Consumerism #3

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Guys, I think I need help. Let's just start with that, and pray that my mom doesn't see this post (or my bank statements). To be clear, it is my money, but the little voice in my head that says "No, you shouldn't do this" just happens to sound a lot like my mom. And even though my bank account doesn't agree, a little beauty haul never hurt anybody.

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Palette: First of, guys, how uhh-mazing is this packaging! This limited edition palette had been roaming around the beauty circuit for a while, and since it's back by popular demand, I had to pick it up. It has three ambient lighting powders: Dim Light, Radiant Light, and Incandescent Light. If you don't now by now, these Hourglass powders are specifically known for their light reflecting qualities to make skin look luminous and lit form within.

Sephora Favorites: Draw The Line: I love when Sephora comes out with these values packs because they are a great way of testing out lots of products at once (for a reduced price). It comes with five deluxe sized samples (Stila, Kat Von D, NARS, Marc Jacobs, & Sephora Collection) and one full size Urban Decay double ended liner (which pays for the whole set). Now to be honest, half of the liners I've already tried before, but since I know I loved them and I'm running low, I figured this was a great way to stock up. So, now I not only have back ups for some of my favorites like the Kat Von D Tattoo Liner and the Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Crayon, but I also get to try new ones like the NARS Longwear Liner and the Sephora Collection Contour Eye Pencil. Great value for money if you are looking to try new eyeliners, but I would hurry if I were you because they don't keep them around for long.

First Aid Beauty Eye Duty Triple Remedy: This (along with the next item) has been on my beauty wish list for a while now (evidence here). Essentially, it's a morning eye treatment to help de-puff and cover up dark circles. I love the cooling feeling of metal tip, it reminds me of the Clinique All About Eyes Serum , and since it's a salmon color, it does help disguise dark circles.

Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Foundation: I've had my eye on for a while, and I'm very pleased with the formula. It's a kind of mousse texture, which provides great coverage but without feeling heavy on the skin. Even so, I had to go back and pick up a new shade because I needed one a tad bit yellower #oliveskinproblems. Hopefully I have found the perfect shade and you will hear me rave about it for months to come. Fingers crossed.

The Body Shop Vitamin E Illuminating Moisture Cream: I wasn't planning on picking up ( I usually never do), but hey when The Body Shop has a buy one get one 50% off you can't just walk away, so carpe diem. I figured this would come in handy now that we're getting closer to the colder months and my skin is starting to look a bit dull. I thought it would be great to pair underneath the Tarte Foundation, which is matte (for my oily skin), and that way I have the best of both worlds: Oil under control, yet luminous skin.

The Body Shop Camomile Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover: I decided to purchase with the hopes it works just as good as my trusty Clarins Instant Eye Makeup Remover, which is thee best for waterproof mascara, but a little too pricy. Like the Clarins, you have to shake it up so that the two layers (oil and water) mix together and are ready to tackle that pesky-hard-to-remove eye makeup.

Hopefully my beauty purchase craving has been quenched after this haul (pffft, yeah right)! Please let me know in the comments if you've tried any of the products mentioned and how they've worked for you. To close out today's post I want to apologize if I've enabled you to spend all your pennies on makeup (like me), but we all know it's well worth it.

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Nude-Gray for Fall

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I'm the type of gal that changes nail polish color at least twice a week, but every now and then I find myself going back to the same polish non-stop. Enter the L'Oreal Paris Colour Riche Nail "Eiffel For You". For starters, I'm a sucker for cute/cheesy nail polish names, and I must say this one is top five. More importantly, I am completely in LOVE (yes, Caps Lock for emphasis) with this nude-gray shade! I think it's the perfect neutral-grown-up shade, and I adore how it looks with my skin tone. To top it off, I also really like the brush: thick and sturdy, as well as the formula: opaque, long lasting, and glossy/shiny finish (no top coat necessary, although I can't help myself). I have a feeling my obsession with this color will last well through the fall, and maybe even transfer over to my wardrobe. 

Which will be your signature nail color for the fall? Let me know in the comments.

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Dupe ALERT!

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Part of being a beauty hoarder means "accidentally" buying the same product thinking at the time: "But it is so different from the one I already have". I take comfort in knowing that 1) I'm not alone  and 2) I might find a more affordable alternative to a pricy product I end up loving and constantly repurchase. Case in point the Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Crayon- "Brown(Out)" and it's more affordable (yet not as beautifully packaged) twin the Rimmel ScandalEyes Waterproof Kohl Eyeliner- "Brown".

I love using brown/bronze pencil liners when I want to go for a more natural, easy look. Plus, I find that they make my lashes look fuller than when I use black liner. Both of them have an amazing, creamy-stay-all-day consistency. When I say 'creamy', I mean these puppies glide on like butter while also offering ample time to smudge them out, and once they set they won't budge. What I love most about these is that they both have a slight golden shimmer, which adds "a little something extra" (guess the famous movie line) and brightness. 

The only two differences I've found, is that the the Rimmel liner is slightly (barely) more red toned, and that it needs to be sharpened, while the Marc Jacobs is a true brown and a twist up.

What would you do? Splurge or Save?

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Interview Beauty

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As I am sure you know by now, I have recently move to New York, and although I do have my savings, it was never my intention to live off that, so as soon as I landed the job hunt was on! A week in, and I landed my first NYC job. Now, even though it's not in the Condé Nast building, it is in the way-über-trendier-than-me Soho. And I'm not stating that my outfit or makeup were the main reasons why I got the job, but I still wanted to dedicate a post on the subject and include a few tips on interview approved makeup.

1. Don't try anything new or crazy. Stick to your fool proof products and looks because the last thing you need to worry about is if that new concealer is fading (revealing any blemishes) or if that new lipstick is bleeding (or even worse, stuck to your teeth).

2. Perfect your base. Instead of focusing on a really dramatic/smoky eye, I really like to take the time to prime my face with the Benefit POREfessional and blend out my foundation perfectly. I use a buildable, yet non-caky base, like the Chanel Vitalumiére Aqua or Laura Mercier Oil Free Tinted Moisturizer, just in case I feel like adding a second layer for more coverage. Then, I go in with my trusty concealer (yeah, you know the one!) and instead of just slapping it on, I use a small brush to pin-point conceal (a la Lisa Eldridge) any blemishes, redness, and of course my dark circles, which I can't allow to see the light of day. Next, I make sure to set everything with a translucent powder because I'm sure nobody wants to hire a grease-ball. Finally, add a subtle tone blush (don't get all Steven King IT) and complexion done!

3. Tone down the eyes. Every work environment is different, but always professional; if not, then that's not a job worth having. Try to use matte (or satin) finish neutral shadows, like the ones in the Urban Decay Naked Basics Palette (and they just came out with the second one!) or the Milani Bella Eyes Single Eyeshadows. I know they're very irresistible, but avoid overly shimmery shadows.

-Apply a medium toned matte brown on the crease and outer conner with a fluffy blending brush like the Sigma E25 to add depth. Then, pat in a matte or satin finish champagne (or a shade as close to your lid color as possible) with a dense brush on the center and inner lid. Finally, give everything one final blend with a clean blending brush(when it comes to shadows blending is key).

-Do not (I repeat DO NOT) attempt to do a cat-eye unless you've got your technique down. You'll just get frustrated (the last thing you need before an interview) because it won't turn out the way you want, and perhaps even ruin your eyeshadow. Instead, go for a simple, no muss no fuss line to define the lashes and lots of voluminous mascara. If you do have your cat eye down (you go Glen Coco!), I'd recommend the Stila Stay All Day Liquid Liner. The great thing about it, other than it's über easy and stays put all day, is that it comes in so many colors! You can go for the classic black, or tone it down slightly with a brown. You can also go for a  liner like the Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Eye Crayon and smudge it out to a cat eye with an angled brush. This way you still achieve your cat eye, but with a less harsh line. You can try both these liners, plus four more including NARS and Urban Decay, for $30 if you shop the Sephora Draw the Line value set!

-Last but certainly not least, finish off with natural looking brows. You don't have to go all Cara Delevingne, but my dynamic duo for polished brows would have to be the Anastasia Brow Wiz followed by the Benefit Gimme Brow Gel.

4. The Lips. Even though I myself am sometimes torn between reaching for my Sephora Matte Lip Cream, a classic red, or a nude, I always go for the nude. Although a red can be very beautiful and eye catching, personally, I feel that it's best reserved perhaps for a second interview or a first day. A nude, like MAC Kinda Sexy, Velvet Teddy, or even Patisserie,  will go perfectly with your simple eye, and won't distract from what you are saying throughout the interview. If you still feel the need to go for a red, go for  more toned down red like NARS Lip Pencil 'Walkyrie'. You can also go for a lip liner like (you guessed it!) MAC Whirl with a matte lip balm on top.

5. The Hair. Needless to say you should go in with freshly clean locks, or at the very least make sure they don't look greasy by using a dry shampoo. As far as a hairdo, you can be a little more inventive/creative than with your make up. Even so, if you are someone who tends to play with their hair a lot (especially when you are nervous), I'd recommend having it tied up. Whether it's a sleek pony tail, french braid, or bun, make sure your hair is out of the way; this way you are not constantly touching it or worried about how it looks and instead are concentrated on the questions. To be honest, I'm not the best at hairstyles, but HeyKayli has you covered!

Now that your makeup and hair are covered, and you are feeling pretty/comfortable, you can focus on what's important: convincing your interviewer that you're the best person for the job! Remember to stay calm and collected. A little bit of nerves is good, but too much can make you mumble your words and make you seem unprepared. Just relax and let your personality knock them off their socks!

I hope today's post was helpful in some way because I know first hand how terrifying interviews can be. Let me know in the comments how you get ready for an interview and if you have any more tips to add on to today's post!

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Empties #2

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Aloha, Bonjour, Ciao, Hello from New York! For the sake of continuing the empties post series or maybe to save room in my suitcase, I finished up a fair few products before leaving. I should perhaps call this post "hair empties", since more than half the products I went through were hair care items. But very little babbling today (lucky you), so let's get this show on the road.

- Batiste Dry Shampoo: Comes as no surprise seeing that I go through this more than underwear (not really, don't think I'm gross). My favorite dry shampoo, which of course you know since it is a regular on the blog. It is needless to say that I've already repurchased another as you are reading this.

- Dove Dry Shampoo: I want to like as much as the Batiste because I love the scent and it does do a good job at absorbing oil, but it leaves behind way too much residue. On top of that, I find that if I use it too much it leaves my scalp very itchy and flaky. Unfortunately the scent is not enough compensate for the white cast. Will not be repurchasing.

- L'Oreal Sleek It Strand Smoother Serum Spray: Has been my favorite recent hair find! If my hair is looking dull and dry, I spritz this all over (root to tip because it doesn't cause build up) and it gives instant shine/life. I find that, on me at least, it really helps keep le frizz situation under control, plus it has a really nice scent. I finished up my first bottle a little while ago, but didn't repurchase right away, and I noticed a MAJOR (Rachel Zoe voice for emphasis) difference. I had to run to the drugstore and pick up another one, so consider this a definite repurchase.

- Living Proof Flex Shaping Spray: I enjoyed using and the mini size is not only cheaper (a nice way to try pricier products) but also very convenient to carry around. It's a light hold hairspray, perhaps not the best to hold curls, but perfect for keeping any fly aways in place without making your hair feel like straw. Like I said, I did like it, but I didn't love it; so I won't be repurchasing any time soon, especially since the TRESemme Hairspray does the same thing.

- Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm: I discovered over six months ago thanks to the lovely Tanya Burr and have loved ever since. It's the most "bank for my money" beauty product I've ever purchased, and amazing at removing all my makeup. If you've never used a cleansing balm, this is a great one to start off with, plus at $28.50 it's not ridiculously expensive. Currently I'm using a Clarins cleansing balm, so although I will repurchase, I'm going to finish off that one before I do.

- Anastasia Brow Wiz: My favorite brow product by far! It has a very small/thin nib to really get into the brows, and make them look natural. Since I featured it in my Forever Repurchase, post it should come as no surprise that I've already repurchased.

- Maybelline The Rocket Mascara: I finally finished up after reaching for the L'Oreal Butterfly non-top.  Unlike a lot of gals, I actually like a plastic mascara wand. I find this one gives more volume than length, while the L'Oreal Butterfly gives both, so I don't think I'll be repurchasing anytime soon.

- Kiehls Ultra Facial Cream:  Yet another one finished, and yet another one repurchased. You guys know this is my favorite moisturizer all year round, rain or shine, and no matter how my skin is behaving. A super creamy/hydrating formula, yet very lightweight.

- Maybelline Dream Wonder Powder: Has been my go-to setting powder for a while now. It's a very lightweight formula that does wonders (pun intended) at giving the skin that airbrushed, almost blurred out finish. It keeps my (recently) oily skin at bay throughout the day, without overly mattifying the face.

- Fleure Scent Rollerball Perfume "Neon Rose": Smells so uhh-mazing! It's not to flowery, or too sweet, or too musky. It's the perfect neutral, clean, fresh scent to carry around with you just in case you start to feel/smell funky during the day.

Well my beauties, there you have a little peek at a beauty hoarder's trash. I cannot end this post without a massive THANK YOU for all the wonderful thoughts and support about my move. It honestly means the world to me to have such amazing people in my corner, and a ''thank you" in caps lock really doesn't cover it! I hope you enjoyed today's post, and don't forget to go follow me on my social media to see what I really get up to when I'm not sitting with my laptop.

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The BIG Move

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Remember when I told you few posts back that I had some news to share? Well, I moved to New York! I've been planning to do this for a while (a looong time), and a few months back I finally bought my one way ticket.

I'm probably on a plane (or already in NY) as you're reading this, but I still really wanted to share my news because I don't think I've ever been so excited/terrified. Excited to start a new life, but most importantly a new career, yet terrified because I am extremely attached to my family and the most I've been away from them is six months. I'm the girl that visits her grandparents religiously every Sunday (their house is my church), and knowing that I'm all on my own and won't get to see my family kills me. Even so, I'm lucky that they are incredibly supportive and believe that I can achieve all that I want to accomplish. When you live in a city like New York and start to doubt yourself and your capabilities, it's nice to have people on your corner to motivate you and tell you "You can do it!"

Sorry today's post wasn't beauty related, but again, I really wanted to share my news. And if I have anyone from New York reading this...Don't be shy and email/inbox me (links below)!

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Forever Repurchase

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Every girl has that holy grail product. You know, the product that makes you have a mini heart attack if you can't find it because you don't know how you are going to survive the day without it. You repurchase it again and again; or if you're like me you even have back ups of it, just in case... So for today's post I wanted to share with you some of my holy grail products, at least the ones that I've repurchased more than twice (so you know how much I love!).

- Anastasia Brow Wiz: By far the only brow product I ever want to use. I know that there are powders, pomades, and a million other choices, but this is brow perfection for me. It has the thinnest nib, perfect for creating the illusion of small hairs to make brows look fuller, and in my case also helps elongate. The color 'Ebony' is perfect for me, it comes with a handy spooly at the other end to brush through the brows, and the formula stays put all day even if I don't use a brow gel.
- NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer: I think I've lost count of how many times I've repurchased this. It's the all round perfect concealer: it's pigmented enough to cover my dark circles, it's creamy enough to blend with my fingers, it brightens/highlights, covers blemishes, and doesn't crease on me.
- L'Oreal True Match Foundation: So far in my beauty journey, this is the only foundation I've ever repurchased. The thing with me and foundations is that there are so many out there, that I'm constantly trying different ones. Even so, when I need/want something with medium to full coverage that I can always count on to look flawless, this is it! It's the perfect balance between matte and dewy, lasts very well through out the day, and it's drugstore, so I can still pay for gas. Ten thumbs up (if I had ten thumbs).
- L'Oreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara: If you've been following my blog, you might remember me saying that I'm not attached to any one mascara (again, there are too many good ones), but this one made me throw all that non sense out the window! I've bought it three times already on account that I've never received so many compliments about my lashes, evah! Even my sister, Kiara, noticed and trust me when I say this girl is not one to hand out compliments lightly. "Butterfly" indeed since it makes my lashes look fluttery, full, and long without making them look spidery (not really my thing).
- Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion: I've been loyal to for years! I have ultra sensitive skin, and Cetaphil is the only brand I trust when it comes to soap and body lotions because it doesn't make my skin flare up. It's colorless, scentless, very lightweight, yet very creamy and moisturizing. What more can I say, except that I use it every single day and will continue to do so 'til the day I die (no jokes).
- Kiehls Ultra Facial Cream: I won't even go into much detail because I've mentioned it on my blog, oh about...50 times! It's pretty much the Cetaphil equivalent, but for the face, and my favorite moisturizer, period.
- Batiste Dry Shampoo: I am a lazy bum when it comes to my hair, because every time I wash means that I have to blow dry, so anything that can help me avoid that for as long as possible is my BFF (FF). That said, I always seem to come back to this one no matter how many other dry shampoos I try (including high end ones). I find it works the best at refreshing my greasy locks and adding a much needed flowery scent.
- Revlon Base Coat: Was the first base coat I ever bought, and since it did such an amazing job, I never bothered to try a different one. It really makes a difference with the whole chipping-while-opening-a-soda situation, and I definitely notice a difference when I don't use it.
- Pleasures by Estee Lauder Perfume: Has been my 'signature' scent for nine years now. I used to be a waitress, and I remember so many people from work and clients would constantly ask me what perfume I was wearing, and it was always this. Sometimes my friends know when I arrive somewhere before they even see me because they smell it, and if I even try to use something different they say "You don't smell like yourself, no!" It is a very feminine, flowery scent; so if you're looking for a new perfume and that sounds like something up your alley, go give it a try. But be warned, we can no longer be friends because, not to be a *bee-otch*, but I don't like it when my peeps use the same perfume as me (at least not this one).

Let me know in the comments which are some of your holy grail, can't live without them, products.

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August Favorites

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Summer is officially ovah people! And sorry to say it, but good riddance. I'm probably the only person in the world that doesn't like summer. I'm not a hot weather fan (I practically live in the movie theatre during this season), I don't really love the beach, and I'm going to stop right there before you think I've completely lost my mind. On a good note though, I have some great beauty and non beauty finds from this month and I'm so excited to share them with you in today's post! I am also so happy we're entering fall, my favorite, especially because there's a major life change in the books for me coming soon (which I'll share very soon)! But for now, on with the favorites!

Beauty
A few posts back I shared some of my current favorites, which I am still loving, but never fear because, of course, I have more!

- Clarins Pure Melt Cleansing Gel: "Pure Melt" how gorgeous does that sound for removing your makeup at the end of a long day: just "melts your makeup away" (swooning moment over). I picked this up because I was running out of my trusty Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm, and wanted to try something new in the cleansing balm spectrum. This one is a gel formula, but turns into an oil as you keep massaging in. It does an amazing job at breaking down all my makeup, including mascara, and then I just wipe it all off with a warm, wet towel. It has quite a heavy grandma-scent, which I personally don't mind because it, well, reminds of my grandma; and it does leave behind a little bit of an oily residue, which means it's great for dry/combination skin, but I would stay clear if you have really oily skin.
- NARS Dual-Intensity Eyeshadow in Himalia: Ohh-em-gee, this shadow is thebombdotcom! I got this whilst in Spehora with my best friend, and as soon as I swatched it on my hand we looked at each other with the biggest eyes as if to say "what is this magic?!" The shade itself is like nothing I own and can barely describe: a neutral shimmer taupe with teeny tiny silver and pink glitter (although it doesn't look like it in the pan or picture). I have no words for how beautiful and incredibly pigmented this shadow is, and I honestly believe it would compliment any skin tone and eye color. I've been applying it with my finger (that's how rich it is), then add a little bit of liner for definition, some mascara, and done! And when paired with my next favorite, it goes from show stopping shimmer to badass metallic. The only drawback: it's most definitely a splurge item. I mean, $30 for a single eyeshadow is very pricy (I think that's why they added a little mirror), but if you are looking for a statement eyeshadow to wear day or night, dry or wet, I would take a look at this NARS range.

- MAC Fix+ : Liquid perfection in a bottle! You can intensify the color of any eye shadow with one spritz of this on your brush. As a mentioned before, I've been using this with my NARS eye shadow when I want a more metallic finish, but I also use it as a makeup setting spray, so that my makeup blends together seamlessly and wears better through out the day. A fantastic, multi-purpose product to have around, and not that pricy at all for how great it is, plus it smells amazing!
- L'Oreal RevitaLift Miracle Blur: I have to be honest, I wasn't I big fan of at first because of its very silicone-y texture and its hefty price tag. Less is definitely more with this primer, but after working it into the skin, it really does create a smooth, perfect surface that helps makeup go on and look perfect. Instagram filter in a bottle.
- Marc Jacobs Nail Lacquer in 'Petra' : Has been my go-to nail polish this month. It goes on super opaque, and I mean one-coat-is-enough opaque, and dries fast, which is perfect for when I'm in a hurry but  have to paint my nails because I feel naked without nail polish. It's a bronzy-shimmery color (visual here) so it goes well with any outfit choice.
- MAC 'Whirl' Lip Liner: Is the first lip pencil I have ever bought (shocker, I know!) With that said, this is the Brad Pitt of lip liners as it goes with everything, and it has not left my purse or lips since I got it (if only that were true with Brad). It's the perfect rosy-nude for an everyday, no muss no fuss lip, and it can be paired with a lipstick (such as my next favorite), or used on its own with a little bit of lip balm (my preferred choice). If you want sultry Kylie-Angelina lips, look no further!
- MAC 'Velvet Teddy' Lipstick: Is not only the prefect nude to pair with 'Whirl', but the perfect nude in general. It's a matte formula, but ultra creamy so you don't have to worry about heavy, dry lips. If you are looking for a very easy to throw on, "better-than-your-lips-color" nude I would definitely go and check this one out.
-  Scünci No-Slip Ponytailers: Very random find and purchase, but very useful for my fine (as in ridiculously thin) hair. Elastic hair ties always stretch out and basically do nothing for me when they do, but since these are rubber there is no stretching, but most importantly they have extra-no-slip hold. One of my biggest pet peeves is when girls use colored hair ties instead of one that kind of matches their hair color: Don't know why, I wish I could explain, but I just hate it! With that said, the pack I picked up has both black and clear ties, so there is no excuse.

Non Beauty
Like I said before, I've been living in the movie theatre lately (I try to go at least once a week), and I have a few notable mentions.
- Guardians of the Galaxy: Not your typical superhero movie (in good way). Special effects and make-up are amazing, and I don't know what I loved most: the music, Chris Pratt's abs (who knew?!), the guy from Stepbrothers, or the cute little baby tree.
- Magic in the Moonlight: Another  parisian film from Woody Allen. Set in the 1920s, visually, this movie is beautiful from the costume design to the  southern french countryside landscape. Not to mention, funny-witty script (no shock there) and brilliant acting from can-do-no wrong Emma Stone, and Colin Firth. Even though in my book it doesn't beat Manhattan or Midnight in Paris, it's still one to watch.
- Sabrina (1995): One of my all time favorite movies (ever) and lately I've been watching it non-stop thanks to Netflix. I know I would be so much cooler if I liked the original version with Audrey Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart more, but there's something about Julia Ormond that I find so intriguing; perhaps it's her soft, sultry voice and perfect red lip.
- The Giver (book and film): Probably my favorite favorite of this month. I remember reading, and loving, the book in the 6th grade; so naturally I re-read it when I heard there was a film coming out. So glad I did! This time around I found new themes, metaphors, references, and many other fancy literary concepts I, of course, couldn't see or understand as a twelve year old. Great young adult utopian/dystopian novel. I liked the film just as much even though there were several differences. But I was very happy to see well-seasoned actors such as Meryl Streep and Jeff Bridges, as well as young new comers like too-pretty-for-words Odeya Rush, and Brenton Thwaites. I only wish they had made this movie sooner, given that the book has been around for way longer than others, such as the Divergent and Hunger Games trilogy.

As for TV, I finally joined the Orphan Black band wagon. Where do people come up with these shows?! Kudos to the creators, Graeme Manson and John Fawcett, but most of all to the brilliant Tatiana Maslany. The show itself is about how a group of clones deal with the fact that they are, well, clones, and how they work together, despite their very very different lives, to learn who created them and why. Uhh-mazing show, and I highly recommend!

To wrap up this month's favorites I've got two words for you: Max Milner. This cute-as-a-button londoner has stolen my heart with his raspy voice and acoustic guitar, and his music has been blasting through my headphones all month, in particular All our lives. You should definitely check him out on youtube/iTunes to have a listen, especially if you like very Justin Nozuka/Ed Sheeran acoustic type music. Max doesn't have that many songs out, so there's only so much I can listen from him, which is why the rest of the time I've been hooked on my Tears for Fears Pandora station. It just plays all those catchy, new-wave 80s songs you know you've heard before (and love) but have no idea who sings them.

Well babes, there you have it all my August favorites. I hope the post was helpful in someway, after all that's why I'm here! Please let me know in the comments which have been some of your favorites this month, and if you have tried/been wanting to try any of the products mentioned.

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