Manicure Confidence

Lets admit it. There is certain sparkle freshly manicured nails add to your confidence.  Looking down at that amazing new color you picked out every time you turn your wheel while driving, whip out your phone to text, reply to emails during your hectic work day or pick up your coffee from the barista... well, it almost makes you feel giddy- am I right ladies? Being properly groomed gives your confidence a boots and sparkle (sometimes literally).

The real topic here is, it's an expensive habit. Manicures, pedicures, make up, hair cuts, waxing...  it adds up. It's helpful to make cuts whenever possible. So, during the winter months I try to keep my manicures and pedicures to a minimum. I recently came across an amazing polish that gives the smooth, elegant look of a professional gel manicure. 

The product- Sally Hansen Nail Growth Miracle ( I am currently sporting the "Fearless fog"). 

You can pick this product up at your local drug store for $8 or less. 

Suggestion:  Book Club, Nail Club. We all love a girls night  filled with wine and your current tv show addiction. (Scandal anyone?!) Have everyone bring a shade, trade colors, etc. It's a great way to keep up with fashion at a price you can afford. Plus, you're going to need a friend to paint that one hand/ nail that always seems difficult. 

Enjoy! 

3 Winter Must Haves

As a native Marylander I find that the winter months and dry air can be extremely harsh on skin, especially your face. Unfortunately, dry skin can quickly lead to a domino effect. Make up doesn't lay quite as smooth, skin tone isn't as even and your glow seems to be a bit dimmer. Here are my 3 must have products to beat the harsh, dry winter air...

1. Clinique Moisture Surge. This gel- based lotion is so light weight feels like water, you can feel your skin soak it in. It can be used it in the morning, during the day and/or before bed. It leaves your skin feeling like silk and glowing. I even use it before putting on my moisturizing foundation for the day.

$37 

( 1.7 oz, this usually last about 2-3 months, depending on how frequently you use it.)

2. Benefit High Beam- creating the natural glow. We all love the sun-kissed look that the summer sun gives us. Why miss it if you don't have to? Here is the answer- High Beam by benefit, this product is a a very pale pink with a subtle shimmer that create a sparkling, barely there glow. I stumbled upon this product and absolutely LOVE it. Dab a small amount on your check bones, blend it in and enjoy your glow. It is a great alternative to blush or a great enhancement to your blush of choice. 

$26

3. The Lip Scrub, by Sara Happ. Time to pucker up! That is until you remember those dry, cracked lips that can be painful and less than attractive. This seem to be a reoccurring problem with temporary fixes- until now. Massage your lips firmly with the exfoliating scrub to removing all of the dead skin and making way for the fresh, vibrant layer beneath! You now have a smooth, even canvas to add your perfect lip stick shade or your every day chap-stick.

$24 

(Can be found at Nordstrom) 

Hello, Beautiful

" I believe in manicures. I believe in Pink. I believe that laughing is the best calorie burner. I believe in kissing, kissing a lot. I believe in being strong when everything seems to be going wrong. I believe that happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day and I believe in miracles."

 - Audrey Hepburn

A true inspiration for all things beautiful.

This blog will be about all things beautiful. From clothing, make up, jewelry and fashion to styling your home, trendy restaurants and staying fit. All women are beautiful and deserve to feel beautiful. I find we need a universal space to share our ideas, finds, accomplishments, and goals- whatever they may be. 

"Your attitude determines your altitude".