3 Best Products for your Winter Beach Trip

Many of you are wondering why I am posting about beach products in the middle of October. Well.... I am leaving for a Bahama get away tomorrow and I have found 3 products that have helped me to complete a summer look in the cooler months. Read more »

Win This Lovely Fall Shadow Compact

 In need of a new Fall makeover? You can't go wrong with Adel Amor Cosmetics' new 5 pan "Just Plum Lovely" shadow kit. See the video tutorial here!Read more »

Beauty Products for the Modern Classic Woman

I like to describe my true style as the modern classic. Of course I shoot in fun colorful outfits to show the styles of the seasons, but if I could choose my every day wear, it would be a mix of Chanel and Manolo Blahnik. My beauty choices are no different. Flawless foundation, red lips, black accessories, and a feminine fresh, subtle scent. Read more »

The Classic

The Classic by the-ivory-closet featuring nars cosmetics

How to Contour Your Brows?

In my makeup classes, I am constantly asked about the proper way to contour and shape the brows. I do not like to use stencils or liquids in my brow routine as it can give a very "made up" look. Instead, I use the natural brow line and the Adel Amor Brow Blender Pencil Brush.Read more »

10 Minute Contouring Makeup Video Blog

I am having so much fun launching makeup tutorial videos. I know they are a bit amateur at the moment, but the great thing is, I now have a studio for shooting images and video. I have a few more videos done in home, but stay tuned for the new and improved City Chic Living weekly Vlogs. Learn how to get a natural contoured look using the Anastasia contour kit, Ulta Banana Pressed Setting...

Beauty Vlog Spot: Flawless Foundation

This is my very first ever beauty video tutorial! Sorry for the "smacking" haha I had no idea that I did that when trying to demo or tutorial products. ha ha! Read more »

3 Best Beauty Accessories + Giveaway

I am always raving about actual cosmetic products, but beauty accessories deserve some love too! These 3 products are items that I use EVERY day to keep a fresh face and flawless look.Read more »

Product 06: Lollia Bubble Bath

 Not only does this deliver the most scrumptious smelling bubble fluff, it looks oh so elegant on the side of the tub. Product Must Have #6 - Lollia's Relax Bubble Bath.  Named one of Oprah's favorite things, you can't go wrong with Lollia's Relax bubble bath for a gift. I love giving this fabulous froth as a host gift when attending a house party. The look on the hostess' face is never short of...