Beauty: How to Apply Individual False Lashes

If you're a fan of false eyelashes like I am, Us Weekly has a video on how to apply the eye accessories with makeup artist Taylor Babaian. Learn how to get the red carpet eye look by yourself.



Don't have the plush lashes you want, don't worry, you can always buy them.

 Ardell Individual Eyelashes. Target. $14.76

News: Kim Kardashian files for Divorce

Well dolls...Kim Kardashian filed for divorce today. After 72 days of marriage to Kris Humphries, Kim is calling it quits. While this might come as a surprise to some, unfortunately this really didn't surprise me. I never really say what I think, I try to be neutral, but I just didn't think Kim was really in love in Kris. But I will say this, I have always wished for Kim to find happiness in love, and while I knew Kris wasn't it, I was hoping for her sake he was. The divorce papers say "irreconcilable differences", the generic reason most celebs seem to use in these cases. Kim also hired Laura Wasser, the divorce lawyers to the stars (e.g. Britney Spears, Maria Shriver, Ryan Reynolds, and more). I am just wishing both parties the best. Divorce is never easy or smooth no matter how pretty or how much money you have.

Want to see the divorce papers? Click here to see the papers. Thanks to TMZ for acquiring.

Baby Monitor: Jessica Simpson is a Mummy!

This Halloween seems to have brought tricks and treats for H'wood. Today, Jessica Simpson tweeted and posted a photo of herself holding her baby bump, "It's true! I'm going to be a mummy!" Now this doesn't come as a surprise since rumors have been circulating for quite some time now, but in true celeb form, they like to formally announce their surprises. However, I am glad she finally announced it and she looked adorbs doing it too. Her mummy costume is to die for. [No pun intended...well maybe.] Congrats to Jess!

Halloween 2011

Model Walk: Ornelia Edwards

ADmiring: Janet Jackson for Blackglama

Ok, I have been loving the Blackglama ads with Janet Jackson. I don't know what you all think about them, but she looks amazing! I have been saving a few of them to put in a frame and hang up (yeah, I do those kinds of things). I am not sure how you feel about the brand, because they are real fur, but I think Janet looks gorge and I love her haircut! If you haven't been seeing the ads, here are some photos of the 2011 Legends campaign.

What I Wore: H&M (@hm)

Back of the dress.

So I must admit, it has been a while since I shopped at H&M, and last week Friday, after a hair appointment, I just couldn't resist. It was on my way to the train station, and they had a DJ playing contagious music, so I was lulled into the store. On the ground floor, I was starting to get a little disappointed because I couldn't find my size in anything I wanted...but I didn't let that stop me, so I traveled to the second floor. After I was about to lose hope I came across this dress. Over the course of time, I have put on some weight (and losing some now), and I was hoping the size L could fit me. Ladies, I am sure some of us have been there when it comes to trying on dresses. I use the wish and prayer creed when I don't think I can fit into something, but I want it bad enough. After waiting what seemed an eternity for a fitting room, I slipped on the knit dress over my head and voila! It fit perfectly. I just think the playful silhouette is adorable, and for $49.95 I didn't squirm. I decided to wear it with my black opaque tights and suede cutout ribbon lace up booties (from Newport News). What do you think?

[By the way, sorry the pics aren't clearer...I didn't have a pro photog snap them at the time.]

Thursday Love: What's Sexy in a Man's Eyes?

Jewel of wisdom du jour: First impressions....can be last impressions. How do you want to be remembered?

I have to admit, this weeks topic comes from another love guru Steven B. Ward. I'm not sure if anyone saw his show "Tough Love" last week on VH1, but he was attempting to help women see what men find sexy. He had them pick out an outfit of their own and wear it for a photo shoot that would be judged by a few men as to what was actually sexy and what was not. Steve was trying to challenge the women to see if they knew what men were thinking....and overall (except for one or two) the answer was a resounding NO! So with that in mind, I decided to help the female readers of Thursday Love, to get inside a man's mind and find out what we really find sexy...and what we think isn't. Here we go:

1. CONFIDENCE
2. POSSESS THE ABILITY TO LAUGH AT YOURSELF
3. BEING EASY-GOING/LAID BACK
4. HAVE A SENSE OF HUMOR
5. EYE CONTACT
6. NO GAME PLAYING
7. ALWAYS KEEP IT REAL
8. HOW ARE YOU DRESSED?

1. Confidence is a must for pretty much every man I know. If he meets a woman who lacks confidence in herself, or is too shy or introverted...chances are he's not going to take the time to try to find what's special inside of her. No one's saying that you have to walk around being cocky and arrogant, but carry yourself like you definitely have something going for yourself...your confidence will show and men will take notice.

2 & 3. Being able to laugh at yourself and being easy-going or laid back, go hand and hand. No one wants to spend time with someone who's always stiff or rigid and doesn't know how to let their hair down once in a while. Being around someone who takes themselves WAY too seriously in unnerving, irritating, and depressing...and these are all qualities that men run away from. We want to be with someone we can have a good time with...joke around with...and not be looked at as if we're a child because we're not acting like a "grown-up" 24/7. Relax...don't be so uptight about time schedules and things of that nature...if it's something important...then we understand...but if we're just going to grab an informal last minute dinner...then what's the big deal if we get to the restaurant at 8:15 instead of 8:00?

4. Having a sense of humor is kind of a tricky one...because people tend to think that when a man says he wants a woman with a sense of humor, he's looking for someone who can make him laugh. That could be, but that's not necessarily the truth. A man who wants a woman with a sense of humor is looking for a woman who can find the humor in various situations, laugh at his stupid jokes, maybe make him laugh too, but overall can enjoy something if it's funny. We men like to laugh at various things, and if we can find a woman who understands why we're laughing at something and finds it funny just like we do....SCORE!!! We like to be able to watch stupid movies that have no shot at winning an Oscar....but we find them hilarious. If you can be that girl...who can watch the Adam Sandler, Jim Carrey, Seth Rogen movies....you're likely a winner in most men's books.

5. This is not meant to be a directive to stare a man down, as if to stare him into submission. When a mature man is having a conversation with you (notice I said mature...immature men will be looking about 15 inches south of your eyes), good eye contact is always a plus. It shows your interested in what he's saying, you're not intimidated by his presence, and that you're an interesting individual yourself. By looking off into the distance, you convey exactly that....that you're distant and not exactly engaged by the conversation. It shows boredom and is downright disrespectful to not pay attention when someone is talking. Besides, how can he throw a comment into the conversation on how beautiful your eyes are if you aren't making eye contact?

6 & 7. Playing games should have stopped in high school...but unfortunately, it hasn't stopped for everyone. Real men aren't looking to play games. Now that doesn't mean that all real men are looking for relationships. But at least they won't play games and will let you know exactly what they're looking for. All men ask is to be treated the way you'd like to be treated. If you want a man to be honest with you and let you know what his intentions are...then I'd suggest you do the same with him. At least in my opinion...you have to respect someone who's willing to put it out there as to what they're intentions are or aren't. It may be a little disheartening hearing from someone that they see you as more of a friend than a possible wife....but wouldn't you rather hear that early on and not have your emotions invested into someone who doesn't feel the same? That's how men feel too. I know they say that men tend to not have feelings...well that's 100% false. We have feelings too, we're just usually able to separate what actions we need to take from our emotions. Besides, in the dating world....aren't we all adults...why can't we just put it out there what we're looking for and hopefully the person we're interested in is looking for the same thing.

8. In this day and age, there's nothing wrong with showing a little skin...to maybe add a little sexiness to how you carry yourself. However, you want to be sure not to overdue it. Just because you have the body to wear something...doesn't mean you should! Letting too much hang out definitely sends the wrong message and a man while wanting a woman who's desired by others...doesn't want to have to fight or defend your honor every time you go out and another guy approaches you in a disrespectful manner. While it is each woman's decision how she dresses...we all know how society tends to view women who dress overly provocative. And while the way a woman dresses doesn't mean that she IS a certain way, how you dress can definitely have an impact on what caliber of man you attract. A thought to keep in mind when deciding what you are going to wear...ask yourself these questions..."would I wear this to dinner at my future husband's mothers house?" "If the opportunity presented itself, would I consider wearing this to meet the President?" Now of course those are extreme "ifs" but when it really comes down to it we do live in a society where people make snap judgments based on what they see at first glance, so do you really want to exude (for lack of a better term) a "whorish" vibe? It's great that you feel comfortable in anything you wear but make sure the clothing flatters your physique and who you are as a person. Why not try leaving a little to the imagination...no one is saying that you have to dress like a nun but excessive cleavage, a skirt that's so short your butt will hang out if you bend over, etc....that's not sexy in a man's eyes. That's what men look for when they're looking to take someone home for the night....NOT FOR LIFE!!! Keep it sexy...yet classy and he'll be putty in your hands.

The Glambergirl Alert: She Likes to Party!

Queen Bey sure is working hard with this baby!

Beyonce released another video from her album 4. Party is the new single that Beyonce is promoting and the video sure does look like she likes to party! The diva is sporting many sexy bathing suits, to-die-for pumps, lovely, flowing locks, flawless make-up, I mean I could go on and on. Beyonce looks GREAT in this video.

Not to mention this party looks SO fun, I mean you got Solange on the ones and twos. The video has a very retro feel to it, which I might add Beyonce has been doing a lot of that lately but hey if the concept isn't broke, don't fix it.

Check out the vid, what do you think? Does look like a party you would want an invite to?

*Photo from aceshowbiz.com

The Glambergirl Alert: Fall/Winter Movie Preview

As the new seasons come into play I know there are bound to be some great movies that hit the theaters that I would actually spend $13 + on.

Immortals is one of my picks for Fall/Winter movies. This film is set to hit theaters on November 11, 2011 and looks pretty great! The same people who brought you 300 is behind this film. The graphics looks amazing and ladies: hot, buff guys are in this one so it's not a just a violent man movie.

I know I may be impartial due to my utter devotion and borderline obsession with Twilight buttttt Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 is due to hit theaters November 18, 2011. Check out the trailer and just read about the book and you may just be convinced to see it in theaters. PLUS Edward and Bella finally get it on! How could you not what to know how that goes down. All I'm going to say is a headboard gets ripped to pieces.

Another film hitting theaters that looks good is New Year's Eve. This film hits theaters on December 9, 2011. If you seen the holiday equivalent film Valentine's Day and loved it, you will love this one. It also helps that EVERYbody is in this film: Lea Michele, Halle Berry, Zac Efron, Ashton Kutcher, Ludacris, Sarah Jessica Parker, Robert De Niro and the list could just go on and on!

Which films are you excited to see this Fall/Winter season?

P.S.

The Glambergirl Alert will be moving to bi-monthly posts temporarily so please stay tuned and catch my posts every two weeks. XOXO

Reveal: The Real @DKNY PR Girl

We've all fallen in love with the twitter avatars. Her tweets make us laugh. Every Monday I look forward to her Gossip Girl tweets. She gives us PR girls insight, intellect, and behind the scenes tales of one of the hottest designers around. @DKNY PR Girl has shown us all what social media can do for a brand when done right. Ever wondered who she is? Well us insiders have known all along...but finally the anonymous voice (and the girl with the fancy sketches) has revealed herself in a YouTube vid. We see how she is fueled with iced coffees, committed to her blackberry (glad to see I am not the only one), and learn what it takes to put on 3 shows in a week's time.

Golightly Series: Eye Mask

In keeping up with the 50th anniversary of Breakfast at Tiffany's (one of the most iconic movies ever), I have been showing you how to bring a little Holly to your life. Well, you would not be complete if you weren't getting the proper shut eye in an Audrey-esque sleep mask. In case you didn't know where to look, here are two options I found that give you a golightly night's sleep.

Breakfast at Tiffany's satin silk sleep mask. $37.50. MaryGreen.com.

Holly GoNightly Sleep Mask. $15. FredFlare.com

BFW: Bridal Fashion Week - Vera Wang

Yours truly missed Bridal Fashion Week this season, and I was devastated. But I promise you next season I will be there, camera in hand, and aisle dreams in mind. But, you know it is never bridal without Vera Wang. Her name and collection is the first thing that pops in your head when you think of a wedding. What doll doesn't want a Vera gown for their wedding? Thanks to my bridal bible, BRIDES, I was able to see the Fall 2012 collection. Can I just say that I am now a fan of the nude and black combo for a wedding.

Model Walk: Austria Alcantara

On My Radar: Yelena New York

Riding Boot.

Every once and a while I browse Guest of a Guest to see a list of the hottest events I might want to attend [I am sure you all do it too]. I came across a trunk show by Yelena New York and requested an invite. Unfortunately, I couldn't attend, even though I was invited. But I stayed in touch with brand and just had to show you why the collection is on my radar. The mission of YNY is to bring one-of-a-kind styles from all over the world to the U.S. The collection started in the states this past summer with gorge Capri sandals embellished with Swarovski crystals (because are there really any other kinds of luxurious crystals?). For this fall and winter season, they spiced things up with fur trimmed booties, python peep-toe pumps, and splashing rain boots. So what I learned about the brand is, every season they pick a jewelry brand to enhance their footwear collection. Like this past summer was Swarovski, and for this fall it's Colombian jewelry. I can't wait to see what Yelena (Founder and CEO) will choose for next Spring!
Here's a little peek into the Yelena New York collection:

Thursday Love: First Date Etiquette

Last week we broached the subject of who should pay on a first date...now let's look at etiquette once you're on that first date.

Jewel of wisdom du jour: Putting your best foot forward is only the beginning. - J. Earl Smith


Don't get too comfortable too early.
When going on a first date, remember that the two of you don't know each other and you owe each other a certain level of space and courtesy that shouldn't be broached. What do I mean by that? Even if the date is going tremendously well, don't allow yourself to feel comfortable enough to start offering life advice to him or asking for life advice from him. Neither of you know one another well enough to even go down that path. If he brings up something about himself that you think he needs to correct...whipping out a quick judgement on what he should do is almost positively the death of a second date. Think about it from this perspective: how do you feel when your friend or family member criticizes you or tells you what "they think" is best for you or what you should do? Now multiply that times ten seeing as that advice would be coming from a complete stranger. Don't do it or you'll regret it!!!

Play your cards close to the chest.
Don't give out too much information about yourself too early. Now that's not to say that you should be stand-offish and not answer any questions, but if you feel a conversation is getting WAY too personal for a first date...don't feel obliged to answer. Gently try to change the subject. It's all too easy for both men and women to begin judging someone based off of the little things they say on a first date, so try to keep some mystery about who you are and what makes you that way. Also, keep in mind that everyone has some kind of baggage that they carry from one relationship to the next, now is not the time to bring that up or dwell on it. Besides, if you dwell on or bring up the emotional baggage you might have...you'll either seem disinterested in your date (because you're mentally comparing him to your ex) or it'll show him that you're too hung up on the past and not really ready to move on. If you can keep the past in the past for now and not reveal too much about yourself  he'll want to find out more about you...which will more than likely only happen on a second date.

Don't over drink!!!

Alcohol can be a help and a hinder on a first date. Having a glass of wine to kind of settle the nerves isn't wrong, it can actually be a good idea. But you want to be careful about how much you drink on a first date. If you keep throwing back glass after glass of wine, your date will get the wrong idea about you, he could even think that maybe you have a drinking problem. I don't know many men who want to be with a woman who has an alcohol problem. Over drinking does NOT make a good impression on your date and can seriously turn them off if you can't handle your liquor. I equate getting drunk on a date to Icarus. Alcohol is the sun and your date represents the wax wings. If you drink too much, you're flying extremely too close to the sun and it's only a matter of time before he splits aka the wax wings melt. If you're out looking to just have fun and hook up with someone...there are plenty of guys (even nice ones) who won't mind getting you liquored up, but if you're looking to meet a nice guy that could potentially turn into a relationship...stick to my simple rule...first dates have a two (2) drink maximum! If you're a lightweight and can't really handle or don't have too much experience with alcohol...that comes down to a one (1) drink maximum! Trust me, drinking too much alcohol will make you look like an immature fool...you don't want that, you'll thank me in the long run.

Be conversational...Don't dominate the conversation.
This one should speak for itself, but it doesn't always sink in. First dates are supposed to conversational, fun, light and not ONE-SIDED. The definition of the word conversation is "oral communication between persons". Which means that the other person has to be able to get a word in. If you find yourself rambling on and on about something that is pretty inconsequential, I'd say it's safe to stop where you are and try listening to him for a little bit. Women generally tend to be the more talkative of the sexes, but that doesn't mean that a man doesn't want to talk at all on a date. It's supposed to be an interchange of thoughts and ideas which shows each person a little more insight into who they're on a date with. If you look across the table at your date and he has this glazed over look in his eyes...I can assure you that you've talked too much, he's tuned you out, and you talked yourself right out of a second date. Also...if you're able to be conversational but not dominate the conversation, there are a few subjects I'd recommend staying away from on a first date...past relationships, religion, politics, marriage, children, money, or bad habits. These topics can send a man running for the hills, so ask him some pointed questions about his upbringing or places he's traveled, music, TV, movies, career plans/goals, etc. All of these are good topics which won't offend anyone and he'll be more inclined to talk about and can give you more insight into who he is.

The Glambergirl Alert: Shia's Street Brawl

In this addition of "When Bar Brawls Go Bad", Transformers actor Shia Labeouf was videotaped being punched repeatedly in the face by a clearly disturbed man outside of a bar in Vancouver.

Shia is in town shooting a movie, and was simply enjoying a night out at his regular spot Cinema Public House ,when he and the shirtless guy got into it inside the club. Both parties were kicked out and who knows how long after that happened the fight broke out. Well, I mean can you really call it a fight when one party *coughs, Shia* is on the ground the entire time.

Check out the beat down for yourself, via TMZ and tell me what you think started the incident.

*Photo from Freeextras.com*

News: Giuliana Rancic has early-stage Breast Cancer

Giuliana Rancic announced on the Today Show (NBC) on Monday that she is in the early stages of breast cancer, news she received after a recent mammogram. Her doctor recommended she get a mammogram after a couple of IVF failures. I am saddened by the news, but glad it was caught early! Giuliana is really the only reason I watch E! and she always gives good hair on The Fashion Police. Not to mention, her and Bill are just adorable. I have been an invisible cheerleader for them to have kids and was hoping their treatments would work. She is stopping her IVF treatments because getting pregnant could hyper-stimulate breast cancer cells. I am just wishing her well and continuing to be her invisible cheerleader! It's so important dolls to take care of your health and be sure to get mammograms or a breast ultrasound. Early detection is key! Be sure to support Breast Cancer Awareness month.

Buy Pink: Blu Bijoux Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Ring

Blu Bijoux Pink Breast Cancer Awareness ring. $26.
Max & Chloe.

To show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month you can rock this super pretty Blu Bijoux Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Ring at Max & Chloe. 75% of the purchase price will be donated to the Susan G. Komen breast cancer charity the entire month of October. Max & Chloe also have some other fab items for you to wear your support for the cause too...so check it out!

Premiere Video: Beyonce "Love on Top"

I feel like this is the Sasha Fierce/I AM album all over again. Beyonce released videos left and right for her singles...I couldn't keep up. Well, she just released the Countdown video, and lo and behold she has just released the video for Love on Top. This song she performed at the VMAs if you remember, officially announcing her pregnancy at the end with a bump reveal and rub. For this video, it doesn't seem she was preggers when taping it...or maybe she was in the real beginning stages...either way it's a classic Bey video (leotard included). I just love the song! It's nice seeing her in sneakers too.



What do you think of the video?

Model Walk: Ajuma Nasenyana

You're Invited: The Global Fashion Fight

Buy Pink: Evolution of Smooth Lip Balm

Evolution of Smooth lip balm. Strawberry Sorbet. $3.29

I swear by Evolution of Smooth lip balm! I use the summer fruit flavor. Their products are gluten-free, paraben-free, have shea butter and vitamin E, and just make your lips feel smooth. Not to mention, they come in this cute egg-like shape and last a long time. The packaging is definitely a conversation-starter.

Well, this month is Breast Cancer Awareness! And I am sorry for just now jumping on the bandwagon to let you know about brands showing their support. But EOS is donating 5% of their sales for the Strawberry Sorbet to Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in support of breast cancer treatment and prevention research.

Want to buy? Click here.