Acceptable In The....80s??

I am heading to an 80s party tonight and can not WAIT!

It's been so long since I've been to a theme party (I think my ugly Christmas sweater party was the last) but they are truly one of my favorite ways to get together with friends. Not only can you laugh at every one, to their face and get away with it BUT you can party in ways you might not have had the courage to do if you were dressed "normally".

With this in mind, I thought I would do a quick throw-back to the 80s and share with you some of my fave things from back in the day.

Man, I wanted to be Madonna.  She had amazing fluffy crimped hair and to-die-for red lips.  However, my mom would NEVER have let me rock a pointy bra.....ever.

My life was not complete without Lit-Brite.  Seriously, I can remember my sister and I playing this for hours.  Best time spent...

 

Okay, whoever said they hated slouch socks is a liar.  Easy to wear, super colorful and looked especially nice when wearing high heels!

Oh man.  I had such long, thick hair that I used to use a scrunchie everyday.  I would also put one around my ballet bun every dance class because, let's be honest, all the cool kids were doing it.  My favorite one was this sequined purple and blue scrunchie.

Stirrup pants!!!  My sister and I were obsessed with these bad boys.  I always wore them with this long purple sweater, crimpy hair and in a big side ponytail.  I was a rockstar.

Fanny packs.  Basically, the best invention ever.  So cool that people even use them today (think Coach...)  Anyway, I had a fluorescent pink one that I wore everywhere.  Especially when I went roller skating.  Ha

My absolute favorite show.  I am still just as confused now, as I was back then, about how there was only one female smurf....hmmmm.

What are some of your favorite 80s things?  Anything I missed?

The Talented and Gorgeous Lily Collins

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Sometimes, I adore specific celebrities for their style or their hairstyles. Other times I love them for their talent, their cause or their message.  This time, though, I adore Lily Collins for her entire presence.  Seriously, she is an extremely talented actress and has the most fabulous eyebrows.

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I first saw Lily Collins in The Blind Side but it wasn't until Mirror Mirror that I actually took notice.  She is so young and I couldn't get over how much she resembles Audrey Hepburn, my idol.  Have you noticed the resemblance?

Photo courtesy of upthelook.com  Is the resemblance not uncanny?

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I am really looking forward to her playing Clary in the Mortal Instruments movies and have heard talk about her "potentially" playing Anastasia Steele in the Fifty Shades of Grey movies....Hmmmmm.

Whatever the outcome is, she is definitely someone to keep your eye on.  Wouldn't you agree?

 

Guest Post: Garnier BB Cream Review

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 I am so lucky to have such fantastic friends WHO also appreciate skin care and cosmetics.  My best pal, Bronwen, is in love with a new product and can't wait to share....without further adieu, here she is. 

Hello ladies!

I don't know about you but I'm a sucker when it comes to seeing things in ads and wanting to try them out.  When I saw the ads for Garnier's BB Cream I knew I had to try it.  You see I'm relatively new to the makeup front. I know... weird, right?  So since I knew this was basically a tinted moisturizer, I figured I couldn't really go wrong.

I should clarify that my morning routine, in my mind, needs to be really quick. I work extremely early in the morning (I have to be at work at 6:30am!!) so quick and easy solutions are what I gravitate towards, since I like to sleep as long as possible. This BB Cream works great for me as I can basically slap it on, throw on some mascara and lip gloss and be good to go (WOW, this makes my routine sound violent.  I assure you it's not). I've been blessed with pretty nice and clear skin that really only requires some evening out. This works great for me!  It really does even out my complexion and moisturizes all at the same time.

What really drew me to the product, and this may be a little weird, was the smell.  I don't know about you but if something smells off or has a really potent odor, I just won't use it.  Needless to say, I really like this product and I think it will stay in my arsenal for a while!  (Please excuse the horrible photos, I just got back from the gym and, good grief, my hair is a mess!)

Thanks again, Bronwen, for such a fantastic review.  After all you've been raving about it, I know I have to try it.  Have any of you ladies tried this before?  What are your thoughts?

 

Check it Out: Drew Barrymore's New Cosmetic Line!

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I've always been a huge Drew Barrymore fan. From seeing her play little Gertie on ET or as Josie Geller in Never Been Kissed, I've always admired her care-free style, whimsical hair-dos and vibrant lipstick choices. So, when I heard she was launching her own cosmetic line, Flower Beauty, I was beyond ecstatic.   Additionally, when I heard the line was also budget friendly, I was even more impressed.

The line is being carried exclusively in Walmart across the US and has a launch date of January 31, 2013.  "Flower cosmetics, which include lip colors, eye shadows, nail polishes and mascaras, range in price from  about $5 to $14."  Perfect for the gal who wants to look fabulous AND not spend a whole heap of money.

I am really looking forward to my next trip to the states, that's for sure.  I have a whole list of items I can't wait to try!

Have any of you ladies tried the products yet?  If so, what are your thoughts of the line?

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2264545/Drew-Barrymore-debuts-budget-friendly-cosmetics-line-spending-life-make-chair.html#ixzz2JbAmBEbn

DIY Beauty Fridays: Soft Hair with Baby Food

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Sometimes, I surprise even myself when I discover new items you can use to make yourself gorgeous. Like today, for example. Who knew you could have that soft, flowing hair you've always wanted just by using baby food?

I don't know about your hair but mine, during the winter months, is almost unmanageable.  Seriously, it's dry, frizzy and only looks half-ways decent if pulled into a messy bun.  I have always envied those girls who have beautiful, silky tresses, even when standing in a wind/rain storm.  Grrrrr

In fact, one of my friends, has the most gorgeous hair I've ever seen.  She claims her hair has split ends and looks dreadful if she stands in the wind BUT let's be honest, I have never seen her hair out of place EVER.  (Oh, Rheanna, I wish I had your hair.)

However, since I don't, I need to use products, even baby food, to achieve it.

Deep Conditioning with Baby Food 

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You'll need:

One jar organic banana flavored baby food 

Extra-virgin olive oil 

Honey

Mix ingredients together in a small mixing bowl.  The key to this is to use slightly more honey than oil.  (The consistency should resemble oatmeal.)  Apply to clean, wet hair and leave on for 15 minutes.  Rinse out very well.

You will adore your hair after this treatment.  Honestly, your hair will be so shiny and manageable, you'll want to use this mix all the time!  Let me know what you think of the treatment of you do try it out.

Happy Friday!