Friday, August 5, 2011

5 things I love about this summer.

1. Braids
For frizz prone hair, braids are sometimes the only solution to the 100% humidity problemo.
It gets your hair out of your face and can potentially look really polished.
If you don't know how to braid... try getting on youtube.com and watching some tutorials, and start practicing!

2. Parasols
Fact: 80% of visible skin aging is caused by sun exposure
As far as I am concerned, the sun is my worst enemy. So why not get yourself an adorable parasol to shield your pristine skin from it's evil ways. I got mine from Pearl River, which generally stocks a fun selection of hand painted parasols for under $10.




3. Faux Tans
I have been in the practice of artificial bronzing since approximately the 7th grade... and even I still have an occasional user error... But if you must, and sometimes you do... this is by far the best at home product I have tried. My only recommendation is that you wear rubber gloves underneath a wash cloth mit... because it stains your hands like no other... and that is NOT a good look for anyone.

If you want to splurge, Suvara spray tans are like magic.
It was truly a flawless tan that lasted about a week, but the price tag is close to $100 a session... compared to the St. Tropez tanning mousse that is under $40 from Sephora, and you can probably get 10 - 15 applications from it...



4. Alexandra Rothwell Beaded Earrings
I am obsessed with these earrings! I actually own the pair all the way to the right.
Every pair is one of a kind, hand crafted, color consulted... and absolutely amazing.
They are great for all seasons but so much fun for the summer!

Check out her website
and oogle over them like me...

5. Retro Swimwear


Old School Bikinis and maillots... I need not say more.

this is mine... which I found at Enz's in the East Village.

summer nail art.


I know it's been awhile...
but I am feeling motivated to continue blogging... and what better way to kick it back up with some of my favorite summer manicures...

my inspiration...


my version...
Cartoon leopard print.




my inspiration...
my version...
Wwwwatermelons.



4th of July.



Royal Wedding.




Tea Party.



Not-so-typical french.


Friday, December 10, 2010

gotham city.


flickr: All rights reserved by Kaldoon


Gotham City

Gotham City Ring

$225

Noir for DC Comics brings this amazing and really cool ring!! Ring is solid brass plated in Gunmetal and has Cubic Zirconia stones that make up the windows of the buildings. DC COMICS TM & © DC COMICS (S10)




Wednesday, December 8, 2010

hungarian stuffing.


Things you need:

1 loaf of white bread
1 onion
6 ribs of celery
2 cups of parsley
1.5 sticks of butter
5 eggs
1 cup of water
1 tsp salt + .5 tsp pepper


1) tear the loaf of bread into small pieces
2) chop up the parsley & add it in with the bread



3) chop onions & celery



4) sautee with butter



5) cool with 1 cup of water

6) mix the onions + celery in with the bread + parsley

7) add eggs + salt & pepper

8) mix it all together

9) bake at like 350 or something for like 45 minutes maybe? not sure i don't really pay attention, but when it's done you'll know. :) mmm.





thanksgiving: finished stuffing at the top of my plate.



sweet nothings.

In God We Trust


Sweet Nothings Pendant $40
available at Refinery29.
custom engraving for $10 more...

Victory Rolls. How to.

Filmed a tutorial last week. Check it out.


half moon.

Conversation Starter... as seen in Glamour magazine.