Category Archives: Beauty

A Perfect Red Lip Pencil – Jordana Cosmetics

Mixing high and low isn’t just for fashion but cosmetics too! I’m a reformed Chanel and YSL beauty junkie, I still have a few of my favorites but recently have been trying other brands, outside of the box. I discovered Jordana Cosmetics,their Cherry Lip Pencil is a steal at $1.99 and compliments orange based redContinue reading “A Perfect Red Lip Pencil – Jordana Cosmetics”

Red Lipstick – Très Chic

French women for the most part are chic, they seem to posses an innate chic gene that inspires the rest of us.  Recently I stumbled upon a new fashion blog “Keep it Chic” and instantly fell in love, especially with the post by Jennifer Alfano “What French Women Get Right.” I admire stylish women, especiallyContinue reading “Red Lipstick – Très Chic”

August’s Red – Belle Noir by Julie Hewett

Harper’s Bazaar recently came out with a guide for finding the perfect shade of red, according to age and not skin tone, which I found fascinating, because if you’re in your 40’s you should opt for a coral/orange red. Which could explain one of the reasons why I’ve been obsessed with Belle Noir by JulieContinue reading “August’s Red – Belle Noir by Julie Hewett”

July’s Red – Confessed by Youngblood Cosmetics

For those of us that love lipgloss or gels youngblood recently launched The Mighty Shiny Lip Gel in various shades that remind us of summer berries, oranges, peaches and cherries. The Shiny makeup trend is in full-force in Europe seen all over the runway and behind the scenes of our favorite awards shows. Confessed isContinue reading “July’s Red – Confessed by Youngblood Cosmetics”

Classic Red – Satin Luxe Lip Color by Sonia Kashuk

Classic Red by Sonia Kashuk is a richly pigmented lipstick that keeps lips hydrated, soft and you guessed it kissable. Classic Red is a pink based red that works best with cool tones. Satin Luxe Lip Color is available in other fashion colors, because Citygirl’s can’t live on Red alone. Classic Red is a CitygirlContinue reading “Classic Red – Satin Luxe Lip Color by Sonia Kashuk”

Summer Berries – TopShop Makeup

Summer is fast approaching and a more minimal makeup application is required.  No one wants to drench their skin in heavy makeup, or leave lipstick stains on their coffee cups or boyfriends. I know I don’t, and I’m always on the look out for a one step application that keeps my pout in signature red,Continue reading “Summer Berries – TopShop Makeup”

May’s Reds by Luminess Air

Matador Red by Luminess Air is a blue red that work’s well with both cool and warm tones.  Just don’t forget to check your pearly whites. Red Alert is a pink red that works beautifully with cool tones, reminds me of cherries ready for picking. Blaze is a bright orange red that works well withContinue reading “May’s Reds by Luminess Air”

My Perfect Red Pedicure – Dovima by NARS

I’m a little predicable and boring.  I tend to use the same red polish for my pedicures, I’ve tried other fashion colors, like Vamp and other Reds but always go back to Dovima by NARS. It is the perfect shade, illuminating my soft glowing skin, and works beautifully with my YSL patent leather sandals. RecentlyContinue reading “My Perfect Red Pedicure – Dovima by NARS”

Rich Red For April by ELF Cosmetics

I’m a skincare junkie, but my first love was and continues to be Red Lipstick. One of the things I love to do when visiting my parents in Tracy is visit the local Target.  I never miss the opportunity to walk through the cosmetics department and scour the shelves for affordable beauty products I don’tContinue reading “Rich Red For April by ELF Cosmetics”