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'Bachelor' Winner Catherine Giudici’s See-Through Shirt Makes Her Look Like a Kardashian Wannabe (PHOTO)

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Post by Lindsay Mannering

catherine giudiciBachelor Sean Lowe's fiance Catherine Giudici may be taking a page out of a fellow reality star's style playbook. The engaged 27-year-old wore a sheer, see-through top to the Maxim Hot 100 party in L.A. earlier this week, and onlookers were treated to stunning visuals of her black lace bra. Is Catherine copying Kim Kardashian's sense of style? Sheer madness, I say!

Kim's been spotted in many a black sheer top during her pregnancy -- perhaps seeing the magazine covers and online photos everywhere has subconsciously taken over Catherine's brain and all she can think about is see-through shirts and pickles with ice cream.

Catherine may be copying Kim's look (don't you love how I'm crediting Kim for, like, inventing wearing a sheer top? Me too), but she's not doing it very effectively. The hoops are totally Kardashian, but those dark jeans? Yeah, no.

For such a high-profile event, you'd think Catherine would've worn black on the bottom. Why not take the Kardashian copying thing all the way and wear some leather pants? That would've looked great on her. A high-waisted pencil skirt and a sexy heel could've worked, too.

The most un-Kim like thing about the whole ensemble, though, is Catherine's handful of SWAG. I don't know if she's carrying a box that holds some fancy watch, or if they're headphones, or what ... but it's rare to see a celeb photographed with a party favor. I'm sure Kris Jenner would think that was so uncool.

Catherine will be invited to plenty more hot parties -- will she go sheer to all of them? Only time will tell.

What do you think of Catherine's outfit?

 

Photo via Splash News


Kourtney Kardashian's New Bikini Photos Show More of Her Than Ever Before

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Post by Mary Fischer

Kourtney KardashianOk, so I know she's a celebrity, which pretty much automatically makes her look good in a bathing suit and all -- but these new photos of Kourtney Kardashian's bikini body are definitely something that should make us all stand up and cheer.

The pics are featured in US Weekly, and Kourt posed for them while on vacation with Scott Disick and her family in Greece. And she looks good. Damn good. It's highly obvious that she doesn't have one single ounce of baby weight left over since giving birth to Penelope, who is now 10 months old.

Ok, back to the cheering part and why I think Kourtney Kardashian's bikini body is cause for celebration. Unlike a lot of other celebrity moms, she looks real -- not painfully thin, starved, and exhausted like so many other famous ladies.

Yes, she's incredibly svelte and most of us only wish we looked that amazing in a bikini, but she appears toned, fit, healthy -- and normal. She looks like any other mom-of-two you'd expect to see on any beach in the country this summer. Like someone we'd schedule a play date with and hang out with the kids for a little fun in the sun. (Minus the camera crew lurking in the background, of course.)

And you know what else is so great about Kourt's bikini bod? She's proud of it. Back in December, she posed for another series of post-baby shots for Us Weekly -- and they were un-retouched. As in they had no airbrushing. Zero. Zip. Nada.

You gotta love her for that. She's a real mom, with real post-baby curves, and she's not afraid to put every inch of herself out there for the world to see instead of getting a little help from the old airbrushing machine.

Let's be honest, if most of us were in her shoes, we'd probably have no issue with the magazine crew doing a bit of a retouch here and there.

But then again, maybe if we all looked as great as Kourtney, we wouldn't really see a need for it either. (Gee. Wouldn't that be nice?)

What do you think of Kourtney's bikini body?

 

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Kate Middleton Makes Her 'Servants' Protect Her Famous Hair With Umbrellas in the Rain

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Post by Kiri Blakeley

Kate MiddletonPrincess Diana was known as the "People's Princess" for her way with the hoi polloi. She had that common touch and everyone loved her. The same could be said of Kate Middleton. But all it takes is one photo to make you realize that royalty are not just like you and me. After a recent shopping trip, Kate was escorted through the rain by a security team who held out a bunch of umbrellas to keep the droplets from touching royal skin and hair.

Kate had her famous auburn locks twirled into a loose bun and she was dressed down with jeans, sneakers, and a tweed coat. But that did not mean that anything of the H2O variety would be allowed to get near Kate's perfect visage. Can you imagine if the Duchess got the frizzies? Or even worse, mascara streaks? NEVER!!!

Hey, the rich and famous don't carry their own umbrellas, people. Kate was reportedly carrying her own bags in this photo. But not her own umbrella! Let's not go THAT far, okay?!

Obama recently made a Marine hold an umbrellafor him and the press went ballistic about it. Marines are typically not allowed to carry an umbrella because it could interfere with a salute. At least Kate left it up to her security team and didn't stick the brolly in the hands of a British soldier. And Obama doesn't even have nice hair! What gives?

Let's face it, Kate with bad hair would be an epic imperial disaster. Countries might go to war over it. CAN'T HAPPEN. Look how hard she's worked to get princess hair. You don't let a little drizzle bring on the "ordinary folk" hair, no sirree.

So, look, Kate isn't like you and me. Just in case we've somehow deluded ourselves into thinking she would totally have a playdate with our brats, or tea and scones with us after work. Kate won't have a brat. It will be a prince/princess. And you will never get your common mitts on Kate's scones.

The peaches complexion. The Rapunzel hair. The perfect fashion style. IT. MUST. BE. PROTECTED.

Jeeves! Get over here with that umbrella!

Does anyone ever carry an umbrella for you?

 

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4 Stunning Billboard Awards Looks and 4 That Shouldn't Have Left the Hanger (PHOTOS)

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Post by Nicole Fabian-Weber

nayerThe fashion at music awards shows is always a little out there. And last night, the 2013 Billboard Music Awards were no exception. We had glittery pantsuits; we had sheer "skirts" over leotard-type things; and we had lots and lots of plunging necklines. Some of the celebrities looked sexy as all get out; and some looked just plain weird. Here are the 8 best and worst looks from the Billboard Music Awards.


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'Bachelor' Bad Gal Courtney Robertson Reveals Too Much and Now We Really Hate Her (PHOTO)

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Post by Mary Fischer

Courtney RobertsonShe's definitely not the most loved contestant in Bachelor history, and if you are one of those people who already can't stand her, your hatred will go up another notch after seeing Courtney Robertson's bare butt -- and how disgustingly perfect it is.

Yes, I said Courtney's bare butt. She showed off her back side by posting a sexy photo to Instagram -- and the only thing it leaves to the imagination is the identity of the dude she's making out with in the picture. Considering they both have a shirt over their heads, and all we can see is Court's butt -- it's kind of tough to get a good look at him. (Although he looks pretty hot in the jeans he's wearing.)

Turns out it's nobody super exciting, just Courtney's ex-boyfriend, Cavan Clark. She dated him before she went on The Bachelor and got all mixed up with Ben Flajnik -- and it looks like they've since made up and rekindled the flame, to say the least.

(Why did he ever let a butt like hers go? Fool.)

Ok, ok, enough with the suspense. May I present -- the most perfect ass you've ever seen in your entire life.

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OMG. This is so unfair. How in the heck does anyone's rear end look that smooth and perky? Seriously, you guys -- I can't stop staring at her butt. It's flawless. And I'm jealous. And now I feel fat. And I want my ass to look like this so I can post photos of it all over the place, but I know all too well that's never going to happen. And ... ugh.

I know Courtney is a model and all, but I still can't help but wonder if she has some sort of secret formula for keeping her back side so tight and toned. She's defying gravity here, people! And I can't seem to get over it.

Excuse me while I order a pair of Spanx and cry into my coffee cup for the rest of the afternoon.

Would you show off like this if your body looked as great as Courtney's?

 

Image via ABC/Instagram

‘Real Housewife’s Insane Wedding Dress Matches Her Crazy Personality (PHOTO)

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Post by Lindsay Mannering

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Real Housewives of Miami star Adriana De Moura got married over the weekend in Coral Gables, Florida to Frederiq Marq in front of friends, family, and Bravo reality crewmen. The ceremony was taped for season 3, and fellow 'wives Marysol Patton, Lisa Hochstein, and Alexia Echevarria were in attendance, but cast member Joanna Krupa wasn't. She claims that Adriana has been married to Frederiq since 2008 and only concocted the "wedding" idea to create a story line.

So what does one wear to their wedding 2.0? An over-the-top gown fit with a hoop, layers of tulle, and a train the size of Manhattan.

Perhaps in an attempt to overcompensate for the fact that she's not really a bride (seeing as she's been married for five years), Adriana wore a wedding dress with all the bells in whistles.

Structured bodice? Check. Sequin embellishments? Check. Dramatic veil? Check. Poofiness over a hoop skirt? Check. Tulle? And more tulle? Check, check. A train so big it can't fit in the car? Check. Glittery platform stripper heels? Checkity check check check.

The most interesting thing the dress has going for it is its color. The soft gray is a nice, mature touch. In an unusual twist, her bridesmaids (a.k.a. cast mates) were the ones in white and wore floor-length, off-the-shoulder gowns for the occasion.

Insane, dramatic, flashy, loud, mildly-obnoxious, ballsy, and 100 percent Adriana, the dress cleverly mimics every side of Ms. De Moura's personality.

And for that, you gotta hand it to her.

What do you think of Adriana's dress?

 

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Kate Middleton's 'Wardrobe Malfunction' Looks Awfully Familiar Somehow ...

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Post by Kiri Blakeley

Kate MiddletonOh, those celebrities and their "wardrobe malfunctions." These days it's about a nip slip or a crotch flash, but back in the day, Marilyn Monroe was probably the first celebrity to "accidentally" show us some body parts she didn't mean to -- when she played a girl in a movie called The Seven Year Itch who stands over a subway grate and lets the breeze ride her white pleated skirt all the way up past her undies. The image became iconic. But other celebs have done the 'Marilyn' seemingly without meaning to. Kate Middleton is the latest famous face to inadvertently show off her famous legs and nearly her entire butt when her white dress takes flight. Why's it always white?! Here are six other celebs who've had the famous 'Marilyn' malfunction.

Britney Spears. Brit flashed her buns at an unfortunate locale -- her sons' Jayden and Sean's soccer game. Brit was wearing a loose white T-dress when Oops! she did it again. A pesky gust of wind revealed her bottom cheeks to her sons -- who presumably have seen them before. But their friends probably hadn't. Embarrassing mommy!

Taylor Swift. Her skirt blew up past her undies while she was on stage in front of thousands of people. She doesn't look too happy about it either. What'd you expect with all that wind effect, Tays? By the way, Taylor has a superb derriere!

Beyonce. A gust of wind blew Beyonce's dress up in Tokyo, revealing her bare tatas to the audience. Reportedly she wasn't wearing a bra. Unfortunately TMZ seems to have lost the rights to show video of this. Boo!

Jessica Chastain. The wind got this Oscar-nominated ginger while she was wearing a wraparound dress on the set of her latest film. Huffington Post was kind enough to put a star over her privates.

Khloe Kardashian.Khloe's dress blew up to reveal -- horrors! -- her Spanx underneath.

Joss Stone. The young singer's white dress blew up while she was onstage at Coachella a few years ago. When will singers learn about short dresses and stages?!

Has your skirt ever blown up in an embarrassing place?

 

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Eva Longoria’s ‘Wardrobe Malfunction’ Showed Everything and Then Some

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Post by Lindsay Mannering

eva longoriaAt this point, it's just getting kind of old. Eva Longoria's wardrobe malfunction at the Cannes Film Festival this weekend exposed her lady parts, without underwear, to cameras ready to snap, snap, snap away. In a gorgeous teal green Atelier Versace gown, the 38-year-old actress gathered her dress in hand to avoid stepping on it, but pulled the high slit too far to the side and yada yada yada, now everyone's heard of her movie Jimmy P: Psychotherapy of a Plains Indian because her good girl peeked out on the red carpet.

I don't know, guys, maybe I'm just too jaded at this point to acknowledge or care about a famous person's genitals, but I have to believe that none of this is accidental. Wardrobe malfunctions equal press. Press equals promotion for your film. Promotion for your film equals more success.

There's no way that she's not keenly aware of that tried and true formula. They're all aware. And if they don't want to play that game, they wear underwear and/or exit cars ass first.

The only person I'm apt to believe actually did not plan nor appreciate her wardrobe malfunction was Anne Hathaway. I give her an 80 percent chance that her flashing of her womanly bits was unintentional.

After all, the next day she was on the Today show and was able to parlay that wardrobe malfunction into a call to action against the human sex trade. Only Anne.

On Sunday, Longoria tweeted a picture of her black, floor-length gown along with the caption: "No wardrobe malfunctions tonight!!!"

The dress, just FYI, was see-through.

Do you believe in accidental wardrobe malfunctions anymore?

 

Photo via Splash News


N.Y. Governor Cuomo Warns Khloe Kardashian Her Inappropriate T-Shirt Is Illegal

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Post by Lindsay Mannering

khloe kardashianKhloe Kardashian is in hot water with Governor Cuomo of New York because of a t-shirt. The reality star didn't wear anything too revealing or racy, rather it was the logo on the tee that's caught the state's eye. Apparently, the design on one of Khloe's Rich Soil brand shirts mirrors the Department of Agriculture's a little too closely.

As in, Khloe's company, which she backs with husband Lamar Odom, totally ripped off the D.O.A.'s design and she just got served.

The state sent her a cease and desist letter, and as a result, the t-shirt in question has been removed from the Rich Soil website. Khloe's yet to comment on the ordeal, but I'm pretty sure she's used to saying "Oops! Sorrrrrry" and moving on.

Because this isn't the first time she and her family have come under fire for their lackadaisical if not totally illegal business practices. The girls were involved in a $10 million lawsuit after makeup brand Kroma alleged that the Kardashians' makeup brand Khroma stole their name. Then there was Kim copying a jewelry design and ripping off a Fendi dress, then there was the fact that almost every handbag in the Kardashian Kollection knocked off high-end designers, then there was the rumor that their stuff was being manufactured by slave laborers in China ... and now this. Khloe's kopying the kommonwealth's krest.

For a family that prides themselves on being "business people", they sure do suck at it. Sure, they might be unfairly targeted by opportunists looking to cash in, but nevertheless, the Kardashians do seem pretty lazy when it comes to making sure all their ducks are in a row before they slap their label on it and start selling.

It's almost as if their manager can't be bothered with checking up on such things. What -- is she too busy being Queen of F*cking Everything to bother with infringement laws?

This round goes to Cuomo.

What do you think of the Kardashian business practices?

 

Photo via The Guise Archives/Flickr

Kris Jenner Wears Kim Kardashian’s Dress in a Bizarre Show of Mother-Daughter Love (PHOTO)

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Post by Mary Fischer

Kris JennerIn what has to be yet another desperate attempt to look much younger than she actually is, Kris Jenner wore Kim Kardashian's dress -- a Givenchy frock that Kim first turned up in at the beginning of her pregnancy.

And based on the pose Kris is striking in this photo, it's clear she's pretty damn proud of herself for pulling off wearing something that belongs to her 32-year-old daughter. Oh come on -- she's standing there with her hands thrown up in the air. Don't you feel like she's screaming, "Check me out, bitches! Am I a hot ticket or what?"

Of course, she tried to disguise her little brag-fest with the following caption to the photo, which she posted on Instagram: "I think I need to get out a little bit more, starting to dress to match my house #obsessed!!!"

(Yeah. Obsessed with trying to look 25 years younger.)

Or obsessed with looking like Kim. Remember that dark wig she wore in Greece?

Ok, so the dress itself really isn't all that bad -- when Kim Kardashian is the one wearing it. It's fitted, which is definitely a Kim thing, and it has a funky print going on, which she also seems to favor (wonder if Kanyepicked this one out?).

Here's Kim in the dress. Pretty cute, right?

Kim Kardashian

But at 57, should Kris really be raiding her daughter's closet? Isn't that just a teensy bit, well -- lame?

At 35, I'm well aware that there are certain things I just can't wear anymore because of my age, and because I'm a mom. Even though I see plenty of gorgeous 22-year-olds who look amazing in a pair of booty shorts and tank tops, I'm not about to run out and buy similar attire in the hopes of appearing any less 30-something-ish than I am.

And I don't have a daughter, but if I did, I can guarantee I wouldn't think about trying to squeeze into her duds when I'm a grandmother, for crying out loud. And even if I do happen to be a GILF (is that a word?) when I'm a granny -- I still wouldn't wear my hypothetical daughter's clothes. Wanna know the main reason why? I wouldn't want to embarrass her.

Whether she realizes it or not, that's exactly what Kris did when she posted this photo. (Poor Kim.)

Do you think Kris looked good in Kim's dress?

 

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Pauly D. Looks Nothing Like Pauly D. With Shocking New Hairdo (PHOTO)

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Post by Lindsay Mannering

pauly dOnce known for that unmistakable cement finish to his hair, Jersey Shore star Pauly D. has taken a trip to the softer side. The 32-year-old reality star looks unrecognizable with his new, side-parted 'do, and if you've always thought Pauly D. and his insanely gelled hair were unattractive, you might change your tune after seeing his transformation. Boy's good lookin'!

He took to Twitter to reveal his new look, and wow, goodbye Pauly D., hellooo Signore DelVecchio. I don't know if he's been listening to Justin Timberlake's "Suit & Tie" shit, or watching the Great Gatsby over and over, but this combed, debonair style hair is doing him a lot of favors.

 

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With one swipe of the hairbrush, he went from Jersey Shore Guido to Jude Law Casanova. Right? Pauly looks like he could be a suave gangster in 1940s Sicily ... or a really hot waiter at Cipriani's in downtown Manhattan.

His co-star Snooki has reinvented herself since the Jersey Shore days -- gone are the poof, the "beer belly", and the crazy outfits -- and maybe Pauly's looking to do the same.

Could it be that they're all, gasp, growing up? Cheers to their maturity, and to Signore DelVecchio's hot new look.

Yeah, buddy.

Do you like Pauly's new hair?

 

Photo via Frederick M. Brown/Getty; DJPaulyD/Twitter

'Teen Mom' Chelsea Houska Is Refreshingly Honest About Her Hair Extensions (VIDEO)

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Post by Nicole Fabian-Weber

chelsea houskaDo you think it's weird that all celebrities have long, gorgeous, healthy-looking, flowing locks? Don't. Because all most of their hair is fake. They wear extensions. Weaves. Bogus hair, people! They just don't cop to it.

Now, I love me some clip-in hair extensions. I occasionally wear them to work or when I'm going out. It gives my boring, thin hair a little oomph. But I admit it. And you know who else admits it? Teen Mom Chelsea Houska. Hell, Chelsea goes well beyond admitting it. She actually posted a video of her "fixin' dat weeeave". (I think Queen Elizabeth was the first to use that phrase?)

Check it out.

See this video on The Stir by CafeMom.

General annoyingness of Vine videos aside, I love that Chelsea posted this. Who gives a crap if you have fake hair? If it makes you feel better and you enjoy it, what's the big deal? I wish all celebrities were as upfront as Houska about their "beauty secrets". There's something kind of weird and dishonest about trying to pass "fake" beauty things off as natural -- be it hair extensions, eyelash extensions, or a fake tan. Just come clean, celebs! We won't hate you for it.

More From The Stir: 'Teen Mom' Not Cancelled After All

In fact, we just may copy you.

Have you ever tried hair extensions?


I Washed My Hair With Spring Water to Make It Shiny -- But Does It REALLY Work? (PHOTOS)

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Post by April Daniels Hussar

Poland SpringWhen I read an article claiming that the secret to shiny hair is rinsing it with spring water, I thought, Ha! And: That's ridiculous! And: What a waste of money!

Oh ladies, I was so wrong.

Yes, in the interest of the brave field of beauty blogging, I undertook the bold experiment of washing my hair with bottled spring water. I figured I'd debunk this silliness with my journalistic prowess, just like Christiane Amanpour! However. Much to my utter amazement, I noticed a big difference the very first time I tried it. I know. I was totally shocked.

In the shower, I used my regular shampoo and conditioner. Then, not wanting to pour cold water all over my body, I got out of the shower, bent my head over my bathroom sink, and poured about a fourth of a gallon of Poland Spring water (that I pilfered from our hurricane-preparedness kit -- don't tell my husband!) over my head. It was most unpleasant; though not refrigerated, the water felt chilled! I used just enough so that my hair felt thoroughly rinsed out. This is silly AND COLD, I grumpily thought to myself. But then ... oh then!

I went back to work (in my home office), letting my hair air dry, which is what I do about half the time; the rest of the time I blow it dry. When I looked in the mirror again a little later, I was TOTALLY AMAZED!! I kid you not: my hair looked shinier and brighter and felt softer than it has in recent memory! The article I read said the theory is that you have to do it for two weeks, but I really saw a difference after just that first time. However, I kept at it for about a week and a half, during which I washed my hair four times (I don't wash it every day, obvi! My hair doesn't like being overwashed; it gets angry and dried out), and used up the gallon of Poland Spring, which means the experiment really wasn't that expensive at all. I mean, maybe a bottle of Evian could work even better, but I doubt it!

I did try to take before and after photos but I feel like they don't really do the experiment justice -- however, here you go:

LEFT = BEFORE This is after "doing" my hair with blow dryer and one of those flat iron thingies that curl your hair.

RIGHT = AFTER This is four spring water "treatments" later using the exact same shampoo, conditioner, and hair products and implements.

It's hard to see, but maybe you can get a rough idea? (But why am I not smiling in the first one? Lame! Also: I really need to get my highlights done!)

Here's another photo I took of myself later that night because I thought the light in the bathroom of the restaurant we were in was so flattering! Haha.

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See? Shiny!

Bottom line: though no one is going to hire me as a professional before-and-after photographer, take my word for it -- a few rinses with spring water just might be what your hair needs to go from kind of dull and flat to soft and gleaming!

Outtakes (note my daughter's photobombs!):

April HussarDoes this seem ridiculous or will you give it a try?

 

Images via Poland Spring and April Daniels Hussar

What Kim Kardashian Will Look Like as an Old Lady (You NEED to See This)

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Post by Mary Fischer

Kim KardashianWhy anyone took time out of their day to create an image like this is beyond me, but this depiction of an older Kim Kardashian just might be enough to give me bad dreams for weeks to come.

And no, I'm not horrified because she looks awful as a little old lady, because the truth is, this particular photo actually shows the aging process being pretty kind to her. (Why wouldn't it? She's a Kardashian, for crying out loud.)

Sure, she looks a bit more haggard as a somewhat elderly person, but not nearly as wrinkly or saggy as you'd imagine. And yes, she looks sorta like mom Kris Jenner.

But can you even think for one second about generating a similar image of yourself 30 or 40 years down the road?

OMG. I'm absolutely shuddering at the thought. Yes, I'm all for aging gracefully and not going under the knife or getting any Botox or other sort of cosmetic enhancement to make myself look younger, because that stuff scares the heck out of me.

But I'm no dummy, and I certainly don't expect to look fresh and youthful naturally when I'm in my 60s and 70s. Unfortunately, that's not the way it works, and at some point or another, things start to shrivel up, sag, and go further and further downhill with each passing year.

At least when I'm that age, however, the aging process will have hopefully happened gradually over time, so I won't notice the lines, spots, wrinkles, and loose skin -- or at least they won't bother me too much. But if someone busted out a photo now and gave me a glimpse into how I'm going to look when I'm a grandmother, I'd probably spend the rest of my life feeling ugly, depressed, and fairly hopeless at the horror of what's to come.

Yep. Whoever made this image can keep it for the Kardashians. Regular 35-year-olds like me simply aren't brave enough to go there.

Would you oppose to seeing an "older" picture of yourself?

 

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Embrace Your Physical Flaws Now -- Before It's Too Late

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Post by Kristen Chase

How to embrace your physical flawsI have a birthmark on the middle of my forehead that I covered up with bangs for most of my life.

And my ears, well, I joke that they can hear signals from Mars because they stick out so far -- so I keep them firmly hidden under mounds of hair. 

It only took me until mid-adulthood to realize that I was being completely ridiculous. Don't let it take that long for you.

I'm not sure what happened during my junior year in college, but it was around then that I realized I was foolish to cover up my forehead and my ears.

Maybe it was a hot guy who liked me. Or a trendy hairstyle I just had to try.

But I'm pretty sure there was something external that motivated me to get over my insecurities.

Amazingly, I was never made fun of or bullied for either of my physical imperfections, unless you count all my own negative self-talk that was probably meaner than anything anyone else would have said to me.

We're always our own worst critics, aren't we?

I suppose, like many people, I had the notion that beauty was equivalent to perfection (hey, thanks a lot, mainstream media!), and so I felt that any sort of flaw meant that I was unworthy. Tarnished. Tainted.

Now that I write it down, I know it sounds utterly crazy. Because it is.

These days, I'm much older and, thankfully, wiser. I've also had four kids -- which means I've got a few more physical flaws to worry about. And it's not worth the energy to obsess about such silly little things.

But I've also learned that beauty comes in all shapes, sizes, and colors. It's the uniqueness in people that makes them gorgeous, not that they look like perfectly proportioned mannequins in stores or airbrushed supermodels in magazines.

I know now that all my beliefs about beauty were completely manufactured by completely unrealistic images.

I still wear bangs, actually, but because I like the style, not because I'm trying to hide something. I put my hair up in a ponytail or back in a headband, even if my ears still stick out.

I do it because I know I'm beautiful no matter how I look. And because I want my children to get that message now. But not in mid-adulthood like me.

Do you have physical flaws you've always wanted to change?

 

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‘Teen Mom’ Kailyn Lowry’s Husband Gets Giant New Tattoo That’s Almost as Cool as Hers (PHOTO)

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kailyn lowryOne small step for Javi Marroquin, one giant leap for his relationship with Teen Mom Kailyn Lowry. The reality show husband and soon father-to-be shared a photo of his enormous upper arm tattoo along with wife Kailyn, whose own sleeve is almost completed. This is at least the second time Javi's gotten inked -- back in 2012, he got an infinity sign to match Kailyn's on his lower back.

So what is Javi's new tattoo all about?

You tell me. It looks like some sort of old machine, or a military tank, or something Nathan Lane would've used to destroy the vermin in Mouse Hunt. Whatever it is, it looks pretty bad ass, and for an airman about to report to an Air Force base, this tat seems pretty on-par.

Lucky for him, he's got a partner in crime. Kailyn's obsessed with tattoos and has plenty of her own. I'm sure she's giving Javi plenty of advice on how to care for his fresh ink, seeing as she's had lots of experience doing the same. From her enormous back tattoo to the simple ones on her forearms to the elaborate skull on her shoulder, the pregnant Teen Mom is very familiar with permanent body art.

And at the rate these two are going, Kailyn will be covered in ink by her 30th birthday, and Javi by his 40th. Here's hoping they leave room somewhere on their bodies for a 50th wedding anniversary tattoo -- how romantic would it be to get matching ink when they're in their early 70s?

Aww.

Do you and your husband like getting tattoos?

 

Photo via JaviM9/Twitter

Miranda Kerr Has Stunning Double Nip Slip, but Was It an Accident?

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Post by Sarah Bernard

The Australian supermodel parted ways with Victoria's Secret last month but we've just seen more of Miranda Kerr than ever.

On a photo shoot for Kerr's skincare line, Kora Organics, the 30-year-old was wearing a gauzy, off-the-shoulder black sweater dress that was, apparently, no match for the blustery Miami weather. Down it came -- and she wasn't wearing a bra underneath, either!!

Paparazzi caught the double nip slip before assistants rushed to cover her up. Kerr certainly seemed surprised, although she's not exactly the bashful type. Last month she shared a topless photo of herself in the surf -- with her arms kind of hiding the goods -- from another Kora photo shoot. Hmmm...

What is it with celebrities showing off their privates these days? From Eva Longoria to Gwyneth Paltrow, they all seem to have "wardrobe malfunctions." Lately it's rare for even a day to go by without some star or another revealing a little too much of herself. Does no one wear undergarments anymore? Where are their highly paid stylists with the double-sided tape? And are these things really accidents?

Somehow I think the answer to that last question is no considering how many headlines they grab by flashing what's under their clothes. And how often they wind up posting their "oops" moments on Twitter and Instagram.

Interestingly, the very same day as the double "slip," Kerr shared a photo of herself and fashion photographer Mariano Vivanco in an embrace. The shot caused a flurry of followers to claim she was disrespecting husband Orlando Bloom. Hmmm again. It sounds suspiciously like one giant publicity stunt to me.

Do you think Miranda's nip slip was an accident?

 

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Khloe Kardashian Achieves the Impossible With Stripes and So Can You (PHOTO)

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Post by Mary Fischer

Khloe Kardashian OMG. Does Khloe Kardashian's striped dress show off just how amazing her slimmed down figure is, or what? She stepped out on the blue carpet in this white and orange striped little number at Hpnotiq's Glam Louder event in Beverly Hills -- and I think it's safe to say that she turned more than a few heads.

Stripes, and in particular horizontal stripes, have such a bad rap, and many women avoid them altogether for fear of looking much bigger than they actually are.

But in Khloe's case, the stripes only make her recent 25-pound weight loss even more noticeable, and they show off her curves perfectly. (I SO want this dress.)

Seriously, who started the whole rumor about stripes making you look fat in the first place? It must have been someone who either had a major stripe mishap at one point or another -- or someone who is trying to hang onto the best kept secret in dressing to look thinner.

I, too, was always under the impression that stripes were a huge fashion no-no, until I threw on this striped crossover dress from Ann Taylor for a dinner I attended at Epcot last week.

striped dress

Usually when I have my picture taken, I immediately blurt out, "Ugh. Take it again ... I look so fat," or something along those lines. But in this dress, I actually thought I looked pretty slim -- and so did a few of my friends who commented on this pic after I posted it to Facebook and Twitter.

One of them even asked how much weight I've recently lost -- because based on how I looked in the dress, she thought I'd dropped at least 10 pounds or so.

And while I have been working out like crazy and eating well and have shed 5 pounds thanks to a 10-day detox I completed -- I'm giving all the credit to the dress for making me look smaller. It's something about the combination of the cut and the stripes. My actual body has nothing to do with it. In fact, I love this dress so much that I even ordered another one as a backup. It's not every day that I find something I feel that confident in, so I figured having two in my closet couldn't hurt.

Based on my experience and how great Khloe looks in her stripes, I think it's time we get rid of the stereotype of them being a bad thing and start embracing them as something that can help us flaunt what we've got and be proud of the way we look. On that note, I'm off to go scour the Internet looking for Khloe's dress. (Or something similar.)

Do you tend to avoid stripes at all costs?

 

Images via Splash/Mary Fischer

10 Ways to Get Gorgeous Hair Without Even Trying

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Post by Kiri Blakeley

If you're like me, you've got so much hair, so little time. Once there was a time I curled and twisted and sprayed and lacquered. But those days are over! In fact, I wonder how I ever had time for all of that. Now I do as little as possible and still try to appear like I did something. I mean I don't want to look like a bunch of mice made a nest in my locks. But I just don't have an hour in the morning to wash, blowdry, brush, curl, blah blah. So here are some hair tips for women who want their hair to look good without all the fuss.

Washing. It's actually healthier to wash your hair as little as possible. This allows your hair's natural oils to build up again and moisturize your hair. Everyday washing can make it dry and brittle. The older you get, the less natural oils you have, so you can go longer without it looking greasy. I only wash my hair about once a week now; depending on your hair, you may need to wash more -- or maybe you can go longer.

Conditioning. I have thick hair, so I use a deep conditioner at least once a month, and a thick conditioner once a week. If my hair is getting a little frizzy and I don't want to wash it, I just use a dime-sized bit of conditioner or Argon Oil, spread it in my hands, and dab it all over my hair. If your hair gets limp with a thick conditioner, just use it on the ends.

Blowdrying. Too much blowdrying can make your hair look brittle, so I keep it to a minimum. If you can't let it dry naturally in the morning, then wash at night and dry it halfway or most of the way, leaving just a little bit damp. It will dry overnight.

Styling. I like to keep my hair a tiny bit damp and then put it into three thick, loose braids and let it dry overnight. Once the braids come out, it's nice and wavy. You can also do this with cloth curlers. I just use a few so my head isn't all lumpy and I can still sleep comfortably. Sometimes I'll just sleep in a loose bun for some understated morning wave.

Brushing. I keep brushing to a minimum. If it's snarly, I use a comb. In the morning, I run my fingers through it to give it a nice wave. Too much brushing can break ends and make it look brittle and frizzy.

Highlighting. I prefer highlights over single process because you can let it grow out for a lot longer before the roots start to look supremely terrible. Less dyeing means healthier hair. If you want a few highlights without the dye, try spritzing your hair with freshly squeezed lemon and water and going out into the sun for a bit.

Speaking of sun ... Using a hair product with SPF will help reduce hair damage.

Hairspray. I try to use it only if I'm going to a special event and REALLY need my hair to stay in place. Because going a few days or a week without washing when you've used hairspray every day is pretty much impossible. If your hair holds shape well, try working a mousse or styling gel into your hair when it's wet and you shouldn't need the spray.

Cut. Get your hair cut at least once every six to eight months and this is no time to be cheap. Use the best hairdresser you can find, someone who takes at least an hour to cut your hair and doesn't blab the whole time. Watch for someone who cuts slowly and methodically and seems like he or she is more interested in cutting than gossiping.

Diet. I have no real proof that a healthy diet contributes to thick, glossy hair, but I'm a vegetarian who eats a ton of fruit. I mean, it can't hurt, right?

Granted, I happened to be born with thick, wavy hair, so I probably have an easier time keeping it looking decent than people who weren't. (If it's any consolation, my eyesight sucks.) But these tips can work for anyone.

What tips do you have for keeping your hair looking good without all the fuss?


Images via Kiri Blakeley

8 Awesome Tips for Summer Makeup That Won't Melt Off

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Post by Lindsay Mannering

summer makeupThere's good news and there's bad news. The good news is summer is almost here! Yay! The bad news is we're about to face three straight months of sweating our faces off. Literally. With the high temps and the high sun, it's almost impossible to keep your makeup looking so fresh and so clean in extreme heat.

OR IS IT.

To make sure your face doesn't look like a liquefying popsicle this summer, follow these 8 tried and true tips for makeupthat won't melt off.

Use a primer. You've heard it before, and here it is again: using an oil-free primer will help your moisturizer and foundation stay in place. Much like you use a primer before painting a wall, a face-primer acts to hold onto the "paint" (lotion, foundation, makeup) so that it doesn't budge. If you have to use a foundation, use a silicon-based one. Much like a primer, it stays.in.place. Personally, I'd leave any and all foundations off the table during summer months, but I get it, sometimes you want the extra coverage.Creams are your friend. Cream-based blushes, eye shadows, and lipsticks are way better than powder when it comes to holding up to sweat and heat. Powders can cake and get all clumpy -- creams stay smooth and usually repel moisture. Use waterproof mascara or, better yet, just do yourself a favor and buy Trish McEvoy's no-smudge mascara. I swear on everything that is holy (my DVR, of course) that this stuff DOES.NOT.SMUDGE. It's some tube-creating formula, and it's genius. And perfect for summer.Use sunscreen. Some of them can be greasy and make you sweat more, but Neutrogena's oil-free moisturizer with SPF 35 is not one of them. Bonus! It's cheap.Go with a lip-stain. My favorite lipstick (YSL) is really heavy and almost too much to handle when it's above 80 degrees. Come summer, try a lip-stain. You'll get all the color without any of the texture, which can make you feel weighed-down and hot. A cheek-stain isn't a bad idea, either. A few dabs of this barely-noticeable Benefit tint and your cheeks are a tipsy pink all night, without the weight. Take care of your brows! My blonde brows go bleach white in the summer and virtually disappear. If you have the same problem, make sure you fill them in with a non-powder brow filler.

Follow these simple rules, and gurl, you'll be looking fly all summer long.

What are your summer makeup tips?

 

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