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Save the Selfie! How You’re Causing Water Damage to Your Phone in Your Car

Arianne SuggsUpdated on August 14, 2015August 14, 2015Leave a Comment

In these modern times technology is all around us in order to make life easier and smoother. Often times, especially here in the states and our hometown Los Angeles we literally live in our cars. To get anywhere we need them and when weather is an issue we are glad to have wheels.

Nevertheless, as nice as zipping around town on fours is, having a phone seems to be the pinnacle of life. It’s the mode to have instant communication with friends or family, direction mapper, selfie taker, data analyst, document creator and list goes on and on. However, these two awesome inventions can prove to be deadly when combined.

Dun… Dun…. Dun! Well, it will only be a scary situation if you allow it to be. What some ladies and gentlemen are not aware of is that they are causing water damage to their phones while in their cars. How is this happening?

Have you ever gone through a drive thru and ordered a drink and put said drink in a cup holder? Most of us have its what the holder was designed to do. Moreover, once that drink has been finished you may toss it and place your phone in the very spot it the drink had been located. The leftover condensation from the drink can seep inside through the charger port and wreak havoc.

It is like taking your phone and dropping it in its own little pool. Keep your phone safe by waiting for your cup holder to be dry or use napkins to speed up the process. You may also consider finding a different spot in your ride for your phone to chill at while you man the controls. Therefore, be careful with how you treat your phone in your auto and live to take another selfie.

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Lifestyle

Instagram Selfie Tip

Alicia Suggs June 29, 2015June 29, 2015Leave a Comment

We all have about a 100 selfies in our phone from that day that we thought we looked extra fly. Then we try to recreate that same amaziness and we just come out looking like something from outerspace. Well here are some Instagram selfie tips that will always give you that perfect shot.

To get that powerful picture just don’t look at the lens, but see through it. See what kind of makeup works best for you; make your eyes look big, fresh, and beautiful.
Bring about a spirit of playfulness to your selfie. The picture must be fun and not uptight.
A good selfie needs good lighting so search for the most flattering light

Beauty

How to Take a Great Photo

Arianne SuggsUpdated on May 29, 2015May 29, 2015Leave a Comment

Alright ladies we have all summer to get you prepped for next school year’s picture day or if you just want to look fierce in your summer selfies and pics with friends you are going to want to keep reading! Some find great anxiety in taking photos whether for a very specific reason or just for kicks. However, there are a few things you can do to look more flawless.

1. Dress Accordingly– It can feel like one big fashion show on Instagram and Tumblr, but remember it is about you and not everyone else. Wear clothes that fit well and that are not too busy. That loud geometric print ensemble may look a little messy in a photo, remember that less can be more and streamline.

2. Check Yo’ Self– You would not believe how many times that hair can mess up an otherwise “perfect” photo. Always look yourself over or have a trusted friend check you out and fix accordingly.

3. Stay Up– Avoid the dreaded double chin look in photos by keeping your head up.

4. Beat the Jitters– If you tend to get nervous and look like a deer in the headlights try thinking happy thoughts. More specifically, before the photo is snapped look away for a second and think of something really funny then look back at the camera and smile.

5. Fake an Overcast– Did you know that when it is overcast outside it is actually an ideal time to take a photo? Well, now that summer is upon us you can still fake these ideal conditions by setting your camera’s flash in sunlight mode. Doing so, will actually help to even out skin tone.

6. Work Those Angles– Take a clue from celebrities who walk the red carpet, for the most part they NEVER face the camera straight on. Create a long diagonal line and ultimately slimming effect by placing one leg out in front and pivoting your body slightly to the side. Place one hand your hips and you have struck one of the most famous Hollywood poses!

Alright girls now get out there and work it!!!

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Fashion

California Brand’s Chari-Tees Are The Next Big Thing For Cancer Awareness

Arianne Suggs November 20, 2014November 20, 2014Leave a Comment

California Label Sea of Pearls Creates New Line of Chari-Tees for PADRES Contra El Cáncer® (PADRES): I Am HOPE®

(Los Angeles) Thursday, November 20th-Sea of Pearls, the California tee brand known for their softer-than-water tees, has partnered with charity organization PADRES Contra El Cáncer to launch the new campaign Sea of HOPE in support of PADRES and the important work they do for children suffering from cancer and their families. PADRES’ unique programs, activities and services, benefit childhood cancer patients from all ethnic and economic backgrounds, serving families from initial diagnosis to survivorship. Sea of Pearls has created a line of Chari-Tees with PADRES tagline “I Am HOPE” that are now available for purchase with $5 of each sale going directly to the organization. The I Am HOPE message will be available in both English and Spanish versions. The Sea of HOPE campaign will continue growing with new Chari-Tees available for purchase each season.

Sea of Pearls has launched an online social media campaign #SelfieStyled with Naima Mora, star of America’s Next Top Model Cycle 4 as the face of the campaign. Participants in the #SelfieStyled campaign will style their Sea of Pearls Chari-Tee in their most fashionable way and post their selfies to social media tagging the organization and the campaign. 10 winners chosen by Sea of Pearls for creative styling will win exclusive prizes and 50% off ALL orders for a full year. To participate, follow @iamhope and @Seaofpearlsla and post your selfie to your friends and followers on Instagram and Twitter. Include the campaign hashtags: #SelfieStyled #SeaOfHOPE #MardeESPERANZA #Seaofpearlsla #IAmHOPE

Sea of Pearls epitomizes the relaxed style of Los Angeles, mixing simple, everyday essentials with bold colors, unique prints and wearable fabrics that stay comfortable wear after wear, wash after wash. Every single Sea of Pearls original creation is designed and hand made using ethically sourced materials here in the City of Angels. Transforming casual style into super chic fashion has turned the brand into one of the most sought after womenswear lines on the West coast. The California chic creations are praised for their unbelievably soft Micro Modal Jersey, allowing for an enormous amount of versatility. The collection of basics, is truly anything but basic…. the softest, coziest knits make every woman who wears Sea of Pearls feel as amazing as she looks. Sea of Pearls makes every week fashion week, continuously coming out with new designs, launching their new styles every single month. Visit http://www.seaofpearlsla.com/ for more info and follow Sea of Pearls on Twitter @seaofpearlsla and Facebook SeaofPearlsLA

“Los Angeles is alive in our designs”

PADRES Contra El Cáncer

(PADRES) is an organization committed to improving the quality of life for children with cancer and their families. PADRES programs, activities and services, while primarily oriented to the Latino community, serve childhood cancer patients from ALL races and ethnic origins. No family is turned away. Celebrating 29 of years of service, PADRES brings together children, families, healthcare professionals and community leaders to promote a comprehensive understanding of childhood cancer and other blood disorders as well as effective methods for treatment. Please join our National Spokespersons Eva Longoria and Beto Cuevas in the fight against childhood cancer. To learn more about PADRES, Visit www.IAmHOPE.org.

Facebook: /IAmHOPE.org

Twitter: @IAmHOPE

Instagram: @IAmHOPEorg

Photo Credit: Jeff Linett