Kerry Washington goes glam in a vintage inspired editorial for Vogue Italia’s July issue. The shoot included poodles, vintage clothes and shag carpets! The actress looked nothing less than perfect in the shoot which was very reminiscent of Jackie O and 1960’s Diana Ross, LOVE IT!
I am so in love with all the latest nail art I have come across, it’s such a sensation across beauty blogs and all over the web. I have always done polka dots and have mastered the easiest way to do so. I am not artsy at all, so getting perfect polka dots every time is an amazing feat. I used to use a toothpick until I discovered my favorite polka dot making tool at a craft store years ago and I still use the same tool now. The tool is known in the scrapbooking world as a stylus or embossing tool and they’re very reasonably priced, $2-$4 at Michaels, Jo-ann or any craft store. I prefer the dual tipped kind, so I can choose the size of my polka dots. This whole polka dot obsession has led me to include heart designs in my nail art. I came across a tutorial a few months ago that showed how to create a heart by connecting 3 dots. you’ll see just how simple it is in the pictures below
Stylus tool $2.10 at stuff4scrapbooking.
Heart in a few easy steps.
1. start with one dot
2. make another dot directly beside it
3.make a third dot under the first two, directly in the middle, this will be the bottom of your heart.
4 connect the three dots into a heart shape.
5. give your design plenty of time to dry before applying your topcoat.
My tool
I prefer to put a small amount of polish onto a post it and dip my tool into that instead of into the bottle.
My latest heart nail art. Mint polish topped with a cherry red heart!
Happy Friday everyone!!!!!!!!! Here are some fabulous finds for you to shop, including some of my favorite eyeshadow! Have a great weekend!
1. Hammered heart earrings rose tone ($12.90) 2.Pink scarf ($18) both available at Nordstrom.
3. Pin tucked floral top ($19.80) available at Forever21.
4.Two tone zip wallet (sale $9.99) available at Zara.
5. Urban Decay feminine eyeshadow palette (sale$16) available at Urban Decay.
6. Skinny belt ($7.70) 7. Horseshoe bracelet ($10) both available at Sosie.
I love updos with headbands, the style works well with all hair types and is easy and chic! It’s very feminine and perfect for summer as well. Below are some cute ways to rock the beauty bands!
The messier, the better and add a double headband too!
I absolutely LOVE this look below, her hair is perfect and her makeup is amazing!!!! Bold brow and a perfectly highlighted and contoured cheek with a nude lip! The ultimate summer hair & makeup look!
Mark your calendars!!!! An epic collaboration is coming to Target and Neiman Marcus December 1st! The two retailers recruited 24 American designers to create limited-edition gift items with prices ranging from $7.99 to $499.99, with most items under $60. The entire collection(more than 50 pieces) will be available in stores and online at both retailers december 1st. In honor of the partnership, the two companies are jointly making a $1 million donation to the CFDA, affirming their support of American design! More information to come….check in at Target and Neiman Marcus.
Image: Neiman Marcus
The list of talented designers partaking in this amazing collaboration.
Until now MAC has only offered 8 shades of nail color in its permanent collection. The other shades we fell in love with were limited editions and others rotated in and out.
30 shades hit Nordstrom and MAC stores July 5 some new, some re-released and another 35 shades will hit stores August 2 bringing the total to a whopping 65 shades!!!!!!! MAC is officially a player in the lucrative nail polish game! The polishes come in three finishes-pearl, frost and cream and retail for $16.
As the proud new owner of floral jeans I wanted to do a post that would inspire you to get a pair as well. I did have floral jeans as a kid but this is my first pair in my adulthood. Floral is so fun and they come in many color combos from grey to brights to colorful pastels, it’s up to you. I purchased a grey Current/Elliott pair(#4 below), yes I was bold enough for the print but not bold enough for color…..baby steps! I wore mine with a white v neck and pink sandals and plan to wear them into Fall with bold blues and blacks. As far as shoes, they look great with sandals, flats, wedges and heels! When wearing floral jeans, my only advice is to pair them with solid pieces so that the jeans are on a stage of their own. Below are some ideas on how to wear them and also some pairs to shop. Enjoy!
Floral jeans for you to shop!
1.Black & white J brand ($200) available at Nordstrom. 2. Blue & white($135) available at Madewell. 3. Cream Citezens of humanity ($189) available at Neiman marcus.
4. Grey Current/Elliott $198 available at Nordstrom. 5. Lilac & blue Joes Jeans ($179) available at Neiman Marcus. 6. Petite pastel jeans ($58) available at Asos.
P.S. I saw 2 floral styles at Target today for $22.99. They are available in store only, here is the link to take a peek.
Do it! It’s super cute!
Statement necklace with delicate rings is a WIN!
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