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

Holiday Party Staple

It is that time of year again! The Holiday season is upon us. Time for merriment, gift exchanges, and of course, parties.



But if you are anything like me, this time of year can cause your bank account to deplete fast! With a sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach you look at your bank account and wonder how in the world you are going to do it.





How are your going to buy presents for everyone on your list, pay your bills, look fabulous at all the parties you will be attending, and still stay under budget? Or as close as you can and still break even!

Well, as far as the bills and present buying goes you are on your own. But, never fear, the answer to your holiday wardrobe dilemma is right in your closet. That's right, it is the little black dress!

Every woman has one, or at least she should. The reason we all love the little black dress is because of how versatile it is.

With simple little changes such as shoes, jewelry, belts, and even a cardigan or sweater you can have a different outfit for every party! There is even a woman who, for charity, wore the same little black dress everyday for a year- 365 different ways.


Here are some ideas on how to change up the little black dress.

Start making your budget stretch while looking amazing for the holidays! The little black dress is the key. Just think of it as a blank canvas with endless possibilities.

And Always

Stay Fabulous

Holiday Metallic

New trend from StyleSpot: Silver is everywhere this Holiday Season. It has always been my favorite metallic, but what are your thoughts? Personally, I love it!

Check out these looks on StyleSpot.com.

Making Old Shoes New

My friend's boot had started to
rip where it was folded in a box.

We all know the heartbreak of having to give good shoes a proper burial because they have one too many scuffs or some other surface damage. Well before you play taps and start the twenty-one gun salute, take an evaluation of the situation. How bad is the damage and can it be repaired? If it cannot be repaired, can you add a slight improvement to cover the damage?

There are a zillion ways to update or repair a damaged shoe. That is, unless it is the heel, and for that you will need to take it to a professional or just start the funeral.

I am gonna show you how I repaired a pair of boots for a friend of mine. She folded the boots in half to store them in the closet and it caused the snake skin detailing to crack.

What I used was some wide black ribbon, skinny black ribbon with some sparkle detailing, and some spray adhesive.








Measure and cut the ribbon to cover the damaged area. I decided to have the ribbon to go from top of the boot to the black band around the ankle.





Next I sprayed the ribbon with the spray adhesive and applied it to the shoe. Be careful- it will get your fingers sticky as well as your work area. If you want, wear gloves and put down something to protect your table top.

Make sure the ribbon adheres to the shoe with out lifting off. Then apply the second ribbon down the middle of the first. I repeated this on the back as well.



And just like that, my friend has a new pair of one-of-a-kind boots!



You can also use fabric or lace to cover a shoe. Also, don't forget to get out the glue gun and add feathers, gem stones, and flowers. Be creative, and the next thing you know everyone will want to know where you got those shoes.

So remember, before you toss out those worn shoes, see if you can save them. Bring them back to life and walk proud in your one-of-a-kind shoes just for you!