Author: Iskra Banović

While tattoos can certainly make just a visual mark, other people opt for tattoos with meaning. Personal stories of courage and faith, or memorable tattoos that honor pets, mothers, and children, tattoos are rich in symbolism for both the wearer and in the images they suggest. If you’re planning a piece of art and want a tattoo with meaning, draw inspiration from the following areas and you can begin designing that special and unique to you. Ideas for Tattoos with Meaning The following suggestions for tattoos with meaning are a wonderful place to start for design inspiration.Even though you can…

Are you trying to decide whether you should cover up an old or bad tattoo with something different, or just call it quits altogether and opt for laser tattoo removal? Both options may solve your problem, but will come with different expenses, and of course outcomes. Take a look at both roads so you can best determine your route of travel. Cover-Up Tattoos Cover-up tattoos are designed to mask old tattoos by applying a new image over the old one. Most tattoo artists have performed or been asked to perform a cover-up tattoo on one or more of their customers,…

It happens. You may have made a tattoo mistake, or perhaps your artist wasn’t up to par. Maybe your tattoo design was thoughtless, the application poor, or the placement just a bad idea. What can you do when you are left with the world’s worst tattoo? Don’t worry, you have a few options. While none of the following ideas are inexpensive, they are all worthy of consideration. Laugh it Off It’s not ideal, in fact, it downright sucks, but finding humor in a bad tattoo might be your only option if it can’t be fixed due to limited options or…

Lower back tattoos have a mocked reputation right up there with many of the other infamous tattoo trends that emerged in the late 1990s-2000s. From Pamela Anderson-inspired barbed wire tribal armbands to Chinese symbols, the tramp stamp tattoo became a favorite thanks to its provocative location, revealing itself only when one bent over. The problem with this idea was that too many people bent over too far, in too low of clothing, bearing tattoo designs that were generic, mass-produced, and at many times not in scale for their body. Whether that means too big or too small, a bad-fitting tattoo…

Cool Girl Dressing for The Busty Chick As a fellow member of the blessed-in-the-chest club, I understand the plight of trying to dress a body endowed with a fuller bust. I gravitate towards a more relaxed and menswear-inspired aesthetic, but that kind of dressing is not as easy to wear for my body type. Clothes that look pixie-like and androgynously cool on the runway or on an e-commerce model can look, let’s call it “streetwalker-chic,” when worn by us, chesty ladies. Shirts are too tight in the bust and too big in the waist, or dresses won’t zip up all…

Growing out a pixie cut can be challenging. With patience and the right care, you can navigate through the awkward stages. You can achieve a longer hairstyle. The article provides an 18-month plan to grow out a pixie cut. It outlines nine phases from the initial shaggy stage to achieving shoulder-length hair. The plan includes regular stylist visits and tips on styling and maintenance. You should emphasize patience, regular trims, and creative styling. This will help you navigate the awkward stages of hair growth. Here’s how to grow out a pixie cut in 9 steps: 1. A Step-by-Step Guide to…

1. Booking Basics Booking an appointment with a stylist that matches your wants and needs is a lot more complicated than you might think, but if the salon you are looking to book with has a full front desk staff, they are there to help you. Front desk receptionists are your gatekeepers to getting the best color, cut and style and can sometimes help pair a client with a stylist for life. Here are 10 pro tips from a seasoned front desk receptionist that will help you get the most out of your next salon experience. 2. Do Your Research…

Caring for your hair while traveling takes a bit of planning. While on the road, you can’t always carry your full bathroom set-up, so follow these quick tips for making the most out of your limited travel arsenal. Prioritize. Make a list of all of the hair, skin, and shaving items you use while at home so you remember to pack everything. Cross off any items that aren’t completely necessary.Pack Small. This reduces the bulk of stuff you have to carry around. Look for products in sizes smaller than three ounces so you meet TSA guidelines for air travel. Menscience…

Wanted: Makeup Artist That is Skilled, Professional & Practices Good Hygiene The first requirement on your list when you are looking to have your makeup professionally done, is to find a makeup artist that is skilled and will give you a great look. But a very important thing you must also consider is that the makeup artist’s practices, as well as workspace and tools, are clean and sanitary to protect you from allergic reactions, infections and other potential health problems. You don’t want a beautiful makeup job that turns into a an ugly nightmare. Related: What Should I Do If…

Test Makeup Without Getting Sick by Following These Tips Trial & Error Can Be Costly We’ve all bought eye shadow or pressed powder that appeared to be a great color or the right shade while in the compact; a lipstick shade that looked great on the package; or foundation that matched perfectly to our skin tone and then once we get home, the products aren’t at all what we expected—the eye shadow isn’t vibrant enough, the lipstick color doesn’t quite match the shade on the package and the foundation is too light or has pink undertones! Trial and error can…

In the Pink Nicki Minaj brought a lot attention to pink lipstick. She even had her own MAC limited edition lipstick back in 2010 called Pink Friday which coincided with the release of her album of the same name. Then in February 2012 MAC Cosmetics released yet another Nicki Minaj-inspired lipstick to its VIVA Glam limited edition collection called VIVA Glam Nicki, described as a bright yellow pink satin lipstick. Not everyone can pull off neon pink or the cotton candy shade of Pink Friday, in everyday life. The average woman is not usually wearing the over-the-top hair, eye makeup,…

Celebrity makeup artist Nick Barose has worked with a range of clients, including Gabrielle Union, Mila Kunis, Blake Lively, Gretchen Mol, and more. You can also see his work in magazines ranging from Glamour to InStyle to Seventeen. Here are his best makeup tips for busy women everywhere.