Why We Hide From the Camera Many women over 40 will say the same thing when asked about the last time they had a photo taken of themselves: “It has been years.” Some haven’t had a professional portrait done since their wedding, others since their children were small....
When was the last time you truly celebrated yourself? Life moves fast—between work, family, and responsibilities, it’s easy to put yourself last. But if you’re over 40, it’s time to change that. This is your moment to embrace your beauty, confidence, and the...
Why You Need to Update Your Headshots this Fall In the world of professional image and branding, headshots are your calling card. They represent not just your face, but your entire persona. As an headshot photographer with a penchant for fun, professional, and modern...
Previously we had done a blog on useful staple items to always have in your weekender getaway bag. While traveling, you definitely want to plan ahead so you’re not left without any essentials (always pack extra underwear!). But what about every other day? Days when...
In the dead of the winter, and in the midst of what everyone is calling the “Polar Vortex,” winter can be a little rough sometimes. Whether your area is normally mild and you go below freezing for the first time, or you’re used to the cold but now buried under feet of...
One of the things I love about the holiday season is the many different parties to attend, large family dinners, and pretty much an excuse to put a little extra glitz and glam on everything around you. Have you stocked up on party dresses for the winter? Sometimes...
Many style and fashion blogs will discuss upcoming trends for the season, which we’ve also covered here. Yet, I’ve realized that regardless of the season, prints and patterns will always be in style. Being able to mix different prints without clashing is somewhat of...
Unless you have been consciously avoiding it, it’s been pretty hard to ignore that Halloween is just around the corner. Last week I mentioned the influx of candy that has been invading our lives, and Halloween costumes have been doing just the same. I’ve noticed it...
This time of year is what I think of as the start of the holidays. Officially, some people say it starts with Thanksgiving, but considering all of the Halloween candy taking over stores, and with pumpkin spice everything coming to coffee shops, October is essentially...
If you haven’t already noticed, with the beginning of fall comes the obsession with pumpkin themed everything. Pumpkin coffee, pumpkin bread, pumpkin butter (yes, butter). Regardless of whether or not you like the flavor, it’s pretty hard to ignore. It got me thinking...
Love all the new fashion trends but hate having to dish out more money every single season to keep up? The great thing about hair and beauty trends is that although they change just about as frequently as our clothes, they tend to cost a whole lot less! Maybe with...
You know it’s officially summer when you’re sweating within five minutes of stepping outside. While I wish we could all be pool, or beach side 24/7 during the summer, it’s not always an option. In honor of staying cool and comfortable, this week I’m sharing some great...
Lately, we’ve been covering a ton of fashion trends, from swimwear to underwear to accessories to rock on the beach, by now you should be the master of 2013’s latest and greatest styles. However educated you may be on what went down the runway, it’s just as important...
It’s not just your garden where flowers are going to be blooming, many underwear and lingerie pieces for spring and summer are featuring floral trends. That can range from big statement prints to delicate details, bright and bold colors or soft pastels. The huge range...
This past week we celebrated Memorial Day. Aside from honoring those who have served our country, past and present, Memorial Day also serves as the official start of summer for many communities. Whether that’s going to the beach, having a cookout, attending a parade,...
Ever see women who look like they rolled out of bed just looking completely fabulous? You know, the type of style that says you haven’t spent hours trying to put an outfit together but you still look like a fashionista. A lot of women refer to this as effortless...
I recently had the pleasure of working with a fabulous model named Nina Day for a bay area portrait photography session. I found her on Model Mayhem and totally loved her look. Think funky, blaxplotation, Foxy Brown, big hair love! Nina brought that and so much more....
Can you believe it’s May already? The month was welcomed in with Cinco de Mayo festivities, and hopefully gorgeous weather that you could celebrate in. As if a holiday that promotes margaritas and guacamole wasn’t fantastic enough, this Mexican tradition will put you...
You may have your nails manicured to perfection, your hair styled in the latest trend, and have the freshest colored makeup, but in the world of fashion and beauty there’s always room for more. Accessories can make or break an outfit, and this week we are reviewing...
Weʼre back with our third installment of whatʼs trendy for Spring 2013 in the hair and beauty department. Make-up trends are similar to nail trends in that there is a lot of playing with color. In the fall and winter we saw a lot of deep, warm, jewel tones that...
