Thursday, December 31, 2015

Moving Blogs ?!

Hello!
I have some exciting news as this will be my last post on this blog website. I am moving blogs because I want a new, fresh start and a new format. I am still going to post about beauty, fashion, and life on the new blog. 

Hope to see you all there!!

https://thatgirlwiththecurlyhairblog.wordpress.com

Monday, December 21, 2015

Little Black Dress OOTD

Hello! So here is another OOTD post, but more importantly, I have some exciting news to share at the end. 



This is a classic LBD (little black dress) look that would be perfect for a holiday party you. In fact, I think that I am going to wear this dress on Christmas. 


This dress is super comfy and goes to about the middle of my thigh. I love how this dress is fitted, yet still pretty loose. I live where there is no snow and it is not that cold (the winter weather has just started!), so this outfit is better if you live where it is not to cold. If you need an outfit that will keep you warmer you could easily add tights or tall boots, or a cute cartigan and scarf combo and it would be super cute. 


I added a larger silver necklace that reminds me of arrows or a mini chevron pattern. For shoes I kept it simple and just threw on a pair of black converse. I also added a light pink, string bracelet that had a white rock in the middle and painted my nails maroon. 


Also, I have a coupon code to  The Black Tux>https://theblacktux.com
 which has amazing tuxedos, especially for parties and social occasions. Just use the code THEBLACKTUXNYE2016 for $20 off on any order made by December 22 (sorry, I know that is soon). 


Dress  Shoes  Necklace (similar)  Bracelet (similar)  Nail Polish (shade: 480 wine stock)  Earrings

Alrighty, time for the exciting news I promised. [drumroll please haha] 
I am moving my blog!! I am going to start doing quality weekly posts (for real this time) for my blog. My new blog is still going to mainly focus on fashion, shopping, reviews, and my life in general. I will no longer be posting on this blog because I am going to be moving to a new website for a new beginning.  


Hope to see you all there (:

Friday, May 1, 2015

Unboxing~ Walmart Beauty Box


Hi! So today I have an unboxing/ review on the Walmart Beauty Box. This box is $5 and they come out with a new one each season. Apparently the samples are free and all you have to pay for is the shipping. This is a nice box because it is super cheap and all the products are inexpensive and sold at Walmart. I got 5 real samples and 2 foil packet samples. Let me know if you got this box in the comments down below. 

The first thing I got are these Simple face wipes. I have tried these makeup wipes before and liked them, so these will be perfect for traveling.

I also got the Schwarzkopf shampoo and conditioner. These are a decent size and I can probably get 2-3 uses out of each one. The shampoo smells really bad, like chemicals or old play-dough. The conditioner smells a little better, but still not the best. 

Just like last season, I got another Dove body wash. It is orange and has a light citrus scent. This body wash is the perfect size for a long weekend getaway.

The last real sample is pretty good. It is the Lady Gaga fame perfume. This perfume is unique because it is a black liquid. For once, the perfume sample does does not smell like an old lady perfume. It has a distinct smell, that is pretty good [but no vanilla], and the company describes it as a saffron like smell. 

Lastly, I got some little samples and coupons. I received the Maybelline fit me matte foundation sample and a coupon. So I never knew this was a thing and am really excited to this next product out. It is the Nivea in-shower body lotion for really dry skin.


I also got coupons for Covergirl, L'oreal, and Schwarzkopf hair products. 

xoxo
Look at how beautiful my pool was today!


Sunday, April 12, 2015

OOTD~ Maroon Sweater

Hi! Today I have another OOTD to give you some fashion inspiration. This is probably my last winter outfit for awhile, since it is already at least 70 degrees in California. 
Just getting photo-bombed by my dog, Sneakers

 I am wearing this thin maroon sweater, midnight-black jeans, and chocolate UGGS. This sweater is one of my favorites because I have been into the color maroon lately, and comfy sweaters are always a plus. I have minimal jewelry on, just [fake] diamond stud earrings. 
This outfit is perfect for a cooler day. It is a great casual day transition from winter to spring.  

Thanks for reading!
xoxo

Friday, April 10, 2015

Huge Try-On Haul

Hi! Long time no blog, but don't worry I'm back now(:

Today I have a huge collective haul from Tilly's, Sephora, Ulta, Aeropostale and more.
So let's get started: 

Tilly's is one of my favorite stores and I got the most stuff from here. I was on the hunt for some spring and summer clothes [aka shorts]. 
Speaking of shorts, I got a pair of bright aqua blue shorts [I also got these in maroon and white]. These are the perfect length not so short that my butt is hanging out [ladies that is not cute] and not down to my knees. 
Another thing thing I bought was this shirt. This one is just plain black and crochet at the top with 2 tassels hanging down.  
I guess I was feeling a Coachella vibe that day cause I bought another boho tank top. This tank top is black with string straps that tie in the center with 2 tassels. There is a cut down the center [ I know scandalous... jk] surrounded by an Aztec kind of print.
I also got 2 packs of 5 rings. One pack has metal and jeweled rings and the other has brass and pops of color on the rings. I kinda love wearing rings everyday because I feel like they complete most outfits.
 
The last thing I got was a pair of sandals. Every year I get at least new one pair of sandals, and I figured I might as well get them before they get picked over. These are super cute plain, black strappy sandals. 
I got a simple, short black cardigan from Old Navy. Basic cardigans are hard to find and I had been on the lookout for a black one for awhile now. This one stops right where your jeans start and goes with a ton of shirts. 

I also got another pair of shorts [above^] froAeropostale. These are just your basic, plain denim shorts, which are my favorite type.

Next, I went to Target. I like Target's clothes, but never really get any from there. This time I found a plain, black maxi skirt, so I can finally get on the maxi trend (yay). 
So from Sephora I got the Tarte brow gel in the shade taupe. I decided to try this brow gel since I have some unruly brows. Let me know of any good tinted brow held in the comments below. I also got a pair of tweezers because they were on sale [and I thought I lost mine].

I am really excited for this next item. After wanting something for LUSH for so long I finally got something! I bought a bath bomb. Even though I am not the hugest bath fan, I had heard so many good things about their bath bombs [my friends had nothing bad to say] I decided to try one. I bought the Avobath bathbomb and it smells sooooo good. It is super fragrant and smells like a sweet avocado candy. 

Another beauty product I bought was the NYX bronzer from Ulta. This is a matte bronzer and it is the shade light.
American Eagle had their nail polish on clearance so I picked up 2 bottles. One color is a blue-green sparkly color and the other is a super dark purple. 


Thanks for reading! Comment your favorite stores down below!
xoxo

Monday, March 9, 2015

Versatile Blogger Award



Hi! I am here yet with another award [don't worry the next post will be beauty related]. I was nominated by the wonderful Lola for the Versatile Blogger Award. This is just another fun award that goes around and helps smaller bloggers get noticed, get to know each other, and get more followers.

The rules:
  • Thank the person who gave you this award, and leave a link to their blog
  • Tell the person who nominated you 7 things about yourself
  • Nominate 15 blogs/bloggers that you've recently discovered or follow regularly


My Facts:
  1. I have been out of the U.S. 2 times (Canada and the Bahamas).
  2. I used to want to start a YouTube channel, but made a blog instead. 
  3. I haven't played on a team sport since 1st grade. 
  4. When I move out I wanna live in San Francisco or by a beach.
  5. I have always had a dog since I was born. 
  6. I went to 3 elementary schools within 3 years. 
  7. Redoing and cleaning my room calm me down and I really enjoy doing that. 

My Nominations:
I am not going to nominate any specific people. I nominate anyone who is reading this post and has not done this award yet and wants to(:

xoxo

Monday, March 2, 2015

Sisterhood of the World Award

Hi! I'm super excited to announce that I was nominated for the Sisterhood of the World Award by the lovely Daisy. This award is a great way to get to know other small bloggers.

sisterhood
The rules are: 
1. Thank and link the blogger who nominated you
2. Answer the ten questions your nominator has provided
3. Nominate ten other bloggers and share the love
4. Finally, create ten questions of your own to ask your nominees and notify them of their nomination!


Daisy's Questions:

  1. What’s your favorite book?
    Harry Potter, Fault in Our Stars, and Looking for Alaska
  2. Any beauty secrets?
    Umm.. brushing your eyelashes before you put on mascara helps make your lashes look longer and just better
  3. What do you love most about yourself?
    I love my eye color it's like a hazel/brown/gold shade and my curly hair
  4. Why did you start blogging?
    I was bored and I wanted to give tips/ reviews and share my love for makeup
  5. What’s your favorite fashion brand?
    Tilly's 
  6. What’s your view on feminism?
    I don't think women should hate/ downgrade on men. I agree with Emma Watson's he-for-she speak
  7. Cats or dogs?
    Dogs
  8. Is there anything that you’re looking forward to?
    Traveling to the East Coast this summer and France in 2016 and upcoming concerts
  9. What was your last dream about?
    I honestly pretty much never remember my dreams
  10. What makes you smile?
    Pretty much anything.. I love to smile
My Nominations:

My Questions:

  1. Why did you start blogging?
  2. Who are your favorite youtubers?
  3. What is your favorite drugstore makeup brand?
  4. Do you have a favorite face mask?
  5. How many hours a day are you on the internet?
  6. Have you ever had braces?
  7. Any beauty tips?
  8. How often do you wash your hair?
  9. Texting or calling?
  10. If you could meet any famous person, who would it be?
xoxo

Sunday, February 22, 2015

Lets Go Through my Trash #1

Hi! So today I have a post where I am going to show you what products I have finished and review them. AKA Empties, or where I show you my trash. 


Dove Deodorant- I love this deodorant, it keeps me smelling good/dry all day. Even though I personally am not a huge fan of this scent. I recently have not been able to use scented deodorant because of my allergies, but if I didn't have my allergies I would buy this again.

Repurchase- Yes






Cocoa Butter Chapstick- This is my absolute favorite chapstick. I'm not even joking I have bought probably about 5+ of these. I have sensitive lips that can get really dry in the winter, but this product prevents them from cracking. This chapstick does not irritate my lips and I use this every night to help replenish my lips. 
Repurchase- Yes




EOS Everyday Hand Cream- Ok so first let me say that I cannot stand the feeling of lotion, especially on my hands. This lotion is very light and not greasy or gross feeling so I can actually wear it during the day. I just use this during the day and can stick it in my backpack to use throughout the day. The smell is a very light fresh smell, which is not my favorite but for only $2 you cannot loose. 
Repurchase- Yes


Tea Tree Face Mask- This is an acne fighting face mask that I use once a week. I really like it because it only takes 10 minutes and helps clear up my skin. Also, my skin feels nice and soft and refreshed after I use this.                     Repurchase: Yes
Daily Face Moisturizer- This used to be my daily moisturizer (I use a different one now because my skin got dry). This is a great light-weight, daily moisturizer with SPF. The only con with this is that sometimes it leaves little white things on your face (if that makes any sense lol).               Repurchase- Yes
Wonder Waves Spray- This is a spray you spray onto wet hair and it is supposed to make your hair curl more and make the curls look better/ more defined. If you have curly hair(like me) you need this product because it is a lifesaver. The one in the photo is not empty cause I accidentally threw away the bottle lol. I have curly hair and this product makes my curls structured and gives them a little more curl.
Repurchase: Yes 





It's a 10 Miracle Leave in Product- This is probably my 3rd one of these that I have gone through. I love this product. It gets out any/all tangles, smells good, and is just wonderful (even though it is a little expensive). Here is my in-depth review on this product.
Repurchase- Yes







Thanks for reading!

XOXO

Saturday, February 14, 2015

Liebster Award

Hi! So the Liebster Award is a tag/ award that helps new bloggers get noticed and get to know each other.
I want to thank Abby NielsenEllie Grace, and Beth Neale for nominating me and you should go check out their amazing blogs.

The rules are…
1. Thank & link the person who nominated you
2. Answer the nominators 11 questions
3. Nominate 11 small blogs with fewer than 200 followers who you believe
deserve this award and include their links
4. Create 11 new questions for your nominees to answerNotify those nominees via social media/blogs

I am going to answer Ellie's questions:

  1. Where would you choose to live if you could live anywhere?
    San Francisco 
  2. Why did you start blogging?
    I was bored and I had wanted to start a youtube channel, but I made a beauty blog instead 
  3. Favorite makeup brand?
    Drugstore: L'oreal or ELF
    High-End: Urban Decay
  4. What are 3 things that make you happy?
    when my hair looks good, my doggies, and having a good time with my friends
  5. Favorite clothing shop?
    Tilly's
  6. Favorite food?
    Ice-cream or pizza
  7. What is the last song you listened to?
    Style by- Taylor Swift
  8. What's your favorite fragrance?
    Victoria's Secret vanilla lace
  9. Where would you like to travel to the most?
    Rio or Brazil
  10. All time favorite beauty product?
    Rimmel's stay matte powder or Urban Decay's naked basics palette
  11. Hot or cold weather?
    Cold

My Questions-
  1. How many concerts have you gone to?
  2. Showers or baths?
  3. What is the temperature outside right now?
  4. Last time you went shopping?
  5. Favorite song of the moment?
  6. Guilty pleasure TV show?
  7. Do you have any pets
  8. Curly or straight hair?
  9. Do you wear makeup everyday?
  10. Why did you start blogging?
  11. Best makeup tip?

I nominate:

  1. Holly  http://thechroniclesofholly.blogspot.com/
  2. Dorotea  http://mychickchats.blogspot.com/
  3. Lola  http://lolahaider.blogspot.com/
  4. Lorna  http://lornaheartstoday.blogspot.co.uk/
  5. Georgia  http://thelittlepinkdesignblog.blogspot.co.uk/
  6. Sadiya  http://sadiyahearts.blogspot.com/
  7. Bobby  http://pressedpowderblogs.blogspot.ie/
  8. Sarah  http://sarahanne14.blogspot.com/
  9. Abby  http://whenrealityisntenough.blogspot.com/
  10. Hayley  http://sailor-stories.blogspot.com/
  11. Nina  http://ninaathinking.blogspot.com/
XOXO

Thursday, February 12, 2015

Netflix TAG

Hi! So today I have a fun tag that I found online about Netflix. I was sick all day today so I sat around all day watching TV/ Netflix.
http://www.businessinsider.com/netflix-new-logo-site-redesign-2014-6

If you guys want me to do weekly tags comment down below. Also, what other tags you would like me to do?


Do you usually watch TV shows or movies on Netflix?
TV shows

What do you watch Netflix on? 
normally my phone or laptop.

Do you use the Netflix DVD system?
I didn't know Netflix still did this! LOL.. so no 

How often do you use Netflix?
all day every day

How long have you had Netflix?
since June I think 

Do you binge watch shows?
most of the time

Favorite shows?
90210, Gilmore Girls, Gossip Girl, Dance Moms, Switched at Birth

Favorite movies?
White Chicks, The Interview, What to Expect When You're Expecting (can you sense a common theme?)
What show/ movie is your guilty pleasure?  
Dance Moms

Do you share your account?
with my mom and brother 

10 shows/ movies on you list:
Friends, One Tree Hill, Cyberbully, New Girl, Joan Rivers, Girl Most Likely, 
Lying Game, Safe Haven, Revenge of the Bridesmaids, The Switch
What was the last thing you watched?
Gilmore Girls

What should Netflix add?
The Purge, more reality TV shows lol

How much time do you spend on Netflix?
to much.. like 6+ hours per week

Netflix or Hulu+?
Netflix


WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO WATCH ON NETFLIX?


XOXO

Sunday, February 8, 2015

What I got for my 15th Birthday

Hi! So my birthday was January 29th, I know a week or two ago. But I figured it would be better late than never to do a What I got for my Birthday.

I turned 15 this year [I'm getting so old lol] so only one year till I get my drivers license! Can you sense the excitement? 

So here is the annoying disclaimer: I am not trying to brag in any way by this post. I am extremely grateful for everything that I received from friends and family. Birthdays [my fav holiday] are not about the gifts but about celebrating the past year of your life and another year to come with friends and family. 
So here is what I got:
I got lots of candy because I have a major sweet tooth. From chocolate, sour, chewy, to sweet I love pretty much it all. Tootsie rolls, Kit Kat [the best candy ever created] Jolly Ranchers, Sour Skittles, and Sour Patch Kids.
Okay so I never knew they had birthday cake gum, but they have every flavor of gum. This flavor was fitting for the event. I can't wait to try this new flavor of gum.
Next is a nail set. There is a pedicure set with clippers, scrubber, toes separators, etc. Also there is a gorgeous MAC nail polish, that is a sparkly green/turquoise-y color. 
So can we just talk about Dylan O'Brien for a second. I have already seen the Maze Runner a couple of times, but it is really good and I would recommend it to anyone. 
I seriously think I have bad blood circulation to my feet because they are always cold during the winter, and my friends know. And they came in this cute tin bucket that will surely become room decor.
My family has an obsession with Boston Terriers and my friends thought it would be funny to get me nail stickers of these cute pups. I also got 2 new facemasks, [I already used the other] which I was really happy about cause I needed some new ones. One is a skin peel and the other purifies your face.
I also got some super cute jewelry. A copper colored ring that says LOVE in cursive [it barely fit my finger!]. The necklace is from Forever 21. It is just a cute, dainty necklace with a sparkly flower and I have been wanting some dainty necklaces for a long time.
So I got some gift-cards [Sephora, iTunes, Forever 21, Tillys] and I can't wait to use them and do some shopping. 
I also got the Lorac Pro 1 eyeshadow palette. I have been wanting this for a while and I finally got it and was really excited. The eyeshadow colors are neutral and are very pigmented. 

And now time for the big present from my mom:
T-SWIZZLE 1989 CONCERT TICKETS!!!! I was super excited when I got them and have been a huge fan for a couple of years. I can't wait to go back and see Taylor Swift [the queen] perform.

XOXO