Archives for October 2011

Fall for Color

October 7, 2011

Even though fall is in full swing, that doesn’t mean that you have to ditch those bold shades typically reserved for warmer seasons. A great way to incorporate color into your cool-weather wardrobe is to opt for saturated denim jeans for a fresh fall look. From deep purples to burnt oranges, these jeans provide the perfect dose of color that’s slightly subdued yet incredibly vibrant!

Check out a few choices here:

 Pacsun Colored Denim Leggings available at www.pacsun.com for $39.50.

Pacsun Colored Denim Leggings available at www.pacsun.com for $39.50.

Blue Essence Denim Skinny Jeans available at www.nordstrom.com for $98.

 Blue Essence Denim Skinny Jeans available at www.nordstrom.com for $98.

 Current/Elliott Ankle Length Skinny Jeans available at www.bloomingdales.com for $168.

Premium Denim Colored Jeans available at www.forever21.com for $22.80.

Would you wear colored jeans during the fall? 

Category: Fashion | 2 Comments

BGG Chats with Queen Latifah

October 5, 2011

I recently had the wonderful opportunity to sit down with Queen Latifah. The incredibly humble and down-to-earth entertainer was an absolute delight. Check out my piece here on Parade.com.

Are you a fan of Queen Latifah’s? If so, what’s your favorite Queen Latifah movie, etc.?
Category: Uncategorized | 4 Comments

What’s in Your Makeup Bag?

October 4, 2011

Don’t let the title of the post mislead you. I’m talking about the nasty oils and bacteria that can accumulate on or in your make-up and make-up tools. Everything has an expiration date and makeup is no different. If you’re not careful, you can cause some serious damage to your skin. One of the quickest culprits to cause an infection such as pink eye is mascara. Although you may see many people pumping the wand inside their mascara bottle repeatedly, experts agree that this action immediately causes air to push bacteria back inside the tube.

Of course when applying your make-up, be sure your hands, brushes or sponges are clean to avoid skin outbreaks. Here are some general expiration guidelines:

Liquid Foundation: 3-6 months (Cream foundation can last 4-6 months)

Foundation in a bottle should last 3-6 months, but wide mouthed jars can expose the product to more air and should be tossed sooner. When the ingredients begin to settle or separate, the texture thickens or thins, or the smell changes, it’s time to throw it away.

Concealer: 6-8 months

Powders: 1 year

Mascara: 3 months

Lip gloss & Lipstick: 1 year

Are you guilty of trying to hold on to your favorite make-up products past their expiration date? If so, which products do you try to make last the longest?

Posted by: Khadijah C.

Category: Beauty | 4 Comments