If your makeup routine consists only of basic foundation, curling your eyelashes, and swiping on lipstick, then you're not pushing your cosmetics to their most gorgeous potential.
If you have a large family to feed, then you know how difficult it is to make one dish that satisfies everyone. But every now and then a recipe comes along that almost sounds too good and delicious to be true.
Beauty is pain, and there's no better proof of this aphorism than high heels. Whether they're a measly two inches or a whopping six inches, high heels are undeniably the most fabulous and effective way to visually lengthen your legs and make your calf muscles look slim. They come in gorgeous designs and colors and are many gals' favorite fashion accessories. But oh yeah, there's one snatch: they're a pain in the ass to wear for longer than half an hour.
Going back to school means meeting new friends, new love interests, and the oh so dreaded early mornings. No more sleeping in, gals! But if you're a girl who always wants to look good no matter how rushed or tired you are, then there's an easy way to style hair that's both quick and pretty.
Ever since we saw "A Little Mermaid" in second grade, we've been enamored with sea life (who knew that fish could be such cuddly little things with some nice pipes, too?). And let's admit it: If you, like us, grew up on a steady diet of Disney princess films, you probably wished at some point that you were a mermaid or a beautiful princess.
Inside out French braids are not nearly as complicated as they sound. Basically, creating an inside out French braid involves leaving the top, visible portion in a braid and the bottom portion in a flat weave. Learn how to create an inside out French braid and then tie it into a romantic side braid by watching this hairstyling tutorial.
Just in case you're a yank and don't know who Cheryl Cole is, here's a bit of background before you get into this makeup look: Cheryl Cole is the host of X Factor in the UK and is an accomplished singer, actress, songwriter, model, tv personality...you get the point.
Hairstyling is a pain in the butt. Yes, if you spend enough time primping, curling, straightening, pinning, and spritzing you'll get gorgeous locks, but sometimes we have to get out the door in ten minutes and need something pronto, not in two hours.
A bird's nest is the symbol of life, new life, family, and unity. So the motif makes for an excellent pendant to wear around on a necklace, earrings, or bracelet. But don't go to the store and waste your money on name brand jewelry with this pretty motif.
Over the last few years, the musical "Wicked" has become a highly popular phenomenon whose awesomeness has spread mostly through word of mouth. Well, that and the musical's extremely talented and gorgeous costars, Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth, have unparalled charisma and vocal ranges that do nothing less than astound.
We love cupcakes equally with or without frosting, but sometimes adding that extra bit of vanilla buttercream frosting shaped into a rose or other flower turns the cupcake nomming experience from delicious to divine.
Forget Sephora and "Allure" - we subscribe to the old Italian grandmother school of beauty. Italian women like the gorgeous Sophia Loren are known to soak their faces in a vat of olive oil to help replenish moisture. And with skin so soft it feels like a baby's bottom, they've got the right idea in mind.
Keeping up with the Kardashians also means keeping up with the constantly gorgeous fashion, hair, and makeup choices on the red carpet. Having been in the media spotlight for several years now, the Kardashian sisters - Kim, Kourtney, and Khloe - have learned a few tricks for getting flashbulb-ready.
Most of us wouldn't even think to wear bright yellow and royal purple together unless we happen to be at Staples Center cheeering the Laker's on through the NBA Finals Tournament. But these two colors, which happen to be complementary hues on the color wheel, actually make for gorgeous makeup looks.
When you hear the word "watercolor," the image of Monet sitting in his garden in Giverny slowly whittling monumental versions of his garden's lillies on canvas probably comes to mind. But you don't have to be a superstar painter to be able to create beautiful watercolor prints.
Kim Kardashian is one of the most gorgeous women in the world with the perfect womanly curves, sharp cheekbones that could grate cheese, and beautifully full hair. And very often Kim will add even more volume to her locks by loosely curling them with a curling iron.
Do you have a t-shirt lying around the house with the most gorgeous sailor stripe pattern but is simply too small to fit you now? Don't despair; in this episode of "Whitney Sews," you'll learn a method for creating a shrug out of an old t-shirt.
Scarlett Johansson is one of the most gorgeous women in the world, so she doesn't need much help beauty-wise with makeup and styling to look good. But for her recent ad campaign for Dolce and Gabanna makeup, she totally turned up the bombshell factor and went all out with sizzling Sophia Loren-inspired eyes and plush nude lips.
Swarovski crystals don't need to be confined to delicate jewelry pieces and Victoria's Secret Fashion Show bras! These little jewels are expensive than their cheaper plastic rhinestone brothers, but so worth it. Multifaceted, these Swarovski crystals glow like real diamonds and and a gorgeous sheen to any craft project.
We can't guarantee that these candy trees will still be there the next day if you happen to have a few candy-obsessed kids running around the house! As short or as long as they last, these candy trees are a gorgeous compliment to your holiday decor. When untouched, these trees can be brought out year after year to delight Christmas guests.
Short hair makes care and upkeep easy - a 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner and you're ready to go - but also limits your styling options. Increase the vocabulary in your short hairstyle lexion by watching this video.
This hairstyle could easily be mistaken for simply missing a spot while you're pinning your hair into an updo during the morning rush, but the lovely rosebud hair accessory ties it all together.
Natural makeup looks good during the day, at your business meeting (so you look gorgeous rather than tacky), at the gym (if you're one of those gals who refuse to leave the house without makeup), and at the club (if you switch up your nude lipcolor for a more vibrant one, like coral or blue red).
Many stage productions will require exaggerated eyelashes. The fake lashes make your eyes stand out, even from far away. You can use these lashes for anything from dance competitions to acting performances to Halloween to a night out!
If you've ever flipped through a Victoria Secret's catalog, you probably have noticed the uber gorgeous Brazilian model, Adriana Lima and her smoldering good looks. In this video presented by Fashion face TV, learn how to apply Adriana Lima dewy makeup for all skin types! Products used in this tutorial to achieve this look, include:
Cheryl Cole is a huge star in the UK. Not only is Sheryl a popular judge on X Factor, she is also the star of girl pop group, Girls Aloud.
Only have a few minutes to get ready but want to look chic? No problem! Spend all the time you can on your makeup and clothing and do this super fast hairstyle to top it all off. This updo, inspired by Blake Lively's style on "Gossip Girl" is a very cute, stylish way to keep your hair up but avoid a boring ponytail. This look combines braids with buns and everything in between for a gorgeous look that won't make you look bald from the front like some 'dos. So, if you are short on time or pati...
In this tutorial from Michelle Phan, learn how to look perfect for prom! Don't waste money on a makeup artist for the big day, do it yourself and look gorgeous!
Kandee is a makeup artist who takes us through this great youthful looking cougar makeup look. First put a primer all over the face. This is great to fill up any wrinkles or lines. Areas to highlight are the eyelids, underneath the eye, and all areas around the nose. Take the powder and only place it on the key areas which include the eyelids and gently underneath the eyelid, and around the forehead. Next pick an eyeshadow and was the entire lid in that light color. Then choose a dark eyeline...
When you think about salads, you probably imagine a bunch of stuff - usually whatever you have lying around in the fridge that hasn't gone bad yet - tossed together and strewn haphazardly. But did you know that throwing a salad together can be an art?
Take the edge off the holidays and feel lit up like a Christmas tree inside and out by swigging one of these bad boys. This sweet and tart pomegranate martini is so very tangy and delicious while giving you that perfect alcoholic kick.
In this tutorial, we learn how to design a fall table centerpiece with mini pumpkins. First, place three mini pumpkins on the side of a basket. Then, place peppers around them and throughout the basket. Take a bare branch and stick that in the middle of the centerpiece. From here, take some fall type of flowers and place them on the other side of the basket to decorate with. Use different colors with oranges, purples, and greens to make it look more like fall. From here, add in some fall leav...
In this tutorial, we learn how to use a round brush for multi-colored scroll work. First, dampen your brush and grab some bright colors. Take and lay the brush into one color at first. Then, turn the brush over and pick up another color. Now, you will push down and lift the brush up as you are twisting around. Next, reload the brush and do the same process over again. Use more of certain colors, then you will have gorgeous mixes of different colors. You can also add in another color at the ti...
In this video we learn how to make an autumn themed flower arrangement. Start off by purchasing fruits and vegetables that are fall colors. These colors can be: yellow, orange, light green, and brown. Grab the fruit or vegetable, then remove the inside from it, scooping it all out. Then, grab some fall flowers and cut the stems down on them. Place the flowers into the vegetable center and it will make a gorgeous center! It doesn't take a lot of time or creativity to do this, so it's perfect f...
In this video, we learn how to draw two point perspective. Start off with a horizontal line on your paper. After this, draw a small point on the line where your drawing will focus to. From here, you will start to draw lines coming out of this. Next, you will design the rest of the picture around the main focal point you started out with. Add in lines to create lots of detail and make sure to use shading to show depth. Erase any background lines you don't need. Then when you are finished, you ...
We have nothing against pirate costumes, but after seeing the 1,000 one on Halloween the look gets a little tired, yar? Embrace the pirate spirit of plundering without going the trite route of the pirate costume by dressing up as a treasure chest this Halloween.
Katy Perry is well known for being a chica who loves colors - on her eyes, cheeks, lips, and really everywhere, and all at once. But recently she's been favoring a softer - though still super dramatic - makeup look consisting of heavy, graphic eyes and a pouty pink lip.
Victory rolls are probably not very familiar to you, but they would have been had you lived about, oh, sixty years ago. Victory rolls, or tight, thick ringlets centered on the crown of the head and sometimes done up in a Bettie Page style bang, were the style du jour of the '40s and '50s.
Generally we recommend you keep your eye makeup natural when going out to the office or even out for cocktails (easy transition from daytime makeup, and also you could pair it with a red lip).
Christina Hendricks, who plays Joan Holloway on "Mad Men," recently rendered a male reporter speechless during a live interview. And honestly we're not surprised.