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Jul
19

Organize your Life

Posted by kilohana under Good Buys, I notice, cool tips, shopping

I usually keep all my papers and important information in a large file box, which was in serious need of organizing. I had gotten so bad with "the box" that we had started simply throwing anything we thought relevant into it. A horrible way of organizing and keeping up with important papers and information. Then I found Life.doc…..

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Jul
13

Spanx

Posted by kilohana under I notice, cool tips, fashion, fashion trends, shopping

image We love clothes, fashion and anything that makes us look gorgeous and feminine. But you hardly find anything said about what lies under those beautiful clothes and accessories. For many informed women, they are hiding a little secret. The secret is Spanx and the secret is out! The incredibly form squeezing treasures will suck you in and lift you up like no other you’ve seen. Created by Sarah Blakely, this line of power panties, bras, and a whole slew of other items are showing up, make that showing under, on celebrity women everywhere.

Spanx is the girdle of the future, now! This popular body shaper is an addiction that most women will never part ways with. Imagine putting on a Spanx and looking anywhere from 2-10 lbs lighter…..and that’s without breaking a sweat.  Well, except for the wiggling you will do to get into these babies…and I do mean a wiggle! They can be worn under the tightest of clothes and never show panty line. They fit super snug but not uncomfortable. Once you have them on, you look slim, trim and amazing. They look like footless pantyhose that come right above your knee. If the bottoms aren’t addictive enough, they also have Spanx Bras, fittingly named Bra-llelujah. The bras hide that unsightly fat and bulges that show around because of your bra. Check them out and see what all the raving is about.  My personal favorite is the Hide & Sleek Cami! Spanx, making every woman feel and look beautiful, one panty at a time!!Winking

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Jun
26

Correct Bra Sizing

Posted by kilohana under cool tips, fashion, shopping

bra Am I the only one who buys useless bras over and over again, trying to search for the right fitting bra. I find a beautiful bra and then I can’t figure out what size I should get. You really don’t want to try on a bra in the store, I hate doing that! But I have been buying on the internet lately, since it’s just like buying the store for me. Pretty much "hit or miss", but I have found a tool I can not live without. A BRA SIZING GUIDE!! All you need is a tape measure and you’ll have your size in less than 5 minutes. Here’s how you do it..

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reusable shopping bag

Want to do your part in helping the environment? It’s not as hard as it seems, being fashionable and earth friendly. Do your part and do away with store shopping bags and look Fabulous while doing it! Next time you are checking out, tell the cashier "No, thank you. I’ve got my own", then pull out your ultra-chic reusable shopping bag. I keep one in my purse at all times, a needed accessory for the "green friendly gal". Check out my picks…

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Jun
14

Corsets

Posted by kilohana under My Style, cool tips, fashion, fashion trends, shopping

Many decades ago, corsets used to be required at all times. Thank goodness those days are gone. But now the corset or bustier has become a cute, sometimes elegant fashion staple. One thing that hasn’t changed about a corset is the fact that it can make you look incredible. It pushes and squeezes in all the right places. You get the perfect hourglass shape in a matter of minutes (how long it may take to put it on Winking). Once on, you will definitely feel and look incredible. Just make sure you get the correct size and material. There are many different styles, materials, and control options out. Try them all.  Check these CUTE ones!

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Jun
05

Try Bangs!

Posted by kilohana under My Style, cool tips, fashion, fashion trends

Bangs

Ready for a hairstyle change, why not try bangs. Bangs are the quickest way to get a new hairstyle. Whether you call them fringes or bangs, you have to admit, they can make you look incredible. There are so many different ways to wear bangs that you can try many different styles with one cut. They are a great choice for women when they want a sexy new look.

There are bangs to fit any face shape, hair type and style. All you have to do is decide which one you may want and find a great beautician to bring it to life.

Here are some of the more common types of bangs:

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May
23

Housewarming

Posted by kilohana under My Style, Party Time!, cool tips

Who doesn’t love a party. Any reason to give a party and I am all for it! Why not throw a housewarming. Whether it is yours or for a friend you can have plenty of fun and get a few nice gifts, too Big Grin. The key to remember when throwing your housewarming is to keep it casual and comfortable.

Start sending out invites a week or so before the planned event and remember to invite some new neighbors. It’s always a good thing to stay in good with neighbors, so make friends early on. When planning the event you can have it as a potluck, just drinks, or a barbecue. I like to have a casual potluck dinner with games and entertainment. You can also have it as an open house, where you take attendees on a tour of the new home.

Housewarming’s are generally thrown once you are completely moved in or within the first 2 months of moving in. You can have one for a new move, a renovation or a remodel. Really, any acceptable reason to throw a housewarming you can think of is fine!

Sit back and enjoy your casual affair!!

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May
20

Liars

Posted by kilohana under I notice, Relationships, cool tips

liar I can’t even count on my hands and feet how many times I wished I could read someone’s mind. Sometimes, I wish life was like the movies where you could just look at someone and hear their thoughts, then again they would probably be reading mine too, so never mind on that. But, seriously, how many times have you told someone just what they wanted to hear….I know I have many many times…better to lie than hurt someone’s feelings. Just like some times call for a lie to be nice, other times there is no excuse to lie. These are the times you may need to become more aware of the situation and the person.      By just paying attention, you can notice some things that will key you in on a lie. When someone is guilty they may:

  • become very defensive
  • body language - not looking you in the eye, being fidgety, acting nervous or uncomfortable, arms or legs will face the exits, looking up to the right
  • Mistaken memories - stories/events constantly change   
  • Projected feelings - telling you you are lying
  • Touches the face - touches the cheek, mouth or nose
  • Rise in voice pitch
  • Pause in speaking - needing time to think before answering

Remember that the person’s normal behavior has to be taken into consideration. If the person is an awkward, fidgety, uncomfortable person normally, then this definitely won’t work for them. This is more for the cool, calm collective people. Any noticeable change in behavior can clue you in that something is going on. Pay attention and be alert to what is said and done and you may start noticing things….

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backwards In an earlier post, I hinted at the fact that this shoe, currently by Marc Jacobs is the next big thing. Well it officially came out on runways in the NY Fashion Week in 2007 right before Winter. The only thing forward about these shoes is the fact that they are "fashion forward" right now. I wonder what everyone was thinking at that fashion show. I think "Stunned" could sum it up in one word. The shoes measuring in at 4 inches high, although quite pretty, can be nothing but horrific to walk in. Imagine wearing shoes, let me correct that HEELS, that you can never apply weight to the back of the shoe or you will come tumbling down. Perfect for Ballet Dancers maybe not so much the rest of us, you surely will perfect walking on your toes wearing these.

One positive I can think of is, it has to be one heck of  a workout for your calves. Imagine a High Heel Shoe minus the heel, it’s ridiculous, yet, oh so sexy! They seem to be slowly trickling into the mainstream and we are sure to see more and more celebrities wearing them. These are sure to be a HUGE hit fast, in the lime light fashion is everything.

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Would you trade being able to stay upright with wearing gorgeous "fashionable" shoes? What can they possible think of next, no heels at all??

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May
18

How to save your lipstick

Posted by kilohana under I notice, cool tips, fashion

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Have you ever broken or left your lipstick in the car, and it melted so you just threw it away because it was unusable? Well you no longer have to get rid of your lipsticks. Lipsticks can be expensive so anyway you can save them, you should.

If it melts from being in the car, don’t take the top off, just turn it upright and put it in the refrigerator for about an hour. This will reset the lipstick so you can still use it. It may not be as pretty but it still does the job.

When the lipstick stick breaks you can easily attach it back to the base, if it hasn’t completely fallen out of the tube. Heat the bottom of the lipstick with a blow dryer on low and press the lipstick back into the base of the tube. The heat should attach the lipstick to the lipstick container.

Another smart and easy trick, if you’ve used all the lipstick out of the top or broken the top of the lipstick, you can simply melt it down. You can put the lipstick in the microwave for a few seconds, just until it melts, and then pour it into a palette. It can be poured into any container you choose, like a lip gloss pot, contact lens case, or a pill case. Now you can use your lipstick with a brush. This is a neat way of getting more use out of your lipstick.


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