A new take on Garters

Ah, the garter toss, such a strange tradition....

When you first think of garters those cheesy polyester numbers with fake pearls probably come to mind.  That's what I used to think of as well, until I discovered a whole new world of well made and down right sexy bridal garters.  I don't think you'll be tossing these.

Florrie Mitton on etsy.com

Love by Susie at etsy.com

Do you plan on wearing a garter on your wedding day?

Wedding knickers

This week is underwear week!  Yay!  Watch out, you  might find your fiance suddenly interested in wedding planning if he lays his eyes on this post...

Knickers, panties, undies, unmentionables...whatever you want to call them, the undergarments you select are an essential part of your wedding wardrobe.  An ill fitting bra or too tight pair of knickers can ruin your look.  You spent a lot of money on that gown! Do it justice with quality undergarments.  Besides, pretty and well fitting lingerie will make you feel confident and sexy.

Le Mystere Bridal Bustier

Agent Provocateur

Kiki De Montparnasse

Maison Close at Marlow + Wren

Ultimo Body suit at ASOS

Wacoal at ASOS

cosabella sexy support thong

cosabella ceylon bra

Smokey Eye DIY

DIY smokey eye does take some skill.  I know I have never mastered it.  For my birthday this  year I went to Sephora and asked if someone could do a smokey eye application for me.  Not recommended.  I ended up looking like a hooker with a heart of gold...not the sultry look I was going for.  

Here are a few smokey eye tutorials that are totally doable.  Perfect for a Holiday or bachelorette party.

 

www.LetThemWearGloss.com

A great video tutorial from the always amazing Michelle Phan on YouTube

Michelle Phan YouTube tutorial - click here!

Another video tutorial, this one from Lisa Eldridge.  Great tips at the end for creating the look if you have small eyes (like me)

 

Lisa Eldridge YouTube tutorial - click here!

Or get your tutorial in kit form! This one from Lorac has everything you need, plus a step by step tutorial.

Lorac smokey eye kit from Sephora.com

Let me know how it goes!

Wedding and Party hair

It's fun to make your hair look all fancy and "did" every now and then.  Of course for your wedding you will want extra special hair, and most of you will get your hair done by a professional.  But, for those who can't afford it ( I did my own hair, so I know that it can be done) or if you are looking for a holiday party look, then I have some easy tutorials for you!


If you haven't discovered Berlin Hair Baby, then now is your chance.  She has some great video tutorials on youtube, and I reference them often when I am looking for something different to do with my hair.  Her Grace Kelly tutorial is one of my favorites.

 

Berlin Hair Baby Tutorial - click here!

A gorgeous and ridiculously easy side chignon from Martha Stewart weddings

http://www.marthastewartweddings.com - click here for tutorial!

Another side chignon...

Glamour.com - Click here for tutorial!

A simple half-up do from Martha Stewart weddings ... and I love the cat eye, so chic!

Martha Stewart Weddings- click here for tutorial!

If you try this out for your wedding or holiday party then let me know!