by Renae Virata

Here’s a fun way to transition between winter and spring: layered scarves.  Mixing textures, colors, and weights is an effortless way to up your scarf look a notch for easy, casual chic.

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If you want to do something a little more cultural this Halloween, opt for a hauntingly beautiful Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, face. Read the rest of this entry »

by Renae Virata

With Halloween just around the corner, it can be stressful trying to figure out just the perfect costume.  Should you brave the aisles at the local costume shop amongst all the picked-over sexy costumes or end up with something less-than-sexy in favor of something quick?  Why not shop your own closet?  The treasures within your own wardrobe may have just the things you’ll need for a great Halloween outfit! Read the rest of this entry »

by Renae Virata

What do you do when you’re on vacation and having a questionable (or lazy) hair day?  You improvise.  That’s what my gorgeous travel buddy Eva did when we went to the Bahamas.  What I was using as a simple hair accessory to keep my hair out of my face when I worked out she was using as a chic hippie hair band.  Genius!  Check it out below.

This will also be great for outdoor festivals and a fresh look for your next soiree or pool party.  And you don’t have to stick to a plain workout elastic.  Try a beaded version for a little more sparkle.  Read the rest of this entry »

Anyone who’s ever been a bridesmaid in a wedding knows full well what happens to that poofy, sad dress after its moment has passed.  It ends up in the back of the closet in its original dryclean plastic never to be seen by human eyes again (until you clean out your closet or move).  But it doesn’t have to be a total waste!  Here are some ideas on how to find a wearable place in your wardrobe for your old bridesmaid dresses.

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