SOHO Beauty “Sealed with a Kiss” Train Case

29 Feb

I’ve recently noticed how pathetic my make-up box is. It’s just a junky Caboodles knock-off without compartments or any other semblance of organization. It also has been home to 6-year-old make-up from early college years. Gross.

Make-Up Box

(My Old and Ugly Make-Up Box with Floppy Mirror)

Luckily, SOHO Beauty gifted me a replacement case to keep my cosmetics arsenal in check.

SOHO Beauty Sealed with a Kiss Train Case

The Sealed with a Kiss train case is not only roomy– it makes me feel like a pro.

Train Case Deets

The interior of the SOHO Beauty Sealed with a Kiss ($27.99) train case has a dual-level tray system that conveniently collapses. I like to store smaller items in these compartments like small eyeshadow quads, powders and my regular brushes.

The bottom is deep enough to hold a few larger palettes, like my giganto Tarte for True Blood palette and my stash of coveted Sephora samples I’ve yet to indulge in.

SOHO Beauty Train Case

One of the main reasons I opted for this specific train case is for the built-in mirror. This makes applying make-up while traveling a cinch (think sorority recruitment or bridesmaid make-up prep.)

Also, there is a key and lock mechanism available for storing priceless goodies.

Overall Make-Up Box Impressions

The hot pink lipstick print is fine with me, but I can see a need for more options like solid colors for this model. I also appreciate the quality of the hardware, and the functionality of the design is spot on.

I’d recommend changing the handle, though. It’s a bit too lightweight and plasticy to me. A leather-like trim similar to that found along the edge of the box as the handle material would make for a luxurious feel– just sayin’.

Regardless, the SOHO Beauty Sealed with a Kiss train case is one B.A.M.F. when it comes down to sassy make-up storage.

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Presidents’ Day Perks

20 Feb

It feels like I haven’t had a long weekend in such a long time (thank you, Presidents!). All I can think about are tasty brunches, chocolate covered strawberries, cinnamon sticks and mimosas.

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Cinnamon Cappuccino

Blood Orange Mimosa

How do you celebrate?

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Jason Wu for Target: Dress Up Time!

8 Feb

I completely forgot that the Jason Wu for Target collection just dropped a few days ago. I only noticed it on a quick run to Target for some carrots.

Of course, I starred in my own fitting room fashion show to share the designs still available at my local Target location.

This blue Jason Wu trench had cute trim, but the sizing– of the collection overall– was really off the charts. This particular piece was too big in the torso and too long at the sleeve. The length is also very unflattering for a shorty like myself.
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Would’ve been cute it if fit!

Jason-Wu-Target-Blue-Trench-Sash-DetailJason-Wu-Target-Blue-Trench-ButtonI actually liked the styling of this pink polka-dot top, but even in a large it was ill-fitting at the upper arms.

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Okay fit when the guns are down.

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Horrible fit when guns are ablaze. Notice the bunching at the shoulder?

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I liked this cotton pink top with the black bow accent, but decided against it.

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The deliberate bunching of the black fabric boarders too close into cheap-quality territory.

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I wanted to desperately like this JasonWu for Target dress. The colors (blush pink, yellow and black) were so playful in this silhouette. Alas, it was a no-go.

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To class-up my wardrobe, I opted for this blush pink with polka-dot and bow accents. I’m wearing a medium in this shot.

Again, with the bizarre sizing, I found a medium to be too small at the arms and chest area–buttons were popping open everywhere!

Annoying.

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I tried sizing-up to a large. When untucked, the top looks unshapely and frumpy.

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But! When tucked in, it finds its shape. Needless to say, this is the single Jason Wu item I walked away with that night.

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What are your thoughts on the Jason Wu for Target collection? Was the fit off for you as well? Let’s swap Wu talk!

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