Hello minions. I've recently been having a fantastic week studying, taking midterms and generally living it up within some textbooks. I just thought I'd drop a line to the outside world and let you all know that I have the final Halloween makeup looks ready for next week...I just haven't had time to shoot and post them. I can't believe we are entering the final week of October and *drumroll* Halloween week! I'm quite excited for November as I have a lot of adventures planned. Weeeeeeeeeee

Also, read This Side of Paradise. (pictured above) It's divine.

Toodles.

Fall Baking. Mini Apple Pies

It isn't really Fall until the house begins to smell like apples and pumpkins. Today I decided to bake some miniature apple pies. Not to shabby for my first time, if I say so myself. I used this recipe from Bon Appetit, but made a couple of changes. I used honeycrisp apples instead of golden delicious and I added some apple jam into the seasoning. So yummy!

And of course, no Fall-themed kitchen is complete without some pumpkins and flowers. Yes, that is a pig shaped cutting board. I know it's fantastic. Also, be sure to turn on some Ella whilst baking. It makes all of the difference. Trust. Happy happy.

Toodles minions.

Fall in the Desert

 I needed a little break today and I think this page needs a little break from makeup tutorials. I feel very fortunate to call the landscapes in these pictures my backyard. Armed with a vintage backpack full of lenses and water, I set out into the desert. It was a perfect 70-degree October day, so how could I not?

Boots, ZiGi; Socks, Target...I think...

Sweater, Free People; Leggings, Lululemon; Sunnies, RayBan; Leather Backpack; Mom's from her college days

I feel as though I should address the missing hand pictured not pictured above. That, my minions, is photo magic. My hand is somewhere in the sleeve, but how this photo turned out this way... I haven't the slightest clue. I suspect Nargles had something to do with it.

How cool is this guy? 

In the wise words of Gossip Girl, "Sometimes you need to step outside, get some air, and remind yourself of who you are and where you want to be." I don't care if you judge me based on the fact that I just used a Gossip Girl quote. It's the best show ever. So judge away.

Also, I've had some people ask me how to subscribe to my blog so I'll tell you right quick... On the left side of the page there's a section titled "Follow By Email", simply type in your email address and click submit. The next page will ask you to confirm that you're human and not a robot before sending you a conformation email. That's it! I'm also on BlogLovin, so you can sign up for an account there to follow this blog. BlogLovin is great if you want to follow other blogs as well. It kind of compiles them all together in one easy place for your reading pleasure.

Halloween Makeup Series: Katniss Everdeen

Hello again. This week I decided to recreate a Hunger Games look. Specifically, this look from the Vanity Fair shoot with the cast. I had a lot of fun attempting to morph into Katniss, especially now that the Hunger Games line is out for CoverGirl. I even made the bejeweled hair pieces with some feathers and rhinestones. Super easy! Also note the milkmaid braid. That was a challenge. And...I put fire in my pictures. I'm quite proud of that so take note.

Let the Games begin:  

More after the jump!

Halloween Makeup Series: Juliet Capulet

This week's look is a complete 180 from last week! I don't know about you, but I'm excited to see the new Romeo and Juliet movie coming out this Friday (even though nothing will beat the Leo one...) for many reasons...the main one being that Julian Fellowes is the director. I'm a bit obsessed with period dramas and he's one of the best period directors. *Cough Cough* Downton Abbey. 

Anyway, this look is extremely simple. I wouldn't have really put any makeup on for this look since Juliet is so young and makeup wasn't really popular back then. In fact, it was frowned upon; People who wore makeup back then were either actors or women of the night. BUT since it is Halloween, I did a very natural look. The best part? It's also a perfect everyday look!

Again, links to the products that I specifically used are within. Let's do this:

More after the jump!!

Halloween Makeup Series: 21st Century Marie Antoinette

So, hopefully you've read my series on Versailles. *wink wink. nudge nudge* It only seems fitting that my first Halloween makeup look is a pop culture/modern day Marie Antoinette. I had so much fun creating this look and I know you will too! If you do decide to recreate this look, then send me a picture over on twitter or post it below. Happy October! Let the pumpkin spice cookie-eating and coffee-drinking commence. 

Let's begin:

More after the jump!!