How’s this for a mascara recommendation?  In the current installment of People’s 50 Most Beautiful, Champion swimmer Amanda Beard says she uses Maybelline Volum’ Express Waterproof Mascara when swimming to look good.  Considering she spends most of her time in the water, that’s quite a product endorsement for the waterproof promises of Maybelline’s classic line!  

I wear makeup in the water. I always wear a waterproof mascara, Maybelline Volume Express. All my makeup is waterproof, even my concealer.”

Hmm, now if she can go into a little more detail on that concealer, we’d be set! 

(Picture courtesy of People Magazine)

Payless has just come out with a van-style, white-DIY-design sneaker called “The Friendship Shoe” … & they’re donating 100% of net profits from sales to the Fresh Air Fund!

The $19.99 sneaker comes with a set of 3 markers so YOU can decorate it yourself! Hearts? Stars? Checks? Graffiti? GO FOR IT! You can even leave it pure white if you like! And the sneaker also comes in boys and girls sizes, so if you have children this is a great crafts project that they’ll actually get to wear … or let them decorate a pair of shoes for Grandma for Mother’s Day!

For Adult sizes online, CLICK HERE!

For Children’s sizes: CLICK HERE FOR GIRLS! or CLICK HERE FOR BOYS!

To find a participating store, CLICK HERE!

NOTE: The Fresh Air Fund is an amazing not-for-profit organization that provides summer vacations in rural and suburban communities from Virginia to Maine & Canada to NYC children in need. The experience means the world to these children, & just knowing people care can change their outlook & sometimes their lives. To learn more, CLICK HERE!

I’m in a lighthearted mood today, and these postcard and travel prints make me feel ready to sneak off to the beach. This classically preppy look is too often delegated to frumpy shapes, so it’s fun to see it updated this year.

Top left, world shopper tote, $10.80, Forever 21, available here.
Top right, postcard print bikini, JCrew, $44 and $42. Available here.
Bottom right, Juicy Couture postcard from the edge charm, $38, available here at Neiman Marcus.
Bottom left, Surf-scene mini, $88, JCrew, available here.
Middle left, Luggage labels, $12, available here at Fred Flare.

Herve Leger’s skintight rainbow dresses made a big splash on celebrities like Lindsay Lohan earlier this year, and since then, we’re seeing more and more rainbow brights trickling into stores. This is a risky look, so save it for days when you’re feeling bold and ready for anything. Here’s a few ideas- both high-price and low- to get you thinking.

Top left, Lucky Brand Medium Slouchy Patchwork Bag, Piperlime, $158, available here.

Top middle, Alice and Trixie Charlotte Tube Dress in Psychedelic Splash, $215, Revolve Clothing, available here.

Top right, rainbow racerback tunic, Forever 21, $17.80, available here.

Middle right, Dooney and Bourke Rainbow Heart barrel bag, $175, Nordstrom, available here.

Bottom right, Xhilaration rainbow band braided watch, Target, $12.99, available here.

Bottom left, Rainbow heart necklace, Fred Flare, $10, available here.

Middle left, Travota rainbow stripe polo, $94, Barneys, available here.

I love tote bags, they’re the only types of bags than can actually fit all my stuff! And what better for summer than these cute and casual canvas totes from Forever 21. These are perfect for the beach, gym, shopping or running errands. Each also carries it’s own environmental message. Green Tip: help save the environment by using a reusable canvas tote instead of a plastic bag when grocery shopping. Check out Forever 21’s totes, each with their own green message.

From top left:

• All We Need Is Love Tote - Forever 21 - $12.00
• Peace Tote - Forever 21 - $12.00
• Recycle Tote - Forever 21 - $20.00
• Think Green Tote - Forever 21 - $20.00
• Forever Green Tote - Forever 21 - $7.80