Makeup Be Gone!

July 8, 2008

I know this might come as a suprise since I am a self-proclaimed beauty product junkie, but I have never used makeup remover prior to last week. While I was at my friend’s house, I used her Neutrogena Oil Free Eye Makeup Remover and have been obsessed with it ever since. You guys know how much I love mascara and eyeliner so it’s quite unbelievable that it’s taken me so long to use products that are actually made for taking off makeup.

Now I can easily remove my 2 coats of mascara without worrying about the black stains that I’m creating on all of my face towels. This is like the best discovery ever; I don’t think I’ll ever go back to my old-fashioned way of vigorously rubbing with warm water again!

Do you use makeup remover daily?

I guess they all do the same thing, but check out some of these:


Neutrogena Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover available at www.drugstore.com for $7.99


Too Faced Lash Injection Antidote Gel Eye Makeup Remover available at www.sephora.com for $23.50


The Balm Balms Away Eye Makeup Breakup available at www.beauty.com for $19


Prescriptives Better Off Fast Acting Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover available at www.prescriptives.com for $18


Physicians Formula Eye Makeup Remover Pads available at www.drugstore.com for $5.99


Jane Iredale the Skincare Makeup Magic Mitt available at www.janeiredaledirect.com for $15


Clinique Naturally Gentle Eye Makeup Remover available at www.clinique.com for $15.50


Model Co. Liquid Buds Makeup Remover available at www.beautyhabit.com for $12


Kiehl’s Supremely Gentle Eye Makeup Remover available at www.nordstrom.com for $16.50


Lancome Bi-Facil Makeup Remover available at www.lancome.com for $26

Category: Beauty, Makeup Remover | 24 Comments

Sizable Wallets

July 7, 2008

My love for big purses creates a challenge when it comes to finding my wallet. I realize that if I have a huge bag, I probably need to have a good sized wallet that I can easily find and grab. Otherwise, it takes me a good 5 minutes to fish around my seemingly bottomless bag to find my wallet when I need it.

Do you find yourself taking too long to pull out your wallet because it gets lost in the mix of your large purse?

Check out some of these easy-to-find wallets:


Coach Legacy Striped Accordian Zip Around Wallet available at www.coach.com for $248


Reptile Hinge Wallet available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $14.99


Latico Eelskin Wallet availalbe at www.piperlime.com for $89


Juicy Couture Elongated Clutch Wallet available at www.eluxury.com for $145


Cole Haan Gold Woven Leather Travel Zip Wallet available at www.bluefly.com for $105


Reptile Hinge Wallet available at www.forever21.com for $7.50


Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Clutch Wallet available at www.bloomingdales.com for $178


Gucci Brown GG Canvas Zip Continental Wallet available at www.bluefly.com for $348


Cole Haan Village Slim Zip Wallet available at www.neimanmarcus.com for $155

Category: Fashion, Wallets | 23 Comments

Best Buds

July 2, 2008

There are a few things in life that I can’t live without – Lay’s plain potato chips, gummi bears and the company of my friends. The past two weekends I’ve had the pleasure of spending time with my two best friends – TT and AD.

Oftentimes, I don’t even consider T as a friend; she’s more like a sister to me. We bring out the best in each other and she’s always been there to support me no matter what and vice versa. We’re like Oprah and Gayle! I can talk to her about any and every thing as much as I want. When we get together it’s like we’re back in high school again. When I was in Chicago last week, we laughed, reminisced and had a great time. We’ve been best friends for nearly 15 years now and I couldn’t imagine life without her.


TT and me.

The week before I went to Chicago, my other friend, AD, came to visit me here in New York for the first time. She’s my fashionable friend who is just as spoiled as I am. We shopped, laughed and bickered just like we did when I lived in the Windy City. We grow closer each year and I’m so glad she’s a part of my life.


AD and me.

I do have one other best friend, Wanza, but we haven’t seen each other in about a year. We keep in touch via phone and text. Hopefully, I’ll make it to Tampa before the summer is over to hang out with her too!!

Friends definitely make our lives more enjoyable.

Do you have a best friend? If so, what makes him/her special? What is the most important quality a true friend should possess? Please share!

Check out some of these celebrity BFFs:

Essence Atkins and Gabrielle Union


Tichina Arnold and Tisha Campbell


Kelly Rowland and Beyonce


Tyra Banks and Kimora Lee


Oprah and Gayle


LisaRaye and Vivica Fox

Category: Friendships | 35 Comments

Cute Kicks

July 1, 2008

I’m back from Chicago and I missed you guys so much!! I’m completely exhausted, but BGG has returned with regular posts. Yesterday was the first day I didn’t post anything. I was too tired since my flight was delayed 2 hours. Anyway, back to business!

Being that I have never liked the look of sneakers, sometimes a girly girl like me has to break down and buy a pair in an effort to stay fit. I hadn’t owned a pair of sneakers since high school until a few weeks ago. I decided to purchase a pair so I could exercise properly since we all know that stiletto heels and chic ballet flats won’t get the job done.

So, as I embarked upon my quest for cute, non-clunky athletic shoes, I surprisingly noticed that there were quite a few that were actually wearable. Now I can finally try to stay fit and still look feminine at the same time!

Are you a sneaker or as we call them in Chicago “gym shoe” person?

Check out some of these:


New Balance Women’s 893 Sneakers available at www.footlocker.com for $84.99


Nike Women’s Shox Turbo Sneakers available at www.footlocker.com for $109.99


Adidas Midiruv CS Sneaker available at www.nordstrom.com for $79.95


Adidas Women’s Amiya Sneaker available at www.endless.com for $54.95


Adidas Women’s Micro Bounce available at www.footlocker.com for $79.99


Adidas Women’s Mega Bounce available www.footlocker.com for $119.00


Puma Women’s Votaic Sneaker available at www.amazon.com for $75


Nike Women’s Air Max 360 III available at www.footlocker.com for $139.99


Skechers Women’s Bikers Grapevine Sneaker available at www.endless.com for $52.90

Category: Fashion, Shoes | 26 Comments

No Fabulous Photos This Week

June 27, 2008

Unfortunately, while I’m away, I don’t have access to my round-up of fabulous photos this week. I’ll be back next week with more posts and celebrity photos!

Enjoy your weekend!

Category: Uncategorized | 16 Comments

Eye-Catching Lines

June 26, 2008

When you want to make your eyes appear wide-eyed and bright, reach for a liner. Using liner is essential to defining eyes and making them pop with a flattering look. While some BGs prefer to use liquid liners for a more precise line, others might opt for more user-friendly kohl pencils – I’ve used both.

For the daytime applying liner to the upper lid is key, while using it on the top and bottom for special outings, nights out on the town or dinner dates creates a more glamorous appearance. Although black is the most popular shade for us BGs, some makeup artists taut white liner a la 1970s as a must-have because it opens the eyes making them appear bigger and brighter.

No matter what liner you use, always choose a waterproof formula to help prevent smudging.

Would you ever try white eyeliner? Do you prefer liquid or pencils? What’s your favorite brand?

Check out some of these:


Makeup Forever Aqua Eyes Bronze Collection available at www.sephora.com for $35


My absolute favorite, Revlon Colorstay Eyeliner in Black available at www.drugstore.com for $6.47


Urban Decay Liquid Liner available at www.sephora.com for $18


Lorac “Front of the Line” Waterproof Liquid Liner available at www.sephora.com for $20


Laura Mercier Creamy Cake Eyeliner in Caviar available at www.sephora.com for $22


Keyvn Aucoin Beauty Kohl Eye Pencil available at www.sephora.com for $24


Jane Iredale the Skincare Makeup Eye Highlighter Pencil in White/Pink available at www.janeiredaledirect.com for $15


Clinique Eye Defining Liquid Liner available at www.clinique.com for $14.50


Covergirl Outlast Smoothwear All Day Liner available at www.drugstore.com for $6.29


Having a small, MAC pencil sharpener handy is always a good idea – available at www.maccosmetics.com for $3

Category: Beauty | 18 Comments

Staying Fit in the Summer!

June 25, 2008

There’s no season better to stay in shape than in the summer. It’s the perfect time of year because the weather generally allows us to partake in outdoor activities that are great for getting in shape. Since many of us BGs wear our hair naturally, long gone are the excuses of “sweating out our hair.” For us who do wear our hair pressed or chemically straightened, it’s time to do away with the hair excuse all together. We need to get out there and embrace an active and healthy lifestyle!

Here are my top 5 summer fitness activities:

1. Swimming
2. Running around the park
3. Volleyball on the beach
4. Rollerblading
5. Biking

What are some of your favorite outdoor physical activities to do during the summer? Please share!

Category: Fitness, Health | 26 Comments