5 Waterproof Mascaras For the Beach and Beyond


Updated 06/30/11 7:12 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best Waterproof Mascaras

Summer has just begun and we're smack-dab in the middle of wedding season. So whether you're tearing up the ocean or tearing up at a touching ceremony (you have to love homophones), you're going to need a resilient, long-lasting waterproof mascara. There are lots of great ones out there, but to help you narrow them down, here are five top picks. Read more

50 Gorgeous Wedding Hairstyle Ideas


Updated 07/15/11 2:41 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

50 Wedding Hairstyle Ideas 2011-06-20 05:00:38

Summer is peak wedding season, so we've looked back at the red carpet for some style inspiration. Whether you're a bride-to-be, bridesmaid, have a wedding to attend in the near future, or you're just looking for a hairstyle with a little something special, you've come to the right place. Here are several gorgeous wedding coifs to spark your creativity. Read more

How to Create a Romantic, Loose Updo


Updated 07/15/11 2:41 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 8 comments

How to Create a Loose Wedding Updo

A great, effortless hairstyle for a Summer wedding or special event is a romantic, loose updo. Plus, it’s equally easy to create in just a few steps. Check out this video to see how we did it. (PS: we added a final touch using a Colette Malouf Bridal Collection hair accessory and earrings by Towne & Reese.) Read more

Get Wedding Makeup Like Bella Swan's


Updated 11/21/11 3:44 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

We saw a sneak peek of Bella Swan's wedding hair in Breaking Dawn, and now that the trailer for the film is out, we can see exactly what her makeup looks like at her nuptials to Edward Cullen. It's a simple but very pretty palette, and if you're interested in getting it for yourself, we have a few tips. (Be sure to read our interview with Kristen Stewart's makeup artist, too.) To see what you'll Read more

Valentine's Day Bouquet Inspiration From Flora Grubb


Updated 02/08/12 12:34 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Flora Grubb Bouquet Photos

If I had my druthers, I'd have fresh flowers in every room of my home year-round. But a standard bouquet of roses simply isn't my taste. When it comes to bouquets, I prefer flowers that embrace the other — grasses, succulents, tillandsia, even carnivorous plants, are all favorites in my bouquets. Thankfully, San Francisco's own Flora Grubb is the go-to resource for beautiful, Read more

Get All of Kate Middleton's Royal Wedding Beauty Details


Updated 04/29/11 2:24 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

How to Get Kate Middleton's Royal Wedding Beauty Look

Kate Middleton was simply breathtaking in her custom Alexander McQueen wedding dress, and her beauty look was the perfect complement to the feminine design. From her subdued nails down to her elegant hairstyle, here's how you can get Kate's complete beauty look: Kate's rosy-cheeked makeup look Her down and flowy hairstyle The princess's wedding tiara revealed Her customized nail polish Read more

Are You Ready For Marriage, Or Are You Rushing Into It?


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Rushing Into Mariage

We're happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, YourTango. When I was a little girl I remember watching all the Disney Princess movies (You know the ones: Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Snow White, Aladdin… there seemed to be an endless supply), and I loved everything about those fairy tale stories—the handsome prince, the white dress, the cake, the pumpkin stagecoach, Read more

5 Sci-Fi Locations We'd Like to Vacation To


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Sci-Fi Vacation Locations

It's pretty obvious that we love sci-fi, space, and everything galactic, so it shouldn't come as a surprise that we can often be found daydreaming about vacationing to a totally out-of-this-world location. Call us crazy, but if buying a ticket to one of these spacey vacation spots were an option, we'd be all over it. Cloud 9 — The Colonial Fleet's luxury liner was the perfect getaway for the Read more

Free Download: Wedding Beauty Checklist


Updated 05/11/11 3:48 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 2 comments

Wedding beauty planner

Has being a bride made you feel more busy than blushing? Never fear — this wedding beauty planner will keep you organized from your first tooth whitening appointment to the last sweep of gloss before you walk down the aisle. I've written about bridal timelines before, but this printable planner should help to make things easier. Just download it and go. To see all of our wedding coverage, check Read more

7 Budget Beauty Tips For a Glowing Bride


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Cheap Wedding Beauty Tips

Kate Middleton looked beautiful on her wedding day, but did you know she pulled a savvy move and did her makeup herself? It's important to look your best on your wedding day, and looking good doesn't always have to cost an arm and a leg. Follow these simple tips from Dana LaRue, founder of The Broke-Ass Bride blog, to look as pretty as a princess on your big day without breaking the bank: Mall Read more