halloween: makeup bag edition

Halloween has always been one of my favorite holidays—not just for the costumes or the candy, but for the moments leading up to the fun. It’s that time of year when my room transforms into a mini makeup studio, mirrors propped up, laughter filling the air, and all my girls gathering around to get ready together. And at the center of all this? My trusty Astrea’s Corner makeup bag. It’s more than just an accessory; it’s a symbol of how fashion and beauty can bring people together.

Every year, I’m reminded of how much I love the ritual of getting ready with my friends. There’s something magical about sitting in front of the mirror, surrounded by palettes, brushes, and lip gloss tubes, with everyone sharing tips, swapping products, and hyping each other up. My makeup bag, as simple as it is, becomes the heart of this process. It holds everything from the sparkly glitters we all fight over to the eyeliner someone always needs to borrow at the last minute. It’s not just a bag; it’s a memory.

This Halloween, I noticed it more than ever. One friend was rifling through the bag for a highlighter, another was testing my blush on the back of her hand, and someone else was holding up lip glosses to the light, trying to pick the perfect shade for their look. It was pure chaos in the best way—everyone leaning on each other for ideas, laughing at failed attempts, and celebrating the final looks. And all of it was made possible by the shared experience of pulling from that one little bag.

Fashion and beauty have a way of bonding people. It’s not just about the products themselves, but the conversations and memories they spark. It reminds me of how something as simple as a shared love for makeup can create moments of joy and friendship. Whether we’re dressing up as witches, fairies, or cute animals, the process of getting ready together becomes just as memorable as the night itself.

So, here’s to the Astrea’s Corner makeup bag and all the moments it brings to life! It’s more than just an accessory—it’s a reminder that fashion and beauty are meant to be shared, and that some of the best memories happen in front of a mirror, surrounded by the people you love most.

With love,

Annika