Lanvin flats

The most comfortable flats but the downside is that they are expensive. I love shoes, in particular flats. I have been eyeing theses flats for a while including Christian Louboutin. At the decision time, Lanvin won me over due their comfort and almost anonymity of the design. On the other hand, the red bottom soles screams its brand; I wasn't sure if I wanted that much attention.

I have a peculiar foot issue: Most people's toe next to their pinky toe is slightly shorter; however, my fourth toes are as long as the middle toe--won't allow the tapered look. In general, the high end flat are narrow in the front; I've always struggled in breaking them in. Lanvin's supple leather allows my toes to spread and molds perfectly to my odd feet.

To be honest, people have complimented my feet, but they didn't know my struggle with dressy shoes. Now I know that I don't have to settle for less.

Alexandre Birmin Phython flats

Nars Sheer Glow

Ever since I tried to wear foundation, I have had love and hate relationship with foundation in general. In the past, I detested the feeling and the look of foundation on my skin. I always strived for natural look on my skin; the foundations I tried never fully met my expectations until I turned forty.

When I was younger, I broke out easily. I avoided makeup that sank into my skin. Thus, if I needed some coverage, I wore loose or pressed powder to control my oily skin.

I had been on the hunt for the perfect foundation for the winter months; I finally decided on one: Nars Sheer Glow. For the past few weeks, I've tried Face Atelier, Lancome Teint Miracle, Estee Lauder Doublewear Light, and Nars.

As mentioned by other YTers, Nars Sheer Glow gives the wrong impression that it will give you a sheer coverage. "Sheer Glow" refers to the finish of the foundation, not the coverage. The formula is light; however, you can build the coverage up to medium. This foundation is perfect for the winter months because it provides a luminous, silky veil to the skin without looking oily. I can already guess that I will not be able to wear Nars Sheer Glow when the weather warms up because it doesn't control my T-zone area.

I won't say that Nars Sheer Glow is my holy grail yet because I like to experiment and try to base makeup.

Michele Watches

Patent Leather Straps in Midnight bule

Green, Gold, and Bronze Leather Straps

White Patent Leather

Art Deco Design with Diamonds with Black Gross Grain Straps

Michele Watches

Bargains at Ann Taylor Loft and Anthropologie

FOTD 11/28/10

Disclaimer--I probably won't FOTD as often during the week days.

Today I am the following products:

Sue Devittet Microaquatic Blue Primer Anti-aging with SPF 35

Face Atelier Ultra Foundation in Honey

Benefit Bronzer in Hoola

Makeup For Ever HD blush--#8

Laura Mercier Peach Mosiac for highlighting

Trish McEvoy Eye base in Bare

Sue Devitt Intensifier Pencil in Gold Reef

MAC shadow in Prized

MAC pigment in Bronzed Blonde

Clinique Cream Liner in True Black

L'Oreal Voluminous Carbon Black waterproof formula

Serge Luten Matte Lip Pencil (It comes in only one color--nude)

Sue Devitt Lip Gloss--can't read the color but it in bronzey nude

Currently, I am testing out the Face Atelier foundation. I noticed that the finish is beautiful after it warms up on my face; however, when I first put it on it it looks off-color. Perhaps, I am putting too much on: I am still testing out the best application. It is medium to full coverage. I am in between two colors, Honey and Tan. Honey is a tad too light; tan a little orangey. Even though it is oil-free, it does not control oil. If you decide to get this foundation and your have combination skin, have your pressed powder or blotting paper ready. The stay power is unbelievable! Even with the oiliness, it stayed on pretty much the whole day.

I am loving Sue Devitt Intensifier Pencils. In the photo, the color of Gold Reef isn't showing through because I created a smokey look with Clinique eyeliner. Originally, I created a wing-tipped lines but I didn't like them. Instead of starting over, I smudged the black tips and created a smokey eye look.

Makeup Forever HD cream blush!!! Finally, I got the chance to try this one. I received a sample with my Sephora bonus points. This gift is available for 100 points in my city. This product is highly pigmented, so don't be trigger happy. Gently push down on the pump--barely half way down. I'll keep you posted on the wear.

Bye for now!!!