As summer is coming to a close and the cooler weather begins to roll in, we Fashionistas will be facing that weather transition challenge: dressing for the cooler weather in the morning and the warmer weather in the afternoon. Can be tricky, no? So I’ve put together a great transition outfit, courtesy of Target.com, one of my favorite shop-stops. A sexy but sweet short-sleeved, gray sweater dress paired with black slouchy boots, and a draped cardigan for the cool morning or cool evening. I added a black handbag with silver hardware to add some playfulness.  

 

 Mossimo Supply Co. Sweater Dress $29.99            MB Drapery Cardigan $24.99

 

                        Mossimo Kat Tall Boots $34.99                                    Angie Lola tote $49.99

I’ll tell you what her secret is: a fantastic bra! I was chatting with my good friend Michele today and she suggested I write about the importance of wearing a good bra. What is a good bra, you may ask. Well, Michele and I believe a good bra fits well, gives you the support you need and does it all while being super sexy. Where can one find such a bra? Where else but Victoria’s Secret?!

I know what some of you may think when you hear Victoria’s Secret: $$$.  And rightfully so, as VS bras do cost more than a bra you may pick up at a department store. But when you think of the life span of your bras, paying a little more for a good one makes sense. Besides, can you really put a price on comfort?

Victoria’s Secret website offers so many types of bras that it can be somewhat overwhelming to choose which is best for you. Michele and my suggestion would be to first visit a VS store and have a sales lady there measure you; you may think you know your bra size but you’d be surprised to find out that many women are wearing the wrong size, which can explain the discomfort they have when wearing a bra. Wearing the the bra size that is the absolute closest to the size of your “girls” can literally change your life! If you don’t happen to have a VS store near you to be measured at, you can use their Bra Guide to help you find which size (and style) is best for you.

You can shop by the VS collections, such as Very Sexy, Body by Victoria, BioFit Uplift, Classic Push-Up, Victoria’s Secret Pink, ect., and you can also shop by style, such as Demi, Full Coverage, Wireless, Convertible & Strapless, ect. They also offer a Bridal Collection for all you wives-to-be out there who wanna feel super sexy on your wedding day and look super sexy on your honeymoon. Give that hubby of yours a wedding night he’ll never forget!

They have many more brands and styles listed on the site. Prices range from about about $34-$58 depending on collection/style/price. 

 Check out the 100-Way Strapless Convertible Bra and the 100 ways to wear it below (click on the “ways to wear it” picture to enlarge it).

 

Thanks, Michele! Love ya!

L'Oreal HiP Intrepid

L’Oreal HiP Intrepid

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

…L’Oreal HiP Shocking Shadow Pigments.  This high intensity pigment eye shadow comes in a small container with a sifter and its own professional applicator brush.  There are 12 shimmery shades to choose from and can be worn alone or mixed together to create your own hue.  My favorite shade is Intrepid (see photos), which is a mix of two sparkling powders in olive green and dark plum.  When applied, the two shades blend together creating an iridescent look on your lids; different lighting and angles will highlight each of the colors. The great thing about this shadow is that you can determine the intensity of the color by how much or little you apply. I wear Intrepid lightly to accentuate my green eyes and or I apply it heavier when I’m going for a dramatic smokey-eye look.

You can get L’Oreal HiP Shocking Shadow Pigments for $10-$12 at most department and drug stores where L’Oreal cosmetics are sold. To see other colors or get more information, please visit the L’Oreal website.