DIY: French Manicure With A Twist

When these colors are together they are appealing to my eyes.  I like this color combination in clothing and I use it for makeup looks.  As you can see, this was really easy to do and I used inexpensive nail polish to achieve the look.What I Used:Silver - Sally Hansen Hard As Nails - Gunmetal (purchased at Walgreens)Blue - Ruby Kisses - Caribbean (purchased at a beauty supply store)Black - Kiss -

Thrifstore Fashion OOTD: Thrift Store Outfit Of The Day

Couldn't find my other shoe!I love these shoes to pieces!With the exception of one of my bracelets and my undergarments, this entire outfit is thrifted. Although the sheer shirt appears to be zebra print, it's not.  I paired it with a Zebra print bag, and those zebra print shoes. You can also give this outfit a whole different look by adding a bright colored bag for a pop of color.  I should have

Wishing Well Tree

These wishing well tree for any event create a very sentimental take home keepsake. From your wedding to a family get together , these small messages can remain in your home forever. Creating a scrapbook to a picture snap shot memory book, these sentimental messages are a very sweet way to share with your guest. Having an area for your guest to stay connected with and make them feel as though

Tiffanny Prom Dresses

Prom is a special time in a teenage girl's life. You will make wonderful memories that you'll cherish forever. So naturally, finding the most flattering and best fitting prom dress is very important. To get the perfect fitting prom dress you should measure yourself properly, if you don't measure yourself properly. No need to worry though, it's very easy to learn the right way to measure your body

Fashion Fun: Fall Fashion Accessories On My Radar

Winter/ Fall fashion is my absolute favorite!  I love layered clothing, and all of the fun fall accessories.  Here are a few of my fall favorites that made it onto my fashion radar.Garter Socks      Knee socksLove her whole outfit!           Fingerless gloves                                                                             Elbow length glovesBoy HatsWhat's on your fall fashion radar?

DIY Centerpieces

Create very unique and DIY centerpieces this year. Adding some greens and fruit to your creation gives it that creative POP , with a few Cymbidium orchid stems and the touch of color  with the Anemone floral heads . These lovely table decor centerpieces can add that personal touch to your Holiday decor.http://athome.kimvallee.com/2010/11/citrus-centerpieces-by-o-xide-design/

Unique Prom Dresses

A great way to start off in looking of a unique prom dresses is to look at bridesmaid dresses to find a dress no one else will be wearing to prom. Most people look for prom dresses and never think to check out dresses for weddings. Even if you do purchase a prom dress there are many things you can do to it to make it unique and one of a kind. Purchase a simple long dress and then start to add

Protective Hairstyle: Kinky Twists Are Just What The Doctor Ordered

I went from this...To ThisLow Side BunUp-DoOne of my favorite protective styles is the Senegalese Twist (also know as kinky twists).  I love this style because it is versatile and is very low maintenance.  Because I don't relax my hair, for me, winter months can sometimes be a battle.  With all of the rain and moisture in the air, I tend to mess with my hair more than I should, so this style is a

Kooky Pics #379 DIY flowers

easy DIY bouquet for a special occasion. =)

White Prom Dresses

You have to be a bit daring to wear a white prom dresses mainly because you have to work really hard at making it not look like a wedding dress. White prom dresses for prom need to be simple without a great deal of embellishment. Some beading or clear crystals and sequins look nice on a white dress and it does not come off as being too much.Anyone who has gone through high school or even college

Yellow Prom Dresses

One of the most interesting, and at the same time, most annoying parts of a woman's life is the amount of time it takes her to look perfect. Be it a casual outing, a small get together or a glamorous evening party, she always feels the need to be yellow prom dresses perfectly. There is a lot of pressure from the society as well. Nobody ever forgives a person who appears at a party looking sloppy

Eyebrow Shaping and Grooming Tutorial

Lately, I've been on to the lookout for some DIY grooming tips on youtube. It's easier to pay someone to thread or pluck or wax your brows or anywhere else but it costs money. With current circumstances, one has to be a little bit more thrifty and nifty.This girl's tutorial on eyebrow shaping seems easy to follow... All I need now is to find the mini shaver like kind of tool that will help to

Historic Primrose Cottage

                                               Had to share this very classy Historic Primrose Cottagewedding setting. I have the pleasure of saying that our dearcousin (Andrew) and his beloved fiance (Tracy), will be   celebrating there wedding ceremony in the fall of 2011.This beautiful setting creates a very romantic feel .I hope share with you all there lovely wedding pictures .Close

Historic Wedding Location

http://maps.google.com/local_url?q=http://www.primrosecottage.com/&dq=primrose+cottage+roswell+ga&hl=en&client=firefox-a&channel=s&ie=UTF-8&fb=1&gl=us&hq=primrose+cottage&hnear=Roswell,+GA&cid=12747121041902350923&ved=0CGMQ5AQ&sa=X&ei=nynxTI_PHYOqpgTJrICSDg&s=ANYYN7mG89ZfWI29wb5HRIEGgqmvVnZEFQ

Kooky Pics #378 Jenny Sun Photography

"Memory is a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose".and JSP captures all that... memories.(Picture is a compilation of JSP's works)Browse through her works at Jenny Sun Photography or her FB page.

vintage Prom Dresses

Prom dresses are a much-anticipated indulgence. With all the importance given to glamour in prom parties, designers are vying to provide the hottest and most sought after designs for young women who want to make a splash. If the idea is to stand apart from the crowd, or to leave a long lasting impression, the best option is the vintage prom dresses, which is really hot this season.Vintage prom

"Sexy" man waxing his armpit

I was looking at some DIY youtube clips on waxing, eyebrow shaping and easy hairstyles to try out and came across this hilarious clip... I feel his pain.*HAHA* Didn't know that men waxed too! Then again, never really gave a thought to it. It's always us, girls having to remove our hairs cos it's deemed "unsexy". Urghh.... a bane of being a woman... a hairy one. =p

Warm Winter Wedding Ideas

Citrus fruits are so perfect in winter – they’re such a bright and refreshing note on otherwise cold and dreary days. And though I would never limit citrus to one season, I do think it’s perfect for a winter brunch wedding. At least, that’s what I had in mind when making today’s inspiration board. Buttery yellow and warm white act as a clean backdrop for bright pops of various citrus colors,

Our Holiday Feast Pics

Our Thanksgiving Feast was full of color. From the florals to the foods, that created the very awesome smells. Our challenge was trying to all the foods that where displayed on our feast table , to the double turkey whammy ! Which was done my my beloved , a Fried turkey /Oven Turkey . So much left over we passed it around to the guest as goody bags , for future midnight cravings. I hope everyone

Short Prom Dresses

With prom 2010 now a distant memory, young women all over the globe eagerly ponder what styles and colors of prom dresses that 2011 will hold in store for them. Last season, we saw a myriad of vivid colors and a continuation of sassy animal prints. There was also an exploration into even more abstract printed designs, often in bright pastels. Short prom dresses continued to gain popularity as

STOP CHILD ABUSE!!!

According to the Social Welfare Department of Malaysia, there are at least 1,000 children reported as victims. 1,000 at least! and this is not even taking into account the UNREPORTED cases which we know are many. Too MANY.Abuse can come in many forms and I tell you this- Child Abuse is rampant! It is as rampant as people getting mugged or murdered, people contracting HIV and the list goes on.

Scala Prom Dresses

When it comes to prom nights, nothing steals the thunder more spectacularly than a girl adorning an exquisitely designed prom dress. Finding the perfect prom dress is often time consuming, not to mention complicated as there are so many designs to choose from, and it would take a considerable amount of time and effort in order to find the ideal dress for your special occasion. If you are in the

Lost wandering sheep

Picture taken from HERE.Have you ever felt lost? Lost in life. Lost in love. Lost of any kind of direction. Just plain old fashioned lost?So lost that you don't think you can ever find your way back. Ever again? So lost that you DON'T want to find your way back. You don't care if you ever did. You don't care if you destroyed what's left of your so-called-pathetic existence and nothing really

Happy Thanksgiving - Happy Feast !

             A very Happy Thanksgiving Feast.       

Red Prom Dresses

When it is time for her junior or senior prom and out shopping for her gown to wear at the big dance, you will definitely want to let her try one of the red prom dresses that are so very popular right now. This sort of evening or ball gown will make her the center off attention from the girls out of jealousy, and the guys for its attractive appeal. Although the dress may be form fitting on top,

Marriage planning- Yours vs Parents

When a guy proposes to a girl and she says "yes"... that's actually the easiest part. Because when it comes to wedding planning, it doesn't just involve only the bride and the groom and what they want. But it also makes up of each side's parents wishes. And in my opinion, to every couple, there is usually one side that will provide the headaches- in my case, I thought it was mine.Don't even start

Cheap Plus Size Evening Gowns

To Die For Tips For Plus Size Women Not all people are endowed with bodies that go well in evening gowns. Chances are, many women probably either look too skinny or too big in their evening dresses. Those who are skinny might solve their problem through the use of accessories and ensembles, but those who need to look lean certainly need to choose more careful ways to look best in their evening

DIY - Candle centerpiece Decor

Adding a simple dandle decor to your table decor creates a very cozy intimate setting. When you add a simple touch of cranberries /nuts / or even some artichoke candle holders. The well know DIY decor acc. is cranberries , add them to any decor and it creates a very Holiday feel. I hope you all enjoy these ideas and may you all have a very blessed holiday season.

Girls Dresses

Have Your Daughter Looking Her BestGirls dresses have always been very popular attire for both little girls and big girls. They come in many different styles and lengths. They are the favored attire for many occasions, especially for formal occasions. There is a long history of this type of attire. The history goes back to ancient times. It has always been a popular way of dress, still very much

Purple Prom Dresses

What kind of style should I focus on if I want to look sexy in my prom dress? Purple prom dresses are everywhere. Want to know what styles are hot? Glad you asked. I'll tell you. They are making their way back into the heart of many teens for the prom. You'll see lots of sexy ball gowns. Everyone wants to like a princess.Purple prom dresses are in demand and very much in fashion. Adding this

Thrifstore Fashion: Outfit Of The Day

On my way outSorry for the blurry photos :(I recently posted this jacket in one of my Thrifstore Fashion posts.  You can always get a better idea of what things look like when they are on, so since I wore some of my finds, I thought I'd share.Volcom Jacket: $12.00 High Waisted Velvet Suspender Skirt: $2.00Boots: $4.00Looking hot in an outfit that only cost $18.00: $Priceless!

$5 Five Dollar DIY French Manicure Twist

 The french manicure is one of my favorites and I'm always trying to find and think of ways to update it.  This is a yellow on yellow french manicure.  Okay, so yellow may not be your color, but I love yellow!  You can do this with any color that you like.  It looks really cool with just about any color and it's so easy.I first applied a base coat and then 2 coats of "Lets Meet" and I painted the

The Social Network (Facebook) review

Two Tuesdays ago, Mr. C and I went to Carindale Mall to watch The Social Network. For the outdated ones (kidding), The Social Network movie is about how Facebook came about- how Mark Zuckerberg from an idea, founded a social network that would be simply mind blasting in our today, modern world. As Barney Stinson of the hilarious television series, How I met your mother would put it- simply

Happy Thanksgiving; What are you thankful for?

Thanksgiving is a day that we set aside to show our gratitude for things that we are thankful for.  We meet up with family and friends and we share big meals and lots of laughs.  I enjoy this time of year and wish that we could have days like this more often.  We don't have to wait for Thanksgiving to express our gratitude for all of the things that we are thankful for and we should try to gather

Product Review: Jane Carter Solutions Hair Care Products

Jane Carter Solution I never even heard of Jane Carter Solution products until I attended Felicia Leatherwood's online Natural Haircare Workshop. Felicia couldn't say enough good things about this product line so I thought I'd give it a try.  Because my hair is really dry, I am always trying to find the next best conditioning product that will leave my hair moisturized without feeling oily. I've

Tips For Selecting Bridal Jewelry

Nothing borrowed? Nothing new? Don’t worry. Old wedding folklore and superstition can be put aside for your big day. It’s perfectly acceptable to buy inexpensive or semi-precious bridal jewelry and bridal accessories. If saving money and following tradition is important, wear blue fresh water pearls on your wedding day. Fresh water pearls are much cheaper than their cultivated cousins, but

Lush Pink Peonie

                                             

Punk Prom Dresses

Do you like punk prom dresses? Getting more the best choice of punk prom dresses from this blog. I have many design of punk prom dresses that I get from searching online. Check it out and You will get many ideas of punk prom dresses.Punk Prom DressesPunk Prom DressesPunk Prom Dresses

Timeless - Jason Chen and Jenny Suk

I was first introduced to Jason Chen when I stumbled across one of his covers- with a Joseph Vincent. It was really good. I enjoyed their version better as opposed to Nelly's original version. Jason has had many videos of him singing many songs over a period of few years. I stumbled across the below one featuring him and Jenny Suk last week. They both sang this song- Timeless - that was first

Kooky Pics #376 Snail mail

I wished I had a mail for me... from you.

Plus Size Prom Dresses

Prom night is the most memorable as well as the most looked forward to occasion for any teenager. It is a night of splendor, with people dressed in their elegant best. Prom dresses are given almost as much importance as wedding dresses since it is the last chance to make an everlasting impression. For young women, prom is an especially important event. It is often the first time that they

Fashion is to Combine Tribal Tattoo

To get your body tattooed and that too with tribal tattoo designs has lately been in fashion. Tribal designs take you back to the olden times of glory. They remind of the rich culture of the past. In the ancient times, groups of people like the Celts, Egyptians and Aztecs used tribal tattoos for a variety of reasons. They were considered to be a symbol of status and style and some people

Fashion Doll Collecting

So many fashion dolls to choose fromFor doll collectors who have a liking for fashion, collecting fashion dolls seem like a logical option as a hobby. And there are so many different types of fashion dolls out there in the market that it's easy to get confused. There are large toddler-sized fashion dolls, there are teddy bear sized fashion dolls and...let's not forget those tiny little

Women Fashion Trends 2010

It has rightly been said by fashion gurus that year 2010 is and will continue to be an interesting and exciting year for fashion. With the end of the global financial crisis and recession trend, an upheaval in the fashion world was seen in the beginning of the year and this is continuing. In all the fashion shows that have taken place so far, a new standard of fashion rise up is seen. The

White Classy Wedding- by the bay

Kooky Pics #375 Spring, oh spring...

WTH Saturday

Today is a day filled with WTH moments. WTH#1 It was a Saturday and I had to dragged myself out of bed at 9am, chomp down last night's left over pizza and gulp my hot tea made by Mr. C then drive myself to Paddington for the day. Paddington is a different suburb about 25minutes from Carindale and is where my aunt lives.In Australian standards, 25minutes away is considered far. My aunt, a real

Pink prom dresses

Prom night is a special time of life for any teenage girl. It is the time of life when a girl wants to look her best and she wants to compete with even the most beautiful looking girls in her school or college. One way to do this is to select a proper dress for your prom. You may be low on budget because you are still just a student but even with a limited budget you can get yourself a dream

Skincare: My Top 5 Drugstore Facial Moisturizers

(love this photo)I thought this was a great topic because a friend of mine is battling with dry facial skin.  She was concerned about using oil-free moisturizing products.  She said that she believed that they were not working well for her because they were oil-free and that her skin needs oil in order to feel and be moisturized.  I explained to her that products that are marked as oil-free are

Kooky Pics #374 Vignetted Blue Skies

Rich Red Lush

This ceremony captures the lush divine red in a very elegant decor. The combination of red / black always says elegant , but this ceremony created  a retro feel with the checkered dance floor , black/white stripe candy bars , and a black ribbon touch on her wedding gown. The altar canopy is covered in a red wine fabric,  draped in white linens and surrounded with red roses through-out to the rich

Orange Prom Dresses

Orange prom dresses will always be the major topic amongst the many enthusiastic young girls eager to look their very best on prom night. Prom, short-term for promenade, is a formal gathering of secondary school students during the end of the school year, May or Month. The standard in formal wear for boys is a black or white outfit regardless of the time of the event.To wear orange you will want

Jovani Prom Dresses

Many girls dream of going to Prom wearing a designer prom dress and looking like their favorite Hollywood star. If there's one gown that can realize that dream it's a Jovani prom dresses. But, unless you're careful in your selection of gown, you could be making a very costly mistake. Jovani prom dresses have it all. You can choose a classic prom style of ball gown, with wide flowing skirts or

Long Prom Dresses

Long prom dresses exude an air of glamor and charm. They are traditional for teenage proms and make the girl look more like a young lady than just a school girl. Formal attire makes one feel and look exquisite and beautiful. A floor length prom dress can make your daughter look like the princess she always wanted to be when she was a little girl.If you or your daughter is a little shy about

Thriftstore Fashion: Latest Thrifstore Fashion Finds Trip 11-18-10

Volcom - Plaid Trench - $12.00retails for $90MIA - Chunky Heel Peekaboo Toe - $3.50retails for $69.99Aldo - Faux Fur Purse - $4.50retail for similar purses $39.99 to $49.99Check out what my latest thriftstore trip yielded!  Sooner or later, all non-thrifters will be converted!  I will continue to share some of my finds, so that you can see that you can purchase some nice fashion forward items and

Kooky Pics #373 Flower in the water

A Yellow Touch a Pop of Black

A beautiful touch of yellow is spread out through this Wedding Ceremony. From the bridal bouquet with pops of yellow inserted. To the bridesmaid bouquets with a very classy floral -Calla lily's with a pop of Billy buttons (yellow balls). Then you reach the ceremony decor and you sense a feel of romance with the aisles being surrounded by rose petals , then the pom-pom balls with candles

Hearts on sleeve

Picture taken from HERE.Today, I wore my heart on my sleeve. I wrote a long email to someone baring my heart and my soul. You see, something has been plaguing me for awhile now and last night, I couldn't seem to fall asleep and when I did, I had a few dreams. I dream of a certain part of my not-to-distant past which left me with no closure but a lot of unanswered questions.If things had went

Lime Green Prom Dress

Most of us get tired of attending evening parties after a while. It is really tiresome, when you have to attend so many functions with such strict dressing standards. You cannot repeat the same outfit. Also, the evening dress that you choose must be very fashionable, and in line with the latest trends. It gets boring after a while. This is the reason why you must consider experimenting with other

Makeup Look: Holiday Makeup Look-Glitz, Glam and Glitter

 Holiday Glitter                                                                                                    When it gets close to the holidays, I love sparkling things up with glitter!  Although I kept the lips neutral, you can add a brighter color if you want to take the look from vroom to va va voom!What I used:88 color palette - slate gray, Lanimei - silver glitter, Maybeline creme

Kooky Pics #372 When change meet hue

San Diego Wedding Florists – Professional Wedding Florist in San Diego

San Diego Wedding Florists – Professional Wedding Florist in San Diego

Things You Should Know Before Dying Your Hair

I have been thinking of dying my hair lately just to change up my look a little.  I've had some really bad hair dye experiences in the past and also some very good ones.  Here are a few things your may want to consider if you are thinking about dying your tresses.Is your hair healthy?Before considering any type of chemical processing to your hair, make sure that you hair is in decent enough

All About Lips: Fun Lipstick Colors To Give Your Lips Some Owwwwwwww!

VibrantWarm SultryIf you're looking for a new lipstick color, here are a few more of my favorites that I've been playing with more often .  I didn't use any lip liner or gloss.  Don't let the first color scare you!  It's looks pretty bright, but is a really nice color.  The middle color is a bit bright so I applied just a little. The last color speaks for itself, oh la la!From top to bottom: L.A.

Kooky Pics #371 In all it's original glory

Ever since Denise introduced me to Photoscape... I've been tinkering about trying on different effects. So, stay tune for the next two days of the same picture but in different styles. This is the original shot.

Fashion Fun: Handmade Bows By Intwinedbow.com

I won this handmade headband through artnhustle.com.  The bow was made by intwinedbows.com.Usually when I wear a headband, it's more of a head wrap or a cloth headband.  I never really thought that this type of headband would look okay on me.  When I checked out the Intwinedbows website, I fell in love with all of their fun and flirty headbands and bows.  Their use of bold colors, patterns and

Grand Wedding Decor Creations

This picture says it all. Hosting a wedding reception in a museum can be very classy , with the right lighting and great decor , the venue can stand out from the rest. Having these wonderful surroundings and beautiful sculptures  gave this event a very extravagant setting.  WOW!! Is what came to mind when we saw this beautiful table scape for a very personal ceremony decor. The lush greens (

Thrift Store Fashion: Tips To Thrift Store Shopping

                        Thrift Store FashionIt's no secret that I am a thrifting maniac!  My closet is no place for the weak!  I have thrifting down to a science.  I find really cute items that I always get compliments on.  People always think that I spend tons of money on my clothes, when in fact a whole outfit usually costs me about $10 or so.  The outfit in this picture cost me $4.00.  Both

Kooky Pics #370 Spring

when F L O W E R S bloom

Long Prom Dresses

Long prom dresses exude an air of glamor and charm. They are traditional for teenage proms and make the girl look more like a young lady than just a school girl. Formal attire makes one feel and look exquisite and beautiful. A floor length prom dress can make your daughter look like the princess she always wanted to be when she was a little girl.If you or your daughter is a little shy about

Product Review: Reviewing Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave In Detangler

Kinky Curly Knot TodayI was hearing so much about the Kinky Curly line that I had to give there products a try.  I opted to try one of the less expensive items, which was the Kinky Curly Knot Today Leave In Detangler ($12.00).  Detangling my hair isn't a real issue, so I purchased the product to use it as leave in conditioner.  I am extremely pleased with this product.  My hair is extremely dry

DIY: Easy DIY Manicure Using My New Favorite Color By Zoya

This is my first purchase from Zoya and I am so in love with the quality and the colors of this brand.  The colors are so true to what I saw on the site.  I only bought 2 colors and this is one of them.  I'm so in love with this deep blue.  It is everything I hoped it be!  I only designed one nail, but if you want, you can put this easy design on all of your nails.  You can even add stones or

Of needles and blood

Pictures taken from HERE.Today is yet another Monday in the fifty two weeks of a year. For all schooling kids, it is another week of classes and tuition and other activities made up of music, sports and so on. For working people, it is the most dreaded day of the week- the first day of the working week and four more excruciatingly looooong days of hard work before comes the weekend. Beautiful

A Touch of Class - Hotel Del Coronado

This beautiful wedding was hosted at the well known Hotel Del Coronado. For many years Hotel Del has hosted hundreds of weddings in their venue. For its famous history and its beautiful backdrop( Ocean) . This particular wedding setting had a beautiful combination of florals that popped. The pink / purples/ greens / oranges, gave this wedding a very classy colorful look without looking to busy.

You and I

We are total opposites,Just like a coin. You are headsAnd I am tails.You are the sun and I am the moon.Just like how I am night and you are day.You're all sunshine and rainbowand sun rays.And I, gloomy skiesand thunderstorms and rainy days.Slapsticks are your flavourbut romance is my thing.I love comedybut yours is about being corny.Rum and raisins grace your buds I puke when they touch mine.I

Jovani Prom Dresses

Many girls dream of going to Prom wearing a designer prom dress and looking like their favorite Hollywood star. If there's one gown that can realize that dream it's a Jovani prom dresses. But, unless you're careful in your selection of gown, you could be making a very costly mistake. Jovani prom dresses have it all. You can choose a classic prom style of ball gown, with wide flowing skirts or

Halter Prom Dresses

Prom night is every teenager's dream. And while the occasion of a prom means everyone dressing up in his or her finest garb, a halter prom dresses is a little tricky and daring. A halter dress needs to be tried on to see if your comfortable in it and also to make sure you get a exquisite dress with a grand style at an affordable price. A halter cut dress is deemed a classic and has been worn by

Halter Prom Dresses

Prom night is every teenager's dream. And while the occasion of a prom means everyone dressing up in his or her finest garb, a halter prom dresses is a little tricky and daring. A halter dress needs to be tried on to see if your comfortable in it and also to make sure you get a exquisite dress with a grand style at an affordable price. A halter cut dress is deemed a classic and has been worn by

Kooky Pics #370 Trinkets

Kam spam, this will be your ham! =D

Just Me: Sharing My Story; The Reason Why I Went Natural

I started wearing my hair natural over 10 years ago.  Now that I think about it, it has actually been about 12 years.  Once I decided to go natural, I have not since looked back, nor do I intend to.Before I decided to go natural, my hair was relaxed just like every other young black girl that I knew.  I loved my relaxed hair!  If any sign of  "new growth" threatened to reveal itself, I would whip

Summer Coastal Wedding

A summer coastal wedding can be a very beautiful setting for a simple wedding ceremony. From a classy arch with a combination of flowers that build off the water and its surroundings. With an extra touch of elegance with glass balls draping the arch to give that extra touch . These unique glass balls give any wedding decor a touch of elegance and uniqueness . From the simple floral or to simple

Green Prom Dresses

Get the center stage in your high school prom by dazzling the visitors in a gown that speaks volumes about style, classiness, and the head-turning art of making a fashion statement. There will often be the perfect dress to suit both your imagination and budget. In case you are a knowledgeable shopper, be assured, when you order green prom dresses on the internet, you join the ranks of many girls

Green Prom Dresses

Get the center stage in your high school prom by dazzling the visitors in a gown that speaks volumes about style, classiness, and the head-turning art of making a fashion statement. There will often be the perfect dress to suit both your imagination and budget. In case you are a knowledgeable shopper, be assured, when you order green prom dresses on the internet, you join the ranks of many girls

Bad news

When one door closes, another opens. I really hope that's true because we're yet in another stormy sea and somehow, just somehow, we will make it through. That's all I can think and hope and pray. It's really ironic though when one of my prayers were answered just on Monday night and several days later, another doubt is thrown smack in my face. It's just obstacles after obstacles and I need a

Kooky Pics #369 Birds of a feather, flock together

This one's for you, Sue Pooh.

Fashion Fun: How To Dress Up The Plain White Shirt

Rihanna is one of my fashion musesI am really liking white shirts right now.  Plain white shirts, ones with ruffles, heavily accessorized ones, paired with high waisted pants, etc.  These are a few of stylish trends that I will more than likely be borrowing for myelf!minus the neck badge, I love this whole outfit!Love these looks and accessoriesThe addition of the white jacket got meThis is just

Makeup Looks For Darker Skin Tones

When I do makeup looks, I get feedback from my darker skin toned viewers that say "that looks good on you, but I can't wear those colors."  As a makeup artist, I want you to know that dark skin tones can wear pretty much any color!  You have to experiment and see what shade of each color looks good on your complexion.  Don't be afraid of color.  Play with it, experiment with it, and as I like to

五月天Mayday - 突然好想你 Suddenly, I miss you

最怕空气突然安静zui pa kong qi tu ran an jing 最怕朋友突然的关心zui pa peng you tu ran de guan xin 最怕回忆突然翻滚zui pa hui yi tu ran fan gun 绞痛着不平息jiao tong zhe bu ping xi 最怕突然听到你的消息zui pa tu ran ting dao ni de xiao xi 想念如果会有声音xiang nian ru guo hui you sheng yin 不愿那是悲伤的哭泣bu yuan na shi bei shang de ku qi 事到如今shi dao ru jin 终於让自已属於我自已zhong yu rang zi ji shu yu wo zi ji 只剩眼泪还骗不过自己zhi shen yan lei hai pian bu guo zi ji

Gold Prom Dresses

You have to be a bit daring to wear a gold prom dresses mainly because you have to work really hard at making it not look like a wedding dress. Gold dresses for prom need to be simple without a great deal of embellishment. Some beading or clear crystals and sequins look nice on a white dress and it does not come off as being too much.Girls that are very fair should probably stay away from white

Gold Prom Dresses

You have to be a bit daring to wear a gold prom dresses mainly because you have to work really hard at making it not look like a wedding dress. Gold dresses for prom need to be simple without a great deal of embellishment. Some beading or clear crystals and sequins look nice on a white dress and it does not come off as being too much.Girls that are very fair should probably stay away from white

Costume Hallowen 2010

Halloween not always must related to eerys. Its proof, selebriti hollywood celebrate it with costume party, mostly the costume bot at all eerys. violent important ... !Who suspects to turned robot costume this sensation actually Super Model Pretty Heidi Klum ...?Kate Beckinsale and the husband, stage manager Len Wiseman, use costume alike Frankenstein and The Bride of Frankenstein.John Legend and

Kooky Pics #368 Love and Peace

Dear Wen,Love will come... in due time.Hugs from Me.Love is patient, love is kind.It does not envy, it does not boast,it is not proud.It is not rude, it is not self-seeking.It is not easily angered,it keeps no record of wrongs.Love does not delight in evil,but rejoices with the truth.It always protects, always trusts,always hopes, always perseveres.Love never fails.~I Corinthians 13:4-8~

Skincare: Home RemediesTo Treat Acne During Winter Months

Is the winter air causing your acne to flare up?  The constant change in climate from being in the dry air of our heated homes and then outside in the cold air can aggravate the skin of those that are prone to acne.  Here are few money saving home remedies that you can try.Whip Out The Humidifier/VaporizerUsing a humidifier for a couple of hours each day can increase the moisture content in the

Makeup Look For Eyeglasses: Add Some Sparkle To Your Eyes

Fabulous Four Eyes This makeup look works really well if you wear glasses.  Try wearing eyes colors other than black to give your eyes behind the glass some sparkle.What I used:Eyes: NYC mascara - Cobalt blue,  Wetnwild eyeliner - Silver  Cheeks: MAC - Dollymix (bubblegum pink)Lips: MAC -Ravishing (pinkish peach color)This was so easy to do.  I coated my lashes(top and bottom) with 3 coats of the

Trendy Creative Boutonniere Styles

Here are a few very stylish boutonniere styles that give that special touch .

Formal Prom Dresses

Formal prom dresses would be the common attire for any exclusive occasions, especially wedding parties, rehearsal dinners, charity auctions, high school prom, and special gala functions. Although buying a formal dress can be time-consuming and tiring, it is very important for a woman to have a minimum of one formal outfit in her closet.When you are shopping for a formal prom dresses, never

Formal Prom Dresses

Formal prom dresses would be the common attire for any exclusive occasions, especially wedding parties, rehearsal dinners, charity auctions, high school prom, and special gala functions. Although buying a formal dress can be time-consuming and tiring, it is very important for a woman to have a minimum of one formal outfit in her closet.When you are shopping for a formal prom dresses, never

Kooky Pics #367 Look what was in the mailbox

Guessed what I received yesterday??A birthday card from Gill. Thanks girl! =)

All About Hair: Meet Felicia Leatherwood;Natural Hair Stylist Extraordinaire!

Loving Your Hair With Natural CareThis young lady is none other than Felicia Leatherwood, hair stylist to celebrity clients Jill Scott, Sanaa Lathan, Will Smith, Terrence Howard, Anthony Anderson and Arsenio Hall, to name a few.  Her work can be found in People magazine, Essence, and Instyle and a host of other film and television appearances.  Although these accomplishments are truly impressive,

Creative, Affordable Guestbook Idea

A Creative, Affordable Guestbook Idea The GuestbookStore.com provides a fun, creative, and affordable way for you to allow your guests to create individual guestbook pages that you can turn into a true keepsake. Their web page explains it best: Rather than a book of autographs likely to be stored away, these non-traditional guestbooks personalize your event and capture guests’ memories

Cinderella Glam Wedding

The sign, the moment

Last night, as you slept,and I gazed at you,An overwhelming sense of lovejust washed over me.And I think,it's the sign that I've been waiting for.The sign that I've been praying for.The unexpected moment. Doubt has left the building.Now, I have a sense of peace,I hope it's here to stay,and not fade away.

Corset Prom Dresses

When it is time for her junior or senior prom and out shopping for her gown to wear at the big dance, you will definitely want to let her try one of the corset prom dresses that are so very popular right now. This sort of evening or ball gown will make her the center off attention from the girls out of jealousy, and the guys for its attractive appeal. Although the dress may be form fitting on top

Corset Prom Dresses

When it is time for her junior or senior prom and out shopping for her gown to wear at the big dance, you will definitely want to let her try one of the corset prom dresses that are so very popular right now. This sort of evening or ball gown will make her the center off attention from the girls out of jealousy, and the guys for its attractive appeal. Although the dress may be form fitting on top

All About Hair: 20's Inspired Hairstyles Are My Latest Obsession

deep wavespin curls and side parts  oversized hair accessories  finger waves swooped to the sideglamorous deep wave pinned waves with headbandI am fascinated and inspired by fashion and style of the 1920's.  I am especially inspired some of hairstyles, such as pin-curls, deep waves and oversized hair accessories.  There's something extremely flirty and feminine about these styles paired with red

Colleen and Tim's Wedding

The sky over Lake Tahoe was as blue as ever, and the crisp, cool air made it a perfect fall day at the Lake. The aspens groves scattered among the pines, held on to their last golden leaves that glistened in the sunlight.It was such a perfect fall day! Yes, it was a glorious day for a wedding. Colleen and Tim had waited seven years for this day, and as their groom's cake said it was "A Very

Kooky Pics #366 Blue Hue

Beverly Hills Wedding Collage

This beautiful picture wedding collage caught our eye. From the glamor decor settings to the beautiful surroundings . With the pale pink bouquets of the wedding party that added that touch of pink through-out the wedding decor. To the very glammed up ceremony aisle decor . The manzanita tree's with a mixture of roses and hanging crystals add that very outdoor glam.Which where then re-used in the

Black And White Prom Dresses

Looking for a black and white prom dresses that is modest is sometimes a hard thing to do. Most designs have low cut necklines, they are strapless, or they have slits that come way too high. There are some companies that deal only with modest style dresses or you can alter the dress to fit your moral standards.Look at black and white prom dress that have a vintage style to them. They are normally

Black And White Prom Dresses

Looking for a black and white prom dresses that is modest is sometimes a hard thing to do. Most designs have low cut necklines, they are strapless, or they have slits that come way too high. There are some companies that deal only with modest style dresses or you can alter the dress to fit your moral standards.Look at black and white prom dress that have a vintage style to them. They are normally

DIY Chic Manicure: Yet Another DIY French Manicure Twist

 What I used:Icing - Bad Romance     Kiss - BlackI love simple nail designs.  They are easy to do and can look very chic.  My favorite style to play on is the french manicure.  This is an updated and chic version of the classic french manicure.  I used a darker base color and opted for a black tip rather than a white one.  You can try different colors and see what you come up with. I thought

Thriftstore Fashion: My Thriftstore Haul Finds For The Week.

         BCBG sheer flower print - $3.99                          Forever 21 sheer polkadot and lace - $3.99                  BCBG purse - $3.00                                           Sketchers combat boot $3.50Montana western boot - $7.00This past weekend, while out doing my regular thrifting runs, I found these items, of which was happy to add to my already abundant thrift store fashion

Calvin and Hobbes

makes me smile... The little boy cracked me up.

Catholic vs Protestant

Although Mr. C and I have been together for the past ten years despite our differences in religion- him being a Catholic and me, a Protestant- we're now in a dilemma as to what church to settle down. You would think that both Catholic and Protestant falls under Christianity and we really shouldn't have that much issue but there is a slight difference- in the teachings, in the way worship is

Faviana Prom Dresses

Faviana prom dresses make others turn their heads when you enter the room. They are bold, daring and incredibly sexy. No surprise, given that they're modeled after dresses worn by movie stars. It is not too often that designer gowns of this magnitude and name can be found for such a steal. Faviana is not generally known for their affordable pricing, yet there are many that can be found for less

Faviana Prom Dresses

Faviana prom dresses make others turn their heads when you enter the room. They are bold, daring and incredibly sexy. No surprise, given that they're modeled after dresses worn by movie stars. It is not too often that designer gowns of this magnitude and name can be found for such a steal. Faviana is not generally known for their affordable pricing, yet there are many that can be found for less

2010 San Diego Botanical Gardens- Gala

We had the opportunity to participate in this year Gala , for the second year in a row. Having this opportunity has allowed us to experience the vast amount of floral design concepts that are created for this event. The SD Botanical holds this event every year around September. Where they Honor a guest , that has influenced the garden community , and provide their knowledge through-out . This

Elegant Prom Dresses

Elegant prom dresses exude an air of glamor and charm. They are traditional for teenage proms and make the girl look more like a young lady than just a school girl. Formal attire makes one feel and look exquisite and beautiful. A floor length prom dress can make your daughter look like the princess she always wanted to be when she was a little girl. If you or your daughter is a little shy about

Elegant Prom Dresses

Elegant prom dresses exude an air of glamor and charm. They are traditional for teenage proms and make the girl look more like a young lady than just a school girl. Formal attire makes one feel and look exquisite and beautiful. A floor length prom dress can make your daughter look like the princess she always wanted to be when she was a little girl. If you or your daughter is a little shy about

I.think.of.you

When I listen to Jay,You spring to mind.When I listen to Lee Hom,I think of you.When I sing k,It reminded me of the first time.When I drive up Genting,I think of drifting which leads to Jay and back to you,When I think of the latest movies,My movie buddy was you.Everything leads back to you.Now, it's time to stop.

A picture...

... can speak a thousand words. So can emoticons.

Cinderella Prom Dresses

Cinderella prom dresses are not just dresses made up from layer and layer of fabric and netting. They can also be bustled and have pick up skirts. These Victorian style Cinderella prom dresses are becoming more and more trendier every day with a lot of young girls choosing these over the fairytale fluffy Cinderella style prom dresses.The new trend for this style Cinderella prom dresses has opened

Cinderella Prom Dresses

Cinderella prom dresses are not just dresses made up from layer and layer of fabric and netting. They can also be bustled and have pick up skirts. These Victorian style Cinderella prom dresses are becoming more and more trendier every day with a lot of young girls choosing these over the fairytale fluffy Cinderella style prom dresses.The new trend for this style Cinderella prom dresses has opened

Hair Envy: Hairstyles That Really Tickle My Fancy

Super Curly Cropped Hair CutColored Textured FroCrazy Big Wild CurlsSide Fro With ClipHuge Afro Puff  Thick Chunky Highlighted CurlsWild Straightened Tresses

Makeup Look: Asian Inspired Night On The Town Look

This is a very simple Asian inspired makeup look.  Since I don't use Photoshop, you get the privilege of enjoying the condensation on my nose along with the look! Asian women are very beautiful and exotic looking, so I really had fun with this look.EyesMaybeline Eyestudio creme liner - BlackMaybeline Falsies mascara - Blackest blackCheeksMilani - Sunset BeachLipsMAC Cremesheen Glass - Double

Love is...

'Nuff said.

What Are Parabens? Do They Pose A Health Risk To Me?

You may or may not have noticed that some of your cosmetic and personal care products contain parabens. They come in different forms with some of the major ones being Butylparaben, Ethlyparaben, Methylparaben or Propylparaben.  There has been some discussion as to whether parabens are safe or not, with the major concern being whether or not they are cancer causing.What are parabens?Parabens are a

All About Hair: Top 5 Oils To Promote Healthy Hair Growth

 Here are my top 5 oils that I use for my hair.  Each oil has a specific benefit in which I use it for,  along with several other benefits that are added extras.  I can't say enough positive things about the positive transformation these oils have produced for my hair. 1.)  Castor OilCastor Oil has Omega-9 fatty acids which nourish the hair and prevent the scalp from drying. It is also a 

SWC - Wedding Workshop 2010

This year we( students) had the opportunity to work together w/ our teacher at SWC and create our Wedding decor.I took afew shots of some of the pieces that where created that day. From the bridal bouquet to boutonniere to a small belly bar centerpiece. The over all theme was Purple /Blues / and Burgundy. These arrangements where for different weddings .This Bouquet was for a junior bride .

Blue Prom Dresses

What makes blue prom dresses elegant. the style for one. It does not really matter if you bought the blue prom dress at a cheap rate. As long as it looks elegant, then you can say that you made a good deal. They can still look formal and be appropriate for prom night as long as these adhere to the forms and regulations of what should be worn on that evening.Blue prom dresses can still be elegant

Blue Prom Dresses

What makes blue prom dresses elegant. the style for one. It does not really matter if you bought the blue prom dress at a cheap rate. As long as it looks elegant, then you can say that you made a good deal. They can still look formal and be appropriate for prom night as long as these adhere to the forms and regulations of what should be worn on that evening.Blue prom dresses can still be elegant

Sisterhood is...

"Age doesn't matter, unless your cheese." John Paul Getty... us kicking and punching. (at each other)... us screaming and yelling. (at each other)... us saying mean and hurtful words. (at each other.. who else?)... us ignoring and letting the silence stretch. (at each other)Well, those were the days.These days, it's about...... you being my bolster. =p(my huggable pillow, too!!)(ok.. I suck at

Beauty Tip: How To Get Perfect Brow-licious Eyebrows Every Time

BrowliciousI get lots of questions about my eyebrows and how I maintain them, so I am finally revealing the secret to my brows! Now, if you don't have a steady hand, I do NOT suggest this, but if you do have a steady hand, you might want give this a try. It works for me!  I shape my eyebrows with mini hair clippers.  First, I use a little eyebrow wax and an eyebrow brush to brush my eyebrows

Lisa H. Yates Wedding Collage

This year we received a request from a young lady for a wedding. She was in an unfortunate situation that caused her to look for our services. Looking for a florist is not always easy , since they have only pictures or portfolios to show or even some everyday arrangements in their shop. Lisa was different, she came to us with a serious problem . Her original florist was let go and the new owner

Black Prom Dresses

Most women have a black prom dresses that can be pulled out and wear at a moments notice to a special event. Black is a color that goes with any occasion and can be worn just about anywhere. A black prom dress is a great choice because it is elegant and exudes formality. It makes you feel dressed up and ready for anything.The color black has a slimming effect and hides a multitude of sins. It

Black Prom Dresses

Most women have a black prom dresses that can be pulled out and wear at a moments notice to a special event. Black is a color that goes with any occasion and can be worn just about anywhere. A black prom dress is a great choice because it is elegant and exudes formality. It makes you feel dressed up and ready for anything.The color black has a slimming effect and hides a multitude of sins. It

How to attract guys

Women tend to place personality higher when they're scouting for their men but of course, it doesn't mean they don't look at physical appearances. Guys, however, from what I understand usually and almost always place LOOKS first and foremost among everything else. How hot you look, how well you dress, how much skin you reveal, how ample your assets are...Of course, don't get me wrong, I am not

Kooky Pics #365 Stalking all border collies

                             2010 San Diego Botanical Gardens GalaThis is our second year participating in the Gala at the gardens. So this year we where suppose to partner up w/ Cocina Del Charro (confused the date of event)at gardens . We got lucky , since we had a large table floral piece . The theme you could say was Avatar ( Movie). Jodie Holt was being honored that evening , since she was

Colleen and Tim Sneak Peek

Colleen is 24-year-old professional cook. Upon graduating from the University of Nevada, Reno in 2008 with a BA in journalism, she decided to attend the Italian Culinary Academy in New York City. She studied Italian cuisine for three months in New York before moving to Parma, Italy to finish culinary school, then to Umbria to complete a stage at La Bastiglia restaurant. She now works at Roxy

This Del Mar Show for 2010 :During this year 2010 Del Mar Fair Show - Floral Design Competition . We found this lovely creation. Filled with Purple Orchids , greens , succulents, more...As we stepped back from the centerpiece , the post where filled with succulents surrounding the table. It was beautiful in person but you can not see the full affect in these pictures .Not only did they create a

Trendee Holiday Workshop

   Holiday Workshop December 11, 2010  11:00-1:00 pmCoronado Community CenterRSVP - Nov.22,2010  Cost : $50.00**Door Prizes ,More...**

Emotional Kookie

Everyone my age is out working in the working world whilst I sit at home and type this. I am not saying that I miss my working life so badly that I want to head right back into it. But every day in and every day out, constant thoughts about money and how we'll get by plagues me non-stop. The only thing I ever missed about my working life is the money that comes with it and the handful of friends

Beautiful Prom Dresses

Looking for a beautiful prom dresses is sometimes a hard thing to do. Most designs have low cut necklines, they are strapless, or they have slits that come way too high. There are some companies that deal only with modest style dresses or you can alter the dress to fit your moral standards. Look at dresses that have a vintage style to them. They are normally not cut as low as some dresses are

Beautiful Prom Dresses

Looking for a beautiful prom dresses is sometimes a hard thing to do. Most designs have low cut necklines, they are strapless, or they have slits that come way too high. There are some companies that deal only with modest style dresses or you can alter the dress to fit your moral standards. Look at dresses that have a vintage style to them. They are normally not cut as low as some dresses are

Kooky Pics #364 Mini Cooper S

Fall Fashion 2010-2011: Accessory Cravings For Bracelets, Clutches and Gloves, Oh My!

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxChanelxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxChanelxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxLanvinxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxMichael KorsxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxArmani-cropped glovesxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxIf it seems as though I have a new fashion crave almost every other day, it is true! I do!  These are some of my latest sightings that I must find inexpensive

All About Hair: Using Protective Styling To Save Your Ends

(source)Protective hairstyles can play a big role in helping you retain the length of your hair, by "protecting" your fragile ends.  With the winter weather starting to really set in, protective styling has become a necessity for me in order to achieve my healthy hair goals.What is a protective hairstyle?Typically, a protective hairstyle is any hairstyle that leaves your ends unexposed.  

Affordable Prom Dresses

Prom dresses are now easier to find than they used to be in the past. We no longer need to be as rich as princesses to find the perfect dress that will make us look like a royalty. Modern girls now have the opportunity to browse in the Internet and find a lot of affordable prom dresses in the online stores. Internet has changed the way nowadays' girls look like and also the way they feel about

Affordable Prom Dresses

Prom dresses are now easier to find than they used to be in the past. We no longer need to be as rich as princesses to find the perfect dress that will make us look like a royalty. Modern girls now have the opportunity to browse in the Internet and find a lot of affordable prom dresses in the online stores. Internet has changed the way nowadays' girls look like and also the way they feel about