Max Factor Returns to the US with Limited Edition 4-Piece Collection

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It’s been a big month for beauty, Tom Ford Black Orchid turned 10, Fresh turned 25 and so many more updates I can’t wait to share! One of the biggest being Max Factor is back! As the original makeup artist brand they are available internationally but now on shelves in the US as August 1st. The brand that left us in 2006 only to available internationally is back with a 4-piece limited edition US Capsule collection.

Mr. Max Factor was a visionary makeup artist who didn’t just create makeup – he invented the word and was the first artist to start his own brand. The brand strikes a deep cord with makeup artists, especially given how many have launched their own brands since this one came about in 1909. Together with legendary Creative Design Director Pat McGrath, the brand has delivered an edit of essential products designed for a modern take on a classic glamour look: the sexy cat eye paired with a nude lip.  The exclusive capsule collection includes: Masterpiece MAX Mascara, Masterpiece High Precision Liquid Eye Liner and two beautiful Max Factor Lipstick shades, Maroon Dust and Simply Nude.max-factor-masterpiece-high-percision-eyeliner-review

So now that I’ve fan girl-ed out for how monumentous it is to see Max Factor at my local drugstore aisle lets down to the review. First off, I LOVE Pat McGrath! And Max Factor, just like COVERGIRL are both owned by P&G of which many of you know Pat is the Global Creative Design Director of for cosmetics.

Twirling in Ella Moss

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Outfit Details:

Ella Moss Tadala Flared Sleeve Crop Top

Ella Moss Tadala Skirt (similar)

Soleurs Alice Polarized Sunglasses

RumbaTime Orchard Gold watch

Henri Bendel Enamel Bangles (similar)
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One of my favorite looks from this weekend was this Ella Moss Talada top and skirt (it’s not a dress!) which I got so many compliments on. Part of the fun of being in the Hamptons is getting to dress all fun and in vacation attire. The movement of this two piece exudes my excitement to be out east, shoes off and surrounded in green! I also brought out some new accessories starting with these Soleurs Alice Polarized Sunglasses. I discovered the brand a few weeks ago during this years Blogger Bash and actually won the pair (I never win anything!). I’ve been wearing cheap sunglasses mostly from Perverse whose styles are so fun but the quality is very limited past how fabulously fashionable they look. Switching to a polarized, lightweight pair of sunglasses made everything so crisp. I want them all!

Epic Summer with American Express

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I have a super exciting announcement to make today! I’m partnering with American Express and their #BlueCashEveryday credit card!!!!! I have been an Amex member since 2008. It was the first business credit card I opened when I became a full-time blogger and I’m so honored and excited for all of the adventures we’ll be doing together this summer.

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The Blue Cash Everyday card has no annual fee and helps make everyday epic from road trips, shopping, entertaining, DIY projects and planning for the holidays. From cash back on everyday purchases and exclusive access to events and experiences, this is the card that packs all perks and again, with NO ANNUAL FEE! They also offer a $100 cash back after you spend $1,000 on your new Card in your first 3 months so if you have any big purchases coming up – ahem did anyone else make it to Super Saturday?  I had my card locked and loaded to shop until I dropped. (It’s for charity so guilt free designer shopping all the way!).amex-blue-cash-reward Plus I travel a lot and AMEX goes above and beyond when it comes to security and protection. They are so on it from making sure charges are really my own to adding extra insurance when I rent cars and book flights. Additional perks of the card is they offer 3% cash back at supermarkets, 2% at gas stations and 1% on other purchases (you can read all the terms HERE).
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Over the course of the next few months I’ll be sharing my Amex Blue Cash Everyday adventures. From trips to the Hamptons, dinner parties, Vespa rides and ahem they are sponsoring the US OPEN!!! I’ll be there and can’t wait to share my adventures!

Learn more about the American Blue Cash Everyday Card and how you can apply at AmericanExpress.com

Disclaimer: I teamed up with Amex as a blogger ambassador program for Blue Cash Everyday.

Super Saturday

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Yesterday, my friend Lorna from thefabulousreport.com and I drove to the Hamptons to celebrate Super Saturday in benefity of OCRFA. I’m usually out of town for it so this year I marked my calendar weeks in advance. OCRFA is the largest global charity advancing and advocation for ovarian cancer research. Their Super Saturday event is a daylong shopping event that brings top luxury brand names in fashion, accessories, beauty, children’s, and home at major discounts with all the sales from the day going to the cause.

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Theodora & Callum scarf dress (similar)

Kate Spade Cameron Street Byrdie Bag

Perverse Fresh Clubmaster Sunglasses

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Hosted by Donna Karen, Gabby Karen de Felice and Kelly Ripa, it was a beautiful day, filled with food, drinks, carnival rides and of course stellar shopping. So needless to say, I felt completely guilt free over all my splurges. Especially considering the day raised about $3.5 million dollars for the cause! I went double time at the Henri Bendel, LeSportsac, Jill Stuart, Nicole Miller and surprisingly Talbots booth. I snagged so much fun stuff! And Charlie made the Henri Bendel instagram page!

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I have to admit though I didn’t make it to every booth. I was a little distracted with all the rides and whenever I bring Charlie anywhere I spend half my day meeting people and being asked a million questions. Plus having only one arm to shop is a good way to control my spending habits. Other activities included making your own flower crown with B Floral. I went with a white assortment to match my outfit but they had so many beautiful flowers for guests to choose from.

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It was a beautiful day to be apart of and I’m already excited for next year. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. xoLara