[CONFESSION] I am an eyeglass hoarder and Lenscrafters is my next victim.
Confession: I am an eyeglass hoarder. Like seriously. Once it become cool and stylish to wear eyeglasses (maybe 5 years ago) I was super geeked to wear mine. I’ve got red, pink, white, grey (of course), big, tiny, cat eye - you name the style I’ve probably got it. I’ve been wearing glasses nearly my entire life....
Common Misconceptions About (My) Hair
Every day I walk outside my door and enter the world outside people stare at me. Well, really my hair. Even more so now that my hair is short and currently naturally curly. Although I am kinda use to it, it can be really annoying to catch folks in the moment of gazing at my...
#POTW Pink & Red Christmas Sparkle
You have got to love the ‘Jedi mind trick’ factor in marketing. Explanation — spent an hour trying on jeans & funky tees, then gagging at jewelry and trying on hats, just to get to the counter and they have conveniently placed holiday inspired nail polishes on the counter for you. SO of course I...
On Trend: Bright Lips, How do I look?
I’ve been swooning over bright colors since the first time I saw a pic of Kerry Washington rocking bright red on her voluptuous lips. That was last year. And what do you know — bright lips are still trending in the beauty world as we head into 2012. I will admit that it can be difficult...
#POTW Feeling Fabulous in Blue
If you’ve been following me on Twitter then you already know my love for mani’s. However, with the holidays coming and trips to LA in my future, I’ve decided to snatch this luxury from my budget. But that certainly doesn’t mean my nails will suffer. I’ve purchased a mani kit and I have managed to...
[product review] BURBERRY BODY PERFUME
It really does seem like every time I am sent a product to review it becomes my favorite. I consider myself lucky because that’s not always the case. This does hold true for the BURBERRY body perfume. Aside from it’s uber amazing packaging it’s really a sexy scent. TMI, but my boyfriend literally couldn’t keep...
[product review] Pantene Medium-Thick Hair Solutions
A good hair regimen starts with your shampoo and conditioner. No matter how expensive and pretty the packaging can be or how great the model appears on the commerical you have to be sure the product is a great fit for you and your hair. Finding a product that works effectively on my hair is especially hard because...
[watch & gawk] Tattoo covered Zombie Boy gets a makeover from Dermablend
When my besties, mua @BethanyTownes, told me about this video I was like oh ok. Dude who is covered in tattoos (head to toe) gets a makeover courtesy of Dermablend. After watching this, it puts a whole new meaning to finding the perfect concealer. I am speechless, watch the video …
[glam alert] RACHEL ROY TO DEBUT HER MAKEUP COLLECTION AT MACYs THIS NOVEMBER
After seeing the Rachel Roy Spring 2012 collection last month I became an instant fan. She’s amazingly great at using different colors and fabrics to create edgy yet feminine pieces. It’s only right that now the fab designer (& former Dame Dash wifey) tries her creative eye in the makeup world.
[product review] 4 Steps to a Flawless Face with Laura Mercier
In case you didn’t know (& I am working on a ’35 things you don’t know about me’ post) I use to be a makeup artist. For like 6 months, LOL. It was only because in the beginning as a photographer I didn’t know any artists who didn’t charge a Prada shoe to do makeup....
Naturally Me: The Task, The Product, The Joy!
THE TASK: No one ever really tells you what to be prepared for when you take that daring leap to transform your previously chemically induced mane into one with a more natural existence. Whether you’re in it to get healthier hair or you’re a trendy diva following the natural hair wave, the results are the...
BEAUTY REVIEW: Lancôme Hypnose Dolls Lashes Mascara
You know I am a huge “I hate false lashes” cheerleader, but I am still a girl and every now and then I wanna bat my lashes and make my boyfriend submit to my every want. Wishful thinking right. Well insert Lancôme Hypnose Doll Lashes. I’ve been using the Lancôme Hypnose Doll Lashes mascara all...














