by admin | Oct 6, 2023 | Beauty, Fashion File, Girls Day
Are you curious about lash extensions? I was, but I had a lot of questions about them. How long do they last? Will they look unnatural? Will they fit in to my active life? That’s why I went to Vanity Belle Beauty Boutique and asked them all my questions and then decided to go for it. Merielle from Vanity Belle did the honors. Visiting Vanity Belle in itself is a pampering experience. Tucked into a quaint and pedicured space in Costa Mesa, you feel like you’re stepping into one of your favorite Pinterest boards. Champagne is one of the main decor themes and the entire boutique is dripping with soothing grays and soft white. They offer an array of beauty services aside from lash extensions like blowouts, makeup, mini-facials, waxing and bridal services. Merielle offered me a strawberry-infused cold glass of water before our one and a half hour session began. She would proceed to adhere hundreds of tiny lashes to my own lashes. Using medical-grade adhesive it is a time-consuming process (when done right) and surprisingly relaxing! She told me many of the gals who come in for extensions (or fills) fall asleep during the process — thinking of it like a little respite from kids or their hectic life. Eyelash extensions should last for 2 - 3 weeks if taken care of properly — no oil-based products or mascara (which you don’t need anyway). After they were applied Marielle took time to go through with me all of the care instructions and even gave me a little brush to keep them tamed. I honestly was SHOCKED and the...
by admin | Sep 7, 2023 | Charity
For the month of September The Habit Burger is hosting its very own Hatch Chile Festival. If you’re hot for the southwestern pepper you’ve got to try all three. The Habit brings out the flavor and heat of the New Mexico-born chile with a variety of creative items. First to the plate is the Hatch Chile Charburger ($4.95). The Habit combines grilled Hatch green chiles, melted cheese, fire-roasted chipotle salsa, tomatoes, lettuce and mayo on a toasted sesame seed bun. Next up, Hatch Chile Chicken Sandwich ($6.95). This yummy offering includes lime-marinated, chargrilled chicken breast with grilled Hatch green chiles, melted cheese, fire-roasted chipotle salsa, tomatoes, lettuce and mayo on grilled sourdough bread. Lastly is (my favorite) the Habit’s Hatch Chile Chicken Salad ($7.25). That same marinated chargrilled chicken breast but this time on top of hand-cut greens with feta cheese, diced tomatoes, carrots, black beans, chargrilled sliced Hatch chiles and fresh cilantro, tossed in our house-made cilantro lime ranch dressing. The Hatch Chile Festival will be offered for a limited time — through September. When you’re at The Habit this month don’t miss this offer that benefits No Kid Hungry. Donate $2 at the time of purchase and receive this coupon for a free Charburger on your next visit ->> I know! Great deal for a great cause. For more info on this offer, go to The Habit’s website, here. Thanks for reading, Suz Moshenko Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window)MoreClick to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to...
by admin | Sep 6, 2023 | Fashion File
Summer may be over but in Orange County we still have some of our best beach days of the year ahead of us. Look the part with this cute Beachy Top Knot. Meghan from Vanity Belle Beauty Boutique shows us how to get this look in just two minutes in this video ->> Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window)MoreClick to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new...
by admin | Oct 14, 2023 | Fave Five
5. Caffe Lucca Located in beautiful Old Towne Orange, just a few steps away from the historic Plaza Square and Plaza Park. The decore and style is inspired by the small Italian town of Lucca. The gelato is a must try, but it’s really the cappuccinos that keep me coming back. Website: http://www.cafelucca.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cafelucca Phone: 714-289-1255 Address: 106 N Glassell St., Orange, California 4. Cafe Calacas This is definitely for the hipster in you. I’ve been drinking Mexican cafe de olla since I was a kid; now, thanks to the whole hipster movement it has become somewhat of a thing. This is my favorite Mexican Cafeteria in Orange County. My favorites here are the Horchata Latte and the Mexican Chai. Website: http://www.cafecalacas.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Caf%C3%A8-Calacas/200081063387724 Phone: 714-662-2002 Address: 324 W 4th St., Santa Ana, California 92701 3. Lost Bean This comfortable little coffee shop is located right off Newport Avenue. The coffee is delicious and the atmosphere is very calm. Whether you enjoy the indoor or outdoor seating, you’ll feel right at home. Website: http://www.thelostbean.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lostbean Phone: (714) 544-2584 Address: 13011 Newport Blvd., Ste. 104, Tustin 2. Kean Coffee For the Coffee connoisseur, there is Kean Coffee. It specializes in fine organic and fair trade specialty coffees from around the world. Being from Colombia, I can really appreciate the freshness and professional roasting. Website: http://www.keancoffee.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeanCoffee Phone: 949-642-5326 Address: 2043 Westcliff Dr. Suite 100, Newport Beach, California 1. Portola Coffee Lab At number one coffee shop in OC, I’ve got the 2015 Roaster of the Year, Portola Coffee Lab. It has the word Lab in the name...
by admin | Oct 6, 2023 | Uncategorized
SWEEPSTAKES OFFICIAL RULES NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER THIS SWEEPSTAKES. Winner will receive one set of eyelash extensions from Vanity Belle. Winner is responsible for traveling to and from Vanity Belle to receive the service. Consumer Disclosure: The odds of winning a prize is based upon the number of eligible entries received. Vanity Belle Boutique is the sponsor of this giveaway. Sweepstakes Period: Starts 2 p.m. October 6, 2016, and ends on October 20, 2023 at 12 p.m. Entries are accepted via a Rafflecopter form appearing on OC Foodie Fest’s website and Facebook page. Entries made outside of Rafflecopter will not be accepted. (Including blog or Facebook comments.) One winner will be chosen randomly and notified via email that day. Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window)MoreClick to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new...
