No, but seriously, with so much great stuff out there it can be kind of hard to decide what to put on your holiday wish list.
While there are a lot of things that I would like to make mine, I am asking Santa for a few (OK ten) blogger faves to put under my tree this year…
Can you tell that I’m just a little obsessed with makeup sets and the color gold much?
The tree isn’t the only thing I’ve been thinking about.
By the chimney there’s something that needs to be filled.
And in case you’re stumped for stocking stuffers, here’s a few ideas to hint to the fam…
+ Everything is clickable so click away!
+Need more ideas? Check out these Bloggers Holiday Wish Lists as well!
To celebrate my birthday, the manfriend and I went to the city.
NYC obv.
Even though it was super rainy, I had an amazing time and was even able to cross a few things off of my 30 before 30 list.
Warning: As always, I took a crap ton of photos + I’m going to over-share…
Our visit started with a 10AM Info Session at Columbia Journalism School. 4. Go back to school (Masters in Journalism maybe?)
Then shopping which unfortunately consisted of mostly window shopping (such a tease!), but I did get to build my own box at the Birchbox store in Soho. I didn’t get my nails done, but maybe next time… 10. Shop at the Birchbox store in Soho
After dinner we enjoyed cupcakes from Sprinkles. Mine was strawberry and his was chocolate marshmallow. 13. Hit up the Sprinkles ATM
A little while back I did a blog post on brows. When I shared the sneak peek on Instagram, I had a couple of people ask me how to do eyebrows. While I do consider myself to be a beauty blogger, I am very much aware that I am not a makeup artist.
Now, that being said, here are the steps that I take when I do my eyebrows…
Brush + Fill
Up and out when brushing, then quick tiny strokes when filling.
Gel
Same as when you brush, only this time with gel to hold the hairs in place.
Highlight
Line underneath your brow.
Blend
You’ll look silly if you don’t. If you need to you can also use your finger.
Not really, but whatever I do, I’ll make sure to share it on Insta.
Even if it’s just hanging out on my couch + watching Netflix…
Yay!
P.S. Even though it’s my birthday, here’s a little something for you…
In addition to the camera giveaway (which ends this week, so if you haven’t entered yet, what are you waiting for?), I am also participating in a holiday giveaway!
+This is open National & International. International winner will receive PayPal Payout only. National winner will have a choice of Sephora, Nordstrom, or PayPal payout.
+Sweepstake starts today (12/10/2014) and will end December 19 2014, 11:59PM.
+Winner will be randomly picked, via Rafflecopter.
+Winner will be emailed from vivienne@joliepagaille.com, in which he/she will have 48 hours to claim the prize; otherwise, it will be forfeited to the 2nd runner-up.
But instead of spiraling into yet another quarter-life crisis, I made a list of 30 things I want to do within the next couple of years, to make the most of what’s left of my twenties!
My 30 before 30…
1. Finish enough of the VT brewery tour to send in for a prize
2. Get a second tattoo
3. Decide if I really want my tragus pierced or not
4. Go back to school (Masters in Journalism maybe?)
5. Run a 5K with friends (A fun one)
6. Plan a Twenty Something Plus event
7. Learn Photoshop
8. Visit Europe again
9. NYE in NYC
10. Shop at the Birchbox store in Soho
11. Find work in Social Media
12. Attend NYFW
13. Hit up the Sprinkles ATM
14. Create a Twenty Something Plus photo challenge
15. Watch fireworks on Niagara Falls
16. Undergo a Twenty Something Plus redesign
17. Be a model for something
18. Go Rollerskating with my sisters
19. Collaborate on something major
20. Fancy restaurant dinner date with the Manfriend (So, not Buffalo Wild Wings, sorry Andrew)
21. Present at Alt Summit (I would be happy just to go again, but I figure dream big!)
22. Invest in a quality large mirror (and then take a #selfie)
23. Move to the city
24. Update my wardrobe to match my style (Read: PURGE)
25. Go to a blow out bar
26. Go on a cruise
27. Down size (See number 24)
28. Get a photo feature in a magazine
29. Write a book (Or write an article that goes to print)
30. Seriously consider freelance
The 22 parody 32 is much more fitting, but sometimes the internet doesn’t like to share…
A good structure bag is timeless. Make it a beautiful kelly green and you’ve got a fun classic!
It almost goes without saying, that I am OBSESSED with my camera bag.
And so many compartments! It doubles as a diaper bag and even comes with a diaper pad.
I don’t have kids, but I use it whenever I watch my niece.
Other than my camera, it can hold A LOT!
Now, I’m no professional photographer, I use a Cannon EOS Rebel S1L because even though it’s a DSLR it’s small so it’s perfect for me when I out and about. The only other camera that I considered investing in was the Cannon EOS Rebel T5.
Speaking of…
I’ve teamed up with some FABULOUS bloggers to giveaway a Canon EOS Rebel T5 and two lenses!
Check out the 15 other ladies joining me on this giveaway by clicking on their image below.
So what are you waiting for? It’s your chance to make some photo magic with your family this holiday season. The giveaway will run from December 5th to the 19th and it is open to US and Canada only. All entries will be validated and if there are any issues with your entry all will be voided. So you’d better not lie, because we’re going to be like Santa and check it all twice.
Disclaimer: This giveaway is open to U.S. and Canada residents only. This blog and any participating blogs did not receive compensation for the published material in this post. No purchase required to enter this giveaway and there is a limit of one entrant per household. Void where prohibited. Odds of winning are determined by the number of valid entries received. Entries will be verified. Winner will be chosen by Random.org and will be emailed via the email address used to enter the contest. New winner(s) will be chosen if original winner(s) has not responded within 48 hours of email notification. This giveaway is not administered, sponsored, endorsed by, or associated with Facebook, Twitter, Google, Pinterest or other social media outlet. Disclaimer is posted in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
Now that the temps have dropped enough for the snow to stick, my denial that winter is right around the corner is pointless.
And while I may not be ready emotionally, I have prepped myself with some winter essentials.
Aside from the obvious coffee thermos, snow boots and Zara blanket scarf, here are my necessities:
1. I love Vermont’s Original Bag Balm because, one, I’m a proud Vermonter, and two, my lips get really disgustingly chapped, and it works. Yes, I know the original use for it. No, IDGAF.
2. My skin literally drinks lotion when it’s cold. I’ve tried so many different brands and types, but my current favorite is the Intensive Care Advanced Repair by Vaseline. I got it for free from Influenster, and am so glad I did. I am dreading when it runs out, but it’s gotten me through most of November, which is a pretty major first for me.
3. My hands are another story. I don’t want to carry around a full sized bottle of lotion for mis manos, but a hand cream the smells good + is über luxe? Now we’re talking!
4. All the prep in the world doesn’t exactly help with winter and it’s seasonal effects. But this Yankee Candle in Balsam & Cedar does…it smells like Christmas! And I’d suffer all the snow for a white Christmas.
I almost never post twice in one day, but when one of your favorite beauty bloggers tags you for a ‘This or That’ post, you do it. Thanks, Kristina!
How This or That works:
1. State who tagged you (provide link) Answer all the questions.
2. Select one ‘This or That’ question for all your readers to answer.
3. Tag 4 others to answer ALL of the “this or that” questions on their blogs (provide links)… They say you really get to know people when they’re put in tight situations. Today’s “This or That” is going to do just that!”
Any other fellow bloggers that want to are more than welcome to consider themselves tagged!
Not a blogger + not tagged?
It’s OK, you can still comment! And I’d be interested to know your answer for number 29!
One thing that living in Vermont has taught me is to support both local and small businesses.
While that doesn’t mean that I will be skipping out on Black Friday, judge if you must…what it does mean is that I will also be supporting Small Business Saturday.
And voilà!
