Don't believe the hype: Essie's no chips ahead

Fresh mani 8/2/11



Mani by 8/5: Chipping on the middle and index finger, thumb and pinky


About a month ago I saw an ad for Essie's no chip ahead and immediately got anxious to purchase this item because it said "extends manicure for up to 10 days. Protects from chipping." Ummm NOT!

I been using this item for about a month and use it regularly on my manicures; I experienced chipping within the first week each time!

I am very disappointed because I love Essie and I love my manicures and thought my manicures would last more then 4 days without chipping :( I guess gel manicures is the only manicure that will literally last 2 weeks without chipping.

* if you know of any top coats that hold up, please let me know!

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My purchase

These are the two pair of earrings I purchased from Royal Habits handmade Earnings. They look really cute on. Maybe i'll take a pic and update this post with me wearing them.

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Handmade Crafts

Last Saturday two of my friends went to Fort Greene music festival, which included Mos Def, in Brooklyn.

On our way walking to the park these handcrafted earrings caught our attention. The lady behind these earrings is truly talented! I saw at least five pieces I wanted to walk away with, but I controlled myself and only purchased two (but I will be contacting her for more).

I forgot the ladies name, but the name of her business is Royal Habits Handmade Earrings. Like stated in the name all earrings are handmade and made with copper wiring which doesn't tarnish. She doesn't have a store YET (yes I'm speaking it into existence), but if you have a special design you want she can create it for you. Her prices are very reasonable, so if you are interested in purchasing you can contact her at 646-363-0089 or you can email her at ILovejahfirst@gmail.com

Her earrings are very unique and I wish her much success in her endeavor.

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Sweet Tooth

Cakeman Raven definitely has some competition. Whose Cakeman Raven you ask? The best red velvet cake ever!!! Bad part about him is, he's only in Brooklyn :( but have no fear because I found another company whose red velvet cakes are just as good. They go by the name of Crumbs, so if you ever need a good red velvet cake and don't want to travel to Brooklyn, I definitely recommend Crumbs.

p.s. they make delicious cupcakes too

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Summer's One-Pieces

Rompers are one of the biggest fashion trends for summer 2011 and I love it! They are so versatile, you can dress them up or you can dress them down and some even have cool patterns. I was browsing on urbanoutfitters.com and came across one of the cutest rompers I've seen all year,  then today I saw Rocsi from 106 & Park wearing it, so I took it as a sign that I must have :)

A black pump would look nice with this, but a peep toe bootie would make it look better here are two pairs I would go with....

BCBG Paris 'Kerriess' Bootie

Steve Madden 'Zurick' Peep Toe Bootie

Let me introduce myself......

Hi, my name is Crystal and I'm a foodie and shopaholic. I have this friend (winpearsstylings.blogspot.com) whose always encouraging me to start a blog because my love for food deserves to be shared with the world (this is true). I always said "maybe one day" and the day has finally come. My blog will focus on restaurants, fashion trends, and anything else worthy enough to be shared. Hopefully I'll keep up with it, so check back next week.

Couple of months ago I visited a Peruvian restaurnat called Pio Pio and can we say yummy! Peruvian are popular for their delicious, tender, flavorful roasted chicken, but Pio Pio has more then just chicken, they offer seafood dishes as well. Some of their dishes there are big enough for two people, so me and my friends ordered the matador and Jalea and we were VERY satisfied. Oh did I mention that their sangria is BANGIN', so if you're ever in manhattan and looking for something different to eat I recommend Pio Pio, visit their website for locations.

P.S. It's a small restaurant. I don't recommend going their with more then four people.

The jalea dish