Best Nail Strength & Growth Polish Ever.

Well, well, well, looks like its time for a little product raving. This is my new friend-Sally Hansen Nailgrowth Miracle .45 oz. I used this stuff at my friend's house and never really knew what it was...her label was all worn off so I couldn't read it and I just wanted clear polish for my fingernails. Nice little way of doing a 'blind-study' I'd say...No preconceived ideas about the product beforehand. So I used this, and a week later I notice my nails were significantly longer than I'd expect them to be. They also hadn't chipped at all. So I asked my friend what the heck that nail polish was- turns out- Sally Hansen nail-growth is some seriously wonderful stuff. You can at Target has it for around $6.00. Yes, this stuff is worth it.

Shoe Sale on Jessica Simpson's

I was just in a shoe shopping mood last night via the net. Found several that were at least over 35% off (I don't do clearance any less than that...check out why). Thought I'd pass these on to you. Also, I wouldn't have these up if I didn't think they would be worth it, all these should have a product review rating of 4/5 or higher, otherwise its a little sketchy to buy clothing off the net. I also have Jessica Simpson shoes, a few pairs, and many of my girls approve the brand as well...Just thought I'd share! Oh! And! I have a new product review coming...stay close!

Winter Nights Out

You know what sucks? The temperature difference from the wintery, frozen streets of Minneapolis and the inside of a club/bar. It's that time of the year where you can't leave the house without being bundled up! Yet, it's that time of the college year where we all love to go out after a long week. So, what the heck am I suppose to wear? I can't walk from the car or the cab without a jacket, especially with the outfits I prefer to wear out. I mean, I do the leggings or tights and the high boots in my attempt to look good and still stay warm, but that doesn't really cut it. I have no desire to wear a sweater or even a long sleeve shirt to a club and especially at my favorite spot-the dance floor. If I bring my winter jacket, and there is no coat check, what am I suppose to do? Carry around the giant down coat that is also big enough to be a parka? No. If I put it down, it might become stolen (it has happened before). So what is a girl to do?

Oh yeah, that's right- Buy cute cheap stuff! ...And we're back to me raving about my favorite goodwill spot... I've picked up several jackets over the past few months, especially in fall, and I've been wearing these out this winter. Now, these jackets aren't winter jackets by any means, but that's okay. Why? Because if I lose one when I go out, I put it down, it becomes stolen, it doesn't matter-I paid $5.00 for each of them. We all have a general sense of economics...small investment=small potential loss.

I've seen girls lose $300 winter coats. Not something I want to happen and ruin my night out. The little coats I'm buying are simple solid classic jackets that go with anything, but at the same time they are simple solid classic cheap jackets. If I lose one, I won't be out the same dollar amount as a real full blown winter coat. Again, small investment=small potential loss. And you're going to take it off anyway! Save your money for the parts of your outfit that are under that jacket ;)

Best Deal for Jewlery

Oh where oh where does one look for an acceptable deal on jewelery? My top choice lately has been at Charlotte Russe. The deal to go for- the 2 for $8 with earrings. You are also able to get necklaces for $8, which is also nice. I'm not going lie and tell you these are the best quality pieces of jewelry in the world, but when I need something big, sparkly, or am looking for something more unique, this is where I go.

Sometimes yes, its a good idea to get yourself some staple pieces. And these are where you can spend your money if you want...but until then I'm all for this 2 for $8 deal!

I wear the pieces I get often and you can take a look at my sideshow at the bottom of the page to see for yourself.

Christmas on a College Budget

So this is how my Christmas shopping panned out. Seeing how I graduate from college this spring, and will need to be saving money for that transition, I had to get creative. I went to my trusted goodwill (the one in a wealthier neighborhood), and looked around. What I have been noticing is that they always seem to have random pieces of silver trinkets. Real silver, I checked. They have little trays, and sometimes little antique looking jewelry boxes. This is what I chose to go for. I would get all the females that I thought would be expecting presents from me little silver trays and jewelry boxes. Both items could be placed on vanity's and bathroom counters to collect necklaces, bracelets, hair pins etc. At anywhere between $2.00-$6.00 each, these where easy and in budget. I liked this approach because I could just gather several items one week and then the next week look for a few more. New things area always coming in, that's why it's so great. Yes these gifts were from goodwill, but these aren't items that are just junk. These are things you'd see at an antique store.

All in all my Christmas gifts cost about $14.00. That's it. See for yourself.