nitro:licious on Instagram

For those that follow me on Instagram (@nitro_licious), Twitter and Facebook already know that I’m currently in Chicago for some work. I’ll be a bit slow on updating the blog until I’m back in NYC but I’m posting regularly on Instagram, I love it (who doesn’t right?)! Follow me @nitro_licious if ya want. Here’s an update of some of my photos on Instagram.

Hope everyone has a great weekend, enjoy the sun!

By: retrogurl
Posted: 05.19.2012
Categories: fashion, rockin' today

Fashion Star Winner Kara Laricks for H&M ft. Joan Smalls
Photos courtesy of H&M

I personally have never watched an episode of NBC’s Fashion Star since I don’t watch TV on a regular basis and I don’t really like a set schedule on when to watch what. But after seeing Fashion Star’s winner Kara Laricks designs for H&M I really liked it. I especially can relate to her since she said if she had a choice her entire collection would be black and white, my kinda gurl haha!

On the season finale of Fashion Star, Kara Laricks won $6 million in orders for capsule collections in Macy’s, H&M and Saks Fifth Avenue stores. Kara designs androgynous clothing for women, inspired by her love of menswear and an avant-garde Japanese design aesthetic. Best known for her hoodie scarves, collar-plus-tie, she puts a spin on what is deemed traditional women’s fashion. The winning collections are already in stores, I hope when I get back to NYC there’s still a few black and white pieces left! Do you like her collection for H&M? And how cute is the campaign featuring herself and model Joan Smalls? LOVE!

By: retrogurl
Posted: 05.18.2012
Categories: fashion, h&m

Pamela Love for J.Crew Capsule Collection now available!

For those of you that were waiting for the release of the Pamela Love for J.Crew capsule collection it’s now available at jcrew.com and select J.Crew stores! The collection consists of 3 pieces: Lorimer skinny jean ($295), chevron belt ($135) and Lorimer jean jacket ($295), I’m in love with the jacket! Get it while you can. Do you like?

By: retrogurl
Posted: 05.18.2012
Categories: denim, fashion, shopping

MAC Hey, Sailor!

Ohhh how cute is this new MAC Hey, Sailor! collection? Love the packaging and the collection is quite big, so there’s bound to be something for everyone. I also really like Suntints, so I can’t wait to try the new tints. The bags are quite fun too right? This collection makes me really excited for the summer. The collection is available for a limited time starting from May 24, 2012 through July 5, 2012 at MAC counters and maccosmetics.com.

Set sail this summer with a colour and bronzing collection designed to drop anchor in the most sophisticated Port of Call. Decked out in stylishly sailor-striped packaging, a fabulous flotilla of Small Eye Shadows, Lipsticks, Lipglass, Powder Blushes, Pigments, Powerpoint Eye Pencils, Pro Longwear Lip Pencils, Nail Lacquers and Zoom Waterfast Lash. Get sun dipped with Bronzing Powders, Pro Longwear Bronzing Powders, High-light Powder, To The Beach Body Oil, Suntints SPF 20 Liquid Lip Balms and a 167SH Face Blender Brush. M·A·C invites you to experience the jauntiest, yacht-iest collection of the season!

Make waves with the je ne sais quoi of these Riviera ready carryalls. Their instantly recognizable Mariniere pattern, originating on the coast of Brittany, gets modernized with an op art inspired twist. The bucket-style canvas cinch tote is perfect for on or off dock leisure. The navy-and-white striped canvas Makeup Bag Set, replete with bright red patent edges and golden roped hardware closures, make them stylish enough to carry on their own. Consider them l’essentials for lazy beach days and breezy bay nights…we sure do. Adieu!

By: retrogurl
Posted: 05.18.2012
Categories: beauty/fitness

OPI Pure Lacquer Nail Apps and Kardashian Kolor Pretty Petites
Creams (top) and Shimmers (bottom)

Oh super excited about OPI‘s new Pure Lacquer Nail Apps collection, it’s about time they release it! The Pure Lacquer Nail Apps are pre-cut nail strips made of 100% real nail lacquer – providing a high-gloss finish, long-lasting wear and zero dry time. There are 14 different styles available and offered in both cream and shimmer finishes. Each pack contains 16 strips to ensure perfect sizing for all finger and toe nails. Available starting this month for $11.95 each. Aren’t the designs pretty? Can’t wait to try!

Top (l-r): Blue & Gray Rattlesnake, Peacock, Fishnet, Parisian, Reptile, Floral, Pink & Black Lace
Bottom (l-r): Metallic Waves, Sequins, Zig Zag Sparkle, Geometric Sparkle, Gold Lace, Pink & Silver Lace, Girly Glam

Also, there are two mini packs coming out in July – Celeb-Bitties and Sophisti-Cuties featuring Kardashian Kolor shades. The Kardashian Kolor Pretty Petites consists of two mini packs each offering four bestselling Kardashian Kolor nail lacquers. The first set Celeb-bities features shiny, sparkly shades in feminine pink and red hues. The second set Sophisti-cuties provides an earth-toned palette of green, brown and gray glitters and crèmes. Pretty Petites will be available July 2012 for $10 each. More info on this after the jump…

By: retrogurl
Posted: 05.17.2012
Categories: beauty/fitness

mamas day...

The rain in NYC has been dreadful but I’m thankful that on Mother’s Day it was gorgeous out! Hung out with mama on her day and I’m finally done fixing up my apt, just need to unpack and hang everything back in my newly done closet which will take forever. Hope you all had a lovely Mother’s Day too…

I’m headed to Chicago for work today for the rest of the week, if anyone has any suggestions as to where to eat or visit please drop me a line here! Thanks in advance.

Marni at H&M Jacket, J.Crew Tank Top, Zara Shorts, Givenchy Sandals, Prada Minimal Baroque Sunglasses, Chanel Classic Jumbo Flap Bag, Holbrooke by s.berry ‘Miami Vice‘ & ‘Mocha‘ Phillia Bracelets, Thakoon x NARS ‘Kutki’ Nail Polish

By: retrogurl
Posted: 05.17.2012
Categories: fashion, rockin' today

MAC Cosmetics to release press on nails

Just spotted on Style.com’s Twitter that MAC Cosmetics is bringing press on nails back this summer! Releasing in June, this teaser looks sooo good already! Can’t wait to see the full collection! Are you excited?

By: retrogurl
Posted: 05.15.2012
Categories: beauty/fitness