Sally Hansen Fall 2015 Designer Inspired Shades (Mani Monday)

For the past few years, Sally Hansen has partnered with some of the hottest designers to create custom nail colors for the models to wear down the runway - and now they're available to consumers! I love adding the new shades to my collection and the ones from this year's shows don't disappoint. {Product provided for review/feature consideration}

Fragrances for Fall from ARQUISTE

I was first introduced to ARQUISTE fragrances through a sample in one of my Birchboxes; I actually liked my sample of Flor y Canto so much, I thought about purchasing it (until I saw the $165 price tag). I even took to my Facebook page and jokingly cursed Birchbox for making me desire something so far outside of what my budget (and hubby) will allow for a perfume. {Product provided for review/feature consideration}

Given the time, research, and thought given into each of the six fragrances crafted by architect Carlos Huber, and the evocative experience each one is meant to provide, I can understand the asking price. They truly are luxury fragrances meant to take you to another time and place. So of course I accepted the opportunity to try another fragrance from the brand, ARQUISTE Fleur de Louis, a unisex scent perfect for fall... 

A Woman's Guide To Improving Your Daily Beauty Routine

Let’s not kid ourselves, how we look is important to us. All women want to look their best. When we look great, we feel great too.

Quite frankly, an effective beauty ritual can be the key to living a happier and more confident life. However, with so many products on the market, knowing which ones to use can be challenging. If you make the right choices, though, you’ll be looking like a million dollars. This will inevitably be reflected in your personality too.

Back To School Tips and Tricks

Summer has come and gone and it’s now officially September. It’s time to say goodbye to the beach, and hello to school! Here are some easy tips to help you through your new morning routine, so you are looking better than ever with more confidence to rock the halls. {Product provided for review/feature consideration}

Practical Gift Giving Made Easy

Practical gifts often get a bad rap for the simple reason that they are practical. Yet not all practical gifts are lame. The trick is to pair the practical gift with something a little more luxurious, for instance the husband would appreciate a new pairs of socks if it were accompanied with a bottle of wine.


The shopping networks on TV often parade a wide range of products, especially as the holiday season nears. At some point, we have all looked at a product and thought, "Ah! Now that would make a perfect gift." But when it comes to actually buying a gift, we sit and scratch our heads. So let's start at the top and look at a host of gift ideas offered by Carol Wright’s as seen on TV. Each gift is unique, practical and reasonably priced, with prices ranging from $4-200. Plenty of food for thought here.

Post-Summer Skincare Essentials

As Summer comes to its end, now is the time to reverse any damage it may have caused on your skin. With these skincare necessities, you can transition into the colorful months ahead while revealing fresh, clear and beautiful skin all season long.