Regency Beauty Institute

Regency Beauty Institute in Minneapolis has recently gone through expansion. The institute was established no less than 50 years ago, with more than 80 campuses across 19 states.

Hayes Batson, the institute's president and CEO said that they are looking forward to introducing their one-of-a-kind approach to cosmetology education to new markets. The campuses at Regency Beauty Institute are just like real high end salons, which offer many benefits to its students and the public.

Part of the students' training include offering high quality salon services at discounted prices to the public. Of course, these students are supervised at all times. Graduates from Regency Cosmetology Schools are highly sought after and recognized throughout the country.

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Fashion Friday #25 - Adele Rocks in Black Dresses

I love Adele! Love her style and everything about her, except maybe, the fact that she smokes. Anyway, here's a post dedicated to Adele and her fabulous little black dresses.

Adele has sported these gorgeous black dresses at the MTV Video Music Awards, 2012 Grammy Awards, and the recent Brit Awards 2012. I love how she looks classy and elegant in black. Black is always in!

Adele in long, black dresses at the 2012 Brit Awards and 2012 Grammy Awards

Adele in short, black dresses at the 2012 Brit Awards and MTV Video Music Awards

I love the lace details on her dress, and how she looks good in long, flowing dresses and also in shorter, cocktail dresses. I think she looks fantastic. She makes me want to buy and wear a black dress too.

I've picked a Polyvore set of Adele, made by jacobs-lc-dash. Thanks for letting me feature your set! :)

Adele by jacobs-lc-dash featuring satin handbags

Source: http://www.refinery29.com, http://www.spinner.com

Rock the Sidewalk with Women's Express Jeans

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Express. All opinions are 100% mine.

I love jeans. I have been a loyal fan of jeans since I was a teenager. Until now, I almost don't wear anything else but cute tops and jeans, until I found out that I look good in some dresses too.

Jeans are also big in the movies and every tv series I love. In Pretty Little Liars, we see Aria, Hanna, Spencer, Emily and even the boys rock it in denim. The hotties Jensen Ackles and Jared Padalecki wear jeans all the time on their hit tv show, Supernatural, and don't make me talk about how stunning Bones' Angela Montenegro looks in her slim-fitting jeans and knee-high boots. Just gorgeous!

If you're like me, who enjoys some online shopping, you will be able to find some nice jeans at Express. I love Express jeans, especially their jean leggings and wide leg jeans. I am bottom heavy, so skinny jeans would look unflattering on me. Flare jeans are great too, but I don't really fancy them.

Colored jeans are cool too! Think red, grey, or even turquoise jeans! You can get these and more gorgeous women's jeans at Express. While you're at it, I'd like to invite you to join Express giveaway. They are giving away 50 free pairs for you to rock the sidewalk with them. How awesome, right?

So which jeans do you love and why? I'd love to hear from you.

Now who wants a free pair of jeans?

New Express Spring Women's Swimwear

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Express. All opinions are 100% mine.

Spring is very near and it's getting warmer! What else do we need during spring and summer? Swimwear! Go ahead and "Dive into the season's sexiest swimwear" with Express today!

I love the new Spring women's swimwear collection at Express. There are many colors and styles to choose from, and they are all gorgeous. I love bikinis in bold colors, such as regal purple or hot magenta. They're eye-catching and very pretty!

The gorgeous swimwears have designer details such as flirty ruffles, glam beaded embellishments, and metal hardware. Go for bright solids, on-trend graphic prints, and even reversible swimwears so that you can have two designs in one piece. Looking for something different or daring? Go for monokini or sexy string bikinis!

While your browse Express, be sure to sign up for Express e-mail for a chance to win ONE of TEN $200 Express gift cards. How's that to start your spring? Sweepstakes end on 21 April 2011, and don't forget to read the sweepstakes rules!

Guys, you can sign up too and win the $200 Express gift card for your girlfriend. Gals, there are also swim shorts for men if you fancy shopping for your man. So go and visit Express today and shop!

Who is Gal Gadot?

Gal Gadot is an Israeli model and actress. She was the winner for Miss Israel 2004 and represented Israel at the 2004 Miss Universe pageant. She's also probably best known for her role as Gisele Harabo in the movie Fast & Furious (2009).

Gal Gadot also plays Lisa in Entourage, and the role of Olivia in The Beautiful Life. She recently played Natanya in Date Night (2010), and had a small role in Knight and Day (2010).

Gal Gadot will be reprising her role as Gisele Harabo in Fast Five (2011), which will be released on 29 April 2011 in the USA, right before Gadot's birthday on 30 April.

I'm not sure if this girl can act, but love her look and love her gorgeous skin! Totally stunning.

Who is Astrid Berges-Frisbey?

Astrid Berges-Frisbey or Astrid Bergès-Frisbey is a Spanish-French actress, born 26 May 1986. She is also a model, and she has been modelling for French Connection. Her movie debut was in 2008, in the movie Un barrage contre le Pacifique.

She will also be seen next in a romantic French movie called La fille du puisatier (The Well Digger's Daughter), a remake of the French 1940's movie. She will be playing the role of Patricia Amoretti, opposite Daniel Auteuil,Nicolas Duvauchelle and Kad Merad.

Astrid Bergès-Frisbey will be playing Syrena the mermaid in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (2011), alongside Johnny Depp, Penelope Cruz, and Sam Claflin.

What the Hell - Avril Lavigne (Live on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve '11)

Just listened to this song today, and I'm back to lovin' Avril. Love love love her!

The Canadian singer-songwriter, fashion designer, actress and philantrophist will be releasing her latest album, Goodbye Lullaby on 8 March 2011. The album will include 14 tracks, with Alice as the 14th (hidden) track.

The album will also include Black Star, a track that she wrote when she was in Malaysia while she was on tour.

Check out Fergie in the vid! Enjoy!

Who is Teresa Palmer?

Teresa Palmer is an Australian actress, born on 26 February 1986. She has been seen in The Grudge 2 (2006), December Boys (2007), and as Violet Nottingham in Bedtime Stories (2008).

Teresa Palmer also modelled for Australian jean store, Just Jeans, and became the face and spokesperson for Jurlique cosmetics. In 2009, she formed a film production company called Avakea Productions, along with fellow Australian actresses, Tahyna Tozzi and Nathalie Kelley.

Last year, Teresa Palmer had a role as Becky Barnes in The Sorcerer's Apprentice, alongside Nicolas Cage, Jay Baruchel, Alfred Molina, and Monica Bellucci.

We'll be seeing more of Teresa Palmer's pretty face in I Am Number Four, which will be released on 18 February 2011, and also in Take Me Home Tonight, scheduled for release on 4 March 2011.

Teresa Palmer and Alex Pettyfer in I Am Number Four (2011)

Teresa Palmer is currently filming Say Nothing (2011), opposite Joel Edgerton, Antony Starr, and Felicity Price. She will also be seen in 2012 in Mad Max: Fury Road, opposite Charlize Theron, Nicholas Hoult, Zoe Kravitz, Riley Keough, and Adelaide Clemens.

Fashion Friday #24 - Celebrity Pixie Haircuts

I've always been envious of women who can pull off pixie haircuts, or rather those who are brave enough to have their hair cut that short.

I've compiled pics of my favourite celebrities sporting the cute, super short pixie cut. Contrary to popular belief, pixie cuts are not only for women with a certain face shape. Women with all types of face shapes, be it oval, heart, round, square or angular can definitely pull this look.

However, the length of the cut and how you style it determines how it will look on you. A pixie cut will surely makes your eyes pop, especially on a sleek-back pixie cut. You can use hair products such as styling cream, gel or pomade to keep your pixie cut in place.

 

What I like most about pixie haircuts? It's totally manageable and easy to style!

Fashion Friday #23 - Dress Like Dr. Spencer Reid

Geeky style has never gone out of fashion. If you ask me, I'm all for geeky fashion. Nowadays, you can dress geeky and chic at the same time.

I've been watching Criminal Minds from the earliest to the latest season, and my favourite character, Dr. Spencer Reid (Matthew Gray Gubler) has never failed to look so geeky good. For men, dressing geeky has never been easier.

Men's cardigans, collared button-down shirts, sweaters, sweater vests and trousers would look geeky chic. Classic and retro patterns in neutral colours such as khaki, grey, white or light blue would work well for the look. Always tuck your shirt in, and wear slim neck ties.

Accessorise with nerdy glasses, like black horn-rimmed glasses donned by Dr. Reid. I love his sunglasses too!

Bring around geeky props like a messenger bag filled with books and notes, and stick a pen in your shirt pocket. There you go!

Fashion Friday #22 - Get Katherine Pierce's Southern Belle Look

Katherine Pierce is a character played by actress Nina Dobrev on CW's The Vampire Diaries. The show is currently at it's second season, and Nina Dobrev's vampire character, Katherine Pierce has been getting a lot of attention.

I know I wrote a post way back in May about Katherine Pierce vs. Elena Gilbert, but I just cannot help it. I particularly love her Southern Belle look. I love the dresses and accessories, and I think Nina Dobrev plays Katherine very well.

Southern Belle dresses are huge and heavy, although nowadays, the dresses may be made with lighter materials so that they're easier to wear. They're available at various costume stores. You can also learn to make your own Southern Belle dress.

Essential accessories for Southern Belle include choker necklaces, mesh gloves, hand fan, and on a sunny day, a wide hat and a parasol. Victorian ankle boots complement the whole look, and typical Southern Belles have long, elaborate curls adorned with flowers, lace, and ribbons. You can get wigs with curls too, if you prefer not to have your hair curled.

Not too late to get this look for Halloween, don't you think?

Image source: The CW

Fashion Friday #21 - Dress Like Katy Perry for Halloween

Selena Gomez has confessed that she'll be dressing up just like Katy Perry in California Girls, blue wig and all! I think Selena will definitely look great, but perhaps not with the whipped cream bikini top.

 

From Katy Perry's early look, which was all vintage, sexy pin-up girl, to still sexy but more futuristic and daring tight mini dresses and short skirts, you bet they all look great to sport this Halloween.

Go for themes like Vegas casino just like Katy Perry did. These would look great especially if you're going to a themed Halloween party. It's also excellent for casino themed bachelorette parties.

If looking overly sexy is not your thing, you can still dress like Katy Perry. Invest on loads of bright, bold accessories. Think fun, kawaii and quirky but not childish.

Have fun this Halloween!

Fashion Friday #20 - Dress Like Taylor Momsen

As much as I love how cute Taylor Momsen looked when Gossip Girl first started back in 2007, I love her current grungy style.

 Taylor Momsen's sweet early Gossip Girl days

This rocker chic has been seen sporting a lot of black eyeliner and black clothes numerous times, and some may say black is boring, but I beg to differ. I have always been a fan of black clothes, although I currently try to buy and wear other colours as well.

 Taylor Momsen's two different rocker chick looks

The rocker chick look has been around since forever, and we've seen Courtney Love, Avril Lavigne and even Demi Lovato sporting this look. The easiest way to sport a rocker chick look is by wearing faded or torn jeans with a t-shirt of your favourite rock band.

 Taylor Momsen in a long coat (left) and in a black jacket (right)

Wear a jacket if the weather permits, and a pair of dark sunglasses completes your look. You can wear grey with black, or replace black with dark grey for a cool fall look. Tights or leggings are optional, but wearing a plain black pair of leggings will give you a more polished look than wearing leggings with patterns.

 Taylor Momsen on the Gossip Girl set

 Taylor Momsen doing the boho look (left) and in a mini dress on the Gossip Girl set (right)

Taylor Momsen does the boho look quite well. I love her boho look in the pic, and she still manages to look like a rocker chick with her dark aviator sunglasses.

Anyway, I'm not trying to suggest that teens should dress 100 percent like Taylor Momsen because you might end up looking cheap and skanky if it's not done right. However, it'll be cool to sport some of her rocker chick look. Maybe pick up some ideas of what to wear for the upcoming Paramore concert?