05/10/12

Show Mom You Care Without Breaking the Bank!

 

Find yourself gifting Mom with flowers year after year? Break the routine and shake things up this year. We’ve got some fun, creative ideas for Mother’s Day to make Mom happy and prevent you from  breaking the bank!

Show off your culinary skills. There’s nothing like a homemade meal and a simple gesture like this that really shows you care. Have Mom start the day with this yummy batch of chocolate chip pancakes: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/chocolate-chip-pancakes/

Spend the day powered off. Take a break from Facebook and your iPhone and spend some time with mom. Enjoy some nice fresh air;  go on a local hike or take her to a nice place with a picnic basket full of her favorite foods! Trust us, time spent with you will be her favorite gift!

Movie Night! Line up a few rom-com movies in your Netflix queue for a girls’ movie night! Mom will love having a cozy night in watching movies that were chosen with her in mind! http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/05/08/the-best-mothers-day-movi_n_568160.html#s88877&title=Terms_of_Endearment

Girl’s Trip! Plan a fun evening or daytime activity that Mom could spend with her friends! Try gifting Mom with a trip to the movies, museum tickets or nice lunch at her favorite restaurant.

Play Cinderella for a night and finish all of the house chores that usually fall onto Mom’s plate before she wakes up. She’ll be thrilled to start her day with this “to-do” item checked off her list!

Wishing all the Moms out there a Happy Mother’s Day!

 

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05/10/12

A Fashion Guide to Graduation

 

When it comes to graduation fashion, don’t let that boring cap and gown get you down! Whether you’re celebrating your own graduation or a friend or  family member’s we’ve got some styling tips to help you choose the perfect outfit for the occasion!

Make Sure Your Outfit is Practical. If your heels are too high, they might sink in the grass while you’re walking up to receive your diploma. If your dress is too short or too low cut, you’ll easily wind up on everyone’s “fashion don’t” list. Also, keep in mind that you’ll be sitting most of the time during the ceremony, and possibly in direct sunlight, so comfort (and sunscreen) is always key!

Go Bold! Try color blocking. Choose an outfit made up of several bright blocks of colors juxtaposed against each other. Just remember to keep the cut classic and let the colors speak for themselves! http://www.togandporter.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/colorblocking.png

Maxi-mize the Moment! A fun maxi-dress, preferably with an outrageous print on it, is an easy-to-wear option.Just be sure the length isn’t too long – you don’t want to trip on your way to the stage! Pair the dress with simple jewelry and hair for the perfect ensemble! http://www.glamour.com/fashion/blogs/slaves-to-fashion/2012/04/daily-outfit-idea-how-to-wear-5.html

Pack a Citrusy Punch! Oranges and tangerines add the perfect pop of color, but we especially love when the hue is the main focus of any outfit. Try a wrap dress or comfy tunic in this bright color. http://thestylerundown.com/?p=3141

Make Your Makeup Memorable! Keep your makeup light if the ceremony is outdoors, or else you’ll end up sweating most of it off. And don’t forget to use waterproof mascara that will stay in place if you shed any tears! Check out our spring skincare for some additional beauty inspiration: http://mycleanscene.com/blog/2012/spring-skincare-trends/

Enjoy planning your outfit and have a wonderful graduation celebration!

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04/25/12

Finals + Stress = AHHHHHHHHH

We know how stressful exams can be and all that worry can easily lead one stressed-out girl! Follow a few of these tips to keep you calm, collected, and on you’re A-Game during finals this year!

Start your day by feeding your brain! Try this yummy meal for breakfast: a handful of berries (vitamin C), six to eight ounces of low fat yogurt (calcium and magnesium) and a slice of whole grain toast with natural peanut butter.

Take a break! Brains get tired and need a distraction sometimes, even if it’s just watching a funny YouTube video. Indulging in a quick break will give your mind a second to relax.

Get Connected. Don’t avoid everyone and shut yourself in your room through exams. When managing your study schedule, allot some free time for a fro-yo trip with friends!

Put down your phone! Constant multitasking is sometimes necessary, but can also cause us to lose focus. Take a few minutes a day to unplug from the computer and phone for a healthy and very much needed mental break.

Eat “Brain Food.” The omega-3 fats in salmon (often called “brain food”) as well as other fish, walnuts, flaxseeds and olives help keep your mind sharp!

Activate those endorphins! Hop on that treadmill or go to that yoga, even if it’s just for a few minutes. Having a daily exercise ritual will help you sleep better at night and keep your brain sharp in the morning.

Get to bed! Your body and brain are affected by the quality and amount of sleep you get at night, which determines how well you can deal with stress. Turn off the TV one hour before heading to bed to help your body and mind relax and help prep your brain for sleep.

Go easy on yourself. Adding external pressure to the real pressure of exams is not going to help your cause, so do the best you can and acknowledge that giving it your all is exactly what you should be doing.

Best of luck on all your exams this year!

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04/25/12

Switch Up Your Style This Summer!

Summer is almost here! With the weather warming up, now is the time for bright colors and new looks – not only with your clothing, but with your hair and makeup too! Here are 5 of the most popular trends  you’re sure to see everywhere this summer:

Braids: Braids are back! There are endless ways to incorporate them into your hairstyle. You can pull all you hair together for a classic side braid just like our favorite girl Katniss. Or try including a few little braids into your updo.  It only takes a few minutes, but will look like you spent hours working on it! http://thebeautydepartment.com/2011/08/the-long-the-short-of-it/

Neutral Eyes/Bright Lip: We’re seeing bright pops of color everywhere and now is the perfect time to brighten up your lips! Have a little fun with your makeup and make a statement. Whether you choose hot pink, red or bright coral lips, pair it with neutral eye makeup so you don’t end up looking like a clown. Most importantly, make sure your lips are smooth and hydrated before you apply any color to help the look last all day.

Neon Nails: Nails are the easiest way to change up any look for the season and we couldn’t be more excited that bright neon polishes are staying through summer! Nothing says bright sunshiny days quite like  lime green nails or some hot pink polish on your toes.

Top Knot Bun: We all know how the story goes… you spend all day at the beach or lounging around the pool and then your friends decide to go to the mall or out to lunch, but your hair is a MESS! What’s a girl to do? Nothing a simple top knot bun can’t fix! Try throwing your hair up into a top knot and be amazed at how quickly your look goes from hot mess to super chic. Here’s a helpful how-to on getting this look in a flash: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZQ-uZAEgi0&feature=related

Bright Eyeliner: What’s the quickest way to spice up your eye makeup without putting too much time and effort into it? Try rocking some bright eyeliner! Start off by lining your top lid with black eyeliner. Next, add a line directly on top of it with your favorite bright colored eyeliner. Use the same eyeliner to line your lower lid and voilà! You’re ready to rock the summer season! http://glowtdotcom.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/img.jpg

Now go out, sport some of your favorite looks from the list and get ready for an amazing summer!

 

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04/18/12

Earth Day: Upcycle Your Clothes!

We all know recycling, but are you into upcycling? It’s the latest in eco-friendly fashion – making your old clothes new again through creative styling. In honor of Earth Day, try out a few of these trendy spring looks created by upcycling your winter clothes!

Turn your slouchy winter sweater into a fun knit beach bag! http://frugalliving.about.com/od/craftsgifts/ss/Sweater_Bag.htm

The scarf that kept you warm all winter can be used as a sarong with your bikini, a mini for day, an evening wrap and more! http://i.americanapparel.net/storefront/images/altimages/rsa2502.html

Turn your jeans into a skirt by following these easy instructions! http://fun.kyti.me/index.php/2011/08/back-to-school-jeans-skirt/

Repurpose your old tee shirt into a super-cute cropped jacket! http://wobisobi.blogspot.com/2011/03/project-re-style-12.html

Happy Styling and Happy Earth Day everyone!!

Show us how you are upcycling your clothes by posting pictures of your creations on our Facebook page! www.facebook.com/mycleanscene

 

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