3 looks 1 palette: morphe x nyane (fierce fairytale artistry palette)

Sometimes, makeup ruts happen. Other times, there seems to be so much room for colour and creativity. The latter seems true right now. That is probably because of the Morphe x Nyane Fierce Fairytale Artistry Palette from Morphe. Talk about room for imagination! There are so many exciting colours and finishes to use. Though the palette is a collaboration with a content creator, Nyane, this was not purchased for that reason. In fact, Nyane is not someone that I am familiar with. Morphe tends to have lots of collections with people that I do not know...but I suppose I am not the target audience for things anymore. (That has certainly been a bit of an adjustment in recent years.) The palette was one that I was able to purchase for a discounted price, and well, the colours were simply too beautiful to resist. Normally, there are 2 looks 1 palette posts here on the creation of beauty is art. but seeing as the Morphe x Nyane palette has three different sections, it only made sense to do a 3 looks 1 palette post featuring the Fierce Fairytale Artistry Palette from Morphe. Take a look at some colourful creations....

because barbie can be anything, women can be anything.

I can sum up my life lately in one word: Barbie. There have been an awful lot of Barbie related events and experiences taking place over the last few weeks. It all started with a Barbie themed party followed by multiple screenings of the new Barbie movie, which stars Margot Robbie, Ryan Gosling, and a ton of other notable actors. Truthfully? I wouldn't have it any other way. My mom has always loved Barbie and collected the dolls then and now. No wonder my first word ever spoken was "Barbie." This iconic figure has been an important part of my life. I literally can't remember a time without Barbie! Growing up, I loved playing with my dolls and dressing them in all sorts of different outfits. I loved making my Barbie organize picnics and hold fashion shows. Most of all, I loved believing in her world. After all, in Barbieland, Barbie could be anything, do anything, and make anything happen. She could have a hundred different careers, own her own home, have an assortment of vehicles, and make her own decisions. Barbie always represented what could be....and I loved her so much for that. 

my favourite perfumes for summer.

Though I am not someone who designates certain perfumes "only" for summer or "only" for fall, there are some scents that I find myself reaching for more often during specific seasons. Since summer is fully underway (though you would never know it if you stepped into my home right now, since I am watching "Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer" while I write this) it only makes sense to highlight some of the perfumes in my collection that have been in heavy rotation lately. These are not necessarily summer scents, but these are scents that I love to wear most often when the weather is warm. 

review: rouge romance matte blush palette (jaclyn cosmetics)

I have placed myself on a temporary shopping ban. Not only is this a good thing for my bank account, but it will also allow me to catch up on some outstanding reviews here on the creation of beauty is art. You see, I've gotten a little bit behind. Over the last several months, there have been quite a few new makeup items added to my collection. This is either from shopping trips out with friends or items that have been gifted to me by loved ones. So much makeup and so little time! I definitely have more than enough (though that is hard for me to admit)...so I will be focusing on all of those outstanding reviews and then making the most of all the products that are in my collection. Today, the focus is on Jaclyn Cosmetics. This is a brand that I have tried out a few times before with mixed results. Some products wowed and some were so-so, but it is always hard to resist a blush palette. After all, I do love a good blush! Here is everything you need to know about the Rouge Romance Matte Blush Palette.

#FOTD: olivia rodrigo vampire music video inspired makeup

Sour, the first album from Olivia Rodrigo, was easily my most listened to CD in 2021. And 2022. And it might be my most listened to in 2023 as well. The number of times that I have listened to that album is bordering on ridiculous. Though there had been a lot of incredible albums released in the last couple of years, Sour was the first one in a long time that made me feel the way I used to. See, back when I was younger, music was my whole identity. I would listen to the same albums over and over again, memorizing every little detail. Those albums made me feel safe and seen and understood in a way that I didn't feel in my day-to-day life. As I've gotten older, my love of music has stayed the same, but I don't always have that feeling when I listen to a new CD. I might love it, adore it, and listen to it many times, but it doesn't necessarily become a place of escape and understanding. Sour reminded me that I could still feel inspired in that way. It reminded me that music was (and still is) still a safe place for me. When it was announced that a new single would be released, there was a little nervousness on my part. Would it be as good as the songs on Sour? What if I didn't like it? What if I didn't have that feeling? It turns out that my fears were pointless, because her new song, Vampire, is perfection. I have listened to it at least a hundred times by now. I love everything about it. The lyrics speak to imbalanced power dynamics in a relationship (which is a topic that I am particularly passionate about) and the music video is a masterpiece. It is raw and emotional...and features some fantastic makeup. 

current obsession: katy perry collections shoes

I remember the first time that I heard Katy Perry on the radio. Her unique voice immediately struck a chord and it wasn't long before I was a full blown Katy Kat (aka a Katy Perry fan). In the years since, I have continued to be a fan of hers and have posted about her music, makeup, perfume, and accessories on the creation of beauty is art. many times. Now? It is time to talk about her shoe collection. I had seen pictures of various collections online in the past and thought the designs were super adorable. When my mom gifted me the Summer Ballet Flat recently (which E! News included on a list of Katy Perry Collections shoes needed to "complete your summer wardrobe")...it was exciting to say the least. These summery shoes are totally my style and check off a lot of boxes. Ready to take a peek at the shoes? Find out why they are a current obsession? Here goes...

vacation highlights: montreal and ottawa

Ahh, travel. It is something that means a lot to me but is also something that is difficult for me. I am not very good with change...even if it is temporary change. At the same time, I love seeing interesting places and making memories with people that I love. That means that travel is part of my life despite my discomfort. (And all of the added discomfort caused by the pandemic.) Recently, an anniversary tag was shared here on the creation of beauty is art. and I mentioned that we would be taking an anniversary trip to Montreal and Ottawa. Want to know how it went? Here are some of the vacation highlights.