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Wedding Wednesday: Fabulous Fashion For Flower Girls & Ring Bearers

Of all of the details of a wedding, this may be the most fun and easiest. The youngest members of your wedding party will add charm, sweetness and maybe a little mischief to your day. The kiddies are already adorable, but these special occasion outfits will make them stars!

Joan Calabrese for Mon Cheri

Yes, I have featured this gorgeous number a couple of months ago (HERE), but I had to showcase it again. It's just perfect for the 2015 metallic trend for weddings! See it at Joan Calabrese. It can be purchased at French Novelty

Romy - Romantic Flower Girl Dress 
Talk about details! This luxe duchess satin and tulle dress looks beautiful coming and going. Customize the length from knee to ankle and order in white or ivory. 
SWAROSE at Etsy

Nicki MacFarlane Silk Linen Shorts
Love this look - very British! Available in chalk, silver/grey or dark blue colored silk linen
Childrensalon

GRACI Pink and Black Lace Dress
The perfect pick for a black and pink wedding. Style points for being different, too!
Childrensalon

Cream Lace Dress
This dress has three layers of tulle fabric to add that fullness. Could anything be any more cute?
Melissa Jane Boutique at Etsy

Francesca Party Dress and Belvedere Blazer
Planning a Fall or Winter wedding?  This pair in velvet, cotton and beads would make the best dressed list at any event!
Posh Tots

Victoria Gown
Creamy  and dreamy in dupioni silk trimmed with exquisite embroidered lace. The dress features a one of a kind vintage pin.
Posh Tots

Romano Vianni 5 Piece Tuxedo 
This little guy will steal the show in his stylish suit! In sizes 6 Months - 8 Years. I think you will like the price.
Childrensalon

Destiny Tutu Dress
Plum pretty wouldn't you say? In sizes 3 months to 5 years.
Olivia Kate Couture at Etsy

Juliet Gown
Oodles and oodles of tulle and sensational silk create a dress that fairy tales are made of. The sash can be the color you desire.
Olivia Kate Couture

Little Marc Jacobs
For the coolest little dudes. This suit might just work for non black tie weddings. A closer look will show you pinstripes and an emblem.  Now 30% off and in sizes 4 - 12.
Childrensalon

Sugar Almond Dress
A gorgeous ankle length, flowy girl dress with smocking detail. Love it in "dove grey" but also available in soft pink and cream with gold.
I Love Gorgeous

ROMANO VIANNI
Boys 4 Piece Waistcoat Suit
Smart and so very affordable! 
Childrensalon

Ivory Lace Dress And Accessories
What a beautiful yet simple look. Handmade dress of linen and lace, all of the details are exquisite!
Hopefully Romantic at Etsy

April Glitter Flower Girl Dress
Budding ballerinas and frolicking flower girls will twirl with delight in this sassy little dress. Handmade and available in other colors.  Do click through to see the front.
FabTutus at Etsy

Monogram Love Knot Ring Pillow
Classic and elegant. The perfect pillow and available in many colors.
2have2hold at Etsy

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Tuesday Trend: What's Black, White & Red All Over?

(Via Etsy)

Remember that old joke? Well, what was old is new again. This chic color combo makes a big statement this Spring. The look is easy to accomplish with a graphic, geometric or floral print. Or even make it more effortless by pairing black and white with pops of red. If you are traveling, it's the best packing palette. I'm all about this trend. 





HERE: 12 Newsworthy Pieces That Will Make Headlines This Spring!

Nicholas Kirkwood Pointy Toe Loafer
A closer look shows double stripes of red and pink at the sole. These fabulous flats point towards Spring!
Intermix

Preen By Thornton Bregazzi
The Iman pleated mini dress for Spring 2015, is just so sporty chic. 
Matches Fashion

Dolce And Gabbana Tulle Polka-Dot Babydoll Dress
And this is how I like to wear the trend. Dress in black and white and then pop the outfit with some red shoes!
Saks Fifth Avenue

Victorinox Swiss Army Spectra Luggage
Talk about traveling stylishly! Loving these lightweight luggage pieces. They have been nicely reduced at
Neiman Marcus

Aidan Mattox Print Satin Ballgown
With a soft focus painterly pattern, this gown is both cheerful and chic. The price point makes it an affordable yet sophisticated prom look.
Nordstrom

Christian Louboutin Confusa Pump
This pretty pump has it all going. As always, featured is the Louboutin red sole.  Loving the touch of leopard at the heel.
Nordstrom

Marc Jacobs Stripe Jacket
Start wearing this standout piece now. It's a great (albeit expensive) anchor piece to your wardrobe.
Net-a-Porter

Darya London Allegra Necklace
 Colored gemstone accents mixed with crystals add a pop of color to any outfit. These beads are backed with black satin - a perfect backdrop for any kind of sparkle!
AHAlife

Tanya Taylor Separates
The Gwen Skirt and Rita Sweater are fresh and fab for Spring.  This is mixing and matching at its' best. A simple red belt ties the trend together.
Shop les Nouveles

Geo Print Bucket Bag
How fun! I can see this bag playing nicely with gym shoes and leggings or a simple black sheath. 
DKNY

Michael Tyler Panel Dress
Figure flattering and ever so well priced (less than $100) This dress is a perfect pick for the budget minded and stylish girl. 
Shoptiques

Love Moschino Tiered Jacket
Okay, so I know the jacket is just red, but the outfit underneath ties my theme together. Love Moschino is always fun, and has done a good deal of black, white and red this season.  The jacket is sensational in a silky fabric. On sale, too!
ASOS

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Face Time: What's In My Beauty Bag

As I was catching up on my digital Vogue reading this weekend, I came across a video series, which is excellent. Whether you are a beauty buff wanting a modern smoky eye, or the makeup novice who just wants a fresh face, Vogue offers some terrific tips. After all of these years, I have a few of my own. Today I share products that I absolutely love, and a very special sale at Stila Cosmetics! 

Prime Time: All About That Base

Stila Stay All Day 10-in-1 HD Illuminating Beauty Balm with SPF 30

If you want to lighten up your face, this product does it in the most subdued way. It is what I am currently using as a primer. It does wonders for your pores, feels fabulously soft, it's lightweight, and adds just the perfect amount of color to my face.  I find that I use much less foundation when using this product. When I wake up in the morning, this is my "go to" item to freshen my face. Love it!
Stila

Stila Stay All Day Waterproof Liner
Eyeliner is more important to me than mascara! Without it, I look totally tired, and that's not good. This "magic marker" for your eyes, is my new fave. It never skips, runs or fades, until you take it off. I highly recommend it. I wear the black every day. "The thin marker-like tip is easy to use even for the least experienced, and delivers a defined thin line to a dramatic bold line with precision."
Stila

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Eye Shadow Pan in Compact - Kitten
My idea of the perfect eyeshadow color. It can be worn wet or dry. It's the perfect nude/pink and an ideal base for any eye look.
Stila

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Laura Mercier Radiance Foundation Primer
Laura Mercier, the pioneer of Foundation Primer, has quite a selection of primers. One for every skin solution. Once again, I choose the radiance type, as I am always looking for a healthy glow. This is an excellent product that works. It does not, however, offer much coverage. See all of her primers at...
Nordstrom

P.S. Purchasing beauty products at Nordstrom makes so much sense, as they offer free shipping and 3 free samples with every order.

Benefit Cosmetics Brow Zings
This complete brow kit comes with all the tools you need for clean, smooth, perfect brows. Shaping & defining lesson included. What I like best about the kit is the tinted "gel," It does a really nice job at "taming" those wild hairs. I prefer my Tweezerman tweezers, but on the go, the included mini tools work just fine.
Benefit Cosmetics

M.A.C. Strobe Cream
My newest makeup must. I decided to give this luminizer a try since there is a small $10 size. I have used it everyday for a month, and haven't begun to dent the tube. A little goes a long way. I am sure that I will have the tube left at the end of 6 months or a year. I love to mix a dab in my foundation for a "lit from within" radiance. This is what M.A.C has to say: 

"The ultimate quick fix for the skin. Super-powered with potent botanicals; de-snoozes, de-stresses, moistens, freshens and boosts the look of dull, flat or tired-looking skin with a fully loaded vitamin zap and a mega dose of green tea."
Nordstrom

Sephora Contour Edit
Contouring is a makeup must do in my opinion. Why have a flat face, when you can add dimension and highlights? I enjoyed the video "how to's" that you will see on the page.  And Sephora's own Contouring 101 Face Palette is so nicely priced, compared to others, you may want to start there.
Sephora

Bare Escentuals Angled Brush
This is THE tool you need to contour your cheekbones. If you are using a powder, there is no other way to go. I have owned this brush for maybe 5 years or more. It looks good as new. I couldn't live happily without it.  The best price I found on it is at...
Amazon

Trish McEvoy Eye Base Essentials
If you have trouble with eyeshadow creasing or not lasting all day, most likely you are not prepping your lids. This is a beauty step that I have always used since I can remember.  Trish makes one of the best ones out there. I love the choice of shades, and am currently crushing on 'Demure," a shimmering nude. (don't worry, the shimmering is more of a soft glow).  These bases brighten the eyes so well, that one would not even need eyeshadow. This product is a real eye opener! 
Saks Fifth Avenue

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Laura Mercier Eye Base
I like this product equally as well as Trish McEvoy's. It truly does create a perfect canvas for eyeshadow. It's sheer and creamy. The only problem with both eye bases, is that I tend to go through them quickly, and they are not inexpensive.
Nordstrom's 

Nars Orgasm Shade Illuminator
One of the most universally flattering colors of any brand, I think, is Nars Orgasm. It is the perfect peach pink nude with just an undertone of gold. I use the Illuminator, to add a pop of color and sheen to my cheeks. The color pay off of all Nars products is really great, so only a dab will do ya.  This color is truly prettier than pink!
Saks

Laura Mercier High Coverage Concealer
I have only been using this product for about a month, and I don't think I will be be changing anytime soon. It is fabulous. I must say that I "thought" I wanted a creamy formula in my concealer, and this is the opposite, but I love it. Two things to remember when applying this dream cream - make sure eyes are hydrated first - and literally you only need the tiniest amount. It is so pigmented that you only need a pin point. I love that the tube is made so you can only squeeze out a bit at a time. No wasting product here! I wear #2, as I wanted the shade to be lighter than my foundation (the secret to concealing under the eye).
Nordstrom's

Ready To Wear Lash Extensions
This  product delivers longer, fuller, thicker and healthier-looking lashes in seconds. The magic is applying it to your own wet mascara.  I don't use it every day, just when I want a more dramatic eye.  It takes just a bit of practice. In the end, you will be happy with the look of your lashes. They sell a mascara duo with the extensions for the same price. I have not tried the mascara, but it's kind of free! Watch a video here...

HSN

Lancome Beauty Bonus

Calling all Lancome Girls! Here are two Gifts with any $39.50 or $70 Lancôme purchase! Choose your cosmetics bag duo at Bloomies 

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Bloomingdale's

Lancôme Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover
Gosh I have been using this product for more years than I can count! I have had many other samples, but nothing works as effortlessly as this blue bottle. I should know, because most of my eye makeup is waterproof. It works, and never is a problem for my sensitive eyes.
Bloomingdale's

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So that's a few of my favorite beauty products. What's in your bag?
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