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Look - I'm "Wild 'Bout You" for Fall

Look - I'm "Wild 'Bout You" for Fall

Yesterday, I wanted to see how my new cut would look natural aka no styling required. I was pretty pleased with the results -- it's very much the same, but it doesn't have the same level of volume, shine, or texture. But it still works, and it doesn't HAVE to be styled, which is what is important. I...

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AMBI Skincare Tours D.C. & Atlanta - Win An AMBI Gift Basket & Tickets to Atlanta Event!

AMBI Skincare Tours D.C. & Atlanta - Win An AMBI Gift Basket & Tickets to Atlanta Event!

AMBI Skincare is a line that understands women and their skin. They have been going around the country on their "Flawless Skin Tour," and their final stop is Atlanta, at V-103 For Sisters Only on September 13th and 14th. This weekend, they will be in D.C. at NCNW Black Family Reunion Celebration,...

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Look - Soft Neutrals and Browns

Look - Soft Neutrals and Browns

After yesterday's experimentation, this is my actual look for the day. Sometimes it's fun just to have, well, fun with makeup - to be able to try out things and combinations that are gloriously over the top. Obviously, this is pre-hair cut!

You will need the following...

  • Eyes: Copperbeam pigment...

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Temptalia's Before & After Hair Photos

Temptalia's Before & After Hair Photos

In my excitement to tell (and show!) you all about my new hairstyle, I totally overlooked how important a before and after shot would be! So, here it is :) I was completely overwhelmed by the response to the cut, so thank you all so very much! I agree I could go as short as the original inspiration...

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New York Fashion Week Kicks Off! MAC Keeps You Plugged In!

New York Fashion Week Kicks Off! MAC Keeps You Plugged In!

New York Fashion Week S/S 2009 has begun! It's official, the illustrious New York Fashion Week kicks off today, but surely has already shown signs of life this week. We might not be backstage this year, but you can definitely get your Fashion Week fix. Who knows, the coverage might even be better...

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Temptalia Grows Up & Gets a Hairstyle

Temptalia Grows Up & Gets a Hairstyle

I've spent the past week or two drooling over the above haircut. It just appeals to me, and I couldn't really tell you why. Perhaps it's because the model has such amazing features that she can rock this cut. I've always gone to the same hair salon for $8 hair cuts--yes, $8 haircuts--but I've always...

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Look - Experimentation in Gold, Brown, and Black

Look - Experimentation in Gold, Brown, and Black

Just something I messed around with for FUN. Emphasis on fun and experimentation aka not necessarily a look I'd be running around town with on an everyday basis ;)

You will need the following...

  • Eyes: Uppity fluidline (antique gold base), Rich Ground fluidline (warm brown base), Going Bananas...

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Temptalia's Smokey Eye Challenge - Trisha, Maria, Amanda, & Nana Rock It!

Temptalia's Smokey Eye Challenge - Trisha, Maria, Amanda, & Nana Rock It!

For August, the challenge is to wear SMOKEY EYES. Check out these six challenge-takers! Don't forget about the first round and second round and third round of submissions, either.

See four lovely takes on smokey eyes! !

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