Glamification

Just Life.

radtastification — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:41:00 -0500

Hello there!

It has been a very long time since we’ve seen each other. You look fantastic! This is not a post announcing the return of Glamification, sadly. I honestly don’t know if this will make a valiant return or not, but who knows what the future has in store? However there is good news! I saved a whole lot of money on my car insurance by switching to-! I’ll spare you the overplayed joke.

Okay. Here’s what this post is really about. In May, Morgaine and I will graduate from college. It’s very exciting! We’re both overjoyed. That’s the main reason why posting has been in a limbo. We’re working hard to finish school. That isn’t all that I wanted to share! This last part is happy news regarding our relationship and I’m just so ecstatic about it that I’m telling EVERYONE.

I gave Morgaine a promise ring. See it after the break.

It is NOT an engagement ring. We’re both 21 and while engagement is common around our age, it’s just not something for us. After 4 years of being together though, all of our close friends and family know that it will happen one day. So ta-dah, promise ring!

And that’s that. Just sharing a slice of our lives with you all. I hope many of you have had or will have similar experiences and find your true love. Have a wonderful 2013!

Sincerely,

Chad Oliver

So, Target has gotten a lot of attention recently for the...

glittercarnival — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 17:04:55 -0500

So, Target has gotten a lot of attention recently for the highly-anticipated (and quickly sold out) Jason Wu collection. However, you don’t hear much about Target’s truly awesome Clearance Section. Everything you see in the picture above is currently available in Target.com’s clearance section. And, you know what’s even better? All of those things I hand-picked for you guys are under $20.

And be sure to check your local Target. They have a ton of different clearance items in the stores.

With each new line of bagsI become more and more obsessed...

glittercarnival — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:53:05 -0500

With each new line of bagsI become more and more obsessed with Mulberry. The luxury brand’s newest line of travel bags is absolutely beautiful. If you’ve got an extra $1,250 - $3,500 laying around, the collection becomes available on February 15.

Doo.Ri’s upcoming collection for Macy’s Impulse line...

glittercarnival — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:18:05 -0500

Doo.Ri’s upcoming collection for Macy’s Impulse line is just a little over a week away. The collection has a nice price range of $39 to $159. I’m definitely swooning over black draped dress and the grey maxi dress.

How To Organize your Makeup Bag

glittercarnival — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:47:06 -0500

How To Organize your Makeup Bag

Macy’s has announced the next designer collaboration for...

glittercarnival — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:10:05 -0500

Macy’s has announced the next designer collaboration for their Impulse line. Alberta Ferretti will release a 30 piece collection ranging in price from $49 to $119. The collection will hit stores on April 17th and will stay on the floor for 10 weeks. Macy’s sure is churning out these collaborations! Who do you think will be next?

So what did you snag from the Jason Wu for Target collection?

glittercarnival — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:35:06 -0500

The Jason Wu for Target collection finally hits stores on...

glittercarnival — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:07:56 -0500

The Jason Wu for Target collection finally hits stores on Sunday! Are you guys as excited as I am? I’m definitely pre-gaming my shopping by picking up my top priority items. Here’s my hit list for the collection:

1. Blue Foral Scarf - $19.99
2. Pleated Skirt in Black - $29.99
3. Long Sleeved Sailor Sweater in Black/Cream Stripes - $32.99
4. Front-Flap Bag in Cream/Black - $49.99

Head over to Nitrolicious for pictures of the whole collection along with prices to make your own game plan for Sunday!

Lindsey Wixson

glittercarnival — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:35:05 -0500

Lindsey Wixson

Sam Edelman and American Eagle have teamed up for this awesome...

glittercarnival — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:06:32 -0500

Sam Edelman and American Eagle have teamed up for this awesome summery collaboration. These decided warm-weather shoes are a nice reminder that the cold weather will end eventually! And, the best part is, you don’t even have to wait until summer to buy them! The entire collection is already available on American Eagle’s website.

There’s only two weeks separating us from the Jason Wu for...

glittercarnival — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 15:09:05 -0500

There’s only two weeks separating us from the Jason Wu for Target collection. I couldn’t be more excited! This adorable video features kitty-cat mascot Milu giving Wu a helping hand with the collection.

DIY Nail Art with Rhinestones

glittercarnival — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:35:05 -0500

DIY Nail Art with Rhinestones

Alex K shot by Alexander Wagner for Foam February/March 2012

glittercarnival — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:27:05 -0500

Alex K shot by Alexander Wagner for Foam February/March 2012

Missoni for Target has hit the Clearance Rack!

glittercarnival — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:55:23 -0500

Missoni for Target has hit the Clearance Rack!

How To Take Care of Your Makeup Brushes I’ll be the first...

glittercarnival — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:37:05 -0500

How To Take Care of Your Makeup Brushes

I’ll be the first to admit that I am very new to makeup brushes. I just recently bought myself a couple new ones and am learning how to use them. So, I am also learning how to clean my brushes. At first, I thought I was going to need some really expensive, specialty brush cleaner or something. Turns out, all I need is a bit of baby shampoo! Click the photo for The Budget Fashionista’s excellent and simple tutorial for amateur brush cleaners.

Beegee Margenyte by Tina Luther for Harper’s Bazaar Hong...

glittercarnival — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:29:05 -0500

Beegee Margenyte by Tina Luther for Harper’s Bazaar Hong Kong February 2012

Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2012 Sarah Burton has crafted one of...

glittercarnival — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:52:05 -0500

Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2012

Sarah Burton has crafted one of the most exquisite and luxurious Pre-Fall collections of the season! The Victorian inspiration and execution of this collection is obvious, but not heavy-handed. I like the balance that Burton struck between then and now, blending the old with the modern. And, as always, the execution and craftsmanship of these pieces is overwhelmingly beautiful. I cannot wait to see the full Fall collection!

Take a look behind the scenes of Chanel’s newest ad...

glittercarnival — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:20:06 -0500

Take a look behind the scenes of Chanel’s newest ad campaign. Can you believe the models got to pose in water while wearing Chanel?!

H&M’s Summer 2012 Lookbook modeled by Frida Gustavsson

glittercarnival — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:46:05 -0500

H&M’s Summer 2012 Lookbook modeled by Frida Gustavsson

Recently, the lovely Emma Stone sat down to tell Style.com about...

glittercarnival — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:15:05 -0500

Recently, the lovely Emma Stone sat down to tell Style.com about her beauty essentials. It shouldn’t be a surprise that she mentioned Revlon more than once, seeing as she’s now a brand ambassador for the well-loved company. However, there was one tidbit on the list that turned some heads. She uses natural grape seed oil as a moisturizer. She says she’s “allergic to everything”, so the grape seed oil is a natural way for her skin to say hydrated. Her skin looks great to me! I think I might give this a whirl to see how it goes! How about you?