Makeup & Style
Makeup - What's in the lipgloss? Better yet, what are you smothering on your face? This section is dedicated to exploring our cosmetic options while simultaneously helping you choose wisely. Makeup is an option used to enhance your naturally beautiful features. If you're going to use it, know what your using.
The decision had already been made to elope. My vision was classic, vintage and chic. What better way to accomplish these goals but to go to the thrift store!!! I chose to focus on Goodwill and the craft stores to achieve the look I wanted on a limited budget.
The Suit
I envisioned a pencil skirt in winter white and/or cream. While perusing Goodwill, I found exactly what I was looking for. I literally screamed 'Shut Up!' when I pulled it off the rack. The woman beside me was laughing at me. LOL! The ticket price was $19.99 for a two-piece skirt suit! I got to the register and the price was $10! I paid ten dollars for my wedding suit, yall! Win!
I realized that the skirt did not fit in that lovely pencil skirt way, so I took it to a local seamstress who altered it perfectly! Because of my quick turnaround time and because the skirt was constructed so well, the fee was $35.
So, the total cost of my wedding suit was $45.
The Shoes
Now, this is where the budget got pushed a bit. I went to DSW and as usual, walked straight to the clearance rack. Guess what?!?! The leopard print shoes I wanted were right there!!! The texture was actually furry. I was hooked.
I paid approximately $35 for my shoes.
As someone who suffers from adult acne from time-to-time, I have been on a serious quest for naturally, flawless skin! After a particularly difficult bout that left me with quite a bit of hyper-pigmentation, I found myself questioning whether or not my current foundation might be playing role in my skin care woes. Therefore, I decided that I would spend a few months researching various foundation brands and types in an effort to create a more even-toned complexion.
First up to bat was Emmy-Award Winning Celebrity Makeup Artist, 
Step One: Apply a Cream Shadow, Gel Eye Liner or Eye Shadow Primer in a color that is close to your skin tone or a couple of shades lighter across your eye lid up to your crease and blend well. 
As the years go by, we as women have to pay a bit more attention to our skin. Like Ledisi said, I'm going through changes, yall! The days of super flawless skin is beginning to take a bit of work and a certain level on consciousness. I have to be mindful of my water intake, the foods I eat and yes..an exercise regimen is heavy on the brain - not happening yet, but on the brain.
Believe it or not some of us are unable to identify a vegetable if we saw it. I will admit that at some point, asparagus was one that I could not identify. Now easily recognizable by its spear shape, I have learned to welcome this vegetable into my diet. While I have yet to cook it myself, the day is coming soon.
