8 List Maven Shopping Indulgences
June 1, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Fashion & Style, Skin Care & Beauty
While travel is my blogging forte, I love writing about beauty and fashion here at Splendicity. I thought it would be a great way to get in touch with my inner girliness.
It’s been great fun, but I’ve recently learned that it can also be quite expensive. Here are 10 indulgences that prove my point:
I chose to buy an entire set of new makeup (MAC) to go to Europe, and I justify it by saying it’s research for two blogs.
I bought two different kinds of mascara, again claiming it was research – making comparisons for an upcoming product review.
Sephora has …read more
Choosing Shorts to Flatter Your Figure
April 4, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Fashion & Style, Tips & Tricks, Dos & Don'ts
It’s getting time to break out the shorts and tees for casual dressing in warmer weather. But before you do that, better check that the shorts you’re wearing are the best choice for your figure.
If you are short or have a petite figure:
mid-thigh length will elongate leg
mid-thigh is a length that can be worn with heeled sandals or wedge to further elongate leg
opt for a more form fitting fabric and cut if you have a small waist
if you have a more athletic shape, create illusions of curve with pleated short
If you are tall or have long legs:
mid-thigh length is …read more






