Finally a grown up version of hair pins and barrettes! These pieces currently at www.franceluxe.com are incredibly stylish and chic.  They come in regular and mini sizes and are available in a variety of finishes.

I recently came upon a fashion article which featured methods that makeup artists use on models to appear more awake on the runways. One of the methods given was to swipe some gold eyeshadow on your eyelids which would instantly brighten your eyes. While I am no jet setting model  I am a sleep deprived mother who often feels and looks jet lagged, so I tried some gold eyeshadow on my eyes and they were instantly bigger and brighter!

Here are some  shadows to try: ( If gold is too severe you can try a more softer yellow. I use the Bare Minerals in Butterfly and then I blend some bronze shadow. For a more convenient option try the Nars Duo Cream eyeshadow ).

1. Nars Duo Cream Eyeshadow in Thebes www.amazon.com {$32.00}

2. Mac Eye Shadow in Goldmine www.macys.com {$14.50}

3. BareMinerals Eye Shadow www.sephora.com {$13.00}

Love this beautiful apron from BOOJIBOO. You can go to www.etsy.com to view more styles and colors.

We all know that when you have kids you can’t take yourself too seriously. These adorable onesies really had me laughing! They come in a variety of colors and expressions and make a great gift for your fashionista friends. Best of all you don’t have to worry about your baby spitting up on an expensive designer item.

For more styles please go to www.cleverrabbitclothing.com {$24.99/piece}

Styles shown:

Calvin Whine, Hermess, Dolce and Grandma and Gucci Coo.

With 4th of July soon approaching many  fashion magazines are incorporating the patriotic theme of red, white and blue into their style spreads. Here is my own fun  version. ( I included a light  sweater  which should come in handy during this cool and rainy June)

1. Marc Ballet Flats in Cherry Calf by Marc Jacobs www.zappos.com {$174}

2. Sailor Triple Envelope Shoulder Bag by Fontanelli  www.forzieri.com {$195}

3. Plaid Summer Shirt by Ron Herman  www.ronherman.com {$205}

4. Rouge Unlimited Lipstick in Red by Shu Emura www.nordstrom.com {$23}

5.  Sky Fleece Jacket  by Brooklyn Industries www.brooklynindustries.com {$78}

6. Twist and Shout Cardigan in Navy by Modcloth www.modcloth.com {$64.99}