LA Bound – what’s in my beauty bag

The beauty bag used to be larger than my computer bag.  Thanks to years of travels to fashion week and figuring out what I can get by without, I can travel smarter and lighter.  However this is an L.A. trip to a conference of fashion and beauty blogging peers – so no holds barred! Before…

LA Bound – My Must Have Gear & Gadgets List

Travel woes: You know how when you are planning and budgeting for a trip, and you figure out a way to swing it, staying just under budget?  Then the whole damned well-meaning plans blow up in your face?  Yeah…me too. With just under a week to go I’ve suddenly put a fire under my booty…

My favorite things: Junque Drawer Boutique

One of my favorite places in the WHOLE world (and my boys love it too)  had just what I needed hunted down a few more accessories for my trip to LA next week. I LOVE LOVE my new ring!!!  Don’t you? You will flip when you know how much I paid for it! I went…

Press on nails, are you serious?

Yes my pretties…I am addicted to press on nails. I cannot, not matter how I try, grow my nails to equal lengths and keep polish on for more than one day. I also find it hard to decide on one color for any length of time and I really can’t wait long enough for the…

Easter Eye-Candy

Easter conjures thoughts of bunnies, chocolates, jelly beans, and family, but to me it also meant I was able to get a brand new dress. The idea of the Easter dress begins at a young age for any little girl, but I would like to believe it doesn’t have to end there!  I still get…

Pretty Pretty Prints – the skirt

You must get at least one floral print skirt this season!  I went virtual shopping to help you find some cuties and go from Luxe to Less for some budget friendly comparisons: This skirt shape is actually one that most body types can wear.  It hides if you need something hidden, however for those with…