November Beauty Haul && Review

Fabulous:
1. Revlon Lip Butters
2. OPI "Designer ..de better!"
3. Smashbox 'Pop'
4. TooFaced Lashgasm Mascara


Lip Butters have been the rave of every beauty vlogger the past month- the products are a better version of lipstick for the cold season, as well as an inexpensive way to expand your collection of lip color [I personally wouldn't spend $20+ dollars to have 6 variations of light pink, but I felt less guilty indulging in every shade because they are less than seven dollars].  OPI Designer de Better is my absolute favorite beauty find of the month. Metallic nails are my staple (usually silver), but this champagne color is almost more suited to me than my prior favorites. It's a gorgeous champagne/ivory shade with glitter so finely milled you won't even notice it- all you'll see is sparkle! I knew I wanted it the minute I dropped it in Ulta and the color shattered all over the ground. Who knew my impromptu floor swatch would become my new obsession?

Forget it: 
1. TooFaced Size Queen Mascara
2. Maybelline The Falsies Flared
3. Maybelline Baby Lips

Size Queen is like DiorShow on steroids- if you like large wands, you'll need this. I personally am not a fan of even DiorShow, so this product was an epic fail for me. Maybelline is one of my favorite drugstore brands, but these products offered no excitement for me. The falsies is a great mascara- but the 'flared' addition really offered no difference, which is why this particular product landed in the 'forget it' section. Baby lips is fine for those who aren't chapstick freaks, but as for me- I'll stick with my boy Burt.


Fabulous Find:
Target buys back electronics! Who knew?! They bought my iPhone 4 for $170! Since they sell the phones in store && I was eligible for an upgrade, I ended up paying $29 for the new 4s! Whoever said Santa does not exist clearly never met Cesar from the electronics department at Target. 


Watch the video review here:

My Style Diary 11-25-11

What I'm Wearing:

1. Men's Sweater: Izod, M- TJ Maxx

2. Beaded Shorts: XS, Kitson's

3. Infinity Scarf: Express

4. Patent Bow Heels: Kensie Girl, Size: 9.5

5. Opaque Tights: c/o Windsor

6. Glitter Clutch: Juicy Couture

7. Sunglasses: Prada Baroque

8. Rose Gold Cuffs: Carson's

Lips: Revlon Lip Butter 'Creamsicle'

Who says you can't wear gold and silver at the same time? They are both neutrals- you can pair the shimmering pieces together for a chic mixed metal style. You can wear multiple sparkly pieces together as long as you pair them with less dressy fabrics. Wear sequin shorts with a chunky, oversized sweater to create a look that is high on glitz but low on effort. Loose fitting, thicker knits create the perfect balance for short shorts and minis. I found this super comfy sweater in the men's department at TJ Maxx- super cheap, super relaxed && totally adorable.

Opaque tights are a must have addition to your winter wardrobe- use them to make seemingly seasonal pieces like shorts and skirts into year round wearable looks.

This outfit contains two new recent additions to my closet- the patent bow heel && [wait for it....] new sunglasses! I saw these heels and almost fell over with how cute they are. They're actually more comfortable walking than just trying them on- and the best part? They were under $60 :) 

If you've been a longtime follower of mine, you know I always..always, always, always.. wore my Gucci oversized sunglasses. They, along with many of my relationships, completely broke this summer. I had been searching for their replacement until I FINALLY tried these glasses on- I CANNOT STOP LOOKING AT THEM. They are interesting. They are art. They are me. I knew they were it from the moment the frames touched my face. I'm pretty sure that most casual observers will hate them, but I love them. They are not 'weird', they are different- and difference is beautiful.

I guess what they say about love is true- when you know, you just know. Who would have thought that my soul mate would turn out to be Prada? ;)

My Style Diary 11/22/11

What I'm Wearing:

1. Open Back Turtleneck dress: Bebe, Size: XS gifted from Hanh

2. Over the Knee Socks: Target

3. Jacket: Nanette Lepore, Size: S, TJ Maxx

4. Leather Gloves: TJ Maxx

5. Glitter Clutch: Juicy Couture

6. Sunglasses: Burberry

7. Heels: Michael Kors, Size: 9

8. Belt: pulled from other Windsor Dress

Makeup:

1. Foundation: L'Oreal Visible Lift: Nude Beige

2. Powder: MUFE HD Translucent Powder

3. Blush: Rock&Republic 'Bedroom' [pictured]

4. Lips: Revlon Lip Butter 'Creamsicle', Smashbox 'Pop'

5. Mascara: Lancome L'Oscillation

Watch the video for this look here!

Winter Style Tips && Pose/Windsor Giveaway

What I'm Wearing

Outfit One:

1. Red Jacket: c/o Windsor, Size: S

2. White Ruffle Dress Shirt: Carson's, Size: S

3. Studded Belt: Patricia Field

4. Riding Pants: Vince Camuto, Size: S

5. Crystal Boots: Nina, Size: 9

6. Bow Hat: Kate Spade

Outfit Two:

1. Houndstooth Coat: c/o Windsor, Size: S

2. Tuxedo Dress: Nanette Lepore, Size: S

3. Black Lace Slip: Victoria's Secret

4. Tights: c/o Windsor

5. Patent Heels: Michael Kors, Size: 9

6. Glitter Clutch: Juicy Couture

7. Sunglasses: Burberry

Outfit Three:

1. Black Coat: c/o Windsor, Size: S

2. Sequin Hem Dress: BCBG

3. Tights: c/o Windsor

4. Sequin Heels: Nine West, Size: 9

5. Studded Belt: Patricia Field

Outfit Four:

1. Cape: c/o Windsor

2. Leather Strap Armwarmers: Burberry

3. Black Leggings: Hackley & Jamison, Hautelook

4. Patent Boots: c/o GINA! Stuart Weitzman, Size: 9

Makeup:

1. Foundation: L'Oreal Visible Lift: Nude Biege

2. Powder: MUFE HD Translucent Powder

3. Lipstick: NARS Cruising

4. Mascara: Lancome L'Oscillation

5. Blush: Rock & Republic: Shameless

Nail Polish:

OPI Designer ...de better! (Muppets 2011 Holiday Collection)

Giveaway Rules!

Want one of the coats featured in this video? Pose has offered to sponsor a $50 gift card to the store of my choice for one of my viewers! (It doesn't have to be a coat! You can use the card for anything- sweaters..dresses... it's TOTALLY up to you!) Here's how to enter:

1. If you don't already have it, download the Pose App here [for iPhones, iPads, && Androids]: www.pose.com/d

2. Post a Pose with the hashtag #carlyootd in your description

3. Follow Me on Pose! My username? CarlyCristman [I bleed creativity]

That's it! The app is SO much fun- I use it to take pictures of my outfits, cute things I find shopping- or just random sparkly things I'm obsessed with. What are you waiting for?! STRIKE A POSE!

Not All Sequins Are Created Equally

What I'm Wearing:

1. Sequin Sweater: Vince Camuto, Size: M

2. Riding Pants: Hackley & Jamison, Size: S

3. Heels: Michael Kors, Size: 9

4. Sunglasses: Target

5. Scarf: Express

6. Patent Bag: Marc Jacobs

7. Silver Watch: Gucci

Makeup:

1. Foundation: L'Oreal Visible Lift- "Nude Beige"

2. MUFE HD Powder

3. Ultraflesh Bronzer

This. Sweater.

I'm lazy. It's sparkly. IT'S PERFECT. 
I bought this sweater 2 sizes larger than normal. I wanted it to have a relaxed fit && also be able to be worn off the shoulder. My favorite type of look is casually fabulous- I'd define most of my outfits this way. Comfy, Glamourous, and low maintenance :)

Watch the video for this look!

Let me know if you like this more casual style of outfit videos- && don't forget to watch the vlog for the day I wore this! 

October Favorites

Products Mentioned:
1. Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion
2. NARS blushes: Dolce Vita, Lovejoy
3. NARS lipstick: Cruising
4. NARS gloss: Dolce Vita
5. Urban Decay Naked Palette
6. Nail Polish: OPI Lincoln Park After Dark
7. Druzy Pendant: TJ Maxx
8. Layered Neutrals- Cynthia Rowley Sweater, Marshalls
9. Pose App for iPhone

What I'm Wearing:
1. Cowl Sweater: Windsor
2. Druzy Pendant: TJ Maxx
3. Long Chain: Nordstroms
4. Nails: Pink && White gel
5. Foundation: Boots no. 7 mousse in 'blonde'
6. MUFE HD Powder
7. Blush: NARS 'lovejoy'
8. Lips: NARS 'Cruising', Smashbox 'Petal'
9. Liner: L'oreal Liquid Lineur Intense
10. Shadows: Virgin, Sin, Naked
11. Self tanner: Sun Labs mixed with L'oreal Sublime Gel Lotion

This month I've really been loving either a neutral face with a hint of pink [lovejoy && cruising] or a pale, matte face with a pop of red [dolce vita]. Layering neutrals was my favorite fashion look this month, combined with my long druzy necklace. I either wear the combo with skinny jeans and heels [as seen in my last style post], or with riding pants && boots for a more casual feel.

I've also just jumped on the Pose && Instagram apps- my usernames on both of these are incredibly clever [CarlyCristman]. Follow me on pose if you'd like to see random fashion updates or finds!

I have the direct link to the sweater I'm wearing posted above, but if you'd like to see more like this go check out my fall picks on Windsor's site!

The Clinique lotion was the only brand new product I tried and made a routine favorite this month- I was kind of disappointed that I didn't find anything else exciting! If you found any new products or styles, be sure to let me know!