Blushington

One thing that I hate to do on my own and absolutely love to get done is my makeup.

Sure I can handle taking care of myself from day to day, but when an event comes up, the first thing I want to do is make an appointment to have my makeup done.  It just makes everything so much easier, allows me to be more adventurous with my look (I can only do so much on myself) and who doesn't love getting a little pampered?  The only downfall of this is that I usually go to a department store to get it done and tend to walk out with products I would not normally use because, well, you are a tad bit obligated to purchase a few things.  Other times I have had someone come to the house but I am spending at least a $100, which can add up during event season.  

This is where Blushington comes in.

Blushington is a makeup and beauty lounge offering incredible services for even better prices.  I had heard this was opening up at Fashion Island but had yet to make a visit.  They invited Baby Girl and I in last Thursday and so we decided to see what Blushington was all about.

First things first.  The space is adorable.  Extremely feminine, fun and immediately gets you excited for a little beauty pampering.  Baby Girl felt instantly at home, and began eating cookies before we even knew what was happening.

For me, I had the option of numerous looks, depending on where I was off to.  I decided to look particularly glamorous for school pick up.  For Baby Girl, they offer a Sweet Pea package, allowing her to feel girlie with mommy while putting on a very minimal amount of makeup.  She still had to pick her look though and of course I was not at all shocked by the one that she picked.  I am in trouble...

We took our seats and it was time to start looking glam.

Thirty minutes later, DONE!

The entire staff at Blushington was extremely friendly. From Stephi, the Founder, to all the makeup artists, they made Baby Girl and I feel extremely welcomed and walked me through all that Blushington can offer.  Some of my favorites:

* The Full Face package - $40 and 30 minutes and I am ready for a night out on the town.

* The Sweet Pea package - I need my makeup done for an event and can I keep Baby Girl entertained for $10 with very little makeup applied?  No brainer.

* Teen Makeup Class - For $50 your teenager can sit with a makeup artist and learn how to properly apply makeup so that they look appropriate and boost confidence without being too made up.  The makeup artist will then do half their face and allow the young lady to do the other half, ensuring she knows how to do it herself!

* At Home Services - Many times my friends and I are running around like crazy people the day of an event due to our kids sports schedules.  Blushington will come to you and make the entire process of getting ready a little less stressful.  Who doesn't love a little girl time prior to an event...especially when champagne can be involved?

* Makeup Series - If you find you can use this service numerous times, you can buy a package offering a certain number of makeup applications for a discounted rate.

This is really just a few items available but I recommend taking a look at all the services and classes offered.

Blushington has locations in Newport Beach, West Hollywood and Dallas.

For more information you can visit their website here.

And the big question.  Will I be back?

ABSOLUTELY.

C.Wonder Has Arrived

This past weekend C.Wonder opened their first West Coast store at Fashion Island with quite the Grand Opening celebration.  And when I say celebration, I mean a full blown shopping party, filled with a DJ, gift cards, games and celebrities.  What more could a girl ask for?

I went in to see the store on Sunday with all three kids in tow (crazy, I know.  This is what happens when the hubby is out of town and you REALLY want to see something) and thank goodness they had candy placed all around to keep them occupied because I was overwhelmed with wanting the ENTIRE STORE.  Color, color, color, along with some incredible prints, was the theme.  And though it did not begin in Southern California, nothing says beaches, warm weather and sunshine more than C.Wonder.  I could not stop taking photos with my phone and grabbing things to try on.  Apparently everyone in the store felt the same way because it was packed.    Being that my children were causing havoc (the sales staff is INCREDIBLE friendly...thank goodness), I was not able to shop as thoroughly as I would have liked but that just means I need to go back. 

If you are in the Orange County area, I highly recommend you checking it out.  There is something in there for everyone.  For those New Yorkers who have had C.Wonder this entire time, you know what I am talking about.  And for those of you who are not able to visit their store, you can shop online here!

What was I able to pick up before my children completely destroyed the place?  This short sleeve hoodie and these zip cuff cropped jeans.

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FNO 2011 - I can't believe I am missing it!

For those of you who have been living under a rock (or perhaps are not as obsessed with fashion as I am), today marks the third annual FASHION'S NIGHT OUT 2011.  This is a HUGE night for fashion and one that would bring all fashionistas out of their houses to their local shopping mecca to sip champagne and spend loads of money on fabulous clothes.  A dream come true right?  Well, I am going to miss it.  Yep, a bit bummed but with the hubby and I heading out of town tomorrow (YEA for Paris!) there is just too much to do around here.  This, however, has not stopped me of thinking of what I WOULD be doing if I was not so busy.  If I could go, you would find me at Fashion Island, doing all of the above... 

A free facial at L'Occtaine

Some champagne at Kate Spade and Trina Turk gathering up my GWP

A fashion show at Neiman Marcus

A visit to Hautelook at Nordstrom

A trunk show at American Rag Cie

and much, much more!

This event is occurring across the country (my goal is to make it to New York at some point!) so if you are interested in attending, simply google FNO and your location and you will find your local events.  This also kicks off Mercedes Benz Fashion Week so let the fashion overload begin!