Perfect Winter Nails

I love the feeling of having my nails freshly manicured, but it could get a bit on the pricey side. I think the problem are those dry cuticles, especially in the winter time. The more dry the air gets the most dry your hands and cuticles get. When you go to the nail salon to fix this problem, they soak your hands then clip your cuticles with a cuticle cutter...BAD IDEA! This is the main cause of those nasty hang nails that you could get tempted to pick at. The best treatment for your hands is a cuticle remover, they condition the area and strengthen the nail.

This is the best product that I have used to keep my colorful hands looking great all year around! Essie's cuticle remover is only $8 too! After removing your old polish, buffering, and filing down to the perfect shape, apply the product to your cuticles and let it sit for a minute or two. Afterwards, massage it a little just to let it penetrate enough and remove your unwanted cuticle with a pusher, NOT cutters! Wash your hands after and rock your next color.

This is my favorite nail look right now! I love how clean, yet  bold it is, and it can go with any occassion. Mix and match any colors you want to bring out colors in your outfit or to just make a statement.

First Date...!

First Dates are nerve racking, but FUN! It's a chance to meet someone new and maybe even potentially start something amazing. The hardest part is not whether your kiss will have them wrapped around your finger (we know you're a pro already), but getting dressed to perfection. That's the thing, you don't need to look perfect, you need to stay true to you. The more natural you look, the better.

This is a casual, yet formal look. You really can't go wrong with fitted jeans and a flowy shirt. Classic! Keep in mind, if you're going to wear heels, make sure they are ones that you are confident in and that are not new. The last thing you want is to trip or walk in like a mannequin.

I have worn this on not only a first date but also to meet the parents, and it is a hit no matter what we're doing! It shows the person that you're down to earth and that you're flexible with whatever they have planned.

This is my favorite date night look. It's simple, flattering and you can add your own twist with accessories or a fun bun. I would add a colorful purse or clutch to show off my adventurous side


 

Cool/Pale Toned Skin

Be proud of your creamy skin tone in the bedroom, and in order to do that you need to flaunt it! Red, of course, is very va va voom, and you can rock it the best. Be careful though, if your a classic red-head, don't down play your sexy, fiery hair color with a red bedroom piece. Purple will enhance your beautiful hair as well as brunettes. 

Black in the Bedroom!

For the next few days I will be posting about the colors you SHOULD be wearing in the bedroom. If you

White is a very pure, innocent color so I usually advise people to stay away from it. But that just means you can have more fun with colors and patterns! Spicing things up in the bedroom could be fun for the both of you, and it doesn't have to seem like its just for him/her. The obvious favorite color in the bedroom is BLACK, its sexy, its mysterious and it shows your significant other that you have a bad girl side. A good look that usually gets a good reaction is one where your covered up, but showing (you need to leave something for the imagination). Most women are self conscience of their bellies and are not comfortable showing it off, so this is a perfect way to cover it up, but still have the same look. Just remember, "its not only about what you wear, its about your confidence and how you hold yourself, don't be afraid to laugh in the bedroom"

This color will look great on any skin color, you can even add a pop of color to it. Lets say you want to go for a sexy professional look, you can do that look
on the top but use a purple bra instead. Have
fun with it!

Tomorrow, I will cover Red and Purple!

Glowing Skin

I don't know about you, but my skin dries out this time of year! With temperatures changing, the combination of cold winds outside and central heating inside can chafe and suck out the moisture in your skin. But that's okay, because I'm going to give you one a super hydrating mask recipe that will keep your face rejuvenated and nourished all winter long!

Tomato Hydrating Face Mask

3 tablespoons of yoghurt
¼ of a peeled tomato
¼ of a grated cucumber
1 tablespoon of Aloe Vera gel
3 tablespoons of oatmeal

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl. Apply mixture to face and leave on for approximately 10 minutes. Rinse well with lukewarm water.


 Moisturize Skin With Honey and Olive Oil
Honey holds moisture extremely well and olive oil hydrates well, too. Mix equal parts of olive oil and honey (and add a dash of lemon juice if you’d like) to create a pasty lotion. Rub it onto the dry skin and let it sit for 10-20 minutes. Your skin will be hydrated for plenty of time to come afterwards. (Just for you PK!)

Honey is more than just a sweet treat and moisturizer, its also know for its healing properties, which were using in ancient Greece as an antibacterial to treat wounds! It also lowers your risk of heart disease, and makes the ill-affects of radtion therapy in chemo patients lessen. Other researchers have found that honey can alleviate asthma, calm nerves and induce sleep, enhance athletic performance, ease pain and relieve diarrhea. Good to know!

Arm Candy

My new obssession...ARM CANDY! It is the perfect way to make a statement, and pull an outfit together.

Here are a few ways to perfect your accessorized look!
1. Don't overcrowd your arm!
2. Mix and Match textures, especally if you have basic pieces of clothing on.
3. Make it colorful, if you have on a coral shirt and jeans, throw on gold, teal, and yellow bangles.
4. Have fun with it, its a way to express your fun personality!



This is perfect for people who are just starting out, or even just a casual option.



Even though there is no coral in the outfit, it still works, because it ties the lip color in beautifully!

I love wearing the look on both arms, but be careful, because if you do it with bagles or simlar textures it can end up looking like handcuffs. To get similar looks try Francesca's or Anthropolgy, they always have fun pieces! For a cheaper option, Forever Love or even Target are great places with huge selections!



Here are some examples of arm candy gone wrong!

Over crowding can make  you look stiff and uncomfotable. Simplicity is the best way to go sometimes (oh...and when I say arm candy, I don't literally mean arm candy)

Happy Friday!

Lint Free!

Dog rubbed up on you on your way out? Not a problem! Making a lint roller at work, or where ever can literally take a minute!

Place together 4 pieces of tape together and roll into a circle (make sure the sticky side is facing the outside) Place your fingers inside and just roll it on the article of clothing that needs primping!! Super easy =)

Thanks for the question Dave!

Hello World....

I'm eager to start my blog and share crazy, wild, interesting things with everyone! If you have a question about anything. How to make a lint roller in a minute at work, how to check your breath in public, or what color you SHOULD wear in the bedroom to flatter you the best!

 



 

For today here is an outfit that I adore, it makes me a little nervous to mix and match patterns, but why not! Confidence completes the outfit, so if you wear it.....ROCK IT!