Decades of Fashion: 1900 to the present

I've always be interested in fashion. I used to love watching television programs that were historical in nature because I could check out all the beautiful dresses they wore one hundred years ago. As much as I love my jeans and t-shirts, they just cannot compare to the gorgeous evening wear from the 1900s.  Even today's evening gowns pale in comparison. I love watching how the styles have changed from then till now.

If you love fashion as much as I do, Decades of Fashion: From 1900 to the present is a book you'll want to read. It's a pictorial look at fashions from 1901 through the current day.  Each photograph has a brief description of what the woman was wearing, the time period it's from, and when it might be worn. Fashions include everything you can imagine including dresses, fans, shoes, hats, jewelry, bags, swim suits, and jackets.  You'll see the average middle class woman as well as titled women and even royalty.

Decades of Fashion: 1900 to the present is so much more than a look at fashion. You see women engaged in every day tasks from driving cars to playing golf.  You see poses from actresses as well as photographs taken in real life situations like walking through the park to women working at jobs. Some of the photographs come from Europe and some from the United States so it really gives you an interesting perspective on fashion. It's really neat to see some of the fashions go in and out of style.  Although the book focuses on women's fashion, there are a few photographs with men and children that let you see what those styles were like as well.  A truly fascinating look into the history of fashion!


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Aveeno Positively Ageless Skin Strengthening Body Cream

You may remember that I had the opportunity to try out the Aveeno Positively Ageless Skin Strengthening Hand Cream.  I loved the way it helps keep my hand moisturized and soft.   Well I also had the chance to try the Aveeno Positively Ageless Skin Strengthening Body Cream as well.

I always have very dry knees and elbows so I make sure to use a body lotion after my bath to keep them from getting rough and dry.   The body cream gives my skin the same gentle, lasting care that the hand cream gives to my hands.  I am really loving the scent in this line of products.  I'm not sure what it is exactly but it's a very fresh, light scent.  I don't like using anything too overpowering after my bath because it can bother me when I try to go to sleep.

The body cream is nice and thick.  I hate lotions that are too much like liquid.  These really work down deep into your skin without leaving it at all tacky. The Aveeno Active Naturals line uses ingredients that are derived from nature and uniquely formulated to reveal skin's natural health and beauty.

Aveeno products can be purchased in most grocery and drug stores.  The Aveeno Positively Ageless Skin Strengthening Body Cream is available for about $8.99. This is a great price for the quality of this body cream.  Definitely on my list of must have skin essentials.

Disclosure: I received a product or products in order to write my review. All opinions are mine and mine alone. I am disclosing this in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255 concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

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Cute nail designs for spring

I've been seriously considering having my nails done for spring. I want something cute and colorful but I can't decide which style. I definitely need to have them professionally done because I have no idea how to do this myself:

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Do you do your nails in cute designs?

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Get Calm & Composed with Mark!

Daily cosmetic use exposure to the elements can leave your skin looking red and irritated.  Like red skin anywhere else on your body, it can feel tight and uncomfortable.  After you cleanse your face in the morning and evening, you really should apply a moisturizer to help prevent your skin from becoming too dry.

Mark Camp & Composed

When I choose a moisturizer, I want something that works deep down to moisturize my skin without leaving it feeling greasy or interfering with my make up application.  Calm & Composed by Mark is a super soothing moisturizer made with avocado and oat. Calm & Composed has a very light formula that is completely absorbed into your skin when you apply it.

I have rosacea and very sensitive skin so I have to be careful what I put on my face.  There was absolutely no irritation at all with Calm & Composed and it did help with the redness of my skin. It leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth without making it feel greasy or tacky.  It's nice and thick with a fresh, clean scent to it that I found very refreshing. This is definitely a moisturizer that I'll be using again.

Mark Calm & Composed is available from Avon for $18.

Disclosure: I received a product or products in order to write my review. All opinions are mine and mine alone. I am disclosing this in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255 concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.


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How bathing suits have changed!

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1920's

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1940's

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1960's

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1980's

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2000

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2012

What do you think? What's your favorite style?

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Shiseido Shimmering Cream Eye Color

A good selection of eye shadow is just one of those must have things in my make up bag. You can never have too many different shades of eye shadow. I love being able to find the perfect shade to go with my daily look and it really bothers me when I can't find the color I really want.

Some of the hottest colors this spring and summer are going to be shades of orange and yellow. This is a previously unworn color for me so I have been finding subtle ways to incorporate these colors into my wardrobe.  I don't wear a lot of orange and yellow so the hunt is on.

When I saw Shiseido's new Shimmering Cream Eye Color palette, the first shade I noticed was Sunshower which is a gorgeous burnt orange color with a hint of shimmer. I was a bit worried about using an orangey eye shadow. I had no desire to look like bozo the clown but thankfully the Sunshower shade is a very mellow color and turned out looking fantastic.

I tried to get a good picture of how it looked on but my camera is not up to the task at all.  Sunshower has an almost sheer quality that really looked amazing.  Sunshower is just one of their new Spring 2012 colors.  They also have Ice (blue) and Pale Shell (pink). You can purchase Shiseido products directly from their website.  You can get free shipping with a $50 order!

Disclosure: I received a product or products in order to write my review. All opinions are mine and mine alone. I am disclosing this in accordance with FTC 16 CFR Part 255 concerning the use of endorsements and testimonials in advertising.

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mark - just pinched Instant Blush Tint

Remember the eighties when blue eye shadow and a streak of pink blush on your cheeks was all the rage? Thank heaven that fashion fad has passed us by.  Now the style for the most part is the natural look.  Make up should enhance your beauty and not be painted on.  When you apply blush, it should give your skin a healthy glow with just a kiss of color and not be applied to leave a streak or circle on your cheeks.

mark just pinched is an instant blush tint that will give you the touch of color you want to look healthy and glowing.  It comes in a compact tube applicator that makes application simple.  There's no need for a brush or make up sponge.  I love my just pinched instant blush tint. I toss it in my handbag when I need to touch up my make up during the day and I really appreciate not needing to worry about throwing in a make up brush or sponge. Plus, it's not powdery so there's no mess to worry about in my handbag.

The mark just pinched instant blush glides on smoothly and provides a healthy natural glow. mark products can be purchased from your Avon representative for $8.00.  It is available in berry, nude, cheeky, peachy, and spicy colors.

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Shorts for summer - Style options

What's your preference for shorts? Do you go with short shorts, mid-thigh, walking shorts or do you prefer capris instead?  Here are some hot looks this summer I found on Pinterest.

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Aveeno Positively Nourishing for aromatherapy

I'm the first person to admit that my mood is very sensitive to scents.  The small of chocolate chip cookies baking reminds me of when I was a little girl.  The scent of fresh cut grass can make me smile on even the most stressful day.  Lavender helps me relax at night and fall asleep.

Aveeno Active Naturals Positive Nourishing line of body lotion is available in two scents that will keep your skin moisturized all day.  Aveeno Positively Nourishing Energizing Pomegranate & Grapefruit body lotion is the perfect body lotion to put on when after your morning shower.  The citrus scent energizes your senses and gets you ready for the day ahead.

At the end of the night when you need to wind down for the day, Aveeno Positively Nourishing Calming Lavender & Chamomile will help put you relax. There is just something about the scent of lavender that helps me calm down and unwind. Not only will you relax before bed, you'll wake up with super soft, moisturized skin.

I really like the body lotions I tried.  The leave my skin feeling soft and smooth for quite a while and there is no tacky or greasy feeling when I apply them.  The scents are pleasant and not at all over powering. They are just the right strength for me to notice and enjoy them.

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Touch & Glow Shimmer Cream Cubes from mark *special offer*

Winter and early spring are difficult times for me as far as make up goes. Any tan I got over the warmer months is long gone and I always feel like my skin is dull and lacking in that healthy glow I enjoy in the summer.  It's way too cold to go outside and try to get a little natural color from the sun at this point.

I want to be able to give my skin a little bit of color without creating an unnatural look.  I really prefer the healthy, natural type of make up instead of the made up look. I don't want people to look at me and be able to tell I'm wearing make up.

mark has an all over face palette that is the perfect choice to give your skin that healthy glow.  Their Touch & Glow Shimmer Cream Cubes are a palette of colors that you simply brush on all over your skin.  There's no need to worry about what color your complexion is. The wide range of color cubes swirl into an all over healthy glow for your skin.  I love how easy this is to use and the final result is a soft, healthy shimmer.

Right now, if you purchase $20 worth of select mark products, you will get the Some Like It Haute Bag for only $25!

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Have you tried ReVive Serum Presse?

If you're feeling that your skin is not as toned and firm as it once was, you may want to try the ReVive Serum Presse by ReVive Skincare.

RéVive® Serum Pressé is the first RéVive® serum to give skin the look of instant lift and radiance. Noticeably lifts and firms the skin immediately with an advanced polysaccharide tensor while brightening soft-focus optics give skin an instant glow. EGF along with FGF work over time to visibly improve skin’s loss of firmness and radiance. Skin looks instantly firmer, brighter, younger.

Over time, your skin will look younger with fewer visible lines. Simply cleanse and tone your skin as normal and apply the ReVive Serum Presse over your entire face (avoid the eye area). Then follow with your moisturizer.  I used it at night before using my night moisturizer and my skin felt wonderfully soft and smooth in the morning. Try some yourself! I figure my skin can use all the help it can get at 45!



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Hot looks in tangerine

Tangerine is one of the hot colors for this spring and summer according to fashion sites and fashion magazines. Here are a few hot looks in tangerine I found on Pinterest. Will you be incorporating tangerine into your wardrobe? I'll probably add it into my wardrobe with accessories but I cannot see myself wearing a tangerine colored dress. How about you?

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Nexxus Pro-Mend Split End Binding Smoothing Shine Serum

Years of blow drying and curling my hair have taken their toll.  My hair doesn't look anywhere near as healthy and shiny as it did when I was younger.  Nexxus Pro-Mend Split End Binding Smoothing Shine Serum works to repair up to 92% of split ends and help prevent further damage.

You simply work one pump of the serum into your damp hair and then style as usual. It works to repair split ends during the styling process. For ultimate shine, they recommend that you finish with a curling or flat iron. I love the scent of the Smoothing Shine Serum. It has a very light, floral fragrance that is really pleasant and it left my hair feeling very soft and smooth after I blow dried it. It's also very light and didn't weigh my hair down at all. I have fairly limp hair so that is really important when I'm styling.

In my area, I can find this at Walgreens for about $11.00. You really only need a little bit of it when you do your hair so it lasts quite a while. If you're battling split ends, I definitely recommend you try Nexxus Pro-Mend Split End Binding Smoothing Shine Serum.

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Laura Mercier Foundation Primer Radiance

I'll let you in on a little secret - I really do not like my complexion.  When I was younger, I struggled with acne. Now that I'm older, I struggle with the signs of aging like larger pores and fine lines. I'm one of those people who doesn't feel comfortable going out without make up on. Don't get me wrong, I'm not into the heavily made up look. I prefer that make up looks natural and just helps cover up a few things that I'd rather not think about.

I always wear a foundation of some sort but I need to be really careful which one I use. I have light skin and I don't want to end up looking like I'm wearing make up. I recently tried Laura Mercier's Foundation Primer - Radiance.  The Foundation Primer - Radiance doesn't add color to your skin.  It provides a sheer, healthy glow that helps to hide and smooth out visible imperfections in your skin.

Laura Mercier Foundation Primer Radiance

I really like this foundation primer. You can wear it on bare skin or over moisturizer. You can wear it alone or underneath foundation for a smoother look.  You don't need to worry about matching it to your skin tone since it doesn't have an actual color of its own. I am really loving the quality and flexibility of Laura Mercier's products. I only discovered them a few months ago and I wish I'd known about them before.

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