The Pampered Princess

Who couldn’t handle a little glamor in their life?  I’m not talking about going all out.  The glamor I am referring to involves simple things you can do here and there to add a little glamor, sparkle, or *sizzle* to your every day life. 

 I like to do this by adding something with a little sparkle to my every day attire.  Whether it’s a pair of star-studded over-sized sunglasses or a shirt that sports a little splash of sequins, I like to add a little pizzazz here and there.  I may carry a sparkly bag or upgrade my pedicure to include the little flower with the sparkling flower.  It can even be as simple as sparkling body lotion to give my skin a shimmery glow or glistening deodorant. 

It is important not to go overboard, or take to a higher level of tacky.  The point isn’t necessarily for others to see and appreciate the glamor.  This is ALL ABOUT ME, really.  It’s a self-pamper of sorts.  :)  I am in touch with my inner diva even if nobody knows but me!

Passion’s Every Day Glamor Items:

• Jergens Soft Shimmer Skin Radiance Moisturizer
• Clairol Herbal Essences Shimmery Nights Spray Gel (for hair)
• Secret Platinum Clear Gel Berry Sparkle Deodorant
• SuperModel Shimmering Fragrance Mist by Victoria Secret
• Fossil Sunglasses (studded with sparling faux gems)
• Sequinned anything (tank tops, purses, flipflops, t-shirts, etc.)

Gift It!

I think you could have fun with this one, by making someone “diva for a day.”   You could put together a collection of glamorizing items.  Some can even be silly.  What a fun gift for a girlfriend who’s knocking on that next decade of her life.  The price-range can be managed by the items that you add.  Keep it simple with sparkly lotion and sunglasses, or go all out with an entire collection of items.  You could even include some glamorous diva slippers and a pair of silky pj’s.  If you find something a little bazarre, it might make for even more fun! 

Coffee - it’s not just for breakfast anymore!  If you enjoy the scent of a steaming cup of coffee, then do yourself a favor.  Take the time to savor the aroma and the flavor.  Whether you enjoy the coffee at home or at the local coffee shop, you can always find new ways to enjoy this old favorite. 

Here are some of my favorite coffee treats: 

• Coffee made with freshly ground flavored coffee beans
• French Vanilla Creamer (Coffee Mate has a nice version of this)
• Southern Butter Pecan Creamer (there is nothing like it!  Again, Coffee Mate)
• Starbuck’s Vanilla Latte, Mocha Latte, Cinnamon Latte, Caramel Lattte (They even have a ’skinny’ version!)
• Starbuck’s Vanilla Steamer (The “un-coffee”, a perfect calming, sweet, hot beverage for an evening treat)

I love to enjoy my coffee in an oversized mug, preferably in my flannel pj’s curled up in front of a good movie next to my sweetheart.

GIFT IT!

Gifting this one is a no-brainer.  Starbuck’s gift card - bada boom bata bang!  You’re done!  If you want to foo-foo it up, you can always put the card in a cute cup or a gift basket with other compliments, such as biscotti and swizzle sticks.