Ulta: 21 Days of Beauty Deals + Steals Guide to Savings!

For beauty addicts everywhere, one of the best times to score yourself a beauty steal happens during Ulta's 21 Days of beauty event! You can find deals on prestige products for 50% off the retail price and gifts with purchase galore.

Each day, Ulta selects one or two items (some are online exclusives) to have on major discount available in store and online, naturally the most popular items sell out fast. My previous shopping experience at an Ulta store during this event was challenging since each store only receives a very small shipment of their daily deal, so if you aren't there when the doors open, most likely they'll be out of stock by noon (no bueno). I've had better luck ordering online especially when I want to stock up on my favorite products. Here's everything you need to know to get your beauty on for less!

Are you excited for 21 days of beauty?

Sales to Shop, Shop, Shop!

The mid-week shopping deals are here and they are even better than last week! As always, shop fast because items sell out fast. I would have loved to share more of my Gap finds, but items were literally disappearing from my cart as I was gathering picks to show you. One of the best deals I found is this jacket, oh how I wish it was cold enough to justify buying it. My advice to shop the Gap sale is to start with jackets/outerwear first, then sweaters, and load up on cute striped tees too!

Happy Shopping!!

Splurge v. Steal : 'Creme de la Creme' Sweatshirt + Steal her Style from Atlantic-Pacific!

I'm am so excited to share this very chic find with you! For those fashionistas familiar with the iconic French-inspired sweatshirt, you can now scoop up an affordable version for your own closet. The original is long sold out, so pick this up while it's still available. I first spotted this crave-worthy sweatshirt on style blogger Blair from Atlantic-Pacific and loved the casual chic way she styled it.

Will you be adding this sweatshirt to your wardrobe?

(ps. I already ordered mine online!)

{Splurge vs. Steal}

I have always been a fan of the Urban Decay Naked Eyeshadow Palettes, but for $50, I could never bring myself to buy one. Today I looked at again and still walked away, I then went to Ulta and discovered Physicians Formula just released their own version called, you guessed it.."Nude Eyes" and for $12,  I can add this one to make make-up collection and still buy a new lipstick and nail polish ♥ 

What do you think - is this palette close enough to the real deal (even the packaging is similar) or do you prefer the Urban Decay?

 

 

Urban Decay Palette "Naked" 

I do like the way this palette has each individual color seperated.

 

Urban Decay Palette "Naked 2"

I think I like the 'sequel' even better and it comes in a cool tin.

 

Physicians Formula "Nude Eyes" 

Not as pigmented as the Urban Decay colors, more shimmery and this one could get messy with all of the colors not seperated by anything.

 

{Friday Favs}

A few things Under $20 I am loving right now ♥

What are the favorites of YOUR week? 

 1. BCBG 'True Love' Affirmation Bracelet $18 from Nordstrom// 2. Old Navy 'Owl' Printed Satchel $18// I just ordered this as a gift and one for me! Also available in heart print  3.Hello Kitty Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets from ULTA Beauty. Anytime I can add an "adult" Hello Kitty item to my bag, I do :)// 4. Style Feed: World's Top Fashion Blogs $18 So fun reading how the top bloggers got started.