7 Shades of Valentine's Day - OPI's "Big Apple Red"

A gorgeous red from OPI
(next to Vanilla Snowflake candle from Bath and Body Works)

Here is day two of my "7 Shades of Valentine's Day" series where I am posting a different nail shade every day leading up to Valentine's Day.

I have recently become an OPI convert. I don't know why I was always so uninterested in this brand. Was it the price (granted $9 is a lot more affordable to me now than when I was 13)? The ridiculous names (okay, some of them are pretty funny)? The new collections every three days (or so it seemed)? What ever the reason, I am happy to say I am so over it! In fact, I've become a bit obsessed! I'm not ready to abandon the Essie ship quite yet, but I have purchased a little OPI row boat to hook onto the back. (I promise I'm done with terrible nautical metaphors).

OPI "Big Apple Red"

This shade is Big Apple Red and it's a gorgeous cherry red. I think everyone needs this red in their nail polish collection - it's that darn gorgeous! I'm actually not a big fan of red nail polish at all so the fact that I'm raving about this shade is a little surprising to me. I have a feeling I will be coming back to this polish every Valentine's Day season.

What's your favorite red nail polish? Do tell! And stay tuned for another Valentine's Day polish tomorrow!

xoxo,
A

Ten Affordable Pink Lips for Valentine's Day

With so many pretty choices how can you choose just one?
(shown in order listed below)

I bring to you ten gorgeous and affordable pinks for Valentine's Day. I have picked out ten different shades from light to bold and everything in between so there is sure to be one for you! 

Ten gorgeous and affordable pinks for Valentine's Day!
(shown in the order listed below)

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain "Sweet Pink" - I love the Jordana Balm Stains because they are inexpensive, easy to apply and have an amazing shade selection. This light pink is super wearable because it doesn't lean too cool or too warm. This is a great everyday shade that will be perfect paired with jeans, flats, and a cardigan for a low key celebration. 

Rimmel Show Off Lip Lacquer "Apocaliptic" - The Show Off Lip Lacquers from Rimmel are some of my favorite lip products ever because they are fiercely pigmented and so darn affordable. Apocaliptic is a gorgeous bright pink shade that you have got to get your hands on, even if you're not a pink person. It's just so pretty! This shade would be perfect paired with a leather jacket and some kick-ass boots. 

Victoria's Secret Beauty Rush Lip Gloss "Mango Madness" - I may be cheating a little bit because I don't think this lip gloss is still available, but it's too pretty to not be included! Do not let the name fool you - this is not the color of a mango! I love to use this lip gloss over lip stick to give it more dimension. The sparkles are so beautiful. This would be a great lip to pair with a flowy dress. 

NYX Mega Shine Lip Gloss "Dolly Girl" - This lip gloss has recently become an obsession of mine. I picked it up from Ulta after seeing it featured in Ingrid's (missglamorazzi) January favorites and I am in L-O-V-E! This is the perfect hot pink gloss - it looks scary in the tube, but is actually very wearable because it comes out kind of sheer, but is easily buildable. This lip gloss would be great paired with anything! 

Revlon Lip Butter "Sweet Tart" - If you like Revlon Lip Butters and you're a fan of pink you probably already have this in your collection! Sweet Tart is a very pretty bright pink that I think would look great for a day time date - maybe out to lunch or shopping! The formula is very moisturizing and lasts about five to six hours on me so you don't have to worry about touching up during your fun day date! I picture this lip paired with an oversize (heart) sweater and leggings.

E.L.F. Hypershine Gloss "Pink Pop" - If you're looking for a pink that leans a little fuchsia than this gloss if for you! It's a little on the sticky side though, but for only $1 it's totally worth it! Apply this to the center of your bottom lip for fuller looking lips. Wouldn't this color be gorgeous with classic outfit such as jeans and a statement blazer? I think so!

Revlon Colorburst Lacquer Balm "Vivacious" - This is a gorgeous bright pink with an extreme glossy finish! If you don't like shimmer, don't worry because there is none to be found in this bold shade. Pair this with an LBD to sass it up a bit. 

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream "Instanbul" - This soft pink nude is very similar to the Jordana Balm Stain, but more nude and with a matte finish. I am a big fan of the Soft Matte Lip Creams from NYX. The formula is very comfortable and there is a huge shade selection. This would be great with an LPD (little pink dress)! 

Maybelline ColorSensational The Vivids "Wild Rose" - How can I put into words how much I love this color? This lipstick is a bright, bold rosy pink and is absolutely stunning. I want to pair this with dark blue jeggings, a simple tee, and kitten heels. 

Cover Girl Lip Perfection Lip Color "Bombshell" - The last pink lip color I bring to you is a little on the purple side, but still bright, bold, and gorgeous. I definitely think of a bombshell wearing this. Pair it with a printed crop top and black circle skirt for the unexpected bombshell look. 

That wraps it up for my list of ten affordable pink lips for Valentine's Day. What are you wearing on your lips for Valentine's Day? Also, stay tuned for my red version! 

xoxo,

A

7 Shades of Valentine's Day: Essie "Watermelon"

Essie "Watermelon"

I'm starting a new series called "7 Shades of Valentine's Day" where I will post a new nail shade every day for the next seven days, leading up to Valentine's Day! Here is day one.

I bring to you my perfect nail polish for Valentine's Day! I have been lusting after Essie's Watermelon since Stefanie from eleventhgorgeous hauled it last summer. The name describes this color perfectly - a gorgeous pink and red hybrid, exactly what I think when I think of watermelon. I find this polish to be one of the better formulas from Essie. This polish is very easy to work with and applies best with a few thin coats. I used three coats with the photos below, but probably could have gotten away with two. 

Essie Watermelon with three coats

What are you wearing on your nails for Valentine's Day? Have you tried Watermelon by Essie?

xoxo,

A