So I have a pretty thin upper lip. I've used DuWop's lip plumper before and loved it, and so I was even more excited to hear that they JUST announced a limited edition Twilight version of their Lip Venom lip plumper lip gloss.
I'm obsessed with Twilight (who isn't?), and this lip gloss is something I would definitely use. You have to shake the two shades together "to represent the blending of the human and vampire world."
This limited edition Lip Venom V is a "shimmering crimson lip stain suspended in a venom-laced liquid lip conditioner with a bite."
The DuWop line is popular with the New Moon makeup artists and this lip gloss hits stores on July 1st for $16.
I'm excited and can't wait to get one for myself but what do you think? Would you buy this?
xoxo,
Divya Bahl
When Tina Parol stopped by our office yesterday to play some of the new music that will be on her debut album, Shrinking Violet, in September, the first thing I thought was, "I wonder what color nail polish she'll be wearing?"
When I was shooting the Ultimate Prom reality series this spring – we hosted a prom dress design competition that resulted in a huge concert at a real high school prom – Tina was one of our stars, guiding the contestants along the way and ultimately performing for them. I'd see her with hot pink nails, and bright neon nails. Sometimes, four of her fingers would be pink and the fifth one would be green!
Yesterday, she was sporting red polish from a "gel" manicure she got at the Dashing Diva salon in New York City. Gel nails are healthier than acrylic ones: two coats of gel are applied, nails are dried under a UV lamp, and the manicure is more chip-resistant. The gel contains calcium salt, which allows your nails to grow underneath and stay healthy. Tina gets hers done every two weeks.
Dashing Diva salons are only in select cities around the world, but their nail art and polish is sold online at dashingdiva.com. I'm a bit biased because I live here, but I love the Manhattan-inspired shades (there are 100 colors, retailing at $8 a bottle). In a New York Minute looks like the color Tina's wearing.
The other nail art accessory I'm loving is the on-the-go Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen – Tina said she also finds it handy!
While you're painting your nails, watch Tina Parol's prom performance included in the video below, or listen to her music at myspace.com/tinaparol. What do you think about her sound and style?
Fashionably yours,
Tammy
Editor of MyPromStyle.com and MisQuinceMag.com
ARGH! The rain has got to go. It's making my hair a mess and I am tired of it! But luckily it's John Frieda to the rescue. They have this great line of products called Weather Works that are supposed to protect your hair from humidity, static, UV rays and wind.
Garnier Fructis also has a line of products (Sleek and Shine Anti-Humidity) that help protect your hair against freaking out in the humidity and rain. All of these products are available at Target, CVS and Ulta. I'm stocking up and trying them all out - I'll let you know how it goes.
Does the humidity turn your hair into a puffball? Let me know your fix-it secrets!
xoxo,
Kristen
P.S. Garnier had so many styling tips and videos I got lost looking at all of them. Check 'em out!
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We have to plug our most recent discovery that will help you look and feel better! These adorable Go-Girl Gel Patches are soft, cute (and pink!) freezer packs that will help relieve you from several annoying problems like typical puffy eyes and sports-related injuries. These patches can also reduce the throbbing headaches caused from siblings, parents, and boyfriends! We are keeping our freezer stocked.
What do you think of Go-Girl gel patches? Do you think they will help you relax?
xoxo,
Arielle
Most of us are probably familiar with the procedure of getting our nails done — first the base coat, then the main color (about two times) and then a final finishing coat. After this we wait under a nail dryer for what seems like an eternity until we can grab our bags without worrying that we won’t mess up our beautiful manicure. That’s the typical nail procedure...but what if I told you that there is a new way to get your nails done?
Well a new trend nail trend has hit Hollywood: Minx Nails uses a nail polish that is actually a heat activated hard film. It lasts about 1-2 weeks and doesn’t chip, but slightly wears off.
A Minx procedure takes about as long as a typical manicure, but once it is finished there is no required drying time and you can leave as soon as possible! The most popular Minx nail color is probably the gold metallic found on Beyonce in her "Single Ladies" video. But you can get creative and choose from hundreds of patterns and even create your own custom design. Find a salon that carries Minx here. I might just have to book an appointment myself...
What do you think of Minx Nails? Would you get this procedure done?
xoxo,
Arielle
Kim Kardashian caused quite a stir this weekend when she was photographed sporting some noticeably lighter locks while out in New York. According to PopCrunch.com, Kim apparently had a hair piece put on and then took her new 'do on a lunch date to try it out. Whew. The deed is not done...yet.
On her blog Kim wrote, "It’s a wig! Did I have you fooled? I’ve been wearing it around New York and everyone thought it was my real hair! It’s making me want to dye my hair and maybe go lighter for the summer. What do you think? Should I dye it for real?"
I'm thinking...not. But what do you think? Should she dye it for real?
XOXO
Molly
A look at other celebs with headline-making hair...
Blonde and retro Beyoncé, Jessica 'Al-blonde', Jessica Biel circa 2008, and, of course, Lindsay Lohan: hair dye addict.
Did you know that on the first Tuesday of every month, college students can bring their school ID to any ULTA location and receive 20 percent off their entire retail purchase and salon service?
I sure didn't! But now that I know, I plan on taking full advantage. Go to the Spoiled Pretty Web site to find out more — but take some time to look around. SpoiledPretty.com is a great place for beauty smarties like you, who are looking for more ways to save, great giveaways, and free beauty tips.
XOXO,
Molly
(P.S. The next 'first Tuesday' is in only 11 days! Mark your calendar and get ready to save!)
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The one makeup product I use the most is definitely mascara. I’ve read numerous times in several credible beauty books that if you have no time for makeup in the morning, you should make time for mascara — which is so true. It is the one thing that will make you look more awake and make your eyes look bigger at the same time.
In the past, I have definitely cashed out for the expensive brands like Dior, Chanel, and MAC. However, I am such a freak for mascara that I have also tried almost every different drugstore brand, as well. I’ve tried primers, all different brushes, and even mixing two different mascaras together!
It is because of this extensive mascara purchasing that I feel I am qualified to recommend some of my faves.
After all my mascara research, I would have to say that Maybelline is still at the top of my 'awesome list'. Their Colossal Volume Express is always great, and their new Lash Stiletto has the same type of brush I often find in the expensive brands (it really does make my lashes sky high)! For extra volume I often use their infamous Great Lash at the tips of my lashes after my first coat of mascara has dried.
What mascaras do you recommend? Are you a designer or drugstore kind of gal?
xoxo,
Divya
Hello, perfume lovers! I was looking at my blog entry that asked which perfume I should buy next (since I forgot all my perfumes in Phoenix), and you guys left me over 80 comments with more than 50 new perfume suggestions! I had no idea you were all such perfume connoisseurs.
There were lots I never tried out before and I had a great time at Macy’s smelling all your suggestions. Still, I was having trouble deciding which one to buy. I liked so many of them (surprisingly, Britney Spears’s Fantasy was one of my faves)! In the end, I took out a pen and paper and tallied up your suggestions the old school way and decided to get the perfume with the most votes.
And the winner is (drumroll)...Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy by three votes! Fantasy and Ralph Rocks by Ralph Lauren tied for second.
Viva La Juicy's wild berry, vanilla, and gardenia smell is perfect for summer and the bottle is too pink and too cute! You love Juicy, you really love Juicy! Macy’s here I come! Thank you so much for the suggestions, girls!
XOXO,
Molly
Think fairy godmothers only exist in Cinderella? Think again! Through DonateMyDress.org, we all get a magic wand to make another girl's prom dreams come true.
In this year's economy, there are more girls than ever who are struggling to afford the costs of prom. If you have a dress that you'll never wear again, donate it to a dress drive in your area, which you can find in the DonateMyDress.org directory.
We know firsthand how good it feels to distribute these dresses! This morning, ABC News reporter Lauren Glassberg helped us surprise 10 girls from New Dorp High School in Long Island, New York, with prom dresses from our month-long dress drive at Saks Fifth Avenue stores. (Remember when Ashley Greene came to the New York City store to collect these dresses from her fans?)
JCPenney also donated dresses from their 2009 prom collection. So look closely at this picture of us — you might recognize your prom dress!
If you're inspired to start up your own dress drive at school, check out MyPromStyle.com's tips here. It's easy!
Have you donated a dress yet this year?
Fashionably yours,
Like me, you've probably bought tons of Goody hair products — from headbands to hair ties — since, well, forever...the brand started in 1907! But if you've always thought of Goody products as just casual, take another look: they've got a chic yet cheap collection called Luxe that's perfect for prom.
The gals at Goody showed me these new slides and barrettes from the Luxe line, designed by Joni Lay. All pieces cost less than $8!
I love how the barrettes have a rubber grip on the clasp, to stay put in your hair all night long, even when you're rocking out on the dance floor. The stones are faceted and glittery so they sparkle in your hair, and the metal is textured to give off some vintage flair. The Jola and Tillie bobby slides are floral-shaped and feminine, while the Mattie, Madison, and Reese barrettes are more geometrically shaped and modern.
I usually wear my hair down straight at formal events like our Ultimate Prom, and I've shied away from using hair accessories, thinking I'll worry all night whether they're staying in place. I'm excited to try these pieces out (they're only a small sampling of the whole collection, which you can pick up at Targets, Wal-Marts, other mass retailers, and drugstores).
If you need inspiration on how to wear hair accessories, these celebs show us how it's done on MyPromStyle.com!
Have you thought of how you're styling your hair for prom yet? What's your plan?
Fashionably yours,
Supposedly it's spring time (everywhere maybe but New York) and that means it's time to peel off your thick black tights and reveal some skin. Well, if you're like me, winter has been more about shaving when I remember than shaving daily. Judge all you want, but when it's 20-degrees out it doesn't really matter if you've just shaven because as soon as you step outside your leg hair grows right back.
Now I'm faced with a decision — which razor do I buy to tackle my post-winter jungle legs? I've been really happy with my Venus razor for years. I really should throw it out and get a new one since I've had the old one for longer than I'd care to mention and it is starting to look mighty dingy. So, I think I'm reaching for the new Venus Embrace, for two reasons:
1. It sticks to my shower wall! (And, it's pretty!)
2. Plus, it really does a fantastic job of shaving (ahem, everywhere).
Wish you could get one right now? The kind people at Gillette sent over 25 new Venus Embrace razors so you could enter to win one!
Happy shaving!
Deanne
P.S. If you're terrified of having burning hot wax anywhere near you, try a quick swipe of deodorant just over your bikini line after shaving to prevent bumps (remember to keep it on the OUTSIDE only). Plus, here are a few more tips to shaving "there" with no worries.
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Mary-Kate attended the Metropolitan Opera’s 125th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday night looking like she may have been channeling a member of the Twilight cast or maybe like she just rolled out of bed. At least with that hair! Her pale white skin, pink eyeliner, and blood red lips give her a drastic look that only a trendsetter like her could pull off. Although it is quite over the top, I will have to admit that I love it. But I am biased because I love almost everything she does.
What do you think of MK’s look? Would you ever dare?
Xoxo,
Megan
Here’s the story: I am a perfume lover who just moved to New York and did not bring any perfume. I was afraid something terrible would happen to my precious scents in the suitcase (like losing a cap and spraying everywhere or getting thrown away by an irritable airport security member during a random a search), and I was attempting to keep my bags underweight (they were too heavy anyways).
I figured my parents would send me my perfumes swathed in Bubble Wrap ASAP, but they haven’t gotten around to it yet. In my desperation, I was suckered into buying a bottle of Miss Dior Chérie for $20 from a street vendor this weekend. Of course, I arrived home to find that my new "perfume" was slightly scented water inside a scratched and half-empty bottle.
Not only am I angry about the $20 water I bought, but I am also tired of feeling naked everyday without perfume (I swear people can smell that I have no smell). Because my parents are busy people and I simply cannot wait any longer (and I love to buy perfume anyways), I have decided it's time to go to Macy's and buy a new perfume!
My perfumes at home are Marc Jacobs Daisy, Kenzo Amour, and Vera Wang Princess, so those are off the market. Besides these three, what are your favorite perfumes? Help me decide what I should buy next!
XOXO,
Molly
This is a great natural exfoliating treatment that you can make at home. Take a packet of sugar (raw sugar works the best), add a couple drops of olive oil to make it easier to spread, then gently rub it into the creases of your face. glam.com
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