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Wednesday, November 8, 2017

Holiday Style Hacks

Hello, November!

Yup, it's that time of the year again! October flew by and now the holidays are right around the corner. I absolutely love the holidays however, it is also one of the most stressful times of the year for me. Being a full-time student and preparing for finals, while also being a product development intern at a shoe company, it has been tough trying to find additional time to hang out with loved ones or go shopping. Although I might not be able to do any shopping for you, I can help you out with these quick holiday style hacks.

1. Use double-sided tape.


Honestly, the creation of double-sided tape has blessed me on so many different occasions. I've been using ShowStoppers' double-sided tape to prevent any unwanted wardrobe malfunctions such as keeping a revealing dress in place and concealing bra straps. What I love about this product is that it comes in a small, sleek package that is perfect for the average person on the go. I've also noticed that the tape lasts pretty long. I have used it to keep one of my favorite cowl neck tops in place and my knee highs from running down and was amazed to see that the tape lasted all day, even throughout humidity. Want to try ShowStoppers for yourself? You can use the code LISETTE2 for $2 off, valid through November 20, 2017!


2. Hairspray can be used for things other than just your hair!
Nothing is worse than planning to wear a cute skirt or dress with stockings, only to find out that your tights have been snagged or ripped. Here in New York, it gets extremely cold during the holiday seasons and although I love to show some leg, I don't want to freeze to death while doing it. Runs on stockings might be great for achieving the whole grunge/punk rock look, but you can actually prevent them from happening by spraying hairspray on your tights both before wearing and storing them away.

3. Don't be afraid to break out your heels!

I know a lot of people dread having to dress up because in many cases it means to wear heels. As someone who owns a lot of shows, I know that heels aren't always the most comfortable to wear. However, you shouldn't let that discourage you! I'm sure many of you already know about the Band-Aid trick to keep your shoes from rubbing and peeling your skin, but what happens if you don't have any easily accessible? It turns out that applying some lip balm on the back of your heels also helps to prevent blisters. For this hack, I highly recommend using a lip balm with a thick and waxy formula such as Burt's Bees. Anything with shimmer would just increase irritation.

What holiday hacks are you going to try out this year? Do you have any hacks of your own? Feel free to leave them in the comments below!

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xo, Lisette
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Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Bra Tips: Tricks Every Girl Should Know

You've got 99 problems, but your bra shouldn't be one!


As we all know, having to wear bras can be a complete pain. Now I don't know about you, but there isn't a better feeling than finally coming home and letting the ladies out of their cage ;)

Did you know that about 80% of women wear/buy the wrong bra size without even knowing it? I've learned that a bra can either make or break your outfit. Having a smaller chest, I've always had trouble finding tops that fit me properly, let alone a great fitting bra. Despite the size of your chest, finding a bra with a perfect fit shouldn't be such a hassle. Below are some common "fit issues" that many of us encounter, along with some quick solutions to getting a better fit which can dramatically enhance the overall appearance of your bust:


Having second thoughts about previous bras you've purchased? (I know I did!) Luckily, our friends at ThirdLove, a lingerie company that makes comfortable and stylish bras, were kind enough to give me a promo code to share with you all! Get 15% off your purchase when you use the code "BRABLEMS." They make the process of shopping for new bras a whole lot easier. Not only do they have a great, detailed size chart, but they also offer half sizes which is pretty rare. Alas, all your bra problems are solved! 

As always thank you all for reading, I'll see you in the next post! Until then, feel free to keep up with me on social media.. maybe even send a message or two? :)

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xo, Lisette
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Thursday, November 13, 2014

The Liebster Award

                      

Hey everyone! Today's post is a little bit different from my usual posts. A few days ago I was nominated by Syrine (thank you doll!) at http://vintagequeen1.blogspot.com/ for the Liebster Award, which is basically an award given to new bloggers who you feel are worth a read.

Rules:

- You have to post 11 facts about yourself
- Answer the 11 questions posted by nominator
 - Nominate 11 other bloggers with less than 200 followers on their blog 
and come up with 11 questions for them to answer
- Mention blogger who nominated you
- You must let your nominees know about your nominations and 
give them a link to your post so they can learn about the award.

11 Facts About Me:  

  1. Eminem is my inspiration.
  2. My favorite color is red.
  3. Whenever I go out to eat, I always order chicken tenders and fries.
  4. The majority of my closet is black, white & floral.
  5. I do my own nails.
  6. I love to sing and dance... but not in front of people.
  7. I want to be an event planner.
  8. I have a slight obsession with Tinkerbell.
  9. I can't stand the whole Twilight series.
  10. I can spend hours on YouTube without getting bored.
  11. I love making people laugh.

Questions by Syrine: 

1. If you had the chance to travel, where would you want to go?
Either California or London.

2. What's your inspiration in life?
I draw inspiration from a lot of things. Family, friends, music, culture all inspire me in different ways.

3. What's your favorite food?
Chicken parmesan, or pretty much anything Italian.

4. What are some of your favorite books?
I don't remember half of the books I've read, but The Fault in Our Stars takes the prize for sure :)

5. What's one of the scariest things you've ever done?
Good question, I don't think I've done anything scary lol..

6. What accomplishment are you most proud of?
Being my high school's valedictorian was a pretty big accomplishment.

7. If you were going to write a book, what would you call it and what would it be about?
"Mess" by Lisette Melendez, a tale about a girl who's still trying to get her shit together.

8. When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A fashion designer. 

9. If someone asked you to give them a random piece of advice, what would you say?
As simple as this may sound, do what makes you happy.

10. Would you rather live in the country or in the city?
I'm a city girl!

11. Do you like to plan things out in detail or be spontaneous?
A little bit of both depending on the occasion.

I Nominate:


My Questions:

1. If you could raid anyone's closet, who would it be and why?
2. What inspired you to start blogging?
3. Do you prefer saving up for pricier items or buying a bunch of affordable options?
4. How would you describe your style in one word?
5. What kind of blog posts do you enjoy most?
6. Do you enjoy traveling?
7. What is one thing that most people don't know about you?
8. Who are your favorite artists?
9. Where do you shop most?
10. What is your favorite thing about Fall?
11. What is your most worn item in your closet?


As always thank you guys for reading. I hope you enjoyed this post. I've been working on a haul/try-on video for you guys which should be up next week. Stay tuned!

xo, Lisette
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