So…what is the Monday Poll?
Excellent question! It isn’t, contrary to its name, an actual poll, like with little clicky buttons. It’s just a list of more or less random questions I’ve been posting on this blog every Monday morning for the past quadrillion years (since 2007).
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Corals, rosy nudes and all the shades of pink! Red when I’m feeling it (like today).
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
In theory, yes, I don’t mind them, especially if you’re pressed (ha-ha!) for time and need polished nails in a pinch. In practice, though, no. I don’t like the feeling of something stuck to my nails and hands. It bothers me and I end up thinking about it and obsessing over it. Yes, I’m a weirdo that way.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no?
Heck yeah!
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
Liquid, please. It’s so much more forgiving under my eyes.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
Love it! Today I’ll take a matte red, in a warm reddish tone; I’ve got my eyes on Dior 999! If it’s stocked at my nearby Sephora that baby is mine. I need a lil’ pick me up.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
It’s definitely a big trend where I live in Marin county. Lots of ladies rock workout gear all day, every day, and they look super cute doing it, too. I tried it for a month and it wasn’t really my thing. I felt sloppy! Give me shirts with some structure, please, and pants that don’t cling to my butt.
7. Last person you texted?
El Hub. We talked about Connor’s cold, and if she was well enough to go to school.
8. Your breakfast today?
A Dave’s Killer Protein Raisin bagel toasted with butter. Oh, and a Nespresso, of course. It was an Odacio kinda morning.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
YARGH, I have to go and stop by a place in town that sells blinds and drapes in order to do some research. I was all set to get roller shades, but then it occurred to me that if Rosie hooked a claw into one it would all be over. I would like to find a window treatment solution that’s 1) isn’t too visually overwhelming so we can take advantage of our views of the oak trees, and 2) pet friendly.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
P.S. Here are the questions to copy/paste with your answers in a comment. Talk to ya soon.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
7. Last person you texted?
8. Your breakfast today?
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
P.P.S. Hi there, sweet friend! Here’s a hug and a wish for a great week ahead. we’ve got this! 🤗
1. What lip colors do you wear the most? Neutral pink, beigy pink
2. Press on nails: yes or no? Mostly no, but in an emergency….
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ? Sure
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer? Liquid or a light cream
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it? Leave it
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7? Once in a while it’s okay.
7. Last person you texted? My daughter
8. Your breakfast today? A Mango/Spinach smoothie & coffee.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week? I’m working on a soap challenge. (I make soap).
1. What lip colors do you wear the most? Medium pinks.
2. Press on nails: yes or no? No.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ? Reminds me too much of the garish blue eyeshadow we wore in the ’70s.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer? Liquid!
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it? With red hair, and rosy cheeks it’s not a favorite but I have one blue undertone Chanel red I’ll wear once in a while.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7? If I’m teleworking yes. If out in public, I prefer to put on a pair of jeans with my t-shirt.
7. Last person you texted? My husband.
8. Your breakfast today? Sourdough honey muffins baked this weekend with some blackberry jam.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week? Haircut after work on Wednesday.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Nudes
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
No. I have tried them, and No.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
I do like blue eyeshadow
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
Liquid
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
Red lipstick is very high maintenance. Definitely not something you can just throw on and go. I do wear it on occasion if given the time, and if I plan not to eat/munch on too much while I’m wearing it.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
24/7? I need to be in comfy sleep clothes at night, at which point I would definitely be getting out of workout clothing.
7. Last person you texted?
My aunt I think. (I don’t text much)
8. Your breakfast today?
Chocolate covered raisins (not ideal, I know), half an apple and am right about to drink my morning tea.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
Cut my daughter’s hair. It is time.
Have a good week 🙂
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Mauve and neutral rosy pink.
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
Not for me!
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
I’ve never found one that I loved on myself but I’m open.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
Liquid.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
If I wear red it’s a brick or brown toned red. As Tisha commented, true red is just too high maintenance for me. I like a sheer color that evenly wears off and that I can easily touch up.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
Workout wear has come such a long way and there are so many options. Of course there are times when athleisure isn’t appropriate, but if it works for your lifestyle, why not?
7. Last person you texted?
My best friend.
8. Your breakfast today?
Pumpkin overnight oats with some pumpkin cinnamon granola and fresh apple. I’m into fall flavors even if it is 90 degrees. And of course, coffee. Melozio still for me 🙂
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
I’ll have Friday and next Monday off so I’m looking forward to a haircut and some much needed relaxation.
Have a great week!
1. What lip colors do you wear the most? I’ve been liking lining my lips with a liner that matches my lips, and using a clear gloss.
2. Press on nails: yes or no? No. Absolutely not for me.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ? Yes!
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer? Liquid. I find it easier to blend.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it? Love it.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7? So comfy!
7. Last person you texted? My daughter when she got out of school.
8. Your breakfast today? A peppermint latte and a plain bagel with cream cheese.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week? I need to make a dentist appointment and a hair appointment.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Various iterations of red.
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
Not the rigid kind, but I do like the stick on manis.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
Sure.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
I like either liquid (Armani power fabric or luminous silk) or stick (cle de peau)
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
Love with all my heart.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
Not for me, way too sloppy and tight.
7. Last person you texted?
A friend about a cocktail I made (roasted plum and tequila)
8. Your breakfast today?
Red rice and quinoa rice cakes with mixed nut butter and banana, and a cup of coffee.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
Faith Ringgold show at the de young and checking out the dahlias in gg park.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Rosy, my lips but better shades. Occasionally I’ll wear red.
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
No!
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
Blue doesn’t suit my colouring but I can see how it would look better on others. So, no.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
Liquid
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
Love it!
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
It’s not for me. I don’t find that clothing comfortable- my skin can’t breathe. I only wear it at home (sometimes) otherwise I’m wearing jeans, nice shoes, nice sweater/shirt, with complimentary handbag and jewelry. I get looks when I go out shopping (especially groceries) as I look overdressed compared to those in athleisure.
7. Last person you texted?
My dear husband
8. Your breakfast today?
Roast beef sandwich
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
Shopping with my mom!
1. What lip colors do you wear the most? Mauves, roses, pinks and an when the mood strikes RED
2. Press on nails: yes or no? No
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ? Not really, no.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer? I have concealers, I just NEVER wear them. Can’t be fussed with them.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it? Love it! I’m fair with a neutral to cool undertone and a blue based red always works for me. But I really like a red that has a cinnamon brown undertone to it, too.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7? Not for me. I look like a slob in workout wear. It’s also just for working out in my opinion. I like to present a more pulled together look when I’m out in public.
7. Last person you texted? Dear Daughter. I started texting her at 6am PDT (she’s on the east coast so it was 9 there) and we’ve been texting each other off and on all day.
8. Your breakfast today? Piece of leftover roasted salmon and a cuppa Yorkshire tea. Then after my workout, coffee and a slice of cinnamon raisin toast.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week? Go to Nordstrom and have them remove the security tag from a blazer I ordered online. Sigh. Go through and declutter more drawers. Watch some French movies and TV shows while Dear Husband is away for business. Maybe rewatch some Korean dramas, too. Snuggle with Nibbler.
Good luck with the window coverings. Let us know what you decide upon.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Pinks and nudes
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
Yes for vacations. I just don’t grow nails. Horses make things complicated.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
A good blue can make brown eyes pop!
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
A pencil concealer! I’ve become addicted.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
Leave it. I just don’t like high maintenance colors these days.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
I wear pajamas and no makeup all day. I can’t judge.
7. Last person you texted?
My horse coach.
8. Your breakfast today?
I can’t fathomly remember.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
Get a new pillow. Seriously.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most? Nude blush or mauve and pinky coral in warmer months.
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
Not for me, I pick everything off my nails even regular mail polish – they would never make even one day!
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ? For sure. I love a nice blue or even blue-green. I think it suits so many eye colours and skin tones and always looks unique.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer? Liquid or cream, my skin is too crepey for stick.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it? I love it – ironically today I wore the beautiful new Le Rouge colour in the new The Bold collection from YSL it is terrific and lasts all day. It was a splurge yesterday because I have been good with saving lately.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7? Not On me but others look super cute in it.
7. Last person you texted? My sister, we were discussing if my 2 year old niece should get a haircut or not soon – she kinda has a mullet but still very wispy otherwise so I’m leaning towards don’t cut it lol.
8. Your breakfast today? Plain bagel not toasted and a banana.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week? A few family members from Ireland are heading home this weekend so going to dinner all together Friday night at a spot near our childhood home where we used to bike and walk and swim with my Dad when we were little and before he passed – his brother is so looking forward to seeing this area so it is exciting. Family is very precious and we don’t see ours often so it is great when we can.
P.S. big big hugs to you too Karen – you are right – we got this week!
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Mostly pinky nudes. (Nudie pinks?) Something along those lines.
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
No.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
Yes.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
Liquid.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
Love it.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
I don’t see a good reason not to.
7. Last person you texted?
My brother.
8. Your breakfast today?
Noosa coconut yogurt.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
Meeting up with a friend for lunch. Last time I saw her was in 2019, so I’m looking forward to it.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most? Nude or plum
2. Press on nails: yes or no? No way, they will come off almost immediately and they feel weird.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ? Only if it’s a rich navy with shimmer, like the Laura Mercier stick shadows.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer? I have all three, for different purposes.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it? Love it, particularly brick red.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7? Meh, it’s cute on young people but I do wonder if we have lost a sense of occasion in dressing. I am a fuddy duddy, though.
7. Last person you texted? My husband.
8. Your breakfast today? Pour over coffee with cream, Ozery morning round (cinnamon apple flavor), overnight oats with chia seeds and chocolate protein powder, mixed berries.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week? Bake the famous NYT plum torte.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most? Mostly MLBB when I wear any.
2. Press on nails: yes or no? No. My nails are generally in good shape, so there’s no point really.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ? No. My eyes are blue-green so it probably wouldn’t work.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer? Usually stick foundation as concealer. If I really needed it under my eyes, I would need to find a cream.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it? Love it, but unfortunately, everything turns very pink on me, even the orange reds. I’m not really willing to foundation over my lips, so I’m sort of stuck.
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7? Nope. I don’t wear leggings or sweatpants outside the house.
7. Last person you texted? Looks like my brother, confirming a present I had shipped for my nephew’s birthday.
8. Your breakfast today? Instant oatmeal and a Diet Dr. Pepper – standard weekday breakfast at my desk.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week? A whole bunch of medical appointments – still catching up on some Covid-delayed appointments.
1. What lip colors do you wear the most?
Red. It is my go to color and at the age of 43 I am confident enough to rock it daily.
2. Press on nails: yes or no?
No. I am not able to get them to stick.
3. Blue eyeshadow: yes or no ?
I love it in theory, but not on myself.
4. Liquid, cream or stick concealer?
Liquid. I only use cream on blemishes.
5. Red lipstick: love ‘it or leave it?
Absolute love!
6. Your thoughts on wearing workout wear 24/7?
No, I need structure in my clothes and in my days.
7. Last person you texted?
Family group chat.
8. Your breakfast today?
French croissants and a cup of Earl Grey.
9. Something you’ve got planned for the week?
Visit Valencia. It is only a short drive from where we are staying in France.