I know what you are thinking. Vicky, the Golden Globes are long gone. So what? Who cares! Yes, that is what I say. I say it is no too late to get that Golden Globes style incorporated into your wardrobe, hair and makeup style. In fact, I recently wrote a piece all about it for Social Moms. Go ahead, it's a fast read and yet so informative. I get it. You're busy. You want pretty pictures. You want links and an overview of all that I said. Ok, that's fine. Here it is easy. Quick and to the point is your Golden Globe Style cheat sheet. Red Lips: We need them. No more nude shades this year on the red carpet. It was all about various shades of gorgeous red. From poppy to Bordeaux to classic red as seen on celebs like Kerry Washington and more. These are my favorite red … [Read more...]
Stay Fueled for Fitness
Since July I have been pushing harder to get back into running and more regular workouts, basically being fueled for fitness. It benefits everyone in my family, trust me. I wrote this post over at Social Moms to help get me into the swing of things. What do you do to stay motivated and fit? Don’t let the summer schedule derail your workout or quest for fitness. Stay focused and motivated all summer long with these great tips that will have you ready to workout, hit the gym or power up that DVD first thing in the morning or anytime of the day. New playlists, workout buddies and just-bought fitness attire are all excellent ways to motivate you to move. But when they stop working, try these small tricks and tips of the mind to get you moving. Busy Bees We are all super busy … [Read more...]
Who Wears Shorts?
With summer winding down, I'm taking some time to step back before we head into fall. It's the perfect time to let you in on some of the places I write in order to make a living. One of those spots is, Social Moms, where I write about fashion and fitness a few times a month. Shorts Style by victoriamason featuring cuff shorts The Case for Summer Shorts Who wears short shorts? Not many of after the age of 30 and that is perfectly acceptable. By this age we know what works, what doesn’t and how to work it. Unless you have mile-long gams and are super fit, short shorts no longer make the “to keep” list when cleaning out our closet. So what’s a woman to do when the summer sun shines? Break out the shorts, of course. We’ve got the lowdown on the best shorts for you that … [Read more...]
A Few Favorite Fashion Bloggers
Each week I dispense fashion, beauty and fitness advice over at Social Moms. I realized last week as I was going over ideas for my column that I have never written about fashion bloggers. Trends, colors, ways to wear particular pieces or best bronzer for summer have been done. What better way to celebrate and highlight some of my favorite reads each week? Create a piece about them beyond my own blog. Fashion Blogger by victoriamason featuring ASOS From Maria Jose to Jo-Lynne and a few others in between here are just a few of my favorite fashion bloggers who almost everyone can relate to, learn from and love. Read on! My head is always in the fashion game. When I’m not working on my own weekly posts and link ups I’m looking to a handful of bloggers for … [Read more...]
BUSTED! Beauty Myths Exposed
It is time to fight back against the damage that winter waged with its war on your skin. Now is the time to seize the spring day and bring on some beautiful renewal with your skincare routine. Find out what is true and what is a downright lie when it comes to taking care of your skin. It’s a beauty myth smack down! True or False? Your Clarisonic brush is your exfoliating BFF. Want the answer? Read more on my Social Moms post. And to kick the weekend off right I'm including some of my FRIDAY FINDS True&Co. Bra of the Year + 40% Off Select Styles! The bra that Marilyn Monroe made famous is having its moment once again! The Balconette is True&Co.'s Bra of Year! And for good reason! Truthfully, the balconette is almost too pretty to cover up with … [Read more...]
Glam Girl Gifts
Glam Gifts for Her by victoriamason featuring Stila Natasha Bubble Bib Statement Necklace/Galaxy Unicorn Earrings/Hair Chalk/Bauble Bar gift card/Stila New Year's Eve Glam set/Enamel Flower Bangle/Ted Baker Faux Fur Trimmed Gloves/Alexa Chung Nails 'Fabric Effect'/Hair Color Chalk 'Energy' The holiday season is nearly upon us and everywhere I look people are freaking out about it being December. There are cards to send, desserts to make and gifts to buy. Everyone wants to be heartfelt and find just the right present. I get that. Some of the hardest people to buy for are fashionable friends. The ones who always have just the right accessory or the latest nail color adorning their fingertips. What do you buy for the person who is always on-trend? My finds will help you … [Read more...]
Running = Freedom. Steps to Better Running
This is what I feel like when I run. It is a feeling of freedom. I take notice of the world around me when I'm not whizzing past it at the speed of light. I feel exhilarated when it is done, that it is done and I lived to run another day. That my body is strong enough to do it and love it. It brings me back out for another run. And this is what I actually look like. … [Read more...]
Is a Mud Run For You?
Mud Runs by victoriamason on Polyvore Last week, I wrote an fitness post about mud runs on Social Moms and a few days later I was asked if I wanted to talk further about the topic. Typically, the answer would be no. As many of my friends have waded the muddy waters and climbed over walls I have stayed away from such runs. The idea of having to pack extra clothes, and basically scale a wall or submerge myself in mud as I belly crawl under wire did not appeal to any part of me. … [Read more...]
Where’s Mummy? Not at Game 2
I can tell I'm stressing out about the next week or so because I'm dreaming about things like heading to Game 2 with Sarah in an ancient VW bug. Did I mention that we have seats right behind the glass and just as we are headed to the deserted theme park where the game is being held (naturally) we lose the tickets out the window and drive into a ditch? Of course we do. Swampy, muddy mayhem ensues. We never make it to the game either. I don't even know who won. Can I call this a futuristic dream if this game hasn't even happened yet? I need some bourbon. The bottle should be this big- Sarah is clearly impressed. So while I'm freakin' out over dance costumes, deadlines, rehearsals and things that really shouldn't matter (like making cupcakes for umpteen-time rain-delayed soccer game and … [Read more...]
Where’s Mummy?
It has been busy here. Per usual, right? I mean there are three kids under six in this house and there's work, the laundry monster, life and all the phone calls, doctor appointments and trying to decipher the best course of action we need for The Fifth Element (how about a new name?). It may seem like I'm not here much but it is because I'm also over at these places. The DC Moms and fall trends I adore. … [Read more...]