Sunday 30 June 2013

Beauty Do It Yourself: Homemade Banana Oatmeal Honey Milk Mask


Satin Strapless Silver Long A-Line Prom / Evening Dress




Strapless Prom Dresses
Silhouette: A-line 
Neckline: Strapless 
Waist: Empire 
Hemline/Train: Floor Length 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Pleats 
Fabric: Elastic woven satin 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Silver 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 
Occasion: Prom, Evening 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

Now that the weather is warm and summer is officially here, we’re all looking for ways to get that great summer glow. Here is a simple and inexpensive way to make a fantastic homemade mask from things you might already have in your kitchen. This is by far one of my favorite at-home beauty recipes. This mask has nourishing and anti-aging properties you’ll love–and it contains natural ingredients that have been used by women for decades.
Here is what you’ll need to make your mask:
- 1 smashed banana
- 1/2 cup plain unflavored oatmeal
- ¼ cup of honey
- 3 tablespoons of milk

You’ll also want to use a medium sized mixing bowl, a blender or food processor, and a small stirring spoon. All of these ingredients can be purchased at your local grocery store.
To make your mask, first smash up the peeled banana in your mixing bowl. Next, grind your oatmeal into a really fine powder in a blender or food processor. This step is very important, and unfortunately I learned this the hard way! I initially just poured the unblended oatmeal into the mixture and when I put it on my face, I had large chunks of oatmeal hanging off my face and dripping on the floor– and my whole staff laughing at me. While it may be more amusing, it’s not the best way to get the nourishing benefits of the oatmeal, so make sure you blend it to a fine powder first. You’ll also want to make sure that you use unflavored oatmeal in your mask since flavored oatmeal can have all different types of ingredients that may not be good for your skin.
After your oatmeal is blended into a fine powder, pour it into the mixing bowl with your smashed banana. Next, pour your 1/4 cup of honey and 3 tablespoons of milk into the bowl. Mix all the ingredients until you have a thick creamy banana scented mask.
If you feel your mask is too thick, you can always add more milk. If your mask is too runny, add in more oats. Sometimes it helps to heat your mask for 10-15 seconds in the microwave.
To apply the mask, first clean your face with water and your daily facial cleanser. Then you can use your hands to apply a handful of the mask in a thick, even layer.
You can leave your mask on for up to an hour, but if you don’t have that much time 20-30 minutes is okay. You just want to give the mask enough time to nourish your skin and help reduce the appearance of fine lines. I like to put on this mask when I’m getting ready to watch a show, so I can leave it on and forget about it.
After you are done using the mask, you’ll want to rinse it off with warm water until it is completely gone. Then you can pat your face dry and apply your favorite moisturizer. You’ll notice after using this mask how soft and smooth your skin is! This is a great mask that will reduce and prevent the signs of aging while helping to exfoliate the dead layer of skin on your face as well. This mask can be used as often as you like–any time you want to get that extra glow to your skin.
I hope you enjoyed making this simple, inexpensive treat for your skin. Do you have any other great do-it-yourself beauty tips? We’d love to hear about them!

Black V-Neck Cap Sleeves Sheath Tencel Prom Evening Dress




V-Neck Prom Dresses

Fabric:     Tencel
Style:       A-line style, V-neckline front and back, cap sleeves, pleated dress, diamond embellishment to shoulder, floor-length
Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time
The concise black dress features classic V-neckline. The ruched top can show your upper body figure in good way.
Add the alluring detail like the bead embellishment to shoulder. You will be elegantly eye-catching in this gorgeous
dress for any special occasions. Matched with a exquisite necklace would be great for your evening party.

Thursday 27 June 2013

NEON GREEN AND WHITE


Chic Sweetheart Floor-Length A-Line Stars Prom Dress




Silhouette: A-Line
Train: Sweep/Brush
Embellishment: Beading
Hemline: Floor-Length
Neckline: Sweetheart
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless
Waist: Empire
Back Details: Zipper-up
Body Shape: All Sizes
Occasion: Prom
Style: Classic, Timeless
Fully Lined: Yes
Built-in Bra: Yes
Petticoat: No

June's color combo -- neon green and white

We spotted cool neon green and wintry whites all over the spring runways and the red carpet! While we adore these colors on their own, the combination of the two of them makes us even more excited. It's so incredibly chic to pair a neutral with a bold pop of color. Here's how to style the shades for work and play.
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For the office

A neon dress may be a little too crazy for an office setting, so keep your main ensemble simple with a sophisticated white dress, and add pops of neon green in your accessories. Subtle, yet super stylish.
For the office
Miss Selfridge Embossed Skater Dress $68, Giuseppe Zanotti Contrast Neon-Pastel Sandals $682, Betsey Johnson Be My One Only Later Tote $103
2

For date night

Show your man you mean business with a sexy neon green dress and sky-high heels. Just make sure your footwear isn't as colorful, or you'll look like a neon clown!
For date night
Herve Leger Bandage Dress $995, Judyann Colorblock Platform Sandals $109, Nine West Le Club Clutch$50
3

For girls' night out

Love LBDs? Try a LWD — or "little white dress" — for a night out with your best friends. Fun neon pumps will make your outfit that much more of an eye-catching look.
For girls' night out
dELiA's Lace Shine Dress $30, Shoe Republic Green Gavin Pumps $55, Dorothy Perkins Neon Drop Earrings$12
4

For a lazy afternoon

No need to go all out for a cozy afternoon inside. A comfy sweatshirt, your favorite pair of jeans and neon green sneakers will do!
For a lazy afternoon
Topshop MOTO Boyfriend Jeans $84, AllSaints Ridley Sweatshirt $115, PF Flyers Center Lo Neon Sneakers$50
5

For the weekend

There's nothing we love more than colored denim, especially in a neon for summer! Throw a flowy white top on and a cute pair of sandals, and you're ready for Saturday brunch!
For the weekend
Kim Kardashian in Lanvin

There was a definite theme for Kim Kardashian's weekend baby shower. Mom Kris Jenner and sisters Kendall Jenner, Khloé Kardashian, Kylie Jenner and Kourtney Kardashian all dressed as "garden goddesses," a source told US Weekly.
The fête at a Kardashian friend's Beverly Hills home featured a who's who list of celebs — includingAmerica's Got Talent judge Mel B., celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson, Kimberly Stewart, Nicole Richie and Kelly Osbourne.
As for Kim? She struck an ethereal pose in a flowy Lanvin gown.
It seems like Kim has finally found the "sweet spot" when it comes to her pregnancy style. The 32-year-old reality star has faced relentless criticism over her fashion choices — so much that her sister, Khloé Kardashian, wrote her a heartfelt letter to reassure her.
"Kim, you may be one of the strongest people I know," Khloé wrote in the email to Kim. "I have no idea how you endure such abuse but still smile and shine everyday! I commend you for not putting your head down and going into hiding like so many would. You live your life and you try to make the best out of a tough situation."
Kim Kardashian
The only thing we wish Kim would change about her pregnancy style? Her love of high heels. She's talked at length about her aversion to flats, but her swollen feet make wearing heels just look painful.
And it might be dangerous to her health, too.
Kim Kardashian baby shower
"Women in pregnancy retain fluid like crazy, so heels are a disaster and arches often fall," integrative physician and gynecologist Sara Gottfried, MD, OB/GYN, author of The Hormone Cure, told SheKnows. "Take care of your feet and dump the Choos, Kim."
We don't know if she'll take that advice, but we do know one thing for sure: She's excited about becoming a mom in a few weeks.
Kim Kardashian baby shower
"I'm so excited we're having a girl," Kim said on Keeping Up With the Kardashians. "Like, who doesn't want a girl? They're the best. And I know that's what Kanye has always wanted. He wanted a little girl."

Pink Beaded One Shoulder Sheath Evening Dress




Fabric: Organza + Chiffon + Satin
Style: A-line style, high waist, semi-sheer lace embroidery, ruched bodice, floor-length
Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time
Length/cm: 137
Floaty, fluttery and flattering, this floor length dress gets its soft movement from delicately shirred crinkled silky chiffon and satin fabric.
Features semi-sheer lace embroidery shoulder and ruched bodice, adding the alluring detail. This dress is perfect for your evening party or other formal occasion.



Wednesday 26 June 2013

The Importance of a Good Wedding Photographer





Gray Beaded Cowl Neck Sheath Long Evening Dress

Fabric: Compound fabric + Organza + Satin + Knitted fabric
Style: Sheath style, high waist, cowl neck, bead embellished to neckline, pleated waist
Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time
Length/cm: 137
This evening dress features cowl styling with inserted beaded necklace neck, designed with gathered pleat in side waist.
The wrap style will show your perfect figure in good way. Add the alluring details like sexy V-neck open back and cross pleat.
This elegant floor-length dress is all that an evening magical dress should be.


When considering your wedding budget I would highly recommend spending a little more on your photographer. You will have these pictures forever so you want someone who is experienced and knowledgable. They don’t necessarily need a photography degree, but make sure to research them and look up their past weddings. Ask for an example album at your meeting with them. Make sure not all of their photos are the same. You don’t want to just have the cookie cutter wedding photos. You want unique photos that really represent you and your fiance as a couple.
I just got married and I had two photographers at my wedding. They have more of a photojournalism style, and it’s a husband and wife team. The wife does all of the posed photos and the husband does the candid shots. They were so much fun! We used the whole grounds of the venue and went out to take more photos when the sun was setting to get better views. I loved the shots they got and am so excited to have these photos to remember our special day!
The average budget for wedding photography is $1800-$2500 if you want someone all day. Sometimes they will include prints or other offers or just give you a cd of all of the photos that you can print at your own cost. Most of the time making the prints yourself will save you a lot of money. If you print on the luster or matte finish that is what the photographers will use. The photos look fabulous and won’t break the bank.
Remember, your wedding photos are the memories captured at your wedding that will last a lifetime!  If you live in the Portland area and are looking for a great wedding photographer, check out David Barss Photography, Charlotte’s Weddings Preferred Wedding Photographer.  And if you really want to capture every minute of your special day, Hybrid Moon Video Productions can help make the perfect wedding video, so you can relive your wedding day whenever you want. :)
Happy planning!!

Ruched Scoop A-Line Pink Tencel Evening Dress


Silhouette: A-line 
Neckline: Scoop 
Waist: Empire 
Hemline/Train: Floor Length 
Sleeve Length: Cap Sleeve 
Embellishments: Beading, Ruching/Pleated, Rhinestone 
Fabric: Tencel 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Pink 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 
Occasion: Prom, Evening 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

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Tuesday 25 June 2013

Outfit of the Day: Denim Cool



Bow Tie Strapless Long Mesh Bandeau Prom / Evening Dress




Fabric:    Compound fabric
Style:      Sheath style, sleeveless, bow tie front , open back, mesh overlayed, floor-length
Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time
Layer: 4
This sweet evening dress is crafted in compound fabric with contrast mesh, designed with cute bow tie waist front. Add some alluring details like mesh overlayed through dress and sexy open back, showing your cute and elegant look in good way. It is all that an evening magical dress should be. Matched with a exquisite necklace would be great.

This afternoon I wanted to share with you a look I wore last Saturday to a family BBQ. It’s been over a week but I figured better late than never, right?
I also wanted to mention that I am going to be uploading a new video on my Youtube channel every Tuesday and Friday. Hopefully I can squeeze two VLOGS too. I’m trying to organize myself a little better so I can have a set schedule you guys can rely on since I know Youtube sometimes doesn’t update everyone with my new videos.
Oh and since I got a lot of good feedback on my last blog makeup review, I will also be doing more of those here.:) Any advice on how I can improve my reviews I would really appreciate. Thank you guys! XO

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Rock My Look:
Mom’s vintage Levi’s jacket. (Thank you Mami!)
Target dress. It’s also reversible, it has white and yellow stripes on the other side. (Similar from Target)
Zara booties. (old)
Forever 21 necklace.(Old) How cute is this owl necklace though?!
Lodis handbag (c/o)
Michael Kors watch

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Ruched Scoop A-Line Pink Tencel Evening Dress




Silhouette: A-line 
Neckline: Scoop 
Waist: Empire 
Hemline/Train: Floor Length 
Sleeve Length: Cap Sleeve 
Embellishments: Beading, Ruching/Pleated, Rhinestone 
Fabric: Tencel 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Pink 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 
Occasion: Prom, Evening 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

Monday 24 June 2013

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Beaded Slit Front Sweetheart Blue A-Line Chiffon Plus Size Dress



Silhouette: A-Line 
Neckline: Sweetheart 
Waist: Empire
Hemline/Train: Floor-length 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Beading,Ruching 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fabric: Chiffon 
Shown Color: Blue 
Body Shape: Plus Sizes 
Occasion: Prom, Formal Evening 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

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Waist36 ¼9238 ½9840 ¾1044310945 ¼11547 ½121
Hips45 ½11647 ½12149 ½12651 ½13153 ½13655 ½141
Hollow to Floor611556115561155611556115561155

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Taffeta One Shoulder Ruching Column Burgundy Prom / Cocktail Dress





Ruching is a gather of fabric, pleating and ruffling. Ruching from dress top to bottom, or just ruched around the waist, ruching dress can fatter your figure and draw the eyes from people and make you the center of the crowd. Ruching has been one of the current fashion trends. It is favored by experts of women dress designers. 

Silhouette: Column 
Neckline: One Shoulder 
Waist: Empire 
Hemline/Train: Knee Length 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Flower, Ruching 
Fabric: Taffeta 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Burgundy 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 
Occasion: Prom, Cocktail 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer