Not Your Superwoman

But I can be Wonder Woman

So as always, I've been busy with life and decided to take it a bit easy this week. After all, the little one is sick and I am fighting off her germs like the woman I am. I'll be on Facebook and floating about the Twitterverse in the meantime so feel free to join me. Don't worry, I'll post tomorrow but with a 2 1/2 year old coughing, crying and begging to be carried, blogging just isn't an option today (or in the AM, expect delays).

Style Stealin': Ms. Olsen

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I'm so glad the twins have been over that beggin'-for-change look. At this point, I'll rock anything these girls would wear or endorse. They serve up some great style inspiration.


I was not paid to say these things but if Elizabeth and James or StyleMint want to give me a job, I'll take it. Just saying'.

Head Over Heels

Is that gloss wand lighting up?

Wowza, what a color?!

I just want to kiss it!

Super excited to be sharing this with you. So while at Hispanicize I was approached by Artistry Beauty. Anyone who knows me, knows that make up is the key to my pretty little heart so they basically had me at hello. I was lucky enough to go home with more goodies than I can be thankful for. A bit overwhelmed and excited to get home and try everything, one item stole my heart instantly. I'm head over heels with the light up lip gloss.

This magic little number has an  LED light as well as a mirror for easy application. You know for applying when at the club, or sitting in the dark putting your two year old to bed as is my life. Anyway, the best part, CRAZY amounts of shine just the way I like it. One thing they don't mention is the tingle you get when applying. Maybe that is because of the scent, plumping agent or something I do not know. It doesn't burn but slightly tingles. I love it. Either way this gets my "sealed with a kiss" of approval. Pucker up like me HERE.






* I was not monetarily compensated for this post. I did receive products as mentioned in the post. Artistry Beauty is only sold through your Amway Independent Business Owner. Gloss in post is Passion (go figure) 

Wrap Up

I came back from Miami ready to take on the world and what I found was a hectic and very full schedule. I guess that is what happens when taking on the world right? I started off with the TopShop party hosted by CS Magazine, Amy Creyer and Tres Awesome last week. What was really awesome was pulling out my vintage hot pink maxi dress and rocking it in my town! I, of course am so Chicago that I had no choice but to pick up a few black pieces and funktified accessories. Yes, I just made that word up.

Funktified: Something that had been made funky or whatever. Moving on.

I got to meet the uber talented and oh so young Luis Torres looking fabulous in this bright get up and Furla Candy Satchel. The best part though is shopping while Dani Deahl spins. She is my total girl crush. She is sexy, talented and a Chicago girl! Check out the song I cannot get out of my head thanks to her at her fan page.

I ended up this weekend, like I do most weekends doing make up events around my city. Here I am with Sara, who is working on a super cool side project with me. Stay tuned. Now it is time to take a few hours for me and catch up on Grey's Anatomy. Don't judge.  How was your weekend?

Hair All About It

Let's talk hair ladies. I know it is not a topic I've discussed much and when I do I am praising the classic bun out of sheer laziness and calling it chic. Don't get me wrong it is but sometimes we need more. After all, a woman's hair is her best accessory. While in Miami, I had the pleasure of meeting celebrity hairstylist, Leonardo Rocco and learn about Suave's new Keratin line. His accent was enough to make the other ladies in attendance fly out of their seats when he asked for a volunteer. When he mentioned he thought a woman with short hair was sexy, I couldn't resist asking for a pixie cut. He then shared with us a few tips for beautiful hair that actually work. Here are a few of my favorite.

The Wash:


-Wash your hair no more than 3x in a week so the natural oils can nourish the hair. If the scalp gets oily use a dry shampoo to give back bounce in between washes.

- When in the shower, wash and repeat. The first wash gets rid of dirt, the second treats and softens the hair.

- Conditioner should be applied from midway to roots (not all over the scalp) and massage so the hair cuticle seals.

- Rinse with cold water. Again, this is to seal the ends. Personally, I don't get frizz when I do this.

The Set and Style:


-For curly styles add styling creme, use a wide tooth comb and WALK AWAY! The more you mess with your hair, the frizzer it will be.

-If you plan on straightening your hair as I do, use a heat protection product.

-Finish by warming up roughly 2-3 drops of shine serum in your hands and apply midway to roots only.


I was lucky enough to get to try the Suave Keratin shampoo and conditioner and I followed these tips to the penny. My hair looks great and without a salon visit! For those that know Spanish, he tweets in it (melts off the chair), be sure to follow @leonardorocco and of course if you are ever in South Beach swing by Rocco Donna Salon for a little taste of heaven.





I was not paid to endorse this product or the salon. I did receive products to test out from Suave. All opinions are clearly my own. As always, I practice what I preach.

The Wow Factor

So I have had some AH-mazing opportunities but featured in Latina.com? Latina magazine is a magazine I read on a regular basis and never thought I would be featured on their website but I was. I had no idea what was in store for me when attending Hispanicize this year for the first time but I can say meeting Dan Koday from Latina was one of the many highlights. Be sure to check it out for yourself at www.latina.com 

Maternity Style {April}

So after returning from Hispanicize in Miami (so much to still share), I went through my blog to review a few things discussed during the conference and found that I promised a monthly maternity post in honor of my sister in law. She will be 20 weeks on Thursday and carrying baby Aiden, the first boy on my side of the family. I love him so much already. Here a few items I think she could wear now and after birth. Welcome to April.

- A Striped Sweater adds chic to any look and I love it that it is lightweight. 

- Leggings in a variety of colors are a great alternative to belly bands and maternity jeans. 

- As women we feel frumpy at times during this stage in life but this necklace and this arm party is mood boosting. So is chocolate by the way.

- These Booties are fun and very Coachella, it was a thing of the moment. When I search for them found them to actually be called The Coachella Bootie, just goes to show how great Opening Ceremony is.

- Chloe bag...'nuff said. 

Another option would be this line here. I am so in love with all the pieces.