Shay Mitchell & Michaela Blaney

As you all know, Shay and myself are bonified foodies. We are thinking about our next meal while finishing our current one. Needless to say, we are also extremely healthful and try to consume organic, fresh ingredients and avoid the processed and pesticide riden foods. Everything in moderation, they say…

After Shay being back on set, birthdays, events, and our manic lives (and not to mention summer coming in hot), we were feeling sluggish, energy depleted and tired. Our bodies were telling us we needed a reset.

We are not fans of diet fads or crash diets - though I am sure we have tried them all - and trendy eating is NOT our thing. We try to listen to our “food voice” and do what’s best for our body. With that said, we do believe in flushing out the bad with a healthy and monitored “cleanse” to realign our body, mind and soul (it doesn’t hurt our waistline either). With Shay wrapping up the tail end of her travel schedule, I decided to visit our good friend Dr. Bo and get a little head start.

This isn’t a 2-day juice cleanse or a drink water and eat air one either. This certain cleanse is designed to help detoxify and cleanse the blood, intestinal, digestive, organ, lymphatic, cellular and circulatory systems of toxic waste and parasite accumulation and to re-establish good nourishment and keep ones health at a high level.

Body Magic Explained:

The Magic Pack

The advantages of this unique 10 Day-Total Body Detox and 30 Day-Colon Cleanse program are numerous. The three specialized products making up Dr. Bo’s Magic Pak, - Body Magic, Fiber Magic and Colon Magic - enhances the body’s natural process of elimination or neutralization of toxic materials from organs, cells, tissues, skin, bloodstream, and the lymphatic, digestive and intestinal systems. Dr. Bo’s proprietary vitamin, mineral and organic herbal detoxification and all natural fiber cleansing formulas support this process and help purify and eliminate harmful toxins from the total body.

The Magic Pak Components

Body Magic includes 30 pre-packaged packets containing seven unique, “All-In-One”, health formulas, pre-mixed in vegetable capsules, for your convenience. Each packet contains potent vitamins, minerals, enzymes, probiotics, amino acids, bioflavonoids, herbal extracts, whole foods, super foods and an advanced anti-oxidant formula. The program is designed to help detoxify and cleanse the blood, intestinal, digestive, organ, lymphatic, cellular and circulatory systems of toxic waste and parasite accumulation as well as to re-establish good nourishment and keep ones health at a high level.

Fiber Magic Components

Fiber Magic is designed to provide elements that allow the body to cleanse itself naturally of accumulated waste, while providing a measure of good nutrition, essential building blocks for your good health, and natural fiber to the diet. Fiber Magic helps maintain normal healthy levels of cholesterol, intestinal regularity, blood glucose levels after meals and a healthy cardiovascular system.

Colon Magic Components

Colon Magic is a gentle, effective and non-habit forming herbal formula, and is our most popular colon cleansing product. Its a special synergistic formula designed to aid in the cleansing of the liver and lower bowels. This unique combination of organic herbs helps to cleanse, feed, stimulate and rebuild the tissue lining and peristaltic muscles of the stomach, small intestine, colon and gastrointestinal tract. Colon Magic must be self-regulated.

Sounds good right?

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Let's Get Started

Daily Schedule:

Body Magic™

Take 1 packet three (3) times daily, 15 minutes before breakfast, lunch and dinner for 10 days. 

Drink one 8 ounce glass of purified water with the capsules, followed by another 8 ounce glass of water. 

If you skip a meal, take the supplements anyway.

Fiber Magic

Mix 1-3 rounded teaspoons daily in a 10-12 oz. glass of purified water preferably at late evening or bedtime

Follow this mixture with an additional 8-10 ounce glass of purified water.

Colon Magic®

Day 1 - 1 capsule at bedtime

Day 2 - 2 capsules at bedtime

Day 3 - 1 capsule upon rising and 2 at bedtime

Day 4 - 2 capsules upon rising and 2 at bedtime. (ongoing)

This should be self regulated - so long as you are regular, keep it at 2 in the morning and 2 at night.

After the Body Magic 10-day packets are up continue the Fiber Magic and Colon Magic for an additional 20 days.

Now that you know why you should do this, how to do this and everything else, here is the good part: eating.

During the week we are both quite busy so we prepare almost all of this on the weekend and shakes are easy in the morning (as long as you have everything on hand:

Recipes (For all blood types)

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Breakfast Smoothie:

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What You Will Need:

1/2 cup frozen fruit (your choices of citrus, sub acidic, tropical, or melon)

1 rounded scoop of garden of plenty

1 1/2 cups water or coconut water

Blend and enjoy!!!

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Turkey Burgers:

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  What you will need

2 packs of extra lean ground white turkey meat (high quality) (16oz per pack)

2 medium sized zucchinis

1-2 tbsp seasoning of choice (I use Santa Maria from Whole Foods)

1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper

Directions

Heat oven to 350 degrees.  In a large mixing bowl, put both packages of turkey into it with the seasoning and cayenne.

Grate the two zucchinis on the small grate and add to the mixing bowl.  

Using a spoon or your hands, combine all ingredients VERY well.

Spray a muffin tin with non-stick coconut oil cooking spray.  Spoon the turkey mixture into the tin to the top and pat down with the back of your spoon. (should make 12 large or 18 smaller ones).

Bake at 350 degrees for 40 mins depending on the size.

Voila - easy little protein muffins in no time. Have them with steamed veggies or wrap them in lettuce with your choice of condiments and veggies.

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Almond & Zucchini Protein Muffins:

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  What You Will Need:

3 cups blanched almond flour

1/2 teaspoon Celtic or Himalayan sea salt

3 small zucchinis

1/4 cup almond milk

1/4 cup grapeseed oil

1/4 cup agave nectar

3 egg whites

Topping (Optional)

Slivered almonds

Agave

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line mini muffin tin with muffins cups.

In a large mixing bowl combine almond flour and salt, together.

Using the small grate on the grater, grate the zucchinis. In a medium bowl whisk together oil, sweetener & almond milk then stir in the grated zucchinis.

Then mix in the dry ingredients thoroughly.

In another bowl whip the egg whites into stiff peaks & fold into the bread mixture gently but thoroughly.

Spoon the mixture into the muffin tins and bake for 20–25 minutes. Repeat until the mixture is gone!  (Should yield 24 mini muffins).

Once the muffins have completely cooled, place them on a parchment sheet and drizzle some agave over the muffins - then take some slivered almonds and arrange a few on the top and voila!

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BUY THE CLEANSE

This cleanse does nothing but allow your body to reset and feel amazing. After doing this 1—day jump start, (and a little treat or two after), I was ready to do the 30 day trim program with Shay. Agaian, this is more about lifestyle amendments then a diet. You are still consuming, just in a smarter and healthier way.

Read About Dr.Bo 

IMPORTANT NOTE: The information provided in this publication is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your physician or other health care professional. This information should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any health problem or for prescription of any medication or other treatment. You should consult with a health care professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem.

I am a huge fan of the Chris Isaak song wicked games...but bopping around to it makes me feel a littttttttle aged ;) This remix by Native Tongue is the perfect version on electronic, classic and calm.

This mermaid inspired braided manicure looks extremely complicated but it is actually a lot easier to achieve than you'd think! Take a look at our three simple steps to learn how it's done.

Materials Needed:

NCLA "Emerald Bay" (Green Multi Color Glitter Polish)

NCLA "Pick Me Up At Melrose Place" (Purple Polish)

NCLA "Not So Sweet" (Baby Pink Polish)

NCLA "Santa Monica Shore Thing" (Teal Polish)

Seche Vite "Top Coat"

Directions:

On clean and manicured nails, paint one nail on each hand with two coats of your glitter polish and paint the remaining nails with two coats of your purple nail polish.

This step is all about layering your nail polishes. First take your pink polish and paint a line diagonally across the nail from one side of the base of your nail, ending the line about midway to the tip on the opposite side. Repeat on all of your purple nails. Next take your teal polish and paint another diagonal line the opposite way, creating an X with the pink line. You are then going to take your purple polish again and paint a diagonal line directly beneath your first pink line. This purple line layer over a portion of the teal. It's almost as though you are weaving the nail polish like a braid! Paint a pink line directly beneath your teal line, layering over the purple. Repeat this step alternating your colors in the same order until you have created a braided effect over the entire nail.

Since you have layered more polish than you would normally for your manicure, there is probably more texture than usual as well. Your last step, (as always!), is to coat each nail with a super thick topcoat. This will make your manicure last longer and will smooth out any texture you may have acquired while painting. 

Play up with some fun jewels and you will be all set to go for your next music festival or a fun night out!

When I asked for people to help celebrate my birthday by donating to a cause I hold so close to my heart (@somalymamfoundation) and one that makes me the happiest, I couldn’t have fathomed the love and generosity that was received. I am sincerely overwhelmed and grateful for the outpour of selflessness, charity and love for not only myself but to the innocent souls that are affected by sex slavery everyday. Every dollar that came in has made a difference and no donation was greater then the other. We all have our own story and our own situations but to get out of yourself and help another, is something we should all strive to do more often.

On that note, in honor of my birthday month I want to keep the campaign going and not just donate because it’s my birthday wish, but donate because we can make a difference - because it isn’t about me or you - it is about US and making this world a better, safer and happier place.

Mint, Azul, Ocean, Palm - these are all words that come to mind when thinking of our most recent current crushes.  This week has been over the top hectic and calm crystal blue seas and palms waving in the wind have been the perfect mental escape.  

With Shay's birthday the last week and the Coachella crazy, below are a few things that have popped on our radar and made a home in our lives...check it:

Buy it here:

Mint & Gold Wrap Bracelet - The Brave Collection The bracelets say "Klahan" which means "Brave" in "Khmer" the language of Cambodia.  Made in Phnom Penh by a team of fair-trade Cambodian artisans using solid brass, each bracelet is carved and knotted by hand and 10% of the profits are donated to fight human trafficking.

Flannel Shirt - Rails I wear flannels to the gym, day to day and even out for a night on the town - they are the perfect piece to bring an outfit together or add a little extra something.

Ripped Jeans - Blank Denim NYC We are huge fans of Blank Denim as of late.  The fit are fab on all body types and the price can't be beat.  Take this style from simple day to trendy night.

Biore Skincare - Self-heating One Minute Mask In just one minute, this thermal mask warms to open pores, draws out and dissolves 2.5 times more dirt, oil, and surface toxins than a basic cleanser, and rinses them clean away with an invigorating cooling sensation without stripping the skin. Infused with natural charcoal, this breakthrough mask melts dirt and oil better than most masks on the market.

Realbeanz - Coconut Water Iced Coffee Coffee and coconut water? So you're saying it is good for us?  There is nothing better than healthy convenience - and this is it.  Made with hydrating coconut water and a blend of 100% natural ingredients in a flavorful coffee blend...perfecto!

Sugarfina Candy - Faves Bento Box Hello to the cutest packaging in the world!  Good bye thank you, happy birthday or get well flowers - Hello Sugarfina super chic candy boxes.  They also donate a portion to a couple very important causes as well.

Sunglasses - Wildfox Twiggy Deluxe Mirrored lenses with a twist. The bold, thick frames and reflective surface and perfect for festival seasons and a knock-out statement piece.  They also come in several colors.

Gold Gladiator Sandals - Stuart Weitzman With elastic straps going up they legs - these fuss free sandals can be worn to the beach or with a cocktail dress at night.  The price is reasonable for high-end shoes as well so these are a great investment for your sunny wardrobe essentials.

BanTotal - Refresh Cooling Body Wipes These instantly cool hot skin on contact and leave you feeling refreshed. These convenient wipes leave behind a translucent, superfine powder that keeps skin smooth and comfortable, especially after a workout. And with three light refreshing scents—Enliven, Invigorate, and Restore—you can replace any lingering workout smell with delicate, reviving fragrance in a flash.

Cupcake - Baked by Melissa Mint Chocolate Chip These bite sized little morsels are the ideal sugar fix.  Go online and even design your own kind.  They obviously don't last long in our household though - one bite turns to 5!

Tropical Picture - Hotel Azucar Mexico This hotel is everything - with the bubblegum pink accents and white wash structures it is the perfect girls getaway.  Located off the beaten path it is also relaxation certified. 

Powder Blue Handbag - H&M  I bought this in a stone color and have had nothing but compliments from everyone I pass.  Is it Saint Laurent? Is it Celine? NO! It is H&M and perfect for an everyday bag that fits it ALL...this is IT bag approved.

Eyeliners - Nars Larger than Life Long-Wear Ditch the black for a little something fun.  Water an Palm inspired these will add a little something to your usual plain black liner and make those eyes pop!

Eyeshadow - Nars Duo Cream Shadow in Burn it Blue Like the liners, these are great for a little change.  I am used to creams and neutrals and done right, these will brighten the eye with out looking over the top.

As many of you know, my birthday is April 10th- TOMORROW! Every year around this time, I receive literally thousands of thoughtful messages from friends, fans and family alike, all filled with warmth and good wishes. As you might imagine, this kind of outpouring of love and support is very humbling, and sincerely appreciated. 

So, this year, when they bring out my birthday cake, I want to share with all of you what I'll be wishing for, and how you can help me to make this wish come true.

One of the things that is most dear to my heart is The Somaly Mam Foundation (SMF). This is an extraordinary organization that is dedicated to eradicating the trafficking and sexual exploitation of women and girls, and empowering survivors as part of the solution. During the trip that I made to Cambodia, I have witnessed, first hand, the incredible work that SMF does, and it is life-changing for all involved. 

This year, as I celebrate my birthday, I would like to ask all of you to find it in your hearts to give me the best birthday gift ever, and make a donation to The Somaly Mam Foundation. Whatever you can contribute would be greatly appreciated, both by me, and the women and children whose lives you help save.

Click here to go to the crowd rise page

There are other great ways to donate to this extraordinary cause and treat yourself with something beautiful at the same time.  Below are some Somaly related items making beautiful handmade jewelry and giving back at the same time in more ways than one.

Silk Empowerment Necklace:

Slavery survivors often create beautiful works of art as part of recovery therapy. The repetitive nature of stringing jewelry, weaving fabric, and embroidery provides these embattled survivors with a sense of comfort and security in structure and routine, engendering a feeling of pride and accomplishment.. These exquisite pieces reflect the strength, beauty, and resilience of each survivor. Wear yours in solidarity with our survivors, as a symbol of each step they take on the difficult road to recovery. Like the survivors who create these necklaces, each is unique. Color and design vary from necklace to necklace.

Click here to buy one

The Brave Collection:

Each piece in this collection is handmade in Cambodia, providing a job opportunity to an underprivileged artisan, and serving as a token of freedom to dreamers and change-makers across the globe. The signature bracelets say “Brave” in Khmer, the language of Cambodia. With each purchase, a donation is made to fight human trafficking.

Click here to buy one

I want to thank EACH and EVERYONE of you in advance for every penny you have contributed to this cause.  Wether it is $5 of $100 every bit counts.  

On your way to work today forfeit your $5 starbucks latte to help aid a victim with food, shelter and even more.  All of your notes with your donations are truly touching.  I couldn't do this without you guys!

xo

It's back to the grind for both of us and thoughts of travel and venture are in the forefront of our minds.  We keep stumbling across pictures of far off places that make us want to jump into the image and escape to some place magical.

During recent brainstorming and cooking up some inspiration for (spoiler alert!) our new blog design - we have been thinking about everything we love most.  One of those being Shay's love for Italy and the movie, Under the Tuscan Sun.  

With my minor detective skills and the world wide web, within minutes we found we could live out our "own Under the Tuscan Sun life" by renting the actual Villa from the movie itself.

Recently restored and ready for occupants, Villa Laura is located in Cortona, Tuscany.  See the beautiful pictures below and be carried off into the Tuscan Sun with us:

It's a jungle sometimes in the fashion world - so it's key to keep it simple. You can't go wrong with a LBD (little black dress) that has the perfect fit, form and is functional.

By adding the right accessories the LBD goes from drab to fab. Pair a chunky statement necklace with a chic clutch and a simple shoe. Sometimes less is more and in this case it only takes a few items to nail the perfect look.

Spring Break, Coachella, Easter, Spring Blossoms, Spring....just a few reasons to have the perfect mani this month.  Usually we post a step-by-step tutorial from our girl Stephanie Stone (which we will still be doing), but we wanted to switch it up a bit.

There are so many delicious looking colors out right now making it easy for anyone to have the perfect nails, not to mention over the top and festival ready nail wraps to make your mani look like magic.

Check out our top picks below, with a little help from Steph Stone:

Buy it here:

Zoya - Nail Polish in Dot

NCLA - Nail Wraps in Secession Reloaded

NCLA - Nail Wraps in Dunes

Deborah Lippmann - Build Me Up Buttercup

Essie - Nail Polish in Cocktails & Coconuts

Essie - Nail Polish in Style Hunter

Deborah Lippmann - Tip Toe Through Tulips

Essie - Nail Polish in Lapiz of Luxury

NCLA - Nail Wraps in Last Call?... I don't think so!

NCLA - Nail Wraps in Realeyes

Deborah Lippmann - Nail Polish in Blue Orchid

NCLA - Nail Polish in From LA to ANYWHERE

NCLA - Nail Polish in Don't Sugar Coat It!

Estee Lauder Nail Polish in Dilettante

Insta+Twitter: @StephStoneNails shopncla

Food is obviously a passion of mine and Shay's - I am constantly at farmers markets, watching cooking shows, or hanging out with other foodies to discover anything new that is food related.

Introducing: Fermented Veg - best known as kimchi (from Korea) and even more commonly,  sauerkraut (from Germany). Directly translated, sauerkraut means "sour cabbage" - which is exactly what it is.  The sour flavor is a result from the lactic acid that forms when the bacteria ferment the sugars in the cabbage. Cabbage is the main veg used in kimchi and sauerkraut but a variety of veggies are being used for this exceptional power condiment!

Health Benefits

In addition to a tasty sour & salty condiment for meals, the list of health benefits is long - here are some below:

It is extremely high in vitamins C, B, and K

Low in calories 

High in calcium and magnesium

Very good source of dietary fiber

Also a good source of folate, iron, potassium, copper and manganese

Also contains live lactobacilli and beneficial microbes and is rich in enzymes.

High in the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, both associated with preserving ocular health

How to Use it

So after reading all of this amazing information on fermented veg - I am assuming you want to know how you can use it in your meals?  I have actually used fermented veg in or on most things but below are my top uses:

Eggs - Scramble up a a few eggs, toss a little green salad together dressed with some olive oil, lemon, salt and pepper and garnish with a healthy spoonful of my favorite "Four Thieves" fermented veg (pic below).

Sandwiches - Take two pieces or whole wheat sourdough, your choice of cheese, turkey, lettuce, mayo and some fermented veg and enjoy one of the best sandwiches you will ever eat. 

Fish - In a saucepan with a touch of oil, sauté a filet of talapia or sole with some onions, garlic, salt and pepper. Keep over the heat until the fish and onions are cooked through.  Serve with a big farmers market salad and top the fish with some of the fermented veg...UNREAL! (Recipe to follow soon).

Sausage - In a bun or on a plate with some mustard and a healthy helping of fermented veg - spice up it up with some kimchi for a bit of heat.

Salad - Throw the fermented veg on top of any green salad, tuna salad, egg slad, chicken salad...you name it!

Where to buy?

I must admit I am definitely a brand loyalist.  I have tried every single one out there and micro craft food artisans Brassica & Brine have taken the cake.  

Made out of Los Angeles, CA they have won several awards and run a sustainable and local company - We are big fans over at ShayMitchell.com!

They also have three killer flavors: The Original, Kimchi Karma and my favorite "Four Thieves" (that is spiced with sage, thyme, rosemary and lavender).

Some additional brands that are also great are:

Bubbies

Gold Mine

Pickled Planet

Farmhouse Culture

I hope you try this healthy power condiment and we will post recipes to follow next week!

I became one of the 2 million daily Tinder users after living in LA for four months. For those who don't know, Tinder for most people is as a dating app organized by your physical proximity to fellow users. Others, however, would describe it as, "the most entertaining thing to happen to them in 2013/2014." I may be the only person to fall into that latter category but I’m not swaying. Regardless, its model follows the original "hot or not" concept. See a cute guy? Hit the heart icon or “swipe right.” See someone that looks like he emerged from the depths of God knows where? Give him an 'X'. If cupid strikes and you have a mutual attraction, "You Have A Match" which enables you to chat in a text box. A few photos, brief explanation, and possible love interest? How could things go wrong? 

  The true question is: "How could things go right?" with this Go Fish-style dating game. Because although Tinder enthusiasts and optimists claim it's, "basically the same as approaching someone in a bar!" that statement would mean I had willingly found myself in every sleazy club, dive bar, strip joint, anime convention, USC frat party, surfing competition, heavy metal concert, taxi backseat, Coachella tent, hipster coffee shop, D list actor audition, shady restaurant kitchen, and motel lobby that Los Angeles has to offer.

  Tinder is not your cool neighborhood bar unless your favorite watering hole is the godforsaken DMV.

  That being said, this app has brought the world's best people watching to our fingertips. And if all goes "well" (I'll use that term loosely), you can avoid the crowds of screaming people at your local bar/government branch, sit back, and enjoy the show. Tinder hosts people from every walk of life attempting to put their best foot forward; that’s what makes the strangeness of the Tinder community all the more baffling. Here we go:

Photos:

In sum, Los Angeles Tinder is a graveyard for mediocre acting/modeling head shots. But when I'm not sifting through wannabe Pitts and Depps, here's what I see:

The Extreme and Outdoorsy:  Cue skydiving, cliff jumping, surfing, snorkeling, skiing, hiking, marathon running, hunting, weight lifting, fishing, body building, etc. 

The Sensitive:  Pets, babies, children, some dude tenderly holding Grandma's hand, etc. My favorite is when someone shamelessly adds an adorable golden retriever puppy to help get them laid. Jonathan, you're not even in the photo! That's just a cute dog! It might not even be yours! Cut it out! 

The Selfie Pro:  The best is when six photos of the guy's iPhone blocks 75% of his face. I also love selfies taken in cars. It's as if they checked their rearview mirror and thought, "Whoa, whoa, whoa! I look good. Right here, right now. At this red light. Gotta take advantage and snap this."  

TheShirtless:  No explanation necessary.  

The Vague Group Shots:  Oh, you and your twenty identical best friends went to Vegas together? Hope you're one of the ten on the left half of the photo.

The Confusing: ...

The Weapons:  Why so many guns and knives? I really want

The "About Me" Section:

Statement of Height:  Where is the rule mandating these guys have to tell me their height upfront? Who cares if you're "six foot three on a good day?" I'm more concerned about whether or not you're a serial killer.

Statement of Interests:  "Music, movies, friends, beer." Way to isolate yourself from the crowds, buddy! We must really be soul mates if you like those four things. How do you feel about food?

Strange Disclaimers:  I always laugh when it says: "Those kids in my pics aren't mine, they're my niece and nephew." It's even funnier when the guy writes, "niece." and leaves it at that.

Lots of Emojis:  ...

Bizarre Statements:  These crack me up. Why do you feel called to write "recovering asshole" under your picture? "Self-proclaimed bacon enthusiast" / "If you hate Southern people then definitely swipe right so I can tell you to go screw yourself" / "Swag king" / "International playa" / "Here's my Instagram. I definitely won't follow you back." 

And we can't forget the top four Hall of Famers:

"Looking for my Tinderella" 

"Shiver me tinders"

"I thought this was an App to buy firewood." (I have to admit I thought that was funny.)

“Do you believe in love at first swipe?”

The "Chat" Box:

If you share an attraction with someone, your finger accidentally hit the wrong button, or your were drunk Tindering again, you wind up in the highly anticipated chat box. This place is a scary blank slate. How will you proceed? Luckily for us girls, the guys typically initiate.

The Bold:  One guy recently wrote, “you dtf” before anything else. He didn’t even have the decency to add a question mark! (What a tragic day in age where that is my takeaway.)

The Boring: I can only answer so many mundane questions. No, I’m not from Los Angeles. Yes, I like dogs. Yes, I went to college. My favorite color?! Really?

The Bizarre: How did these guys slip through to this stage? Who knows.  (See below ACTUAL messages from my experience).

Moral of the Story?:

Take Tinder for what it is: a melting pot of the boring, the psycho, the funny, the quirky, the hot, the naked, the strange, the killers, the lovers, the drivers, the bikers, the go-carters, the models, the snowboarders, the musicians, the unemployed, the students, the cliff-jumpers, the selfie enthusiasts, the sculptors, the chefs, the strippers, the tattoos, the lawyers, the foreign, the soldiers, the weird, the real estate agents, the cocky, the beautiful, the shameless, the lame, the emo, the drunk, the desperate, the cheaters, the partiers, the nerds, the meatheads, the gym rats, the hood rats, the professionals, the addicts, the wannabe actors, the hunters, the skiers, the sunglasses lovers, the clowns, the shy, the bald, the adventurers, the snake handlers, the artists, the shocking, and ultimately, the entertaining. 

Looking for a Valentines Day manicure but aren't interested in one that involves the obvious red and hearts? Here we will show you how to get this adorably dainty and playful manicure that will be sure to catch your Valentines eye! 

Materials:

Light Pink Polish (Essie "Minimalistic")

White Polish (Azature "Faint White")

Make up Sponge

Nail Glue

Crystals/pearls embellishments in various shapes/sizes

Tiny gold sequins

Piece of aluminum foil

Dotting Tool 

Seche Vite Top Coat

Directions:

On a clean and dry nail plate, paint your nails with two coats of your light pink polish. Allow to dry.

Put a small drop of while polish onto your piece of aluminum foil. Then take your make up sponge and dip the corner of it into your white polish. Lightly dab white polish on to the tip of your pink nails. Work your way down the nail so that the pink and white slowly blend together. This will create a subtle pink to white gradient. 

You are now going to start placing your gems onto the nail.  First dab a small amount of your brush on nail glue where you plan on placing your gem around the tip of your nail. Then using your dotting tool dipped in top coat- pick up and place one of your larger crystals anywhere near the tip of the nail. It can be in a different spot on each nail. Though all your nails will match each other- they don't all have to be uniform. It is fun if all of them look a little unique!  Once you've place your first larger gem, next place a few smaller ones around the first one.   You want the gems to be fuller near the tip and not as many towards the base of the nail. 

After you have placed all your gems fill in any bare spots near the tip of the nail with gold sequins. You can pick up the gold sequins the same way you pick up your gems. (Be sure to use nail glue when setting the sequins the same way you would with your gems and crystals.) You can also place some sequins around the mid section of the nail and more towards the base. This will help give the effect that all the embellishments fell into place! 

Lastly use a super thick top coat to secure all your gems into place. The top coat combined with the nail glue really ensures that all your nail embellishments will last on your nails a long time! 

Insta+Twitter: @StephStoneNails shopncla

Below is a step-by-step on how to achieve my look from the Superbowl weekend.

Hair:

To achieve Shay's glossy, slept- in look:

I began with combing the hair into a deep side part.  

Next, I blew out Shay's hair using Phyto "Volumizing Spray" at the roots and created waves using a 2-inch iron, wrapping hair outside the iron.   

I then wrapped pieces together in rope like sections and let cool (this gives the waves a more natural shape that doesn't look like it came from a curling iron).

Once cool and set (about 10 min) I broke up the pieces using Carol's Daughter "Healthy Hair Butter" to separate hair and give it tons of shine. 

Finish by teasing a section at the crown and spraying with Sebastian "Shaper Fierce" hairspray for long lasting hold.

Hair by:

Bryce Scarlett

@brycescarlett

Makeup:

Shay’s makeup was all based around her deep blackberry lip with other subtle hints of wine hues on the face.  I wanted the focus to be on her lips so we kept the rest of the makeup understated and minimal yet with a hint of definition and color.

I started by using a small amount of Sonia Kashuk All Covered Up Concealer in Sand under the eyes and on any other areas where needed.

Next I applied her foundation with a damp Beauty Blender sponge.  I used the new Nars Radiant Cream compact foundation mixing Macao and Fiji.  

Next I used the Macao (the darker shade) and contoured the edges of her face (temples, under the cheekbones and Jaw) to add dimension to her complexion.

Her brows were lightly filled in using Cle De Peau brow palette #2 just to strengthen her already full brows. 

Eyes:

I started by lining her top lash line with Black Pencil #4 from Armani making sure to fill in-between the lashes.

Next I applied a wash of color over her eye in a Taupe eye shadow, Blondie from Nars.  I started at the lash line and blended it up and out.  

Next I used a deeper Brown matte eye shadow, Bali from Nars and defined her crease.  

For a finishing touch I applied a matte burgundy eye shadow to the outer edges of the eye in a sideways “V” shape and along the bottom lash line to extend and elongate the eye.  

I finished off with Black mascara on the top and bottom lashes.

Lips:

For the lips I applied a deep vino shade using Tom Ford lip stick in “Black Orchid”

Using a lip brush I applied a coat, then blotted the lip with a single ply tissue and reapplied twice more for longer staying power and then blotted again.  

Lastly I dusted on Nars blush in Dolce Vita that slightly picked up the red wine tones in the lip and eyes.  

Then I applied Sonia Kashuk Highlighter stick in Sparkling Sands to the high points of her face (top of the cheekbone, bridge of nose, tip of chin and center of forehed) for a dewy glow.

Makeup by:

Quinn Murphy

This past weekend was the Super Bowl, for whomever lives under a rock and wasn't aware.  For majority of Men, it's the one day of the year to not do anything other than eat over indulgent food, drink copious amounts of beer & spirits and watch football UNINTERUPTED with all your bro's.  For majority of women, it's a live concert!!!!!

For Shay this year, it wasn't JUST a concert, she was in the thick of it all!  DirectTV flew Shay out to participate in the Celebrity Beach Bowl game, among other Super Bowl related activities ahem Jay-Z concert with a appearance by Beyoncé - and of course the Super Bowl itself.

Below is a visual adventure of Shay's Super Bowl adventures in New York City this past weekend:

Aerial view from the plane…can you spot the stadium?!

Getting my hurrrrr done….lots of volume thanks to Bryce - @brycescarlett !

On the Red Carpet wearing Versace to the ESPN party

…and again at the GQ party at The Boom Boom Room!

The ladies and I from the DirectTV Beach Bowl!

Ready…set…go!

Action Shot…gettin' messy!

Duck Face!

Team Blue won!

The Trophy!

Sweet Victory!

My Jersey!

One of my favorite looks thus far…old Hollywood glam at the DirectTV party!

Hova!

With Michelle - publicist and friend!

 …can't….breathe…surprise appearance from Beyonce!

Ready for a night out!

Our tickets to the game in our hot little hands…really cold hands actually!

Seahawks or Broncos?

There are never words to describe the energy at an event like this - a once in a lifetime opportunity!

Bruno Mars obviously KILLING IT!

Got our hats!

We went to sleep that night ready to leave the next morning and woke up to this…stuck in New York for another day...

So what do we do?

Eat, Obviously!