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There’s no better time to lighten your hair than in the summer so if you’re getting ready for the coming season and you’re planning on going lighter with your hair, I suggest you start doing it now, especially if you have naturally dark tresses as those take more time to lighten up. Now, there are plenty of ways you can go about this but if your hair is already tortured and damaged as it is, you might want to consider avoiding the chemicals and the salon treatments and take the natural route. Here are some natural ways to lighten your hair for summer.

RHUBARB RINSE – who would’ve thought that you can use rhubarb for anything else other than dessert? Create a rhubarb rinse by simmering a few stalks of rhubarb in water for an hour. Run through a sieve and bottle up and use it to rinse your hair after shampoo and conditioner. This is perfect for ladies with. You’ll see results after a couple of rinses.

CHAMOMILE TEA – we all know that blonde hair is one of the toughest to maintain regardless of whether you’re a natural blonde or a blonde by choice. To lighten blonde hair without messing it up and making it look brassy, rinse with chamomile tea in the shower. ... Read more »

Category: WOMEN'S BEAUTY | Views: 675 | Added by: loseen | Date: 06.08.2015 | Comments (0)

Whether or not you are a label junkie, I know there are a few fashion brands that you used to love back then that you don’t see a lot of anymore and, personally, I have my fair share of these brands too and I’m always on the lookout for them whenever I go shopping. If you’re wondering if you’ll ever see those brands you once fell in love with again, check out these returning fashion brands to watch out for.

BIRKENSTOCK – they were comfy and great for the feet and guess what? They still are! This brand was once considered a hippie brand but today it’s every fashionista’s go-to everyday footwear. And while the classic slider style sandals are quite the classics to wear with your denims, we can’t help but adore those cute new metallic ones that they’ve launched as well as the perfect floral ones that are on every stylephile’s feet this summer.

JUICY COUTURE – luxe velour jackets, chic and girly charms and accessories, signature scents in cute and gimmicky little bottles, that unmistakable “J” on every piece – these are just some of the things we’ve quite missed from one of America’s biggest fashion brands, Juicy Couture. ... Read more »

Category: FASHION TRENDS | Views: 543 | Added by: loseen | Date: 06.08.2015 | Comments (0)

Finding the right summer dress can be hard. You're hot, you're sweaty, and the last thing you want is to commit to anything too tight, short, or itchy. But alas, there is a solution: Enter the shift dress. It's roomy enough to not stick to you on the muggiest of days, but is fitted enough so you still look like you. We've rounded up the best of the bunch to buy right now. Breathe easy knowing you'll be able to, well, breathe easy in one of the picks in the slideshow ahead. 

Mother of Pearl Elia Shift Dress, $665, available at Moda Operandi.
Sometimes, being two-faced can be a good thing.

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Category: FASHION TRENDS | Views: 477 | Added by: loseen | Date: 06.08.2015 | Comments (0)

The sun is at its full blast. And there are simmering temperatures and uncomfortable days making life miserable. Does that hint a sorry figure for us at office? How can that be when there is a world of summer dressing styles waiting to be worn to the boardroom?

Let’s shake up the 9-to-5 dress code in a unique way without compromising on style or comfort. Start thinking lightweight fabrics, printed pants and breezy silhouettes and see how you do the mundane jobs in style. Here we go reinventing Monday to Friday dressing that will help you put the best show at work.

THE CLASSIC LOOK

It might look boring after some time but you can spruce it up by wearing a statement piece to add some pop of fun. Shoes, minimal jewellery, lips, watch and nails are all there to make your accessories shine through Monday ... Read more »

Category: FASHION TRENDS | Views: 661 | Added by: loseen | Date: 05.18.2015 | Comments (0)

Girls want to have all the fun. And they know how to get their way out too, whether it is at home, work or gossip. Take a look at fashion corridors where women have grabbed the news by adopting dhoti pants as attire. It is no longer a male domain but an upcoming fashion twist that girls are happily wearing and flaunting. Remember Bollywood star Rani Mukherji who created a fashion rage by wearing dhoti pants in the film Bunty aur Babli.

Dhoti pants have come of age ever since the trend stepped in. Today, one gets to see a range of vibrant colours, exotic prints and innovative fabrics in dhoti pant. It’s an Indian garment that lets you be your creative self. There is a lot of casual and colourful look to it which is easy carrying to work as much as it is doing errand jobs in the hous ... Read more »

Category: FASHION TRENDS | Views: 566 | Added by: loseen | Date: 05.18.2015 | Comments (0)

Donuts are one of the best sweets on the planet. They’re portable, they’re filling, and you can eat them at any time of the day and it’s totally appropriate. Can you say that about cake or ice cream? No, you can’t!

So not only are donuts the best, they’re also really cute and strangely aesthetically pleasing. Maybe it’s because they’re big, colorful, and generally jolly looking. Either way, I want ‘em on my body and you probably do too, even if you don’t know it yet. You’ll see the light after you check out these 11 donut themed clothes and accessories.

1. Nishe Brushed Prom Skater Dress In Donut Embroidery
This pink donut short dress would look awesome with a pair of heeled or platform sandals. But you can totally dress it down with a pair of your favorite sneakers, too!

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Category: FASHION TRENDS | Views: 576 | Added by: loseen | Date: 05.18.2015 | Comments (0)

Date nights are a good time — well, unless your date pops up on @TinderNightmares. And first dates always have us a-flutter. Whether you’re planning the perfect picnic or you swiped right for a casual cocktail, we’re here to help take getting dressed out of the equation, so you can focus on what’s most important — the conversation and connection!

COFFEE DATE


1. Forever 21 Triangle Print Low Back Sexy Mini Dress ($15): We like this a-latte for a coffee house date. It’s casual yet eye-catching without being too overdone. Pair with cute sandals and a cross-body bag, and get ready to vibe to some coffee house grooves.

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Category: FASHION TRENDS | Views: 563 | Added by: loseen | Date: 05.18.2015 | Comments (0)

Did you know that you can look like your favorite star in a minute? Yes my ladies, there are million makeup tutorials that will make you shine wherever you decide to go. I searched the Net and what I found were million of quick eye makeup tutorials that took my breath away and left me speechless for a moment. But, for today I have selected the best 12 makeup tutorials that you are going to love.

You already know that you should not go out without a makeup! That’s the rule that you need to respect if you want to look stylish and modern. Plus, your outfit needs to be completed with the right makeup and these makeup tutorials will help you complete it in just a few minutes. The right makeup will make you look far more beautiful too. You will need from 5-10 minutes to achieve them, believe me. Even the beginners and those who are not much into applying makeup will easily improve their makeup skills and techniques by following the steps from the pictures.

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Category: WOMEN'S BEAUTY | Views: 685 | Added by: loseen | Date: 04.14.2015 | Comments (0)

All of the amazing nail polish tips on xoVain aside, I simply can’t seem to get my manicures to last more than three to four days. I’m a bit of a chronic nail biter--I know, I know, not good--and once I spot a single, solitary chip in my polish, all bets for keeping my teeth off my digits are off.

So, for the sake of my nails, I’ve been super aggressive about finding ways to camouflage chips and grown-out, exposed nail beds. Here, two of my glitziest tricks.

FOR GROWN-OUT NAILS: Glitter Beds

Truth be told, on the rare occasion that my polish lasts long enough for my nail beds to grow out, I find it almost more annoying than chips. I mean, come on! I did so well not biting, and then this happened anyway?!

Thankfully, the exposed strip of nail at the bot ... Read more »

Category: WOMEN'S BEAUTY | Views: 625 | Added by: loseen | Date: 04.14.2015 | Comments (0)

It’s barely spring and the flowers are already blooming… in the stores at least. Feminine dresses in pretty floral patterns are everywhere.

One of the most popular styles is the classic sheath. Sheath dresses are elegant, fresh, modern and youthful.  They’ve always been my personal favorite! Here’s a look at what I’m seeing in the garden of fashion.

Perfectly Pretty
This dress is so delicate and feminine it almost looks handpainted. Fresh and pure looking, it  would be especially nice for church, a wedding or baby shower.

No Boring Bouquet Here!
This striking floral dress showcases the latest trend in floral patterns- big bold blooms set against lush greenery. Exquisit ... Read more »

Category: FASHION TRENDS | Views: 577 | Added by: loseen | Date: 04.13.2015 | Comments (0)

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