May Day, May Day

Woke up late? Need a 5-min makeover? Or, like me, dashing from one appointment to the next? Whatever your story, let me share with you three products that have helped me get through the madness.

First, is Cover | FX matte setting powder. Since I use NARS tinted moisturizer, I chose the formula that's specific to setting the moisturizer. I follow this with my favorite makeup setting spray, "All-Nighter", by Urban Decay. Swoosh, swoosh of my favorite mascara (currently using Sephora's mascara), then a little "Supervixen" lip tint by NARS, and I'm out the door.

Later in the day, if I need to add a little umph, I'll just reapply my gloss. (And, of course, I blot any oil from my face!)

It's standard that I fill in my brows, too, but as far as "touch ups" go, the products listed above are my go-to.

What are some of your go-to tips when you have a may-day situation?

xo | din

So Simple

It's so simple to liven up your look. Just put on a dress! 

For an event, I chose to wear this long dress with a lace overlay and belt. See, I wasn't feeling very well this day, and effortless was key! Lace is in this season and the rich color made it evening appropriate. The belt is braided and its color adds a nice pop. 

As I was walking by these beautiful flowers, I decided I would tuck one behind my ear to finish off the look. What do you think?

xo | din

dress | Trixxi

belt | H&M

makeup | Urban Decay shadow palette, MAC foundation, Mary Kay blush, Milani bronzer

ring | Top Shop

nails | Strawberry Margarita by OPI

sandals | Chinese Laundry (old)

blowout | Shannon at Taylor & York

photos | Reflection Photography

12th Man

We're not the kind of girls who have jerseys lining our wardrobes. We're the kind of girls who pull a look together by getting creative with colors and themes. And this is how we'll be supporting our Seattle Seahawks this Sunday while they take down the San Francisco 49ers!

Whether you'll be wearing your fav Seahawks gear or just team colors, take some inspiration from us on how you can add some BOOM to your look.

dré wears

on eyes:

M•A•C shadow | JUXT

Bar Essentials liner | Midnight Moon

on nails:

SPARITUAL | Death By Chocolate 

OPI | Alpine Snow

din wears 

knit cap | Forever 21 

on eyes:

Urban Decay shadow | Mildew (green), Polyester Bride (white)

Mary Kay shadow |  Blue Moon

Maybelline mascara | Go Go Green

Now that you've got the look, GET PUMPED 

with Seattle artists' Seahawks anthem - "Better". 

Go Hawks!

HERE COMES THE BOOM!

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

Taste of Her Cherry Chapstick

Aaah. The infamous cherry lip balm.

A dear friend of mine included this fun balm, among other gifts, in a recent mailing to me. Not only does it smell divine, apply so smooth, and brighten my pucker to rouged perfection, the case is fantastic!

Want in on the fun? Get yours here!

[ the look ]

face | natural tan [foundation] and warm natural [powder] by bobbi brown; soleil [baked  bronzer] by milani; sunset [blush] by marykay

eyes | tempted by mac; maui wowie [accent shadow] by urban decay; revlon mascara; palladio liquid eyeliner 

lips | cherry tart lip balm by ann taintor

Lastly, a very special birthday shout out to my momsup. 

The epitome of elegance.

xo | din