Cate Blanchett and Jennifer Garner look gorgeous in glasses…
* Product Review of the Week:
Glasses are the most overlooked accessory on the market. Even though I personally don’t wear any (perhaps being deaf gives me “spidy-like” vision), but my 5 year old has a pair that she rocks with confidence. So why is that most of us mommas downplay our eyeglasses, instead of embracing their fashion potential? Although eyeglasses sometimes feel like a pesky reminder that we’re not as young as we used to be (along with gravity-riddled boobage, and eating cottage cheese to avoid cottage cheese on our thighs), they are also another accessory. Instead of being afraid of our bi-focaled biology, why not focus on the hidden style potential in your shades.
Buying online eyeglasses is always a good option, because you can find more variety with less hassle. Even though most of my friends recommend Glassesusa.com (where you can get 10% off your next order using the exclusive code Mommy10), the important thing is finding glasses frames that bring out the best in your face. For example, you should never choose colors or materials that don’t flatter your skintone. Think about what shirts or colors earn you the most compliments (in my case it’s turquoise or lilac), and opt for shades in the same…well, shade! If you’re not up for something so bold, choose a material that matches the majority of your jewelry, purses or fashion hardware (so don’t pick gold glasses if you’re closet is full of silver: je comprend?)
* Sound Off: Do you embrace glasses as an accessory?
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Bloggers stick together (swag or no swag)…
* Â Breakdown of the Month: RESPECT BLOGGERS CONTEST
Being defined as a blogger is like being part of a super cool sorority. I am constantly fielding emails from interested friends and creative women asking how to start their blog, how to get important contacts and what will propel their idea from a few words to someone’s favorite website. Working with other women in the quest for success is not a burden or a hardship, but one of the most fulfilling aspects of this profession… who doesn’t want to help another fellow mom or writer?
But even though I love sharing tips for creating your own successful blog, most women need an “in” to get the ball rolling. If you consider yourself a new blogger, a curious content creator or simply someone who needs a leg up, listen up. As part of the Respect Bloggers initiative- a campaign created by myself and Debutante Media to improve PR and blogger relations, and irradiate the misuse of in-home journalists by brands- you now have your “in”.
What You Get (Totally Worth It)
* Access to top brands and sample products through Debutante Media. If you want to review items authentically and work with amazing companies, now’s your chance!
* A long term, substantial relationship with a company that cares. Debutante Media wants to know you. They want to understand your website, connect you with the appropriate brands and work together in the way that agencies should.
If you want to review amazing items and take your website to the next level, make sure to enter this amazing Respect Bloggers contest. All you have to do is….
Blogging isn’t always fun and games…
What You Do (It’s Easy)
* Comment Below: Why do YOU think bloggers deserve more respect?
* Follow @DebutanteMedia and @RespectBloggers (making sure to use the #RespectBloggers hashtag whenever possible).
And don’t forget to save the date for the #RespectBloggers Twitter Party on August 2′nd at 8 PM/EST! Big giveaways, bigger BlogHer scoop and an extra does of the respect revolution (details coming soon). In the meantime, enter fast and get your blog on. 1 winner will be chosen and announced in 7 days… don’t miss!
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Expectant moms Selma Blair and January Jones look amazing…
* BONUS Post Review:
I want another baby. Yes, I said it (my husband is probably weeping while reading this right now). And even though it is not the best time for our family to expand, I can’t help but confess my future aspirations to adopt a child. Of course it will take many years for us to make this dream a reality, but in the meantime, I can’t help but miss one thing about the expectant experience: my baby bump. Despite being painfully sick and miserable throughout most of my pregnancy, I absolutely adored not having to “suck in” anymore as my stomach grew, or getting an automatic upgrade from “negative A cup” to “could pass for a C with good lighting” dimensions. But even though I won’t be buying new clothes to dress my shape shifting body any time soon, I can’t help but love finding cute maternity clothes for other mothers in need.
* If You Want To Look Bumptastic: Very Maternity Dresses
Maternity clothes are not pretty. Unless you go to Target or speciality stores, I’ve found that most pregnancy fashions are frumpy, dumpy and not-so-friendly to your bumpy (I’ve been reading too many nursery rhymes lately). And even if you do find cute styles, they are very rarely in the right size or simply cost more than your baby itself. Instead of worrying about in-store shopping excursions, try shopping online instead. You can find comfortable maternity dresses and flattering pieces, without waddling around an aisle all day (even if you still deny the presence of a waddle), and wasting your precious energy. Kick back, purchase online and get back to the important things in life… like growing a brain or some fingers internally. Where are else will you find a “To Do List” like that?
* Sound Off: Where did you find the best maternity clothing while pregnant? Should adoptive moms get new clothing perks too?
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