well done boys and girl

Do do do, a song by one of my favourite local bands Fire Through The Window from Durban is the song playing in the background in the latest Almay ad starring Kate Hudson. How cool is that? Yup, very. Here's the video:

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make me pretty

I think if I was a man I would have to be in drag so that I could enjoy the magic of make-up. I mean, who wouldn't want their eyes to stand out, their lips to look plump, and their skin to appear flawless? Here's what is in my make-up bag at the moment:
1. Benefit You Rebel Lite - This is the only tinted moisturiser that does not make me break out. And it makes one look wonderfully glowly and healthy. If I could I would use just Benefit products love the quality and humour.
2. MAC make-up brushes - I spent years using cheapo make-up brushes, but bought two good ones for my wedding. They really do make a difference in the application of eye shadow.
3. Maybelline Colorsensational lipstick in Pink Please - A really pretty matte pink, which i wear occasionally. No shimmer or sparkliness.
4. Smith's Rosebud Salve - I'm not a big lip gloss/lip balm person because I hate sticky stuff on my lips, but I use this when my lips start begging for moisture.
5. Rimmel Hide the Blemish Concealer in Ivory - Cheap, but effective in hiding redness.
6. Charlie Kohl Pencil in Black Suede - Another cheapy, but I find that even more expensive eyeliners tend to migrate.
7. Revlon Grow Luscious Waterproof Mascara in Blackest Black - I'm not sold on this mascara. Still looking for The One that won't irritate my eyes.
8. Calvin Klein Intense Eyeshadow in Olive Twist - A great goldy/khaki colour that isn't too dark, but still emphasises one's eyes.

Well, there you have it. I think it's a pretty good selection for any girl on a budget. Feel free to steal!

Image: Smith Rosebud Salve

pretty in pink and orange

I love the make-up for the Nina Ricci fall show, which took place a few days ago. The heavily pigmented pink lips and the orangey-red nails? Gorgeous and uber-feminine. The name of the model in these pics is Arizona Muse. How cool is that?! Can't wait for the Stella McCartney and Chloe shows - two of my favourite designers labels.

Images: style.com