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Even though I detest the Pirates of the Caribbean movies -- truth be told, I fell asleep in the theater during the second one since I was bored out of my gourd -- I absolutely loved the OPI Pirates of the Caribbean Collection from Spring 2011. I committed all of the colors in the collection to memory, so it's no wonder that I spotted OPI Mermaid's Tears on my friend Christy this week! I love the creamy texture and the turquoise-teal-seafoam color. And doesn't it just look fabulous on Miss... Read Full Story

Oh, The Hunger Games . Why can't it be March 23 already so the movie would be out? In the meantime, I'm contenting myself with rereading the series over and over (and yes, I know that's redundant) and painting my nails with the 12 gorgeous colors from the China Glaze Colours from the Capitol Collection . This week, I went for Foie Gras with Luxe and Lush layered on top. Foie Gras is a creamy dark chocolate brown with just a touch of plum undertone -- it slicked on easily and looked amazing... Read Full Story

I may be in my 30s, but I love Bonne Bell Lip Smackers . No matter how many lip balms I try, I always find myself coming back to the ones I enjoyed as a kid. And the Bonne Bell Lip Smacker Strawberry Original & Best Trio Collection may just be the best invention ever. With this trio, you get three fabulous lip products in one handy dandy little set. My favorite Lip Smacker of all time, the delicious Strawberry, is accompanied by a Liquid Lip Smacker and a Squeezy Lip Smacker . All three not... Read Full Story

I have to admit, I'm really not a fan of Valentine's Day. Never have been, whether I was in a relationship or not. But I do love the idea of love, so the trend of script love pendants (like the Fabulous Wire Love Word Necklace , above) has really tugged at my heartstrings. Below, my favorites. Tina Tang Love Necklace I don't have enough silver jewelry. I love the haphazard way the word "love" is written here. $115 at shopgoldyn.com Frolick Love Script Necklace An angular silhouette wraps... Read Full Story

I have to admit, I'm usually not a fan of animal prints. But something about the zebra print recently has really been calling my name. Michael Kors was feeling the zebra this season, too -- he sent models down the runway in various iterations on the classic animal motif (like the one above). These are my favorite takes on the trend. 1) Diane von Furstenberg Botswana Multicolored Flats From the juicy hue to the hint of zebra at the heel, this flat is a showstopper. $198 at shopbop.com 2... Read Full Story

The photo you see above is evidence that the blowouts at Drybar are just perfection personified. This was taken on my birthday last week (happy birthday to me!), after I decided to do something different than my typical Manhattan blowout at the salon. After looking through Drybar's menu of blowouts, my stylist and I decided on the Mai Tai . Now that my hair is finally past its weird layers growing out stage, I feel I can do more than just wear it straight all the time -- and the Mai Tai was... Read Full Story

Her lips are devil red And her skin's the color of mocha She will wear you out Livin' la vida loca Livin' la vida loca She's livin' la vida loca --Ricky Martin, Livin' La Vida Loca More apropos song lyrics for M.A.C's new Ricky & Nicky for Viva Glam collection would be hard to find, right? The fearless duo have teamed up for Viva Glam's latest lipstick and lip conditioner, with every cent of the selling price supporting the M.A.C Aids Fund. I am totally loving the Lip Conditioner! I'm always... Read Full Story

I hate football. And to be honest, I just found out which teams were playing in the Super Bowl. (Suffice to say, I won't be watching later.) If you're with me, here are some very fun anti-Super Bowl activities you can participate in instead. Do an at-home spa day (or night). Been meaning to give yourself a pedicure? You've got nothing but time. Want to rock a face mask and get back your gorgeous glow? There's no one around to see you. I'm a fan of both quick mask fixes like the Bliss Triple... Read Full Story

If you grew up in the 90's, chances are you lived for TGIF . Family Matters , Boy Meets World , and this beauty chick's personal favorite, Step by Step . So I'm completely thrilled to bring you today's First Look Fridays, with none other than Step by Step's cutest tomboy ever, the gorgeous Christine Lakin ! Christine has acted in dozens of TV shows and movies since ( Whatever It Takes , Valentine's Day and even a voice on Family Guy , just to name a few). Read on to discover the cleanser... Read Full Story

As of this past November, I am finally an iPhone user. The 64GB iPhone 4S, to be exact. (I am a firm believer in getting the best technology available at the time -- that way, even when something surpasses it, it's still functional for awhile.) And, of course, I've become obsessed with iPhone cases ever since! (Side note: Julia from Fashion Pulse Daily is obsessed, too.) I want my iPhone to make a statement and not only get admiring/jealous looks from everyone around me, but put a smile on my... Read Full Story