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Crazy for Coral

March 14, 2011

After recently attending a sneak preview of Nordstrom’s spring/summer beauty trends, one thing’s for sure – coral is the color of the moment. From glosses to nail polishes, the pinky/orangey/peachy shade is shaking things up on makeup shelves this season.

Kerry Washington wearing a beautiful array of coral shades.

At first, I was apprehensive about trying the salmony shade, but soon realized that the color complemented my skin-tone. However, I probably wouldn’t wear this hue on my lips, but for cheeks and nails I’m definitely going to give this beauty trend a try!

Will you be joining in the coral craze? If so, check out these orangey options:

Lancome Blush Subtil Gentle & Long-Lasting Powder Blusher in Coral Sun available at www.dillards.com for $29.50

Covergirl Queen Collection Gloss in Caribbean Coral available at www.drugstore.com for $5.49

Coral Reef Nail Polish available at www.forever21.com for $2.80

Napoleon Perdis Set available at www.beauty.com for $39

Estee Lauder Pure Color Long-Lasting Lipstick in Sunstone available at www.nordstrom.com for $24

Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Nectar available at www.nordstrom.com for $38

Maybelline ColorSensational Pearl Lip Color in Coral Gleam available at www.drugstore.com for $7.49

OPI Nail Polish in Congo-line Coral available at www.drugstore.com for $8

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Giveaway: Let’s Get Ready to Rumba!

March 10, 2011

Want to give your wrist a rest from heavy metals? If so, you’re in luck with the latest rage to hit the Hollywood (Willow Smith and Regina King are fans) set – RumbaTime watches. Perfect for spring, these light-weight, water-resistant unisex timepieces come in over 16 styles and 32 colors.

Whether stacked as bangles or worn singularly, these stylish watches will ensure that you never arrive fashionably late.

Check out some of these colors and styles starting at $14!

Cotton Candy (Original), $14

Lights Out (Essex), $20

Snow Patrol (Lafayette), $35

Sky High (Original), $16

Lemon Drop (VanDam), $16

All are available at www.rumbatime.com!

**A few lucky readers will win a watch. Simply leave a comment and the winners will be randomly selected and announced next week.

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BGG News Brief: Queen Latifah Takes on the Web

March 8, 2011

We all know that our girl Queen Latifah stays busy. Now the unstoppable entrepreneur is taking on the worldwide web. Last week, it was announced that she and AOL are partnering to produce online video content.

Latifah will produce and star in a variety of original video web series to be featured across AOL’s network of sites. AOL’s Blackvoices.com will showcase the series in a specially created hub designed to enhance the sites current video offerings.

Her production company, Flava Unit Entertainment will serve as the main producer of the short form talk show project, which will cover various topics ranging from entertainment and sports to social issues and entrepreneurialism.

First a rapper, then Oscar-nominated actress, Covergirl, author, perfumer, and now Internet guru – the Queen’s goals are limitless!

Will you watch the Queen Latifah-produced web series?

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March 8, 2011

The gorgeous Glee actress, Amber Riley, graced the 42nd Annual NAACP Image Awards’ stage last week in a stunning blue gown complemented by a flawless complexion.

Celebrity Makeup Artist, Mylah Morales, created a beautiful COVERGIRL inspired look for the actress. Here’s a breakdown of the look if you’d like to replicate her glamourous glow.

Mylah started with COVERGIRL Queen Collection Natural Hue Compact Foundation for a creamy, even finish and set it with Natural Hue Minerals Pressed Powder for staying power.

For an all over glow, Mylah used Natural Hue Minerals Bronzer in Brown Bronze and to add a touch of color, Mylah blended a pinky blush on the apples of Amber’s cheeks.

For Amber’s eyes Mylah went for a silver shadow to complement the slate blue dress. She kept the eye look sophisticated by using a neutral brown in the crease and defined the eyes with COVERGIRLLiquiLineBlast in Black Fire. Amber’s lashes were coated with several swipes of COVERGIRL LashBlast Volume Mascara to make Amber’s eyes pop.

To complete the red carpet look, Mylah used Queen Collection Lip Color in Au Naturale with ShineBlast Lip Gloss in Glow; for dimensional shine.

Are you a fan of Amber’s look? Do you watch Glee?

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March 8, 2011

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Get Glee-Inspired Glamour!

March 7, 2011

The gorgeous Glee actress, Amber Riley, graced the 42nd Annual NAACP Image Awards’ stage last week in a stunning blue gown complemented by a flawless complexion.

Celebrity Makeup Artist, Mylah Morales, created a beautiful COVERGIRL inspired look for the actress. Here’s a breakdown of the look if you’d like to replicate her glamourous glow.

Mylah started with COVERGIRL Queen Collection Natural Hue Compact Foundation for a creamy, even finish and set it with Natural Hue Minerals Pressed Powder for staying power.

For an all over glow, Mylah used Natural Hue Minerals Bronzer in Brown Bronze and to add a touch of color, Mylah blended a pinky blush on the apples of Amber’s cheeks.

To complete the red carpet look, Mylah used Queen Collection Lip Color in Au Naturale with ShineBlast Lip Gloss in Glow; for dimensional shine.

Are you a fan of Amber’s look? Do you watch Glee?

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Follow Me on Twitter!

March 4, 2011

Hello my lovely BG beauties, if you’re not already following BGG on Twitter, what are you waiting for!? A little birdie told me that it’s the place to be to hear all about cool contests, exclusive giveaways and more that will only be privy to my pretty Twitter followers.