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Sunday, February 22, 2015

                                 Spring 2015s Biggest Fashion Trends 

                                                          With Fashion Week now over, here are the 8 biggest fashion trends for Spring 2015. 
                                         
                                                                                    1. Shirtdresses 

                                                           This classic staple takes a new twist with drop-waists, high slits and even double slits.

                                                                       

                                                                                         2. Yellow

This Spring yellow takes the stage with various shades ranging from marigold to canary. With so many selections, there is a shade for everyone, even for those whole aren't usually yellow fans. The trick is simply figuring out which shade looks best on your skin tone.
                                                                    

                                                                                3. Black and White 

    Although this trend never really goes out of style, what makes it interesting for the Spring are all of the new textures, patterns and silhouettes.

                                                                   

                                                                                 4. Blue and White 
                                                   If black and white is too dark for you for the Spring, blue and white might be a better option.
                                                                  


                                                                       5. Kimono-Style Trench Coats 

                                  The classic trench coat re-designed: now slouchy, more comfortable and comfortable. Definitely a Spring staple.
                                                                 


                                                                             6. Head-to-Toe White

I love this chic trend. It's no longer about when you can wear white, but now how you can wear it. Mix up the textures, layer up and try various shades together.
                                                                 

                                                                          7. The One-Shoulder Look

                    Also a fan of this trend, it is sexy without revealing too much. Show off your shoulders with fun one-shoulder tops and dresses.
                                                               

8. Polo Style Shirts

The sporty theme continues this season. Get ready to pop your collar and channel your inner prep.



Tuesday, February 17, 2015

                                               14 Junk Foods That Are Healthier Than You Think

                                                                                      1. Chips 

Choosing potato chips that are plain and do not have monosodium glutamate (MSG) are the best option when looking for the healthiest potato chip to buy. Other options to make this junk food healthier include baked chips, kettle chips and those not made from potatos, such as beans or vegetables. 

2. Dark Chocolate

Almonds covered in chocolate are the best options to make this junk food healthier because of the added antioxidants and unsaturated fat. Try to choose brands with no added sugars to reduce unhealthy ingredients even more. 

3.Snack Cakes

Look for 100-calorie packs with at least 7 grams of fiber. Cereal bars are also a goox option, adding nutrition from fruit and oats. 

4. Cookies

Choose graham crackers, oatmeal cookies with fruit or raisins, or ginger cookies. You want to pack as many healthy foods into a cookie as possible, while letting it still be a cookie. 

5. Popsicles

You can get fruit content from different popsicles. In most cases, you can find varieties that have no added sugars as well. 

6. Ice Cream

Frozen treats are definitely a junk food that has plenty of healthy options. You can choose frozen yogurt as opposed to ice cream. Top with fresh fruit and nuts like the picture above. If you want real ice cream, choose plain vanilla.

7. Gummy Fruit Snacks

There are organic brands available in most stores that have less sugar and more natural fruit juices, decreasing the calorie and fat intake for this junk food. 

8. Pizza

To turn this junk food healthy, choose thin crust, leave off the extra cheese, and top the pizza with vegetables, such as peppers, onions, mushrooms, and olives. 

9. French Fries

Cutting your own potatoes and baking them in the oven allows you to turn this into a healthier food. 


10. Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potatoes are high in fiber and Vitamin A and have been shown to help reduce the risk of cancer. 


11. Chocolate Cake

To make this junk food healthier, substitute applesauce for the oil, and use whole-wheat flour instead of regular all purpose flour. Swapping out these few ingredients can turn this from junk food to healthy indulgence. 

12. Nachos

Instead of topping the tortilla chips with cheese and sour cream, opt for peppers, beans, a little cheese, and Greek yogurt.

13. Cheeseburgers

Swap the beef for chicken or turkey, use low-fat cheese and forget the bun to change this from a junk food to a healthy food. If you must have a bun, choose a whole-grain or whole-wheat alternative. Top it with lettuce, tomato and onion, but leave off the mayo. 

14. Beef Jerky

Even though it can be loaded with preservatives, beef jerky is high in protein and makes a great in-between-meals snack.

Thursday, February 12, 2015

23 Motivational Quotes to Tell Yourself Everyday

Getting up in the morning is never easy, especially when things aren't always going so great in your life. However, there's ways to help yourself feel happier, more confident and more self-assured; all you need to do is make some changes to your thinking habits. 

The thoughts we have and the things we tell ourselves have the potential to influence our emotions and our actions more than we think, so wouldn't it be better to practice telling ourselves more happy, positive thoughts, even when we are having those not-so-great days. 

To achieve mental balance, it's important to remind yourself of the things we sometimes tend to forget because we have so much things going on in our lives. Here are 23 motivational quotes to help kick-start your day and help you think positively no matter the situation. 

"Today is a new day."

"Today is going to be a great day."

"I can handle more than I think I can."

"Tough times don't last forever."

"I am stronger than I think I am."

"I have so much potential."

"Wake up every morning a better person than when you went to bed."

"Today is up to me and I am going to make it a great day."

"Nothing is impossible."

"Good things come to people who wait, but better things come to those who go out and get them."

"Opportunities don't happen, you create them."

"Remember to put yourself first."

"Don't give up."

"I deserve the best."

"I am proud of myself."

"I have people who love me, for me."

"I am blessed."

"I am grateful."

"Be honest with yourself."

"It's okay to have feelings."

"Look at the positives instead of the negatives."

"What can I do today to make someone's life better?"

"Be the friend you'd like to have."

Monday, February 2, 2015

                                                       9 Ways to Wear Eyeliner  


1. Classic Wings



A flexible but still tip allpes you to get the liquid right up against the lashes. Light pressure will give you a thin line, while heavier pressure will give you a thicker line. Once its dry, its on for a good 12 hours. 

2. Hazel Jewel Tones 



Available in rich jewel tones, this pencil is long-wearing, waterproof, creamy and has a rubber smudger at the end thats perfect for blending it into a shadow. 

3. Shimmer Accents 



This liquid liner looks like pure gold. All you need is a thin stripe on the base of the top lashes; can be alone or over black liner. 

4. Beyond Glitter



Made with a spongy cream formula, its great for blending or for making sharp edges. 

5. Nearly Black 



The stiff felt tip makes application simple. It won't run, flake or transfer, even after a long day. 

6. Defined Lash Lines



These fun-sized gel pencils come in a pack of three. Their perfect for drawing hair-thin lines and to make a perfect wing at the outer corners. Each pencil is good for 17 to 20 applications. 

7. Day-to-Night



One end is a sponge tip with powdered color concealed in the cap, while the other end holds the highlighter to sweep over the base. Great duo. 

8. Perfect Flicks Every Time



The shape of this eyeliner makes it more stable than any pencil. The felt tip is flexible enough to make any curve and to make a perfect flick every time. 

9. No Guess-Work Combinations



The three shadow options they give (bronze/cocoa, rose/eggplant, taupe/black) look good on everyone. Line your upper and lower lid, then use the shadow to blend the colorup toward the crease, and your done!