Simple Eye Look with Urban Decay's "Get Baked"

I recently purchased this "Get Baked" palette by Urban Decay from Sephora. It features four eye shadows and also comes with a mini UDPP in Sin and a 24/7 Eye Pencil in Bourbon. I've been wanting to try these products for awhile and Sephora was selling it on special for $18 so it sounded like a great deal. I've been playing around with it and decided to put a look together for you guys. Everything I'm using can be found in this set (aside from mascara). It's really simple and easy with a pop of color... enjoy!
Products I used:
1. Urban Decay Get Baked Palette
2. UDPP in Sin
3. 24/7 Eye Pencil in Bourbon
4. E.LF. Studio Eye liner brush
5. E.L.F Studio Contouring Brush
6. Revlon Eyeshadow Brush
7. Maybelline Telescopic Mascara
8. Shu Uemura Eyelash Curler

Keep in mind that you don't have to use these exact items. They're easy replaceable by whatever you have in your collection.

Steps:

1. Apply primer to your eyelids and smooth out with your finger.
2. Apply "Baked" or Gold Eyeshadow all over your lid with brush

3. Apply "Twice Baked" or any shimmery deep brown shadow to to outer half of your lid.
4. Using a brush, blend the two colors together

6. Smudge a dark brown eyeliner into your lash line.
7. Wet your eyeliner brush, pack on "Flipside" or a teal eyeshadow and apply to your lower lash line.

8. Apply Mascara
9. Curl your lashes (this step is not necessary)

And Voila! 9 easy steps and you're done.

Hope this was helpful!
Until next time... Little Miss Savvy

One Year Mark!

I've reached the one year mark of of my blog officially today! YAY! It's been a shaky year with blogging. I love it, I do but sometimes I find it hard to keep up between school, work, family, friends, etc. I took a hiatus for a few months- had a great summer, just finished off the fall semester, and now I'm back in NYC enjoying the holidays. In the mist of it all, I've been planning to come back to my blog. Now that I'm home and have extra time on my hands, I've decided to pick it back up. Thank you all who have been reading since the beginning and waited so patiently for updates. I'm back and hopefully, this time it will be for good (I'll make a conscious effort, I promise!!). I'm also sporting a new layout, I've been playing around with it for a bit and now I think I'm happy with how it looks. Tell me what you guys think!

Moving on...if you're a Beauty Insider at Sephora, you might have received a $15 Gift Card through your emails. Here's what I bought with mine:

Sephora by O.P.I.'s Metro Chic. And yes, with it came 25+ sheets on tissue paper. Sephora, care to be a little more green in the future? (By the way, the color is gorgeous!)

I also stopped by my local Rite Aid and picked this up...

Isn't it cute? It's an EOS lip balm in Summer Fruit. Nothing will ever compare to Burt's Bees in my book but I'm also a sucker for nice packaging.

Have a great weekend all!
- Little Miss Savvy

A Few of My Favorite Things...

Since the Holiday season is in full swing, I thought I'd post up a few things that I am currently in love with. These are just some items that I either always have in my bag, wear a lot, or am constantly reaching for. I thought that since I love them so much, someone you know might enjoy them too- or even yourself. So here they are...

Rose Salve- Rose Salve is a great multipurpose 'ointment' for chapped lips, dry skin, etc. This particular one by C.O. Bigelow has a very subtle hint of pink. When you apply it to your lips, it gives is a nice glossy and flushed look. I purchased this tin over a year ago at Bath and Body works for $5.50- I use it constantly and still have so much left! Another great one is Smith's Rosebud Salve that you can find at Sephora (I believe it's a couple dollars more expensive though).


Infinity Scares- I bought this particular infinity scarf from H&M for $9.95. I love infinity scarves because they're so warm and chunky. It's a giant loop and you can play around with for different looks- wrap it around 2 times, 3 times, etc. It's also great for those of us who find it hard to tie our scarves properly. Anyway you wear an it, it falls on your neck nicely without much effort.



My makeup bag- So I was browsing around the Target $1 section and found this adorable croc-inspired, patent makeup bag. It's not too big which is the perfect size for me since I don't carry a lot of my makeup around. It can also double as a wristlet for nights out. And best of all, it was only a dollar!




Matte Eyeshadows- When I first started using makeup, I loved big, bold, and lots of SHIMMER. After some experimenting, I've come to realize that less is more. While I do still love my flashy eyeshadows, I think a nice matte eyeshadow can go a long way- it enhances our eyes without bringing in too much unwanted attention. I particularly love these Revlon matte shadows- I purchased them at CVS when they were having a BOGO sale.


Booties for Home- I am always cold so wintertime is problematic for me. I always layer up when I go outside- sweater, coat, gloves, hat, scarf, etc. But when I'm a home, it's uncomfortable to wear so much. I found these booties at Charlotte Russe for $15. They're lightweight and comfortable so you don't feel like you're wearing a lot. They also keep my little feet nice and toasty.



Orangina- As you can tell from my empty bottle, Orangina is one of my favorite drinks. Light, crisp, bubbly, and refreshing- YUM! (It may be hard to find, but if you're in NYC, you can pick some up at Dean and Deluca)

What are some of your favorite things?

-Little Miss Savvy

Celeb Style: Sarah Michelle Gellar

Here's a celeb that I really adore: Sarah Michelle Gellar. I've loved her ever since her Buffy: The Vampire Slayer days. She's gorgeous, can kick-ass, has a cute husband, and always has great style. Here's a look for her that is very chic and casual- it's also really easy to pull off with things you can already find in your wardrobe. If you're looking to go out and purchase these items, here are some more affordable pieces that look just as great:

1. Forever 21 Vintage Inspired Beret $5.80
2. Rampage Trish Stretch Bootie, DSW $29.95
3. Oxford and Regent Tank, JCPenny $12.99
4. Silence and Noise Open Front Blazer, UO $49
5. Forever 21 Soft Fab Skinny Jean $14.50
6. Charlotte Russe Layered Leaf Necklace $7.99
7. Wet Seal Quilted Shoulder Bag $16.50

Throw on your favorite pair of sunglasses and you're ready to go!


P.S. Doesn't she look great after just having a baby!?!

Blast from the Past: Maybelline Kissing Stick

So I love anything retro or vintage. I found this cute commercial the other day so I thought I'd share. It's for Maybelline Kissing Stick, shot in 1977. Seems so fun, like the Lip Smackers of the 70's. Wonder what happen to them?

-Little Miss Savvy