Sale Alert: Williams-Sonoma Artwork and Mirror Sale


Updated 03/06/11 5:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Artwork and Mirror Sales

Ending today, Williams-Sonoma Home is offering a faboo 20 percent discount on all mirrors and artwork. Whether you're looking for statement-making art or just a little something sophisticated to fill your walls, the shop's got you covered. I'm swooning over the Justyna Badach Water & Waves Photography ($371-$596), which reminds me of warmer climates, but doesn't feel too kitschy/beach Read more

Give a Great Gift With These Vintage-Inspired Beauty Finds


Updated 12/07/10 10:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Vintage-Inspired Gift Ideas

Know a few people on your list who seem to have everything? For those difficult-to-shop-for friends and family, gifting lovely vintage-inspired or one-of-a-kind vintage pieces is an excellent option. Dita Von Teese recently shared that she loves storing her makeup in vintage compacts and lipstick holders, and that's the impetus behind this post. So check out 10 lovely vintage-inspired (and Read more

Sale Alert: Horchow's Semiannual Wall Event


Updated 10/17/10 8:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Horchow's Semiannual Wall Event

If your walls could talk, they'd tell you to click over to Horchow and order some mirrors, artwork, or wall décor. Through Tuesday at 6 a.m. CT, the luxe home retailer is hosting its semiannual Wall Event, and all wall décor is 20 percent off, plus your order will ship for free! Just enter the code REFLECT at checkout to snag the deal. From paintings to tapestries to mirrors, Read more

Love It or Hate It? Blackboard Instead of Mirror


Updated 10/16/10 12:02 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Poll on Bathroom Using Blackboard

Browsing through interior designer Amanda Nisbet's portfolio, I was instantly charmed by this powder room photo. I adore moody blue walls and the small artwork that she's used in this space. I had to smile at the Fernando Lamas line scribbled on the blackboard. This is a room that knows not to take itself too seriously! However, would you want to stare at a (positive affirmation-signed) Read more

6 Tips For Looking Great Under Harsh Office Lighting


Updated 09/14/10 6:00 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

How to Look Good Under Fluorescent Lighting at Work

Recently, reader mishanyc wondered what kind of artificial lighting is best for applying makeup. And now that the topic's been covered (it turns out light that mimics sunlight is the go-to light), let's delve into makeup lighting a bit deeper. Ever feel like you look amazing when you walk out of the door in the morning, but when you get to the office, your complexion looks pale and sallow? To Read more

Bright Idea: The Best Lighting For Applying Your Makeup


Updated 09/08/10 1:52 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 7 comments

The Proper Lighting For Daytime and Nighttime Makeup

Ever wonder what kind of lighting is best for applying makeup? So did reader mishanyc, who recently posed the following question in the BellaSugar Q and A group in the Bella Community. "When natural light/daylight is not available, what type of artificial lighting is best when applying makeup for day and night," she asks. To find out the answer, just keep reading. Read more

From Acne to Tanning Beds: 5 iPhone Beauty Apps You Probably Don't Need


Updated 06/17/10 10:00 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

iPhone Beauty Apps You Probably Don't Need

A visit to the App Store proves that there are more iPhone applications available than you could ever imagine. Among them are many amazing ones, but then there are some true duds. And when it comes to the beauty-related ones, there are some truly useful ones, like the SpaFinder, and there are some silly fun finds, like the Tattoo Shop one. It's the questionable ones, however, that are the Read more

Owl-Inspired Beauty Accessories Will Have You Glee-ming


Updated 05/12/10 1:28 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

Owl Beauty Accessories

If you're a fan of Glee like I am, then you'll know that guidance counselor (and germaphobe redhead) Emma Pillsbury is always one to put together the most amazing vintage-looking outfits — complete with kitschy accessories. Most recently, I adored the oversize old-school rotary telephone pin she sported in last week's episode, but the similarly quirky owl sweater clips she proudly wore earlier Read more