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Just dropping in for a quick hello and to share some deals with all you lovely brides and grooms. I am trying to get in the habit of checking out the popular flash sale sites (LivingSocial, Groupon, etc.) for deals that would save us money on our wedding. It's one of the advantages to being two years away from the big day. The biggest sale I am looking for is a PHOTOBOOTH. Here are some of the ones I saw today:

Photo printing: If any of you are going for the DVD of images and rights to reprint from your photographer, LivingSocial is showing a deal from Picaboo for photo prints, enlargements, books, canvas prints, etc. For $35, you get $100 worth of these fun photo options. Check it out here.

Invitations: If you are looking for invite inspiration, LivingSocial also has a deal from Invitation Consultants for online invite designs and printing. For $19, you get $45 towards your invites, and that voucher can be used towards the cost of shipping as well. Check this one out here.


Of course, as I find more interesting deals, I will post about it to spread the wealth.

Have any of you tried a flash sale to save a few bucks on anything?

Finally! A BB Cream in my skin tone!

Let's start with the fact that I LOOOVVVEEE makeup. Love it! But I am way to lazy in the morning to apply a new face everyday. So I only get to experiment with my makeup collection on special occasions. I look forward to parties, formals, and balls mostly for the chance to play with makeup and hair.

But recently, I have had this urge to expand my daily makeup routine. I figure it is time to upgrade from the quick swipe of lip gloss in the car on the way to work. So I decided to start with some all-in-one products to save time and ease me into a routine. I started with Avon Tint n' Go for Cheeks and Lips in Berry as a nice way to bring some quick color to my face. I love the color on my lips, but I have to be careful with the cream on my cheeks because if I do not let it sink into my skin, it will wipe right off when I try to blend it. That means I have to walk around for two or three minutes looking like a clown before I can make it natural.




Next, I went in search of a light, everyday product that would mask some of my blemishes. I have a few acne scars and dark marks that I want to minimize on a daily basis, but I cannot spend the time and energy to put on a full face of foundation. That's when I started seeing the commercials for BB creams in the drugstore cosmetics department. I looked at a few different ones, but they did not come in a color for my skin tone. I ended up buying one anyway, thinking the color was not that far off. Boy was I wrong! I looked like a ghost when I took my picture. But then I found Maybelline Dream Fresh BB Cream in Deep, and I was pleasantly surprised that it blended with my skin beautifully. I have combination skin, and this cream really evened my skin out, giving moisture to my dry areas and reducing shine in my oily areas.  

 

I have a long way to go before I am comfortable and satisfied with my daily routine. But I think these products are a good start. Here is my look for today after a (very) quick application:

I still need a little eyeliner or mascara (or both), but I like looking natural during the day, espcially since our office is so casual. I'll keep you updated on anything else I try, and if you have suggestions, please let me know! What is your "staple" cosmetic product for every day?

Note: All photos are personal. I have not been compensated by Maybelline or Avon for these reviews.

 

Say Yes to the Dress!

I'm so excited! And I can't wait to share! But first...

I came on here to cry and vent about letting my dream dress slip through my fingers... but now I don't have to cry, because I bought it!

Wooohooo! *Happy Dance* Running Man*

Okay, now that I have calmed down, let me explain:

I have been drooling over the Two-in-One style gowns for awhile now. I fell in love with the idea of being a two dress bride, but I knew I would not have the budget for it, so I thought the next best thing would be a convertible dress. Of course the designers who make these types of dresses are all waaaaayyy out of my price range. So I contemplated going to one of the overseas dress websites to have them try to create the design that resembled what I was envisioning.

And then comes David's Bridal. They have a beautiful Two-in-One Taffeta Ball Gown that converts from a full skirt to a strapless sheath, with beautiful beaded embroidery on the sweetheart bodice. It was love at first sight! I saved the images to my phone, my computer, and my iPad so I could look at it over and over. But I had no intention on buying it until we were a LOT closer to the date. It didn't stop me from drooling over the computer screen at it every few days, though.

Fast forward to this morning. I was doing my usual web surfing of all things wedding related, when I came to the David's Bridal sale. And guess what dress was on sale for $99?!?! I went WILD! But then, I looked closer.... and my size was not available. And just as fast as I got excited, my face slumped in dissapointment. And so I came to you to begin my "sad face" post.

But guess, what? I went back to the website this afternoon to get the pictures for this post, and what should happen?! My size was available!!!!! AND I found a coupon code for FREE SHIPPING! I whipped my card out faster than I could say soft white!

Okay, enough talking, I know you want to see the dress! I will post pics of the actual dress as SOON as it arrives (between next Wednesday and the following Monday).Until then, here are the photos from the David's Bridal website:

 

Grand Total: $104.94