I can't believe it is July, we are more than halfway through 2015 already! I hope everyone had a fun and safe holiday weekend!

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away there was an out of this world brand called Urban Decay...

Seriously though, Urban Decay knocks it out of the park over and over again with color and quality! They are definitely in my top ten brands. There hasn't been anything I've purchased that I haven't loved.
So we come to their new and permanent Afterglow 8 Hour Blushes... sigh. These are so gorgeous. I have purchased four shades, Bittersweet, Rapture, Kinky, and Video. All are super pigmented and finely milled. They blend effortlessly. Bittersweet and Video are matte shades while Rapture and Kinky are more of a satin finish. These really are multi purpose too because they would make great eyeshadows.

Bittersweet - A hot violet that is so trending right now. I was looking at this shade for a while but wasn't sure if I could pull it off. I was in Ulta and an Urban Decay rep was there so I had her test it on me. She actually used it as a contour and it looked awesome! I'm obsessed.

Rapture - I haven't played with this one much yet but I have a feeling it will be a Fall season favorite. It's a gorgeous plum with very very subtle shimmer. I can totally picture this with thick black lashes and a matte plum lip next season!

Kinky - Kinky is a golden peachy color. There is a soft golden sheen to this that really gets the skin glowing. It really is the perfect beach accessory this Summer. Throw this on with some mascara and lip balm and you are all set.

Video - This is the perfect matte neutral blush. It can work as contour or as an all over flush of color. It's almost like a bronzer color but with more a blush undertone. I would call this a rosy nude. I think if you are looking to try out the formula and not sure which shade to get this would be a safe bet.

(Left to Right) Bittersweet, Rapture, Kinky, & Video

So, as you might have heard on social media Urban Decay is releasing another Naked palette this Summer! What a great way to start June with this exciting news. As far as I've read this palette will be available July 8th for purchase. I would assume probably on Urban Decay's website first followed by other retailers.

Smoky will be a fab addition to their ever expanding Naked Collection. When I look at this I think of Fall, Winter, and seductive nights in a jazz club. It's kind of looking like the original Naked palette in lingerie. Smoke is in the air people.

I love December. It is probably my favorite month of the year. The holiday season, the winter weather, sweaters, boots, and the coziness are all reasons. My wedding anniversary and the anniversary of first meeting my husband are also in December so that makes it extra special to me. It's a time of reflection and a time of preparation for the new year ahead. The lights, the warmth, and love you feel, it isn't the same any other time of the year. So besides December being a favorite of mine, here are some of my other favorites from last month! What were yours?

With Thanksgiving just two days away I thought a post of my favorite warm toned makeup products would be festive!

Thanksgiving always makes me think of warm, cozy hues. Leaves, pie, and sweaters just wouldn't be the same without festive makeup to accompany them!

So excited about this baby! It's a cool toned palette of six new Urban Decay shadows. There are five matte and one demi-matte shade for a highlight.

I love the colors of this palette. If you tend to gravitate towards taupes, this will speak your language. I do wish the highlight shade was a tad lighter like in the original Naked Basics (Venus) but other than that the colors are perfect.

If packing light is something you look for when packing up your makeup bag than this is a great option for you. It's very travel friendly. You will have everything you need from highlight (even for your cheeks!) to your eyeliner in one perfectly sized package.

just look at those shades! swoooon!