Trosalynn's Closet Envy

Let’s just say my palette for makeup is ever expanding. I am always getting new trinkets to add to my makeup especially when seasons are changing. I just got a few things from Mac this week I wanted to share. First off the Lipsticks!!!! I think the vampy modern 90s look is slowly sneaking into my closet. The lipsticks I am in love with that should see me through winter are Media, Red and Dubonnet. I am loving these 3 shades to add to my winter looks that include Runaway Red, Rebel and Brave Red. These shades just compliment my skin tone the best and will be in heavy rotation this fall to winter... Mac always seem to have great lipsticks that work for me although I have had a few misses like Ruby Woo which is just too matte and dry for me I take it. My lips seem to agree more with the cream sheen or satin. All in all Mac has more hits than misses in my books. 1. Dubonnet ~ This lipstick is a very nice, dark, warm red that is absolutely amazing. I am wearing it as I type away at the ...

Let’s just say I went into holiday mode from December 20th 2013 and only are resurfacing now after my leave ended on January 21st 2014. The holidays were absolutely amazing having spent it with family at Zimbali Resort in Durban. It was absolutely breath taking and more than anything a relaxing get away. I got a tan, I swam at the every single day, talk about a lot of exercise and I enjoyed my champagne and cocktails… The best part was the champagne birthday breakfast my aunt and uncle planned for me at the beach pools – now that was awesome!!! A few things I took along on my trip that actually worked well with my holiday pieces apart from sunscreen. 1. A bold lip Whether I choose to have on pink, plum or red on my lips, there is nothing like a bold lip that helps give me more sass on any given day. Just that little application boots up my face and any outfit I put on be it simple or otherwise. My lippie choice is always MAC, MAC, MAC you all have read my favourites but I’ll say Bo...

Time Just Seems To Be Flying... From My December Birthday Month To Valentine's Almost Being Here... Here Is To A Fantastic 2014 To All...

Did I say How Much I Love This CK Coat Dress!!!! It feels like butter and fits like a glove. Let's just say my aunt knows my size all too well. This is one of the dresses my aunt got for me on her recent travels to Dallas, TX last month... This dress is fast becoming on of my go to dresses. My Look Dress : Calvin Klein Coat Dress Shoes : T Strap Nine West Belt: Calvin Klein ( It comes with the dress ). Watch : Grandmother's Quartz Jewellery : Swarovski Make Up Foundation : Mac NC45 Pressed Powder : Mac Minierlise Dark Lipstick : Mac Up The Amp Eyeshadow : Mac Frosted Bronze, Mac Carbon I just Love Black... Share your stories of why you also love the colour!!!

We all know I love them Bold Beautiful Lips (BBL’s). I must say there are a few tips I use to keep the lip colour looking kissable and smudge free. I for one have somewhat of a defined lip line although sometimes I do notice feathering, streaking or fading in certain areas. I’ve come to learn that if I add a few dab's of foundation or concealor on my lips it sticks like glue and lasts longer. I use wax based lip liner at times to create more of a barrier from lipstick seeping through but not on a day to day basis when I am doing my 5 minute face, although you can use it. Here’s a step-by-step explanation of how to make sure your lips look amazing!!! What you’ll need: Lip balm Foundation Lip liner Lipstick Instructions: 1. Chapped lips are not attractive with or without lipstick. So ladies please apply enough just to moisten and even your lips so you have a smooth surface to work on. 2. I use my finger and/or a wedge to dab on a small amount of the foundation using y...

I have an undying love for African prints... And if you know me well enough, I have lots of the African outfits that i have racked up in the last 7 years. I am always trying to create a show stopper look. I often play off modern and traditional pieces together, although on certain special occasions such as traditional weddings, I wear the African look from head to toe. It was last week Friday and I wanted something to go with my jeans that would look cute but not over the top. I decided to wear this African print top from Congo with my mango collection jeans (might I add they are super comfy). I decided to throw on my nine west shoes that complimented the green in my blouse and navy in my Zara tote. Pictures By : Busi My Look Top : Congolese Print Fabric Blouse Bottom : Mango Collection Jeans Shoes : Nine West Belt: Mango Frame : Diesel (Prescription Glasses) Watch : Grandmother's Quartz Jewellery : Swarovski Nail Polish : Essie Cute As A Button Make Up ...

My borther Imran (Imy), Miche (he's prom date) and I My borther Imran and I with our Mummy My Mummy and I Miche , Imran, and I Mac's Up The Amp is exactly what I am when I am turned up, bright and vibrant in other words the life of the party on my lips in this case. This is my summer colour I bet everyone would agree... I love that it glides on smoothly and keeps my lips moist throughout. This was at my brothers graduation in September 2012. My Look Jacket : Tuxedo Zara Dress : Massimo Dutti Gown Shoes : Ninewest Clutch: Kenneth Cole Makeup Foundation : Mac NC45 Pressed Powder : Mac Minierlise Dark Lipstick : Mac Up the Amp Eyeshadow : Amber Lights Eyeliner : Smolder