Scarlett Style

Fabulous Hair Tutorials by My Yellow Sandbox!

2011-07-19T17:06:00.000-05:00

Ok- if you love to do fun things with your hair, you must check out Abby's blog- My Yellow Sandbox!
Abby is adorable, and shows you how to do fantastic everyday and special occasion looks with your hair. She has You Tube tutorials, as well as an upcoming ebook (a bargain at $4.99!)!

Shasta Anne Clarisonic Giveaway!

2011-07-19T15:46:00.000-05:00

The adorable Shasta Anne is giving away a fabulous Clarisonic over on her blog. Go check it out! I would love to win this and get muh pores sparkling!!

Fun Teacher Giveaway!

2011-07-02T14:06:00.000-05:00

Adventures In Teaching is giving away an adorable Scentsy warmer that would look and smell FAB in my classroom!!! Head on over, follow her and get in the running!!

Stylemint!

2011-06-20T18:24:00.000-05:00

MK & Ashley Olsen are launching a new t-shirt line --- Stylemint! Follow the link to sign up and be one of the first to see it, and possibly receive some free merch!

Wee Bit of Me Wednesday

2011-04-20T16:25:00.000-05:00

{one} how often do you do laundry?Once a week
{two} what is your favorite type of cookie?Oatmeal sans raisins
{three} what would you do with an extra $2000 per month?SAVE!
{four} what was/is your favorite subject in school?English
{five} have you ever ridden in a hot air balloon?No, but I would like to
{six} what was your high school mascot?The Patriots
{seven} if you had the chance to go into space, would you?I doubt it
{eight} how often do you go dancing?Well, at least once a year--the whole family gets down at the beach!
{nine} would you rather drive or fly?Fly!
{ten} have you ever been caught re-gifting?No

WINNER!!!

2011-04-20T15:57:00.001-05:00

Congratulations SCMOMOF2BOYS! You won the Thirty One giveaway!!

I've emailed you the details.

Thank you to all who entered!

FUN thirty-one GIVEAWAY!

2011-04-11T20:08:00.004-05:00

Happy St. Patrick's Day!!!

2011-03-17T12:08:00.000-05:00

OMGap! $25 off $50

2011-03-10T20:22:00.000-06:00

Follow the link above, enter your mobile number and receive a text from Gap for $25 off $50 for your next in-store purchase!!!

Wee Bit of Me Wednesday

2011-03-02T17:06:00.000-06:00

I have got to jump-start my entry back into blogland!

{one} do you wear holey jeans? if so, do you buy them that way?Yes, always a fan of that look! But I think I only have one pair that came that way--others are holes au natural!!
{two} do you get a full 8 hours of sleep per night?I try, but usually get about 6 during the week.
{three} what’s your favorite way to eat an oreo?Don't care for Oreos. Sad, right?
{four} do you wear shoes in your house?YES! I cannot stand to be barefoot, except on the beach!
{five} who would you call first if you won the lottery?My husband
{six} have you ever been in a food fight?No, and even watching one in a movie bugs me LOL.
{seven} do you snore?So I've been told...
{eight} do you know how fast you type?No idea--I am a self taught hunt and peck typer.
{nine} can you do a headstand (without using a wall)?Probably not.
{ten} how do you like your popcorn?Butter, salt and a little bit of pepper, and I also like it a little "overdone".

Merry Christmas!

2010-12-25T10:11:00.000-06:00

All I want for Christmas...

2010-11-28T22:42:00.001-06:00

Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving! Ours was wonderfully relaxing!!

Time to start thinking about Christmas---only 3 more weeks of school. The countdown is ON!

I'm done shopping for my little princess, and only have a few more gifts to obtain for others. So now I am going to share with you my WISHlist--heavy on the wish, a little bit at a time!!!

For some reason I am dying for some hair tools this year:

I *heart* the Poof Comb!

Waiting for the mail...

2010-10-21T17:29:00.000-05:00

Rue La La $20 Credit!

2010-10-18T17:54:00.000-05:00

If you don't have a Rue La La account, this would be a great time to get one! From now until October 25, if you sign up through my referral link you will receive a $20 credit, instead of the usual $10 !!

Rue La La, the destination for 2-day-only Boutiques, is filled with the designers we love at private sale prices. It's free, fabulous, and invitation-only. Here's your invitation!

Sephora Friends & Family

2010-09-27T21:15:00.000-05:00

The rumors are flying---Sephora's Friends & Family event is said to be starting on October 21st! 20% your whole order online.

Here's my dream wishlist:

Fragrances by Fresh

Makeup by Bobbi Brown

Gifts & Sets by Dolce & Gabbana

Makeup by Urban Decay

Eye Shadow by Too Faced

Wonderful Winnings!

2010-09-12T19:49:00.000-05:00

Last month I was the lucky winner in Nouveau Cheap's fantastic E.L.F. contest! Here are the fantastic items I won!!!

Thank you, G! And thank you E.L.F!

Just like you...only prettier

2010-08-04T13:13:00.000-05:00

LOVIN' this song, and the video is hilarious. Doin' us Texas girls proud, Ran!!!

Sugar Doll Blogger Award!

2010-08-03T22:48:00.000-05:00

The darling Belle at The Tale of a Southern Belle gave me the Sugar Doll Blogger Award.

Thank you, Belle!

Check out her blog, it's fabulous!!

The rules of this award are to thank the person who gave it to you, share 10 things about yourself and then give the award to 10 newly discovered bloggers.

Here are my 10:

1. I have an almost 7 year old daughter.

2. I am a first grade teacher.

3. I have been married to my man for 12 1/2 years.

4. We have 2 puggies.

5. This is my motto:

6. I am left handed.

7. I love to read more than just about anything.

8. My favorite food is sushi.

9. I love makeup.

10. My favorite music in the world is made by Fleetwood Mac.

And I send the award to:
1. The Brocks Rock!
2. Saltwater Dreams
3. Just A Girl Blogging
4. Tickled Pink and Green
5. Bella Make Up
6. LanaIndiana
7. The Gloss Goss
8. Her Highness of Cute
9. Being Mrs. Cullins
10. Teaching in Heels

Spray Tan Rap!

2010-07-29T17:10:00.000-05:00

This is so funny!

New Favorite Primer!

2010-07-22T16:32:00.000-05:00

Photo by Nouveau Cheap

I have mentioned before on my blog that my skin seems to get oilier, the older I get. I am always on the hunt for a mattifying primer to keep my makeup from sliding right off my face! Back in March, the lovely Recessionista over at Nouveau Cheap recommended Black Radiance Complexion Perfection Shine Control Primer. I really wanted to try it, but could not find it anywhere. Fast forward 4 months, and I found it at one of my Walmarts.

LOVE it! Please go read Recessionista's Review, and check out her entire blog---she is amazing!!!

Beauty Would You Rather TAG!

2010-07-08T20:21:00.001-05:00

I shamelessly stole this from the lovely Veronika!

1.Would you rather go out with messy hair and nice make-up or Nice hair and no make-up?

Messy hair with nice makeup! My hair is usually messy anyway!

2.Would you rather shave your eyebrows or have your eyelashes fall out?

Yuck! Eyelashes falling out, I suppose. Brows would just be freakish.
3.Would you rather be forced to shop at only MAC or Sephora for the rest of your life?

MAC!

4.Would you rather wear lipgloss/lipliner look or 80's perm?

80's perm, cause I rocked once- I can rock it again! LOL

5.Would you rather leave the house with an obvious foundation line or overdone blush?

Overdone blush--cannot stand the foundation line!

6.Would you rather wear MC Hammer pants or biker shorts in public?

MC Hammer pants!

7.Would you rather have a bad orange-y spray tan or really weird tan lines that can't be covered?

I'd rather have tan lines.

8.Would you rather have a bad haircut or bad hair color?

Bad color, because you can redye it.

9.Would you rather have youtube or twitter taken away forever?

Twitter. I *heart* YT!

10. Would you rather give up using makeup brushes or mascara?

Brushes- I can totally go without them, but mascara is my favorite cosmetic!

3 Things I'm Loving!

2010-06-19T23:12:00.000-05:00

A few things I'm loving right now...

***Homemade SaLsA!

(not my salsa pictured!)
I live in the land of Tex-Mex, and have eaten lots of different salsas---or "hot sauce" as we call it. This is my all-time favorite recipe from my dear friend, Victor "V-Lo" Lopez. When he told me how to make it, I was shocked at the simplicity!

1 large can diced tomatoes
2-3 jalapeno peppers (stems cut off)
salt to taste
blend ingredients in a blender or food processor

It is just so fresh and delicious! You can adjust the heat by adding or subtracting jalapenos. I use 2 with seeds, and it is usually fine for my six year old.

***MAC Greasepaint Stick

These sticks are like a better vesion of a MAC Shadestick. They make a smoky eye a snap! I use them as a base for my shadow---they keep it in place on my oily lids. They come in several colors, all in a kind of black base- hence the greatness for a smoky look. I am loving the gray, navy and purple ones. Also, the plain black does a fantastic job on the waterline.

***Destroyed Skinny Jeans

Wearing these a ton, rolled up or down. LOVE and only $19.99!

99 Memories

2010-06-18T23:56:00.001-05:00

I saw this cute survey on Same Sweet Girl's Blog.
Here is a list of 99 memories. I've highlighted the ones I've experienced.

Do it on your blog and link back!!! :)

1. started your own blog

2. slept under the stars (once in the back of a truck and quite a few times camping)

3. played in a band

4. visited hawaii (every island!)

5. watched a meteor shower

6. given more to charity than you could afford to

7. been to disney

8. climbed a mountain

9. held a praying mantis

10. sung a solo

11. bungee jumped

12. visited paris

13. watched a thunder and lightning storm

14. taught yourself an art from scratch

15. adopted a child

16. had food poisoning

17. walked to the top of the statue of liberty

18. grown your own vegetables

19. seen the mona lisa in france

20. slept on an overnight train

21. had a pillow fight

22. hitch hiked

23. taken a sick day when you’re not ill

24. built a snow fort

25. held a lamb

26. gone skinny dipping

27. run a marathon

28. ridden in a gondola in venice

29. seen a total eclipse

30. watched a sunrise or sunset

31. hit a home run

32. been on a cruise

33. seen niagara falls in person

34. visited the birthplace of your ancestors

35. seen an amish community

36. taught yourself a new language

37. had enough money to be truly satisfied

38. seen the leaning tower of pisa in person

39. gone rock climbing

40. seen michelangelo’s david in person

41. sung karaoke

42. seen old faithful erupt

43. bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant

44. visited africa

45. walked on a beach by moonlight

46. been transported in an ambulance

47. had your portrait painted

48. gone deep sea fishing

49. seen the sistine chapel in person

50. been to the top of the eiffel tower in paris

51. gone scuba diving or snorkeling

52. kissed in the rain

53. played in the mud

54. gone to a drive-in theater

55. been in a movie

56. visited the great wall of china

57. started a business

58. taken a martial arts class

59. visited russia

60. served at a soup kitchen

61. sold girl scout cookies

62. gone whale watching

63. gotten flowers for no reason

64. donated blood, platelets or plasma

65. been sky diving

66. visited a concentration camp

67. bounced a check

68. flown in a helicopter

69. saved a favorite childhood toy

70. visited the lincoln memorial

71. eaten caviar

72. pieced a quilt

73. stood in times square

74. toured the everglades

75. been fired from a job

76. seen the changing of the guard in london

77. broken a bone

78. been a passenger on a motorcycle

79. seen the grand canyon in person

80. published a book

81. visited the vatican

82. bought a brand new car

83. walked in jerusalem

84. had your picture in the newspaper

85. kissed a stranger at midnight on new year’s eve

86. visited the white house

87. killed and prepared an animal for eating

88. had chickenpox

89. saved someone’s life

90. sat on a jury

91. met someone famous

92. joined a book club

93. gotten a tattoo

94. had a baby

95. seen the alamo in person

96. swam in the great salt lake

97. been involved in a law suit

98. owned a cell phone

99. been stung by a bee

Earworm

2010-06-16T22:28:00.000-05:00

Totally love this song & the video is adorable!

Wowza- watch to the end, it's worth it!

2010-05-23T14:36:00.002-05:00

bahahahaha! LOVE!!

2010-05-22T02:53:00.003-05:00

Locks of Love

2010-05-17T01:23:00.000-05:00

The Preppy Mafia Giveaway!

2010-05-09T20:56:00.000-05:00

Head on over to The Preppy Mafia to enter their fabulous giveaway!!! It's full of sweet pink & green swag!

A Day at the Japanese Gardens

2010-04-26T19:10:00.000-05:00

My sweet girl and I enjoyed an afternoon at our city's Botanic Gardens recently.

It was so beautiful and relaxing!

I think this last one is her attempt at looking "saintly". She did receive a few "Lives of the Saints" books in her Easter basket! LOL

42 Beauty Questions

2010-04-21T20:33:00.005-05:00

I saw this fun Tag over at Saltwater Dreams, and thought I would do it here!

1) How many times do you wash your face daily?

Once, at night.

2) What skin type do you have?
Oily for the most part. My skin has gotten oilier lately---strange at 36.

3) What is your current facial wash?
Clean & Clear Foaming Face Wash

4) Do you exfoliate?
Yes, usually with a cotton washcloth.

5) What brand do you use?
n/a

6) What moisturizer do you use?
Oil of Olay

7) Do you have freckles?
Only on my shoulders

8) Do you use eye cream?
Not regularly...but I have before and still do use it occasionally

9) Do you or did you have acne prone skin?
Yes, when I was a teen. And now it is cyclical and hormonal.

10) Did you ever have to use Pro-Activ?
Yes, too harsh for me

MAKE UP

11) What foundation do you use?
Only occasionally- Neutrogena Healthy Skin (dupe for Nars Sheer Glow)

12) How about concealer?
Right now it's Amazing Cosmetics Concealer- great stuff!

13) Do you know your undertone colour?
Pink, I think.

14) What do you think of fake eyelashes?
Love them! But only for special occasions.

15) Did you know you were supposed to change your mascara every 3 months?
Yes, and I need a fresh tube about once a month.

16) What brand of mascara do you use?
Cover Girl Lashblast and Maybelline Lash Stiletto

17) Sephora or Mac?
I love Sephora, but MAC is my fave.

18) Do you have a Mac Pro card?
YES!

19) What makeup tools do you use in makeup application?
Brushes- mostly Mac and some randoms

20) Do you use makeup base/primer for the eyes?
I've tried 'em all, and nothing truly works for these oily lids. I still go through the motions with UDPP/Paint Pots

21) For the face?
Monistat Anti-Chafing Gel (dupe for Smashbox Primer)

22) What is your favourite eyeshadow? Colour or shade?
I love taupes for everyday and purples for excitement (I have green eyes)

23) Do you use pencil or liquid liner?
Both- liquid or gel on upper lash line, and pencil on lower

24) How often do you poke your eyes with an eyeliner pencil?
rarely, unless I sneeze!

25) What do you think of pigment eye shadows?
Love them, and I press them into shadows

26) Do you use mineral makeup?
Yes- Mac Mineralize Skinfinishes in natural shades and highlights

27) What is your favourite lipstick?
Mac "O"

28) How about lipgloss?
NYX Star

29) What is your favourite blush to use?
Nars Sin

30) Do you buy your makeup on Ebay?
No

31) Do you like drugstore makeup?
Yes!!

32) Do you go to CCO's?Cosmetic Company Outlet?
I have- not impressed at all

33) Did you ever consider taking makeup classes?
Yes

34) Are you clumsy in putting on makeup?
No

35) Name a makeup crime that you hate?

Not enough blending.

36) Do you like colourful shades of makeup (lipstick or eyeshadow) or neutral ones?
Both- depends on the situation

37) Which celebrity always has great makeup?

Kim Kardashian, Gwen Stefani, Fergie

38) If you could leave the house using just ONE makeup item, what would you use?
Mac Mineralized Skinfinish

39) Could you leave the house without any makeup on?
Yes, and do often

40) Do you think you look good even without any makeup on?
Decent, esp if I have some color

41) In your opinion what is the BEST makeup line?
Mac

42) What do you think of makeup?

LOVe it! It's an inexpensive way to be creative and make yourself look and feel good.

Helena Bonham Carter~ Style Icon

2010-04-18T17:20:00.000-05:00

I'm afraid I may be alone in my love of Helena Bonham Carter's style. She's adorable and quirky, and often on the "worst dressed"/"what were they thinking" lists. But I love her anyway.
I love the old-fashioned aspects she adds to her ensembles, always a Victorian or Edwardian twist. So veeery British.

Shopaholics- How do they do it?

2010-04-18T13:33:00.000-05:00

I love to read fashion blogs!

But I wonder...

How do they do it?

How do they afford it all?

Are they independently wealthy? Do they just make great money? Are they in debt up to their eyeballs?

I know it is really none of my business, but how does a 17 year old afford $1000 shoes?

I am totally envious.

Do. not. get. it.

Do you?

V. Cool

2010-03-05T21:41:00.000-06:00

Happy 101!

2010-02-09T18:00:00.005-06:00

Thank you to the sweet Short Southern Momma for giving me this fun tag! Be sure to visit her adorable blog!!

Here are the rules:

List 10 things that make you happy. (try to do one of those things TODAY!)

Tag 10 bloggers that brighten your day.

Make sure to link back to the person that tagged you!

10 Things That Make Me Happers!

1. My sweet Mathilda

2. My darling Tim

3. Doug & Max the pugs

4. Spending time with my family

5. My house on Friday afternoons (aprés housekeeper!)

6. The smell of coconut

7. Sushi

8. The Volvo

9. The beach

10. Shopping

I tag:

Weasel's Journey

Humble Pie

Two Hands Full of Daisies

Grosgrain Garage

Makeup by CrystalS

The Diary of a Crazy Wife

Amber's Notebook

Nouveau Sweet

Love From Texas

Angelica Grace Designs

Faith 21 Rant!

2010-02-09T17:50:00.005-06:00

Why is Faith 21 so incredibly FUGLY?!?! Forever 21 can make cheap, fashion-forward clothing for teeny people, but their attempt at something above a size 10 is horrid! Totally looks cheap and slutty. And how about a SLEEVE or TWO?! 98% of it is sleeveless.....in the WINTER.

It's almost been a year, Forever 21, and you still have not produced anything cohesive or attractive. What a WASTE.

Rant over.

Formspring!

2010-01-13T17:46:00.002-06:00

I added a Formspring over to the left. Feel free to ask me anything.

I am lacking inspiration right now because I am ramping up to a new job. AHL BE BACK!

In case you were wondering...

2010-01-11T22:37:00.001-06:00

I *AM* wearing a leopard print "snuggeh" in the Little Edie photo below.

That is all.

For now.

HeeHee

I am staunch!

2009-12-27T17:11:00.004-06:00

"But you see in dealing with me, the relatives didn't know that they were dealing with a staunch character and I tell you if there's anything worse than dealing with a staunch woman... S-T-A-U-N-C-H. There's nothing worse, I'm telling you. They don't weaken, no matter what."

~Edith "Little Edie" Bouvier Beale

(Apparently I had a one too many cocktails, and did my Little Edie impression at the family Christmas gathering. Good thing Hubby captured it on film.......or not.)

If you haven't seen Grey Gardens, I highly recommend you do, dahling! And do see the newer HBO version, as well.

It was a very Barry Christmas, y'all.

Merry Christmas!

2009-12-24T09:03:00.000-06:00

Merry Christmas!

SATC 2 Trailer

2009-12-23T13:43:00.001-06:00

Looks good!!!

50 Followers!

2009-12-18T09:32:00.003-06:00

I have 50 followers! WOW! Thank you so much for reading my blog!

I am going to announce a giveaway soon!

Thank you, God

2009-12-15T22:32:00.003-06:00

I received a major blessing in my life today. I'd like to post a prayer of thanks to God here on my blog.

For all You have given,
Thank You God.

For all You have withheld,
Thank You God.

For all You have withdrawn,
Thank You God.

For all You have permitted,
Thank You God.

For all You have prevented,
Thank You God.

For all You have forgiven me,
Thank You God.

For all You have prepared for me,
Thank You God.

For the death You have chosen for me,
Thank you God.

For the place you are keeping for me in heaven,
Thank You God.

For having created me to love You for eternity,
Thank You God.

Burberry Christmas

2009-12-08T08:40:00.003-06:00

Before my daughter was born my father brought her a beautiful silk Burberry dress from London. That first Christmas she wore the dress for our card photo, and a tradition began...

Gone to Canton!

2009-12-03T12:48:00.003-06:00

Gone to Canton with my Mama for our annual Christmas shopping trip!

Friend Makin' Mondays

2009-12-01T00:19:00.005-06:00

Well, I am a bit late on this one (as in, it's now Tuesday)! What a fun concept this is---every Monday people can share on their blogs, and make new friends! Click here to check it out!

1. Favorite website~ Facebook

2. Favorite color~ Pink

3. Facebook? facebook.com/marmendy

4. Favorite Christmas song? Carol of the Bells

5. Christmas tree: Real or fake? Allergies=Fake

6. Hottest celebrity? Andy Garcia

7. Favorite restaurant? Sushi Yoko

8. Favorite magazine? People

9. Favorite thing to drink around the holidays? Champers

10. Favorite Christmas movie? Christmas Vacation

Pictures

2009-11-29T15:02:00.004-06:00

Hubby did a Christmas card shoot on Thanksgiving while we were at the farm...

Happy Thanksgiving, y'all!

2009-11-25T22:42:00.001-06:00

Happy Thanksgiving!

The Fashionable Housewife's Coach Giveaway!

2009-11-23T21:45:00.004-06:00

Coach has partnered with The Fashionable Housewife for an amazing giveaway! They are one of Coach’s 30 favorite bloggers and have partnered with them for their Holiday Blog-a-Day promotion this year! They are giving one lucky reader the chance to win the fabulous

Amethyst Texture Metallic Audrey Shoulderbag!!!

Go enter now!!!

Christmas Wish List

2009-11-22T11:03:00.009-06:00

Christmas Wish List

Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM

iPhone 3Gs

Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1

MAC Gift Card

Anthropologie Gift Card

Sephora Gift Card

Northpark Mall Gift Card

Bebe Aztec Necklace

Estee Lauder Youth Dew in the classic bottle

Keep Calm and Carry On print

More, More, More!!!

2009-11-18T14:02:00.004-06:00

Sex and the City Author Candace Bushnell is giving us more, more, more Carrie Bradshaw!!! I am so excited about the new book, The Carrie Diaries, coming out in April. The book gives us a view of Carrie before SATC times.

Even though it's considered a YA book, I'll take more Carrie any way I can get it!!!

Winter Fragrances

2009-11-10T15:32:00.008-06:00

Two fragrances caught my fancy this fall, Couture Couture by Juicy Couture and Natori by Josie Natori.

I have to say the Couture Couture is my favorite of the two. It's more wearable for daytime. It has a yummy scent--you can definitely smell the grape in there, but it's not Kool-Aid-ish. It warms up nicely, but I wish there was more staying power.

The Natori is definitely more of a nighttime scent. Mysterious, mature and rich. Pleased with this since I got it for half retail price. Might not be so happy if I'd paid full price :/ .

I am itching to try *another* cool weather fragrance. I have heard many people rave about the new Bath & Body Works Twilight Woods fragrance, including one of my favorite bloggers Nouveau Cheap, that I must check it out! And since B&BW is always running some sort of deal, I know I can get it for a bargain!!!

Sweetcheeks 100 Follower Giveaway

2009-11-04T18:11:00.003-06:00

Sweetcheeks is having a FAB giveaway to celebrate 100 followers (though now it is more like 150!)! You go girl! I will definitely do one of these when I hit 100 followers--but it might be a while!!!

Here are the wonderful prizes...

The winner will recieve:

St Moriz tanning mousse

Eyeko fat balm (raspberry)

ELF Lippie in nicely nude

NYX lippies in sash

Eyeshadow pallete with browns and nude shades

Head on over there and enter!!!

Hannah Halloween!

2009-11-03T22:01:00.002-06:00

Stop....Cameltime

2009-11-01T11:29:00.002-06:00

We had a ball at the ball! The theme was Midnight in Morocco, so there were camels!

Cute and sweet, but veeeerrry stinky.

Bento

2009-10-29T09:23:00.005-05:00

I love making Bento lunches for my girl. I don't usually get too "out there" with creativity, but yesterday was a good one!

*Homemade Red Pepper Hummus (Mathilda really enjoyed helping me make this in the food processor) with peanut eyes/nose, tomato mouth and lettuce hair.

*Yellow & orange bell pepper spears and cherry tomatoes for dipping

*Mini pita sandwich- roast beef

*Not pictured: Cheddar Goldfish, a clementine and bottled water

I love these stackable Hello Kitty bento boxes. I found them at Dollar Tree!

Hairdo for the ball

2009-10-28T00:07:00.006-05:00

My hubby and I are attending his annual men's club debutante ball Saturday evening. It is a very formal ball, and we usually have a wonderful time. It begins very sedate with white gowns and Texas dips, and usually moves on to a rowdy drunken dance party with a fab, fun band.

I'm wearing a black gown (I know, real original). Hopefully I can post some pictures after the weekend.

I am struggling with deciding on a hairstyle since I cut my hair shorter than usual. I am thinking of something like this...

This stuff is b.a.n.a.n.a.s.

2009-10-22T22:39:00.001-05:00

These made me laugh so hard...

My Baby

2009-10-22T21:00:00.001-05:00

Angie Seaman Photography Giveaway

2009-10-13T16:51:00.005-05:00

Sweet Angie of Angie Seaman Photography and AngelicaGraceDesigns is giving away an awesome instant camera!

It's a Fuji Instax camera, which is a new camera reminiscent of a Polaroid!

I'd LOVE to win this camera so I can share the rEtRo fun of an instant camera with my six year old daughter, Mathilda, just like I used my Polaroid when I was her age!

Go check out Angie's fabulous style and enormous talent...

and enter this awesome contest, too!

(photos from the PhotoJojo website!)

Fall/Winter Fragrance

2009-10-05T20:02:00.003-05:00

There is a chill in the air, even here in Texas. And that means it's time to break out the cool weather fragrances. For me that means a woody oriental. Last fall my sweet husband bought me a bottle of Tom Ford Black Orchid. Despite the name, it's really not floral at all. It is deep and dark with mainly sandalwood and patchouli notes on my skin.

Alas, the bottle is almost empty, so I need a new fragrance. My plan is to go to Sephora and smell some new ones. I am interested in the new Juicy Couture called Couture Couture. I'd also like to try Viktor & Rolf's Flowerbomb.

What is your favorite cool weather fragrance?

Hard Candy @ Walmart

2009-10-01T17:22:00.002-05:00

Recessionista over at Nouveau Cheap found the new Hard Candy line at her local Walmart. Hard Candy was previously a higher end line, widely known for their funky nail polish colors (back before every brand had outrageous color offerings).

From Recessionista's pictures, Hard Candy at WM looks FABULOUS! Check it out!

Wordless Wednesday

2009-09-30T20:49:00.002-05:00