Blonder Ambitions

Beauty. Intelligence. Lifestyle.

LOOK OF THE WEEK – REVENGE OF THE NERDS

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Everyone has an inner nerd... Let me rephrase that: anyone worth getting to know has an inner nerd... some quirky interest, a dorky obsession, an affinity for the unusual... let that inner nerd come out... and, with a little leather, a little skin, and a dose of confidence {it's all about embracing your eccentricities, cupcake}... I guarantee you that this nerdy look is not one that the cool kids ... Read the Post

Let's all rethink the old saying "Guys don't make passes at girls who wear glasses"... it's time to let your inner nerd get a little fashion revenge.

MUST HAVES – MAKEUP

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I think that makeup is the bee's knees.  It has the power to enhance or transform.  To empower and seduce.  To project innocence or confidence.  {view my 5-Minute Face and Advanced Makeup tutorials here and learn how to achieve the perfect pout here}. I've had inquiries as to exactly what makeup products I use, what I can't live without, and what I give my stamp-of-approval to.  I decided that I ... Read the Post

My {absolute} favorite makeup products... ever.

MENSWEAR? NOT JUST FOR THE BOYS

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I adore vests. And fedoras. And large watches. And buttons.  And formal pockets.  And collared oxfords.  Basically, I adore a lot of what is referred to as men's clothing.  I say, "Make it your own."  The trick is wearing perfectly tailored menswear that shows off your curves, is cinched at the waist, and shows just the right amount of skin.  I kept my color scheme masculine {chocolate brown, tan, ... Read the Post

Studies show that we're earning higher levels of income and are more educated than they are. Why not take their clothes, too?

POOFY SLEEVES & CUTOUT DETAILS

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I love a good ol' fashioned statement piece.  A statement piece is something that makes an outfit, all by itself.  With a statement piece, you need nothing more than the piece itself.  No jewelry.  No accessories.  You get to play the rest of your look down because the statement piece plays everything else up.  When I saw this vintage linen blouse with pearl buttons, cut-out detailing, and large ... Read the Post

One dramatic piece takes your look from ho-hum to head-turning.

HOW TO – THE 5 MINUTE FACE & ADVANCED MAKEUP TECHNIQUES

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If your life is anything like mine... fabulous opportunities arise at the most unexpected times.  Though you would love to always be prepared, sometimes you will be caught off-guard {aka in your pajamas with no makeup on}.  Don't let this stop you from taking part in the fabulous outing... if you have five minutes {trust me, any worthy individual extending the invite will wait for you, gorgeous} ... Read the Post

Got five minutes? I've got your perfect makeup solution. Got twenty minutes? Prepare to knock 'em dead with your makeup skills.

SAFARI RUFFLES

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It was one of those perfect Santa Barbara days.  The kind of day that called for cutting the workday a little short and making it just in time for a glass of chardonnay at happy hour.  The kind of day that called for a little {or... at 6'1"... a lot} of leg and a few khaki ruffles.  I am a huge proponent of the whole safari inspired trend {it seems to resurface every three years} and I feel that ... Read the Post

Khaki is in this season. Femininity is always in. Why not combine the two?