DIME IS MOVING ON UP! THANK YOU TO EVERYONE FOR THE SUPPORT!

Due to some exciting changes, I will be leaving the Blogger platform.  I have transferred to another platform and will be publishing it on Monday,  May 16, 2011.  You will still be able to view my blog at the same address http://www.dimeonadime.com, but the look will just be very different.

I hope to see you all there!!!  Again, I thank you so much for all of your support!!!  Love you guys!!

COACH Beach Shop Collection: Beach Bags With Class

Overall I thought the collection was cute.  I wasn't as thrilled as I had hoped to be, but it's still a nice collection.  I think it's the shells and stuff that make the the bag look a little cheap to me.  Another thing is, I know it's a "beach" collection, but I don't think that I'd allow my Coach bag to sit in the sand wit the hot sun beating down and drying out the leather!  lol!!!  I don't know, that's just my opinion, what do you think?

You can check out more of the collection here:

POW! Straight To The Moon: Over The Moon Manicure

 I know I'm all late, but I think I will give this a try now.  I think I can get really creative with this one. What do you think about the "over the moon" manicure?

love this one!

she rocked it!

I want the purse too!

Makeup Look: Easy As 1-2-3

Starting next week, I will be devoting the week to talented makeup artists. I'll have pics of their work and a little background info about them.  Makeup Artistry is one of my own favorite past times. I enjoy the creativity and the transformations.  Because I'm a makeup artist, most of my first time clients expect to see a face full of makeup when they come in to get their makeup done.  The truth is, my most favorite makeup look is a "less is more" look.   The look in this photo is my general go to.  If  you're new to makeup or just want an idea for an easy and simple look that doesn't take too much time, this one will work for you.

What You'll Need:

Makeup:  Eyebrow pencil, concealer, powder foundation, liquid eyeliner, mascara, blush, liptick. 

Tools: angle brush, small, flat brush, makeup sponge, big fluffy brush.

How to Apply:

1. Start with a clean face. After I've washed my face, I hold a warm towel over it for a few minutes and then apply my moisturizer right after and let it sit for a few minutes.  Moisturizing the face first is a must. and is key to proper makeup application.
2. Eyebrows!  I am an eyebrow perfectionist!  Eyebrows really do frame the face, so grooming them can really make a difference in your look.  I first brush my eyebrows and then fill in any gaps with an eyebrow pencil (you can also use a powder)  I then soften the look with a small angled brush to get a natural look.  I then clean up underneath my brows with a small amount of concealer using a flat brush, just to help define the brow.
3. At this step you can use concealer or liquid foundation to cover any blemishes or dark eye circles.
4. Using a fluffy brush, pick up some of your powder onto the brush and tap away the excess.  push the powder into your face instead of brushing on.
5. Top line the eyes with a slight wing and apply mascara to the top and bottom lashes.  You can line the bottom lash line also.  Mascara is usually enough for me and so I sometimes do not line the lower lash line.
6. Pop a bit of blush onto the apples of your cheeks and finish with your favorite lipstick.

I know it may sound like a lot, but it really isn't.  Once you get the hang of it, these steps will take you about 10 minutes.  You can use your favorite colors to achieve this look. You can also omit or add additional products to suit your needs.   For a list of products I used, check below.  Unless stated, all products used are MAC.

["Spiked" eyebrow pencil, Wet N Wild waterproof eyeliner, "Dollymix" blush, "Moorange" Lipstick.]



What's your favorite makeup look?

Motivate Yourself: Have You Seen The New Jill Scott

Jill Scott is one of my favorites!  She had a rough year last year with a break up and problems  with the music industry and like every strong woman out there, she pulled herself together, remade herself, and came back even stronger!!!  She lost about 60lbs and she looks effin' awesome!!!  Look at her!  I will be on the hunt for this exact outfit from tip to top, including the big hair!  Watch me!!!  Good for you Jill!!!

"the best revenge is success for yourself"

How To Apply Foundation When It's Hot Outside!

As the weather get more warm, you may find that foundation tends to slide off of your face or make your complexion look dull.  In warm weather, the "less is more" technique will help you makeup to stay put and not dull your complexion.

Tricks Of The Trade:

1. Always start with a clean face. 
2. Always apply a moisturizer with SPF.  I used Aveeno which has SPF 30 every single day!
3. After allowing your moisturizer to settle for a few minutes, apply your concealer with a slightly damp makeup sponge.
4. At this step, you can go directly to a sheer powder application and you're done or you can now apply your foundation.  If you are applying foundation, apply a sheer foundation sparingly where needed with a makeup sponge or a foundation brush.  It's not necessary to apply foundation over your entire face, if  not needed.  This will give you a more natural look.
5. After applying foundation you can now apply your favorite loose or pressed powder using a big fluffy brush.  This will help to set your foundation and look for the entire day.  Apply the powder by pushing it into the face as apposed to brushing over the face.

That it it!  This will give you a natural looking glow that won't melt when the temperature starts to climb. 

Fashion Fun: 2011 Fashion Must Haves For My Closet!

[love this photo]

 This Spring is all about color!!!  While being completely lazy this past Mother's Day, I scoured the web checking out fashion items that caught my eye.  I found some really inspiration pieces! 

I'd wear any of these outfits

animal print with bright colors

interesting belt

this is just cute

flowery flowing dress

colorful, heavily patterned heels with jeans

I'd wear any of these

Girlie heels with a flower

Happy Mother's Day: Inexpensive Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Ahhh Mother's Day....a day for honoring a mother, or being honored as mother.  I can be sentimental at times and Mother's Day is one of those days where I prefer to give and receive something from the heart.  Store bought gifts are nice, but in my opinion, gifts can be bought year round, and so I tend to lean toward the type of gifts that just can't be bought. Now if you want to send me to Jamaica the day after Mother's Day, I'm all for it! lol!  Here are a few Mother's Day gestures that just might make the mother in your life smile :)

     10 THINGS FOR MOM

1. Handmade card with a collage of childhood photos incorporated into the design.
2. Relive mom from her daily chores.  No cooking or cleaning.
3. Run a bubble bath, set up the TV in the bathroom so mom can watch her favorite movie while bathing.  If  the movie thing doesn't work, music and candles are nice.
4. Offer periodic massages throughout the day.  Foot and back rubs are always welcomed.
5. Wash her car, including the inside
6. Perform mom's chores for her.  Organize her jewelry, purses or shoes.
7. Be mom's errand runner for the day.  Help her check off things on her "to do" list.
8. If she's a working mom, bring her lunch to work or surprise her at work and take her to lunch.
9. If she's a social mom, plan a brunch for her and her friends.
10. Last but not least, give mom plenty of hugs, kisses and "I love you's".

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY TO ALL!

So Random: What Is Your Life's Theme Music?

Ice Queen
"I've given until I break"

This is so random, but I'm gunna share it anyways.  Do you ever wish that regular instances in your life had theme music?  I know, I know!  Crazy right?  Well, yesterday when I was taking a walk, this is the theme music that I wanted to playing...

Makeup Look: Purple Eyes And Pink Lips

I was feeling the color purple today and I haven't done a makeup look on myself in a while, so I decided to do a lilac, gray, purplish look.  This is a really fun look that you can take from day to evening with a few minor adjustments.

Day look:                                                                         

Inner corner - lilac shadow

Eyelid - slate grey

Outer corner/crease - deep purple

Cheek - rosy pink

Lip - Nude lipstick

Evening Look: (same as above with following changes) 

Outer corner/crease - apply a touch of black over the purple

Lip - fuschia gloss (as shown)

Makeup Review: Maybeline Superstay 24 Color

WARNING!!! INTENSE, LONG LASTING COLOR!

I'm in luvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv with this lipstain/matte/gloss.  Yeah, you heard me right.  This can be used as a stain, matte lipstick or a gloss.  Rarely does a product that claims to last for several hours or not smudge, ever make good on its promise. So you must know that I was beyond surprised to find that this drugstore brand exceeded my expectations!  Not only did this stuff NOT smudge, and when I say NOT smudge, I'm talking blot my lips on a paper towel and absolutely NO product gets on the towel.  No smudging and it stayed on for the entire day and still looked good at the end of the day!  It was kind of hard to take off, even with Vaseline, but I was okay with that.

You apply a thin layer of the color side and allow it to dry, once dried you can leave it and it will look very much like a matte/stain, or you can then apply the gloss stick and give it some shine!  There's a wide range of colors and they are fairly inexpensive.  They regular price is about $8, however I purchased 3 of them on sale for roughly $5 each at Walgreens.  They are definitely worth it!  My new favorite!

This was after 7hours, after drinking and eating and no touch ups! [Eternal Sunset]

Left to Right - [Keep Up The Flame], [Eternal Sunset], [Lasting Lilac]

Makeup Looks: Cute Makeup Ideas For Prom

So Girlie!

Classic Gold and Red

Deep...

Hot Like Fire!

Silver and Gold

Teal  and Purple

With prom coming up, I thought I'd share some makeup I did that are fun and promo appropriate.  Heck!! You can wear these for any occassion!

2011 Fashion Trends: Things That Must Be In My Closet!

A colorful maxi dress and/or a multi-patterned one.

Color tinted sunglasses

Wooden wedge, peep-toe shoes

70's styled wood wedged heels

Sequins harem pants

Romper with an interesting back

Wedge heel with an interesting heel design

Hot Hairstlyles: Hair That I Love, Want And Envy

Always a fan of big hair

New age mohawks rock

A blunt cut with bangs is edgy and timeless

Colorful curls

Messy Fro; again with the big hair

TWA (teenie weenie afro) with bright lips!

I Must Have These Shoes!

These are from the Dior collection.  NO, I don't own a pair, but I would like it very much to receive a pair as a gift!  lol!  I love these shoes!!  I doubt that I will find anything similar in any of my thrift shopping excursion, but a girl can always pray!!

My Eyes Do Shine: Unique Jewelry For The Artist In You

Elke Kramer is one of my favorite jewelry designers.  She takes abstract art and forms it into the most unique pieces I've ever seen!  The textiles, shapes and colors are insane!  Although I'm a new fan of hers, she's been designing jewelry for quite a long time.  You can check out her website to get an idea of more of her work and places to purchase.