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Miss Fix It: Hollister Medical Adhesive

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Hollister’s is typically used to adhere prosthetics to the body, but it has so many other glorious uses in the world of beauty and fashion. 

 

 

Remember this dress?

 

 

Yeah, well it wasn’t staying on by the grace of God, that’s for sure.

 

Now, while I can’t say for sure that J.Lo used Hollister’s specifically, I will say her stylists used something similar.  Use for extra security for strapless pads, halter dresses, or when you want straps to stay put.  My tips? Spray on to you—not your clothing.  Wait for it to dry and apply your clothing carefully.   For those heavy duty jobs, spray into a small cup and let it thicken.  Apply with Q-Tip or old makeup brush and follow the instructions above.  Whatever you do, just don’t think you’ll master it on the first try.  Be sure to give yourself practice.

 

When double sided tape isn’t enough—choose Hollister’s!

My 6 Yr Old Could Plan Your Wedding

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 This is an actual drawing done by my kids.  Yes, that is a martini glass, and a wedding cake with Batman and Barbie on top; next to a birthday cake with candles.

Having kids is a wonderful, exhilarating, tiring, but completely rewarding experience.  I watch my six year old interact and gain so much inspiration.  You should totally let her plan your wedding.  Here is what she can teach you:

 

  • Go buy a 64 pack of crayons.  It’s okay to experiment with color.
  • Share.  People will like you more.
  • Nobody likes it (or you) when you’re Little Miss Bossy. 
  • Have fun.  That’s what it’s all about. 
  • Try something new.  You might like it. 
  • Listen to your mom.  She can be right most of the time, as irritating as it may be.
  • Tantrums rarely work.
  • It’s ok cry.

 

As the old adage says “Out of the mouth of babes”.

Miss Fix It : One N’ Only Color Fix

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In cleaning out my bathroom closet last week, I found several things that I have used to repair what I thought would be utter catastrophes.  I’ll be sharing them with you in the next few weeks.

 

I probably have more hair color and developers in our closet than shampoos, and trust me  I have lots of shampoo.  My all time favorite salon is in Baltimore, so needless to say, I don’t get to go often.  I had my hair colored professionally last year and it was awful. So much so, that the so called “correction” was just as worse.  And of course, I  had client meetings every day that next week.  Looking like a crayon was not an option. 

I rushed over to Sally Beauty Supply and purchased Color Fix, and I swear, it is the best thing EVER.  So if you have a color mishap before your e-shots, shower, party, or God forbid, wedding and refuse to seek professional help, you can rest assured, that Color Fix will get you where you need to be.

 

This week’s fix-it:  Color Fix from Sally Beauty Supply, retails for $13.99

Would You Get Him a Mirdle?

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You know, a male girdle?

 

 

Ok, gents—I apologize.  It is a “core precision undershirt,” and does for men what Spanx did for women. 

It’s rather smart, if you think about it.  His Luxeness is not under any less pressure than his fiancee when it comes to looking (and feeling) fabulous on his wedding day.  He will probably change his eating habits and go to the gym a lot more during the week to prep for the day.  Pile that on top of the several things he is expected to know and do in life in general—and it’s stressful!

Equmen now offer a subtle bodyshaping undershirt that pulls in and gently shapes where he will need it most…on the day he will need it most!  I think it’s a great idea and there is no shame in it at all!

 

 

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Just Because You Can, Doesn’t Mean You Should…

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When you are planning your wedding, it is quite tempting to consider your own wants and needs throughout the process.  Throwing a “never-you-mind” attitude at bridesmaids, future-in-laws, and guests may feel good momentarily, but the repercussions to follow may be long lasting.   Let’s consider the following scenarios:

You totally disregard your bridesmaids’ objections to your choice of dress—Your maids are less than thrilled with the dress you’ve picked out for them.  It looks great on the model—who is every bit of 95 pounds soaking wet and with her hair extensions in.  Your bridesmaids however are real world women.  They have curves, pouches, hips, thighs or none of the above.  So what looked great on the model looks like death on your bridesmaids.

You can: Use your carte blanche: “But it’s my wedding…” argument.  So, instead of having fabulous pictures of you and your best friends—you now have pictures of you looking fabulous and all of your bridesmaids having the “stomach virus” face, because they are so disgusted and completely uncomfortable in their dress.

You should: Offer dresses that come in both regular and plus sizes or allow your friends to choose between at least two dresses in the same color.  No one said it is absolutely mandatory for them all to wear the same thing.  FYI—it’s not.  Show some personality, and let them pick what they want.  After all, they are stuck with the dress after the wedding.

Your future mother-in-law wants to throw you a bridal shower and you are less than thrilled—You would much rather that she come to the shower planned by your maid of honor.  You don’t know why she has to be a prima donna and have her own shower.  You won’t know half the people there, and it’s not about her.  It’s about you.  At least, that’s what you keep telling everyone.

You can:  Fake sick or pull your own diva move and say that you won’t go:  there is only one shower (which is being thrown by your MOH) and she can be there or not.  All the while, you can ignore the pleas from your poor fiance who just wants you both to get along.

You should: Play nice.  If you refuse to go, you win the battle but lose the war.  Life does happen after the shower.  You still have the wedding to attend, and you do not want your future MIL and her family/guests to feel slighted at your wedding.  Trust me—you will be able to cut the tension with a knife, and your wedding will not be a blending of two families, but a scene from West Side Story.  Okay, so what your FMIL wants her own shower?  Look at it as her opportunity to show her personal affection for you to all of the important people in her life.  There will be plenty of opportunities to merge families after the wedding.

Remember it’s a celebration of your engagement and wedding, but it’s not about only you.  It’s about every one involved that chooses to celebrate with you.

What’s On Your Wedding Bucket List?

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People create bucket lists of things they would like to do before they die.  Some lists are elaborate, others are simple.  They typically reflect the inner needs and personalities of its creator.  It also helps the writer of the list put their entire life into perspective.  That being said—without all of the frills, drama and the like– here is a question for you:

 

What three things do you want to do or have at your wedding before it’s over?

 

 

(those of you already married share yours too—what you had or wish you had at your wedding!)

GTD Song :: Right Round

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I know some of my friends will be disgusted that I chose this song as they are already so over it, but it’s infectious for me!  I love it for the very reason they hate it–
for the ‘80s throwback.  The female vocal is very “Wendy and Lisa”-ish (a la Prince and the Revolution) for me. 

Enjoy.  Let’s get some work (and some dancing) done!

Go Green with Recyclable Luggage

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Perhaps you have already decided to go on a green honeymoon.  Perhaps not—but you still want to do your part to travel efficiently and in a responsible manner towards our environment.  Good on ya, mate!  Now, it can be made just a little bit easier with Papier Bags by Saskia Diez which will be available in select retail stores and on the online shop next month.  Saskia Diez is a world renowned jeweler who will now grace the world with her eco-friendly luggage. 

According to Trendhunter, the bags are made from synthetic paper, etched with sterling silver and are recyclable, waterproof and almost impossible to tear. 

You Can Have Disney World–I’ve Got…

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The Museum of the American Cocktail!

(And Disney World, I was just kidding. You know I love you)

Based in gorgeous New Orleans, MOTAC (as it is affectionately called) is “dedicated to the past, present and future of civilized drinking”.  Hold on for a second. I’m getting a little emotional.

 

Okay.

 

With different annual memberships starting at just $35 per year, everyone from the student to the connoisseur can learn any and everything about the American cocktail, its history and its future.  With a bustling online gift shop, virtual exhibit, and fun events like Who’s Your Daddy? A Mai Tai paternity test, you really can’t help but to be completely enamored by the knowledge, antiques and recipes. 

 

The museum also creates pocket recipe guides and full  journals of research dedicated to cocktails, recipes, and other mixed drink forms.  Anyone who can appreciate a great cocktail will find themselves in good company. 

 

If you’re in New Orleans—go visit! If not, visit virtually!  Test out a few recipes;  you know, all for the sake of research for your signature drink 😉

 

:: Pictures from MOTAC  website ::

 

And seriously, Disney—I was kidding.  Call me.