The Kind Life

Growing up I was always an animal lover. At one point I even was a vegetarian. Being a vegetarian made me aware of not only what was going on in the meat & dairy industries but it made me aware of what I was putting in my body. I may no longer be a vegetarian but that doesn't stop me from caring what I put into my body or how animals are treated. I came across this great website The Kind Life. The Kind Life is Alicia Silverstone's creation. It has vegan recipes and things are "green" friendly. I found this blog/website not only interesting but some of the recipes are delicious! So check it out The Kind Life.

They want your hair.. yes, your hair!

Matter Of Trust is an organization that wants your pets hair & your hair to help with the clean up of the oil spill! You can even see where there is a participating salon in your area!

Gasp! Is this for real? You can buy clothes from Madewell online?

This was music to my ears (well eyes, since I was reading) when I found this out! The new website looks awesome too!

Check it out... Madewell!!

A few picks for summer

(Pictured: Bathing Suit - Victoria's Secret, Shorts - True Religion, Cardigan & Tank - Splendid, Sunglasses - Rayban, & Sandals - Sam Edleman)

5's:

Lauren Dee
Live: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Make up Artist

5 must haves in closet:
1. Black skinny jeans - they go with everything!! vintage t shirts, heels, flats, tunics, tanks...you get the idea
2. black pencil skirt - obviously, you cannot go wrong in a pencil skirt. you can wear it down with a t shirt or dress it up with heels and a nice top.
3. push up bra - i'm dead serious, no matter what size you are your boobs need to look good! Make sure you get fitted by a professional and are wearing the right size bra!
4. white v neck t shirt - weather you got it at american apparel or hanes, there is nothing sexier than a white v neck t shirt. Wear it with skinny jeans, over sized boyfriend style, clean and tight (see item #3), or with a skirt (see item #2)
5. Go - To pair of heels - you definitely need a good pair of heels. You don't need stilettos, just a killer pair of heels that you can wear ANYWHERE. I have a pair of t-strap pumps and any time i can't figure out what to wear I wear them

5 beauty choices:
1. MOISTURIZER!!!! GIRLS. seriously. MOISTURIZER. oil free, non comedogenic, SPF. Doesn't really matter the brand, although honestly you get what you pay for. I like Neutrogena or an organic daily moisturizer
2. Black Mascara- if you don't wear mascara, you have never really seen your eyes. Mascara opens your face up, it makes you look alive. Right now i'm using Tarte's mascara
3. under eye concealer - Hey ladies, just because you don't look like you have wrinkles, they are coming. use a concealer specially designed for use under eyes, they are very sensitive.
4. hairspray - light hold hairspray - cannot live with out you. You hold my bangs in place, make my hair voluminous, and you help stop frizz. I love you.
5. chapstick - oh i know how boring....but seriously. chapped lips are gross, man. no one wants to kiss dry, flaky lips. Take care of your kisser, k?

Jessi Vaillancourt
Live: Los Angeles, CA
Occupation: Stylist/Musician

5 favorite closet must have:
1) Vintage Harley/Rock tee's (must be extra soft and faded) WHY? because they are super comfy and can be dressed up or down
2) black leggings WHY? comfy & they make my butt look cute
3) combat boots (doc's) WHY? because who doesn't love the 90's
4) simple black dress WHY? it is always a go-to item for cocktail parties or a night out on the town
5) leather jacket WHY? i love the biker look mixed in with some floral prints or some classic 90's flannel.

5 favorite beauty choices:
1) black eyeliner (cover girl basic black) WHY? i love the dark chic look of a smokey eye
2) heavy mascara (DIORSHOW) WHY? i dont even care if its clumpy, lots and lots of mascara gives the best dramatic look
3) blush (MAC desert rose) WHY? strong cheek bones are a MUST and this color is perfect on everyone
4) perfume (dior "j'adore" or juicy couture) WHY? i think every girl should have a certain scent that defines them and makes boys (and girls) swoon when they walk in the room.
5) HAIR EXTENSIONS! WHY? i love long think beautiful hair and with extensions everyone can achieve that.

Slap me on the wrists or put me in time out... I've been a bad blogger! I promise to do a better
job of updating!