Archives for April 2009

Bring Wow to Your Brows!


BGs with beautifully sculpted brows!

When I was younger people always complimented me on my eyebrows. They always assumed that they had been arched because of their seemingly well-groomed shape. Apparently all of those compliments fell on deaf ears because during my early 20s, I decided to have the “professionals” pluck away at my natural arch.

Ever since I had them tweezed and waxed, they grow in much bushier and more disorderly than my “virgin” brows. I guess I should’ve left well enough alone, but hey, what can you do? Now I rely on visits to the salon and products like these to keep my brows looking beautiful!

TIP: For a natural arch, always use brow powders, as opposed to pencils, which create sharp, unnatural-looking brows. Also, use shades that are slightly lighter than your hair color. If you’re in the L.A or New York City area, make an appointment at the celebrity favorite, Damone Roberts Salon for red-carpet ready brows.

What do you do to keep your brows looking well-groomed? Do you tweeze, wax, or thread?


Sephora Arch It Brow Kit available at www.sephora.com for $35


Amazing Cosmetics Eyebrow Gel available at www.sephora.com for $14


Brow Ex-Press Kit by Anastasia available at www.sephora.com for $38


Duo Eyelash & Brow Comb available at www.sephora.com for $5


LORAC Take A Brow Set available at www.sephora.com for $22

**BTW, The winners of Lisa Nichols’ book, are: Laquita, Seymone, Mel, Dejoi, and Bianca R. Congrats and please email me your mailing addresses! 🙂

Live Your Best Life!

If the recession and massive lay-offs nationwide have given you a case of the blues, best-selling author and motivational speaker Lisa Nichols’ new book, No Matter What!: 9 Steps to Living the Life You Love will surely help lift your spirits. This Oprah-esque, inspirational self-help book encourages readers to fulfill their dreams by outlining the basic steps to making the most out of the life you want in a clear and concise way.


Available in bookstores nationwide and www.amazon.com for $24.99

What are your favorite uplifting books? Do you enjoy self-improvement books? If so, several lucky readers will win a copy of this book. Just leave a comment and the winners will be selected and announced tomorrow.

My Boyfriend’s Back!

This spring designers have brought back the popular 90s-style boyfriend jeans. Frays, rips, and rolled up hems create a comfortable, laid-back look that’s a huge hit with Hollywood starlets and fashionistas from coast to coast. Although this worn-in look has been seen before, it still manages to stay fresh!

Would you wear boyfriend jeans? What’s your favorite jean style?


Medium Wash Boyfriend Jean available at www.bananarepublic.com for $89


J Brand Boyfriend Jean in Vida Wash available at www.singer22.com for $275


Bebe Distressed Boyfriend Jean available at www.bebe.com for $129


Levi’s Boyfriend Jean available at www.freepeople.com for $248


Martin & Osa Selvedge Boyfriend Jeans available at www.martinandosa.com for $110


BDG Boyfriend Patchwork Jeans available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $29.99


ZCD Destructed Boyfriend Boot Cut Jeans available at www.macys.com for $48

Stylish Strands for Spring!


A few celebrity styles that I admire. Click photo to enlarge.

When it comes to hair, I’m the simplest girl around. If I’m not wearing it straight (hence all of my flat iron posts) and down, it’s in a classic, chic bun or in a pumped up ponytail. I admit, I’m not that adventurous when it comes to my tresses. In fact, many people would consider it to be downright boring! So this spring, I’m trying to get up the nerve to do something a bit cutting edge, but not too drastic.

How do you wear your hair? Natural, short, relaxed, curly? What celebrity styles do you admire? Will you be rocking a new do this spring?

Feeling Knotty?

From necklaces to dresses, knots seem to be everywhere this season. This tied-up trend adds an eye-catching twist to otherwise ordinary jewelry, while creating a stylish, gathered look with garments. Also, don’t forget your feet; even shoes are getting in on some of the twisted action!

Will there be knots landing in your closet or jewelry box this spring/summer?

Check out some of these items:


Banana Republic Monogram Printed Knot Blouse available at www.bananarepublic.com for $95


Urban Outfitters Metal Knot Necklace available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $78


Knotted Blouson Tee available at www.maxstudio.com for $78


Brita Knot Dress by Velvet available at www.tobi.com for $152


Kimchi Blue Knotted Suede Sandal available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $38


Knot Earrings available at www.esty.com/ericaweiner for $30


Moa Moa Knot Top available at www.dillards.com for $29


Metal Knot Earrings available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $28


Calvin Klein “Solaine” Sandal available at www.macys.com for $140