Sprinkles of Fairy Dust
November 15th, 2011
Just in case you need it today. I’m sharing … : )
To everyone who reads this, here is a little fairy dust to make all your troubles disappear!
Bella
XoX
Holiday Eyes
November 13th, 2011
Holiday eyes gives you a moment to really express your inner DIVA. Watch this video as they transform Sydney’s eyes into a Winter Wonderland!
{holiday how to : glittery eyes} from {this is glamorous} on Vimeo.
S T E P O N E
begin by creating a base : prime the eyelid and the area beneath the eye with concealer and to ensure it stays put, dust on a layer of loose, matte powder
S T E P T W O
blend a powder eyeshadow over the eyelid; to make gaps less noticeable, choose a shade which complements your choice of glitter
S T E P T H R E E
take the eyeshadow underneath the eye and blend it along the lower lashes; then, work a black eyeliner pencil across the top and bottom lash lines, and along the upper and lower inner rims
S T E P F O U R
apply two coats of black mascara to the lashes
S T E P F I V E
dip a flat, synthetic eyeshadow brush in glitter glue [here or here] and press it over the eyelid, avoiding the lash line, as the adhesive can sting if it enters the eye
S T E P S I X
pick up some glitter on the same brush [as used in step five] and, using the flat side, pat it onto the eyelid; keep adding more until you build up the desired intensity
Another great example of a smokey eye combined with glitter. If you find it impossible to do it yourself, you can always take an image like this one to any makeup counter and they can easily recreate it for you!
Hope you had a great week and an even better weekend!
Bella
XoX
{all how-to instructions [with edits] from little miss makeup // original video created by little miss makeup for youtube // current video via this is glamorous on vimeo // image : planet blue holiday campaign // photography: zoey grossman // makeup: stacey tan // styling: ashley glorioso // model: sydney roper via studded hearts & a glamorous little side project}
This Season’s Must Have Poncho!
November 7th, 2011
Last week Gold, this week winter whites call for silver!
This weekend I purchased this Michael Kors fur neck poncho. Easily transform any outfit into GLAM.
It’s officially Fall in Arizona, warm drinks, fireplaces and bundled up attire everywhere I go. I spent the majority of my weekend re-organizing my closet and familiarizing myself with coats, scarves and hats!
Happy Monday Dolls!
Bella
XoX
Paris Street Style – Chapitre Neuf
November 6th, 2011
Dress from Debenhams // Sunglasses from Ray-ban // Leather jacket from Uniqlo // Bag from Yesstyle // sandals from Tory Burch.
Hoping everyone had a great weekend!
Bella
XoX
The Latest Look – Get Into It! Forget nail polish, the best way to decorate your digits is by rocking some designer nail art!
November 5th, 2011
No heat lamp, no drying time and no waiting required. All you need is clear polish! You instantly top off any look and outfit. It couldn’t be any easier! The brand above is NCLA
My favorite by FAR are these designs by Nail Rock
Forget nail polish, the best way to decorate your digits is by rocking some designer nail art!
The new NAIL ROCK designer nail wrap range is designed to last up to 7 days on nails and 8 weeks on the toes, with each at home nail wrapping treatment taking just 15 minutes to apply. Unlike nail polish they won’t chip or stain the nail and quicker to apply as no drying time required. Choose to embellish your nails with a vast choice of styles which can’t be achieved with regular polish. Designs include metallic gold, silver, dots and animal print.
Sally Hansen Salon Nail Effects Strips are just as CHIC! These are available everywhere. Quite simple to apply as shown here by Pampered and Polished blogger
And by now you’ve probable seen the look of combing polishes with a different tone on your ring finger! What a great option the nail wraps make.
Sally Hansen design board
Your possibilities are endless!
I’ve showcased 3 of the most popular designers but I’m sure there are many more. Get creative, get GLAMOROUS and always remember just how beautiful you are!
Bella
XoX
Gold Rush … Accessories Please!
November 1st, 2011
Saturday I had a blast shopping with my BFF Michele. After a brief lunch at our favorite restaurant, we began the hunt for accessories! I’ve always spoken here about the absolute necessity of accessorizing. And now that I am soooo obsessed with gold, I needed an overhaul to my jewelry collection.
We started out at Dillards in the shoe department, (yes shoes are an accessory) : ) where I found two new lovely pairs of shoes that were just DYING to come home with me! We barely made it out alive from the jewelry department, (umm they were having a sale), so don’t judge!
Michele and I often have the same taste, which creates a problem sometimes. Especially if they only have one! We generally tend to get over it and move quite quickly to the next item.
My major discovery of the day was Michael Kors. I did purchase a cover-up sweater poncho, button up the front piece. So unique I’ll have to photograph it for you. The pictures I found online did not do it any justice.
Always remember to be your most glamorous you can be! As illustrated in the first picture, your typical camel colored sweater. BUT, when you add the accessories it’s an all out drop dead gorgeous look!
Love this time of year when we can break out the sweaters, scarves and hats!
Happy November
Bella
XoX
The Night Is Dark
October 31st, 2011
The night is dark
and the goblins are out,
and the witches and black cats
are prowling about!
And costumed creatures
the strangest I’ve seen,
are knocking on doors
’cause tonight’s Halloween!!!!
Happy Halloween …
Bella XoX
Around The House … Details
October 29th, 2011
On my nightstand Rachel Zoe
My new obsession GUCCI Indy bag
My new wine glasses which have the most beautiful color tones.
Kissing Giraffe sculpture – Once I saw that cutest commercial on TV with this mini giraffe sitting on a pillow, the one where he leans over and gives his owner a little kiss … I’ve been obsessed with giraffes…. lol (have you seen )?
My crystal curtains – looks like it’s raining everyday!
My new dining room rug … love the contrast to the table. I spent so much time on this table it’s crazy. Can’t tell from this picture but there are a ring of swarovski crystals detailing the outside edge. Dining room chairs DIY in earlier post, purchased for 6.00 a piece and recovered with a little glitter fabric. Combined with the crystals and the crystal decor surrounding the table it looks quite amazing at night!
This crystal chandelier hangs in the corner of the dining room. Check out the next picture, the glow it puts out is gorgeous!
Sooo, do you love it or what? I find myself gazing into it all the time. : )
Crystal floral arrangement I made for my living room. Flowers purchased at Z Gallery.
My new manicure … another version of the reverse french!
My cozy patio where I blog from. Just beyond the fence you see in the background is a golf course. Always find the activities distracting… from the cute bunnies that romp the course to the oh so chic fashion that graces the greens everyday!
Happy Weekend Dolls!
Bella
XoX
Reverse French Manicure in Matte Black
October 27th, 2011
OPI Matte Nail Lacquer in Russian Navy, $8.50. Also try: Knock Out Cosmetics Flatte Nail Polish in OX, $19.
OPI and Zoya are both have matte-finish nail polishes, the perfect wear-if-you-dare trendsetting look.
How to Get the Look:
1. Do not use base coat, top coat, speed dryer, or lotions with these polishes.
2. Apply two coats of an OPI Matte shade (Russian Navy – blue in the second picture and You Don’t Know Jacques – black matte shown in first picture).
3. (Optional) Apply the matching glossy polish to the tip, creating a unique French design.
After posting the picture of the black nails in yesterday’s post, I received so many request’s on how to do this. Hope you enjoy the quick tutorial above.
Bella
XoX
Every Holiday Should Sparkle!
October 26th, 2011
It’s easy to transform any home into a haunted manor; here, a towering glittered pumpkin centerpiece, gothic silver candlesticks, and black candles shrouded in “spiderwebs” do the trick.
These synthetic pumpkins of varying sizes glisten with a spectral sheen thanks to coats of paint and ultrafine opaque black, silver, and charcoal (a mixture of black and silver) glitter. They are arranged on a tiered cake stand; layers of ‘Dusty Miller’ foliage and a slew of artificial spiders evoke a ghostly garden.
How to Make the Glittered Pumpkins
To decorate the pumpkins, first paint them black, then apply tacky glue to half of each pumpkin using a paintbrush. Hold pumpkin over a bowl filled with glitter. Spoon glitter over glued surface, making certain the glitter falls into all the crevices and sockets, and any excess lands back in the bowl. Place on a plate or tray and let dry for at least 1 hour. Tap or brush off any excess glitter. Repeat gluing and glittering on uncoated surface of each pumpkin until completely covered, and touch up other areas as needed.
Every holiday should sparkle, don’t you think?
Happy Hump Day Dolls!
Bella
XoX
Some Days You Just Don’t Wanna
October 23rd, 2011
Some days you just don’t wanna. For those days, try this! Seems like I’ve been seeing pictures of this lovely look everywhere. It’s definitely an easy, gorgeous ‘do. Here’s how to get this very uncomplicated knotted ponytail:
Tools
- light holding styling mousse
- comb
- small clear elastic
- large bobbypin
Instructions
- Apply a light holding styling mousse all over from roots to ends for texture and seperation. Hair can be damp or dry. (If it’s dry, be sure it’s a light holding mousse or you could end up with a strong holding mess.)
- Separate the hair over your shoulder into two pieces. The piece from the back should come forward and down (see photo).
- Using your girl scout skills, tie hair into a simple knot. [repeat]
- Secure the two ends together using a clear elastic. Once it’s in there, slide it up underneath the knot to conceal it.
- I like to throw a bobby pin in there for extra security.
- Back comb the ponytail a little for texture and then comb through it with your fingers to settle it.
Tip: Once the steps are complete, tug on it and mess it up a bit. This look is better when it’s a little disheveled!
via LaurenConrad.com
This Week’s Inspiration Board
October 23rd, 2011
This dress by Rachel Gilbert
Elie Saab Perfume
Dress Erin Fetherston
White Decor with Leopard
H &M jewels, threadscence hat
Crisp Fall Mornings
Elie Saab Gown - Just DREAMY
Bustling in London
This vintage skirt from YSL
This Zara skirt
Kim K saying goodbye to New York
I'm such a visual person, I think that's why as a little girl I use to dream through magazines. Now magazines have been replaced by websites, at least in my world. This week I gathered these pictures from the net that gave me design, fashion and glamour inspiration.
My inspiration board this week!
Happy Sunday Dolls!
Bella
XoX
images 5, 7, 8, 9, citified blogspot, images 6, 8, 10, 11, 13 late afternoon, 14 kim k, images 1, 2, 3, 4 the cherry blossom girl
Graffiti
October 21st, 2011
While I’ve often driven by Graffiti, I’ve never appreciated it as much as I did today! Someone quite talented hit this wall and I feel in love with the design. After leaving a luncheon today in Phoenix I just had to stop and check it out.
Happy Friday Dolls!
Bella
XoX
PS I don’t condone gaffiti … but this was out of control : )
Top Knot or Makeup? Which makes a bigger statement?
October 19th, 2011
From Fergie to Kim Kardashian, it looks like stars can’t get enough of the top knot. And we’re not surprised: It’s a chic updo that takes virtually no time, and it’s the perfect solution for a bad-hair day. The Black Eyed Peas singer sported this ‘do with a fancy cocktail dress at an event in L.A. over the weekend, and Kim K. wore it with a strapless column gown to a gala in NYC last night. We’re especially loving Kim’s jumbo earrings—they balance out the hairstyle perfectly.
“To get the look, make sure your hair is completely smooth (mix some hairspray with shine serum for hold and sheen), pull it up into a high pony, twist the strands around and secure the knot with bobby pins.” says Cosmopolitan Magazine
What do you see beyond the top knot? The article was about the hair, but what I notice is the makeup! It’s not a secret I have a huge girl crush on Kim Kardashian, she is just beyond gorgeous! But, the makeup is what makes a difference here. Fergies looks OK, slightly dull and half completed. Kim’s on the other hand is flawless. Could that be her secret? Great makeup artists?
I doubt it entirely can be contributed to that, they do have a great pallet to begin with. This past Spring I hired a makeup artist from Twitter – Tiffany @CoachGlitter and I can tell you the quality of a makeup artist can absolutely make a difference. Tiffany’s work was amazing and so was the transformation.
This is my daughter before and after makeup. (OK she’ll kill me if she see’s this first photo), but it does illustrate the wonders of a great makeup artist!
Bella
XoX
Classic and Timeless Meet GreyLee
October 18th, 2011
Beautiful and stunning is what came to mind when I discovered GreyLee Designs. I’ve seen women wearing these initial necklaces and always admired the look!
Star Jones worn one just before her wedding and even after. Carrie on Sex and the City also sported the ever so popular look.
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Happy Shopping Dolls
Bella
XoX
