Beauty Bar: Emerald Green

Don’t be afraid to explore color eye shadow this spring and summer.  Here I decided to play around with my Too Faced Smokey Eye Kit.  Now of course, I personally wouldn’t go out with green lips; just being a little creative for the blog.

emerald green eye shadow

green make up

spring make up

Too Faced Smokey Eye

Eye Shadow: Too Faced Smokey Eye Kit (updated kit here), Lips: Green Eye Shadow, Nails: Shake Your $$ Maker

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Kerry Washington, Scandalous in Elle Magazine

Happy Thursday!!  Today is actually bittersweet for me.  Tonight is the season finale of my favorite show on TV right now, Scandal!!  I am so excited to see how everything plays out.  The last episode had me on the edge of my seat, jaw to the floor, and wanting more.  I know I’m also going to be sad for another long break.

In honor of the season finale I’m showcasing pics of Kerry Washington strut her stuff in her first fashion spread in June Elle.  Oh and if you haven’t seen Scandal, come out from that rock you’ve been living under and catch up!  This is only the 2nd season so you can catch up during their hiatus and be ready for season 3.

kerry washington

kerry washington scandal

kerry washington june elle

kerry washington fashion style

Photos via Elle.com

Magazine hits stands May 21

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Spring Beach Day Wear – Knit Sweater & Skirt

This past weekend was the perfect weather for a beach day.  I spent the afternoon exploring Long Beach and made an impromptu stop at the beach.  With 80 degree weather and the beach in my backyard, how could I not?

knit sweater, coral skirt

Nordstrom BP Knit Sweater (similar here), Nordstrom BP Skirt (similar here), Asos Sunglasses

spring colors - coral

long beach

Beach 2-2

beach day in long beach, ca

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Topshop: Cream of the Crop Tops

Topshop: Cream of the Crop Tops…try saying that 5 times fast!  I have a current obsession with crop tops.  I don’t own one just yet ( I have a few more sit ups to do) but I will by time summer is here!  I’ve styled several outfits in my head that includes pairing crop tops with jeans & a blazer, a pencil skirt, and high waisted pants.  I’ve began my research and the verdict is in!  When it comes to buying crop tops, Topshop is the clear winner.

Topshop Crop Tops

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15 Minute Home Workout – Legs & Core

About a month ago I received a reader’s request to share my workout routine and eating lifestyle.  I posted a healthy alternative for burgers but hadn’t really gotten into the groove of working out…until now!  Because of my schedule I don’t always have the time to go out to work out but thanks to Pinterest I have found several at home workout routines for women.  This week I’m focusing on my legs and core.  Join in on the fitness fun with me and complete the exercises in the chart below at least 3 times this week.  It’s quick but super effective.  Trust me, you will be sore the next day.  I’m also incorporating a couple jogging days for cardio.

home workoutsImage Via Pinterest

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Style Crush – Jessica Estrada from Style for

It’s time for another Style Crush!  This post I’m style crushin’ on Jessica Estrada from Style for Love.  I love her feminine style.  She tends to mix classic with current trends…and does it well.  Check out my mini style interview with her below.  And don’t forget to stop by her blog!!

Style Crush - Jessica

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Spring Shoe Trends

Spring is in the air and I couldn’t be more excited!  I’m anxious for all of the spring colors, trends, and change in wardrobe.  Below I’ve put together a magazine type layout to showcase this spring’s most fab shoe trends.  Take a look and let me know which shoe trend is your fave…just click on the shoe below!

 

Wardrobe Essential: Statement Necklace

Fact:  Accessories are to an outfit what icing is to a cake.  Sure the cake by itself is delicious but it isn’t complete without icing.  Just as your outfit isn’t complete without accessories.

My first wardrobe essential post was the pencil skirt and today it’s all about the statement necklace.  A statement necklace is large and bold.  It serves many purposes and is a must have in every woman’s wardrobe.  It can dress up your jeans and t-shirt (as shown in my pastel pink outfit post and below), refresh you LBD, and allow you to quickly go from a day to night look.

Your statement necklace can be expensive or very inexpensive.  They both look great and will get the job done.  Below is an assortment of statement necklaces to fit any budget.

How to wear a statement necklace

Statement Necklace #1
J Brand, Alexander Wang, Le Silla, Nancy Gonzalez
Add a statement necklace to a white tee to dress up your jeans

What to Wear to a Rihanna Concert

Something edgy of course!

thigh high boots

Nordstrom Side Split Top: Sold out (Asos Side Split Top), Leggings: G by Guess (similar here and here , Boots: Report (similar here), Studded Bracelet: Guess (old)

I typically like to get somewhat into “character” when I go to a concert by wearing an outfit inspired by the artist.  This Matrix look, as I like to call it, was definitely inspired by the Bad Gal Ri Ri.  I love Rihanna’s swag!  When I think of her style I think of edgy, sexy, cool, laid back, and definitely trend setting.

Rihanna 1-

Rihanna 3-

I had such a good time at the concert with these lovely ladies.  We dance and sang our little hearts out.  Oh and how fab do they look in their edgy and sexy dresses?!

Rihanna Diamonds Tour

Rihanna’s stage was simple.  Her performance was very chill and down to earth.  Even though we were at the Staples Center, which is pretty large, it felt very intimate….And clearly I was channeling my inner bad gal because Rihanna also wore thigh high boots!

Rihanna Diamond Tour Stage

And as always, she looked uh-mazing and super sexy!  I expected nothing less from her.

Rihanna concert at staples center

rihanna

edgy accessories

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3 Easy Ways to Change Your Casual to Business Casual

Business Casual

Guess Shirt: Old (similar here , here & here), Jeans: Guess, Guess Shoes: Old (similar here & here)

  1. Add a button up blouse – Here I chose a tie neck blouse for my business casual look.  I love the style and silhouette because it’s very feminine but still all about business!
  2. Put on a pair of heels – Although almost any heel will work, pumps would be perfect!  But as you can see, ankle straps will also get the job done.  I would stay away from wedges since they usually tend to be more of a casual heel.
  3. Wear dark denim – Dark denim has more of a dressed up feel than lighter washed denim.  You can even take it a step further by wearing trouser style dark denim.

Biz Casual 2

ankle strap heels - guess

autism speaks

I’m showing my support for Autism Awareness month by wearing my Autism Speaks; It’s Time To Listen band.  For more information on Autism and how you can show your support go to www.AutismSpeaks.org

natural hair styles

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