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Website Maintenance

Hello lovelies!

Don't get freaked out just yet! I'm closing my web-site link for about 2-3 days for MAJOR reconstruction and maintenance...and it is going to be a-w-e-s-o-m-e! Stay tuned!

xoxo, Carina

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More make up posts :D

This goes out to all my followers,

I've been overwhelmed by the makeup post requests and I'm excited to finish editing my new makeup tutorial videos and posting up my favorite products as well! Can't wait,

xoxo, Carina

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Ask me anything!

The link to my "ask" box is to the right of the page, on-top of the little picture of the Prada wall!

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New Video Up on my Youtube Channel!

Ladies! Here is a super cute, 5-minute, EASY PEASY makeup brush holder D.I.Y. (or "do it yourself") The link is down below! Hope you guys enjoy,

xoxo, Carina

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1CeAUER5-M

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1CeAUER5-M

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1CeAUER5-M

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more posts!! make up and fashion!

Hey there,Don't worry!!! They are coming and they are coming fast >:)xoxo, Carina

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Outfit of the Day: Preppy & Sweet

Hello lovelies! I hope you enjoy today's outfit post! I paired a high-waisted skater skirt with a cream-colored wrap crop top and my favorite spiked heels! I accented my look once again with my favorite gold plated belt from Girls Will Be Girls online boutique.

This look is absolutely perfect for a date night! :) For a more casual look, pair it with some cute flats!

Wrap Crop Top - Arden B 

Navy High-Waisted Skater Skirt - Hollister & Co.

Spiked Heels - Santa Lola (store in Brazil)

Gold Plated Belt - Girls Will Be Girls Boutique

Hope you enjoy ladies! Leave me some questions in my ask :)

xoxo, Carina

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Hello ladies! *click on text link above*

Check out my new video up on my Youtube channel about my very first tattoo experience. I hope it answers all the questions you might have about getting your own artwork done! Don't forget to subscribe! 

xoxo, Carina

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What camera do you use to film your videos/take your pictures? they are such good quality!

Hey there and thank you so much!

I have a Nikon D600 camera body and shoot with the AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED Wide Angle Lens :) 

Hope this helps!

xoxo, Carina

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I wish I could try out to be a dazzler :/ I love dance, I just haven't danced in a while.

Hey!

Don't be discouraged to audition! The coach is very flexible and would choose someone who has moderate technique  great motivation to improve over someone with perfect technique and no dedication! There are girls on the team who fall into that category :)

If you do decide to audition, DON'T FORGET TO SMILE! And being a Dazzler is all about having fun, showing off school spirit, and doing what you love to do! I love performing. Hope to see you at auditions :)

xoxo, Carina

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I have difficulties finding good clothes at an affordable price :( What do I do? Btw I love your style!

Hello there Anon,

I understand your dilemma! Even I sometimes have difficulty finding cute things at department stores (i.e. Forever 21, Charlotte Russe, etc.) because nothing ever fits me right! My problem to the solution?

I follow some fashion gurus on social media and blogs and whenever I see something that they have on, I plan an impromptu trip to a department store and look for similar things! I recommend H&M first, as it's huge and has sooo much to choose from! Next are the larger Forever 21's! 

Good-luck and keep me updated!

xoxo, Carina

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I love your blog and your make up video! you should do more of them!

Thank you so so much! I'm working on a couple of new makeup, DIY, and fashion haul videos so stay tuned!!

xoxo, Carina

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hey I follow your blog and I love it.... what's your favorite store to shop at? I love love love your outfits!!!!!!!!!!@

Hello, and thank you!

I appreciate this so much. My favorite store would have to be Zara! The quality of the clothes are so high-end with very reasonable prices! I always find something that fits me well every-time I walk into Zara... hands-down the best store ever! Zara never disappoints.

xoxo, Carina

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did your tattoo hurt? i want to get one so badly, I'm just scared of the pain!!!!

Hey!

I believe that the sensation is more uncomfortable than painful... it feels like someone is scratching you really hard and annoyingly. I'm very sensitive and I handled it very well, so I'm sure you can too!

xoxo, Carina

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Update: I got my first, perfect tattoo! I'm so in love with it! It's still healing and everything, but it came out exactly how I wanted. A new video is coming up soon about my entire experience in the shop and under the needle! Stay tuned :)

xoxo, Carina

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I love your blog it's so cute! I need help finding the perfect mascara and eyeshadow palette because I don't like the ones I have... sorry if I'm being annoying but can you recommend me your favorite?

Hey, don't be silly you aren't being annoying at all!

My favorite mascara is "They're Real" by Benefit cosmetics! It never gets clumpy and it still lengthens and keeps the lashes full!

As for an eyeshadow collection, a good starter palette would be the Naked (either Naked, Naked 2, or Naked 3) because they have very earthy tones that always go with any outfit and it's perfect for beginner make-up artists! I really love those palettes :)

Hope I could help! 

xoxo, Carina

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Beauty questions? Ask away!

If you guys have any questions regarding make-up, beauty, diy, fashion, etc. do not hesitate to ask me! I have an "Ask" link up in my bio as well as an FAQ for the more recently asked questions!

I'll try my best to answer each one :)

xoxo, Carina

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New {Outfit of the Day }

via Instagram - @carinitaaa

Hey guys! Just wanted to share another #ootd to inspire you! I wore this one-of-a-kind white peplum dress to an event at my university and paired it with my favorite Steve Madden lace-up heels. I accented the look with a golden-mirror belt from an online store called Girls Will Be Girls Boutique!

This is an awesome look to wear to an interview or a special event! Notice how it isn't too serious of a look but still manages to stay sophisticated (my absolute favorite part about any outfit) and classy. Hope you guys enjoy!

Dress - Zara (Brasil)

Lace-up heels - Steve Madden

Belt - Girls Will Be Girls Boutique