What I’ve Bought Lately by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring Drybar I vaguely recall posting something a few months ago about trying to save more money…perhaps by spending less? But when it comes to beauty items that I can’t live without,…
April Buys
April Buys by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring Stila After a beautiful Sunday that hit nearly 60 degrees, my spring game is feeling strong. I’m sure we will have a few more cold spells this month that will delay my off-the-shoulder…
The (Seriously) Last-Minute Gift Guide
The (Seriously) Last-Minute Gift Guide by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring Stila So here we are…down to the wire. In T-minus four days it will be Christmas and you haven’t even started shopping. Don’t despair (I say this as a reminder…
Birthday Buys
Birthday Buys by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring opi nail care As my birthday month concludes, nothing makes me happier than opening the last of my presents (even if I did gift them to myself). If you follow me on Snapchat…
The November Agenda
November is my favorite month. Why, you ask? Because it’s my birthday month — and by month, I mean you get to celebrate your birthday for an entire month. At least, you should be able to, in theory. I know…
Fall Beauty Buys – Part I
I have been on quite the beauty kick lately. It’s amazing how a new lipstick (or highlighting palette) can get me excited for the upcoming work week. Lately, the object of my affection has been Stila (surprise, surprise!). I thought…
Summer Squad
Summer Squad by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a cabana stripe beach towel My summer essentials are fairly simple — light makeup, good lipstick, and an easy skincare routine. While this may sound straightforward, my desire to try new products keeps me busy…
Beauty on a Budget
Beauty on a Budget by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring nars cosmetics Save: Foundation//Eye Shadow// Eye Liner// Mascara//Lipstick Splurge: Foundation// Eye Shadow// Eye Liner// Mascara//Lipstick I’m packing my bags again for a quick trip to Rhode Island for the rest of the…
Stealing the Spotlight: Stila’s HUGE Extreme Lash Mascara
I’m back with another installment of Stealing the Spotlight. And, of course, it’s a product from Stila. I swear, I do use other brands (but what can I say? Stila makes awesome stuff!). I made a quick stop at Ulta…
Stealing the Spotlight: Stila’s Eyes are the Window Shadow Palette
I finally took the plunge and bought this palette from Stila. If you follow my blog, you know two things: I love all of Stila’s products and this palette has earned a spot on every wish list and gift guide…
Gift Guide 2015: For Her
Gift Guide 2015: For Her by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring rhinestone sunglasses It’s officially time to start preparing those gift guides, heading to your favorite retailer (read: shop online in your pajamas), and get those gifts ready! I wish I…
My November Wish List
My November Wish List by vanessa-living-in-steil featuring a tartan blanket scarf It’s that time of year. No, we aren’t talking Thanksgiving or holiday shopping today. My birthday is in t-minus three days. Exciting, right? Thanks to frequent trips…
