NOTD: Sally Hansen Diamond Strength "Black Tie"

Welcome to another Manicure Monday! This week I'm wearing "Black Tie" from Sally Hansens' Diamond Strength collection. "Black Tie" is definitely not your average black nail polish! In fact, it's more of a peacock type of duo (trio?) chrome with hints of teal green, deep purple and gunmetal grey.

Natural light, no flash.

Pretty peacock duo chrome!

The formulation of this polish is fairly opaque but won't look "done" with just one coat. I used three to make sure there was no streaking as this is a very satiny finish and to be sure that the duo chrome effect would show up in pictures. 

Honestly, that proved to be quite difficult as it was nearly impossible for me to capture all the different shades going on in this polish. 

Daylight (w flash)

No flash, under table lamp.

You can see in the above pics that it gradates. At some angles it appears satin black, at others it looks like a satin purple with pink shimmer. Sometimes it appears a teal green or blue and then sometimes it appears a more gunmetal grey. This polish is definitely a chameleon!

It actually reminds me of Essies' "For The Twill Of It" (fall '13 collection), O.P.Is' "Peace & Love & O.P.I" (San Francisco fall '13 collection) and O.P.Is' "Not Like The Movies". Not to mention Essence Cosmetics' "Chic Reloaded". So many dupes to choose from c :

Is it pink, teal or purple?!

Obviously it's all of the above!

Sally Hansen should change the name from "Black Tie" to "Chameleon". Maybe even "Tahitian Pearl" ^_^

Regardless of what way I look at it, I'm mesmerized! If you're looking for dupes of Essie & O.P.I or maybe just want something different in your collection, this might be the nail polish for you. 

Are you into vampy polishes? Tell me what you think down below! 

xo ~Honeybee

Makeup Swap!

Today I wanted to share some items I received in a recent makeup swap with fellow beauty blogger & YouTuber, Ms. Judixo.

Actually if I'm being honest, not so much recently. It was awhile ago and I'm only getting around to posting it now. I was also very behind on mailing my half of the swap which I felt terrible about & made a point of letting Judi know. In any case, better late than never so let's just get into what Ms. Judi sent me!

So much pretty!

In exchange for some Canadian beauty products (Vichy & Annabelle), I had asked her to send me some Maybelline Color Whispers. I was having a hard time getting my hands on these lippies because anywhere I went they were either sold out or had been opened and were unsanitary. The two shades she sent me were #60 Petal Rebel (as seen in the ads) & #65 Pink Possibilities.

Petal Rebel & Pink Possibilities.

Petal Rebel is a pale bubble gum shade of pink whereas Pink Possibilities is more of a rose colour with a hint of fuscia. Both are sheer but buildable and pigmented at the same time.

Judi was also kind enough to include some extra lip products as well as a small collection of samples. I was excited to find the miniature Jouer lip gloss as I am obsessed with all things mini -especially mini makeup! ^_^

A girl can always use more lip products...

As I said, there was a small collection of samples including some from MUFE, Revlon and Maybelline. I also was happy to find a eyeshadow sample from Sugarpill Cosmetics as I've been curious to try this brand for awhile!

How adorable is that little kitty tho?!

So, that's it for my makeup swap items! I was happy with everything I received and hopefully Judi is enjoying the items I sent her way. Be sure to check out her blog here: http://judixo.blogspot.com/

What do you think? Have you ever done a swap or would you consider doing one? Let me know in the comments below & thanks for stopping by c:

xo ~ Honeybee

Fall Wish List ♥

Recently I was over on Elle Fowlers' beauty blog (dreaminginblush.com) reading her "Fall Wish List" post which, admittedly, has inspired me to create my own little list of "fall wants"!

Now, by no means do I need more clothing, makeup, accessories or decor but it's still fun to browse around. Plus, it's important research because every girl needs to wish from time to time ^_^

Please note: The captions below each image are linked to the coordinating website & product. Some items may no longer be available.  I *am not affiliated* with anything mentioned in this post ♥


For The Home...

Nesting Owls measuring bowls Pier 1 Imports

I'm not certain if owls are still "in" or
not but these adorable nesting owl
bowls are always welcome in my
kitchen!

This set from Pier 1 Imports also has a matching utensil holder (here) and cookie jar (here).

Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Mason Candle Bath & Body Works

This Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin Candle from Bath & Body Works is one of my favorite candles to burn during autumn.




It's one of their top-selling fall candles and for good reason. It smells divine!

Stacking Floral Coffee Mugs from Pier 1 Imports

Fall isn't complete without a warm beverage and a cute mug to go with it!




These stackable floral coffee mugs would look so pretty sitting on the counter and the colours are perfect for the season.

For The Bath...

 It never fails that every fall and winter I start to crave LUSH baths. This is one of the few things I will actually splurge on every now and again just because their goodies are too good to pass up!

My favorite LUSH "bath cocktail" goes something like this:

LUSH Honey Bee Bath Bomb

This little bath bomb smells heavenly. It also leaves my skin feeling softer, smoother and sweetly scented like a warm toffee candy.
Yum!

LUSH Honey, I Washed The Kids! 

I love using "Honey I Washed The Kids" in place of shave gel because the lather is so creamy and gets you squeeky clean at the same time.

Mange Too Edible Massage Bar

Mange Too solid lotion massage bar is the perfect follow-up to Honey Bee bath bomb. It's very nourishing and contains honey, white chocolate and other hydrating "good-for-your-skin" oils.


It also smells so good you could eat it and according to the LUSH website, you CAN!



 *Eat at your own risk* I would not recommend consuming this massage bar mainly bc it's full of beeswax and shea butter. Not very tasty.





For The Closet...

My closet does not need additions anytime soon but it never hurts to browse around the interwebz doing some virtual window shopping, right?!

Slouchy Grey "LOVE" Sweater F21

There really is nothing like a cute slouchy sweater to keep warm and cozy.

This adorable knit sweater from Forever21 says it all...

L♥VE!

Metallic I.D Bracelet Trio F21

This trio of i.d bracelets from Forever21 is somehow both adorable and edgy at the same time.





It also may or may not have made its way into my shopping cart!

Penarwen Boots ALDO Shoes

How gorgeous is this pair of leather boots from ALDO Shoes?!




Worn with some dark wash skinnies and a loose knit sweater = My perfect Autumn outfit!




However, I will be admiring these from afar due to the fact that they retail for $150. I just cannot afford it at the moment. #sadface






So that's it! I hope you've enjoyed browsing through my Fall Wish List and that it gives you some inspiration for the season ahead c:

Do you have anything you've been wishing for lately? Let me know in the comments below!
xo ~ Honeybee

NOTD: L.A Colors Color Craze "Cactus"

Welcome to my first "Mani Monday" post!

I've gotten into the habit of changing my polish once a week (usually on Sunday evening during episodes of Breaking Bad) so I'm hoping that these posts will become a regular part of my blog.

This week I'm wearing Cactus from L.A Colors makeup line which is a gorgeous metallic, shimmering khaki green shown here:

With September already upon us I was in the mood for something a little bit darker to help ease myself into the fall season. Cactus is a metallic khaki green with very fine gold, green, and orange micro shimmer in a black-ish blue base. It instantly reminded me of Butter Londons' Wallis nail polish from several fall seasons ago. Dupe alert!

Isn't it gorgeous?!

The formula is fairly opaque but I applied 3 coats of polish just to make sure the coverage was even. Then I went over it with Revlons' Quick Dry topcoat. Honestly, I'm totally IN LOVE with this shade!

Can't believe I found this by accident at my local dollar store. L.A Colors may be inexpensive but is definitely a great find. Which reminds me... I have to go back and pick up more of these polishes ^_^

Have you tried any L.A Colors polishes or makeup products? If so, what do you recommend? Let me know your thoughts and suggestions in the comments below c:

xo ~Honeybee