tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26022686717845101022024-03-13T05:03:55.718-07:002 Strong Girls Couture And Morefashion, fitness, food, & frenzyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04516240412718091250noreply@blogger.comBlogger135125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-76143808213801279092017-02-28T13:24:00.002-08:002017-02-28T13:24:31.596-08:00Mineral Bath, Roosevelt Baths and Spa, Saratoga Springs, NYIn January, Erin and I, along with our mutual friend "J" all got together for a girls' overnight. It was J's and my first overnight as moms and Erin somehow convinced both of us to go AND coordinated the whole trip. Erin had heard about mineral baths in Saratoga Springs, New York. Saratoga Springs is a cute little historic town where the Roosevelt Baths and Spa is along with the National Museum of Dance. It's only about three hours from us so just the right distance for an overnight. I didn't know a whole lot about mineral baths before our trip. I read that they help soothe inflammation within the body, aid digestion, and are very relaxing. I was sold when I read "relaxing.' <br />
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Our baths were scheduled for 4pm at the Roosevelt Baths and Spa. We had trouble finding the building and once we got there we were a little rushed. I was a little apprehensive because I didn't know what to expect. I'd packed a bathing suit because I wasn't sure if it was a large, public bathing area or what. I was happy that each bath is done privately in a large, private bath tub.. Massages are done in the same rooms so there are massage tables near the tubs. The tubs didn't look fancy as I would have expected at a spa but that was ok. The rooms are dark for relaxation and I was also surprised to see that the bath water was dark and kind of murky from the minerals in the water. The spa attendant warned us about the water but it was still shocking to see and be in at first. I couldn't see the bottom and that kind of freaked me out. It took me about ten minutes in the tub, which was thankfully warm, to relax. The mineral bath was naturally effervescent and had an odor. It wasn't unpleasant, just different. I'm not going to lie, for the first ten minutes in the bath I was not relaxed or comfortable at all. I couldn't get past the water not being clear and the there was a lot of noise from the other rooms and people in the hallway. Then suddenly magic happened! I utterly, totally and completely relaxed. It was pure bliss. My mind let go, my body floated, the bubbly water felt like heaven in the tub. For a half hour i relished every second of the deep relaxation I was in. Almost a month later and I am still day dreaming about the awesomeness in those thirty minutes. If you ever get the opportunity to check out the Roosevelt Baths and Spa, I highly recommend you do so. It's affordable, at $40 for a forty minute bath, and the other spa services were competitively priced. I didn't get a massage or any other spa services, but the sauna and relaxation room were nice. You can find booking information <a href="http://www.gideonputnam.com/pages/hot-package?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=SARATOGA&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=CjwKEAiAuc_FBRD7_JCM3NSY92wSJABbVoxBr8dA7wrOj7SlbmBda49VaVLgUVnUaDqux1eCbvIyrxoChZDw_wcB">here</a>. <br />
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<br />2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-57041502374350657122017-01-24T11:21:00.003-08:002017-01-24T12:09:25.543-08:002017 Michelle2017 is here and it's my year to rebuild myself. So much happened in 216 and I lost track of my needs and good habits. It's time for restoration and rebuilding...maybe even a new start in some ways. <br />
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One of the ways I am taking back me and my life is to take a few minutes each day to myself. I squeeze 5-10 minutes when I can and sit quietly with a mug of green tea. Green tea has antioxidants and the quiet time really helps me recharge. I add a little local honey too for sweetness and the local bees' pollen helps with my allergies. I feel so much better after I have my tea and "having tea" everyday sounds fancy and happy. I just adore that time of day. <br />
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I'm also trying to strengthen my hair. The past couple of years were rough on it and I lost a ton of hair after having my son. I am finally feeling more like myself and getting my hair back into good shape is important to my image and confidence. I know it sounds superficial but being self conscious about my hair loss really affected me. I am trying to make sure it stays healthy, conditioning with coconut oil weekly, and taking Biotin for growth. The waiting game is rough. I can't wait to be able to have a messy bun again. Grow hair! Grow!<br />
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I am easing back into my fitness routine. I am back in ballet once a week and trying to get to yoga weekly too. Last year I moved to rural Pennsylvania and being far from a gym is seriously killing my fitness routine. I want so badly to get to the gym but being so far away, and the crazy winter weather, don't make that easy. Instead I am trying to squeeze in squats, planks, and as much movement as possible. At least walking the dog in my hilly neighborhood is a good cardio workout! <br />
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Life is about the journey, right? What are you all up to? Comment below and let me know!<br />
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attire, and even tasteful home décor have been doing clothing hauls straight
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have been considred #1 dork over the past few years has now returned among the
top trends. In awkward middle school
days, in the late 90s some of these were acceptable but added to the awkward
look of acne faced teens. I’m waiting
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Actually I think I will wing out the hair left of part by my ear and do
the big U shaped hair hardened with hair spray on the right of my side part.
This way I will be the trend setter before it takes shape in the months to come.
Adidas pants were not cool just a short item ago, underwhelming compared to
Lululemon, Lorna Jane, Under Armor, Nike, Carbon 38, Alo yoga, Bombshell brands
and more. The fact that pants sold at
Costco have just returned to high fashion all of a sudden is great for our
wallets, especially if you still have your 90s tees. I am waiting for the EXP
inside out sweatshirts to make their return.
When I was in high school, fashion wasn’t a big deal. Abercrombie & Fitch started a bit more
emphasis on brands, but baggy jeans and flannel shirts were in fashion and that
was that. <br /><br />I hope children growing
up now will have a harder time being unpopular based on their clothing since
everything is or just was a trend.
Chokers, velvet, suede, fur, short jeans, tight jeans, flare jeans,
boyfriend jeans, every toe shape on a shoe, patent leather, all are trendy, so
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be able to pull them off without my braces, pimples, and ill fitting bongo jeans
rolled up. If champion sweatshirts return with white turtlenecks, I just can’t
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The night of Monday September 12th was filled with more than the typical hustle and bustle of New York because it was New York Fashion Week! I arrived at Pier 81, conveniently next to the ferry I hitched a ride from across the Hudson River to attend the Chasing Sunsets 2017 Fashion Show. I boarded a 160ft yacht, known as the "Fish Bar," in honor of the brand's designer Margaux's father Freddy and his love for the ocean, fishing, and travel. Every guest was adorned in trendy New York fashion, both daring yet simple, showcasing each attendees individual style. I took in every sight and sound of the city as the sun was slowly setting. Back home, Michelle and I are the only out-of-the box-ers, risking fashion trends that stand out from the ordinary within our circle of friends in the country towns where we reside. On Monday night, my eyes widened with delight as I saw individualism and personality all around me, including what I call <i>hammer pants</i> paired with pointy toe stilettos, a high waisted tea length circle skirt paired with a sheer cami and caged chunky heeled booties, and more unique pairings which add to New York's lively energy. After checking in with the guest list attendee, we were escorted on board and toured the 3 level yacht. We settled in at the bar listening to a live singer, hired just for the event. We were enjoying the ambiance where we were anxious to get the first ever look at the Spring Summer 2017 collection by clothing brand Karma For A Cure by Margaux. I have multiple items from Karma's SS16 line and the soft high quality fabrics are ever-lasting. Her Fall/Winter 2016 should soon be available at <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=http://www.KarmaForAcure.com&source=gmail&ust=1474501049623000&usg=AFQjCNGoSlZ7IIh0xywRsf4jugPHfVi7Qw" href="http://www.karmaforacure.com/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.KarmaForACure.com</a> come October and I will be checking daily for it's arrival, as well as checking boutiques that carry the <span style="color: #202020; line-height: 24px; text-align: center;">elevated resort-wear made to set sail and chase the sun.</span> The event was hosted by Hooch, and after the show, we gathered on the top deck as the yacht set sail for a tour of the beautiful New York skyline. With wine in hand, the city lights shined bright, & it was an exquisite event with exquisite fashion. Take a look!</span><br />
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I used the bistro's recipe as an inspiration and think I came pretty close! Here is a list of ingredients:<br />
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1 pound of ground turkey<br />
1 14oz can or 2 cups of chicken broth<br />
2 cups of water<br />
2-3 cups of kale, washed and torn<br />
1 can of crushed tomatoes<br />
1 cup of sliced carrots<br />
1 cup of sliced celery<br />
1 teaspoon of minced garlic<br />
1 teaspoon of onion powder<br />
1 table spoon of seasoned salt<br />
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This is super easy to make and doesn't need too long to simmer. First you'll need to brown the turkey. While that's browning combine the water, broth and crushed tomatoes together in a large pot on medium heat. Add the celery, carrots, and seasonings. Those will need to simmer. When the turkey is done, drain it and combine it with the rest in the pot. Let everything simmer together until the vegetables are cooked. Once everything else is done, add the kale and let it wilt into the soup. It only needs to cook for 3-4 minutes max. That's it!<br />
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I know we are into Spring time now so you might be tired of soup, but this one is lean and pairs well with a salad or light sandwich. I hope you enjoy! <br />
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2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-27600583453677051282016-02-15T18:10:00.002-08:002016-02-15T18:10:54.844-08:00Michelle's Favorite Drug Store BuysEveryone loves a good deal. I am always on the hunt for ways to save money but aren't we all? One of the ways I try and save money on my beauty and hygiene products is by purchasing as many as I can at drug stores rather than buying more upscale brands.<br />
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I love Lush's Karma Kreme, which you can read about <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/02/lush-cosmetics-review.html">here,</a> but I also buy more inexpensive lotions too. One of my favorites is Cocoa Butter by Hollywood Beauty.It also has vitamin E and is very thick and nurturing. It's wonderful on eczema and a good makeup remover in a pinch. It's about $5 and a really good value.<br />
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face." Sam has oily skin like I do, so I take her word on all her
reviews, even more than the word of professional makeup artists. Sam
recommended Becca Brighener for under the eyes. I had never tried a Becca
product before, even though I know the Becca highlighters were all the rage.
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basement bin where my makeup was stored prior to purchasing the Alex drawers.
That aside, I didn't know which Becca highlighter to pick, why it was so
expensive, or why I needed to be highlighted to begin with. I had no
desire to look like Edward Cullen in the sunlight, blinding people in the
Target parking light from the light reflecting off of the $30 something dollar
sparkles I took time applying to my cheekbones. I knew 'strobing' was the
new facial trend, creating a dewy look that looked natural but wasn't, but I'm
not a follower of each and every trend. I think Michelle would tend to
agree that we each walk to the beat of our own drum, sometimes with inspiration
from fellow fashionistas and sometimes from our own unique creative flares. We
both would be more likely than 99% of our friends to walk out in public with an
'abnormal' look, yet don't confirm to the replications of every trend of the
moment in beauty and fashion. If that was the case, in just the last 2
seasons we would have gone from blue hair to Kylie lip color, to pink hair, to
silver grey hair to vamp lip, and from tanned brown contoured cheeks to
glistening dewy pale skin, from double lined winged eyes to no wing, from
eyelash extensions and denim culottes to pierced noses and chins and plaid
shirts. I digress. I didn't know which Becca brightener to buy
since Jaclyn Hill's was sold out so I bought none. No go on the
highlighter for me, but I trust Sam and I decided to splurge on her
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I came across this piece while 'browsing.' It's not something I had seen before and if someone described it, I wouldn't be interested. my eyes narrowed in on it though, I stopped scrolling, and took another look. I probably liked that it was different. Of course my eclectic mind added a different look. I pictured it with over-the-knees boots and a smokey eye with nude lip. I thought of all the denim pieces that were just too much of a <i>reach</i> to be stylish, such as Michelle's post of <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/07/denim-jumpsuits-are-always-nofollow-us.ht">denim jumpsuits</a>, the long denim skirts, the short denim skirts that came and quickly left the fashion scene, but I didn't care. You may also remember from my fringe post<a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/10/do-you-cringe-upon-fringe.htm"> here</a> that I hold a strong opinion against the ever so popular jean jacket. <br /><br />This piece stuck out to me. It looked comfortable too. I found the doppelganger first, but it turned out I had stumbled across a close dup to the Alexa Chung Pixie Dress by Adriano Goldschmied, a highly sought after piece with a high price tag, which I'll show you first. Sidenote: I'm a huge fan of AG's jeans!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04516240412718091250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-26939798132224986252016-01-13T09:00:00.001-08:002016-01-16T06:06:22.350-08:00Allergen Friendly CupcakesCupcakes are one of my favorite things in the world. Cupcakes are yummy, fun and always put me in a happy mood. Cupcakes might not be the healthiest thing around but for celebrations and treats, they are my go too. Recently my son, now three months, was dignosed with severe food allergies. Hopefully he outgrows them but for the time being I had to remove the "Top 8" allergens from my diet while breast feeding. The Top 8 Allergens are: dairy, soy, shell fish, fish, tree nuts, peanuts, eggs and wheat. We were already an allergy family, avoiding dairy, soy, shell fish and fish so I wasn't entirely worried about removing gluten and eggs. Boy was I wrong! It was a shock at first and now, two weeks later, I am finally getting used to it. <br />
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One thing that has made it easier is that I know of a local farmer's market that has a vendor selling allergy friendly cupcakes. The Mo'Pweeze Bakery offers cupcakes that are vegan and do not have any of the Top 8 Allergens in them. They are delicious! I could make my own cupcakes but I am a terrible baker. Knowing that I can pick up a weekly treat for myself has made this whole experience easier. Also, if I made my own cupcakes then I would definitely eat more than one a week! <br />
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I have been getting Mo'Pweeze cupcakes for my family and I several months now. They are always fresh and tasty. I prefer some flavors over others but that would be true of any cupcakes. I have probably had most of the flavors already. Two of my favorites are Moo's Choco Choc which is a chocolate cupcake with chocolate frosting. The chocolate flavor is rich without being over bearing. The chocolate frosting is delicious! I also like Jamaican me Crazy Blue Velvet. It's just a fun cupcake! I actually got one this past weekend at the farmer's market:<br />
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<br />2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-60617173811932537422016-01-04T14:32:00.001-08:002016-01-05T04:31:17.632-08:00Michelle's LimeCrime ReviewI had heard a little about Lime Crime lipsticks in 2014 but Erin was the one who convinced me to look into them. Lime Crime is a makeup brand that focuses on dramatic and untraditional lip colors. Lime Crime features blues, greens, and purples amongst other daring shades. The founder, Doe Deere, is said to have started the line because she was tired of seeing all the same colors available. For me, brightly colored lipstick is something fun but not necessarily a staple in my makeup bag. I have been experimenting more lately and getting more confident wearing colors aside from cranberry and red. So when I saw Erin in one of Lime Crime's pink shades and she swore that it lasted "forever," I knew that I needed to try it. Read Erin's review <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/02/lipstick-that-lasts-so-long-its-crime.html">here.</a><br />
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Erin and I took advantage of Lime Crime's Black Friday sale to combine shipping. I love makeup products and trying new things but I am less likely to try something new if I can't easily return it to a store or it's not refundable. Lime Crime does not allow exchanges but you can get a refund or store credit within 30 days, minus shipping fees back to them of course. I was glad that Erin told me about their sale!<br />
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<br />2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-40248282761961843272015-12-14T08:11:00.001-08:002015-12-14T08:11:03.817-08:00Lusting over LUSH<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
After all this time and gifting multiple products by LUSH, I finally used LUSH myself for the first time, thanks to Michelle! We met for brunch, which we often do, and she surprised me with an unbelievable gift! I have to say the presentation wrapping was GORG! What a fun way to wrap a gift!</div>
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The gift wrapped in a headwrap, in my favorite aqua color I might add, contained 4 LUSH products! <br />
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I thought the bath bombs would be my most loved products, but the smell of the Karma Kream is delightful! It is pathouli scented but it reminds me of an orange scent and it's so refreshing! I keep it on my nightstand, which I never did keep lotion there before, but I love applying it before I go to sleep to put me in a happy calming place before I drift off to sleep for the night. The Santa Belly jelly soap was enjoyable but nothing to repurchase, as it didn't lather all that much and I kept dropping little red jelly pieces all over the shower floor. I also didn't know if it was true soap since I barely got any lather so I used normal soap after as well. The smell was an apple like scent in my opinion. Children may enjoy it more for the texture and fun gold stars within. </div>
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Such a thoughtful gift and I loved it!!</div>
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Visit your store for the smells and the latest rotation of bath bombs offered, as well as demonstrations, and choose a git set already made if you so desire. LUSH can be purchased in your local store or at <a href="http://www.lushusa.com/">www.lushusa.com</a>.</div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04516240412718091250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-7502813289221557572015-12-12T05:38:00.000-08:002015-12-16T04:38:07.574-08:00Too Faced Born This Way- Michelle's ReviewI feel like the world has been talking about Too Faced's Born This Way foundation recently. Erin even tried it and reviewed it which you can read <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/10/too-faced-born-this-way-foundation.html">about here.</a> I am always skeptical of foundation reviews because they normally don't apply to me, as I have freckles and can't use medium or full coverage foundation. However, reviewers, Erin and other bloggers raved about it so much that I had to try it. <br />
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Here are my thoughts about it! The bottle is beautiful and it cute enough to keep out to admire. I tried it and as I feared, but tried to ignore, the coverage is too much for freckled skin. However, it feels luxurious, blends easily with fingers or a makeup sponge and is gorgeous on. My skin did look fresh even though the full coverage covered my freckles too much. I did find that it settled into my fine lines after a few hours. I would have to wear it with primer to help combat the whole wrinkles thing and reblend it around my eyes as the day goes on. That's true for lots of makeup though. I had hoped that this magical, raved about foundation would not require primer. In my mind such a foundation exists and I will continue to search for it. </div>
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2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-84099691525848765632015-12-07T06:53:00.002-08:002015-12-09T04:19:51.756-08:00MAC vs Purlisse BB CreamI have red hair and freckles so finding foundation is always a challenge. Some formulas are too heavy and cover my freckles too much leaving a huge difference between the appearance of freckles on my face and the rest of my body. I refer to this is "freckle muting." Freckle muting is a no in my life. Nothing looks more unnatural than muted freckles on my face and the freckles on the rest of me seem to stand out even more. No thank you! <br />
During the summer I accidentally discovered Ulta's BB cream. It gave me just the right amount of coverage and looked specially nice in the summer when I generally don't need as much coverage or wear as much makeup. When the weather turned colder and my tan faded the color I was wearing, medium, was too dark. I tried the shade below, light, but it was too light! Obviously I knew that I could blend my own shade but my mornings are crazy hectic and getting the shade right takes too much time on especially crazy mornings. So what's a freckled girl to do?<br />
Fate stepped in and Ipsy sent me Pur Lisse Tinted Moist BB Cream. Holy Batman! My life is forever changed. I was hooked from the first application. It feels like lotion and is as easy to apply and blend as moisturizer. It gives my skin just enough coverage without being too much and feels wonderful on. It fits perfectly into my hectic morning since I can apply it so quickly and easily with my fingers. It's basically the best thing since sliced bread. I ordered it ASAP...apparently every other Ipsy Glam Bag recipient did too because it was on back order. I was so bummed! <br />
A few days later I was on my way to LA and had some time to waste at the airport. I wandered into MAC and decided to try their BB Cream while I waited for my Pur Lisse. I sampled it in the store and immediately noted that it was not as creamy feeling as Pur Lisse. It felt more like regular foundation but the light medium color matched my skin tone so I decided to purchase it. It's ok. It's good enough but definitely not as wonderful as Pur Lisse. It doesn't last as long and is harder to apply. I wouldn't likely purchase again and it isn't really a good value. In my opinion, a drug store BB cream would probably be just as good.<br />
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<br />2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-85473414080728442052015-12-05T08:29:00.002-08:002015-12-06T11:35:21.928-08:00Botox or Black Friday?<div style="text-align: left;">
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I was beside myself when I realized that my thoughts were deep into the idea of actually contemplating getting Botox. I thought cosmetic surgery was never going to be something I desired until I was 'over the hill!' In my mid thirties, my face has started showing more and more signs of aging. More recently, my lips have even showed signs, with some feathering and lines appearing around the once definitive outer edges. With age, the naturally occurring collagen lessens.</div>
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Until I mentioned it out loud, I never knew how many people I actually know have gotten either Botox or lip enhancers! I thought only California actresses got any of that, but it's more common than one might think! Even girls in their twenties are plumping their lips, but more so for a certain look than for avoidance of age-defiance.</div>
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I was set on Botox, or Xeomin which is similar, but the cost. Oh the cost! It isn't feasible for me right now. </div>
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My YouTube friend Brianna works for a plastic surgeon in Atlanta. (I never met her, but she did personally SnapChat me back, which totally made my day and made me feel like a 14 yr old when a boy from a boyband waves in her direction from on stage. I assume. I wouldn't know. I went to school when grunge bands were in. We wore oversized jeans or JNCOs, flannels over tees, and combat boots. High fashion nor high pitch screaming girls were not cool.) Anyway, I learned from Brianna that medical grade skincare is incomparable to over the counter skincare products due to the deeper level of penetration to change the cellular makeup & is not readily available, but the doctor she works for is the best of the best and it is available through him! I never heard of medical grade skincare until now!<br />
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I watched some of her recommendations here <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/BriannaStanko">https://www.youtube.com/user/BriannaStanko</a> And then I watched more, and more, and this went on for months. The products were pricey, but injections were even more, and each day that I hesitated my skin was aging another day so the least I could do was <i>try</i> some of the products she was using herself. I waited for Black Friday and purchased 5 items, targeting my face and lips. I went with the brands SkinMedica and Skinceuticals, although my wish list is already full of other products to try! I couldn't narrow down what I wanted but thought I'd start with a few for now and can rotate some in next time I order and depending upin the time of year if my skin reacts well. I cannot wait to give these a good try and hope to see a difference, if not at least prevent further aging. </div>
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I'm here to school you a little bit on falsies...as in fake eyelashes, not bra stuffing. Yes I wear fake eyelashes. Sometimes. Because it's fun, that's why. </div>
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I have always worn Ardell brand fake lashes, all synthetic. I wore them more so in my party days, but I still enjoy the added glamour for a nice dinner out. I watch my virtual friends online speak of so many amazing brands, but I have never spent any more than $4 on a pair, and even then I stretched out the number of uses. House of Lashes Iconic is one of the middle priced pairs that are very popular, and the reason I decided to try them is because so many people recommended their dark colored glue, let alone the lashes. Ardell glue wasn't my favorite so I ordered the dark glue, a pair of Iconic lashes, and a pair of Bourdoir lashes. These is the shape and lash style I prefer, although they make many shapes/styles.<br />
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In my last post ( <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/10/bell-sleeves-love.html">read it here </a>) I talked about trying to find an outfit with bell sleeves and was partly interested in a romper with a bell sleeve. Well, my search for a romper in the Fall in NJ ultimately led me also trying on jumpsuits. Prior to this month, I had all but given up on jumpsuits. I had tried on too many to count without finding one that was right. Project Runway was fresh in my mind and I was trying to stuff anyway so I figured "why not?" and tried on a few. As usual, they weren't fitting. My body is still a weird size and I am petite, only 5'2", so it's hard to find pieces that aren't too long without needing major alterations. <br />
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I planned on wearing black, patent leather heels but at the last minute switched to sandals because the ceremony was outdoors in a grassy area. I was afraid of tripping while holding my baby if I wore heels. i don't think the sandals are awful- I just always think heels are better! I accessorized with a sparkly headband from Forever 21 and my sparkliest earrings. A necklace would have been good too but impossible with a baby. My lipstick is Mac's Russian Red which is one of their matte shades. I really like it.</div>
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<br />2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-3759331945667933672015-11-01T13:58:00.002-08:002015-11-01T14:09:16.207-08:00Halloween 2015<br />
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Thanks to Michelle's extensive wardrobe and dance background, my Halloween costume came together easily because of her! It was an easy DYI low budget costume, and gave me a reason to wear an overload of pink!</div>
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As for my makeup, I first applied the NYX stick in Milk, and added MakeUpGeek's shadow in Ice Queen. I added pink NYX lipliner as on my eyes and muted it with pink Loreal shadows. The final touch of LimeCrime velveteen liquid lipstick in pink velvet topped off the look! It stayed on so well I woke up with it still on, even after a shower! I wrote about this lipstick <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/02/lipstick-that-lasts-so-long-its-crime.html">here</a>!</div>
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Did you guess my costume yet? I was Workout Barbie!</div>
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Since I'm a health coach for a living, I thought it was fitting, but I also thought of it on a deeper level. You see, Barbie can be anything she wants to be. How many different Barbie's did you have growing up? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1vnsqbnAkk">TH</a>IS latest controversial ad really struck me, but not as controversial. I found it empowering. The very reason I took the leap to become a Beachbody coach came to mind, and this ad stands behind my beliefs that a person can be anything he or she wants to be and should not conform to society's beliefs. I coach for my love of helping people. I coach because I can decide my own goals and reach them for myself. I coach to make my own rules. If you are open to hearing about an opportunity to do the same, to be present at home with your family, to make a financial contribution to your family and their future, to be inspirational, to be healthy and get paid to do so, to be your own boss, my team will welcome you! Check us out<a href="http://www.roefit.com/#!become-a-coach/c19rm"> HERE</a>! I coach to achieve happiness in the one life I was given. I coach to make a difference and leave a legacy, just like Barbie.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04516240412718091250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-84544286722937467212015-10-26T13:01:00.000-07:002015-10-26T13:01:00.645-07:00Bell Sleeves-LOVE!It's no secret that the 70s are back. Boho, maxi skirts and now bell sleeves are in. I adore bell sleeves. I always have! There's just something so fun about them!<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Bell sleeves add visual interest to basic dresses. The silhouette given by bell sleeves is gorgeous. I love the way that bell sleeves photograph. While they are fun to add to an everyday outfit, I think they are even more awesome when saved for special events. I am attending a wedding in a couple of weeks and spent this past week searching for just the right outfit. Boy, was that a challenge!</span><br />
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2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-47304691524050119342015-10-19T15:14:00.004-07:002015-10-19T16:28:35.056-07:00Do you cringe upon fringe?<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Things I would have been made fun of for growing up are the most popular things now, and I love everyone's ability to throw away their inhibitions and dress in their unique styles! On the other hand, I feel like everyone dresses the same, and all the stores have the same plaid shirt (that looks like my childhood pajamas). Fashion is just that, contradictory. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>So many styles are popular nowadays and trends change so often that I feel like for years to come, I will never dress out of style because I'm likely to incorporate at least something that must still be in with the ever changing rotating door of trends. There are so many options now! Anything goes in the fashion world, as long as the owner wears it with confidence, and that's how it should be! After all, it's just material things and doesn't define the wearer. Even though each season brings a handful of specific must haves, if I wear trends from 2 seasons ago, half of us are still wearing them and I'll still be on fleek. Wait, that's over with, no one says that anymore. SMH. Mixing and matching styles labels Gen X as creative, and I admire Gen X's bravery in fashion. It helps to know that even though I'm choosing to not update my wardrobe as often, I will still be on trend with a few of my past purchases which people will most likely mix in with the up and coming fashions still unknown. <span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div>
<span style="font-family: inherit;">One of the Fall 2015 trends is fringe. My first reaction was a hard no. HARD. NO.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Why you ask?</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Think of Kelly Kapowski and cavaricci days. Too young to relate? Think 80s baby. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Big hair, stonewash (acidwash) jeans. (I actually bought a pair of jeans in the 90s with the stone still in the pocket, but now they are called acid wash jeggings).</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's some SAT prep for you.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Stretch pants are to leggings as stonewash front pleated jeans are to acidwash skinnies.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Tomato=tomato</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">This is why fringe had me at a hard no.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">(photo found circulating many Pinterest boards)</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />When YouTube's fall haul videos included fringe, it was not at all flattering to me. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">(First off, denim jackets never match the color blue of my jeans, unless I was to buy and wear an entire matching outfit and wear it often, as in every day I wear my jean jacket. I hold my stance that I will never like jean jackets). </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">That aside, my thoughts on these YouTuber's fringe purchases was itchy tickle-y skin all day long. When the wind blows and my hair brushes my arm that's enough, but to have stringy hairs hitting my arms or legs all day could drive me to drink. Plus it removes any figure you may have.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Just no. Then the YouTuber's found V shaped fringed tops, crops, dresses, and skirts. Many looked like Halloween costumes from some cheap store. Some were made of suede. I already fell in love in suede before it even took over department stores and low end stores all over the mall this month. The awakening of the suede fringe is what changed my mind. My love of suede persuaded me. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I used a pun.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I fell for it and bought this faux fringe trim vest in tan at Macy's and thought it'd be cute with jeans, as pictured. I pictured this pairing to be subtle despite the trend of the ever so common what I will call 'hippie takeover' with low boots, floral flowy dress, a scarf, a headpiece, and colored mis-shapen plastic sunnies, as if I was supposed to pile on all of my belongings and look as though I was on my way to hop into a van for a summer touring of a desert music fest, or nowadays called carnival.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">A perfect example of the contradiction of the popularity of anything going in fashion, and everything being in style at once and for quite some time to come.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bf1JYmrlcVE/VhBhBn3fkEI/AAAAAAAAFNs/WoNmPxAGTE8/s1600/2942102_fpx%2B%25281%2529.tif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-bf1JYmrlcVE/VhBhBn3fkEI/AAAAAAAAFNs/WoNmPxAGTE8/s320/2942102_fpx%2B%25281%2529.tif" width="262" /></a></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Brand: INC International Concepts</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />I also bought this faux suede jacket at Kohls.</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YIe5qYKBgyA/VhBgp4cnTSI/AAAAAAAAFNA/mdxNzhat3uI/s1600/2151177.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YIe5qYKBgyA/VhBgp4cnTSI/AAAAAAAAFNA/mdxNzhat3uI/s320/2151177.jpg" width="320" /></a><br /></span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Brand: Rock and Republic</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Here's the thing. The arms did not have fringe so I knew they wouldn't be slopping into my panera soup when Michelle and I go and get the quinoa bowl. Arm fringe is just like a dirt collector and knowing me I would get caught in an elevator pinned against the ceiling, breaking a heel when I fell back onto the floor, jacket hanging from the top slit of the elevator door. Yes, I'm that spastic. Okay maybe that's exaggerating, but it would get caught in the car door, and then I'd walk away and it'd rip and this would be while on a Tinder date and end up on YouTube because someone next to me would have been vlogging themselves walking, because that is what we do in 2015, document our every move. Awwww snap(chat).</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">The arms did not have fringe and the back had straight fringe, both very different than the 80s style. This jacket had no V shape to emphasis the V shaped seam on the rear of our high waisted front pleated jeans that led to our tri-colored slouch socks and LA gear high tops with double laces of two different colors. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Did I just find modern faux leather fringewear? </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">Fringewear I now adore you. I can make you sophisticated with sharp black skinny jeans and black stilletos whether it be pointy toed pumps or peep toe booties (even though it's winter), and a big statement necklace. Take that fringe, you are SO 2015 now! #dropmic </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">P.S. things are now bluetooth adaptable and wireless so why is dropped mic suddenly on fleek. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">#mindblown. That's out of date already too. What's next Gen X? </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">After these finds, I no longer cringe at fringe. As a child of the 80s, I welcome the 80s anyway. Fanny packs and backpacks and high top sneakers are all back! I even saw slap bracelets at Walmart today. </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">These are the days when anything goes!<br /></span></span></div>
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Most of my fall and winter clothes are layer able pieces but they don't fit me at the moment. I was faced with a closet full of clothes and literally nothing to wear a couple weeks ago. I hesitated spending lots of money on new things that I hopefully won't need for very long but it was obvious that shopping needed to be done- and quick style! Thankfully I found some great pieces recently at yard sales and thrift shops. <br />
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I spent $12 on four shirts and two sweaters at a yard sale. Each item was only $2 and it almost felt wrong to pay so little for some of them because some are Express, BCBG, and Forever 21. Yes, they are gently used items, but they are in great condition and nobody would be the wiser if I didn't tell them. I was so excited to find these items!<br />
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The following week I found two sweaters at a church thrift store. I spent $5 for both and one is also Express! <br />
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It's a Banana Republic sweater! It's light weight and super soft.<br />
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This is an Express cardigan that I got for $2! I love the jeweled buttons and it will be adorable with jeans.</div>
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And lastly I would like to show you this over sized, cream colored chunky knit sweater. The back has a criss cross detail that sets it apart. I am going to pair it with leggings and boots.</div>
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Shopping for used clothes isn't something that everyone is into and I am ok with that. Sometimes I actually enjoy hunting down one of a kind pieces at vintage shops, consignment stores, and resale shops more than shopping at the mall or online. When my wardrobe needs a revamp on a budget then buying used is a good option for me. I enjoy considering how a piece can be tailored to me or worked into my existing wardrobe and I love knowing that nobody likely has the same thing.<br />
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<br />2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-51165289297148561082015-10-12T06:00:00.000-07:002015-10-12T06:00:24.234-07:00Too Faced Born This Way foundationYou may know by my past posts that I am a big YouTube watcher! I found it to be a great way to hear tried and true reviews of products. Whether it be food, cleaning, clothing, or beauty, I can hear a live upfront first impression from someone just like me. I find it even more impressionable when the opinion comes from someone who is very familiar with a multitude of competitive brands and the quality and formulations of high-end products that are not in my budget to try. <br />
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Most of my friends tend to prefer a low to medium coverage foundation, whereas I prefer high-coverage, as I spoke of <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/02/my-top-3-foundations.html">HERE</a>. This being said, when the beauty addicts of the YouTube world raved about a high-coverage foundation, I was out the front door and driving pedal to the metal to the closest Ulta to pick my color. I had it in my shopping cart on the website, but I couldn't even wait that long. I needed this product, despite the hefty $39, high coverage equals porcelain doll face in my makeup mirror. It is the Born This Way foundation by Too Faced.<br />
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I have cool toned skin, with a pink hue, but the Ulta employee matched me with the shade Warm Nude. The yellow appearance behooved me because it really did blend into my skin. This leads me to think I would be fine wearing a range above and below it as well whilst less tan during winter. I still find it unsettling that I own a warm tone shade, yet I choose to apply it with every application so I'll be keeping this shade.<br />
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I urge you to try it. My initial reaction was unimpressed but I wasn't using enough! Kelly Strack from YouTube suggested 2 full pumps of product and just like that, it slid on top of my skin easily without much blending and it didn't get thick and cakey. It is like a smoothing solution that is now my absolute top pick of foundation!<br />
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It can be purchse here: <a href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod12621017&skuId=2290018">http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?productId=xlsImpprod12621017&skuId=2290018</a><br />
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See Kelly's channel here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/mak3upbarbie">https://www.youtube.com/user/mak3upbarbie</a><br />
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This product was purchased and not endorsed.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04516240412718091250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-29477994411982554512015-10-09T04:21:00.000-07:002015-10-09T04:21:40.066-07:00Get Oiled BagsOne of my goals is to try and support small businesses and artisans more. Admittedly, I am an Etsy addict. There are so many inventive, one of a kind things on Etsy and I can easily order something neat everyday. q few of my friends even have Etsy businesses and I try and support them as often as I can.<br />
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I've been looking for a small bag that I could fit into my bigger purse but would fit my phone, lipstick, a diaper and wipes. One of my friends, Jen, is an incredible seamstress and makes custom bags that have little pockets to hold essential oils. She has an Etsy shop called Get Oiled Bags. I am not hugely into essential oils as to where I would carry them with me, but I like the style of her bags, wanted to support her, and was curious if the little oil pockets on the side of her bags would also hold lipsticks. I was happy to see that she had a bag that meets all those qualifications and was a fantastic price of $20.00. I even got to pick my fabrics.<br />
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Lipsticks and lip glosses DO fit in place of oils and this bag is just the right size for when I am running into a store with my kids and don't need to carry my giant purse. It's well made and stylish. It could also work as a makeup bag. <br />
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Now that I have a bag that carries oils, I am actually a little interested in learning more about oils. I know a lot of people swear by them. I know a lot of people think they are just silly but I am trying to open minded about less traditional methods for healing and cleaning. Anything that eliminates some chemicals in or around us must be worth a shot, right? I am expecting a few samples to arrive next week and will follow up after I try them. Check back!</div>
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2 Strong Girls Couture And Morehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18048686561389892516noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-81565036946406363062015-09-29T15:54:00.000-07:002015-09-29T15:54:48.307-07:00Brown lipstick? Think again<div style="text-align: left;">
I have had my eye on LimeCrime's Cashmere lipstick since it was released, but couldn't spend the $20 on it.</div>
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It's a taupy brown color, and reminds me of opening my Christmas stocking as a child. Every year, without fail, I would receive nail polishes and lip sticks, and almost always my mom would give me lipsticks in a light brown color and a cinnamon color. I remember wearing those colors daily in 7th grade and again in 10th when I was more into makeup. </div>
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Over the past decade I thought those colors looked odd on me and hadn't touched them. I did a makeup clean out last year and only then parted with my stocking stuffers because, let's just say they most likely expired since the 90s and may have smelled a little funny.</div>
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I came across MAC lipsticks and lip pencils in Stone and Spice within the last few months, but again would not pay the price, especially when some creme lipsticks can make my dry lips look drier.</div>
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Michele told me Ulta was having a sale so I took a risk and purchsed 2 Ulta brand lipsticks. I chose colors similar to the MAC colors I desired Stone and Spice, but they aren't true dups nor did I want them to be. I prefer the subtlty of the Ulta colors rather than the bolder MAC colors I was inspired by. I bought Sweet Mocha 260 and Bronzed Beauty 261.</div>
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I applied Sweet Mocha, which applies more brown than the mauve color it appears to be in the photo. I stepped back and was amazed how much it changed my entire makeup look. It created a sophisticated look paired with neutral eyeshadows, and I just adored it. It now stays in my purse so I can take it wherever I go. I can't wait to pair Bronzed Beauty with my new MakeUpGeek foiled shadow Flame Thrower I mentioned <a href="http://2stronggirlscoutureandmore.blogspot.com/2015/09/more-mug-eyeshadows.html">HERE</a> to create a copper bronzed look to wear with brown fall boots, or an olive or navy outfit. </div>
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Brown lipstick had me fooled! Once applied, Sweet Mocha is just dark enough to cover my natural lip color, but also not too dark of a brown.</div>
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Sweet Mocha (top), Bronzed Beauty (bottom)</div>
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I liked the formula of Ulta brand's lipsticks too, as it stayed through hours of conversation during date night. I usually stick to what I know, but now I recommend and will repurchase Ulta brand lipsticks! Thanks Michelle for the suggestion!</div>
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-Erin</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04516240412718091250noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2602268671784510102.post-24972917399728802362015-09-27T19:01:00.001-07:002015-09-27T19:01:13.093-07:00Lauren Conrad LeggingsBeing two weeks post partum is both invigorating and disheartening. My body is finally starting to feel like my own again, but it certainly isn't looking like the one I used to have yet. Dressing your post partum body is frustrating and sometimes even depressing. Maternity clothes are too big, your old clothes are much too small, and purchasing a wardrobe of clothes in the sizes in between isn't really feasible. So what's a new mom to do?<br />
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Leggings and layers.<br />
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The answer is definitely leggings and layers. Thankfully that's doable in Fall! Specifically Lauren Conrad leggings from Kohls. <br />
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My love affair with leggings goes way back. I probably own 20 pairs of leggings, not including yoga pants and workout pants. I wear leggings year round and almost everywhere. Some people like jeans but I prefer leggings as a staple in my wardrobe. <br />
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I hadn't tried Lauren Conrad leggings yet but in a desperate moment the other day, I grabbed some at Kohls without trying them on. I put them on later that day and was so happy with my purchase. They are comfortable, high waisted enough to smooth out some of the post baby lumps and bumps and thick enough not to worry about when I move around. <br />
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I loved them so much that I went back the next day for another pair. At $10 each they are well worth it and available in several colors and prints! I have been pairing them with comfy sneakers for fall, long tank tops, and cardigan sweaters. Layers are key for Fall weather around here. These leggings will transition into colder months with boots and sweaters too. I am happy to have found them and will probably buy a size down when I lose some of the baby weight. There are tons of leggings options available, I wouldn't recommend a specific one if I didn't love them!<br />
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I was even wearing my LC polka dot leggings as I wrote this post at Panera. I love them that much!</div>
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