The Pretty Kitty

Finesse to the Rescue

2018-07-04T11:43:00.002-07:00

Last year when I decided to bleach my hair and do a blonde balayage I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I’ve never actually died my hair to that point. I was bored of my hair! I wanted something new. I wanted to feel good and I needed a change. Little did I know the consequences, not to say that I don’t have a good stylist or that I don’t like my hair but the amount of work that is put into it is absolutely crazy. I had naturally straight hair, with that the disadvantage of no volume. Which I also didn’t like. Now with my blonde hair I had volume but my hair was stiff and unhealthy. I would wake up with frizzy unmanageable hair every single day. I still blow dry my hair dry and straighten/curl my hair a few times a week. But I kept on treating my hair like it was normal. I was making a big mistake. I had to change my entire hair routine. This meant it was more money on top of the already treatments that I got. Luckily Finesse was here for the rescue. Can you believe that a hair mask or treatment can do so much good in such a short period of time I couldn’t! But looking at the difference truly amazed me.

So now after every shower I apply the hair mask. My hair is soft, it’s manageable, it looks way healthier. And I can see that the heat damage is not affecting it as much. All of these are wins for me. Wait! Did I mention that Finesse hair treatments are affordable? Well they are available at Target or Target.com You can find these and the other hair care products. I highly recommend giving them a try and you won't regret it.

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Canvas Factory Review

2018-04-01T16:16:00.001-07:00

When ever it comes to printing my photos, I am very careful where I send them too. As a photographer you want the best quality for your images. This is really important specially if your clients request prints from you. Well not only did I find a great place to print canvas images but I found the quality and customer service I deserve.

CanvasFactory.com is the perfect place to get your special print. Ordering it was simple! It took me 5 minutes or less and my order was finished. You can select images from your computer or social media accounts. There are different sizes and the options of canvas, hd metal and acrylic. Depending on your needs, these are all great options. Now that I have seen how amazing Canvas Factory is, I cannot wait to order HD prints. I know the photographs I took from my birthday trip to Yosemite will look amazing.
Did I mention how affordable they are? This is exciting! They have prints starting at $11 and you can do single prints, multiples, collages, split images and more. I took a beautiful portrait of my fur baby Nala and it is my favorite picture of her. I also made it my screensaver on my phone. So I wanted a bigger print and I love it! Even if you are not a photographer you can print your images here or if you enjoy decorating your home they also have beautiful landscapes and other images. These make great gifts and perfect for special occasions like graduations or weddings. I hope you guys try these out and enjoy them as much as I do.

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Valentine's Day Outfit Ideas

2018-02-09T21:49:00.000-08:00

It is just around the corner and you don't need to skip it if you don't have a Valentine, you can have a Galentine or spend sometime pampering yourself. Regardless you don't need a silly Holiday to feel loved and good about yourself. Here are a few outfits that are fun, flirty, effortless and chic.

Dress: Tobi So Lost Blush Sweater | Jacket: Just Fab Distressed Denim Jacket (old) | Shoes: Just Fab Quinn (last year) | Watch: Apple Watch Series 3

This dress also looks great with OTK boots and a leather jacket.

Dress: Tobi Never Forget You Lace Up Sweater Dress | Hat: Windsor Black Classic Boater Hat | Shoes: Just Fab Sharona (last year)

This look can be elevated by wearing heeled boots or dressed down by wearing sneakers. Pair with a casual jacket or a coat for a layered comfy look.

Dress: Tobi Borrow Love Rose Shift Dress | Handbag: BCBG Portia Feather | Shoes: Just Fab Makemba

What I love about shift dresses is that they can flatter any body type and they are easy and comfortable to wear. Again this is a great dress to dress up or down. Pair with a bomber jacket and sneakers for a fun girly look or with nude heels for a night out.

New Online Store! Dream Come True Sole and Style

2017-12-23T21:37:00.001-08:00

Ok So I have been out for a while and this is because I have been working on opening my own online store Sole and Style. I wrote a post on the website as well:

For many years I have dreamed about opening my own fashion boutique and I am so happy that I am now at that point of my life where that is possible. I remember creating a business plan at school and all the hard work I put into it, after 4 years of collecting dust...(not really its a digital file lol) I can finally put my degree to work. I put my everything in my work as a stylist and blogger. And this is no exception!!! I enjoy my work and having the ability to change someones perspective of themselves. I have always found that fashion is a key to becoming who you want to be. ALL A GIRL NEEDS IS THE RIGHT PAIR OF SHOES AND SHE CAN CONQUER THE WORLD.
I want to invite all of you to take a part of this journey and enjoy what I have to offer! Thank you so much. -xoxo Crystal

Here are a few of my favorite pieces. I do have shoes available and soon adding fashion tees. I am offering a discount on the entire purchase WELCOME10 and Free Shipping on orders of $70 or more. We are also on social media I will add the links down below. I will also add new jewelry pieces soon with a blog post dedicated to them as well. Every piece is hand picked by me and I also try and keep my favorite pieces.

Quote Bracelets $7.99

OOTD Soft Edge

2017-11-21T16:35:00.000-08:00

I am guilty of having a "uniform" my go-to outfits are black denim jeans, booties and a jacket. I really like these because they are comfortable and stylish.

Top: Target A New Day Scoop Tee | Jacket: Zara Faux Suede Biker jacket | Denim: Zara Mid Rise Denim | Handbag: Just Fab Rada | Shoes: YSL Signature Blake

To Spain in JustFab Style

2017-11-10T00:00:00.000-08:00

October was the perfect month to go to Spain. The weather was great, slightly cooler than California. Perfect weather for layering. Spain has always been on my travel bucket list and since I always travel on my birthdate I decided it was about time. I visited Barcelona and Madrid. On a 12 hour direct flight to Barcelona my thought process was to sleep during the plane ride…which I did for 6 hours btw. We left at night and arrived at night. Arrived at the hotel, went out for dinner and a few drinks. Called it a night to be refreshed and prepared for the day to come.

Barcelona is filled with art, music and history. It has a very urban feel. If you like in Los Angeles you can say it is somewhat similar. So much that I found an authentic Mexican antojitos spot called Taco Alto. Of course having tried some of the best tacos here and in Mexico I had little to no expectations to what I was actually going to try. For me to say these were one of the best tacos I have ever tried, it is major! So it is definitely a place to try.

Favorite destination in my itinerary was the Sagrada Familia. It surpassed my expectations, from reading about it in Art History class in High School to actually being inside and looking at the beautiful architecture of Antoni Gaudi. Regardless of your religious beliefs this is a must see if you are ever in Barcelona, Spain. Even though it is not completed you can still appreciate the beauty.

Royal Palace of Madrid seems a bit ordinary from the outside and you are surprised looking at the hidden gems inside. Not only is it beautiful but it leaves you speechless. Because inside these rooms lies years and years of history. Unable to get many photos because of their strict no photography policy the ones I do have tell only a fraction of the story within the walls. The rooms still decorated with the original designs, or what the new queens changed from the previous royal family. They were highly influenced by other cultures. Gifts from oriental rulers that influenced anything from their fashion and interior decor and even cooking and baking methods. You really do need the whole day to take advantage of everything the palace has to offer. My husband and I arrived at 10 am and left around 6pm. Unaware there was a royal garden with fountains and peacocks casually walking around.

After the long day at the palace we couldn’t help but notice a delicious smell of food coming from across the street. We made a stop to Toros Tapas. The service, food and ambiance were all amazing. The atmosphere is relaxed and the servers really try to understand your English to provide you with the best service. Everyone was friendly and for a highly tourist are prices were reasonable.

And now I’m sitting in my apartment, totally pooped, jet-lagged but definitely worth it.

OOTD Caped Cool

2017-11-08T00:00:00.000-08:00

As the holidays are approaching we are always in the look out for a formal versatile coat you can wear with a dress or a semi casual outfit. This is a perfect cape coat for those occasions.

Top: Oversized Cuff Poplin Top | Coat: Faux Fur Cape Coat | Jeggings: High Waisted Rider Jegging | | Shoes: Reagan Boots

Coat Call OOTD

2017-10-31T00:00:00.000-07:00

This month's Hot Piece definitely has to be this Military Faux Wool Coat. It is in my favorite color, Olive Green and it is so flattering on all body types. It is a great lenght perfect for evening or a cold day. Serves its purpose of keeping you warm and cozy while looking stylish. Again a piece you can dress up or down.

Dress: Fit and Flare Ponte Dress | Coat: Military Faux Wool Coat | Shoes: Karolina Booties

Dare to Drape OOTD

2017-10-25T00:00:00.000-07:00

I just love an outfit that is sexy, versatile and feminine, this jumpsuit is all of that and more. I like that you can wear it to work, or a date night. Just change your shoes and handbag and you are good to go.

Jumpsuit: Wide Lenght Jumpsuit | Jacket: Faux Suede Drape Coat | Shoes: Karolina Booties | Handbag: Borys Satchel

Red Wine OOTD

2017-10-23T16:38:00.000-07:00

Top: Long Sleeve Pocket Shirt | Jacket: Long Line Utility Jacket | Bottoms: Faux Leather Moto | Handbag: Emilian Stachel | Shoes: Shylan Booties

Plum Luxe OOTD

2017-10-21T16:13:00.000-07:00

Plaid to The Woods OOTD

2017-10-19T16:07:00.000-07:00

Top: Just Fab Grommet Plaid Shirt | Bottoms: High Waisted Jeggings | Jacket: Embellished Biker Jacket | Shoes: Freda

Actress Melissa Bolona Performs Alongside Maggie Grace in Rob Cohen's The Hurricane Heist

2017-10-18T13:17:00.000-07:00

Fans of Melissa Bolona might remember her from her role in The Year of Spectacular Men. According to the Melissa Bolona IMDb page, that movie is a romantic comedy about a young woman’s relationships with her family, friends, and romantic prospects. Her newest movie, The Hurricane Heist, has a completely different tone. It is a thriller set in an evacuated coastal town during a category 5 hurricane.

What We Know About The Hurricane Heist

The Hurricane Heist will debut in U.S. theaters in February 2018. Perhaps the biggest name associated with the movie is Rob Cohen, its director. Cohen is famous for his role in creating the Fast and the Furious franchise of movies. Clearly, he has a mind for fast-paced, thrilling action movies. He has worked on dozens of films, whether as a director or a producer.

As the title suggests, the plot of The Hurricane Heist centers around a bank heist. After a hurricane necessitates the evacuation of a beach town, its U.S. mint facility is left vulnerable to intruders. A group of robbers attempt to steal millions of dollars from the facility, while the few emergency personnel remaining in town try to stop them.

The Cast of The Hurricane Heist

One of the lead actresses in The Hurricane Heist is Maggie Grace, who had a role on Lost for several seasons. She also appeared in the Taken series. Another lead actor in the movie is Toby Kebell. His film credits include Dawn of the Planet of the Apes and Kong: Skull Island. Melissa Bolona has a supporting role in The Hurricane Heist. Promotional materials for the film do not specify whether her character is perpetrating the heist or trying to stop it.

The Hurricane Heist could be Melissa Bolona’s most thrilling movie yet.

Little Red Dress OOTD

2017-10-06T18:21:00.000-07:00

I love fit and flare styles, they are so flattering to almost all body types. I overlooked this dress because I thought the fabric was going to make it look cheap but once I tried it, I fell in love. It is thick and you can feel the quality is very different. I like this dress from Just Fab because it is unique a little flirty and little sporty.

Dress: Mesh Fit and Flare | Jacket: Embellished Biker Jacket | Shoes: Sharona

Kenra Professional Snail Collection Review

2017-10-05T11:27:00.000-07:00

Kenra Professional launched a brand new line of haircare based on Korean beauty secret. I received the Kenra Platinum Snail Collection in the mail and I was both excited but skeptical about it. Through all the styling my hair is still lifeless!!! So of course I had to give myself some time trying this out and see if this is really going to work out. Snail essence is Koreans anti-aging beauty secret. We all have heard about Korean beauty products they must be doing something right because they all look amazing from anywhere to their flawless skin to perfect straight hair.

First off the shampoo and conditioner smell great. You only need a little, it goes a long way. I have long thick hair so I was worried this would be a problem but it is not. So it claims to help solve 10 problems with the collection. By infusing each item with snail essence improving the the youth and elasticity of your hair. So here are the 10 hair solutions it offers and checked is what actually happened to me based on my 2 week experience.

1. Dulling

2. Thinning✔

3. Breakage✔

4. Frizz✔

5. Dryness✔

6. Elasticity✔

7. Porosity (not sure how you measure this)

8. Scalp irritation

9. Unmanageability✔

10. Coarse Texture

I say this is pretty amazing even if it is not all of the 10. The coarse texture in my hair only disappears when I get a haircut and that would last a week or two. I style my hair every other day and use a hairdryer to dry my hair 90 percent of the time. Scalp irritation might be because of all the heat I put my scalp through. The collection is available now at Ulta.

I do have to say that two of my favorite products are the hairsprays I received two. The Heat Block Spray 22 and the Kenra Shaping Spray 21. The Heat Block enriched with bee propolis, a natural resin that forms a cast around the cuticle for unparalleled heat protection. It dries up really fast and holds your hair perfectly for a long time. It helps me keep my curls in shape when it is cloudy. Kenra Shaping Spray 21 is the first hairspray without alcohol. Like the heat block spray it is also perfect for styling.

Like and follow Kenra Professional on social media:

Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/KenraProfessional

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KenraProfessional

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/KenraProfessional

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Kenra_Haircare

Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/Kenra

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Total Flirt OOTD

2017-10-04T18:11:00.002-07:00

I am obsessed with anything that can go from work to play. I don't always have the time to spend and it is either one thing or the other. That is why this outfit is perfect. All you do is change a few things like your hair and makeup or shoes and handbag. I would change my handbag into a crossbody. The shoes are perfect for a night out.

Top: Wrap Bodysuit | Blazer: Pleated Back Blazer | Denim: High Waisted Jegging | Handbag: Bryson (No longer available) | Shoes: Marlo Booties

When Sheet Mask Review

2017-08-20T13:30:00.002-07:00

One of my favorite and go-to face products have to be sheet mask. I use them before events, when I need a little me time. They are easy to use with minimal mess what is not to like. I have used When Mask in 10:00 PM and Glamour Base before so now I get to experience the whole pack. Each mask has its own purpose, for example they hydrate, brighten, and rejuvenate your skin.

When 10:00 PM - Anti-Aging and helps protect skin and help improve skin conditions.

When Glamour Base - Primer that helps a flawless base for makeup.

When Snow Magic - Brightening your skin.

When The Last Choice- Hydrating and keep skin moisturized.

When Travel Mate - Rejuvenating to gently hydrate and soothe skin, great for on the road.

The packaging is amazing. I like to store mine on the fridge because it helps with puffiness when traveling, on the day of the month or simply one of those days. When mask have to be one of my favorites! Inside the package you find three sheets, one of plastic, the actual mask and a layer of paper. All of the mask comes with an extra Serum that you can use all over your body. Which is pretty amazing, might as well take care of the rest of your body. These mask are not the type that are oversize, they fit perfectly on your face and stick on so you don't not have to worry about it falling off which is amazing because most of the time you want to be doing something else. After wearing the mask for 30 minutes my skin feels moist rice and refresh. I also gave it an extra few minutes for the serum to absorbed into my skin. And that feeling lasted for hours.
When Mask are available at Sephora and When. They are totally worth giving them a try.

From Summer to Fall

2017-08-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

I am a Fall/Winter person, I love layering and I love my booties. This outfit is perfect not only for those of us who love Fall but for the boho girls. The peasant dress is really flattering on almost all body types. It fits longer on me because I am short but I am sure it would look great on a taller girl. I am also wearing what I call a must have in all closets, That item is the belted Cardigan. I don't know what it is about it but it finishes so many looks and gives you a put together look. Even if you are short it looks great,

Dress: Just Fab Pintuck Peasant Dress | Cardigan: JustFab Belted Cardigan | Handbag: Francois Handbag | Shoes: Sharona Bootie

Work It Out

2017-08-04T00:00:00.000-07:00

This month we are taking it Varsity Chic. LA vibes or what you mix in during your days in college. I have never been sporty or even wore loungewear out at all. I used to believe that once you wore sweatpants out in the streets you have given up on life. (no offense to anyone who does) I have always appreciated the feeling you get when you dress up, wear a pair of heels and some makeup. Anyways now it is different I have learned that you can dress up pretty much anything and look amazing. It is all about knowing your body and having confidence. I love this look, it is a little glam, sexy, comfy at the same time. After wearing heels all day I switched up to these cute tennis shoes that were perfect for a day out.

Top: Blocked Cold Shoulder Top | Bottoms: Colorblocked Jogger | Handbag: Gramm Crossbody | Shoes: Marlo Bootie and Ryane Sneaker

Red Elegance with StyleWe

2017-07-30T17:53:00.000-07:00

Have you heard of StyleWe? They have a great selection of designer pieces at great prices. These are unique items that you do not find at your average fast fashion retailer. Let's just start by saying that the website is very modern, clean and has a lot of categories which you could choose from. I also enjoy that they have a section called the style social and they have real women wearing the items. When you click on the pictures it will take you to the designers name style in there or you can choose the size of the product details are very thorough. And like I said you can find a look book where other girls have style the same item. The website also offers a discount on hundreds of sales, not to mention that they offer free shipping on most of their items. I know how much I hate to pay for shipping for something I'm paying a good amount of money for. StyleWe has different brands and different designers at various price points which I like.

I was able to review this red elegant three-quarter sleeve dress from Misslook. I love the red color it is very flattering to mow skin tones. It is also very easy to style you can pair with nude heels like I have done or black pumps. I think that because of the design of the dress you don't really need much accessories a cute pair of earrings or a gold necklace will do just fine. It is a midi dress that hits right below the knee for me. It is also made out of polyester and rayon which gives a little stretch. This is the perfect dress for work or going out.

Here are some of my thoughts on the website:
Positives

Images on the website are very beautiful and well styled. It gives you the ability to Zoom in and look at details in an item.
Like I mentioned they offer free shipping on a lot of their items and they have a great variety for all body shapes and sizes.
My favorite section is the look books where you can see other bloggers or girls wearing the same items at the website and it gives you an idea of how to style if you have no idea what to parent item with.

Negatives

Sizing can be a little tricky they have very different side size guide and what I'm usually used to it is a very big 0, 2-4, 6-8 to 10 very confusing to me even if it is a size medium for example I am not the same bust size or weight size as the model so it's very difficult to tell.
Shipping takes a while to get updated. Plus they ship with DHL which in my experience has not always been a positive one. So make sure you read the return and exchange policy before purchasing anything.

90's Baby OOTD

2017-07-27T00:00:00.000-07:00

I wanted to give you another idea of how we can style the plaid tunic. I think it is a great piece. You can definitely turn it into a casual look with a pair of leggings and some booties. Or something like this. I am seriously feeling a lumberjack look 😂 what do you guys think?

Mixing Metallics

2017-07-20T00:00:00.000-07:00

Wearing a trend or a fabric you think might not be so flattering can be a bit scary. I like with food try anything once before I decide I like it or not. So I have mentioned before I am not a fan of pink but I am loving this light pink that is everywhere now. This is in my opinion the easiest and safest way to wear metallics and pink.

Top: JustFab Foiled HiLow Top | Denim: Rollup Slim Crop | Backpack: JustFab William | Shoes: JustFab Leander

Inspired by Selena Quintanilla

2017-07-17T00:00:00.000-07:00

I hope you guys are catching the pattern here. For the last few post they have all been 90's inspired. In the 90's there was a Tex Mex singer called Selena Quintanilla. She was beautiful, fun, flirty, sexy and edgy. I felt inspired to do this look based on her style. OH! and you can't forget the signature red lips.

Vest: JustFab Faux Moto Vest | Top: JustFab Lace Trim Blouse | Bottoms: Pull On Jegging | Backpack: Barnes | Shoes: Loreida

Patched Up OOTD

2017-07-10T00:00:00.000-07:00

I love versatile jackets, I am all about layering and when the weather permits you will find me in a jacket. Today was a chilly morning so I decided to take a fairly feminine outfit and give it a little edge, What I like about the jacket is that it comes with removable patches. You can also add more if you like. The hardware and details of the jacket make it unique. Definitely a must when it comes to Fall pieces.

Jacket: Just Fab Removable Patch Parka | Top: Express Lace Up Cold Shoulder Cami | Denim: Black Leggings (old) | Shoes: Just Fab Haylen Booties | Handbag: Just Fab Arun

Kinzd Women's Wallet

2017-07-08T11:46:00.000-07:00

Have you gals ever struggled with finding a wallet that fit your small crossbody? I know I have and just now have I found one that fits my needs. I needed something cute, small enough to fit all my needs. But I am also very concerned for my identity safety because I have lost my ID and cards in the past. I have had to carry them in my pocket either in my pants or jacket. That is a bad risk. Now I no longer have to do that. The small Kinzd Upgraded Accordion Wallet has enough compartments for my cards, cash and a ID window which I enjoy. The wallet comes in 4 colors; the classic black with gold hardware which is the one I received, a purple, blue and red. They are all great fun colors. In the accordion, it can fit up to 10 cards. This comes in handy when traveling or carrying your business cards, like I do. You can also carry cash of course, if you like. I know I rarely do but it comes in handy when you need it. If you are want to keep everything organized and in place the front snap section lets you see your most used cards, neatly.

Oh and the strap is great to lock into a larger purse for example. That way it will be easily visible and protects it from being pick-pocketed. This is a great wallet to try out. Definitely worth it, it is made out of genuine leather and the pictures only do not do it justice. You can find it on Amazon, or Kinzd for $15.99

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