Nail Trend: Mixed Media Nails

Alicia 10 years ago, heck!  even 5 years ago would NEVER wear different nail colors on different nails!  Jigga what!!!  Def would of considered it tacky and gaudy…esp on my long nails.  Let alone multiple colors, patterns, textures, etc…  Let’s just say times, they are a changing because this girl now feels boring with a…

Lake Nails – Peach and Blue

When I knew I was going on the houseboat at Bullards Bar I knew I had to do a mani/pedi in relaxing on the lake, barefoot all day err day type of way.  I knew I didn’t want neons or brights because being surrounded by such natural beauty I needed something more muted and relaxed but…

Take Me Traveling – Bullards Bar

Making my mark. on the world requires the proper tools.  This massive reversible beach tote and its perfectly shaped companion took me to Bullards Bar, one of the most beautiful lakes in Northern California.  All my lake essentials fit in this nautical stripped tote, perfect for my houseboat excursion and my makeup traveling needs were…

4th of July Hangover – Nails and Week O’Nautical Nightcap

I know, its Tuesday… which means anything 4th of July vacation related is nothing more than a memory.  Well, a memory and some awesome pictures!  Since we’re (well I at least) am back to the normal grind I can take the time to reflect on the sparklers that were the 4th on a Wednesday followed…

Week O’Nautical – White As A Sail

With the 4th falling on a Wednesday it really makes working on a Tuesday tough!  Helping me get through it is my Tuesday nautical look that pulls double duty!  A crisp lwd for work translating into play for some pre-4th activities. This little white dress is a stiff cotton, somewhat reminiscent of a sail to…

Week O’Nautical – 4th of July Edition

The summer is flying by, just like it does every year…  The 4th of July is days away and it feels like Memorial Day was just yesterday!  I’m not complaining because the 4th is my favorite summer holiday, it’s usually mega hot (unlike Memorial Day), there’s still plenty o’summer left (unlike Labor Day) and there’s…