Pop. Fizz. Clink.

When it comes to New Years Eve, there is never too much sparkle. I have found my favorite NYE inspiration pictures on Pinterest that could easily be copied for the perfect outfit. Many online stores are having sales, so you can now afford that really expensive express shipping! Tobi.com is one of my favorite go-to online boutiques that is offering 40% off site wide right now.

When it comes to makeup on NYE, I love the traditional smokey eye with a hint of gold on my eyelids. What do I say to false lashes? YES. YES. YES. They are so fun and boost confidence! They are the perfect final touch. I know false lashes tend to be hard to put on, but many how-to videos can be found on youtube that will show you the whole process! NYE is one of the only times that I will wear a red lipstick with a smokey eye. Usually, it is too dramatic and will take away from your amazingly smoked eyes. If red just isn't your color, try a light pink that will match perfectly with the black and gold.

No, of course I didn't leave out hair inspiration!! My NYE hair ideas will always be down, curled and teased, BIG. I love love love when my hair is down and it gives me extra confidence when it isn't flat on my face. Tease it, spray it load it down with Sebastian Dry Hairspray and I promise it will stay! Slip a teasing rat comb in your purse for any extra boost on bathroom breaks! 

Nail time. If you already went with a girlfriend to get your nails done, then you're set and ready to go! If you are still bare, go with a dark color of your choice and add a touch of gold sparkle. 

And always remember, you're never fully dressed without a smile.

If you have any questions about tips and ideas for NYE, please comment below and I will respond!! 

XOXO

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Holiday Giveaway!

Holiday Giveaway 2013

The moment you've all been waiting for… 

The winner of my Instagram giveaway that will be receiving this box of holiday goodies is Angie! 

Thank you to everyone who entered in and don't forget to check out my blog occasionally for more fun things! 

P.S. Angie, please email me at mimosasandmascara@gmail.com to set up delivery! 

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It's here, my 2013 holiday promotional giveaway!!!

I'm so excited about this fabulous giveaway, and I can't wait for one lucky winner to receive this box of goodies in the mail - just in time for NEW YEARS EVE! I am hoping this giveaway will promote my blog and you can inspire my blog post ideas! I hope you love this as much as I do!

Here's the scoop:

-When getting all beautified for this Holiday party season, one should never leave the house without some STATEMENT JEWELRY. Say hello to two perfectly pretty crystal jeweled necklaces to mix or wear together!! That's right, TWO! 

-It's totally okay to overload the jewelry this season, so there are TWO pairs of earrings from Francesca's to do the trick! 

-Who doesn't get excited to use new nail polish? A bright red with a gold glitter top coat is a must this holiday! I mean, come on! So cute!!

-It isn't Christmas time until you illuminate a candle with a holiday scent wandering through your home. And of course, Mimosas and Mascara is giving you Bath and Body Works party collection in Spiced Apple Toddy!

-E.L.F. has become a fave of mine. Put the glitter eyes set in your makeup bag and it will be your total life saver this holiday season. I would NEVER send you out to a party without making sure you were extra sparkly! This three eyeshadow palette comes with primer to make sure these favorite shades keep you all kinds of fancied up throughout your night!

#VSfashionshow

Yes, that's right! The 2013 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show has come and gone; leaving all women envious of their absolutely killer thighs and perfectly sculpted abs. Whether you watched the fashion show and suddenly thought you would get a gym membership, or you had a watching party and stuffed your face with pizza, you were probably in awe just like me! There's so much more that goes into the annual runway spectacular than it appears. From the intense model casting sessions, to the backstage beauty stations and the strict health and fitness routines the models endure, the final runway walk is just a small part of what goes into the set up of the sexiest night of the year. 

I'll share some of my favorite pictures from the night:

As you can tell by my overload of the SnowAngel section, I. WAS. OBSESSED. This section was stunning and breathtaking. I'm really not sure what I love more, the white, the shoes, or the glittery catwalk. 

I also LOVED that they chose Taylor Swift to perform not only once, but TWICE! She was perfect for this fashion show and rocked the runway, too! 

See how they stock their gym bags, here. Find out their beauty secrets from model's go-to beauty expert, Mzia Shiman, here.

And last but not least, the 10 MILLION DOLLAR FANTASY BRA!

VS Angel Candice Swanepoel was chosen to wear this year's Fantasy Bra, created by Mouawad jewelers. The bra and matching belt featured over 4,200 gems, including diamonds, rubies and yellow sapphires set in 18 carat gold. The bra featured a 52-carat ruby drop centerpiece. Yes, a fifty-freaking-two carat ruby! Now, all I need to do is marry a trust fund baby who can afford my dream 3-carat diamond wedding ring.

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VS Angel's Beauty Secrets

Mzia Shiman, the model's go-to beauty expert, has shared her top skincare secrets behind the model's flawless complexions! 

1. Facial

Mzia Shiman says that a facial customized to your skin type is must! You should get your facial at least one week before your event to truly see all the benefits.

I go to Facelogic. It is a membership-based facial clinic, where an aesthetician will perform a facial monthly! One session of a signature facial will include a cleanse, steam mask, exfoliation, extraction and relaxation massage. I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE my facials! Since, I am still in school, I can no longer get them monthly, but really look forward to my facials when I can go. I feel as though facials should not be done only before events. They should be done regularly to look out and prevent any damage to the skin, to clear the pores and for ultimate relaxation and pampering. 

2. At Home Regiment

Mzia champions the use of the KeSARI clay mask, especially in the winter. She loves Decleor's Hydra Floral moisturizing team, which she says works well for everyone as it's light and super hydrating. 

I will mask my face at least twice a week. This is my "me" time. It is at least ten minutes of my day where I just put on a mask, light a candle, lay back and enjoy the quiet ten minutes of my busy life. They do wonders for my skin. I will use any mask from a clay mask, de-stress mask, or a pore-cleansing mask. I use all brands from Mary Kay to small packets that can be found at Walmart or Ulta. And as I've said this before, it is extremely important to keep your skin moisturized. No, I don't use a fancy or expensive product. I use St. Ives, and it has done the trick. This larger sized container costs around $5 at Walmart and I apply it daily before I apply makeup. This will not only benefit short-term, but also it prevents wrinkles!!

3. Exfoliation

Leading up to your big event, Mzia says to exfoliate! Exfoliation removes dead skin cells, leaving your skin radiant and smooth. It also promotes new skin cell growth. Mzia loves to exfoliate with a gentle scrub an then use a pore refining mask, like the KeSari Indian Clay Masque. 

I too exfoliate at least 2-3 a week. Again, I don't find it necessary to use a fancy or expensive product. Olay has plenty of different types of exfoliating products that will get the job done. Olay also has a variety you can choose from, depending on your skin type. I also will use my Olay spin brush that is similar to the technology of a Clarisonic, but saved me more money! This gives me a boost to my exfoliating scrub and gives a deep-clean feel!

4. Hydration and Cleanse

Mzia believes in drinking extra water prior to your big event and that you are cleansing your face avidly. Hydrate from the inside out. She is partial to Smart Water, but obviously any water will keep you hydrated and your skin feeling and looking its best. 

I would love to lie to you all and say I never go to sleep with my makeup on. But it is super important to not put aside cleansing your face before going to bed at all, any day. I really wish I could always abide by this unspoken rule, but sometimes I feel too lazy to completely wash my face before I hit my soft sinking bed. But I do put a small glass of water on my bedside table, so that must count for something. 

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Stock Your Gym Bag Like a VS Angel

In order to have that dream body, we of course have to follow fitness guru's health guidelines for perfect workouts and diet plans. But here, I can at least show you what are considered VS models gym bag essentials. A well packed bag is key to ensuring an effective, hassle-free workout. Here's the model's workout necessities, including their music playlists, and post-workout munchies.

Starting with my favorite model, Alessandra Ambrosio. In her bag, she carries toe socks for Pilates, sunblock and a hat, in case she wants to workout outdoors. She also packs plenty of water in order to stay hydrated, and a good lip balm. During her workout, she listens to rock, such as the Arctic Monkeys and Arcade Fire. She said that her good friend is a DJ and has a great playlist on Soundcloud. She will go there and download the latest playlist- usually a two-hour mix of electronic and Lana Del Ray. Post-Workout she will eat nuts or fresh fruit. She loves coconut water and fresh green juices with cucumber, ginger, lime and lemon for something refreshing. 

Lily Aldridge always carries a set of 1 lb. weights for her Ballet Beautiful workout. She always has her VS Sport Incredible Bra packed and ready to go, too! She listens to Queens of the Stone-Age, Kings of Leon and Arcade Fire to get her through her workout. She eats Larabars after workout to stay fueled.

You will find a good makeup remover, a water bottle and a Victoria's Secret Angel Sports Bra in Lindsay Ellison's exercise bag. She will play Drake and all kinds of Hip-Hop during her workout. After, she will dig trail mix out of her bag and add cacao nibs to the mix. 

Buy a small bag that you can pack up and take anywhere, whether it is for an after work exercise, lunch time stretch or a morning pre-shower sweat. If you have a packed bag, ready to go by the door, it will give you increase motivation to step outside that front door and get your fitness on! 

Print out all the pictures from my #VSfashionshow post, and use them as gymspiration! 

It's My Party

And I'll drink if I want to. Yesterday was my 21st birthday! Of course I popped a little bubbly before my legal day, but if you're reading my blog I'll assume you're like me and did the same. But being 21 legally is a little different than sneakily stashing your fake in your purse and praying you didn't lose it the morning after. 

This is a day I had been looking forward to as long as I can remember. Twenty-one is not only a feeling of freedom, but a slight feeling of bittersweet adulthood. 

Top of mind all day was what drink was going to be my first legal one. We did dinner at the Funky Door, a wine bar and fondue restaurant with fiesta cheese fondue to die for. Of course I had a couple glasses of Moscato, but those were still not my first legal drinks. After dinner, I was in the mood to celebrate at Louie Louie's Piano Bar - which was probably the best choice I had made yet. It was extremely entertaining and a rather crazy evening. My first drinks I ordered were called Starf*@!r$. They were a mixed drink of God knows what that tasted just like a starburst. Sweet and alcohol free, or so I felt. Three hours later, they sure caught up to me. I had a fabulous time with friends and family and am so blessed for such amazing people in my life. 

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