#OOTD Summer Fun Outfit!!

    Hey Lovelies! So today I have a fun outfit to show you! I was going to lunch with some people, and I was getting compliments from everyone! So I knew if random people were complimenting me, then I definitely need to show it to my lovely viewers! I love this outfit especially now, cause it is perfect for summer! It shows some midrift, but not too much! The skirt I just got and I am in love, I love the floral print; finally I have found the perfect circle skirt! I like this crop top because it is light weight and perfect for hot summer days! I just feel like the wedges just finish the outfit! Since so much is going on with the floral and stripes, I decided to add just a gold bracelet! 

Red Stripe Crop Top: American Eagle 

Floral Circle Skirt: Forever 21 

White Wedges: Steve Madden 

Gold Bracelet: Forever 21 

    Thank you so much!! Come back for some more fun!! If you like this outfit, I would love to see you put a rendition together and leave a link in the comments! Also, let me know what you love wearing in the summer!! 

- AM

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DIY Hair Masks!!

Hey lovelies!! I do so many fashion posts, not many hair posts. So today I am talking about two hair DIY masks that you could make right in your kitchen with ingredients mostly everyone has, or can get very easily!! The first one is dealing with dull, lifeless hair! You will be able to revive your lustrous strands making them have a little more body and shine! The second mask will be a damage repair mask! I know that some deep conditioning masks can be pricey and not everyone can afford them, so I have the best mask that isn't to pricey and works just as well. 

Mask 1: Revive Dull Strands:

    You will need 1 over ripe banana and a wide tooth comb. Mash the banana into a paste consistency. Apply it to hair, wet or dry. Let it sit in your hair for 30 minutes. After, use a wide tooth comb to get the banana out of your hair and shampoo and condition thoroughly. You will have glossy and shiny hair in no time!!

Mask 2: Damage Repair:

    You will need 2 eggs, 2 tbsp. (tablespoons) of olive oil, 1/2 ripe avocado, and 2 oz. (ounces) of water. Combine all the ingredients into a bowl, then apply it to dry hair with your fingers. Let it sit in your hair for 10 minutes. Rinse and shampoo thoroughly. This mask is great because it adds vitamins and fatty acids into the cuticles of the hair, fixing the damage!

So, those are the two masks, revive dull strands and repair damage!! I hope you try these two masks out and like them!! Have a great day and come back for some more fun!! P.S. -- leave in the comments what other posts you would like to see me do - fashion, beauty, and lifestyle!! 

Thanks,

- AM

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Are You a Perfume Expert??

Hey Lovelies!! I love to wear perfume; to me it makes me feel girlie and complete!! I always think of it as the finishing product to any great outfit. I know everyone does the old technique of the spray and walk through but, you may not know how to put on your perfume the right way. So, today I will be talking about the right way to apply perfume to make it vibrant and last longer. Let’s begin… 

 • Always use a fragrance free body wash and moisturizer. 

 • Perfume lasts longer when applied to a moisturized area. 

 • You should apply your perfume right after the shower when you are damp, and right before you put clothes on. 

 • Your pulse areas are where you should put your perfume; for example on the inner wrists and back of ears. 

 • Don’t rub your wrists together; this can make you skins natural oils and your perfume to mix, thus making an altered scent from the friction of the movement. 

• Your pulse will diffuse your perfume making it last longer. I hope you liked this post!! Now you are the expert at applying perfume!! Come back for more fun!! Thanks! 

 - AM www.fashionforwardam4.tumblr.com

Back To School Outfit Ideas!!

Hey Lovelies!! I have a fashion post today!! So since it is back to school season now, I decided to pick 5 outfits for the first week of school!! No matter if you’re going into middle school, high school, or college, you can get inspiration from at least one of these outfits!! Just remember try to keep in mind your dress code, if you have one; you can critique these outfits to better suit you!! So let’s begin!!

1. Casual and Comfy!! I chose to pair this black crop top from H&M with high waist lace shorts from Forever 21. To bring the shirt and shorts together I decided to add this belt which matches with these strappy sandals from Target!!

2. Sophisticated and Chic!! I paired this floral crop top from Forever 21 with high waist shorts also from Forever 21. The bronzy gold strappy sandals, in my opinion, really go well with the colors in the shirt. P.S. how cool is the back of this shirt!!

3. Laid Back and Cute!! The turquoise linen shirt is from Forever 21 which pairs nicely with the geometric printed leggings also from Forever 21. The sandals are from Target; I really like how they look, I don’t know why but they look tribally to me, oddly enough!!

4. Rock and Sassy!! I love the overalls trend, so I decided to wear a denim pair from Blank NYC. I put an embellished crop top under from Forever 21. You could always put a shirt under to cover up more or just through on a light weight cardigan!!

5. Girlie and Pretty!! I love this maxi dress is a little short so that I can see my Steve Madden Wedges. I like how the white stripes in the dress go with the shoes!!!

I hope you liked these outfits and remember to rock your style to the fullest!! Thanks and have a great day!!

-AM
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Summer 2013 Fashion and Beauty Trends!!

Hey lovelies!! So, today I will be talking to you about the summer trends!! I know we are already half way through summer but at least I made this post!! You should try some of these trends out, but always remember, you should only try them if you like them!! So lets begin...

Fashion:

• Crop Tops
• Circle Skirts
• Mini Dresses
• Black and White
• Neon
• Chevron
• Maxi Dresses

Beauty:

• Colored Eyeliner
• Matte Lips
• Beach Waves
• Low Buns
• Glowing Cheeks
• Bold Eyebrows

So, I hope you like some of these trends and try them out!! I know I will definitely try all the beauty trends and some of the fashion trends!! Thanks and have a great day!! Congrats to the Royal Family on their little Prince George of Cambridge!! 

- AM

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The Denim Project - Easton, Pennsylvania

http://www.thedenimproject-easton.com/ 

Hey Lovelies!! I have a fashion post today!! I recently did some shopping and I stopped into The Denim Project in Easton, Pennsylvania. This store sells high end premium denim, which is right up my alley! They have so many different brands including DL 1961, Blank NYC, Raleigh, and Cult of Individuality, to name a few. The Denim Project sells both woman and men collections, with a wide spread of colors and types of denim! 

They sell jeans, dresses, and tops! You can finish off an amazing outfit that you buy there with jewelry and scarves!! It is a very trendy store and perfect for everyone!! 

So, I hope you head over to The Denim Project sometime soon! It is definitely a place to stop by when you are near Easton, Pennsylvania!! Have a great day and come back for more fun!! 

The Denim Project - Easton Website: http://www.thedenimproject-easton.com/ 

- AM 

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DIY Sea Salt Spray!!

Hey Lovelies!! So today I will tell you how to make a sea salt spray for your hair!! It can give your hair beachy waves that look good on everyone!! Since it is the summer, I know a lot of people don’t like using heat on their hair but still want those nice waves! You can use this spray on dry or wet hair; you can use it on hair that just came out of the ocean too!! Just spray it evenly on your hair and you can scrunch your hair a little to get more of a curl!! So let’s begin!!

What you will need:

· Hair Gel

· Spray Bottle

· Coconut Oil

· Sea Salt

· 1 Cup of warm water

· Teaspoon

Steps:

1.      Put the warm water into your spray bottle.

2.      Add a teaspoon of sea salt to your spray bottle. 

3.      Add half a teaspoon of coconut oil to your spray bottle, the reason for this is because it will prevent your hair from drying out because sea salt will dry your hair out.

4.      Add half a teaspoon of hair gel to your spray bottle to help keep the curl.

5.      Shake all the ingredients are mixed together!!

I hope you liked this DIY!! Come back for more fun!! Have a great day!!

- AM
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WHO, WHAT, SPF??

                Hey Lovelies!! Sorry I haven’t posted in such a long time!! But today I am back and ready!! It is getting hotter and many of you are ready to go out in the sun, but, I decided to let you know some facts and that important SPF and some great sunscreens!! So let’s begin!!

                There are so many sunscreens out in the market. Some say they will defend against sun damage, others premature aging and others waterproof, and then you have the tanning lotions. What was the difference between sun block and sunscreen?? What is UVA/UVB and broad-spectrum?? Waterproof versus water resistant? The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) passed a law that ensured new and improved packaging coming out this year! You will only see water resistant for solutions that last up to 40 – 80 minutes. Broad spectrum on solutions that live up to the highest protection levels of UVA/UVB sunrays. UVA are the rays that age skin, while UVB are the rays that burn skin. Any solution that doesn’t meet the broad-spectrum level will be called UVA/UVB protection.  Always look for broad-spectrum! Anything under SPF 15 will have labels that indicate a risk for skin cancer. Skin cancer is rising in the USA and is the most common cancer in the USA. You should be using at least SPF 45 every time you are in the sun! JUST REMEMBER, you can still get a tan with SPF 50, and it will be the safe way too!!

Here are some great sunscreens:

Dry or Sensitive Skin: Aveeno Protect + Hydrate Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 ($10): The oatmeal is great for dry and sensitive skin because it will sooth the skin while still being hydrating, nourishing, and the biggest thing of all, protecting your skin from the sun!! It soaks into the skin fast and is not oily as an added plus!!

If you burn easily: Neutrogena Beach Defense Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 70 ($11): it is a light creamy formula, that doesn’t smell bad (like all of these sunscreens I am showing you). You do need to reapply it (like all the other sunscreens) but it gives a very good protection, and you will still get a tan!! Does come in spray form!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Bronze Glow: Australian Gold Sheer Coverage Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Spray ($12): Bronzing oil, with SPF 50!! Like who doesn’t want this!! It gives a bronzy glow and does everything tanning oil does, but without the harmful part!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Non Aerosol Spray: Alba Botanica Very Emollient Sunscreen Sport Spray SPF 40 ($11): It does need to be rubbed in but does get sprayed evenly on the skin!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Sunscreen/Antioxidants: Dr. T's Supergoop Continuous Mist Broad Spectrum SPF 30 ($19): The sunscreen has antioxidant vitamin C which helps to brighten skin. Natural citrus oils make this sunscreen smell oh so fresh!! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

Water Sports: Nature's Gate Aqua Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Aqua Sunscreen ($7): This sunscreen was designed for water sports. It is the thickest consistency and has a mixture of zinc oxide and chemical sunscreen ingredients for that super SPF 50. Shea butter, chamomile, and rosemary give it hydration effects. This is perfect for any person that stays in the sun and water for a long time! Water resistant for 80 minutes.

                You should be able to find most of these sunscreens in the drugstore!! I hope you liked this post and I will be getting back on track with the blog posting, starting now!! Have a great day!!

-          AM

Spring 2013 Beauty Trends!!

Hey Lovelies!! So today I will be talking to you about the Spring/ Summer 2013 Beauty Trends that you should definitely try out! You may like one trend more than the other but have no worries, there are plenty to choose and experiment with!! It was all about the eyes, either bold or minimalistic, the eyes were the center of attention!! So let's begin..

Intense Eyes: Jewel Tones, Metallics, Bold Color, Long Lashes:



Chanel



Improved "No Make-up" Look: Perfecting the skin, "Blushing" color to the cheeks, Curl to the lashes to open up the eyes, Contoured figured:

Balmain

Lower Lash line Spotlight: Smudged liner, no more neutral:

Diane Von Furstenberg

Pop of Color:

Giles

Sixties: Filled in brows, nude lip:

Marc Jacobs

Matte Look: lips, and, face:

Alexander McQueen

Burberry Prorsum

All Things Pink:


Donna Karan

Browns:

Roberto Cavalli

BIG Lashes:

Gucci

Source:Vogue Beauty Trends
Pictures: GoRunway

Thanks!! I hope you try out some of these trends, I know I will!! I really like the matte look and bold eyes and lips!! Don't be afraid to try out new things and come out of your comfort zone, that's what beauty and fashion is for, to try new things and experiment!! Come back for more fun!! Tweet me a pic of you trying out any of these trends, I would love to see! Have a nice day!!

- AM
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NYFW!!

Hey Lovelies!! I just wanted to inform you that New York Fashion Week is here!! Today was the first day! This week is hitting off the Spring and Summer collections, so that means short shorts and gorgeous bathing suits!!

- AM
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