OMG, you guys! Check out just a few of the amazing colors from OPI’s France Collection for fall. Are they not gorgeous? Just wait til you see the whole collection and read the story behind the trend (and wait til you see the extra cool names the colors have!)
For the record, as much as I love Sally Hansen as a drugstore brand, I have absolutely no problem spending a little extra cash on OPI salon nail colors. No problem at all. The colors are rich and fabulous, and most of them are so unique, you’re hard-pressed to find them in …read more

Hot trend alert: Menswear vests!
Menswear vests are everywhere for fall. They come in tons of different styles and several different colors. They’re being shown with skinny jeans, skirts and trousers. With heels, flats and even sneaks.
So…do you love this look or hate it? Do you plan to wear it for Back-to-School this year? If you do, what will you wear it with?
C’mon girls, spill your thoughts in the comments below…
All images from Kohls.com

Stalker Tee from Cafe Press, $16
Okay, I saw this tee in a mag the other day and totally had to share. Isn’t it a crack up? I absolutely split a gut every time I see it.
And for only $16, it will definitely be finding a home in my closet.
Have you seen any great tees lately? Or tanks? I love fun stuff like this and am always on the hunt.
Of course, you can find some fabulous tees at The Daily Tee, our very own t-shirt blog at b5media. But I also want to know what you guys are seeing …read more

Sally Hansen Fuchsia Bling Bling
Don’t you just love when you find the perfect nail shade? Gawd, me too! So when I discovered Sally Hansen’s Diamond Strength No Chip Nail Color in Fuchsia Bling Bling, I nearly flipped through the aisles at Target. But then that would’ve been a little weird, so I just threw it in the cart instead.
Anyhoo, I totally *heart* this color. I usually save bright colors just for my toes and stick to pale colors on my fingers since my hands and fingernails take a real beating in the summer. But this color is so …read more

Malibu Dream Girl Ocean Breeze Swim Separates, on sale, $16.80
On the hunt for a cute summer swim suit? Check out the sale Kohl’s has going on their swim separates right now. Originally $28, these pieces are now only $16.80, meaning you can pick up a really sweet suit on the cheap.
I love this one’s bright colors and swirly pattern, but they also have everything from stripes to color blocks to dots and more. Great stuff!
Not sure how long the sale goes, but I’d hurry on in to get the best selection.
Have fun shopping, you beach goddess, you! ;>)
Image from Kohls.com

Romance Espadrille from Payless, on sale, $16.99!
Espadrilles continue to be hot this season, and heavens knows there is no shortage of adorable styles. But, unfortunately, when you’re on a budget, a big portion of those style options disappear. So where can you go to find this great summer look on the cheap?
Payless, of course!
Check out these darling plaid espadrilles with braided heel. All I can think of (besides sorbet!) is how cute these would look with a white sundress or khaki shorts and layered tanks. They also come in pink, which would be perfect with a denim mini and babydoll …read more

Alison Creek Sundress from Hollister, $59.50
Hey guys, if you only buy one sundress this summer (yeah, right!) make it this one. It’s the Aliso Creek dress from Hollister and it just screams breezy summer chic. And with the classic navy and white color scheme paired with the tropical floral print and fun details, you simply can’t go wrong.
Now, at first, the price of this baby freaked me out a little. $59.50 seemed a little steep for a sundress, for crying out loud. But then I thought of all the places you could wear this, (i.e., on date night, to luau …read more

Nothing is more lovely than a complexion that is positively glowing. But since the stress of finals, relationships, and all that other good stuff can take a major toll on your skin, you may have to fake that dewy look more often than not.
How to? Easy! Think backwards.
That’s right. Instead of applying your blush as the last step of your facial makeup routine, try smoothing on a cheek stain first, allowing it to sink into the skin for about a minute or so, then applying a sheer foundation over top. What you’ll get is a natural, rosy color shining through.
Need …read more

Over the past several weeks, I’ve brought you some of the best dresses, tiaras, celeb styles, guy threads and more for Prom 2008. But let’s face it, y’all, this is Go Time! For most of you, Prom is only a couple weeks away. Yikes!
So what I need to know is: What do you want covered here at The Lounge? More dresses? More accessories? More beauty tips? Let me know what you need to know and I’ll help you out however I can.
Prom season is so exciting…but it can also be totally stressful. Let me help you make it easy-breezy…and the …read more

Image details: The White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner served by picapp.com
Image details: The White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner served by picapp.com
If your Prom 2008 mojo will be Vintage Rocker Chic, may I suggest you emulate Miss Ashlee Simpson and Mr. Pete Wentz’s style? These two look so fantastic. I love Pete’s pocket square and Ashlee’s clutch. A very glam rock look.
Do you like this look? Or are you more traditional? Leave me a comment and let me know. =)