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the faux leather dress
Leather always adds a bit of edge to a look. Unfortunately, most leather is pretty expensive so leather jackets are usually the only leather look that is worth the number of wears. In the past year,...
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my near end of winter – almost spring shopping list
I’ve changed my shopping habits a bit over the last couple years. I used to just go shopping and walk out with bags and bags, only to get home and realize I still had nothing to wear. Have you been …...
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sasstress approved: 5 easy to make vegan desserts
Dietary restrictions can be especially difficult when it comes to our favorite desserts. I’m figuring out this whole gluten free thing and in the process, I’m learning a bit about vegan baking as well....
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4 fall 2014 fashion week beauty trends to try now
Another season of NY Fashion Week is now wrapped up. While we have to wait until the fall to see any of the fashions at stores, there were some beauty trends that we can start wearing right away. Here...
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the sasstress search for the ideal work bag
When I’m working on the blog, my home is my office. It’s been a very casual work environment. But I’ve had a really great opportunity come my way, so in just another week I’ll be back to full time work...
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8 beauty hacks for the fitness junkie selected for IFB’s weekly roundup
Starting up a new fitness routine has plenty of health and beauty benefits, but it can also add additional stress to the hair and skin. 8 beauty hacks for the fitness junkie gives you some beauty tips...
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the only makeup brushes you should ever own
I bought my first MAC makeup brush back when I was working for Clinique as a makeup artist. At that time, Clinique didn’t have makeup brushes and so we were taught to apply makeup with a Q-Tips, cotton...
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concealing dark circles (with a secret tip!) tutorial
We all have our beauty products we can’t live without. I have dark under eye circles, so on most days I will wear both foundation and concealer. I think for anyone who has dark circles, it’s a struggle...
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a simple margarita recipe, 4 ways
Tomorrow is one of my favorite “holidays”, National Margarita day. At one point, tequila was my liquor choice but now that I’m “wiser”, I opt for simpler drinks like a glass of wine or just plain...
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maximizing the wardrobe: “working” the crop top
After a bit over a year of being on sabbatical, today I am returning back to the “9 to 5″. The sabbatical has been great and I highly recommend it for anyone who has the chance. It hurts the bank …...
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at home mani must have: butter LONDON Melt Away Cuticle Eliminator
So I have to admit that I have not been following my own fall/winter beauty advice. I always say that regular manicures are necessary, and even more so when it’s cold and our hands are just about all...
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4 fall 2014 fashion week beauty trends to try now for IFB’s weekly round-up
It’s always fun to see what trends are coming during fashion week season. It’s even more fun to see trends that you can incorporate into your style immediately and 4 Fall 2014 NY Fashion Week beauty...
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7 ways to stay pretty even when it’s not so pretty outside
It started raining in SF. And A LOT. As someone who has spent most of my adult life living in LA, I had previously adopted an “eff it” attitude with bad weather. The slightest drop of rain meant I was...
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I’m now adding a bit of sass to brit+co!
I’m really excited to announce that I recently got a gig as a contributor to Brit + Co. If you’re not familiar with the site, you must check it out. There are loads of amazing (and achievable!) DIY...
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paris fashion week street style: socks & stilettos
Sneakers, statement shoes, over the knee boots, menswear – all street styles that we expect to see at fashion week. But the Paris Fashion Week trend that really caught my eye was socks paired with...
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getting laquered up: my spring nail polish colors
Since discovering butter LONDON Melt Away, I’ve been really playing around with different nail polishes for spring. I’ve always been into deep wine and red shades, but I’m trying to go beyond comfort...
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(gluten free) bite size salted cheesecake cupcakes
After finding these gluten free desserts, I realized I was missing one of my favorites – cheesecake! So I decided it was next on my list, and I re-created one of my favorite (and one of the most...
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fashion find: pretty watches for less than $50
I just bought a new watch and I’ve been getting so many compliments and questions about it that I figure I need to spread the word! It’s from a brand called “RumbaTime“, and the watch has a colored...
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first friday march inspiration
February was a short month, but so much has changed. I started a new full-time job and began free-lancing for Brit + Co. I also… started working on a redesign of this site! I’m hoping to make the site...
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toning down office makeup with 4 easy steps
Image via Pinterest I’ve had a few instances over the last couple weeks that I looked in the mirror halfway through the work day and frightened myself. The makeup I put on in the morning, still half...
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