Bobbi Brown Quick Touch-Ups!

Problem: Tired, sleepy-looking eyes.

Solution: To give your eyes a makeup wake-up, line your upper lashline with dark eyeliner (mahogany brown, charcoal and black are good choices). Extend the liner slightly at the outer corner of the eye, and make sure the liner is thick enough and visible when your eyes are open. Another great tip: Dust highlighter (try white shadow if you're fair and bone shadow if you have medium to dark skin) on your brow bone to draw attention up.

Problem: Dull, lackluster complexion.

Solution: Instantly brighten up your complexion with blush. First, dust on a neutral shade of blush—start on the apple of the cheek and blend the blush upwards toward the hairline, then downwards toward your nose to soften the color. Finish with a pop of brighter blush applied just on the apples of the cheeks.

Problem: Dark undereye circles.

Solution: Concealer is the best way to counteract darkness under the eyes. If you have extremely dark undereye circles (circles that have a greenish or purplish tinge to them), start with a pink- or peach-toned corrector. Next, layer on a yellow-toned concealer that is one to two shades lighter than your foundation. Women with average darkness under the eyes can just use the yellow-toned concealer.

Problem: Parched, bone-dry skin.

Solution: Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Layer skincare formulas—try a wet, hydrating cream under a rich, dense balm—to give skin a plumped-up, cushiony look. Use the warmth of your fingers to help blend the creams. If skin still feels tight, pat face oil on dry spots.

How To Scrimp?! (And Still Look Glamorous!)

You can still shop, at whatever level you can afford (these days many inexpensive pieces don't look it). The key is how:

1. Begin at home. First, "shop your closet": Clean it out; give away anything ill-fitting, outworn, or outdated; and assemble an organized list of what you need.

2. Banish plastic. Set a spending limit for each foray, and take cash in that amount. Period.

3. Shop alone. You'll be more focused. Plus, fun as it is to shop with friends, sometimes you egg each other on to make silly purchases.

4. Befriend salespeople. They know when prices will be slashed.

5. Apply the versatility test. When considering a purchase, ask yourself: "Can it work in five different looks?" (It helps to choose clothes in season-bridging fabrics like jersey, gabardine, or wool crepe.)

6. Be selectively cheap. Lower-priced versions of trendy items or basics like T-shirts and button-downs are fine. Put real money into coats, shoes, and handbags (essential for a strong first impression).

7. Do it for love. Adopt the European practice of owning a few good things. Pick clothes that make you really happy; leave the rest on the rack.

9 Ways To Work With Your Curves!

Adam Glassman Spilled His Secret!!

How do ladies can work with their curves to look adorable and Sexy!

So check it out Ladies:

* Dress from the inside out. A well-fitting bra and shapewear will camouflage all lumps and bumps.

*Clothes should skim your body, not cling to it like sausage casing! Think high-waist, wide trousers, and A-line or flared skirts.

*Don't cover your curves! Big clothes on big bodies only make you look bigger.

*Skirts should end just before or under the kneecap. Your legs will look longer.

*Shorter, fitted jackets will also flatter your legs—and waist.

*Avoid elasticized waistbands. They might be comfortable, but they add bulk to your midsection.

*Keep necklines open. A deep V- or scoop neck lengthens your neck.

*A dress with a belt will cinch you in, focusing attention on your smaller waist.

*Wide feet need to be counterbalanced with wide heels. A thinner heel only draws attention to your wider foot.

And i have to say that that this really works!
i mean its makes your curves stand out in a super sexy way!
try it out and let me know!!

Spring 2009: Color It Up

This Spring, its all about the COLORS AND SHAPES.
As you see in the above picture, the model is being really simple, just a simple top and some black faded, grey jeans and to accentuate the look some midheels shoes(which are the musthave for this season!) they are perfect for every occasion(morning or night!) and for the Make-Up this spring ------>COLORED EYELINERS AND SHADOWS!
Extra Tip: Do not match the eyeshadow with the top you're wearing, make your eyes pop!
As you see in this picture: Turquoise eyeliner with purple top, it looks great!! lovin' it!

Forget about the old fashioned black coat! Get your colors on and pop it with blue green coats(waist length) or fuschia and purple coats and pop it up with that colored eyeliner and do not forget the NEON NAILPOLISH, its still this season too you girls! For an extra it girl look: make sure to match the eyeliner with the neon nailpolish!

Knee length classic skirts are this season's hottest
trend with a colored stilletto ( for a night out!) or
a blue or green (non-vernis) ballerina and accentuate
the look with a big silver hoop earring!
And a classic colored jacket!



If you are going to your friend's house or just hanging out and you want to look simple, wear a jeans and a top and your converse(bright colored preferred!) and just accentuate your look with a hat(Try it and you will see the difference!)

Exercise & look sexy while doing it!

Change your style with this amazing red cherry color!

Buy yourself a new trainning suit of red cherry or pink fuschia color, the whole thing the pants and jacket!

It's super hot! and wear a white top underneath it in case you sweat while exercising!

Most of us Girls,wear black skirt with a white top and some colored jacket!Sure but what you dont know is that this season too wear the same thing just buy a new black skirt with small polka dots and a fuschia elbow length jacket and the same top and you got yourself a brand new look and some wayfarers.

Let Me Know what you think of these styles?!
xoxo.

Spring 2009 Trends: Eyes: High Voltage

SORBET SHADOWS

This spring, its all about the COLORS!

3 to 4 combined colors in your eye shadow pallette and you must use all of them this season, its time to use all those pallettes that you got as gifts and never knew what to do with the pink and orange colors so now mix them together and put them all over the eye!

Its all about having the smoldering eye look!

These are the popular colors that you should combine together:

gold, brown, orange, pink, coral and partition your eye as u like and add them to the different corners of your eye!

If you're not feeling so comfortable with adding that much of colors in your eyes, then just add some golden brown and in the crease some orange and you achieved a more daily look and not that extreme look with a rainbow in your eyes!

Lips Are Not A "One Size For All!"

News Flash Ladies!

You could change the size of your lips depending on your mood!

If you're feeling sexy: You might want your lips to look larger so Apply a little vaseline or lip gloss to the middle of the bottom lip, which brings the lips out, making them look larger.

If you're feeling decent:Use the deeper colors in your palette (deep color makes the lips recede), and stick to a matte formula; keep away from shiny glosses.

But that doesnt limit it to sexy and decent only! I mean you could feel sexy and wear dark colors on your big lips or feel sexy and wear colors and a lot of lipgloss! It's as you wish but these are tricks to make your large lips look small or your small lips look large!!

I've tried these tips actually and they both worked great with me!

Let me know how it turned out with you!

xoxo,

nadine.

Natural Tips For Shiny Healthy Hair

Hi all,

this is my first post so i really hope you like it!

These are actually some of my favorite recipes to get your dull hair to look glamorous and shiny!!!

Hope You Enjoy Them!

The Alluring Avocado:

Mash an avocado (one avocado for short hair, two for long) in a bowl until it forms a thick paste. Spread the paste on your hair from root to tip and leave on for 20 minutes. Shampoo and rinse. Avocados are high in fatty acids and nutrients. Feed your hair!

Amazing Apple Cider Vinegar:

Mix half a cup of apple cider vinegar with one quart of water and use as a hair rinse after your regular shampoo. Rich in alpha-hydroxy acids, apple cider vinegar helps break down residue build-up leaving your hair soft and full of shine. Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar and it will be shining in no time.

Eggs Over Olive Oil:

Beat together two eggs for short hair, three for long, and add in three tablespoons of olive oil. Coat your hair from root to tip and leave on for 30 minutes. Shampoo and rinse. Eggs contain eleven essential nutrients and are packed with protein. Combine them with olive oil for conditioning and nourishment and you have one powerful duo.

Coconut Craze:

Warm three tablespoons of coconut oil and gently comb into your hair from root to tip. Wrap your hair in a hot towel and let the oil sit for 30 minutes. Shampoo and rinse. Loaded with antioxidants, coconut oil works to smooth dry and damaged cuticles and lock in shine.

So, Girls Get Your Shine On!

Let me know how it turned out for You!

kisses,

Nadine.