Primped & Proper Sins

I have decided to share what I believe is not Primped and Proper. All of these items on my list are basically things that drive me crazy....here it goes...

1. Dry Lips....Never ever go out with dry lips. No excuses! Every single girl should have some sort of moisturizing lip balm, lip gloss or lip stick with them at all times. Listen up Lauren Conrad...this one was for you....
2. Chipped nail polish....especially if you are going out on the town. Don't even think about leaving your house all glammed up with chipped nails. Take the colour off completely, or allocate some time to do your nails.
3. Denim on denim. I feel as though I don't need to explain why, you should already know all reasons why this is unacceptable, even if you work on a farm. If I see another person wearing denim on denim I will probably lose my mind.
4. Going out with stained clothing. Yuck. Not primped, not proper.
5. Your underwear showing, even your bra straps. Not hot.
6. Wearing open toe shoes without getting or giving yourself a pedicure. No excuses. If you don't have the time to get your nails done, don't wear open toe shoes. Thanks.
7. Faux blondes...strutting around with dark roots. Ladies, if you want to be blonde, you have to maintain your hair. Oh, and no blonde on top and brunette on the bottom. I remember a time when that was the cool thing to do, but that time has passed. Get over it. If you want to be blonde, be completely blonde. Above is a picture of Aubrey O'Day committing this terrible sin...tsk tsk...I think she needs to spend less time dealing with her puppy's hair and focusing on her own.
8. Wearing eye make up with no mascara...Just don't...it looks really bad. If you are going to do your eye make up, go all the way. Mascara is your friend.
9. Super tight clothing. Wear your size please. You will look and feel better.
10. Complete coordination...you don't have to match your shoes and your belt and your purse and your earrings. Yuck, mix it up. When I see girls doing this...I know they are trying way too hard.

xo

DuWop Payoff - Eyeshadow Intensifier

Here's the perfect solution to getting that catwalk smokey eye look every time!! Many eyeshadows that look great in the packaging go on nothing like what we think they will & we end up with a washed out effect from what we wanted, well with this little wizard from Duwop all shadows whatever the price tag will go on just the way you want them to! Mix just one drop with any powder eyeshadow & it will turn into an intense cream eyeshadow that really lasts without creasing, it works by extracting the pigmented particles in the eyeshadow & bonding with them creating a more intensive colour. Apply with brush over the lids & blend well using soft circular motions. £18

Bird by Juicy Couture

I used to be obsessed with Juicy Couture! I loved everything from their jeans to their socks that are still living in my sock drawer practically new. Recently, Juicy Couture hasn't been the "it" line in fashion, but the ladies behind the brand are about to change that. Pamela Skaist-Levy and Gela Nash-Taylor will soon be launching a pricier line called Bird by Juicy Couture. This collection will consist of thirty pieces that will be available Fall 2009 at select Juicy Couture stores and other specialty shops, such as Holt Renfrew, Bergdorf Goodman, Harrods and Net-A-Porter. The line will be priced from $150 - $600, and available for delivery five times a year. Above is a piece that will be included in their upcoming collection - I love it!. Thoughts?

xo 

Tracy Anderson Method Update

I know, I know...I am insanely late writing this post, but here it is. My verdict on the Tracy Anderson Method Mat Workout DVD is positive! She is a pint sized little genius. Her video engages you with seductive movements, masking the difficulty of the actual tasks. I thoroughly enjoyed her routine, although it was an hour long and I am the laziest person on the face of the earth. Her workout was perfect for me because it was not extremely difficult and I didn't feel like giving up half way. Also, she is against using weights over 3 pounds and I love her for that. Yuck, I don't want man arms! I did, however feel it the next day! If you are bored with your usual routine, Tracy Anderson is a great choice! Tracy Anderson Method will definitely be a part of my fitness schedule. 

You now have more options for getting into great shape. Rather than purchasing one of her three DVDs, you can download webisodes available on Tracy Anderson Connect. Three webisodes are offered - arms, abs and butt/thighs. The great part is with each purchase you get an iPod version as well as one Hi-Res Quicktime version. Oh, and did I mention that 100% percent of the proceeds from all of the webisodes go to Raising Malawi? Not only will you be getting your butt into shape, you will also be helping orphans in Malawi. 

xo 

Bobbi Brown Online Exclusives

Check out these new hot online exclusives from Bobbi Brown!

Runway Kit (Limited Edition)

Inspired by Bobbi Brown's work on the catwalks at New York Fashion Week. also gives an exclusive look a the key catwalk trends for spring 2009. Includes the new Runway Shimmer Brick Eye Palette, a silver metal compact featuring ten pure pearl eye shadows, a sparkling Pink Crystal Glitter Lip Balm and mini Eye Shadow and Lip Brushes. Product comes in a chic silver clutch.
£58.72

Lip Crayon Trio (Limited Edition)

Bobbi Brown Lip Crayons give the luxurious feel of a lipstick matched with the ease and convenience of a pencil. Can be worn alone or with lipgloss. Set includes three shades of Lip Crayon - Naked Pink, Pink Raspberry and Sugar Blush, and a custom size sharpener.
£29.36

The Skincare System

Developed with natural essential oils and modern ingredient technologies it has everything you need to make skin look and feel healthy and beautiful. Set includes: Extra Balm Rinse (50ml), Hydrating Eye Cream (3ml), Soothing Face Tonic (15ml), Protective Face Lotion SPF 15 (50ml) and Lip Balm SPF 15 (15g).
£53.83

Pretty in Pink Set (Limited Edition)


Features Bobbi's new Platinum Pink Shimmer Brick, a mini Face Blender Brush and a universally flattering shade of Glitter Balm, Crystal Diamond. With a silver faux-leather zip-around case.
£53.83.

Channel Four Extreme Male Beauty

The latest craze that is now sweeping the nation courtesy of Chanel Four is Extreme Male Beauty, we all know how our men have become a lot more in tune with their self image these days & many are very proud to be classified as 'metrosexual', but it seems that the quest for body-perfection is a pressing issue not just for women but also for many men... Next week on the show (Thursday 21/05) we see willing victim Rudi Fieldgrass having a new cult beauty procedure called Vaser Lipo & the treatment was carried out 6 weeks ago at a Kensington Spa 'EF MediSpa'. A new procedure Vaser Lipo, has only just recently come over from the states (don't they all!), it was developed by Sound Surgical Technology & is a process that uses a gentle ultrasound probe to emulsify and remove large or small areas of fat, leaving other tissue intact. This is why it has a much faster recovery time that traditional lipo, with much smoother results. Unlike lipo it can also be used on almost any body part (arms, chest, stomach, bottom, chin, etc) that needs fat removing from it! Sounds pretty good doesn't it, the faster, easier & as if by magic way to perfection - well almost! Anyway check out the before & afters below & watch out for it on Channel Four next Thursday!

DVF Versus Mercy Part II

Nathalie Atkinson, the intuitive fashionista who first spotted the similarities between the two jackets was kind enough to direct me to her original articles regarding this matter. Please read Copycats: A Tale of Two Jackets, and Copycats: A Tale of Two Jackets Part 2, to get the whole scoop!

Thanks Nathalie!

xo