tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56223222843238657482024-02-19T08:30:01.840-08:00Rain City StylistasBerit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.comBlogger331125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-47706668278385548592012-10-17T14:03:00.000-07:002012-10-17T14:04:43.170-07:00Fall Favorites!<div style="text-align: center;">
Cozy sweaters, cider, falling leaves, crisp air, pumpkin pie...</div>
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Fall is magical and wonderful.</div>
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Here are some of my favorite beauty products for the Autumn months:</div>
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<b>China Glaze in Ravishing Dahling</b></div>
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Dark, deep, sexy. Halloweeny and mysterious!</div>
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<b>Revlon ColorStay Mineral Bronzer in Deep Bronze</b><br />
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My favorite drugstore bronzer, </div>
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Summer sun-kissed skin is fading, </div>
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so sweep it through your cheek bones and across your nose to add a lovely warmth.</div>
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I also love to use this on my eyes!</div>
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<b>Wet'n'Wild blush in Heather Silk</b></div>
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Accentuate your autumn flush with this perfectly natural pink. </div>
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Flattering on all skin tones, uber pigmented, and so cheap!</div>
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<b>Bonne Belle Dr. Pepper Chapstick</b></div>
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An old stand-by of mine, </div>
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this stuff smells and tastes yummy, is nicely moisturizing, </div>
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and lends a subtle cherry tint. </div>
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<b>Laura Mercier Metallic Creme Shadow in Gold</b></div>
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Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous shimmery brown shade </div>
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(not really gold, despite the name)</div>
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Can be applied thinly for a sheer glisten, or layered for a more intense metallic shine.</div>
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Has just the tiniest bit of glittery reflection to add a beautiful twinkle.</div>
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I love this stuff. </div>
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<b>Argan Oil</b></div>
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Moroccan Oil is the best, but so expensive. </div>
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If you can find a bargain brand, most are excellent. </div>
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The air is getting drier, and your hair is gonna know it. </div>
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Run a few drops through your ends, and relish your silky locks. </div>
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Stay Lovely!<br />
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Claire</div>
Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-27096780862882356332012-10-02T15:00:00.000-07:002012-10-02T15:00:03.319-07:00OOTD/A Crafter's Wet Dream<div style="text-align: center;">
Today I took myself on a date to Mahmoudpaşa, a tangle of streets wedged between the Grand and Egyptian Bazaars that are packed to the gills with street vendors selling scarves, football jerseys, tea sets, and, most wonderfully, <b>craft supplies</b>. Imagine all the sequins in the whole world crammed into tiny basement shops and strings of semiprecious stones hanging from the walls.</div>
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I nearly had to take out my smelling salts, y'all.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"> (Just a few of my purchases: druzy, fang, and evil eye charms for about $10 USD!)</span></div>
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I've been having a lot of fun layering less delicate pieces with this dress, and although I try to avoid muscle tanks that scream "KATE MOSS WOULD TOTALLY WEAR THIS!!!" I was really won over by the flattering cut and the textured linen-cotton blend.</div>
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I bought the sweater for about 10USD from a street stall. It's acrylic but has the softness and warmth of cashmere. Half-sleeved sweaters are one of those things that make no real sense but are actually incredibly handy...</div>
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Hope you're all having a fabulous week! </div>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-31265399902975308542012-09-30T15:36:00.000-07:002012-09-30T15:36:28.340-07:00The EMMY'S<div style="text-align: center;">
Sunday night was the Emmy awards, and I have a few things to say about that fashion!</div>
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This comes, like the Harry Potter Series, in 7 parts. </div>
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<b>1) I am so excited about all the structured, architectural details that are on trend. </b><br />
Sexy, edgy, figure flattering...<br />
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Zosie Mamet Emily Van Camp <br />
in Bihbu Mahopatra in J. Mendel<br />
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Jenna Malone Glenn Close<br />
in J. Mendel in Bihbu Mahopatra <br />
(watch that Angelina leg sweetheart!) <br />
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January Jones Tina Fey<br />
in Zac Posen in Vivienne Westwood<br />
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<b>2) The men were looking ravishing</b><br />
Men's fashion is so overlooked, but when done right... mmmm :D<br />
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Peter Dinklage Bryan Cranston <br />
perfectly talored In John Varvatos<br />
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Richard Madden Jesse Tyler Ferguson<br />
in Gucci In Black Flannel <br />
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<b>3) MERMAIDS!!!</b><br />
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Sofia Vergara Julianne Hough<br />
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Heidi Klum in Alexandre Vauthier<br />
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Ginnifer Goodwin Padma Lakshmi<br />
in Monique Lhullier in Monique Lhullier<br />
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<b>5) BRIGHT YELLOW</b><br />
savoring the last bit of sunshine before fall!<br />
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Leslie Mann Julianne Moore<br />
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Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy Julie Bowen<br />
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She's looking divine, and covering her arms to observe modern-orthodox Jewish tradition! </div>
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Amy Poehler in Stella McArtney. </div>
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She is everything I want to be. </div>
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In Tea Collection</div>
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Ashely Judd hired the hair stylist for the Hunger Games </div>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-64925091465949334052012-09-28T14:59:00.001-07:002012-09-28T15:05:06.764-07:00Periwinkle Sparkle French Tips: Party Time Weekend Edition!<div style="text-align: center;">
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I just had to brag about these, you guys. Because I did 'em free hand! All by myself! I'll be sitting absolutely still for the next hour in attempts not to smudge them...</div>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-20853481502673790962012-09-28T12:00:00.000-07:002012-09-28T12:00:03.887-07:00DIY Embellished Shades<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Steps 1-3: </b>Hot glue a ton of sparkly shit to your sunglasses.</div>
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<b>Step 4: </b>Wear them and be fabulous.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(Top left to right, click for tutorial: <a href="http://glitternglue.com/2012/08/14/diy-embellished-sunglasses/" target="_blank">Glitter n' Glue</a>, <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/dolce-gabbana-sunglass-diy" target="_blank">Refinery 29</a>, <a href="http://www.studs-and-pearls.com/2012/09/diy-lace-aviator-sunglasses.html" target="_blank">Studs and Pearls</a>, <a href="http://matterofstyle.blogspot.com/2012/05/bejewelled-sunglasses-diy.html" target="_blank">A Matter of Style</a>)</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(The ladies at <a href="http://nissajewelry.tumblr.com/post/27485517809/diy-embellished-sunglasses" target="_blank">Nissa Jewelry</a> added some chains to their sunnies- expect to see more of these)</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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The beauty of this project is that you can be as subtle or outrageous ad you'd like. Pictured above are seed beads, cabochons, nail decals, and even repurposed earrings! Istanbul has a sad lack of craft stores... but it does have a CRAFT DISTRICT. And you can bet that I'll be there this weekend with a keen eye for anything that might look great on a pair of shades. I have a feeling it will be sparkly.</div>
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What do you think of these DIY eye candies? Would you rather stick with your unadorned wayfarers?</div>
Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-25148891525699661882012-09-27T18:30:00.000-07:002012-09-30T15:37:19.520-07:00NY Fashion Week: Makeup!<div style="text-align: center;">
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Claire here!<br />
School is crazzzzzzzy busy, but I've had some time to think about makeup, don't you worry :D<br />
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been obsessing over the makeup featured at the recently adjourned New
York Fashion Week. The look of the moment is a fresh face and naked
lips, sometimes with a bright pink or blue 60s inspired eye. So fun,
playful, and yet very easy to do! <br />
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Rodarte Christian Siriano<br />
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Victoria Beckham DKNY<br />
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Ohne Titel Ann Yee<br />
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Donna Karan Marimekko<br />
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Peter Sommac Kate Spade<br />
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Be watching for these bright pinks and blues to hit the shelves very soon,</div>
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stay lovely!</div>
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Claire</div>
Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-4380255474713935612012-09-11T14:16:00.000-07:002012-09-11T14:16:16.807-07:00Etsy Roundup Part Deux<div style="text-align: center;">
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-30183280732409482082012-09-10T05:15:00.001-07:002012-09-10T12:04:01.076-07:00Fall Style Tips II: Right on Time<div style="text-align: center;">
I've never been much of a watch person. Maybe it's because I've grown up in the digital age, always using my cell to check the time, or because watches have always felt more like an adult necessity rather than another accessory. </div>
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For reasons unknown even to me, I brought my watch to Istanbul and haven't stopped wearing it since I arrived. I've also noticed that Turkish people are really into watches -my Turkish friends own as many stylish watches as they do bags, and they're sold everywhere by street hawkers. </div>
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If ever there was a right time to invest in a timepiece it's Fall, when we all have to start checking the clock again and act like grown-ups. Watches are practical, versatile, and sophisticated (outshone only by the monacle). Plus, you're guaranteed to find one that suits your style and purpose. </div>
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<small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=59477696" rel="nofollow">Rubber watch</a>, $64 / <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=62025450" rel="nofollow">Watch</a> / ASOS <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=63966152" rel="nofollow"> / Geneva </a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=63249979" rel="nofollow">wrap watch</a> / ASOS <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=43020163" rel="nofollow">, $35</a></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">I'm beginning to appreciate watches as both a practicality and an opportunity to make a statement. What's your verdict?</span></small><br />
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Can we all just stop for a minute and recognize how amazing Florence Welch is?</div>
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(If you don't know, she is the Florence from Florence + the Machine. <br />
If you don't know, Florence + the Machine makes great music)</div>
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Her voice is both powerful and tender, her hair is fiery and fabulous, and her style is superb.</div>
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Plus she is british so she speaks english in a far more attractive way that I do. </div>
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She effortlessly blends romantic and dreamy with edgy and punky </div>
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and tosses in some eccentricity and weirdness to boot. </div>
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I love her penchant for evocative bohemian prints and floaty fabric. </div>
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And man can she bring the DRAMA. </div>
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It's astonishing how hard she rocks her look, this sugar is taking no prisoners. </div>
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Let her be an inspiration to us all. Oh, I love you Flo.</div>
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<br />Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-53914753375642745992012-09-04T17:00:00.000-07:002012-09-12T04:33:49.793-07:00Trippy Business: Prabal Gurung's Orchid Rorschach Collection & OOTD<div style="text-align: center;">
I've always been really taken with the use of symmetrical inkblot-style imagery, especially Rorschach patterns, in fashion. I think it began with Alexander McQueen (doesn't everything begin with McQueen?), but at any rate, it's a technique that has surfaced here and there on the runways but rarely in places where non-millionares can purchase them. </div>
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The most recent appearance of of these acid trip-evoking textiles in couture was executed most elegantly by Prabal Gurung, a newer kid on the fashion block who has lived, worked, and studied all throughout Southern Asia. Here's a few pieces from his Spring 2012 collection:</div>
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<small>Prabal Gurung <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=52981218" rel="nofollow">floral print dress</a>, $1,120 / Prabal Gurung <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=55177728" rel="nofollow">floral top</a>, $670 / Prabal Gurung <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=52981275" rel="nofollow">floral blazer</a>, $1,485</small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">Imagine my delight when I found this floral shift on a sale rack in Turkey for under $20 USD! Though the pattern is much less subtle than Gurung's, sometimes you just have to wear the plainest shoes you can find and let the garment do it's thing.</span> </small></div>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-61960443596045512792012-09-02T14:52:00.000-07:002012-09-02T14:52:08.997-07:00Product Review: LUSH Solid Shampoo and Conditioner<div style="text-align: center;">
Ok, so about <a href="http://www.lushusa.com/" target="_blank">LUSH</a>. </div>
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However, their products are really hit or miss. </div>
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Luckily you have ME to let you know which products are amazing and which are not-so-much! </div>
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Today, I wanna talk about the Solid Hair Products. </div>
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<b>First:</b> the <a href="http://www.lushusa.com/Solid-Shampoos/solid-shampoos,en_US,sc.html" target="_blank">Solid Shampoo Bars</a>. AMAZING. </div>
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They all smell good, and they are amazing for your hair, </div>
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by rubbing it straight onto your scalp. </div>
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(Juniper, lemon, and lime oils, Rosemary and lavender decoction) </div>
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(ylang ylang and violet leaf oils with some delicious gardenia extract)</div>
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but I would visit a LUSH store, or the <a href="http://www.lushusa.com/Solid-Shampoos/solid-shampoos,en_US,sc.html" target="_blank">website</a>, to find one that is just right for your hair. </div>
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<b>Second, </b><a href="http://www.lushusa.com/Jungle/03399,en_US,pd.html?start=3&cgid=conditioners" target="_blank">Jungle</a> - the solid conditioner. </div>
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Avoid this product. </div>
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It is expensive and it DOES NOT WORK. </div>
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It boasts cocoa butter and fruit extract, but it is a FAIL.</div>
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There is no way to get it to actually apply to your hair, and it doesn't condition!</div>
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Such a bummer, it is a great idea. </div>
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"Fruity hair reclamation"</div>
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or <a href="http://www.lushusa.com/Okra/9999900906,en_US,pd.html?start=6&cgid=conditioners" target="_blank">Okra</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">"<span style="background-color: white;">for hair in phenomenally bad condition"</span></span></div>
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These are yummy and make your hair ohhhhhhh so soft and luxurious.</div>
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To summarize: DEFINITELY invest in a solid shampoo and a liquid or potted conditioner. </div>
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We are pleased to announce a new series here at RCS! As some of you may know, we're pretty big fans of <a href="http://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> around here (and also the satire site <a href="http://www.regretsy.com/" target="_blank">Regretsy</a>, which skewers the stranger items on the site). Not only is it a venue for purchasing unique items you can't find anywhere else, but your money directly supports small-scale crafters, designers, and vintage curators (Just watch out for those resellers though, a.k.a. <a href="http://www.regretsy.com/2012/03/09/simply-unique/" target="_blank">avoid owl pendants</a>). </div>
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So, from time to time we'll feature some Etsy listings we've picked out of the fray, because they're stylish, intriguing, or simply amusing. We're always doin' it for the lulz.</div>
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(From left to right: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/78394203/finger-print-embroidery-hoop-art-hand?ref=usr_faveitems" target="_blank">Finger Print Embroidery Hoop</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/68089630/gem-brooch-199-carat-series-sterling?ref=usr_faveitems" target="_blank">Gem Brooch Set</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/89612042/batman-symbol-necklace" target="_blank">Batman Pendant</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/92064184/hello-is-it-tea-youre-looking-for-lionel?ref=usr_faveitems" target="_blank">Lionel Ritchie Tea Mug</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/transaction/80619807" target="_blank">Mermaid Fins</a>, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/84714954/crocheted-viking-hat-adult-fun-and-funky?ref=sr_gallery_10&ga_search_query=crochet+viking+hat&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_ref=auto3&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">Crochet Viking Hat</a>)</div>
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P.S. If you have a moment, check out <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/madebybeejewelry" target="_blank">Berit's Etsy shop</a>! Because what's a post without some shameless self-promotion?</div>
Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-48124702494057731932012-08-28T03:51:00.000-07:002012-08-28T03:59:26.813-07:00OOTD: Floaty Fabrics<div style="text-align: center;">
Today I did that thing where I combine two pieces that don't match at all, but somehow work because they share the same texture. This dress was a gift to me for Bayram from a Turkish-designed label called <a href="http://www.yargici.com.tr/Collection.aspx#/collection0" target="_blank">Yargıcı</a> (Yar-guh-juh) that specializes in soft, feminine pieces nautical-inspired gear.</div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">(Dress, Yargıcı; scarf, Grand Bazaar; boots, GeeWaWa; earrings, Mom's; bangles, Pull & Bear; necklace, Istanbul boutique)</span></div>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-89393508235654719582012-08-24T03:42:00.001-07:002012-09-10T05:14:37.293-07:00Fall Style Tips: Metal Capped-Toe Shoes<div style="text-align: center;">
As Fall quickly approaches, many of us will reluctantly bid farewell to our sandals in lieu of more weather-appropriate footwear. In the fashion world, Autumn is synonymous with chicness and polish because of the melding of summer and winter styles, plus consistently mild weather that lends to layering for the purpose of style rather than utility.</div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">Valentino <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=60736320" rel="nofollow">kitten heel shoes</a> / Yves Saint Laurent <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=63205497" rel="nofollow">cap toe shoes</a>, $710 / Rachel Roy <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=63523903" rel="nofollow">slip on shoes</a> / ASOS <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=51905825" rel="nofollow">high heel pumps</a> / Wallis <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=63524501" rel="nofollow">flat shoes</a> / Oasis <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/thing.outbound?.embedder=2156779&.svc=blogger&id=60833460" rel="nofollow">cap toe shoes</a>, $60</span><br />
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Blessedly, this smart-looking trend has descended from the upper echelons of the fashion heavens to more affordable locations, including, not surprisingly, your local Forever21.<br />
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I don't know about you guys, but I'll be snatching up a decently priced pair of these shit-kickers ASAP. Thoughts?<br />
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-78465125430700808922012-08-22T16:02:00.000-07:002012-08-24T04:30:00.090-07:00Body Love<center>
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Spending the past two months in Turkey means that all the hospitable Turkish people I meet are constantly feeding me. Have seconds, thirds, don't you eat more than that? Aren't you hungry? Turkish life revolves around food, and if you've got a guest, well, you pretty much feed them until they can't breathe properly. Food = love.<br />
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So yes, naturally I've put on a few pounds since arriving in the city of Delicious Buttery Börek (basically the Turkish hot pocket), where I've relished all the incredible food I've been able to eat.</center>
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And despite all the self-love mantras my friends and I say, and all the affirming literature I read, and though I try to avoid magazines with models who have had 20% of their body weight photoshopped off or something, I have to confess that I have not been loving my body lately. I've been obsessing over how "gross" I feel. Being out of my usual routine and typical diet has thrown me for a loop where I've ended up heaping salad onto my plate (salad? I hate salad.) and worrying about the tightness of my pants.<br />
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I suppose this is all a prime example of the power cultural beauty norms perpetuated by the media have over women and the way they view themselves. Instead of admiring my curvier body or my happy psychological state or acknowledging that it's okay for weight to fluctuate, I'm beating myself up. After recognizing these obsessive new behaviors I also realized that hating my body isn't making me any happier or healthier. Furthermore, I don't want to lose my enthusiasm for Turkish food, which is fucking delicious.</center>
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<a href="http://rookiemag.com/2012/07/eating-a-manifesto/">This article</a> from Rookiemag really spoke to me because it doesn't chirp the same "U R BEAUTIFUL ALWAYS, AND STUFF" message that kind of loses it's meaning the more one hears it. Instead, it says: eat the fucking brownie if you want to, but if you do, you need to enjoy it. <br />
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<b>The author writes: "Here I am making a vast and sweeping gender stereotype, but do you ever, ever hear dudes say “I just want a little bite” or “This is so bad, you guys, but I totally ate a whole pint of Ben & Jerry’s last night”? No! Because it’s OK for men to eat! Men get hongray! Men need frozen dinners called “Hungry-Man”! Men need Manwich! Boys are allowed to grow into men, but “attractive” women in our culture are expected to stay at pretty much an eternal pre-adolescent weight. What’s society’s current ideal man look like? Fit. Big muscles. What’s society’s current ideal woman look like? Thin. Really thin. No hips. No belly. Hairless except for the head. Basically a 10-year-old girl with boobs added for sex appeal."</b></center>
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So yes, I'm all for eating healthy and taking care of myself. But no, I'm not okay with the double standard that women are held to where they must remain perpetually thin and feel guilty about enjoying food. Even if that brownie isn't as nourishing as some kale chips or whatever, the fact that it comes along with a blissed-out sugar high is sometimes JUST AS GOOD. <br />
<br />Physical and emotional health doesn't begin with a hateful relationship with food and our bodies. So next time I have a snack, I'm going to try to just enjoy it for what it is, no strings attached. <br />
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I know this isn't the most academic thing I've ever written, and I may not be using the right terminology. What I do know is that every woman (and man) is affected by negative body and gender norms in some way. My hope is that someone will <a href="http://rookiemag.com/2012/07/eating-a-manifesto/">read this</a> and feel empowered and encouraged like I did. </center>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-83422747318009730212012-08-19T23:21:00.001-07:002012-08-19T23:33:13.296-07:00Basic Eye Makeup: Enhancing Small Eyes<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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(start with well groomed eyebrows, and a well defined arch to open up the lid)</div>
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<b>cover the whole lid and inner corner with a light shimmery eye shadow </b></div>
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(i used MAC Naked Lunch)</div>
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<b>soften the lid using a neutral tone shadow just above the crease</b></div>
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(i used MAC Concrete)</div>
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<b>add definition by using a dark shadow in the outer corner</b><br />
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<b>run a black shadow or liner thinly along the lash line</b><br />
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Why buy new clothes when you can just spiff up the ones you have!</div>
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<b> 1. Revamped Button-up</b></div>
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Blinged out collars are everywhere right now, and as much as I think they are totally hot, </div>
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I am not paying 50$ at Urban Outfitters. </div>
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So, I rummaged in my closet and found a 10$ <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 17.77777862548828px; text-align: left;">H & M </span>button up I used for band concerts in high school. The fit was hideous, so I cut off the sleeves and the reshaped the bottom, </div>
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I love these, they are creamy and have a luscious sheen, and come in lots of very wearable colors. </div>
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If you aren't a lipstick OR a lipgloss kind of person, then this product may be your happy medium. </div>
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It feels like a balm, and is very tinted so you get great color payoff without the opacity of a lipstick. They smell good, wear well (and last long!), and are super affordable!</div>
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If you have tan skin, Creme Brulee is NOT your color. I love Tutti Frutti, Lollipop, and Candy Apple.</div>
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Y'all know I'm a huge proponent for gender equality, and that conviction extends to even to <b>-especıally to-</b> style. Clothing and how it is worn/who wears it has played a <b>historic role in the women's movement </b>(Just a few decades ago women were being kicked out of court for wearing slacks) and is also an important tool for <b>validating self-identity</b> in many spheres of society, gender and ethnicity being just a few.</div>
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So when a neat pair of Clarks "Desert Boots" caught my eye and a male friend informed me they're "more of a guy's shoe" I thought to myself: yeah, fuck that. I see this style of shoe frequently worn by men in Seattle but rarely by women. <b>Why should dudes have all the fun when it comes to these delightful kicks?</b> </div>
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</div>Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-19481056890815444352012-07-17T06:40:00.000-07:002012-07-17T06:40:49.440-07:00On Trend: Floral Denim (Istanbul Edition!)<div style="text-align: center;">
Hi everybody! Berit here, writing from Istanbul, Turkey! I'll be spending the next four months here for school. As always, apologies for our frequent and lengthly hiatuses. Sometimes adventures happen and we forget about blogging.</div>
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On my current adventure, however, I've discovered something: Turkish people are stylish. As in, wear whatever the f%*! you want, rock it hard, and wear something completely different the next day. <br />Their ability to simultaneously hop on trends and flaunt complete relativism to them has me constantly confused and impressed.</div>
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In my two weeks here, I've noticed a trend that was just beginning to catch on as I left the US is in full tilt in Istanbul: <b>Floral denim</b>. In homage to an exciting season for denim <b>(patterned denim is and will be huge this year)</b>, I put a few looks together to demonstrate the myriad of ways in which floral denim can be flaunted this summer:</div>
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<small> </small>It's important to note that floral jeans can be a little tricky. Depending on their color, pattern, and scale, it might be difficult to find a pair that is flattering to your body type. My favorites are the jeans in muted or same-family tones (pictured above) and faint white printing on regular blue denim (such as in the dress on the right), in a medium-size flower print. They offer intrigue and an element of fashion without overpowering the most important part of the look: <b>you</b>.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Here is a link to my online portfolio blog, which I recently created.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">All my best work in one place!</span></div>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-70897527371011025362012-07-15T20:50:00.005-07:002012-08-19T23:42:29.020-07:00I'M BACK!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="background-color: white;">After a very long hiatus, where I was rather burnt out on blogging, I (Claire) have returned!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">I have just come back to the Rain City after 6 months</span><span style="background-color: white;"> in Israel/Palestine </span><span style="background-color: white;">doing study abroad, </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">and have returned with much more knowledge </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">and a revived desire to share beauty knowledge with the world!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Our fashion expert Berit is currently in Istanbul, Turkey doing her Global Term and working for a women's non-profit. Wish her luck and send her love! I miss her so!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">So without further ado, a few of my favorite products of late:</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.almay.com/products/face/concealer/almay-wake-up-under-eye-concealer.aspx" target="_blank">Almay Wake-up Under-eye Concealer</a></div>
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Amazing, very brightening and moisturizing. Cheap! </div>
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I apply it with the brush tip applicator and then blend it out with my finger. </div>
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<a href="http://www.covergirl.com/lashblast-volumeblasting-mascara" target="_blank">Covergirl Lash Blast Volume -Waterproof</a></div>
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Still my favorite. I actually swam in this recently, and it didn't budge a bit. </div>
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Holds a curl like no other, adds amazing, clump-free volume, super affordable.</div>
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Note: Can be a little crispy (thats what makes it so good at holding a curl)<span style="background-color: white;"> </span></div>
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<a href="http://www.sallybeauty.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-SA-Site/default/Search-Show?prefn1=brand&prefv1=ISKIN" target="_blank">iSkin Deep Pore Cleansing Tool</a></div>
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This is essentially a cheaper Clarisonic. My skin has improved 10 fold because of daily use. </div>
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This creamy, mild cleanser is what I use with my iSkin tool. </div>
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It comes with a muslin cloth, <span style="background-color: white;">which I loved at first but then the muslin cloth was too hard to keep clean. </span></div>
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The cleanser itself is as good as they come, and is a total bargain. </div>
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It doesn't dry your skin AT ALL, but cleans it incredibly well--</div>
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MAC Eyeshadow in Woodwinked</div>
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This very warm gold brown is perfect on tanned skin in the summer, </div>
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<a href="http://moroccanoil.com/" target="_blank">Moroccan Oil Treatment</a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><a href="http://www.sephora.com/rouge-pur-couturevernis-a-levres-glossy-stain-P304003" target="_blank">Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Glossy Stain</a></span></div>
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Is exactly what it sounds like. </div>
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A stain that isn't drying or matt, offers a beautiful sheen to the lips </div>
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and comes in a range of insanely gorgeous colors. </div>
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Apply a thin layer, let it dry, then add on top for more color and gloss. </div>
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A splurge that is worth every penny, feels luxurious, looks luxurious, has luxurious packaging...</div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">as they would say on Parks and Recreation: TREAT YO SELF!</span></div>
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Available at <span style="background-color: white;">Sephora for 32$</span></div>
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skin stays matt and foundation lasts forever, <span style="background-color: white;">especially in the hot summer months.</span></div>
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Berit/Clairehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13560263002071235615noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5622322284323865748.post-44891319195527219682012-02-25T17:07:00.002-08:002012-02-25T17:10:57.564-08:00Killing Us Softly<div style="text-align: center;">
These two videos are from a lecture that Jean Kilbourne, feminist author, speaker, and filmmaker gave regarding her fourth film on women, sexuality and the media in "Killing Us Softly 4."</div>
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Please take the time to watch these, everyone -especially the second part of the video. It has become increasingly apparent to me how fucked up our culture's mass media and advertising is and how harmful it is to women in the way that we view our bodies, our intellectual self worth, and each other. </div>
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When I went to visit Berit in California a few weeks ago, </div>
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we bought each other manicures for Christmas.</div>
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I decided to be a little crazy and get a full set of acrylics. </div>
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Here is what they looked like:</div>
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The color was C-c-c-courage by China Glaze</div>
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It lasted SUPER well and looked magical!</div>
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However, as you can see, my natural nails started growing and showing.</div>
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I just got a black Sally Hansen nail art pen and was dying to do a french tip.</div>
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These pens are GREAT. They are easy to use, fast drying, and very precise.</div>
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Here's how my nails look now!</div>
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Happy New Year, everyone! As awards season quickly approaches (which Claire will be covering in depth), I've been checking out designer collections to see what we might expect to see on the red carpet and... you guys, I think I'm in love.</div>
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What do you think will be the staple style this awards season? Hopefully sequins will take a backseat this year...</div>
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