super natural,

Less is best when it comes to makeup, and I am starting to deem this principle more than ever.  I use to be an enthusiast of colored eyelids and bright blushes, but now it seems like the neutrals are calling!  Warm shades of brown, bronze, tan and taupe have made their way into my daily makeup palette.  I’ve started my research for natural cover up and bronzer; I even added my eyebrows to the list, definition is everything. However, I must disclose, just because I am going natural in the face, doesn’t mean my lips can’t have a taste of color! 

leg work,

While I would rather be covering all my superlative designer choices at fall fashion week 2013, I can still cogitate and make known what is noteworthy to me.  Lucky magazine’s March 2013 issue was the grand source in this post. “The lucky Guide to Shoes!” featured a stunning model garbed in a look that I would love to make “all mine”; wearing the most opulent turquoise green Gucci ankle-strap sandals, here, that would make the ground fall in love with every step.  I’ve always been a lover of ankle-strap shoes; my notion behind this style; it flatters your legs, giving them a curvy contour.  This spring I plan to rip the runway (streets) of NYC strapped in style.

A. Prabal Gurung for Target Sulfur Spring Ankle-Strap Pump $39.99
B. BCBG Finite High Heel ankle-strap sandal $175.00

C. ASOS Hong Kong Heeled sandals with metal trim $78.93

D. Ann Taylor Kelsey Suede Cardent Fuschia ankle-strap sandal, $118.00

be mine,

Valentine’s Day is making its way into our hearts in nearly 11 days, and while most girls are anticipating a dozen red long stem roses (preferably pink for me), a box of Godiva chocolates, or to have a romantic rendezvous with the one they love. I had another idea in mind; creating my personal “be mine” beauty list that clearly says, “pamper me” rather than edible or blooming.

dear teen vogue,

Teen Vogue’s first issue debuted in February/March 2003, which was a wonderful year for me because I gave birth to my beautiful, artistic and energetic daughter, Layla, four months later (so we definitely have something marvelous in common). I started collecting their issues in 2005 and have not stopped since. The compact size, playful colors, practical content and innovative fashion are what grasped my attention. From that moment, my love for the magazine had surfaced. If you are a new reader to my blog, let me just say, I truly adore Teen Vogue and I have three post that illustrate this here, here, and here. Today I would like to join the celebration by wishing the Teen Vogue dream team a Happy 10 years and much continued success in publishing.

visit www.teenvogue.com for the March 2013 issue “Celebrating 10 Stylish years!” with cover star Chloë Grace Moretz.

hang time,

Stocking up on accessories is certainly on my to-do list this year. One accessory in mind is a sparkly drop earring. I started collecting my mixture of drop earrings in December 2012. H&M had such a great selection (on sale not to mention), that I was left snatching up every pair that twinkled my eye; which lead to this post because I am still on the pursuit for more. My Target: bright hues, excessive shine and just the right length to flatter my features. I even played up how I wear them; I went for an informal take. I paired my H&M rhinestone, deep teal and lime-green stone drop earrings with a stripped button down, fitted slacks and velvet bow flats. The earrings gave my style a resplendent finish. Which drop earring would embellish your look?

1. Tom Binns Pinata Drop Earring

2. Shourouk Drop Earring 

3. J.Crew Crystal Color Stone Earring

4. Tory Burch Floral Resin Drop Earring