One trend that’s sure to be hot this summer is the one-shoulder look. The style is popping up in this season’s prom dresses, is easily findable in clothing stores, and was a major hit on the red carpet of the Golden Globes this year. What makes this looks so popular is that it offers you the chance to look a little sexy, while still being covered … Continue reading One-Shoulder Trend
The highlight of my high school existence was getting ready for prom. Months before the big day I went shopping and found the perfect dress: a pale pink mermaid style gown with black bows adorning the bottom. Now, years later the possibility of me ever attending another prom is pretty much zero. Even if I had to go to a formal or charity event that … Continue reading Help an underserved teen go to prom: Donate your old dresses
April showers bring May flowers – we have all heard this rhyme at some point in our lives. So, now that April has begun and the rain showers are looming, I thought it was best to seek out the most beautiful and stylish umbrellas, worthy of a Rhianna music video. 1. MOMA Sky Umbrella – $48.00 2. Pink Gerbera Daisy Flower Umbrella – Folding Compact … Continue reading Under my umbrella (Ella ella, ay ay ay)
In the latest issue of People Magazine Lady Gaga revealed some of her beauty secrets. Here’s a breakdown of do’s and dont’s we can learn from what she divulged: GAGA BEAUTY DON’T The singer revealed her hair is falling out due to years of bleaching her naturally brunette locks, blonde. According to the magazine she said, “[I have to] get a chemical haircut because my blonde hair … Continue reading Learn from Lady Gaga’s beauty mistakes
There is a possibility I have what could possibly be an unhealthy obsession with buying new things. I love to shop, especially since I can do it from the comfort of my own home, and not be accosted by annoying sales people, or be forced to see the way the clothes is “supposed” to fit on a size 2 mannequin. Don’t get me wrong, I … Continue reading Online Retail Therapy – Why do you shop?
A new study published in a recent issue of the journal Media Psychology revealed that images of models can inspire people to achieve the same ideal shape, if accompanied by an article that gave tips on what the reader could do to achieve that modelesque body. The study showed that people who were unhappy with their shape and size spent more time looking at images … Continue reading Do magazine articles inspire you to want to look better?
As far as I could remember, I’ve always been obsessed with makeup. I like watching women apply makeup, applying it on myself, and browsing the newest products on the market. I don’t wear tons of makeup, but if I were going out for a night on the town, I would not feel prepared if I did not at least have a little lip gloss and … Continue reading Why do you wear makeup? Plus, stars without makeup!
Michelle Trachtenberg arrived at the Hollywood Domino Gala wearing a glamorous vintage-style Edition from the Georges Chakra Fall 2010 Ready to Wear collection. The white dress features a lace bodice and peplum. Be a head-turner with a comparable dress – Notte by Marchesa ($582.29). Brittany Snow wore a fabulous blue strapless Camilla + Marc dress to “Beastly” Premiere at The Grove in Los Angeles, CA. … Continue reading Dress like a celebrity
It’s very difficult to find vivid, rich, long-wearing makeup, especially for women with darker complexions. High pigmented makeup is great for all skin tones because it will show up under harsh photo and camera lights, and usually lasts longer than other types of makeup. If you crave brilliant hues then read on. Black Up Cosmetics is France’s #1 brand for women with ethnic skin colors. … Continue reading High Performance Pigment Makeup
Every 9 minutes, someone is infected with HIV. March 10th is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD). It’s a nationwide initiative, recognized by the U.S. very year, in order “to raise awareness about the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women & girls.” The Red Pump Project™ is a nonprofit organization founded in 2009 that not only raises awareness on this day, but urges … Continue reading Rock the Red Pump
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