Big Brown Eyes

My brown eyes are unmistakable. In fact, all of my features are-- bold brows...check; bold eyes...check; bold lips...check! Still, of all my facial features, my eyes and my smile are the two that I've been told make the biggest impression. Would you agree? Here, I'm playing both of them up (yes, both!) and wanted to share with you for a little weekend inspiration.

I didn't realize it at the time, but I used several different brands to create this look. Take a look below to see all the fun products I used to compliment my brown eyes. Then let me know what you think in the comments below!

xo | din

[MAKEUP]
on face
tinted moisturizer | St. Moritz by NARS
concealer | Medium Honey by Clinique
bronzer & highlight | Spicy heat duo by Sephora
on eyes
eyeshadow | Spicy heat as base, Smog and Oil Slick by Urban Decay blended for depth, gold "angel's" dust (private collection) added on center lid for a pop of shine.
mascara | Full Action (black) by Sephora
liner | Palladio (black liquid) added to rim of bottom lid
on lips
liner |  Trust in Red by MAC
lipstick | Sunset Rhythm by Sephora (center of ombré), Rouge Artist Natural (N28) by Makeup Forever

[ Inner ] Gypsy

I'm a bit of a free spirit. I love adventures and making decisions on a whim! In the past 10 years I have moved 15 times! So between my soul wandering around, not feeling like I have a "home", and my hodgepodge of ethnic backgrounds, I've always felt like a gypsy. One of my best friends used to call me "Gyps".

     Take note of my Halloween costume last year!

Although I'm not rocking a turban, and peering into a crystal ball, something about gold hoop earrings, always makes me feel like I'm bringing out my inner gypsy! I threw on some gold bracelets, rings, and heels, to polish off my look. What do you think?

Top | BCX

Pants | Levi's

Heels | Jessica Simpson 

Earrings and bracelets | gift

XOXO dré

Collar-rama

I've had this necklace for 8 months and have only wore it once or twice. 

There are a few different ways to wear collar necklaces, and two of my favs are button up blouses (truly love the look, but barely wear because I seldom wear button up tops) and open chest (without a backdrop, the necklace will really have that focus). 

What's your favorite way to wear this statement piece? 

 xo | din 

rhinestone collar necklace | ModCloth 

photo | Reflection Photography

I'll Love You Forever, I'll Like You For Always, As Long As I'm Living My Mommy You'll Be

dré and din are here today to wish a happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there, but especially to our moms, who brought us into the world and love us unconditionally.

We each have something special to share. Heirlooms that have been passed down to us from the first woman whose style we coveted.

dré~

When I was young, my mom gave me this wooden box. She had it when she was little and it was called her "business box". It was a place for her to keep all her special and secret things that were for no one else to see but her. She said she wanted to give it to me so I could have a special place for my secret things.

20 years later, I still have this precious box, and it still has my special things in it. I also found this necklace she gave me tucked away inside. I completely forgot about it but I love it! Such a fun accessory! Is it any wonder that I have such good taste with a mom like mine?

din~

I've always looked up to my mom. Even today. She's the essence of elegance, and embodied it everyday. 

My mother, Amal, was always polished. When she stepped out of the house, she had her Raisinberry lipstick and left a scented trail of L'Air du Temps that made my heart melt. Even if it was a brief trip, at the very least she wore mascara. I guess that's where I get it from!

14 years ago my mom gifted me with several beautiful pieces. Every single piece fits me with perfection. Below are two that I wear every single day. The gold bracelet has my mother's name engraved on it. They're perfect and I love them!

 

Xo | drédin

Gold Rush

It has been 88 degrees for the past few days, and it appears that those temperatures will be going strong for the rest of the week! Those that know din and myself intimately, know that we are warm weather lovers, so we welcome this kind of heat with open arms!

Need the perfect accessory to this golden sunshine? How about some golden skin? And don't fret if your natural melanin doesn't have that glowing hue you desire! We have makeup and polish for that! Hypnotize yourself with these delicious 14k looks, sure to suit any skin tone.

 

                                             
        din wears: on eyes~ a blend of Urban Decay's Chopper &
                                  Ulta's Aztec Gold
                         nail color~ OPI GoldenEye

dré  wears: on eyes~ Matisse shadow dust in "Glitzy"  

nail color~ OPI OY-Another Polish Joke!

XOXO Dré

8 Jewels of Christmas

Add sparkle and cheer to your holiday with [ Gold & Magenta ] !!