Now You Can Try On Makeup With Rimmel’s New “Get The Look” App

Charlene Harreveld 12/30/2016 Comments Off

Rimmel Get The Look App

If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me what lipstick or eye shadow I was wearing when I worked as a model, well, you know. I remember scouring fashion magazines for hours and ripping out pages of the latest haircuts and makeup trends. It was part of my job to always be on-trend.

That was two decades ago.

It’s difficult for me to keep up with makeup trends now, but thanks to the new Rimmel Get The Look App, my life just got a whole lot easier. I don’t have to look through magazines anymore or waste money on products that I only use once. With the Rimmel Get The Look App, not only can I try on makeup on my phone or tablet, but I can also “steal the look” from the looks I like on models in magazines.

Snap a photo of a look you love.

Try on the look with your phone or tablet and buy the recommended Rimmel products directly from the app.

It’s easy to fall into a rut and keep the same hair and makeup style year after year after year. I experienced this when I worked as a model because I had a certain look – fair skin with short dark hair and red lips – and clients booked me and expected me to show up looking like that. It’s been difficult for me to make changes, even subtle ones. However, now that I have the Rimmel Get The Look App, I can experiment with different looks before I buy.

I need a change! Now that I’m older (yuk) I don’t feel comfortable wearing red lipstick every day. It doesn’t really seem appropriate for grocery shopping. I’ll be trying the Rimmel Get The Look App to experiment with different shades of blush, lipstick and liner.

My eyebrows need serious help, too. Ugh! The Rimmel app arrived at the perfect time for me.

Rimmel is giving away a $500 Visa gift card and $100 worth of product when you download the app, steal someone’s look and snap a picture of yourself. Enter to win here: http://bit.ly/2gxE

Oh, and here’s a peek at my modeling look:

Download the free app and let me know what you think!

Thank You, Rimmel and SheKnows for sponsoring this post.

Save 25% on MAC Gift Sets at Nordstrom.com!

Charlene Harreveld 12/19/2016 Comments Off

Save 25% on MAC Gift Sets at Nordstrom.com

You guys! Out of all of the special offers I’ve shared with you in the past, I’m most excited about this one! From now until December 26th, you can save 25% on Mac Gift Sets at Nordstrom.com!!!

For the past 25 years or so, I have worn MAC makeup exclusively. I’m often asked what color lipstick I wear. It’s MAC Cherish Lipstick and MAC Subculture Lip Liner. When I want a darker look, I just use MAC Spice Lip Liner with the same MAC Cherish Lipstick.

Check out these wonderful MAC Nutcracker Sweet Gift Sets!! I have to tell you that I have NEVER seen MAC on sale anywhere, ever, so be sure to take advantage of this sale NOW. I’m so happy that the brush sets are on sale. MAC brushes are the best!!!

Can you tell how excited I am????!!!!!!!

Guess what? FREE SHIPPING, too!!!!

Click HERE to shop MAC Gift Sets at 25% off, or click the images below for the direct links!!!!

Bronze Pigment & Glitter Kit:

Sweet Warm Eye Shadow:

Basic Brush Set:

Mineralize Brush Set:

Sweet Red Lip Kit:

Nude Patent Polish Kit:

Smoky Eye Kit:

Seriously, buy them ALL!! NOW!!!!!

Apparently, according to their website, you still have time to order and receive it by Christmas Eve!!! Yea, Nordstrom.com!!

Family Christmas Cards

Charlene Harreveld 12/15/2016 Comments Off

Family Christmas Card Ideas

I guess it isn’t surprising that family Christmas cards are really important to me. Even though I struggle to come up with family Christmas card ideas, I love sending and receiving cards every year! I’ve been sending cards every Christmas of our married lives…next Christmas will mark the 30th! The list has changed over the years and new friends have been added. I used to meticulously make each and every card myself by hand, but like the saying goes, “the shoemakers children never have shoes.” As eWillow.com has grown, I’ve spent tons of time creating cards for others and although I still make our cards, they certainly aren’t as elaborate or as creative as they used to be. But I guess the point is that I still send our family Christmas card every year, and I hope you send cards, too. Isn’t it fun to go to the mailbox every day this time of year and see hand-addressed envelopes? I love it!

Here are some of our Christmas cards from over the years.

We didn’t start doing a picture every year until Adrienne came along. The first year, she was the only one in the picture, and the year after that is when we started including a family picture every year. It has become so much easier over the years to take the picture. It used to be the worst day of the year with all of the chaos, but as I look back on these family Christmas cards from over the years, I’m glad we never broke with tradition.

And with that, I’ll now go and have a panic attack and obsess over finding our cards from the missing years. Where did I put them?!

(Send me an email or leave a comment to put in your order for your cards for next year! I start making them in the summer, hence the saying, “Christmas in July.” Now I know what it means! 🙂

…and the hits just KEEP on comin’

Charlene Harreveld 12/02/2016 Comments Off

Gilmore Girls Revival

I just can’t bring myself to write my thoughts about the Gilmore Girls Revival on Netflix. It’s too soon. But I promise you, it’s coming one day. That show has had such an effect on our family. I have to keep verbalizing, “It’s NOT real. It’s just a show.”

Yesterday, Erica and I both had very exciting things happen to us concerning Gilmore Girls. It’s unbelievable, really. Continue reading →

Beautiful Shoes from Who What Wear for Target

Charlene Harreveld 12/01/2016 Comments Off

Shoes Who What Where Target

You guys! Hurry and buy these shoes from Who What Wear for Target NOW! Can you even stand how cool they are????? All of the shoes are way under $50 each. I want them all!!!! Just click on each picture for all the details!!

The styles are trendy but the great prices make them a fabulous buy and a must for your wardrobe, even if you live in sunny south Florida like I do. Why should we deprived of wearing cool boots just because it’s 85 degrees outside every day, right? And for those of you who live where it’s cold right now, go for the open-toed shoes! Why not??? Have fun! Embrace life! When you’re on the dance floor, DANCE!

Velvet textured paisley embossing, luxe colors, and metal trim along the heel! Details HERE.

It’s all about the details, from the vintage-inspired ankle strap to the modern block heel. Pair these with your favorite cropped trousers or midi skirt. Details HERE.

Ankle boots are one of—if not the—most coveted shoe trends of the moment. Detail about these tan micro suede booties HERE. Available in other colors, too!!

Velvet block heel with ankle tie • Ankle ties provide versatility to tie in several different ways The rich jewel tones of these block-heel sandals will give any neutral outfit the pop of color it needs. The sophisticated texture and ballet-inspired ankle tie make them a must-have for your next party. Available in other colors, too! Details HERE.