MinkaGrl01
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anyone have any good homemade conditioning hair mask recipes that you've tried?
I have the place to myself saturday night so I was thinking of whipping something up, putting it in my hair and watching a rom com with a glass of wine. 4/4/2014 3:06:18 PM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
how about the ol' avocado treatment? or mayo if you're feeling cheap 4/6/2014 10:21:46 AM |
Beethoven All American 4080 Posts user info edit post |
Can I pull out my seersucker suit post-Easter or do I need to wait until Memorial Day? 4/10/2014 10:14:28 AM |
NCSUHippie If it feels good 1189 Posts user info edit post |
^ I wear spring clothes when it feels like spring. I give no fucks about the appropriate dates...] 4/10/2014 10:15:49 AM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
Where are you? If you're still in the South, go for it. I cannot speak for other parts of the country. 4/10/2014 10:16:49 AM |
Beethoven All American 4080 Posts user info edit post |
I'm in NC. I only care because I don't want to be judged by the Judge on my suit choice. 4/10/2014 10:18:31 AM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
Okay, so that's different, I guess. In court, I wouldn't wear it at all unless it's a small town and I'm an older gentleman and it's the dead of summer. 4/10/2014 10:26:43 AM |
elkaybie All American 39626 Posts user info edit post |
I would say for court and South, Seersucker at/after Easter is AOK. 4/11/2014 7:24:46 AM |
begonias warning: not serious 19578 Posts user info edit post |
My ovaries are trying to kill me.
Took excedrine, went for a walk, ate a banana... still dying. 4/12/2014 1:26:14 PM |
ComputerGuy (IN)Sensitive 5052 Posts user info edit post |
Pics or it didn't happen. 4/12/2014 2:43:59 PM |
bmel l3md 11149 Posts user info edit post |
got this dress to wear for Easter and my pinning ceremony. What color shoes/jewelry should I wear with it? I was wanting to wear something fun since the dress colors are pretty boring for spring.
http://www.jcpenney.com/women/dresses/sundresses/corey-paige-double-v-neck-belted-dress/prod.jump?ppId=pp5003720078&catId=cat100210008&deptId=dept20000013&N=1003810002&extDim=true&topDim=Categories&topDimvalue=sundresses&dimCombo=Categories%7C&dimComboVal=sundresses%7C¤tDim=Categories¤tDimVal=sundresses&colorizedImg=DP0124201417093753M.tif 4/12/2014 7:28:06 PM |
DivaBaby19 Davidbaby19 45208 Posts user info edit post |
Seersucker is perfectly fine after Easter...no need to wait for Memorial Day! 4/14/2014 10:13:04 AM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
Bmel, are you wearing the belt? What color is the hardware? 4/14/2014 10:42:42 AM |
slappy1 All American 2303 Posts user info edit post |
that dress is really cute - I see that it has spandex in it but doesn't give the percentages. would it work for someone with huge bewbs? 4/14/2014 2:11:32 PM |
Ribs All American 10713 Posts user info edit post |
"Huge" is a relative term. Pics would make this judgement much easier. 4/14/2014 2:53:55 PM |
bmel l3md 11149 Posts user info edit post |
I do plan to wear the belt since it makes my waist look smaller. The hardware is silver. Here's a picture of me wearing it. I got tiny boobs, so I can't really say if its good for the big breasted girls.
4/14/2014 9:03:26 PM |
slappy1 All American 2303 Posts user info edit post |
I love it.
we might have to be twins... 4/14/2014 10:14:22 PM |
bmel l3md 11149 Posts user info edit post |
It's an awesome dress and very flattering. I can't wait to wear it on Saturday. get it while it's on sale. That's a size 8, btw. 4/14/2014 10:27:37 PM |
LivinProof78 All American 49373 Posts user info edit post |
I am in LOVE with these two dresses...
unfortunately I'm not $120 worth of in love with either of them
I would pay that for both of them...but not for each of them... 4/16/2014 8:51:04 AM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
crossin my fingers for a BOGO sale in your future 4/16/2014 8:59:12 AM |
LivinProof78 All American 49373 Posts user info edit post |
thanks 4/16/2014 9:03:37 AM |
NCSUHippie If it feels good 1189 Posts user info edit post |
I need help! My workplace has decided to be stricter on it's business professional dress code. Most of my dresses will probably be ok as long as I wear a jacket/blazer to work. But I probably need to shop for some new work outfits nonetheless. Does anyone here wear professional clothes to work? If so, where to you shop?
And most importantly, am I destined to pay $TEXAS every time I want a new work outfit? 4/16/2014 5:14:18 PM |
DivaBaby19 Davidbaby19 45208 Posts user info edit post |
When I worked at the tv station, I got most of my work stuffs from GAP and even Ann Taylor (BOFF ON SALE HOLLA).
Their dress pants/trousers are amaze. Fit just like the Theory brand I sold when I worked at Saks...and that costs $Texas.
Try Limited, NY & Co, etc. They have upped their game a bit and all have good prices on sale stuffs. 4/16/2014 5:38:56 PM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
^^No, you can get perfectly fine professional clothing at Target and other department stores. Minor tailoring is necessary, and you have to take good care of them since they're not the highest quality.
Otherwise, I'm pretty sure you have a great body so cheaper clothes will still flatter you. Furthermore, if you're not receiving top pay at your job, nobody expects you to ball out on work clothes. In fact, if you do invest in a lot of very nice garments, some people may become suspicious/jealous of you and talk shit about the rich husband you must have. (Not joking, unfortunately.)
Just buy a bare minimum of cheap essentials now. Then keep your eye out for suiting sales and whatnot.
[Edited on April 16, 2014 at 5:45 PM. Reason : ^The Limited is doing so much better at the moment. It's weird, man!] 4/16/2014 5:39:40 PM |
NCSUHippie If it feels good 1189 Posts user info edit post |
^^ Thanks! I was browsing the Limited website yesterday and their prices weren't too bad. I'll check out the others, too. I guess I need to go to the mall soon... one of my least favorite activities.] 4/16/2014 5:40:33 PM |
acraw All American 9257 Posts user info edit post |
I like the style of the dress. But not really into floral. 4/16/2014 5:41:15 PM |
DivaBaby19 Davidbaby19 45208 Posts user info edit post |
Well I bought a top every now and again from Target and the likes. I have no prob incorporating those type things with my staple pieces. I just made sure my pants/jackets were of better quality. No need in paying all that money for tailoring when you're going to have to buy the pants again in a couple months ya know? 4/16/2014 5:41:20 PM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
^AHA, my "No" post wasn't directed at you. My bad! 4/16/2014 5:45:44 PM |
NCSUHippie If it feels good 1189 Posts user info edit post |
I tried to edit my previous post again, but it failed.
Lots of people at my company make a decent amount of money and dress well. I think I make the standard for my job/age, but I like to spend money on travel, going out with friends, etc. I never plan to spend a lot on clothes, that's just not me. I hope to find a few blazers on super-sale since winter is mostly over, but that can also hurt my chances of finding them.
I've seen some of the stuff at Target, which is where I do most of my "new" clothes shopping anyway. But I'll need a few more staples that what they carry. 4/16/2014 5:46:05 PM |
DivaBaby19 Davidbaby19 45208 Posts user info edit post |
Get a couple pairs of black pants, a pair of grey, and even brown if you wanna be crazy.
Then just switch out your tops and you have outfits for dayyyyys.
I seriously wore the same 5 or 6 shirts and kept them super plain. That way I can put on big ole necklaces and make it look a different outfit even tho I may have worn it 4 days ago.
[Edited on April 16, 2014 at 5:48 PM. Reason : get creative] 4/16/2014 5:47:47 PM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
^This. I don't know why people can't do this. I mean, holy shit, people can't dress for work. It's unbelievable.
They randomly decide to be fashionable or something, but they have no sense of style.
Or they have loads and loads of junky clothes that don't flatter them.
Or they try to get away with stuff that's way too casual.
It's ridiculous.
And, NCSUHippie, due to the tone of your original post, I was under the impression that you had a very low income. Since you're doing fine, just do what Erica's suggesting!
[Edited on April 16, 2014 at 5:55 PM. Reason : ] 4/16/2014 5:54:06 PM |
DivaBaby19 Davidbaby19 45208 Posts user info edit post |
Oh and I'm sure you have a couple cardigans
that just ads like fifty eleven more outfit ideas 4/16/2014 6:02:35 PM |
brainysmurf All American 4762 Posts user info edit post |
http://www.outfitposts.com/
she swears by the express editor pants. 4/17/2014 12:11:52 AM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
I'm sorry, ladies...this cannot be a thing.
People cannot possibly suck that bad at simple outfits that this person has a blog about how she puts her clothes together.
And I get how challenging "one suitcase" is for traveling. However, half those outfits are needlessly terrible.
[Edited on April 17, 2014 at 12:47 AM. Reason : ] 4/17/2014 12:31:40 AM |
DivaBaby19 Davidbaby19 45208 Posts user info edit post |
^LOLOLOL
4/17/2014 3:47:26 PM |
NCSUHippie If it feels good 1189 Posts user info edit post |
I wish I could wear pants... I mean I can physically wear them. But in the past few years I've noticed that I go through pants too much, because any time I gain or lose a few pounds my pants don't fit anymore.
I've transitioned to almost all dresses for work since my weight fluctuates quite a bit. 4/17/2014 4:26:52 PM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
I prefer skirts and dresses, but I don't like wearing pantyhose every day.
My wardrobe is bad; it's a hodgepodge of other people's clothes, some stuff from twenty years ago, and a handful of the things I purchased in the past year that still actually fit.
I went on an extensive shopping trip last week, but I couldn't find anything decent. Everything in my pitiful price range was too shabby to warrant a purchase. 4/17/2014 4:56:20 PM |
DivaBaby19 Davidbaby19 45208 Posts user info edit post |
Good thing most trousers are supposed to move when you walk and not be skin-tight
Bridget we really need to work on that. 4/17/2014 5:44:27 PM |
BridgetSPK #1 Sir Purr Fan 31378 Posts user info edit post |
The money isn't there. It's the time for saving! 4/17/2014 5:52:44 PM |
Skwinkle burritotomyface 19447 Posts user info edit post |
Any tips on preventing the afternoon forehead oil slick that starts this time of year? I tried a shine prevention foundation once that I don't remember helping. I was thinking maybe a foundation primer would help, but if I can avoid having to use a third layer of stuff on my face, I'm all for it. Currently I just use a BB cream to moisturize/SPF and then foundation maybe half the time. 4/29/2014 10:23:11 AM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
this stuff is working pretty well for me so far:
but in summer, i think you need to add a powder on top. or just give up. 4/29/2014 10:36:51 AM |
Skwinkle burritotomyface 19447 Posts user info edit post |
Oh, yeah, I forgot to mention powder. I don't usually use it, but I started recently to see if it would help. It helps some, but not really all that much. I know I could also use some of those oil-wicking sheets after the fact, but I don't particularly like those. 4/29/2014 10:41:14 AM |
NCSUHippie If it feels good 1189 Posts user info edit post |
If you use a BB cream, I would skip the foundation. But then again, I use a loose powder so that's kinda why I skip the liquid foundation.
I do like using powder, usually a translucent, since I do not like the "dewey" look that many girls go for. 4/29/2014 10:45:12 AM |
Skwinkle burritotomyface 19447 Posts user info edit post |
They serve different purposes though. Foundation is for coverage. 4/29/2014 12:13:30 PM |
GREEN JAY All American 14180 Posts user info edit post |
what products are you using, specifically?
I have quit using bb cream and foundation (never was a fan) both entirely since my face is looking so much better after upping my skincare regimen. even if i get a couple tiny hormonal pimples, i still think i look better without that stuff now. 4/29/2014 12:25:21 PM |
dropdeadkate nerdlord 11725 Posts user info edit post |
Nyx makes this white powder. Its fucking magical. We'll stop by ulta this weekend 4/29/2014 5:17:07 PM |
Skwinkle burritotomyface 19447 Posts user info edit post |
I use CG Smoothers BB Cream and Covergirl Trublend foundation. I have pretty good skin, no breakouts or anything, and I tend to use foundation more like concealer to reduce darkness under my eyes and even out the color across my cheeks and nose. If I decide to use actual concealer (rarely) it's Benefit. For powder I have a Physicians Formula mineral loose powder.
Definitely not stuck on any of those. I've never ventured far from drugstore brands for this kind of thing because I don't have skin issues or need a ton of coverage. But I'm not opposed to paying more for something that will help with oiliness.
I'll try the magical white powder and go from there. 4/30/2014 11:13:47 AM |
NCSUHippie If it feels good 1189 Posts user info edit post |
I've had lots of luck with L'Oreal's primer. Plus it's only $10-12.
It gives me a really matte look. 4/30/2014 11:33:32 AM |
elise mainly potato 13090 Posts user info edit post |
: Do I buy a nice outfit for a newborn to wear to a funeral or just dress him in the nicest thing he already has? (aqua shorts and a pastel plaid button up) 4/30/2014 2:31:43 PM |
dropdeadkate nerdlord 11725 Posts user info edit post |
why are you bringing a baby to a funeral 4/30/2014 3:29:24 PM |