It's easy being green

ModCloth

When I was in high school, I had a dress that looked almost just like this - except that it was more kelly green . . . and it had a peter pan collar trimmed with petite white eyelet lace . . . and it had the same petite white eyelet lace on the slightly puffed short sleeves and button placket. Okay, maybe it wasn't just like this one but I loved it. I wish I still had it.

I wore it with a pair of black patent slingback peep-toe pumps, that I also wish I still had. I REALLY should stop giving away my fantastic, classic items.

Cute & Funky

GoJane


GoJane
Throw these 2 items on with a pair of large silver hoops, a stack of silver bangles and a gray or white tee or tank and you have a cute, funky and unique outfit to wear just about anywhere. Can anyone say CASUAL FRIDAY?!?!

Wedding unique

I love to browse the web and imagine different outfits in my head. This idea was particularly fun since it is a bridal idea. There are many brides who do not want to wear white for their wedding or that just want something unique. This dress and these accessories would be ideal for such a bride. This look isn't all that expensive. The dress is $277.99 at ModCloth. Unfortunately, I didn't get a price on the accessories.

The only thing I would make any adjustments to would be the Melinda Rose veil. The net portion would be a beige or grey and instead of a bow I would have some peacock feathers, a jeweled pin or even nothing.


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Melinda Rose


GoJane
This outfit was styled with an outdoor evening wedding in mind. This idea would be absolutely gorgeous with a smoky eye and nude lipstick. Finish it off with a pair of large pearl or colored gemstone (blue diamonds would be stunning) stud earrings. Keep your flowers very simple - a small nosegay of sterling silver roses with lots of greenery (no baby's breath) would look fantastic. You could also opt for no flowers at all. Your options are endless and it's your day so go crazy. Just make sure that you make your day YOU.

Pulling double duty

This Goody 2-in-1 headband/necklace is one of those items that every woman should have in her purse at all times. It could possibly even TRIPLE and QUADRUPLE as a double-wrap bracelet and ponytail holder. I don't remember what I paid for these but I'm sure it was less than $5. That's a bargain when you figure your price per wear. Every item in one's wardrobe should have to earn its spot and this item does just that. (BONUS: There are 2 headbands so you can use them doubled or keep one in your purse and one in your travel toiletry bag.)

Magical jar of dirt

This jar looks like an ordinary jar of dirt. But it isn't just ANY ordinary jar of dirt. It has magical powers. It can detoxify your skin, refine the appearance of pores and wrinkles and soften your skin, thus making you look much younger. And all for under $10.

I do not follow the mixing instructions on the jar. I mix 1 T of the NOW Moroccan Red Clay powder with about 2 t of warm water. When it's mixed this way, it will look like liquid milk chocolate. Slather the mixture evenly all over your face and neck. Leave it on until it is dry. Rinse it off with water. I recommend washing your face before and after use of the masque. And always moisturize after you're done.

Now this may vary as far as your level of discomfort is concerned. The clay powder is formulated for sensitive skin but it can still cause some irritation. When the masque begins to dry, it will feel like it is shrinking the size of your face into something resembling a raisin. No need for alarm. This is the masque doing its magic.

Just a few words of caution - #1 This powder is very fine so it will get all over the place as any fine powder does. #2 It is very messy to rinse off. I recommend putting it on before your shower, waiting for it to dry, then rinsing it off in the shower. #3 Due to the color of the clay powder, it can stain. #4 Be very careful when you are applying it to your face. Avoid getting too close to the eyes. Also avoid the hairline and the eyebrow area. It makes it very difficult to rinse it out of the hair.

And just a little bonus, you can use it on your hands for younger-looking hands.