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Lips that Shine November 30, 2007

Shiny lips are the best way to add a pout to your kisser.  One problem I find with a lot of different lip glosses is that they don’t seem to last very long and I’m constantly  re-applying.  The secret is MAC lipglass, it has a thicker consistency than most glosses.  Lipglass adds  an extreme gleam to your lips, lasts much longer than most of its competitors and you don’t have to repeatedly re-apply.  Any lip gloss that is heavier in consistency will wear for a lengthier period of time.  A dab will do you.  Limit yourself when applying the lusterous shine, it will get messy if you over do it.  All you need is a smudge in the center of your lip.

Click here for MAC lipglass

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Mustard Madness November 27, 2007

Hold the ketchup, because tis the season for the new must-have color mustard yellow!  It all began with Fall 2007 runway shows when top designers displayed splashes of mustard on their models.  This popular trend is popping up in Milan, Paris and London.

When wearing this shade be sure not to over do it.  Wear splashes of this color, for example in a hand bag, a pair of heels or a cute top.   

Don’t combine all three pieces, just choose one.

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The Perfect Brow November 26, 2007

The right shape for your brows differs from person to person.  Take a look at your brow to see where it naturally arches and that is where the arch in your brow will begin. The best brow shape usually starts out as a straight line to the arch.  Then the brow will slightly curve and taper toward the end.

Don’t get carried away with arching the brow.  All you need is a slight arch.

Don’t pluck your brows too thin, you don’t want them to vanish.

Eyebrows are difficult to get just right on your own.  You should go to a salon that has a good reputation for waxing and shaping eyebrows.  After a professional waxes your brows you will have a nice base shape.  It will be easy for you to tweese the new hairs growing in because they will be much shorter than the rest.

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Kiss me lips November 22, 2007

Sporting berry red lips is a hot way to say happy holidays this season.  As your skin lightens through Fall, brighten up your face with a vibrant lipstick.  Berry red is sassy, sophisticated and totally mod.

Fresh Frames November 21, 2007

Though everyone needs should wear sunglasses to protect their eyes, the days when only rock stars could wear  stylin’ shades are over!  When choosing a pair of fabulous frames, grab a set that suits your person style.   For the edgy, indie or always hip girl, you’ve gotta own a pair of super-funky Wayfarer Ray-Bans.  They come in assorted colors and different sizes to give a unisex appeal. Click here to find them on the cheap.

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Disappearing Act

As we get older crows feet and little fine lines start to haunt our everyday lives.  Here is a trick for women trying to conceal those lines. 

Less is more Use a full coverage concealer to cover dark areas around the eye.  Lightly pat the concealer on the dark area in the inner corner of the eye (its usually darkest there) and anywhere else it’s needed. When applying concealer over fine lines mix some moisturizer in with it.

 Concealer tends to make fine lines look deeper than they actually are, so don’t use it unless you need to conceal the dark circles under and around your eye.

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Spanx a lot! November 20, 2007

I HATE seeing ladies with panty lines and bra seams showing.  Do us all a favor and invest in some Spanx!  The tummy-tucking, phantom panty maker offers an assortment of undergarments that have incredible support and shape.  The greatest part of all is that they do all of this without showing any lines because the garments are literally seamless.  Click here to explore Spanx.

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Black n’ White Unite

Rockin’ the 80s! It’s true, one of the most fab color combos for this Fall and Winter is black and white. The hottest celebs and designers are pairing this duo with anything from shoes to dresses. These monochrome combinations are alluring for any chic chick.

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This skirt is (high) waaaiiisted!

The days of low-rise anything being fashionable are far behind us, but ahead the new waistline actually starts above the bellybutton. The fashion-forward pencil skirt sits just below the ribcage, with the rest of the skirt fitting snug along the hip and hem. Also know as the “hobble skirt,” the fit of the garment makes fast-walking verrrry ungraceful.

Check out these styles that are sure to be on my Christmas list!
Theory - Hollyann Belted Wool Skirt, $245 here

Lola Y Maria - High Waisted Linen Pencil Skirt, $150 here

jcrew.com - Super 120s high pencil skirt, $118.00 here

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The Mod Cat Eye November 19, 2007

The cat-style eye started with our favorite 1950s glamour queen Marilyn Monroe. More recently, celebs like Amy Whinehouse and Angelina Jolie are rocking it on the red carpet. Here are a few tips on how to create a look that will help bring out your inner purr!

Shadowcat

Start with a light coat of eye shadow primer applied over the entire lid. On top of that, layer with a neutral-colored eyeshadow. Contour the crease of your eye with a darker shadow for a more dramatic look.

Top o’ the line

Using a dark brown or black liquid eye liner, apply the liner on the top lid as you normally would until you get about 3/4 the way across your eyelashes. From there, take the liner straight across and up to create a line curved slightly towards your temple. The further you draw the line outside of eye, the more dramatic the effect will be. Build the line up just a bit past the outer corner of your eye and taper the line off at the end to create the “wing”.

Avoid a cat-astrophe

Don’t apply any liner on the inner corner of the eye above the lash line. Doing so will make your eyes appear beady.

With some practice and patience, you’ll be able to find the perfect shape to make this look your own!

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