current obsession: katy kat x cover girl eyeshadow palette

Sometimes, it is possible to find noteworthy makeup for a whole lot less. A few months back, there were a handful of limited edition Cover Girl products at the local dollar store. Talk about exciting! I am no stranger to Cover Girl makeup. In fact, it is one of the earliest brands that I can remember purchasing. Over the years, their products have continued to wow. The standouts are definitely their mascaras (specifically The Super Sizer) and eyeshadows (the TruNaked shadows are fabulous). Another standout? The Katy Perry inspired Katy Kat line of products. This was released several years back...but for whatever reason there were some Katy Kat Palettes at the dollar store recently. Cool Kat came home with me and it has been a whirlwind love affair ever since. Curious about this drugstore palette? Here is everything you need to know about this current obsession.

perfume week: kkw fragrance essential nudes (nude suede)

The Kardashians are my weakness. Though there are lots of naysayers out there...I really enjoy their shows and products. Especially their perfumes. Over the years, many different Kardashian perfumes have been added to my collection. (My favourites are Gold and Unbreakable Bond.) Yes, this famous family is well known for releasing makeup, perfume, and beauty products. When I stumbled upon the perfume, Nude Suede, from the KKW Fragrance Essential Nudes collection, it was a no brainer. The price point was a little high and there was no tester in sight, but the item was added to my cart. Since there were no KKW fragrances in my collection at the time, it was exciting to finally try one from the brand. Keep reading for a full review...

perfume week: daisy eau so fresh by marc jacobs

I've heard a lot about Daisy over the years. From rave reviews to must have lists, this is without a doubt one of the most popular fragrances of late. Though there are various versions of Daisy out there (take a peek at this list for some examples)...it never occurred to me to add it to my collection. This is because a lot of the fragrances that I enjoy are not from designer brands. Generally speaking, I tend to prefer scents that are sweet, light, and playful. In the past, I've found that a lot of higher end perfumes are too musky, too rich, and too serious. When I won a bottle of Daisy Eau So Fresh (on a bus trip in the fall) it was a real surprise. Partly because I never win anything and partly because I never imagined actually owning one of the Daisy perfumes from Marc Jacobs. The bottle and topper were obviously beautiful, but what about the scent itself? Was it a wow or was it another high end miss? Keep reading to find out as the perfume week reviews continue. 

perfume week: dolly parton scent from above set

Dolly Parton is a beloved icon. And for good reason! Countless hit singles and albums. Sold out concert tours. Big budget movies and TV specials. Books. Not to mention all of her philanthropy. (The Imagination Library is especially wonderful.) Dolly is a treasure. Her kindness and care for all is admirable and seems to bridge the gap even during times of division. There is something so special about her. I have been a fan for a long time and could not resist the Dolly Parton Scent From Above set. Back when I was visiting Frankenmuth in the fall, there was a bit of time to do some shopping. We were browsing the shelves and bam: there is was. Without a tester available, this was purchased without ever smelling it. I figured the bottle was nice enough that even if the scent wasn't my favourite...there was something to enjoy. Ready to find out more about the Scent From Above set? It is time to take a closer look at the set and find out more about the fragrance itself. 

perfume week: what perfume means to me.

Breathe in. Can you smell it? The unmistakable scent of your favourite perfume. Maybe you can remember the first time you wore it. How you felt. How you stood a little taller. That is the magic of scent. It has the ability to take us back to certain moments. It can boost our mood. It can make life a little brighter. No wonder there are so many perfumes in my collection. Each one has a memory and a story. Each one reflects a little piece of me. With lots of perfumes to choose from, my daily scent is typically dictated by my mood. Do I feel like something light and clean? Sweet? Musky? Complex? There is a perfume for every mindset. That is why it is an essential part of my everyday routine. A carefully selected scent can start the day off right. 

review: stila gift of light liquid eye shadow set

It is no secret that eyeshadow is my absolute favourite. When it comes to beauty purchases, I am far more likely to spend my money on an eyeshadow quad or eyeshadow palette than on a new lipstick. (Even though I do love a good lipstick.) There is just something so thrilling about eyeshadows. I love the different colours and finishes. And I also love that eyeshadows can transform a makeup look. They are versatile and fun to use. Almost all of the eyeshadows in my collection are powder. I say "almost all" because over the holidays, I was gifted the Stila Gift of Light Liquid Eye Shadow Set. The set includes three travel-sized liquid eyeshadows in three different finishes. Here is everything you need to know about these Stila products.

candle haul (bath & body works and glade)

Oh, candles. I love them a little too much. This might have to do with the fact that candles were forbidden back in the days when I lived with my parents. They were afraid that I was going to be neglectful and burn down the house. (A fair concern.) Since that time...candles have become a must in my home. The scents, the flickering flame, and the cute candle jars never fail to make me smile. They are a simple way to add a little extra joy to my day. Especially since I work from home! The right candle can be the perfect pick-me-up. Knowing how much I love candles, my husband braved the Bath & Body Works Candle Day several months back and gifted me a bunch of different candles over the holidays. Ready to find out what those candles were? What he chose for me? Here is a little candle haul that includes candles from Bath & Body Works as well as one from Glade.