Birchbox December 2012

I was not impressed with my December 2012 Birchbox. Perhaps it may have been in part due to receiving my Ipsy bag first and being thoroughly pleased with Ipsy that this month's Birchbox couldn't stand a chance.

This may be my last Birchbox post since I have been debating for these past few months whether I want to continue on with the subscription. I've never been completely thrilled about my selection of products for some time now and I think I am ready to cancel my subscription.

Birchbox December 2012 Contents:

Cartier Baiser Vole Eau de Parfum

the Balm cosmetics Hot Mama Blush

Frownies Eye Gels

Number 4 Clarifying Shampoo

AHAVA Dermud Enriched Intensive Foot Cream

Rent the Runway $50 promo card

(For a Birchbox Man) Cartier Declaration d'un Soir

Ipsy December 2012

I am loving my December 2012 Ipsy beauty bag. I can see myself easily using all of the products in the bag.

Ipsy December 2012 Contents:

Mai Couture Highlighter Papier

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil (in Zero)

Mirabella Prime for Face & Eyes

NYX  Loose Pearl Shadow

bombshell Hot Mess Lip Gloss

Ipsy November 2012

The Ipsy bag for November was themed "Party Perfect". Overall, I was really happy with the contents of the November beauty bag. The bag contained beauty products to help you perfect your party perfect look for the season.

Ipsy November 2012 Contents:

Nailtini Nail Lacquer

the Balm cosmetics Meet Matt(e) Eyeshadow

bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss

Starlet Cosmetics Intense Eyeliner

Chella Eyebrow Defining Gel

JUSTFAB $20 promo code

Birchbox November 2012

The theme for the November Birchbox is all about giving: giving thanks, giving back and giving treats.

Instead of their usual gift wrapping tissues, they included a reusable gift envelope to fill with a treat to give to someone special. 

Birchbox November 2012

Birchbox November 2012 

My Bath Bomb ended up smashed and pretty sad looking.

Birchbox November 2012 Contents:

Caldrea  Hand Soap 

Stella Cadente Miss Me Eau de Parfum

Oscar Blandi Pronto Texture & Volume Spray

ModelCo FIBRE LASHXTEND Lengthening Mascara 

Feeling Smitten Limited Edition Holiday Ribbon Cupcake Bath Bomb 

Lifestyle Extra

SOYJOY Cranberry Snack Pack

Ipsy Bag October 2012

Ipsy's October 2012 Bombshell Beauty Bag.

Ipsy Bag October 2012

Ipsy Bag October 2012

Ipsy October 2012 Contents:

Coastal Scents Eye Shadow (Set 1: Cloud White, Paris Green, Reef Blue, Thunderous)

Couture Colour Pequi Oil Treatment 

be a bombshell  Eye Liner (in Onyx)

the Balm What's Your Type? "the body builder" Mascara 

mirenesse Lip Bomb Glossy Lacquer Stain 

Ipsy promo for JUST FAB Shoes $20 off

BIrchbox October 2012

The Birchbox team enlisted the help of goop.com to put together their selections of must-try essentials for this month's beauty box.

Birchbox October 2012 Beauty Box

Birchbox October 2012 Contents:

Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum

DDF Brightening Cleanser

Orofluido Beauty Elixir

per-fekt Beauty Lip Perfection in Melrose

Lifestyle Extras

Mighty Leaf Tea Assorted Teas

Married

On Friday, September 28, 2012, Billy and I got married. We had a small, family-only ceremony at the Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana followed by a dinner at Tangerine Grill & Patio in The Anabella Hotel in Anaheim. It was perfect.

My wedding gown is from David's Bridal and it is the GALINA Style WG3381. I love everything about this dress; the look, the feel, the material, the fit - it was perfect! I used David's Bridal fit and flare slip/petticoat to accentuate the mermaid style and let me say, the fit and flare really brought life to the dress! 

I will do a follow-up on our vendors another time because I have nothing but wonderful things to say and share.

Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana, CA.

At the Tangerine Grill & Patio in The Anabella Hotel in Anaheim, CA.

Birchbox September 2012

This month's Birchbox comes with their first-ever Birchbox Lookbook. The mini-mag is filled with ten of their favorite fall beauty trends.

Birchbox September 2012 Beauty Box

Birchbox September 2012 Contents:

BVLGARI Mon Jasmin Noir Fragrance

Color Club Birchbox Custome Polish (in Put a Pin in it)

twistband Birchbox Custom Lace Hair Tie

Vasanti Brighten Up! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator

WEI to Go Sleep Over Kit

Lifestyle Extras

The Brush Guard Brush Guard Variety Kit

Birchbox Digital Download Tristan Prettyman

Madewell Promotional $25 off your purchase of $75 or more

My Glam / Ipsy Bag September 2012

MyGlam is now Ipsy. According to myglam, the word "ipsy" comes from the latin word "ipse", which means "self". This month's September beauty bag is celebrating beauty by you.

My Glam / Ipsy September 2012 Beauty Bag

Mirabella Eye Colour in 36 Semiformal

Jane Sparkle Gloss in Sparkle Pink

Circus by Andrea's Choice Nail Color in Tight Rope

Carol's Daughter MONOI Repairing Split EndSealer

London Soho New York Smudge Brush

My Glam / Ipsy September 2012 Contents:

London Soho New York Smudge Brush

Jane Sparkle Gloss (in Sparkle Pink)

Circus by Andrea's Choice Nail Color (in Tight Rope)

Carol's Daughter MONOI Repairing Split End Sealer

Mirabella Eye Colour (in 36 Semiformal)

Promotional $20 off Just Fab Shoes