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Triple Makeup Bag Giveaway

I purchased three makeup bags for three followers, because I wanted to say thank you so much for your support! It is not lost on me that clearly this blog wouldn’t have been possible without you....

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One Year

It’s been a year since we exchanged vows, and I absolutely cannot believe that our first year of marriage has come and gone. I know it sounds so cliché, but it literally has flown by! So many...

May 12, 2013 Like 11 people like this

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Birthday Blog Lovin’

Well yes, folks – today’s ma’ birthday. I’m one year closer to the big 3-0. Time flies! It seems like just yesterday I was in my mother’s womb…filming a vlog and thinking, “This will make a great...

May 1, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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Sunday Best

We all have heard about The Statement Necklace–but isn’t it time we made a statement with the actual clothes on our backs? Since when do accessories get to have all the fun? I especially love...

Apr 30, 2013 Like 6 people like this

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I really stuck by some staples this past month, but I did discover a handful of new favorites to love – so I wanted to share them with you guys! Enjoy! (Links and names of each product listed after...

Apr 29, 2013 Like 11 people like this

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Spring Makeup Trends

Few things excite me more than the beauty industry’s marked favoritism when it comes to the season of spring. An explosion of colors – this year the tendency is toward two fresh but very different...

Apr 23, 2013 Like 8 people like this

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Kitty, Kitty

This sweater was an impulse buy but oh, how I love it. I love the muted grey color, the cat face who looks like she’s about to roll her eyes (a habit I cannot seem to shake despite my best...

Apr 19, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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The 5 Best Concealers

From one acne-prone gal to another: I have tried them all. Watching the video above, I show you just the CURRENT concealers I have in my collection (which of course doesn’t include all the old ones...

Apr 10, 2013 Like 12 people like this

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J’ai pas vingt ans

Hi. How is everyone today? The other day, I wore a dress. It had a high-low hemline. Also, I did not wake up this morning and suddenly know how to speak French. I just named this post after one of...

Apr 8, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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21 Things You Didn’t Know About Me

I filmed this video about 3 weeks ago, which I wanted as an intro for my new YouTube channel design (YouTube is updating channels now, and you can select a video to run for people who are not yet...

Apr 5, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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Blue Steel

Apr 3, 2013 Like 6 people like this

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What’s In My Work Bag

One of my most highly requested videos – for whatever reason! After this video, the next thing you requested was to take a peek at what I bring with me to work. Now, for reference, in case you’re...

Apr 2, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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Just Bought That

Starlite mated with Mr. Snuffleupagus? Just bought that. This delightful yellow-fringe-winged number? Just bought that. This amazeballs sheer lace cover-up “slash” mosquito net? Just bought that....

Apr 1, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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Basic Everyday Makeup Tutorial

Do not let the fabulous rainbow colors fool you: this is a pretty simple, everyday makeup look. Now, I’m no makeup artist, and yes I fudge up sometimes in the video (and trust me, I’m aware). But I...

Mar 29, 2013 Like 9 people like this

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Bloggers Do B&W Stripes Better

This is Bloggers Do It Better. Unfamiliar? Catch up here! Are you ready for a dizzying conglomeration of black and white stripes? Fashion world, prepare yourselves, because this is how bloggers do...

Mar 27, 2013 Like 9 people like this

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The Meeting

French Connection is doing a remarkable thing these days: turning their customers into film directors. Click above or here to watch the film I created. It was actually pretty fun! French Connection...

Mar 26, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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Confessions of a Fashion Blogger

Mar 25, 2013 Like 3 people like this

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First Impressions: Maestro

In this video I give my first impression (i.e. quickie) review on my new (spoiler–favorite!) foundation: Giorgio Armani’s Maestro fusion makeup. This revolutionary foundation comes with a glass...

Mar 21, 2013 Like 6 people like this

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Bloggers Do It Better: Black & White Stripes

Long-awaited. The return of Bloggers Do It Better. Learn how to participate. Link up your outfit on March 27th’s post here on Pretty Shiny Sparkly! For the Spring 2013 ready-to-wear collections, it...

Mar 20, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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Chanel Classic Flap Review

I am absolutely obsessed with my dream bag–and I literally cannot believe it is finally in my hands. Since I was in college, I have lusted after the Chanel Classic Flap bag. I’ve always been a...

Mar 15, 2013 Like 10 people like this

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Spring in My Step

Clockwise from top left: Fresh Rose Face Mask, Steven Fearless Cap Toe Pumps, Tufted spots pouf ottoman, Alice + Olivia striped top, Topshop Crochet Panel maxi, Schutz Arieli Lace Up Boots, Rebecca...

Mar 14, 2013 Like 3 people like this

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Haul: Ulta, Kevyn Aucoin & More

I filmed this haul video earlier this past weekend…sorry for having two haul vids so close in timing to one another, but in my defense, that last one was as far back as January! I know I’m a...

Mar 13, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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Castle on a Cloud

Mar 11, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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Drugstore Haul

Just brilliant, Kristina. Film a massive drugstore haul video at the end of January and then forget to upload it. This was a real forehead-smacking moment for me today. Now, don’t go crazy, but the...

Mar 10, 2013 Like 8 people like this

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Happy Dance

I did not believe I would have the privilege of being able to write something like this, but, mind-boggling as it is…here I am. Pretty Shiny Sparkly has been nominated a 2nd year in a row for best...

Mar 6, 2013 Like 3 people like this

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Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara

It isn’t often that I devote an entire post to a single product, but when you’re inspired, well…that’s just what this product does for me. Allow me to have a fangirl moment here for a sec–I was...

Mar 5, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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The Skimmer Jean

If you like the new skimmer jean from Gap, you’ll like the discount even more. From 2/21 to 2/27, try the new skimmer and get $20 off regular price styles. For a limited time only so act fast!*...

Mar 1, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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February 2013 Faves

HB and I are on a much needed vacation–we’re off to New Orleans for some R&R and sightseeing, and then off to my best friend’s wedding in Bastrop, Texas next weekend! I hope you all have a great...

Feb 25, 2013 Like 6 people like this

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The Dotted Line

Gap Skimmer jeans in polka dot (c/o) | Prabal Gurung for Target sweater | H&M blazer Massi necklace & earrings (c/o) | DIY Sam Edelman boots | Rebecca Minkoff MAC bag It’s good to get fall into the...

Feb 18, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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Pretty Shiny Sparkly

Triple Makeup Bag Giveaway

One Year

Birthday Blog Lovin’

Sunday Best

April Beauty Favorites

Spring Makeup Trends

Kitty, Kitty

The 5 Best Concealers

J’ai pas vingt ans

21 Things You Didn’t Know About Me

Blue Steel

What’s In My Work Bag

Just Bought That

Basic Everyday Makeup Tutorial

Bloggers Do B&W Stripes Better

The Meeting

Confessions of a Fashion Blogger

First Impressions: Maestro

Bloggers Do It Better: Black & White Stripes

Chanel Classic Flap Review

Spring in My Step

Haul: Ulta, Kevyn Aucoin & More

Castle on a Cloud

Drugstore Haul

Happy Dance

Diorshow Iconic Overcurl Mascara

The Skimmer Jean

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