Creating Beautiful Spring Makeup

Wow, it's been such a crazy time in my life!  All good, with new projects.  I feel like I've been  working even when I'm not working if that makes sense and I'm loving every minute of it.

Just to let you all know.  I am so OVER IT.  The cold weather that is.  Everyime I think it's gone there is another Arctic blast that comes our way :/   As you can tell by these beautiful pictures that Spring is right around the corner and I wanted to update you on the latest and greatest.

This is a beautiful spring inspired photo shoot of Olivia Levins.  Floral everything is what is in trend for spring also with hues of purple.

For the makeup I decided to go with lilacs and purple with a purple contour and bubble gum pink blush for the cheeks.  Her lip color is Pretty Please by MAC.  A great shade of pink that will go with literally every skin tone.

A beautiful floral flirty dress in shades of purple add a fabulous spring flare and a gorgeous floral crown give that beautiful finishing touch.

This spring is all about fantasy, flowers and a whimsical feel.  Be creative with your makeup and add fresh vibrant colors.  Don't be afraid to experiment. It's always refreshing to step outside the box.

What are you looking forward to the most this spring?  I want to know so comment below! :)

xoxo,
Marilu

37 Week Bump Update and Karen Egren Jewelry

I'm officially considered full term in my pregnancy.  37 weeks to be exact.  It's been a tough time.  My feet, ankles, and legs have been swelling really bad.  My feet seriously look hideous and believe it or not I could not fit into some cute strappy sandals that I wanted to wear to church this morning :/.  Yes, it was a pretty depressing moment, but it was just a moment.  I have to keep reminding myself this too shall pass.  I won't be pregnant forever and luckily I'm not alone.  Many pregnant woman are in my same boat and it helps we can all relate to each other some how.

Another thing I really wanted to share with you guys is an amazing jewelry line I discovered.  Karen Egren Jewelry.  Her jewelry is exquisite, truly one of a kind.  I won this dainty bracelet on an Instagram giveaway.  It's stunning in person and that picture does not do it justice. I'm literally obsessed with all the lovely pieces. 

You can check out more of the collection on her website www.karenegren.com

xoxo, 

Marilu

MAC 5 Day Makeup Challenge: Day 2 Bronze Smokey Eyes

Smokey eyes are definitely a signature look for me.  I think a good smokey eye really brings out the eyes and I tend to wear it the most, although I do like to be versatile with my makeup as well.

Here is the breakdown of the look.

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Eyes: Soft Ochre Pain Pot, Amber Lights, Bronze, and Espresso Eyeshadow, Feline eyeliner, Pure Show super slick liquid liner, Prep n Prime Lash, and In Extreme Dimension Mascara.  15 min spent achieving this look on the eyes.

Cheeks:  Contour is Refined Golden Bronzer, Eternal Sun Prolongwear blush, Love Connection Mineralized shadow for cheek highlight.

Lips:  Cork Lip Liner, Hue Lipstick, with Love Nectar gloss on top.

Foundation:   prep n prime skin and Mineralize Foundation

Brows: Deep Brunette Brow Gel with Lingering brow pencil shaded in.

I totally love this look! Till next makeup challenge post! :)))

xoxo,
Marilu

MAC 5 Day Makeup Challenge: Day 1 Sultry Plumb Eyes

We're doing a fun makeup challenge at work and posting the pictures on instagram and hashtagging it with #5daymakeupchallenge.  My goal is to look super different each day and show the versatility of my makeup.  

I'll definitely be keeping you guys posted on all my looks for the 5 days.  Please let me know what you think of each days looks and colors.  Keep reading to see all the colors I used.

I used Soft Ochre pain pot, Day Gleam pressed pigment, Folie eyeshadow, young punk mineralized eyeshadow, On the Hunt Super Slick liquid liner with designer purple liner on the bottom lash line.  I used In Extreme Dimension Lash.

This gorgeous lip is achieved by using Prep and Prime Lip, Nightmoth lip liner, Up The Amp lipstick and Viva Glam Nikki 2 in the middle.  

Blush is In Extra Dimension At Dusk with Refined Golden Bronzer with NC 35 Mineralize liquid foundation and Soft and Gentle highlight.