Archives for May 2009

First Lady of Fashion!

May 28, 2009

When it comes to our First Lady’s priorities, fashion is probably not at the top of her list. Although for us fashionistas and women who admire style and grace, Mrs. Michelle Obama is definitely at the top of ours. The regal beauty’s fashion sense is being praised in the new book, “Michelle Style: Celebrating the First Lady of Fashion,” by Mandi Norwood.

Chock full of photographs and impeccable illustrations, the book includes quotes from famous designers and industry insiders who admire our newest White House style icon. “Michelle Style,” is a cute book that also provides tips on the best sites to surf for bargain buys, as well as tips on how to dress for your body type.

Are you a fan of our First Lady’s style?

“Michelle Style: Celebrating the First Lady of Fashion” available at www.amazon.com for $19.99

**One lucky reader will win a copy of the book. Just leave a comment and a winner will be selected randomly and announced tomorrow!

**The winners of the scalp oil are Antithesis and Jeanie! Congrats! Please email me your mailing address info!

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Stimulate Your Scalp!

May 27, 2009

When it comes to taking care of our tresses moisturizing is key. I’ve been using SoftSheen Carson’s Roots of Nature Stimulating Scalp Oil for the past couple of weeks and have been impressed with the results. The convenient nozzle allows me to part my strands while easily dispensing the semi-fragrant oil, which is enriched with shea butter and green tea to help prevent breakage.

Since I have a super dry scalp, it’s imperative that I use products like this scalp oil that soothe and moisturize without creating that unwanted stringy, greasy look that so many other products create.

SoftSheen Carson’s Roots of Nature Stimulating Scalp Oil available at www.drugstore.com for $6.99

What do you use to combat a dry, itchy, and flaky scalp? Would you like to try this product? Just leave a comment and two lucky readers will receive a bottle. The winners will be selected randomly and announced tomorrow.

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Category: Beauty, Hair | 30 Comments

Splish-Splash in Style!

May 26, 2009

This summer take a dip in cool waters with chic suits that will definitely make a splash! Whether you like to go for teeny tiny bikinis or modest one-pieces, this season there’s a swimuit that will suit your needs.

If you’d like to create the appearance of an ample bust, try a suit with ruffles across the chest. To tame tummies, one pieces in solid colors will work best. To slim thighs, go for bottoms that tie at the hip. Whatever your shape, the key to looking fabulous is to exude onfidence. Just be sure to use sunscreen!

What’s your favorite style of swimwear? Are you planning any sunny vacations this summer?

O Beach Aloha Ring Frilled Bikini available at www.figleaves.com for $18 (bottom) -$21 (top)

Sliding Halter Top & Bottom available at www.victoriassecret.com for $14.50 (bottom) -$15 (top)

Badgley Mischka Tankini available at www.spiegel.com for $41 (bottom) – $108 (top)

Emilio Pucci Bikini in Coral available at www.madisonlosangeles.com for $343

Marc by Marc Jacobs Two-Piece Swimsuit with Buckle available at www.bloomingdales.com for $170 ($85 each)

Medallion Wide Band String Halter & Hipster with Ties Bikini available at www.jcrew.com for $44 (bottom)-46 (top)

Free People Ring of Light One-Piece available at www.freepeople.com for $198

Shapefx Triangle Bikini available at www.spiegel.com for $29

Vitamin A White Shimmer Paparazzi Cut-Out Swimsuit available at www.figleaves.com for $188

Solid Ruffle Tank Swimsuit available at www.jcrew.com for $80

Trina Turk One-Shoulder Swimsuit available at www.neimanmarcus.com for $147

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Category: Fashion | 14 Comments

May 21, 2009

In addition to the Fabulous Photos of the Week on Fridays, I’ve decided to occasionally include a “Spotlight” post which will feature indie artists, up-and-coming designers, stylists, etc. If you would like to be featured or know someone who would, please shoot me an email for consideration.

First up, Aisha Adair. This singer-songwriter

https://www.browngirlgumbo.com/511/

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Smudge-Proof Your Pucker!

May 21, 2009

Tired of your favorite glosses and lipsticks always leaving your lips? If so, perhaps lip stains are the answer to your beauty prayers! Unlike glosses and lipsticks, stains are virtually weightless, meaning you can’t feel anything on your pretty pout. Plus, they’re highly pigmented giving your pucker the right amount of color that’s usually long-lasting and won’t smear or smudge.

Are you a fan of lip stains? Would you try one?

Check out some of these:

Covergirl Outlash Lip Stain available at www.drugstore.com for $7.49

Laura Mercier Lip Stain available at www.sephora.com for $20

Benetint Pocket Pal Lip Stain available at www.sephora.com for $20

MAC Pro Longwear Lip Colour available at www.maccosmetics.com for $21

Stila Pomegranate Crush Lip Stain available at www.sephora.com for $24

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Category: Beauty | 11 Comments

Skirting Around Style!

May 20, 2009

Don’t let spring/summer pass you by without sporting a stylish skirt. Showing off your gams in a gorgeous mini or a sexy, silky skirt will surely get you noticed. Mix and match with fashionable tops, tanks and cardigans for endless options that are sure to please.

What’s your favorite skirt style? A-line, pleated, ruffled, mini, etc?

Check out some of these:

City Stretchy Silky Pleated Wrap Skirt available at www.nyandcompany.com for $34.95

Walter Water Color Plaid Skirt available at www.dillards.com for $112.80

Cotton Sateen Gateau Skirt available at www.jcrew.com for $59.99

Inverted Pleated Skirt available at www.martinandosa.com for $64.95

Pleated Full Skirt available at www.revolveclothing.com for $231

Wes Callie Pencil Skirt available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $69.99

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Category: Fashion | 18 Comments

Must-Have Hair Accessories!

May 19, 2009

With most weddings taking place in the spring/summer months, that means many of us BGs will be donning our ‘dos with pretty hair accessories. Even if you’re not attending a wedding this season, adding a bit of sparkle or a beautiful band to your coif with a hair ornament is a cute way of transforming your tresses during the warmer months.

Would you wear hair accessories? Are you attending any weddings this summer? If so, check out some of these:

Multi-Blossom Adjustable Headband available at www.andreabeau.com for $24 Get 20 % off all accessories when you enter the promo code “BrownGirlGumbo”