In our recent post, The Eyes Have It!, Jo-Lynne shows the recommended eye treatment for her brown eyes, as suggested in Carmindy's latest book get positively beautiful. My eyes are green, and since Carmindy says that opposites attract, I am told to "try eyeliners or shadows in eggplant, … [Read more...]
Cutting Out Cutout Booties
October 21, 2008
This summer I was appalled by all the women wearing those hideous Gladiator sandals. You know the ones... In this case, it is most definitely not right to do as the Romans do! I just couldn't get past thinking about the tan lines left behind. Anyways, to say that I was happy that … [Read more...]
The Eyes Have It!
October 20, 2008
I've been reading Carmindy's latest book, get positively beautiful. She takes each facial feature and spends a chapter explaining how to maximize your assets using her makeup techniques. I was particularly intrigued by her chapter on eyes. According to Carmindy, "opposites … [Read more...]
Recipe for Gorgeous Natural Nails!
October 17, 2008
I would like to thank the academy, oh wait, wrong dream. I was asked by a fellow “Housewife” blogger to give you my review of natural nails. First let me start by confessing a few things. Up until a couple of years ago I was addicted to artificial nails. I tried them all -- acrylic, silk, solar, … [Read more...]
A few more thoughts on Rimmel
October 16, 2008
As I was reading Michelle's post yesterday I couldn't believe my eyes. She used to equate Rimmel with Wet n' Wild? Hadn't even given it a try until just recently? I started to wonder how many others have not tried this wonderful, inexpensive brand of makeup. Today I am here to … [Read more...]
A bargain so good, it’ll make you blush
October 15, 2008
I don't exactly live in a "metropolitan" area. Most of the time, that has its benefits. Less traffic. Less congestion. Slower pace of life. But, for the times I'd like to escape hide from my kids take a little break, living in the sticks has its limitations. There's nowhere to … [Read more...]
A bargain so good, it'll make you blush
October 15, 2008
I don't exactly live in a "metropolitan" area. Most of the time, that has its benefits. Less traffic. Less congestion. Slower pace of life. But, for the times I'd like to escape hide from my kids take a little break, living in the sticks has its limitations. There's nowhere to … [Read more...]
Nina Garcia’s The One Hundred
October 15, 2008
When I was asked to review Nina Garcia's guide to The One Hundred stylish pieces every stylish woman must own, I eagerly emailed my contact at Collins Publishing with an enthusiastic YES! I am an avid watcher of the hit TV show Project Runway, and I adore Nina Garcia. I love her understated … [Read more...]
Nina Garcia's The One Hundred
October 15, 2008
When I was asked to review Nina Garcia's guide to The One Hundred stylish pieces every stylish woman must own, I eagerly emailed my contact at Collins Publishing with an enthusiastic YES! I am an avid watcher of the hit TV show Project Runway, and I adore Nina Garcia. I love her understated … [Read more...]
