Leap into Fall with some Leopard Fashion

Leap into Fall with some Leopard...

Henri Bendel 

I wanted to do my first Fall Fashion post today and was pondering what to do it on. I had bought a few items recently that I could of used, but I decided to save them for an #OOTD post. I decided to pick something out from my wardrobe that is timeless, chic, and in a print that every woman should own at least one fashion item in. I picked my Henri Bendel Leopard Bag. I apologize that I don't remember the exact Clever Name that they had for it when I purchased it, but it was two winters ago. It is still in excellent condition, since I probably have used it maybe a handful of times.

I remember the year I bought it, Leopard was hotter than ever, I had always been a fan of the leopard print so it just made it more exciting to me. Knowing that a touch of leopard to an outfit never really goes out of style, I knew that this handbag was defiantly one to add to my collection. A handbag that I would cherish, take care of and hopefully hand down one day to my daughter that I hope to have.

Here are a few more Pictures of it:

Love The Gold Hardware!

Henri Bendel Bags always have the cutest little details!

Love the Purple Inside with the Pockets
and the Detachable Pocket Mirror!

Final Thoughts:

I am so glad that I pulled this purse out from my collection because I can't wait to use it this Fall. I am sorry that it is not a brand new bag that is still available, but I thought it was still a bag worth sharing. I have become so after excited reading the Fall and Winter Trend Reports and seeing that Leopard is making a come back (did it really ever go away). Although, I definitely think it is a print that should be used as a statement piece and I would not recommend wearing leopard Head to Toe. If you see me do this, ask me if I am ok??!! I have leopard jackets, scarves. gloves, tops. etc., but I would never wear more than one or two pieces at a time. I hope you enjoyed this post and that it got you excited for the Fall and maybe for some Leopard! I also wanted to add that I absolutely adore Henri Bendel as I have posted on their handbags and jewelry before. I think they make absolutely stunning and clever pieces! I believe the price is just right for the quality!  I am not going to say that they are inexpensive, but they are no where near the price of a LV bag and I would definitely say that they can hold their own!!

Thanks,

Sik Glam

Giorgio Armani Beauty the First CC Lipstick

Giorgio Armani Rouge Ecstasy - The First "CC" Lipstick

Giorgio Armani Rouge Ecstasy CC Lipstick

Welcome to the Second Installment of Luxury Friday this September. This Friday will be on a Very New and Unique lipstick. I had received an email from Armani Beauty about the lipstick's launch and was instantly intrigued. It is the first "CC" lipstick! I had never heard of a Color and Care lipstick and I thought the idea sounded genius. There's nothing I love more than having skincare benefits built in to my makeup. Not only will you be wearing the lipstick but you will be taking care of you lips at the same time.

The Packaging is very Luxurious!
The Top Snaps and Stays On with Magnetic Power!

Here is the Skinny of the "CC" Rouge Ecstasy Lipstick from Giorgio Armani Beauty:

With Rouge Ecstasy, the Giorgio Armani laboratories push the boundaries of the exceptional even further with the first “CC” lipstick. “Color & Care” – new innovative hybrid product that marks the start of a new era in lipstick.
Care: Rouge Ecstasy offers the comfort and softness of a lip balm, leaving lips repaired and beautifully enhanced day after day.
Color: This velvety soft, everyday lipstick coats the lips in saturated, ultra-luminous shades with impeccable hold. Application is simple, precise and effective.

I have been wearing my new Armani Beauty "CC" lipstick nonstop for three days now and I absolutely adore it! It is very moisturizing and rich with lip color. There is something special about knowing that the lipstick is helping to repair any damage to my lips, that makes me want to grab for it more. I chose to get the color "Skin 104", because it is a slightly pink nude shade and I knew I would be wearing it a lot because of it's benefits. I wanted the color to be versatile and to be able to wear it with a very made up make up look or simply with no makeup at all. The color I chose will be just perfect when I want to wear a dramatic eye and have a nude lip or for when I just want to enhance my lips with a beautiful nude shade. I will probably go back for another color that has more pop to it, once I use this one longer and see more results.

Swatched: "Skin 104" 

Final Thoughts:

I know that this lipstick is on the pricey side ($34) but I look at my lips how I look at my skin, as an asset and I want to protect them. Your lips like your skin age and I want to keep mine looking young and beautiful for as long as I can. I always use a special lip balm during my morning and night skin care routine, so why wouldn't I want a lipstick that it going to help repair my lips and give me color at the same time. Here is a link to the Giorgio Armani Beauty Site where you can see the full range of colors. http://www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com I hoped you enjoyed this post and remember to always take care of your lips...:)

Thanks,

Sik Glam

A Red, White, and Blue Product!

A Product that is Red, White and Blue...

In honor of Today being 9/11...I thought I would do a short post on something Red, White, and Blue to honor those lost and those who so heroically helped that day. I really didn't feel right posting today for some reason, so I am going to keep my descriptions short. I also picked American Based Companies, that I am proud of and will leave a link too.

SmashBox Lip Brush No 6:

SmashBox Lip Brush #6

I bought this brush a couple of years ago and it still works great. I usually don't use a lip brush to be honest unless I am mixing two lip shades together, I want to blend my lipstick into my liner or I want a very precise look. I don't see this Brush on on SmashBox's website anymore, although I see is on Amazon. It has held up very well for many years. Here is the link to SmashBox's Website: http://www.smashbox.com

Jessie Steele Coupon Keeper:

Inside of the Coupon Keeper. The Pen did not come with it!

I bought this coupon keeper recently because I got so tired of being out shopping, getting to the register and realizing I had a coupon at home for the product that I was buying. Sure I use my smart phone now for a lot of coupons that are your standard "20% off your purchase at a certain store", but this one is more for those more specific coupons like "$1.00 off Colgate Toothpaste". It also has a note pad inside which I like for making shopping lists. I used to make them on my phone, but that led to me forgetting my phone on way too many store shelves. Luckily I never lost it! Here is a link to their website: https://www.crgibson.com/e2wCustomerTemplate.aspx?url=documents/html/aboutUs_en-US.html

Le Metier De Beaute - True Color Eye Shadow in Midnight Sky:

Love This Brand!

Swatched: It is Truly a Midnight Blue.

I love LMB eyeshadows. I am not going to go into to much description on them, because there is something really cool that you can do with them that I am saving for an up and coming post! Here is a link to their website: http://www.lemetierdebeaute.com

Final Thoughts:

I hoped that you enjoyed my little tribute post. I am so proud and blessed to be an American! I am going to leave it at that!

Thanks,

Sik Glam