LuLu's

I cannot believe how much this website has blown up!! I see it everywhere, from the blogs to the magazines to TV. Insane.

I remember when LuLu's was my favorite clothing boutique in Chico! I used to shop there all the time when I was in school. Since then, they have shut down the store and are strictly on online retailer.

They are always getting new stuff and the prices are pretty reasonable. There is seldom something over $100. They also have really good customer service. You can email message them questions about whatever garment and they email you back that day! They have a really easy return policy and refund money fast. I also love them because when I order something, it arrives in either 1 or 2 days! Love that!!

Here is my latest purchase- dress for only $42!

http://www.lulus.com/

Balance Bracelets-Do These Things Work?

I am a little skeptic.

So I have been seeing these things every where I turn! I saw my Aunt last weekend and she had one on. She said they are supposed to "balance you" and help you perform better athletically as well as help with relaxation, jet lag, etc.

I personally don't really understand how a bracelet with a little peice of tin foil inside can do such a thing so I went online and did some research. I looked at their website and it has aboslutely no information on how it works. This is all the website says:

"•How Does the Hologram Work?
Power Balance is based on the idea of optimizing the body’s natural energy flow, similar to concepts behind many Eastern philosophies. The hologram in Power Balance is designed to resonate with and respond to the natural energy field of the body."

Umm well that doesn't really provide much information. I think the only meaningful word in that phrase is "idea." It's the idea and belief the bracelet provides that effects you, not the bracelet itself.

I will keep mine on for a trial period and see what happens, even though it doesn't match my outfits.

Mascara

Well those eyelashes are obviously fake but that is beside the point. We all want and, well let's face it, NEED thick and long, beautiful eyelashes. It's something that people always first notice when they look at you and having great lashes makes your eyes pop.

I have been on a life long quest to find the perfect mascara. I found it a few years ago but it was taken off the market about 6 months ago. Talk about a tragedy. Since then I have been on a mission to find a replacement that is just as good or better. This was the one I used before, people used to compliment me all the time and it was literally the perfect mascara. Great formula that elongated, thickened and separated perfectly, easy to apply and easy to wash off. Oh how I miss you Volume Shocking (tear).


I have tried almost everything out there. I buy atleast one new mascara per week. Though I haven't yet found "the one," I have found 3 that are decent that I would recommend. So here goes:

#1. Diorshow Blackout- Everyone knows this is one of the best mascaras out there. It's dark and dramatic and goes on pretty thick. The applicator isn't great and sometimes it can clump. I also feel like it dries out pretty quick, which sucks because it's expensive.


#2. Rimmel Max Bold Curves- This is the best one I have found so far. It goes on really thick, you only need one coat (even though I use 2) and the applicator is curved so it gets every lash. Also, it makes your eyelashes curl a little bit too which doesn't hurt ;)



#3 Rimmel Glam Eyes- Good mascara but needs a primer. It's not thick enough but if you put a primer on underneath your lashes will be huge! It has a pretty good applicator that is a straight brush but its made out of rubber or something so it bends a little.


If anyone out there has any recommendations for a dramatic and flake free mascara, please enlighten me!

Nude Heels

All I can say is HOT! I love nude heels. My friend Jenny showed me the light and ever since then, life has been a little bit better.

The great thing about nude heels is that they match EVERYTHING and they break up the monotony of black. Another advantage is that they camouflage damage, so you don't have to be embarrassed about little nicks and scratches on your heels. The best thing is that they elongate your legs. Look at Drew, see what I mean? Legs for days :)


So treat yourself to a pair of new heels, they will be great for fall and the holiday season so you will definitely get your use out of them!