BFTE Cosmetics I Believe..... Collections

PR Sample

Kimberly was kind enough to send me a few samples from BOTH of her Christmas collections! I was so excited to try them out because I've been nothing but impressed with the BFTE shadows that I've purchased. I'm going to show you swatches of the shadows that she sent me and I can't wait!!

Kimberly is doing something really neat for those who are trying to watch their holiday spending (or are just plain on a budget) You can purchase the full size collections or she has them in sample sizes as well! I absolutely LOVE that she is doing that! I will link both full size and sample at the end of the post!

Up first from the I Believe.....In Santa collection ;;

I Believe 

This shadow is described as "A shimmery gold shadow with flashes of white; like a hot, white gold" 

I do agree with the description! This shadow is very light and while I couldn't build it up to the opacity of the swatch on the website (then again I didn't try) I wanted to savor it in all it's beauty how you see it. This shadow is very light, but it can be built up as well as you could use it for highlighting your inner corner or if you're feeling brave...under your brow!

Jolly Old Elf

This shadow is described as A sleigh-load of silver and multi-color micro sparkles within a dark silver base.

This shadow made me think of a charcoal silver. I will warn you, when she says there is a "sleigh-load" of micro sparkles she means it! This is one of those shadows that you would be better using something under your eyes when you apply it because the glitter will go EVERYWHERE. It's probably best not to wear what you're planning to go out in because you will be covered in shimmer! Not that there is anything wrong with it! This shadow is seriously so gorgeous!

From the I Believe.....In Reindeer collection;;

8 Tiny Reindeer 

This shadow is described as a matte brown

 I can tell you that, that description is 100% true. I have a soft spot in my heart for matte browns and this one just takes the whole cake! This makes me think of milk chocolate or well a reindeer's coat of fur. It's just a stunning shadow! I can see me getting quite a lot of use out of this!

Diamond 

There really isn't a description of diamond but I will tell you that it is a STUNNING shimmery white shadow. It's a definitely must have!

All of the shadows with the exception of 8 Tiny Reindeer are chock full of sparkles so I would definitely keep an eye out for the sparkle fall out! Other than that each of the shadows apply smoothly and like butta. I had no problems swatching or blending the shadows on out my arms. Unfortunately I haven't put together a look for you quite yet but when I do I shall post it! 

There is an extra little treat though that Kimberly is giving away! Those who order the full-size “Santa” set will receive Coal in their order, and those who order the full-size “Reindeer” set will receive Diamonds in their order. 

Now I don't have coal to show you but you can see it on Painted Ladies as well as she has swatches of both collections. Santa / Reindeer

I Believe In Santa - Full Sized $22 / Sample $10

I Believe In Reindeer - Full Sized $22 / Sample $10

Products were provided for free. All opinions are my own

BFTE Cosmetics Pumpkin Everything! Collection

Hello everyone! I hope you all are doing well! Now before I get too much farther into this post, I do want to say that this collection is unfortunately NOT available anymore, but Kim does currently have TWO Halloween collections that I think you should check out. Amityville House & The Shining


The Pumpkin Everything! collection retailed for $25 and was a complete steal for all 4 eye shadows! These are/were my first eye shadows ever from BFTE Cosmetics and you know because I love anything Pumpkin (seriously it's a weird obsession of mine) and because you know the whole Autumn/Fall dealio..needless to say I HAD to have it! I also had this amazing idea to put the shadows in holes of a pumpkin...well my not so steady hand kind of butchered the holes and I think that it looks really bad D: Booo

Swatches will be at the end of the post

Pumpkin EVERYTHING! is a sparkly orange color.

I do have to say that this has to be the perfect sparkly orange for this collection. I love wearing this on it's own with a primer as well as foiled. The color reminds me of the inside of a pumpkin instead of the intense orange that is on the outside.


Pumpkin Patch - Dusty lime green with lime glitter

When thinking of anything related to pumpkins, I usually think darker greens and well, darker-ish colors. Honestly though I love with light/lime green better than a darker green! I feel that it fits in with the entire collection as a whole better!

Pumpkin Glow -  Pinky/Peach

This shadow does tend to lean more on the pinky side of the peachy/pink. This also does have an iridescent tendency look to it. It's pretty sheer, but it's extremely gorgeous none the less!

Pumpkin Spice - Russet colored with gold and copper sparkles

This is the PERFECT color to finish this collection out! Obviously it's gorgeous in the crease, but this shadow stands out on the lid as well. I love that this is a reddish-brown color that has gorgeous sparkles and sometimes can look like it has a little maroon in it. I really do this this color!

In a whole, I think this collection is gorgeous and I've LOVED using all of the individual shades. The shadows really compliment each other nicely! I have no issues with these creasing on me or fading during the day, they are buttery smooth and blend very well. If all BFTE shadows are like this, then I need them all!

L-R; Pumpkin Spice - Pumpkin EVERYTHING! - Pumpkin Patch - Pumpkin Glow

Here I've swatched the shadows over Too Faced Shadow Insurance.

Here are the shadows foiled using Graftobian Magic Set Mixing & Lining Liquid*.

I wanted to show the shadows regular over primer as well as foiled without the use of primer. Just look at those beauties!


I purchased the above mentioned eye shadows with my own money. The Graftobian Magic Set was provided for free

September Favorites!

Hello Hello! Welcome to my September favorites!

This post is a link-up with the Beauty Bloggers of Central Florida! I love doing link-ups with the ladies!

First up we have BFTE Cosmetics Pumpkin EVERYTHING! collection

I have been completely obsessed with all 4 colors from this collection, so I HAD to add it! I know you all are probably tired of hearing about it and I promise my review is coming soon! Unfortunately though you can't buy it anymore because it was Limited Edition. I'm sorry!

Product numero dos is Graftobian Magic Set Mixing & Lining Liquid*

I got this last year at The Makeup Show Orlando and though I had rarely used it, I've been using it loads with the above eye shadows as well as I used it to moisten my cruddy eyeliner that dried up on me. It's an awesome product!

Next up is Too Faced Shadow Insurance

Now, I was all against buying this for no particular reason other than it being expensive. I ALMOST returned it, but I'm in love with the product! It really is fantastic! Dare I say I like it better than UDPP?!

Lastly is my Givenchy Nior Couture  4-in-1 Mascara in Black Satin

Now, I know you're thinking "you were just complaining about TFSI, and you have a Givenchy mascara?!?!" Well my dears, it was a sample that I got from Sephora ages ago and have been avoiding using it because it's 1) expensive for the full sized ($32) 2)it's super luxe. This mascara though it is amazing! I would definitely shell out the $32...kinda I would probably wind up regretting it after I bought it, because this mascara is amazing. I'll do a review on it as well!

Okay, I have ONE non-makeup product. I have been absolutely obsessed with Hi-Chews.

Seriously, where have these been all of my life?! I need more!

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The Graftobian Magic Set was provided free from The Makeup Show

Eye Of The Day 09-19-2014

Hello everyone! I hope you are all doing well!! This look is from a few days ago...okay like 5 days ago. I do have some reviews up and I will be having a full review of this entire collection coming up within the next few days, I just need to get some other reviews up and out first.

If you can't tell I have been absolutely obsessed with BFTE's Pumpkin EVERYTHING! collection. Unfortunately you can't purchase it anymore because it was a LE collection. The colors for me just embody everything that has to do with Fall. I'm going to stop gushing and leave it all for the review!

For this look I wanted to use all four shadows, so I did. >D

Products Used::

▪Too Faced Shadow Insurance
▪BFTE Cosmetics -

▫Pumpkin Everything

▫Pumpkin EVERYTHING!

▫Pumpkin Patch
▫Pumpkin Glow

▪Urban Decay 24/7 Liner - Demolition

▪Givenchy Nior Couture 4-in-1 Mascara

▪L'Oreal Lacquer Liner - Dark Slate

I know, 4 pictures for one eye look?! Ridiculous, but I just love how it turned out. Part of me is glad that I used the Dark Slate eyeliner instead of a regular black, I feel like it does something special for the entire look! 

Also, my friend Melissa has made the switch from traditional blogging to being a YouTuber, check her channel out HERE!

The Beauty Buffs : Fall Themed

I know, I've not done a Beauty Buffs post in quite a while, to be completely honest with you, I am greatly surprised that I've not been kicked out of the group. I tried to do the last post, but EVER-SINGLE-LOOK I did came out in a total fail and I just gave up.

All of that aside, I am extremely behind on posts, so please bear with me while I attempt to catch up! D:

Now, This weeks theme is Fall Themed...you just know that I had to do something. Fall is my season..get it Autumn...Fall... *nods* yeahhh. Tis all mine! >D Kidding kidding. I seriously do love fall, hello my Wedding..Fall Themed...My wedding Dress...Kind of fall themed. The season itself just makes me happier. SO, I decided to do an eye look using two of BFTE (Beauty From The Earth) Cosmetics Pumpkin EVERYTHING! Collection.

Too Faced Shadow Insurance
BFTE Pumpkin EVERYTHING! (lid)
Pumpkin Spice (Crease/outer corner)
Chocolate (outer corner)
Maybelline Eyestudio Eyeliner - Black

So, I'm going to admit right here, I completely forgot mascara. I'm probably the only person who forgets to put their mascara more than they'd care to admit when doing their makeup. I know the pictures are a little out of focus, and the eyeliner is kind of skippy and not perfect. D: Can you tell that I'm not used to taking pictures!

I'm going to apologize right now for not having a full face shot. I changed my hair color drastically and I did not like a single full-faced picture that I took. Booo.
I'll have a full review of BFTE's Pumpkin EVERYTHING! Collection up on the blog soon, so you all can see what all of the shadows look like! I'm very excited for them!

Don't forget to check out the other ladies posts down below! Have a fantastic day! xx

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