Eye Candy Friday

Hello hotness!  I know he's married and all, but Channing Tatum is in the February issue of GQ and frankly, he's pretty damn nice to look at.  Pictures here and article here.
 PS. Does anyone else love She's the Man as much as Lyndsy and I?

Hey Hot {Pink} Lips

Fuchsia lips were featured at many of the Spring 2011 Ready-to-Wear shows and I'm a fan. It's fun to play with color and bright pink is complimentary on pretty much everyone. Give it whirl for a fresh look as we transition into the warmer months. Nars has an array of colorful options. I think vibrant lipstick looks best if the rest of your makeup is kept to a minimum with neutral eye shadow and simple bush - your pretty pink pout can be your accessory.
1: Elle, People, InStyle
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Zara Lookbook

Zara's March lookbook is online and I'm loving the solid saturated colors and neutrals.  Zara always has has such great basics and all of these items could be worn a bunch of different ways with pieces already in your wardrobe. The red skirt is adorable!


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Pick A Shoe, Any Shoe

Not only do I want new workout kicks, but I need them - for real.  My trainer even said so and she's the boss.  I'm a Nike devotee, but I can't decide which pair I want.  I strongly dislike plain white (momish) or super dark (boyish) shoes.  Every new pair I get has to have a pop of color.  Perhaps because I wear them approximately five days a week (often over) a year and I don't want to get bored. I've even designed my own (bright orange, neon green, white and grey) using NikeiD. That's probably the route I should take, but since I'm kind of impatient, I may have to settle for a readily available pair. These are the ones I've been eying. Obviously the fit and comfort are most important, but right now we're talking aesthetics. What do you think?
Row 3: Nike LunarFly+2 Women's Running Shoe, Nike Lunar Sweet Victory+ Women's Training Shoe, Nike LunarSwift+ Women's Running Shoe, LIVESTRONG Lunarfly+ 2 Women's Running Shoe

I want to wear these or these when cheering on the Cougs. Love the old school look!

Avery Bleu's Picks of the Day {Week of 2.27.11}

Thou Shall Covet

Raise your hand if you're obsessed with The Coveteur.  Mine's certainly up!  I love taking a peek into the wardrobes, homes and treasures of some stylish, influential and interesting people.  It's so enjoyable reading information and stories behind their essentials and favorites. The lovely, vivid photos in each feature are reason enough to send me back daily checking for an update. I'll post some additional glimpses later this week.

Style Inspiration: Diane Kruger

Diane Kruger is most definitely one of my favorite fashionistas. I love that she does her own styling, hair and makeup.  She always looks perfectly chic and on-trend, but never over-done. She's a stunning gal who's elegant, even when she's a little roughed up and edgy. Versatile and often a risk-taker, I hardly ever don't like what she's put together - as evident by the plethora of photos below.
images via InStyle & People

My Must-Haves: Volume 7

My ever-expanding beauty arsenal has some items I've yet to share.


I've been using Batiste dry shampoo for ages, but finally they came out with a spray for brunettes. Travel sizes are now available too (but not in brown that I know of) - I keep them in my purse, gym bag, etc.  

This product is raved about by many and I have to attest it makes my hair soft and shiny and it smells super yummy. There's a mini bottle that's great for travel and the gym, I just keep it and fill it up from the larger bottle when it runs out. Beware blonds, I've heard using this can make your hair orangey.  

Revlon Super Lustrous Lipgloss, SPF 15 - Pink Afterglow
You can't beat this lipgloss - it's not sticky, has SPF and is very affordable.  I have a bunch of colors, but Pink Afterglow is my fave and perfect for everyday wear. 

 
This is my new favorite red - that's all.
 

My friend Lori gave these to me for Christmas and they work so well at exfoliating.  Perfect at  scrubbing away dry skin, especially before a spray tan. 

 
I like this eye cream because it's on the thicker side and feels really moisturizing.  I'm not really sure if there are any noticeable changes, but I like the way it feels.

Glitter Be Gone

Refinery 29 posted this helpful tutorial for removing glittery nail polish from manicurist Deborah Lippmann (love her polishes). Taking them off is such a pain, I am definitely trying this method next time.

Step 1: Saturate cotton with acetone or polish remover (a remover with acetone works best).
Step 2: Place the cotton on the nail and wrap each finger in aluminum foil. Press down.
Step 3: Leave on for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Pull the foil off and your glitter polish will glide off, too! 

image via VampyVarnish

Pixie Perfection


Michelle Williams and Cate Blanchett looked radiant at the Oscars with their super blonde + short tresses.  I don't think I could ever pull this look off, but one day it would be fun to attempt.