Charmed by Charlie

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Finding beautiful accessories is always fun! Charming Charlie is a wonderful place to find classic and trendy pieces for your wardrobe. I found this cross~body wallet with gold chain last week. They have it in 5 different colors.

I was torn between the red and the black so my daughter chose for me. She liked the red and now so do I! It looks good when I pull it out of my bag and use it. I love the color and the gold hardware.

So head on over to Charming Charlie and check out their amazingly affordable accessories!

Lucky clover turn~lock wallet
(photo via AHFE)

Pearl Tassel Necklace

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Pearls are so classic and chic. They look good on everyone. This is one accessory that I am just so loyal to. Every time someone talks to me about accessories or clothes I always mention pearls and now they are affordable!

Faux pearls are just as exquisite as the real ones. I have seen some great looking faux pearl necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and so on and so on. While at Charming Charlie I picked up this pearl tassel necklace.

I thought it was so simple yet classic. I immediately saw it on most of the shirts in my closet and I could see me wearing it on the weekends.

Long Pearl Tassel Necklace

Very chic right? It would look great in anyone’s wardrobe. Hop on over to the website and check it out. Enjoy!
(photo via AHFE )

About Acne ~ The French Beauty Solution

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I am continuing my reading of the French Beauty Solution and I am now in Chapter 6 which discusses “Taking Care of your Face and Neck”. I got right into this chapter because it was so informative about skin descriptions.

One section that stuck out to me was the snippet about acne. It blasted away all the myths I was told in high school. Here is what is said…

“Acne is not caused by eating chocolate or french fries. That’s a relief. But for women who suddenly develop acne as adults, it can be devastating to have such visible skin problems. Acne is an inflammatory disease that is caused by genetics, your fluctuating hormone levels, and the P. acnes bacteria. These hormonal changes affect how often your skin cells turn over; if they don’t turn over as they should- becoming stickier and oilier instead- pores get clogged and pimples and blackheads form. 


It’s not a good idea to treat acne yourself, especially if it suddenly develops, as this may be an indication of a hormonal imbalance that warrants medical attention from a physician, either your dermatologist or endocrinologist. Over the counter acne products are usually targeted to teens that tend to have oilier and less fragile skin than adults, and they can cause irritation and make your skin look even worse. Your dermatologist can devise the right treatment plan and check your hormone levels too”.  ~Mathilde Thomas 


I thought this information was so fantastic and right on time. I have noticed some changes in my skin too. I would encourage anyone to pick up this book. It is wonderful…

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Oil Cleansers ~ Are they Good?

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For the last few weeks, I have been reading the French Beauty Solution. It has been a wonderful book and I have learned a lot. I have been discussing certain chapters from the book see here and here.

In the newest chapter the author Mathilde is talking about natural oils and that they are great for your skin. I have always felt that using an oil cleanser would make my skin worse or cause it to break out. But Mathilde doesn’t believe so. She said that one of the fallacies of skincare is that oily skin or skin prone to breakouts should never be touched with oil.

“When you use the right kind of oil on your skin and keep it properly hydrated, oil production in your sebaceous glands actually decreases. When choosing an effective oil-based cleanser, moisturizer, or serum, realize that there are two kinds of oils to use: plant based oils that are therapeutic and the base of your products; and essential oils, which are distilled essences of plants (herbs, flowers, trees, roots, etc. ) that are also therapeutic as well as highly concentrated and so should be used sparingly.”


I will now be thinking twice about oil based cleansers and will be paying a visit to Sephora very soon.



Inspiring…

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photo credit Aerin’s Instagram account
“Along with colors, textures, and fragrances you need music in your rooms to round out the sensory experience.”

~ Charlotte Moss








The Bouqs ~Monthly Flower Club

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As most of you know I love flowers!!! I buy at least 3 bouquets a week. I have one at work and two at home. My daughter is now starting to enjoy having a fresh bouquet in her room. I love that! It makes my heart sing.

But there is nothing like getting a bouquet of flowers delivered to your office. If you enjoy fresh bouquets every week and love the thrill of having some delivered to you then the Bouqs can help fulfill that need.

I just learned about their monthly flower club. From $40 a month, you can have an artful floral arrangement of your choice delivered to you every week! Just go online and sign up! Fantastic right?


Photo by Melnychuk Nataliya on Unsplash

Polish Your Posture

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I have just been a reading queen recently. I am still reading the third installment of Jennifer L. Scott’s book Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic. I am in the chapter about posture.

We have all heard about the benefits of good posture but sitting up straight can be annoying sometimes. I must admit there are days where I just don’t feel like it! But then I remember who I am and what life I am trying to live.

Jennifer talks about making a commitment and becoming aware of your posture. After sitting at the computer for awhile she suggests standing up and rolling your arms backward to reverse the effect. Make an effort to sit up straight while you work. Bring this awareness to everything you do.

Jennifer also mentioned that she got to ask principal dancer Allyssa Bross about a ballerina’s secret to great posture. Here is what was said:

Many times ballet dancers are known for their great posture, and automatically people assume it is because they stand with their shoulders back and spine straight, but posture is more than the way one stands. Posture is the way one carries oneself in any social setting. It starts from within and then moves outward.


Controlling one’s body and posture starts with the mind. Thoughts affect our actions, body, and the way we take care of it. Here are five helpful tips to keep good posture:

1. Loving yourself
2. Confidence
3. Exercise (when you have strong, nimble muscles, posture is easier to maintain.)
4. Chin up and neck long
5. Eye contact

I hope you enjoyed these tips from Jennifer and purchase her latest book Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic.





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