Swagger of a Princess

#VSSportBra Vox Box!

2014-09-16T16:29:00.001-04:00

About a week ago I received the VS Sport Bra Vox Box complimentary from Influenster. The box included the Angel Sport Bra and a pair of the Knockout Tights. In the past I have tried Victoria Secret Sport merchandise but I was excited about this box because it was items I had not yet tried.

I wore my new workout gear the day after I received them during my run and a little strength training. The bra comes in your actual bra size not S,M,L to help give you maximum support and also wick away moisture. The pants were also supposed to wick away moisture. When I put the items on they felt super comfortable and I was excited to start my workout.

While running the bra kept my boobs from bouncing around. I do have a smaller chest so even in a non supportive sports bra I don't bounce a lot, but the Angel bra really kept them in place. I felt like I was able to run a little bit longer because my body was more comfortable than while wearing other sports bras. The pants were very soft and did not seem to rub too much anywhere which to me is key while doing cardio. During strength training I was still comfortable and neither the bra or pants felt too sweaty.

One thing I really loce about the Angel bra was that to put it on and take it off I did not have to pull it over my head. The way it closes in the back I can easily put it on or remove it without struggling to get my arms through or pulling at my hair or face. I did however find it a little difficult to clasp the hooks though.

Overall I am very impressed with my new VS Sport gear and will definitely be recommending to my friends and buying more Angel bras!

Note: "This is a sponsored blog post. Influenster provided me with complimentary Victoria's Secret products to test and review as part of a contest."

Not Your Mother's Beach Babe #NYMBeachBabe

2014-06-30T22:32:00.000-04:00

I recently received the #surfsupvoxbox from the Influenster network to test out some new products. The best product by far that I received would definitely be the Not Your Mother's Beach Babe Shampoo and Conditioner.

I was hesitant at first to try this combo because I already have naturally curly hair and didn't know if I really wanted to add even more texture through my shampoo and conditioner, but I tried it anyway. First of all the smell is amazing. It smells like a vacation in the Bahamas but sin too over powering. I did my usual hair washing routine (first a hair mask that I leave in for a couple hours, thenBig shampoo from Lush, then Beach Babe Shampoo, Beach Babe Conditioner to take out knots, and then a deep conditioner). Afterwards my hair felt super clean and it was very easy to detangle. I decided that since I was testing this out to just keep brushing my hair every once in a while and left in my hair air dry.

My hair came out actually a little less curly that my natural texture, extremely soft, shiny, frizz free, and easy to work with when styling with my curling wand. I fell in love with this shampoo and conditioner instantly. I even have already gone out and bought the full size bottles and I haven't even finished my samples! I would definitely recommend this stuff to everyone!

Boots Botanics Shine Away Ionic Clay Mask #powerofplants

2014-03-18T15:46:00.001-04:00

I received another VoxBox from Influenster and am super excited about it (will post the whole box this week). One of the products that really stood out was the Boots Botanics Shine Away Ionic Clay Mask. I love trying out all masks, but this one made my face feel really good.

When I first saw the product I was so excited to try it since I have oily skin and its supposed to help control it. However, my first impressions were not great. I opened the bottle and squeezed some into my hand. It was liquid like and squirted all over my sink. I closed the bottle ans shook it to mix the product together and it came out of the bottle thicker but not like what's expected from a clay mask.

With all that aside, I proceeded with the mask on my face. In about 5 to 10 minutes the mask was almost completely dry. It goes from black when went to green when dry and I noticed dirt being slightly pulled out of my pores. This mask very much reminds me of Glam Glow but for a quarter of the price. After washing the mask off my skin felt super clean but a little dry. Overall I think the mask is great especially if you are on a budget.

TIPS:

1. Shake the bottle before every use to mix up the product so it's thicker

2. Make sure the mask is all light green before washing off to make sure it really cleans out your pores

3. Moisturize immediately after use

Thanks Influenster for the complimentary product for testing. I was super fun to try!

My Jolly VoxBox

2013-12-31T10:24:00.001-05:00

I was super excited to get my first VoxBox from Influenster and I was not disappointed. I received the Jolly VoxBox which included:

Puffs Ultra Soft & Strong To Go Tissue Pack

NYC New York Color HD Color Trio Eye Shadow

Rimmel London NEW Show Off Lip Lacquer

Skinny Cow Candy

Ducklings Mini Rolls

My favorite item in the box would definitely be the NYC New York Color HD Color Trio Eye Shadow. The colors were neutral and made an amazing natural smokey eye. I was surprised by how much I loved this because I normally eould never use drugstore brands. I always found them to flake, not last, and just look awful. But I found the total opposite with this trio. The colors came out beautiful and it lasted all day. It also gave me ideas to make a great smokey eye using colors I already had with the same technique the trio uses.

The Puffs Ultra Soft & Strong To Go Tissue have come in handy since I've had the flu all week. The tissues are very soft and haven't irritated my nose at all. I will definitely look for these in the store next time I need to purchase tissues.

I liked the Rimmel London NEW Show Off Lip Lacquer but it's not my favorite. I loved how bold the color was but the color didn't last at all. If you aren't going to eat or drink anything for a while then it stays fine but once you take a sip of water the color fades and disappear. However, I wasn't disappointed because I usually don't expect much else from drugstore brands. It was fun to try though.

Obviously the Skinny Cow Candy was amazing. Who doesn't love chocolate?! Especially when the chocolate is low calorie.

The only thing I have not used is the Ducklings Mini Roll. Although the pattern is adorable I'm not really sure what to do with it. If you have any ideas let me know!

Thanks Influenster for the awesome VoxBox! I loved trying everything out and hope I can do it again!

Today's Look

2013-12-27T20:02:00.001-05:00

Necklace: Jennifer Lopez for Kohls
Blazer: Mossimo Target
Sweater: H&M
Pants: Forever 21
Loafers: Aldo

Holiday Looks!!

2013-12-26T21:50:00.001-05:00

Sparkle Sweater: Kenar from Marshalls
Statement Necklace: Glint & Gleam on shoplately.com
Tribal Pants: Happening in the Present from Nordstrom
Loafers: Dolce Vita

Diamond necklace: an amazing Christmas present from my boyfriend

I hope everyone had an amazing holiday!

It's Been Too Long

2013-12-26T21:36:00.001-05:00

I realize that I haven't posted in over a year! I am going to try and get back at this!

My 23rd Birthday at Dave & Busters!

2012-07-16T09:04:00.001-04:00

Shirt: forever 21
Shorts: bebe
Necklaces: open sky, Nordstrom, Ann Taylor
Bag: target
Makeup: MAC (lashes #6, dear diary lipstick)

Find Swagger of a Princess in These New Places!

2012-05-23T13:35:00.001-04:00

You can now followed Swagger of a Princess on Instagram and Fancy! How awesome is that?!?

Find her on Instagram: princessdeb14

On Fancy: PrincessDeb

<3 Debbie

Paisley Pants & Yellow

2012-05-15T07:47:00.001-04:00

Pants: H&M
Shirt: Lacoste
Necklaces: Nordstrom (long gold), bebe (gold tribal), Forever 21(turquoise)
Bracelet: Nordstrom

Coral Jeans

2012-05-02T21:49:00.001-04:00

I finally wore my colored jeans the other day. They are Kut brand from Nordstroms. I styled it with a leopard print peplum top from the Sears Kardashian Kollection (such a steal at $3.99) and studded loafers from Bakers. And I obviously added a ton of necklaces :)

Blush Airbrush Tanning

2012-04-11T13:27:00.001-04:00

I was invites to try an organic spray tan at the somewhat new tanning salon Blush. Blush has been featured on Gilt City and uses an organic, oil free, paraban free, and hypoallergenic formula that can be customized (pretty awesome huh?). With two locations I went to the first opened in Wellesley Hills, MA. My experience at Blush was great. The staff is super friendly and knowledgable about their product. I have never had an airbrush tan before so going into it I thought it might be weird standing in a bikini while someone sprayed me bronze. However this was not the case, I was very comfortable at Blush and with the girl who tanned me. I chose the darkest shade of tan Blush has (I mean why not go all out when trying something new, right?). The tan took a total of about 15 minutes max. At first the spray felt really cold but I quickly got used to it. I was told move in many different positions to make sure every spot was sprayed and even. Afterwards we used hot air to help dry off. I felt kind of sticky after but after going out in the fresh air that quickly went away. I was told that I had to wait 8 to 10 hours to let the tan develop before showering and washing my hands etc... I was expecting the formula to be all over my clothes but surprisingly there was very little. The next morning the color was super dark just how I like it 😄. And no i was not an oompa loompa. I took a shower and the color stayed perfect. I even wore a white sweater to work a couple of days later and I didn't stain it at all! The tan stayed for about 4 or 5 days before I started to get a little splotchy. My hands and face faded first from washing my hands several times a day and taking off my makeup. Spray tanning is not something I would do all the time but I loved trying it out and seeing how far it has come over the years . If I had some kind of event to go to where I needed to be tan in a day i would choose Blush in a heartbeat. For anyone who only spray tans instead of a tanning a bed I would recommend you go to Blush. It is good for your skin, lasts a good amount of time, and looks amazing. You can visit blushairbrushtanning.com to learn more and book an appointment! Now what you have been waiting for: my before and after pictures... Before is in the black bikini and after with the colored top (be nice and ignore my prebikini season body lol).

My First Easter Outfit

2012-04-09T08:06:00.001-04:00

Health Kick

2012-04-02T09:40:00.001-04:00

So I have been on a crazy health and fitness kick since fashion decided it is only for sticks lol. Here is some of the food I have been making and they all taste amazing :) I have made asparagus sautéed in garlic with potatoes, sweet potato and spinach quesadillas, baby spinach chips, baked zucchini fries, cauliflower crust pizza, and avocado tuna. Up next is baked avocado fries :)

Debbie <3

Brahmin Spring 2012

2012-03-30T17:38:00.001-04:00

I love when the Vogue Influencer Network shares new Brahmin collections with me because they are so amazing :) Check out my favorites here:

Debbie <3

Vichy Triple Action Anti-Acne Hydrating Lotion

2012-03-14T12:50:00.000-04:00

Recently I was sent a sample of Vichy Laboratories Normaderm for acne prone skin from Allure magazine. Two pieces of the sample were mini bottle of the hydrating lotion. The lotion contains salicylic acid to treat gross pimples and blackheads so I thought "oh, this is probably going to make my skin dry and peel". Ew. But, I tried it anyway and I think I just found my new beauty obsession since false lashes! Instantly my skin felt soft and hydrated and didn't feel dry for the entire day. The best part was that my skin barely produced any oil the whole day. Anything that can make my face shine free without drying it out deserves a spot in my medicine chest! More pluses to this fabulous face cream; it has hydra-peeling technology, is oil free, paraben free, and non-comedogenic! I am do buying a bottle of this lotion when I run out of these samples! And it is only about $25 at your local drug store... Pretty awesome :)

Debbie <3

THE ENTIRE JASON WU FOR TARGET COLLECTION

2012-01-10T21:44:00.000-05:00

Here is what we all have been waiting for and at such amazing prices. The most expensive piece in this collection is only $60!! I love how the collection has a modern, girly, nautical theme going on and I am OBSESSED with the cream and black bags! I am not to sure how I feel about the cats, but you never know it might grow on me. I cannot wait for this hit stores on February 5th!

My Latest Obsession: HUGE Necklaces!

2012-01-06T20:05:00.000-05:00

So lately I have been completely obsessed with big necklaces- I just can't stop buying new chunkers (thats what I call big necklaces ha). Okay not lately... always lol but I couldn't give up the chance to share with you the necklace sale on GILT. They are selling the most amazing enormous necklaces just in time for the Spring Season. Here is a preview on what you can purchase:

Chan Luu $295 ~~$516~~

David Aubrey $42 ~~$86~~

David Aubrey $42 ~~$91~~

Gerard Yosca $88 ~~$280~~ (SUCH A STEAL!)

Kenneth Jay Lane $158 ~~$438~~

Leslie Danzis $64 ~~$128~~

R.J. Graziano $52 ~~$95~~

Amazing right? Don't wait to check out this great steals on GILT the sale ends in the morning!!

Lexus Turns a Car into Fashion

2012-01-05T14:46:00.000-05:00

I saw this ad in Vogue a few weeks ago. I know I am a little slow on the subject (I am catching up lol) but I thought it was so cool! Lexus took one of their hybrid cars and turned them into fashion! Lexus called this project the Lexus Fashion Workshop. This takes sustainable fashion to a whole other level. Bracelets, sunglasses, shoes, and even a jacket were created all from parts of a car. Wicked. Check out the pictures and video:

I am Finally Back in the Game

2012-01-04T13:24:00.000-05:00

Hello Everyone,

I am so sorry that I have neglected this page for so long :( but no worries I am back at it and am here to stay! To start my blogging again, I would first like to thank Brahmin, QVC, and the Vogue Influencer Network for the two beautiful gifts I received from them this holiday season.

From Brahmin; this beautiful clutch which is ironically called "Debi" haha:

And from QVC & the Vogue Influencer Network a beautiful Melania Trump Watch:

I have a lot of posts planned so stay tuned!

<3

New Macy's INC Collection: Dark Shine

2011-10-22T21:24:00.000-04:00

So I am totally into sequins and sparkles (I am sure you already knew that!). So I am absolutely in love with this new INC collection at Macy's! Check out this video that the Vogue Influencer Network shared with me about the collection:

IN LOVE!

Versace for H&M

2011-10-20T22:09:00.000-04:00

So H&M finally announced when the launch of the Versace collection would be. November 17th and it won't cost more than $300!! And thanks to Fashionista here is most of the collection :)

So outragous, but awesome. I can't wait to see it in person :)

<3

Elizabeth Knight Jewelry

2011-10-19T21:39:00.000-04:00

I was introduced to this new line of jewelry by the website Pure Wow. Elizabeth Knight Jewelry is made in Brooklyn, NY and is absolutely amazing. It is my new obsession. My favorite pieces are from the Armor Collection, but there are four others and they are all gorgeous. Check it out:

Hammered Layer Rings $200

Pyramid Bangle $120

Stud Necklace $265

Large Spike Earring $70

Blade Ring $75

Small Water Cuff $330

Multi Vertabrae Earrings $100

Check out the rest of this amazing jewelry here: Elizabeth Knight Jewelry

Lancome Doll Lashes Mascara

2011-10-12T19:12:00.000-04:00

The Vogue Influencer Network has been very good to me lately :) The best thing they have sent me in a while: Lancome Doll Lashes Mascara.

The brush is different than I am used to. I usually use mascara that has a huge puffy brush but this one was thin on one end and thick on the other. I was not sure if I would like this mascara because I did not think it make my lashes as big as I like them because the brush was smaller than normal for me. But boy was I wrong. This mascara made my lashes humungous in just one stroke! So imagine how amazing they look when I used a few coats. I would recommend this mascara to everyone who loves big lashes. Thank you Vogue Influencer Network!

Nine West Boots!

2011-09-28T23:20:00.004-04:00

The Vogue Influencer Network shared with me some of Nine West's new boots. They are so cute!

How amazing are these boots! I am in love with them. Hopefully I can win one of the gift cards so I can get a pair!