The Avengers

These are some awesome pictures I found on bellasugar.com.

Avengers movie inspired eye make up by makeup artist Jangsara.  These are so cool and I need to learn how to do them.  

To read the full article and the artist inspiration and tips click here.

Avengers Movie-Inspired Eye Makeup.

And Always 

Stay Fabulous

Sky High Heels

Found these on yournextshoes.com.
Five of the highest heels ever made.


I don't even think I am daring enough to wear these!


5. Kronier Creations platform boots - 12 inches

 

Kronier Creations 2008 special design for Sinteque Berlin

Alien-inspired Kronier Creations platform boots

4. Alexander McQueen Fall 2009 platform boots - 12 inches

Alexander McQueen 2009 collection

                                                

                                                                                          

    Heidi Klum wears 12-inch Alexander McQueen thigh high boots on a shot for German Vogue 

3. Mihai Abu triple stacked wedges - 12.2 inches

 

12.2-inch Mihai Abu triple stacked wedge heels

Mihai Abu double booties

2. LadyBWear lace-up platform shoes - 16 inches

LadyBWear platform boots

1. James Syiemiong platform boots - 20 inches

James Syiemiong and his record-holding 20-inch platform boots

Not gonna lie, these scare me a little! And my ankles are thanking me because I am to chicken to try! Are you brave enough?

To see the full article click here -> http://www.yournextshoes.com

And Always,

Stay Fabulous

What Is BB Cream?

So we know most women out there, including me, are coo coo for coca puffs about our make up and skin care products.  We slather, buff, and spackle our faces with our favorite products and are still on the look out for more.

Well there is a new product out there that women are going gaga over and that is BB Cream.  

Now I know you are asking yourself (because I know I did) what the heck is BB Cream?  Well I'll tell you its, amazing is what it is!

BB Cream which is short for Blemish Balm or Beauty Balm was originally used to speed healing after laser treatments. The craze started in Asia when Korean celebrates , saying this is the reason for their flawless skin.  And in recent years has made an appearance in the US.

In basic English, it is super powered tinted moistureizer. But wait there is more. It is a moisturizer, sunscreen, foundation, and concealer all in one. Not to mention the the skin improvement qualities.

I am not gonna lie I have been wanting to try this product but it is a little pricy.  So it was just a dream, until Garnier came out with the much more affordable Miricle Skin Profector All-In-One BB Cream!

I ran down to my local drug store and snatched it off the shelf. I ran back home giddy as a kid on Christmas to try it out!  Yes I was a little apprehensive about it because how many times have we gotten something  that promised the world only to be disappointed.

But this stuff is amazing.  Once you get used to it that is. Because it is a moisturizer it has to absorb into your skin, which doesn't take long. Afterwards,  you get this beautiful air brushed look of glowing skin.   I am hoping to try a different brand to compare, but until then I am happy with the Garnier.  

Here is a picture of me before an after. Same light, same camera, and no photoshop! Try it for yourself and see. You will love it! 

And Always,

Stay Fabulous

Instagram

It seems that this app Instagram is all the rage now, so I had to try it out.

Seems fun but I have been using the camera and photo apps on my iPhone for so long that I have become a master of the self portrait!

But for those who would like some help I found this article from BellaSugar.com with tips to make all your Instagrams picture perfect! (giggle)

http://www.bellasugar.com/Instagram-Photo-Tips-22587832


Here is my first test picture!

It has been a while.

Photos from our wedding in Vegas.

I am sorry I haven't posted anything in a while but my life has gotten a little hectic as of late.  Just to let you know my husband, Bob had a heart attack on February 13th and had a bypass sugary.  So needles to say I have been a little preoccupied and busy.

He is doing much better now and we are taking it one day at a time in his recovery. Actually he has had an amazing recovery and I am so proud of him.  I will soon be posting new articles but I felt I needed to let you know why I took time off.  Thank you for understanding.

And Always,
Stay Fabulous

Fixing Tired Shoes

Have you got that one pair of shoes you love to wear, but they are worn, scuffed, or your new puppy used them as a chew toy? It's not a lot of damage, and you just can't bear to get rid of them, but there's enough damage that you wouldn't be caught dead in them.

Worn Out

Bad Puppy

Yeah we've all been there. We pull them out of the closet (because they will go perfectly with this outfit!) just to sadly take them off, give a sigh, and put them back in their place.

Well here is a trick to help you out in this situation.

What you will need is Mod Podge, Glitter, and some Sponge Brushes.


Tip:Use the extra fine Glitter. The color I chose was Chestnut to go with the color of my shoes.

Pour some of the Mod Podge into a disposable container. You don't need a lot. Then pour some glitter in. You will need a lot of glitter.

Stir the mixture til it's well blended.

Use the sponge brush to apply the mixture. It will go on white, but as it dries all you will see is the glitter. It takes about fifteen minutes to dry. You will need at least three coats to get the results you want. Make sure you let each coat dry completely before starting a new one.








And here is your end result. A new pair of shoes like no one else has. And to answer the question I know you are thinking: the glitter doesn't rub off easily. Trust me, I rubbed the heel with my fingers to see if it would come off, and it doesn't. It is actually smooth to the touch. So rock out in some new sparkly shoes.

And Always
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30 Signs You Are Obessed With Shoes

This is a cute article I found on yournextshoes.com! I love it! But then again, I'm obsessed with shoes.

30 Signs You are Obsessed with Shoes! (<- Click here to read article)




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Removing Glitter Nail Polish

Ok, so in a previous blog I went down the list of the latest trend in nail polish for the holiday season.
And on that list was several glittery gems to choose from.  But I know several of you groaned a little at the thought of removing it

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How can something so pretty be such a pain in the keester?  Scrubbing the stuff off is harder than removing paint off a piece of furniture! You use a ton of cotton balls, a half a bottle of remover, and all your patience and finally give up and scrape it off! You know get a nail file and basically sand the polish off. But that can be hard on the nail and can cause chipping and splitting.

So what is a gal to do? While reading some of my favorite websites for latest trends I came across this article in BellaSugar. And it seems so easy. The key was right there in front of us all along. I had to test it out and I have to say, it works!

Here is what you need:

Cotton Balls

Nail Polish Remover

Aluminum Foil

First soak a cotton ball in the remover and apply to the nail then wrap the nail in the foil. Repeat on all the nails. (Tip only do one hand at a time)

Give each foil tipped finger a good squeeze to make sure the remover is saturating the nail.

Let it soak for about five minutes and then slide the foil off to reveal glitter free nails.

You might need to use the soaked cotton balls to remove excess polish near the cuticles. 

Repeat on the other hand.

See, easy peasy! So break out the glitter and polish away!

And Always,

Stay Fabulous

It's cold outside, PUT ON A COAT!

Lately I have been seeing a strange trend among the young girls in my small town of Johnson City, TN. And I think to myself, 'I hope this isn't a growing trend around the world!'

Now, where I am from, downtown is a popular place to be at night because of the variety of bars, night clubs,and restaurants. So it isn't unusual to see people walking down the sidewalk from place to place. Not to mention you have to hoof it from the various parking lots to where all the action is.

As the weather got colder I noticed it didn't prevent the countless numbers of young women from wearing their finest clubwear, including tiny dresses and tummy-bearing tops. Now I am not hating, when I was in my twenty's I wore the same thing. What struck me as odd was that none of them were wearing coats!

They stumbled from bar to bar in little herds, huddled over for warmth. I mean, when did wearing coats become uncool?


Honestly, most establishments provide coat checks for your convenience.

Now that my rant is winding down, I would like to make you aware of an important piece of the winter wardrobe just for this type of situation: the evening coat.

The evening coat is going to be a little nicer than your everyday casual coat. There are many to choose from. My suggestion is to get a coat that hits between mid thigh and just below the knee, depending on how tall you are. If you are short or petite, go for the shorter length.

Evening coats can add a touch of elegance to your wardrobe. Also, think of it this way, you always want to make an entrance. Walk in the door and take the coat off in a way that will show off the outfit underneath. It will help make a statement.

Here are some examples of evening coats. I myself have several, and tend to go the vintage route.

The Puffy Jacket

When the words "Puffy Jacket" are spoken, it tends to bring back memories of childhood when you would bundle up to go outside and play in the snow. But as you got older you dropped the uncool look of the puff for something more mature.

I remember when I was in high school you wouldn't be caught dead in a puffy coat. But as with all things fashion- what goes around comes around.

Now they are everywhere and have had some awesome upgrades made to them. There are styles for everyone.

So this winter you can stay stylish and also stay warm! Check out these new styles, there is something for everyone.

And Always,
Stay Fabulous