Prom Dreams

It's that season for juniors and seniors. Prom is a big deal. It's an American tradition. In the nostalgic past prom was the night high school sweethearts knew they were destined to marry. Today, prom is the first time you get to be a princess. Get prom perfect makeup using Aularale. The look:

A pageant inspired smokey eye and a pink lip. For $ 59.50

Naturale Eye Shadow Quad

Terracotta Apricot Blush

Pink lipstick of your choice

Diamond Life

For lovely locks that last beyond prom, check out Lisa Raye's fabulous flat iron.

Bling IT ON!

Polish off your prom look with bling jewelry. These glamour earrings are only $5

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This It Girl necklace says WINNER, even if you aren't prom queen. It's EXCLUSIVE tear drop diamond style is sooo....Disney! $25

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Speaking of Diamond Life... I'm

warning: explicit lyrics...

The New Bougie!

What does it mean to be a BAP (Black American Princess)? This question crossed my mind as I thought about this month's blog. All of this speaks to feminism. And being bougie means that you can still be a BOSS and be STYLISH. Nevertheless, bougie and repressive conservatism go hand in hand. Because makeup is minimal, skincare is paramount. Aularale's basic skincare set delivers. $96

 

With this set, you will get a cleanser, toner and moisturizer, plus an herbal infused clay masque. Good skincare is just as important as proper etiquette. Invest in a motorized facial cleansing brush and cotton pads for maximum results. 

IVY LEAGUE

Most Black American Princess' want pretty skin and good hair. All hair is good hair if taken care of properly. Mielle hair care line is the #1 brand for gradual results. 

Secret recipe for Supernatural Sistas: Add 6-10 full droppers of Mielle's Rosemary Mint Scalp and Hair Strengthening Oil to 3-4oz of Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Stimulates Accelerated Growth.

FASHION MUST HAVES

TASTEFULLY TRIBAL

These appropriately ethnic earrings will make you the stylish one in your social circle. Only $5 each.

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This chandelier style crystal necklace is one of kind! Only $25

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Hands down our favorite icon. 

JANET JACKSON

Ghetto Red HOTT pt. 2

 

Ghetto Red Hott is the only thing to be this Valentines Day! Think sexy and sizzling! There's nothing sexier on Valentines Day than a little goth. So this month, the lipstick is darker. Like Aularale's Mullberry.

For $ 38.50, you can get this romantic look which includes:

Mulberry Lipstick

Wine Eyeliner

Black Mascara 

 

MAKE IT AFFORDABLE

If you are doing Valentine's Day for that special someone, you don't have to break the bank. Fortunately, Kroger has affordable sushi, enough for 2 in their deli. $12 and under. Pair that with a bottle of Arbor Mist (SERVED COLD), a cheese board sprinkled with Hershey's Kisses, and you have a GREAT NIGHT!

FOR REFERENCE

The model in the picture is drinking a Valentines Day Gin Fizz

Ingredients

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4 oz gin (1/2 cup)

2 oz orange juice freshly squeezed (1/4 cup)

1 cup strawberries sliced {plus more for optional garnish}

1 TBSP sugar

2 TBSP very hot water

• 1/2 cup sparkling water

Instructions

• Stir together gin, freshly squeezed orange juice, and strawberries.
• In a small bowl, stir together sugar and hot water until sugar is dissolved. Stir into gin mixture and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
• When ready to serve, pour into glasses and top with equal parts sparkling water. Garnish with strawberries if desired. Enjoy!
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• BE MY VALENTINE
  This long chain necklace is a dainty bling heart encrusted with rhinestones. Comes in pink and black. Each necklace is only $5
  pink
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  For those who want something a little more Gothic, this necklace "Cherish" is definitely a romantic multi-valentine choker. Only $25
  
  
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  This month, add the new India Arie love song to your playlist!
  (we will focus on our hair goals in March)
  
  
  
  

The Eyes Have IT!

 

(it girl Lucy P)

20/20 IS THE YEAR OF VISION!

20/20 vision is a term used to express normal visual acuity (the clarity or sharpness of vision) measured at a distance of 20 feet.

Let's start the new year with a clear vision for your future, your home, your family, your spirituality and your finances. Create a vision board. Plan a vacation. Put that purse and shoes on a budget....plan that wedding....

Spiritual vision deals with the 3rd eye, however, when it comes to putting your best face forward, the eyes have it! Eye makeup remover can take a toll on the delicate skin around the eyes. Take good care of your eyes with Aularale's extra performance eye cream $29.

Vision Goals

The 20/20 ESSENCE Festival in New Orleans

July 3-5. 2020 Tickets start at $257

CLEAR VISION

For personal acuity and clarity in 20/20, get Sonya Pelton-Sam's: Extreme Vision Board

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Get the LOOK

...with New Years Ball inspired Jewelry

This silver pearl and rhinestone necklace is only $5

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This blinging necklace is a One of a Kind Ball Dropping Spectacular $ 25

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(warning: explicit)

However....HAPPY NEW YEAR

Rising Star

Matthew 2:2 "Where is the baby who was born to be king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him"

It's Christmas time! And Aularale has some great stocking stuffers. Like their most recent perfume fragrance Persuasion. It's a sexy scent for that rising star! Get this or any one of Aularale's signature fragrances for $38

HOT OFF THE PRESS!

Speaking of rising stars, Get the latest issue of Cosmopolitan. The beautiful singer Normani is gracing the cover. Before the internet, Cosmopolitan magazine got me through the difficult years of adolescence. I definitely learned a thing or two about womanhood reading this publication.

TINSEL TOWN

Winters are mild in Houston. If you are not snowed in, then Christmas is the time hit the clubs and find the best parties. Even if you are wearing that ugly Christmas sweater, top your outfit off with these one of a kind tinsel town earrings. Very trendy high-end metallic silver tassel earrings. Only $5

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This pearly choker chain necklace just screams holiday cheer! $25

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By the way... HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Fall Time Fitness!

 

Aularale has a collection of better lip glosses ... Actually they are AWESOME!  The skincare line is so good that it's not always necessary to wear a full face of makeup. Sometimes gloss and eyeliner will do the trick...especially when working out!

$13.50 Large tubes that last forever!

 

White Orchid/ Sun Gold/ Golden Pink/ Translucent/ Mandarin

Glitz/ Hazelnut/ Egyptian Wine/ Raisin

There is a lot of misinformation when it comes to diet and nutrition. If you want to be set free from bad health and starvation, then read the "Maker's Diet" by Jordan S. Rubin! (check it out from the local library) I couldn't put it down, I read it from cover to cover. I was happy to learn that eggs are good for you and I feel much better.

All that being said, it's NOVEMBER. It's thanksgiving season so don't forget to get some eggnog and Hennessy! So much for fall fitness! Just stretch, tone and walk....You will be fine!

Holiday season is definitely PARTY TIME! Time to BLING SPARKLE AND SHINE!  Ladies, if you can't find a party to go to .... HAVE ONE! 

This blinged out leather bracelet is an "Ice on the Wrist Winner!" Only $5

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Speaking of black leather and diamonds, this leather strap bling necklace is stunningly ethnic. It goes with everything! Only $25

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(warning, explicit lyrics)

But we all know Cardi B can rap!

Ocktoberfest!

 

Fall is party time! The weather is cooling down so it's time to turn up the fun! You are that IT GIRL if your hair is poppin' and your outfit is right! 

Of course, Aularale has the perfect Oktoberfest Glamour look! A Smokey Eye and Orange Lip

You can get this look for $76.00 including:

• Mascara
• Eyeliner
• Naturale Eye Shadow Quad
• Mandarin Lip Gloss
• A Choice of One of Aularale's orange lipsticks:

• Amber Glaze
• Fantasy Orange
• Sheer Pumpkin
• Burnt Russet (a beautiful sunset orange for deep brown skintones)

 It's pumpkin season without a doubt, and sisters don't have to be left out of these clockwork orange festivities. Wow them this year during trick or treat with this 4 ingredient pumpkin cake:       

1 Box of Cake Mix (Any Kind)

1 15 oz Can of Pumpkin 

1 Stick of Melted butter

1 Tub of Cream Cheese Frosting

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Generously grease a 9x13 inch baking pan. 
• In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix and canned pumpkin, and melted butter until well blended. 
• Spread evenly into the prepared pan. 
• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. 
• Let the cake cool to room temperature then ice with the frosting.

 GO GOTH

Gothic Chic is always cool during Oktoberfestivities.  The best way to do it is with black bling and gunmetal.

Glitzy By Association-BLACK 

These black bling hoops are one of a kind! Only $ 5

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The Erica-Hematite Gunmetal and Silver

Dress up any outfit with this edgy chainlink necklace.

$ 25

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This is absolutely the feel good song of the month. Trust me, it bangs!