Beauty Lessons from Grandma

 

“Grandma.” With a sigh, Laurel bent to kiss her. “Will you never grow old?”

“Not if I have anything to say about it.” Her voice was raspy with age and stunningly

sensual. “You’re the same,” she continued, taking Laurel’s hand in her strong, dry one.

Partners

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 Her worldly style was accessorized with a scarf and a smile.

Southern Living

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Despite the lines time had etched, her face was beautiful in the moonlight. The hand

under his was dry with age. And strong. “Miss Olivia, where can I find another like you?”

“You’ve got one under your nose, you slow-witted Yankee.” She settled back in her

chair with a little sound of pleasure.

Partners

Here’s how to avoid ‘dad jeans’

Hope came back through with a man wearing what Ryder thought of as dad jeans—

though his own had never worn them.

The Perfect Hope

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As a catch-all term, “dad jeans” encompasses any pair that’s light blue, higher-waisted, looser-fitting and hypothetically favored by middle-aged men such as Jerry Seinfeld and Barack Obama.

And yet despite being adopted by the cool kids a few years ago as part of the “normcore” aesthetic, “dad jeans” have become a synonym for “outdated.” That’s likely because most men never tossed out their roomier jeans when slim, selvedge denim was in vogue — or learned the difference between old-looking (read: vintage cool) and out-of-date.

Which brings us to how you, sir, can dodge that dreaded buzzword.

NEW YORK POST

At the store...

... I spotted these mismatched earrings for sale...

Guess who they reminded me of? ✋

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Preston noted that the dangles in her ears didn't match and

wondered if it was a fashion statement or carelessness.

The Perfect Neighbor

She ran back out, her feet in another pair of those skinny heels,

her lips slicked with deep pink and earrings dangling. 

Mismatched again he noted

Hair, I do

She’d done something to her hair, he noticed. 

Some kind of braiding deal at the sides that

merged into one at the back.

Where the hell did she find time to do that stuff ?

The Search

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New Haircuts to Get You Excited for Fall

She looked amazing. Every time he saw her was another kick in the gut. 

“You cut your hair.”

“Yeah.” She lifted her hand to the short cap 

with long, spiky bangs. “I had some time,

and it was driving me crazy. What do you think?”

“It looks good on you.” Everything did. 

It set off those smoky eyes that matched the

smoky voice.

The Perfect Hope

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OK, so the back-to-school blues may be no fun, but there’s no denying that there’s something so invigorating about the fall. The air turns crisp, the leaves change color, you bust out the cozy scarves, and pumpkin spice everything. And what better way to mark this fresh start than with a new fall haircut? Not only is it an easy way to change up your look, but it’s also a great opportunity to snip off dead ends and undo any summer-induced damage that’s taken a toll on your tresses.

Real Simple

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"I'm getting my hair cut."

"Going all the way to Jackson for a haircut?" Fist loyalty had him frowning. 

"We've got the Curry Comb right here in town."

The Curry Comb was a two-chair establishment that ran to buzz cuts and poodle perms. 

But Reece smiled a little as she passed him the sugar bowl.

Angels Fall

Halloween Costumes For Couples

“Perfect. I dressed up as Han Solo for Halloween.”

“How old were you?”

“Twenty-seven.”

The Next Always

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Totally Genius Halloween Costumes For Couples

Because it takes two to win Halloween.

YAHOO!

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He saw Avery, long blond wig tied back, tossing dough to the delight

of her audience of pint-sized superheroes, fairy princesses, and ghouls.

“Hannah Montana?” he called out.

She tapped the plastic wood-grained stake in her belt before she caught the dough.

“Buffy the Vampire Slayer.”

“Cute.”

“Not if you’re a vampire.”

Amused, he walked over to the booth of superheroes, checked out Clare. She made one

hell of a Storm of the X-Men, he decided, in a white punk-style wig and snug black skirt

and thigh-high boots.

The Next Always

Classes to teach dads

Amused, Spence lifted his own glass. "She wants her hair curled."

Natasha's puzzled look became a smile; she lifted a hand to her own. "Oh. That's sweet."

"Easy for you to say. I've just gotten the hang of pigtails."

To her surprise, Natasha could easily picture him patiently braiding the soft, flaxen tresses.

Taming Natasha

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Salon holds classes to teach dads how to style their daughters' hair

In a Facebook comment, the salon recommends bringing girls aged 10 and under for the class. Kayla White, manager and stylist at the salon, pointed out how men are sometimes just clueless when it comes to dealing with girls’ hair.

YAHOO!

Saint Christopher Medal

Althea shifted, crossed her legs with a rustle of silk. The silver dangling over his shirt 

was a Saint Christopher medal, she noted. The patron saint of travelers. 

She wondered if Mr. Nightshade felt the need for spiritual protection.

Nightshade

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The Catholic Church honors medals as a form of religious protection. These medals often represent one of our many beloved saints, one of which is of Saint Christopher. The Saint Christopher Medal is one of the most popular around the world because of his significance in the Catholic faith.

The Saint Christopher medal is believed to protect the wearer on his or her travels. For this reason, many people wear Saint Christopher pendants around their necks, on their wrists, and some even hang the medals in their cars!

Who is Saint Christopher?

McVan Blog

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There was the usual pile of loose change on the dresser, along with a

Saint Christopher’s medal. She remembered the gris-gris in his glove

compartment and wondered how many other bases he’d covered.

Heaven and Earth

Handbags that fit in the palm of your hand

Maybe Annika didn’t hit Riley’s goal of lightning round, 

but she managed to buy earrings

—two pair—sandals—one with five-inch heels 

she navigated as if born in them—

a tiny purse that would hold little more than air, 

but had a seashell clasp that charmed her.

Bay of Sighs

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Wayback Machine (archived on 2 October 2016), CC0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=61780469

To say artist Phillip Nuveen has an eye for detail would be an understatement, as evidenced through his creation of perfect miniatures — exacting replicas of luxury items from high-fashion bags to midcentury modern chairs, all tiny enough to sit in the palm of your hand.

YAHOO!

Here's What to Wear to the Kentucky Derby

Quite a picture they made, he thought.

Naomi in her flashy red suit, the daughter in her flashy blue, both blond heads gleaming. 

Like a couple of sexy bookends for the tall dark man between them

True Betrayals

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By Bill Brine (Kentucky Derby 2014-0043) [CC BY 2.0

 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)], via Wikimedia Commons

The Kentucky Derby is the preppy fashion event of the spring. No matter if you're watching the race in Louisville or hosting a Derby-themed party, the key to any fabulous Derby event is dressing the part. Here, we've rounded up the best tips on how to perfect your ensemble for this year's Kentucky Derby.

TOWN & COUNTRY

Hubert de Givenchy, RIP

Onscreen, the actress usually played the frothy, flighty heroine who suited her busty blond looks and guileless blue eyes. 

At first glance it was tempting to typecast her as someone who giggled and wriggled a lot. 

It took Julia less than five minutes to revise her opinion. 

Lily was a sharp, witty, ambitious woman who exploited her looks rather than being exploited by them. 

She was also very much at home in the traditional parlor of the Knightsbridge house, 

looking very cool, very British, 

and very wifely in a simple blue Givenchy. 

Genuine Lies

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“His are the only clothes in which I am myself. 

He is far more than a couturier; he is a creator of personality.”

YAHOO!

The red revolution

'Titian knew what he was doing when he painted that color.'  

Blue Dahlia

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New book celebrates all things ginger and what it really means to have crimson locks

A new book, Ginger Pride – A Red-Headed History Of The World, examines what makes red hair so special – and confirms they really are a unique breed.

The Sunday Post

Celebrity-inspired New Year's Eve looks

Then he saw her. And wondered how he could have missed her.

She’d done something to her hair, Jed noted. Piled it up on her head in a tangle of dark, wild curls that looked just on the edge of control. And her eyes, he thought, watching as she gripped one of her companions’ hands and laughed. She’d painted them up so that they looked bigger, deeper, sultry as a gypsy’s. Her lips, which continued to curve as they moved to form words he couldn’t hear, were a bold, daring red.

She’d worn a black-and-silver jumpsuit with a high neck, long sleeves and sleek legs that fit like a second skin and should have been illegal. The silver beads splattered over it caught the stage lights every time she moved, and flashed like lightning.

As she’d known they would, he mused.

Hidden Riches

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By Esra (http://www.sxc.hu/photo/206921) [Copyrighted free use], via Wikimedia Commons

There's no better way to ring in a new year than looking and feeling your best -- which means it's time to choose an outfit!

AOL

What to Wear on New Year's Eve

He did, however, manage to focus on her. She was wearing a dress. 

He supposed the technical term was dress for the skin of hot red painted on her. 

It showed off that tight, athletic body he'd imagined in ways that might have been illegal in several jurisdictions. She'd left her hair down. Black rain to milk-white shoulders. 

Sky-high heels the same color as the dress showcased slim, muscular legs.

She smelled like cool, secret shadows.

"You look amazing."

"I clean up good if the occasion warrants it." 

Northern Lights

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By epSos.de, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=27942754

Your Christmas dress is already in the bag but the party’s not over yet because New Year’s Eve is right around the corner. 

And, while we tend to go on about how overrated it is, as one of the biggest party nights of the year what you wear really does matter.

INDEPENDENT

Fashionable Masterpieces

"I spent a lot of time studying that face. Then you walked into the room that day,

and I was staggered. She woke up, and she walked out of the painting, and there she is."

"But it isn't me in the painting."

"Ssh. I couldn't think."

Key of Valor

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Artistic Masterpieces Behind Modern Fashion

MY MODERN MET

Transform Women Into Modern-Day Mermaids

He risked a glance, relieved she’d covered everything. “Mermaid fashion?”

“Yes. We like adornments, too.”

Bay of Sighs

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Dazzling Crowns Adorned with Seashells

Floral crowns may be a staple for festivals and whimsical parties, but Chelsea Shiels is taking the world by storm with her mermaid-inspired, seashell-encrusted headdresses. 

The glittering designs are loaded with small conch shells, crystals, and gold accents that will make anyone wearing them feel like Princess Ariel. 

Shiels beautifully integrates her different findings, mixing and matching colors and textures to create multifaceted, wearable works of art that have a modern, bohemian vibe.

MY MODERN MET

Brides around the World

She took his breath away. There was no other way for him to describe it. One moment he was breathing, thinking like any man, and the next, the moment he saw her, everything stopped. Even his fingers went numb. The nerves he thought he didn't have reached up and grabbed him by the throat.

Sweet Revenge

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By Faisal Akram from Dhaka, Bangladesh - Maheer & Progga, CC BY-SA 2.0,

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From India to Indonesia: 

Beautiful pictures of brides show how traditional wedding dresses look around the world

• Many people associate weddings with white dresses and veils
• However, wedding traditions are in fact very different in how they look
• FEMAIL documents some of the most beautiful ceremonies and traditions
• Some brides don colourful garments; others paint their faces and skin

DAILYMAIL 

Wedding Dresses For The Minimalist Bride

A dress, Branna thought, suited to the shower of sunlight and the
glimmer of the moon. Suited for a day of love and promises, and a
night of rejoicing.


Shadow Spell

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Wedding season has just started and we are ready for it. If you are looking for some gown inspiration that doesn’t involve lots of volume and tulle, just keep scrolling.

BLOGLOVIN' 

Dream Dress: Secrets From Real Brides

Ten minutes later, Parker helped hook the back of the gown. “Nobody say a word.” 

She smiled as she said it, but the order was firm.“No comments until Emily turns around and sees for herself. Le's get her thoughts and impressions first this time.” 

“It feels good. I love the skirt.” She smiled nervously at Parker. “The lace and the tulle and the silk and the pattern of the flowers and beads. But I thought bigger, if you know what I mean.” 

“Let's see what you think when you see the full effect.There. The back's gorgeous, by the way. Now deep breath, and turn around to the mirrors.” 

“Okay, here we go.” 

Emily turned, and Parker thought: bull's-eye. 

She recognized the stunned, misty-eyed delight, the awareness, and the change of body language as Emily straightened, lifted her head.

Happy Ever After

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You’ve got the man of your dreams, a show-stopping sparkler, and now it’s time to hit the streets to find the gown you’ve always imagined. It’s a process that we want you to be prepared for, which is why we’ve asked our very own newlywed Editors to share their insider tips on how to find THE DRESS! 

STYLE ME PRETTY

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In the mirror Parker saw on her face what she'd seen on so many other brides. The thrill, the wonder, the glow. 

“This was my mother's wedding gown,” she murmured. “And now it's mine.” 

“Parks.” Mac repositioned, pressed the shutter again.

“You look spectacular.” 

“Happy's what you look.” 

Mrs. Grady beamed at her. “Happy and in love. Nothing fits a bride more truly.” 

“I'm a bride. I'm happy and in love, and I look spectacular.”

Happy Ever After

Man’s Haircut

His hair had darkened and was more a bronzed brown than the sandy mop of his youth. He tended to neglect that as well and, running a hand through it now, winced as he recalled his intention to have it trimmed before leaving Rome.

The guys were going to rag on him about the little ponytail, which meant he'd have to keep it for a while, out of principle.

Chesapeake Blue

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What a Man’s Haircut Says About Him

While some may argue that footwear or the fit of your clothing is the first thing people pay attention to, we’d beg to differ. Hair wields its own measure of power as a focal point. Just as the style of facial hair can spin quite the story — valid or not so valid — about your personality so, too, can your haircut.

A questionable hairstyle can raise just as many eyebrows as a sub-par ensemble. Get acquainted with these classic men’s ’dos, along with a few trending looks, to find your closest cut and what it might be saying about you — we’ll leave the decision whether to go for a new look up to you.

CHEAT SHEET

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"Look at all this," she murmured and brushed a hand at his hair.

"I meant to get some of it whacked off."

"I like it." Tears still trickled even as she grinned. "Very bohemian. You look wonderful. Absolutely wonderful."

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Ethan tugged on Seth's hair. "Long as a girl's."

"He had it in a pretty little ponytail last night," Cam told him. "He looked real sweet."

"Up yours," Seth said, laughing.

"We'll get you a nice pink ribbon," Ethan said with a chuckle


Chesapeake Blue