It's my Birthday!!

I'll be taking a little "me" time lol but I shall return on wednesday with some goodies :) You only turn 22 once, right? I'm off to have fun!

Baby Phat Spring Line 2008

I'm not exactly sure how I feel about Kimora's Baby Phat line. Maybe if it weren't for that damned cat all over EVERYTHING it would be okay. Just okay. I definitely don't love it though. I respect Kimora's hustle if anything. That chick will not stop. That's how everyone should be...just not with ridiculous logos smothering everything. Eh, I toss Baby Phat in the same pile with Roca Wear and Apple Bottoms. Next!
Anyway, check out these photos from Baby Phat's 2008 spring line.

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Bag Flash

Unfortunately, I have to attend a funeral today :'( So I may not get to post a "real" post until tomorrow. In the mean time, check out this yummy bag that's definitely on my wish list!


Antonia Patent

"Black patent leather shoulder bag with gold hardware. Zac Posen bag has a strap on each side, a flap opening compartment on front, a zip fastening across top, a small pocket at base, gray suede lining, signature hexagonal detailing and comes with a gold tinted mirror. "

Yes, I love it! It's absolutely fabulous. The gold hardware gives it such a touch of class. As for the $1,200.00 price tag? Eh, not up my alley in the least...but a girl can dream cant she?
Stay beautiful ladies.

Thursday Tips: Effortless Beauty

What do Halle Berry, Joy Bryant and Nia Long have in common, besides the obvious career choice? All three of them have a wonderful glow about them. They can all pull off this naturally beautiful look with ease. I know they have the advantage of being absolutely gorgeous...but so do you! That's why I'm going to give you bombshells a few tips on how to snag this radiant look for yourself.

Okay, first lets determine which look you want to achieve. Joy Bryant's look is absolutely natural with as little makeup as possible, while Nia Long has a more glamorous natural look going, and Hall Berry is right in the middle. Not too glam and not too bare.


Let's start with the mommy-to-be, Halle Berry...

1.Start out with a basic concealer, don't be afraid of concealer. It's your friend, trust me. You'll want to dot the concealer under your eyes where there tends to be a dark shadow and or dark circles. Dab the concealer on any blemishes or pimples you may have as well. Next, blend it in to the skin gently.

2.Now get your cosmetic sponge, (I like the cheap wedges, their disposable) or foundation brush and dab just a little foundation under you eyes in the same fashion as the concealer, dot your cheeks, forehead, nose, chin, jawline, and lightly dab your eyelids as well. Putting a little foundation on your eyelids gives your eyeshadow something to grab on to.

3.Blend it into the skin well.

4.For Halle's perfect eyes, use a black eyeliner on the top lid only. Let's not outline the entire lid. Start from the middle of your eyelid, get as close to the lashes as possible and draw a straight line. No cat-like extension beyond the eye please.

5.Use a very sheer pearl shadow on your lids. A gold tone will work best for this look. Use an eyeshadow brush and apply the shadow to your lids up to the crease only. Swipe a bit of gold shadow on your lower lid as well for a slight highlight. Then top it off with a black water-proof mascara.

6.For nude lips simply pick a sheer nude lip gloss and apply it.



Next up is the lovely Miss Joy Bryant...

1.Joy's look is uber-simple. Start out with a tinted moisturizer, and apply it to your face just as you would any other moisturizer.

2.Apply a coat of black water-proof mascara to your lashes. Top and bottom.

3.Apply eyeshadow with an eyeshadow brush. Try a sheer pink, lilac or mauve.

4.Joy is wearing a very sheer blush. Try CoverGirl, Pretty Peach and apply it to the apples of your cheeks. Find your apples by smiling, the part of your cheek that rises, the one your grandma pinches? Those are your apples. Apply the blush very lightly and blend it in well.

5.Go for the nude lips and use a lip gloss instead of lipstick. You're done!



For the more glamorous natural look, go for Miss Nia.

1.Start out with concealer again. Just as you did for Halle's look. Dot under the eyes, on your blemishes and blend in with your fingers.

2.Use a light foundation (Maybelline has a line called Pure Makeup made with water) and apply it to your face just at you read for Halle's look. Also, extend the application to your neck, just where the shadow falls. Blend it in well.

3.Since Nia's look is more glam, you'll need to use a black eyeliner and line both your top and bottom lids. For the bottom, line the inside rim gently, while looking in a mirror, draw a line, following your lid's contour from the corner to the outter edge.

4.Apply a mauve or medium purple eyeshadow to your top lids. Apply the shadow to the crease and bring it up slightly above it so the shadow doesn't hide behind your lashes when you open your eyes.

5.Apply black, water-proof mascara to your top and bottom lashes.

6.Nia is also wearing a light blush. Pick out a sheer, neutral color and lightly dust the apples of your cheeks then blend it in gently with a brush. It may help to use a circular motion.

7.More nude lips. You know the deal. Pick a nude gloss and apply.

8.To get Nia's shimmery look, use a loose powder bronzer on your face last. To apply it, use the applicator that comes with the bronzer. Tap the brush/poof on the side of the jar, or into your hand and shake off any excess powder, then lightly dust your face, neck and any other exposed areas like the shoulders.

Now go out and stun the world with your natural glow and beautiful face! Stay beautiful ladies.

Tee Off!

Who doesn't love a great graphic tee? I know I do. Especially the vintage ones that take me down a mid-80's memory lane. With so many of our favorite childhood characters, TV shows, board games, and popular sayings printed on these ultra-soft, brushed cotton tees, who knows which shirts to pick? I personally want them all whenever I see them! Here are some very adorable vintage and non-vintage ones I found while cruising my favorite online stores.



Sesame Street Faces Striped Orange Tee



Girl Next Door Tee



Sex Pistols Letter Tee



Barbie Batwing Tee



80's My Little Pony Tee



Audio Blast Tee



Monopoly Money Tee



Star Paint Splatter Tee



Mario & Yoshi Tee



Women's Armed Tee



Try this:

Tri-Color Clubs Bracelet




Vintage Flat Door Knockers



Glitter Bangle



Gumball Necklace


Style Tips:
*Spruce your vintage tee/jeans look up with a men's suit vest
*Planning on wearing sneakers with your fly tee? Pick a pair of straight leg jeans.
*Wear a pair of bold colored shades to give your retro look an extra push
*Pull your hair back in a pony tail for that celebrity fresh look

Oh No Honey: Beyonce

Alright, it seems we have a special birthday edition of; Oh No Honey, featuring Miss Beyonce Knowles. Now I hate to give my fellow Virgo the side eye, but it's necessary if we're going to move past this atrocity right here. Beyonce is pictured below arriving at Macy's Herald Square, back in August. I'm not sure what the occasion was but don't you think it would have been kind for Mama Tina to tap her daughter and say: "Oh no honey" Well had I been Beyonce's mother, I would have tackled her behind Superbowl style to stop her from walking out of the house in this dress. The color, and the cut do absolutely nothing for her curvy frame. The big satin bow gives it a country-gone-wrong twist, and the pockets...don't get me started on the pockets! It makes the dress puff out horribly.
...and are those the marching band tights the baton twirlers rocked to keep their legs warm while they paraded around in glittery outfits? Girl stop.
Now before you Beyonce lovers try to kill me, I will say this: her make-up and hair are perfect. On point as usual. And I have nothing against her... But this dress? It has to go!

DIY: Men's Wear

Hey everyone! Hope your holiday was eventful. Mine was a boring one unfortunately. But now I'm back, so on with the posting :)

(Alice Roi 2007 Fall Show)

One of the many hot looks to grace the fall runways was the menswear look. Yes, androgen is here with a fierceness that it's never had before. So, allow me to give you bombshells a few tips on how to pull this fabulous, chic look off.

Alright, this DIY project will require a little store hunting on your part, that is if you don't want to spend an arm and a leg trying to look effortless. You'll notice that in this post I completely neglect the links back to the items listed...because I want you to do it yourself! Go out and find that perfect outfit for you.

We'll start off with a pair of basic jeans:

(Super High-Rise Skinny Jean)

(Madison Wide Leg Jean)

You may start off with either jean to achieve this look.

Next you'll want to browse your local thrift shops and or second hand stores to find a men's button down shirt. Preferably white, its crisp and simple. You'll want to definitely try the shirt on to see how it fits you. Go for a slightly loose fit, and its perfectly normal for the sleeves to swallow your arms. We'll get into that later...

(White Button Down Shirt)

Now that you've got yourself a nice crisp white button down shirt, you'll need a men's suit vest. Something simple, in a dark color like black, charcoal, or navy will do just fine. It'll look great in contrast with the white shirt.

(Black Men's Suit Vest)

Lastly, you'll need a fedora hat or a news boy cap, also in a dark color.

(Black Newsboy Cap)

Now, lets put this outfit together, shall we?

When you put the button down shirt on, as I said before it will be loose, or it should be. Tuck the shirt in and let it pillow over the waist of your jeans just a little. If you're not comfortable with tucking the shirt in, then simply grab yourself a shirt that fits a little more snugly and leave it un-tucked! Next you'll want to roll those super long sleeves up about 3 inches above your wrists. It gives you room for girly accessories like bracelets and link watches. Leave a few buttons on the shirt open, just a few...maybe three. Let's not showcase the girls. Next put on your suit vest and make sure you leave it open. Top it off with your fedora or news boy cap, and pull your hair back in a ponytail, or tuck it behind your ears. Voila! Menswear in an effortless, bombshell fashion.

Use the pictures I posted as a reference guide and have fun shopping for your perfect menswear look. Stay beautiful ladies!