AXE Buzzed Look Cream + SPF 15: Review and Giveaway!

Y'all know military-inspired fashion has been hitting up the runways, but the trend isn't exclusive for women's fashion - men can get in on it, too!  And what look better exemplifies the military trend than a buzz cut?  However, this low-maintenance style can leave the tops of guys' heads exposed to harmful rays from the sun, leading to sunburning and peeling - which is not comfortable or attractive.

That's why AXE introduced one of its newest products to hit the market: Buzzed Look Cream + SPF 15.

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I'd rather be swing dancing

Not gonna lie...I felt like swing dancing in this outfit.

But, alas, swing dancing was not on my schedule.  Instead, I went to class and took a test.  A long test.  Meaning I wrote for 2 hours and 20 minutes straight and experienced intense hand cramps.  All in the name of education, people.

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And comfort was its name-o

You might not be able to tell by my outfit posts, but I am an avid pajama lover.  Homework, cooking, cleaning, and general lounging around the house usually call for big t-shirts and a pair of cotton undies - pajama pants if I'm in the mood.  Comfort always takes the cake when I'm in the privacy of my own home.

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Scallops

I absolutely adore scallop details in clothes, and what's more fun than injecting some fun summer colors with pretty, feminine details?  I've never dared to wear a top and bottom that have scallops at the same time, but do you think it works?  Would you wear this kind of look?

Everybody, Everywear: I love me some thrift!

There are a lot of blogger-rallying, participatory-style thing-a-ma-bobs out there, and I'm careful not to jump on the bandwagon of too many.  I don't ever want to feel like I have to link up or be super committed - I like to participate when I feel like it.  That being said, when I saw that the newest rendition of Everybody, Everywear was featuring thrifted items, I decided to join in on the fun.

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Time in Florida

Most of my pictures from my time at Disney World and throughout Florida are of my niece, Keira.  To be honest, the last thing on my mind was taking outfit photos of myself - I was really just enjoying time with family.  The photo above is one of few pictures that I'm in - I had to get one in front of the castle with my Caleb!  We had a terrific time, and I know Keira made some great memories.  What better way to spend your fourth birthday?!

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Bloggers do it better: Maxi skirt...and a revelation

If you would have told me a year ago that I'd be wearing a maxi skirt, I would have politely told you that you were crazy.  I used to think that maxi skirts were reserved for the 5'11 girls of the world who had no worries of their hip sizes.  I'm 5'6 with an ample derriere and what people tend to refer to as child-bearing hips, so I would have left this trend to the tall and flawlessly-proportioned.

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TruLuxe Jeans giveaway winner

The winner of the TruLuxe Jeans giveaway is Val Fox from A Texan Odyssey!  Congratulations Val, and thanks to all who entered!

Scarf swap

I'm officially back from vacation, and what better way to get back into the swing of things than with a swap?!

I participated in a blogger scarf swap put together by the ladies of The Concrete Catwalk, Kendi Everyday, My Edit, and Kansas Couture.  I was paired up with the lovely Meggy of Chasing Davies.  See which scarf I sent her and how she styled it here!

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Missing the pups

Today is the last day of my vacation...which means I get to see my girls tomorrow!  (And my husband, of course.)  :)

I'm still on vacation, but I can assure you (even though I wrote this over a week ahead of time) that I'm probably so anxious to blog that I'm bursting at the seams!  In the meantime, here's an outfit post...just for you.

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A visit from A Texan Oddyssey

Tribal Chic by ValFox featuring sleeveless tank tops

Hi guys this is Val! For my ideal summer vacation outfit, I put together a look that would work for sightseeing at the coast or meandering through a theme park. A tribal tank paired with denim Bermuda shorts is both comfy and modest. (No booty shorts please! What is with those??) I went with mustard gladiator sandals for a pop of color, and a tooled leather cross body bag to keep your hands free for eating an ice cream cone or for holding on for dear life during a roller coaster ride. (You might want to eat that ice cream AFTER the ride if you're the queasy type though!) As for accessories I kept the earrings simple so as to not compete with the rest of the outfit, and chose a set of chunky bangles in complimentary colors for some arm candy. To finish off the outfit we have a cute pair of aviator sunglasses, which is a must have where I live under the bright Texas sun. Now I don't usually mix brown and black, or my metals, so this outfit would be pushing my fashion boundaries somewhat. I think I'm willing to try it though. How about you?

Val Fox

A Texan Oddyssey

Multipurposing

While on vacation, you can bet I'm using my flat iron to touch up wrinkles on my clothes!  (Suitcases aren't very wrinkle-proof.)  I've been doing this since high school, but this website offers up a lot of great, unconventional ideas for items in your bathroom.

Giveaway: TruLuxe Jeans

As promised, it's time for another giveaway!

This time, you have the chance to win a pair of Venice Bootcut jeans, courtesy of TruLuxe Jeans!

TruLuxe Jeans got its kick-start in Fall 2010 by Dallas-based designer Nancy Bolen.  The line was launched in response to a lack of stylish, youthful jeans that fit missy sizes.  It's no secret that you can't wear junior sizes forever.  In fact, I stopped long ago.  Although junior denim still appeals to me aesthetically, the fit just doesn't work.  I've struggled in many a-dressing room with the super low hip-huggers with little room for my hips and thighs, and I know I am definitely not the only woman who's faced this problem.  I need a more mature fit, but I don't think I should have to sacrifice style.

Luckily, neither does TruLuxe.  The three "ingredients" of a pair of TruLuxe jeans are comfort, fit, and bling.  According to Bolen, "TruLuxe Jeans are luxury without limitations!  The ultimate crossover jeans with a

modern missy fit that not only gives the look of wearable art but also feels great and moves with your body all day long."  The embroidery and added bling are tasteful and trendy, and you're sure to look and feel fashionable and confident in a pair of well-fitting, comfortable jeans - no need to hike them up all day!

The Venice Bootcut jeans (pictured above) usually retail for $98, but you can win them for free!  TruLuxe is offering up a pair in any size between 6 and 14 to a U.S. resident.  Not your size?  These jeans would make a terrific gift!  Wear them yourself or share with a friend or family member, but don't miss out on this giveaway!

To enter, follow Splendiferous Inclinations via Google Friend Connect, Bloglovin', or Networked Blogs, and leave a comment letting me know how you follow.  It's that easy.

Want more chances to win?  You may do the following for extra entries:

a) Follow me on twitter: jessicamarie626

b) Tweet about this giveaway with this statement: I just entered the TruLuxe Jeans #giveaway at Splendiferous Inclinations! @jessicamarie626 http://bit.ly/eId0V5 (you can do this once a day for extra entries!)

c) Mention this giveaway on your blog, and comment with the link

d) Add a Splendiferous Inclinations button to your blog (they can be found here)

Note: Please leave a separate comment for each entry.  Additional entries without SEPARATE comments will not be counted.

The giveaway will end Friday, July 15 at 10:30 a.m. central time.  A winner will be chosen using a random number generator and will be announced later that day.

TruLuxe is launching a new website, so be sure to stop by and check it out!

http://www.truluxejeans.com/

Water marble manicure

Check out this great tutorial!  I can't wait to try it on my nails!

Happy Independence Day everyone!  (And happy birthday to my niece Keira and my husband Caleb!  I'm enjoying time with them at Disney World right now!)

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Independence Day at Disney World

I am so excited to be spending Independence Day at Disney World!  We're going for my niece's birthday Golden Birthday - she'll be four on the fourth.  (Little bit of trivia: Caleb's birthday is also July 4, so he'll get to celebrate his birthday at the happiest place on earth, too!)

Independence Day at Disney World by jessicamarie626 featuring canvas slip on shoes

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John Frieday giveaway winner!

Here are the results of the random number generator:

And the seventh entry was AubreyLaine!  Congratulations!

Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway!  I had a couple of people submit entries incorrectly, please always make sure to read the instructions carefully!  I ask for a separate comment for each entry because then I automatically get a comment count, which is more reliable than me going through and counting everything on my own.  Also, entries sent by email are not counted either.

If you're bummed about losing this giveaway, stay tuned next week!  I'll be hosting a giveaway courtesy of a Dallas-based jeans designer!