best of the reds.

The best of the reds

From left to right: Urban Decay Super-Saturated High Gloss Lip Color in Theodora, Maybelline ColorSensational Lip Color in 645 Red Revival, MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo, Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Lipstick in 10, Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Lipstick in 01, Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Lipstick in 11, and Clinique Quickliner for Lips in 35 Rich Red

You may have noticed that, in addition to being obsessed with leopard print, I am also a bit of a lipstick fanatic (see here and here). Red lipstick in particular is one of my absolute favorite makeup items. It has the power to instantly add glamour to any outfit. Recently I have collected quite a few reds that have become some of my go-to products. Here are the descriptions of each of them, as well as some tips and tricks that I have discovered along the way.

In order from left to right:

1. Urban Decay Super-Saturated High Gloss Lip Color in Theodora - $20
I got this when I purchased the limited edition Theodora palette that Urban Decay released for Oz the Great and Powerful. I liked the movie, but I loved the makeup even more. This shade is very similar to, if not an exact dupe of the F-Bomb shade in the normal Super-Saturated line. The color payoff is fantastic, but it does need to be reapplied after you eat. It is also quite sticky for a lip stain/lipstick hybrid.

2. Maybelline ColorSensational Lip Color in 645 Red Revival - $5-8
This was the first drugstore red that I purchased and I have to say that I have definitely gotten my money's worth. This is a bit of a darker red and looks quite glamorous on the lips. Before putting this on, you have to exfoliate and moisturize your lips, as the color clings to any flaky bits. Also, make sure to use lip liner beforehand unless you want the color to bleed halfway through the day. This one requires multiple reapplications.

3. MAC Lipstick in Ruby Woo - $16
This is without a doubt my favorite red lipstick and likely my favorite lipstick ever. It is one of the most expensive brands in this selection, but it is the best in terms of quality. This lipstick is extremely matte. It has blue undertones and looks like the perfect classic red. Make sure to moisturize your lips beforehand so that they don't dry out later on in the day. This stuff lasts forever and doesn't even need a reapplication after eating. I will definitely buy a back-up when this tube reaches the bottom. Also, I love the vanilla scent.

4, 5, and 6. Rimmel Lasting Finish by Kate Lipstick in 10, 01, and 11 - $4.50-6
I'm doing these three together because they all have the same formulation. These all smell like fruit punch, which can be a bit overpowering at first. They are pretty similar to the Maybelline formula above, although they are slightly less creamy. Other than that, the lasting power is pretty much the same. Keep them in your purse during the day because you will need to reapply. Lip liner is essential. As for the colors, 10 is a light blue-red. 01 is a classic true red and quite similar in color to Red Revival above. 11 is the darkest of the three. While it does not get quite into burgundy-red territory, it comes pretty close.

7. Clinique Quickliner for Lips in 35 Rich Red - $15
Finally we come to my saving grace in the red lipstick department. I have pretty full lips and so my lipstick tends to fade or to bleed out if I don't use lip liner. This formula lasts forever and matches with all the reds I own. Also, I love the windup tube. It keeps the product clean and I don't have to worry about sharpening it.

xoxo

Sabrina

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emerald.

Members Only jacket, The Classic shirt, Zara pants, Rock & Republic flats, Forever 21 earrings, Urban Decay Venom lipstick

This month has been rough. I've had a ton of work to do and the blog has fallen behind a bit. No worries though! I have some fun posts planned for the weeks to come and I hope you all will stay tuned.

I took these photos on a relatively nice spring day. This outfit reminds me so much of my time in Italy.for a few reasons. First, I actually purchased the pants in Italy during one of my many trips to Zara. I was drawn in by the gorgeous hue and knew that they would be the perfect way to add a subtle dose of color to my wardrobe. Second, this jacket was a staple for me while I was living abroad. It is light enough for a cooler spring day and works well as a layer over lighter jackets and sweaters. Lately, these two pieces have become some closet essentials and I love reaching for them whenever I can't figure out what to wear.

xoxo

Sabrina

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pattern play.

Betsey Johnson coat, TJ Maxx shirt, H&M pants, Claire's earrings, Michael Kors shoes

My obsession with printed and/or colored pants is still in full swing. These ones (last seen here) were an absolute score from H&M and have the ability to make pretty much anything look chic.  I love how cool they look with this coat.  The mixture of the two patterns is so much fun.  I lightened the outfit up with a white shirt and (of course) leopard boat shoes.

xoxo

Sabrina

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leopard and lace.

American Eagle coat, Zara dress, H&M tights, Jessica Simpson heels, Nine West gloves, Forever 21 scarf, Nine West earrings, MAC Ruby Woo lipstick

I figured it was about time to do another leopard-themed outfit. Honestly, if I could wear leopard every day, I probably would. This lovely dress is from a Zara that I stopped into while I was in Italy. Not only is the mixture of leopard and lace absolutely perfect, but so is the shift shape of the dress.  I love pairing shift dresses with rocking heels, and I think that these ones are the perfect match. The gold studs give these simple black booties an unexpected edge. This is definitely an outfit that I would not mind repeating.

xoxo

Sabrina

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spring and sun.

spring and sun

Even though the the topsy-turvy weather prevents the snow from melting, I can still look forward to spring. Honestly, those beautiful sunny days can't come soon enough.  I'm ready to pack up the winter coats and pull on some shorts instead.  Spring fashion is more appealing than ever, with the abundance of florals and chic sandals.  Everything is just so pretty.  Springtime shopping, here I come!

xoxo

Sabrina

bueller...

Forever 21 hat, Forever 21 jacket, TJ Maxx t-shirt, Forever 21 skirt, H&M tights, Bamboo flats, Homemade earrings, MAC Ruby Woo lipstick

"Ferris Bueller's Day Off" is perhaps one of my favorite movies of all time.  I could watch it on repeat and it would never get old.  So, when I saw this shirt in the guy's section of TJ Maxx, I knew I had to have it.  I love the idea of matching it with a punky, grungy outfit.  This jacket is an oldie but a goodie, while the hat is new and already much loved.  And of course, red lipstick is always the perfect way to add a bit of a punch.

xoxo

Sabrina

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do the floral polka.

Betsey Johnson coat, H&M shirt, Free People skirt, Forever 21 scarf, Nine West gloves, H&M tights and socks, G by Guess boots

If you don't know by now, I am a big fan of mixing prints (see here for another example).  It's fun to make two different patterns work together.  Polka dots and florals are some of my favorite prints, so putting this outfit together made me really happy.  Plus, print-mixing is a nice way to keep things fresh in the middle of winter (or any time at all).

xoxo

Sabrina

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