Not In My Make-Up Bag

I've recently come across some products that I'd like to try out so I thought I'd list them here and then give you an update once I have used them.

Dermstore Lip Quench- I have always used regular chapped stick when it came to dry lips, but today I found this little gem. It sounds too good to be true but I am excited to try it. My favorite thing about it that it not only acts as a chapped stick but that it adds a hint of color to your lips as well. No need for lip gloss.

Almay Clear Complexion Concealer and Treatment Gel- I am prone to acne so not sure if this will actually clear up any zits, as most products I try do not but this is two-in-one product couldn't hurt. I love that it has salicylic acid; claiming it cures your zits as it covers them.

Philosophy clear days ahead acne trial kit- aGAIN,  AM wary OF ANY PRODUCTS THAT CLAIM TO CLEAR ACNE BUT i KNOW philosophy IS A GOOD COMPANY (FROM WHAT i'VE HEARD) AND THIS KIT GIVES ME THE LUXURY OF TRYING ALL OF THE PRODUCTS IN THEIR ACNE SKIN CARE LINE WITHOUT PAYING A LOT. i GET THE oil-free salicylic acid acne treatment cleanser, oil-free salicylic acid acne treatment & moisturizer,  overnight repair salicylic acid acne treatment pads and fast-acting salicylic acid acne spot treatment. tHE BEST PART IS THAT IT COSTS AS MUCH AS ONE PRODUCT OR TWO COMBINED! 



WHat products are you trying out this Fall???

Taylor Swift Inspired First Date Look

Taylor Swift's latest style trend (besides her iconic RED lips to coincide with her new album with the same title) is her shorts. At her recent performances she's sung her new songs in stylish high-waisted tailored shorts.

And she's right in with the trends because this exact style can be achieved at Forever 21! Perfect for a Fall first date! Check out some of their high-waisted shorts...

High-Waisted Metallic 

Frayed Ribbon Pocket

Textured Jacquard

Matelasse Floral High-Rise

2012 Emmys Fashion

Taking after Vera Wang herself, there was a lot of color on the red carpet last night at the 2012 Emmy Awards. Between the yellows, blues and greens, everyone looked elegant.

The most notable fashion statements of the night were the one-shouldered gowns. Hayden-Panettiere in Marchesa, Kelly Osborne in Zac Posen, and Jessica Pare in Jason Wu all rocked the red carpet in this style.

 

  Another fabulous trend on the Emmy carpet was the one-shouldered draping gowns, like the one seen here on Julia-Louis-Dreyfus by Vera Wang. You can re-create this look with gowns from David Bridal.  Choose from a One Shoulder Satin Dress with Beaded Detail  Bridesmaid dress or a One Shoulder Gown with Asymmetrically Draped Skirt by Vera Wang. 

Would you don a one-shoulder bridal gown for your wedding day?

As far as bridesmaid inspiration, sticking to the classics like these three did at the Emmys, is the way to go. Maria Menounos, Hilaria Thomas and Sarah Hyland were all gorgeous in their detailed ruffled gowns. Our personal favorite is Hilaria Thomas.

 

 


Did you watch the Emmys last night? If so, who wore it best in your opinion???

Jenna Lou Designs

Brides- want a cute, unique and affordable gift for your bridesmaids? Jenna Lou Designs has a great idea!

Create your own custom made 5" clutches from hundreds of fabrics for just $25! Choose your fabric and add ons like custom woven labels with your personal message and custom embroidery.

For more information on building your own custom clutches, visit http://jennaloudesigns.bigcartel.com/

To make sure your bridesmaids take advantage of these clutches, make sure to fill them with lipgloss, tissues, schedules, gum and any other items they may need throughout your big day!

Newly Maid

Bridesmaids- hate that feeling of 'what do I do with my dress after the wedding'? Well now there is a solution! 

NewlyMaid  let's you recycle your old bridesmaid dress and in exchange, get a new little black dress! 

The 3 step process is SO simple: purchase your new little black dress, select an old bridesmaid dress that you won't ever wear again, mail your old bridesmaid dress to NewlyMaid. The best part? When you receive your new little black dress from NewlyMaid.com, you will also receive a mailer, packaging, and a prepaid shipping label to send us your old bridesmaid dress.

Browse NewlyMaid's latest selection of dresses and find the perfect Little Black Dress for any occasion and they'll either donate your old dress to Clothes4Souls or recycle it. 

Happy shopping! 

WHAT HAPPENS IF....

Your wedding day is one of the most, if not the most, important day for any bride, and all hope nothing goes wrong but what IF something WERE to go wrong? What do you do?

Here are a few tips and tricks from Brides Magazine that you should have up your sleeve in case of disaster. 

What do I do if a zipper breaks?

Safety pins, it seems, couldn't be more valuable when it comes to curing wedding-day beauty emergencies big and small. Here's one more reason why you may want to stick more than one in your clutch: zipper malfunctions. "Just before she walked down the aisle," Jessica Harris recalls, "a dainty little grandmother approached me and motioned to the back of her dress where the full length zipper was broken from neck to tailbone! We delayed the beginning of the ceremony so I could use large safety pins to secure her dress from the inside. No one could see the safety pins, and she walked down the aisle without giving the other guests a show."

What do I do if I get a run in my stockings?

"Clear nail polish often helps with this," explains Dana Wood. "But if you're really freaked-out at the size of the snag, ditch the stockings altogether! Just make sure your legs are moisturized—no flaky flakes!"

What do I do if I break the heel on my shoe?

Your walk down the aisle should be dramatic, but not because the heel of your shoe suddenly snaps. "Make sure your shoes are not poorly made," urges Brides fashion director Rachel Leonard. "Practice walking in them a few days before the wedding to scuff up the soles a bit." This will help to prevent any slips or falls. If you do break a heel, all hope is not lost."Bring a hot glue gun," suggests Heather Minicucci, "and then you can glue the heel back together."

What do I do if my engagement ring gets stuck on the wrong hand?

"Soak your hand in ice water to get some swelling down," says Angel Swanson, "then use any slippery goo to wiggle the ring off. Anything from butter to oil to hair conditioner to lotion can be used. Wiggle and turn slowly and gently avoid unnecessary manipulation, which may lead to additional swelling."

For more tips for the big day, visit Brides.com 

NOTE: Having an emergency kit on hand, full of band aids, scissors, kleenex, stain remover, lint roller, etc is also a great idea in case of any other scares. 

WHAT TO WEAR

DAY- Sept 6

This outfit looks A LOT cuter in person.

cardigan- Ross
tank top- Ebay
jeans- Ross(?) They're old...
shoes- Payless