is an understatement. In my opinion, it’s the easiest way to change up an outfit and make it feel more refined and put together. Even with jeans, and a pair of sneakers, a blazer will always elevate an outfit.
This fall I’m finding myself gravitating more towards the oversized fit. Taking into consideration that I’m being more conscious these days about keeping a well-curated closet, I have to say that I’m impressed at how this particular piece of clothing has made my existing wardrobe feel more current.
Earlier in the season, I picked up two of the same fit from Zara, one in black and camel (for $139 CAD each), and as you can see from this post, I can’t get enough of them. If you guys are in the same boat as me and don’t want to add unnecessary clutter to your wardrobe, I highly recommend picking one of these up for yourselves.
WHAT I’M WEARING: ZARA, Blazer. SWEATER, Acne Studios. PANTS, Aritzia. SHOES, Veja. BAG, Louis Vuitton, Empreinte Leather Monogram Bumbag.
THE BLACK OVERSIZED BLAZER
If there’s any piece of clothing that you should be investing in, it’s a black blazer. It’s one of those pieces that you’ll always reach for in your closet and will be appropriate for work, on a date night with your partner, dinner with friends, and on those casual days when you want to feel pulled together, but still want rock a pair of jeans and sneakers.
PLAID OVERSIZED BLAZER
I love a good plaid blazer and for the fall season, and I’ll opt for wool to keep me warm during those chilly days. My favorite way to wear plaid is with either a matching pant or leather paper bag trouser for a more badass look. Either way, you can’t go wrong with this classic.
Opt for a grey or brown color combo if you want something that will go with everything in your closet, or go for pops of color, or a bold, large plaid pattern if you’re looking to make a statement.
CAMEL OVERSIZED BLAZER
Camel is another core item you’ll want to add to your closet if you don’t already have it. The combination of black and camel looks seriously fierce. Camel also looks very elegant when paired with neutral tones like white, off white or light grey.
STYLE TIP: If there’s a blazer that you happen to like but it’s not oversized fit, simply go up a size or two to get the look. It’s what I did with my camel Zara blazer and I get loads of comments on it on Instagram.
Photos by Geoff Martin
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How To Master The Loungewear Trend
WHAT I’M WEARING: COAT, Zara, $219 (exact here). SWEATSHIRT, Zara $20 (exact here). SWEATPANTS, Essentials by Fear Of God. SHOES, Converse. BAG, LOEWE Small Hammock Bag. JEWELRY, David Yurman.
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As soon as the weather gets colder, I just want to wear sweaters and cozy clothes 24/7. My go-to outfit these days consists of sweatpants, a cozy sweatshirt, and a long coat, however, I’m determined to not look like I just rolled out of bed.
The easiest way to achieve this is by layering in some luxe elements such as a standout handbag (mine is from Loewe), some beautiful jewelry, and a pair of white sneakers. (I’m convinced my love of white sneakers will never die.)
It’s all about taking the cozy vibe to the next level and making it look more refined and grown-up.
Would you guys rock this outfit or would you swap out the accessories for something different?
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Lancôme Launches Their Most Highly Pigmented Lipstick Yet!
Lancôme latest lipsticks, called the L’Absolu Rouge Ruby, are so richly pigmented, that they provide full colour pay off with just one stroke. Inspired by rubies, you can find 14 long-lasting red shades in the collection. The bullet is even cut in a faceted and precise manner, like on a real ruby, to provide us with a clean and precise application.
These creamy, pigmented lipsticks can be found in stores and online wherever Lancôme cosmetics are sold, and retail for $42 (CAD) and $32 (USD).
LANCÔME L’Absolu Rouge Ruby
204 RUBY PASSION - light neutral nude
03 KISS ME RUBY - dusty rose red
481 PIGEON BLOOD RUBY - burgundy red
02 QUEEN RUBY - brick red (warm)
01 BAD BLOOD RUBY - vibrant red
”A richly-pigmented, luxurious, and long-lasting lipstick inspired by red rubies and designed with a crystal-shaped bullet for precise application.”
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