Allure's Best!

I  Have a theory about make-up.  I truly believe it's something to splurge on.  I swear it makes a difference.  I once made a joke that I could be a bum on the street, but I would still buy my make-up (if I was wearing any) at Sephora. For those who have never heard of Sephora, google it!  It's the Mecca of make-up!  I swear I hear Angels sing when I walk in one.

As I've mentioned before, my new favorite magazine is Allure.  They have very interesting articles and of course Fashionable advice.  Every year they come out with a special "Best of" issue.  The best of everything beauty!  I was bored last night and I was looking for interesting Apps for my iphone.  They have an app just dedicated to Allure's Best of Beauty!  I was so excited, I had to check it out.  Well, I am going to list my faves off their list.

Blush~ I am a powder blush fan.  I have oily skin, so powder works best for me.  Even though I am a Nars fan, Allure listed Smashbox's Blush Rush (found at Sephora).  Now I always go for a flushed look, so I buy the pinkest of pink.  

Concealer for blemishes~  They listed Laura Mercier secret camouflage.   It comes with two colors and you mix it to match your skin tone.  Sounds awesome to me!  Everyone needs a cover-up for a blemish.

Concealer for undereye circles~  So this is something I've noticed have appeared in the last few years.  I swear it happened overnight!  One day I had nice, young looking skin and the next day I woke up with undereye circles, looking a bit older.  So Allure mentioned one that I am going to buy asap.  Make Up Forever HD high definition invisible cover conealer.  Wow, that's a long name!  It comes in a tube, and it blends super smooth on the skin.

Liquid eyeliner~ This is something I'm still trying to perfect.  I want that perfect thin cat-like line, but it always ends up sloppy and thick.  A work in progress I guess.  Allure says Dior Style intense liquid eyeliner is the best.  It's brush tip is precise and easy to control, so you won't need nine lives to master classic cat-eyes.  I guess they were listening!

Eyeshadow~ I'm adding this one on my own.  I absolutely love MAC eyeshadows!  They come in every color and yes, I think woman should try color for shadow.  They are bold with pigment and are just plain amazing.


Mascara~ Another one I'm adding on my own.  Christian Dior diorshow mascara in black out.  I just recently got a friend hooked on this one.  It's thick, black, and makes your lashes look LONG!  Everyone should notice your lashes.


Lip Gloss~  Allure's best is Estee Lauder pure color gloss.  These come in 34 different shades, last forever, and has even converted lipstick devotees.  I am just going to mention  lip gloss in this blog.  As much as I love luscious red lips, I don't personally like wearing lipstick.


So these were just the few things I picked out from the app.  Allure lists tons of things.  I just picked the few that stood out to me.  I think these are the basics for everyday make-up.  Of course I think there are a few things that can be bought "over-the-counter".  Basic pencil eyeliner is one.  Wear make-up ladies, it will make you feel beautiful!

My first time

I did my first closet "reorganization"!  I helped a dear friend out, who already had style and class, but needed a little boost.  I must say, she was a trooper!  There are some things I just said NO to.  She gladly took my advice.  It was super fun! 

I am going to make a print out for her about do's and don'ts and just some rules about looking great with the clothes you have.   We need to purchase some key items, but the point of this is to work with what you've got.  You don't have to spend a ton of money to be fashionable!

 
 Starting to try things to to see what works.  More pictures to come when we buy our "key" pieces.  Thanks Kandy!

I don't know if I could do it.

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/22/fashion/22SIXERS.html?_r=1&pagewanted=2&emc=eta1

A shopping diet?  Wow, what an idea, but I don't know if I could do it.  I would fit the category of an addicted shopper.  I like to think of it as my drug of choice.  Although I think this concept is a good idea in today's economy, I love shopping WAY too much.

Getting things rolling.

I am really getting excited for the business to launch.  I have so many ideas, it's all I can think about.  I will figure out prices soon and post them asap.  I will also make a poster to spread the word.

So as I've said before, we have limited shopping here in the Monterey area.  But, I am making due with what we have.  Plus, I am a stylist/shopper for the average woman.  Who needs a shopping trip to Sakks anyway... .Um ok, well I would love one.  But, we make due.

I took a friend shopping the other day.  She has a great figure, just needed to show it off more and help put things together.  I think we need to continue our journey of Fashion Greatness, but we did find some great things at the Gap.

 This was a cute printed t-shirt with Jeggings.  I am all for jeggings!  Gap has some nice ones with a higher rise, so you can tuck in whatever needs to be tucked.

A super cute khaki jacket and denim colored jeggings.  She went with these instead of the black ones.  They look fab on her.  Hard to see, but the shirt underneath was a striped 3/4 sleeve with a tiny bit of embroidery around the color.  Little things to spruce up a shirt!!!

This is the full outfit!  So classy!  I had to add in the Divalicious Bella.  She had a blas in the dressing room.  My kinda Gal.  The shoes are animal print with purple trimming.  I love these!  Gap has a bunch of flats of all different colors.  They even have glittery ones... which I will be purchasing very soon.


As I said, we have more to do.  Pictures to come...Prices too!

Jeans!

There are going to be a lot of posts about jeans! I kind of have a love/hate relationship with them. I came across this on Us Weekly. These definitely are not for everyone, but you can get an idea of what's in for fall. Well in Celebrity World at least.


Photos - Fall's Hottest Denim Trends - Bell Bottoms - UsMagazine.com

Something of Interest

My very fashionable sister came across this website and shared it with me.  Now, I must share with you.

I love expensive clothing!  I love top couture fashion!  But, I can't afford any of it, so I love stores like Nordstrom Rack, Marshalls, TJ Maxx, and Last call by Neiman Marcus.

Unfortunately, most of these stores do not have a website to order online... until now.

http://www.lastcall.com/store/catalog/templates/P4E.jhtml?itemId=cat000001&N=4294967293+4294965879 

Check it out!  Great steals on Fab fashion!

Dream Job

I have decided to do something spectacular.  I'm going to start my own business!  I'm a little nervous, I lack a little bit of self confidence, especially in the business aspect.  But, I am going to prevail and try this out.  I want to be a Stylist/Personal Shopper.  As much as I would love to do top couture fashion with  heavy duty price tags, this is reality... I am a Military Wife, I know other Military wives.  So I am going to become a Stylist/Personal Shopper for the "Middle Class".  We can find super fashionable things at Target, Forever 21 (which is coming to Monterey by Xmas), Old Navy, Gap, Marshalls, etc... 

Hopefully I will get a professional site or blog going soon, but for now I am going to share some fashion tidbits and just random thoughts.  Enjoy!

10 Fall Fashion Must haves!  (Well, except for here in Monterey, where it's summer)

1. A fitted jacket

~ Oh how I love blazers!  They look good on everyone!  Dress them up or down.

2.A white shirt
 

~ A fitted button-down white shirt always is a classic piece to wear.  I just need to add a little white to my collection.

3.A plaid shirt

 

 I saw plaid shirts had appeared last year, and I never got one... I need to get to a store!  Great with Jeans.

4.Tall boots

 


I've always had a thing for boots.  I love them!  I've already bought a pair for the season.  I like brown, black, red, camel, or brown.  I like heel, or flat.  Think riding boots.  They go with everything.  I love how Jill Zarin and Spanx were in the first pic I found. :)

5.Messenger Bag

  You might not think this is the most sheik of purses.  But, I am seeing them all over the place.  I personally find them easier to carry.  I just pull it over my shoulder and have my hands free to chase a toddler.

6. A biker jacket

 I stole this one from the all powerful Rachel Zoe.  A biker Jacket.  I've seen them at Marhsalls' lately.  They're not necessarily in my budget right now, but I've seen faux ones at Target.

7.The boyfriend jean

  So I love bootcut jeans.  I always say without fail, go with a bootcut.  It's flattering for everyone.  But, I came across an expensive pair of boyfriend jeans at Goodwill of all places!  I really like the way they fit.  It's cute with a fitted shirt and ballet flats.

8.leggings

  Yay leggings!  I like these with the zippers.  Wear them everyday!  Plus, you don't have to be stick thin to get away with the,.  I have tree trunks for legs and I still wear them!  I just wear a longer shirt, like a long cardigan.

9.A statement necklace

  I like one big accessory.  A cute headband, big earrings, or a huge, gaudy necklace.  I love this one here.  Even if you're wearing a plain t-shirt, a big necklace will add flare to it.

10.A belt

  I need to vow to myself to wear more belts.  They're the perfect accessory.  Thin, wide, or 80's grommets, it will all work.









So there are the Top Ten Fashion Must Haves!  Some I need to follow more myself.  Have a great fall everyone! I'm so excited for my new Fashion Adventure!