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Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Zoya Nude Nails - 2014

Spring has finally arrived, both the calender and Atlanta weather are finally coming into sync.

The nude nail will always be a favorite during the warmer months and there are many color options available including blush, pink, creams, and chocolates. Yes, a chocolate nude.

Zoya Polishes are long lasting and toxin free. The brand was recently named by Martha Stewart Weddings as the Best Natural nail polish. Is a better endorsement needed?

I'm enamored with Zoya PixieDust polishes. While they can be worn alone, I normally try and find a comparable shade as a base coat, and then cover that with the Pixie Dust polish. The Zoya Pixie Dust in Godiva, is a beige nude with heavy sparkle.

Zoya's Amanda shade is peachy cream polish with pink and brown undertones. A beautiful shade for darker skin tones.

The Rue shade is a nude pink shade. Part of the Naturel Collection and can be mixed with other colors in the collection to create your own shade. Also included in the collection is the Taylor shade. A light toffee cream color. Click here to view the entire collection for ideas on tone on tone coloring.

Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Oh. He Vouged??

I'm sure by now, you've had a chance to chime in on the Kanye and Kim cover, but how cute is Kermit and Miss Piggy's mock cover?

Too funny.

Kim's cover photo features her in a white strapless Lanvin wedding gown, and the inside story shows, Kim, Kanye and baby North who is growing into her own look. While, I will admit to being a Kanye fan and think he's great musically, I can live with or without Kim.

However, I must agree with Vogue editor, Anna Wintour, they both exemplify our culture and live live up to the hashtag #worldsmosttalkedaboutcouple. I mean, really, when was the last time a Vogue cover created this much conversation?

We've taken the liberty of picking our a few Lanvin faves.

Lanvin Wedding Gown - Ivory Maxi dress with rope straps and lobster closure. Ruched neck and long draped silhouette.

Lanvin Rose and Silver High Top Sneakers - Leather high tops in rose and silver. Tan ribbon shoelace.

Lanvin Quilted Mini - in Ivory lambskin with signature hardware.

Lanvin "Love" Two-Finger Ring

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Lush Products

I am probably one of the biggest LUSH fans that I know and have gotten my family members hooked on their products also.

I always have their products on my gift "wish-lists" that I hand out to friends, family, co-workers and even strangers if asked.

Recently I was in their Perimeter Mall location here in Atlanta, and maybe it was because I was dressed in all black, but before I realized it, I was making suggestions to a lady that asked what would I recommend.

That got me to thinking, what great gifts these products would make for wedding attendants or that very very special guest. Most items are also available in gift sets, or you can use their scarves and wraps to make your own gifts.

Brainstorm in place, I headed to the food court, went to their website and went to hunting for gifts ideas that I would suggest.

In a world where often things are described as "green" or "eco-friendly", you will find that the LUSH company holds true to their policy of making products from organic products and essential oils. Products are made by hand and only vegetarian products are used.

If you live near a LUSH store, I would suggest going inside and getting a few "try-me". They are happy to give you "samples" of certain products.

Top row, left to right

1. Soft Coeur (The Honeymooner) - A massage bar made with honey, chocolate, cocoa butter and almond oils. Who refuses honey or chocolate?

2. Neon Love Soap - Made with bergamont, rosewood and cinnamon.

3. Olive Branch Shower Gel - Go on, admit it, you went into bridezilla mode, and you owe someone an ~~apology~~, olive branch. This shower gel is a blend of organic olive oils, sea salt and fresh mandarin juice. Its uplifting scent will bring peace of mind to that one person who went above and beyond in dealing with you and your pre-wedding jitters.

Bottom Row, left to right

1. 25:43 Perfume - LUSH inventor and co-founder Mark Constantine created this perfume for his son's wedding. A light and clean scent with layers of lime, lemongrass, vanilla, and listsea are used to create this fragrance.

2. Love Solid Perfume - Citrus, rose and jasmine oil. Can be worn by men and women. Layers of apples and cinnamon spice provide a comforting scent.

3. It Started With A Kiss - Lip tint, will give you a sheer ruby red pout. Can also be worn as a cheek stain. The LUSH rep advises that you use a lip scrub before using this product to remove any dead skin from your lips.

4. Sex Bomb - Insert giggle. This may be one to keep for yourself. Even the LUSH people call it an aphrodisiac. It contains jasmine and ylang ylang. Soya milk will turn your water milky and turns any bath into a opulent soak. One of their best selling items.

Monday, March 10, 2014

Orange Lip Trends - Spring/Summer 2014

Are you open to going with a bold orange lip for your ceremony? Is orange part of your wedding scheme but you don't know if you will be comfortable with such a bold color on your wedding day?

Well, hopefully, I can help. I spent the day at the beauty counters and found a few choices to consider, so regardless if you want a gloss, matte or super shine, there is something for everyone and every skin tone in this season's hottest lip color.

I will tell anyone, when it comes to lip pencils, I'm a Nars junkie. They have what would be consider an orange-red color called Timanfaya. It starts off as a soft satin, but turns into more of a matte finish as it sets. Clinique Chubby Stick in Oversized Orange is very pretty and takes several layers to build up to a bold orange, I call it a "nude-orange". It helps that the Clinique products are created with shea butter, so this will provide much needed moisture for your lips.

If lip gloss is your personal choice, the Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss in Citrus is sheer sheer sheer. I suggest that you find a lip color you like and layer this on top for an extra hint of orange, that is unless, sheer is the way you want to go. TopShop has also entered the orange game with their Lip Cream in Pout. High gloss is the only way to describe this. Maybe I just love tangerines, but I got excited over just the name of Jane Iredale Lip gloss in Tangerine.

I was floored at the number of actual lipstick options in orange, and finally had to give up because again, I think you can find something that compliments any skin tone and no one ever finds the perfect lipstick on the first time out, so be prepared for many options. For example, MAC had four different orange options available. I found their Morange lipstick, creamy color and BRIGHT. If you aren't afraid to go bright, this is surely an option to consider. Dior Rouge Lipstick (543) Vous is another rich creamy lip option.