Part 2 of my lipstick review is now live! In this video, I review and briefly discuss seven lip colors/brands: Bite Beauty, Chanel, Fenty Beauty, Marc Jacobs, Bare Minerals, Milk Makeup, and Nars. Watch above to see why I recommend each one -- and which brand I'm CRAZY about right now :)
Another huge thank you to Ryan Kathleen Greene! She shot and edited this video and she's insanely talented. You can find more of her workhere.
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I'm a major lipstick fan and have so much fun trying out every brand and shade I can get my hands on. This video is the first of two where I review some of my absolute favorite lip colors and briefly explain why I love them so much. Whether you're in the market for a new lipstick or just love keeping up with beauty trends, I hope this video is helpful!
Thank you to the amazingly talented Ryan Kathleen Greene who not only shot this video, but also edited and directed it! You can check out her other impressive works here.
Let me know what you think in the comments below and don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel here ;)
It's my 25th birthday and I'm celebrating in mesh! I decided to go with a black & silver theme for my special day this year, and of course I couldn't resist some b-day balloons - a birthday girl's best accessory ;)
Embellished heels with touches of metal drive this look home for me. While all-black is sleek, accessories are what make it pop. I especially love my strong cuff paired with modern panels of mesh - there's definitely a futuristic vibe there.
Fact of 2017: transparent clothes are in. I decided to test out the trend in my own way, and I have to say, I'm a fan. I felt sexy and powerful but at the same time, it still felt like I was covered up. And how about that see-through hemline on my skirt? LOVE.
While the 4th of July has come and gone - meaning summer is officially in FULL swing - a fave warm-weather trend that's not going anywhere any time soon, is gingham! Not only an American classic (although it's thought to have originated in France,) gingham is universally fun, flattering, and oh-so "summer."
Every summer, I see a whole lot of gingham. This summer is no different, BUT, designers have been incorporating the print in super gorgeous and feminine ways, creating pieces with off-the-shoulder detailing, romantic ruffles, and even asymmetrical hemlines. This Anthropologie frock, which sadly sold out in an instant, became an immediate sundress favorite of mine. I love how girly yet quintessentially retro it is.
A pop of red has never been easier to incorporate into your wardrobe! Folding my cherry red bandana into a headband, this unexpectedly stylish accessory literally MAKES my outfit. Is anyone else getting modern-day Rosie the Riveter vibes? Even better, these ever-popular scarves can be picked up at Party City on the cheap.
Adding a dash of red to my OTHER half, I knew I had to bust out these fabulous platform sandals for this look. They just scream patriotism, no? Plus, their old-school vibes flow perfectly with my dress and kerchief.
Both primary colors, red and yellow make a truly handsome pair. This summery clutch by Trina Turk is both fun and classy, and I love the sunny brightness it exudes. If there are two colors that can make me smile, it's either A.) millennial pink, or B.) Sunshiney canary. Also, doesn't it totally remind you of a minion?
Lately I've been living by the philosophy that no outfit is complete without a look-at-me pair of sunnies. Here, I chose my beloved nude pair from Banana Republic. While black frames would have worked, I found them a bit harsh for a summer daytime look - especially with so much black & red, which can come off as moody.
Not much bling is needed for this look. I just thew on my current favorite pair of silver studs and my go-to silver bangles. I added a black leather cuff for a spark of edge.
A matte red lip is exactly what this ensemble needed. This particular product is perfect for summer as it's "swim" proof, sweat proof, and glides on like a dream.
I love how most off-the-shoulder tops can be worn either completely off your shoulders or just off one. This look is easy to throw on when it's too hot to think, but it still looks perfectly polished and pretty. I added my own cloth belt because I wanted to give my frock more shape, but depending on the look you're going for, a shift dress works well without one too.
THIS is my kind of summer look - works just well at a family barbecue as it does on a picnic or city day date. I wore this outfit during the later, as Antonio and I explored Manhattan and ate our weight in brunch. After all, that's what summer-weekend dreams are made of, right?
It's here! I've officially launched my FIRST YouTube video - wahoo! I've been strictly fashion blogging for five years now and I've finally decided to start delving into the world of video - AND beauty (I know, I know, I'm totally late to the party, right?)
I wanted to start simple, so, with the help of my good friend Ryan Kathleen Greene, we set off on this journey together! This first video is short and sweet, as I'm still getting my feet wet. I'm not super comfortable on camera, so bare with me - but I will work my way up to talking in vids, I promise!
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Hi! I'm Kathleen Harper, a bubbly New Yorker with a vibrant sense of style and a passion for inspiring others. ...Oh and I also have a slight shoe obsession!
