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How To Choose an Outfit (The Man’s Guide)

November 19, 2012 By Cortney Leave a Comment

I know that for many men, choosing an outfit can be difficult. Our society spends so much time focusing on women’s fashion, that men can feel a little confused and maybe even left out. Just keep in mind, there are plenty of options available for men to choose from. If you’re feeling like your closet is a bit sparse, splurge on a few new wardrobe choices for yourself. This is a gift that will keep on giving.

Consider These Things when Choosing an Outfit For The Day:

[ Related: Why Men Should Practice Good Skincare ]

1) What is the Weather like today?

If it’s a chilly day out, be sure to wear long pants, a jacket and a nice scarf to go with the ensemble. Also, I highly recommend gloves and maybe even a trapper hat- if you’re feeling adventurous.

2) Who will I run into?

If you’re going out and about to run errands such as washing the car and going to the grocery store, you probably don’t want to wear a blazer and dress pants. Just keep in mind, you never know who you might run in to; A business colleague, a beautiful woman? One must always be prepared. Just remember you’ll want to look presentable; Just in case.

3) What do Women Want?

I’ll be honest, women can be just as superficial as men when it comes to noticing a potential mate. You like a girl with curves? Perhaps a tight skirt with some nice long legs? Well I have news for you: We like those well fitted (not skinny) jeans and some broad shoulders with that nice button up shirt. When we are picking a man out of the line up, you’ll want to stand out.

4) How Important is it for you to look Professional?

Are you currently job hunting? Or looking for prospective clients? A nice outfit can go a long way when trying to make a positive and memorable first impression.

For those of you boggled by the fashion world, don’t worry. Once you get the hang of it, picking out clothes will be a fun experience. If you’re stumped for ideas, or need a little inspiration- Feel free to check out my Pinterest boards specifically for Men’s fashion.

If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to comment below or email me directly.

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What To Do if Your Boyfriend “Hates” When You Wear Makeup

November 6, 2012 By Cortney Leave a Comment

I know this is a common problem for many women. There are quite a few guys out there that say they “hate” makeup… Whether they have some notion that women who wear makeup are fake, or that only unattractive women wear makeup.. I have pretty much heard it all.

First of all, it’s your face and your wallet- so if you wanna wear makeup that is your choice. Obviously it wouldn’t be right for you to have to change your appearance just because of your BF’s preferences. With that being said, there are a few things you can do to get your boyfriend to be a little more makeup friendly and ease up on the comments about your makeup.

1) When he asks you something along the lines of “Why do you wear makeup” you can simply let him know that you enjoy the application process (much like an artist enjoys painting) and express your love for colors and texture. (It wouldn’t hurt to make a comparison to something similar that he likes- perhaps the rims on his car?)

2) If your boyfriend makes false accusations such as: “Fake Girls Wear Makeup” or “You Only Wear It Because you Feel Unattractive” I would go ahead and point out that you DO wear makeup, and ask him if he thinks you’re fake. (I’m not promoting World War 3 here, but I mean- come on!)

3) If your boyfriend sincerely prefers your face without makeup and requests it, maybe you could find some common ground and have an “All Natural” date day. This is similar to when women ask men to shave (or not, in some cases). Maybe he’s trying to play out a fantasy in his head. He can be Tarzan- you can be Jane

[ Related: How to Tell Your Skin Type ]

4) There are also the men that claim “They’ve never liked women who wear makeup” (Yeah, right). In this instance I would remind him how fond he is of you, and that you DO wear makeup. Next, this is your opportunity to Google some images of his favorite female celebrities and point out exactly how much makeup they are wearing.

Although many men don’t understand what wearing makeup is actually about, most will see your side of things if you explain it correctly to them. This typically means being very logical or trying your best to speak their language.

Feel Free To Comment With any Tips of Your Own!

*Note: If you’re dating someone who causes you to have low self esteem or who is making rude remarks about your appearance, you need to shop around for a new man. We’re all beautiful. with or without makeup.

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Top Five Lipstick Shades for Winter

November 4, 2012 By Cortney 1 Comment

If you were ever in the mood to go bold with your Lipstick Color- Now is the time. Winter is a great season to show off the solid colors in your wardrobe and use contrasting lipstick colors to match. If you’re a little apprehensive about wearing bold lipstick shades, I recommend reading: Everyone Can Wear Red Lipstick- Even You!

Below are the Top 5 Lipstick Shades to wear during the Winter and Fall Months. Although there are so many beautiful colors to choose from, i’ve narrowed it down to just five. Don’t forget- if you want long lasting lipstick, be sure to use a good Lip Primer

[ RELATED: Top 5 Lipstick Shades for Spring ]

Be sure to comment if you have any additions you feel deserved to make the list!

Cranberry

Cranberry and Burgundy shades are fantastic for this time of year. Striking against any skin tone, this color will bring a lovely “pop” to any face. I recommend wearing long lashes and subtle eyeliner with this lipstick color.

Browns

Brown shades of lipstick are often under rated. Many people gravitate toward Nude and Tan colors, but browns are a great addition to any face. Bonus: This color looks great for more “natural” looks too.

Shimmery Pinks

Don’t be fooled. Not all Winter Lipstick colors are Dark or Matte. Shimmery Pinks are beautiful, especially when paired with a creamy shimmer blush. I can’t help but think of a Winter Wonderland when I see shades like the one above.

[ More Makeup Love: Here ]

Gold:

Over the years, Gold has gotten a bad rap. Women either think it doesn’t match their skin tone or they think it’s too flirty/too bright/ too something or another. But i’m here to tell you- it’s just fine! Gold is an excellent “highlighting” color and can be played up or down, depending on your outfit and preferences.

Black

The Winter and Fall months are by FAR the best times to wear black lipstick (In my humble opinion). You can even layer it over a deep red lipstick like the one shown above. FYI you will change your look dramatically depending on what color eyeshadow you wear, so play around and see what you like.

Thanks so much for stopping by the CBC! Here are the Top 5 Lipstick Shades for Winter & Fall. I hope you enjoyed!

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DIY Fruit Facial Friday: Brisk Weather Repair & Protection

September 21, 2012 By Cortney 1 Comment

The cold months are approaching fast. Use this Fruit Facial recipe to help protect your skin against wind and brisk weather that can leave your skin feeling sensitive. You can also use this recipe to help repair any damage done from cold weather conditions.

[ Related: Fruit Facial Friday WATERMELON ]

NOTE: Before trying any of my fruit facial recipes, you should first watch my Prep Video.

Ingredients:

- 1/4 Piece of Banana (peeled)

- 1 TableSpoon Honey

- 1/2 TableSpoon Jojoba Oil (if you have it)

- 1/2 TableSpoon Milk

[ Try My Simple On-the-Go Fruit Facial ]

Directions:

1) Heat up Honey and Jojoba oil together for about 10 seconds in microwave. Set aside.

2) Place Banana in a small bowl and mash it up with any mashing tool of your choice.

3) Add milk to mashed up banana and stir in lightly.

4) Add Jojoba oil and Honey to mixture and stir until mixed evenly.

5) Once you’re finished mixing your ingredients, apply a generous amount of the facial to face and neck area. Be sure to apply it evenly. Leave this mask on for about 15 minutes and then rinse off with luke warm water. Follow with your favorite moisturizer.

Check back next week for a new Fruit Facial Friday

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New Pins! Via CortneyLoves

July 22, 2012 By Cortney 2 Comments

It’s that time again! You all know how obsessed I am with Pinterest. Here is another weekly dose of fresh pins. Comment and let me know if you’d like to see more of these!

This is similar to my last haircut. It’s classy with a twist of flirty

So in love with this Angel Aurora (Cactus) Quartz Ring.

Classy Suit and Classy Pose. Had to add to The Classy Man.

FABULOUS. ‘Nuff Said.

Dachsund mixed with a Golden Retriever <3

HAHA

Genius! I’m so gonna try this

You Gotta Fight Like Hell. Loved the show and the Lessons it Taught.

Love the dewy blush. Well….I love it all. lol

I love Ring Displays like this. It’s like Hunting for Treasure.

Be sure to Comment and Tell me Your Favorite Pin!…. Do you have a Pinterest?

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Newest Pins by CortneyLoves

June 29, 2012 By Cortney Leave a Comment

Everyone seemed to like the last Pinterest update I did, so I decided another post was in order! Here are some of my latest finds on Pinterest.

This site is so addicting!

Ruffle One Shoulder Swimsuit

ZaZen Porsche by Rinspeed

My latest “Classy Man” entry. Men really need to embrace their inner Classy Man.

I want a bow like this really bad! It really dresses up a bun Hair <3

Everything about this picture is fun. I pinned this to Sunglasses

I’m so in love with Chiffon. It’s such a romantic fabric… and yes, fabric can be classified as romantic. Summer Fashion

Don’t forget to comment and tell me your favorite pin!

*DON’T MISS:

DIORSHOW Extase Reviewed

Hydrate You Skin from the Inside

Cure Oily Skin

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Celebrities Without Makeup

May 7, 2012 By Cortney Leave a Comment

As a follow up to “Stars Who Said “No” to Photoshop” I decided to post these images of celebrities without makeup. I think it’s really important that we all realize celebrities are just people. They might have haircuts that cost hundreds of dollars per trim and a makeup artist on call for emergencies, but if you take away the foundation and the styling products- they typically look just like you and me. People are beautiful because of the characteristics that make them different, not for how well they can blend their foundation.

Check Out These Celebs Without Makeup and see for yourself!:

(Pictured: Lady Gaga, Shakira, Zoe Saldana, Eva Longoria)

Don’t Miss: Cure Oily Skin And: Nicki Minaj New Fragrance

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Recent Pinterest Pins by CortneyLoves

April 30, 2012 By Cortney Leave a Comment

It’s no secret how obsessed I am with Pinterest; That website is like a visual wonderland for all things pretty and/ or interesting. I decided that I wanted to do regular updates for pins I find particularly exceptional starting today!

If you’d like to follow me, click here. Or if you need an invite, please provide me with your email address using the “contact tab” or any social media outlets on the front page of CBC.

Pictured Below: Matt Bomer’s stylish suit can be found in The Classy Man, This beautiful River is in Explore , The Gamblers Eye Luv U, The Table Clock Book is in Apartment Decor, Awesome Accessories in Spring Fashion, This amazing dress is in Prom, and last but not least: Party Girl

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How To Use Pinterest to Promote Business & Increase Brand Awareness

February 29, 2012 By Cortney Leave a Comment

In my last article: Pinterest Explained. What is Pinterest and How do I use it? I described in detail how to set up your profile and I went over step by step instructions for how to “pin” something. I also included the general idea of Pinterest, how to use the site and why it’s so addicting.

Now that you know the basics, we can go over how and why to use Pinterest to promote business and increase brand awareness.

-Who can use their own photos as pins and benefit. Why?

Online Shop Owners: This is a great way to show people your product and grow your clientele base. Be sure to take clear- well lit photos that display your item nicely. A small business can quickly become a large brand.
Bloggers: When you post photos to your blog this is one of the first things people notice when visiting. Pin those photos to drive traffic to your site and get the conversation going about your articles. Someone will wanna know the story behind that interesting pin!
Photographers: This is pretty obvious- but show off your awesome skills! There are many people on Pinterest getting married or hosting another event and looking for great photographers. Show them what you can do!
Travel Agents & Vacation Planners: show people all of the wonderful places they could be traveling.
Models (experienced and aspiring): Show off your awesome portfolio with Pinterest. Let everyone see how many different looks you can achieve and confidently display your previous work experience.
Everyone!: If you’ve got something you want people to know about, display it in your pinboards on Pinterest.com.

-Use your pin description wisely: This is an excellent opportunity to let everyone know: What is available, How much your product costs, If it’s on sale, How much you charge for services, If your product is cruelty free, eco friendly, etc. Be sure to put your website or social media link in your description. This is a way for people to start recognizing your company and your brand!

-Use your Pinterest profile to your Business Advantage: Make sure your profile picture is a recognizable one. Weather it be your business logo or the photo you associate with your other Media Outlets (Twitter,etc.). It should be clear to everyone who you are. Your profile displays all of your public Pin-Boards. Be sure to use that to your benefit.

A Pinterest pin can spread like a virus. I can’t tell you how many pins I see on the front page of Pinterest with multiple hundreds of ‘Re-Pins’ and ‘Likes’ within a short time span. Your goal should be to get your pins up for everyone to see! If you’d like an invite to Pinterest, just go to my Contact Page and email your chosen email address and I will invite you!