4 Pieces That Can Keep You Warm and In Style

Are you ready for an all-out holiday shopping these coming weeks? Before you hunt down the coolest pair of ankle boots this season, get ready to launch an all out search for the best deals that retail shops can offer.

And for you to do that, you have to be prepared for the battle by making sure that you’re dressed right for the holiday shopping extravaganza. I’m sharing with you my top 4 go-to pieces when holiday shopping.

Have a different set of clothes in your list? I’d love to know your holiday shopping style so don’t forget to leave me a comment or two below.

Holiday Shopping Outfit Essential # 1 Camisole

Any classic camisole should be your best defense against long dressing room lines. Wearing one can surely allow you to try on clothes without having to dress privately. You can go for any style or print that suits your taste. Have fun with prints like polka dots, stripes and Florals. If you’re thinking going after a timeless look, your go to piece should be a plain black or white cami that fits you well.

Just remember that camisoles tend to cling to the body very well so it’s a must for you to wear appropriate undergarments to keep your style chic and far away from being trashy.

Holiday Shopping Outfit Essential # 2 Oversize sweater

An all day shopping marathon can be difficult to pull off for hundreds of reasons. For one, getting it on with retail shopping all day long can leave you tired – not to mention cold from the chilly weather. But despite these little inconveniences, most women would just go for it one reason – it’s fun!

Keep your holiday shopping light and hassle-free this icy holiday season by donning on an oversize sweater. This would allow you to cozy up when you rest at the nearest coffee shop or when you snatch a nap on the way home. Sweaters are also easier to put on and remove compared think winter jackets or leather coats. Plus, their fluffy too – so you’d definitely get comfort, style and warmth in just one piece of clothing.

Holiday Shopping Outfit Essential # 3 No-lace boots (don’t forget your socks!)

Fall and winter is definitely the time to flaunt your sassy pairs of ankle boots. The cold weather just puts your style prowess to test by challenging you to dress in style while fighting your enemy this season – the chill weather.

Though wearing 5-inch heels make me feel like a superstar, I tend to skip the heels when going for holiday shopping. Like I said earlier, comfort is key so save your lovely pair for the family get together where you’re not running after clothes in great deals.

I personally like wearing no-lace boots because they’re easy to wear and stylish at the same time. Laces could be fun too but make sure to keep them loose so that you can conveniently try on any pair of shoes.

Holiday Shopping Outfit Essential # 4 Denim leggings

I would have recommended skirts for their comfort and flair but denim leggings got the top spot for this season because they’re more appropriate for the weather. All of us have surely seen the evolution of denim skinny jeans that later on turned into printed skinny bottoms and other adorable styles. Bring in the holiday cheers in your shopping attire by playing with prints, colors and fabrics.

Do you wear accessories when holiday shopping?

This has also been my question for the longest time. What do think? I’d love to know your thoughts to learn more holiday shopping tips. Feel free to leave your sweet nothings below.

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2 Simple Tips on How to Get Huge Savings on Post-Thanksgiving Holiday Shopping

Is your credit card still sore from all that Thanksgiving shopping? I bet it got more bruises during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. To cure your ailing purse, give it a rest. Think twice before you do some post-Thanksgiving shopping. That seemingly sweet urge might just be an aftermath of the wild and free shopping that you did a couple of days back. That – pair of ankle boots might not be the apple of your eyes after all.

Today, I’m going to share with you tried and tested tips on how to mend your beaten pursue this holiday season. I have 2 simple tips that would help you save tons of dollars while holiday shopping.

Post-Thanksgiving Saving Tip # 1 Think twice before hitting the stores

Before hitting the stores, make sure that you actually need the item that you want to purchase. Think of every possible way to get your hands on that item with having to shell out even a single dollar.

Is this possible? Of Course! Here are 3 tips to get free items this holiday season If you just need a pair of swanky ankle boots for a costume party, you might consider borrowing from your sister or your gal pals. This works best if you’re the ballet flats kind of girl who wouldn't normally wear heels

1. If you’re looking into buying new furniture or things for the home, why not check hand-me-downs for your family home? Twenty-somethings and newlyweds can surely find golden treasures in their family home
2. If you’re on the daring side of the spectrum and you have time, why not go out of your way to ask your neighbors or friends for the things that they’re planning to give away. I’m sure they’d be more than happy to give the item to someone they already know
3. Make it a habit to open your cupboard or your closet to check for the items that you might have. Also, don’t look far – you might just find what you need next door.

Post-Thanksgiving Saving Tip # 2 Is your timing right?

Shopping is no rocket science but getting the best deals on clothes, boots and electronics may need a little strategics. After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, you might be thinking – when is the best time to buy anything?

You can shop all you want during the holiday season. Merchants are exceptionally generous this season and sale events usually go on throughout the season. If you don’t mind rubbing elbows with tons of other shoppers at the mall then go right ahead. You can also stay at home and do online shopping in your spare time.

But make sure to have a long term perspective on things. What I mean is that you have to open your eyes and be aware of possible post-holiday season sale that could offer bigger discounts than what’s out there. More often than not, it pays to wait even for a couple of weeks.

Can you go through your holiday shopping list with just $ 100? If you’re up for the challenge, let me in on your tips, strategies and styles for holiday shopping on a budget.

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3 Simple Ways to Effortlessly Cure Dry Skin This Busy Holiday Season

How's the weather treating you? If you’re like me and many other ladies over the country, then you’re starting to dread this chilly wind that this season brings. These past few days, I've been going out and about in my skinnies, chunky ankle boots and an oversize top or sweater. It might seem like a normal hip outfit but I’m actually trying to hide as much skin as I can.

My dry skin has been forcing me to hide under piles and piles of clothes this holiday season. But to continue on the cheers, I’m going to share with you today a couple of things that I learned and have been practicing to keep this seasonal skin problem at bay. Let me know how these would work for you and please do share this with your family and friends so we can all have a fabulous skin even if it’s the busiest time of the year.

First, stay hydrated. Nothing can beat dry and flaky skin better than the good ol’ H20. Drink it cold or lukewarm, it can surely quench your thirst and help your skin stay supple despite the chilly weather. But remember that drinking gallons of water in a day can only do so much.

Your efforts to keep your skin soft can be made more effective when you also control your alcohol consumption and try to quit smoking. Though these conditions make having good skin pretty difficult – but trust me, it’ll be all worth it in the end. If you want to kick it up a notch, you should also start eating healthy. Mix in more fruit and vegetables in your diet. These natural produce also have a considerable amount of fluids that could keep you hydrated. That is on top of containing vitamins and minerals that will keep your skin and body healthy both inside and out.

And then don’t take a bath. Of course I’m kidding – but truth to be told, taking a bath can dry your skin so if possible, don’t spend too much time in the shower thinking about the most important decisions you have to make in your life. And please take the singing somewhere else too. You can try to launch your singing career at YouTube so better ask Santa for a video camera this Christmas.

But kidding aside, harsh body soaps and even plain water can rob your skin of its natural minerals. The best thing that you can do to prevent this is to shift to rich liquid soaps during the fall and winter season. Your skin should continue to feel like a pair of velvet ankle boots once you make the big change. Another thing that you can do is to use heavy skin moisturizers, lotions or body butter to lock in moisture and hydration.

But if you do decide to take a bath, it helps to exfoliate twice a week. The beads on a body scrub doesn't make your skin dry – it even removes the dry layer of dead skin on your body so you can have that soft and smooth all over.

Do you get dry skin during the holiday season?

Faux snake skin looks great on a pair of boots – but on your skin? It certainly does not. Provide extra care for your skin this holiday season to avoid red patches and flaky skin. Let me know how you show your holiday loving to your skin by sharing your personal tips and tricks below.

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Holiday Fashion: 3 Outfit Must-Haves for Traveling In Style

Are you going somewhere this holiday? No, I’m not going to stalk you. But I’d surely love to know if you have any of the traveling-in-style essentials that I've listed below.

I’m pretty excited to share with you these 3 travel must-haves so let’s get it on. Zip up your favorite pair of chic Bamboo Shoes and let’s start spreading holiday cheers in style.

Holiday Travel Style # 1 Put on something skinny

Have you tried going for a long ride or a 20-hour flight wearing a skirt? Sure, it keeps your feminine flair but was it comfortable? Traveling during the holiday season is nothing like doing so in some other time of the year. Keep in mind that this is the busiest time of the year in possibly every part of the globe. Just so you can be ready for anything, say a delayed flight, it would be best for you to wear pants. You can go for jeans, leather, floral or even a polka dotted one to express your personal style.

Being comfortable is your main goal throughout the trip is your main goal – so skip the excessive Bling or plunging top. Save the fancy outfit for your next night out with your friends.

Holiday Travel Style # 2 Be comfy in flat shoes

Though A-list celebrities have been giving us a lesson or two on how to travel the world in high heels, I’d rather leave that traveling fashion style to them. I’m more of the Bamboo Shoes wearing kind of girl and I love it. Here are 3 reasons why you should love ballet flats and sneakers for travelling:

• Run in the plane, the train or the airport without worrying about a breaking heel
• All you have to worry about is a tired foot – no thinking about aching muscles and foot from killer stilettos
• Get that effortless fashion vibe without trying too much

If you’re not a fan of utterly low pairs of shoes, just go for a pair that’s not higher than 3 inches. This would give you the comfort of ballet flats while maintaining that sexy feel that you so love from high-heeled shoes.

Holiday Travel Style # 3 Cozy up with a scarf and a jacket

Aside from the chilly weather that we’re having, the holiday season is just a wonderful time for snuggling – with or without that special someone.

It’s that time of the year when single ladies all over the country, myself included, can legally snuggle up with their fur coats. But kidding aside, traveling in style requires a couple of accessories that wouldn't easily get lost while keeping you fab and comfortable.

I highly recommend that you skip pilling on bangles and other jewelry pieces when you travel since they can easily get lost. Staying with the basics like a watch, a pair of earrings and a ring or two would be enough. Just get your style on by making a statement with your oversize wool scarf and leather jacket.

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3 + 1 Expert Tips To Keep Your Skin Glowing This Holiday Season

I know that parties, marathon shopping and cocktail drinks are always part of merry making during the holiday season. Without sumptuous food and great drinks, Christmas might as well be just any other ordinary holiday. You can always make the holiday season fun by just gifting yourself with a candy-colored pair of Bamboo Shoes. But without all the glitz, fun and stress – it doesn't feel the same.

You see – this very fact makes me wish year after year that cocktails were made from some magical alcoholic drink that doesn't dry the skin. So today, I’m sharing with you 3 + 1 effective ways to keep your skin healthy throughout this holiday season. Let me know how these tips work for you by leaving me a shout out below.

Great Holiday Skin Tip # 1 Shift to oil-free moisturizers

Dryness is just one of the common skin problems during the holiday season. But another skin care concern that’s taking the spotlight is the outbreak of acne caused by lack of sleep, stress and too much partying. One of the best ways to keep your skin clear, smooth and radiant this cherry season is to trade your regular moisturizer for an oil-free one.

Even if your skin condition is normal on the average, it is very possible to start getting a little bit more oily than usual with your busy holiday schedule. Stop acne before it develops by taking on a special beauty practice this season. Think of it as taking care of that designer pair of shoes that you longed to own.

Great Holiday Skin Tip # 2 Slather on some sunscreen

This is a non-negotiable. Putting on sunscreen does tons for our especially now with the unstable environmental condition where summers are hotter and winters go even colder. Keep in mind that the sun can affect our skin even if we don’t see it directly in the sky. With that, I mean to say that as long as the sun rises – you’re skin would need protection from the sun’s UVB and UVA rays.

Great Holiday Skin Tip # 3 Take loads of water and fruit juices

I've yet to know if Santa Clause would grant this wish of mine this year but until then, it’s inevitable. For the longest time, I’ve been dealing with its effects during the holiday season in two ways. One is that I drink responsibly and second is that I load up on water and fruit juices to wash down my system after a drinking spree. Aside from keeping me dehydrated, these healthier drinks are also refreshing to the taste buds.

ULTIMATE HOLIDAY SKIN CARE TIP: Never skip your nightly cleaning regimen. No matter how tired or dizzy you are, always make it a point to remove not only your shoes but your make up as well to get rid of the dirt and oil that might have accumulated while you were out. This tried and tested skin care tip has never failed so it’s really worth it to give it a try.

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Post-Thanksgiving Dilemma: How Will You Go Holiday Shopping? Online vs. Old Style

Still thinking of whether to accomplish your holiday shopping list online or through the traditional way?

Here’s a short guide to help you find the most efficient way of shopping that fits your lifestyle. It doesn't matter if you still can’t decide on how to get that sassy pair of wedge boots, these 3 tips have surely got you covered. Let me know how this got you to make up your mind by leaving a comment below.

Shopping Dilemma Cure # 1 Online shopping is pretty much the same as going to the mall

I know they should be different but they’re really just one and the same. To look at it at simplest way, buying online or offline is just that – buying so none of them is rocket science when you come to think of it.

The biggest difference between the two is the way of buying a piece of clothing, a pair of boots or whatever it is that you’d like to buy. Online shopping, especially during the holiday season, provides instant access to tens of thousands of products with just a few clicks which makes it very convenient for the shopper. Who wouldn't want to get things done without leaving their home, right?

With convenience being the upside of online shopping, going to the mall has its own perks to like getting to try on and inspect the quality of the product before paying for it. Another advantage of taking a trip to the mall or the retail shop is that you’d be able to take your item home at once after you pay for it. If the shopping crowd is manageable, the longest time you’d wait possibly wait to get the product is like 15 minutes tops.

Shopping Dilemma Cure # 2 Research online, buy offline

A lot people are reaping the rewards of online research when it comes to getting the best deals and finding the right product for their needs. I actually find this way of shopping really help since it allows me to make informed decisions. With tons of product reviews, expert bloggers, price charts and other resources available online, I’m just not sure how anyone can still go to a store not knowing a thing about what they’d like to buy.

Doing online research before heading to the store has been giving me huge savings on many purchases. Aside from giving me the chance to catch special online deals for wedges and other fancy shoes, I also get to compare prices and products that surely give more options.

Shopping Dilemma Cure # 3 Fitting is the best policy

Aside from factory defects, dresses and boots are commonly returned to a store because they just don’t fit right. Remember that in fashion, anything too loose or too tight is less than ideal especially if not’s flattering to your figure. To avoid the hassles of having to return items in a retail store or an online one, make sure to get the measurements right.

Although offline holiday shopping may have an advantage in this area, it is very much possible to get the perfect fit when you shop at a virtual store. The key is to know your size before hand and take time to understand the size chart of the merchant if it doesn't follow standards

Are you up for some cross-channel holiday shopping this year?

Let me know if you’re going to shop in stores or online or both this busy holiday season. Share with me your shopping escapades this past Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales at the comments below.

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Shop for These 3 Best Kept Secrets to Look 10 Pounds Lighter during the Holidays

Will you say grace for a slimmer waist this Thanksgiving? If you’re still a few pounds short of that target weight, I’ll show you in a bit what you can be thankful for. But for now, let’s talk a bit about the huge holiday sale coming on Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

But before you rush down to the malls or troop to cyber stores, remember that great deals are not only available for gadgets but for fashion finds as well like the dresses, accessories and the Bamboo Shoes. Don’t forget to visit your favorite makeup stores and clothing brands to update your wardrobe in a budget friendly way.

Now, here’s that little something that you can be thankful for. With the right clothes you can hide those extra pounds without going on a crash diet. Here are 3 of secrets to instantly shedding off 10 Pounds…

Choose Boot cut jeans. Though this style seems a little bit out of fashion when placed side by side with its skinny brothers, the boot cut jeans never fail to make you look a few pounds lighter. The trick of the trade here is that the flared bottom of this style looks wider than the waist. This illusion created by the boot cut jeans can’t really be replicated by the skinnies and the jeggings because they hug the actual shape of the body not allowing them to mask certain areas.

In choosing a pair of boot cut jeans or a wide-legged trouser, keep in mind that the darker you go – the better. These colors are also able to create an illusion longer and thinner legs.

Wear black. This piece of advice is classic. Nothing can ever beat black in masking a couple of additional pounds. When choosing a dress or a top in this color, make sure that it fits you well.

Clothing pieces that are able to accentuate or highlight the smaller parts of your body like the waist helps a lot in masking a couple of flab here and there. Also, wearing a couple of black clothing pieces in one outfit also brings the same effect. Next time you wear a black top, make sure to pair it with a bag and a pair of heels in the same color.

Look lean and tall in heels. Wearing a pair of kitten heels and a 5 inch Bamboo Shoes creates the same illusion for your figure. No matter how high or low your heels are, they would always add a few inches to your high and lengthen your figure as opposed to our ever trusty pair of ballet flats. As a general rule, pick pairs that are closest to your skin color to allow the vertical line of your body to continue on without getting cut at the ankle.

Creating a vertical silhouette is the key to bring out the leaner version of you. With that said, anything that adds to your height like a pair of heels as well as pieces lengthens your torso including vertical stripes and patterns can help you achieve a figure that’s 10 pounds lighter without having to exercise or undergo a medical procedure.

GOLDEN TIP: In dressing to look slimmer, the name of the game of balance. Always remember that you are looking for clothing pieces that hug the smallest parts of your body like the waist. But dresses, tops, pants and other clothing pieces don’t need to be tight to make you look thin. This would only make it hard for you to move around in your clothes. When you go shopping this Cyber Monday or throughout the holiday season, having a good idea of your body shape as well as your accent areas can make all the shopping easier and more fruitful.

For more Fashion Tips I suggest you Check out: Dress to Ace the Corporate Ladder or Jewelry for a Sophisticated You

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