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[MissTT]

Ugh, shoes. Shopping. Yes.

I love having variety. I'm searching for boots right now and I'm so particular. I've got 10 pairs in my cart at 6pm.com right now. 6pm is my jam.

I'm not a cream blush person so I have not tried the NARS. CC has Montenegro though. (Where she at? I told her to get in here! I'm gonna text her before I finish this post.) The cream blush NARS Enchanted is on sale for $10 on Sephora.com. I was going to try the Chanel cream blushes, but I successfully avoided them despite Medgal's raves. PP bought one when we were shopping together, but I passed. Mostly b/c I had just picked up a too expensive purse so I was very aware of my pennies in that moment.

eta: I texted CC. That girl is in the middle of a nail polish restock. Imagine that!

 

[Medgal07]

I don't know - I am insomnia-shopping on NARS' site and I am looking at this cream blush called Montenegro (described as "rich mahogany"). I am trying to tamp down my curiosity.

Cut it out Sage. I just like the name Mahogany. I'm such an easy mark! Too, too pathetic, I am.

I'm tuning you out this time. So, did you buy it?

 

[Medgal07]

Ugh, shoes. Shopping. Yes.

I love having variety. I'm searching for boots right now and I'm so particular. I've got 10 pairs in my cart at 6pm.com right now. 6pm is my jam.

I'm not a cream blush person so I have not tried the NARS. CC has Montenegro though. (Where she at? I told her to get in here! I'm gonna text her before I finish this post.) The cream blush NARS Enchanted is on sale for $10 on Sephora.com. I was going to try the Chanel cream blushes, but I successfully avoided them despite Medgal's raves. PP bought one when we were shopping together, but I passed. Mostly b/c I had just picked up a too expensive purse so I was very aware of my pennies in that moment.

eta: I texted CC. That girl is in the middle of a nail polish restock. Imagine that!

10 pairs MissTT

. I love shoes too but I don't wear the amazing ones that I have...that's DT a change in life style. Now I'm about balance and comfort, but I still rock
a 4/5 inch pair of heels every now and then.

I love the idea of putting cream blush on before my foundation. It's just awesome. I got that from Erine. I've been doing it that way ever since and I just love it!

I love my CC but she needs more NP like she needs another hole in her head---but I get it. This is not a pot and kettle situation because I'm just like her!!! I'm still
trying to limit myself to 8 NPs per month and I'm doing ok. I'm trying not to get into some of the new brands that the ladies are into on the NP thread. I'm sticking to
brands I know and love. Just got 3 of the Dior holiday NPs & 2 sets of Butter London NP. Oh & I got one Estèe Lauder & one Deborah Lippmann, but one of those will
go to my daughter who wanted Rose Gold NP. My Saks SA sent me 2 Dior NPs as a treat---so nice!

 

[MissTT]

They're just in my cart while I narrow them down. I'm looking for brown riding boots and have been for at least two years. I always get distracted by other boots/shoes/makeup/dresses/etc. and then poor.

 

[Medgal07]

They're just in my cart while I narrow them down. I'm looking for brown riding boots and have been for at least two years. I always get distracted by other boots/shoes/makeup/dresses/etc. and then poor.

I know the feeling. Well how much do you want to spend on riding boots because I can point you to some, but it'll cost ya!

 

[MissTT]

I know... I think I want to stay under $200 as I mostly wear black footwear not brown (but everyone needs brown riding boots, right???) I've been so picky about the shade. I want a cognac. I also have small calves which probably poses the biggest issue. I do not want to look like I'm wearing galoshes. The circumference should be under 15". Preferably 14". The brands that make boots like that, like Coclico, want me to pay them $500-600. I don't like brown that much plus I find other things to spend that money on. Then I get distracted by beautiful redwood browns like Frye's or a taupe or rich chocolate brown. See that's why I hate brown. There are so many of them and they give a different feeling. If I had all the money in the world... La Canadienne is around $300+.

Last year I was able to score a pair of Aquatalia Pips boots for about 70% off. I am totally in love. They are comfortable, gorgeous, and weatherproof. I can run in them. The bottom is quite lugged so my footing is always sure even in bad weather yet the shoe is 100% feminine since the lug sole is not visible. The heel is 3.5" and I wore them all day when we were in SC. I mean 4 hours in the mall all the way to dinner that night. I had to stop and buy gel insoles for the man for his Pumas, but I was able to walk all day in my boots. Wore them in the airports. Just the whole trip. I've been stalking the brand for the last year, but have been unable to find a similar deal. The quality is amazing so I know I should give in, but once you find a deal like that you just feel like you're getting robbed paying more.

 

[sagehen]

  [COLOR=008000] Cut it out Sage.  I just like the name Mahogany.  I'm such an easy mark! Too, too pathetic, I am.  [/COLOR]hboy: [COLOR=008000] I'm tuning you out this time.  So, did you buy it?[/COLOR]

I am trying to find it in the flesh - if I like I will buy. I am being bad about wearing my heels too. I love them, but I am having a low-morale year at work. I refuse to pull it together most days - I am professional but I don't go for any extra oomph. I have not worn much jewelry either or many skirts. The men here seem to think it was for their entertainment. I told my boss (and it's partially true) that it's too cold in our suite for all that - it's slacks, blouses and sweaters and wedges at most now. OH! FOTD: FACE: Revlon Colorstay Whipped, Caramel It Cosmetics Bye Bye Undereye concealer, Deep MAC Select Sheer Pressed Powder, NW43 Iman blush, Sable for light contour no blush EYES: Maybelline CT, Audacious Asphalt MAC Gentle Fume Quad: Waft on lid, with Gentle Fume on inner 1/3 Rondelle on brow bone, blended into crease with Carbon Jordana brow powder, brunette e.l.f liquid liner, Midnight, on top lid Ulta kohl liner, cobalt blue on lower lashline MAybelline One on One mascara, Very Black LIPS: Ulta lip pencil, Mink NYX lip pencil, Prune MAC l/s, Taupe I know, I should have worn some more vampy lip color but I have an upper lip situation that dark lipstick draws attention to. Y'all know what I mean. It will be fixed tonight.

 

[Medgal07]

I know, I should have worn some more vampy lip color but I have an upper lip situation that dark lipstick draws attention to. Y'all know what I mean. It will be fixed tonight.

! The looks sounds nice Sage. That's a pretty e/s quad!

 

[Medgal07]

I don't know - I am insomnia-shopping on NARS' site and I am looking at this cream blush called Montenegro (described as "rich mahogany"). I am trying to tamp down my curiosity.

I wish I had a CCO close to me. It's like an hour away. I'd be annoyed if I got there and there wasn't a good selection. Some CCOs are better than others.

 

[Medgal07]

I know... I think I want to stay under $200 as I mostly wear black footwear not brown (but everyone needs brown riding boots, right???) I've been so picky about the shade. I want a cognac. I also have small calves which probably poses the biggest issue. I do not want to look like I'm wearing galoshes. The circumference should be under 15". Preferably 14". The brands that make boots like that, like Coclico, want me to pay them $500-600. I don't like brown that much plus I find other things to spend that money on. Then I get distracted by beautiful redwood browns like Frye's or a taupe or rich chocolate brown. See that's why I hate brown. There are so many of them and they give a different feeling. If I had all the money in the world... La Canadienne is around $300+.

Last year I was able to score a pair of Aquatalia Pips boots for about 70% off. I am totally in love. They are comfortable, gorgeous, and weatherproof. I can run in them. The bottom is quite lugged so my footing is always sure even in bad weather yet the shoe is 100% feminine since the lug sole is not visible. The heel is 3.5" and I wore them all day when we were in SC. I mean 4 hours in the mall all the way to dinner that night. I had to stop and buy gel insoles for the man for his Pumas, but I was able to walk all day in my boots. Wore them in the airports. Just the whole trip. I've been stalking the brand for the last year, but have been unable to find a similar deal. The quality is amazing so I know I should give in, but once you find a deal like that you just feel like you're getting robbed paying more.

You're a smart shopper MissTT. If the boots aren't urgently need I'd wait to catch a great sale. The problem with waiting is getting your size!

 

[sagehen]

I know... I think I want to stay under $200 as I mostly wear black footwear not brown (but everyone needs brown riding boots, right???) I've been so picky about the shade. I want a cognac. I also have small calves which probably poses the biggest issue. I do not want to look like I'm wearing galoshes. The circumference should be under 15". Preferably 14". The brands that make boots like that, like Coclico, want me to pay them $500-600. I don't like brown that much plus I find other things to spend that money on. Then I get distracted by beautiful redwood browns like Frye's or a taupe or rich chocolate brown. See that's why I hate brown. There are so many of them and they give a different feeling. If I had all the money in the world... La Canadienne is around $300+. Last year I was able to score a pair of Aquatalia Pips boots for about 70% off. I am totally in love. They are comfortable, gorgeous, and weatherproof. I can run in them. The bottom is quite lugged so my footing is always sure even in bad weather yet the shoe is 100% feminine since the lug sole is not visible. The heel is 3.5" and I wore them all day when we were in SC. I mean 4 hours in the mall all the way to dinner that night. I had to stop and buy gel insoles for the man for his Pumas, but I was able to walk all day in my boots. Wore them in the airports. Just the whole trip. I've been stalking the brand for the last year, but have been unable to find a similar deal. The quality is amazing so I know I should give in, but once you find a deal like that you just feel like you're getting robbed paying more.

As a lady with wide calves, I totally identify with this issue. People are always trying to sell me faux leather or charge through the nose.

 

[sagehen]

  [COLOR=008000] I wish I had a CCO close to me.  It's like an hour away.  I'd be annoyed if I got there and there wasn't a good selection.  Some CCOs are better than others.[/COLOR]

No, you do not. Sometimes I go in and have to get control of myself. Sometimes you end up buying stuff you never intended to, you know, just to try, to say you did it (this is how I tried out ELDW foundation). Because, of course, it's 30% off, you know?

 

[MissTT]

No, you do not. Sometimes I go in and have to get control of myself. Sometimes you end up buying stuff you never intended to, you know, just to try, to say you did it (this is how I tried out ELDW foundation). Because, of course, it's 30% off, you know?

Did you know this was done intentionally? Outlet malls are developed some distance from where most people live. What happens is you end up spending money because you drove all the way out there and don't want the trip to be a waste of time and gas. I drive out to my CCO which is about 25 mins away and I'm so upset when there's nothing I want at the CCO. I stay in there for a good hour or more making sure there's nothing I need to have. Essentially, I force myself to want something since I made the trip.

 

[honybr]

Did you know this was done intentionally? Outlet malls are developed some distance from where most people live. What happens is you end up spending money because you drove all the way out there and don't want the trip to be a waste of time and gas. I drive out to my CCO which is about 25 mins away and I'm so upset when there's nothing I want at the CCO. I stay in there for a good hour or more making sure there's nothing I need to have. Essentially, I force myself to want something since I made the trip.

Ok this is good to know because that is me every single time I drive to my CCO. Especially since I drive a gas guzzler - I'm like "I'm not wasting all that gas money for nothing!"

My fall look today is OCC's Sybil with Mac's Chestnut l/g on top. Love this combo. I'm also wearing Lorac's baked blush in Hollywood.

I have a question. Has anyone here tried Lit cosmetics glitter? I bought the kit from Sephora and I'm wondering if the base they provide is good enough of should I use my NARS base first. Any help would be appreciated!

 

[sagehen]

Faux?! ooh:  They usually even look cheap. Pass. Spend $50 more dollars for the real thing. Lots of brands are making wide calf options now although I'm sure not as readily available as you would like. Meaning you probably have to go online quite a bit still. However, chicken leg sizes are still a rarity. Sizing is another issue like Medgal was saying. I have big 'ol feet so the calf gets larger as the size increases. If I had more dainty feet I probably wouldn't have as much trouble. Did you know this was done intentionally? Outlet malls are developed some distance from where most people live. What happens is you end up spending money because you drove all the way out there and don't want the trip to be a waste of time and gas. I drive out to my CCO which is about 25 mins away and I'm so upset when there's nothing I want at the CCO. I stay in there for a good hour or more making sure there's nothing I need to have. Essentially, I force myself to want something since I made the trip.

I can believe that. I live 10 min from one, but for me, it's braving the traffic, congested parking lot and the ATTITUDE of the folk behind the counter at my place. My thing is also that I will buy something I was only marginally interested in along with the item(s) I wanted. Sad. The ladies on another website (dunno if allowed to say it here) were going on and on about ELDW, so I grabbed that at the CCO. cray.

 

[MissTT]

Yep y'all. The outlet mall being on the outskirts of town or not even in a town at all is in the business model. All set up to take your money.

 

[Medgal07]

No, you do not. Sometimes I go in and have to get control of myself. Sometimes you end up buying stuff you never intended to, you know, just to try, to say you did it (this is how I tried out ELDW foundation). Because, of course, it's 30% off, you know?

I've only been to a CCO once...I was in Niagara Falls and stumbled upon it. I got some pretty good stuff at that time.

 

[Medgal07]

I forgot to mention, today is the 11th anniversary of my double mastectomy. Just want to say I am blessed and grateful to be alive!!!
Although I celebrate this major milestone, I do think of and pray for those who were /are not as fortunate and those who are amid the struggle!

 

[Medgal07]

Yep y'all. The outlet mall being on the outskirts of town or not even in a town at all is in the business model. All set up to take your money.

Absolutely...that's why I don't venture to the one an hour away from my house!

 

[Medgal07]

Ok this is good to know because that is me every single time I drive to my CCO. Especially since I drive a gas guzzler - I'm like "I'm not wasting all that gas money for nothing!"

My fall look today is OCC's Sybil with Mac's Chestnut l/g on top. Love this combo. I'm also wearing Lorac's baked blush in Hollywood.

I have a question. Has anyone here tried Lit cosmetics glitter? I bought the kit from Sephora and I'm wondering if the base they provide is good enough of should I use my NARS base first. Any help would be appreciated!

Wow Honybr---I just googled that lip tar---it's gorgeous. You were vamping it up today!!! I have Chestnut lipstick & lip glass. Because of your reminder I'll be giving them some love sometime soon.

I'm not too big on glitter but I just got two of the MAC holiday pigment sets and Too Faced Glitter Glue. Sorry but that's the extent of my experience.

My apologies ladies but when I try to multi-quote my browser simultaneously quits.