The Stylemaker

Suave Refresh and Revive #dryshampoo

2016-09-09T15:11:00.001-04:00

I recently tested Suave Refresh and Revive dry shampoo via @influenster. I really like this product. I'd call myself pretty well versed in the dry shampoo universe. I've been using Batiste and Tigi. They both are okay but Suave has beat them in my opinion. Batiste is okay, smells good, cost effective but leaves quite a bit of residue. Tigi smells awesome, does not leave residue but it is quite expensive. Suave smelled great, lasted all day, gave my hair great texture, didn't leave a residue and is very cost effective.

I highly recommend it! I will honestly purchase it for myself when I run out and will even try out some of the other versions Suave has put out.

Vacation hair-day three of no wet shampooing-just using Suave dry shampoo!

ZzzQuil-Nighttime Sleep-Aid

2016-07-26T19:02:00.001-04:00

New product-and it's non-habit forming, and really works. ZzzQuil Sleep Aid does just that. It aids in helping you fall asleep. It's good for a once-in-a-while sleepless night. Just make sure you can get 7-8 hours of sleep when taking it. It worked on a day when I drank a cup of coffee a little too late in the day.

Always Radiance

2016-07-26T18:20:00.001-04:00

These pads have fun packaging-but that's not all what they are about. They are protective and keep you dry. The only downfall I found was that they are scented, which can be overpowering if you are sensitive to scented hygiene products. Overall though-good product!

#GoddessVoxBox July 2016=Fun!

2016-07-26T18:08:00.001-04:00

I truly enjoyed getting a VoxBox from @influenster! I received many products to test and had so much fun doing it. I like all products except the Pantene. It dried my hair out-but that was the point of the box. Testing products-you may not love them all, but who loves everything they try anyways?! :)

Cutex Polish Remover Wipes=Awesome

2016-07-25T20:00:00.001-04:00

I recently tried out Cutex Advanced Revival Polish Remover pads. They are super quick at removing polish and convenient! The pads are not harsh smelling and they truly do leave your nails moisturized. Only drawback-the felt pads dries very quickly so you need to act fast or you'll end up needing more than one. I received the pads complimentary for testing purposes via @influenster I love the fact that I got to test them for free as I will be purchasing them when I run out of the sample. They'll be great to travel with too! #CutexNails #SoCutex #healthynails

The Look for Less: Reese!

2015-01-02T17:19:00.001-05:00

The Look for Less: Reese! by carolynjbraden featuring a flared mini skirt

Old Navy blue button shirt
oldnavy.gap.com

Zara flared mini skirt
zara.com

Pieces beige bag
asos.com

Cole Haan tortoiseshell sunglasses
c21stores.com

Get TURBODOWN With #Columbia

2014-10-29T19:41:00.001-04:00

Get TURBODOWN With #Columbia by carolynjbraden featuring holiday decorations

Columbia sportswear
columbia.com

Light weight pants
columbia.com

Women's Weekday Waffle Cowl
columbia.com

Columbia Sportswear lined boots
columbia.com

Button jewelry
columbia.com

Scarve
columbia.com

Opi nail lacquer
$29 - nelly.com

Coach House holiday decoration
$11 - selfridges.com

Noble Falls Trapper
columbia.com

Diamonds and Pearls: Nature's Beauty

2014-10-29T18:50:00.001-04:00

Diamonds and Pearls: Nature's Beauty by carolynjbraden featuring Olivia Riegel

Sidney Garber extra long pearl necklace
barneys.com

Diamond jewelry
1stdibs.com

Vintage brooch
therealreal.com

Bead necklace
1stdibs.com

Olivia Riegel frame
bloomingdales.com

#Target or #TargetMobile is Strange

2014-10-24T21:07:00.001-04:00

Not in style: Target Mobile.

My husband and I had the weirdest experience at Target tonight. We decided to purchase the iPhone 6 Plus after researching which carrier to go with and where we should make our purchase. Due to a good discount on a plan because of where we work, we decided to switch to Verizon from AT&T. The Target Mobile guy started the process of setting up our company switch and purchase and just as he made it to the end, an error flashed on his computer screen telling him to call a number. He called the number (his company, "Target Mobile", which isn't really Target related...they just lease the name I suppose) and they told him not to sell the phones to us. They refused----REFUSED---- to say why. Our credit is great, we don't owe any money to Target or to any credit companies (we really do live within our means...I work hard to be able to afford a cell phone or whatever but never overspend and we research every big purchase like crazy!) and we are not criminals! (That is what I felt like...a criminal though my husband and I do not have any kind of criminal background). The guy at the store gave us the number he called and when my husband called (he was very angry but stayed calm) the woman said she doesn't talk to customers and the store representative we dealt with would have to take up the issue with his manager. He said he could never reach his manager but said he'd try. He also gave us the name and number of his manager to try ourselves.

So, since Target Mobile isn't Target, we are still going to try calling some customer service line, sending e-mails, tweet, blog and call that manager guy that is apparantly unreachable. No one would give us any reason AT ALL why they wouldn't give the phones to us. Our credit was run and was great so that was not the problem. Were the phones defective and Apple paid them to say "don't sell the phone...but don't say why" in their secretive ways, was it a computer glitch, was it a sign to not switch to Verizon? We really have no clue. Hopefully we find out some reason and I can share it so others won't have to go through this.

Is this end of the world for us? Absolutely not. We'll just to order our phones through AT&T or wait until the Apple store gets more. It's really more of a question about the shady doings of Target and their not Target related "Target Mobile." By the way...you'll know a Target Mobile rep by their clothes. They wear black shirts instead of red.

Lifetime TV: Petals on the Wind

2014-05-22T21:37:00.001-04:00

Lifetime TV: Petals on the Wind by carolynjbraden featuring an antique hand mirror

Marchesa black dress
stylebop.com

Yves Saint Laurent black shoes
barneys.com

Diamond jewelry
cartier.us

Stephen Webster white gold earrings
farfetch.com

Deborah Lippmann nail polish
beauty.com

Pier 1 Imports antique hand mirror
pier1.com

60 Second Camping Style

2014-05-21T23:21:00.001-04:00

60 Second Camping Style by carolynjbraden featuring a wooden hammock

T By Alexander Wang bomber jacket
$510 - shopmrsh.com

Big Star clothing
farfetch.com

Hunter boots
$83 - theoutnet.com

Madewell bath body product
madewell.com

Watercolor painting
etsy.com

Wooden hammock
amazon.com

Garden Trading folding stool
$59 - occa-home.co.uk

ILOVEGORGEOUS
$380 - fieldcandy.com

Pendleton Blankets, Roll-Up Outdoor Nylon Reverse Wool Blanket
macys.com

Sophie Conran Camp Bucket Set
$50 - occa-home.co.uk

60 Second Beauty: It's That Easy!

2014-05-19T23:18:00.001-04:00

60 Second Beauty: It's That Easy! by carolynjbraden featuring Stila

Urban decay makeup
beauty.com

Stila blush
beauty.com

Eye makeup remover
target.com

Carolyn Braden's Summer Shoe Collection

2014-05-17T21:50:00.001-04:00

It's no lie that I love shoes. Here a just few new pairs that will get me through the summer season. I'll wear my TOMS and several other shoe styles as well, but these are my latest favorites.

Teva sandals. Loved them in the early 90's and love them now. They'll be great during my vacation when I go paddleboarding.

Doc Marten sandals. These are crazy high but make my legs look way long.

Sam Edelman Oxford flats....in gold of course. These are great with skirts or shorts. They can be dressed up or dressed down and they really stand out.

Flatform leather sandals from Urban Outfitters. They.Match.Everything.