What's in my Makeup Bag? (& December Must-Reads)

Question of the month: What make-up do you carry around in your handbag?

It's been a while since my previous "What's in my bag?" post, in which I also gave you a peek into my makeup bag, so it's about time that I shared an update! Here are a few of the items I'm currently toting around (although I do regularly switch out my lip products):

MAC Studio Fix (here), MAC Pressed Blot Powder (here), Lippy Girl Lip Love Lip Conditioning Stick, MAC Lipstick in Shy Girl (here), Za Plumper Lips Lipstick in Sunset Glow, NARS Lipgloss in Giza (here)

Non-makeup items in my makeup bag include hand sanitizer, hand cream, a nail file, hair ties, bobby pins, and Band-Aids. 

P.S. Don't forget to check out the other girls' answers to this question and their must-reads for the month of December (we're a bit late this time due to the busy holiday season).

• Alison*Elle - Alison shares a tutorial on how to make a super cute cupcake mani.
• Ella Pretty - Ella's posted her holiday party outfits, red skinnies & bubble necklaces. 
• Lilly's Style - Lilly's rocking a red blazer.
• Lindsay J Everyday - Lindsay tried a retro style dress & a new hemline...
• Love, Lipstick & Pearls - Kristen announced and shared her pregnancy story.
• Schnelle Couture - Danielle is expecting her little girl any day... or week now. Check out her 33 week BUMPdate.
• Sequins and Stilettos - Skylette says "December is THE month for red, right?"
• The Currently Obsessed - Mehreen OOTD : 19 weeks pregnant

Metallic Sparkle

As someone who is used to dropping considerable cash at my tailors, eShakti is a great option for getting well-fitting clothing without having to pay a ton. Through their website, customers can tailor any item's design and fit using a series of built-in customization tools for only $7.50 extra.

I decided to customize the Bow Collar Boucle Jacket (unfortunately now out of stock) with 3/4 sleeves instead of full-length ones and I think it turned out really cute. The metallic thread interwoven throughout, which was hard to capture on camera, also adds a fun bit of extra sparkle.

Jacket: eShakti (c/o) / Dress: H&M / Shoes: Nine West / Bag: Kate Spade
Watch: Michael Kors (here) / Cuff: Soo Ihn Kim (here)

By the way, how cute is my new Kate Spade Bow Valley Rosa? I had been coveting this for ages and was lucky enough to receive it for Christmas!

End of Year/Beginning of Year Snapshots

It's a little belated, but HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I'm finally back in Calgary after a whirlwind of travel (and many delayed flights). Seriously hoping that I can get over my jet lag and back onto a normal schedule soon! In the meantime, here are some snapshots from the end of 2012 and beginning of 2013:

Delicious crème brûlée at Teatro

Adorable handmade gift from Fort Smith

Brunch at Milestones with their popular coconut & pear pancakes

Lucked out with lots of legroom on my flight from Vancouver to Beijing

My new Miu Miu St. Cocco Bracelet in Antico

Bathtime bliss with H2O+ Sea Salt Bath Fizz

Some initialed decor for my mantel

Yummy Krigler perfume samples: English Promenade, Chateau Krigler, Relaxing Verbena

As always, you can keep up-to-date with my Instagram photos online or by following me @alison_elle.