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10 QUICK + HEALTHY SNACKS FOR A BRIDE ON THE GO

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Planning a wedding can get pretty crazy. Between dress fittings, taste testing, meetings with the wedding planner and dance practice with the choreographer- the schedule of a bride-to-be can get pretty hectic. 
Sometimes with so many things to do, it's easy to forget to eat. But, not to worry. Here are 10 of our favorite quick + healthy snacks that you can bring with you while you run your bridal errands:

1. Sliced organic apple with natural peanut butter

2. Hummus with raw veggies (broccoli, carrots, sugar snap peas, etc)

3. Half peanut butter and all-fruit jelly on Dave's Killer Bread

4. Handful of almonds and cranberries

5. Small green salad with light dressing

6. Two hard boiled eggs with Kashi crackers (dash of salt, pepper, hot sauce)

7. Plain flavored soy or Greek yogurt with fresh fruit and sprinkling of walnuts

8. Sliced banana with dollop of peanut butter (Tami's early morning pre-workout fav)

9. Smoothie (toss in what you like... a banana, some kale or spinach, fruit, greek yogurt) Here's a yummy recipe for a Strawberry Banana Oatmeal smoothie from Love Grows Wild. So good!

10.  Whole grain egg tortilla wrap (scrambled egg, feta cheese, green onions, roasted veggies of your choice or avacado, green salsa)
What are some of your favorite healthy snacks for on the go?

GUEST POST: 3 STEP MAKE-UP TIPS TO LOOK AMAZING IN PICTURES

A few months ago celebrity hair + make-up artist and owner of Tabiba Styles, Abibat Durosimi shared her wedding day beauty tips and trends for the season with us. Today, we're really excited to welcome Abibat back to share her 3-steps to a flawless make-up application that when done correctly will leave any bride looking absolutely amazing in pictures. 
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Hello Future Brides - When it is not in your budget to get a professional make-up artist for your wedding day, sometimes it is up to you to be camera ready for your unforgettable wedding day. Here are 3 steps to make sure that you look radiant on your special day.

STEP 1
Do an at home facial a few days before the wedding. Exfoliate and moisturize and make sure to use products that fit your skin tone. Product suggestions: 


Dry skin - Olay mild cleansers are great for dry skin. Try the Olay Skin Smoothing Cream Scrub to deeply hydrate and moisturize your skin or the Olay Pro-X Hydra Firming Cream which helps to optimize elasticity and firmness by plumping and locking in moisture.


Combination/Oily Skin - The St. Ives Fresh Skin Exfoliating Apricot Scrub deeply cleans your face and instantly leaves skin smooth and glowing. When using these product don't forget to moisturize.  I reccommend using the Olay Complete All Day Moisturizer With Sunscreen SPF 15 Combination/Oily Skin.

Women of Color - The AMBI skin care line Even & Clear works wonders! It helps even out your skin from dark spots caused by acne prone blemishes while moisturizing your skin.




If you have any blemishes or your skin is acne prone, find a professional Esthetician or Dermatologist depending on the level of your skin.

STEP 2

To be HD camera ready, before applying your makeup use a primer/base to moisturize and protect your skin. Products Suggestion: 


The SmashBox Photo Finish Foundation Primer creates a perfect canvas for foundation application. (Use before applying your foundation). The Urban Decay Original Eye Primer Potion is great! Apply it before your eye shadow for a more vibrant crease free color that will last for 24 hours!







STEP 3
By the time you have completed step 1 and 2, your are ready for makeup application. Use cosmetic lines that compliments your completion. If your wedding ceremony is outside during the day, I suggest going for soft light colors on your eyes and using a brown tone for eyeliner and mascara. After applying your makeup use one of T.S. Faves - the Urban Decay All Nighter Long Lasting Make up Setting Spray that will give your makeup some serious staying power.



*T.S. Tip* If you're taking your wedding photos during the day try a dark smoky eye. This will give your eyes depth and give the illusion that of "endless" eyes. At night, contour your face and highlight your t-zones to create dimensions for a evening shoot. 




Need help highlighting and contouring? Or help creating the perfect wedding day look?

Book with Tabiba Styles! Not only do they offer classes where they can teach you how to apply make-up but, you can also book Tabiba Styles to do your hair + makeup for your big day!

Phone: 571.882.2422
Email: TabibaStyles@gmail.com


LOCAL & FABULOUS: MARRY ME!

Hey brides-to-be and wedding lovers! Are you looking for a little wedding inspiration? Well, we have the perfect local & fabulous event for you!   


Marry Me! is an interactive and educational wedding event that you won't want to miss!  It's more than your traditional showcase of wedding vendors showing their services, it's a fresh, new perspective on design and planning!

 Featured Events:

-Wedding Cake & Tabletop Showcase - see 70+, fully constructed, wedding cakes including their own inspiration board and floral, displaying the talents of coordinators, floral designers, event producers, and cake artists.

-Wedding Planning Educational Seminars - listen to professional advice from industry experts, helping start the nearly wed off on the right foot as they embark on the planning process. Learn how to book vendors, plan a stress free event, and more!

-Live entertainment, TWO fashion shows and a designer charity gown sale!
The Deets: January 25th 12-4pm & January 26th 10am-5pm at the Embassy Suites Portland Airport

Will we see you there?

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