Confidence is a Girl's Best Friend

With her signature platinum blonde hair and scarlet red lips, Marilyn Monroe embodies the term beautiful. Women today continue to place pictures of this bombshell in their bedrooms and strive to one day achieve her loveliness. Although diamonds, shoes and Chanel No.5 were her best known accessories, nothing could compare to her unwavering self-confidence. Marilyn symbolized a woman that did not rely on anyone to make her feel beautiful. During a time when thin was an expression of beauty, Marilyn walked all over this expectation with her curvy figure and ruby crystal Ferragamo pumps. Not only did she embrace what made her different, she inspired the world to see that sexiness does not come primarily from a bottle or the opinions of others. Like a great pair of stilettos, Marilyn Monroe illustrated that with confidence every woman can reach fabulous new heights in beauty, style, and love.

"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring." Marilyn Monroe

The choices I have made in my education, career path and many friendships have led me down a road of interactions with countless women that lack confidence. Luckily I was blessed with a father that never ceased to tell me I was beautiful and continued to show me I can achieve anything I set my mind to. Inevitably, I grew into a woman driven by my father’s words and knowing what I deserve to feel in this critical world.

With that said, I feel for the woman that can’t purchase a pair of jeans without her boyfriend’s approval no matter how fabulous they make her feel. It pains me to see the 13 year old girl stop in for Victoria’s Secrets newest padded pushup to imitate Kim Kardashian’s busty physique. I weep for the woman that continues to stay with an abusive partner because she can’t bring herself to see that she is worthy of a man that treats her right. I’m disappointed in the woman who truly believes that sex is how you find your way into a man’s heart. Last but not least, my heart goes out to the woman that permits self doubt to cover up her gorgeous features and keep her from truly finding love.

Marilyn Monroe craved romance and love like any woman naturally does. It is easy to see that like all of us, her heart was scarred by lies and unnecessary hurt. Even so, she was a firm believer that everything happens for a reason. It’s like when you’re rocking your favorite strappy stilettos and the heel breaks without warning. All at once you feel the world closing in as you picture your life and wardrobe without your beloved kicks. Little do you know, your newest addition of Franco Sarto caged pumps will not only replace but outshine your failed piece.

"People change so that you can learn to let go, things go wrong so that you appreciate them when they're right, you believe lies so you eventually learn to trust no one but yourself, and sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together." Marilyn Monroe

Ultimately, a scarred heart must not negatively shape your confidence in finding a new addition to your life. Everything happens for a reason and someone will not only replace but outshine the person that failed you. You deserve someone that yearns to build your confidence because it will only give you a stronger foundation to return the favor. They will strive to make you feel sexy even as you roll out of bed with no makeup and hair resembling a bird’s nest. They will push you to move forward with your career because they believe in your talent. They will keenly listen to stories of your nerdy childhood in hopes of understanding your journey in becoming the person you are today. They will accept that your concept of time is permanently skewed no matter how many times you promise you won’t be late. They will answer a call at 2 am to keep you from driving after you’ve had one too many margaritas with your girlfriends. They will continue to surprise you with the simple fact that genuine people can still be found in this world.

A shiny replacement is not typically found on any ordinary wall display or rack. You may find yourself waiting quite some time for that limited edition piece. Nonetheless, confidence will only encourage you to wait for the best because you’re worth it. Confidence is a girl’s best friend.

Beautiful Match

From the moment you first see your mother apply her favorite lipstick and mascara, you can’t help but dream that one day your reflection will be just as beautiful as hers. The silver lipstick case and glistening handheld mirror she used have been burned in my mind as long as I can remember. It seems like yesterday I crept over to my mother’s bathroom counter to examine the many shades of liner and eye shadows she applied daily making her look as beautiful as the princesses in my story books. Needless to say, it did not take long for me to swipe the rosy shade of Revlon lipstick and pose for imaginary cameras capturing my princess moment. Looking back, I’m sure my reflection resembled more of a clown than the princess I had envisioned, but I felt beautiful.



In order to feel beautiful, women go through life in search of their perfect match. Our very first purchase of strawberry banana LipSmackers is the beginning to our lifelong search for the ideal lipstick, concealer, powder, bronzer and mascara. Our needs in cosmetics follow the transitions we make throughout our lives. Sally Hansen provided the basics needed for that 14 year old girl trying to get the attention of the cute boy in math class. Covergirl provided waterproof mascara that ceased to run when your first boyfriend broke your heart in middle school. In high school, MAC saved your life by hiding any embarrassing imperfections you did not want your prom date to notice. Chanel and Dior lip gloss made you feel chic and important even as a starving college student. As we mature and grow, it is important to discover what makes us feel as beautiful as that little girl posing for imaginary cameras. Your ideal cosmetics are not meant to cover up your imperfections but enhance your natural beauty. They keep you looking real, feeling confident and embracing who you are.

Our needs in cosmetics and the perfect man follow the transitions we make throughout our lives. When we’re young, our needs are filled with the cute boy in math class or the quarterback of the football team. Popularity, good looks, and a bad boy persona were among your top three priorities when choosing your ideal match. It isn’t until we mature and experience heartbreak that we realize certain shades of lipstick don’t match your skin tone no matter how many times you try it on. If you want someone that makes you feel beautiful, your ideal match doesn’t have to do with brand names or price. Surround yourself with people that will not attempt to cover up your imperfections. The perfect match will only strive to enhance your natural beauty and help to make you a better person each and every day. They will provide an open mind and encourage you to be real and love your reflection.



Find yourself a waterproof liner that wont budge when you’re too scared to open up and an eyeshadow that doesn’t continually make your eyes water. Invest in a foundation and powder that only improves your life and a blush that comes with a compliment. You must only purchase a brush set that is reliable and in for the long run. Choose a moisturizer with sunscreen that makes it a priority to keep you safe and a lip liner that helps you stay on your path. Stay away from mascaras that run too easily and be sure to pick a lipstick that inspires you to smile.

The perfect match will not only make you feel beautiful, it will motivate you to love again.