Mani Moment #1

So I'm trying a few new things and dabbling a little more in style and beauty.  I only hope that you all enjoy these types of posts as much as my other posts. I'll be working very hard to bring new content to this blog everyday.  So without further ado here's my mani of the moment.

The color is Chili by Revlon.  It's their Top Speed fast dry nail enamel.  It's an orange red which I absolutely love.  

Hope you enjoyed. 

Beauty Bit: The Perfect Nude

One of the few things that I've always had a hard time finding in my never-ending search for all things that are pretty is the perfect nude nail polish.  Well,  I'd like everyone to know that I've finally found one that I love.  It's by NYC and it's called Fashion Safari.

 It's all I've been wearing on my nails.  It's just perfect for the office and it's very classy. Also, it only cost me a little over $1.  It was an awesome deal.  It only took two coats to achieve that all-over even coverage that I love (even with my clumsy technique) and it actually does dry pretty quickly.  So if you ladies are looking for a great nude polish I'd say that this is it, well at least in my book.

Thanks for reading.
XOXO

And the winner is........

So today is the big day *drum roll please*  the winner of the mini polishes is............

lilliandougherty88 

Yep, just one winner  so that means she get all 11 polishes along with a $30 Visa gift card.  I enjoyed having this giveaway and look forward to doing more.  

lilliandougherty88 please e-mail me at djfrasier@outlook.com so that I may send you your winnings and congratulations.  

It's Giveaway Time!!

There's nothing like a fresh manicure with bright cool colors.  Recently I had the extreme luck of acquiring a large amount of mini polishes from The Color Workshop so I have decided to host a small giveaway.  There is no need for me to keep the remaining polishes so I'm spreading the love.  The rules are simple and entering is even easier.  So here goes...

Entry:

1.  Must be following this blog.

2.  Leave a comment below.

3.  Just joking no third requirement, I want this to be easy.

First Place Winner

Six polishes and a $20 Visa gift card to use for whatever you'd like.  I'd use it for a manicure myself.

  

Second Place Winner

Five polishes and a $10 Visa gift card to also use for whatever you'd like.  

Both winners will be announced on July 12, 2013.  I wish everyone the best of luck and thank you for reading.

Always Look Your Best

"I don't mind making jokes, but I don't want to look like one."

Marilyn Monroe

It's always an awkward situation when I'm questioned about my tendency to 'fix' myself up before leaving my house.  Leaving my home looking like I had no idea that I'd be going out in public today is simply not something that I'm willing to do.  You should feel comfortable when others see you.  We all know that it can nerve-racking when you see someone and your only thought is 'why couldn't I have worn something else/brushed my hair/or look like her'.   I understand that life is hectic and what you planned isn't always what occurs but even the slightest bit of tweaking makes a difference and can ease your nerves.  

"There are no ugly women, just lazy ones."

Helena Rubinstein

Why not work to put your best foot forward?  Looking your best or at least presentable takes a little work but it pays off.  You'll feel better about yourself and people will want to be around you because chances are if you feel good you'll be in a better mood.  You just have to take the time out of your schedule to do it.  It gets easier as you progress.

So where exactly should you begin?  Well, here are a few tips.

• Plan your outfits in advance.
• Groom yourself.  This means wash your face and comb your hair.
• Invest in basic makeup. You know powder, mascara, lipstick, maybe even eyeliner.
• Pay attention to details.  Clean your nails, moisturize your skin, and please wash/iron your clothes.
• Shop quality not quantity.  
• Keep it simple.  Chances are if you think it might be too much it probably is.  
• Be prepared.  Keep things like lotion, lip balm, mascara, & one go-to lip color on you or somewhere easily accessible.
• Know what looks good on you.  If you're not sure ask for an honest opinion. 

It doesn't have to be hard and it's not costly, trust me.  I clearly don't make as much as I'd like to make but I don't have to look it.  Take some pride in the way that you look.  You're gorgeous and absolutely fabulous, so display that.