Are you excited to go to work tomorrow? I know I am! This look rocks this fall - add some tights when it gets cooler or maybe even toss in a funky belt to take it a step further.
10.19.2009
10.07.2009
Rock This Look: Bangs
Beachy waves are a thing of the past. This fall, you're obsessed with long straight hair and blunt bangs. How do we know? Well, for starters, InStyle.com readers tried on Vanessa Hudgens's edgy look (from our Makeover issue!) over 100,000 times last month! Maybe you'd look better with Reese Witherspoon's signature style. Or perhaps you like Jennifer Lopez's wispy fringe. Find the perfect bangs for you by test-driving the prettiest celebrity examples in our Hollywood Makeover! Actually cutting your hair? That's up to you.
— Hannah Morrill for InStyle (http://www.instyle.com)
9.28.2009
Ready For Fall
Fall is here and I'm ready for the cooler temps and great new looks! Time to rock those boots. Dig them out of your closet and throw them on with your skinny jeans, leggings, skirts and dresses. If you buy one investment piece this season - make it a pair of great boots, they go with everything! I'm loving this look now...
9.24.2009
Mix It Up For Work
I'm loving this look for work. The ankle trousers are great, especially when paired with some peep toe heels or booties. One of the sweetest accessory details right now is layering simple wrist watches. Pair two or three different styles together to make a statement! There is no excuse for rolling into the office five minutes late now, oh except for that Pumpkin Spice latte you stood in line at Starbucks for. Hey it was totally worth it and besides your new work look ROCKS!!
9.18.2009
Rock This Look Tonight
Need some ideas for what to wear tonight? I am loving this look - very rocker chick! Go with skinny black jeans, or pull out your black leggings, pair with some sexy black heels and an oversized silk shirt and you've got a hot look for tonight. Throw in a black leather crop jacket for even more of an edge! I recently purchases a great knock off black leather crop jacket at Charlotte Russe, under $40!! Go get one,It is a must this fall!!
9.08.2009
Rock This Look Today : Boyfriend Shorts
You can rock jean shorts, but let me be clear on the "type" of jean shorts! I'm not talking NASCAR jean shorts (more affectionately referred to as "jorts"). I am talking sassy boyfriend jean shorts - a much longer cut and most often found in a sassy distressed look. Boyfriend shorts were all over the place this summer and there is no need to put them up just yet. Pair them with some peep toe pumps and a funky blazer and you've got a great look for a night out. I am loving this look...
9.04.2009
STUDS!!
There is nothing we love more than STUDS!! SO rocker and SO in this fall. You can find this trend just about everywhere you look - shoes, handbags, cuffs, shirts, jackets and the list goes on! As with all trends, try to keep your look to a minimum detail. Head to toe studs is not what we have in mind! Perhaps you add a stud cuff to an outfit, or a killer bag with stud details. Here are some of our favorite STUDS...
8.20.2009
Back To Work...
Is anything but "back to basics"! We are loving this cowl dress with studded belt detail (so IN right now). This will be a dress that you can wear late into the season, just add some black tights to those peep toe booties! You will definitely be rockin' at work with this little number!
8.19.2009
A Beauty Tip That Rocks...
Shiny Hair
Get gorgeous, shiny hair just like Ashley Greene's while you sleep. It's simple, all you need to do is invest in a satin pillowcase. The smooth fibers on the case help your hair cuticles lay down flat while you catch your zzzs and boost your shine power.
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Get gorgeous, shiny hair just like Ashley Greene's while you sleep. It's simple, all you need to do is invest in a satin pillowcase. The smooth fibers on the case help your hair cuticles lay down flat while you catch your zzzs and boost your shine power.
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Rock This Look: Bombshell Beauty
1217 Lincoln St. in the Columbia Vista, (803) 779-1811
If you haven't checked out Bombshell Beauty Studio in the Vista, you owe it to yourself to swing by and book an appointment today. Fall is just around the corner and this is the perfect time to rock a new look. The girls at Bombshell continue to bring a little bit of NYC to Columbia. Their cut and color skills are among the best and in my opinion THE BEST in the Southeast.
At my most recent visit I let Tracy try out a new coloring technique called "Stained Glass Paneling". This was a way to add some drastic contrast colors to my hair without completely changing my overall color. It looks amazing and I have had numerous compliments on the cut and color.
Check out the rockin' girls at Bombshell for a new updated look for this Fall!
8.18.2009
Guys, Take A Look
Put this outfit together with simple, classic pieces already in your closet. If you already have the shades and shoes too we're not worried about you! We LOVE this look and hope to see you rockin' it soon...
Rock This Fall Look...
Looking to fall and what is hot this season, we are loving this look. A boyfriend blazer can be worn several different ways and we are rockin' it with these hot Micheal Kors sandals! Take it for a spin...
8.12.2009
8.06.2009
Girls' Night Out?
Yes, please!! We think this outfit is super HOT to rock with the girls. An edgy leather skirt mixed with a feminine camisole (and oh, did we forget to mention the rockin' heels?), takes your next "GNO" to a new level. You may just have to meet up with the guys after - if they're lucky!
8.03.2009
A Beauty Tip That Rocks...
Peach Blush
Move over, rosy flush! The golden tones in a suntan look much more natural when worn with a peach blush. Complement a sexy tan like Gwyneth Paltrow's by dusting a rich apricot color on cheeks. If your skin is fair, makeup artist Bobbi Brown suggests skipping self-tanners and sweeping a peach blush over areas the sun would hit (cheeks, nose, forehead and chin) to warm up your face instead.
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Move over, rosy flush! The golden tones in a suntan look much more natural when worn with a peach blush. Complement a sexy tan like Gwyneth Paltrow's by dusting a rich apricot color on cheeks. If your skin is fair, makeup artist Bobbi Brown suggests skipping self-tanners and sweeping a peach blush over areas the sun would hit (cheeks, nose, forehead and chin) to warm up your face instead.
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Rock This Look Today...
The ever so simple, yet always chic look of black and white gets a little makeover. Maybe throw in a leather motorcycle jacket for a cool evening and you've got a great outfit for your next night out!
7.31.2009
7.30.2009
Rock This Look Today...
We are loving the simple pieces of this outfit mixed with some fabulous accessories! Get some mileage out of your skinny white jeans and a simple t-shirt. Add a statement necklace, some great shoes and a fun handbag and you just took "casual" to a rockin' new level!
7.28.2009
A Training Tip That Rocks!
If you are anything like me and you enjoy getting outside and exercising, this time of year can be especially great because of the sunny weather, yet very dangerous because of the heat. I found this great article at http://www.runnersworld.com and thought I would share...
How to Run in Hot Weather
TURNING UP THE HEAT
How exactly does hot weather affect runners? Our zealous correspondent endures a scorching, sweaty hour in a heat chamber and staggers back with some answers.
By Amby Burfoot
From the August 2009 issue of Runner's World
Reality Check: Know the Risks
MYTH Only dehydrated runners are at risk.
REALITY High humidity and intense effort can cause heatstroke in hydrated runners.
MYTH Only long runs cause heatstroke.
REALITY Fast, hard, shorter running—in 5-K or 10-Kraces—can also cause heatstroke.
MYTH Heatstroke occurs only if the weather is hot and humid.
REALITY Heatstroke can occur in mild conditions if an athlete is overfatigued.
MYTH Heatstroke victims stop sweating.
REALITY Heatstroke also develops in athletes who are still sweating.
Just How Hot Was He?
An hour in ideal conditions vs. an hour in heat
I ran identical workouts—one hour at 8:30-per-mile pace—on consecutive days in the University of Connecticut's environmental chamber. The first run was in 53-degree conditions, the second at 90 degrees. On the hot run, my heart rate, temperature, and sweat loss spiked to levels that diminish performance while increasing health risks, a reaction Lawrence Armstrong, Ph. D., editor of Exertional Heat Illnesses, calls "classic."
BODY MEASUREMENTS AT 53° F
Heart rate 158
Rectal temperature 101.98
Lactate .978 mmol/liter
Sweat loss 27.05 ounces
Percent dehydrated 1.3
Plasma volume -0.2%
BODY MEASUREMENTS AT 90° F
Heart rate 175
Rectal temperature 103.45
Lactate 4.04 mmol/liter
Sweat loss 54.10 ounces
Percent dehydrated 2.6
Plasma volume -10.9%
Be Cool
Play it smart when running In the heat.
University of Connecticut heat experts Doug Casa, Ph. D., and Larry Armstrong, Ph. D., both lifelong runners, recommend the following strategies to keep you safe and healthy in the summer heat.
Give yourself eight to 14 days to acclimatize to hot weather, gradually increasing the length and intensity of your training. In that time, your body will learn to decrease your heart rate, decrease your rectal temperature, and increase your sweat rate.
Run at the coolest time of day, usually in the morning before or just after sunrise.
Run in the shade—on trails or tree-lined roads—to avoid heat gain from solar radiation.
Wear light fabrics and as little as possible to encourage evaporation of sweat.
Hydrate appropriately before, during, and after your run. But be careful; overhydrating can be just as harmful.
Run a shorter distance than you might normally run in cooler weather.
Run slower than you would in cooler weather. Don't expect to match times that you achieved in better conditions; it's not possible in the heat.
Run with friends, or let someone know where you're running and when you'll return.
Warning: Heatstroke Ahead
Avoid hot-weather running if you are experiencing any of the following conditions or situations, as they put you at risk of heatstroke.
Sleep loss
Unusual fatigue
The sense that you're about to "come down" with something A long workout A heat wave
An extensive heat exposure (mowing the lawn, a hot soccer match)
Reduced sweating
Fever or illness
How to Run in the Heat at Runner's World
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7.27.2009
Rock This Look Today...
A little rocker for Monday, but we are loving this look - especially the Tory Burch bag!
7.26.2009
A Beauty Tip That Rocks...
Loose Waves
You'll need to break out the curling iron if you want Hayden Panettiere's sexy, beachy waves. First, section off your hair and secure with clips. Using a large barrel curling iron, curl one section at a time, starting at the bottom and working your way up towards the crown. Then, instead of combing your waves, toss your hair up and down three times and finish with a shine-enhancing hairspray.
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
You'll need to break out the curling iron if you want Hayden Panettiere's sexy, beachy waves. First, section off your hair and secure with clips. Using a large barrel curling iron, curl one section at a time, starting at the bottom and working your way up towards the crown. Then, instead of combing your waves, toss your hair up and down three times and finish with a shine-enhancing hairspray.
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Rock This Look: Guys
Roll up your sleeves and rock this look! We are loving the suspenders and fedora hat on you with a white button down. We're thinking that you will look pretty fly in this, cause some heads to turn and even break a few hearts! Take it for a spin...
7.24.2009
Guys, Check It Out!
Bend Fashion to Your Will
The strategy: Demonstrate you're a leader, not a lemming. Add an irreverent, original element to your outfit that hints (not screams) that you don't break the rules, you make them.
How to pull it off: Keep 90 percent of your look appropriate to the occasion—you're fashionably astute, after all. Then throw on something ballsy. Suede New Balances with a designer suit (no tie) for an event at a swank lounge; a classic tweed jacket over a retro T-shirt for a dinner party; plaid wool pants with a hooded sweatshirt and Chuck T's for a concert.
What she'll think: You have the confidence to do things your way, and the savvy to do them well. You're witty, hip, and a bit of a troublemaker. (That's hot.)
What she'll say: "Nice pants."
Read more: http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/dating_advice/Bend_Fashion_to_Your_Will.php#ixzz0MDHd7QMk
Rock This Look Today: Ripped Jeans
We're loving the look of ripped jeans right now. They are versatile and fun and can add that extra edginess to your outfit. Here's what we're rockin' today with our ripped jeans!
7.21.2009
Don't Forget The Toes - Mango Mango Toes That Is!
Has anyone else been watching this season's Bachelorette? I shamelessly tune in every Monday night to catch the drama and what new piece of information I can pick up, so that I can at least say I learned "something" instead of wasting two hours of my life. From the get go, you know that there are going to be a few creepers in the crew of men selected - I mean out of 30 guys, the odds are pretty good, right? This season has certainly not proved us wrong!
Of all the creepy things that could happen, there has to be a guy with a sick foot fetish - Tanner P.! While his commentary about this obsession made me gag a few times, I must admit to you, he sparked my curiosity about his favorite color, the one that literally makes him weak in the knees, or, the uh, nevermind!
Ladies I present to you...... MANGO MANGO!!
Apparently, ladies, if you are sporting a fresh pedi and have chosen Mango Mango, men will dote and fawn all over you! Really?! Well, I am going to test this little theory out, in fact tomorrow night! I will let you know the outcome!
So my questions for you:
1. Have you ever tried Mango Mango and if so, did you feel more confident and sexy?
2. Do you think men even notice the color of your toes? If so, what is their favorite shade?
3. Have you ever dated or do you date a guy with a similar foot fetish to Tanner P.?
Off to go find some Mango Mango for my toes!
A Beauty Tip That Rocks...
Piecy Hair
There's a fine line between artfully wispy and plain ol' messy hair. Rashida Jones got it right and you can too! First, style your hair as usual, then after rubbing a product like Aveda Control Paste between your fingers to activate it, twirl random pieces of hair using those fingers. The paste helps meld the sections together at the ends creating a pretty, piecey look.
— Polly Blitzer for InStyle
There's a fine line between artfully wispy and plain ol' messy hair. Rashida Jones got it right and you can too! First, style your hair as usual, then after rubbing a product like Aveda Control Paste between your fingers to activate it, twirl random pieces of hair using those fingers. The paste helps meld the sections together at the ends creating a pretty, piecey look.
— Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Rock This Look Today...
A great look for running around....for shopping, the pool, out on the boat. We love the versatility of this Tory Burch tunic!
7.20.2009
Rock This Look Today...
We love this cute Phillip Lim shift dress with the newest kicks from Tory Burch's collection! Try rocking this look today...
7.17.2009
Rock This Look Today...
We're loving this look for today. Denim shorts with a white tank is a classic look this summer. Make it your own with great accessories and some fabulous sandals. Throw in a sassy fedora, and you are sure to turn some heads with this look!
7.16.2009
A Beauty Tip That Rocks...
Pink Cheeks
For a bold flush like Kristen Bell's, use a sheer cheek stain such as Benefit Posietint. Sweep two strokes over the apples of each cheek and gently blend into the skin with two fingers using a circular motion.
- Polly Blitzer for InStyle
For a bold flush like Kristen Bell's, use a sheer cheek stain such as Benefit Posietint. Sweep two strokes over the apples of each cheek and gently blend into the skin with two fingers using a circular motion.
- Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Rock This Look Today: The White Sundress
Today we wanted to go with something very summer worthy - light and flowy, but of course with an edge! Remember those flat boots you bought in the fall? Put them to use with the perfect white sundress. Get creative and add some fun accessories and a simple clutch to complete this fab look.
We even pulled out our pearls for this one!
We even pulled out our pearls for this one!
7.14.2009
Rock This Look Loves Ryan Reynolds
THE GREAT ESCAPE
LIFE AT TOP SPEED CAN TAKE ITS TOLL. ACTOR RYAN REYNOLDS SHOWS HOW TO SHIFT GEARS AND FIND A NEW ROUTE.
BY: SANDRA NYGAARD; PHOTOGRAPHS BY: ART STREIBER
I love the fact that when you're on a motorcycle, riding a motorcycle is the only thing you're doing."
Los Angeles traffic is not typically known for its restorative qualities. But 10 years ago, when Ryan Reynolds first rode a motorcycle on the congested interstate, he knew he'd found bliss. The Canadian actor cruised the center shoulder of the highway while the rest of the suckers were crawling. "For the first time, I could reach anywhere in 20 minutes," he marvels.
It wasn't long before zoning out on a bike also symbolized another kind of freedom. "I love the fact that on a motorcycle, riding a motorcycle is the only thing you're doing," he says. No multitasking, no texting, no rolling meeting in the back of the Benz. Just riding. "I'm not a speed freak pushing the bike at top speeds all over the city. I just like to cruise."
His old Triumph Bonneville doesn't beg for attention with a loud engine or blinding chrome. His leather jacket, T-shirt, and jeans are just as understated. "You can just go about your business in a low-profile way," he says.
It's a welcome contrast to dodging the paparazzi with bride Scarlett Johansson, or preparing for a role. Reynolds has had to add 20 pounds of muscle for Blade: Trinity, explore the emotions of loss in Fireflies in the Garden, and train in swordplay for the upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine. "Shooting a movie isn't a job so much as it is a mission," the 32-year-old actor says. "I develop tunnel vision when I work." Riding is his escape. "You have to be able to bring your heart rate down, and then recharge," he says.
Read more: http://www.menshealth.com/style/tips/ryan-reynolds-motorcycle-enthusiast.php#ixzz0LFvWyDRe&C
Ryan Reynolds: Motorcycle Enthusiast: Men's Health.com
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A Beauty Tip That Rocks...
Creamy Nude Lips
Ready to get naked? There's nothing indecent about it, at least not when it comes to a flesh-tone lip color (a la Michelle Trachtenberg's). Instead of splurging on a new lipstick, makeup artists sometimes dab concealer over balm-coated lips using their finger. The result? Creamy nude lips!
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Ready to get naked? There's nothing indecent about it, at least not when it comes to a flesh-tone lip color (a la Michelle Trachtenberg's). Instead of splurging on a new lipstick, makeup artists sometimes dab concealer over balm-coated lips using their finger. The result? Creamy nude lips!
—Polly Blitzer for InStyle
Rock This Look Today...
The perfect look for today! Turn a little black sundress into anything but plain, with some great accessories and a rockin' attitude. This is great for that morning work meeting over coffee, maybe a quick lunch with friends, or perhaps a day of shopping?
Speaking of shopping, try replicating this whole look for less at a great discount store like TJ Maxx or Marshalls.
Speaking of shopping, try replicating this whole look for less at a great discount store like TJ Maxx or Marshalls.
7.13.2009
Rock This Look Today...
This outfit is the perfect time saver! Try this outfit out for work and then carry it over to the evening as an awesome look for a business dinner or maybe drinks with the girls. Save yourself some time and the pain of having to look for two outfits today.
7.12.2009
Rock This Look Today...
Rock this laid back look for a day of running errands. Grab a canvas tote, a great pair of shades and some comfy, yet chic shoes and you are set for wherever your day takes you. This look is anything but ordinary!
7.11.2009
Rock This Look Today...
If your plans call for some fun in the sun today, try rockin' this look! We are loving this paisley print bikini from D&G paired with a super sassy beach tote. The tote is a perfect fit for all of your sun essentials - sunscreen, beach towel, Smart Water, etc. A great accessory to add to your sun regimen is a hat. Right now you can find hats in all styles and colors. We are big fans of the straw fedora hats - an accessory that you can wear during the day and carry over for a HOT outfit at night.
7.10.2009
Rock This Look Today...
Need some ideas for a hot little number to wear tonight? Try rockin' this look! We're loving the gladiator cage sandals and the Tory Burch clutch!!
Get With The Program: Manscaping
After getting an early start to my Friday with an 8 mile run, some office work and a GIGANTIC cup of coffee, I decided to treat myself to an afternoon of laying poolside in the humid South Carolina heat. So, I throw my bag together - towel, check....sunscreen, check......magazines, check.....and, oh yeah, my Blackberry for Twitter updates of course!!
Naturally, while laying poolside I decide to check out my scenery (and I'm not talking the poolside landscaping folks), I'm talking the man scenery. Of course there are several guys out at the pool today, drinking beer and checking out the chicks. Except for one fine specimen to my 3:00! Heck yeah, I get some eye candy at the pool today - BONUS! That is until he takes his shirt off!
Are you kidding me?!?!?!
How can a HOT guy like this, not understand the concept of manscaping? It is July for crying out loud and the last time I checked about 60 degrees to hot for a sweater. This sweater of course covered the front and back - is it even possible for a man this young to grow this much hair?! I had half a mind to take him a card for my girl Tameka, who would make sure that he was "taken care of" for a minimum of three weeks, but decided against it. I don't think Tameka has enough waxing paper for that one!
So, gentleman.....this blog's for you! If you aren't with the program, get with it and do some manscaping. I promise you cannot go wrong with this decision :)
David Beckham even rocks this look!!
Naturally, while laying poolside I decide to check out my scenery (and I'm not talking the poolside landscaping folks), I'm talking the man scenery. Of course there are several guys out at the pool today, drinking beer and checking out the chicks. Except for one fine specimen to my 3:00! Heck yeah, I get some eye candy at the pool today - BONUS! That is until he takes his shirt off!
Are you kidding me?!?!?!
How can a HOT guy like this, not understand the concept of manscaping? It is July for crying out loud and the last time I checked about 60 degrees to hot for a sweater. This sweater of course covered the front and back - is it even possible for a man this young to grow this much hair?! I had half a mind to take him a card for my girl Tameka, who would make sure that he was "taken care of" for a minimum of three weeks, but decided against it. I don't think Tameka has enough waxing paper for that one!
So, gentleman.....this blog's for you! If you aren't with the program, get with it and do some manscaping. I promise you cannot go wrong with this decision :)
David Beckham even rocks this look!!
7.09.2009
Rock This Look Loves...
A self-proclaimed product junkie, imagine my delight coming across this little gem in the grocery store!
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If you've been working hard and putting in some serious sweat sessions this summer, try coconut water post-workout for an amazing boost! Coconut water has the five essential electrolytes that your body needs - potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium and phosphorous. There is more potassium than a banana and 15 times more than the leading sports drink! Consider me sold :)
We are also loving the motivation and accountability from the new online Personal Trainer from the folks at Runner's World. Try logging in your workouts and nutrition, set your goals and follow your progress towards a rockin' new look!!
\If you've been working hard and putting in some serious sweat sessions this summer, try coconut water post-workout for an amazing boost! Coconut water has the five essential electrolytes that your body needs - potassium, sodium, magnesium, calcium and phosphorous. There is more potassium than a banana and 15 times more than the leading sports drink! Consider me sold :)
We are also loving the motivation and accountability from the new online Personal Trainer from the folks at Runner's World. Try logging in your workouts and nutrition, set your goals and follow your progress towards a rockin' new look!!
Rock This Look Today...
We think this is the perfect little outfit for a summer BBQ. Show off those sunkissed legs with this sweet number!
Ladies, Love the Skin You Are In
No matter the skin you are in, step out this summer with confidence and enjoy family and friends. With the warm months still ahead, there are plenty of opportunities to be social.
Stay tuned for tips and advice on how to be your most confident and beautiful self this summer! It all starts and ends with you!
Our swimsuit inspiration this month....Marissa MIller!
Get Marissa's rockin' abs with our favorite yoga move this month - The Boat!
Works core, back, hip flexors
Sit on the sand with your knees bent and your feet flat and together on the sand. Place your right hand behind your right knee and your left hand behind your left knee. Keeping your knees bent, raise your lower legs until your calves are parallel to the ground (A). Hold for five to 15 breaths. Lower your feet to the sand and rest for five breaths. Next, start the same way, but when you lift your feet, straighten your legs completely so your body forms a V. Raise your arms straight in front of you to shoulder height, palms facing each other (B). Hold for five to 15 breaths. Lower your legs and rest for five breaths. Repeat.
6.15.2009
Linen & Denim
A white linen tank always looks great paired with denim. Try this look on this summer. Add a beautiful scarf and preppy handbag to complete the look!
Leather in Summer?
I've often been asked - Can you wear leather in the summer? Why yes you can! Here is a great way to pair that leather motorcycle jacket hidden in the back of your closet, with a light summer dress and sandals. Very rocker!!! We are loving this look...
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