Archive for February, 2011

Fan Look: CoverGirl Dazzling Metallics Look

Posted on February 16, 2011 | 8 Comments
Reader Emily is back with a gorgeous Fan Look! She submitted a makeup look back in August showing us how she used her CoverGirl Eye Enhancers 4-Kit Shadows in "Tropical Fusion". Now she has a new look using the CoverGirl Eye Enhancers 3-Kit Shadows in "Dazzling Metallics". She knows how to wear these CoverGirl eye shadows really well! Read more...
Conair 3/4″ Instant Heat Spiral Iron

Posted on February 14, 2011 | 4 Comments
I recently bought this Conair 3/4" (19mm) Instant Heat Spiral Iron on a whim. I hadn't tried one of these spiral irons before, so I was curious how my hair would turn out if I used it. This Conair iron heats up in 30 seconds and has 25 heat settings, including a turbo boost for difficult styling spots. Here's how my hair looked after using this iron for the first time! Read more...
Fashion Friday: Episode 51

Posted on February 11, 2011 | 4 Comments
Since Valentine's Day falls on a Monday this year, I wanted to find a dress that would look both formal enough for office wear and dressy enough for going out to a nice dinner. This Cascading Bow Dress is perfect to wear the whole day! The color is a beautiful true red, and there are five bows that go down the front that add cute yet subtle details to this knee-length dress. Best of all -- it's a bargain... and machine-washable! Read more...
Old Hollywood Glam Makeup Look

Posted on February 9, 2011 | 9 Comments
This simple yet sophisticated makeup look is all about keeping your eye shadow minimal and wearing a bold red lipstick. These are characteristics of old Hollywood glamour. Many of today's stars like Scarlett Johansson, Angelina Jolie, and Gwen Stefani are often seen wearing this type of vintage makeup for award shows as well as everyday. The best thing about this makeup is that you can wear it during the day and into the night, and it doesn't take long to do! Read more...
Hello Kitty Greetings Cricut Cartridge

Posted on February 7, 2011 | 6 Comments
I am now a proud owner of a Cricut Expression Machine -- a much larger version than the other Cricut personal electronic cutting machines. My fiancé actually gave it to me as a gift, since he knows I love arts and crafts (in addition to makeup, of course). I got the Hello Kitty Greetings Cricut Cartridge filled with a variety of adorable images and phrases. Take a look at my first little project using this cartridge -- a Hello Kitty Valentine! Read more...