The Average Girl's Guide

three working girl essentials

Alyson — Wed, 22 May 2013 11:29:26 +0000

While working girl wardrobes can widely vary based on job, if you’re in an office or professional setting, adding an amazingly fitting pair of black pants, chic black patent leather heels or wedges, and the perfect, luxe camel bag to your wardrobe will make a monumental difference. Even if you’re a girl who craves color [...]

must watch: if we could see inside other people’s hearts

Alyson — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:05:31 +0000

A quick post to share a video circulating on Facebook that touched me in a profound way. Ever since getting my neurological diagnosis a few years ago I’ve been keenly more aware of how little we see into moments that define each others lives — pain, joys and everything in between. Your co-worker’s mother might [...]

outfit: stripes + brights

Alyson — Mon, 20 May 2013 05:05:12 +0000

Happy Monday, everyone! When it comes to spring, there’a few great go-to’s season after season. While each of us might have a little bit different view of our essentials, a great striped tee, colored denim and a kick-ass necklace could probably be part of most lists. While this outfit might be a little bold for [...]

giveaway with jewelmint

Alyson — Fri, 17 May 2013 05:05:14 +0000

Jewelmint is one of those lines that is so amazingly good I’m shocked everyone doesn’t know about it. Fronted by the uber cool, Kate Bosworth, the line boasts affordable jewelry with a modern yet vintage store find-feel. Nearly every piece is just $29.99 (and they often have promos!) and my jewelry has worn really well [...]

what to wear to a wedding this summer

Alyson — Thu, 16 May 2013 05:05:49 +0000

Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching, which only means one thing (ok, two!): sunshine, and wedding season. I’ve received a few emails about what to wear to weddings, so check out the gorgeous recs below. Aim to find statement dresses that fit you perfectly, but ideally can be worn for a few seasons (and a [...]

diy jewelry box

Alyson — Wed, 15 May 2013 05:05:19 +0000

Wishing Erin lived closer so I could give her a mah-jor hug for this one! Check out her easy and creative DIY jewelry storage solution… that would also make an amazing, heartfelt gift! It makes me want to make this, this or this even more to start filling this cutie up! Hey TAGG readers! I’m [...]

may beauty favorites

Alyson — Tue, 14 May 2013 05:05:41 +0000

Beyond the amazing summer beauty finds shared last week by more than a dozen bloggers — excited to try so many! — I’ve been eager to share a few new products loves as well. Some favorite ways to discover new products range from magazine and blog recs, to my monthly Birchbox samples and deluxe samples [...]

when a tee is more than just a tee

Alyson — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:09:32 +0000

T-shirts serve a great purpose. They’re functional, cozy and are great for layering. But rarely do I find a tee that I’d also wear to work and not feel like it’s casual Friday (and even then its best to top it with a blazer or cardigan). I first spied this shirt on Madewell’s web site [...]

recipe: panini party

Alyson — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:10:38 +0000

Grill marks fully make food taste better. Who’s with me? Paninis, check. Burgers, check. Veggies, check. All better grilled! So in the first in a three-part series with Frigidaire Professional – a brand new line of sleek countertop appliances — I’m thrilled to share with you how I rocked a little panini party thanks to its new [...]

bloggers share: best summer beauty buys

Alyson — Thu, 09 May 2013 05:05:51 +0000

As the temperatures rise, good beauty products are worth their weight in gold. Make my skin look matte (yet glowing) even when I’m feeling shiny and sweaty, or keep my fizzy hair at bay when humidity is out of control, and I’m yours forever. So when it came time to find tried and true products, [...]