Rihanna Goes Without Makeup

Yesterday Rihanna tweeted this pic of herself makeup free, and she is a natural beauty! It's easy to forget how beautiful we can be, by just being ourselves. Ladies natural looks are in, give your makeup collection a rest!!

"World's Most Beautiful Woman": Beyonce Without Makeup

If you didn't believe my post or video "How To Go Without Makeup", here's proof that you DON'T have to wear makeup everyday. People magazine named Beyonce the World's Most Beautiful Woman, and here she is walking around town with little or no makeup. Beyonce looks absolutely gorgeous, even if she has some type of minor coverage on her face (she may or may not) it still looks very natural and very fresh.

Beauty comes from so many different places, and it does not always have to come out of a bottle of makeup! Being comfortable with seeing yourself without makeup, takes confidence and time but if you are going on a journey to see yourself for who you are, just remind yourself that you can do it! Read: "How To Go Without Makeup"

I love the Charlotte Olympia Kitty Embroidered leopard loafers $600!

People name Beyonce "World's Most Beautiful Woman!"

How To Go Without Makeup

Have you asked yourself how can I go without wearing makeup? Rather it be for a day, week, or a month women sometimes find it difficult to break the habit of putting on eyeshadows, mascara, blush, foundation, etc. I personally do not wear makeup everyday, but lately since doing my Youtube videos, photos, and social networking I realized I'm usually wearing makeup and I wanted to give myself a break from it! I take pride in my skin, skin care and keeping my face fresh overall so going without makeup is not a huge challenge for me however, it may one of the biggest challenges someone else has to face.

 I know lots of women and have friends that will not step foot out of the house without wearing some type of makeup, but is it because of insecurities or just habit? That is a personal question you have to answer for yourself before starting your journey to go without makeup! Makeup and beauty products are made & sold to "enhance" your natural beauty, so if we are already beautiful naturally we shouldn't need makeup everyday.

I came up with 8 tips to help you go without makeup:

• Start with the basics. Ask yourself  "why do I wear makeup?" Finding the TRUTHFUL answer to that question will help you to reach your goal.
• Set your goal. Will it be for one day, one week, one month, six months, or forever? Make sure you are a setting a realistic goal for yourself.
• Start by removing all of your makeup daily. Make sure you are using a great makeup remover to get eyeliner, and mascara off completely. (I personally use Neutrogena oil-free makeup remover)
• Start a skin care regimen. Cleanse & Moisturize! Exfoliation is imperative to your skin because you want to free your skin and pores form the makeup that has been consistently used on your face. Moisturizing is just as important because you don't want your face to get dry from your exfoliation.
• Get use to seeing yourself makeup free. Take it one day at a time, changing your daily routine and breaking habits takes patience and perseverance.
• Find out what your favorite attributes are without makeup. Do you love your smile, your eyes, your freckles, etc.?  Find something you really like about your natural yourself and embrace it.
• Share your journey with family & friends. Let people know that you're taking a step to go natural and you will be surprised at the response and support you will receive. Even if it's just through your social networks!
• Be yourself and find another way to substitute your beauty products. With or without makeup you are YOU. Create a new hairstyle or buy new clothes to make up for not wearing your makeup. You have to find out what else makes you feel good besides makeup!

If this helped you please share it with your social network buddies and just remember "Confidence builds character!". -China Renee
Celebs:
Rihanna Goes Without Makeup
Beyonce Without Makeup

Shoe Pick Of The Day: Giuseppe Zanotti

Giuseppe Zanotti E26101$895

Giuseppe Zanotti Two-Toned Swirl Sandal $1,150

My Shoe Pick Of The Day are both Giuseppe Zanotti's,and they were inspired by the latest episode of Styled by June featuring Da Brat. June gave Da Brat a transformation makeover, and during the shopping scenes they went into Giuseppe Zanotti and Da Brat tried on these heels, which were both hot! The first shoe is just haute, the heel-less wedge is definitely over the top. A 6" invisible heel, with 2" platform gives this curved wedge a very unique look. The second shoe is the two-toned swirl sandal, 5 3/4" heels with intricate cutout details and colorblock straps and heel. Both heels were fab on the show however, Da Brat was having a hard time walking in them!

H&M Exclusive Conscious Collection

Exclusive Conscious Collection by H&M

I am so excited about the new H&M collection being released Thursday April 12th, so I definitely wanted to give you all a preview of the "Exclusive Conscious" Collection! This is definitely going to be one of the hottest collections H&M has had, and celebrities have already been seen wearing several pieces from the exclusive collection of the red-carpet ready looks. Everything in the collection is very affordable and of course everything is made with sustainable materials like organic cotton. I will be at H&M bright and early to get my hands on that blue tuxedo jacket and shorts, and I love the green pleated mini dress with cut-out detailing in the back.

H&M Conscious Collection will be released in 100 H&M stores worldwide April 12th.

Color Blocking Fashion Ideas for Spring

If you have been following my blog, you already know I have been talking about color blocking for quite some time now. I recently did a video to show a few color blocking outfit ideas, and I love how vibrant the colors are this season!

Celebrity Style & Trends: Sneakers 2012 Fashion Trend?

Ladies are you ready to put your pumps away for a pair of loafers or sneakers? Well it looks like that is what your favorite celebrities & socialites  have been doing lately! Ciara was seen rocking some Giuseppe Zanotti wedge sneakers at a Knicks game, and I actually think the shoes are cute but you will have to spurge if you want the exact ones they're $995.


Giuseppe Zanotti Rds218 Wedge Sneakers $995



Amber Rose was spotted wearing Jeremy Scott Gorilla Adidas...I'm not feeling those at all.


Jeremy Scott JS Gorilla Adidas $200



Angela Simmons hit streets in some metallic mirrored Maison Martin Margiela high-tops. I'm not sure about the shoes, but I love the Louis Vuitton Vernis Alma bag  it's one of my favorites!

They come in silver or gold...Maison Martin Margiela $625

Rocsi from 106andPark was even giving her feet a rest from high heels, wearing the Reebok classics Freestyle Hi's in neon green. I would personally wear those myself, so I'm going to say yes to these!

Reebok Freestyle Hi Hot Green $65

Beyonce's Official Tumblr Released

 Beyonce celebrated her 4th anniversary yesterday, and she gifted the world with a ton of personal, and never before seen photos on her official Tumblr that was released this morning. She even tweeted for the first time on Twitter saying "Hey World, It's B! I'm so excited to invite you to my new beyonce.com- we've been working hard, and it's finally ready for you XO". The pictures you can seen are from years of Beyonce travelling with her hubby Jay Z, and her team around the world to places like Egypt, Europe, Australia. There are some very sweet candids of Bey and Jay, and even sweet photos of her pregnancy. If you have not seen Beyonce's Tumblr yet, check it out here.

Lala Anthony @ Think Like A Man Premiere in Atlanta



Lala Anthony hit the red carpet in Atlanta for the premiere of Think Like A Man, and I loved her look. She rocked a leather panel, colorblock shirtdress by Tibi, Christian Louboutin Bourriche Studded ankle boots, and an Alexander McQueen Skull Box clutch. Lala still has her ombre` hair, but she had it wrapped in a high bun with a swept bang, I think she looked really cute!

Tibi Colorblock Shirtdress $990

Spring Break Sale! 30% Off All Accessories

Spring break is always a whole week full of fun, and we're so excited that everything at ChinaCandyCouture is on sale for a week! Celebrate Spring Break by shopping for some fabulous accessories, and take 30% off your entire purchase online. Use code LUVSPRING30 at checkout to redeem your discount, and the sale ends on Easter Sunday 4/8 so shop now!

Michelle Obama at The Kid's Choice Awards

Our First Lady Michelle Obama presented Taylor Swift with an award over the weekend, at the Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards and she looked beyond fabulous! Our First Lady stepped out wearing metallic skinny jeans, and a metallic houndstooth and mesh jack by designer Wes Gordon, and black patent leather pumps.

You better WERK First Lady!!