Pantone 2015: Marsala

As you may know, 2015 Pantone's color of the year is Marsala. If you're looking to incorporate this 90's look into your beauty routine for 2015, look no further than this list. These products are the perfect shade of soft brown-red to dark plum and will give you that instant update you're looking for!

-Marc Jacobs Nail Lacquer in Jezebel
-Lime Crime Venus Palette
-Lime Crime Velvetines in Riot and Wicked
-Stila Shadow Compact in Twig
-MAC Burgundy x 9 Eyeshadow Palette
-MAC Lipstick in Diva and Sin
-Essie Nail Lacquer - In Stitches
-NARS Blush in Seduction




Feel free to follow my Marsala Inspiration Board at:
https://www.pinterest.com/victoriawonn/marsala/

Beauty Blogs To Follow Now

- Linda Hallberg -

Linda Hallberg

http://www.lindahallberg.se

Lisa Eldridge

http://www.lisaeldridge.com

Sam + Stacey at Pixiwoo

http://www.pixiwoo.com

Beauty Banter

http://www.beautybanter.com

The Beauty Department

http://www.thebeautydepartment.com

Beauty Is Boring

http://www.beautyisboring.com

Beauty Bets

http://www.beautybets.com

6 Blushes to Try This Summer

-Clinique Cheek Pop in Pansy Pop
super cute packaging and great spring colors

-Nars Blush in Deep Throat, Angelika and New Order
longest lasting blush, great color and buildable color

-Benefit Hoola Bronzer
velvety matte finish bronzer, a MUST HAVE in your makeup bag, great for contouring

-Urban Decay Afterglow Blush in Obsessed
long lasting, velvety finish, goes on beautifully and super blendable

- NARS Angelika -

- NARS New Order -

- NARS Deep Throat -

- Urban Decay Obsessed -

- Clinique Pansy Pop -

YYC Design Lab Event @ Hudson's Bay

STAY TUNED! 

Back to Basics: How to Dress Well (ON A BUDGET)

As you may know, I'm a huge fan of the basic tee. Who isn't? They are so wearable, comfortable and go with EVERYTHING. Style them up with an adorned necklace or style them down with a pair of jeans. Whatever your style, they are a must have. And if they are so important in our wardrobes why do we skimp out on them...?

I've heard from a lot of people to just get your "basic tees" at the GAP, but if you are going to be wearing your basic tee all the time and as a transition piece, wouldn't you want something that you're going to feel comfortable in? Why not spend that little bit of extra money on your staple items and leave a bit less money for the "trends" department. Trends fade anway, don't they? I know I like to spend a little bit more money on my basics to make sure that they fit well and are higher quality items that will last and last multiple times in the wash. And by a bit more money, I'm not saying go crazy expensive! I'm just saying instead of going for the "three weird fitting tees for thirty dollars" sale; get ONE thirty dollar tee that you will be able to wear over and over again. One quality shirt will outlast the cheaper ones and so you will actually be spending LESS money on your clothing.

Good news for the ladies on a budget: Spring + Summer 2015 is allowing us to dress a bit more relaxed and comfortable so WE CAN go back to the basics.

SO LADIES, take pride in what you wear and let's go back to basics!

- pair a basic tee with jeans for a relaxed look -

Here are some great places to find them:

-Aritzia

-Splendid

-Free People

-J Crew

-James Perse

-Club Monaco

-Oak + Fort

Stores for trendier items:

-TopShop

-Zara

-H&M

-Urban Outfitters
-Forever 21

In Bloom Photoshoot

A HUGE thank you to everyone who made this shoot possible:
Location: Artists Within
Stylists: Artists Within
Model: Sarah Stokes
Photography: Paulina Ochoa Photography
Makeup: Victoria Wonnacott - Makeup Artistry

STAY TUNED FOR THE FINAL PHOTOS!

Hair + Wardrobe

Makeup by Victoria Wonnacott- Makeup Artistry

Photography by Paulina Ochoa Photography

Model - Sarah Stokes

Happy Earth Day!

In BLOOM Shoot

What you'll need:
-Bite Watercolor Lipgloss Library
-Urban Decay 24/7 Eye Pencil in Woodstock
-Urban Decay 24/7 Eye Pencil in Electric
-Urban Decay 24/7 Eye Pencil in Freak
-Sephora Colorful Shadow in Lilac Shimmer
-Sephora Contour Eye Pencil in Strawberry Macaroon
-Stila Magnificent Metal Foil Shadow in Kitten
-NARS Copacabana Illuminator
-MAC Studio Eye Gloss in Lightly Tauped
-MAC Lipstick in Pervette
-MAC Lipstick in Notice Me

Stay tuned for shots from this shoot I'm doing on April 27th. To view my entire inspiration board go to: https://www.pinterest.com/victoriawonn/in-bloom-shoot/ 

 

Spring Makeup Must-Haves

The List:
-Nars Blush in New Order
-Make Up For Ever Aqua Eyes Waterproof Liner in Light Taupe
-Sephora Collection Different Strokes Brush Set (online only)
-Hoola Bronzer by Benefit
-Benefit Creaseless Cream Shadow in Bikini Tini
-Nars Copacabana Illuminator
-Obsessive Compulsive Pro's Pick Portable Lip Tars (online only)
-Nars Cream Blending Brush #12
-MAC Notice Me Lipstick
-MAC Fluidline in Blacktrack
-MAC Lipglass in Saint Germain + Pink Lemonade

March Playlist

Ain't It So - Papa
Forever - HAIM
101 - Albert Hammond, Jr.
Midnight City - M83
Get Gone - White Arrows
Closer Than This - St. Lucia
Bitch Better Have My Money - Rihanna
Sad Dream - Sky Ferreira
Call Your Girlfriend - Robyn
The Funeral - Band of Horses
Stay Away - Charli XCX

Spring Trend: Backpacks

Currently in love with:
Rebecca Minkoff's Julian Backpack

- Julian Backpack by RM -

Spring Makeup Inspiration

 
 

 
 

 

February Makeup + Skincare Guide

It's time to start the year off right and what is better than having beautiful, glowing, blemish free skin, makeup and hair. Here are some of my new favourite products. I have all the picks for you!

- Origins Checks and Balances Frothy face wash -

Skincare
-Origins Checks and Balances Frothy Face Wash
-La Roche Posay Eau Thermale
-MAC Prep + Prime Lip
-Barr Co Spanish Lime Soap (for body, not face!)
-Malin + Goetz mojito lip balm

Makeup + Brushes
-Make Up Forever Wavy Brush 242
-Urban Decay Stray Dog Eyeshadow
-Urban Decay Asphyxiation Eyeshadow
-SugarPill Eyeshadow in Kitten Parade
-MAC Viva Glam Miley Cyrus Lipstick
-MAC Saint Germain Lipstick

Hair + Nails
-Marc Anthony Argan Oil Hairspray
-Kevin Murphy Body Builder Volumizing Mousse
-Kevin Murphy Shimmer Shine Repair Mist
-MAC Formidable Nail Lacquer
-Essie Stylenomics Nail Polish

On Repeat: Shut Up and Dance

A Saturday Night In

After the holidays and all its craziness, I think it's so important to unwind and discover what it is we really want for ourselves in the New Year. I've decided to spend the weekend in to do exactly that. While I was browsing iTunes tonight I discovered the "New Year, New You" section. I scrolled through inspirational dieting cookbook suggestions, workout playlists and podcasts (let's get real, I know I will never listen to), however, I fell upon a book called "Choosing the Simply Luxurious Life," by Shannon Ables and quickly downloaded the sample read. After reading the first chapter, I downloaded the book. I loved the way the author was so in tune to exactly what I needed on this quiet night in. Shannon's inspiration for the book started with the blog she created and eventually she turned her advice and passions into this amazing read. If you are looking for inspiration, motivation and a great head start to 2015, this is a must. Happy reading!!

Tonight's essentials:

-PJ Salvage Flannel Milk and Cookie Pyjamas

http://www.pjsalvage.com/inc/sdetail/24500/24508

-"Choosing the Simply Luxurious Life: A Modern Woman's Guide" by Shannon Ables

-a comfy pillow

-and yes, (my aromatherapy minus the fire hazard) apple spice Febreze

January Playlist: Calm Before the Storm

-Run Run by The Eerie Green

-Time Is Here to Stay by The Eerie Green

-Haywire by Bootstraps

-Love by Daughter

-Names and Races by Foreign Fields

-Fire Escape by Half Moon Run

-Ultraviolence by Lana del Rey

-Re: Stacks by Bon Iver

-Crash Into Me by Dave Matthews Band