Budget Friendly Bridal Party Dresses

04 January 2016



The holidays  are over, but for many, the planning has just begun...wedding planning that is. Between Christmas and New Year's my social media feeds were blowing up with pictures of engagement rings and captions of "I said Yes!" What does that mean for me? Let me put it this way, have you ever seen the movie 27 Dresses with Katherine Hiegl? Enough said!

27 Dresses Starring Katherine Heigl
It's an honor to be asked to be a bridesmaid or maid of honor in a wedding, but it can get a bit pricey and you're not even getting a husband out of the deal! (just kidding....kinda) I've always been realistic when it comes to weddings. I just can't see spending hundreds of dollars on a dress you're only going to wear for a few hours. So ladies, I have a little secret to share about where to snag super affordable, trendy and chic bridesmaids dresses to stay within your bridal party's budget.

Lulus.com, is an online retailer stocking emerging new designers that their  buyers travel the world for so that you can find a style to call your own. They  buy in limited quantities as many of our items come fresh from  designers' studios. They carry some beautiful gowns in a variety of colors, cuts and sizes that are all well within an affordable price range. I think the most expensive dress I came across was about $179. The tops of most of their dresses are so neutral that after the wedding you can opt to get them hemmed and recycle the dress for other parties and events which is an all around win-win for your wallet. 

Not quite your style for a bridal party? These are also elegant dresses to wear as a guest attending a wedding. Any of these dresses can be glammed up or mellowed down by choosing the right accessories, makeup, hairstyle and shoes. 

Speaking of shoes, because you all know I love me a hot pair of pumps, Lulus.com also has a great selection of heels to pair with any dress including such brands as Jessica Simpson, Chinese Laundry and Steve Madden. And shoes are always recyclable with different outfits. 

Below are just a few (trust me, there's plenty more) of my favorite dresses that I can see my future bridesmaids walking down the aisle in...all I need now is a fiance! .




Beauty Bargain: Ion Jett Turbo 30 Second Straightener Brush

28 December 2015


Christmas shopping was especially hard this year, mainly because everything I saw for my family and friends I wanted for myself too! But I was good and tried not to stray with my purchases except for this one beauty bargain I couldn't pass up. The Ion Jet Turbo 30 Second Straightener is so practical and easy to use that I'm a little upset I didn't coin this tool.
 
I'm a Groupon junkie. Yes, I admit it. At $24.99, this beauty tool seemed too good to pass up. It heats up to 450 degrees and has temperature control buttons on the side of the handle.

  • Far-infrared technology helps to minimize heat damage
  • Ceramic plate may reduce static and frizz
  • Massaging tips designed to prevent burning and tangling

  • I have very thick hair so when straightening, I usually do it in layers. In my video below, I have already blow dried my hair with no products used. The brush actually let me style my layers while straightening and smoothing any fly away strands. I'm really horrible at trying to blow out my hair, so I find this tool to be extremely helpful with styling.


     
    There's only a limited quantity left so order yours before they're gone! I've seen similar tools online for up to $300. For $24.99, it's worth a try!
     
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    New York City Holiday Store Windows

    25 December 2015

    I love the holidays. It's a time for family, a time for giving, and a time for the fabulous window displays in New York. The extravagant designs that seem to outdo the previous year's displays always amaze me. I mean, I bet the cost of just one window at Saks Fifth Avenue would be enough to send a small country to an Ivy League school for 4 years!

    The chain of windows at Saks contained more than 225,000 lights, took 10,000 hours to produce with more than 250 people to create the Winter Palace. Windows featured landmarks such as the Great Wall of China, the Colosseum and the Great Barrier Reef. 

    Saks Fifth Avenue Extravagant Holiday Window Display
    H&M didn't have too much of a window display, but their holiday ready mannequins made up for it. My fave were the ones dressed in Katy Perry's line of holiday fashion.

    H&M Holiday Display feature Katy Perry's Exclusive Line

    Louis Vuitton's Metallic Holiday Window Display

    Macy's window made me feel like a kid again. I mean, who doesn't love Charlie Brown?! The funny thing is I think the adults I saw were more excited about the display than the kids with them.

    Macy's Charlie Brown Themed Holiday Windows

    The inside decor was stunning. It reminded me of an enchanted forest. And of course, I had to mail my letter to Santa in the infamous mailbox. 

    Inside Macy's in NYC...Of course I had to drop my letter off in Santa's Mailbox!

    Macy's Holiday Fashion

    Top Shop's Winter Wonderland Holiday Display Windows



    Beauty Review: Valentia True Glow Eye Cream

    14 December 2015


    Valentia True Glow Eye Cream
    Hey beauty babes! I've got the scoop on a new eye cream from Valentia to reduce wrinkles and puffiness, nourish skin and diminish dark circles. 

    Valentia True Glow Eye Cream is antioxidant rich eye cream that tightens skin and locks in moisture, depuffing the eye area to repair skin as well as adding natural protection to give you glowing skin (as the name states). 

    Forever 21's Winter Wonderland Savings

    04 December 2015

    There's nothing I love more than checking my e-mail in the morning and seeing a great sale in my inbox. I thought I had it made with the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals I snagged, but Forever 21 has done it again! 

    2015 Cyber Monday Deals

    30 November 2015



    Never have I been so excited for Monday to come! Shop some of the best fashion and beauty bargains of the year using the following codes during checkout. Happy shopping!