Heart Fashion. Heart You.

Heart Support.

2010-12-14T10:12:00.000-05:00

First and foremost I would like to take this time to thank everyone for visiting Heart Fashion. Heart You. This blog is simply to give advice on love, beauty and health. Since I get so much feedback from you guys, I want to take some time out to respond to what you guys have said/asked.

Verani from Facebook commented:
"I checked it out...nice page... i digg it Lyndra..big things..a new thing far as fashion check out all the wonders behind baking soda toothpaste"
-Thanks Verani! I appreciate all your support. I will definitely look into baking soda and the effects that it has on us.

Ashley from Facebook commented:
"love the page boook boook!!!! im so proud of u!!!! thanks for the tips!!!"
-Thanks Ashley! I'm glad you like it. I hope it helps girlie! =)

Raeshaun from Facebook commented:
"CONGRATS!!! I love the idea!! i will be stopping through to get some celebrity tips and beauty secrets!"
-Thanks Raeshaun! If you have any specific questions about any beauty secrets be sure to let me know! I'll try my best to respond accordingly.

Cece from Facebook commented:
"I like da blk booties from forever21 canada!"
-Cece I totally agree! I would definitely love those as a Christmas present.

Ladonna from Facebook commented:
"WOW, thats good advice.... mmm you stepped on my toes."
-LOL Ladonna sorry I stepped on your toes, but I'm glad I could be of assistance. I might have to interview you one day =)

Quiana from Facebook commented:
"LOVING The Heart Fashion. Heart You. Blog!
Keep Doing Your Thing, Girl...
Those Chains On The Nails Was HOTT!!!"
-Thanks girl! I'm sooooo glad you like it. You have to try those chain nails out and tell me how they work for you!!

Thanks for all of your support and comments! Feel free to keep them coming and remember...
Heart Fashion. Heart You.

Inexpensive Christmas Gifts!!!

2010-12-14T07:56:00.001-05:00

If anyone can understand what it's like trying to purchase Christmas gifts on a tight budget, it's a college student! I've had a few request from some users to do this topic and I thought it would be a lot of fun, so I'll let you guys know a few of my picks for inexpensive Christmas gifts!! And don't worry...You will NOT break the bank with these items =). Check it out.

Forever 21

Faceted Rhinestone Victorian Ring

Was: ~~$4.80~~
Now: $3.84

Victoria's Secret

Beauty Rush Lip Gloss

Get delicious shine with shades that taste as good as they look.

$7 or Special 2/$12 or 5/$20

Family Dollar

All of the above are $5 Gifts!!!

JCPenney

Arizona Vintage Woven

$8.99

No matter who you're shopping for, there is always an inexpensive Christmas gift out there that suits everyone's needs. Whether it is cute jewelry from Forever 21 ($3.84), some tasty lip gloss from Victoria's Secret ($4), a gift for the home from Family Dollar ($5), or a vintage Arizona shirt from JCPenney (less than $10) there's many ideas for inexpensive Christmas gifts out there. Just research the clearance section of your favorite website and I'm sure you'll find some new ideas for yourself!!!

Merry Christmas!

And remember

Heart Fashion. Heart You.

Ways to Give Back this Christmas Season

2010-12-14T05:58:00.000-05:00

So, the holidays are a time for family to get together and share the Christmas spirit. Along with that Christmas spirit, there are always the fabulous presents that come along with it. But have you thought about the people who won't be receiving gifts this season? For example, the homeless man on the corner or a family that you know is in need of financial help. I'll provide ways to give back that will help you to help someone else this season. Giving is not all about money, it's about the person. Even if you are not financially able, I'll list other ways that you can give back to someone in your community.

Ways to Give Back

*Volunteer at your local soup kitchen

*Donate gently worn clothes and shoes to the nearest Salvation army

*Give away old toys or buy new ones for the Toys for Tots Charity

*Ask your church about a family in need of financial assistance

*Give to the American Red Cross

*Donate a child's coat to Coats for Kids

As you can see, there are many ways to give back in your community. Christmas is not a season of selfishness so let us all inhabit the spirit of Christmas and donate this season. Whether you are donating time or money, your gifts are greatly appreciated! Below are a list of links for places to donate.

Coats for Kids

http://www.coats-for-kids.org//index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

American Red Cross

http://www.redcross.org/

Salvation Army

https://secure20.salvationarmy.org/?projectId=USN-Christmas2009

Toys for Tots
http://www.toysfortots.org/

Remember Heart Fashion. Heart You. and this Christmas season Heart Someone Else. =) MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

12 Holiday Tips for Eating Healthy

2010-12-14T04:56:00.000-05:00

On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me...12 tips for eating healthy. You know the old song. Now it's time to put that old song into action! Weight gain is definitely apparent during the holiday season. If not from the juicy turkey and mom's good ol' stuffing at Thanksgiving, it's the Christmas cookies around Jesus' birthday. Either way, it has been reported that an average American does gain at least one pound during the holiday season. So what exactly does this mean for you? Put a plan into motion! If you go into the season with the mindset that you want to maintain your weight, then here's a few tips for eating healthy during the busy holiday season.

1. Stop when you get the "full" feeling- When you get that feeling in your stomach that says, "Hey, I don't think I can take anymore..." don't ignore it. Listen to it! If you do, you may be able to eat a tasty treat afterwards.

2. Don't skip meals- This will cause you to overindulge, feeling it is ok to have two plates at one time. (I have been guilty of this in the past lol)

3. Walk the weight off- Since you absolutely have to visit the mall for the oh-so-fabulous sales that are going to be happening, why not park a little farther away at the mall? That way you'll burn a few extra calories while not even thinking about it.

4. Eat regularly- By doing this, you are less likely to over eat when going to that Christmas gathering.

5. Eat some tasty treats- Ok now who can really go through Christmas without the fabulous sugar cookies? No one in my opinion! So it's best to understand that it's sometimes ok to eat those holiday treats. Not so much because they are healthy, but think of it as a reward. If you've followed the tips for eating healthy, then why not treat yourself?

6. Watch the liquor- We all know how easy it can be to slip a little liquor in the eggnog, but this season try only putting a little bit in the mix or simply drink water. Drinking water will allow you to have more room to eat what you want.

7. Eat the healthy stuff first- It is much easy to satisfy your stomach if you start out by eating a plate of healthy food. If you do this, it will trick your stomach and you will only be able to consume a small amount of the bad stuff.

8. Prepare for that special holiday dinner- If you know you're going to be around some foods that aren't so great for you. Try eating a small meal before you go. That way you won't have too much extra room your stomach for overindulging.

9. Don't let your eyes become bigger than your stomach- Now although you may want every last holiday item that was cooked in the kitchen on your plate, eat your food in moderation. Allow your stomach to get the "full feeling" so that you don't become a victim of holiday weight gain.

10. Just say no- It is understood that when offered food, it is polite to eat it. During the holidays, this concept goes down the drain. People tend to offer you everything they have in the kitchen, but heed my warning...just say no! Not only because I'm sure you'll encounter food you don't like, but also because you don't need all the extra junk. Remember moderation is the key.

11. Exercise- Now I don't mean work out EVERY SINGLE DAY of your holiday vacation, but don't be a stranger to the word. Exercising will burn calories and give you the extra boost you need while participating in the vigorous holiday shopping. No one will be able to get that last Coach purse before you do!

12. Relax- The holidays can be a stressful time and when people are stressed, the first thing they turn to is junk food. Don't let this person be you. Give you mind time to cool down after a hectic shopping experience by listening to some soothing music or simply giving yourself some quiet time. We all know that is necessary during the holidays!

Everyone have a fabulous Christmas and remember if you follow these tips for eating healthy, it will avoid the dreaded weight gain that comes along with the holiday season. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY EATING!!!

Christmas Shopping for Less

2010-12-07T11:14:00.000-05:00

If you want to look fabulous this holiday but don’t want to spend all the holiday money, then check out this outfit for a very inexpensive price. This Christmas outfit includes items that are all less than $50!!!! Talk about a cool Christmas gift. The good thing about this set is that you can change out any piece you want. You can keep all of the pieces or buy just the blazer. If you already have a fabulous blazer and just want to add some pizzazz to your outfit then add in the harem trouser for a look that no one will forget during the holidays.

Now if you are shopping for someone and have a small budget, the accessories are a great find. It would be an accent to any Christmas outfit. For example, the gold charm bracelet from Amazon is only a staggering $1.99!!! The gold bracelet is also another good choice for only $5.99 from Forever 21. Who knew you could look so fabulous for such a decent price. Looks like you don’t have to get everyone socks this Christmas after all!


Inexpensive Christmas Outfit

Affordable Merry Christmas by shalyndra_hicks featuring summer tops

double strap knot halter top
15 GBP - janenorman.co.uk
Summer tops »

Striped Jackets, Bolero Jackets, Gothic Jackets, Punk Rock Jackets,...
$40 - infectiousthreads.com
Punk jacket »

Women's trousers & shorts - Ladies trousers and harem pants | New Look
22 GBP - newlook.com
Harem pants »

Workman Lace-Up Bootie
$34 - canada.forever21.com
Lace up boots »

Sac
$25 - canada.forever21.com
Forever21 clutches »

2 Strand Pearl Style CZ Wedding Choker Necklace (Ivory)
16 GBP - avalaya.com
Pearls jewelry »

Vintage Mesh Bow & Heart Charm Stretch Ring (Matte Gold Tone)
11 GBP - avalaya.com
Vintage style ring »

Chevron Knot Earring
7.50 GBP - missselfridge.com
Metal earrings »

Bracelet poli
$5.80 - canada.forever21.com
Forever21 bracelets »

Amazon.com: Designer Inspired Gold Heart Charm Toggle Bracelet Links...
$1.99 - amazon.com
Gold jewelries »

MARBELLA - EMBELLISHED BOW ADHESIVE TATTOO
75 EUR - luisaviaroma.com

decorating walls, do-it-yourself decoration stickers, wall stickers,...
$38 - ragingvinyl.com

DEPOT Online-Shop Xmas Background Poinsettia Red
depot-online.com

If you would like to purchase any of these items, simply click on the link to find out how to purchase them! It will definitely help with the madness of shopping for that perfect Christmas outfit. Good luck and happy shopping!!!

And don't forget...
Heart Fashion. Heart You.

Top Ways to Get a Callback after the 1st Date via the Love Doctor

2010-11-13T16:38:00.000-05:00

Love Doctor

Love Doctor's Tips
1.Make eye contact
2.Be yourself
3.Never be too available
4.Compromise
5.Be a friend
6.Don't interrogate
7.Let them talk
8.Never call back 1st
9.Avoid marriage conversation
10.Leave something to the imagination

For more tips from the love doctor subscribe to Heart Fashion. Heart You. on the subscribe page and get recent updates on how to maintain your love life!

XOXO

Top 10 Beauty Tips and Secrets

2010-11-09T10:46:00.003-05:00

1. Beauty is internal-
Inner beauty is the most beautiful thing a person can have. Work on your inner beauty and everything else will fall into place.

#2 Beauty Tip and Secret

2. Vaseline is your BFF-
When it comes to beauty tips and secrets the one thing that is on everyone’s tongue is Vaseline! It is completely multipurpose. It can be used as a makeup remover, solution to chapped lips, moisturize cuticles, substitute for massage oil and even make lashes look longer.The list of things Vaseline can do for you can go on forever, but is absolutely one of the cheapest beauty solutions out there!

3. De-stress yourself-
Stress is the number one cause for wrinkles and dark under eye circles. Give yourself a break and soak in a hot bath, listen to soothing music and light a few candles. This will definitely set the mood for stress to be released and relaxation to come on in.

4. Give your eyes a boost-
Add aloe vera gel to your eyes for great temporary firming underneath your eyes.

5. Tame those brows-
Unruly eyebrows are one of the leading causes for a dirty looking face. Use ash-tone or concealer to fill in brows for some definition. If you make a mistake while shaping your brows, it’s ok. Simply blend it in with a dark colored eye liner. Never use black! Brown works best.

6. Less is more-
This is one of the easier beauty tips and secrets. Instead of piling on the makeup and looking like a circus act, try using only a few of these items for a refreshing natural look. Mascara for the eyes, concealer for blemishes, and lip gloss can go a long way.

7. Epson salt works wonders-
Epson salt can be used to exfoliate, for facials, to accompany a pedicure, as relaxing bath crystals, for soothing spa treatment, or even for a tranquil soak. If used in moderation, Epson salt can add a sense of “greatness” to almost any everyday product.

8. Treat your blemishes-
“Mix together one packet of dry yeast with the juice of half a lemon and spread over a blemish for five minutes” Esthetician Sonya Dakar

9. Natural Nails-
If you don’t have time to do your nails check out this beauty tip and secret to find out how to maintain a nice look for your nail. Keep your nails clean. If you cut them either weekly or biweekly you’ll help to keep them healthy and ultimately beautiful.

#10 Beauty Tip and Secret

10. Enhance your lips OR eyes (Not both)-
Your eyes and lips make a bold statement about your personality, but you don’t want to scare people away by overdoing it. Try enhancing either one or the other for an absolutely flawless look.

Heart Beauty.

2010-10-19T09:55:00.001-04:00

Julie 713

If you are the type of person who loves to make yourself look fabulous at an affordable price, then check out ways to get these cool nail art designs from Julie 713 on Youtube. She has lots of beauty tips that will help you achieve the celebrity look, without the celebrity price. One clip that caught my attention was one featured on nails. Not just any nails, but designer nails! She took the normal texture of simple nails and polish, and added a flare of creativity to her design. She added jewelry!!Who knew you could have cute nails for such a cheap price?

The jewelry was one of the least expensive items in her presentation. A chain link costs under $5 from Wal-Mart which is very affordable for nail products. Applying the chain will allow your artistic juices to flow and once you tried it, you'll be trying a whole new spectrum of things for that designer look!

Now it's obvious that this look isn't for everyone, however it will definitely draw some serious attention to your nails and make people question, "Who did her nails?" If you're ready to spice up your nails with some attractive nail art designer then check her out below!

Heart Beauty.

Heart Health.

2010-10-19T09:53:00.001-04:00

Is diet soda really diet?

So what exactly makes a diet soda diet? Is it that the label says 0 grams or that it has 0 carbs of sugar? Well while Atkins will say 0 carbs=better, it didn't say what exactly you were getting in replacement, which makes you wonder, "What am I drinking?" Sodas that are diet generally have a high volume of Phenylalanine. This is better known as Aspartame. Phenylalanine can be a dangerous amino acid that accounts for about 50% of Aspartame. According to research found, too much consumption of this acid can trigger ADD/ADHD along with other emotional or behavioral disorders.

Think that's bad? Here's the worst thing. In order for cancer to live, Phenylalanine has to be present. Who knew that drinking diet soda could be a gateway to having cancer? This simply proves that just because a soda reads "diet" it doesn't mean you'll actually benefit from it. Go the natural route, drink water. If water isn't your thing, try a sugar alternative like Splenda. Whatever you do, read labels and know what you're drinking. You don't want your diet soda to be the end of you!!

Heart Health.

Heart Love.

2010-10-19T09:52:00.000-04:00

La La's Full Court Wedding

Love is a beautiful thing. Especially when two socialites are involved. La La Vasquez, a former MTV VJ has recently joined in holy matrimony to NBA superstar Carmelo Anthony. This was one of the season's largest weddings, along with headliners like Alicia Keys to Swiss Beats and Chelsea Clinton to Marc Mezvinsky.

Now while some may say love happens at first sight, this couple does not fit into that category. This couple dated for a staggering 7 years before actually jumping the broom. Who would of thought after 7 years of shacking up, a wedding would be the end result for the two? Either way, no matter what way you found your love or how long you dated, lobe will continue to be a beautiful thing. Especially if there are some dollar bills $$$ to add to the mix!

Heart Love.