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MAC Cosmetics- CUSHNIE ET OCHS, DOO.RI, JASON WU, PETER SOM AND SUNO

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M.A.C COSMETICS  FACE CHARTS FROM NEW YORK FASHION WEEK ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10TH FOR: CUSHNIE ET OCHS DOO.RI JASON WU PETER SOM SUNO [...] Continue reading →

Nauti Nails

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I was feeling a little nauti this week. As a nod to my love for all things nautical, I decided to rock the vibe of boats, sea, and the Hamptons on my nails. Its not too hard to do, although you kind of need a steady hand—I’m not gonna lie! But the outcome is so worth it. What you’ll need: navy blue polish ( I used Essie “mezmerised”), white polish, red polish, and clear top coat polish. Tools: a paintbrush and toothpick. You could also buy one those nail polish pens, I’ve seen them at Sephora and Walgreens. That could actually be way easier than painting. 1. Start by painting each nail with a base of Navy Blue. 2. Wait until base is dry and then add two white horizontal stripes across each nail. Go slow and steady. PRO TIP! It helps it your hands are resting on something solid [...] Continue reading →

Going light for Summer with VE Salon

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If you’ve been thinking about changing up your hair color as Winter ends, we have a great blog for you featuring my beautiful Mom. Both of us have had jet black hair for years, and she decided she needed a change but didn’t want to fry her hair with harsh bleaches. Shari at VE Salon- an amazing color master has been working with my Mom for a few months ensuring that there was no unnecessary processes and that she had the look she had in her head with out loosing hair to breakage. Shari used low lights, high lights, and ended the look with a Brazilian Blow out! My Mom was glowing from head to toe and I can see that she’s so happy she decided to go light after all these years. And the look on my Dad’s face didn’t hurt either, LOL! The pictures speak for thems [...] Continue reading →

Interview: John Heringer – F.A.T. (Part 2)

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Mode Bay Area is continuing part 2 of a 5 part interview with local Bay Area fitness guru John Heringer!  I had the chance to sit down with John and get a little background on him, the program, and the weight loss industry in general.  I’m including a video which will actually be part of a 5 question series of questions and answers between us.  Enjoy! QUESTION # 2 – What are some common myths you’ve heard about weight loss, and health? [...] Continue reading →

Interview: John Heringer – Fast Action Training

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Mode Bay Area has had the pleasure of working with local fitness guru John Heringer of FAST ACTION TRAINING.  What’s more, yours truly is not only a casual bystander of the weight loss bootcamp, but an active participant as well!  I recently had the chance to sit down with John and get a little background on him, the program, and the weight loss industry in general.  I’m including a video which will actually be part of a 5 question series of questions and answers between us.  Enjoy! QUESTION # 1 – What got you into the weight loss and workout industry? Make sure to check out the website: www.FASTACTIONTRAINING.com  [...] Continue reading →

MODE WANTED: 5 Under $50 Edition

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MODE Wanted is a new feature we’re adding and we’re very excited about it. Follow our wish lists and most wanted items! Sorry for enabling you, but we just can’t help ourselves. Here’s to a new year and lots of great deals, and finds! -Arm Candy- Color Wrap Bracelet Rhinestone Leopard Ring Spotted Feline Bracelet -Bright Lips- MAC Tour de Fabulous Lipglass -Colored Clutches- Medium Leather Carry-All Pouch -Update Your Wardrobe with your Feet- Sole Society Membership: Get great, on trend shoes, with a membership to Sole Society. You work so hard, now give your self a treat every month!  -One Nautical Piece- We decided to got with a dress from ModCloth: Drawing Parallels Dress [...] Continue reading →

Trend Alert- Bright Lips

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Top Photo Credit: Donna Trope One of this years biggest trends going into 2012 is proving to be bright colors! You’re going to be seeing them on everything, and that includes your lips. As someone who has mainly stuck to neutral lips this was a big transition. But one that I’ve ended up loving. I now own a bright color lipstick, lipgloss, or lip liner is every bright color possible. I started off with Orange and it still remains my favorite, but I do love a mean “orange-red”, and the fuchsias are killing it too! Here are a few simple tips for taking the plunge and going bright! Experiment: Head over to Sephora or MAC and ask for some expert advice and try out a few shades. If you’re on a budget find inspiration there and grab a lower priced version. A gr [...] Continue reading →