March 2011
15 posts
Hair that makes us go GAGA!
“Just go with your gut. Whenever you try to be someone else, it’s boring.” -Lady gaga
Sure, she can be a little out there. But, you’ve got to admit - this lady has guts! She’s been the inspiration for TV shows, fashion shows, pictorials, and even sometimes (although it’s on a much less dramatic scale) for stylists.
But, to all of the “Gaga...
If you're planning on soaking up some rays this... →
“Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint you can on it.”
– Danny Kaye
Shut up and lace it!
Sometimes it’s nice to be reminded that the classics never go out of style! Lace has always been more on the romantic side of fashion, but that doesn’t mean that it has to stay there. Bring lace to 2011 by mixing it in with sequins or bold prints. Try something like a floral print tank, topped with a sheer lace button up blouse. Want to play on the bright colors this spring? Mix a...
“I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do...”
– Edward Everett Hale
Help the people of Japan through this time of...
Our hearts and prayers go out to the people on Japan suffering from the loss and devastation brought on by this past weekends events. Thousands of people are dead, and still thousands are missing. If you would like to make a donation, below is a link to the organizations that are working on relief and recovery in the region, and information on how to donate:
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“I would rather be a superb meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a...”
– Jack London
For every dark winter, there is a bright spring to...
Put away your pastels and try something a little more bold. Mixing bright patterns and solids is a great way to lighten the mood this spring. They say that the way you dress directly effects your mood - so, embrace the brights! I know that this look may be a little much for some people. A great way to transition into this adventurous style would be some to squeeze into some skinny jeans, with a...
“BE the change you want to see in the world.”
– Mahatma Gandhi
We always knew that women really wore the pants...
Now more than ever, women are taking over the world; and bit by bit, we are changing fashion. One of the hottest trends right now is putting away those mini skirts and flowing dresses in exchange for tailored trousers. When worn correctly, this look can give your confidence and make you feel sexy. But, done the wrong way…it has the opposite effect. So, here are a couple of tips for being...
“In each of us are places where we have never gone. Only by pressing the limits...”
– Joyce Brothers
Be chic AND comfortable...
Need a little push to get out of your winter blues? Take a lesson from actress Olivia Munn. She was spotted in the East Village yesterday hailing a cab and looking great! She managed to stay comfortable, yet stylish, in a basic cotton knee-length skirt with black tights. Pop on a casual leather jacket and a pair of heeled boots and BAM! This is a great example of how things as simple...
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.”
– Mahatma Gandhi
Spring Beauty Trends 2011
Matte lipstick - High shine lips are great, but wind + hair + sticky lip gloss = goopy disaster! Save yourself the trouble by using matte lipstick. Another bonus – it lasts longer when applied the right way! Begin by applying a light layer of concealer and then brushing a small amount of powder over your lips. Then, line your lips with a lip liner that best matches the shade of your choice. Next,...
