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06/01/12Seven Summer Finds for Under $30!Summer has unofficially begun, and since there's so much going on right now, I thought I'd just drop by a few colorful pieces for your wardrobe that are all under $30! 1. Forever 21 2. Old Navy 3. Lilly Pulitzer 4. Wet Seal 5. American Eagle Outfitters 6. Gap 7. Anthropologie Posted at 02:36 PM Comments |
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05/29/12Crazy About ChevronI've been seeing this print everywhere lately and I absolutely love it! From clothes to cakes this print is definitely trending, and the great thing about it is it looks lovely any way and anywhere! Wear it, eat it, decorate with it…here are 10 ways to incorporate chevron in your home, wardrobe, and even your cooking! Dress Wall Art Bowl Couch Accent Wall Favor Bags Cake Cookies Earrings Handbag Posted at 11:17 AM Comments |
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05/23/12Home Décor with Paper ObjectsWhile some people spend their days infusing new style into their wardrobes with the turn of each season, some of us put as much thought into our nests, looking for new little pops of décor to add to our homes. With endless options, people like myself tend towards the DIY, the revamped furniture pilfered from the basements and barns of family members, the new uses for old this-and-thats. Really just...cheap. Better yet, free! With a little bit of creative skills—or at least time to browse Pinterest and Etsy—one of the most everyday objects in our lives can be made into great home decor: paper. Fold up squares into hundreds of different forms after taking in some YouTube origami tutorials—add hearts or flowers to wire stems to make colorful (or neutral)... Posted at 09:40 AM Comments |
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05/18/12Nail It! Summer 2012 TrendsBefore we all know it, Memorial Day will be here and summer will unofficially start. Personally, I can speak for many people when I say I'm looking forward to warm summer days. To help you get ready for the upcoming summer, here are some tips on trending nail polishes: This set features the hottest colors for summer: hot pink, a saturated orange, and a shimmery pink with copper glitter. This is the Zoya Blogger Collection, available through Birchbox (you don't have to be a member to purchase). A bit of a advice: these are jelly polishes, and thus won't opaque completely. The finish is similar to having a jelly bean on your finger tips. This set from Kate Spade features colors inspired from Florence Broadhurst, a noted designer from Australia. While this... Posted at 10:48 AM Comments |
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05/14/12Trending: The High-Low SkirtThe high-low skirt—some call it the mullet skirt, with a little party in the front and business in the back. It was love at first sight for me…I found a mustard yellow one at Forever21 and made my purchase back in December. The other day I was searching through my wardrobe and guess what I found: my mustard yellow mullet skirt, with the price tags still on it! I’m sure you're thinking how could I let something so adorable just sit in my closet? I don’t know about any of you but for some reason I have had the hardest time pairing it with the right shoes and shirt. So I've done a little Pinteresting and blog searching and have found several different ways to wear the high-low skirt. Above are three of my favorite style bloggers. These... Posted at 10:04 AM Comments: 1 |
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05/04/12Nautical NecessitiesI have always lived within walking distance of a river. Growing up, I spent much time near the Ohio River, in college I was a few blocks within the Kanawha, and now I'm back next to the Ohio. I love living near the river, it brings a certain element of peace to my soul. As one might imagine, being so close to a river allowed me to spend a fair amount of time boating, which is one of my absolutely favorite things to do when weather allows. Now that spring is here with summer close on its heels, it's time to get back on the boat and get cruising. Here are some nautical-inspired ideas that are great both on and off shore. Clockwise from right: Barbour Summer Wax International Jacket, J.Crew Sailboat Critter Shorts, Lilly Pulitzer Camie Dress, Cape Madras Nautical... Posted at 08:52 AM Comments |
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04/27/12Bringing Nature HomeI thought I’d extend the celebration of Earth Day a little by sharing a couple all-natural, homemade body scrub recipes. They are super easy and actually a lot of fun to make. Invite some of your girlfriends over and make them together or put some in a cute jar and give it as a gift. With summer just around the corner, I wanted to make something that would rejuvenate and refresh my winter skin. So I thought this lemon body scrub would be perfect! It was very easy to make (my kind of recipe), and I found all of the ingredients in my cupboards. All you need is ½ cup sea salt, ½ cup sweet almond oil (I used olive oil), ½ teaspoon lemon zest, ½ teaspoon orange zest, and to make it even more lemony, I added the lemon juice of 1 lemon. This made my... Posted at 10:24 PM Comments |
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04/20/12Birchbox Delivery! Beauty Samples at Your DoorMost anyone who uses makeup has a makeup junk drawer. For some, it may be the bottom drawer in your vanity or a box sitting on a closet shelf, but they are all the same. Shades of lipstick that didn't look good, the skin cleanser that breaks you out, it's all housed in there until you give it away to a friend or trash it. Even though many stores now allow you to return used cosmetic products for any reason, most of us still hold on to the junk. What makes my heart break is when I calculate the amount of money that sits in my junk makeup box. While it's fairly easy to get samples of perfume, it's much harder to find samples of new and innovative products that aren't sold locally. Or maybe you're looking to get out of a beauty rut, when you've tried... Posted at 12:20 PM Comments: 3 |
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04/13/12Suit Your StyleToo early for swimming? Maybe a little, but it’s not too early to start shopping for that bikini. I don’t know about any of you, but even though I absolutely love shopping I dread shopping for swimwear. I always wait until two days before leaving for the beach and always get stuck with a plain ol' boring bathing suit. So I started my shopping early this year and have already found some super cute one pieces and bikinis. So I thought I'd share some of the suits I've found for all body types! I was amazed at all the adorable one piece bathing suits I’ve seen so far. I love the pale purple tulle-wrapped tank. The ruched mid-section adds great shape and coverage, flattering any proportion. If you want to show a bit more skin, but don't want... Posted at 09:14 AM Comments |
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04/06/12Splurge or Save on Makeup ProductsAs a makeup addict, you wouldn't be too surprised to find me wandering around Sephora or Walgreens at any time of the day. As a woman with a sizable makeup collection, I'm always looking for something new, something fun, and frankly there hasn't been a lot of makeup innovations lately. However, due to my “scientific” testing, I have come to discover which products are the best to save on and where you should really put your money. Nail polish has an astonishing price range, with a full bottle on Target's shelf starting around $3 all the way to Nordstrom, where a designer polish can average almost $30 a bottle. To make this easy all polish under $10 is a “save.” The polish most used in salons and spas across the world is... Posted at 09:42 AM Comments: 2 |
