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I recently heard of this new makeup brand called Thrive Causemetics. When I read their story, I just knew I had to try it. What’s amazing about this company is that for every product purchased, one is donated to a woman fighting through cancer or domestic violence. This alone was enough to get me to grab my wallet. Here’s what I thought:

I purchased the Infinity Waterproof Eyeliner in black matte, the Brilliant Eye Brightener, and the  Lip Mate High-Shine Reviving Topper.

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First off, this eyeliner is fantastic. It goes on smooth and stays on all day. I’ve spent years and countless dollars on the hunt to find the perfect eyeliner that stays put and by golly, I’ve finally found it! The eye brightener is also amazing! I put it in the corner of my eyes and brow bone to make it look like I actually slept the night before and that my allergies aren’t making me want to rip my eyes out of my skull. (I apologize for the creepy eye pic)

Lastly, I tried the lip gloss. Although this gloss wasn’t sticky at all, I would have preferred it to be more pigmented. I think it will look nicer with another lip color underneath.


This post is NOT sponsored and this is my 100% honest review. If you are interested in trying this fantastic brand, use my code to receive $10 off your first order! http://thrivecausemetics.refr.cc/Q6BTCNQ

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Every couple of months Sephora offers 15% off for VIBs (that’s what they call us folks who spend way too much money at Sephora!) I always take advantage of this sale because makeup is one of the things that just doesn’t go on sale often. If you’re a VIB, use code VIBSPRING to save 15% off your entire order. If you’re a Beauty Insider (those folks who spend a little less than VIBs,) use code BISPRING to save 10% off your entire order. I’ve put together a list of what’s in my wishlist for this sale.

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Glow Kit $40 $34 (this one got really good reviews! and I’ve been dying to try it)
Benefit They’re Real Lipstick & Lipliner in One $20 $17 (I’m dying to try this lipliner and lipstick in one!)
Brush Set $25 $21.25 (I am desparately in need of new brushes)
Anastasia Beverly Hills Eye Shadow Palette $42 $35.70 (this palette has amazing reviews!)
Benefit They’re Real Push Up Liner $24 $20.40 (this eyeliner is great to make a wing with!)
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p.s. Don’t forget to check out my Facebook page where I’m currently giving away a $25 Nordstrom or Amazon (your choice) gift card when we reach 150 likes!

 

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In case you’re not familiar with Stitch Fix, here’s a quick rundown:

1. As soon as you sign up, you fill out a quick style profile with your preferred styles and measurements. It helps if you have a pinterest board linked so your stylist can see all of the pretty clothes you have pinned.

2. Schedule your first fix  here (This is my referral link…if you use this link, I will get a small credit.) You will be charged a $20.00 styling fee, however this fee gets used towards anything you purchase. For example, if you keep a $48.00 shirt, an additional $28.00 will be charged to your card.

3. Five days within your scheduled fix date, a pretty little box will arrive with 5 items (clothing, scarves, jewelery, handbags, and now SHOES!) You can pick which items you would like on your profile, so if for example, you don’t want shoes, you won’t get shoes.

4. After you’ve tried on all your goodies, you have 3 days to decide what to keep. Log on to your  stitchfix account and checkout. Return the items you didn’t keep in the pre-paid envelope. Then order your next fix and so on and so forth!

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My  stylist, Jojo killed it again! I asked for a couple dress options that I could wear to the Preakness next month. I told her to think floppy hat, derby style!

First, I tried the Fun2Fun Witucki Halter Top. Size XS ($44)

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Although, this top was cute I’m just not a halter top gal. It also fit a little funky in the arm holes and I knew I would never wear it.

Status: RETURNED


Next up was Skies Are Blue Bellinger Eyelet Off The Shoulder Top. Size XS ($58)

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I loved this top! There was fabric underneath so it wasn’t see-through at all. However, I felt like I could find a cheaper one than this $58 price tag.

Status: RETURNED


Now for the dress options! Papermoon Claudette Knit Dress. Size XS ($54)

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This dress is STUNNING!!! I threw on some nude heels and bright red lipstick which really looked incredible. I’m undecided on this one because I have nowhere else to wear it to. #sad

*Please ignore my cat photobomber and pasty white legs*

Status: UNDECIDED


41Hawthorn Jace Embroidered Lace Dress. Size XS ($68)

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This was a definite keeper! This one has floppy hat derby style written all over it!

Status: KEPT


Loveappella Kalisi Knit Maxi Dress. Size XSP ($78)

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I have never felt like more of a Mermaid than I did in this dress! I loved the color, style, and slits on the sides. The petite length was also perfect for my 5’0″ self. As you can see it was perfect without any shoes on! Sadly, I just don’t have many places to wear dresses so sadly this one went back off to Mermaid land.

Status: RETURNED

So, there you have it. What do you think? Do you think I made the right decisions?

p.s. Don’t forget to check out my facebook page where I’m currently offering a $25 Nordstrom or Amazon gift card when we reach 150 likes! Diana


*This is not a sponsored post and these are my own reviews but if you use my link to sign up here, I will receive a small credit*

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I scored this adorable bomber jacket during the American Eagle sale the other day. I paired it with a plain white tank, jeans, and my white chucks.

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Jacket: http://bit.ly/2o0YClK
Shirt: http://bit.ly/2oKWtHQ [runs big, size down] Shoes: http://bit.ly/2oqs4gd [I sized down 1/2 size] Jeans: http://bit.ly/2oJIoMj

p.s. Don’t forget to check out my facebook where I’m currently giving away a $25 Nordstrom or Amazon gift card (your choice) when we reach 150 likes!

Diana

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I’ve been scouring the Nordstrom sale and have rounded some top picks. Shop them all below!

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B.P. Jeans (40% off!)
Vince Camuto Off the Shoulder Top (40% off!)
Ribbon Tie Bell Shirt
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Work Pants (40% off!)
Swing Tank (under $18!)
Flutter Sleeve Top (40% off)

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