Let's Just Makeup--Let's Be Healthy

National Nutrition Month

The month of March is dedicated to focusing on healthier 

eating and greater living. The U.S. Department of 

Agriculture and Department of Health and Human Services 

urges us to follow the Dietary Guidelines for Americans that 

reflects:

• Balancing proper caloric intake with physical activity
• Increasing consumption of vegetables, fruit, whole grains, fat-free and low-fat dairy products, and seafood
• Lowering intake of sodium, saturated and trans fats, added sugars, and refined grains

For more detailed information visit the USDA and HHS on the web.

Be health. Be physical. Be responsible.

Hump Day: Over the Heel

The New Old School

Spring 2013 is all about all things retro. It's a time of going 

out with the new and in with the old. The boy meets world 

meets girl Oxford loafers of times previous have been 

resurrected and updated for a more posh appeal. Color 

block, patent, cut-out, and croc are just a petite list of styles 

that dance on top of the soles of this jazzy hit. 

Be retro. Be metro. Be jazzy. 

Team Tuesday's- Addiction Swimwear

Get Addicted

What's hot, chic and wet all over? The Addiction Swimwear 

Collection by CEO and Creative Director Ashley B. Summer 

days just got a lot brighter with the vibrant sultry array of 

swimsuit selections featured on www.shoppingaddiction.

storenvy.com. From lavish bathing suits to cute cover-ups 

this site has all that you need to be beach-ready!

Be wet. Be wild.  Be addicted.

Let's Just Makeup: Be Beautiful--Let's BE Healthy

Three a Day

Less is not always more especially as it relates to our daily 

food intake. Eating smaller portion sizes may definitely be 

more beneficial to your health, while decreasing the number 

of meals per day works on the contraire. Skipping meals can 

cause your body to begin storing fat from food in unwanted 

areas of the body as a reserve for future missed meals. It 

is better to intake three well-balanced meals each day at 

breakfast, lunch, and dinner supplementing with small 

snacks in between.

Be fed. Be full. Be fit. 

Hump Day: Over the Heel

Lace Up

What’s sleek, chic and lace all over? Spring’s 2013 ultra-

feminine stiletto heeled shoes. This classic trend lends itself 

retrospectively to styles like peep-toe booties and such 

displaying a hard rock look that just got softer. Don’t be 

afraid to dabble in the bold bright hues that stain these lace 

appliques.

Be soft. Be feminine. Be classic.

Tuesdays with the Team: Spring into Action

Spring has arrived and it’s time to lighten up. If you are a 

lover of all things fab and you adore makeup, it is an 

absolute must that you tune in to the LetsJustMakeup5 

YouTube channel like yesterday! The Spring Makeup video 

promises to show you how to achieve that invigorating airy 

glow without going overboard with color. Don’t take my 

word for it, check it out yourself.

http://www.youtube.com/user/LetsJustMakeup5

Be light. Be airy. Be made-up. 

Baggage Boutique--Be Styled

My Point of View

As brighter days are forthcoming, a captivating pair of 

shades is imperative. If your size preference is Jacky O so 

big or small and round, I spy endless options. Angled brims, 

cat eyes, feline prints, or solid and simple one or all of these 

style selections should shed light on your kind of specs.

Be bright. Be selective. Be seen.

Let's Just Makeup: Be Beautiful--Let's Be Healthy

The Weight Is Over

Have you ever been told that in order to shed one pound you 

must slice 3500 calories? Well, this may not pan out for 

everyone. Researchers at the National Institute of Health 

explain that this equation does not consider the slowdown 

that happens to your metabolism as you lose pounds. This 

oversight results in an overestimation of how quickly an 

allotted amount of weight can truly be loss. Try visiting 

bwsimulator.niddk.nih.gov to try their Body Weight 

Simulator for a more precise guide to forecasting your weight 

loss results.

Be fit. Be accurate. Be healthy. 

Let's Just Makeup: Be Beautiful--Let's Be Healthy

World Kidney Day

Today I have the pleasure of celebrating my birthday along-side a rather note-worthy holiday and that is World Kidney Day. Every year on March 14^th companies near and far work tiringly to spread the word about the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle with well-functioning kidneys. The nursing side of me just wanted to share a little literature with you regarding this most important matter according to the National Kidney Foundation.

The Condition: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

          This is a result of damage to the kidneys that decreases one’s ability to remain healthy. As damage progresses waste builds up in your blood to high levels causing you to feel very ill. 

The Facts:

          Early detection can help prevent the progression of kidney disease to kidney failure.

Heart disease is the major cause of death for all people with CKD.

High risk groups include those with diabetes, hypertension and family history of kidney disease.

African Americans, Hispanics, Pacific Islanders, Native Americans and Seniors are at increased risk.

Three simple tests can detect CKD: blood pressure, urine albumin and serum creatinine.

Please make sure you stay abreast of the happenings with your body by keeping all regularly scheduled doctor appointments. Know where you stand.

Be concerned. Be informed. Be filtered. 

Hump Day: Over the Heel

Heavy Metal

The light airiness that spring bestows just got a little heavier in 

fashion this season. Metal straps and heels along with an array 

of colored metallic accents are some of the top aesthetics in 

2013. It kisses the tip of the toe and hugs gently around the 

ankle. Feel free to rock out!

Be shiny. Be marvelous. Be heavy. 

Let's Just Makeup--Be Beautiful

Back With a Bang

Nostalgia, vintage, and throwback are all terms we use to 

reference what was that have held enough presence to come 

back as the now. The 20’s are roaring and the 60’s are 

stepping on the scene of all things fashionable including the 

evolution of hair. While nothing is deemed new under the 

sun, there is one work of hair art that is back with a bang! 

Thick, blunt, and fringed bangs that sweep just at or slightly 

above the brow have been seen framing the faces of Kelly 

Rowland, Taylor Swift, the honorable First Lady 

Michelle Obama and even our own Baggage owner Elizabeth 

Ellis. Bangs have definitely grown to be the “it” hair trend of 

the season.

Be on. Be bold. Be banging. 

Let's Just Makeup

Be Beautiful

with Owner Elizabeth

The makeup doesn't define the woman, yet it is confidence, drive, passion, and inner beauty that is the Make-up of every woman.

Website: www.baggageb.com
Instagram: instagram.com/letsjustmakeup
Email: letsjustmakeup5@gmail.com
            claimedbaggage@gmail.com

Baggage Boutique

Be Styled

with Owner Alaina

 Over the years, I have learned that what is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.

Website:  www.baggageb.com             

 Email: claimedbaggage@gmail.com  

 Instagram: @claimedbaggage                

Youtube:  www.youtube.com/baggageb        

Why should you be organized?

Be Home

So a couple of family members have asked, Why should I care about being organized? Why do you want to organize people’s homes? Can’t people just do that on their own?  

Well, have you ever cleaned your home only to have it in chaos a week later? You ever wondered why? It’s usually because people clean, they don’t organize. Organization is forming systems in the home in order to decrease frustration, save time, and be more productive. People who are organized achieve more personal goals, save more money, and have more balance in their life. Successful people are organized people.  

So, why do I want to do it?  

I have realized that I am a multi-faceted person. I am extremely passionate and always thinking of how I can grow personally. I realized my first dream by becoming one of the owners of Baggage Boutique. Upon, the opening of Baggage we embarked on a venture of helping women by styling their figure. However, I realized  that I wanted to go even deeper. I noticed how much time and money can be lost on being disorganized. I studied how different families functioned so I could learn how to organize homes effectively. Once I started to learn how to develop organizational systems, I wanted to help others. There is such a feeling of release and peace once you have developed systems to keep your home and your family organized. I want to help others get that same feeling.  

So, how can I help you get organized? 

Well, there are many areas to focus on when getting organized. Your time needs to be organized. So does your money, your home, your family, your kitchen pantry, and your mail. It can seem overwhelming at times, but getting organized will do wonders. First we discover your organization style, next we put systems in place in your home, and then we will learn habits & techniques so that you will be more focused, have better direction, and get more done in less time. 

If you aren’t ready to get an organizer in your home, but you still want a couple of organization tips check out my youtube organization videos! www.youtube.com/organizedalaina 

Much Love & Much Order, 

Alaina 

www.beprettyorganized.com  

Alaina J. Fingal  

Professional Organizer 

Pretty Organized LLC  

“We make Organization pretty easy” 

Phone: (504)233-4674 

Email: beprettyorganized@gmail.com 

Website: www.beprettyorganized.com 

 Instagram: @beprettyorganized 

Youtube: www.youtube.com/organizedalaina

Hump Day: Over the Heel

Cut It Out

What’s more alluring than peek-a-boo cut outs of bare skin? You know the look that offers descent exposure and leaves tasteful thoughts for the imagination. Well 2013 promises to grant sultry shoe addicts one haute summer. So by all means show off that dainty foot ink and those posh pedicures as you pedal the pavement in your cut out kicks. From sandals to booties and flats to heels, make sure your footwear is a cut above the rest.

Be cute. Be creative. Be candid. 

Style in a Snap

Be quick. Be cute. Be you!

            

Who says casual can't still look incredibly cute? If you've determined that today is gonna be a denim and white tee kind of day then embrace and rock it to full capacity.

To add a little flair to my look I decided to incorporate a sleeveless open-front knit vest in camo green to complement the earth tones that are in my animal print flats. And what better way to upgrade something basic to brilliant then to add a statement necklace that's adorned with an almost identical print as my shoes.

"Style Is Determined By Me"