Posted to
Fashion on Mar 30, 2012 - 23:17
Hello to all shopaholics!
Bloomingdale‘s has been having their 20% OFF Friends & Family sale -- it is going on now until April 1, 2012! Online promo code is "FRIENDS". Simple to remember :D
Some shopping tips:
* Buy online if you know what you want and what size/fit you are!
* Bloomingdales.com lets you use 2 promo codes together.
* Sign up for email subscriptions -- they e-mail you a
10% off online code in a day or two.
* buy through other cashback sites -- i.e if you have ebates or a credit card cashback program.
* read brand exclusions and the fine print
* $150+ orders = free shipping
Note that during this sale bloomies didnt exclude Burberry! I snagged a jacket I've been eyeing for $160 off!
Another good item is the original Hunter tall rain boots (currently on sale for $100 before any promo code)
I'd also recommend longchamp le pliage shoulder bags :) I got mine during the last friends and family sale they had.
Happpyyy shoppin!
Posted to
Fashion on Mar 29, 2012 - 03:56
This was my outfit of the day for a casual day of running errands. I just posted a youtube video showing the entire outfit -- feel free to check it out here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mawcmj6Mtxk&list=UUsFmdMjgp9B09h4RK86oDRw&feature=plcp
My outfits are nothing too crazy -- I like to keep it simple :)
Outfit pieces:
Shirt: Forever 21 high-low hem button down blouse
Pants: H&M
black skinnies
Shoes: Tory Burch Reva Flats; black/gold
Accessories:
Burlington Coat Factory Necklace
Forever21 Gold Bangles
H&M Black/Gold Bangle
I'm not fully in spring mode yet since it's still cold here where I am -- so it'll be a few more weeks until I bust out the spring colors! :D
* photo is my own *
Posted to
Food on Mar 28, 2012 - 17:29
Lately I've had such a sweet tooth! I've been craving sweet desserts left and right! This past weekend I was at the Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia (a market with all kinds of product, places to eat, bakeries, shops, etc).
There is a dessert place located here that is called "Flying Monkey" and they make some great desserts! First off, all their desserts are designed very well and
super cute.
I decided to get a classic whoopie pie and also a red velvet one. They were both SO delicious! I'm drooling right now just thinking about it. They went soo well with a cup of freshly brewed coffee.
The classic whoopie pie was chocolate-y with a cream filling that wasn't overly sweet. The red velvet was sooo good! The cream filling was not too sweet and went perfectly with my coffee. I will definitely be going back for more!
What is your favorite dessert?? :D
* photo is my own *
Posted to
Food on Mar 28, 2012 - 17:22
You don't need to put a lot in a smoothie to make it taste delicious!
I try to make/drink a fruit or vegetable (or fruit/veggie combo) smoothie at least 5 morning of my week. I usually just throw in whatever I have into the smoothie and blend it up.
Key ingredients I ALWAYS add: BANANAS!
Bananas are sweet and really mask the flavor of veggies/other greens.
So throw in a banana and add
what ever else you can find in your fridge!
The smoothie I show in the photo above contains:
- milk
- banana
- frozen strawberries
- cantaloupe
mmm -- if you like it extra sweet, add a teaspoon or two of honey :)
HEALTHY & HAPPY SMOOTHIE DRINKING! :D
* photos are my own *
Posted to
Health & Beauty on Mar 28, 2012 - 17:16
False lashes have the ability to give any eye look an extra boost! There are so many different variety of false lashes to compliment endless eye looks. Go for natural, dramatic, or somewhere in between.
I recently picked up some Ardell DEMI 102 lashes from ULTA.com and I love them! I think they're great for any occassion that calls for falsies -- or even for just everyday wear.
These are a
great length, and I like how there are thick sections, then thin sections alternating. It kind of gives it a more natural feel when applied.
What are you favorite false lashes to use?
Stay connected!
http://www.youtube.com/lisalin
http://www.loveformakeup.com
* photos are my own *
Posted to
Health & Beauty on Mar 22, 2012 - 00:36
I went into Bath & Body Works today to buy a refill for my air freshener -- and they were having a deal so I didn't just buy one... but multiple refills. I'm a sucker for "deals"/sales.
These portable air fresheners are so versatile and convenient! Use them for your car, closet, bathroom, etc! There are also SO many different scents to choose from! And different holders ranging from cute
spring designs, animal designs, to plain white, black, or silver casing.
I have a pink penguin one, and picked up another pink one which is an owl (shown in photo).
I also picked up 5 refills in different scents and can't wait to try it out! The deal was 6 for $24 :)
* photos are my own *
Posted to
Fashion on Mar 22, 2012 - 00:32
A month back I discovered that Burlington Coat Factory sells a decent amount of statement jewelry at an affordable price. I stopped in again today to see if there was anything good and I picked up this necklace!
I've been wanting a statement necklace with a "spike" style for a long time now -- but ones I've come across cost over $20 if not over $30! I feel like this is just a trend, and will
probably become out of style at some point... so I didn't want to spend too much.
This necklace I got was only $5.99 -- not bad, right?
I really like how it's plain, but still makes a statement. I think the gold will look good paired with a cobalt blue top, or maybe something coral for the spring.
* photo is my own *
Posted to
Fashion on Mar 22, 2012 - 00:27
Today I stopped in Victoria's Secret because I got a promo card thing in the mail for a free panty. Plus, they are giving out the Secret Rewards cards right now :) Have you got yours yet?
If you make any purchase of $10 or more, you will get a secret rewards card which you can use starting April 1st. The card will have at least $10 on it, but has the possibility of having UP TO $500. Most
cards obviously have $10 on it, but hey, $10 off is not bad at all!
I picked up a free panty, plus 5 others from the PINK 5 for $26 line. They have some cute underwear and after buying from other stores, I find the quality of VS panties are a bit better. They don't stretch out as easily and the thread doesn't unravel with a few washes.
If you havent stopped in to get your secret rewards card, go go go! They have some cute swimwear stocked right now, too!
Stay connected: http://www.youtube.com/lisalin
* photo is my own *
Posted to
Health & Beauty on Mar 20, 2012 - 06:20
I have had my eye on the Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque for a long time now -- many people rave about this great product and I finally gave it a try.
Overall: LOVE!!!
PROS:
- SO SO SO affordable! 8 oz for $3-$4!
- minimizes my pore after just one use!
- leaves my skin feeling super smooth
- helps eliminate blackheads
- doesn't dry out my skin
- easy to apply/smooth out
- easy to
wash off with warm water
- helps keep my T-zone oil free (but my t-zone isn't too oily to begin with)
- can use as spot treatment to dry out a stubborn pimple
CONS:
- tingled a lot when I first applied it. once it started drying, it didn't tingle anymore
Overall, love love love this stuff and can't wait to continue using it as part of my skincare regimen.
Do you love this mask?
Stay connected: http://www.youtube.com/lisalin
Posted to
Health & Beauty on Mar 20, 2012 - 06:13
I recently bought a bunch of stuff from ULTA.com because they were offering this great value boscia kit for free with an online purchase :) -- the offer was only valid for 4 hours, so I quickly added some things I needed into my cart and checked out.
What I picked up:
- Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque
- ULTA Volumnizing Conditioner
- Cotton Balls
- 2 pack Clarisonic Mia Brush Head
replacements (delicate)
- Ardell Demi 102 in black
- Boscia Product Kit for free ^_^ Best part!
The boscia kit included travel sizes of their BB cream, makeup remover, eye treatment, and other goodies. I totally love the great offers ULTA has all the time. I'm a sucker for free stuff and I totally fall for the marketing. ahh.
Thanks for reading! Stay tuned for more specific reviews on some of the products :)
Stay connected:
http://www.youtube.com/lisalin :) stop by and say hi!
