Get on the Neon Train! Cute Target Mossimo Shorts + Pics

So what does everyone think of this whole neon colors fashion trend? I'm a fan, probably because I was also a fan in the 80's. I had these this one pair of pants when I was 10 that were black spandex (don't judge) with one neon pink stripe down one leg and a neon green stripe down the other leg! I loved them. But then I went to school and a boy that we all disliked for being a total jerk-off was wearing the same pants as I was! How horrifying, for him mostly! I actually belonged in those pants and they were specifically girls pants, not unisex. Although I'm not into replicating that exact look, I'm happy to join in on the love for neon.

I have searched high and low for the perfect bright pink and bright yellow shorts and failed to be wowed. While in Target today, I found what I was looking for, at least as far as color goes. The pink is the perfect neon bubble gum and the yellow is a perfect super bright lemon yellow, exactly what I wanted. And the material isn't too bad either, kind of a soft lighter weight flat front chino short similar to the 3" JCrew chinos. The problem is they are only 2.5 inch inseam and I'm usually not comfortable with anything below 3" inseam. I do like these and they were only $17.99 but I'm used to wearing designer brands like Citizens of Humanity, Seven for all Mankind, Joe's Jeans, etc and so I am spoiled with amazing fitting shorts and jeans and there is a huge difference between how Mossimo fits and the fit of the brands I just mentioned. But Mossimo did do a better job than the pricier brands in creating some perfect neon shades so I give them credit. I'm not loving their sizing though. I bought 2 sizes up from what I wear and have worn for years in all of my other bottoms and they are STILL tight! But I'm working on stretching them out as we speak. So if you're looking for affordable shorts in an array of pretty neon colors, head over to Target and look for these "Fit 6 Lower Waist & Straight Hip & Thigh". And if you aren't used to Target sizing in the junior section, size up a couple (and then just tear the size tag off inside when you get home if it bothers you that you had to size up :)) Pictures below if you're interested, I definitely don't think the colors are as vibrant in the pics as they are in person.

A Reveiw: Benefit Stay Don't Stray Eyeshadow and Concealer Primer

Initially I thought this product was just another eyeshadow primer but I became intrigued when I learned it also acted as a primer for your under eye concealer, which is a totally new concept for me. I used this product for about four days and I have determined that I do not like it. Not as an eyeshadow primer and certainly not as a concealer primer. Now, I like the shade of the primer in that it is flesh toned and looks like concealer and the consistency is fine as well but it didn't work well to keep my eyeshadow put. In addition, it made my concealer look cakey and creasey. Two words you never want to be used to describe your under eye area. When I applied this to my lids, it left a sticky consistency behind which I hate because it doesn't make for a smooth canvas for your shadow to glide on and blend well. As for its concealer priming abilities, I'd rather have my concealer wear off by mid-day than add an extra layer under my eyes that is going to make it appear drier and more crackly. Not the look I'm going for. 

And moreover, Benefit kind of annoys me with all their gimicky products that promise to solve all of life's problems but with just above average results (except for They're Real Mascara, love!). I am a sucker for cute packaging and Benefit does nail it when it comes to that but I can't think of one product besides that mascara that they do better than anyone else or at least as good as everyone else. And quite frankly, their blushes break me out. As for Stay Don't Stray, I am totally straying. 

Primer Loves: Urban Decay Primer Potion, Too Faced Shadow Insurance, and for an affordable option Palladio Herbal Eye Primer (available at Sally's Beauty or ULTA for around $7!).

MAC Fashion Sets Collection Release in Stores May 3rd + MAC Online Promo Coe

Don't forget to get you some of the MAC Fashion Sets collection that is available TOMORROW in stores May 3rd (available now online). If you don't know, MAC is releasing the matching nail polish and lipglass to a whole array of their best selling lipstick shades such as Angel, Myth, Impassioned, Russian Red, Peachstock, Spice, Saint Germain, Snob, and more! They are available online now but MAC stores and counters will only be getting select shades depending on what region they are in globally. But as far as I know, if you are in North America, you can order from any of the regions online. Everything is still available as of now online except Razzlerdazzler lipstick, which is sold out and only available in stores in the Asia-Pacific region. It's so gorgeous so that's sad but I picked up the Razzlerdazzler lipglass so that's still half cool. As well as the Myth lipglass, that was a must have for me. Will you be picking anything up?

Not sure how long this will work but the promo code "txt" will get you free shipping. I used it tonight.