Chin Up!

We've all had days where we just don't feel good enough. Keep this little comic on hand to remind yourself that you're AMAZING!


Pst! Check out Sarahseeanderson on Tumblr for more funny stuff!

More Swimsuits!

Different styles and prices to fit peoples budget!

Love,

Lindsay <3

An Outfit for Change

Hello Darlings!

I apologize for the static the last few weeks. I've just started a new full time job, and I'm also a full time student, so January has been crazy for me!

Since I've been slowly loosing my mind, I've been resorting to comforts to get me through the stress, and praying the take out sodium doesn't puff me out too much.

My comforts always start with a hot cup of tea in the morning, followed by cozy clothes.

Not the prettiest, but it's so comfortable!

Comfortable flats are my go-to because of my job. I love these by Born Concept.

What's you comfortable go-to?

More soon!
<3 Lindsay

Winter Favorites

Happy Tuesday Everyone!

I hope everyone had a fantastic Holiday season and made it through with minimal stress. Now that we've barreled through what some consider the highlight of the year, we find ourselves stranded in the middle of winter.

I live in Michigan and in my world winter means bulky coats, frizzy hair and dry itchy skin. Honestly, no matter how cute scarves are, I just don't like winter. But as part of my New Year Resolution I'm aiming to bring my dislike up to at least a tolerable.

And so, here are my so-far-found must haves for winter:

A Structured Coat- No matter how cold it is, please put away your fluffy down coats! They're good for skiing or playing outside with the kids, but I don't feel that really present the best you. Instead look for a wool or wool synthetic that will keep you warm without adding padding. A well constructed coat will have a pattern for a woman's body and should have inward curved lines for the seams. This combination will look fashionable, professional and flattering.

$70 at Sears on Sale. These range from $30-$500 so there's one for every budget.

A Conditioning Hair Masque- If you haven't heard of these you're in for a treat! This are thick conditioner like substances that you use on your hair to pack in moisture and nutrients. Since winter is so drying you may find your hair feeling dull and brittle. Mine gets to the point where I actually battle static throughout the day. A hair masque will help with all of this, and I suggest using one about once a week (more or less for your personal hair type). It sets a healthy foundation to keep rocking those amazing hairstyles. You can find them at almost any beauty retailer.

Available in individual packages for less then $5.

Lip Balm- Hi, I'm Lindsay and I'm a Lip Balm Addict. I have a tube next to my seat on the couch, on my nightstand, in my purse, in my car, in the kitchen and at my desk. It's a great habit to put on lip balm year round, but with the dry season I find it extra important in winter (especially if you wear lipstick during the day). If carting around tubes isn't your thing, try at least using an intense balm at night before going to sleep.

EOS Sweet Mint is one of my obsessions

Moisturizer/Lotion- You've probably heard this on repeat, especially with the movement towards healthier skin, but did you know using body lotion can actually help with some common skin problems? Things like keratosis pilaris ("Chicken Skin") and stretch marks can greatly benefit from the added skin elasticity moisturizers provide. And don't forget your face! I know it takes another tube, but your face and neck take a beating every day, and it's one of the first places to show aging. So show some love to your beautiful self!

I try to use unscented in counter scent reactions

WATER- It's a hard truth for most, but if you're seeing signs of drying like rough skin or chapped lips it's a sure sign that you're dehydrated. Even if you drink one more glass of water a day, you could be benefiting your body tremendously. Start early and start drinking water ASAP! And for those of you who don't like regular water, trying finding flavored or carbonated spring water at your major convenience stores.

Good Luck!

<3 Lindsay

Bras and Panties to get NOW

Hello all my lovely curvy ladies!

If you haven't heard already, Lane Bryant is having their Cacique Semi Annual Sale. Cacique is the brand of unmentionables that I always end up back at, no matter how many different brands I try. Their underwear fits great while having a large collection of fun colors and patters, and their bras have the perfect shape and lift from a size 36C to their 46H.

My 5 for $25 Cotton Underwear. So cute!

As the sale name suggests, this sale happens twice a year, and it's big. Bra's are Buy 2 Get 2 Free (originally $32 - $42) and panties are 5 for $25 cotton (originally $12.50 each) or 3 for $30 smooth no show.

If you don't have a Lane Bryant in the area, check out www.lanebryant.com for the same sale. Shipping is reasonable, and I always get my packages fast.

Nervous about trying out a new bra? Read my previous post for guild lines and a helping hand.

And no, I'm not paid to say all this, I just really love Lane Bryant and am shocked at how many people don't know about them yet!

Happy Shopping!
<3 Lindsay

Happy Holidays!

Hi all!

LYC wants to wish everyone a Happy Holiday this season!

We celebrate Christmas in my family and both my parents and in-laws are devorced, so we have four Christmas parties to visit every year. So far we're wrapping up our frist visit and are getting ready to hit the road for party number two.

This year I went with a great silver top I found at Lane Bryant. Since the top is kind of plain, I paired it with some great black and silver accessories to complete the outfit. And don't forget the makeup! I used my same routine with a punch of festive lipstick (as seen here).

What are your traditions for the holidays? Do you get dressed up, or do you prefer to lounge all day?

Have fun and stay safe!
<3 Lindsay

Boots Update

Happy Tuesday!

Remember my post Boots, Go Short? Or Go Tall?

I still haven't found an affordable answer to my personal boots problem, but I was so excited when I came along a post today from an acquaintance, Jamie, about these wide calf boots she found:

Cute right?

So I had to know where they came from. She ordered them from www.onestopplus.com which is a website focused on plus size clothing in all aspects. They first came on my radar a couple years ago while I was looking for a new swimsuit, but I'll admit I haven't looked on the website for a while. So I was very surprised to learn that they had these cute boots on sale!

Check out www.onestopplus.com to see what they offer you. One of the great things I've just been informed of is that they carry boots in a Double Wide Calf. So ladies, if you considered your boot career down and out, think again!

Have you found any great wide calf boots this season? Let me know in the comments so I can keep on with my search!

<3 Lindsay

December MyGlam/Ipsy

Have you heard about the beauty sample businesses that are so popular right now? The most popular one is called Birchbox, and that's the one I started on, but recently these services have popped up across the web. The service I like the most is called MyGlam, though they've recently changed their name to Ipsy, and they without fail offer great makeup products every month.

How does it work? Every month you pay a small fee ($10 for Ipsy) and you receive a package with 4-6 deluxe samples from various brands based on a style profile you fill out. Many times these "samples" end up being full size products! It's really that simple, and considering the retail value of these products separately can end up in the hundreds, it's definitely worth it.

Ipsy for December focused on a look for the Holidays.

I received 5 samples and a bag, all which work beautiful together. You'll notice some big name brands in this collection, which is one of the things that keep me so faithful to Ipsy.

First up is Mirabella Prime face and eye primer. The product is a very silky feeling clear gel that glides on the skin very well. It takes very little to cover a full face and so the tube size is enough to last a month or two. I've been needed a primer for a while and this is great for your basic primers.

NYX is a brand that I've gained a recent appreciation for. They offer good products are a fraction of the price of most high end brands. This is a little jar of NYX Pearl-Mania Loose Pigment Eyeshadow in Baby Pink. I've never used loose eye shadows before from my fear of it being messy, but I was so impressed by this I think I'm going to go out and buy more colors. The color was rich, and with the Mirabella Prime under it I never had flaking or feathering. I just pour out a tiny amount on a paper towel and use a brush to apply. If there is any left, I can scoop it back into the bottle. This is definitely a new favorite!

If you haven't heard of Urban Decay, then you're in for a treat. UD is a brand recommended by so many makeup professionals and I've been impatiently waiting to try them for almost a year. It was so worth the wait! This Urban Decay 27/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil in Perversion is so smooth and pigmented it's definitely worth the investment, and I'll be looking into getting more colors.

Before this months Ipsy I've never heard of highlighter papers, but this Mai Couture Highlighter Papier (yes, it's spelled weird) is literally a booklet with thin papers in it which has highlighter infused into each sheet. This was so easy to use and had such a great application that I would definitely buy it again...if it didn't cost $28. I may not be able to afford this brand, but it's opened my eyes to the wonder of highlighting powder which I will be adding to my makeup arsenal in the future.

The last product is Be A Bombshell Lip gloss in Hot Mess. I had two initial opinions when I found out I would be getting this product. First was excitement at getting a new Be A Bombshell product since I received their Eyeliner in my October Ipsy and I loved it. My second reaction was disappointment since this is the second red lip gloss I've received in three months. I know I should be thankful that I can pull off a true red lip color since many can't, but I only need so many and I'm really not a lip gloss person to begin with. I'd much prefer a lipstick.

Luckily this gloss has great pigment and is super easy to apply cleanly. It didn't smear or shift which made me feel confident enough not to check a mirror every 10 minutes. The only downside is that the color doesn't stay on for super long, but a lot of lip glosses are like that.

With everything provided I just needed to add foundation, mascara and an eyebrow pencil and I had a complete makeup look!

Over all, this months Ipsy was gold! The total costs of all these full sized products equals $93 before tax, and there isn't a product I wouldn't use. Did I forget to mention that every month comes with a cute little bag?

Ipsy is usually a closed subscription service with limited openings every month, but I believe for the Holiday Season Ipsy is allowing people to sign up at any time! So head over to www.ipsy.com and create a profile.

Happy Holidays!
<3 Lindsay

My Current Favorite Sweater

Layering is my favorite fashion staple that never seems to go out of style. It's a great way to express individuality in the fashion world and it can be cost efficient with the ability to create multiple outfits with only a few different pieces.

This fall, fashion is all about sweaters and color blocking. Try to get a few good cami's in different colors to be able to swap out color combinations for different outfits (my favorite it Maurice's Crinkle Cami).

 

Then, when you have your color, find a good neutral over shirt that is fashionable and versatile. My current love is a loose knit dolman top I found at Maurice's. I also have a great blazer that I mentioned before that also works with all my tanks.

Pair it with your favorite pair of skinny jeans and TADA! A relaxed, fashion forward outfit perfect for afternoon brunches.

Next, I'm going forward and getting a cardigan. Honestly, I don't yet know if one will work with my shape or not, but I'll be sure to let you all know how it goes.

Good Luck!
 Lindsay <3

How to wear your scarf.

I’ve been struggling with this post for a few days now. Scarves are one of those fashion accessories that can be talked about forever!

I love scarves. With fall finally here (YAY!) I’ve been busting out my extensive collection and taking stock of what I have for this season. Chunky or thin, a scarf is an excellent accessory, but the sad fact is that scarves can go very wrong.

My sad fact is that I have a ticker, short neck that can disappear very easily with too big of a scarf. I suggest finding a light weight knit scarf in a neutral color to kick off your collection. Neutral colors are much easier to pair with multiple outfits so the investment is minimal.

With a scarf, you can double wrap, tie a front knot, flip over your shoulder, or… well, do almost anything. Since I have such a hard time putting into words how you should wear your scarf, I went and linked my favorite youtube video to help with what is a rather visual art:

Click here to watch it!

Go out, play around, try it on, and find your new favorite scarf!!!

Enjoy,
Lindsay <3