One of my favorite Marilyn Monroe films (after Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, of course) is The Seven Year Itch. It’s such a simple film that feels almost like a stage play (probably because it started out as a play). In the…
Archives for June 2014
How to Have a Glamorous Starlet 4th of July
Celebrate 4th of July like an Old Hollywood Starlet with these Glamorous must haves: Wear jewels by the pool like Elizabeth Taylor… bonus if it’s red rubies Have a beach day with a classic one piece suit…. And don’t forget…
Happy National Beautician’s Day
There is one person a Starlet values above all else. A person she tells all her deepest secrets and a person she entrusts with her most valuable asset… her hair. I am, of course, talking about her hairdresser. A true…
Glamorous, Waterproof, Beach Makeup
Some people would never dream of wearing makeup to the beach… but true Starlets know that anytime they are out in public there is a chance of being photographed. That’s why I have created this simple beach makeup look that…
My Dance Recital Weekend in Instagrams
This weekend was my dance studio’s annual dance recital. It is an exhausting weekend where I dance, help out with the kids, and MC the show. Luckily, in all the confusion, I managed to snap a few Instagram pics from…
GlamBurger: BBQ Bacon CheeseBurger
Starlets love an All-American burger…. And she loves anything glamorous. That’s why I decided to glamorize a burger and make it more special. I started with a ground pork burger (I chose pork because I don’t eat red meat and…
My Everyday Starlet Summer Reading List
I have to admit, I have been spending so much time writing that I have been slacking off on my reading. I’ve even made it one of my Summer goals to do more reading. I have so many books (I’m…
Glamorous, Inexpensive, At-Home Spa Pedicure
Summer is coming and that means it’s time to break out the sandals. Having gorgeous feet doesn’t require a lot of time and money. In the latest Everyday Starlet video, I show you how to do an inexpensive, at-home spa…
Starlet Summer Wardrobe Essentials
Every Starlet needs some glamorous basics in their wardrobe. That way they can put together an outfit and look chic at a moments notice. Most basics are year round but there are a few wardrobe stapes that are specifically for…
Glamorous Summer Fragrances
There is nothing quite like the sense of smell. In the summer time, a heavy fragrance isn’t need. Usually a light and floral scent is appropriate. Of course everyone’s body chemistry reacts to different perfumes differently. So the best way…
Retro Recipe Redo: Caesar Salad
There is no salad more associated with Old Hollywood than a Caesar Salad. It was the favorite of many Starlets. It is also a favorite of my Dad, which is why I decided to make it for Father’s Day. I…
Summer Features
It’s so important to have goals. There is definitely something to putting your wishes out in the universe. In the past I’ve let seasons go by, wishing things would happen, but never really making an effort. A few summers ago…