Archives for January 2011

Back in “The Game”

January 11, 2011

Last night I was invited to the exclusive premiere screening of my favorite scripted TV show, “The Game,” here in NYC. However, due to my absent-mindedness, I totally forgot about it! It wasn’t until about 10pm last night as I was feeding Ava that I remembered. Once you embark upon the journey of motherhood, it’s like your memory becomes complete mush! Well, since I missed the sneak peek, I definitely won’t be missing the premiere tonight airing on it’s new home, BET 10/9c.

Will you be watching?

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Are You a Frugalista?

January 10, 2011

Since the recession went into full-swing back in 2007, most of us have tried to cut back on our expenses. Author and blogger and fellow BG, Natalie P. McNeal took her scaled-back spending efforts a step further and documented her debt online for the world to see with her blog, TheFrugalista.com.

After divulging her $20,000 secret (debt) and having successfully found ways to stay fabulous while being frugal has resulted in a must-read book titled, The Frugalista Files. Formatted as a detailed debt diary, McNeal takes readers along on her journey towards financial freedom.

If you enjoy getting weekly manis and pedis and watching cable TV, but know that it’s killing your bottom line, then this book is for you!

How do you cut costs, while staying fabulous? Three lucky readers will win a copy. Simply leave a comment and a winner will be randomly selected and announced later this week.

**Congratulations to Product Junkie Diva for winning the Queen Collection lipstick. Please email me your shade of your choice and your mailing address!

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Queen Collection Launches New Lip Colors!

January 5, 2011

Looking for a new lip color to kick-start the New Year? Look no further than our favorite Covergirl, Queen Latifah’s, new Queen Collection Lip Color.

Each of the 24 richly pigmented, stand-out shades were made with us BGs in mind; so they’re sure to complement our lovely skin-tones. Not only do the colors pop, but they also moisturize giving us a pretty and hydrated pucker. From deep browns and spices to corals and reds hues, you’re certain to find your perfect shade!

Available at drugstores nationwide.

Do you plan on switching up your makeup style this year? One lucky reader will win one of the Queen Collection lipsticks (winner will select shade). Simply tell me why you’d like to try this new lip collection. The winner will be randomly selected and announced later this week.

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Great Makeup/Hair YouTube Tutorial Page

January 4, 2011

If you’re ever in the need for a fun, quick, and comprehensible makeup/hair tutorial, please check out one of the best – Bombshell Artistry! Plus, if you’re in the Chicagoland area and need to be beautified, check her out for personal bookings!

Do you use YouTube for makeup/hair tutorials?

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Event Alert: Urban Decay Gives a Sneak Peek!

January 4, 2011

Hello all of my beauty-loving Bostonian babes and fellow NYC makeup mavens, Urban Decay is coming to your town to celebrate its 15 Year Anniversary.

In honor of the fabulous milestone, the always on trend beauty brand is conducting makeovers and also introducing the 15-Year Anniversary 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil Set for an exclusive sneak peek before its February launch.

Packed in a reusable, windowed and magnetic silver-foil box, the 15 pencils feature 9 existing and 6 brand new shades of the 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, plus a sharpener.

$92 (if sold separately it would cost a whopping $264!)

The super luxe set will only be available for purchase ONLY at each store on the corresponding event dates on a first come first served basis. You know we girls love to get our hands on stuff before the masses, so here’s your heads-up!

Thursday, January 6th from 11am – 5pm at Sephora’s Prudential Center location (1800 Boylston Street, Boston, MA)

Friday, January 7th from 1pm – 7pm at Sephora’s Times Square location (1500 Broadway, New York, NY)

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Happy New Year!!

January 3, 2011

I can hardly believe that it’s 2011! Last year was an amazing year for me simply because I gave birth to an angel on earth – my daughter, Ava. It’s because of her that I work harder everyday and aim to be the best mother and role model for her that I can possibly be. Although I try not to set resolutions at the top of the year, I do have a few goals that I’d like to accomplish within the next 12 months.

One of them being, making more time for Brown Girl Gumbo. This year I hope to update more regularly and keep you guys engaged. I know that there are a bevy of blogs and other websites out there that you can choose from, but you continue to read BGG. I am forever grateful for your support and will strive to stay on your must-read list. Here’s to a great new year!!