BEFORE Everyone has an area in their living space that stumps them. What do you put in that corner, on that awkward wall, etc.…
Behind-The-Scenes with Shakira
The finale of my trip to Barcelona was a gala with Grammy winner Shakira. Held at a beautiful mansion just outside the city, the…
Shop Winter Accessories for A Cause
Before you buy your next pair of gloves, consider this: Starting Nov. 11th, Echo Design, a website with all kinds of accessories, will donate…
You’re Invited: Shakira’s Announcement Live From Barcelona
Greetings from Barcelona! Crest 3D White flew me and some other beauty editors to this beautiful city to learn about their 2014 launches and…
A Low Maintenance Styler For Curls
I’m always in the market for product testers, and my family members are my regular recruits. My sister-in-law Lizzie isn’t the lipstick wearing, weekly…
I Found a Way to Rid Aches and Pains
BEFORE AFTER I haven’t worked out since I got pregnant with Rex — that’s more than 2 years ago. As a result, many of…
Healthy Snacks at Your Doorstep
Losing weight seems to be on everyone’s mind this time of year. I’ve previously told you about Naturebox. It’s like a modern online club…
The Perfect Blush
It shouldn’t take frostbite or a workout to give cheeks a healthy flush. I found a product that does it for you. I started…
Most Comfy, Seamless Underwear Ever
Lululemon has become a uniform for moms. However, the brand’s best-kept secret is their undies (I’ve got to give my mother-in-law credit for this…
How to Treat Eczema Plus Aveeno Giveaway
Are you one of the 32 million people who has eczema? My two-year-old Rex is. He has it on his arms. If you’re wondering…
Discounted Spa Services for 1 Week Only!
Spa treatments almost never go on sale, but from Oct. 14th – 20th you’ll be able to enjoy a massage, facial and other services…
Want to Hide Your Gray Hairs?
Remember when I told you about a pill promising to cure your hair of grays? If not, click here to read. Well, here’s a…
2 Mascaras That Have Made My Rotation
Avon Mega Effects Mascara, $10 This mascara requires that you read the short directions on the packaging because it’s legit the first of its…
Emmy 2013 Beauty: How To Get These Celeb’s Looks
SKIN: Claire Danes’s Emmy dress was a fantasy. It glistened without looking garish in the front, and the simplicity of the back was a…
Tips For Choosing Good Hair Products
Dove held an event this summer where I was invited to get a wash and blowout on Chicago’s Michigan Ave. Getting my hair shampooed…
Back-to-School Beauty Giveaway
When I was a tween, I was clueless about my skin. My mom never took me to the dermatologist or showed me the proper…
Favorite Find: This Day-to-Night Ann Taylor Sequin Skirt
I just got this Ann Taylor sequin skirt, and it’s become my favorite piece in my closet. It’s part of the wedding collection and…
What He or She is Really Thinking…
This week I attended an intimate luncheon with Chicago-based plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Dayan at the Ritz Carlton. The topic of conversation — beauty. Specifically,…
Behind-The-Scenes At My Photo Shoot
You recently saw my daytime chic look featured on the invitation for the big event I’m hosting next Thursday. Click here to RSVP! It…
You’re Invited! I’m Hosting! Don’t Miss This Birchbox & Ann Taylor Chicago Event
When asked to host this Fall trends event with Ann Taylor and Birchbox, I had to say yes. The night is going to be…