Author Archive: Sara Lugardo
Sara Lugardo
September 30, 2014
Skin and Body
Beauty counters are flooded with a never-ending assortment of creams, lotions, moisturizers and exfoliaters. They can often be costly and involve a long process that entails purchasing a whole line of products. Other skin products require time consuming treatments that…
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Sara Lugardo
September 28, 2014
Clothes
Children’s clothing has become increasingly more expensive because of the designer labels that are now offering stylish and unique items for kids. Although there are a number of high-priced children’s clothing stores, there are also a number of stores that…
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Sara Lugardo
September 27, 2014
Clothes
Ruching is a detail that is favored by women of all ages in a variety of different clothing styles. With so many names for different style designs, it can be difficult to decipher what ruching really entails. Clothing details can…
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Sara Lugardo
September 26, 2014
Makeup
When it comes to the complexities of skin tone, there are more aspects to your complexion than simply evening out skin tone and covering blemishes. Enlarged pores can create an increase in breakouts and cause a distraction in the overall…
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Sara Lugardo
September 24, 2014
Accessories
The term “pantyhose” conjures up a variety of different things from the old school 50’s ads of women hanging their stockings to the elderly women with sagging hose. That may be why pantyhose has seemed to get a bad reputation…
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Sara Lugardo
September 24, 2014
Accessories
When it comes to going out for the night, there is usually a lot of thought put into the outfit, shoes, makeup, hair and jewelry. However, it’s important not to overlook the type of bag you will be bringing with…
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Sara Lugardo
September 24, 2014
Accessories
While most women are familiar with handbag styles like satchels and totes, messenger bags can be a little different. There are messenger bags that are great for a variety of different situations and looks. Messenger bags have become increasingly trendy…
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Sara Lugardo
September 22, 2014
Accessories
Weddings have become a billion dollar industry, whether it’s the designer dresses to the floral arrangement, it seems there are hundreds of categories for when you’re planning a wedding. With the emergence of new companies, new brands and an added…
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Sara Lugardo
September 21, 2014
Clothes
<!–@page { margin: 0.79in }P { margin-bottom: 0.08in }A:link { so-language: zxx }–> Many special events and activities come witha pre-designated dress code, whether it’s a black tie wedding or abusiness casual luncheon. However, there are some activities that arein…
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Sara Lugardo
September 20, 2014
Clothes
Not all companies implement a casual Friday in the workplace, but those lucky enough to have one know how wonderful it can be. Casual Fridays allow employees to have a pass from the regular stuffy attire of the office and…
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Sara Lugardo
September 20, 2014
Clothes
In this difficult economy, it can be more important than ever to stretch your clothing budget and make your clothing items multifunctional. While camisoles and tank tops can be easy to decipher when it comes to using them in multiple…
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Sara Lugardo
September 18, 2014
Clothes
When it comes to work-appropriate clothing, it can be pretty cut and dry for what is deemed business attire for both men and women. However, when it comes to having dinner with your boss, there can be a grey area…
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Sara Lugardo
September 18, 2014
Clothes
Weddings can come with a number of social events, from the engagement party to the rehearsal dinner. However, it can be difficult to decipher what the appropriate attire is for a rehearsal dinner because of the nature of the event….
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Sara Lugardo
September 12, 2014
Makeup
Dark lipstick tones have become more trendy in recent seasons, whether it’€™s oxblood red or deep purples. People with a multitude of different skin tones and complexions can pull off dark lipstick as either a fashion statement or a signature…
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Sara Lugardo
September 12, 2014
Clothes
With summer quickly approaching, the inevitable dilemma of how to beat the heat while looking chic becomes ever present. While it can be tempting to wear skimpy, tight clothing to try and keep cool during sweltering months, tight clothing can…
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Sara Lugardo
September 12, 2014
Clothes
When it comes to fashion icons, most tend to think about female celebrities rather than males. While the Angelina Jolies and J Los may get all the glory, there are a number of male celebrities that are fashion icons in…
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Sara Lugardo
September 12, 2014
Clothes
Sheath dresses first came onto the fashion scene in the 1950s in the style that is still seen today. The 50s had two distinct looks for women’s fashion, one being the tight-waist dresses with fuller skirts and the other being the…
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Sara Lugardo
September 12, 2014
Clothes
Sex and the City had a huge impact on how women’s roles in a modern America were seen. With episodes asking whether or not women were the new bachelors, the show depicted four successful women navigating through life. While each…
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Sara Lugardo
September 10, 2014
Style and Beauty - Other
With summer officially here, it’s finally time to bring your feet out of hibernation and let them get some time out in the sun. Whether it’s walking bare foot on the sand, letting them get some lime light in the…
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Sara Lugardo
September 8, 2014
Style and Beauty - Other
Regardless of whether you are a high powered professional or a stay-at-home Mom, there are a variety of essentials every woman needs when it comes to maintaining and highlighting their natural beauty. These basic beauty essentials aren’t only for the…
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Sara Lugardo
September 6, 2014
Makeup
When applying makeup, it’€™s crucial to have good lighting and an accurate mirror. Makeup products like foundation and concealer are dependent on blending to create an overall natural and even coverage. Everything from lip liners to creating a cat eye,…
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Sara Lugardo
September 5, 2014
Jewelry
Birthstones are derived from Aaron’€™s breastplate, which was worn by the High Priest for the Israelites in the Book of Exodus. The breastplate contained twelve jewels that represented specific tribes. There are differing accounts of how they correlated the twelve…
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Sara Lugardo
September 1, 2014
Jewelry
Jewelry is usually thought of as sparkly pieces of precious metals and stones but the newest trend is wood inlay rings. Wood may not be the first material that comes to mind with jewelry, however, these rings have a huge…
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Sara Lugardo
August 28, 2014
Shoes
While some people think of sneakers as throw-on shoes without any real style, the sneaker industry is a multifaceted, multibillion dollar industry. Ever since the first pair of Jordans debuted in 1985, sneakers have become a way to implement style,…
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Sara Lugardo
August 27, 2014
Shoes
A popular adage among women is “beauty before comfort.” This has been something women were aware of from the time of the cinching corsets to the current popularity of Spanx. However, there are a few areas where comfort should definitely…
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Sara Lugardo
August 26, 2014
Shoes
Shoes can make an outfit — and a major fashion statement. Just as suits are steamed and pressed, there is a certain way to care for shoes that will help them last longer. The following simple tips can make life…
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Sara Lugardo
August 26, 2014
Shoes
Summertime can be filled with outdoor activities, festivals and long walks in the sun. While most people put a lot of time and energy into thinking about their warm-weather wardrobe, little time is invested in summer walking shoes. The humidity…
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Sara Lugardo
August 26, 2014
Shoes
Winter boots can vary according to local weather conditions and a person’s age and gender. The following are some key elements that can narrow down which boots are right for you. Consider the boots’ function. You would not wear every…
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Sara Lugardo
August 25, 2014
Jewelry
April’s birthstone of diamond can be seen as either the luckiest month or the unluckiest, depending on how you look at it. Since diamonds are the hardest substance on earth, they are seen as the most precious of all gems….
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Sara Lugardo
August 25, 2014
Jewelry
The modern notion of the January birthstone is garnet. Unlike other gemstones like amethyst, that only come in one color, garnets come in every color except for blue. Each color type has its own name and description for that particular…
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