Cheap & Chic
Jelly isn't just for PB ‘n’ J sammies anymore! These see-through cool shoes are the perfect treat for your feet. Here's some of our fave jellies to keep you lookin' sweet this summer!
$12.50, oldnavy.com
$5, daisymaze.com
$9, target.com
$17.50, shoes.com
-Cait Rohan
BY JIAE K. ON 5/11/2008 12:00:00 AM 90 COMMENTS
Our new fave pens make a major statement. Sadly, they won’t help ya with your English homework. But nail polish pens will cut major time off your mani. Nic’s Sticks by OPI promised a 1-minute dry time and 60 secs later, our digits were done! Perfect for girls who have trouble stayin’ in the lines (or keepin’ polish off your paws!).
Check out a few of our fave picks:
Sally Hansen Quick Color Fast Dry Nail Pen, $8, sallyhansen.com
Nic's Sticks by OPI, $7, nicolebyopi.com
And in case ya slip up, throw a nail polish remover pen in your bag, too!
Sephora Brand Nail Polish Corrector Pen, $6, sephora.com
BLOG ABOUT IT: What’s your pick for nails this spring?
-Laura Tomaselli
BY JIAE K. ON 5/4/2008 12:00:00 AM 101 COMMENTS
Need a little lift? Wedges are the perf shoe to give you height and comfort while looking totally cute, not clunky, for summer! Whether you need a jazzy touch for a night on the town or just a preppy casual look for soaking up the sun, we’ve got our faves at prices ya just can’t beat.
Yacht Espadrille, $20, payless.com
Super-cute for shopping with your besties. We love it with a bright cotton tee dress.
Classified Iris White Patent and Cork T-Strap, $23, lulus.com
These strappy sandals look just-right with pink bermudas and your fave fitted tee.
Qupid Talent Brown Canvas Basket Weave, $24, lulus.com
The gingham makes these picnic-perfect. Great with cuffed dark denim shorts and a couple of layered tanks.
Xhilaration Tiki Floral with Bow, $23, target.com
Ultra-girlie, flirty kicks look cute with denim capris and a cute tunic.
-Laura Tomaselli & Jaime Sunday
BY JIAE K. ON 4/27/2008 12:00:00 AM 138 COMMENTS
Wanna give yourself a pretty pedicure but don't have a ton of money or time to go to a salon? GL's got ya covered with our super-cheap picks and easy DIY tips!
First, soak your feet for 5-10 minutes in warm water to get 'em prepped and soften dry, rough or flaky patches. You can even do it while you’re reading or doing your homework!
We like Freeman Bare Foot Softening Foot Soak. It's only $4, drugstore.com.
As your feet are soakin', go ahead and get your tools ready.
GL loves Ms. Pedicure 101 Kit 'cuz it's got 9 tools for just $5 (drugstore.com)!
Once your feet are nice and smooth, use the pedicure kit's brush to scrub under your nails, cuticles and between your toes. When that's super-clean use the coarser side of the 2-sided wand to rub away any flaky, rough skin.
Pat feet dry with a towel. Say buh-bye to any overgrown cuticles by (gently!) pushin' 'em back with the kit's cuticle sticks. Slather on your fave lotion and let it soak in for a few.
Next, shape up those toenails with an emery board. Stick with a rounded or square shape. Separate your toes with the pedi separators (or tissues!) to make sure you don't smudge the polish when you paint!
Now you're all set to polish! Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Diamond Shine Base and Top Coat works before and after ya polish, so you don’t have to break the bank for 2 bottles of paint. ($5, cvs.com)
These Sephora shades are only $2 bucks a pop.
We love bright blues for toes or keep it classic in reds or pinks. For only $2 you can definitely switch it up!
Voila! Flaunt your perfect polish in some sweet flip flops, sandals or strappy heels!
-Cait Rohan
BY JIAE K. ON 4/20/2008 12:00:00 AM 84 COMMENTS