Nordstrom Fall Beauty Trend Event + Jo Malone

Twice a year Nordstrom has a beauty trend event where fabulous ladies get together and discuss new products and techniques in makeup.  I had the pleasure to host Nordstrom's Fall Beauty Trend Event alongside beauty expert Terri Craft and blogger MiaTheBoss.  It was such a memorable experience sharing my favorite products, answering questions about skincare, and interacting with other beauty enthusiasts.

As most of you already know I am a big fragrance lover so of course I had to stop by Jo Malone and check out what's new.  Cristina is a fragrance specialist and Jo Malone manager who creates a fun experience while choosing your signature scent.  Nordstrom makes sure their beauty stylists know their stuff and I throughly enjoy my chats with Christina.

Mimosa & Cardamom is the newest scent to be added to the line up.  Jo Malone knows a woman loves to feel dainty yet sexy and this scent creates both moods.  Mimosa & Cardamom falls under the floral profile and smells lovely alone or mixed.  The suggested paring scents are Peony & Blush Suede, English Pear Freesia, or Rose Water &Vanilla.

First Look | Christian Dior Capture Totale One Essential Face Serum

Nordstrom is known for high end luxury items; this stands true for their beauty products.  Its always a pleasure to accept any invite from Nordstrom to sit in while beauty gurus and professionals chat about the latest trends and products.  But its double the pleasure when I win a $600 drawing and score a Dior gift set.  Of course I was stoked to receive the delightful fragrances of Miss Dior and J'Adore Dior, but the real gem here is the skincare; a 1.7 oz bottle of Dior Cature Totale One Essential face serum.

At first, I tossed the burgundy bottle to the side for a few days without any real thought to using it. I'm approaching my thirties and even though I've been pretty lucky thus far with clear skin, I really should be taking better care of myself.  Could it be that this burgundy bottle will give me what I need?  At $125 per bottle this serum promises to rejuvenate and restore the skin's luminosity and brightness no matter the skin type.  So I added this product to my daily regime and will keep you Dolls updated on the results.  What has been the most expensive skincare product you've bought and was it worth it?

$1,000 Face: Skin Care & Luxury Natural Face

It's not always the makeup itself that makes you look beautiful, but also the condition of your skin.  Lately I've been getting really into skin care.  The foundation of a flawless made up face will be the skincare routine.  I was recently introduced to the Yves Saint Laurent Forever Youth Liberator Serum by celebrity make up artist Brittany of Nordstrom's beauty department (here).  She suggested the YSL serum because it has anti-aging ingredients like glycanactif and also the serum brightens the skin and creates a glow.  With 100 years of research, 7 nobel prize mentions and with 2 out of 3 women choosing YSL serum I had to give it a try.  At $155 a bottle I opted for a couple of sample packs tom my beauty consultant and tried it for myself.  Personally, I really like this serum because of the lightweight feel on my skin and the wonderful apricot smell which is the signature smell of most of the YSL products.  During the day, I kept checking on my face and it seemed to do well with my oily T-zone area.  So far I am pleased with the serum but it's too early to tell if I'd recommend it or would buy a full bottle.  I'll be sure to update you dolls again about this serum with long term use.  One thing for sure is that I plan to start with anti-aging now instead of later.  

What Brittany Used

skincare

YSL Forever Youth Liberator Serum

YSL Forever Light Creator Eye Creme

face

YSL Touche Clat Foundation B70

YSL Touche Clat Radiant Touch Pen #45

YSL Creme de Blush shade 1

NARS Casino Bronzer

NARS Albatross Highlighter

eyes

Anastasia Dipbrow Chocolate

Anastasia Brow Wiz Brunette

YSL Ombres Quad #8 (used wet)

Smashbox Always Sharp Eyeliner Pacific

YSL Leyeliner Noir

MAC Studio Finish NW 30

YSL Faux Cils Mascara

lips

Clinique Lip Smoothie Bit O'Honey

YSL Rouge Volupte #2

YSL Gloss Volupte #10

Wake Up Pretty Party at Nordstrom!

Being invited to Nordstrom's Wake Up Pretty Party as a guest blogger was one of the best ways to start the new season.  It was quite a pleasure to be surrounded with other makeup and beauty product lovers as we heard from the top brands like YSL, Dior, MAC Cosmetics, Bobbi Brown, Clairosinic and more!  The event happens twice a year to showcase spring and fall beauty trends.  There was food, swag bags and giveaways along with training from top cosmetic artists and free make up demos- what more can a girl ask for?  If you ever have a chance to go to this event in your city, GO!  I promise you will not regret the $20 ticket fee and you'll have a load of fun.  

 

 

 

What I Wore

top- Forever 21

leggings- Luxe Vain Boutique

jacket- Forever 21

shoes- Aldo

earrings- Forever 21

lipstick- MAC Relentlessly Red & MAC Vino liner