Unfortunately, I've had the bend over to get something and wind up with a boobie saying HAAAAAAAAY incident as well. I learned quickly how to do the bend without the full movement.

4/22/2009 2:05:13 PM

i like designer jeans: my Diesels I got in Vegas after winning big on the slots (haha) and my Seven at Marshalls and Calvin Klein at TJ Maxx

my 1 designer bag: the only thing I asked for at Christmas 2 years ago--a Kenneth Cole blue handbag...if you know me, you saw me use it for a 1.5yr straight. i just recently "retired" it b/c the leather was getting super worn...it needed a break!

and shoes: too many to count

but i don't think i'm girlie prolly cause i'm not big on dresses unless I'm getting dressed up for a purpose...then i get very in to dresses and get super girlie

ok so maybe I AM girlie

4/22/2009 2:28:36 PM

Anyone ever used Sephora brand eyeshadow? Does it stay on well?

I am thinking about getting http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P234317&categoryId=S10501&shouldPaginate=true to have some more colors to play with because right now I've been sticking with just gray and brown and that's getting boring.

I usually hate the kits like that but it seems like a good way to get a nice color selection of a good brand without having to buy them all separately.

4/22/2009 2:33:32 PM

Oh nice!

That's a good way to experiment with color. Even if the sephora ones don't stay on you can get an idea of the colors you like for that cheap price, and then you can find some of those colors with a better brand.

4/22/2009 2:36:22 PM

That's kinda what I was thinking.

I also like http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P175202&categoryId=S10501&shouldPaginate=true and http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P196711&categoryId=S10501&shouldPaginate=true and http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P204726&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5682

4/22/2009 2:37:35 PM

I really like the Sephora brand, and usually go for the quad-color sets like this one:

http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P166405&categoryId=S10501&shouldPaginate=true

4/22/2009 2:38:33 PM

i have no idea if it stays on well...but get Urban Decay's eyeshadow primer and you won't have to worry about that one bit

i now swear by this stuff...as a contact wearer, it's GLORIOUS!!!!

4/22/2009 2:40:45 PM

I had some Clinique eyeshadow primer a way long time ago that was awesome. You think I'd buy some more ... but that would be logical.

4/22/2009 2:42:35 PM

I too am a fan of eye shadow primer

more so for the color to show up better on my dark skin, but it does help minimize creases!!!

4/22/2009 2:45:30 PM

Sweet ... I'm getting the big palette, the smoky eye set and the primer, which gets me free shipping and a lot of fun stuff to play with.

[Edited on April 22, 2009 at 2:52 PM. Reason : thanks for the help, ladies ]

4/22/2009 2:51:10 PM

it's nice to feel useful again

4/22/2009 2:53:02 PM

Urban Decay's shadow primer is God's gift to make-up.... and their shadows are really nice too, very blendable!!

Quote :

" i dont need the shaping, i have that down, i just need something to hold on to them when i, say, bend down to pick something up "

That is one downside about the suit I think i was more excited that I found one where they're not trying to peek out of the bottom and the straps don't kill me. But definitely not one to go swimming in the ocean with (or bend down in).

Does Target really have that great of swimsuits? Now I'm tempted to buy one from there...

[Edited on April 22, 2009 at 3:35 PM. Reason : .]

4/22/2009 3:33:02 PM

I get a lot of my swim suits from Target. But they really aren't that cheap comparatively. It's actually cheaper for me to get them from VS. Another GREAT store to shop is "Everything but Water" at Southpoint (but don't expect to pay less than $75 for a suit). I like that store simply because their sizing is done like bra size, so I can walk in and know it fits me. Harder to do that with your generic "smalls" at a lot of places. My all time favorite suit is from H&M, I just wish there were a store around here!


[Edited on April 22, 2009 at 3:42 PM. Reason : name]

4/22/2009 3:41:59 PM

if anybody ever wanted to purchase a vix bathing suit this website I joined is having suits from them almost half price or more on April 27th. Does anybody want to join? It's free and you don't have to buy anything.

4/22/2009 10:10:11 PM

i've wanted these shoes for over a year now. i need to have them. they are $100

4/26/2009 9:17:15 PM

I swear by Urban Decay eye makeup.

Their 24/7 liners are AWESOME.

4/26/2009 9:22:09 PM

question for the girls that use eye shadow primer - i'm never quite sure if this issue is from 'slipping' eye shadow or just me causing it, but i have a tendency to randomly touch/rub my eyes (nothing intense, like when you first wake up or something) and i always have shadow rub off. would primer help remedy that issue? especially now that it's finally getting warmer in NY, i get sweaty/oily easily and my makeup always gets gross.

4/26/2009 10:33:24 PM

Clinique's eye stay make-up is my favorite for the summer.




http://www.clinique.com/templates/products/sp_shaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY4898&PRODUCT_ID=PROD562

4/26/2009 10:39:49 PM

So, I checked out a new consignment shop today. It was fun! Staff very nice and friendly, and they have a lot of home stuff as well as clothing, shoes and ESPECIALLY bags. I got a cute little black dress with a bit of tule netting underneath to give it a bit of a flare out shape, the top is that off-the-shoulder style. Perfect condition, it looks like this brand sells at Nordstrom for high $50-70, I got it for $18.

I really liked their home goods (beaautiful furniture, tons of mirrors) and they had cute accessories. They have different colored tags that get different percentages off (mine was only 25% off the tag), and coming in May 1-15, every color will be 50% off (though, I do wonder if that means the tags that mean 75% off are only gonna be 50 )

Anyway, if you're up in the area, have a looksee. I had my boyfriend with me so I didn't spend too much time - Passage Consignment, 1924 Wake Forest Road.

I'm gonna pick up some amber colored jewelry soon so I can wear those high heels and my new black dress

4/26/2009 10:58:06 PM

Has anyone tried Clinique's redness relief cream? Does it work for you?

I know it's going to depend on skin type, but what is your experience with it

4/26/2009 11:00:10 PM

Cute Reuseable bags! vote for these!
6772 http://www.designareusablebag.com/vote-for-designs/bag.aspx?BagId=6772&ad=4
31735http://www.designareusablebag.com/vote-for-designs/bag.aspx?BagId=31735&ad=9
22647 http://www.designareusablebag.com/vote-for-designs/bag.aspx?BagId=22647&ad=5
and
18182 http://www.designareusablebag.com/vote-for-designs/bag.aspx?BagId=18182&ad=4 and its from RALEIGH!

4/27/2009 10:59:57 AM

i haven't washed my hair since friday. it still isn't even THAT gross. and i kinda get the ncsuwolfy thing going on---the dirtier my hair is, the more willing it is to curl. i have wavy hair so it will curl even if it is clean (well, wave) but it won't do like the bouncy flouncy curls unless it is diiirtay, apparently.

it isn't even that greasy. there are definitely spots and if i straightened my dirty ass hair it would definitely be gross. but right now its just a tangley bun. i could probably have dreadlocks in like 2 more days.

i don't know why i've gone 3 days w/o washing. i just thought i'd try it. and now that my skin is cleared up (i guess some of the stresses in my life have gone away, so..my skin randomly cleared up...like totally) i don't feel as ugly when i just throw my hair back in a bun w/ a headband!

4/27/2009 11:18:31 AM

^^no

4/27/2009 11:19:53 AM

Oh. My. God. WANT.

They also come in tan and black (no pictures) which I would be more than happy with. Especially tan.
They're Hush Puppies. And come in wide.

But geez, I don't think I can handle a 2.75" heel. My body doesn't do too well with heels, period.

4/27/2009 11:26:43 AM

^^ troll

4/27/2009 11:43:49 AM

from shoes to ALDI bags ey.

4/27/2009 11:46:50 AM

Quote :

"I really liked their home goods (beaautiful furniture, tons of mirrors) and they had cute accessories. They have different colored tags that get different percentages off (mine was only 25% off the tag), and coming in May 1-15, every color will be 50% off (though, I do wonder if that means the tags that mean 75% off are only gonna be 50 )"

What were some of the prices like on their furniture, if you happened to notice?

4/27/2009 11:49:50 AM

^^ aldi bags?

4/27/2009 12:21:23 PM

Belks has some good bathing suits and bikinis on sale.

there is this yellow bikini that I really want for only $17. they have a pretty good selection too.

4/27/2009 12:45:05 PM

Can anyong recomend a good face exfoliation?

4/27/2009 1:20:46 PM

I use Clinique 7-day scrub. I had a problem with flaking around my cheeks and forehead, and this has totally fixed it. I use it every morning before my standard facewash.

4/27/2009 1:48:57 PM

Quote :

"What were some of the prices like on their furniture, if you happened to notice?"

Let's see if I remember correctly. I remember more of what was there than the actual prices, I'll admit. I think they're a bit more expensive than some of the stuff you could haggle of Craigslist, but there stuff isn't junky in the slightest. I didn't see any particle board or cheaply made stuff. I'd say their prices cater to more first home buyers as opposed to college-grab-as-cheap-as-you can buyers. Nothing against the last crowd, but their prices aren't THAT low in the furniture department.

There was a large oval glass top wrought iron table that was in the $160 range...a loveseat that was pretty sturdy (no particle board in that piece) in the upper 200s with immaculate fabric (no stains, no rips, nothing), there was an executive corner desk and a with a comfty swivel executive chair (can't remember the price though)...there was a set of two matching barstools (metal base with nice, clean, spotless cushions) at $66/68 each I believe. There was a LOT more. Lots of headboards/baseboards, I think I remember seeing two room divider things...

Lots, lots more. Dressers, nightstands, armoires, dining room tables, etc.

4/27/2009 2:43:49 PM

^Thanks. I'm past the stage of buying as cheaply as possible, but don't want to spend a ton of money. Sounds like I need to go see what they've got.

4/27/2009 2:50:53 PM

Quote :

"So, I checked out a new consignment shop today. It was fun! Staff very nice and friendly, and they have a lot of home stuff as well as clothing, shoes and ESPECIALLY bags. I got a cute little black dress with a bit of tule netting underneath to give it a bit of a flare out shape, the top is that off-the-shoulder style. Perfect condition, it looks like this brand sells at Nordstrom for high $50-70, I got it for $18. I really liked their home goods (beaautiful furniture, tons of mirrors) and they had cute accessories. They have different colored tags that get different percentages off (mine was only 25% off the tag), and coming in May 1-15, every color will be 50% off (though, I do wonder if that means the tags that mean 75% off are only gonna be 50 ) Anyway, if you're up in the area, have a looksee. I had my boyfriend with me so I didn't spend too much time - Passage Consignment, 1924 Wake Forest Road. I'm gonna pick up some amber colored jewelry soon so I can wear those high heels and my new black dress "

I went today during lunch. Looked at clothes and home goods, etc. The clothes DEF cater to the older crowd (40s-60s). Even when I was there everyone in the store was 40+ and two people who dropped off clothing/decor were in their 50's.

I wasn't too impressed with the furniture either. A lot of that stuff you can get on craigslist for cheaper or you can bargain it down.

The decor was definitely for an older crowd as well too. And a lot of it was overpriced. Picture frames that looked like they came from Target for $15, etc...

4/27/2009 3:08:00 PM

thrifty broads ftmfw

4/27/2009 3:11:03 PM

^^ You're right in that its not a super trendy place. It'd say it is not a college crowd environment. But 40-60 is a little on the steep side...but I only looked at jewelry/handbags and dresses and jeans. Those were definitely not in the 40-60 age range. Shirts, I don't know, I didn't explore into that area.

Some consignment/thrift stores you CAN bargain. Try it. I know Cause for Paws thrift shop and this other consignment store my mother used to go do would do it. And I hope you didn't just look at the sticker price - certain stickers are different percentages off.

To each their own! Sorry you were disappointed, I got a cute dress, and just thought I'd share.

4/27/2009 3:33:11 PM

I wasn't disappointed - just thought I would let people know before they actually went to the store since I work right down the road.

And yep - I looked at the color tags, a lot of items are not discounted btw. And I looked at purses, shirts, pants and dresses.

4/27/2009 3:35:13 PM

I bought this dress:




And I absolutely LOVE IT!

The back of the dress is the best:

4/28/2009 9:56:45 AM

^ I like the back

Quote :

"the dirtier my hair is, the more willing it is to curl."

My best friend is a hair dresser and its one of the only rules she has. Her hair is wavy, not curly per se, but she swears by not washing it. You can get it wet, condition it, don't shampoo it. I second it. Strait or curly I only wash it 2x a week unless I work out or something. It just doesn't need it and it looks much better


I like mac's eye primer. I dont love the way it feels but it does keep my makeup in place and i also use it as concealer. You need a paint brush to get it on though.

sawahash, still looking for a good face exfoliant?

http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com/bodyshop/browse/product_detail.jsp?categoryId=cat30018&productId=prod170218

This is super. Its very grainy so its more of a heavy duty exfoliater rather then a daily. But if you are looking for something a little more mild they also make a oat and honey one too.


[Edited on April 28, 2009 at 10:52 AM. Reason : face scrub]

4/28/2009 10:43:58 AM

So ladies, I am spending a few days in vegas this summer (well, evenings, I imagine the daylight hours will be spent sleeping) and have NO idea what to wear/pack/start shopping for.

I can get away with fashion forward looks because I have a sort of rock star thing going for me. I am debating just going the little black dress route that I can accessorize for whatever we are doing.

Any suggestions?

4/28/2009 11:14:55 AM

June/July/August in Vegas are going to be HOT (100+) so wear something that breathes, i.e. tank dress, if you insist on wearing a dress.

4/28/2009 11:22:09 AM

We will probably be staying inside for most of it, but that's a good point. Lordy, I'm going to have to be bathing suit ready by then.

We are going the second weekend in June.

4/28/2009 11:29:35 AM

Does anyone have any suggestions for evening up skin tone as far as scars go? I usually wear a light powder but I HATE wearing powder during the summer... and I want nice, even skin. I saw something on the clinique website for this but wasn't sure how good it was... and the Neutrogena microdermabrasion looks alright but it's expensive Any suggestions?

[Edited on April 28, 2009 at 11:33 AM. Reason : PS, LOVE the yellow dress!!]

4/28/2009 11:31:55 AM

^ if you try the nutragina mircodermabrasion kit let me know. Ive been thinking about doing it aswell

4/28/2009 12:55:08 PM

Jen your spelling cracks me up!!!!

I ♥ it!

4/28/2009 2:52:49 PM

it's not 'lightweight' but dermablend is the master of scar coverage.

4/28/2009 9:21:50 PM

I keep wanting to try a microdermabrasion kit to see if it'll do anything for fading acne scars. I got horrible cystic acne on my chin when I went off birth control, and now my skin has cleared up completely but I still have to put concealer on the red scars.

4/29/2009 8:53:31 AM

^^ Well it's not like hardcore scares that I would need Mederma for.. just mainly to even everything out.

^ Yeah I'm kinda in the same boat, mine wasn't as bad as yours (which sounds like it sucked btw :'() but I would like everything to be the same color and not have like a little red patch here, etc..

I'm leaning towards that Neutrogena one, it has a lot of great reviews on Amazon and is $20 cheaper than in stores...

4/29/2009 9:00:00 AM

Got this dress for graduation

5/5/2009 4:20:34 PM

cute!


iirc, i wore shorts & a t-shirt
i wore cute shoes though

5/5/2009 4:27:03 PM