Gone are the days when hearing the words "Hard Candy" called to mind silvery-blue liquid eyeliner (though you can totally still get that if it's your thing). But if like me you'd rather leave the dramatic liners to the teen set, there's still a color-packed, stay-put, affordable makeup item (or ten) … [Read more...]
Post-Baby Style Hacks
February 24, 2015
Losing the baby weight is an adventure and it's definitely different for all. Even though I've lost most of mine at almost two months postpartum, things don't exactly look the same in the midsection. Skin and other parts have rearranged themselves interestingly, and until my baby figures out how to … [Read more...]
A Clutch is Clutch
February 20, 2015
An evening on the town calls for the right purse, but I often find myself awkwardly toting whatever day-bag I'm using at the time, simply for the sake of convenience. Then I get jealous when I look around the room and all the other gals present seem to have taken the care to stuff their little … [Read more...]
Paris in the Spring: Lancome’s New Hues
February 19, 2015
Wouldn't it be lovely if we could all pack a bag full of floral flocks and head to Paris for the springtime? If that's your plan, then enjoy it, girl. But the rest of us will be sitting here in marginally nice weather wearing inspired makeup to get us through. I get tons of press releases on new … [Read more...]
You Glow, Girl: Best Bronzers for Everybody
February 17, 2015
The fairly pink cheek is a favorite, and I definitely am not going to suggest it's on its way out. But as you attempt to put your best face forward for spring, can I suggest cutting the pale and warming things up with the right bronzer? It can all get so confusing -- powder, gel, cream? … [Read more...]
Gray Days: A Fashion Fix
February 16, 2015
That darn groundhog says we've got some hard winter time left on the horizon, and if your seasonal fashion philosophy is anything like mine, you're pretty bummed about the news. But before the onslaught of happy floral frocks and light tunics in every pretty color, why not embrace the gray for a … [Read more...]
Going Green: Spring Styles to Get Excited About
February 13, 2015
Spring is (almost) in the air, and what better time than now to invest in some key, colorful pieces that will wow? So many of us reach for seasonal neutrals like white, or pops of pattern like floral. But what about exploring the whimsical world of spring greens at some of our go-to shops? We've got … [Read more...]
3 Rubber Boots that are Anything but Basic
February 12, 2015
Slushy snow getting you down? Unable to wear your beloved Uggs outside these days? We hear you. But traditional rubber boots designed for combatting wet weather can be so boring -- or downright ugly. Here are our top three chic rubber boots from total steal to major … [Read more...]
Drugstore Beauty Buys
February 10, 2015
Every few months, I love to scope what's new in the beauty aisle at the drugstore. I find that purchasing seasonal or trend-driven products at super-low prices is a great way to figure out if they're right for me. (Why spend north of $30 on navy mascara if it ends up making you look weird?) So, … [Read more...]
