It’s our Anniversary. . . Friday, Jul 10 2009

Errrr. . .not really. Nordstrom’s annual Anniversary sale begins on July 17th. While there are a few things I definitely want to check out, I’m very excited about the beauty sets. It’s no secret that I’ve had a love affair with M.A.C. for a long time (just ask my bf and his credit card. He will confirm.) Nordstrom has put together some exclusive sets just for their sale. Unfortunately I own most of the colors already (love nectar lustreglass has a special place in my heart I have 4 tubes currently in rotation. Don’t judge me!). I’m contemplating buying the box set for the bronzer and giving my best friend most of the goodies. I like buying her presents.

 

Pic: Nordstrom.com

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Wardrope Remix: Audrey Tatou Thursday, Jul 2 2009

While browsing through the July issue of InStyle I fell in love with this outfit on Audrey Tatou. Look at it! I think it’s perfect for a date night or just drinks with the girls.

 

Of course I had to remix it for a curvy girl like myself:

Get it in black at spiegel.com

I love this dress. If I could be locked inside of any department store it would be Nordstrom. They have the best selection of stuff in all sizes.

 

I like this clutch. It’s different from Audrey’s, I’m not a fan on fringe so this works for me. I also don’t mind mixing fabrics in an outfit.

Again not like Audrey’s but I like them. Plus they look (dare I say it?!) comfy. I have a shoe obsession. I know.

Photos: nordstrom, ninewest & spiegel.

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It’s like buttah’ baby! Tuesday, Jun 30 2009

My skin and I tend to have a love/hate relationship. Mostly I love it and it hates me. Occasionally we put our bickering to the side but never for too long. In steps Organic Fiji Coconut massage oil (que the superhero music), I don’t know how to describe it. Liquid gold? Crack for your skin? Heaven sent? Call it what you want, but run, don’t walk (cheesy line) to your nearest health food store and pick it up. When I first started my journey to being healthy, NY Naturals became my bestfriend (Brooklyn!!! 6th Ave and Flatbush). I was talking about coconut oil with my mom in the store about  how I heard it was so good for your skin. Her response, (que trini accent) “We use to practically dip you in that when you were a little girl! I’ve been telling you about it for years. You neva’ listen.” Then it started. . .

A girl from two aisles over shouted over the racks, “It’s true! I use it in my hair and on my face.” She then proceeds to run over to our aisle to show me her scalp. It was hilarious. Slowly but surely about 3 other shoppers joined in on the discussion about how I should try this magical solution. They all had one thing in common, beautiful glowy skin. I was sold. I walked over to the cashier and asked his thoughts on this special potion. He said nothing, just smiled then proceeded to walk around to the front of the register and model his skin. My eyes kind of bugged out, not only was his skin glowing and not greasy (super important) but he was cute! I got my hopes up only to be told that it was sold out, and that a new shipment comes in every Tuesday at noon, but the oil usually sells out before 2pm. That Tuesday afternoon I drove over to the store (politely of course like all NYC drivers ::eye roll::) to see only two bottles left on the shelf, and it was not even 1 o’clock yet! I grabbed a bottle. Victory was mine. We’ve been in love ever since.

* apply onto body right out of the shower. While skin is still wet. Pat dry and let glow. Sit back and wait for compliments. They will come. Get it here. I picked mine up at NY Naturalsfor $16.

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I don’t sweat. I shine. Monday, Jun 29 2009

I have been a bad bad baddddd blogger. Please accept my sincere apologies. I have a new hobby. Running (pause for reaction). I kind of been tip toeing it for quite some time. It was love at first run. My body was sore. My hair stuck to the side of my face, and I could barely run for more than 3mins at a time. I felt like death. It was awesome! I’m not too sure if I would consider myself a “runner”. I feel like I do not look like your typical runner. But then again, what is typical anymore? Lately I’ve been collecting running gear like it’s my job. Just like everything else the pickings are slim. But there are a few things I’m loving.

Athleta.com (part of the gap, oldnavy & BR crew) has some fun options that are available in plus sizes.

Running skirts look so cute. I think its possible to look cute while you shine =]. The dry wick fabrice makes it even more appealing. I hate when my clothes get soaked with my sweat. . .I mean shine.

I occasionally throw yoga into the mix. I am not the girl upfront with the itty bitty shorts, and while doing the downward facing dog I like too keep my booty covered. Shirts ride up, this does the trick.

I just simply think this shirt is cute, and i prefer sleeveless when working out. The more air on my body the better.

 

Oldnavy.com has some awesome picks too. These capri pants are super cute and comfy. Plus I love clothes that don’t necessarily look like I’ve been huffin and puffin for the past hour.

Figleaves.com has sports bras in all sizes. I wear a 38 G so I need all the help I can get when strapping those bad boys down.

Keep on shinin’!

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I’m alive! Monday, May 4 2009

Sorry I’ve been so MIA. Why didn’t anyone tell me senior year is so busy?! Eh. It will officially be over next Monday and graduation is on the 16th. I still have yet to find a graduation dress. Feel free to help me =]. So on to bigger and better things. Have you ever heard of Dr. Bonner’s castile soap? It’s AMAZING! You can use it for almost anything. Traycee over at KISS (http://keepitsimplesista.blogspot.com/) has an amazing you tube video on how to make your own shampoo using Dr. Bonner’s. I have been using it as a face and body wash. I have oily skin so my face is loving this. It gets me squeaky clean without drying me out. There is no residue left on my skin at all. I also made a body scrub. It is by far my favorite and trust me I’ve used a lot!

Talya’s Body Scrub:

1/4cp Dr Bonner’s

juice of half a lemon (it helps fade dark spots)

1/2 cp of each brown and white sugar (brown sugar has larger grains to exfoliate white sugar buffs skin smooth)

Olive Oil (I eyeball this. It adds moisture to the skin)

Mix in a container and throw it in the fridge after using. The lemon juice can spoil. Plus cold body scrub on a hot day sounds good to me.

I picked up my bottle at a natural food store but I’m pretty sure I’ve seen them at Whole Foods in the city. Of course you can always go to  www.drbonner.com. Just google Dr. Bonner’s and you will find multiple uses, from laundry detergent to multi purpose cleaner. This is a recession. You better stretch your dollar.

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Have you heard? We’re in a recession. Tuesday, Jan 13 2009

Times are tight. If you have a job than your lucky stars. I have friends, who are recent college grads, that just got handed the infamous pink slip. Ouch. Do we not go to college for job security? Now a college education cannot even help you. It is, in fact, a hot mess. How are you cutting back? I have been trying to watch my pockets for a while and I’ve been pretty successful thus far. You will be surprised what you can learn when you do not have the money to pay the pros like you usually do. I have a few tips and tricks of my own, they work for me hopefully they will work for you.

* At home manicures and pedicures- I pay serious attention to detail so I believe I do a better job than most nail techs anyways (haha!). I may not be able to get all fancy with designs (I’m not a fan of nail art anyways), but I can file ‘em up and polish them quite nicely.=] My secret mani/pedi weapon: Just a minute 60 second manicure scrub. You can pick it up at any Bath and Body Works.

*Wash and set- Well honestly I cannot set my hair to save my life. But I can deep condition, blow dry and flat iron like no other! (ask my roomie. . .I do her hair every week lol) If you have the skill to take it a step further and do an at-home relaxer then more power to you. But I still go to the pros for that one. I use to get a wash,set, and blow-dry every week. By doing my own hair I now save myself $20 a week and my hair looks just as good!

*Write down everything- I know it sounds tedious but writing down every time I spend money (how much and where) has seriously helped me to figure where my money disappears to every month. Collecting receipts works just as well! I just cannot deal with all those little pieces of paper floating around in my purse.

*Read- Cash In the City is a wonderful book by Juliette Fairley. It has practical money saving tips. My copy has been passed around my circle of friends. Everyone loves it and you will too! How to be a Budget Fashionista by Kathryn Finney just arrived on my doorstep and so far so good. If you like her website then you will enjoy the book as well.

 

*Blogs- thebudgetfashionista.com and juicefairy.com. No explanation needed. Read and learn.

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Dear Santa. . . Sunday, Dec 21 2008

So if there really is a Santa Clause out there, maybe he’ll check my blog and bring me tons of goodies =].

First Set by NotSoSuite

Untitled by NotSoSuite

Thank you Santa!!!

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What to wear? Thursday, Dec 11 2008

I hate this question. I usually try to plan my outfits the night before I go to work. But it never seems to work out. I always wake up, usually 15 minutes after I was suppose to, take a shower and stare at my closet with just a towel on. I try to piece together outfits in my head. You know the kind, the outfits you wore before and everyone you ran into just kept giving you the compliments? Hey if they like it, I love it! I have gotten my everyday make-up routine down to a science and can do that in about 5 minutes flat (more on that next time). One day I got the brilliant idea to photograph my favorite outfits for work, shopping, running about, etc. I never dress up for class. As crazy as it seems, “He already put a ring on it and he is not at school with me so why stress?” that is how  I think. Seriously. I call it my look-book and it is growing marvelously. It really does help. Photograph yourself in your fave outfits and upload it to your computer. You will be surprised on what you thought was super cute, really looks a hot mess. Try it. You will love it.

*Please excuse the mess and my hair tie in some of the pics. I assure you I have never left my house like that ever in my life.*

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Bad Bad girl! Wednesday, Dec 3 2008

My laptop has been out of commision for a bit. I can pretty much only get the basics done (research and papers) it cuts off randomly. But I ordered a new laptop that will be here on Dec. 10!!! I will get back to posting regularly. I’ve really missed blogging. I feel like I have so much to say. =]  I have been SHOPPING (yes it must be in all caps). I have lots of goodies to share with you. Expect posting to resume on or around Dec. 10.

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I’m sorry =[ Saturday, Oct 4 2008

I have been working like crazy! School and the internship has been driving me crazy. I decided to add working out into my routine so it has been very busy. Will update soon though! Thanx for checking in!

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