Tried it…
Posted by: ms. america on: November 9, 2009
didnt love it.
I’m talking about the new CoverGirl LashBlast Length mascara.
As a former devotee of regular LashBlast, I though I’d give this new formula a try. I love to testing out new beauty products to see what’s out there and to hopefully stumble upon something new and amazing.
image: teenvogue
CoverGirl claims, “..with nylon [it] gives you flake-free lashes up to 80% longer looking.”
Sorry, but 80% longer than what? I only put it on one eye before i closed it back up, grabbed my receipt and went back to the store to get my old faithful standby, Revlon 3D Extreme.
My verdict: while it did make my lashes appear to be a bit longer than the eye without mascara, it made my lashes appear thin and spindly. Not really the look I was hoping for. It’s strictly for length so if you want any sort of volume at all, I’d go for regular LashBlast.. or something else!
what is it….
Posted by: ms. america on: October 28, 2009
that makes you feel so damn good when you’ve got then attention of the opposite sex?
ladies?
men?
anyone?
i still dont have the answer.
nailed
Posted by: ms. america on: October 26, 2009
I am absolutely nail-polish crazy. It’s an illness!
Here are 4 of my 5 most recent polish purchases, 3 of which are from the current Espana collection (Pamplona, Barcelona, Arragon). Not pictured is the fabulous Russian Navy which i will probably end up posting once I wear again.
My favorite is Barefoot in Barcelona, which is truly flattering on every skin tone I’ve seen it on. It’s an interesting neutral that I think will work for every season.
get it while it lasts…
Posted by: ms. america on: October 20, 2009
Check out Kanye’s 11-minute short film We Were Once a Fairytale, directed by Spike Jonze.
I like it, personally. I watched it without sound though, which may or may not have lent a bit more significance to the intended message. I love the cinematography. I love sparklers, too. I’m a sucker for sparklers with bottle service. So corny, I know… but i never claimed to be sophisticated 
im sure the link will be broken by the time most of you get to this, so if it is just head to YouTube and search it.
I could be a pirate for Halloween…
Posted by: ms. america on: October 20, 2009
for all the music I downloaded last night.
Just kidding. I download all of my music completely legally!!!
Anyhow, I came upon some fantastic gems that just made my day.
In fact, I drove about 25 miles out of my way to get home tonight just to listen to some of the music ridiculously loud in my car. One of my favorite little indulgences is driving the city with my music cranked, just swallowing me up. I also love to sing my little lungs out without the chance of anyone catching me. It’s like personal therapy. And it’s free. Can’t beat that.
I’m sorry to admit it, but Trey Songz just knocks my socks off with his fly/nasty/sexy/sensual/soulful-ness. I used to think he was sorta dorky/trying too hard. I even laughed when he was relaying messages to me through his bodyguard on a flight one time (true story).
I guess he grew up and grew on me! Definitely loving his newest album Ready, which i got my hands on last night. Yum. All I have to say.
check out this screen shot from the video for his current single. i think i’m going to drop my current plans and become an “actress.” i need a job like that girl. ooh la laaaaa!!!
now that I’ve sufficient had my train of thought derailed…
the other highlight of my musical discoveries (yes I know I’m late on this one, too).
Anthony Hamilton- The Point of it All
This album is absolutely fantastic. I’ve loved every single one of his previous ventures, but this one might be my favorite. From the upbeat single “Cool” with David Banner to the painful piano-backed ballad “Hard to Breathe,” I was transfixed. He has such a great command of channeling raw emotion into each song. That’s why he’s one of my favorites, but also why I cannot understand why he doesnt get more attention as an artist. I know his promotion is definitely lacking, but damn… word of mouth! Here I am to say, BUY THIS ALBUM!
The boots were made for…. sitting down.
Posted by: ms. america on: October 18, 2009
these Nina Ricci boots Ive been seeing all over the place are definitely interesting to behold, but I cant said I’d take them if you handed them to me. Too costume-y.
Just in time for Halloween if you want to be a space-age hooker with scoliosis! Score!
who has a new iPhone for me?
Posted by: ms. america on: October 18, 2009
just kidding… kinda. I’m so frustrated with my Blackberry I could just stomp it into pieces! I know that’s absolute craziness coming out of my mouth, but the final straw was tonight when it shut down 5 times when I tried to update the software. The first few straws were a) when condensation dried inside the screen making it permanently foggy at the bottom b) when the “A” key stopped working aaaand…c) when the ALT key stopped working. Not easy to text when youre cutting and pasting the “A” into every single word.
oh. Did I mention the trackball also stopped working when I was out of town this week? Ugh.
Time for something new, methinks!
My bday is next month, perhaps a new contraption lies in my future.
but anyhow, on to the great stuff. I went back to Hawaii for a few days this week to escape the monotony of life in the Midwest. It was well needed. I also made a surprise stop in LA for one night and got to see my favorite travel buddy!
here are a few select photos of my jaunt to paradise. enjoy!
G-L-A-M…O-R…O-US. Glamorousssss.
Posted by: ms. america on: October 13, 2009
Lately I’ve been absolutely captivated by the notion of femininity, beauty, glamour and all things womanly.
I think it’s a very important thing as a woman, to completely embrace the notion of being feminine and beautiful for nothing other than your own personal enjoyment.
Now i know “beautiful” means something different to everyone, there’s no narrow definition of it, so please take no offense at my personal interpretation. Sometimes beautiful to me is in my workout gear, sometimes it’s in a hot pink dress and sky high heels. More than anything though, it’s my attitude about myself and about what makes me come alive as a person rather than the actual trappings.
but this isnt any episode of Dr. Phil,So as I sit here and ponder what fabulous new hue of nailpolish will grace my nails next, I leave you with some of my personal inspiration to enjoy, complete with a corny SheWolf playlist. After all, there’s a whole gang of songs out there dedicated to the greatness of not having a Y chromosome Enjoy.
David Guetta ft Akon- Sexy Bitch
Danity Kane- Bad Girl
West Side Story Soundtrack- I Feel Pretty
Shakira- SheWolf
Usher-Bad Girl
Jimi Henrix- Foxy Lady
Fergie- Glamorous (like you didnt see that coming!)
Akon- Beautiful
well hello there!
Posted by: ms. america on: August 7, 2009
Back from outer space!
After the death of my beloved laptop in May, the untimely exit of my desktop unfortunately sent me deep into the abyss of zero connectivity. I was completely disconnected save for blackberry web which, for all intents and purposes (specifically blogging), is about the size of your back pocket in terms of maneuverability.
anyhowwww… I’m back! Still no laptop, but the desktop has been resurrected! Amen!
What have you all been up in the last month? Hopefully enjoying the summer and living it up in all kinds of spicy and fabulous ways. That’s certainly what I’ve been doing
For 5 days last week I visited Athens and the Greek Islands and I must say it was the most magnificent trip I have ever taken! This photo below is of the island of Hydra. Absolutely gorgeous… it was heaven! I’ll post some more once I sort through them.
Anyhow, it’s good to be back in the blogosphere… Stay tuned.
home again, home again.
Posted by: ms. america on: June 22, 2009
had a fabulous time in Milan… :-)
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