Giant Makeup Haul & Review! Korean, High-End, Drugstore, H&M, and More!

Hi lovelies! I am not entirely sure how it happened, but 4 online orders and 3 trips to the cosmetics counter later, I have amassed quite the haul of new products. So today I have a huge assortment of drugstore, high-end, Korean, and H&M items to share with you all. I've had the chance to try some of these products already, so I'll sprinkle in mini reviews wherever I can. Keep reading for my huge makeup haul & review!

The Best Stores to Shop for Cheap & Chic Workwear

Hello lovelies! Many of you have likely seen on social media that I recently graduated from university. As I make the transition into real world, I've found that my wardrobe is seriously lacking in smart, stylish pieces that can take me from the interview to the office. So I questioned some of my most fashionable friends, made a few painstakingly-thorough trips to the mall, and browsed through countless online shops. Thanks to all of this investigating, I've found quite a few sites that offer chic yet affordable office attire. Read on for all of my wear-to-work website suggestions, as well as some of my favorite pieces from their collections!

How To Contour & Highlight for Beginners on a Budget!

Hello lovelies! A new video all about highlighting and contouring just went live on my YouTube channel! Click the video link below to learn all my tips, tricks, and budget-friendly products to contour and highlight!

Collective Haul: Rebecca Minkoff, J.Crew, Ted Baker, and more!

Hello lovelies! My first haul video is up! Click the video link below to see all the goodies I bought from Rebecca Minkoff, Ted Baker London, J.Crew, and more!

The Best (And Worst) Drugstore Makeup!

Hello lovelies! It's been awhile since I've updated my favorite drugstore makeup products, and this time I'll be sharing my picks in a YouTube video! Click the video link below to learn my favorite drugstore brand, the underdog product you need to try, and tons more! See you there!

Black Friday Deals & Steals! Fashion, Beauty, and More!

Hello lovelies! Long time no post! I apologize for being a bit MIA these past few months. Between a tough semester of classes, an internship, and sorority, life has been pretty hectic. Thankfully, things are finally winding down a little!

The end of November not only means the end of a semester, but also the beginning of the holiday season. And with Black Friday tomorrow, there is no better time to snatch up some fantastic deals on all those items you've been eyeing for holiday gifts. So I've decided to compile a list of all the best Black Friday deals from the best stores. Since new deals will likely keep rolling out all day long, check back in every so often for updated offers!

Francesca's Friends & Family Event!

Hello lovelies! As you all know by now, I absolutely love Francesca's. Though you can find their boutiques all across the country, each store has a super unique vibe and a huge selection of chic (and affordable) clothes and accessories. So when I heard that Francesca's would be hosting a Friends & Family Event with 25% off, prize drawings all day long, and sweet treats- I knew I'd have to stop in.

Kate Spade Surprise Sale Picks!

Hi lovelies! It's that time again for a Kate Spade Surprise Sale! Since it's basically tradition at this point, I'm going to share a few of my favorite pieces from the sale. Everything is up to 75% off, so it's definitely worth a look!

Sole Society Sale!

Hello lovelies! As you all probably already know, I am absolutely obsessed with everything Sole Society. Not only do they have an amazing selection of shoes that look totally high-end, but they also carry gorgeous jewelry and handbags. They also happen to have some pretty fantastic deals happening right now, so I thought I'd share my picks!

My Favorite Site for Scoring Student Discounts and Deals!

Hello lovelies! You all know how much I love a good deal, and today I want to share one of my favorite websites for saving money, StudentRate! They offer tons of exclusive discounts on clothes, makeup, textbooks, home decor, and a lot more. StudentRate is also unique in that they offer cash-back on purchases from stores I'm always raving about like Sephora, Forever 21, ASOS, and e.l.f.!

If you're a college student on a budget like me, StudentRate will seriously become your new best friend any time you're online shopping. So what are you waiting for? Get saving!

The Best Sites to Shop for Cheap & Chic Clothes!

Hi lovelies! Can you believe it's been over a year since I posted about my favorite online shops? That was one of your all-time most-loved posts, and ever since I have been getting requests to make a new list with new sites I love. And of course, since I enjoy nothing more than blabbing about my favorite stores, I'm happy to oblige. So here it is, an updated collection of the best sites to shop for cheap & chic clothes!

It's Sale Season!

Hi lovelies! You all know how much I love a good sale, and lately my inbox has been filled with special offers from some of my favorite stores, including Kate Spade, Joss & Main, and Victoria's Secret. So today I thought I'd put together a collection of my picks from all of these amazing sales!

Budget Beauty: The 10 Best Beauty Buys Under $10

Hi lovelies! It's that time again for some budget beauty! One of my very first posts on Sparkle & Mine was a list of my ten favorite beauty products under $10, and ever since I've been getting tons of requests to make a new, updated version. A year later and lots of new goodies in my collection to rave about, I've finally decided to make a brand new list of the best beauty buys under $10!

Kate Spade Surprise Sale!

Hello lovelies! The Kate Spade Surprise Sale has arrived! It will only last through May 22nd, so be sure to find your favorites and grab 'em quick! Here are some of my picks from the sale:

Budget Beauty: Even More Drugstore Dupes!

Hi lovelies! It's that time again for your most-requested post series, drugstore dupes! For those of you that don't know about the wonderful world of drugstore dupes, they are essentially a cheaper and drugstore-brand duplicate of a more high-end product. So the bottom line is, I'm about to save you a boatload of money. Money that you can use to buy practical things even more makeup. Get excited!

The 5 Dresses Every Girl Needs to Have in Her Closet

Hello lovelies! With summer fast approaching, it's time to pack away those snow boots and break out every girl's favorite summer staple- dresses! As I was anxiously going through my dress collection planning all my summer outfits, I realized that my closet is in serious need of an overhaul. Everything I no longer wanted, I donated. Which of course left a serious void in my wardrobe!

So today I'll be sharing my list of must-have dresses I feel that every girl should have in her closet. I've even included some of my current favorites from Hautelook, so we can all go online shopping together to complete our collections!

How To: Organize Your Makeup Collection

Confession time. My name is Sarah, and I am a makeup hoarder. What can I say? Some people collect stamps, I collect cosmetics. With so many products in my collection, I figured out pretty quickly that I would need an organized system to keep everything straight. So whether you have a whole stash of stuff like me, or a bit smaller of a collection, I’m here to help you figure out the best way to keep all of your makeup in its proper place!

The Best Sites for Designer Deals!

Hello lovelies! I've talked a lot in the past about how to find cute clothes for super cheap, but what about those special occasions when you want to splurge a little on designer goods? Though coveted designers are always going to be a bit more pricey than pieces you'd find at Forever 21 or Charlotte Russe, they can certainly be a lot more affordable if you know where to shop. So today I'm going to share my best-kept secrets when it comes to online shopping for designer deals!

Designer Dupes!

Hello lovelies! I hope you all had a wonderful New Years! I've decided that one of my resolutions this year is to budget my money better. And of course, what better way to save up than to spend less? So to continue on my long list of dupe posts, I've decided to put together a collection of some of the best affordable counterparts I have found for high-end pieces! All of these beauties look so close to the original, you'll wonder why you ever even considered splurging on that $200 bag! 

Cyber Monday Deals & Steals!

Hello lovelies! It's been too long! I want to apologize for my complete radio silence lately, I've just been a bit overwhelmed with school! I appreciate all of your sweet messages of support more than you'll ever know, and I promise to make it up to you guys as soon as this semester ends and I have some time off!

Anyways, let's get to the good stuff! I've always had a love-hate relationship with Black Friday. I love the rush I get when I score an amazing deal, but I hate all the crazy crowds and waiting in line. So thankfully, some wonderful genius out there came up with the idea of Cyber Monday! You get all the deals right from the comfort of your home computer- what could be better than that?! So in honor of my passionate love for Cyber Monday, I've decided to put together a list of deals and steals from all your favorite stores!