New From Ebay...Accessories

I've been doing a lot of Ebay shopping lately! These are a few of my latest gets... Nothing in this haul was over $3, including shipping from China.  So, I guess my Ebay habit hasn't gotten too out of hand just yet!

(Picture from Ebay)

 I got these adorable little cat face stockings that I've seen featured in Asian magazines like Vivi and Popteen.

I've been on the lookout for a certain leather rabbit ear headband with studs that I've also seen in Japanese mags... I didn't find the headband on Ebay yet, but I decided to get this cute little polka dot rabbit-ear scrunchy, since I usually wear my hair in a ponytail anyway.

This chiffon nude-pink cat print scarf is perfect for the spring! I love the print.

Finally, I got this silver spiked headband. I've seen so many beautiful fashion bloggers wearing these, so I wanted to join in! There are so many variations of the spike headband out there.  I was concerned that the ones with fewer spikes might look a little like horns, so I went for this one with small all-over spikes. Sadly, on me, I think it looks a little more "Statue of Liberty" than it does edgy fashion blogger! But I will probably wear it here and there anyway.  

What trendy items have you found for less on Ebay lately?   

Global Beauty- Seventeen Magazine

I accidentally subscribed to Seventeen Magazine while I was entering a contest on the Cosmopolitan Magazine website.  (Be really careful where you click on any Hearst Magazine site, they try to trick you into subscribing!)  My boyfriend was so very kind as to remind me that I was waaaay too old for Seventeen and had no business reading it, but since the cost for a one year subscription was only $5, I decided to just keep it rather than go to the trouble of unsubscribing.  It has been ages since I read Seventeen.  Even though it is not very beauty or fashion heavy, I found it to be a light and fun read.

One article in particular stood out in the February 2013 edition, and I'd like to share it with you.  It showcases beauty gurus' takes on popular makeup trends from around the world.   

The thing that I have enjoyed the most since venturing into the blogosphere, is seeing the fashion and makeup trends from every corner of the planet.  I love checking my dashboard and learning what is hot, and where.  I've noticed that British girls love red lipstick as much as they love tea, I've developed an addiction to Japanese fashion magazines, I've checked out photos of Indonesian fashion week, and Indian Bridal runway shows.  I love how much my perspective has been broadened and deepened.  And I adore the glimpses my fellow bloggers allow me into their lives, and into their unique experiences and preferences.  That's why I felt this Seventeen article was so on time!  Hope you like it.

So what is your favorite makeup trend these days?  Is there any international trend you have picked up on or adopted while blogging?

Look of the Evening

Sister's B-day by artaslife featuring hollister co.

This is the outfit I wore to celebrate my sister's birthday at a house party with friends. I wore the T-shirt tucked into the skater skirt.  I absolutely LOVE my Forever 21 studded oxfords, and I got lots of compliments on them. 

Fall Style: Colored Jeans

jade jeans by artaslife featuring forever 21

I'm loving this look... A pretty white blouse with jade green skinny jeans, studded oxfords, and a Chanel bag.