Storage Cabinet Makeover

In search of a storage solution for all of my makeup kit and cleaning supplies I headed to my favorite Lexington bargain locations, The Restore. I know exactly what I wanted- which is usually makes finding it very difficult. For some reason, the stars aligned and they had not one, but at least 20 of “just what I wanted”. After digging through and finding the least of the worst,  we settled on this old but sturdy dresser. It appears to have come out of a UK dorm and I am certain it could tell a story of two! Not very pretty but hard wood and solid according to my Dad who is my chief furniture remaking assistant and consultant.

 

Old UK Dorm chest

After Makeover

Pedestal Feet

Khaki Drawers contrast cream color base

Stencil Design

Finished and full of makeup

 

 

We started with a good cleaning and sanding. In addition to a new paint job we decided that a set of pedestal legs would totally dress this baby up. Having no clue how to do that I searched the web and found a great blog: Thrifty Inspirations. Hip Hop Hooray for those that lead the way! Especially when they share the inspiration and know how!!

 

 

Adding a stencil design and fun hardware to the drawers also gave this piece new life.

And here it is…..happily existing in my foyer completely full of cool things like makeup brushes, cleansers, glitter and feathers! Every morning when I walk down my stairs this piece makes me happy!

A special thank you to my Dad for all of his help- I couldn’t have done it without him! Knowing that we did it together makes this chest even more of a treasure. Sorry, getting all sentimental on you.

Total investment: Probably $150. Chest $55. Legs $20 Paint $30 Hardware $40

 

Home Makeover- Lauren’s Room

As you will read below Lauren wanted a high fashion bedroom. Her walls are painted in Brick Red and Khaki, the perfect complement to her black and white patterned bedspread and accessories and still within the color palette of our home. Her lounge chair was a find at the Lexington Restore. The khaki slip cover  is soft and comfortable and makes the chair look and feel new again.

This Mom is so glad that her teenager has grown out of the lime green walls, pink stripes and black polka dots phase…I am all about letting my kids express themselves but that was sure hard to look at!

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Inspiration Room!

July 11th, 2013 . 1 Comment »

Moving might have been one of the hardest things I have ever done, but one of the best things that has come of it has been having the ability to have my dream room.  In Gainesville my room was bright and cheerful with the typical teenage vibe of pictures and posters everywhere. Here I am keeping my room high fashion and very simple. Everything in it is black and white and my only pop of color is my one red wall. This room has a couple of things that I have never had in a room before, a walk in closet, an amazing view, and enough room for a reclining chair. There is nothing I love more than relaxing in that chair while drinking coffee and reading a good book. It is also nice to sit in it to look into my closet and at my room to get inspiration for outfits and blogs. I think I will be living at home for a little while longer, the idea of going from this to a little apartment room makes me very sad!

Polka dot bows hold all of the drapes over my windows!

I have the best view in the house!

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Tags: daily blog, decorating, Fashion, fashion blog, home decorating

1. Linda Hanson says:

   July 11, 2013 at 9:11 am

   Nice! Can I have your room when you move out?

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Summer Makeup Strategies- 1

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In my previous life ( Florida) the heat and humidity started in May and didn’t end until well into October. One of the hottest topics (yes, pun intended) when working with my clients was always…how to keep your face from “melting off”. With last weeks rain and heat, it seems that summer has finally found us in Lexington and it might be a great time to review said topic.

Summer is a great time to lighten up! The best places to start are with your moisturizer and foundation. A lighter weight moisturizer or something with oil control can provide just enough moisture without contributing to shine.

Foundation will need to be color updated to work with your new skin tone if you have spent any time in the sun. This is a great time to consider a new lighter weight formula and or a combination product. Tinted moisturizers and BB Creams are a great way to get coverage, sunscreen and moisturizer all in one step. If you are a low maintenance girl this may be a perfect way to look good and get a few extra minutes of sleep in the morning. For those of you with more challenging skin, you may be best choosing each step ( moisturizer, sunscreen and coverage) individually, to get the best result and a customized regimen that will keep your skin happy and healthy.

Another great foundation option, specifically for combination or oily skin is a mineral powder formula. Applied with a flat brush these can be layered for the desired amount of coverage and will be fantastic for weathering the heat and humidity of the day. 

Special occasions will still call for a true liquid foundation that will look flawless in person and also in digital photography. Tune in tomorrow to learn the secrets of keeping it in place without having to resort to the “fan in the face method”.

Trish

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Red, white and blue!

 

Here it is, the reveal of our shopping adventure in Lexington’s Boutique. Lauren’s dress perfect for dressing up or down with just a quick accessory change. I imagine the CPW (cost per wear) will be very reasonable with this flexible piece. I can guarantee that we will see it again paired with Orange just in time for some Gator Football!

Thanks for sharing Lauren!

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Happy Independence Day my fellow Americans! We all know how much I love a holiday that I can dress up for, and the 4th of July is no exception. The other day I went shopping at Bluetique here in down town Lexington and I couldn’t leave without getting this dress. It is perfect for the 4th, the University of Kentucky games, and supporting my University of Florida Gators from another state.

While I was having fun trying this on I couldn’t resist photographing a dressed up option and a dressed down option. The first has a red bubble necklaces with simple nude pumps, and the second is dressed down with red Toms and a white leather bracelet. Unfortunately, it is supposed to storm all day and I may end up in shorts, but I hope to be able to wear my pretty new dress!

Flash!

 

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I was beyond excited when my favorite cosmetic company introduced a new translucent powder this Spring. This product is very similar to a powder that I have had in my kit for a couple of years but at a better price and with claims to work on all skin types and tones all while softening the appearance of skin imperfections. YES! After a trial run on my own skin for a week I was in love, and it was it time to “kit” test it.

Thanks toLauren and her blog,  I had a ready subject. We prepped her skin as always and followed the foundation with a generous application of powder, specifically under her eyes to catch the fallout of mineral powders used for her fun eye look.
Once we finished applying her shadows I used a big fluffy brush to remove the excess powder. Final pics taken for her blog were perfect. No white cast from the powder and no settling into the eye area. Her skin looks flawless. This product is a keeper and will soon be found in the Image Insight Makeup Kit!

Home makeover 3- A Grand Entrance

This could be the most dramatic makeover yet for our new home. With a full 2 stories, beautiful staircase and tons of natural light the entryway to this home had so much potential for drama. The walls were painted the same white as the trim which looked clean and neat but also made the space feel massive and a little sterile and did nothing to enhance the wood work in the staircase. With the help of my Sherwin Williams color expert we selected ” bracing blue” for the walls of this space. Even though I am a “do it myself” girl, I knew that I was in way over my head with this painting job so I relinquished control and we hired painters.
The blue walls make a statement in their own but also play nicely with the main living areas that surround the foyer creating a color harmony that makes traveling through the house a pleasant experience.The deeper color makes the white woodwork pop and the blue enhances the golden tones in the staircase. To pull in the necessary makeup analogy…..blue eye shadows can be a great choice for someone with golden brown eyes. With a bold eye look always choose a softer more nude lip so that the colors play nice together.