The Hunt: Black Pumps Under $60

After an unfortunate disposal of her beloved black patent leather pumps, my dear friend asked me to help her find some new ones in the price range of $60. I had a little too much fun looking for these because I think black pumps are pretty awesome. So classic, so versatile. I'm a big believer that you should have two pair, one for your office and one for your sexy night out. There's something for everyone here. Enjoy!

Clockwise from top right: Pour La Victoire, Vince Camuto, Michael Antonio, Kelsi Dagger, Forever 21, Call It Spring, Audrey Brooke, Mango, How Cool, Levity Center Shoe: Madden Girl

The Hunt: Oranges to Oranges

I enjoy looking at make-up...but that's about it. I see all the great colorful trends and find them to be beautiful; but the sad truth is that when it comes time to put on my own make-up I stick with the basics. However, I do have one make-up obsession: lipstick. I'm sure I have at least 20 tubes of color and gloss in my purse alone (thanks Mom). Lately, I've been lusting after an orange lipstick shade. I've tried on a couple to no avail (read: I looked like a clown). So I utilized the trusted advice of my friend and make-up artist (follow her on Instagram @makeupbylysi) and the talents of another friend and make-up artist (also on Instagram @bundleofjoi) to go on the hunt.

I picked a few shades that I liked and were recommended by Lysi, then left the rest up to Joi. She used Bobbi Brown makeup to start my look. Eyes: Shell and Toast with Vanilla Cream Stick as a base, Liner: Black Ink Gel, Blush: Nectar. We started with the colors I picked and then branched out to other variations of oranges. There were quite a few that looked exactly alike, some that showed up red, and some that didn't show up at all! I probably tried on about 12 shades but the three runner-ups are below.

Bobbl Brown Jenna is a creamy matte. I've never worn matte lipstick and I loved the way it looked but it had a hint of red.
MAC Saigon Summer was a soft orange, but it wasn't peachy...I really liked that. Still not the "POW!" that I was looking for.
Shiseido Tiger was another great contender but a little too sheer. 

Read more to see the winner!