Monthly Archives: April 2012

Sleep tight, Let the fashion bugs bite!

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Hey!

Here at 2chicgurls, we live, eat, breathe, and…sleep fashion? That’s right, even our PJs are in style! Unfortunately, this isn’t the case for everyone. Some people, like a commenter, can “can never chose what to wear at a sleep over”. But don’t worry, we have that trouble too! So here are your nightly newbies (from head to toe:)

Head: Who likes when your hair is keeping you awake? Not us, we like using terrycloth headbands, especially ones by Betty Dain. As a bonus, you can use these for spa days!

Eyes: When you can’t keep your eyes open  in the middle of the day, whether you’re studying or just had a loooong day, the sun is hard to block. Don’t worry! With Dream Essentials Snooz Silky Soft Eye Mask in Black, you’ll soon be zzz-ing!

Neck: When you’re in the backseat after a day of traveling, falling asleep is usually the best thing to do. Don’t worry about neck cramps, the Memory Foam Car Neck Pillow saves you!

Torso: We’re not gonna lie – we do sometimes fall asleep in our clothes. (Hey, it’s only human!) But when we remember-we opt for cute tanks in pretty colors.

Arms/hands: When our hands are dry (not from typing all day or anything…..) we pack in the moisture with fuzzy gloves, but first, we stay soft with lotion.

Legs: Now that it’s spring, we have to say goodbye to our fuzzy pants ( :( ) but, we can still wear cute boxer shorts, especially ones with cute cartoon characters like Tweety-Bird!

Feet: When our feet our shivering, we stay warm in stylish slippers!

Yawn…we’re kinda tired now….goodnight!

<3,

2chicgurls

p.s: Check out our tumblr for the new polyvore post!

P.P.S: 2 more weeks until the CONTEST is over!

Mermaids monthly makeup.

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Mermaids Monday Makeup {Splurges}

Hey!

So alot of the time we buy that amazing makeup, but the problem is….it doesn’t work. And that is really annoying. I mean, who likes buying a $20 lip stain that, well, doesn’t stain? No one. So… here I am, saving you with splurges that give you results that WORK:

Baby Lips SPF 20 lip moisturizing balm: Maybelline says that it will give you “visibly renewed lips in 4 weeks.” At first, I doubted it, but now it’s a different story. Trust me, this will instantly make your lips softer, and depending on the color, brighter!

BADgal Lash Mascara: When I got the mascara, it was because it was on sale. Now, I count on it to make my lashes “thick, beautiful and bodacious”.

Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil: This liner is smooth, soft, and everything you could want in an eyeliner. My sister, a.k.a my makeup guru, swears by it.

NYC New York Color Smooch Proof 16HR Lip Stain: I have this lip stain in Champagne Stain, and it totally makes my lips very pink for verrryyy long. J’adore!

What are your make-up products that changed your life? The ones that sound “fake” but aren’t? Comment below, or email me at mermmaids2chic@gmail.com (for more things to email me, check out http://2chicgurls.com/2012/04/22/contest/

Heart,

Makeup 101

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Hey!

Here at 2chicgurls, we write about a little bit of everything fashion: but in 500 words or less: our favorite of everything. All available at Sephora, with the exception of the ANYTHING ELSE category:

BEST PERFUME-

Vanilla: AQUOLINA Pink Sugar | $45.00 (One of Mermaids favorite perfumes- it’s so sweet, I feel like I’m walking in a cloud of cotton candy and caramel. Sephora is so correct when they say: “Pink Sugar takes you on a journey through the pleasures and flavors of childhood with a playful blend of vanilla and caramel.”

Fruity:  CALVIN KLEIN forbidden euphoria |$62.00 (”this fruity floriental scent capitalizes on a modern, fresh sexiness with a mysterious twist” smells amazing. “Its sparkling top notes seduce the senses with a blend of forbidden fruit such as mandarin, passion fruit, and iced raspberry.” Are you in love yet?)

Sweet: TAYLOR SWIFT Wonderstruck | $49.50 (this sweet, flirty smell is perfect to wear for any event, whether for a date, dinner, or just school.

General: Miss Dior Eau de Parfum | $80.00 (Want perfection? Get this. The $80 are sooo worth the beautiful bottle and smell)

EYESHADOW-

Palette: SEPHORA COLLECTION Smoky Studio Customizable Eye Palette | $34.00 (This palette has every color, and has a $210 value!)

One Color: SEPHORA COLLECTION Colorful Mono Eyeshadow | $12.00 (This one color shadow comes in literately every shade! We love # 12-light golden beige with iridescent glitter)

General: SEPHORA COLLECTION Baked Moonshadow Trio | $17.00 (This color can easily make a million different combinations, from soft and sweet to smoky and black, depending on the color choice)

LIPS-

Crayon: CLINIQUE Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm | $16.00 (We love this smooth, creamy lip stick, especially in Chunky Cherry)

Balm: ROSEBUD PERFUME CO. Rosebud Salve| $6.00 (“This cult-favorite, multi-purpose lip balm soothes dry lips, calms and heals irritation, and soothes the sting of minor burns.”)

Tube: DIOR Addict Lip Polish | $30.00 (This sheer gloss is an obsession of mermaids, especially in beige)

General: TARTE Maracuja Divine Shine Lip Gloss |$21.00 (We haven’t tried it yet, but when we saw this lip-gloss on the Sephora “Whats new” page we fell in love)

EYELINER-

Daily/General: LORAC Eye Shadow/Liner | $18.00 (The description explains it pretty perfectly: “Whether you line, layer, or blend using this rich sparkle liner, it’s a fun way to add a touch of pizzazz to any look, day or night.”)

Fun: TARINA TARANTINO Eye Dream Hyperliner | $15.00 (this eyeliner comes in crazy yet amazing colors like Broken Doll and Kanzashi!)

BRUSH-

Eye shadow: LAURA MERCIER All Over Eye Colour Brush | $30.00

Blush: BARE ESCENTUALS Mineral Veil Mini Refillable Buffing Brush | $26.00 $15.00

Lip: LANCÔME LE LIPSTIQUE – LipColouring Stick with Brush | $24.50

General/set: BARE ESCENTUALS Radiant & Refreshed™ | $39.00 ($96 value)

ANYTHING ELSE-

Instructions: InStyle Ultimate Beauty Secrets: The Best Tips, Tricks, and Shortcuts to Create Your Perfect Look

Case: Large Acrylic Makeup Organizer (from the Container Store)

Enjoy!

❤ ,

2chicgurls

Unicorns Weekly Obsession

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Hey,

With the rainy past few days (or at least where I live…) I though I write a post in “honor” of the rain, a post about my weekly obsession,  rain boots and umbrellas. Enjoy!

When I’m looking for a pair of rain boots I normally turn to Hunters brand or http://www.wellyboots.com/. The shapes are simple, there are tons of colors and you know that there reliable because there so popular.

When I am wearing solid colored boots, I like wearing skirts, shorts, skinny jeans or leggings. I like them to be a part of the ensemble of the outfit, the thing that makes it click. ($125 Nordstroms)

 
 

Unlike solids, I like these boots to be the thing that makes this outfit POP, therefore I like to wear skinny jeans or leggings when I rock these shoes.
 
Everyone needs a little something to keep there hair from frizzy in the rain. What’s that little something? An Umbrella!
 
Expensive:
 

 Oh La La is right! Wear this umbrella with basically everything but try not to clash with the rain boots (solid boot colors work best). ($129 http://www.umbrellas.net)
 
Cheaper:
Simple and Sweet, wear with solids mostly but theres always room for some funky pieces! ($14.99 Target)
Let It rain
 
 
 
 

CONTEST

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Hey! We have 97 followers (on tumblr and wordpress combined) WOW! Thank you so much guys- you rock! We love you…

So since you are always liking and commenting on our posts, we wanted to give you something in return for your extreme awesomeness. What? A contest!

INFO: We’re having a contest! We’re letting YOU enter for a chance to write your own post on 2chicgurls, and a feature about how awesome you are! Here’s the details:

RULES:

  1. You must **email** (see below) us a post that is either: a “Mermaids Makeup” advice post, a “Unicorns Trends” style post, a “Style Icon” look-alike post, or a Polyvore collage with tips (with at least two collages!). Have another idea? Comment below or email us it! Enter once, and we’ll choose the best :)
  2. Enter once, and only once
  3. You must send us the entries byJune 4th. Posts after that will not be read. Sorry!
  4. Please be original-don’t give us an old post or anything by someone else! If you copy- you WILL be disqualified…

INFO:

  • The deadline is May 30th, 6 weeks from today. We will accept emails until then. The lucky winner will be announced around June 4th.
  • There will be one 1st place winner and three other winners. They will all get something special (see prizes)
  • If you have any questions about anything, you can comment or email us at:

2chicgurls@gmail.com – for your own ideas/questions/comments/Polyvore or general posts.

Mermaids2chic@gmail.com- for makeup posts

Unicorns2chic@gmail.com- for clothing posts.

  • Make the subject: Your first name’s Contest entry, category (ex.: fashion, style icon, idea, etc…)

PRIZES:

  • Winner will get 2 guest posts, INCLUDING the one they’ve already written, and a post about how awesome they are.
  • 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place winners will get their posts published.

ALSO:

  • If you are doing a Polyvore post, please include an intro and 2 collages with description.
  • We will notify you if you’ve won, and only then will we go into details about your feature!
  • Feel free to become a follower if you are not already! ;)

♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥Good luck, and may the best blogger win! ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

2chicgurls

 

 

Dress-Up Days

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Hey!

We’re all too old for dress-up right? …Wrong! We still loving dressing up, even if its just for a night with friends. So here are some of our favorite “costumes”:

Grecian Goddess:

This look is all ivory and elegant. Channel your inner Goddess with these beautiful pieces!

Grecian Goddess: Club L dress, €39, Sandals, £190, Marc by Marc Jacobs clutch, £220, Eddera earrings, $120, Indoor/Outdoor Oskar Persimmon Greek Key, Fabric – traditional – fabric…, $8.98, Chanel makeup, Marc Jacobs fragrance
Natural Decorations, Inc., $498, GraciousHome.com – FOR THE HOME – Category, Pink and cream hand tied bouquet, £55, White Lily Bouquet | FREE Delivery | Arena Flowers, £36
Pretty princess:
-Everyone loves acting royal, so time to grab your crown and rule the world!
Pretty princess: Dress, £145, Jimmy Choo pumps, $695, Jon Richard jewelry, £36, Chan Luu bracelet, $180, Marc by Marc Jacobs ring, $98, Ariella Collection ring, $68, Yves Saint Laurent mascara, $30, Eyeshadow, $20, Lipstick, $15, Marc Jacobs fragrance, $75, Balenciaga fragrance, $70, Christian Dior fragrance, £44, Philosophy body cleanser, £14
1STDIBS.COM – Gray Morell – Crystal Flower Form Candle Holder…

Blushing Bride:

Even if theres no wedding- we j’adore dressing in girly feminine pieces!

Blushing Bride: Marchesa gown, $5,500, J Crew gown, $3,000, Alberto Makali gown, $594, Dolce&Gabbana pumps, $695, Napoleon Perdis lip makeup, $23, VINTAGE TRUNK | casegoods & tables | FLEA | Jayson Home & Garden, $995, 1STDIBS.COM – Novecento – Austian Antique Violin Cello, Kids Plush at Barneys New York, $28
Delphinium Silk Flower Arrangement – Nearly Natural – 1224-WH – House…, $148
FTD Red Romance Rose Bouquet by KCFlorist Flowers, $110

Fluttering Fairy:

We know we can’t fly, but these clothes make it feel almost possible!

                                                                                                              Fluttering Fairy: Oasis dress, $90, AX Paris shoes, £33, Diane von Furstenberg clutch, $325, Ring, $58, Jon Richard ring, £8, Woodland fairy wings 10.57, £66, Fairy Tales Crown Printable Digital Download Iron on Transfer DIY I…, $1

 

Wonderful Witch:

Express your evil side with these dark pieces!

Wonderful Witch: Acne top, $230, Sia Dimitriadi skirt, $767, Funtasma shoes, $35, Brooch, £78, Bracelet, $40, Helene Jewelry bracelet, $38, D.L.&Co. Momento Mori Set Mini Skull Candle Set, €89, Votivo Redcurrant Scented Candle, £40

Cat:

Put these pieces on with feline-inspired makeup, and watch the heads turn!

cat: The Row legging, $1,700, Will leather goods messenger bag, $250, Earrings, $15, Rimmel London eyeliner, $5.37, Buy Bristol Blue Glass Cat Sculpture online at JohnLewis.com, £27, Elliott 7-Drawer Dresser White, $550, IKEA Hjälmaren, $13

What were YOUR favorite childhood costumes? Email us at 2chicgurls@gmail.com, mermaids2chic@gmail.com or unicorns2chic@gmail.com or comment below!

<3,

2chicgurls

Mermaids Mondays…face care?

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Hey!

Ok, makeup is amazing. If any human girl doesn’t agree, then I personally think you are crazy. But anyway, there is a downside to makeup. The after results. Now, I’m not talking about the amazing Chap Stick that completely plumps and softens those lips. Or the lotion that makes your skin sooo soft! I’m talking about the “Oh, whatever, I don’t need to take this makeup off” problem. You know-the one where you don’t remember/care enough to take off that makeup, and you wake up with skin that is anything but attractive. When that happens- you need fixes, fast. So, here are some geniuses ones that {actually} work:

Problem: Zits all over/the feeling that you always have right before you get them

Solution: Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control… this exfoliates your skin, leaving it soft, smooth, and acne-free!

Problem: Blemishes

Solution: Even Better Skin Tone Correcting Moisturizer SPF 20…This is an amazing, face lotion that completely corrects your skin tone, and everything on your skin! As a bonus, it has built in SPF, so you can also have your skin protected from the sun!

Problem: Redness

Solution: Intral Redness Relief Soothing Serum…this Serum is “A nourishing serum to instantly calm irritated skin and reduce redness.” It leaves your “complexion  feeling soft and hydrated.”

Problem: Dryness

Solution: Estée Lauder Vérité Moisture Relief Crème…this crème helps makes your face feel smooth. It is “Entirely free of common irritants, including emulsifiers, alcohol and fragrance.”  Score.

Don’t want any of this stuff on your face? Get a GOOD makeup remover. (I like nu-pore Make-Up Remover Wipes: http://www.dollardays.com/i822957-wholesale-nu-pore-make-up-removing-tissues-ponds-.html)

Heart,

Must Share!

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Hey,

In Key West, I got my haircut and learned an awesome hair trick. A way to fix your pool damaged hair,  so forget the $8.00 bottles of chlorine shampoo, theres and cheaper way…CLUB SODA (about $2 at most supermarkets)

  1. Before you get into the pool (lake, ocean etc.) wet your hair with fresh water. Your hair can only absorb so much so less chlorine will get in it
  2. When your done swimming for the day, wet your hair with fresh water
  3. Then, turn the water off (this really matters) and pour Club Soda on it.
  4. Let it sit for about 3 minutes.
  5. Then wash your hair regularly with shampoo and conditioner
For me, this prevented “crunchy hair”. I hope it does for you!

Unicorn

Commenters Weekly Obsession

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Hey all,

Recently Elyse said “…My favorite jeans for the summer are skinny leg ankle length or capris in hot colors like turquoise, yellow, pink or sapphire, pair it with a ballet flat or a short boot add your favorite tank and you are ready to rock and roll…remember GURLS never overdo it—less is more. OOPs don’t forget about the crossbody messenger bag and your fav lip gloss…until next time…EBABE” on a old post, “Your Turn”. To display this obsession i made a design (polyvore.com) with the items that Elyse liked put together in an outfit. I added some little extras  but check out the items below for prices and buying ideas.

Commenters Weekly Obbession
Featured in picture:

T by Alexander Wang oversized top
$98 – mytheresa.com

J Brand zipper jeans
$325 – mytheresa.com

TOMS slip on shoes
$44 – toms.com

Cleobella leather bag
$594 – endless.com

Aqua zigzag jewelry
$35 – bloomingdales.com

Yellow jewelry
£4 – debenhams.com

Emilio Pucci square scarve
$205 – bloomingdales.com

Stila lip makeup
$22 – stilacosmetics.com

Vanessa Mooney bracelet
$179 – calypsostbarth.com

Madewell belt
$30 – madewell.com

Bobbi Brown Cosmetics eyeliner
$22 – neimanmarcus.com

Benefit Cosmetics false eyelash
$15 – benefitcosmetics.com

Comme des Garcons fragrance
$150 – openingceremony.us

Flower Orchid Rose 3D Model by iljujjkin
€30 – fallingpixel.com
Comment on your Obsessions and I’ll make a design for you too!
<3,
Unicorn

Being stylish when…Exercising?

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Hey!

We love exercizing-from P-90x to running 3x per week, we always are doing something. But we do it in style! Here are a few cute pieces to help you be sporty, fast, and chic.

Sneakers- Being runners and fashionista’s we’re always rocking some cool sneaks.

Nike Free 3.0 v4 Womens Running Shoe, $100.00, (Shown in Tropical Twist,comes in more colors/customizable)

Tank top- In the hot weather, we need light breezy tanks so we can exercise our best.

Athleta Devi Tank, $49.00, http://www.athleta.gap.com (Shown in Baltic Blue , comes in more colors)

Capris- When we run, we want comfortable fitted pants so we can sprint to our hearts content.

Under Armour heatgear® touch capri pants, $39.99, (Shown in black, comes in more colors)

Jacket- For the days when its chilly-these jackets help us stay warm and fast in style.

Nike Poly Girls' Jacket

Nike Poly Girls' Jacket, $45.00, (Shown in Black, comes in more colors)

Quick Extras:


Headbands-The perfect thing to keep the hair out of your face!

UA Performance Headband

Women's Braided Mini Headband, $9.99, Under Armour

Watch/Timer-When we need to time our runs, we love to use watches that are chic and helpful!

Timex Sport Ironman Watch, $52.95 (Shown in Silver/White)

 Bags-Last, but not least, we always are looking for cute ways to hold our supplies.
Flow and Go Tote
-Lululemon Flow and Go Tote, $128.00,
(shown in lavender Dusk, comes in more colors)
<3,
2chicgurls

P.S: Check out http://www.sweatybetty.com/, its a super cute exercise clothing website recommended by somersaultingthroughlife./!

Just to be Fun and Festive

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Bored of your closet? Wear the same outfits all the time?

Spruce it up with fun fresh pieces!

($4.95, H&M) Make your own by going to http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/set?id=46728233 and following the steps under DIY Feather Earrings

Any more finds? Email us at 2chicgurls@gmail.com or comment below!

<3

2chicgurls