Brown pants, black shoes

I realize I’ve avoided talking about my wardrobe on Going Girly so far. I’m mostly just overwhelmed with the scope of the situation. I’ve got loads of jeans that don’t fit right, shoes that are so worn they should be tossed, and shirts that are *almost* flattering. I promise a blog on that is on its way.

In the meantime, I’ve got a nagging question. I have two pairs of chocolate brown pants I love, one dressy, one casual. I don’t have brown shoes that really go with them, aside from sneakers, so in the past, I’ve paired them with black tops and black boots. Yet, at some point I remember hearing that I shouldn’t do this.

So, what should I do? Buy brown shoes? Buy totally different shoes? Keep on mixing the two colors?

I searched the web and found arguments on both sides. The best advice seemed to be along the lines of, “If someone’s going to criticize you for wearing black and brown together, then she has no life.”

What do you think?

July 25, 2008 | Filed Under Blog | 8 Comments 

Lash Curling How-To

Today I talk about how to create perfectly curled lashes, without any pain.

Recommended Product:
shu uemura Mini Eyelash Curler $17


Going Girly: Lash Curling How-To from Melanie Orndorff on Vimeo.

July 15, 2008 | Filed Under How-To | 4 Comments 

Sephora Heated Lash Curler

Today, I review Sephora’s Heated Lash Curler. The verdict? Don’t do it.


Going Girly Review: Sephora Heated Lash Curler from Melanie Orndorff on Vimeo.

July 14, 2008 | Filed Under Reviews | 2 Comments 

Teeth Whitening with Rembrandt 2 Hour Whitening Kit


As I ease myself into the girly lifestyle, I’ve started to become more aware of the maintenance routines I haven’t started. I cut my hair only when it’s absolutely necessary. I never get manicures. And I rarely worry that my teeth aren’t white enough.

A recent visit to my dentist got me thinking about that last one. As always, I got the pitch for the latest dental procedure that would knock my socks off. This time, it was teeth whitening. Now, I can’t bear the thought of spending close to a week’s salary for teeth a few shades brighter… but I could consider a home whitening option.

At the drugstore a few days later, I swung by the toothcare aisle. I’d used Crest Whitestrips years ago, probably after facing a similar pitch from a dentist, and had pretty decent results. Who wants to wait 2 weeks for sparkly teeth, though? The Rembrandt 2 Hour Whitening Kit was similar in price, but oh so appealing in time savings.


The Rembrandt whitening kit aims to provide a luxury tooth care experience at home. The instructions - carefully typeset and printed on quality paper - even state “… you are about to embark on the short journey of whitening your teeth.” I waste no time preparing for my voyage by changing out of my pjs and into something slightly more presentable.

The tooth whitening process begins with the task of molding two plastic trays into an imprint of your mouth. A quick dunk in hot water is enough to soften them, and I found it pretty easy to shape them to fit.


It got even easier from there. The whitening procedure involves filling the trays with one-use capsules of whitening gel, waiting 20 minutes, rinsing, then waiting 10 minutes before starting all over. I completed my two hours of lather, rinse, repeat; looked in the mirror; and saw…

No change.

I swear, my teeth are the exact same shade they were before the 2 hours and approximately $30. The steps were so simple and clearly spelled out, I can’t think of what I might have done wrong. Maybe I have different enamel than others? Maybe I drink so much Diet Coke there’s no turning back? Either way, I can’t recommend Rembrandt for anything other than possibly creating a fake mouthguard to wear to your next boxing class (and even that’s questionable).

Ratings
Ease of use: 9 out of 10
Girly results: 1 out of 10
Worth the money: 1 out of 10
Worth the time: 1 out of 10

Overall rating: 1 out of 10

July 7, 2008 | Filed Under Reviews | 2 Comments 

My New Addiction (Hint: it’s on TV!)

I’m embarrassed to admit it, but I’ve been procrastinating on blogging by watching TVLand’s She’s Got the Look. I’ve never been one for the modeling reality shows like “America’s Next Top Model,” but I am so hooked on the characters in this show. Maybe it’s that they’re women over 35, so they’re much more grounded. Maybe I’ve just gone a little too girly.

Check out the site for previews, info, and even full episodes. (I don’t have cable, so you know I’ll be logging on).

Anyone else watch this show, too?

July 1, 2008 | Filed Under Blog | Leave a Comment 

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