<![CDATA[Chica Fashion - BLOG]]>Sat, 25 May 2013 21:19:30 -0500Weebly<![CDATA[Avoid Allergy Face with Zyrtec]]>Sun, 26 May 2013 01:01:08 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/avoid-allergy-face-with-zyrtec.html With spring in full swing for most of the country, the warm weather has begun to trigger seasonal allergies, which can affect not only the way we feel, but also how we look.

The makers of ZYRTEC® have partnered with beauty and fashion expert, Carmen Ordoñez from VivaFashionBlog.com, to help women combat “ALLERGY FACE™” –the beauty challenges like a puffy face, watery eyes and a red nose that are associated with typical allergy symptoms.

According to a recent survey by the makers of ZYRTEC®, 96 percent of women suffering from allergies experience ALLERGY FACE™ 

In an effort to help women look their best despite their allergies, the makers of ZYRTEC® have released video one of a three-part, bilingual video series on YouTube.com/Zyrtec, in which Carmen shares her personal beauty tips to take on ALLERGY FACE™ beauty challenges.
In addition to the tips Carmen has shared on how to combat Allergy Face, I would like to share a few tips of my own for when it comes to dealing with those pesky allergies.

  • The first thing you are going to want to do is check for the pollen count to see if it is even a good idea to be heading outdoors. You can do so by checking the forecast, online or using an app. 
  • Next to both treat and prevent any allergy symptoms just as Carmen suggested be sure to take Zyrtec (after consulting your doctor of course)
  • Wearing sunglasses will not only help you protect your eyes from Ragweed and Pollen, by keeping allergens out, especially when the wind is blowing but it can also disguise swelling, redness or puffiness of the eyes. Let's not forget how fashionable sunglasses can be, a great accessory to any outfit!  
  • Use a moisturizing sanitizer like Gold Bond's Ultimate Moisturizing Sanitizer. It will keep your hands clean and sanitized by killing 99.9% of germs. This will avoid further irritation in the event you touch or rub your eyes or nose. It will also have your hands feeling smooth, soft and moisturized the perfect trio to accentuate any mani(cure)!  

Stay tuned for the release of part two and part three of Carmen’s video series, which will be distributed in the summer and fall, respectively. In the meantime, be sure to follow Carmen on Twitter at @VivaFashion and check her blog www.VivaFashionBlog.com for her latest ALLERGY FACE™ tips and tricks.

For product savings and rewards to help you feel better, visit Zyrtec.com and ZYRTEC® on Facebook 
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Disclosure: This post is part of a sponsored campaign on behalf of Latina Bloggers Connect and the makers of ZYRTEC®
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<![CDATA[THE HANGOVER 3 in Theaters Today (May 23)]]>Thu, 23 May 2013 18:07:36 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/the-hangover-3-in-theaters-today-may-23.html
THE HANGOVER – PART 3 in Theaters Today (May 23)
"The Hangover Part III" is the third and final film in director Todd Phillips' record-shattering comedy franchise. This time, there's no wedding. No bachelor party. What could go wrong, right? But when the Wolfpack hits the road, all bets are off.

“The Hangover Part III” reunites Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, Zach Galifianakis and Justin Bartha as Phil, Stu, Alan and Doug.  Also returning to the starring ensemble are Ken Jeong, Heather Graham and Jeffrey Tambor, joined by John Goodman.  Todd Phillips directs, from a screenplay he wrote with Craig Mazin. 

The film is produced by Todd Phillips and Dan Goldberg, with Thomas Tull, Scott Budnick, Chris Bender and J.C. Spink as executive producers.  Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Legendary Pictures, a Green Hat Films Production, a Todd Phillips Movie: “The Hangover Part III.”  It will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.
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<![CDATA[Mandee Spring Look Book]]>Thu, 23 May 2013 17:59:29 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/mandee-spring-look-book.html
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<![CDATA[NJ Latina Bloggers Show You What To Wear This Memorial Weekend]]>Wed, 22 May 2013 17:55:04 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/nj-latina-bloggers-show-you-what-to-wear-this-memorial-weekend.html
Top/Blusa- Express (Similar)
Tank/Franela- Forever 21 (Similar)
Shorts/Pantalon Corto- Forever 21 (Similar)
Bracelet/Brazalete- (Thrifted) Express (Similar)
Sandals/Sandalias- Payless (Similar, Similar)
Sunglasses/ Gafas- Marshall's (Similar)
I have teamed up with two of my fellow New Jersey Latina Bloggers; Miss LV & PiinkCupcakez to bring you a few outfit ideas on what to wear this Memorial Day Weekend.

I chose to go with a casual look because I almost always attend a backyard BBQ. Pending it doesn't rain because it almost always rains here in Jersey on Memorial weekend. Apart from being comfy this look also disguises my postpartum weight. I did a wash and go on my using my RICI Curls products and pinned it to the side for a quick semi-up do.

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Me he unido a dos de mis compañeras de New Jersey Latina BloggersMiss LV & PiinkCupcakez para traer te algunas ideas de atuendo para el fin de semana feriado de Memorial Day.

Decidí ir con un look casual, porque casi siempre asisto a una barbacoa en un patio. Con tal que no llueva, porque casi siempre llueve aqui en Jersey para el fin de semana de Memorial Day. Además de ser cómodo este look disfraza también mi peso después del parto. Yo me hice un lavado utilizando mis productos RICI Curls y me fije un lado hacia arriba para crear un pienado.
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<![CDATA[My "Me Day" at Bangz Salon + Wellness Spa]]>Thu, 16 May 2013 20:54:26 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/my-me-day-at-bangzsalon-wellness-spa.htmlA few days before the birth of my son I had the pleasure of being treated to a "me day" at Bangz Salon & Wellness Spa in Montclair, NJ that included a wash, blow out and cut by none other than industry expert and co-founder Dominick Sansevero who was extremely pleasant and knowledgeable. 

As a stylist & salon owner for 30 years, Dominick's career began in & continues to grow in Montclair. Dominick specializes in cutting techniques for all types of hair textures. Although he does not do haircolor, Dominick brings his advanced knowledge, creative flair & impeccable attention to detail into all color consultations with his colorists. 
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The sun was shining so bright through the stained glass windows the color reflected on me.
Dominick Sansevero's lovely assistant was super sweet and friendly. She specializes in working with naturally curly hair and was able to blow out my curly fro with no trouble at all. 
I was instantly taken in by the location of the salon, it is beautifully located in a repurposed church. The inside of the salon is so modern, open and clean. I felt welcome right away by the friendly and poised staff. They offer a nice variety of refreshments, being almost 39 weeks pregnant at the time, the cucumber infused water was just what I needed

Bangz offers a variety of services including Spa, Hair and Chemical services. Because of time constraints I was unable to get a mani and pedi but I will definitely be returning for that. I also would have loved to try one of the spa packages but due to my pregnancy I was a little weary in using to many products. The spa looked amazing and I cant wait to go back to have a well deserved "me day" where I can take a break from being a mom of two and simply relax, maybe even get in some sleep? lol
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They recently hosted their annual Face of Bangz Contest.  Bangz Salon and Wellness Spa supports numerous causes and charities through fundraisers and other events at the salon. 

The evening was open to the public and featured five women who will walked the runway and made a brief presentation on why they should be the 2013 Face of Bangz and received a $500 donation to their charity of choice. 

The five finalists were selected by an online “People’s Choice” vote from ten semi-finalists who had been picked by judges from hundreds of entries. There were refreshments and wine from local merchants and a suggested $5.00 donation at the door that went to the grand prize winner’s charity of choice.

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<![CDATA[Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt]]>Wed, 15 May 2013 15:44:05 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/wordless-wednesday-mini-chica-fashion-in-atiered-tulle-skirt.html
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
HeadBand/Diadema- Gifted (Similar)
Earrings/Aretes- My Old Boutique (Similar)
Top/Camisa- Gap (Similar)
Skirt/Falda- Target Clearance (Same)
Shoes/Zapatos- Old Navy Clearance (Similar)
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
Wordless Wednesday: Mini Chica Fashion in a Tiered Tulle Skirt
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<![CDATA[Save vs Splurge: Holographic Pumps]]>Tue, 14 May 2013 17:42:50 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/save-vs-splurge-holographic-pumps.html Get the look of these Stella McCartney Holographic faux leather pumps without having to spend $760 by going with these Forever 21 
Pointed Hologram Pumps
for only $24.80!

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Consigue el look de las Stella McCartney Holographic faux leather pumps sin tener que gastar 760 dólares. Mejor compra estos Forever 21 Pointed Hologram Pumps por tan solo $24.80!

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<![CDATA[Cascade Cardi + Printed Harem Pants For Mother's Day]]>Mon, 13 May 2013 18:26:55 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/cascade-cardi-printed-harem-pants-for-mothers-day.html
Cardi/ Suerita- Wet Seal (Similar)
V-Neck Tank/ Franela- Forever 21 (Same)
Studded Skinny Belt/ Cinturon- Marshalls (Similar)
Printed Harem Pants/ Pantalon- H&M (Similar)
Shoes/ Zapatos- Steve Madden- (Similar)


I want to wish all my Mom readers a Happy Mother's Day! I hope you all enjoyed your day. This is what I wore to have lunch/dinner at my Mami's house yesterday with my family. I didn't make it to church as I was so tired. I am barely sleeping with my new baby boy at home but I did want to get dressed for my special day.

After resting a bit I was able to pull an outfit together that would camouflage my postpartum bod. I have already dropped 28 of the 60 pounds I put on during the pregnancy. This type of cardi is perfect for concealing a pooch, you've seen me wear it here before. 

My harem pants normally  have a loose fit so I thought they would work well & because of the high waist & pleats, they were flattering. You have seen me wear them before here. & here. I pinned my 3 day twist out to the side for a sassier look. What do you think?

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Quiero desearles a todos mis lectores que son madres un Feliz Dia de las Madres! Espero que hayan disfrutado de su día. Esto es lo que llevaba puesto paraalmorzar/cenar en casa de Mami ayer con mi familia. No pude ir a la iglesia, eh estado muy cansada. Apenas estoy durmiendo con mi nuevo bebé en casa, pero yo quería vestirme para mi día especial.

Después de descansar un poco puede combinar un atuendo que camuflajea mi nuevo cuerpo posparto. Ya he bajado 28 de las 60 libras que aumente durante el embarazo. Este tipo de cardi es perfecto para disimular una panaza, has visto que lo lleve puesto aquí antes.

Estos pantalones tipo harem normalmente tienen un ajuste flojo, así que pensé que iban a trabajar bien y debido a la alta cintura y pliegues, fueron favorecedores. Ustedes me han visto usar los antes aquí y aquí. Fijé mi twist out que ya tiena 3 dias hacia el lado para una mirada mas coqueta. ¿Qué piensan? 
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<![CDATA[Mother's Day Wishlist]]>Wed, 08 May 2013 15:51:15 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/mothers-day-wishlist.html These are some of things I would like as a Mother's Day gift or an any day gift for that matter lol. I really want some new workout sneakers among other things. Oh and a few pairs of heels that aren't listed. 

What do you want for Mother's Day? Do you wait to see what you get or just treat yourself?

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Estas son algunas de las cosas que me gustaría como regalo para el Día de las Madres o un regalo para cualquier día lol.  Si me gustaria mucho unos nuevos tenis de entrenamiento, entre otras cosas. Ah, y unos cuantos pares de zapatos que no añadi.

¿Qué quieres para el Día de la Madre? ¿Espera a ver lo que te regalan o simplemente vas y te lo compras tu misma?
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<![CDATA[Your Vote can get Me to BlogHer'13!]]>Mon, 06 May 2013 21:14:53 GMThttp://www.chica-fashion.com/2/post/2013/05/your-vote-can-get-me-to-blogher13.htmlMy recipe Cause a Girl's Gotta Eat: Salmon Sandwich using Pompeian Oils has been named one of 15 semi-finalists in the Pompeian Time to Change Your Oil blogger recipe contest!

Now through May 12, Pompeian Facebook fans can select the most appetizing and creative recipe that best incorporates Pompeian Grapeseed Oil or OlivExtra Mediterranean Blend. 


All you have to do is vote for my recepie by visiting Time to Change Your Oil app today! Have your friends vote too!!


After casting your vote, fans will have a chance to win a Pompeian gift basket. One winner will be selected each day from now through May 12.

The top five recipes with the most votes will be named finalists on May 13. Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien will then taste all five recipes and announce the winner, who will receive a trip to Blog Her ’13 in Austin, TX June 7-8, and will be featured with Pompeian throughout the event!

For more information on Pompeian products, the Time to Change Your Oil campaign and contest details, please visitwww.facebook.com/Pompeian or feel free to reach out to me directly.
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