Carla Biasi recently left her corporate bank job to pursue her dream of being a personal stylist. She was first exposed to the fashion industry as a young teenager when she began modeling and has loved it ever since. She has modeled locally and recently served as a guest speaker for a group of executive women over 50 who sought fashion advice and insight. She shares the latest fashion news and tips on her Facebook page: facebook.com/carlabstyle. Here are the items she keeps on hand to ensure she looks and feels her best:
SALLY HANSEN HARD AS NAILS HARDENER
Keep your polish looking freshly applied by using this product between salon visits. Not only will it prevent your polish from chipping, but it will strengthen your nails as well — two benefits for the price of one!
LUV AJ MARQUISE DIAMOND DISC GOLD STATEMENT RING AND VITA FEDE CASSIO PAVE RINGS
I love stackable rings! They can be mixed and matched and worn separately or together. They add instant polish to any outfit. Wear them with a white tee and jeans or a cocktail dress.
EDIBLE BEAUTY GOLD RUSH EYE CREAM
This brightening eye cream made a noticeable difference on me in just a few days. Apply it under the eye and on the eyelid. The little gold flecks in the cream make it feel luxurious. The company is cruelty free, too, which is a big plus.
ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS HYDRATING OIL
Oils are much better for my extremely sensitive skin than creams that break me out. Once absorbed, there is no greasy residue. They make my skin feel so soft. And the company is also cruelty free.
MOUNT LAI ROSE QUARTZ GUA SHA TOOL
Gua sha has been practiced in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years. Perfected throughout the centuries, the gua sha tool was built to have a firming, lifting effect on the skin. Use it every night after applying your moisturizer. Hint: keep it in the refrigerator so it is cool on the skin and feels good.
ANJU HAMMERED SILVER EARRINGS AND BANCROFT SIENNA METAL NECKLACE
Hammered metals are a spring trend, and I am indulging. Due to the change in texture, light hits the hammered metals beautifully, creating shine and depth and adding interest to the piece.
ULTA BEAUTY JUICE-INFUSED LIP OIL
Wearing masks for the past year took a toll on my skin, especially my lips. This oil keeps my lips hydrated and soft and reduces chapping.
ARDELL HEATED EYELASH CURLER
If I could only have one beauty product, this would be IT! If you want your lashes to stay curled, try this heated eyelash curler. I use it on my lashes and follow up with a manual curler for extra staying power. It keeps lashes curled all day and night.