New samples are in!!

My November Birchbox came much faster than I expected...I was only notified Monday that it left New York. 

I opened my box last night and it was a little under whelming this go around but that's okay.  There is always a month or two where you're not gonna be 100% happy.  And either way you get to sample new stuff!

I did try the Chuao honeycomb chocolate. I thought it would be a little more "airy" for some reason but the chocolate was deep and rich.  I'm not a huge chocolate lover so my opinion is slightly tainted by that...so I let the boyfriend give it a try and he thought it was really good.  SO if you like chocolate, then I would say give this a try.  The ingredients are ALL NATURAL, even the sugars.  For this particular flavor the honey is even crystallized so it provided a bit of a crunch to the smooth chocolate. 

I also received this rose infused body serum.  The sample obviously has some issues as it leaked...the smell is INTENSE. I love the smell of roses but I'm not sure how subtle this oil will be on my body.  I'm gonna give it try anyway and will let you know how it turns out.  In the mean time I'll keep sampling...

As part of this birchbox, we're reminded to do unto to others.  So as we approach this holiday season and give thanks, I urge you to ask yourself - "What selfless act have I done lately?"  How do I improve and contribute to society.....we're all so wrapped up in our own bubbles that I think we forget we're here to make a difference and not simply live from day to day....eat, work, sleep. 

I hope you all have a very happy Thanksgiving.....until next time my friends.

Polish time

With a bit of free time this weekend, I managed to paint my nails and I think they turned out pretty good. Hopefully it lasts!!

I used Sally Hansen loves me not as the base, Milani blue and purple glitter polish along with Essie's silver glitter. Topped it off with a clear coat and some dry kwik.

This morning I added a little extra silver and I think my finger nails look like a starry night. Sorta lol.

Book I am going to start - the kitchen house!!

Accessorize or die....

Mornings are cool and crisp while afternoons swelter back up to the 80's...I know that 80 isn't that how but for mid-Novmeber that's a bit too warm.

So dressing for the day can be a challenge, I try to layer it up and keep the toes covered. I put a lot of stuff on today and as Chanel would say...took one thing off and it made all the difference. Accessories make our outfits and highlight our personality.

So add a lil blush to your face and a few bangles and baubles to your person. There are days to be a wall flower and days to work it LOL.

On another note I've been using French cream benta berry g-1 (not previously available in the states) and adding a little Vasanti liquid cover up to it each morning. It offers light coverage that hasn't made me shiny at all!! I think ive used an Oil blotter once this week. Downside there's no SPF in any if the product so I have to add that too - neutrogena anti age 110 SPF.

All these items can be found at birchbox!

Bohemian chic

It's finally starting to get cold here...so today I went for my best version of bohemian.

Comfy and cozy at work. What else could a girl ask for - well a mimosa would be nice.

Another sample tried and tested

Just busted out my mighty leaf green tea tropical for an afternoon pick me up. By just opening the pouch my senses were full of a bouquet....it almost smells like some exotic candy!!

The package makes reference to guava and pineapple and I can definitely smell those notes.

The taste is a light green with no after bitter taste. Smooth and a but fruity. This is some yummy tea.

Lips - love the natural look?

I bought this Clarins lips gloss while in Paris a couple years ago. I had forgot about it since it was tucked away in my camera bag, but it has since resurfaced and I remember how much I love it.

The gloss is sheer enough to look natural while providing a nice shine and moisture to my lips. It's Clarins Paris #13 so hopefully we can find this one stateside!!

By the way this is my first mobile post - yay!! Up next....what's she reading now??

Paint your fingers..and toes

I love buying nail polish. There are so many brands and options at every store you go to.  I was in Sephora last month and happened to buy this polish on a whim (the brand/color I wanted wasn't in stock) for 9.50. 

The color went on smoothly, the brush application was perfectly shaped (what's with the weird brushes in nail polish now) and two coats was more than enough to cover the nail completely. 

The bottle top is a little "chubby" and short so it was a bit difficult to paint certain fingers since there was decreased visability but I love the polish.  Here's a look after 4 days....