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    Spring fling

    Spring is here on the Gulf Coast, and I’m honestly loving it! Beautiful weather equals colorful fashion, and that’s something I’m here for.  As we dive into trends, let’s start with florals. We all remember Miranda Priestly from “The Devil Wears Prada” sneering, “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.” But in this case, it’s kind of true. […]

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    Makeup tricks for big, bright eyes

    I’m so excited to share how I make my eyes appear bigger when I’m preparing for an event or just want something extra on my regular days. This took me forever to learn, and I’m pumped to share some of my tips and tricks. Let’s get started:  My very first step is always an eye […]

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    Get glowing skin this spring

    By Melissa New  Just like we do spring cleaning in our homes, we need to do the same with our skin. Here are four easy steps to make your skin gorgeous for the new season:  EXFOLIATE  It’s no secret that sloughing off winter’s dry skin is the key to unveiling a radiant spring glow. With […]

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    Comfort, style come together at California Drawstrings

    When New Orleans hosted the 1984 World’s Fair, Linda Keenan launched her company with just two foldout tables and about $1,500 worth of merchandise.  From those humble beginnings in the Crescent City’s French Market, Keenan created California Drawstrings/Southern Comfort Cotton — a business specializing in comfortable, natural fiber clothing. The name comes not from any […]

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    Layer up for spring

    Want to be comfortable as you move into the new season? Use layers to keep your look cute and cozy! Plus, you’ll be on trend, as layering is a key trend this spring. Carla Biasi, a shopping and styling professional (https://www.facebook.com/ carlabstyle), has created a transitional outfit that will take you stylishly into spring.  A […]

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    Spilling her secret: Amber Lord

    AMBER LORD is no stranger to all things beauty. She has been in the beauty industry for 15 years and has owned her salon in Ocean Springs, Salon Rouge, for 14 years. Lord lives in Ocean Springs with her husband, Joshua Lord, and their three fur babies, where they also own Blue Dog Bistro.  Lord’s […]

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    Plissé makes perfect

    By now, we all know I’m your go-to girl for the latest and greatest fashion fixations. We tend to think of trends as referring to certain designs or styles, but they can include fabric choices as well. Lately, I’ve been obsessed with plissé fabric. It’s an oldie but a goodie. More and more designers are […]

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