Saturday, September 12, 2015

Aging Gracefully




Beauty Bytes

Besides the middle-age or menopausal  middle, ( see Barbie above)
our necks can give away our age.
Before you opt for a face-lift, consider one of these highly-rated neck
 creams ( and use on your decollete,also)
Freeze 24/7 Arcticlift Firming Neck Cream, 1.7 Ounce
I love Tarte's Maracuja Oil Face Lotion. It's great if you are really dry for hydration
and it gives a nice glow, so their neck cream would definitely be worth a try. $49
Freeze 24/7 promises to lift and firm with visible results almost immediately. $29




                  

It's nice to see a drugstore brand make the list. L'Oreal's Revitalift for both
face and neck.It uses pro-retinol A to improve elasticity on the neck and jaw. $10
Perricone products are both popular and highly rated. This cream sculpts the
 sagging  skin on the neck and chin.$85

The #1 ranked neck cream is Stri-Vectin-TL.
I actually picked it up at Nordstrom Rack at a nicely discounted price.
I am pretty impressed with the results so far and recommend it.
$89 or $49 at the Rack
                                                                 
There's a Right Way to Wash Your Face

Do you wash your hands before you wash your face?  That's the first step to
healthy, beautiful skin.You must wash every night whether you wear make up
or not for your beauty products to hydrate effectively.I think it goes without
saying, removing your make up is a must before bed  .Oil based removers work
best with your long wearing mascara and foundation and soap free formulas are best
for all skin types.Use a circular motion with your cleansing product and cool
or lukewarm water. After a workout, a splash of cold water will reduce redness.

A powered cleansing tool, like a Clarisonic, can do a better job of cleaning your
face than your hands or a washcloth. It helps tighten pores and cell turnover. However,
you need to make sure to keep it clean and dry and not use it more than 2-3 times
a week or it can be irritating. Finally, pat dry your skin, don't rub it dry, with a clean
towel. Then MOISTURIZE!

Friday, August 28, 2015

Transitioning



I know Fall feels like a long way away, it's still so darn hot,
Rhea Small Zip Backpack, Merlot
 but the kids are back in school, Labor Day is coming and the clothes are in the stores. I have some suggestions on what you 
can buy and use now to transition from Summer to Fall trends.

A New Bag

Popular new shapes are the saddle bag and
lady-like bags with top handles.
 The bucket bag is still strong  and totes and hobos will always be carried
( because they are practical and comfortable).Backpacks are having a moment
again also. Everything from our youth is new again :)                  
NMF16_V2MTL    

NMF16_V2LTS

               NMF16_V2CUL

from top, left to right-Michael Kors' Rhea backpack in merlot, Rebecca Minkoff's
Astor Saddlebag, Tory Birch's Robinson, Michael Kors' Lexi, Chloe's
 Drew Saddlebag and Marc by Marc Jacobs Luna Bucket
 most from Neiman Marcus

Jumpsuits

Still going strong into Fall and one of the many "throw-back" trends, jumpsuits
can be both flattering to most figures and versatile. Styles range from casual to
formal. Wear alone now and layer a long sleeve tee or blouse under or  wear a cardigan
 or blazer later.

Eva Batik-Print Sleeveless JumpsuitNMF16_TA2ZW

NMF16_TAB8R
top right and clockwise- Diane VonFurstenberg, Nicole Miller, Soft Joie, Haute Hippie


Chunky Heels

I'm not saying stilettos are out, I'm saying hurray for a comfortable and stylish option.
When you see some of the options out there, you'll see chunky can be sexy,too. These
are some options to kick it up a notch right now.


    Splendid Official Store, Jayla Sandal, black, Womens : Shoe Shop, SAL10090                 NMF16_X2SAW                                                                    Splendid                                                 Vince  
Gayle ShootieVia Spiga Amya High Heels 
     Banana Republic                        Via Spiga

I recently picked up some tips to make your shoes more comfortable, because no
matter how comfortable they are, no heels are really comfortable after 8 hours.
If you love a shoe and have to choose between a bit tight and a bit loose, go for
1/2 size up.Counting on them stretching can lead to disappointment and you can always
pad them up to take up some room. Rotating shoe styles is easier on your feet. Pointy
toes  look amazing but are tough on your toes. Mix in some round and open toes shoes
and vary the heights often. Kitten heels- back in style- can be very sexy and easier on
your feet,too. Stylist Marissa Webb recommends using cotton balls to stuff the toes of
shoes that don't fit quite right until you get your foot comfortable in the shoe. They even
keep the back of the foot from slipping.


My earlier suggestions to try something with animal print,
 fringe flared jeans and shades of red all can be part of incorporating Fall's trends into your Indian Summer
 wardrobe now.
High-Rise Bell Canyon Jeans









Friday, August 7, 2015




Trina Turk has nailed some of Fall's new trends
with styles that work for everyone.

Fall Florals will freshen up your wardrobe
Dane Dress
Pretty Plaids
Jael SkirtLeann Dress
Abstract Animal Prints

Greta Woven TopBurke Woven Top