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Holy cow, this is the box that I've been waiting for since August!  Dubbed "The Hit Kit" by Refinery29, it is filled with "elite" skincare products handpicked by their senior beauty editor, Megan McIntyre.  Definitely a box full of sophisticated products.  It also includes a surprise product, a very shimmery gold OPI nail polish from the limited edition James Bond collection from OPI.

The November GlossyBox came to my doorstep a few days late... more like two weeks late since I usually get my boxes in the first or second week of the month.  Mine literally came today, and so I rushed this post so I can get the pictures of the goodies up!  My Refinery29 edition GlossyBox also came today as well... and I'm stoked to share what's in the special edition box.  You won't want to miss that!

american eagle corduroy shirt & grey v-neck tee, juicy couture purse spray set

Oh October October, the month of pumpkin spiced lattes from Starbucks!  October is the month of feeling comfy and warm in your layers, stepping on crunchy leaves, and just welcoming Autumn in general.  I wouldn't say Autumn is my favorite season, but I really do enjoy the things Autumn has to offer.  Specially the pumpkin lattes from coffee houses, or dressing up in layers... something that I love to bits.  I can live in layers.

Denim.

Denim shirt - Forever 21

This month's theme is SPA LUXE.  All about winding down at the end of the day, giving yourself some time to relax your body and mind.  Definitely a box full of products that will leave you feeling refreshed and pampered with products such as Carol's Daughter Shea Souffle daily moisturizer, Alessandro Pedix Heel Rescue Balm, Heartland Fragrances Exfoliating Loofa Soap, Alterna Bamboo Luminous Shine Mist, and a Modelco lipduo!

Midterms and homework can really takeover your life. Sigh.

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I'll be back soon though!

Thanks for staying with me, my lovely followers.

Top & Cardigan; H&M,

Simple.

When I saw this on thebeautydepartment.com, I knew I'd have to attempt this nail design.  It's so fun and quirky, and the design is not too "loud" for an every day nail look.

Sometimes I like to spruce up my manicure with simple designs.  Dots are the easiest designs to do, as seen above.  You can use toothpicks, or in this case a mechanical pencil to create dots with.  You don't have to spend extra money on buying dotting tools or brushes for designs, you can utilize things that are found in your home!  Things like toothpicks, bobby pins, paper clips... anything that's pointy!

I'll definitely give this a try when I have time to give my nails its much needed manicure.

I have finally received my first Glossybox!

This is my first foray into beauty subscription boxes of any kind.  I decided on Glossybox because they'll be collaborating with Refinery29 on an upcoming box (I know this is a weak excuse, hehe).  I was willing to buy the 3 months subscription because of that (that box will be filled with awesome goodies, I can't let that go!), and this also gives me an excuse to try out Glossybox itself.

I have to say... I'm quite impressed with Glossybox so far.