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BAH!

An Australian Gossip mag is reporting that Kristen Stewart is pregnant and R-Patz is the baby daddy! I don't believe it.... but is it sick that I sort of wish it were true???

On another note Brit Brit is engaged? We'll have to investigate further...

xo

Don't Wear this Tomorrow

Speaking of Rihanna....God love this girl, but yikes!

Rhianna stepping out in Las Vegas (with Jay-Z I might add...)showing off her 4th of July spirit with sparkly star pasties...

Wear This Tomorrow

So obviously none of us have these exact pieces in our wardrobe, and this exact look might not be easy to pull off for those of us who aren't international pop stars...but I absolutely LOVE Rhianna's outfit here. So much so that I am going to attempt to put together a similar look tomorrow.

What I like most about this outfit is the light pink and pearl gray color combination. As I was admiring this picture in a magazine I realized that I have an awesome pair of gray skinny jeans and a loose, draping light pink top that might create a comparable look.

I love getting inspiration from celebs and people on the street. So excited to see if my outfit will turn out tomorrow morning!

What do you have in your closet that will let you assemble something similar?

xo
Sh-Erin

In my Make-Up Bag

A girlfriend asked me today what mascara I used. I told her to check out my blog and she would know ;p haha!

Here's a list of the beauty products I use in my current daily routine:

Eye Paint: MAC eye paint in 'Bare Study'. I use this shimmery pink as a base for eye shadow and also as a brow highlighter. Using a paint under your eye shadow helps your makeup last all day.

Eye Shadow: The color that I use everyday is MAC eyeshadow in 'Saddle' it a medium matte brown that I find really brings out the blue in my eyes. For a darker shade to use in the crease I use 'Embark' also by MAC.

Eye liner: I use MAC 'Fluidline' in 'Blacktrack', this is applied with an angled brush.

Mascara: My all time favorite mascara in Lancome 'Hypnose' in 'Deep Black'

Foundation: I'm pretty much a MAC girl through and through. Right now I use MAC 'Studio Fix Fluid' with SPF 15.

Blush: My favorite blush is by NARS. It's called 'Orgasm'

Bronzer: My bronzer is also by NARS, called 'Casino'. I absolutely love these NARS products. You barely need to touch your brush to the color as the powder is so fine. I have had both my bronzer and blush at least since Christmas time and haven't even put a dent in the color.

xo
Sh-Erin

Ummmm

I'm sorry have you seen this???? Am I the only one who thinks that Burger King's marketing guy needs to get canned?

Eclipse!

The official date that the gorgeousness that is Robert Pattinson will be back in Vancouver to film 'Eclipse' is August 17th !

Eeeeeeeeee!!!!! I HAVE to get myself onto that set this time... I'll be out of school and therefore able to devote my full attention to full time stalking activities...Who's with me???

There has been ALOT of chatter about Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart since they were last here filming 'New Moon'. She's in LA filming 'The Runaways' in which she portrays Joan Jett. Pattinson is in New York filming 'Remember Me' with Emilie de Ravin.

There has been speculation that Rob and Emilie are getting very friendly on the set of 'Remember Me' and also a lot being said about a possible break up between Kristen Stewart and her longtime boyfriend Michael Angarano.

I don't know what to think, I only know what I hope: That Rob and Kristen hook up already!!!

xo

H&M

Is it just me, or does H&M have some really cute stuff right now?

I used to be a total anti-H&M snob. I still sort of am... but I'm coming to terms with the fact that it's not always feasible or necessary to shop at Holt Renfrew. I recently bought 3 shirts and a belt for probably under $100, all of which I totally LOVE.

(Pictured are two of the shirts and the belt. I love animal print anytime, anywhere, any season,LOVE...IT... Orange is a really big color this summer and also one of my favorites! The belt is thin, tan leather with gold/brass studding-a major trend right now)

Some tips for H&M shoppers:

1)Only go if you have the time to spare. The store is so packed that you really need time to go through everything and find the good stuff.

2)Since H&M is cheap, by OUTFITS, not just pieces. Take in shoes, belts, shirts, bottoms, etc. There is nothing better than leaving the store with a complete look.

3) Be prepared to wait. Depending on the location and time of day, there is often long lines for the change rooms.

4) Bring your sizes with you. The staff at H&M are usually quite busy and sometimes take a really long time to get you another size. I usually take 2 sizes with me in most pieces to save myself the inconvenience of asking them.

And best of all it's guilt free so happy shopping!

xo
Erin

Who called it?

Multiple sources are reporting that Miley Cyrus and Nick Jonas are indeed back together. I'd just like to say that I called this like a week ago (it pays to creep on people's twitter).

Apparently Miley and Nick performed together at a Jonas Brothers concert last night in Texas and sang the song 'Before the Storm'. She was in white, he was playing the guitar, it was all very dreamy..*sigh* young love!

(The picture above shows Miley and Nick out for lunch - as 'friends' of course- before her and man-candy Justin Gaston broke up)

Your Welcome

The deliciousness that is Ryan Reynolds on this weeks cover of Entertainment weekly.

The "Simple" Life....

Wish my life was that "simple"!!!!

Well, if you hated her before, I give you new reason to hate Paris Hilton (who I actually don't hate...I'm just super jealous). Check out her closet, and be prepared to drool. I cried a little.

http://www.parishiltononline.net/take-a-peek-at-paris-hiltons-3-closets/

(you might just have to copy and paste the link...not sure why it's not linking it directly, I hate computers...)

xo
Erin

P.S. I still can't figure out how to post a video link. I went to the 'Add Video' icon and the 'Post a Link' icon, but neither of them worked when i viewed the blog. Can anyone help me out with this?

Make Ups and Break Ups

For those of you who care -don't ask me why I seem to-it's being widely speculated that Miley Cyrus and her much older boy-toy Justin Gaston have called it quits!

I'm betting she's back with Nick Jonas by July. The other day she tweeted that she was with him "writing" (she used the quotation marks around writing, not me). I feel a Miley media storm coming on....poor girl.

In other celebrity breakups, Paris Hilton and Doug Reinhardt (that douchy guy from the hills) have apparently called it quits as well. Lainey Gossip tweeted that she is now after Robert Pattinson.

-over my dead body Paris-

Not everyone is breaking up though, it's seems as if Lindsay Lohan's rocky romance with Samantha Ronson is back on. She followed Samantha from gig to gig all over London and Perez Hilton reported that she spent the night at Samantha's house on Tuesday. There is even speculation about an engagement...

Really? This girl won't even admit she's a lesbian, I don't get it!

Anywho, my internet has been CRAP lately! I have a few posts I have been dying to write but the internet kicks me off every two minutes and I just don't have the patience for it! Sorry for the delays!

xo

Best Mascara EVER!

Hmmm....does anybody else notice that I seem to talk about eyelashes a lot? I think it's every girls dream to have long, luscious, full eyelashes and I'm no different.

I think my obsession with eyelashes and finding the perfect mascara began in high school. My best friend had THE longest lashes, they literally touched her eyebrows and I always thought it was so pretty.

I've tried many, many mascaras over the years and I definitely have a couple of favorites. I've included a couple different price points because everyone deserves great lashes!

1) L'Oreal 'Lash Out' mascara. Ok so I don't know remember exactly how much this costs (I can't find it on Google and I'm waaay too lazy to drive to the drugstore) but you can buy it at the drug store for under $15. It's in sort of an ugly gold tube but it really lengthens and seperates lashes well. Great buy for those on a beauty budget!

2) Benefit 'BADgal' lash mascara. This one retails for around $19 plus tax. At first I wasn't sure about this one because it has a much bigger wand tip than I'm used to using, but it goes on super glossy and gives you really full long lashes

3) Lancome 'Hyponse' mascara. Of course the most expensive one is my all time favorite! This one goes for around $30 plus tax so it's not cheap but in my professional opinion it's worth every penny. It goes on super silky and without clumping and makes your eyes look huge. I've even been asked if I'm wearing fake lashes with this mascara, so it definitely works!

xoxo

Erin

A girls favorite thing

Soooooo....I bought new shoes. They are Michael Kors beige patent round toe pumps (from Browns if you are wondering) and they are fabulous!

One of the reasons a beige pump is so perfect for summer is because when your legs are tanned, the beige shoe blends in creating a monochromatic effect giving the illusion of longer, leaner legs. Plus, beige is such a chic neutral and goes really well with one of my favorite summer color combinations: white and coral.

xo
Sh-Erin

Twi-Hards...

For those of you who aren't sick of my Twilight rantings yet (what is wrong with me?!?!?) - the official trailer for New Moon is out!

I've never posted a YouTube link before but here goes:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSFMmkMfQ5Q

eeeeeeeep! I <3 sparkly boys...

xo

Shiny Things Distract Me...

I'm really liking 'Pyrrha Contemporary Jewelry Designs' by local Vancouver artists Wade Papin and Danielle Wilmore. I recently bought the necklace at right for a gift and liked it so much I've decided it's next on my list of things to 'get' (strange, that list just keeps getting longer...)

This necklace is called 'Wings of Friendship' and it is inscribed 'May the (wings) of friendship never lose a (feather)'. Each necklace has a similar look- like an old fashioned wax seal- but with different images and meanings. They are available in silver, 14 karat gold and 14 karat rose gold (my absolute favorite!)

My favorites are the 'Mini Cherub' with the inscription 'My hope remains even in the storm' in French (which my computer would not upload...technical difficulties) and the 'Birth of Venus'.

Many celebrities, such as Taylor Swift, Reese Witherspoon and Halle Berry, have been seen sporting this line. To view their wide array of necklaces, rings and bracelets and to find local retailers check out their website:

http://www.pyrrha.com/pyrrha.html

xo
Sh-Erin

Lashes Galor!

I am LOVING MAC 'half lashes' right now!
I've been doing fake lashes forever but sometimes wonder if I look like this pic! My friend Nicole has been wearing 'half lashes' for a couple of years and I finally tried them out the other day.
Half lashes, are just what the name implies, they look like someone cut a strip of fake eyelashes in half except they wing out and are slightly longer towards the outer corner of your eye.
What is so great about them is that they are much more natural looking and feeling. They give just the right amount of sexiness and drama but are subtle enough that you could wear them everyday. And they don't have that same heavy feeling as regular fake lashes.
I find them much easier to put on myself then regular false eyelashes but if you've never done it yourself before, the girls at MAC will apply them for you free of charge!
In conclusion, there's nothing like a long flirty lash to make you feel extra playful! Try them for a little extra bounce in your step on your next girls night out!

Xo
Erin

Attention Shoppers

Word on the street is that there will be a SAMPLE SALE next week from June 17th to June 20th.

The address is 1456 Pender Street East.

Stock includes Seafolly, Pleasure State, Block, Seduce, Metallicus and more. This is a great place to start your summer shopping at a reduced price!

Happy Shopping!

xoxo

Sh-Erin!

Anatomy of a Spray Tan

I love to be tanned, the darker the better. Unfortunately my genetic predisposition (can we say 'ginger'?) doesn't allow me to achieve the results I desire through conventional tanning. And who wants wrinkles and cancer anyways? My solution: the Spray Tan!

Many people have asked my advice about the procedure and so I thought I'd outline the process step by step.

1) Do your research! Ask someone you know (i.e. me) who has been before where they would recommend. I have definitely visited a few places that I would not go back. You want to feel confident going in that you will be happy with the results.
2) People always ask: how many days before my event should I get it done? The biggest mistake I think people make is getting it done too far in advance. Personally I would get it done no more than 2 days before your event. The effects don't last that long if you are showering and working out like normal so waiting 4 or 5 days is pushing it.
3) Before you go make sure you wash and exfoliate your whole body. Dry, dead skin will result in an uneven tan. Don't put on any lotion, deodorant or perfume after your shower as these products may act as a barrier and prevent the product from absorbing into your skin.
4) Wear dark, baggy clothes to your appointment. You don't want to wear anything tight or constricting because it could rub off the tanner before it has a chance to soak in.
5) Yes, someone will see you naked. Trust me, they have seen it all and then some, so get over it! That said, feel free to wear whatever you feel comfortable in, but keep in mind that the spray solution will get on it. It generally washes out of most fabrics but better be safe than sorry.
6) Don't freak out! At first you will think you look really really dark! Whatever you do, just wait until the next morning before you do anything! At this time, hop in the shower but don't scrub or use harsh soaps. You will see color coming off in the shower, this is normal! I usually wash my face with my regular cleanser because I don't like it as dark, but just rinse the rest of my body.
7) If you want your tan to last, buy a 'tan extender' available at your tanning salon.

So there it is ladies! Happy Tanning!

xoxo

p.s. by the way, those are totally my abs in the pic...jealous?

Ahhhh...this is the life!

Here it is, my best beauty advice for those on a budget: befriend someone in the industry! Today I had a manicure and a pedicure and all it cost me was my gas to get there! For those of you who don't know, my mother is an esthetician and so going to my parents for dinner usually involves benefits beyond laundry service and home cooked meals.

Besides making you all extremely jealous, I'm writing to report what I think will be the new trend in nail color this summer. Everyone remembers how black nails were SO big 2 years ago? ( I still LOVE the look of black nails btw). These last couple of months however, I have been noticing many celebs rocking white nail polish (Natasha Bedingfield is pictured) I decided to try it out today and absolutely loved the results.

Just a word to the wise: Do not try this at home! If you are going to go for this look I think it would be best to get it professionally done. The white really emphasizes the shape and condition of your nails, so a professional file and cuticle care is necessary to achieve a sophisticated look.

If you really want to attempt the look yourself make sure you use a good quality nail polish (try OPI 'Alpine Snow') and make sure it is new. Nail polish that has been under your sink for 3 years won't do the trick as old polish tends to get thick and goopy and will make a smooth, glossy finish difficult to achieve.

xoxo SH-Erin Rose

Summer Wish List 2009

Well we've had our first couple days of semi decent weather and this small taste of days to come has me dreaming of warm summer days and white linen ( you will notice, I have a thing for linen).

Summer is probably my favorite season as far as fashion goes. Although I am not particularly fond of short shorts or crop tops, I think that summer is the season which really allows one to dress outside the box and ditch the 'uniform' I know I tend to wear during the colder months (i.e. jeans, boots and lots of black) for ultra feminine dresses and skirts.

Here is my Wish List for Summer 2009

1. Marc Jacobs Aviators - every girl needs a pair of aviators, and they definitely don't need to be designer. They give off that "I'm a cool chick" vibe, and if you have a heart shaped face, these are the best frames for you.

2. Gladiator flats- these are still in style this summer. I love gladiators because you can wear them with a dressier outfit but remain comfortable. There is a really cute pair by Michael Kors at Browns that I'm eying.

3. The Maxi Dress- my all time favorite. It's an outfit all in itself! I already bought one really amazing dress by Splendid at Blubird (on Alberni Street) but I think this will be my 'uniform' for summer, so I may need a few more!

4. Floral - Floral is HUGE this season and I am on the hunt for the perfect floral gauzy summer top or dress, probably in peaches or pinks.

5. A six-pack- when I figure out exactly where and how to get this I will let you know!

xoxo Erin

Star Sightings!

Well I went shopping today in hopes of inspiring a fashion related blog however, while I did purchase a few things, the coolest part about my day was meeting Selena Gomez.

For those of you who don't know Selena Gomez is a Disney channel star, much like Miley Cyrus. I passed her as I was leaving Pacific Center and at first I didn't know what to do. So I turned around and started following her! Like a crazy person! After a few paces I thought, "Erin, you either have to say hi or stop following her, because this is creepy...even for you!"

So I sped up and started walking beside her..that's normal right? She turned to look at me and I smiled my biggest smile and said, ' Hi'.
SG: Hi
Me: Are you Selena Gomez?
SG: Ya
Me: Hi I'm Erin !!!!( extends hand for handshake)
SG: Nice to meet you
Me: Nice to meet you!!!! (Ginning like an idiot) Ummm...I have my camera. Would it be ok if I got a picture?
SG: Of Course
(I fumble and fumble trying to find my camera in the bottomless depths of my bag)
SG: Momma, could you? (asking her mom to take a picture...we pose)
Me: sooo how is filming going?
SG: really really good
Me: Do you like Vancouver
SG: Oh ya, I love Vancouver
Me: Well welcome to our city...have a good day (still grinning like an idiot)

Haha...I am a huge dork. Anyways, Selena was probably the sweetest person you could possibly be to some nutty 20-something approaching you in the mall for a picture. She is also very very little and YOUNG. It's funny when you see these girls in magazines you think of them as being sophisticated, trendy Hollywood starlets, but really she was so normal looking (beautiful, but just normally dressed, not decked out in Louis Vuitton, etc.) Anyways...next on the docket R-Patz...it will happen.

xoxo

Robert Pattinson

For those of you who don't know already, Robert Pattinson celebrated his birthday last night at Glowbal right here in Vancity! Is it too much for a girl to ask to just accidently run into him? I could be his calm in the middle of the storm *sigh*....Just putting it out there.

xo

Louis the Second

So here it is, the latest addition to my collection: the Speedy 35 Damier Azur Canvas.

Addiction is a word that describes a psychological dependence. Everyone seems to have their own personal addictions, whether it be smoking, sex or chocolate. As for me, purses have always been my vice. And although I love all purses, I especially love expensive purses.

Right now my drug of choice is Louis Vuitton. Even though I have to save for months to buy one, there is something so luxurious and classic about a Louis Vuitton bag that I just can't resist. In the fall I bought my first Louis ( the monogram canvas Neverfull GM), and it is my pride and joy!

For the summer I thought the Damier Azur Canvas would be appropriate. It looks like the kind of bag you would carry while strolling the boardwalk in the South of France, white linen pants fluttering in the warm ocean breeze. Ce n'est pas beau ca? Anyways, this will be my last big purchase for awhile, so I thought I'd document it!

xoxo

Yes, I am a Twi-Hard

I just have to say it.... Robert Pattinson is now in Vancouver...I love Twilight...that is all.

Good night

xo

Treating Myself

It's amazing how a good hair day can make you feel like the hottest thing in the room and a bad hair day can leave you absolutely miserable. Perfectionist that I am, these bad hair days hit me particularly hard and completely zap my otherwise sunny disposition.

As a preemptive measure, I have an entire arsenal of hair products taking up shelf space in our already crowded bathroom. My favorite brands are Kerastase and Shu Uemura. They are don't come cheap (products retail between $30 and $50 Canadian) but the are WORTH it!

I also try to treat myself to regular deep conditioning treatments (just went yesterday!) My hair dresser turned me on to Kerastase treatments. There are a few different treatments available but I'm fond of the one which increase the strength of your hair by 50%. This procedure really helps tame fly-aways and restores shine and I notice an obvious difference in the feel and texture of my hair. Any salon which carries the brand should be able to give you more information.

Here's to good hair days for all!

xo

Holla!

Welcome to Patiently Awaiting Fabulousness!

Basically I will be using this page to talk about some of my favorite things: clothing, fashion, shoes, accessories, make-up and hair products. Of course there will be the occasional blurb about celebrity gossip because I just can't help myself.

I can clearly remember the point in my life when fashion became the center of my world. I was 9 years old and had just watched the movie 'Clueless' ( as if, right?). I was in awe. The very next day I dragged my mom to the mall to purchase my own pair of shiny black patent Mary Janes and knee high socks. I've been hooked ever since.

Hopefully you enjoy!

xoxo
Erin

Salutations!