Avery Bleu: May 2008

Great idea if you ask me....

Not that online shopping was particularly difficult in the first place, but now its even easier. You can shop online at Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Piperlime at the same time.

My (Maybe) Must-Haves: Vol. 4 - an Update

Here are my follow-up reviews after using the products I bought last month. Unfortunately only one item made it onto my definite "must-have" list.

I liked the Smashbox Bionic Mascara at first, but often near the end of the day, I had mascara residue under my eyes. Onward to a new mascara (currently Lancome Definicils Pro).

Erase Paste by Benefit is just so so. I like the consistency and it provides pretty good coverage, but the downside is that it tends to visibly crease under my eyes sometimes.

Smashbox Lip Enhancing Gloss in Pout is good, but not great. I think maybe the color is not quite right for me, but there's nothing really bad about the gloss.

Smashbox O-Gloss is the one that made the list. It's super soft and smooth and adds a nice rosy hue to your lips. The other day I was looking a little pale and only had the O-Gloss in my purse, so I dabbed a little on my cheeks and looked much more refreshed.

As a cosmetics junkie, rest assured that I will be purchasing, trying and reviewing more products soon.

Outfit Crush

I love this Louis Vuitton dress Milla Jovovich wore in Cannes last week. Well, I guess I should say I love the back of the dress. How fabulous is that turquoise bow - especially in contrast to the bright red? Gorgeous. I don't know about the high side slit or her choice of heels, bag, jewelry and hair, but from the back - perfection.

SATC

The cards on Someecards really make me laugh.... Although this card is true, I am really excited to see the Sex and the City movie and am going with six girlfriends Saturday afternoon. Yippee!

Happy Birthday Carrie!

Hope you have a wonderfully happy birthday, Mrs. Reynolds (even if you don't read my blog)! xoxo

Photo Courtesy of Shelby Nycole

A Very Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday to my talented (she took this photo) and amusing friend Shelby!

So glad we can celebrate your special day with you!

Shelby Nycole

Outfit Crush

I know Shelby will probably disown me for loving this Lanvin dress (the sole reason being its color. Purple, the color of our arch rivals), but I think it is adorable, and of course, so is Natalie. Normally straight across dresses aren't the most flattering on me, but the fun ruffles really add to the top of the dress. Although there are ruffles all over, I don't think they're too much. The belt cinches it in and makes it more form-fitting. I would probably either wear a colored shoe and keep the black bag and belt or carry a colored bag and keep the black shoes and belt. However, I would definitely wear a higher heel - this shortie needs all the help she can get!

images: PA Photos/Landov & Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

Happy Birthday Christy!

Image Courtesy of Real Simple

It's in the Bag

My friend Ashleigh is looking for a new summer bag - one that she can use on a daily basis and is big enough to hold all of her work stuff. I've found a ton that are cute, roomy and affordable (all under $100, most under $50!).