About them lashes

Tricky Hair was nice enough to reach out to me to try out their mink (false) lashes and how could I ever say no?  A gal can look fab with the right mascara, but add those falsies and you take your look to a whole new level.  And Tricky Hair reached out at the perfect time as my friend's wedding was right around the corner.

As soon as I got these bad boys I wanted to try them out, but patience grasshopper...

I mean look at them, they are gorgeous!

I have always wanted to try Mink eyelashes, but the price made me hesitant to splurge on them especially since I only wear falsies for special occasions.  For weeks I looked at the lashes sitting on my dresser with longing.  Shouldn't I try them out for practice after all?  I mean those who use falsies daily may not have a difficult time applying lashes, but for girls like me who wear them on occasion applying falsies can be challenging.  So you have to understand how hard it was for me to wait to test these bad boys out. 

They are soft, light to wear, and look far more natural then synthetic lashes. 

These eyelashes definitely were harder for me to apply since the lash strip was slightly more firm then I am used to, but the end result was gorgeous, full, yet natural looking eyelashes.  And because these eyelashes have so much oomph I was able to keep my makeup simple: gold eyeshadow blended with brown in the crease, a thin line of black liner and a coat of my favorite mascara. 

Not only did the compliments roll in all night, but these lashes stayed through hours of dancing in humid New Orleans followed by more dancing at the after party in a crowded, sweaty bar. 

My tips for applying these eyelashes:
Make sure to stretch out the lash bands before you apply them

Trim eyelashes to fit your eye (I think they look best if you trim the inner corner)

Use a dark lash glue (Duo, you amazing)

And most importantly give yourself time to apply them

I have since worn these bad boys twice and they look as good as the night of the wedding.  

The case the lashes comes in is not only cute, but makes storing these Mink Lashes easy.  

If you haven't checked out Tricky Hair's website then take a minute to visit www.TrickyHair.com to check out their 3D Mink Eye Lashes and 100% Remy Human Hair Clip-In Extensions.  Prices are comparable with other online retailers, there is a vast selection of hair colors and lengths for clip-ins, and customer service is on point (and we all know how I feel about customer service). 

Justine's Coconut Dream Green Drink featuring Bai + Bridal Shower / Wedding Gift Idea

I love green drinks.  I have one every morning to get a serving of veggies.  I have experimented with all different types of greens and my preference always comes back to kale.  Experiment at your own risk, but I'm telling you kale is the bomb.com!  I find kale mild and it is a nutrient dense food rich in iron and fiber.  Plus it has a lot of protein for a green.  And my body thanks me if you catch my drift.

I personally love the combo of kale and pineapple.  This drink is filling, mildly sweet, and sustains me.  For an extra dose of protein, mix in a scoop of vanilla protein powder and you have a meal replacement.

Justine's Coconut Dream Green Drink

Ingredients:

• 1 large handful kale greens (approximately 40 grams)
• 6 oz light vanilla yogurt 
• 8 oz Bai Molokai Coconut Antioxidant Drink
• 3/4 cup frozen pineapple chunks
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional)

Directions:

Place in Vitamix and blend until smooth.

Serve in your favorite glass and enjoy!

My friend gave me this Kate Spade hers glass.  Isn't adorable?  It comes in a his and hers set.  It is a great bridal shower or wedding gift.

Don't forget to enter my giveaway in the previous post for your chance to win a set of Revlon Colorstay Gel Envy nail polish in 430 Showtime and 010 Top Coat.  Scroll below or click here.

Happy Birthday to Mr. Della Favorite!

My love, my life on one of my most favorite days.

Not too bad on the eyes.  Plus he is a gentleman, a hard worker, polite, smart, eloquent, funny, loves Cops (the television show), and has the best laugh.  I'm a lucky gal!  And he just so happens to be born on the most perfect of dates, April 25th:

I have some work to do, but I plan to post some outfits as we are going to a fabulous dinner tonight in celebration of him becoming an "old" man.