For me, buying brushes is a lot like buying shoes – I have more than enough, but they’re just so necessary that I never feel too guilty having lots of options on hand!

This little gem from Bobbi Brown contains some of my must-haves, only they have sleek black handles and chrome detailing, all in one handy, beautiful case.

The set includes one each of:
• Cream Shadow
• Eye Shader
• Bronzer
• Ultra Fine Eyeliner
• Eye Shadow
• Blush
• Eye Smudge
• Eye Definer

Bobbi Brown Exclusive Black Plum Deluxe Brush Collection is available from Neiman Marcus for $250.

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On mornings like today, when I need to run out of the house in a hurry, I throw some makeup essentials in my bag in hopes that I might have time later in the day to apply it.

I usually take a second at home to put on some tinted moisturizer (CHANEL Hydramax is what I used this morning) and a little blush (today I used Benefit Dandelion) so my skin looks even and somewhat awake before I leave.

Here’s what I threw in my bag this morning:

• Clinique Long Last Soft Shine Lipstick in Deeply Rose I don’t think this shade is available any longer, but I love this formula from Clinique. It has a medium coverage that is really moisturizing—perfect for when I want to add a little color to my face without saying HELLO! LIPSTICK!!
• Bee Bar This Bee Bar lotion by Honey House Naturals is my new favorite find. It looks like a round bar of soap but it’s really a super dense moisturizer. This is great for moisturizing cuticles and uber-dry hands during the colder months.
• Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder Duo in Medium Ash This is one product I never leave home without. The medium ash shade is perfect for filling in my brows and giving my face a polished look without my brows appearing too harsh.
• shu uemura Eyelash Curler Between me and my girls, we go through about six of these shu uemura Eyelash Curlers each year. There really isn’t a better eyelash curler on the market, especially for Asian eyes.
• Lancôme Hypnôse Drama Mascara I know. Shut up about the Hypnôse Drama, right? Sorry, pal. This mascara has permanent real estate in my makeup bag and I doubt that will be changing anytime soon.
• CHANEL Aqualumière Gloss in BonBon Even though I’m not really a fan of brush applicators for gloss, I can’t get enough of CHANEL Aqualumière glosses. They are so glossy and smooth without a hint of stickiness. This shade is almost clear—perfect to wear alone or over lipstick.

What essentials do you throw in your bag on time-crunched mornings?

I’m a total sucker for a white winter jacket and this modern Soia & Kyo Sheena coat is just my speed.

I love the unique detailing and fun sleeves! This also comes in blue and purple…

Soia & Kyo Sheena Jacket is available online at SoiaKyo.com for $315.

L’Occitane makes one of my favorite cleansers around, so I’m always curious when they introduce a new one to their lineup.

This natural formula starts out as a “gentle cleansing water” that then transforms itself into a rich foam that gently cleanses skin. I’m curious about its scent, described as “lightly vegetal with hints of citrus.” Yum!

L’Occitane ‘Mousse Éclat’ Radiance Cleansing Foam is available from Nordstrom for $22.