Drugstore Beauty Must-Haves

Six Drugstore Beauty Must-Haves!

A few years ago I made it a goal to learn more about drugstore (and in some cases grocery store) makeup and beauty products. So here is a video of 6 drugstore beauty must-haves I am digging at this moment. They are my must-haves. Sure you can spend three times the amount on prestige products, but I’d rather save that money for that YSL bag I’ve had my eye on.

Put Some Spring In Your Step With Block Heels

Thank God it all comes back to the block heel. Roger Vivier can be credited with this shoe silhouette which was considered very new and different 1965, when it came down the Yves Saint Laurent runway. Actually that one had a square toe and looked more like a Pilgrim shoe with it’s large metal buckle. In fact the same shoes has been brought back this season, I digress. I just love my fashion history.

What is old is almost always new again especially when it comes to fashion so it should come as no surprise block heels are once again on trend for spring.

Handmade Jewelry With A Mission: Songa Designs International

Since “crafty” jewelry and bags are so on trend right now, why not purchase pieces that make a difference? Songa Designs International, is an accessories line made by under-resourced women in Rwanda in East Africa to create economic independence. Founded by Sarah Sternberg, the handmade necklaces, bracelets, earrings, belts and other specialty accessories, are entirely …

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Ragged Nails? I Feel You

Winter is always murder on my already weak nails and cuticles. I was not born blessed with great nails. In fact I bit them the first 10 years of my life. That was until I saw a picture of myself lunching on them and that was gross enough to make me stop. I inherited my grandmother’s weak nails and no matter what nail hardener I tried in those days, they would break easily. It drove me crazy.

The Butterfly Effect

Nothing says spring more than butterflies. While I’m not as wild about them as Mariah Carey, I have noticed butterflies are this year’s flower. They are everywhere in fashion! From shoes, to bags, to dresses, butterflies are free to fly.

Here are just a handful ways to add some colorful butterfly wings to your life.