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[LV2EVOLVE]

Oh! It's terrible. Do keep safe.

Thank you! It's like bittersweet. We have to work, be evacuated while at work and continue working. It has been trying. I especially feel so sorry for the firefighters.

I noticed that that when I had a chance to grab some things, most of it was cosmetics. I opted for newer items that I felt were dear to me even if they weren't limited edition. I found that pretty interesting.

After this experience, I'm definitely going to fit my possessions into two bags and that's it. So, whatever fits fits and anything else should be decluttered. I've already been working on that for most of the year and have never read the book on decluttering. I think the final stage of decluttering should be piling up what's essential in a small space and seeing if a person can live without the rest.

 

[LV2EVOLVE]

​ohoh! I do hope you are safe & sound! The hurricanes & wildfires have certainly made me all the more aware & thankful for my life situations. Please be well & take good care!

Thank you! Omg, I don't even know how I could bear a hurricane and/or even flooding. I was a child when it flooded here and there's no way I could deal with that as an adult with a child. It's a reality check.

 

[awickedshape]

Thank you! It's like bittersweet. We have to work, be evacuated while at work and continue working. It has been trying. I especially feel so sorry for the firefighters.

I noticed that that when I had a chance to grab some things, most of it was cosmetics. I opted for newer items that I felt were dear to me even if they weren't limited edition. I found that pretty interesting.

After this experience, I'm definitely going to fit my possessions into two bags and that's it. So, whatever fits fits and anything else should be decluttered. I've already been working on that for most of the year and have never read the book on decluttering. I think the final stage of decluttering should be piling up what's essential in a small space and seeing if a person can live without the rest.

Awful that people have to endure these things (loss of homes, possessions, comfort etc) in addition to the danger of these disasters.
First responders are so brave!

It must be quite an eye-opening experience amidst everything.

When I started working for more money I was able to start buying new clothes (I had two old pairs of shoes at first) and I would start to donate a lot of clothes when I was unable to donate money. I'll never forget hearing how glad a younger girl was to get clothes to go to work when she was just starting out with nothing, it kept me donating.
After seeing Hoarders and hearing of a girl at work whose house burned down it just drove me into a higher gear and I was giving away almost everything but this last year I started to accumulate again so I have to look at that, because I had grown to love minimalism.

 

[LV2EVOLVE]

Awful that people have to endure these things (loss of homes, possessions, comfort etc) in addition to the danger of these disasters.
First responders are so brave!

It must be quite an eye-opening experience amidst everything.

When I started working for more money I was able to start buying new clothes (I had two old pairs of shoes at first) and I would start to donate a lot of clothes when I was unable to donate money. I'll never forget hearing how glad a younger girl was to get clothes to go to work when she was just starting out with nothing, it kept me donating.
After seeing Hoarders and hearing of a girl at work whose house burned down it just drove me into a higher gear and I was giving away almost everything but this last year I started to accumulate again so I have to look at that, because I had grown to love minimalism.

I've grown to love minimalism too. I don't think I could ever be a total minimalist and certainly not a hoarder. But, I always took care of my things and hung onto them especially living between countries. I've donated tons of unworn clothing and shoes. Anything that wasn't consigned, I donated to the Cancer Society. After having my daughter, I just noticed that my time was so consumed and I didn't have time for myself. I donate her clothing and toys as well.

Now I make sure I only keep clothing that I wear and fits. I love bags and cosmetics the most. But, bags take up space. So, I use, abuse, enjoy my bags and let them go. I make sure not to have bag, shoe and jewelry collections. Any of these items must have a serious resale value IF I purchase them to hang onto.

I've consolidated a lot of my cosmetics and it'll be the hardest to not repurchase. So far, I've splurged on the Fenty line because I like the quality. I'm using the products. I had to really let go of my MAC collections. The products fell out of use after having a child and expired. That ticked me off enough not to collect again, lol.

 

[awickedshape]

I've grown to love minimalism too. I don't think I could ever be a total minimalist and certainly not a hoarder. But, I always took care of my things and hung onto them especially living between countries. I've donated tons of unworn clothing and shoes. Anything that wasn't consigned, I donated to the Cancer Society. After having my daughter, I just noticed that my time was so consumed and I didn't have time for myself. I donate her clothing and toys as well.

Now I make sure I only keep clothing that I wear and fits. I love bags and cosmetics the most. But, bags take up space. So, I use, abuse, enjoy my bags and let them go. I make sure not to have bag, shoe and jewelry collections. Any of these items must have a serious resale value IF I purchase them to hang onto.

I've consolidated a lot of my cosmetics and it'll be the hardest to not repurchase. So far, I've splurged on the Fenty line because I like the quality. I'm using the products. I had to really let go of my MAC collections. The products fell out of use after having a child and expired. That ticked me off enough not to collect again, lol.

Lol I hear you.

Oh, yes, all your attention will be focused on the little one!

Times change and I had to learn by making a few mistakes when I spent my money.
I started buying Guess bags and gave them all away when my tastes refined a bit and I started looking at the material and longevity in addition to the style. Same with jewellery and makeup, I learned to be more discerning.
I like nice things but it's easier to let things go than I would have thought.

 

[Haven]

I went to Sephora and swatched everything. Most products in the holiday release are complete glitter bombs, as has been mentioned before.

 

[lippieluv2013]

UGH. I fought with my inner makeup demon over ordering the eyeshadow palette. She won so the palette should be here tomorrow.
The glitter/shimmer appeals to me because I plan to use them for toppers. But the formula is a concern but we will see - I can always return it. The other items in the collection did not appeal to my wallet. Unlimited funds? I would have purchased everything! But I would probably only use the lip products only once or twice and end up passing them on....

 

[Shars]

LOL! I kinda snorted when I read this…but it's a true observation. It's def appealing to a younger customer base. I have learned everything is not for everyone.
Also, with my makeup wardrobe dekrappifying & re-building over the past couple years, I am being far more particular and selective with what I purchase. Thank you Marie Kondo method…and too many lovely ladies, including you, here with super refined taste.

This reminds me I need to order that book by hers that you mentioned. Lord knows I need to tone things down.

Awful that people have to endure these things (loss of homes, possessions, comfort etc) in addition to the danger of these disasters.
First responders are so brave!
It must be quite an eye-opening experience amidst everything.
When I started working for more money I was able to start buying new clothes (I had two old pairs of shoes at first) and I would start to donate a lot of clothes when I was unable to donate money. I'll never forget hearing how glad a younger girl was to get clothes to go to work when she was just starting out with nothing, it kept me donating.
After seeing Hoarders and hearing of a girl at work whose house burned down it just drove me into a higher gear and I was giving away almost everything but this last year I started to accumulate again so I have to look at that, because I had grown to love minimalism.

Girl, the thought of accumulating so much that could just be lost in an instant is sobering! I've already been thinking about better storage for my makeup as a lot of it has sentimental value. But I do hear you on the donation front. I've been reducing my closet and giving away a lot of things as well. Focusing on buying 3 quality items rather than 50 that were on sale.

 

[awickedshape]

This reminds me I need to order that book by hers that you mentioned. Lord knows I need to tone things down.


Girl, the thought of accumulating so much that could just be lost in an instant is sobering! I've already been thinking about better storage for my makeup as a lot of it has sentimental value. But I do hear you on the donation front. I've been reducing my closet and giving away a lot of things as well. Focusing on buying 3 quality items rather than 50 that were on sale.

It's terrifying.

Some of the LE items can be pretty special.
Oh, yes, hard to resist sales sometimes. I'm trying to be more discerning but I had some slip ups this year

 

[Rinstar]

I like Spacesuit l/g and Nepturnt e/l. May end up grabbing those, but I have other things first in line to get this holiday season.

 

[mac_aiken]

This is a collection that you definitely need to see in person and make a decision.
I am 51 years old and there were pieces of this that work well for me so I don't think of it as geared entirely toward a younger consumer. Would I wear a full face of glitter to work? Of course not. But there are fun pieces and things that can be toned down and will work well.
And, as others have said, it is all in the application.

 

[awickedshape]

Sneak Peek: Fenty Beauty Galaxy Collection Photos & Swatches

 

[fur4elise]

Sneak Peek: Fenty Beauty Galaxy Collection Photos & Swatches

G-g-g-glitter Bomb!

 

[shontay07108]

OK so I'm done with this collection and here are the results: The liners have to go back. Using them straight up as a liner they're unremarkable. Smudging them out to "release the glitter" is a damn mess. I just got the glitter completely off my face after trying them two days ago. They didn't look that good on either. Total bust.

I decided to pass on the lipsticks, but one really kinda nagged at me and that's Super Moon. I went ahead and ordered it and I'm so glad I did because it's gorgeous. It's pigmented and a bit shiny, but not nearly as glittery as the others and looks amazing with the matching gloss.

I think I said before that I got all the glosses and they're all keepers. The shadow palette isn't for me, so I'm not even tempted to try.

 

[fur4elise]

OK so I'm done with this collection and here are the results: The liners have to go back. Using them as a straight up as a liner they're unremarkable. Smudging them out to "release the glitter" is a damn mess. I just got the glitter completely off my face after trying them two days ago. They didn't look that good on either. Total bust. I decided to pass on the lipsticks, but one really kinda nagged at me and that's Super Moon. I went ahead and ordered it and I'm so glad I did because it's gorgeous. It's pigmented and a bit shiny, but not nearly as glittery as the others and looks amazing with the matching gloss.
I think I said before that I got all the glosses and they're all keepers. The shadow palette isn't for me, so I'm not even tempted to try.

I confess the sparkling peach description of Supermoon & Spacesuit are very appealing to me!

 

[leonah]

tempted to pick up spacesuit

 

[awickedshape]

 

[MissTania]

I'm curious to hear how you like the brush! The pink on pink is luring me in lol

I haven't even washed it and tried it yet, but I plan to do so soon. Were you lured in?

 

[VixenwithFixens]

Anyone have suggestions for a base, other than Mac pain pots for these shadows?

 

[fur4elise]

Anyone have suggestions for a base, other than Mac paint pots for these shadows?

MUFE XL Aqua Color Paints - I love these and they do not budge!

stila just came out with a LE mini set called Eye For Elegance that has 3 Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eyeshadows. This is a new product. My guess is these will come out sometime in the near future in full size. They are glitter-free shadows that are great as a base.