Classic Bridal Beauty with Deck of Scarlet

Earlier this week I posted a Test Drives post which featured a variety of makeup brands and a rose gold inspired beauty look. My goal with that earlier post was to highlight Deck of Scarlet’s Edition No 7 March/April palette. But with the colors I was using, it ended up cancelling out the neutral tones … Continue reading Classic Bridal Beauty with Deck of Scarlet

Test Drives: Rose Gold with Smashbox, Deck of Scarlet, Kevyn Aucoin & Rimmel London

So I’m rolling out a new post theme, “Test Drives”, which will focus on a #motd (makeup of the day) beauty look centered around new items (either gifted by brands or that I’ve purchased). In addition to showing you a wearable makeup look, I’ll also provide a review on any new product(s) used to create … Continue reading Test Drives: Rose Gold with Smashbox, Deck of Scarlet, Kevyn Aucoin & Rimmel London

Swatches & First Impressions!

It’s that time again for Swatch Wednesday where I swatch and provide first impressions for beauty goodies that recently arrived (or that I bought). In today’s round up, I’m highlighting new launch items from three brands (all gifted): Elf Cosmetics, Rimmel London and Kevyn Aucoin. So let’s get right to it! Elf Cosmetics x Christian … Continue reading Swatches & First Impressions!

Subtle Fantasy Colors from Overtone!

I normally don’t cover haircare products on TAB mainly because I’m natural and the natural hair blogging community is fairly well saturated. However, today’s feature is about color and actually goes well with the Pantone Color of the Year Ultra Violet, that I’ve been highlighting. Now when it comes to color, I’m no novice. I’ve … Continue reading Subtle Fantasy Colors from Overtone!

Swatches & First Impressions: Kevyn Aucoin Prismagic Highlighting Trio Palette

It’s that time again for a first impressions and swatches post! Today I’m focusing on just one product, which I received yesterday. As you know, I’m a Kevyn Aucoin brand ambassador. And their latest creation is this pretty awesome holographic inspired palette. Say hello to the Prismagic Highlighting Trio palette! The colors from top to … Continue reading Swatches & First Impressions: Kevyn Aucoin Prismagic Highlighting Trio Palette

Soft Violet Eyes with Morphe’s 35P Plum Palette

As it’s still early 2018, many people are still wrapping their heads around how to incorporate Pantone’s Ultra Violet color of the year into this year’s beauty trends. Earlier last month I offered a more faithful interpretation of the Ultra Violet hue for a bold bridal look using Morphe’s 35P Plum Palette. But let’s face … Continue reading Soft Violet Eyes with Morphe’s 35P Plum Palette

NYBFW A/W 2018 - Leanne Marshall’s Bold Fall PaletteI’ve been a fan of Leanne Marshall since I first started The Anti Bridezilla in 2013. If you’re unfamiliar, Leanne Marshall is a Project Runway alum who is a fixture in the fashion forward bridal and evening wear niche. On the bridal side, she’s best known for … Continue reading

NYBFW A/W ‘18: Lotus Threads Fall Bridal CollectionIf you’re not familiar, Lotus Threads is a popular New York based evening wear and bridal design house that creates gorgeous modern and boho inspired styles for the bride who’s looking for something other than the traditional or classic wedding gown. Featured above are a few of my … Continue reading

NYFW A/W ‘18: Carmen Marc Valvo BridalLast week NYFW returned to the city and although it’s normally exclusively focused on ready-to-wear, there are a few designers who’s collections are clearly in the bridal/evening wear category. One such designer was Carmen Marc Valvo who debuted his upcoming Fall bridal collection last week. Featured above are some … Continue reading

Comparing Magnetic Masks with ELF Cosmetics

A few weeks ago, I reviewed an Amazon buy which included a magnetic mask. In general I liked it, but wasn’t in love with the smell or the fact that it left my face feeling a bit dry. Now, unbeknownst to me, the team at ELF had included their magnetic mask in their January influencer … Continue reading Comparing Magnetic Masks with ELF Cosmetics