This summer, we’re making it even easier for you to enjoy dining without breaking your budget. For three days only—June 19-21—you can purchase 50% dining certificates to your favorite Fifth Group restaurants. The best part is… you can use them … Continue reading
So Good…It’s a Steal It was last Wednesday, the hottest day of the year thus far in Atlanta. I had just completed FREE yoga in the park with some of my girlfriends from work when I decided to see if … Continue reading
Reblogged from LOVE LETTERS TO HOME.: So we all know I love wine and cheese… Especially when the two are combined! I created a little guide to help you pair the two at your next gathering! Enjoy! Sip and Savor … Continue reading
It’s the weekend baby (or close enough) and for some of you that also means PAY DAY! A joyous day that, in theory, represents the culmination of your hard work. Regardless of your income, this is the day when you get … Continue reading
On Our Radar!
I happily present you three products that I am obsessed with this week that help you get your financial house in order, keep your beauty blunders at a minimum, and keep your words articulately chic!
FINANCIAL CENTS
EasyMoney is a FREE personal finance app that I downloaded from the Google Play store about two weeks ago. It wasn’t until this week where I decided to go all in and not only track every expense, but also keep track of my saving and spending “envelopes” electronically and VOLIA! that’s when I realized just how awesome this app is. I like it because it combines the function of a checkbook register, a bills reminder, a budget planner with an expense tracker! Despite the obvious reasons for being excited for pay-day, I can’t wait to start fresh and update my financial plan.
STYLE CENTS
Shemergencies are the beauty blunders, fashion faux pas, and personal care predicaments that keep women from looking and feeling their best. I like this kit because it has a simple little pouch with everything you may need in an emergency. It’s also perfect for transitioning from day to night when you are leaving the office and need to quickly refresh the day before a night on the town. The kit includes 25 must-haves: folding hair brush with mirror, hair spray, clear elastics, earring backs, hand lotion, nail clipper, emery board, clear nail polish, nail polish remover, mending kit, safety pin, double-sided tape, lint remover, shoe shine towelettes, stain remover, static remover, breath freshener, lip balm, dental floss, pain reliever, deodorant towelettes, tampon, adhesive bandages, facial tissues, and blotting tissues. I even added hand sanitizer and a great sample perfume from my Birchbox to complete my kit!
BOOK CENTS
Can I just say OMG! If you didn’t know I was a book-worm, you should check out the SMC pin board “Book Cents“. This would be just perfect for my newly decorated office and I love that you have a choice of chic colors in a stunning leather-covered binding. It definitely jazzes up one of the most frequently cited reference sources of all time– The Dictionary! This Oh So Fab dictionary and matching thesaurus, is pricey retailing at $180, but can be found at See Jane Work!
What’s on YOUR Radar?
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Meet Kelly Cutrone! I used to watch the Bravo show Kell on Earth that followed fashion publicist, author, and mom, Kelly Curtone, and her team at the fashion PR firm People’s Revolution. While yes, I loved the “reality” of this … Continue reading
I was going through some old papers when I came across my notes from the Spring 2006 Career Night hosted by my alma mater, Spelman College. The theme for the evening was “To, Work, To Live, To Love: A Conversation about … Continue reading
Will You Be My Bridesmaid?
It starts with a question that leads to a ring, which ends up as a picture on Instagram, and is shared on Facebook. Yep, he asked and she said yes! Weeks later, you find a charming note in your mailbox asking you to stand beside her on the most important day of her life. You, my dear, are a chosen one… also known as a bridesmaid.
Since 2010, I have been in seven weddings and I witnessed fifteen of my girlfriends walk down the aisle toward wedded bliss. I have taken off work and flown clear across the country in support of LOVE, but the support LOVE can come at a hefty price tag.
She Said Yes, But Should You?
It is truly an honor to be asked to be in someone’s wedding, but before you say “yes”, you need to understand what you are getting yourself into before you make that commitment. Just like in a romantic relationship, money can throw a major wretch into your friendship if you are not honest with yourself and the bride about your financial situation. As a bridesmaid, I have paid for gowns, shoes, hair, mani/pedi, makeup packages, jewelry, liquor, plane tickets, hotels, car service, engagement party, bridal shower, bachelorette party, and décor elements for the actual wedding. I didn’t even mention the wedding gift…eek! Once you accept the invitation to become a member of the bridal party, you are in for richer or poorer.
Back in 2011, the Wedding Channel estimated the cost of being a bridesmaid averages around $1695. This was based off a survey of more than 20,000 brides in 2010. Imagine was the average is now. It always makes me wonder how Katherine Heigl could afford to be in 27 weddings, plus her own, on a personal assistant’s salary. For me, I used the envelope system before I even knew exactly what that meant. I set aside a certain amount of money each check for each bride. Sure, for some of the weddings I did have to use supplemental funds, but it is better than having to pay an unplanned lump sum at the last-minute.
Brides, be nice to your bridesmaids…your chosen ones. These are the ones who are holding you down during one of the most beautiful and stressful times of your life. Bridesmaids, remember that your bride is a bride only once (fingers crossed) and she has a vision for her day. If you are both honest from the beginning, then you lessen the chance of unrealistic expectations from both sides.
How Many Weddings Have You Been In?
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