Frum Fashion Maven

Best gowns currently sold at Nordstrom

2019-11-04T08:25:00.001-05:00

The fall winter season is the best time to buy a modest showstopper gown .

Currently Nordstrom has some beautiful ones.

September fashion moments

2019-10-07T23:20:00.001-04:00

80's shoulder pad dress

2019-08-23T11:47:00.001-04:00

Vintage liberty print skirt outfit

2019-08-23T11:45:00.001-04:00

My Flax seed oil and tomato based natural skin care .

2019-06-02T22:39:00.000-04:00

Hi everyone it has been a while and I have been busy B"H with only good things 😊.

Today I will be sharing a beauty/health tip that is perfect for Summer.

At 42 years old I am happy to report minimum skin damage in terms of fine lines and deep wrinkles . (I admit I'm not a big water drinker but the Texas heat is slowly curing me of this very bad habit and I am gradually improving my ways).

My 2 mainstay skin care products don't come from the drugstore ! As a brightening booster I use fresh tomato juice, I cut up a salad i save a piece and mash it into my face in circular motion . Then after I rinse I apply a totally underrated oil (when it comes to beauty and skin car): good old flaxseed oil.
I get my Organic flaxseed oil from trader Joe's, I keep it in the fridge and it keeps beautifully for months .

The Flaxseed oil can either be taken orally (only small quantities or it can make stools too soft) or applied to the skin to reap multiple health benefits. Here are some of the ways in which it contributes to skin health.

Flaxseed oil is amazing at reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles *The topical application of flaxseed oil plumps the skin surface and slows down the appearance and progression of wrinkles and fine lines. When used regularly, the flaxseed oil improves the ability of the skin to repair itself from cumulative free radical damage . I apply mine daily at bedtime and after the shower to seal in moisture.

Mixed with some leftover coffee grounds it makes a excellent firming and rejuvenating scrub that is perfect to fix fatigued or jet lagged skin.
flaxseed oil heals dry skin on lips, scrub away with a soft toothbrush and dab some on before bed .

*use it to make a paste with baking soda to scrub dry feet,rinse and dab extra on heels then sleep with socks for soft pretty feet .
Apply to dry skin spots such as elbows and knees .
*Use it to treat dry and flaky skin or scalp

*Mix with lavender to soothe sunburned skin
Clear cradle cap by mixing it with lavender oil
*Use to treat and prevent stretch marks

I'm sure there are many more uses for flaxseed oil but these are my tried and tried and tested tips .

Happy summer !

A favorite Quiche recipe

2019-04-02T17:50:00.000-04:00

Crustless Spinach, Onion and Feta Quiche creation of the day 😋

I’m a big fan of savory comfort foods and this Spinach, Onion and Feta Crustless Quiche is really good. It is very easy to make so a little chef can help as a activity 😊… plus, it reheats well in the microwave! (Only If you must I am not a fan of microwaved food ) Add a salad for a quick light lunch or dinner!
Most time consuming part of this is the spinach bug check but if you buy the bodek kind you are good to go .

Ingredients

1 large yellow medium onion plus a small red onion , diced

1 bag of fresh Baby Spinach , checked for bugs ! ( Bodek or checked by daylight or kosher bug lamp checker )

4 large eggs
1 1/2 cup flour or matza meal on Pesach
1 tbs coconut amnios or soy sauce

1/2 tsp baking powder

pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

1 1/1cups non fat milk

1 1/2 cup feta cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 400F

Lightly grease a 10-inch quiche/tart pan (or a pie plate)

In a medium frying pan, heat a little vegetable oil (or cooking spray) on medium/high heat and add the diced onion. Cook the diced onion until translucent and tender.

Add in fresh spinach and cook until just wilted. Set aside to cool for a few minutes.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, (Egg Beaters equivalent if using that), flour, baking powder, and cayenne pepper if desired. Whisk in the milk and then stir in spinach-onion mixture.

Pour quiche base into prepared pan. Top with feta cheese or mozzarella to entice kids 😉

Bake for 30 minutes, or until center is set and the outside edge is golden brown.

Let set for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

Enjoy !

Shaitel hair revival RX

2019-03-27T17:11:00.000-04:00

Hi,

Today I will share with you how I keep my wigs looking awesome for as long as possible. For years I have been using a Dominican hair care product called silicone mix, this conditioner and shampoo does a amazing job at filling the cuticle and restoring wig hair😊 .

I use something called the boiling method, yup boiling ! Learning this deep conditioning technique will save you from unnecessary tangling and will extend the life of your wig.

First make sure your wig is well brushed and tangle free.
After that is done all you will need is a large pot and some Silicon Mix. Silicon mix is a crème base deep conditioner. The cost of this product is cheap , and you can find it at most beauty supply stores where African American products are sold or Amazon.

**Important: this product doesn’t necessarily have the best smell but it is not horrible. I find it can be a little on the strong side so just add your favorite conditioner or styling product when it’s time to style. I personally just spritz some rose water and it's all good to go.

What you will need to do after the detangling is done is begin to boil a pot full of water. Your pot size should depend on how long your wig is.
The size matters because you want to make sure the hair gets saturated fully and submerged under the water.
Once you boil your water, scoop out about 1/4 cup of the silicon mix and drop into the boiling water. Stir the product around and then place your wig into the boiling mixture. Again, make sure all hair is submerged and soaking.

Turn the water off and Leave your shaitel resting in the boiling water for about 15 to 20 minutes. If you like, you can also put a lid on the pot. Once the time is up, use a kitchen utensil to CAREFULLY remove the wig , I like running it under cold water to remove any surplus product and then I place it on a towel to air dry overnight. The next day, the hair should be totally dry. At that point, you can style your shaitel as usual.

In 20 years of covering I have not experienced any cap shrinkage. Please learn this method on a wig you had given up on just to be on the safe side before trying on a expensive one, one of this wigs is lace front and I noticed no issues . I do this deep conditioning once every few months or whenever there is clumping or tangling on a older wig .

Enjoy !

Purim 2019

2019-03-27T12:43:00.000-04:00

Hope everyone had a wonderful Purim !
Now comes the preparations for pesach , for us all holidays are a special family time and we have a blast enjoying the kids and making the experience special because at the end of the day our goal is making the kids love the mitzvot and yomim tovim . On Purim I like to have the kids pick their costume and making it as special as possible . We make mishloach manot based on snacks we think our friends will enjoy . Our seuda this year was one of the their favorite meals Crock-Pot chicken stew and( beef tacos) and salads during the day it all worked out great and it was fast , simple delicious and I got to enjoy watching my family experience and be Purim Sameach ! Girls made Challah and I made the tortillas 😊

Favorite looks of last week

2019-03-10T21:40:00.000-04:00

Busy weeks mean less posting . Here is a collection of my favorite looks of last week.

As usual featuring some vintage because that is an area of interest and self expression.

Have a lovely happy week.
XOXO FFM 😘

Restored Vintage Chanel circa 1972

2019-02-28T23:38:00.000-05:00

It was so incredible to stumble upon this gorgeous blouse. Unfortunately It had been neglected and had a bad tear underarm. Since it was a free gift I decided I had to use my sewing/embroidery skills to at least try to bring it back to it's former fabulousity 😊.

I had to use a reinforcement fabric and extensive sewing by hand but the results are great and I should be able to enjoy this beautiful blouse for many years Hashem willing.
Vintage fashion is wearable history so saving it from the landfill feels great .

Have a lovely weekend ! Shabbat Shalom

Xoxo FFM 😘

Ootd : 70"s hostess robe for a confy relaxed look.

2019-02-26T21:29:00.000-05:00

A favorite 70's dress . I love the print 😊. It's very comfortable and I have loved it for years and 4 pregnancies! Not pregnant now but I intend to wear it forever. It's 70's polyester but the silky slinky soft kind .

Thanks for stopping by 😊

Xoxo FFM 😘

Orange crush OOTD

2019-02-25T23:17:00.000-05:00

Today I was feeling tired so I decided to dress in a energy boosting hue .
This dress is a favorite handmade vintage dress , someone very gifted created this using a patchwork style. I feel so whimsical in it.

I am grateful to the person who took the time to create such a magical dress 😊.

A favorite spring Vintage dress

2019-02-25T09:49:00.000-05:00

Yesterday it finally felt like spring so I dug out a favorite 60's dress with some vintage slippers for a OOTD .

Vintage clothing is so full of character and history . I love how unique and special it feels to wear something older than me.

Have a Beautiful week !!

Xoxo FFM

NON Toxic grease cutting cleaner -DIY orange peel cleaner

2019-02-24T11:03:00.001-05:00

Hi everyone ,
Spring and cleaning is just around the corner!
I avoid harsh toxic chemicals in my home so I decided to give this a try. It works amazingly well to clean the stove and as a bonus ANTS and spiders seem to hate the stuff .

You just need a large glass jar and orange or Mandarin peels, about 5. Let the mixture sit for about 4 weeks. The longer you keep it the more intense the orange smell as the vinegar mixture helps release the orange essential oils . Once the mixture is ready you can dilute it. Do not use in painted surfaces , granite or wood. Works wonders on tub and stove.
XOXO FFM <3 oven I use it to make a paste of baking soda.

Enjoy this green clean DIY because Pesach is coming 😊

DIY Upcycled wig into pony wig .

2019-02-22T11:08:00.003-05:00

Had a old shaitel with excellent hair but a bald spot in front . I needed a pony wig so I decided to take baldie and transform her into a yoga wig 😊. It was very easy and the cost was $1.50 for the very stretchy headband from the beauty supply store .
First I misted the shaitel and blow dried the nape hair upward .
Then I placed the wig on a foam hair and secured with T-pins
Next I sewed the headband in front and all around the wig , making sure the bald spot was fully covered .

That was it ! Super easy and I saved myself $650

I can wear a different headband on top or do some creative scarf wrappings so I am really excited about how fun this up cycle DIY was.

Enjoy and have a wonderful Shabbat .

Clearance target find dress and my salvaged vintage statement headpiece.

2019-02-13T11:21:00.001-05:00

Hi everyone,

As a avid vintage collector sometimes you stumble on some amazing hats , unfortunately some are crushed or damaged . This headband/hat was made using 1 headband , the velvet piece from a hat and the polka dot lace of another 😊. I am so pleased with the headpiece ! As for the dress ...it came from Target's clearance rack for under $6 . Love the print.

Xoxo D

My Inspiration board for Spring 2019

2019-02-11T19:55:00.000-05:00

So many beautiful ethereal dresses , I love the fact that now I can begin to curate similar vintage pieces, I reviewed the shows , selected my favorite hues and now the fun begins... finding the looks.

OOTD - a green floral vintage look

2019-02-07T23:12:00.000-05:00

Vintage is my weakness 😊.
I collect items because I love the history of the garment , the pattern, the materials etc.

This particular green dress has a beautiful floral pattern and slight puffy sleeves.

Enjoy the pictures 😊

Wellness Wednesdays

2019-02-06T20:46:00.000-05:00

Today I begin a new weekly topic called wellness Wednesdays. Today I will be focusing on semi precious stones as healing tools , semi precious stones can be extremely beneficial due to their mineral content and vibration . Each stone has unique health benefits some of my favorite ones are amethyst for relaxation and calm , citrine for wellness during cold dark winters, pink quartz for serenity and coping with stress , excellent for emotional healing , amber is fascinating because it is actually a mineralized tree resin that is outstanding for all sorts of inflammation , I used it on my kids during teething and it worked wonders. Style wise they look and feel Beautiful, I love wearing a few stacked ,I just make sure they all "feel right " and that their vibration doesn't clash ! Also make sure you get genuine stones from reputable sources to ensure there is no leather hardware and that they are not laced with toxic finishes .

I will continue sharing the different medicinal properties of different stones in future posts so stay tuned until next week .

Xoxo <3 Deborah

Makeup , shades and vintage shirt worn backwards

2019-02-05T14:31:00.001-05:00

OOTD

2019-02-05T14:29:00.001-05:00

OOTD and fun with my youngest sweetie.

2019-01-31T22:53:00.000-05:00

I love vintage 😊. This robe like dress is just so pretty . Super comfortable!

Velour and eclectic plaid 😊 OOTD

2019-01-30T23:20:00.000-05:00

This is a outfit that reflects my eclectic personality well .I love rich textures , plaid and vintage accessories.

Ootd

2019-01-28T17:13:00.000-05:00

The weather is bright but WINDY and crisp !
I took advantage of the clear ski and took a picture of my vintage white dress.

Regroup and Return 😊

2019-01-28T02:53:00.002-05:00

Hi everyone!!!

IF there is even anyone out there still lol... it's been a looong time 😂.
Life gets in the way and moving countries plus having one's favorite collage site polivore disappear was pretty sad . ALL my polivore collages were lost .
I deleted all the broken links so I can start posting again .
But now that things are settling I'm back and will be B'eesrat Hashem posting again my own quirky looks . Come visit be inspired to be yourself ,dress in what YOU love and tailor tznius to enhance your personality.

Like my fascinator ?! I did it myself 😊

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