tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post8801627985554653778..comments2023-09-21T04:56:01.437-04:00Comments on Best Things in Beauty: The Friday Forum - June 13Charlestongirlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-51840173451261309262012-07-15T11:15:18.474-04:002012-07-15T11:15:18.474-04:00Hi Ava,
I also love the HB decade looks and would...Hi Ava,<br /><br />I also love the HB decade looks and would love to see them go well beyond the 60's. Nowadays we have such incredible role models. Every time I see Jane Fonda on a red carpet I'm in awe :-)Eileennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-61973287734953673482012-07-15T00:41:59.266-04:002012-07-15T00:41:59.266-04:00I love the Illamasqua Generation Q advertising cam...I love the Illamasqua Generation Q advertising campaign! I hope we see more. I love Harpers Bazaar's Beauty Diaries for each decade of life. They stop at the 60s; Bazaar should consider adding another decade. <br /><br />I've been generally unmoved by the spring and summer makeup collections, but I was so excited to see a Sephora open in El Paso, my former hometown and where my motherAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100129333721277712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-36588721666528871522012-07-14T12:20:31.893-04:002012-07-14T12:20:31.893-04:00Here is an interesting blog about Kate Middleton: ...Here is an interesting blog about Kate Middleton: http://www.enclave24.com/#axzz20c92ZmBg, if you are interested in her. The part about hair extensions and her lightweight public involvement were especially eye-opening.Teasmadehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09172301347146492325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-47621541864850438852012-07-13T20:05:49.477-04:002012-07-13T20:05:49.477-04:00I agree with you Charlestongirl. Tired of hearing ...I agree with you Charlestongirl. Tired of hearing about Tom & Kate. Next week it will be a new Hollywood scandal and they will be old news. <br />I love fall/winter makeup the best. I have been looking forward to the Nordies sale, Dior and Chanel have some nice eyeshadows I may get. <br /><br />Wendy,<br />I hope things calm down at Happy Valley. Love it up there!Mary Annnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-62972829070462256522012-07-13T18:49:14.116-04:002012-07-13T18:49:14.116-04:00I did my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale shopping and p...I did my Nordstrom Anniversary Sale shopping and picked up the Burberry lip gloss set, Dior nail polish in Shadow and the YSL Collectors Edition Touche Eclat. I also got a DVF bag and a Vince sweater. Not sure I'll like them or the sweater will fit so they may get returned, but they were good deals. Everything has already shipped so I should get them next week! CG, if you go to the Jonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-5614392646680630142012-07-13T18:27:09.684-04:002012-07-13T18:27:09.684-04:00Hello Again Everyone,
I danced classical ballet fo...Hello Again Everyone,<br />I danced classical ballet for years and my large toe and the joint would ache and swell from balancing as well as turning. Our feet were not meant to do that nor were they meant to be squeezed into a the toe box of a pointe shoe, AKA high heels! Try the toe seperators available at Dance Distributors.com. Those offer amazing relief as they keep the joint open. Also, the Vanessanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-51030772667728772962012-07-13T17:23:22.865-04:002012-07-13T17:23:22.865-04:00Dear C-girl, I never go outside without flip flops...Dear C-girl, I never go outside without flip flops, at least! yes, barefoot in the house in the summer, though. Okay, I'm going to get a heavy-duty exfoliator for feet. Thanks for your wonderful advice, as usual!lovethescentshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12382961211263766637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-17982566224952783062012-07-13T16:40:07.716-04:002012-07-13T16:40:07.716-04:00Eileen, I haven't seen the Illamasqua Generat...Eileen, I haven't seen the Illamasqua Generation Q advertising campaign yet. Approaching my 43rd birthday, I'm having some mid-life awareness lately. I wouldn't call it a crisis. Just contemplating how I will accept aging (hopefully gracefully) and how much more work it is to nurture inner beauty. Most of my clients are elderly and I find them beautiful, both inner and outer.<br /><Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07971242568705233248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-2969948749762609242012-07-13T16:29:07.015-04:002012-07-13T16:29:07.015-04:00I have been feeling a little drained/blue the past...I have been feeling a little drained/blue the past week and my skin has REALLY started to suffer (super oily skin, scaly patches, breakouts, irritation/redness, etc.) so I have a massive skincare haul that I need to get through somehow without overloading my skin...products to try from Dermalogica, La Roche-Posay, Vichy, Bobbi Brown, Boots, etc. Feeling a little overwhelmed and unhappy about my Becca @ The Beauty Samplehttp://mybeautysample.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-29812526903809197212012-07-13T16:01:18.145-04:002012-07-13T16:01:18.145-04:00Thank you, Anne. I may have to violate all my rule...Thank you, Anne. I may have to violate all my rules and get one of their "freakin" cards. This is killing me.<br /><br />Please tell us about Trish's skin care when you get a chance.Charlestongirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-40393974055124976392012-07-13T16:00:17.548-04:002012-07-13T16:00:17.548-04:00Thank you, Vanessa!
I don't really understand...Thank you, Vanessa!<br /><br />I don't really understand why the Made in China label drew such attention this time, since last time it was the same. Ralph and China. Maybe because it's an election year? That said, I do think the Committee sent a horrible message to American industry.Charlestongirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-65891402415494158402012-07-13T15:59:02.226-04:002012-07-13T15:59:02.226-04:00Hi Lovethescents,
Do you go barefoot? That will k...Hi Lovethescents,<br /><br />Do you go barefoot? That will kill your heels. I had to stop (except in the house). My heels were so callused, they looked awful. Natch, you'll want to use exfoliating scrubs made for feet. They are heavy duty. Or lactic acid every night at bedtime, without fail.Charlestongirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-7737080751782942862012-07-13T15:57:41.082-04:002012-07-13T15:57:41.082-04:00Hi fgirl,
It's a wonder you didn't also t...Hi fgirl,<br /><br />It's a wonder you didn't also turn your heel and sprain your ankle! I would have hopped in a cab too. <br /><br />Cobblestones? They are the worst, even in flats.Charlestongirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-55960140454422109282012-07-13T15:56:44.886-04:002012-07-13T15:56:44.886-04:00Hey there, Kate!
Four-inch heels? Wow... I had t...Hey there, Kate!<br /><br />Four-inch heels? Wow... I had to stop wearing heels of any height when I got neuromas. I'm just glad they make so many nice flats these days. It used to be Ferragamo or nothing.<br /><br />You got some nice makeup!Charlestongirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-75355227928246538922012-07-13T15:54:47.737-04:002012-07-13T15:54:47.737-04:00Hi Eileen,
109? Argh...but I'll bet it's...Hi Eileen, <br /><br />109? Argh...but I'll bet it's dry there.<br /><br />I think Carmen Dell'Orefice is absolutely gorgeous. I wonder if she will EVER age.<br /><br />I wish I could see the Nordies collection. They won't even let me in behind the curtains w/o a card. I guess I could stomp my feet and claim press privileges, but it's not worth the effort.Charlestongirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-36210039741248396612012-07-13T15:53:56.506-04:002012-07-13T15:53:56.506-04:00I was going to suggest to lovethescents to use up ...I was going to suggest to lovethescents to use up any samples of face peels you might have on hand (or on feet hehe). I have also used salicylic acid wipes (such as Stridex pads)then Vaseline (can't stand socks either). Yogurt works good too, if you have some outdated in your fridge, put it on for a few minutes before you shower.AnneDnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-31480041027052159452012-07-13T15:42:51.288-04:002012-07-13T15:42:51.288-04:00Hi everyone! I purchased the Trish McAvoy skin ca...Hi everyone! I purchased the Trish McAvoy skin care kit from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I had it shipped to me and did not want to go in to the sale. Couldn't take it! I have a nice young SA who calls me and lets me know what is going on. She included a sample of the new Precious Pink Jasmin. I'll let you know what I think...<br /><br />CG, I love your fragrance reviews. You AnneDnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-77697672410702558332012-07-13T15:23:02.983-04:002012-07-13T15:23:02.983-04:00Charleston Girl,
Please send some of that Southern...Charleston Girl,<br />Please send some of that Southern Humidity to Nevada! We are having heat wave and the humidity was below 10%. One simply cannot drink enogh and my skin is so parched.I have lived here 12 years and my skin and hair has aged tremendously. <br />I am always amazed at these polls of the American Public. I am also dismayed that the our American Athletes are wearing clothing not Vanessanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-83409578645625826872012-07-13T15:16:06.918-04:002012-07-13T15:16:06.918-04:00It's been so busy around here I've barely ...It's been so busy around here I've barely had time to catch my breath....BUT, I have had time to try to keep my feet in top shape. I find this the most challenging time of year to do that. I'm in sandals or flip flops all the time, in sand or dirt or water with the children. I keep a pumice in the shower and use it every day. The skin still isn't great. I know what I need: lovethescentshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12382961211263766637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-28973034891891132352012-07-13T13:10:10.638-04:002012-07-13T13:10:10.638-04:00It is important to avoid cracks when wearing heels...It is important to avoid cracks when wearing heels. I was leaving the courthouse where I'd been trying a case all day and was walking to the bus stop when my heel cuaght in the crack in the sidewalk and broke. I took a cab home. I have also gotten heels stuck in grates and cobbles as well. <br />I don't have any new make up this week, but I wish I had early access to the Nordstrom sale.fgirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04055644243092045611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-31576711369527866642012-07-13T12:18:15.041-04:002012-07-13T12:18:15.041-04:00Hi Charlestongirl and everyone!
Perspective is ev...Hi Charlestongirl and everyone!<br /><br />Perspective is everything - I have never been so happy to see 92 degrees in my whole life. Anything that didn't start with "10" as far as temps were concerned were a welcome sight to me. Unfortunately, I have lost that perspective and now am grumpy once again at the hot weather.<br /><br />I shopped the Nordstrom Anniversaty Sale online Katenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-49905058802956597872012-07-13T11:31:13.682-04:002012-07-13T11:31:13.682-04:00Hi Wendy!
You weren't the only one who explai...Hi Wendy!<br /><br />You weren't the only one who explained why fragrance posts don't help as much as makeup ones. No worries! I am happy most everyone said they read them. :)<br /><br />Your visit to state College sounds fun! I love Arts Festivals. We have one here in McLean every fall, and there's a children's walk that's fabulous. The kids are so talented.<br /><br />I haveCharlestongirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08269794937743797142noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-31495327733046226732012-07-13T11:27:37.501-04:002012-07-13T11:27:37.501-04:00Good morning everyone! Of course it got cooler wh...Good morning everyone! Of course it got cooler where you are, Charlestongirl. You sent the heat to us here in So Cal! LOL I went to lunch with friends the other day and it was 109!<br /><br />I was fascinated by the Sony/Neilsen report and was flabbergasted by the events that were ahead of the Kennedy assasination. For so long it was the classic, "Where we're you when . . . ?" Eileennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1905173831662671321.post-10358385519632134642012-07-13T11:19:18.452-04:002012-07-13T11:19:18.452-04:00Good afternoon!
It's been a fast paced week....Good afternoon! <br /><br />It's been a fast paced week. Drove up to my friend's house outside of State College. Went bicycling in the morning. The countryside is so beautiful! Then took my niece's 3 year old daughter and my girls, the three youngest, to the Arts Festival on children's day. My sons, the three oldest, used to sell their art at a booth there when they were young. Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07971242568705233248noreply@blogger.com