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Sweet Sixteen Gifts for a Girl’s Bedroom

October 16, 2014 / admin / Comments Off

Summary: Buying gifts for a sweet sixteen doesn’t have to be a difficult affair.

A girl’s sweet sixteen is a special time in her life. It’s more than just extra gifts, celebrations can range from formal gathering at big ball rooms to casual affairs arranged at someone’s home. Still, the message is the same: it’s a time to acknowledge the coming of age of young people. A sweet sixteen is an excellent opportunity to present girls with a gift that reflects a more mature outlook on the world, as opposed to games and toys.

Keepsakes

Sweet sixteen parties are marked by intimate moments and sometimes tearful acknowledgments that our kids are growing up. In this vein, it might be worthwhile to pass down a family heirloom like jewelry or a quilt.

New Bedding

Girls bedding can be a good gift for the young lady with an eye for style. You can typically tell if your child might fit into this category, with color-coded everything and patterns galore. Something subtle and tasteful to match their style will help them now and into their college years. It’s a small gesture you can make that will stay with them for a long time to come.

Matching Sets

Vera Wang bedding matches well with the bathroom sets of the same brand. Matching brands also gives you the chance to coordinate gifts with other guests, which simplifies the shopping process for everyone.

Final Thoughts

Brand names, like Laura Ashley bedding, always have a wide variety of styles and thread counts to choose from. If you decide to color coordinate, consider curtains and rugs too.

Choosing the right prom dress according to your body type

September 24, 2014 / admin / Comments Off

Women come in all shapes and sizes. Fortunately, prom dresses do too. Finding the right dress according to your body type is crucial to how you would feel about wearing that dress. The tips below might guide you in making the right choice.

Pear Shapes

If your body is pear-shaped, choosing a dress with a fitted top and a voluminous or A-line skirts. Such skirts would hide some of the lower curves. However, you might also choose to flaunt your behind by opting for a more form-fitting dress.

Apple shapes

If your body is apple-shaped, you might choose a dress with an empire waist in order to draw attention away from the middle of your body. Opting for a dress with a higher waistline might also help. If you have nice legs, you might flaunt them by wearing a mini dress.

Slender figures

If you have a slim figure, you can create the impression of curves by drawing attention to your busts or wearing a dress that has a bell shape. You might also drag attention to your waist by opting for a wrap dress or using a belt.

Petite figures

If you are petite, you might focus on showing your legs and wearing asymmetrical hemlines to give the impression of height. Solid and long fitted dresses will also make you look taller. You might also make use of long ruffles to provide the illusion of height.

Hourglass figures

If you are lucky enough to be blessed with an hourglass figure, you can choose just about any dress style. You can flaunt your body in dresses that you prefer depending on your personal taste.

10 makeup tricks every girl should know

August 18, 2014 / admin / Comments Off

Written by: Daily Makeover Beauty Board

1. Concealer
Concealer should never be used as a base on eyelids as it tends to make your eyeshadow crease.

2. Foundation
Using your fingers to apply foundation will leave a light coverage while foundation brushes yield to more coverage.

3. Face powder
Apply powder on your T-zone first to eliminate shine and dust lightly on other regions.

4. Bronzer
When using bronzer, always try to keep the shade uniform on your whole face, neck and chest.

5. Blush
Apply blush starting from the apple of the cheek and working it back towards the ears and down to the jawline.

6. Brow pencil
Shade your brow with a brow pencil or powder. This will add definition to your brow shape and lift up your features.

7. Lipstick and lipliner
Do not apply a heavy shade of lip liner before applying lipstick. Choose the same color and shade for your lipstick and lipliner. Apply lip liner first to your whole lips making sure to apply the color to the inner corners of your mouth as well. Then add the lipstick.

8. Eyeshadow
For eyeshadow, start by applying a base of the lightest tone of your face. Apply this color all over your lid even up to your eyebrows. This base shadow should not be shimmery and can be used to blend in other colors that you intend to add to your eye makeup.

9. Eyeliner
Do not overdo the eyeliner except if you are genuinely looking for a dramatic look.

10 . Mascara
Start by working for the root of the lashes and perform zigzag motions to get the best effect.

How to dress grunge

July 30, 2014 / admin / Comments Off

The grunge look is that style which we inherited from the late 80s and 90s. Grunge makes us think of bands such as Nirvana and Alice in Chains. However, grunge in fashion, has been a recurring theme and the below tips will help you to get that grunge look!

Choosing your top
Choose a top a size larger than what you would actually wear. To channel the grunge look, avoid bright colors like plague! Instead choose muted colors or go for black.

Flannel shirt
The flannel shirt is the key piece to any grunge look, whether you wear it with jean or over a baby doll skirt. Again opt for muted colors.

Jeans
Ripped and faded denims are essential elements of a grunge wardrobe. Usually, store bought faded jeans would not create the same effect as compared to if you had ripped your own jeans. This makes for a good DIY activity as well.

Shoes
Invest in high-top shoes such as Converse and Doc Marten boots.

Stockings
Consider wearing ripped stocking or stockings made to look ripped. This will complement your high-top shoes or boots.

Jewelry
Grunge is not about wearing too much jewelry. For earrings, go for something simple and small. Wear leather bracelets or simple braided bracelets in dark colors like grey, black or brown.

Thrift stores
If you cannot find clothing elements that look used or worn out enough to give you that grunge look, try thrift stores. These places are packed full of genuinely vintage stuff. You might find just the right hightop shoes or flannel shirts there.

5 Must Know Tips for Walking in High Heels

June 12, 2014 / admin / Comments Off

Heels are elements of our wardrobe that we often rant about but can’t do without. We love the effect that heels have on our legs and the below tips could help you improve the way you wear them.

1. Test your heels beforehand
If you have bought a special pair for an upcoming event, test them by wearing them around the house or to run errands. This will help you figure out if you would be needing cushioning or protection on your feet in certain places where there might be eventual rubs.

2. Scuff the sole of your shoes
There’s nothing worse than wearing brand new high heels on a smooth and slippery floor. A simple solution to prevent this is to scuff your shoe soles with sandpaper or walking on rough materials such as gravel. You can also apply a silicone rubber coating compound to make your soles less slippery.

3. Keep a straight posture and be confident
Walk elegantly and gracefully with your legs extended with each step. This will make you look coordinated and confident.

4. Take small breaks
Take a break from the dance floor or standing up chats by sitting down every 30 minutes or so. This will take some of the pressure off your toes and your feet would be able to last longer at the party.

5. Sign up for yoga or pilates
A long run solution to walking better in heels is to sign up for yoga or pilates classes. These exercises will improve your balance and strengthen your core muscles.

Three Secrets to Perfect Eyeliner

April 15, 2013 / admin / Comments Off

Written by Cosmix School of Makeup Artistry

Along with mascara and eye shadow, eyeliner does wonders for the eyes. Sure, it enhances them, but it can also be used to alter the shape of your eyes and even make your eyelashes appear fuller. If you haven’t learned about the miracles of eyeliner, continue reading. The professionals at Cosmix Inc., one of the leading make up artistry schools in Florida, have unveiled the following three secrets to drawing the perfect eyeliner.

Know your eye shape. It’s easy to use eyeliner to correct both close-set eyes and wide-set eyes. To correct close-set eyes, draw a very thin line from the tear duct to nearly a third of the eye, then thicken the line starting from the middle of the eye to the outer eye. To correct wide-set eyes, thicken the eyeliner starting from the tear duct.

Know your eyeliner styles. There are three main styles of eyeliner: natural, fashion, and glamour eyeliner. Select a style based on the occasion. For everyday eyeliner, go for the natural look used to lift and enhance the eyes. For a dramatic look while out on the town, we recommend fashion eyeliner. Finally, use glamour eyeliner for special events, a date, or for photographs.

Know your eyeliner products. You don’t have to attend special FX makeup school to purchase a variety of eyeliner products. Every woman should have in their makeup bag different types of eyeliner products to use when appropriate. For example, if you want eyeliner that will take you from the office to happy hour and beyond, consider liquid eyeliner. The liquid products last longer than power or pencil eyeliners.
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Cosmix Inc. is an accredited and licensed make up school in South Florida offering exciting programs in fashion, production, and special FX makeup artistry.

Combat Wrinkles with Botox Treatments

January 25, 2013 / admin / Comments Off

Smooth, younger looking skin is something we all want. While we can’t stop the aging process, we can take advantage of the latest techniques on the market to help improve our complexion, even if only temporarily.

Used by men and women alike, Botox is still considered the best way to fight wrinkles on your face. Here’s a look at Botox injections and why so many people get Botox in Los Angeles and elsewhere in the country.

What is Botox? It’s a concoction of botulinum toxin, a protein that relaxes muscle contractions. In the cosmetic industry, Botox is better defined as an FDA-approved, non surgical facelift that temporarily improve severe lines and wrinkles. It is also used to prevent wrinkles from getting worse. People can start getting Botox treatments as early as in their 30s. In fact, according to many dermatologists, starting early is key to 100 percent smooth skin.

When it comes to fighting wrinkles, Botox can be used to treat fine lines throughout the face, including between the eyes, furrows, lines across the forehead, and lines around the eyes. How long does it last? According to Cosmetic Rejuvenation Medical Center, a single session of injections for any given area usually lasts around three to four months, and may even last up to six months, although each case varies.

What can you expect from a Botox injection? A Botox treatment is relatively fast and painless. Injected under the skin by a needle, a single session of Botox usually lasts no more than 20 minutes; most people who get Botox in Beverly Hills and elsewhere in the country usually feel a slight pinch from the needle, so it doesn’t hurt too bad. The good news is that Botox does not have a recovery time. You can easily get treated on your lunch hour at work or on a Saturday and attend an event later that night. The treated area is usually a little red and puffy for a few hours.

Is Botox safe? According to the Mayo Clinic, it is “relatively safe when performed by an experienced doctor.” So make sure you skin those Botox parties and only receive treatment from a certified professional.

Surprisingly, people who get Botox in West Hollywood and the rest of the country don’t always do it for fighting wrinkles. In fact, Botox can be used to treat a variety of appearance-related issues, including cervical dystonia, lazy eye, muscle contractures, hyperhidrosis, chronic migraines, and even bladder dysfunctions.

How you can look slim and shapely without the long hours in the gym

October 22, 2012 / admin / Comments Off

The models we see in the adverts or on the runway have perfectly toned bodies and definitely no muffin tops appearing over their jeans. But this is not the case with us normal human beings. With the exception of the genetically blessed, we all find ourselves at some point in time with excessive fat bulging out of our cloths. With the present day obsession with being slim and perfectly toned, not being able to fit perfectly in to your clothing can be very distressing to some. Getting rid of the extra bulge is possible, but that takes dedication and very rigid discipline. Working out regularly and controlling you’re eating and drinking habits will slowly but surely get you in shape. But this is easier said than done for most of us who are too busy with jobs and families or just simply feeling lazy to hit the gym. For all people fitting in to the latter description help is at hand in the form of Double Take Shapewear, which sells slimming shapewear which can take inches off your waist in a matter of minutes. Whatever the body part you are conscious of, they will have a solution for you; this includes body suits, waist cinchers, butt lifts and many such items to make you feel comfortable and confident of yourself. The Fajas Colombia is the most popular slimming shaper available in the market. The meaning of “faja” being “wrap” this is similar to a girdle. Manufactured in Columbia this was originally used as a post-operative garment which later became one of the most sought after slimming shaper worn by women all over the world. Wearing one of these will give the wearer an hourglass figure while at the same time camouflaging any love handles. The fajas are available in a variety of shapes and sizes including tight belly bands and full body jumpsuits to fit plus sizes as well, to give the wearer the much desired hourglass figure. Getting yourself in to one of these will not be easy, at least not for the first few days until you get accustomed to wearing one. It involves sqeezing your body into one and having it tightly fastened. Women in shapewear from the early days have endured hours of pain in the name of body perfection. At Double Take Shapewear you are sure to find a slimming shaper to fit your needs which will give you fantastic results and since they are made out of best quality material, it is a lot more comfortable to wear than its original counterpart. Not only for shaping your body, the Fajas Colombia is still used for post-operative purposes which make the recovery from surgery including liposuction, faster.

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Two Summer Styles Bound to Keep You Looking Hot

July 9, 2012 / admin / Comments Off

Article written by Fresh Boutique

It’s never too soon to begin thinking about summer fashion styles. In fact, winter might be the best time to start—it gives you something to look forward to! While it’s tough planning this far ahead, it’s not impossible. Let’s take a look at some trends that are sure to catch attention.

Less is always more and next summer won’t be any different. Short shorts and midriff have been a favorite look for celebrities like Rihanna, Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus. Expect to see more of that as the weather gets warmer. These looks are always casual, but can be dressed up as you see fit. Whenever short shorts are involved, though, heels are an easy way to make more of your legs.

Hipster chic is the second trend you can expect to see going strong this summer. So if you’re wearing short shorts, don’t shy away from choosing denim as the material. Thick framed glasses will continue being fashionable too. It seems like just about any outfit can be considered hipster, if you add thick frames. Plaid is always a safe material, too, if you want to have that hipster look. Anything retro will do as well—think vintage band t-shirts. Lastly, women wearing men’s clothing is as hipster as it gets. Find cute ways to retrofit them to your body type and you’ll pass the hipster test.

Winter can be a tough time to be fashion forward. When the weather gets cold, style often comes second to warmth. But this is no reason you can’t think ahead to the days of summer.

Improve your brain function with Cellan Diet Pills

March 18, 2011 / admin / Comments Off

There are certain foods or beverages that help to enhance mood especially when you are feeling down. Green tea which contains caffeine and EGCG (epigallocatechin 3-gallate) can help with anxiety and tension. Another way green tea can enhance your mood is by its power to stimulate brain and nerves system. Besides its antioxidant and other impacts, recent research finds that polyphenols contained in green tea helps to maintain positive mood by improving brain substance dopamine. Dopamine is linked to sending positive mood enhancing brain signals. Cellan Diet Pills contain 100 percent green tea extract and that’s why you need to use it to improve your brain functions including improved mood.

In addition to green tea extract, Cellan Diet Pills contain powdered and dried seeds of African Mango, an exclusive berry blend, and vitamins C and B3 as its main ingredients. As a result, Cellan Diet Pills not only enhance your mood, but also brings host of other benefits too. Some of the other benefits include increased metabolism and digestion, fight with free radicals, lower blood sugar level, increase overall cholesterol level while decreasing harmful LDL cholesterol and other benefits. Dr. Michele.com provides some good articles about African Mango & Cellan Diet.

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