Beauty Tuesday: Glittery Makeup

BFFs,

When it comes to sparkly makeup, it’s best to focus on only one area—either eyes or lips. Your BFF will agree that a hint of sparkle goes a long way to illuminate your look without making you appear as if you have some sort of glitter disease. Here are our favorite ways to showcase your commitment to gleam.

Eyes

A thin line of golden bejeweled liner manages to look fresh while adding a sense of occasion. Try Urban Decay’s Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner in Baked.

Lips

A smoky eye paired with a high-gloss glittery lip will take you from cool to Kardashian in minutes. Our favorite gloss these days is MAC Cosmetics Dazzleglass in Baby Sparks.

What are your favorite glittery makeup items? Share them with us in the comments or on Twitter (follow us at @bfftv).

Music Monday: La Roux!

You've been hearing their catchy tune called "Bullet Proof" all over the airwaves but do you know who La Roux really is? The group is composed of 22-year-old Elly Jackson and co-producer/co-songwriter Ben Langmaid. The duo began in London's underground scene and has since landed nominations for the MTV Europe Awards, an MTVu Woodie, and numerous dance music awards.

For more information on La Roux, visit their official website at: LaRouxOnline.

Do you have some ear-worthy choices of your own? Tell us by dropping a line below!

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Friendship Friday!: Forgive!

Hi Friends!

Do you know what today is? ... ... ... it's Global Forgiveness Day! That's right, today's the day where you stop holding that grudge towards your brother (although he may be annoying), your mother (she really is just looking out for the best), and (of course) your Best Friend. We know how hard it may be to get over something, but we also know how hard it is to struggle with the idea of NOT being able to talk to someone you care about. So put that pride aside, talk it out, and forgive! We promise, you'll feel a whole lot better =)

BFF's Summer Reading List: One Day

There is just enough time to squeeze in one last summer read before you're back to burying your nose in class notes and hefty textbooks.  We recommend "One Day", by David Nicholls.  The tale follows two romantically connected BFF's - Emma and Dexter - whose differences are as obvious as their chemistry.  Dexter is an arrogant and boisterous character that is easy to image, as we have all known a guy that is just like that.  Emma, on the other hand, is awkward, unsure, and has encountered her fair share of misfortunes.  They live very separate lives, but their paths cross once every year, beginning with their college graduation in 1988. 

Our favorite part of the book? It takes place in England. You may find yourself slipping into a British accent and interjecting unique jargon into your daily conversations as you make your way through this book. Don't say we didn't warn you! ;)


P.S. This book is currently being made into a movie starring Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess! Trust us, it's always better to read the book before seeing the movie.

A Must Have for Fall!

With Fall fast approaching there's gotta be one thing on your mind - no, not school - your jacket! As females, many of us know that we simply cannot have ONE jacket. That cute red bomber will not be appropriate for a wedding or an interview, therefore, here's our list of the top 5 Must Have jackets each fashionista should own. And trust us, these pieces will never go out of style!

Black Blazer (the boyfriend cut looks AMAZE!)

Raincoat (for those dark, gloomy days)

 

Lightweight Jacket (which will work for transitioning from Summer to Fall)

 

Blue Denim Jacket (denim never dies)

 

Black Leather Jacket (SO THE RAGE RIGHT NOW!)

Not sure where to go to get these fab jackets? Try some of these places: Urban Outfitters, Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister, Forever 21, or H&M!

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Beauty Tuesday!

Hey Biffles!

One of the most exciting things about fall (along with back-to-school clothes shopping!) is cleaning out your summer makeup bag and replacing your minimalistic summer sheers with bold and bright fall shades. Here are some products our Twitter followers can’t wait to wear this Autumn, along with our product suggestions.

@MarieDugo I’m excited for dark lip & nail color!

Our commentary: We are, too! MAC’s new lipstick in Kittenish is a deep berry red you’ll want to try. For nails, try CHANEL Le Vernis in Paradoxical, a hematite-like deep purple.

@morgantouly I think Pure Matte Lipstick (such as NARS) will be the fall must-have.

Our commentary: You’re correct! Matte lips are back in action once again this fall. When rocking a bold, matte lip, it’s important to make sure your lips are thoroughly coated with a slick of balm so that the dry formula doesn’t look cakey on your pout. The NARS Pure Matte Lipsticks are fabulous.

@jmarteca Dark blue eyeliner!

Our commentary: This is one of our faves, as well. It makes the whites of your eyes look vibrant, especially when paired with the deep indigo of Kevyn Aucoin’s The Precision Eye Definer in Dazzle.

What are your favorite makeup items to try for fall?

On our Radar: Stylish School Supplies!

You spend hours assembling back-to-school outfits that are just perfect - they're cool, trendy, fit your personality, and most importantly, fit the school's annoying dress code.  But what about your accessories? No, not your shoes or handbag...your school supplies! Don't waste your money on drab notebooks and boring blue and black pens.  After all, would you wear a sweater that everyone else in the school was wearing? Absolutely not! We love these fun, quirky school supplies from Urban Outfitters:

Use this as inspiration! Now don't let us catch you with a boring black and white marble notebook....



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