It’s time to set the record straight. All hair is not created equal; therefore, it shouldn’t be treated equal. Wasn’t that in the Constitution or something? Maybe it was the Declaration of Independence. Not sure. I was absent that day at school. Anyway…

“Knowing your own hair texture and the current healthy of your hair is the next step in realizing what styling options you have,” says celebrity stylist Dickey, founder of NY-based Hair Rules Salon and Line.

Here are the four main hair textures and Dickey’s guide to caring for them:

Kinky: This type grows … Read More »

Having a sister as a makeup artist, I am constantly combing through her endless supplies to see the latest and greatest. So of course when I had the chance to interview Zena Shteysel, a fabulous makeup artist working on Dancing with the Stars, I was thrilled.  There were so many questions that quickly came to mind, especially knowing she has her own makeup line and OMG, has worked with Kim Kardashian! Zena was kind enough to take a few moments and fill us in.

How did you get started as a Make-up Artist?

I got started as a makeup artist by actually … Read More »

Society Stylist’s “Little Black Dress Experiment” Tours America encompassed 31 Fashion bloggers, including myself, who were given a  Little Black Dress from Ann Taylor and asked to style it in their own unique way.  Though the month of August, Valerie Elizabeth showcased these 31 woman on her website www.societystylist.com.  The following is a list of sponsors for this nation wide event.  I would love for you to fan their Facebook pages, follow them on Twitter and check out their websites.  Thanks Society Stylist and thanks Ann Taylor, MICHELLE, Saddlebag Leather, Spanx, Heely’s, Donni Charm and Hard Night Good Morning.

MICHELE

Miami’s glamour … Read More »

PUMA has always been my favorite brand of sneaker.  They are my go-to shoe for any situation where I’m having to do a lot of walking.  I’m always comfortable in my PUMA’s because they hug my narrow foot.  I even have PUMA footie socks!

Once I bought a pair of black PUMA’s with white stripes only to find out my daughter had the same pair.  Gasp!  How embarrassing that we might have matching shoes!  Luckily for both of us, I own the same pair in brown and white too.

These new Imani shoes that PUMA sent me to try are amazing.  I … Read More »

Rolando Santana is a new designer on the scene who deserves some major attention. I was honored to wear one of his beautiful dresses to the “Plate by Plate” event in LA last weekend (see picture below) and really have fallen in love with his chic designs. Rolando designs “with the customer in mind, and creates looks with the primary purpose of always making all women feel beautiful in his dresses.” His flattering silhouettes and flawless craftsmanship make his dresses a cut above the rest.

If you happen to be in New York City during … Read More »