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6.30.2011

Bag on...going on






A few of my basics in life..in different textures. I have to admit, I am one of those who has A LOT of B--S in a bag...I got it from my mother, but I know how to edit when needed too. Above you see a few items I need to have at all times: Rayban sunnies, my wallet that I bought from artisans in Chile, Coriander oil from Kiehl's, Chanel lip balm, Metro Smartcard, Chanel makeup powder, Sharpie! (I LOVE Sharpie)and 2 lipsticks; Pink Chocolate from Clinique and Fairest Nude from L'oreal.

Thursday is on...I am on the go
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Gretchen

6.27.2011

See No Jewelry, Wear No Jewelry








One of the things I love the most about blogging is learning and getting inspiration from other bloggers with their creativity. I got this inspiration from one of my favorite blogs Everything Fabulous.
I have so much jewelry and accessories, that most of the time I forget I have them. When I started doing this little project I felt like a child rediscovering new toys!
Plus, this wall was so boring and plain, the necklaces just gives a little color!
What do you all think?
Have a great week!!
Farah

6.25.2011

Poste - U2 experience










Ahh man!, what a week! remember I mentioned I was sick last week?..I got worse during this week and my only concern was that I was not going to be able to enjoy the ultimate 360 degrees U2 concert  in Baltimore on Thursday, but as you can see...I made it!!
Thankfully with rest and medicine, I recovered on time to enjoy - a long time waiting- concert, my love's favorite band...and one of mines. :) This concert was extreme and incredible...over 80K people attended and never rained. Awesome! After that, was also able to catch up with my good friend Cass at
Poste, for some happy hour red plum and lime-cilantro mix drinks.
It's cruel, cruel summer!
Gretchen

6.22.2011

Creative & Stylish Women I've Met...Along The way

Been thinking the last couple of days that I was spending quite a long time searching on magazines and on the web for celebrities and models that I absolutely and adore their style when all of a sudden I realized that I have so many friends who are not only stylish per se, but who are actually very creative, successful and have been very inspirational to me. They deserve this post, hell yea! and much more...but all I can do for now is give them this small but filled with admiration, honorable mention to the following.


Adriana
This Chicago born with Mexican roots is an
adventurous, fun , confident and world traveler.
With great style and talent for photography.








Moraima
Incredibly talented Puerto Rican, living in Florida and well known wedding and events photographer. Her blog will blow you away!!
Amazing sense of humor and style!
She did a shooting for me once, and boy did I have fun and enjoyed the results!



www.moraimaphoto.com







Limari
Another island girl!
Strong,independent and fun.
Rocker at heart and romantic.
A friend that is very close to my heart and the one I go to for beauty advice!








Berty
Fellow blogger and "boricua" established in Dallas,with a passion for fashion!
This woman can recreate any look for less.
you can see her blog here





Maite
Born in Cuba but established in Puerto Rico,is now owner of a very chic Bistro that showcases art and muscic performances from local artists.
Gypsy at heart wit the most amazing taste in fashion and design.
I love her to death!



Tati
This bohemian/argentinian woman who've I have never met in person but crossed my path on Facebook, has always inspired me with her eccentric yet relaxed-effortless-chic style.
Very artsy, strong and outspoken, love that!



 and of course, my MOM has always been a constant inspiration for me...
Who has been a source of inspiration for you lately??

Abrazo! Farah





6.19.2011

PJ's Mode







There is nothing better than wearing a piece of garment that makes you the most comfortable, relax, and cool, at the same time. I have to admit, I LOVE the Pajama Pants trend...very much!! I used to wear these in Puerto Rico for pretty much everything: beach, walking around in Old San Juan, groceries, going out to the movie theater..I mean, everything. Now, I am talking about over 10 years ago, not this past year or so. I believe I can say this is a Caribbean trend...Island people wear these all the time, and we are Island girls.

I am very happy :) that this is happening again; you can wear them with sandals, heels, platforms...therefore; I am embracing this trend in DC and showing to everyone, how easy and cool they feel. And, since I've been sick these past 3 days, this is what I've been wearing all along. I will stay in bed, with my pants, my love and my favorite ice cream, DULCE DE LECHE. :)

These pants are from 
Custo Barcelona....check out his variety of prints...too cool, which I love! Gretchen

6.16.2011

10 Beauty Products I Swear by

Good Morning everyone! I wanted to make a post of some of the products that I use religiously. Most of these I have discovered by accident, while others by reference. Let me start by saying that I am well aware that we are all different. We have different needs and desires in terms of hair, skin and beauty, but in my opinion they have worked in a very positive way and wanted to share them with you, cause if we cant help each other out, who will eh?




Mac Select Cover -Up
This little tiny bottle can last you, well, if I told you it lasted me a year would you believe me? I knew you wouldn't, that's why I was so hesitant to tell you, but hey, its true.
Just a tiny drop on each eye will do the trick. It is magic and covers up in a very natural way.


Ok! Here is the thing: I have good lashes,they are long enough and thick enough. Still, I have tried plenty of mascaras that promise longer and fuller lashes. I always end up regretting I didn't stick with my voluminous mascara. I always receive compliments on my lashes and trust me, with other mascaras, my lashes don't look half as long or full.



Whoever wants to jump out and say "hey! toothpaste is not a beauty product!" I will say to them "hold your horses!" If you look like a diva, but have yellow teeth and bad breath, you can forget about everything else.
This toothpaste I swear, is the BEST! It is like a mouthwash, toothpaste and whitener at the same time.
Its freshness is long lasting and once you try it...you wont go back to your regular one.


Yes! You are reading correctly!! Sally Hansens Lip Inflation Extreme
I discovered this magical lip gloss by accident one time I was in a hurry and I saw the nice nude color and decided to try it...thank god I did that!
The gloss, the color, the taste, I love everything about this product and it plumps your lips and you really notice it! I have tried $15-$20 lip plumper and have done nothing to me.


Let me just say, I love body creams.
I love the ones from Victoria's Secret, and the ones from Bed and Body Works. Still, this one wins for the following reasons:
  1. It hydrates deep within your skin.It absorbs quickly, your skin feels hydrated but you wont have that greasy residue creams usually leave behind. Now, if you sweat, you will feel the cream coming out. 
  2. This would be the perfect cream to put on after a sunburn. It has even prevented me to peel when I go overboard taking sun. 
  3. Its large vase will last longer and it is usually cheaper than other creams. 


I must admit I have too much hair in my head to use the flat iron that often and I can be very lazy in terms of my hair, but I have always admired women that can turn their hair from curly, frizzy thick hair to silky completely straight and FLAT! I was desperate! I had used everything and I never got this result unless I went to the beauty salon, which I am so lazy for that as well.
This product will do the trick!
You just put some small amount in your towel dried hair and let your hair dry naturally. Later pass the flat iron and you will have silky smooth and straight hair...LOVE IT!
PS....and it smells soooo good!! ;))


Believe it or not, this beach bum "TRIES" to look for safer methods to suntans...I love sunbathing, but I have to admit that either I cant go to the beach every day or my conscience keeps nagging that I shouldn't continue taking sun like a teenager. Jergens Natural Glow is the only cream I have used that does not leave streaks and gives you a nice natural color with a few days of using it daily. oh and it also firms and tightens...that is never bad.


Chi Silk Infusion is a product that I use every time I finish either blow drying or after using the flat iron.It gives the extra polish and it smells so nice you will actually believe you are coming out of a beauty salon...well, at least for me :)


It has the perfect amount of Hydroquinone (2%) that helps erase dark spots caused by age, sun and even surgery but it wont irritate like a higher does could. I also put it on my elbows ;)


Not only it comes in this huge container that will last approximately 5 months or more, now the conditioner comes in a smaller one which is very convenient because I always finished the shampoo first and then was left with 1/8 of conditioner floating around. At $25 for both I find its a very good prize.
It does not make my hair greasy or dull, It's just PERFECT!


Do you have any beauty products that you can swear by?
I would love to add some to my list!
Have a lovely day!
Besito,
Farah