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Just when you thought the party season was over, it’s time to start shopping for the perfect prom dress!  There are many styles to choose from, floor-sweeping gowns, halter styles, strapless or short prom dresses. A great way to make the process less stressful is to stay within your budget, and lucky for you, you won’t find a shortage of affordable designs.

With all of the dancing that you will be enjoying with your friends, you should consider a prom dress with a shorter hem to prevent any missteps or unexpected tumbles.  A gorgeous organza dress with a halter style on top is a great choice for hitting the dance floor while looking like a princess for your handsome date. If you are looking to grace the event with long flowing dress, a dress with a high low hem style to give your look the best of worlds. A one-shoulder chiffon dress with a beautiful flair in a gorgeous jewel tone will make all heads turn as you make circles around your friends.

A printed prom dress or floral pattern will keep your style fresh for Spring. Look for vibrant colors, such as fuchsia, or fun prints like turquoise multi prints, and you will rock your prom as a night you’ll never forget!

Hello my wonderful readers! I just wanted to let you know that I will be testing a new Babyliss Pro hair dryer over the next couple of days.

I will post a review of the hair dryer and my experience using it.  Babyliss Pro offers some of the best professional hair dryers available on the market. With their Nano Titanium technology, these powerful hair dryers provide outstanding material for your hair to withstand heat and are quick-drying tools for you achieve effortless style.

Come back here next week for my assessment on the hair dryer’s performance. The hair dryer is being sent to me courtesy of Image Beauty, an online retailer of beauty supplies, cosmetics and hair products.

Actress Kate Bosworth loves fashion and jewelry as much as any fashionista! Realizing that most quality jewelry was too expensive for our budgets, she decided to create affordable jewelry pieces that can be part of your everyday collection. With her best friend and stylist, Cher Coulter, Bosworth launched JewelMint as an exclusive website for members to buy affordable jewelry.

New customers will be directed to a style quiz to help provide insight of your favorite fashion styles. Each month you will receive an email of your recommended pieces, which are available for you to browse. Your personalized showroom includes beautiful necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings. For a small monthly fee of $30, you get to choose a new item from an inventory of looks which reflect your personal style.

I recently received one of my selections, the Bossa Nova Earrings, which are wonderful accessories for the summer. The hoop earrings are artistic but simple, with their touch of gold metallic thread and colorful design. I can wear these with most of my summer tees and denim shorts, as well as my favorite sundress.

Check out JewelMint and start your collection of beautiful jewelry!