3 Drawer Acrylic Storage from The Container Store - REVIEW

I purchased these 3 drawer units last year to accommodate my makeup with a higher profile.
I elected to buy the model with the cut out area for finger pulling over the model with the knob on the drawer. I heard from a few of my makeup buddies that the "knobbed" model cracked and the knob broke off after a brief time.
I also wanted a more uniform look for my storage.
The finger cut out resembles that of my acrylic muji drawers.

I purchased the units for $14.99 US each from The Container Store. I paid $8.50 for shipping.

I find them to be relatively flimsy in comparison to the sturdy muji drawers.
However, it was essential that I get them to store my taller items, such as eos lip balms and loose setting powders.
They do stack, however they are not secure. I would recommend slipping a bit of that gummy stuff you find on the back of gift cards between the units to prevent accidents.

I would purchase these items again despite the cheaper quality as compared to my muji drawers. I like the look of uniformity.


Do you own anything like this?
Do you have items with higher profiles that will not fit in your muji drawers?

Homemade Yellow Setting Powder

I love to shop my stash! I have been lemming Ben Nye's banana powder forever. I am reluctant to pay shipping. The advantage to using it, is it isn't as HARSH as white powder when the flashbulbs go off.

I got this bright idea to combine my Coastal Scents Silica Spheres with a couple of MAC Pigments from my collection. I used 1/3 cup of the silica spheres, and 1 tsp each of MAC Primary Yellow and Chrome Yellow Pigments.












I have yet to perfect the application process, but that is the fun of playing in makeup.

I used a sponge today. I will try a brush tomorrow. I neglected to dust off the excess powder before setting with spray. I still plan to purchase the BEN NYE Banana Powder. This experiment wasn't a total failure. I say that because it was a learning experience.

Always a clown, I never take myself so seriously that I can't post a BAD picture of myself. If I can help someone learn, then I've accomplished something.
I hope this was helpful to someone.

Do you use colored setting powders?
Which are your favorites?

Lips Of The Day (LOTD) - Featuring Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Love - OUTLAW

I'm a sucker for lip products.
I am in love with MATTE lippies.
I do love the option of being able to add gloss to change the look of a matte lip product.
















Kat Von D
Everlasting Liquid Love OUTLAW

I saw a video on YouTube featuring LakiaStar using this.




Wear Time was about 4 hours straight with no feathering or transfer.
When I drank some water, the product began to transfer.
It felt like my lips were beginning to dry at the 6 hour mark.
I would suggest taking the product with you if you want to do any touch ups.

The product came in a black box. The tube was actually glued to the inside of the box. I had to wipe off the glue. That was a little bit annoying. I do like the sleek tube.

This product retails for $19 US at Sephora.


Do you like matte lips?
Would you purchase it?

Updated Muji Storage 2013

Top to bottom,
Row 1
Acrylic Book Organizer from Staples Office Supply. Contains Pigments, Larger Eyeshadow Palettes
1- 2 Drawer Unit. Contains pigments, Paint Pots and Eyeshadow Primers
2 - 5 Drawer Units. Contains Maybelline Color Tattoos, Pigments, Single Eyeshadows and Drugstore Eyeshadow Palettes
Row 2
1 - 2 Drawer Flip Top Unit. Contains Liquid Foundations, Setting Sprays, Facial Cleanser, Toner and Moisturizer plus Brush Shampoo & Cleanser.
Overflow Drugstore Eyeshadow quads and a few blushes.
2 - 5 Drawer Units. Contains Bronzers, Cream Blushes, Powder Blushes, Lipgloss
Row 3
Pampered Chef Tool Turn About with Makeup Brushes
2- 3 Drawer Units from the Container Store
Contains Setting Powders, Concealers, Pigments, Bronzers, eos Lip Balms, Beauty Supply 3 in 1 Makeup Pencils, Mascaras and Eyebrow Pencils.
In the front, 3 - 36 Lipstick Holders.

This setup is constantly changing.
I do plan to procure another 3 Drawer unit from the Container Store for my lashes, and Cotton products.
I would also like to get some alternative storage for my makeup pencils. I saw some acrylic drawer inserts from the Container Store, as well as some Pencil Caddies on the Muji website. I have not made up my mind which I would enjoy more.

Do you own any of these storage solutions?
Are you planning on reorganizing your set up anytime soon?

Nails of The Day (NOTD) - China Glaze DOROTHY WHO

This is a beautiful mid tone blue with flecks of light blue shimmer.
I used 3 coats for this application, although I could have gotten away with only 2.

Base - China Glaze Strong Adhesion
Color - China Glaze DOROTHY WHO
Top Coat - Seche Vite

Do you own this color?
What do you think of it?

Funky Platform Booties

I was thrilled to have seen these cuties on sale during an impromptu visit to
my local Ashley Stewart.
The redline clearance is 50% off the hardmarked price. I was able to snag these for $23.99.
Often I see such styles at my local Bare Feet Shoes. However I do not buy them because they do not carry wide. The shoe SNOB in me tends to stay away from shoes that do not come in a box. Let alone shoes that are clipped to a peg. But I figured I would indulge myself this time for the sake of fashion. Shoe lovers can justify any new shoe purchase.

I elected to get size 11 as my heels jut out in the back like Foghorn Leghorn. I did not my normal size ten would cut the mustard.
I cannot wait to wear these. I'm not sure where I will wear them, but I will.




I should go back and buy them in red.

You may still be able to purchase the black pair from the website. However the price will not be as good as in store.

Which pair do you like better?
Would you wear these shoes?