I am a self-admitted Bare Escentuals junkie.  I can't even tell you how many of their eyeshadows and lip glosses I have.  I still have not tried the pressed eyeshadows mainly because I...

I am usually the worst at holiday dressing.  No I don't mean the kind you put inside your turkey.  I mean the, "Oh it's time for holiday parties, and cocktails, and desserts.  Wear...

I've mentioned that a few weeks ago, the company which owns my soul hosted a black and white party which the husband and I had to attend.  It was a formal affair with...

This is one of my mother's favorite dresses, so I decided to wear it on Thanksgiving.  I did decide to go with comfy fur boots instead of the normal pumps I wear with...

This year I'm giving thanks for my family and the life we have together.  Every day I learn something new from the people around me. Scarf worn as belt: Daks London; Wristlet: Coach ...

You know the other great thing about your hair?  It gives you another place to add an accessory.  I generally like small things I can almost hide within my hair, so they don't...

I was most shocked recently when someone told me I have "rich girl" hair.  I didn't know whether that was a complement or an insult, so I asked for details.  I was assured...

 Pretty, Shiny, Sparkly is hosting another Bloggers Do It Better Challenge, and this time it's something I do all the time: military.  I especially love military jackets including this one from BCBG Max...

I'm not sure what appealed to me when I was buying this jacket because it's not really "me," but I've been wearing it a lot lately, and I'm glad I have it.  I've...

If you are in the area this weekend, Black Halo and Burning Torch are having sample sales.  Black Halo's Jackie O dress is a very classic, fitted Mad Men-esque pencil dress and is...

I recently had the pleasure of having my makeup done by Dior Beauty at Macy's in South Coast Plaza before we went to the black and white party.  While doing my makeup, the...

To the one-shoulder phenomenon.  I thought I was going to let this trend go quietly, but then I found this cashmere sweater on sale for an amazing price at Neiman Marcus.  I actually...

I mentioned that the family went to a reception at Tournament House last weekend.  Our house backs up to the end of the Rose Parade route, and on New Year's Day, the floats...

I cannot do my hair the same way twice even if my life depends on it.  You would think after 40+ years of doing my hair, I would have a system that was...

If you aren't following @PiperlimeBrand on Twitter, you should just so you can participate in the Think Inside the Box Contest they run occasionally on their Fresh Juice blog.  The Matt Bernson boots...