Posts Tagged ‘Holidays’

I hope all of you had a great Christmas! I enjoyed the time spent with my family. This year we did something a little different. Instead of our usual Secret Santa game, we decided to donate the money we would spend on a gift to a charity. This year we chose St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. It is such a great feeling to give to those who truly need. We also played a w game that is new to me called the white elephant (click the link for directions because it is too much to explain lol). We definitely had a lot of fun Sunday night. My niece said this was fun I can’t wait until next Christmas lol. Kids are too cute.

Ok so let’s get to business. I was really indecisive about what to wear. I had about four different looks planned in my head but nothing came together, so I just ended up wearing a dress that I recently purchased from searsStyle (check the post).

I paired it with a pair of color-block heels from Material Girl because my dress has hues of blue throughout the design. It was an unusual match, but I think it came together pretty well.

I paired it with a blazer from Charlotte Russe and jewelry from a random store in the Jewelry District. I wore my favorite tights, Hanes Silk Reflections Black Out Opaque tights that I received from Kitty Bradshaw’s Meet N’ Tweet.

I created this photo with this app on my iphone. I’m addicted! lol

Here is a close up of my shoes

Here is a pic of my siblings and niece

I so want to steal my sister’s stockings! I would wear my niece’s skirt too, I was able to fit it lol (sad I know, but I love sequins). I love shawl collar sweaters and my bro got a little fancy with the canvas closure.

I also promised you all a snapshot of my holiday mani. Well here it is

It is pretty simple. I used red Zoya nail polish on all fingers except my pinky, which I chose to paint a silver glitter. As for the designs, very simple- white, sliver, green, and gold stripes (Christmas colors) and white and silver stars.

Well that’s it for me folks! What inspired your look this Christmas?

 

From our families to yours, we want to wish you a very Merry Christmas! We hope your day is filled with lots of love, peace, joy, and happiness! Cherish this time with those you love! Have a blessed day!

From the Her Goody Bag family to yours, we want to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Enjoy this time with family, friends, and most importantly FOOD!

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·      Liquid Eyeliner in metallic copper with a precision felt tip brush.  #19, $11.00

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·      Lipstick offered in two new shades of the pearl formula with modern frost texture.  #276 and #277, $12.00

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INGLOT Company was established over 25 years ago by Wojtek Inglot, a young chemist working at that time in R&D department in a pharmaceutical company.  His principal objective was to produce high quality products at fair and reasonable prices, using only the best possible ingredients and raw materials from the most reputable suppliers. Wojtek Inglot is still directly involved in the formulation and design process of all new Inglot products. All Inglot cosmetics are produced within the European Union and 95% ofthem are manufactured in our own state of art production facilities. We workwith make-up artists and colour consultants to bring the latest trends in colour, texture and form to the market. We are constantly developing new products and have just launched the world’s first ever Breathable Nail Enamel ensuring better health care for nails whilst enhancing their beauty. Our unique Freedom System allows customers to experiment with countless shades and colour combinations of different face products, giving them the opportunity to create their own customized colour palette. We are present in 280 retail locationsworldwide.

Merry Christmas to you all. May you enjoy this day with great family and friends. Remember the reason for the season. This is the season of giving so you can give material items or just your time and love. What ever you decide to give, do it with love.

So once again Merry CHRISTmas!

 Yes I am back in action and I appreciate all of your patience. So this post is for people who want a little inspiration for their look for Christmas dinner. So here are a few looks for you guys! Tell me what you think. 

This look was created for the host. If Christmas dinner is being held at your house, you must dress the part of the elegant host. The dresses are chic and very comfortable. 

Some people may not be going to a fancy/formal dinner. Maybe they just hang around the house with family and friends playing games, watching sports, and eating food. Well these looks are casual yet stylish.

The last set includes looks that are not too dressy or casual. They are the perfect balance. These looks are great if you are going to dinner with your significant other and his family especially. You show that you have style and class at the same time. Some women do not know how to achieve that balance and end up looking a little trashy for grandma, so these looks are definitely appropriate.

Chic Christmas

Chic Christmas by Her Goody Bag featuring tall heels

CLICK ON THE IMAGES FOR A LISTING OF THE ITEMS USED IN EACH SET

Christmas is quickly approaching and I decided to feature more than one drink for Thirsty Thursday. Here are some really festive holiday drinks and also novelties all courtesy of www.whattodrink.com

Candy Cane Shot Glasses (Edible)

 

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Tis the Singin Sangria

sangria

Ingredients

1 cup Cabo Wabo Blanco Tequila

1 Bottle White Wine

1/2 can Frozen Cranberry Juice

1 cup Raspberries

1/2 cup Orange Juice

1/4 Lime Juice

1/4 cup Sugar

1/4 cup Orange Liqueur

1-2 Lemon

 Method

Add the white wine, tequila, orange liqueur, cranberry concentrate, orange juice and lime juice to a large glass pitcher or bowl. Stir in the sugar until dissolved. Place raspberries in a small bowl and mash with spoon. Stir in the mashed raspberries. Refrigerate overnight, to let the flavors soak into the Sangria. Serve over ice. Serves 4

Mexicabo Hot Chocolate
mexicabo

Ingredients

1 1/2 pz. Cabo Wabo Blanco Tequila

4 oz. Hot Cocoa Mix

1/2 oz/ Coffee Liqueur

Whipped Cream

Method

Pour all ingredients into a coffee cup. Stir well. Finish with dollop of whipped cream. Servings: 1

Holiday Peppermint Martini

martini

Ingredients

5 oz. vanilla Vodka (Stoli)

2 oz. white creme de menthe

1/2 oz. Peppermint Schnapps

Method

Pour all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a candy cane

Holiday Punch

holiday-punch

2-48 oz. (1.36 L) cans pineapple juice

1-40 oz. (1.14 L) bottle cranberry juice

2-750 mL bottles soda water
1 litre strawberry, raspberry or lime sherbet

Method

In a punch bowl, mix juices. Pour in soda water. Top with scoops of sherbet.

Makes about 16 1-cup (250 mL) servings.

For an individual cocktail, add 1½ oz. of vodka

 For more ideas go to www.whattodrink.com

So this is just a quick post to show how a few of my looks from Thanksgiving and the weekend. I spent Thursday at my cousin’s house like I’ve been doing since I was a baby. I wore a cream puff sleeved shirt, winter shorts, burgundy knit vest, brown tights, and brown boots on Thanksgiving. I originally wanted to wear my sweater dress, but I chose not too and went with the shorts instead.

My sister wore a black sweater dress, fishnet tights and black boots.

A few family photos (that’s my mom in the middle, cousin up top, and niece at the bottom)

Friday night my alma mater (Lincoln University) and the National Pan-Hellenic Council (Divine 9 Black Greek Organizations) sponsored a toy/book drive and bowling party. I went just to socialize, see a few familiar faces and my sorors and frat brothers, definitely not to bowl lol. So I wore a black sweater dress, leopard tights, black riding boots, and a teal cardigan to make the dress more casual.

Oh and I did my faux-natural hairstyle and everyone loves it! I only do this hairstyle when I don’t feel like going to the hair salon. It is a little difficult to maintain because my waves/curls drop quickly, but I’ll figure out a way to keep this do with as little maintenance as possible.

 

I want to wish all of my HGB readers and their families a happy thanksgiving! This is the time to give thanks for family, friends, health, and much more.

I want to especially thank you all for supporting me and my vision for Her Goody Bag. Enjoy this day full of laughs, love, and great food!

-Janique

Thank you to all the men and women who have fought for this country and our freedom.

We appreciate you!

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