How To Make Your Lashes Longer

            Long curled eyelashes are one of the easiest ways to make your eyes pop. Even if you were born with small, flaky lashes, you can still obtain the twiggy-esque style! Heres’s how:

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  1. Eyeliner- Draw a thin line on the inner corner of your top lashes and smudge. This will instantly make your eyelashes look thicker and more healthy, because it creates the illusion of more lashes. We like Smashbox Limitless Eyeliner in Onyx ($19, Smashbox.com)
  2. Curl Your Lashes- Curling your lashes is the best way to make your eyes look bigger. Run a blow dryer over the curl for 3 seconds before curling, so the curl lasts all day! We like Sally Hansen Sexy Curls Precision Eyelash Curler ($6.29, Ulta) 
  3. Apply Fake Lashes- The fastest way to get full, clump-free lashes is through faux lashes. They are a bit hard to apply but once you get the hang of it, it’s a breeze! We find that Eyelure Naturalites ($6, Ulta) have the simplest and cleanest application! 
  4. Apply Mascara-Okay, we know this is kind of a given, but with so many different formulas out there (Lengthening, volumizing, thickening) its hard to find one that actually delivers. Well look no further! Our current favorite is Lancome Hypnose Doll Lashes ($25, Lancome.com) This quite possibly may be the greatest mascara out there! On a budget? Don’t worry! Revlon Grow Luscious Plumping Mascara ($8, drugstores) is a close second! 
  5. Try A Lash Growing Serum- Lash growing serums are a big hit right now because of their effectiveness! Don’t have a prescription? Then try Rimmel Lash Accelerator Serum ($8, drugstores) It will give you longer and thicker lashes in about a month! 

3 Steps for Glowing Skin

Radiant skin is a big spring trend. But after the harsh months of winter it seems like an impossibility! It’s actually easier than you think! Just try these 3 simple steps and your skin will look like it’s lit from within.

1)  Exfoliate: Slough away the dead skin cells that are sitting on the top layer of your skin. This will help eliminate the dull factor and make your skin look fresh. We recommend St. Ives Invigorating Apricot Scrub.

2) Moisturize: Dry skin is dull skin, so make sure to hydrate with a rich night cream. We use Aveeno Smart Essentials Nighttime Moisture Infusion

3) Use Makeup: Try a skin highlighter under your makeup. It will create a soft dewy look that isn’t overpowering. Make sure to use it in the spots on your face that naturally glow. We like Benefit’s Watt’s Up Highlighter

Look of the week: Audrey Hepburn inspired

 When you hear the word chic what do you think of? Maybe it’s a Hollywood icon like Audrey Hepburn! 

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The best advice for dressing chic is to keep it  simple but include a few statement pieces. The best pieces to invest in are wardrobe staples such as blazers, clutches, LBD’s, and of course shoes!  These will give your style an extra sophisticated and elegant spark. Here’s a super simple (and affordable) to bring out your chic style this holiday season! 

     

Cat Eye Sunglasses ($14, Urban Outfitters)

Studded Bangle ($29, FantasyJewelryBox.com)

Chandelier Earrings ($26, FantasyJewelryBox.com)

Shoulder Blazer ($59, Kardashian Kollection for Sears)

See? Wasn’t that simple! Let us know what you thought and send us photo’s of your chic inspired look!

 

 

 

 

Our New Favorite Body Moisturizer

         Last week, we tested out a mystery bottle of lotion and were asked to give our absolute honest opinion on the product. We were hesitant at first, but decided to give the moisturizer a try. 

Our Verdict: The moisturizer sunk deep into our skin leaving a noticeably smoother surface behind.  After two days of testing, we were hooked! Following the 3 day testing period and a few simple questions, we were totally surprised to discover the mystery product was the new Vaseline Total Moisture lotion. Other than the new packaging, Vaseline has also added a thicker formula with Vitamin E, Stratys-3 Multi-Layer Moisture Complex and HEU  (Hydroxyethyl Urea), hydrating ingredients that sinks deep into skin without leaving behind a greasy mess, which makes this new moisturizer a must have for bikini season! Vaseline Total Moisture has three different flavors, including Total Moisture, Total Moisture Aloe Fresh and Total Moisture Cocoa Radiant.  The moisturizers range from  $1.99 and $7.79 each at drugstores.

Lotty Dotty Partners with Innocence in Danger Organizatio

One of the brand commitments, when Lotty Dotty was started, was to use and portray their dolls as positive role models that influence the way young girls view themselves. Everyone can identify with one of  their dolls as they represent 5 different ethnic groups or nationalities.

Lotty Dotty’s goal is to sell special t-shirt packages with Lotty Dotty paper dolls wearing a signature bow dress and including a special “Have a Heart” outfit, see picture below:

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The “Have a Heart” dress is specially designed by co-founder and CEO Shevanne Helmer  to remind people to be passionate about the love they  have for one another. This package will be sold on Lotty Dotty’s website (www.lottydotty.com) and other websites for $70 — donating $20 for each package sold to Innocence in Danger.

Visit the following sites to find out more about the partnership!

http://www.lottydotty.com/

http://innocenceendanger.org/

http://innocenceendanger.org/about-us/

How to Spring Trend: The Fishtail Braid

Looking for a fun and different hairstyle to try this fall? We have the official how-to for  pulling off Jessica Szhor’s messy fishtail braid!

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1. First, create a messy texture. Blow dry your hair with a texturizing spray such as Sally Hershberger Plump Up Collagen Thickening Mist ($13, Ulta)

2. Create loose waves throughout your hair using a 1- inch barrel curling iron, but leave the ends straight. Try John Frieda Volume Curl 1-1/2″ Curling Iron ($30, Ulta)

3. Pull all your hair over to one side creating a low side pony. If a few pieces fall out thats fine, it creates the messiness you want.  Divide pony into two sections,  holding one in each hand. Take a piece from the outside of one section, cross over the middle and add it to the other section. Continue this  until you reach the ends, and secure with an elastic. Use your hands to spread out the braid a little, which creates additional messiness.  

Easy enough, right? Let us know how this look worked for you by leaving us a comment! 

Khloé Kardashian Odom interview

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Khloé Kardashian Odom has had quite the busy year. She co-published a New York Times bestseller,Kardashian Konfidential, came out with a super successfull clothing line with her sisters, filmed the second season of Khloé and Lamar, and even launched a highly anticiated nail polish line. Last fall Khloé took some time out of her insane schedule to answer some of our questions.

AB: What would be the first thing you would do if today was your last day? 

Khloé : Kiss my husband good morning. I would see my family and all of the people that I love.

AB: What do you like to do in your free time?
Khloé: Organize! LOL! I love to have organizing time…I am an OCD freak. I cant handle myself sometimes. Everything needs to be perfect and in it’s own home at all times.

 

AB: So you and your sisters just came out with the Kardashian Kolors by NicolebyOPI line of nail polishes. Can you tell me about that? Any interesting names?
Khloé : These polishes are so glam! We each created and named our own kolors…it was so much fun!! My kolor names are: Khloe had a little Lam Lam and Disco Dolls!! Love!

AB: What has been your biggest fashion splurge?

Khloé: My biggest fashion splurge of course are my shoes! I can’t help it! Shoes are everything to me! Heels, boots, booties! You name it, I have it and love it! LOL

AB: If today you could do absolutely anything what would you do?
Khloé : Lay in bed all day with my hubby and relax! I love alone time.

AB: If you could give you fans a message what would it be?
Khloé : Thank you to all of my angels! I love you all!!!! Without you, I wouldn’t be here! I am blessed. Bible!!!!  

 

Here’s our favorite Kardashian Kolor, Khloé had a Lam Lam! Check out some of the other Kolors here 

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Catch up with Khloé  on her reality show, Khloé and Lamar which airs Sundays at 10/9c on E!
 

Oscar Trend: White Out

 This years Oscar’s were rather uneventful, but the red carpet was anything but boring. Check out these celebs in the seasons hottest color!

Shailene Woodley: “The Descendants” star arrived in a glamorous Valentino dress with minimal accessories.

Kelly Ripa: The “Live with Kelly” co-host covered the Acadamy Awards in a haulter Carolina Herrera dress.

Milla Jovovich: The actress accessorized her  Elie Saab gown with diamonds and a matching white clutch.

Rooney Mara: The “Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” star paired her  icy white Givenchy gown with a red pout.

Which look was your favorite? Tell us in the comment bar below!

Look of the Week: City Chic

This week we are obsessed with this Minka Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress ($229, Gypsy05.com)

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Pair the adorably versatile and  eco-friendly dress with a cropped sweater and a cuff and you have an chic work friendly outfit!

Kim Kardashian Inspired Outfit

Tired of boring old workday attire? Look no further than 3 of our fave reality stars. Thats right Kourtney, Khloe, and Kim Kardashian’s new clothing line, Kardashian Kollection has tons of cute work friendly pieces.  Take a cue from Kim herself. Below she matches black jeans, a chic blazer, and a white top with a super trendy fedora!

 

                             Credits: Jeans($30,  H&M) Tee ($50 Kardashian Kollection for Sears), Blazer ($69, Kardashian Kollection for Sears), Perfume ($30, Sephora)