Roadtrip! Roadtrip! Roadtrip! As soon as Toyota dropped off my new Lexus NX, I was in love and all I could think of was the roadtrip I wanted to take that weekend….alas, it never happened. I caught a cold and the bed became my only adventure. But they decided to let me keep it a few days longer and the middle console charging pad and sleek design of this beauty became my travel companion as I headed to the #BeBrilliant
Part of my beauty routine revealed…. For most women, hair is their ‘crowning glory’ and their pride and joy but, for some women it can be a source of angst and frustration – and not just on ‘bad hair days’! I am not experiencing hair loss but I did go through a period many years ago when my hair was coming out and thinning. For me, it was huge because while my hair length was never my crowning glory, my
When Monica gets here, she’s not going to be happy with this smell…. Oh Monica, your place always smells so yummy when I visit. What is that scent? Hey, it smells pretty good in here. What’s the deal?! The first is my brother-in-law talking to my sister who is cleaning out her new office space. The second is one (of many comments) from a girlfriend upon entering my house….. The last is a male friend who couldn’t care less but
“I am a member of the Everywhere Society and Everywhere has provided me with compensation for this post. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.” As a curvy fashionista, finding the right pieces can be difficult. Sometimes, you just want the right stuff and the right information….. Well angst no more – pick the brain of a leading voice in the fashion industry and a globally recognized advocate for self-esteem at Emme’s Q&A, celebrated supermodel Emme! Plus-size and
It’s an aspiration we all have or share. And we all want to get it by doing nothing (or as little as possible). Well now you can…. I received the FlexBelt and was 100% skeptical. I saw a few celebs on the brochure and still wasn’t convinced, so I tried it out. Verdict? I think after using it three times, I could actually see a difference!! NO ~ my abs are not flat nor is there a “six pack” where
It’s a constant pursuit and, frankly, I’m not giving up! I’m going to be more fit tomorrow than I am today…. I have enlisted the support of Soybu. I love their stuff…and you’re asking, “what makes their stuff so special?”. Well, first off, everything has a cool name. Then the items are quality ~ you can wear, they take a lickin’ and keep on tickin’. They use eco-friendly fibers and then I love how it integrates into my everyday life.
I want to be the perfect travelista every time I’m on-the-road ~ that includes arriving at the airport with just enough time to get through security and to my gate but not so much time that I’m looking for something to do; with my one bag and carry-on that contains everything I need to look awesome but not so much that I’m annoyed when I find something and can’t fit it in my luggage; and, of course, looking and feeling
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias, Millstone® Coffee, and Mr. Coffee®. This is what my mornings have become…. Some fun, melodic tunes, a fashion magazine, and my morning coffee! I’ve always been more of a morning person but this new habit has sealed the deal – not to mention that I can do it outside on my deck before the
I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. I hesitated doing any post related to Mother’s Day and that’s simply because I don’t have a mother….anymore. My mother passed away in 2001 and since then, I haven’t actually celebrated the holiday – truthfully, I’ve tucked myself away from the day and the corresponding celebrations. This year I wanted to try
This is a sponsored post for U by Kotex through The bLink Marketing Network. U by Kotex provided me products to review. You can get a free sample from U by Kotex too at www.ubykotex.com/get-a-sample and Do the Demo. All opinions shared are my own. It’s a hugely personal event that takes place monthly but Kotex is trying to make it better for the women who go through major body shifts every four weeks. I am or used to be a
My sister is getting married, so I headed down to Atlanta for her bridal shower and a quick 24 hours of fun and laughs. To make the trip happen though, I had to plan for a big climate change (again) going from DC (30s) to Atlanta (high 50s), and I also wanted to make sure I was ready to hang out! The answer was in my fabulously stylish and comfy Tieks (thanks Tieks for sending me “caliente” which is what
You know ASOS, right? It’s a global online fashion and beauty retailer for men and women. Their target market is the 20s and early 30s so it may not resonate immediately with some of you but it’s always worth a peek. Style note: as it is based in the UK and given it’s target market, my recommendation will always be to size up one to two sizes depending on the give of the garment and the styling!! That said, they
These days options are endless including our “unmentionables”. How you select one item from another can totally depend on cost, quality, color, other preferences….or whether it’s made in the USA. While it’s admittedly not my first criteria, I love to support companies that support our economy, so when USA Love List said they’ send me some pretty underthings and I could give them away as well – it was an easy yes. I received the Sarah demi – and rocked
In life, we don’t get many opportunities to do what we love unfettered and with the aid of sponsorship. Thanks to Last Call Neiman Marcus, I got to go shopping….on their dime. They are in the middle of their “New Arrivals” event – basically lots of great pieces from Neiman Marcus but discounted up to 60% off! I scooped two pieces because, as I share with my clients, it’s about the right pieces, not lots of stuff. I’m continuously on
Sounds weird right? But it’s true ~ since you’re shopping, why not get a little back for what you spend?! If you shop using Ebates, you will! I discovered Ebates while at a conference earlier this year and even though I scooped these Chloe shades for nothing (gifted), I was enthralled by the concept of getting something more than a bill for shopping {sheepish grin}. Ok, so next you’re wondering if the stores you shop are available using ebates and
Any college girl heading back to school likely finds it a bit difficult to keep her wardrobe fresh and on-trend without blowing her book money….but Kmart and Sears are excellent options to help her make affordable fashion statements! Here they took one dress and did it up four different ways….. Which is your favorite? The “chic” look is my fave…plus a colorful belt! When you think of Kmart and Sears, think of brands like Bongo, Levi’s, French Connection, Kardashian Kollection
Girls Night In is a fun tradition that I share with my g’friends and while life has been somewhat hectic lately, we managed to sneak one in this past Saturday compliments of Sally Hansen! The weather was perfect ~ that matters because we started outside at the firepit with an Argentinian Malbec. We got in great conversation mostly about summer travel plans and a fall girls weekend that needed to happen {I can’t promise pictures from that…} After relaxing a bit
It was all Macy’s and Capitol File Magazine‘s idea to get the delightfully funny and sassy Daisy Lewellyn to M.C. the Spring Fashion Trends show. The results were learning, laughter, fun and, of course, fashion! We walked away with the #5Essentials for this spring: lace, peplums, dresses, printed pants/denim, and pullovers! We’ve been featuring peplums and lace {along with leather and jackets} on Pinterest, so check out our inspiration options. Besides getting to check out Ms. Lewellyn in action, we got
Don’t get me wrong, I love my living room ~ the colors, my accumulated items, and my overly busy coffee table (yikes!). That said, when Target approached me with the opportunity to use their new Target Threshold line to redecorate one room in my house, I jumped on it! The living room is my main entertaining area and it needed some love ~ an opportunity to bring spring quicker (fingers crossed) and create some color continuity~ and when I checked
That was me! Not sure if I was supposed to be but, the 2013 Ambassadors Ball at Carnegie Library (across the street from the official ball) had a life of it’s own. I’d say less formal gala and more high-end party…… There was a fashion menagerie from long sundresses (yes, sundresses) to full-length formal ball gowns to shorter, zestier looks likely found at another event. That said, we had entertainment by Biz Markie and the wonderfully gorgeous and gracious Miss
Are you still looking for an Xmas gift? Or perhaps you’re just tooling around the net to find something nice for yourself? Can we make a suggestion? Across last week and this week, we’ve been clearing the shelves” of all items and doing lots of giveaways in time for you to give something nice or just spruce up your own style quotient. Today, we’ve got a fabulous ladies watch that is part of Caravelle by Bulova crystal collection (retail value: $120).
I was gifted with this book, Renegades Write The Rules by Amy Jo Martin, and managed to read it between my blog posts, travels, holiday celebrating, and event creation meetings. It’s a quick yet effective read for anyone interested in upping their social media game and influence. Digital Royalty CEO Martin shares eight essential “Renegade Rules”: Be the Media Show Some Skin Unmask Your Motives Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable Ask Forgiveness Rather Than Permission Consensus Is the True Authority There’s
Across the next week or so, I’ll be sharing a couple of posts related to my standard winter/cold weather uniform as well as few key finds {beauty & fashion alike} from my most recent trip to Paris. That said, the temperature is dropping….fast and I’m sure we all want to figure out a way to stay warm but look haute without too much fuss. For me, part of the “formula” is using just a few essentials that can flex up
I call it stylish tech, but it is truly about how two disparate enterprises have collided, converged, and coalesced into something fabulous that has meant positives pushes forward for all! Until recently, the concept of stylish technology was limited to one brand but the surge of quick-n-fast technology solutions has finally pulled fashion into its whirlwind {it’s not curing world hungry but alas since we don’t walk around naked, we all need it somewhat}. What’s the first thing you think
OK so I had such a blast rocking the runway for #NYFW wearing my Old Navy Rockstar Jeans (colored skinny jeans) in kelly green and I’ve got pictures to prove it. It was not only fun but I may have found my new/latest calling!! It was exciting – the music, the behind-the-stage directions and guidance, the energy from the other bloggers walking and snapping quick photos, the crowd cheering as you hit the runway, doing your strut or sashay down
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