M.J - Fierce Beauty and Fashion
I m a beauty and fashion blogger who has had numerous stories appear on the homepage of Yahoo! Shine and the Fashion and Beauty channel. I am also a member of the Yahoo! Shine Beauty Guru Panel as well as the owner of my own fashion and beauty blog Fierce.
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Natural Hair How-To: the Wash and GoA step-by-step guide on how to do a wash and go, a popular natural hair style. -
Creating a Beauty Look with Maybelline's Color Tatoo Cream EyeshadowA beauty tutorial using Maybelline's Color Tatoo Eyeshadow -
Beauty Guru: Caring for Your Combination Skin in Warmer MonthsA skincare routine for people with combination skin -
Beauty Guru: A Letter of Beauty Advice to My 16-Year-Old SelfA letter to my younger self with beauty advice. -
Beauty Guru: Date Night Makeup TutorialStep-by-step tutorial for getting a date night worthy makeup look. -
Beauty Guru: My Beauty Resolutions for 20133 beauty resolutions for 2013
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Beauty Guru: Best (and worst!) beauty trends of 2012Discussing two of the best and two of the worst beauty trends of 2012. -
Beauty Guru: A product junkie's holiday wish listI talk about the three hottest beauty products I would love as gifts this year.
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Beauty Guru: A sleek and twisted hair style how-toA hair tutorial for a two side twist hair style for naturally curly hair -
Beauty Guru: 2 fall beauty trends (And how to pull them off!)Exploring two fall 2012 beauty trends with step-by-step instructions on how to recreate them. -
Beauty Guru: My three summer beauty secretsThree beauty tips to help you get through the summer!Also published on: -
Beauty Guru: 3 summer beauty mistakes (And how not to make them!)Three summer beauty mistakes I made and what I learned from them.Also published on:
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Beauty Guru: A product junkie’s 5 beauty essentialsFive makeup products a beauty blogger can't live without -
Stepping Out of Your BoxAfter watching Oprah's life class entitled "Stepping Out of The Box" I was really inspired to talk about how this show applies to blogging in a video I made on Fierce. Even if you aren't a blogger I think you can apply the same principles to any area in your life such as your career, your hobby, or
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Beauty Goodies from SmashBoxAfter being so busy (and stressed!) to even put on foundation in the morning, I am very happy to get back into my beauty routine. Taking the time to pamper yourself, even for a few minutes before your day starts does wonders for your mood!
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Fierce News: The Avon Voices Finale is Almost Here!After eleven months, three rounds, and 2.5 million votes the ten finalists will be competing one last time. It had to have been one amazing ride since submitting their first entries and now they will perform tonight at the Hard Rock Café in New York City. Celebrity judges like Natasha Bedingfield a
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User post: Beauty Blast: SheaMoisture Hair ProductsOne big thing that this journey to natural hair taught me was to be extra aware of not only the products I'm using but how my hair reacts. It also helps me keep my product junkie tendencies in check too, making me think twice about buying something as well as stay with what works. When my hair was r
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User post: The Bath & Body Works Halloween Spook-tacular Boo-tiqueIt's almost Halloween and to keep the spirit of this fun holiday going, we're taking a look at some of the spooky inspired skin care items from Bath and Body Works. I've been a long time fan of their products (Pearberry! Holla!) So when I had the opportunity to review their Anti-Bacterial Gentle Foa
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Shine Beauty Guru Review: Braun Satin Hair BrushIf you've been following me for awhile, you know that I'm a hair product junkie, especially since I've gone the natural route with my hair. Not only do I have to be even more careful of what I use on my hair but also what type of hair tools I use. So this Beauty Guru assignment is very timely for me
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The Travalo for Perfume on the GoWhenever I travel I am notorious for over packing! I want to take everything, including my many makeup bags and perfume bottles. Whether I'm taking a road trip or catching a flight I do have to realize that there is there a limit to what I can take. When I finally decide at the eleventh hour what I
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Fierce News: The Top Ten Avon Voices Finalists Have Been AnnouncedBringing you more news from Avon-land!
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How To Wear White After Labor DayI think we can all agree that there are a few fashion rules that can be tossed out the window. Not wearing white after Labor Day is definitely one of them and I know I've been breaking that "rule" for awhile now! Though it's easy to wear white in a place where it's hot all the time, I still want to
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Beauty Guru post: In Vintage Love with Pinup ClothingDuring my little break from blogging, I spent some time thinking about changing up my wardrobe. As my 3oth birthday approaches I've been feeling a lot more adventurous and I want to bring in this new decade in my life with a bang! One trend I'm really anxious to try is the vintage/pin-up girl look. -
Beauty Guru Post: A Super Easy Way to do a Smoky EyeSmokey eyes are one of my favorite makeup looks. They're gorgeous, sultry, and....... can be pretty darn complicated to do! I've looked up a gazillion tutorials and even though the eye kits does make it simpler, it can also be a little much for our beauty budgets. So I've come up with a super simple
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Fierce News: Round 3 of the Avon Voices Contest Begins!If you remember a few weeks back, I let you guys in on the singing contest that Avon had going on. To I've personally been on their site to vote for the second round and I have to say the talent is amazing! I love to see a beauty brand give back to the community that supports them and that's why I'm
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Beauty Guru Post: What Beauty Products Are You Using This Summer? (Here are Mine!)Summer here in the land of the Palm Beaches mean a lot of sun, 200% humidity, and above 90 degree temperatures! As much as I love the summer and all the fun it brings, trying to look like a human being becomes a challenge, especially when it comes to my beauty look. It's very easy for your makeup to
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Beauty Guru Review: Bringing the Spa Home: The Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing MaskRemember that facial I told you ladies about last week that I received at the Bliss Spa? Well I wish I had the time (and the funds!) to get a facial all the time but giving myself a bit of pampering at home is just as good! And it looks like the folks at the Bliss Spa had the same idea because they
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Smooth Summer Skin With The Venus Proskin Moisture Rich RazorSummer has officially started and hot weather means baring more skin that usual! We want to make sure it's looking its best and that has been the theme so far with our Shine Beauty Guru assignments. Last month we all reviewed a body wash that promises to give you soft smooth skin. This month is taki
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Beauty Guru Post: My First Facial at the Bliss SpaIf you've been keeping up with me, when it comes to my spa trips I'm normally getting some kind of body treatment. I've had a bamboo massage, a milk and honey massage, a Blissage and a Baborganic Body Treatment, but I have never had a facial. The only thing extra I've done is a mask or a little micr
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Beauty Guru Post: What Are Your Favorite Summer Trends?Is it me or doesn't it feel like yesterday when I was swooning over Spring Trends?? LOL. Well this week my fellow FBFF bloggers and I , (we get together every Friday on our blogs to talk beauty, fashion, and blogging) are talking about our favorite summer trends. Though there isn't much difference i -
Summer Ready Bridal Fashion from David's BridalSummer is around the corner and with that is one of the biggest times of the year for weddings! Since having mine I have a new fondness for all things wedding related! I still like looking at dresses from time to time and I always willing to help a bride to be in need! So I can't help but share some
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Beauty Guru Post: Who is Your Celebrity Style Icon?Whether you're trying something new or just expanding on your personal style, there are so many places to find that spark of inspiration. It could come from obvious places like magazines and fashion spreads or the less obvious , like music or art. There are times I'm starving to be inspired and can'
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Beauty Guru Post: How to Rock A Bold Lip Color (For Those Scared to Try It!)I made a vow this Spring to step out of my neat and comfortable little style box and try new things. I've never been a slave to trends but you can never really knock something until you try it right? So far I've tackled the White Out Trend and the Prepster Look but as for my beauty regimen, it's bee
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Beauty Guru Post: How To Find The Perfect Dress For Your Body ShapeI don't know about you but I've been really getting into wearing dresses lately! Besides the fact that this season's dresses are super cute and come in gorgeous colors and patterns, they keep you cool and looking great at the same time! With all the options out there, it can be a challenge to find t
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Beauty Guru Post: I'm An Aveda Water WarriorWe all know its Earth Month and though we are (and we should!) be finding ways to be Green in our country, we can't forget those who are less fortunate and can't even get the basic necessities that the Earth has to offer. Here's a disturbing fact:
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Beauty Review: The RESIST Anti-Aging Skin Care LineMaking sure you use the right products for your skin is key. No matter how much great make up you put on, if the skin under it isn't taken care of, chances are you will not get the look you want! You also want your skin look great on those days when you just don't feel like wearing anything (that's
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Beauty Guru Post: Fierce Hair How To: The Braid OutWith my hair still in a delicate state, I've been looking for hairstyles that didn't require using my flat iron every day. I tried doing wash-n-go (washing and deep conditioning my hair and letting it airdry) but they didn't quite work out like I wanted them too. They looked great the first day and
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Beauty Guru Review: Body Butter Strawberry Smoother by SoftSoapWe are all anxious to start breaking out those shorts, showing off our pedicured toes, and baring those arms. One thing we have to make sure of before our skin is ready to bared so this month's assignment was right on time! We're reviewing the Body Butter Strawberry Smoother by SoftSoap, a body buff
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Beauty Guru post: 30 Items + 30 Days = An Awesome Fashion ChallengeLast month I decided to to join the scores of other fashion bloggers in the 30×30 fashion challenge hosted by Kendi Everyday! If you haven't heard about this challenge before, it's real simple: you pick 30 items of clothing (including shoes and outer wear) and your job is to create 30 outfits just -
Beauty Guru post: The DIANE Vintage Collection from DVFWhat do you get when a well known designer has a fashion flashback? -
Fierce Interview: Reese Witherspoon and The Avon FoundationOne of the foundations I always love keeping up with is the Avon Foundation. I totally enjoy working with them for International Women's Day as well as help support their campaigns to end Violence Against Women and spread the word on Breast Cancer Awareness . I'm also a fan of their spokesperson, Re
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Shine Beauty Guru Review: Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara by Estee LauderMascara ranks one of the beauty must haves of even the makeup minimalist and when you find a good one that delivers on its promises you hold onto it for dear life! Coincidentally I just ran out of one of my fav mascaras so this review came just in time! Our beauty guru assignment this month was to r
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Beauty guru: You May Be a Product Junkie If...As I was doing some cleaning while watching one of my favorite shows, Hoarders, I realized just how many beauty products I have! It's insane! My bathroom counter is crazy cluttered, the basket of products under my sink is overflowing, my night table is overrun with perfumes, and my makeup bags (yes
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My Journey Back to My Natural Hair: 8 Months InAfter relaxing my hair for the past eleven years I'm shaking things up by taking a break and letting my hair do its thing! The decision came about when I first met my hair stylist during an interview with Tippi Shorter . He did a marvelous job with my hair and when I went back to see him for a much
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User post: Beauty Blast: Dr. Miracle’s Hair and Skin Care ProductsHappy Tuesday ladies! Hope you're enjoying any and all pre-holiday festivities this week!
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Shine Beauty Guru Assignment: Colgate® 360°® ToothbrushesI cannot believe that the Christmas next weekend! Insanity! The beauty and fashion blogosphere has been lit up with ways to look your absolute best at your next holiday function, from the best sequin anything to the most glammed out beauty look. While many of those bits of advice are fantastic, we c
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Make a Difference with AHA Life and Get Deals from BlueflyAaaah! It's almost Thanksgiving!
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Beauty Blast: Three Ultra-Conditioning Body Washes from SoftSoapWinter season could spell dryer skin and it's important to make sure we're updating our beauty regimens to keep it properly moisturized. Though it never feels like real winter down in here, I do suffer from dry skin so I was anxious to review these three body washes from SoftSoap. All three promise
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Plus Size Fashion Spotlight: TorridHappy Monday Ladies! -
Tuesday Top Five: Fiercely Short Hair StylesIf you checked out my Friend Friday Vlog , you'll notice that I'm wearing a short bob hairstyle. I haven't had a bob in a really long time. As a matter of fact, I've only rocked this hair style once and I'm rocking it again, not so much by choice (growing out my relaxer left the back of hair with ra
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Plus Size Fashion Spotlight: Beija Flor (And Tips on Shopping for Jeans)We can all agree that finding that right pair of jeans can be a super pain in the butt! From the infamous booty crack to ghastly muffin top, jean shopping can turn into a nightmare! So for this Plus Size Fashion Spotlight, I'm featuring Beija Flor , a jean company that designs for us ladies with boo
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Fierce Fragrance: Outspoken by FergieI know it's been awhile since I've reviewed a perfume on here, though I did list my favorites so far for the Tuesday Top Five . So, without further a due, the fragrance for today's review is Outspoken by Fergie.
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User post: Beauty Tips for That Next InterviewWe all know that jobs are very hard to come by and most people, (including myself) have found themselves without a job and pounding the pavement with slews of interviews. A crisp suit is a must when it comes to your first impression attire, but what about your makeup? What should you be wearing or w
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Plus Size Fashion Spotlight: Gayla BentlyHappy Monday Ladies!
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User post: The Plus Size Fashion Guide to Formal WearThe holidays are around the corner and that may spell holiday parties or even holiday weddings that call for the perfect special occasion dress. Here to help us plus size fashionista's get that perfect party (or wedding party dress!) is celebrity plus-size style expert and David's Bridal Style Counc
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User post: Plus Size Fashion Spotlight: Ashley StewartI tell you, after putting together today's plus size fashion feature I got a major shopping bug! That's because I've always been a fan of Ashley Stewart . Carrying sizes from 12 to 28, their fashion always has that urban edge and trendy flare that make them one of my favorite plus size stores. One o
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Four Fashion Tips for Camouflaging Thick ThighsBesides having to accommodate "my girls" when it comes to buying clothes, I also have my thick thighs. Buying pants can be such a hassle because while they may fit at my thighs I have that awful gap effect at the waist which is so not cute! So, to help us girls with thick, curvy thighs do them justi
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Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month Beauty and Fashion StyleAs you all know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and many companies are showing their support and donating to the cause in awesome ways. Even as I watched football (yes I love football!) it's great to see the players wearing pink and black gloves and towels as they take to the field. Beauty
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Plus Size Fashion Spotlight: DressbarnI hope you ladies had an awesome weekend! This week's plus size fashion spotlight is Dressbarn, a store that I'm sure you all are familiar with. I've bought some items from Dressbarn over the years, including a nice pair of black pants for work that I needed a few months ago. Not only do they carry
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User post: My New Skin Care BFF: Clean & Clear Morning Burst Shine Control CleanserAs a beauty blogger, I get kinda giddy when I run out of a certain product, because it's the perfect excuse to go out and try something new! So when I ran out my morning cleanser, I went out and picked up Morning Burst Shine Control Cleanser from Clean & Clear. This cleanser is a gel made with lemon
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Fierce Accessories: Fall Fashion Collection from AvonThe accessory addict in me loves to discover new accessory items and since the Fall season is in full swing, it's a perfect excuse to get my accessory collection Fall ready. Avon has the same idea, offering some cool and fun fashion items to their collection . You already saw their cool pieces for t
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Five Tips on Building Up your Plus Size Fashion WardrobeShopping as a plus size woman can be super frustrating, especially if you're re-doing your wardrobe (like I am!). Knowing where to shop is great to know but you also have to know what you're looking for once you walk into the store. We are just as careful with our money as everyone else and when it
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Plus Size Fashion Spotlight: IGIGIHappy Monday ladies!
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User post: 5 Plus Size Fashion Tips from the Stylists at ABC FamilyBeing a member of the plus size club, I know personally how difficult it is to shop and find clothing that flatters what I want (and holds in what I need!) Finding and learning about brands that cater to women like me is the first step, which is why I started a Plus Size Fashion Spotlight on my blog
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Fierce Accessories: Jordann JewelryThough I'm a big fan of big, bold, and totally out there jewelry, I also like fine jewelry that's just simple, elegant and classic. This type of jewelry essential to have for that big job interview or elegant, sit down dinner with a special someone. These types of occasions came to mind when I saw t
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Tuesday Top Five: Lip GlossHappy Tuesday! Thank goodness we've gotten Monday out of the way! This week's top five is all about lip gloss because it's one of my makeup must haves! I was actually changing out handbags and realized that I was carrying around at least 6 different tubes of lip gloss in my bag! Not to mention I fou
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The Best Piece of Beauty Advice I've Received....And It's From Mom of Course!With all of the beauty advice, do's and don'ts, trends and disasters, there is always that one piece of beauty advice that always manages to stay with you! For this month's assignment, my gurus and I had to dig deep into our beauty memories to find that gem that works every single time when it comes
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Plus Size Fashion Spotlight: SK WilburHey ladies and welcome to the second installment of Plus Size Fashion Spotlight! This week I'm featuring the new plus size line from SK Wilbur. Taking inspiration from the chic style of NYC women as well as the 70's music he listened to as a child, he brings a collection of tailored, feminine dresse
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Daisy Pop Art and Lola Velvet from Marc JacobsSeems like Mr. Marc Jacobs is on a role when it comes to fragrances! After launching Bang, a fragrance for men this summer, he is now giving a new twist to the old favorites for the Fall! Daisy Pop art and Lola Velvet are two new smell goods to help get us ladies into the autumn spirit! I had the op
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User post: Plus Size Fashion Spotlight – ASOS CurveHappy Monday Ladies!
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User post: How to Find The Perfect Foundation For Your Skin TypeFinding the perfect foundation can be like finding the perfect pair a jeans - a lot of trial and error! But fear not because the key to the perfect foundation is to know the type of skin you have. Once you have that information, you can follow these tips for picking the right foundation from Paula B
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Fort Lauderdale Beach Spa Trip: Bliss Spa at the W Fort LauderdaleSeptember has been all about spa and spa treatments and for my latest review, I went on down to Fort Lauderdale Beach to the W Fort Lauderdale, which sits right across the street from the shore. Two weeks ago all of those hurricanes were chilling in the Atlantic so they waves weren't as friendly as
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User post: Live in a Coastal Area? Here Are Some Hair Tips Just for You!If you didn't already know, I'm a New Yorker living in sunny South Florida and since living here, I've had to seriously change up my hair routine. Where in NYC I could get away with hot pressing my hair, I had to start using mild relaxers once I landed here. Living in a place where the beach is only
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Tuesday Top Five: Eyeshadow Color CombosEyeshadow has easily become one of my favorite types of makeup products (as evidenced by my overflowing makeup bag!). Playing up my eyes is something that I almost always do and it's a ton a fun to experiment with different colors, liners, and color combinations! If you remember my video on Yahoo! S
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User post: Top 12 Spa Treatment Trends for the FallFrom a Turkish Bath to a Bamboo massage, I've had the opportunity to get some really cool spa treatments and if you're a spa lover like me, you're always on the look out of the next great, relaxing thing! The folks over at . Spa Week® have their top 12 spa trends* for the new fall season. Though so
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Tuesday Top Five: Skin Care ProductsIt's crazy to think that this time last year, my skin care routine just consisted of a cold water splash in the morning! Ever since becoming a beauty blogger, I learned quickly that skincare is important and I have definitely noticed a difference! Today's Top Five are the beauty products that make g
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Fierce Book Review: "Your So-Called Life" by Andrea Lavinthal and Jessica RozlerThough I have a special place beauty products and fashion, my first love has always been writing and as a writer (who's working on her own novel by the way!), I can always appreciate a good book! So when I got the opportunity to do a book review of Your So-Called Life by Andrea Lavinthal ( a beauty
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User post: Do Beauty and Fashion Play a Role in Politics?From a weak economy to healthcare overhauls, everyone's eyes are the midterm elections that will be here before you know it. Are American's paying attention to the proposed regulations and policies these candidates are proposing? Are we choosing the candidates that we feel would best serve our count
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Tuesday Top 5: Makeup for a Lazy DayAs my beauty and fashion blog approaches it's first birthday (Yay!) I'm trying out some new things and one of those things is offering weekly features. One of my first features is what I call, Tuesday Top 5's, which is a list of my fav beauty and fashion products that play to a theme. What better th
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Friend Friday: Copying in the Fashion IndustryPhoto courtesy of: girlfriendsgetaway.wordpress.com It's that time again, and though we had a lighter topic last week with our Fall Fashion Forecasts , we are back to pushing those hot topic buttons. This week my fellow Friend Friday bloggers and I are talking about fashion knockoffs, inspired
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A Different Kind of Fashion Site: Project ArtisanDesigner: Plum Vintage As a beauty and fashion blogger, I'm always looking for something new and different, especially when it comes to designers. While the big names are always fun to look for, there are many other designers who aren't that well known and not always easy to find. Project Artis
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Celebrity Wedding Hair Inspiration for Your Fall WeddingBeing a former bride myself, it can be a chore trying to find that perfect wedding day hairstyle. I know I spent months trying to find "the" style and I welcomed all of the help and inspiration I could get!
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Emmy's 2010 Red Carpet Run DownAs a beauty and fashion blogger, I tend to find the red carpets at awards shows a tad more intriguing than the show itself! Now I'm not a celebrity stalker, but I do appreciate great fashion and beauty looks when I see it! Just like I did last year , here are my fav picks from the red carpet from to
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South Beach Spa Trip: agua at Delano HotelOne of the really cool things about living in South Florida is not being too far from South Beach! Unlike the crazy cast from Jersey Shore, I can make it to the infamous strip of hotels, restaurants, and clubs whenever I want! I drove down there this past weekend and I must say, this place never los
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The Disney Pop Princess Collection from Dooney & BourkeI have a very special place in my heart for both for Disney and Dooney & Bourke. Disney World Orlando was where my husband and I took our first trip together as single couple and a married couple. My first designer handbag was a Dooney & Bourke under the shoulder bag given to me by none other than -
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User post: Fun Just Like Candy! A Review of Hard Candy CosmeticsI'm always down for beauty at a bargain, especially when it comes to cosmetics. Unless it's foundation, which is something I feel is worth splurging on, I'm always up to giving wallet friendly makeup a try. Hard Candy isn't any different! Sold exclusively at Walmart with an average price of $6.00, i
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CLEAR Skin Care Products from Paula’s ChoiceI recently gave you ladies some good skin care tips from expert Paula Begoun about what do when it comes to stubborn acne. As promised, I'm putting in my two cents when it comes to her CLEAR Skin care products, which is made especially for my ladies with acne. Though I don't personally have an acne
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User post: Five Great Hair Products for Relaxed HairIf you remember my Yahoo! Shine Beauty Guru post about naming your beauty obsession you know mine is all about the hair! Being that my hair is relaxed (which may be changing at the end of the year! I'll keep you posted!) it requires extra attention so I always need the right products on hand. The ke
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Expert Skin Care Tips for The Acne ProneSuffering from crazy bouts of acne can be extremely frustrating! Though I have never experienced that problem, my sister has and watching her deal with it gives me a pretty good idea. From over the counter cleansers to prescription creams, the trial and error process can be endless and any expert ad
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Eat Pray Love – Fashion and Accessories Inspired by the MovieThe anticipation is over! Eat Pray Love hits the theaters today and movie based on a bestselling book starring a world class actress, it has to be smash hit!
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Tips for Rocking Those High Heels (and Not the Pain!)As a fellow lover of anything Stiletto, I know that wearing heels over long periods of time can cause some adverse effects. You know that deep, burning pain that can result from trying to be cute in heels that has you limping crazy at the end of the night. What you may not know is that according to
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User post: Bang...by Marc JacobsI know it's been a hot minute since I reviewed a men's cologne since PD2 and Givenchy's Play . It has also been awhile since Marc Jacobs has come out with a men's fragrance. So we're going to kick this off with a Bang shall we! (Yes, the pun was soo intended! LOL)
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L.e.i. Jeans’ Back-to-School Countdown SweepstakesAugust means back to school time! Though at this point in my life all I can do is reminisce about my school days, I know my younger ladies and gents may be psyched (or bummed! LOL) about going back to school! Either way, that first day of school always calls for a fierce outfit and L.e.i Jenas wants
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For a Healthy Scalp: Doo Gro Mega Thick Growth OilA healthy scalp is just as important as healthy hair a dry scalp could spell trouble! I'm always keeping an eye on my scalp to make sure it's nice and moisturized. I have learned a lot since I started beauty blogging and one major thing I'm doing differently is paying attention to what I really put
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User post: National Spa Finder Deal Days! Get Your Spa On!I can personally tell you that there's nothing like an relaxing day at the spa! If I could hit one up every Friday after a long week at work, I would probably stress a whole lot less! (check out my last spa visit at the Eau Spa) Truth is, like most of you, I don't have a spa-every-Friday money so wh
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Friend Friday: PrivacyIt's Friend Friday again ladies! I tell you this week flew by! Last week's topic on Blogger jealousy was a major hit and the discussion was amazing! Make sure you check it out on Modly Chic to get links to all the blogger responses, and see the spotlights on Independent Fashion Bloggers !
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How To Pull Off a Vintage Glam LookWhat inspired me to do this post was a recent feature I did on the Perfect Wedding Guide on getting a vintage inspired look on your big day . The three things I learned when it comes to a vintage glam makeup look are heavy liner, peachy cheeks, and a bold red lipstick. Now I'll be honest, out of the
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User post: Attention My Curvy Divas! Plus Size Fashion from Monif CIt's no secret that I am a proud member of the curvy girl club! I understand the frustrations of finding fashionable clothing that will flatter my plus size figure (and the "girls"!) so I'm always looking out for plus size clothing that seem to do just that! In my search I came across the plus size
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Shine Beauty Guru Assignment: My Summer Beauty Happiness in a Tube!As the temps here in Florida went from hot to stupid hot, I had to change my beauty routine asap! I was using an oil free moisturizer, then sunscreen, and then my medium coverage foundation. It was doable when it was a decent kind of hot outside. In the summer, though, it's a whole other story! My o
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Fierce Fashion: GeboMana T-Shirts (And a Giveaway!)I had the wonderful opportunity to learn about GeboMana , an Australian-based company that specializes in limited edition T-shirts. Made from 100% certified organic cotton from India, these tees are printed, painted, embroidered, and stitched by the company's craftsman. The end result is a cool, fun
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Fierce Summer Shoes: Cavage and Luiza BarcelosStill swooning over the Jimmy Choos I checked out last month, I am definitely on a shoe kick (no pun intended!) this summer. Though I'm all about affordable shoes (like these I rocked with my LBD) I still can appreciate the higher end brands. So until I win the lottery or my writing totally blows up
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Love Vintage? Then this Boutique is For You!All of my vintage loving ladies need to mark their calendars and set their email alerts!
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Beauty Goodies for Your Pout!You ladies remember how much of a lip gloss fan I am when I did my review of the Glazewear lip gloss from Avon. Though I have made some strides in coming out of my comfort zone and trying out some lipsticks (like this coral one from Avon and the MAC brand I wore for my wedding), the gloss will alway
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Fall is Almost Here! Bluefly’s Sandy Sahn Talks DressesIt's been hot and icky for the past two months and I'm sure a lot of you are starting to get over the summer season. Cooler, humidity free weather will be here before you know it and what better way to get amped up for it than finding out what's going to be hot in Fall fashion. Bluefly is already on
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Extra Oxygen for Your Skin: Review of Dermacyte Oxygen ConcentrateThe quest for healthy, glowing skin can seem daunting and never-ending but we ladies know how important it is to take care of our skin! The earlier we start learning and taking care of our skin, the more our skin will thank us later! With that in mind, this brings me to latest skin product I had the
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User post: Fierce Fashion: Jet Setting Style from AvonIs it possible to look totally fab on the go? Of course it is ( as long as you're not rocking linen or anything else wrinkle prone!) My peeps over at Avon agree with me and have come up with a great look for that girl who's always on the go!
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User post: Exclusive Q & A with Rachel Roy and her RRR Design TeamHad fun watching the video diaries of Rachel Roy and her RRR team?
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Beauty Blast: Sunset Glow Bronzer & Anew Lash Transforming Mascara + SerumWe're dead smack in the middle of summer and I know I've definitely been switching out products and streamlining my beauty looks in an effort to look cute but not melt in the process! Liquid eyeshadows and multi-purpose pencils ( like these from Jillian Dempsey's line) are awesome to use in the summ
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Stopping Violence Against Women: The Women Behind the Movement (Part 3)In the first two parts of this interview where I interviewed Cindy Dyer of Vital Voices and Carol Kurzig of the Avon Foundation , we got a look at the different programs and initiatives that are taking place here at home to stop violence against women and help those who were victims of it. But as I
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Beauty Review of Youthful Trends Caffeinated Makeup Primer (Yes....Caffeinated!)Makeup primer is an essential beauty product when it comes to smoothing out our face and giving our makeup staying power. I'm a big fan of eye primer and love the one I use ! However, I've never incorporated makeup primer into my daily makeup routine. I bought this one from Iman (that I promise I'll
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Fiercely Fab Outfit… For Under $80!About two weeks ago I was invited to a Jimmy Choo Preview party and when I went into my closet, I didn't have an outfit that was worthy of a fashionable event like this. I checked my funds….and they weren't enough going to get me a high end type of outfit! So after three days of shopping and endur
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Stopping Violence Against Women: The Women Behind the Movement (Part 2)I'm taking a break from my normal beauty and fashion stuff to bring you the second part of my interview of the women who are striving to end all violence against women here and abroad. As I told you ladies last time, I basically asked these women a little bit about themselves and the organization th
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User post: How to get a Natural Look When You Have Naturally Dark SkinThough I absolutely love rocking bold makeup colors which are all the rage this season (especially eyeshadow just in case you didn't know!), the summer also calls for natural and barely-there beauty looks. I've been checking out the latest tips and product advice (like the great tips I received from
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Celeb Makeup Artist Jillian Dempsey’s Tips and Tricks for a Beauty-Full SummerTrying to keep a flawless makeup look in the summer heat can be such a challenge! So when I got the chance to personally chat with Jillian Dempsey, a celebrity makeup artist ,Avon Hollywood Makeup Artist, and the wife of Grey's Star Patrick Dempsey. Her cosmetic skills has graced the covers of big m
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Attention Make-Up Addicts! SuperShock Vivid Liquid Eyeshadow & the JD Professional Multi-PencilGirls, I don't know how it happened or how it was even possible….but I find myself going after eyeshadows lately! After my Wet-n-Wild purchase , I went and picked up another palette! After seeing this color as a summer beauty Do on Yahoo! Shine, I am determined to get it into my ever growing colle
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User post: Jimmy Choo Fall Preview Party at the Ritz CarltonLast Thursday I was invited to a special event at the Ritz Carlton West Palm Beach to get an up close and personal look at the Fall 2010 collection from Jimmy Choo! I love his shoes like any shoe lover out there and with a backdrop of the Eau Spa and its Self Centered Garden, this was definitely a s
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Stopping Violence Against Women: The Women Behind the MovementBack in March I had the awesome opportunity to cover International Women's Day and if you ladies remembered, the cause of the day, as well as that whole week was stopping violence against women. The Avon Foundation, the Vital Voices Global Partnership, as well as the US State Department played a hug
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User post: An Easy Summer Hairstyle: Scrunched HairLadies I don't have to tell you that the summer has arrived. The rising temperatures, unbearable humidity, and summer showers are not hair friendly. I know for me, this is definitely the time of year where I am less inclined to sit under a hot hair dryer for an hour getting my hair straightened just
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A Mixed Beauty Review: PHYTO-C Skin CareAlthough I'm only 28 years old and still too young to get wrinkles, it always good to get a head start and ward them off as long as possible! With that said, the newest skin care products up on the Fierce chopping block is PHYTO-C Skin Care, a line of organic products created by natural product chem
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Four Days of Four Mini-Hair Makeovers Thanks to Toni BrattinThere is nothing like rocking a new hairdo! It's amazing how a great hairstyle can change your whole swagger and if I had the time (and money) I would probably change my hair up all the time! Truth is I'm lucky to have time to breathe many days and I haven't hit lotto yet so I have to look for the n
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A Beauty Guru Hair Transformation (And it only took 5 minutes!)I love trying out new things, especially when it comes to hair and my Shine Beauty Beauty Guru assignment for this month has given me the perfect excuse to do so! Though I like to be hair adventurous, I have to be careful of what I do to it as to not cause any serious damage to it that I might regre