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Cheap and Chic Gifts For Her


Many of us are still wondering where the year went as we check off shopping lists or rummage ideas for the perfect gift.

In either case, gifts that lend to the recipient’s personality and provide for good conversation without breaking the bank makes the exchange mutually beneficial.

For the ladies on your list, there are plenty tasteful ideas that are as affordable as they are chic.

Choose which sense of hers you wish to engage, and happy giving!

  1. Love Butter by Carol’s Daughter – $18
  2. Plush flip-flop Slippers by Betsey Johnson – $25
  3. Wild Orange Blossom Herbal Tea by Teavana – $6.80 (with Red & Gold tins -$12.95)
  4. Beyonce Live at Roseland: Elements of 4 DVD Two-Disc Deluxe Edition – $14.99
  5. Chanel  Vernis Nail Colour – $25
  6. Crumbs Bake Shop Gift Card – $15 or $25
  7. The Get ‘em Girls’ Guide to the Power of Cuisine – $15.36
  8. Marty Tortoise Boyfriend Watch – $29.95
  9. “soL rebel” iPhone Cover by illadelphsouL – $40.30 (15% off through 12/15)
  10. Wing Ring by Rachel Roy – $38 (30% off applied at checkout)

Falice Nyree is the founder of Femme and Proper, a brand geared to showcasing a fashionable and chic lifestyle for women. For more fashion and lifestyle tips, follow her on Twitter at @femmeandproper.


 

 

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Skin Atony (Sagging)

Skin Atony is defined by a sagging or drooping of the skin.  It is most common on the lower half of the face, but can also be present in the brow area. Choose professional treatments and products that firm, tighten, lift, hydrate and stimulate.  Ingredients to look for: Sweet Almond Oil & Wheat Proteins lift & firm.  Aosa Algae protects collagen & elastin. Glycosaminoglycans (GAG’s) hydrate. Caffeine, Coenzyme A & Chinese Herb Exract address what is commonly referred to as “Turkey Neck” by stimulating cell energy & draining idle fat cells, Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) acts as an anti-oxidant. Matrixyl (Palmitoyl Pentapeptide) reduces fine lines/wrinkles. Consult with your Esthetician to select the products best suited for you. If you don’t have an Esthetician, or have any questions, please feel free to contact me and I will be glad to help you.

Sherilyn Rhymes, L.E. has been practicing her passion in the skin care and make-up industry for over 12 years.  She continues to learn and explore new areas of skin care and dermatological studies on an on-going basis through the world renowned International Dermal Institute in Carson, California. Sherilyn’s goal is to “save the world one skin cell at a time”. Leave a comment for her if you have questions – she will respond!


 

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Hormonal Aging

Hormones cause significant changes in the skin; however, there are specific ingredients that will address each of these changes.  The skin becomes more fragile, making it drier and more dehydrated and the barrier function becomes impaired.  Diminished estrogen causes the skin to lose tone.  Increased testosterone causes facial hair and breakouts. The solution:  Use products that contain active ingredients that redensify fragile skin (Padina Pavonica stimulates calcium production & water reservoirs), alleviate dry skin (Soy & Wild Yam), hydrate and restore barrier function (Collaxyl stimulates water reservoirs & the skin repair process). Products must also contain ingredients that mimic the action of estrogen (Iris Florentina) in the skin to preserve the tone and regulate the extra testosterone, thus decreasing facial hair and hormonal breakouts. Consult with your Esthetician to select the products best suited for you. If you don’t have an Esthetician, or have any questions, please feel free to contact me and I will be glad to help you.

Sherilyn Rhymes, L.E. has been practicing her passion in the skin care and make-up industry for over 12 years.  She continues to learn and explore new areas of skin care and dermatological studies on an on-going basis through the world renowned International Dermal Institute in Carson, California. Sherilyn’s goal is to “save the world one skin cell at a time”. Leave a comment for her if you have questions – she will respond!


 

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Style & Leisure

Are you known to morph from a summer social butterfly into a hibernating bear during the colder months? Not that it’s amiss, it’s actually indicative of our nature to do so. The key is in keeping one’s expression intact through the shift in personal tones and seasons.

What’s your style approach in keeping warm? If you’re like most, you likely have that pair of favorite sweats or two that provide comfort on chilly days. Cozy and nostalgic, yes, but better are leisurewear separates that stay consistent with what you wear socially.

Style should rarely be compromised for comfort. Those winter evenings that
 consist of curling up with a good book, netflix, board games, hot chocolate and dark liquor pair up great with chunky tunics and leggings, casual oversized sweater dresses, and coordinating pieces made with micromodal fabrics.  The fellas can keep it fresh with updated thermals and house cardigans with track trousers that provide more authority in style and fit.

Save the sweat suits for the gym and opt to lounge in silhouettes that accentuate your frame with fabrics that compliment your shape and comfort level.  Looking good is the best compliment to feeling good, no matter what time of year it is.

 

Falice Nyree is the founder of Femme and Proper, a brand geared to showcasing a fashionable and chic lifestyle for women. For more fashion and lifestyle tips, follow her on Twitter at @femmeandproper.

 

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LA EVENTS: TONIGHT! Nobody Jones Fall/Winter Anniversary Fashion Show

Fellas, this one is for you.

For much of the LA fashionista sect, a day at Macy’s just won’t do, especially with so many stylish boutiques around the city with one-of-a-kind pieces to offer. Nobody Jones is such a place and tonight, they are celebrating their anniversary with a fall/winter fashion show. I’ve attended this event for the last few years and I can attest that it is so much more than a simple runway show. Designer/Owner Odessa Bowden always showcases some amazing new fashions and accessories for the season and when it’s over, patrons can shop until they drop. Gentlemen, this is the place to be tonight if you are looking for a gift for that special someone this holiday season. Details are as follows:


 Please Join Us

Friday, November 18th 8pm
For Our Anniversary Fall/Winter Fashion SHow!
Our Newest and Truest and Guest Plus Size Designer Gauche!

 

Nobody Jones Boutique

4703 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
323.291.7177

As Always, Come for the Clothes and Stay for the Company!

*This is not a Sober Event!
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Fall Shades

As we tick tock into November, setting clocks back and thermostats up, we get more into the groove of fall with a feast of style options to serve our dapper fancies.

Due to the year-round moderate temperatures on the West Coast, Los Angeles especially, natives aren’t commonly seasoned to a functional fall wardrobe compared to their counterparts east of the Mississippi. For the latter, it is an exhibition of trench coats, double-breasted varieties, cashmere scarves, leather gloves, and a plethora of boot styles among other items that lend an instant, stylish embrace of the season.

Since the same investment on layering items is not typical for the Californian, a chic twist to paying homage to autumn’s rise would be by virtue of the color palettes associated with the foods we eat during this time of year. Incorporating warm yellows and oranges, deep greens, dulcet browns and crimson reds into one’s daily attire provides a great taste of the season’s aura.

For those who prefer sticking with black or more neutral palettes, try introducing color with accessories to spice up any basic ensemble.

However you choose to rock your epicurean shades,

indulge with your options, allowing the flavors and textures of the season to provide as your muse.

 

 

Falice Nyree is the founder of Femme and Proper, a brand geared to showcasing a fashionable and chic lifestyle for women. For more fashion and lifestyle tips, follow her on Twitter at @femmeandproper.

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There Is An Art To Properly Cleansing Your Face

The majority of people are not getting their faces clean. They throw a little cleanser on, lightly move it around with their fingertips, then rinse it off.  And they are only doing this once a day. To ensure that your face is properly cleansed a pH balanced cleanser (milk or gel) for your skin type and/or skin condition should be used twice a day.  If you wear make-up, a double cleanse should be done at night. The first cleanse will remove oil & dirt, the second cleanse will remove make-up. A washcloth or facial sponge should be used to remove the cleanser to ensure that your face is really clean.  Think of it this way…would your floors get clean without using a mop? Remember to launder your washcloth or facial sponge in hot water at least twice a week to kill bacteria.

Sherilyn Rhymes, L.E. has been practicing her passion in the skin care and make-up industry for over 12 years.  She continues to learn and explore new areas of skin care and dermatological studies on an on-going basis through the world renowned International Dermal Institute in Carson, California. Sherilyn’s goal is to “save the world one skin cell at a time”. Leave a comment for her if you have questions – she will respond!

 

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Exfoliate!

The most underestimated step in the home skin care regimen is exfoliation.  In addition to being the number two anti-aging product, dermatological studies have shown that proper exfoliation aids in getting rid of pre-cancerous surface skin cells.  There are three types of exfoliants:  Enzymes, Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA’s) and mechanical (scrubs). Enzymatic exoliants are good for sensitive skin & for use around the eyes.  Hydroxy Acids are great for treating acne & hyper-pigmentation.  Mechancial exfoliants are well appreciated by men (great before shaving) and non-acneic teens. Remember when selecting a “scrub” type of exfoliant, never use one with shells or seeds.  They have been proven to put micro-lacerations (small tears) in the skin that are not visible right away. Consult with your Esthetician to select the exfoliant best suited for you. If you have any questions or do not have an Esthetician, I will be happy to help you.

Sherilyn Rhymes, L.E. has been practicing her passion in the skin care and make-up industry for over 12 years.  She continues to learn and explore new areas of skin care and dermatological studies on an on-going basis through the world renowned International Dermal Institute in Carson, California. Sherilyn has worked with many of the top skin care lines and has had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients with all skin types – from preparing celebrities for the “Red Carpet”, to clearing up teenagers’ acne for their prom.  In addition to being a practicing Esthetician, she has also joined the ranks of educator, teaching with one of the most eminent skin care companies in the world. Sherilyn’s goal is to “save the world one skin cell at a time”. Leave a comment for her if you have questions – she will respond!

 

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African American Designers You Should Know

It’s time to get familiar with some of the most innovative African-American designers around. Here are some designers you should know, or get to know.

1. Stephen Burrows
Burrows entered the fashion world in 1966 when women’s fashion was heavily structured. He went against the grain and designed sportswear, using stretch fabrics to create a slim silhouette.

( Photo: Monica Feudi / GoRunway.com)

Style: Bold, colorful and easy. Classic American sportswear with a twist.

Seen On: Michelle Obama, Naomi Campbell, Eva Longoria

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.Tracy Reese
Tracy Reese began her career in fashion in 1984 as an apprentice to many high profile designers. The Tracy Reece collection made its debut in the spring of
1998. Plenty by Tracy Reese, a lower priced bohemian inspired line, was released later the same year. Since then, the Tracy Reese brand has expanded into footwear, hosiery and a home collection.

(Photo: Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com)

Style: Sophisticated, elegant pieces with timeless silhouettes. Feminine and flirty.
Seen On: Gabrielle Union, Ciara & Kelly Rowland, Alicia Keys

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Rachel Roy

Rachel Roy began her stint in fashion as an intern for Rocawear. She later launched her own line in 2004, eventually expanding into ready to wear, resort and handbag collections. Roy recently debuted a collection designed in collaboration with Amar’e Stoudemire. A must have for Hollywood starlets, rock stars and stylish businesswomen everywhere.

(Photo: allwomenpassiom.onsugar.com)
Style: Classic and chic. Old Hollywood silhouettes with modern styling.
Seen On: Gabrielle Union, Kerry Washington, Kim Kardashian

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Dexter and Byron Peart of WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie
In 2006 Canadian brothers Dexter and Byron Peart founded NYC based WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie, a line of premium leather goods created to carry our daily “essentials”—laptop, iPad, phone, etc. Their collection of bags, wallets, phone cases and luggage is a perfect marriage of style and function.

(Photo: Racked)

Style: Stylish professional with impeccable attention to detail
Seen On: Karl- Spotted on the streets of Soho, We have no doubt that WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie will be a must have for countless celebrities and anyone that wants to travel in style.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. Maya Lake for Boxing Kitten
Maya Lake started Boxing Kitten as a self taught designer, at first creating her signature vibrant print pieces for friends. She has since become a go-to designer for women wanting to look fun and playful. Lake combines her love of vintage-inspired shapes with African wax block and batik prints to produce truly unique eye-catching pieces.

(Photo: The Fashion Bomb)

Style: Maya describes the look of Boxing Kitten as “ethnic rockabilly”. Ladylike silhouettes with bold African prints, these designs are definitely for those that don’t mind being noticed.
Seen on: Solange Knowles, Erykah Badu, Rihanna

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6. Willi Smith


Willi Donnell Smith (February 29, 1948 – April 17, 1987) was one of the most successful young African-American fashion designers in fashion history. At the time of his death, his company Williwear Ltd. sold $25 million worth of clothing a year.

Style: Youthful and often unfitted, his clothes had a free-flowing look that often featured unusual color combinations. Smith also introduced a design innovation by matching plaids, stripes, and colors in single articles of clothing.

Seen on: He designed the suits for Edwin Schlossberg and his groomsmen when he married Caroline Kennedy in 1986. Smith also designed the uniforms and clothes for Spike Lee’s film School Daze (1987).

 

 

 

 

 

 

source: roc4life

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Practice Safe Sun

I recently went through a wicked bout of adult acne and was introduced to Sherilyn Rhymes. Her facials and skin care advice saved me and I’m so happy to have her as part of the BI family. My people, listen up!

-KC

I want to remind everyone to PRACTICE SAFE SUN! Yes it is more important in the summer, but sunscreen should be worn all year round. Apply a “full or broad spectrum” sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher DAILY to any area of your body not covered by clothing. Remember to reapply if you perspire or go into the water. Yes even when it is raining and yes people of color too!  As soon as the sun rises, whether it is actually sunny or not, the damaging UVA & UVB rays are out there. Also, those fluorescent lights in your office have UV (Ultra Violet) rays too.  Skin cancer is an equal opportunity disease; no one is exempt.  Yet it is the ONLY cancer that is 100% preventable. And for all of you Divas and Divos out there, guess what your number one anti-aging product is?  You guessed it, sunscreen. Consult with your Esthetician on the proper sun protection product for your skin.  If you have any questions or do not have an Esthetician, please feel free to contact me and I will be glad to help you.

Sherilyn Rhymes, L.E. has been practicing her passion in the skin care and make-up industry for over 12 years.  After attending Newberry School of Beauty and receiving her Esthetician license in 1998, she continued her education by completing her certification in Microdermabrasion at Advanced Beauty Careers Institute in Garden Grove, California.  She continues to learn and explore new areas of skin care and dermatological studies on an on-going basis through the world renowned International Dermal Institute in Carson, California.

Sherilyn has worked with many of the top skin care lines and has had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients with all skin types – from preparing celebrities for the “Red Carpet”, to clearing up teenagers’ acne for their prom.  In addition to being a practicing Esthetician, she has also joined the ranks of educator, teaching with one of the most eminent skin care companies in the world.

She loves going to work everyday and applying her ever-growing body of knowledge to the unique needs of her clients.  Sherilyn’s goal is to “save the world one skin cell at a time”. Leave a comment for her if you have questions – she will respond!