Crushing On: L’Été Papillon de Chanel Summer 2013 Collection

I haven’t reviewed many beauty products on this site in the past (most of my reviews are on Full Time Ford). It’s not because I am not a beauty product junkie—I totally am—but we all know that...

Fashion Blogging: It’s Not Just About Pretty Pictures

It’s not that I don’t enjoy personal and street style blogs. I do. Some of my favorite bloggers are personal and street style bloggers and I adore their content—but this post isn’t about them. They...

The Dark Side of Blogging: It Isn’t All Glitter & Gold

Image via Are you a blogger? If so, what made you start your blog? Was it a passion for your specific niche (fashion/ books/ food/beauty/celebrities/music/etc)? Was it a passion for writing? Was it...

A Year Later: How Being Plagiarized Caused Me To Lose My Voice

By now most of you know that last January I discovered that a number of my blog posts had been plagiarized by a well-known young adult book blogger. To make matters worse, the articles of some of...

BaubleBar Love: Jennifer Fisher, Kelly Wearstler and Giles & Brother

Anyone who is a big fan of jewelry is familiar with BaubleBar. The company has grown by leaps and bounds since it’s launch in 2010 and they are a blogger favorite (especially the Buried Baubles!)....

This Holiday Season: Give Back While You Shop Online

During this time of the year—even if you normally try to avoid it—you will be shopping online at some point in time. Whether you are purchasing gifts, holiday supplies or regular day-to-day needs,...

You are the Whipped Cream on My Pumpkin Pie

I wanted to take a moment out of the busy day to thank each of you for your support throughout the years. I know I haven’t been as present lately as I would like but this blog is still important to...

2012 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Shopping Cheat Sheet!

Image via It’s that time of the year again! Black Friday and Cyber Monday are upon us and—as usual—my inbox is flooded with offers. The last few years I have been compiling the best online sales...

Charles Frederick Worth & The Origin of The Fashion Show

Every spring and fall—like clockwork—fashion’s elite descend on Paris, London, Milan and New York for something we call “Fashion Week.” Though now a staple in the world of fashion, have you ever...

Tough Love: Jennifer Fisher Jewelry Spring 2013 Collection

Have you noticed that I have an addictive personality? I do. I blame it on the fact that I am a Scorpio. I become absolutely obsessed with certain things. Like my favorite designer. Or a certain...

50 Shades of Grey Inspired Fashion: TOM FORD Spring/Summer 2013

Just a quick post to say “hello” I am alive! Truly! I have some things planned for the future of this site, but in the meantime I thought this would be a great compliment to the 50 Shades of...

Links à la Mode: IFB Weekly Roundup, Week of May 31, 2012

Many thanks to IFB for including my post on 50 Shades of Grey inspired accessories the most recent Links à la Mode roundup!If you are interested in learning more about how to submit a post to...

Jewelry for Your Inner Goddess: Sexy 50 Shades of Grey Inspired Picks

I admit it. I am completely smitten with the 50 Shades of Grey trilogy by E.L. James. I am one of those people who you’ve heard about that read the first book in one sitting. All 382 pages of it.Is...

The Art of the (Non) Apology

Just when I thought things had calmed down…The Story Siren (TSS) recently launched a week-long series on plagiarism meant to educate both herself and her readers. Although a good idea in theory, it...

Currently Coveting: JamDesign Armour Necklaces Collection

Every so often I come across a new jewelry designer whose work impresses me so much that they instantly climb right to the top of my “Must Have” list. Where JamDesign is concerned it was a case of...

GLOSSYBOX and BIRCHBOX: A Beauty Box Comparison

A few weeks ago the folks behind the GLOSSYBOX beauty subscription service contacted me and asked whether I would be interested in receiving their inaugural U.S. box. Since I am a big fan of...

Wendy Brandes Swear Rings vs. Topshop Punctuation Rings

UPDATE 5/1/2012: Topshop did the right thing and removed the copycat Punctuation rings from sale. Kudos to Wendy for handling this professionally and calmly… and kudos to everyone who rallied...

Video: A Polished Look by CHANEL starring Saskia De Brauw

In the midst of all the craziness in my life right now, both personal and blog-related, I came across a video on T, The New York Times Styles Magazine that made me stop and smile.What do you get...

A Tale of Plagiarism Continued: Clarification of The Story Siren’s Clarification

via SSS Library Research GuideI wish I could start this post by saying that I am sorry that the truth behind The Story Siren has come out but I would be lying. I see how devastating this news has...

Deep Thoughts by B: Read at Your Own Risk

Photo by Eugenio Recuenco via KOSI know a lot of you are curious about what has happened to me… how come I went from someone who was so clearly invested in this blog to someone who hardly ever...

Guest Post: Getting a Great Blog Design on Any Budget

If you are a blogger (or considering becoming one), blog design is something that is likely always on your mind. Bloggers are constantly trying to refresh their design because it’s the easiest way...

Deal Alert: Michael Kors Large Hamilton Grommet Tote on Beyond the Rack

Just a quick post to share this deal with you…I was on the hunt for the Michael Kors Large Grommet Hamilton Tote in Black for months. I first saw the red version on grit and glamour’s instagram...

Guest Post: Getting a Great Blog Design on Any Budget

I Think We’ve Been Plagiarized… Sort of: The Story of the Content Thief!

I Think We’ve Been Plagiarized… Sort of: The Story of the Content Thief!

A couple of weeks ago—January 19th, to be exact—I logged into my blog analytics website to check on a traffic spike that I had noticed on this blog. While I don’t check my stats daily, I do try to...

Guest Post: How to Not be a Savage Blogger – “Follow Back” Alternatives for New Bloggers

Fashion Inspiration: A Bit of Black

Karlie Kloss by Hedi Slimane for Vogue Japan, February 2012When you look for fashion inspiration online or in magazines, do you gravitate towards bold colors? Pastels? Metallics? Animal prints?I...

Fashion Inspiration: A Bit of Black

Blog Event: Your Best Posts of 2011!

Welcome to the 2nd annual “YOUR Best Posts of the Year” blog event here at Beautifully Invisible! I had a blast putting the inaugural round-up together last year and this one was no different....

Blog Event: Your Best Posts of 2011!