MISSALANEYUS

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  • DIY Beauty: Lip Scrub

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    After my post about a dark lip, I thought I should share a recipe I found for a lip scrub over at Petite Elefant. Having something like this in your back pocket is critical to pulling off any of the bold lip colors popular for fall. I also have a feeling it will come in handy…

  • Drugstore Diva: Whiney Lips

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    Wine or bordeaux colored lipstick is hot for fall, but I’ve been a little apprehensive to try it. For starters, the look reminds me of the 90’s. Oh, you don’t remember this?

  • Fashion Friday: Leather

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    Leather is a huge trend this fall, and I couldn’t be more excited about it. While I was in college, leather had a moment. I remember girls wearing long, neutral skirts in buttery leather. With knit tops and tall boots, they looked so chic. I, however, was on a budget and rocked a pair of pleather…

  • Fashion Friday: T-Strap

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    The T-strap is having a moment. Retro and chic, they conjure up visions of pencil skirts, the 40’s and seamed hose. Accessories are some of the easiest ways to try new trends. Get a jump on your fall wardrobe by picking up a pair. I’ve got my eye on a few of these. If you’ve…

  • DIY: Almond & Orange Scrub

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    A year ago, I did a post on DIY Beauty. For a while, I’ve been wanting to try some of the other recipes I found while researching, and finally landed on this almond orange scrub via Pink of Perfection. I had all of the ingredients on hand, so it seemed like a perfect fit. It was a…

  • Fashion Friday: Denim Wishlist

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    Despite the extreme heat, I’m dreaming of denim. There are a number of adventurous trends for the upcoming season like patterned, leather accented, coated or jewel toned jeans. and while I’ve got my eye on a pair of red or purple ones, I don’t think I’m ready to try the other styles. To pull off the other looks, I would need…

  • Drugstore Diva: Posh Polish

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    I first spotted this polish in a magazine ad on Olivia Wilde. I loved the vibrant green and couldn’t get the color out of my head. A few weeks ago, my friend Julee rocked a similar color on her fingers at a wedding reception. It looked fresh and bold, so I decided to bite the…

  • Fashion Friday: The Statement Necklace

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    Statement necklaces are having a moment again, and when it comes to simple, high impact trends, this is one worth trying on. Necklaces like these can dress up a casual tee and shorts or turn a lbd into something special. Statement Necklaces by missalaneyus featuring a chain necklace   Not sure how to wear this trend? Take…

  • Josie Maran Argan Mini Color Sticks

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    My mother-in-law and I share a deep love for all things Sephora, so you can imagine my delight when I received a box of beauty treats from her for my birthday. One of the standout items in the box was a set of Josie Maran’s Argan Mini Color Sticks. These tiny sticks of sheer color are perfect for…

  • Fashion Friday: Color Blocking

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    Color blocking is a huge trend again for summer. Bright and playful it’s a fun look to try as the weather heats up. Look for classic silhouettes and punchy colors. If you’re not sure if it’s right for you, consider trying the trend out in a handbag or a great pair of shoes. (I think I…