So a lot of people seemed to love the ‘How to Make Your Own Lip Gloss‘ post so I decided to share another favorite homemade lip gloss recipe with you which is just a little different than the other one and probably a little easier too. So here is how to make  fruity lip gloss in the comfort of your own home. Here’s what you’ll need: 2 Tbls solid shortening 1 Tbls fruit-flavored powdered drink mix 35 mm film container Mix the shortening and the drink mix in a microwave safe bowl until it forms a smooth paste. Place the container in the microwave for about 30 seconds (u...

So it’s that time of the year again when we trade in our pretty little frock dresses for knee-high boots and tights, but not to worry, these fall styles will remind you of anything but winter. This fall’s collections are gearing more towards fun, edgy styles rather than bulky, bundled-up trends. So what’s on the agenda for this semester? Printed Dresses If you don’t have one, get one. Even if it’s still hot out, you can wear your printed dress with a pair of wedges and just trade them in for knee-high boots and tights when the colder weather hits. I love the fact ...

Ever since flat irons came around,we just haven’t been able to put them down, much less do anything to our hair without them. It’s not wonder then that the sleek, poker-straight hair style is still around after all these years and it’s going to make a huge splash in the fall. So take out your blowdryer and your flatiron and start the straightening process! Now I know this news sucks for those of you with thick, curly hair as it takes hours to blowdry and straighten, but if you’ve got the time, go for it! Just remember to apply a straightening balm to wet strands before...

Hair treatments can get pretty steep in price, so I always try to find cheap and easy alternatives that I can do in my own home. Whether it be a hair treatment, a face mask, or a really good exfoliator, I can always find at-home recipes that cost me close to nothing! So here is one of my all time favorite homemade hot oil hair treatments. Here’s What You’ll Need: 1/2 cup of dried rosemary leaves 1/2 cup olive oil Here’s How to: Combine oil and rosemary in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until warm all the way through. Remove from heat and strain, to remo...

As much as it saddens me to talk about fall already, I have no choice since we’re only about 2 weeks away! But at least we had a nice long summer with plenty of amazing styles and we’ll have an even better fall with these must-haves! Asymmetrical Pieces It’s all about asymmetrical pieces this fall from one-shoulder tops and dresses to uneven hems. Asymmetrical tops are all the rage plus you get to bare a little skin in all the right places! Feathers and Fringes Ok, so although I’m not a big feather or fringe fan, it’s still a big hit this fall so if you feel comfo...

Exfoliating is a very important part of skin care as it gets rid of the dead skin cells that can build up and leave your skin feeling dry and rough. But instead of wasting your money on expensive exfoliating products, why not whip something up at home? This is one of my favorite exfoliating recipes as not only does it work, but it leaves my skin feeling silky smooth – oh, and it’s cheap too! So what do you need? Just some Kraft Miracle Whip! Women all over the world have been using miracle whip as a way to exfoliate, and let me tell you, it does wonders! So here’s what you d...

Why would you spend hundreds of dollars on cosmetic products that promise to rid your skin of acne, pimples and blackheads, when they don’t even work? There are literally thousands of acne related products out there on the market, but none of them actually work the way they’re supposed to! And trust me when I say I have tried countless creams, gels, washes and masks from the most expensive to the cheapest and in the end…they’re all the same. Stop wasting your money on these products because you can do the same thing at home. Pure,  natural ingredients are best when it...

Leighton Meester is everybody’s favorite Gossip Girl and this year at the Teen Choice Awards she really pulled it off. I absolutely love her look here, it’s very edgy but very feminine at the same time. Leighton sported a black and white stripped mini dress from Louis Vuitton with a pair of red Brian Atwood heels (I want them!!!). This look works for Leighton since she has an incredible pair of legs and I love the fact that she wore her hair up – it goes very well with the entire ensemble. I always admired Leighton’s style, especially in Gossip Girl, but then again I&#...