OK- now that summer is here- how can we look and feel great in the summer heat?

Hair. Oh the dreaded hair. My hair will frizz with the slightest of humidity. Some people are lucky enough to just let their hair dry and get beautiful natural curls. Flat irons are usually work well with me-but my hairdresser Carly, will have my head when I come in with about a thousand split ends. Some people look great with cute headbands and other clips to keep them cool. I usually look like I rolled out of bed when I attempt something like that. I also love the gals who look just adorable when they throw on a baseball cap. I look like an overweight boy when I attempt this look. Bottom line for me- Spring to get your hair blown out or fry hair with Flat iron-

Next-

Fashion. Dress cool. Best bets are camisole tops, cute sun dresses, and shorts. Never let them see you sweat, so make sure the fabric is breathable and you are comfortable. I am always fascinated by the people who live in hot climates like Florida. When I am visiting- I will see women, looking so chic, with long sleeves and long white pants in the supermarket. I on the other hand, will be barely wearing a tank top and flip flops- and I will be dripping from the walk from the car. Going out- I love to wear "dress" shorts and strappy sandals. I bought a few dresses this season- but I seem to be saving them for some reason. I also think you need to wear "cool" colors- whites, light pink, yellows... Oh how I miss wearing black in the summer! Bottom line- Wear less, bring layers- get a few cute wraps, sweaters etc. if you get a chill in a restaurant or movie theater.

Skin. I have just started doing this again. I am using toner after washing my face. I am even using it when I come in from a long hot sweaty day for a quick pick me up. You can even store your toner in the fridge for an extra cooling effect. It really seems to be making a different with my skin. I usually feel my pores getting clogged as I sweat! Make sure you wear your sun screen too this summer. Bottom line- Keep your skin clean and pores clear after you are in the heat and humidity.

Makeup. this one is tricky- like the hair, You may have good intentions when you are getting ready, but something happens as soon as you leave your house. I would apply a full face of makeup and sometime around 1:00pm I will look like a wet rat. Since starting Loose Lips New York, I have found a few tricks of the trade. Waterproof items are awesome. I am a huge fan of Indelible Gel Eyeliner and Waterproof Mascara for these long, hot days. Use a setting spray after applying your foundation for long lasting staying power! Tan? Just brush on some bronzer for a refreshing glow. Also keep makeup light- don't go too heavy on the eyes. Swipe a a shimmery gloss and you are ready to go. Bottom line- Less is more. Use what you need and try long lasting and waterproof products.

OK- I better go get ready to go out now-

Sherry B.

Do you ever receive those emails asking you to fill out about a thousand questions about random things about yourself? (Yes- Dana, Marianne, and Linda are notorious for sending these to me). Why do I fill them out? Because one question will say "Who is most likely to reply?" and if you write my name- I feel obligated to reply. If you do not write my name, I feel I need to "prove" to you that I am a willing participant and will fill out the ridiculous questions. So here is a "mini" version. Feel free to share and now you will not need to send me more questionnaires to fill out.

Favorite Season: Summer read past blog for more info!

Middle Name: Arlene- Yes my mother, to this day, will tell you what a beautiful name Sherry Arlene is. I do love the middle initial A- which she should have stopped there.

Biggest Pet Peeve: Mean/nasty people who tell you how nice they are. Second runner up: people with a nervous laugh- so they laugh when you tell them something serious- AAH!

Favorite Quote: "Forgive and Remember" (Taken from my dear grandmother). Second favorite quote: "Shoot me in the heart, not the back" (Taken from my twisted brother).

What I do EVERY night: Besides take off my makeup, wash my face and remove my contact lenses- I do at least one Sudoku Puzzle every night. Though my husband does not like my method of doing it- I usually do an "Evil", but will do "Hard" if I am very tired.

My Biggest Collection: I have an excessive Black shoe collection followed closely by a large Jeans collection. Close runners up: Black Workout Pants andCosabella Panties.

Favorite Food: Pizza, anything with bread and cheese. BTW food I would never eat- Bologna.

Favorite Drink: Diet Coke, followed closely by coffee and white wine. So Coffee in the am, Diet coke in the afternoon and wine at night!

Favorite Movie: Love Actually, Life is Beautiful and When Harry Met Sally.

Worst Movie: Speed Racer

Places I want to visit: Italy and Turkey.

Place I do not want to visit: Disney World- sorry Stacey.

What Makeup I can't Live without: Lip Gloss, Mineral Foundation, and my Brow Quad.

What I love to do: Going to the beach; spend time with friends; laughing and talking.

What I hate to do: Cleaning; Flying; Being in crowded places.

More Makeup: Indelible Gel Liner in Ivy League- I can't stop wearing it.

Most Recent Goals: Clean out my home and get organized; grow my business; Begin co- hosting Pod Cast with my Gal Pal Ebony.

Friends Most Likely to read this: Stacey

Friend most Likely not to read this, but say that she will: Barri

Well, I think you now know enough about me- Feel free to copy and paste to all your friends!

Sherry B.