Beautynthebronzer: style

Enter Slide 1 Title Here
Enter Slide 2 Title Here
Enter Slide 3 Title Here
Enter Slide 4 Title Here

Showing posts with label style. Show all posts

Thursday, February 6, 2014

Agave Healing Vapor Iron Review + Demo

By Beautynthebronzer 10:40 AM // No comments

Hey Beauties,

I recently received this amazing flat iron from Agave Healing Oil! It is their Healing Vapor Iron and it is seriously the coolest flat iron I have every owned! Check it out!!

XoXo,
Amanda

Beautynthebaby| Week 26 & 27 - Leaking Boobies?!?

By Beautynthebronzer 9:07 AM // 2 comments

These past 2 weeks flew, I am pretty sure it is all of the holiday hustle and bustle, but that has finally come to an end. Baby girl got some gifts for Christmas this year already! She is going to be super spoiled. She's our first obviously- but she's also my parents first grandchild and my husband has a niece but she's 24...so pretty much she's a first for us all! There hasn't been any babies around in such a long time. This baby girl has been on the go lately and is moving around most of the day. I am so happy about that. Sometimes she kicks or punches so hard that it shocks me a bit.

Next week is the big week! The third trimester and I must say that it has really put a fire under my ass because now I feel like we have so much ground to cover. I am pretty confident that I will carry full term, but you never know. SO, I have been feeling the need to make sure everything is done by mid February just in case this little one wants to make an early cameo. I haven't really had any indications of pre-term labor risks but I am a huge planner and the fact that this is totally out of my control is kind of making me a little anxious.

I haven't been able to work out as much with the holidays but I plan to get back on track with that. I may have skipped a gym day or 2 these past couple of weeks. I don't want to just stop going so I really am making the effort to keep my schedule. I have a workout buddy now from work and that has been helpful. She's not pregnant but we work out twice a week at the gym at our job. This has been so great for me because I can go right from work- no extra stop and I finish earlier then I do when I drive to the gym in traffic. Then I've been going to my gym the other day. I needed the extra motivation.

In other news- we have our hospital tour scheduled for January 30th!! It's getting realer by the day!

Symptoms & Cravings

All I want to eat is oreos and pizza lol. That would be living the dream if I could actually do that. I really feel like for the most part my cravings have tapered off though. It's been so much easier for me to make healthier choices lately and I think more about what I am giving to the baby. There isn't anything that I must have right now or I will hurt someone. I wonder if that will change as I get into the 3rd trimester.

Symptoms wise it's been the same with mostly indigestion and that kind of thing. Sleeping has been somewhat of a huge adjustment and I really wish I could get that under control. I can't fall asleep, it takes forever to get comfortable, my indigestion is really bad at night, and I all together just can't move as quickly so switching from side to side is like a major workout. My pregnancy pillow isn't even as helpful anymore- I am guessing it's still better then not having one but I remember when I first got it feeling like I was on cloud 9 and sleeping so great! Now, it takes me a long time to get comfortable in it.

I also feel like I may have developed some sort of breathing problem while sleeping. My husband said it's called snoring. LOL I actually don't think that's it. I often wake myself up out of my sleep with what I guess is a snore but I feel like is me gasping for a big breathe. I'm going to talk to my doctor about it but I am sure they are just going to say that's normal....like every other weird pregnancy symptom....it's normal!

And then of course there is my leaking boobs! I am like is this normal?!? Them leaking so early?! I am hoping that this means I will have a good supply and not that my baby will be here too soon. I don't even know if that means any of that...also a good question for the doctor I guess.

BumpWatch

I'm starting to feel like a whale and like it's harder to look cute these days lol. But as long as my baby is healthy I am ok with that- and she is definitely growing. Check out the bumps for week 26 and 27!

My Christmas OOTD

Me and my mister! <3

XoXo,

Amanda

Beautynthebaby| Week 24 & 25- What is that?!?!

By Beautynthebronzer 7:47 AM // No comments

These last couple have weeks have been flying- I guess we've just been so busy with the holidays and preparations for that. It was kind of a blur to be honest. That and the fact that my pregnancy brain is in full effect and I can't even remember what I wanted to blog about lol. The drawback to doing these biweekly- I need to start taking notes. Let me think...well I am now just a couple weeks away from my 3rd trimester!! SO crazy- I can't even believe that we will be seeing our little angel in 3 months! We're are getting her room going and my mom and I are getting started on some DIY projects. I will probably be taking some pictures and filming some of those to share with you all on here. I am pretty excited about that!

Since we are nearing closer to the final stretch- I had my husband watch a delivery video on YouTube, I picked one that wasn't terrifying to ease him in. Which I am now thinking was a bad idea because after he said that wasn't so bad...how bad can contractions really be?! LOL not the idea I wanted him to get....that this was going to be a walk in the park for me. Meanwhile, I was looking through the videos horrified and like "WHAT IS THAT?!?!"Oh well, I won't hold back next time!
Also, my little munchkin has been kicking and moving a WHOLE lot. Especially in church on Sundays. That's her most active day of the week. My husband can feel it now and not only can we see her little kicks and jabs- we've been able to actually see her move. Which is so strange but amazing at the same time. I just sit back and watch the show at night!
I've still been working out- I am just finding that I am sore for much longer and it works better for me if I go every other day- instead of back to back days. I am really slacking, but I need to get into yoga- ASAP!
Symptoms & Cravings

Let's see, what I have I been craving. Sweets....and more sweets. Horrible I know- but it is the holidays so they are everywhere! I promise to do better after the New Year! I have noticed that I have been getting a lot more lactose induced nausea though. Which explains my lack of interest in cereal and ice cream. It just hasn't been settling well.

All of my recent symptoms have been food related too! I have had indigestion and horrible gas (in the burp form) like non stop burping. It's just so not cute- but most of the time I can't even control it. It just comes out mid-sentence literally. I am also not sure if I am having indigestion or reflux- because most of the time when I eat- I won't even be feel full- but I feel like I am about to puke up my food or something. It's been really annoying. Especially in the evening when I am not moving around as much.

Sleep....who needs it....lol I guess I don't because I haven't been able to fall asleep like I used to. I am still grateful for my pillow because I do get a comfortable rest when I do fall asleep. But I have been finding myself up late most nights. I read in one of my pregnancy books that moms to be get insomnia and that it could be their bodies getting prepped for those sleepless nights with baby. I don't know...sounds legit.

I have also been noticing the swelling more regularly. My feet for sure- almost every evening. My husband rubs them for me- so that's been nice.

BumpWatch

I am getting HUGE! Lol I have lots of pics this week. We will call it my maternity week in fashion ok! I've almost fully converted over to dresses, skirts, and maternity pants. None of my dresses are maternity, but my non maternity pants are so uncomfortable under my belly. I'll wear them but I really prefer no to. Also, at 6 months I am finding that shirts aren't long enough anymore and I need new workout clothes!

Holiday Party Outfit
Faux Leather Leggings| Forever 21
Love 21 Blouse| Forever 21
Nude Pumps| Steve Madden
Luxury For Princess Hair Extensions
use code AMANDA for a discount

One of my last gym shirts that doesn't stop short lol!

XoXo,
Amanda

Beautynthebaby | Week 20 & 21 -The GLAMbaby....

By Beautynthebronzer 11:46 AM // No comments

Just an FYI- I am actually 22 weeks- I write this after the week closes...just in case that wasn't evident. I thought of it because I watch update videos and they are usually filmed on the actual week...random and no one cares but I thought I'd clarify.

On week 19, we finally got to share the gender with our families and with all of you the following week! They all got their cards and loved them. Super excited that I am having a girl- my grandmother affectionately calls her her GLAMbaby. So cute, I love it!

I always knew that- one night I had a dream about my aunt that just passed and I had this feeling that I was having a girl! I woke up and told my husband-it's a girl, I feel it. But I didn't want to bank on that feeling and with everyone telling me it was a boy, so when I found out it took a while for it to sink in that it was actually a girl. I just cannot wait for her to get here!!

I definitely feel a greater connection with her, like I knew I would. Not only is it because we know a little more about the munchkin- but she's getting bigger and stronger and I can feel her so much! It is really the greatest feeling ever and it instantly puts a smile on my face.

Something else that has been putting a smile on my face- SHOPPING!! I can finally get stuff knowing that it's a girl! I am starting a little collection- in addition to the huge collection my mom has already accumulated (first grand baby = spoiled rotten). Every morning when I see her little onsies or shoes I just cannot help but touch them and imagine them filled with her little tiny body! Ok, I'll stop being so mushy! LOL I guess it's one of those hormonal days!

Anyways, I have still been keeping up with my workouts and I have noticed that my body starts getting a little more resistant after a while- like after I am on the elliptical for 30 minutes my sides cramp a bit. I just listen to my body and switch machines.

In other news, I've been trying to get my head around birthing and have been really wanting to get more knowledge about labor, delivery, and breastfeeding. Not that I didn't want to know that before and I still do have like 4 1/2 months but before I definitely felt like it was too soon. Now I feel like I am ready to explore. In January my husband and I are planning on taking some classes and we will be going on our hospital tour late January. I am confident that I will carry full term, but you never know and I don't want to wait too last minute to prepare for things.

I recently watched the movie " The Business of Being Born" and "More of the Business of Being Born," this movie scared me but it was definitely food for thought and I am glad I watched it. They made a lot of valid points and it doesn't hurt to have as much knowledge and perspectives about all of your options. I do recommend it for mom's, new definitely!

Symptoms & Cravings

I have been having some serious gas, and I can't say that I am enjoying that. Sometimes it is so painful- like I haven't experienced. Also, burping mid sentence isn't exactly endearing... Blame the bump..I have also been retaining water a bit- I talked to my doctor about it and she did confirm that. I don't feel like I am super swollen, think Kim Kardashian, but I have noticed swelling in my feet, indention all over my body from clothing or anything touching it, and it's increased my weight a bit. I've got to take some responsibility for that though because my doctor was asking about my diet and and the foods that I crave are high in sodium! Soups, sandwiches (sandwich meat), Lean Cuisine pizzas... so I am going to make a bigger effort to watch that intake. I also am going to give up on my sugary cereals. I haven't been craving them as much so I think I am ok with that. My latest craving that I have yet to indulge is Oreo Cheesecake....OMG I am dying for some. I think I will let myself have a few oreos and milk instead and see if that kills it!

BumpWatch

I am still fascinated at how different my bump looks from week to week. It's not just a progression like you would think. Sometimes it looks smaller then the week before. It must be the water retention... who knows.... I am measuring a week behind- but my doctor said that's ok and we are on target!!

and some OOTD pics...

What I wore to see Best Man Holiday last weekend

Sweater: Forever21

Jeggings: JCPenny juniors (old, non-maternity)

Boot: Just Fab

and a work outfit from this past week..

Sweater: Pink Blush Maternity

Tank: Express

Jeans: Target (old, non-maternity)

Shoes: Target

This sweater was sent to me from Pink Blush Maternity- they've got some great and AFFORDABLE fashion finds!! LOVE their site!!

XoXo,
Amanda

Beautynthebaby|Gender Reveal Photos

By Beautynthebronzer 7:45 AM // 2 comments

Hey Beauties!

About 3 weeks ago, we had my bestie Aleysha come over and do some simple gender reveal photos for us so that we could share the sex of the baby with our family in a fun way. I would have LOVED to throw a party, but pretty much my entire family lives in Massachusetts and and my husbands family is smaller and spread out all over the place.

For weeks I looked on Pinterest getting ideas for the photo shoot, there were sooo many cute and creative ideas on there. Honestly, since baby, Pinterest has been my guilty pleasure- especially for the baby room design.

I had some that I really loved, I'll show them below- but I knew that they were going to be a little more involved and prying my husband away from the TV during Sunday football was not going to be easy.

So, my final decision was to make it as easy and painless as possible and focus on the baby shoes. My husband for the win.....I was happy with the results!

Anyways, here are the photos from the shoot!!

The final product....

This photo is pic one of 3 for a pic collage I will be doing. The 2nd one will be my HUGE bump and the 3rd will be my baby :) - thanks Pinterest! Lol My house is going to be full of pictures thanks to Pinterest!

Here are some pictures from Pinterest that I got my inspiration from

Have any of you done photos like this during your pregnancy or plan to? It was really fun and I feel like I've found the importance of capturing these moments because I want my daughter to have them forever!

XoXo,

Amanda

Fall Fashion: Neons

By Beautynthebronzer 12:53 PM // 3 comments

Hey Beauties!

I have been on a fashion high lately- mainly because finding outfits that are bump friendly without compromising my personal style has been important me. Stretching my non-maternity clothes takes a lot of creativity.. and with the help of my new Pinterest, I have been feeding my addiction.

Neons are still trending for fall this year- which I am loving because it's a nice way to work some color into my otherwise dark fall wardrobe -and it looks very chic and modern in my opinion! Neon yellow happens to be my fave- if you can't already tell! Here is how I incorporate my neon accessories into my wardrobe while also styling the bump!

Neons & Stripes

The perfect outfit for a girls night or dinner date! Fall in Georgia is not exactly cold- so this dress is totally fall appropriate! I love stripes all year long and I love how neon looks with the pattern in black and white.

Dress: Target (old)

Shoes: Forever 21

Clutch: Aldo

Extensions: SophiaG

Work Appropriate Neon

This outfit is super work friendly, I wore it a few weeks ago and got plenty of compliments. And this blazer... it's everything! One of my favorite purchases last fall!

Blazer: Target

Skirt: Target (Liz Lange Maternity)

Bag: Just Fab

Shoes: Target

Necklace: Forever 21

Tank: Express

Extensions: SophiaG

Casual Neons

I love this super casual look! I love this blazer, it has great shape because of the shoulder pads! And you can't go wrong with ripped jeans...just saying!

Blazer: Forever 21

Jeans: Forever 21

Shoes: Forever 21

Necklace: Forever 21

Bag: Just Fab

Extensions: SophiaG

If you would like to see more fashion posts- let me know in the comments below!

XoXo,

Amanda

Must Have Monday: Hightlighters

By Beautynthebronzer 6:27 AM // No comments

Hey Beauties!

This week on Must Have Monday, I am talking about all my fave highlighters! Whoop! I love a good contour and highlight-- total upgrade on the face! Here are some that I just love and there is a good mix of high and low end products here. Did I miss one?!? Let me know about your MUST HAVE highlighters in the comments below. And don't forget, leave any of your suggestions for Must Have Monday down there too!!

XoXo,
Amanda

*Products mentioned are listed in the info bar of the video

Happy 4th of July!!

By Beautynthebronzer 7:28 AM // No comments

Hey Beauties!

I hope everyone has a happy and safe 4th of July! We will be having a rainy one, *eye roll*, it's been raining non-stop here in Georgia! But I am refusing to let that ruin my holiday! This year it seems like I've seen SO much more patriotic inspired beauty and fashion looks and I must say I love it! If you're in need of some inspiration I made a couple of sets on Polyvore that can get your creative juices flowing girl!

American Beauty

The most classic take on 4th of July makeup is a blue wing, silver glitter on the lower lash line, and a red lip, of course! This look is my favorite because it is wearable but still has an edge. LOVE!!! For those of you that want to go more daring, switch your color placement around...do blue lips or reach for some violent eyes or fun lashes like the ones pictured below!

Here is my RiRi Woo Makeup Tutorial, it's super easy and can be adapted for that classic 4th of July look. All you need to do is swap out the black gel liner used for a blue one, like the NYX cobalt gel liner pictured below. Instant patriotic glam!

For those of you wanting to make a bigger statement and want to have some fun, you can try this easy flag inspired lip I created last year ( it wasn't for the 4th, I was sick and shut in at the time---what else would I be doing?!?).

Lip Recipe:

Blue lipstick * I subbed blue gel liner from Ulta because I didn't have a blue lippy
Jumbo Eyeliner Pencil in White or Silver * NYX Milk would be great
Red Lipstick * If you don't have a red lippy on hand...shame on you!

Get creative!! Honestly makeup is so versatile, use what you have and work it out!

Stars and Stripes

You beauties all know, I live for a cute nail design! I usually try and stick to more wearable ones because of work but I love being inspired! Here are some really cute 4th of July approved manis (and a pedi). Which one is your favorite?!? I can't choose!

All American Apparel

This year high waisted shorts are HUGE-- and they are especially cute for the Fourth! American flag apparel has been popping up all over the place and all year round at that! Nothing is more tried and true for the fourth, so roll with the trend!

RED.WHITE.BLUE.

Not into draping yourself in a flag?!? Go for more classic styles to pull together the perfect patriotic look!

Have a safe and happy holiday everybody! Stay inspired!

XoXo,

Amanda

Fourth Inspired Makeup by beautynthebronzer featuring maybelline lipstick

4th of July Nails by beautynthebronzer featuring a holographic nail polish

Trending: American Apparel by beautynthebronzer featuring a short t shirt
Red.White.Blue. by beautynthebronzer featuring keds shoes

Trending: Hair Accessories

By Beautynthebronzer 8:42 AM // No comments

Hair Pins, Flower Crowns, Gypsy Headpieces, Bows, Embellished Headbands

Hair accessories have been a growing trend this past year. One of my favorite actually, because it is an easy way to take your simple hair style up a notch and totally be on trend at the same time. The trend is not limited to these styles either, these are just some of my favorite. Turbans, scarves, pony tail holders, cute hats, and bedazzled barrettes are all must have accessories!What's the best part of this trend?!? You can easily D.I.Y. most of these accessories. Don't have time for a D.I.Y.,?!? Head over to Forever 21 for some really cute and more importantly, AFFORDABLE finds! Here are some cute ones I found on F21's website, and all the links for everything featured on this post can be found below!

Dying to try the trend but not so sure about how to rock it!?! Check out how some of our favorite celebs have been putting their hair accessories to work.