Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Taking A Walk...

I try to stay active with the growing belly, which, I gotta say is hard sometimes due to constant back pain and fatigue, but I try:) So we went for a nice little walk around our house on this beautiful sunny day.

'Do not follow where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.'





I am wearing: 
Cardigan: F21
Jeans: H & M
Sandals: Roxy
Top: Charlotte Russe
Karma Bracelet: Nordstrom


Take Care,
Jay Anne

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Inspired: Alexander McQueen Clutches

Some clutches from one of the most creative designers ever! - Alexander McQueen

Lee Alexander McQueenCBE (17 March 1969 – 11 February 2010) was a British fashion designer and couturier best known for his in-depth knowledge of bespoke British tailoring, his tendency to juxtapose strength with fragility in his collections, as well as the emotional power and raw energy of his provocative fashion shows. He is also known for having worked as chief designer at Givenchy from 1996 to 2001 and for founding his own label under the name Alexander McQueen. His achievements in fashion earned him four British Designer of the Year awards (1996, 1997, 2001 and 2003), as well as the CFDA's International Designer of the Year award in 2003.










Take Care,
Jay Anne

Monday, February 6, 2012

1 Dress - 3 Styles



Rocker:

Jacket: from Italy
Studded Clutch: Vintage
Dress: From Nordstrom
Sandals: From Bali



Casual Pastels:

Cardigan: F21
Dress: From Nordstrom
Purple Clutch: Tommy Hilfiger
Shoes: Payless Shoes Source
Necklace: F21
Gold Watch: Armitron
Karma Bracelet: Nordstrom


Pink & Grey:

Jacket: H&M
Dress: From Nordstrom
Shoes: Chinese Laundry Jelly Sandals
Bag: Michael Kors


(I used my Bed Head Wave Artist Deep Waver for my hair)


Take Care,
Jay Anne

Sunday, February 5, 2012

Haul: Clutches & Shoes



Leather Mossimo Vilda Smoker Flats from Target.com
Pink-Rosegold Cuff: F21


Turquoise Zipper Clutch: Nine West
Black Leather Gold Necklace: F21





Black Clutch: Expressions NYC
Mauve/Lavender Clutch: Urban Expressions


Take Care,
Jay Anne

Aveeno Skincare Review

I have been using Aveeno's moisturizers for over a year now, and I have to say with my dry (especially dry now due to pregnancy) and sensitive skin, this products works great. No fragrance in them, which is great! I still have to try their face products.
You can purchase them and local CVS, Rite Aid or Walmart stores or on Aveeno's website.


Here are my favorites:

(perfect for the summer for me. Light, does not feel fatty and absorbs fast into your skin leaving it soft and moisturized)



This naturally nourishing lotion contains Natural Colloidal Oatmeal blended with rich emollients and is now proven to help skin build a "moisture reserve," so skin can replenish itself. Its fast-absorbing formula helps prevent and protect dry skin, leaving it feeling soft, smooth and naturally healthy looking. It's fragrance free, non-greasy, noncomedogenic and gentle enough for everyday use - good for sensitive skin.
The Natural Colloidal Oatmeal found in AVEENO® help to leave a protective barrier, which prevents water loss to help maintain moisture all day long. The AVEENO® oatmeal formulas are also known to soothe and moisturize itchy, extra dry skin.



Rich, yet fast absorbing, this hydrating lotion starts working immediately to nourish and restore essential moisture to extra-dry or sensitive skin so it looks and feels healthier.
  • - Clinically shown to help relieve itchy, extra dry skin
  • - Gentle enough for sensitive skin
  • - Free of fragrance and steroids
  • The Natural Colloidal Oatmeal formula found in AVEENO® products works to create a protective barrier, which prevents water loss and helps maintain moisture all day long. The AVEENO® oatmeal formulas are also proven to soothe and moisturize itchy, extra dry skin.

(I use this at night and if I have extreme dry skin. In the winter I use it for my hands as well. It is very moisturizing, yet it does not feel greasy at all.)


Only AVEENO® has harnessed the soothing power of ACTIVE NATURALS®oatmeal to help you care for your skin with eczema. Developed with leading dermatologists, this breakthrough cream helps relieve irritated skin and intensely moisturizes to help strengthen the skin’s natural barrier function and helps prevent the recurrence of extra dry skin. And, it’s enriched with ceramides, essential lipids naturally found within the skin, which plays a key role in enhancing and restoring the skin’s protective function. Clinically shown to help reduce the itching and irritation of eczema, while helping to improve the overall quality of life. It’s even dermatologist tested and gentle enough for use on babies and children with Eczema.

 (I use this every night and it does wonders! My skin gets baby soft by morning)

(you might find the old packaging which is eggplant color instead of the blue)

This intensely nourishing, all-over body cream with Triple Oat Complex is specially formulated to help soothe nighttime itch associated with dry skin so you can sleep more peacefully and wake up with skin that looks and feels healthier.

Learn about Colloidal Oat, which is found in all of their lotions!

Click HERE!


Oats have a long history of being valued for skin care, dating back to the ancient Greeks and Romans who used oat baths to heal skin ailments. AVEENO® products harness the power of oats to allow them to moisturize and relieve dryness and soothe itchy, irritated skin.



Take Care, and hope it help some of you out there with dry skin
Jay Anne




Disclaimer: I do not get paid in any way by the company, it is my very true and honest opinion! I purchased the products myself, from my own money.









Wednesday, February 1, 2012

New Year's Giveaway Winner!

Drumrooooolllllll...and the winner of my New Year's Giveaway is:


Congratulations and your prize will be on the way shortly! 

Take Care,
and thank you all for following me and participating in my giveaway.

Monday, January 30, 2012

Braided Messy Updo

I got inspired by LetsMakeItUp on youtube and created this easy, messy braided side bun. If you like romantic updos, she is your go-to youtube guru. I can highly recommend her videos.

Here is my quick version:





Take Care,
Jay Anne

Sunday, January 29, 2012

DIY: Turquoise/Brown Clutch

So here are the pix I promised...the finished DIY clutch:)


A few days ago I felt creative and went to Joann's to buy some fabric to create this little clutch. If you wanna know how to sew / or glue a clutch similar to this, check out this video. It is very easy and fun. 
You can also find some fabric and trims / sequin trims in a variety of colors at select Walmart stores.
I decided to sew (oh yea, I do not own a sewing machine, so I had to do it by hand, which takes longer, but works just as well), since the brown fabric I choose was a very thick faux leather, and sewing make it more durable. 




Take Care,
Jay Anne

Saturday, January 28, 2012

OOTD: Feeling Minty





I am wearing: 
Jeans: Dark blue H&M Maternity Jeans (find here)
Top: Hollister (find similar here)
Cardigan: F21 (find here)
Belt: F21 (find similar here)
Necklace: F21 (find similar here and here)
Watch: Geneve
Leather Bag: F21


Take Care,
Jay Anne



Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Early Morning...

'A journey of a thousand miles stars with a single step'


Sometimes it is so hard to get up very early in the morning to go to work, but then something, like this gorgeous sunrise awaits you in front of  your house door. After seeing this, how could you say it was not worth it. 


Take Care,
Jay Anne

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Inspired: Mint

I am in love with this color!
I just ordered a pair of mint colored shoes/flats, and am working on a DIY clutch (well the purse is I guess a bit more turquoiseish).

I will share some photos with you ladies soon :)



Take Care,
Jay Anne

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Golden Shoes

With pregnancy, some not so nice side effects are also included, like your feel grow. BUT, lets look at the bright side, you get to go out to buy new shoes. Yaaaayyyy! And that is for sure FUN!
I found these little golden ballet flats called Chelsea Flats at Payless Shoe Source for $16.99. 
Jewelry: Double ring bracelet: Payless
Gold bracelet: F21





'The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.'



Take Care,
Jay Anne

Friday, January 20, 2012

FOTD: It's a girl!

Yes, we found out that we are having a baby girl...yeaaa....
I got this adorable little traditional embroidered Hungarian baby shirt/blouse form my family as a gift. Isn't it adorable:)



At the park...When I saw the photo, I had to laugh, because I think I look like a penguin...lol..the round belly + cardigan being long in the back:)

I am wearing:
Maternity Jeans: Old Navy (great buy, since the price is a fraction of the usual maternity jeans and it comes in small sizes as well. I think I paid around $45)
Shoes: F21
Tank: F21
Long Sleeve Top: Express
Cardigan: F21
Belt: Vintage
Scarf: H&M
Ring: F21




Take Care,
Jay Anne

Sunday, January 15, 2012

FOTD: Having Fun With Cranberries


I used MAC cranberry eyeshadow and my Urban Decay Naked Palette to create this look. I love this eyeshadow...it makes my eyes look more blue:)
On my lips I am wearing Dior Addict Lips Glow, my go to everyday lips balm/lipstick.
Face/Cheeks: MAC Face & Body in C2, and NARS Laguna/Orgasm duo.




Take Care, and Happy Sunday
Jay Anne

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Boobz....Where?! Goofin' Around....

Yesterday is history.  Tomorrow is a mystery. And today? Today is a gift. 
That's why we call it the present.


I have a confession to make....yeaaa, I am a nerd;)

Some days, especially when all the three of us sisters get together, we just can't behave like adults. It feels like the good old days, like the time we were children. You don't think of duties, no worries, no responsibilities...you just enjoy the moment! 

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. Buddha

When one door closes another door opens; but we so often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door, that we do not see the ones which open for us.  
~Alexander Graham Bell


Do you guys also have those days?

Take Care,
Jay Anne
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