Video: Motives by Loren Ridinger Cosmetics Review

A few weeks ago, a representative for Motives by Loren Ridinger sent me a box of goodies to test out and try. So instead of a usual written post I thought I would try posting my first YouTube video! {You would think my years of studying broadcast journalism would come rushing back to me - I'm comfortable on camera but forgot how animated my hands can be - apologies in advance, I'm just really passionate when I talk about stuff}

This video is a review of the Nail Candy colors (which I'm now obsessed with) and the Lip products that I received (you must try the lipstick!) You can purchase anything by clicking the links above, or contact me and I can put you in direct contact with a representative who can answer any questions! Stay tuned for another video going over the rest of items seen above. Hope you enjoy!

**Disclosure: All products were provided via a representative for Motives by Loren Ridinger. The opinions expressed here are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of any representative, Motives or Market America.

Outfit Post: Black & Blue

Dress worn as a skirt: Zara

Burnout Tee: Redhawk Brigade (old)

Neon Belt: Gap (similar style here)

Shoes: Steve Madden (old)

Purse: Target (old)

Sunnies: Vintage

Lips: Revlon "Fire & Ice"

I love mixing casual and glam styles together - it's so playful & fun! I racked my brain on how to give this girly Zara frock a fresh look and came up with one of my favorite tricks - a dress worn as a skirt. Instant outfit upgrade! I've been trying to "Shop My Closet" more so I paired it with a fun printed burnout tee and neon belt. Plus, I kind of forgot how much I love these gladiator sandals!

I was also sent a few beauty products from this fabulous line called Motives Cosmetics. That silver polish on my toes is so fab - I'm totally obsessed with it! I'm thinking about shooting a video about these products instead of a usual written post. I've never done one before - how do you guys feel about them?? Would love to know! Happy Hump Day!

This post is also participating in Ma Nouvelle Mode's Copy Cat Closet series. Thought it fit perfectly in with the theme "Summer Night Out"

Outfit Post: Lace Shorts

Scalloped Lace Shorts: Zara (similar style here)

Sandals: Zara

Blue Blazer: H&M (old but similar style here)

Bracelet: The Stylist LA; Necklace: Aldo (old)

Lips: Revlon "Stormy Pink" Matte

I've been wanting to hop on the lace shorts trend for a while now, but hadn't found the right pair yet. Enter the Zara sale! I scooped these babies up and finally felt brave enough to wear them last night for dinner. I chose a bright blue blazer to offset the ladylike lace.

I've never been one to love my legs, so wearing a shorts & heels combo was a major step out of my comfort zone. I'm still not sure if I'm totally obsessed with them yet, but I think I'll give them another chance and style them a few different ways. Are you guys into the lace trend? I want to see how you're wearing it...

In other news, I can't enough of my new pink Revlon Matte lipstick - I stumbled upon it while in Palm Springs this weekend and have been wearing it nonstop! Happy Tuesday Loves! xoxo