I am so thrilled to be in the Prairie Hive’s summer issue! This local digital publication is always such a joy to read – these girls know their stuff from home to fashion to family. Not to mention, it is beautifully designed. Head on over so you don’t miss a page. You can find the full issue here.
Also, make sure you don’t miss Neiman Marcus’ Camp Gorgeous. Spend $85 and get this tote full of fun samples.
Hey readers! Today, you can find me over one of my dear blogging buddies blog, I Heart Heels. Julie and I don’t live too far from each other – she’s just down the road in Arkansas. And we’ve bonded over fashion, beauty and living in this great part of our country. Hop on over to see what I can’t resist for the summer months here.
Recently, the organization, Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW) selected the breakthrough beauty products at the 19th Annual CEW Beauty Insiders’ Choice Awards. These accolades were awarded from the most experienced insiders. I have to say, I love their choices. I’m certainly making many of these my summer “must haves”. Here are the winners:
BATH AND BODY
SKINCARE
HAIR
MAKEUP
MEN’S GROOMING
NAIL PRODUCT
SCENT
INDIE BEAUTY AWARD
ECO BEAUTY AWARD
QVC BEAUTY QUEST AWARD
BEST SELLER MASS
BEST SELLER PRESTIGE
BEST SELLER FRAGRANCE
I’ve been catching up on my favorite blogs lately – might have had a little bit too much fun the last couple of weekends for my regularly scheduled blog reading. Here are some of my favorites – don’t miss these gems:
finally… BB and CC Creams decoded
before and after shots you’ll swoon over
the best of the best in drugstore mascaras
great video from birchbox on easy contouring
grace shares how to make a blowout last seven days!
make sure to check out my pretty lovely pinterest board
don’t miss sales at Net-a-Porter, Shopbop, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus
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Can you believe it is already the end of May? Time flies! To mark the end of a month, I am starting a new series of monthly favorites from around the web. Over the last 31 days, here are my favorites. Would love to know if any are on your shopping list!
If you are reading this in an email or reader, be sure to click through for the full experience!
I know I don’t often post things that aren’t strickly beauty related, but when I heard about one of my favorite brand’s yearly event, I had to spread the word. L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth Awards is in its eight year – but this round marks something new. Not only has “Glee” actress Lea Michele signed on as the newest WOW ambassador but the format of the program has changed slightly.
Since 2006, the Women Of Worth program has honored and celebrated 70 inspiring women who selflessly made a difference in their communities through volunteerism, charitable efforts and compassion. Past honorees have been involved in a diverse array of causes. They have advocated for victims of childhood abuse, mentored homeless youth to help break the cycle of poverty, and empowered teens with disabilities. These Women Of Worth have selflessly devoted themselves to causes at the local and national level, and have motivated others to get involved.
Past honorees have also run the gamut when it comes to the age of these incredible women – ranging from 18 to 90 – proving that anyone can give back. So this year, the WOW program has made exciting adjustments to the nomination period (open now through June 14th), and organize honorees into five groups by decade, recognizing women across a wide range of ages: 18-29 year olds, 30-39 year olds, 40-49 year olds, 50-59 year olds and 60+ year olds. Two winners will be chosen from each age group.
Ten honorees will be selected by a private panel of judges, with each woman receiving $10,000 for her charitable cause. In the past, awareness of honorees’ charities has increased resulting in organizational growth of up to 1,000%, and additional support through volunteerism and donations. Following this announcement, the public will be invited to vote online for the woman they find most inspiring. This woman will be named the 2013 National Honoree and will receive an additional $25,000 for her charity. All ten honorees will be recognized at a star-studded awards ceremony and dinner hosted by L’Oréal Paris in New York City this December.
For more information on the Women Of Worth Program, nomination applications, and the inspiring stories of past honorees, please visit WomenOfWorth.com.
