Joining the Julep Maven

by thedemuremuse on April 11, 2012

Just to disclaimer upfront: this is not a sponsored post. I decided to join the Julep Maven on my own and absolutely loved the introductory box I received. After joining, I also found this AWESOME deal where you can sign up for your own box for just $0.01 (so cheap!!) and shipping’s free, so you basically get to try out some nail polishes and hand scrub for less than the cost of a Big Mac (yes, that’s how I compare the value of things… to McD’s menu items).

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I thought it would be fun to share with you the unboxing of this package. It was a real delight to have such a chic, classy looking package (did I really just describe a cardboard box as being classy?) waiting for my in the mailbox and I didn’t know what to expect in terms of presentation and packaging when I opened it.

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After taking the Style Quiz to determine what box I would get, this is what I ended up with:

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I love how beautifully everything was packaged. The hand scrub was in a separate box from a fuchsia pink bag (wrapped with a black ribbon bow) that held the two nail polishes. There was also a nail file that came tucked neatly under the bow, which all sat beneath the cute Welcome cards at the very top of the box. I absolutely love the colours of the nail polishes I received. I got Oscar, a sparkly gold glitter, and Natasha, a vibrant orange/red.

If you love nail polish as much as I do, I definitely encourage you to try this. I signed up for a single introductory box, but I’m thinking of extending my subscription so I get a box every month. I love the idea of getting new nail polishes that are catered towards my personal tastes without having to stand in front of an overwhelmingly crowded shelf of colours trying to decide for myself.

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Coupon code: COLOR2012 gets you a Julep Maven introductory box for only $0.01 (regularly $19.99) and free shipping!! Now, when I signed up for the Julep Maven, I thought I was getting a deal since I found a coupon code for $14.99 off the price. With the coupon code above, you can get the box basically for free (just pay for taxes which are like $2?). Not too shabby for two bottle of nail polish and hand scrub!

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Nature’s wind machine works wonders

by thedemuremuse on April 9, 2012

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I discovered the world of crop pants this season and cannot get enough of them. I actually bought the exact same pair of pants in 3 different colours (how could I say no at $14.95 a pair?!) although I am entirely convinced that they are about an inch too cropped on my legs. They do fit perfectly in the legs and waist though, so two outta three ain’t bad! Can’t win ‘em all!

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outfit details:
blazer: Forever 21
t-shirt and cropped pants: H&M
boat shoes: Dockers via Ross
sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs
satchel: street markets of Korea
necklace: made by yours truly ;)

If you’re wondering what’s up with the title:

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I swear I wasn’t as angry as it looks from the dramatic gusts of wind! I am one of the many people who suffer from Chronic Bitchface and ended up having an awesome day despite the look on my face. :P

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend gorging on Easter chocolates! I can’t wait until all the Peeps go on sale. 2012 is the year that I’m going to attempt to explode Peeps in the microwave (the bird-shaped ones, not the bunnies, of course).

P.S. Don’t forget that today is the last day to enter the giveaway for a Hot Tools curling iron and flat iron set!

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[CLOSED] GIVEAWAY: Win a Hot Tools flat iron and curling iron set!

by thedemuremuse on April 3, 2012

Happy April, loves! To infuse the week with some excitement, I’m really stoked to announce this month’s giveaway! I worked with Image Beauty last year to review one of their other flat irons and this year I get to offer one of my lucky readers not just a flat iron, but a set of two hair tools by Hot Tools! (Wowzas, I’m so stoked for whoever wins this set!! It could be YOU!)
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This Hot Tools 1″ flat iron and 1″ curling iron set would be perfect for everyday use and is heat and corrosion resistant thanks to the titanium tourmaline addition to the ceramic plates.

How to enter
Leave a separate comment for each entry. You can enter up to 3 times:
1. Leave a comment with your current go-to hairstyle! Are you a “a messy bun” kinda lady or do you rock the “milkmaid braids” daily?
2. Follow me on Bloglovin’ or Like the demure muse on Facebook
3. Tweet about the giveaway and leave a comment letting me know you tweeted!

Win a Hot Tools flat iron and curling iron set from @katriiina here: http://bit.ly/Hj2iwY #giveaway

Entries for this giveaway will be accepted until April 9 at 11:59pm PST.

Good luck!!

Edit [April 11, 2012]: Congratulations to Amanda! You’re the new owner of this amazing Hot Tools set!

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Push harder & look further

by thedemuremuse on March 30, 2012

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I hope you all had an amazing week and are dreaming of fun things to do this weekend! (I know I am!)

As of late, I’ve been thinking a lot about how much my life has changed in the past 6 months and how lucky and grateful I am for all the opportunities offered up until this point. It’s not everyday that someone can say that they’re excited to wake up in the morning to start tackling a never ending To Do list, and I feel so thankful for all the encouragement and support that I’ve been surrounded by. Growing up I was always told to dream big and work hard to pave the ground for what I want my life to be like. Five year old me probably would have never imagined living on my own on the opposite coast so early on, but I’m lucky the stars aligned the way they did. I can’t help but continue to contemplate the “next steps” of where I want to push myself. I’ve learned recently that anything is achievable if you believe it is.

Thoughts on my life aside, something exciting’s coming up next week! I have a fun giveaway in the works for a Hot Tools set from Image Beauty that I cannot wait to share with you guys. It’s been a while since the last giveaway and I’m excited that I am able to give back to the readers who make blogging so enjoyable. Honestly, it makes me really happy to know that almost two years later, I still enjoy posting in this little corner of the internet and have made so many great friends along the way. I can’t thank you guys enough for all the love!!

Hope you have an amazing weekend! Get outside and make the most of your days off! xo

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Wishlist Wednesday: hi-low skirts

by thedemuremuse on March 28, 2012

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one. if a coral pink palette isn’t sweet enough, check out the detailing on the waist! $52.00 from LuLu*s
two. yes, I am a sucker for all things polka dotted. this is no exception. $19.80 from Forever 21
three. chevrons + hi-low cut = dream skirt come true! (darnit for being sold out!) $52.99 from ModCloth

Confession time: I stinkin’ loooooove these skirts! They’re the perfect just-above-the-knee cut in the font and I don’t have to worry about too much leg in the back when picking up my phone (that I seem to drop every 10 minutes). Can’t say I’m a huge fan of patterned bottoms, but there’s something about designs on hi-low skirt that makes me want to own every single one in every colour combination possible!

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