Sunday, May 29, 2011

Best Summer Earrings Under $20!

Tinley Road Metal Feather Earring $18

Hive & Honey Teardrop Earring $18

Hive & Honey Metal Teardrop Earring $14

Tinley Road Knot Earring $14

Tinley Road Palette Drop Earring $18

All of these earrings are available at www.piperlime.gap.com

25 Summer Beauty All-Stars: Hair, Skin, and Makeup


By Alexandra Gonzalez and Sarah DiGiulio, RealSimple.com
Keep skin hydrated, hair nourished, and makeup in place with these great beauty essentials.
Marc Anthony Strictly Curls Curl Enhancing Styling Foam
Ulta.com

Hair

Work this vitamin E– and amino acid–packed foam through damp hair, then air-dry to get shiny, bouncy, mermaidy waves.

John Frieda Sheer Blonde Go Blonder Spray
John Frieda
Channel your inner California Gurl: Just spritz, heat with a blow dryer, and voilĂ —instant lasting highlights for all but the darkest strands.



More from RealSimple.com :
Goody Simple Styles Bun Spiral
Target.com
Goody Simple Styles Bun Spiral
Throw your hair up in seconds—and keep it in place for hours—with a clever coil that does the work of multiple bobby pins.
To buy: $7, target.com for stores.

Nexxus Pro-Mend Daily Shampoo
Nexxus
Nexxus Pro-Mend Daily Shampoo
The mix of coconut oil and keratin helps seal swim- and surf-induced split ends (believe it!) while it cleanses.

RickyCare No-Frizz Comb
rickysnyc.com
It defrizzes in one stroke, thanks to smoothing oils baked right into the comb.
To buy: No-Frizz Pocket Comb, $6, rickysnyc.com.



Neutrogena Triple Moisture Split End Mender
Neutrogena
Rub this into damp or dry hair to repair brittle sun- and chlorine-exposed strands. The lightweight balm, which contains sweet almond, olive, and meadowfoam oils, seals off ragged ends and helps prevent future breakage.
To buy: Neutrogena Triple Moisture Split End Mender, $7, drugstore.com.


Darphin Serum
darphin.com
A cooling, antioxidant-packed fluid that’s like a fresh summer cocktail for parched skin. You can use it in place of your regular moisturizer morning and night.
To buy: Hydraskin Intensive Skin-hydrating Serum, $75, darphin.com.

Sally Hansen Moisturizing Nail & Cuticle Oil
Sally Hansen

Skin

Brush on this vitamin E oil to look polished without polish.


Wish Shea Butter Soap From Lollia by Margot Elena
lollialife.com
Lather up with this moisturizing bar and you’ll leave a subtle floral-amber scent in your wake hours later.
To buy: Lollia Wish Shea Butter Soap, $12, lollialife.com.


Clean Moisture-Absorbent Deodorant
sephora.com
This aptly named product smells like just-washed cotton and keeps you feeling freshly laundered.



Olay Pore Minimizing Cleanser
Oil of Olay
Crushing humidity is no match for this exfoliating foaming cleanser that removes excess oil without stripping.
To buy: Pore Minimizing Cleanser, $7, ulta.com.


okeeffescompany.com
A rich cream to prep yourself for the shoeless season.
To buy: Healthy Feet - 3.2 oz. Jar, $8, okeeffescompany.com.


Suave Cocoa Butter With Shea Body Lotion
Suave
The cocoa-butter scent will transport you straight to the beach, even if you’re stuck in front of a keyboard.
To buy: Cocoa Butter with Shea Body Lotion , $2.50, amazon.com.

The Body Shop Vitamin E Cream Cleanser
The Body Shop
After a day in the sun, treat sensitive skin with care. This cleanser gently washes away dirt and makeup without stripping skin dry, and seals in moisture with soy oil and shea butter.
To buy: Vitamin E Cream Cleanser, $14, thebodyshop-usa.com.



Origins A Perfect World SPF 25 Age Defense Moisturizer
Origins
Apply this moisturizer in the morning to shield skin from damaging UV rays with the help of white tea antioxidants.
To buy: A Perfect World SPF 25, $39.50, origins.com.


Burt’s Bees Aloe & Linden Flower After Sun Soother
Burt's Bees
The rich face-and-body lotion calms red skin and keeps it supple with coconut oil, bee pollen, and glycerin. Natural aloe vera and linden extract help soothe skin and diminish inflammation.


Covergirl NatureLuxe Silk Foundation
Covergirl

Makeup

A tube of sheer, blendable color that contains refreshing cucumber water and hydrating jojoba extract—it’s the next best thing.
To buy: NatureLuxe Silk Foundation, $12, ulta.com.

Temptu Retouch Blush
sephora.com
This long-lasting liquid cheek stain comes with a built-in brush that makes application a breeze. In three shades.
To buy: Retouch Blush, $35, sephora.com.


Hard Candy
Hard Candy Lash Ink
Take that weekend trip, but leave your makeup bag behind. This waterproof stain lasts for four full days—no clumping, no flaking, no smudging. (No worries.)
To buy: Hard Candy Lash Ink 4-Day Lash Stain, $7, walmart.com.


Yves Saint Laurent Volupte Sheer Candy Lipstick
Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent Volupte Sheer Candy Lipstick
As moisturizing as lip balm, with pretty, see-through color that screams “summer.” In six shades.



Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Intense Shadows
giorgioarmanibeauty.com
Shimmery waterproof, creaseproof powder ready to be swiped on with a finger. In 15 shades.
To buy: Eyes to Kill Intense Eyeshadows, $32 each, giorgioarmanibeauty.com.

(Untitled) by Maison Martin Margiela
saks.com
(Untitled) by Maison Martin Margiela
A crisp, feminine blend of jasmine and cedar that’s lightweight enough for the steamiest day.
To buy: (untitled) Maison Martin Margiela Eau de Parfum /1.7 oz., $100, saks.com.


Laura Mercier Eye Basics
Laura Mercier
This concealer’s creamy texture blends into skin to hide dark circles. It is long-lasting, water-resistant (read: sweat-proof and splash-proof) formula also enlists antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E, as well as oil-absorbing clay, to prevent midday creasing. Available in six shades.
To buy: Laura Mercier Eye Basics Concealer, $24, Yahoo! Shopping.

Beauty for Real Miracle Mascara
beautyforreal.com
Beauty for Real Miracle Mascara
This mascara holds up against sweat, tears, and oil, but washes off easily with warm water and a gentle rub. Volumizing carnauba wax builds up tiny lashes and keeps them soft.



Clinique Long Last Glosswear SPF 15
Clinique
One coat of this gloss, available in 18 sheer to bold shades, keeps lips tinted, glossy, and sun-protected for hours.
To buy: Clinique Long Last Glosswear SPF 15, $14, Yahoo! Shopping.

Saturday, May 28, 2011

Coach Outlet 30% off for Memorial Day Weekend

Yes, it's true, Coach is offering a 30% discount on all items, including SALE items for the long weekend. So head on over there for some truly great deals! Here are a few of our favorite and most affordable finds:

Poppy Purse Spray $38


Sutton Signature Wristlet $48


Biaz Signature Ponytail Scarf $38

Friday, May 27, 2011

Shopping For Summer On A Budget

Looking to add some new pieces to your summer wardrobe but don't feel like spending a fortune? The editors at In Style magazine have found some great pieces that are very affordable!

1. Nylon Spandex Bikini ($19) Forever 21
Nylon-Spandex Bikini, $19

2. Silk Tunic with Crochet Detail ($37) Target
Silk Tunic With Crochet Detail, $37

3. Cotton Wedges ($40) Lands End
Cotton and Jute Wedges, $40

4. Print Dress ($30) H & M
Print Dress, [DOLLAR]30

5.  Straw Hat ($28) Roxy
Straw Hat, [DOLLAR]28
6. Sandals ($22) JCPenney
Sandals, [DOLLAR]22

7. Pendant Necklace ($30) topshop
Pendant, [DOLLAR]30

8. Gold Sandal ($16) charlotterusse
Gold Sandals, [DOLLAR]16

9. Cotton Vest ($40) American Eagle
Cotton Vest, [DOLLAR]40
10. Faux Leather Belt ($13) Old Navy
Faux Leather Belt, [DOLLAR]13

11. Straw & Cotton Fedora ($13) Target
Straw and Cotton Fedora, [DOLLAR]13