Summer Lace OOTD

FTC Disclaimer: Thank you to Fricaine for providing me with this gorgeous bag! ♥

Hello loves, thanks for stopping by today. I am back with an outfit post! Its been the longest time since I have shared an outfit. But I am super excited about this one for two reasons.... First is the dress! Love the lace, the tulle skirt, the little peek-a-boo back. Isn't it lovely? Yeah I thought is was lovely too when I first saw it and ordered it online (about a year ago). Unfortunately though, when it arrived it didn't look quite so lovely on me as I had imagined it would. *sigh* And so it goes, the risk you take when you order something online and it doesnt quite fit or look right. :( I thought about selling it or giving it away. But for some reason ended up keeping it. Now, after all that time, a little more weight loss (interested in an update? Let me know!) it fits and looks just right. So I couldnt help but "show it off"! 

The second reason I'm excited is this oh so perfect 'Pretty Bride Shoulder bag' I received courtesy of Fricaine! I love how vibrant and colorful it is. It just screams Spring and Summer. And it will be perfect for Summer time too, when I prefer to carry a bigger bad. With the kids out of school and us on the go a lot more - its nice to have more room for all those "just in case" items a mom needs! 

I recently switched all my purse belongings over to this bag, and filmed a "whats in my bag video". So for those of you curious to see what I carry in my purse and a better view of the purse itself, be on the look out for that video on my Youtube Channel. ♥

Outfit Details

Dress: Maurices

Heels: Payless Shoes

Earrings: Boutique in Las Vegas

Ring: Paparazzi

Sun Glasses: Payless Shoes

Lipstick: MBA Cosmetics HD Lip Paint in Marsala (use code AGAPELOVE15 to save $$)

Bag: c/o Fricaine

This bag is seriously so great! LOVE all the features, and the design (cant wait to show you on video!) Here is a little bit more info on the bag for those of you who may be curious:

High quality synthetic leather meshes with the body made from 100% cotton using special wax printing technology. Four distinct wax fabric patterns were combined to make this roomy, functional and eye-catching handbag. The lining is custom-made and contrasts perfectly with the exterior. All hardware is forged with real gold-plated material with anti-soul treatment and has no chance of corrosion. It has one card pocket, one interior cell phone pocket, one exterior pocket, one drop pocket and one separate multi-purpose pocket. Comes with adjustable and detachable strap.

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Get The Look | Spring Smokey Eye Makeup ft. MBA Cosmetics

Hello beauty babes, today I am back with another Get The Look Tutorial (video at the end of this post)! And actually this is a collab with my dear, sweet and beautiful friend Adriana Pina!!  Be sure to check out her Youtube channel, and see the look she created! We decided to do a Spring appropriate look featuring MBA Cosmetics. ♥ 

My look turned out a little darker than I imagined it would be - so I am calling it a Spring Smokey Eye - since its more of an evening look. Anywho, I hope you like it! All products and details will be listed below as well as in the video. If you like this look and want to purchase anything from MBA Cosmetics - be sure to save some money by using my code AGAPELOVE15!  And if you feel inspired and decide to recreate this look, or something similar - be sure to share it with me via facebook, twitter or Instagram and hashtag #AgapeLoveGirlLooks! I love to see what you create. ♥

WHAT I'M WEARING:

Earrings: Use code AGAPE20 at Litva's Jewelry

Necklace: Personal DIY

MBA Cosmetics:

Loose Shadow: Ochre

Pressed Shadows: Halo, Angel Kiss, Sangria, & Swiss Chocolate

Glitter, Line & Foil FX Serum & Reign of the Dragon Glitter

HD Lip Paint Strawberry Ice

False LAshes: Babydoll

Use code AGAPELOVE15 to save 15% at mbacosmetics.com

 Watch the video tutorial below to see how I created this look!

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Dripping in Gold | Lip Art

Hello Beauty Babes! Thanks for stopping by, today I have something somewhat different to share with you! I have really been more and more into lip art over the past several month. There is just something so fun and beautiful about creating something fun and different on the lips that is so eye catching!! And for those of you wondering - no this is not a "wearable" every day lip look - it's art!!  Its created for fun, art and beauty.

Recently I stumbled upon an AMAZING instagram account: vladamua. Vlada Haggerty shares Lip art, makeup & hair on her page. I have mostly been in awe of her gorgeous lip drip art. YES - DRIP art. She creates the most stunning lip art where a lot of them include dripping lips. And some of them have been these really neat metallic lip drip art. ♥ Its seriously so gorgeous, I encourage you to check out and follow her page.

I mention her VladaMUA because, as you might have noticed from the description of her page, I was completely inspired by her to re-create a similar lip look that she created (here) and (here). I of course need to work on the "drip" part - but had a lot of fun with this lip art. I decided to add a "prop" with the giant diamond ring for a really RICH effect. And love how these photos turned out. ♥

Products Used:

-MBA Cosmetics Molten Metals Mineral Pigment in 'Gold Olive'

(use code AGAPELOVE15 to save $$ on your MBA Cosmetics Order)

-Wet n' Wild Clear Lip Gloss

-Ring: Premier Designs

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Makeup Monday #124

Hello Beauty Babes, and happy Makeup Monday to you! Makeup Monday is a fun linky party dedicated to all things makeup & beauty. ♥ If you are a beauty blogger or have a beauty related post, I'd love to invite you to join in and link up below!

I do ask that if you link up to share the love: visit/comment one or two (or more) other links. 
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This includes but not limited to beauty reviews, how-to's, hauls, giveaways, mani's, and hair/makeup look inspirations.

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Gerard Cosmetics Lipstick & Lip Gloss Swatches

Hello beauty babes! Thank you so much for stopping by. So today I was super excited to share some lip swatches with you of 8 Gerard Cosmetics Lippies, that I recently won. But with all the drama over GC right now, I have to admit I was a little nervous to post this... However, I had filmed, edited & scheduled this before everything happened, so this may seem selfish, but I didn't want all my work to be for nothing. So I am posting this anyways. I truly hope no one takes offense at all. 

I did want to note that I am super saddened by things that were said and done. I found a lot of people to be very un-professional and I do believe that things could have been handled better... On BOTH sides. But we are all human after all and we ALL make mistakes. With that thought in mind, I sort of prefer to stay neutral to the situation. Personally, I am not for or against anyone at this point. 

With all that being said - I want you all to know that I am in NO way sponsored or paid by Gerard Cosmetics. The lippies I am showing in today's video I did WIN (some from GC and some from a fellow Youtuber). But I was not asked or required to talk or post about them. As well, I have purchased from GC previously with my own money and posted a video about those products (that video review is linked below)... But I do not get anything out of talking about these products. I just like doing Lip Swatch photos and videos! ;) 

Because this is also a mini review I do mention good and bad things about the products in this video. I am always honest with you all! We all know, there is no perfect product, each one has its pros and cons. I have nothing to gain from lying. I only have something to lose... And that is your trust. Which I value too much to sacrifice by lying! 

Now that all that is out of the way *Sigh* I do hope that you enjoy these swatches. Below you will find photos of Gerard Cosemtics Lipsticks in Rodeo Drive, Berry Smoothie & Cherry Cordial, as well as Gerard Cosmetics Lip Glosses in Butter Cream, Rose Hill, Raspberry Sherbet, Pouty Princess, & Candy Apple! Each photo was taken in natural light without a flash! The glosses, though, have a light on them that cast some light on the lips (as you might notice). 

At the very end of this post is my video review with video swatches as well! That way you can get an idea of how they look "live". I show each lippie close up and on my full face as well to give you all the best idea of how they look! Hope you find these swatches helpful. ♥

♥Check out my previous Gerard Cosmetics Lip Swatch Post (which includes All Dolled Up, 1995, Tequila Sunrise, Nude, & Fire Engine Lipsticks) HERE!!!

If you would like to see "live" video swatches of these lippies (Shown close up and full face)
I encourage you to watch the video below:


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All About Highlight & Contouring | What, Why, Products, Tools & Demo!

Hello my loves! Today I bring to you a MUCH requested video of the very popular topic of Highlight and Contouring. I dont want to write out too much here, because I explain so much in this video, and there is a long enough intro there... Because I want to be the MOST helpful - this video is SUPER long. Think of it as a Highlight & Contouring "class" teaching you some basics to help you get started. In this video I talk about the following topics (times listed, so you can skip forward if you need to):
-Intro
-What is Highlight & Contouring? And Why to do it? (4:09)
-Whats the Difference between Contour Products & Bronzer Products? (8:00)
-Highlight & Contour Products - drug store & high end (10:00)
-Tools/Brushes to use (19:00)
-Skin-tones (26:10)
-Demonstration (27:45)
-Before & After Comparison (43:14)

I hope you enjoy this video as well as find it helpful and informative! Please remember that what works for me will not work for EVERYONE. What I am hoping is that you take the info and tips I share here and conform them to work for you, your face shape, skin-tone and routine!! If there was anything I left out, or any questions you might have - please do not hesitate to ask in a comment below! I would love to answer them! Or if you have anything else to add, any tips I missed... Lets hear them! ♥

The Sephora High Light & Contour Series I mention in the video can be found (here).

For Questions, Concerns, Suggestions for future LuxePineapple videos please email me at: maria@luxepinapple.com

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Makeup Monday #123

Hello Beauty Babes, and happy Makeup Monday to you! Makeup Monday is a fun linky party dedicated to all things makeup & beauty. ♥ If you are a beauty blogger or have a beauty related post, I'd love to invite you to join in and link up below!

I do ask that if you link up to share the love: visit/comment one or two (or more) other links. 
REMEBER: This link up is for makeup/beauty related posts only!
This includes but not limited to beauty reviews, how-to's, hauls, giveaways, mani's, and hair/makeup look inspirations.

If you do not have a blog, but showcase beauty elsewhere like instagram or flicker, or youtube you are still welcome to link up as well, please just link to a specific photo, though, not your whole account! :) 

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Red Lipstick & Champagne Dreams Feature | MAC Makeup Giveaway

Hello Beauties!! So glad you popped in to the blog today. ♥ I would love to introduce you beauty blogger Giselle of Red Lipstick & Champagne Dreams. She has a fabulous blog and if you are a fashion and makeup lover like me, you will love her blog! I definitely encourage you to pop on over to her blog, check it out and say hello. ♥ She also has an equally fabulous giveaway to share today too! We will get to that in a moment, but first.... Meet Giselle::

My name is Giselle and I currently live in MN. I love everything related to beauty and fashion. My blog Red Lipstick & Champagne Dreams is dedicated to bringing makeup knowledge and the latest on beauty news, along with product reviews as well. 

I'm a makeup junkie and I love to experiment with colors. My blog is a journey through my fun experiences with makeup and everything that's pretty in between. 

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I hope you will enter my giveaway!! I will be giving away one Ruby Woo lipstick, one Flat Out Fabulous lipstick, one All that Glitters eye shadow, and one Embark eye ​shadow (pictured above)!

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$5 Jewelry (Paparazzi) Haul

Hello loves, today I am excited to share some fabulous and super affordable jewelry and accessories with you! I am talking about Paparazzi Accessories where everything is just $5!! YES you read that right. ♥ Beautiful, fun, trendy jewelry and hair accessories for just $5.  Some of you may be wondering at just $5 -How is the quality!? Obviously at $5 you may be weary and saying "you get what you pay for". I can understand that, but at the same time I think inexpensive jewelry is GREAT! I mean I will buy $2-$5 necklaces off of ebay - the same ones that sell in a boutique for $30-$50!! Because how often do we really wear those expensive statement necklace or earrings? You know, Id rather save some money, still look good and not feel guilty that I spent so much money on an item I'll only wear a handful of times. Of course there is a place for really nice expensive jewelry that is to be treasured... I will always love my "precious" jewelry and always ALWAYS support handmade jewelry/businesses....  However, having a wide selection of jewelry to wear, at an affordable price - that's nice too!

Why am I so excited and suddenly so passionate to tell you about all this? Well, because I recently became a consultant for Paparazzi and am thrilled about this new business venture. I truly hope to make this successful so that I can help provide for my family. So I really appreciate your time here today and your support too... Whether you decide to make a purchase, simply share/pin this post or just tell others about my shop - I will appreciate it all! Now with all that being said... Lets get into looking at some pretty accessories, shall we!?

When I became a consultant, I purchased a starter kit which came with a variety of Jewelry! I created a video showing off all those items. So you can really see for yourself some of the items and get an idea of quality - that sometimes cant be seen in a photo. You can find that video at the end of this post. I also show you how to easily fix any jewelry that may break.

Before we get to the video, I made a collage here to show off some the cute items currently available in the shop that I didn't have on hand to show you on the video. ♥ What's neat is that several of the necklaces come with matching earrings too, as you can see in the collage I made below. And yes its still just $5 for the set! If you like anything in this collage here is a list of each item (you can easily search for it on my site):

Fishing for Compliments Necklace (set), Join Forces Necklace (set), Hypnotized (search for the necklace - these are the matching earrings that come with it), Ahead of the Curve Ring, I Do Bracelet, Left an Impression Earrings, Put it on the Line Headband, Gold Rush Necklace (set).

If you are curious to see some of the jewelry "live" on video, I encourage you to watch my haul video below! I will show you several Paparazzi pieces, and even show you how you can easily fix any "broken" pieces as well. ♥ This video is quite long, so grab a snack and drink then sit back and enjoy! Everything I showed in the video I mention by name and I do have it all listed out below as well if you are interested in purchasing it. That way you can easily search my site for it! ♥ The site is very easy to naviagte, and you can search by name, color, and jewelry item!

**Indicates currently sold out on the site (interested in the one I have? Just ask!)
♥indicates other colors available

Oh So Charming Bracelet**
Coast is Clear Earrings♥
Raising the Stakes Earrings
All The Trimmings♥
Fall In Line Necklace**
Fearless Fascination Necklace
Bad Romance Bracelet** (Similar is Seed of Sparkle Bracelet)
Life in the Glitz Lane Ring**
Haute & Heated Ring**
Instant Brush Bracelet
Lonely No More Necklace
In Good Glazes Necklace
The Sands of Time Necklace♥
Two If By Sea Bracelet
Keep It Under Wraps earrings**
Keeps getting Better Ring**
Make It Work Lanyard
Miss Daisy Earrings♥
Divinely Deco Bracelet
We Are the Champions Earrings
Finish What You Started Necklace**
We Belong Together Bracelet**
Piece It All Together Ring
Pitch Perfect Ring**
Metallic Mayhem Necklace
Lighthearted and Lively Necklace
Embers of Elegance Necklace
SCARFed for Attention♥
On The Quad Necklace
Enmeshed In Elegance Necklace♥
One Step at a Time Necklace
Fiercely Fifth Avenue Collection
-On Haloed Ground Ring**
-Looking the Part Necklace**
-First Impressions Earrings**
-The Other Way Around Bracelet**

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