My picks for the Target + Neiman Marcus Collaboration

As someone who loves designer goods, but refuses to pay full price. The Target + Neiman Marcus Collection is a match made in heaven. Though for Target some of the prices are up there, you are getting designer quality goods which is worth the extra bucks, or at least I think so.

There are a few pieces that stand out to me and I will be on the prowl for Saturday December 1st.

1.Marc Jacobs Scarf

This is a classic piece that will go with any outfit and can be worn for years to come.

2. Brian Atwood Studded Gloves

I'm obsessed with studs, and these are just beautiful. Plus as a Florida transplanted in the DC area, I need winter accessories.

3. Rag & Bone Cardigan
It may be in the men's section, but this was made for me, and if you are petite head over to the boys section

4. Eddie Borgo Accent box
omg, it's spiked, adorable and would be perfect to hold things on my vanity...

5. Last but not least Robert Rodriguez dress.
It is so beautiful, only problem might be the top fitting me.But i'm determine to at least try.


What are your favorite pieces?

*Photos used are from Target.com

Hello Again :)

Wow, it has been a long time since I have been able to blog. This year has been a gigantic life test for me. I have moved again, into a house that needs ABSOLUTELY everything redone. From the floors, to the walls, to the bathrooms and kitchens, because my mom thinks she is the female Bob Villa and I am a good daughter  we are doing 90% of it ourselves. Between that and a promotion into a full-time position at one of the companies I was working with my hands have been tied!

Things are finally starting to settle down (even in the mist of my bathroom and kitchenette being redone as I type) so I can get back to the things I enjoy, blogging! I cannot wait to share some before and after pictures of my place with you and a ton of beauty and fashion revolutions as well.

Thanks to everyone that has stuck around, this hiatus will only make my content better!

Favorite Hair products of 2011

So i have been MIA for a little while. Truth is settling into DC has not been an easy adjustment for me. I've lived on my own (with roommates for part of the time) for almost nine years! I finished up my LAST semester in school and I was pulling 50 hour work weeks at some points. I was supposed to be in a bigger place now, but all the houses have fallen through. I was hoping 2012 would be when i could start video blogging, but that will have to wait a bit longer to when i'm not living in my closet haha. The room is tiny so it pretty much is my closet with a bed in it.

But anyways onto bigger and better things! Here are the hair products i could not live without in 2011. If music has a whole genre associated with hair, it's obviously a big deal!

1. Moroccan Oil

This has been my hair savior for quite some time now. I have naturally curly/frizzy/wavy hair. This is the best product, put about a dime size amount in my hair and i can blow dry it straight with minimal need for a flat iron (only need it when i'm in a SUPER humid place or if i know i'll be in a sweaty type environment, like going to a concert) Although it may be pricey a bottle usually last at least a year for me, therefore cost per use is actually rather cheap given the results.

2. Macadamia Nut Deep Repair Masque

I've used a variety of deep conditioners over the years and this is one of my favorites. It really does help the health of your hair which is super important when you have chemically treated or highlighted/bleached hair. It's great.

3. Macadamia Nut Leave in Conditioner

This is another product that I found and loved in 2011. I often get dry ends after a day without washing my hair. As you know you shouldn't wash your hair everyday! So in order to keep from washing my hair as often i use this on my mid shaft all the way down to my ends to keep my hair looking and feeling healthier.

4. Got2b Rockin' it Dry Shampoo

This combined with the last product are my no wash lifesavers. I use this at my roots to keep my hair from being oily looking.

5. Got2b Smooth Operator Hair Spray

This has to be my favorite. I'm not a fan of sticky hair spray, i used to not wear hairspray at all. I use this when I have an event and need a little bit more staying power to keep my hair straight and in line. It also helps take out any frizz if it's a problem.

6. Redken All Soft Shampoo and Conditioner

I have been using this stuff for years on and off. It really does exactly what is says. It makes hair super soft and manageable.

There are many more products that i use but these are the ones i can't seem to live without! Hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend!

Favorite Hair products of 2011

So i have been MIA for a little while. Truth is settling into DC has not been an easy adjustment for me. I've lived on my own (with roommates for part of the time) for almost nine years! I finished up my LAST semester in school and I was pulling 50 hour work weeks at some points. I was supposed to be in a bigger place now, but all the houses have fallen through. I was hoping 2012 would be when i could start video blogging, but that will have to wait a bit longer to when i'm not living in my closet haha. The room is tiny so it pretty much is my closet with a bed in it.

But anyways onto bigger and better things! Here are the hair products i could not live without in 2011. If music has a whole genre associated with hair, it's obviously a big deal!

1. Moroccan Oil

This has been my hair savior for quite some time now. I have naturally curly/frizzy/wavy hair. This is the best product, put about a dime size amount in my hair and i can blow dry it straight with minimal need for a flat iron (only need it when i'm in a SUPER humid place or if i know i'll be in a sweaty type environment, like going to a concert) Although it may be pricey a bottle usually last at least a year for me, therefore cost per use is actually rather cheap given the results.

2. Macadamia Nut Deep Repair Masque

I've used a variety of deep conditioners over the years and this is one of my favorites. It really does help the health of your hair which is super important when you have chemically treated or highlighted/bleached hair. It's great.

3. Macadamia Nut Leave in Conditioner

This is another product that I found and loved in 2011. I often get dry ends after a day without washing my hair. As you know you shouldn't wash your hair everyday! So in order to keep from washing my hair as often i use this on my mid shaft all the way down to my ends to keep my hair looking and feeling healthier.

4. Got2b Rockin' it Dry Shampoo

This combined with the last product are my no wash lifesavers. I use this at my roots to keep my hair from being oily looking.

5. Got2b Smooth Operator Hair Spray

This has to be my favorite. I'm not a fan of sticky hair spray, i used to not wear hairspray at all. I use this when I have an event and need a little bit more staying power to keep my hair straight and in line. It also helps take out any frizz if it's a problem.

6. Redken All Soft Shampoo and Conditioner

I have been using this stuff for years on and off. It really does exactly what is says. It makes hair super soft and manageable.

There are many more products that i use but these are the ones i can't seem to live without! Hope everyone is enjoying the long weekend!

Moving is a PAIN!

So I've been beyond busy lately. I have had to pack and move the furniture I'm keeping and drive it to my parents house then flew back to Orlando. Made a trip to VA with a car full of my stuff. Then am having to repaint, tile, clean, and pack the rest of my stuff by the 5th. The 6th I work a huge Zumba Convention(13+ hour days!) til the 10th then i am out of Florida for good. This has been a long time coming and I'm very excited, happy, and nervous. The only thing I am dreading is my microscopic closet! I'm serious. I've never had a closet this small in my ENTIRE life. Also it does not have a good closet organizer which I pretty much have always been able to put in since I've always lived somewhere that was owned not rented. I have been looking for solutions and have come up with some that i can't wait to try out. Anyone else been in the same boat? What have you guys done to better organize a TINY closet. I will have a TON of posts coming up in the middle of July (looks like two giveaways if things go as planned) But until then i probably will not be able to post but wanted you guys to know why :) Moving is not my friend!

Premiere Orlando 2011

Sorry I haven't gotten my favorites up. I have been super busy with school, life, and work. I'm working the Premiere Beauty show in Orlando for Giselle Cosmetics. I have worked for them in the past and loved it. They also have another branch called Sun Labs which is a great spray tanning product line (I'm just not that into ANY tanning products and since i am very good with makeup they set me up working at the separate Giselle booth) Premiere is industry only event and you cannot attend unless you work or go to school in the hair/nail/various other beauty industry. I have been fortunate enough to work this events two other years and it is amazing. Great products at AMAZING prices OPI 6 for 26 China Glaze 6 for 18, Redken 2 for 12, you get the picture.

Today was set up and class day for the attendees and orientation day for those working the event. I got a chance to walk around and take a few pictures (cameras not allowed but cell phones will work just fine ;)







I'm super excited to get to shop on my 30 minute lunch break. I'm looking for a brush roll, macadamia oil products, Moroccan oil products, Essie, OPI, China Glaze, NYX, and i'm definitely excited to get feather extensions to use! I will definitely have a haul post up (hopefully Tues after the craziness is over) I will also take as many pictures as i possibly can. Also the company i'm working for might give me some products to give away to you guys as well so here's to hoping they come through and i'll have my first giveaway! Hope everyone is enjoying the weekend!

Shopping Spree and Hello Kitty

Over the weekend i did manage to find some time to do some shopping (well actually severe weather and not wanting to get soaked kept me in a mall to browse.) I'm in the process of finishing my last in class semester of college and moving from Florida to Alexandria, VA which is right by Washington DC, so as much as i love it, shopping has taken a backseat to packing lol.

Memorial Day means excellent sales. Torrid and Hot Topic had their clearance an additional 50% off so i had to scope it out and found a few awesome things. I've been building my accessory collection lately since it is lacking so it's always good to find items on clearance.
From Hot Topic i bought these items (some are available online for the same price)
I love Hello Kitty and hair bows so this was a must buy at 3.99



I love crosses and crucifixes and such so i had to have this for 3.99




This necklace appealed to me too, i love bows and thought the spike was too cute 2.49



I also bought these clip-ins not sure which i bought at HT and Torrid but they were all on clearance


Now onto my purchases from Torrid.

I'm in heels A LOT for concerts and going out to events and sometimes i just need relief from my beautiful but killer heels. I sometimes carry flip flops from this occasion but when i saw these flats i knew i found an awesome alternative. They were 12.49 i think


they fold up and like this

and zip into a cute pouch to fit easily into your purse



and it also folds out into a bag to carry your killer heels or to wrap them in and stick in your purse. Either way i think these flats are perfect for their job. They had them in black too which i only wish they had my size in since they would go with most of my wardrobe but i figured red would come in handy too



The last item i picked up was Hello Kitty Rain boots, i don't know why i haven't bought any rain boots sooner, but living in Florida they come in handy, I'm sure I'll get to where them up in Virginia too. They were a steal at 10.49 at of all places Sears, I've honestly haven't shopped in their in many years, but after google searching for hello kitty rain boots i saw they did have them at one time so with time on my hands to avoid the bad weather i wandered in and sure enough there they were, and on clearance!

Hope everyone is having a great Memorial Day weekend! What were your finds of the weekend?