The Cheap Girl

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I love the milk maid look that was popular last season. It is simple, elegant and super easy to do. Just a couple of pins and tucks here and there.  I found it easier to work with a smaller section of hair because it turned out neater. It helps if you have super thick hair especially if you want to create a thick braided band.

See the video below for further instructions.

Here’s to growing out hair! She does it so well….

{via: style.com}

Gossip Girl Fashion: Where to Buy Blair Waldorf’s Clothes

I apologize in advance, you must be all sick of Blair Waldorf. But I can’t get enough of her style. I looooove it!

If you love the way she dresses as much as I do or if you want a piece of Blair’s style. You’re in luck! CW has an online e-store where you can purchase items that your fave GG wears from the episodes. The prices are varied. Some things are super affordable while others are on the pricey side.

To view the collection, click on this link

And now back to more of Queen’s B fashion:

Blo’s Holiday Gift Guide for the Deal Seeker

Forget nice. Nice is boring. Here’s what the naughty hotties get this year:

1.   Pink Blo gift cards on cheeky Ho Ho Blo postcards mailed directly to your fave five. Purchases can be made via email, hohoblo@blomedry.com. $35.00 includes pink gift card with handprinted personal message on postcard, tax and shipping

2.  A custom emergency hair kit.  For the hair impaired, we’ve got a bevy of Blo products from conditioner to mousse volumizers to sprays. Comes wrapped. $25+

3.   Every girl likes a stocking filled with pink. Blo umbrellas, recyclable Blo bags, mini flat irons and the must-have T3 dry shampoo, to name a few. Pink is the new black, $2.50-$24.00

Short Velvet Santa’s Helper Outfits are so IN this season,

Blo xo

By: The Cheap Girl – Oliva De Leon-Gan

Have you ever wondered why some women have that certain je ne sais quoi? It is not about having the most expensive shoes or a personal stylist and makeup artist at your beck and call. Believe it or not, one does not have to spend a fortune to look fabulous and polished.  It is all about simplifying, streamlining and honing the basics.  Without this foundation the fabulously fabulous decked out femme would look rather dowdy, messy, tacky or all of the above. So now let’s analyze this woman from head to toe and find out how to get the look.

Hair

Hair should always be neat, well-groomed and suited to one’s face. If you don’t have the time to fix it everyday, opt for a wash and go cut the next time you see your hair dresser or roll it up in a sleek chignon and secure with a pin. Invest in a good flat iron or learn how to blow dry your hair straight. How your hair looks can make or break your overall appearance. You can be dressed to the nines but if your hair is frizzy and unattractive, you might as well stay home and lock yourself in the bathroom.

Makeup

Natural looks best. Choose neutral colours or pick a focal point and leave the rest of the face bare. Always work with a clean base (i.e cover any blemishes, oil spots etc.). Once you have that, everything will just depend on how much time you have. Check your makeup under natural light. Pressed for time? The five things that you need for a clean, natural, fresh-faced look are 2-in-1 powder foundation (or whatever is suited to your skin type), eye lash curler, mascara, lip gloss and bronzer.

Personal Hygiene

There is nothing worse than a beautiful, well-dressed woman with B.O, bad breath and dirty nails. Enough said.

Clothes

No matter the budget. Clothes should always be tailored to fit well. Too tight or too baggy clothes can look messy and cheap. Clothes should also be wrinkle and lint free and clean.  Any buttons missing should be sewn and holes should be repaired. Shoes should be polished and shined. Take one hour out of the week to make sure that clothes and shoes are presentable so that when you are in a rush you don’t have to worry about such things.

Posture

Last but not least, stand up straight, pretend that you own the room, look people in the eye, thrust your shoulders back, head and chin up and walk like a dancer and don’t forget to smile. You are now ready to conquer the world.

Image: Bargain Queen

I found this video by folica.com. It shows different methods on how to curl hair using a flat iron.

Source: folica.com