Archives for 2019

October 16, 2019

CHI and BioSilk, Fall and Holiday 2019

Brand new at ULTA for Fall 2019, CHI is launching their Lava Ceramic Curling Irons in 1″, 1.25″ and 1.5″ barrels – their 1st spring curling irons combining volcanic lava powder with CHI ceramic. $64.99 each from ulta.com

Whether you are shopping solely on Amazon Prime this year or heading out to your local Target, CHI and BioSilk have you covered! Give the gift of great hair with their special edition tools and gift sets. The collage below shows just a sampling of the available items.

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October 16, 2019

Veil Cosmetics Dual-Ended, Vegan, Makeup Brush

Veil Cosmetics, known for their weightless beauty products, recently launched a DUAL-ENDED, VEGAN, FOUNDATION/CONCEALER BRUSH. The custom-design was thoughtfully created by Sebastien Tardif, the makeup artist behind celebs such as Naomi Campbell, Nelly Furtado, and Olivia Palermo to achieve a flawless airbrushed finish.

BRUSH ANATOMY:

  • Dual ended fluffy rounded tips — to allow pigment to easily disperse
  • Faux-mink vegan bristles — that are easy to maintain and don’t shed
  • Metallic gold wooden & ferrule handle — made for easy application
  • Designed to reveal REAL SKIN
  • Available on amazon.com and veilcosmetics.com 
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October 16, 2019

Incredible Confidence Tips For Party Season

With party season just around the corner, it’s important you’re feeling as confident as you can possibly be. From Christmas parties to New Year’s celebrations, it’s time to start thinking about what makes you feel confident. From a killer outfit to investing in some new makeup, you need to know exactly what makes you feel great. With that in mind, here are 5 incredible confidence tips for the upcoming party season: 

– Find Outfits The Make You Feel Great

One of the best ways to feel confident this party season is to ensure you have outfits that make you feel great. Although you may feel as though you need a different outfit for each event, having a few outfits that you know make you feel good is more than enough. Whether it’s a little black dress or an incredible suit, feeling confident often comes down to how comfortable you feel in your clothes. For a guide to feeling comfortable in what you wear, you can visit this site here. 

– Invest In Shapewear

Another great way to ensure you’re feeling confident is to invest in shapewear. Whether you’re self-conscious about your weight or you need a security blanket, shapewear is a great investment. For more information, you can visit Juliet Shapewear here. 

– Visit The Hairdressers For A New Do

Although you may not be able to have your hair done before every single event you attend, you can book yourself in for a new do. Whether this means having it cut, trying a completely new style or booking in for a new colour, you may be surprised how much difference a new hairstyle can make. If you’re looking for inspiration when it comes to your new hairstyle, Pinterest and Instagram are great places to start. 

– Ask For Tips And Tricks From Your Friends

If you’re still worried about your confidence, you might find it helpful to confide in your confident friends and family. Not only will they be able to offer you tips and tricks when it comes to confidence but they will also be able to offer you support when it comes to the events you attend. Whether they’re attending at your side or texting you moral support, friends and family can do wonders for your confidence. 

-Deal With The Small Issues  

It’s often said that the devil is in the details. When it comes to the confidence you need to win over a crowd at a party, this is absolutely true. That’s why you should make sure that you are getting rid of any blemishes or issues that make you feel awkward or embarrassed. For instance, you can explore skin lesion removal treatment if you have had a spot or lesion on your face for a while that won’t go away and that makeup can’t hide. 

– Don’t Force Yourself To Go To Every Party

Finally, it’s important you’re not doing more than you can handle. The party season can be incredibly busy and if you’re attending every single event you come across, chances are you’re not going to be feeling your best. If you’re run down and exhausted, your confidence is also going to be at an all-time low. 

Make sure you’re thinking about which events are the most important to you, prioritising your wellbeing and health. Chances are, you won’t miss too much. 

Are you worried about the upcoming party season? How can you ensure you’re feeling as confident as you possibly can? Let me know your thoughts and ideas in the comments section below.

 

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October 15, 2019

Rebel Wilson & Jenna Ushkowitz Budget Friendly Red Carpet Style!

Rebel Wilson looked chic and polished in Adrianna Papell’s Mock Neck Dress with Contrasting Bowtie while attending the academy screening of  Jo Jo Rabbit ($127, www.adriannapapell.com).

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October 15, 2019

Autumn Must Have for Beautiful Skin All Year

It’s official, summer is over. With the changing seasons, it’s time to prep for cooler weather. Avoid dry, scaly skin this autumn by treating your body right with Aveline. The Aveline Razor, Salt and Sugar Body Scrub, Shea Butter Shave Cream and Botanical Body Lotion are here to help exfoliate, shave and moisturize so your skin can stay in its best shape all year long.

The Aveline Razor is the latest tech in shaving with its innovative, ergonomic design. The razor’s multi-pivot function gives women the smoothest shave possible while the finger-controlled handle allows for an optimally controlled shave. Not to mention, its moisturizing strip contains Vitamin E, aloe and lavender oil to help keep your skin glowing. After using the Aveline Starter Kit, how could you not have amazingly touchable and bright skin, even in these colder fall months? 

Available on Aveline’s website, a single razor sells for $10. Refill blade packs sell for $10. Aveline offers subscription options at the frequency of your choice as well. Subscriptions are offered at $8 for a single razor and blade cartridge. After the delivery of the initial razor, each subsequent delivery will include 4 refill blades for $10. For more information, please visit AvelineRazor.com

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October 15, 2019

Choosing a Watch for Your Groom: A Guide

A wedding is often referred to as the bride’s day, but ideally it should be as special and memorable for the groom as it is for you. Why not plan a few surprises for him throughout the day? You could book surprise entertainment which you know he’ll love, surprise him with your own speech during the meal or even an album of boudoir photography which you can give him when you’re alone! 

To kick-off the day of surprises, a great idea is to give him a gift which he can wear throughout the day like a stylish and classy watch. You could even get it engraved with a personal message. Here’s a guide to choosing the best watch for your groom on your special day. 

His style and personality

It’s obviously important that you choose a watch which he will love and which is special enough to mark the occasion. There are more styles of watch than you might realize so it’s important to do some research into your options. It could be a dressy watch which he can wear on special occasions or something a little more understated to be worn more regularly for work. 

Take note of other watches or accessories he wears to decide if you opt for gold, rose gold, chrome or silver. Some men may prefer a leather strap to a metal one or a digital face rather than analogue. Perhaps he is already a fan of a particular brand? This watch is something you want him to treasure forever, so don’t rush into a decision. 

The budget 

Your budget is also going to be important when choosing which watch to buy for him. While you might assume that you should spend as much as you can afford, if he is not someone who generally buys himself expensive clothing or accessories he may be uncomfortable wearing something which is flashy and valuable. There are plenty of watch makes and models on the market to suit every wedding budget, each with their own unique style and working features such as high quality Raymond Weil watches.

His lifestyle and interests

You should also consider his lifestyle and interests when making your choice. Is your groom someone who loves technology or does he prefer to be active in the great outdoors? If his watch is something you’d like him to be able to wear regularly then you should consider features like water resistance and long battery life. If he is a sportsman he may prefer a smartwatch with fitness tracking capabilities. Men who can’t wear a watch for their work may prefer a dressier style which they can wear on nights out and for celebrations. 

Engraving a personal message It’s a personal choice, but engraving a personal message on the watch is a lovely way to commemorate the day. You could use the date of your wedding, a pet name you have for him or a romantic message, it will help to set this gift apart from anything else he wears.

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October 11, 2019

Turning The Security Line Into A Fashion Runway

Entrepreneur’s clear handbags make style points and sense for any event. 

No one likes waiting in long lines and sporting events are notorious for them, especially when thousands of fans are moving at a snail’s pace to enter a stadium before a game. There’s a good reason for that  — heightened security, which includes stadium officials checking the insides of purses and backpacks. While that’s a comfort for fans, the human logjam can also create quite an inconvenience. For Deni Sciano, an avid sports fan stuck in line for hours when a playoff game started, it created an opportunity to speed up the security process— as well as a stylish new way for women to show support for their favorite teams. Sciano’s clear handbags, called the Game Day Clear Collection (www.scoregamedaybag.com), are her solution. These sporty purses of passion and fashion meet stadium security requirements for NFL, NCAA, and high school stadiums, allow for a much quicker security look, and are available in all major and college team colors. Key features of the Game Day Clear Collection handbags are: * Machine-stitched seams — not heat-sealed — for strength and durability. * A sturdy, 45-inch cross-body chain and D-RIngs on either side for dangles and keys. * The bags are garnished with rhinestones and featuring Sciano’s signature style that blends polka dots with team colors. * A matching, slim interior-privacy pouch for sunglasses and credit cards, along with the convenience of a clear event-ticket pocket for quick scanning at the event. *Quality metal hardware on every bag, which is built to last by being crafted with the thickest polyurethane. 

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October 11, 2019

Tips On Picking Out Jewelry As A Gift

 

Jewelry is a beautiful accessory that not only complements an outfit but also says something about the person wearing it. We all have different tastes, and our taste on jewelry is often different too. And that can make it difficult when it comes to shopping for it as a gift. Here are some tips on picking out jewelry as a gift.

 

 

 

Look At What They Currently Wear

Most people wear jewelry to some degree, and you may be able to get an idea of what they like just by seeing what they wear on a daily basis. Play detective and if you get the opportunity to look at their jewelry stand when you’re with them, then make a mental note of everything. Look at what they wear on a daily basis and what they might post on social media. There is plenty of opportunities to find examples of when they have previously worn something on a night out, and there will be plenty of photos online or that you may have on your phone or camera of times where they’ve worn jewelry. 

Once you have an idea of what they currently wear, it’s time to figure out their exact wrist size; you do not want to end up buying an expensive piece for your loved one, only for it not to fit them. Knowing their wrist size will make it effortless to shop, especially if you are shopping for kids.

One of the best ways to know the size of a person’s wrist is using an online bracelet size chart. This is relatively easy as all you will have to do is read through the simple instructions and follow any physical steps needed. If not, you can take their current jewelry and use it as a size reference while shopping.

If the gift is not a surprise, you can take your loved one shopping with you for them to pick exactly what they want. There is no written rule on how to shop for jewelry. All you have to do is figure out what they like by observing them, know their exact size, and you will be good to go!

 

Go In-Store For A Visual Experience

When shopping for jewelry, it’s something that’s worth seeing in the flesh, rather than online. After all, you don’t want to get an experience from bayam, so it’s better to go to an actual store to see and try on the jewelry. If you can, you can try and subtly do this with the person you’re intending to gift. However, it might be better taking someone who has a similar arm or finger size if it’s a bracelet or ring that you’re getting. You don’t get the same customer service experience online as you do in-store. They also may have advice on what to pick based on what information you give them. When shopping online you’re merely going off what you have thought about. There’s no one there to help or guide you unless there’s a virtual shop assistant available. It’s just not going to be the same though, so always shop in-store.

 

Their Fashion Style

Their sense of fashion style will be an indicator of what they like. If they have quite a colorful wardrobe, then they may like the same when it comes to their accessories. Some people have a preference when it comes to color or patterns, and so it’s worth having a little look at their daily wardrobe and what features the most in terms of style and color. There’s chunky jewelry, jewelry that’s more subtle or pieces that are glamorous. The person you’re gifting it to will certainly have a dress style and that will help.

 

Play It Safe

If all else fails, it’s a good idea to play it safe. Try not to go too experimental and get something simple. Shop around online and consult the jewelry store’s blog if they have one for advice on first time shopping for a friend or loved one.

A piece of jewelry always goes down well anyway, so you’re certainly going to get a positive reaction.

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October 10, 2019

Overcoming Life’s Most Stressful Chores

It’s no secret that life can get stressful sometimes. Everyone will feel this different, with some worrying about every choice and move they make, and others drifting through life with very little care. Of course, though, there are certain things which will make just about everyone feel the heat. As time goes on, stresses like this are becoming increasingly common in the modern world, and loads of people have to take on stressful chores each and every day. To help you out with this, this post will be exploring some of these jobs, giving you some ideas which will help you to make them a lot less pressing.

Finances

Money can be stressful for a number of different reasons, with people worrying when they don’t have enough of it, and also when they don’t understand what they have to do with it. This field is both complex and essential, and managing it correctly can have a huge impact on your life. Filing taxes, for example, is something which most people have to do, but very few feel comfortable with. There are loads of services around the web which are designed to help you with this. Accounting tools are some of the most popular, though a lot of people have also started to look toward automated systems which can handle complex calculations on their own.

Moving House

While moving home is an exciting process, it can also be looked at as one of the biggest chores you will ever have to handle. People have to go through this process all the time, though you will probably only move a handful of times during your life, and this can make the process confusing. People spend a long time searching here and there to find the solution to this problem. In most cases, simply using a moving company is the best way to make it less stressful, with businesses like this providing you with all the support you need to take away some of the stress.

The Danger Zone

No matter how well your home has been built, there will always come a time when repairs have to be made. A lot of people are choosing to rely on DIY to handle issues like this in the modern world, with this being one of the best ways to save money. Of course, though, there are a lot of dangerous jobs found in modern homes, and this can make the whole thing a lot more stressful than it has to be. When working on electricity or gas, for example, it makes sense to simply suck up the costs and use a professional. You can handle other DIY jobs, but the ones which could hurt you should be left alone.

With all of this in mind, you should be feeling ready to take on the challenge of taking the stress out of your unusual chores. There are loads of people out there who can support you with a task like this, and it’s always worth looking for professionals when you find yourself stuck.

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October 9, 2019

Do You Care About Authentic Products?

Since the very earliest days of craft and manufacturing, people have always worked hard to ensure that their work stands out from that of other people. Marks would be used on ancient metalwork, brands have long labelled their goods, and companies work tirelessly to make sure that they are recognised for their work. Of course, though, when it comes to the consumer, do authentic products really matter? To help you to answer this question, this post will be exploring some of the factors which play into this, giving you the chance to decide whether you care about authenticity or the benefits which can come with a fake.

The Good

One of the primary reasons a lot of people will buy fake products is because of the price. The items which are made like this won’t have been produced using the highest standards or best materials, and will demand a much lower price than their counterparts. Along with this, a lot of them will be made, making it easy to get your hands on them, with real examples often being impossible to find. People often buy items like this when they can’t afford the real thing, but still want to convey the look of luxury which comes with them, and this has seen large communities form around the web which help one another to find convincing fakes.

The Bad

A lot of people assume that the only bad side of this is felt on the part of the brands whose products are faked. A pair for fake sunglasses can lose the original designer money, while also impacting their reputation, as counterfeit products are usually far lower quality than the real thing. Of course, this also impacts the customer, as they won’t have something which lasts as long, and it may even be possible to tell that the item is fake based on the fit and finish of it. Fakes can often hurt the markets they are part of, taking money away from those putting the time and effort into creating unique designs.

Should You Buy Fakes?

Finally, as the last part of this, it’s time to consider, based on the information above, whether or not you should be buying fakes. There are a number of different angles which you can take with this, with one of the most popular justifications being that large brands don’t need more money, and shouldn’t be charging so much for their work in the first place. Alongside this, though, some would argue that regardless of price, brands should be able to get recognition for their work, and authentic sales form a large part of this. Whichever side you sit on, it’s easy to see that fakes send massive ripples through the industries which they call home.

A lot of people wear fake clothing or carry counterfeit devices, and this is something which a lot of brands are fighting hard against. In reality, though, this can only influence the industry if people buy into fake goods, and this makes it easy to have no part in it.

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