Found these babies on Tumblr but can’t seem to spot them on the web, any leads on where to get them? They seem to be calling my name.
Brides, keep these on your inspiration board as they’d make quite the bridal shoe.
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5 Holiday Party Dresses under $50, does such a thing exist? Why yes it does. Between office holiday parties, family holiday parties, parties with friends and parties…just because? There’s plenty of outfits to be scouted this time of year. Here’s 5 that won’t bust your budget.
Where do you like to shop for budget-friendly party dresses?
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‘Tis the season for giving! And I’m pretty feeling festive, so it’s the perfect time to offer up $150 to Ted Baker! Whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for the perfect holiday gift idea, Ted Baker has plenty of picks for the fashionista (or your other half) on your list.
Here’s a few of my favorite holiday looks from Ted Baker I’m coveting.
I’m so loving this last outfit; it’s such a cute, cheeky outfit that’s perfect for date night or a holiday party.
So how can you win $150 to Ted Baker?
Just leave a comment below and tell me, what are you coveting most for Christmas this year? I’ll announce the winner on the blog next Monday, December 5 by 5pm MST. Good luck!
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Got your shopping strategy? Picked out your Black Friday outfit? Sounds like you’re just about ready to go! Here’s my top 5 picks for the Valley’s best Black Friday deals.
Scottsdale Fashion Square is opening at 6am!
What deals are you most looking forward to?
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I fell off the map.
Sometimes, that happens with blogging.
Every once in awhile, real life kicks in and initiates a time when you need to step back, take a break and reevaluate things a little. For me, everything happened at once. A trip to Europe, Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, moving, and a proposal from my now fiancé. Did I mention this happened all within a few weeks? Yes, sometimes life gets you that way.
A preview of my press trip to Costa Rica
I have to say, although I often blog about how to dress, trends and other style secrets I can say without a doubt that an engagement ring matches with EVERY outfit. Cute dress? Oh it goes. Just my PJs? Well, there’s nothing wrong with a little extra glam now is there?
Engagement rings match with everything!
Needless to say, if you’re a blushing bride or hoping to be, don’t be surprised to see a lot more posts in the “Bridal” section in the coming year. And if you are an Arizona Bride, please do share your tips and secrets!
xoxo
P.S. A special thanks to Oliver Smith Jewelers at Gainey Ranch for creating this absolutely stunning engagement ring. They are truly just lovely people there and their jewelry is amazing. Not engagement ring shopping? In addition to Oliver Smith creations (like my ring, pictured above) and custom-design work, they also carry high-end jewelry faves like Chopard, Hermes, TagHeuer and David Yurman, to name a few.
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Bella Swan's wedding makeup look
The teen wedding of the year is finally here! Well, I won’t go that far since most Twi-hards I know are well over their 20s (and 30s and 40s). The Twilight Saga’s Breaking Dawn part 1 finally came out in theaters this weekend, giving us Team Edward folks a chance to finally watch Bella marry her sparkling vampire soul mate. Recreate Bella’s bridal makeup look with tips from Emmy Award-winning makeup artist, Kevin James Bennett.
Skin
Bella’s skin looks beautifully smooth and even toned. This begins with the correct complexion products. Always start with well-moisturized and primed skin. Foundation needs a correctly primed surface (like a painter’s canvas) to apply evenly and stay put. CoverFX Skin Prep (normal/dry) or DermaDoctor Tease Zone (combo/oily) are two faves, but there are many other amazing primers out there. So experiment and see which formulas work best with the foundation you use. Try silicone-based foundations which won’t sink into or clog pores and are also naturally water resistant.
Brows
Brows must be groomed and filled in softly. Use an eyeshadow that matches the hair color and mix it with a little hard hair wax to color and groom eyebrows in one step. If you don’t feel like being a home chemist, try Benefit Brow Zingsor Smashbox Brow Tech.
Eyes
The first thing to do is neutralize any discoloration on the eyelid. Use a little foundation, concealer or a flesh-toned eye pencil (Three Custom Color Clarifier Pencil) all over the eye area up to the brow, then set with translucent powder.
Bella’s eyelid is washed with shimmering eyeshadow that reflects light without sparkling. Start with a shimmering Champagne color like OCC’s Loose Color in Clove. Apply to the very inner corner of the eye and blend this color outward towards the center of the eyelid. Next, use a honey brown color like Inglot Pearl Eyeshadow #421. Apply the eyeshadow starting at the outside corner of the eyelid, blending inward up into the crease.
Bella’s eye softly defined and smudged. Try a powder kohl pencil for this like MAC Eye Kohl Liner in Phone Number . Hold the pencil tip parallel to the lash line (not point in), begin drawing the line from where the inner lashes start and graduate from a thin to a thicker line as you reach the outer corner of the eyelid. This gives the eye a slight upward tilt and keeps it looking fresh and open. Take a small eyeshadow brush and diffuse the line by blending and smudging the liner into the lashes and blurring the hard edge. Now set the liner (using the same brush) with a matte taupe eyeshadow. Nars Matte Eyeshadow in Bali is a good choice. Use the same eyeshadow to line the lower lashes 3/4 of the way in from the outside corner.
Cheeks
Cheeks should look naturally flushed. Try using a cream/gel blush and then blending it into the skin with a foundation brush that still has a slight residue of foundation on it. It tempers the color and makes it look very realistic. One of my all time bridal blush faves is Tarte Cheek Stain in Blushing Bride (the name says it all, right?).
Lips
Bella’s lips are very natural looking but with a lovely innocent shimmer. Make Up For Ever Aqua Lip #3L. is the perfect rosey nude and waterproof. Define and fill in the lips entirely with this pencil, let it set for few minutes and then top it off with Armour Beauty Shimmering Gloss in Gypsy, a soft peach with gold shimmer.
As a beauty expert, KJ has appeared on national entertainment shows including Access Hollywood, Entertainment Tonight, Good Morning America, “E” Entertainment Network and HSN (Home Shopping Network). His advise has also been featured in the pages of Vogue, Glamour, Elle, InStyle, Town & Country and Self as well as trade publications WWD, Makeup Artist Magazine and American Salon.
To read more about Kevin James Bennett, click here.
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Get your head out of the gutter folks, this post isn’t about throwing on your 6-inch YSL Tributes and holding a frying pan naked for your beau to see. (Though obviously, this would impress, I’m sure.)
It’s about the dinner party, or cooking any dinner for that matter. I have a particular knack for getting grease stains on just about every brand-new-I-can’t-wait-to-wear-this item. So I’m loving the whole “housewife chic” trend of totally trendy aprons.
A few brands to look out for, Sugar Baby Aprons, which is based out of Vancouver, and makes super cute vintage housewife photo shoots to show off their aprons, and Flirty Aprons, which has sassy modern aprons.
Check it out:
Above: Sugar Baby Aprons
Below: Flirty Aprons
Does this make you wanna bake some cupcakes or what?!
P.S. If you’re one of those gals who can’t or doesn’t like to cook, this getup will totally help convince everyone that you did not just order takeout, plate it and throw away the takeout boxes in the trash. Win win!
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Four Seasons Scottsdale Troon North
I love a good Twitter chat.
It’s great way to jump in, join the conversation without actually having to break away from your day-to-day life (as would be the case at a snoozefest conference.)
These days, it seems like the chats are getting all the more interesting. And this week comes another, brought to you by The Four Seasons Spa which is launching its very first Global Spa Week. The worldwide #SPArty kicks off today and features expert chats all week long.
Wanna join in? Here’s the deets:
If you’re joining in on the chat, be sure to use the tags #FSspa and #SPArty. I’ll be heading out to the Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale Troon North on Thursday to check out their new Spa Tapas menu that’s also unveiling so stay tuned for more details!
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11/11-11/13 Chiles & Chocolate Festival at Desert Botanical Garden
The Chiles & Chocolate Festival will take place at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix Friday, November 11 through Sunday, November 13, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
11/11 Fridays at jade Featuring Alice Tatum
On Friday, November 11, award-winning local musician, Alice Tatum, takes the spotlight during “Fridays at jade” from 7:00 – 10:00 p.m. at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain.
11/12 Pink Heals Tour 2011 at Citadelle Plaza in Glendale
The 2011 Pink Heals Tour is making its final stop at the Citadelle Plaza in Arrowhead on Saturday, November 12, 2:00 – 5:30 p.m.
11/12 7 For All Mankind Holiday Event at Kierland Commons
7 For All Mankind at Kierland Commons is hosting Give and Get holiday event Saturday, November, 12, 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
11/13 Fall Wine and Jazz Festival: Dominic Amato
The Fall Wine and Jazz Festival continues Sunday, November 13 with a live outdoor concert taking place 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., featuring Dominic Amato at the el Pedregal Shops and Dining at the Boulders in Scottsdale.
For more events visit FabulousArizona.com and follow Fab AZ on Twitter.
Wholly Fabulous!
Hello, lover!
These would make a fabulous bridal shoe, don’t you think?
Perhaps I’ll build my bridal theme around these shoes, instead of picking shoes at the very last moment.
Mmmmm….lust.
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