Feeling a little uninspired

Sometimes I see people on instagram post a picture and the caption says "I'm feeling a little uninspired so I'm going to take a break from posting and find some inspiration".  Well i'm feeling like that with my blog at the moment.  I have no space for pictures in my house, I always use my phone to take pictures because 1) it's easier and 2) I never really wanted to spend $$$$ on a camera.

Last weekend I was scoping out some cameras and the Canon T5i really interested me so I have been reading and watching as many reviews as I can.  I have also been loving the Olympus OM-D E-M10. But of course, everyone and their mothers are saying to go with the canon because the lenses are more affordable and the camera overall is just user friendly.

The price was around $400 for the camera and a lens, so I'm really thinking about making the "investment".  Also, I'm really dying to get my hands on a LV key cles/pouch and/or the LV card holder (haven't decided on a print).

Back to me feeling uninspired.  I've been so busy at work and i'm just tired all the time.  I have little to no time to set up an area to take some pictures and I don't like making a blog post word heavy with little to no pictures.

I think once Christmas hits and I feel a little more relaxed I'll have more energy and feel more inspired.

Christmas (material) wish list:

LV:
Key Pouch/Cles (Monogram)
Card holder (Monogram)
Favorite MM (Damier Ebene)
Emilie Wallet (Monogram)
Toiletry 19? 15? (I'm not sure which size would be best for the SpeedyB 30 and the Neverfull MM)

Gucci Soho Disco (color undecided)

Canon T5i

be right back ~~

small but mighty.

Review: Makeup Monsters Liquid Lipstick (Brickhaus, Terracotta and Cornucopia)

I was on a little liquid lipstick hunt and came across Makeup Monsters Cosmetics on Instagram.

{Be warned: picture heavy post}

I purchased Terracotta, Brickhaus and Cornucopia.

Don't mind the nails -- bad first time acrylic experience.

These don't have any scent.  The applicator is the typical doe foot applicator.

The packaging is similar to Jeffree Star and Dose of Colors liquid lipsticks, but different styles.

The formula is very liquidy, but not drying.  It's very comfortable to wear and doesn't bleed or transfer; unless you drink something there will be a little transfer, but the color is still on your lips.

Brickhaus, Terracotta and Cornucopia

I'm wearing Cornucopia right now and it feels nice, it doesn't feel like i've been trapped in the desert.

Cornucopia and Miami Fever

Terrcotta, Brickhaus, Cornucopia (Ofra Miami Fever on the bottom for comparison.) 

Terracotta is my favorite for sure.  It's the best nude color without being pink or corpse like.   I will definitely be purchasing some more from them once I can stop myself from adding more than 10 to my bag.

I'm loving this brand.  The website says they are a small cruelty free and vegan independent brand based in Washington.

Longevity 5/5
Color 5/5 (very opaque)
Smell 5/5
Application 5/5
Formula 4/5 (it's a little liquidy, so in turn could be a little drying)
Reapplication 4/5

Review + Mini Comparison: Louis Vuitton Pochette Accessories NM & Neverfull MM Pochette

I have been in need of a classic, casual and versatile clutch.  One that I can dress up for a wedding and dress down for every day use with jeans and a t-shirt.

Meet my new Pochette Accessories NM:

When my SA brought it out, the strap was already attached.  That meant that the looped part was already set and that it was, for the lack of a better term, "creased".  It's not a big issue for me, but just something to note.

I did a thorough exam of the strap, zipper, lining, piping, brass hardware, the pocket and vachetta* tab on the bag itself.

*I'm not sure if it's actually called vachetta (pronounced va-ketta) or vachet (pronounced va-ket) or whatever it actually is.  Jerusha Couture said she was corrected to the second of the two.

This PNM looks elegant without the strap and really makes a statement without being obnoxious.

Made in France 

The piping.

The pocket is the perfect size for cards, cash or your phone (without a bulky case).  I have been putting my cards and some bandaids there for quick access.

The NFP is a touch bigger than PNM, but it lacks in width.  As you can see in the previous picture, the NFP is very thin.  It can actually hold a lot more than you would think though.

For Comparison sake: The NFP can fit an iPad mini and zip and the PNM can fit the iPad mini, but is unable to zip.

The different interiors.  Monogram comes with the brown, DAzur comes with a beige/tan and DEbene comes with the red.

Bought these two gold chains on eBay.  Shoulder and Cross body straps.

The NFP & PNM straps/clips vs. the eBay chains/clips. 

 The clips are super similar; minus the LV engraving.  Also, the chain part is similar to chains on other LV clutch's (Eva, Favorite...)  I have neither, but I watched NastasiaM53's youtube video comparing the Eva Clutch vs the Pochette Accessories.  In that video she linked an eBay seller (KCraft) that sold the chains she mentioned.  These are BG01 style; 50cm (shoulder) and 125cm (cross body).

You can buy the straps via eBay here and also via Amazon here.

In my opinion, this is an amazing piece to look in to.  Super versatile.  Makeup bag, clutch, cross body, shoulder bag, catchall, bigger wallet (if you need that much space); basically it's an amazing little piece.

Listed online at $500 USD and on Guam for a little bit cheaper, plus NO SALES TAX! (:

Overall, I highly recommend this piece.

xo ~el