Simple Packing Tips For The Holidays Video
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcpVHJnFOK8&app=desktop
Our Top 3 Winter Lipsticks Video
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7txtBY-Emk&app=desktop
Our Favorite Fall and Winter Look of 2014 Video
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http://youtu.be/zFbtgsGqM2M
Collecting And Repurposing Unwanted Jewelry To Help End Human Trafficking
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ONCE AGAIN, WE ARE COLLECTING YOUR UNWANTED JEWELRY! As you purchase gifts and receive new accessories this holiday season, please consider donating your used or unwanted old accessories to FIGHT Ministries through Top Buttons. We will send them all the donations we receive from you! So during the month of December, we would like to highlight one of our three anti-human trafficking organizations that The Sozo Initiative supports. F.I.G.H.T. Ministries, or Freeing Individuals from the Grasp of Human Trafficking, is a Christian organization located in the Dominican Republic. Their goal is to “rescue, rehabilitate and provide prevention to victims that are trapped in a system and society of oppression and abuse.”
As part of F.I.G.H.T.’s preventative and restorative efforts, they train the women and children in trades such as jewelry making and selling through a division of their ministry called New Creations. In order to keep up this trade they are in need of more supplies. F.I.G.H.T. needs your old, broken, or unwanted jewelry that they will renew into beautiful creations. The money they make by selling this jewelry will not only provide a job for those that have been rescued from human trafficking, but also prevents and protects girls that are at risk. So we are asking for you to donate your jewelry and help provide a job and safe place for these women and children.
Please read what one Dominican woman has to say about F.I.G.H.T. and to see how your donation can make a huge impact!
"I am 38 years old, mother of 4, only 2 are living. I can not read and this is my first job. My husband is currently out of work and through the opportunity with New Creations under F.I.G.H.T. Ministries, I am able to learn more about God, job skills and awareness of Human Trafficking. The money my daughter and I make from jewelry making provides food for our family and keeps us safe from desperate situations like prostitution and deceptive traffickers, offering to give my kids what I cannot: a better life. I am so thankful for this ministry!"
Top Buttons and the Sozo Initiative will be accepting your old, broken, or unwanted jewelry starting today through January 5th. The drop off location is located at 256 N Kentucky Ave, Lakeland, FL 33801 from 9:00 to 5:00 p.m.
If you are located outside of the Lakeland, FL area you may mail your jewelry to Top Buttons through the above address.
“We strive to be a voice for children that are dominated by the brutal world of modern-day slavery. Our purpose is to restore hope, healing, security and safety to children through the power of Christ.” - FIGHT
To learn more about FIGHT ministries please visit their website.
The Moto Jacket: Your Fall and Winter Essential
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Moto jackets (a catchy, shortened name for motorcycle jackets) are this fall and winter's go-to staple piece to create that edgy layered look. Today's moto jackets come in a countless variety of colors, patterns, and styles. Whether you're edgy, earthy, or eclectic, you'll have no problem finding one that fancies your taste! You can find them just about anywhere, and they range anywhere from $20-$200 depending on where you look. This piece is a classic fall/winter item, so it's worth the investment to get one that you really love! Chelsea is showcasing her edgy, eccentric flare with this black and white crackle textured moto jacket by Sam Edelman. She paired it with a graphic tee and ripped jeans (another HUGE trend this season). Don't be afraid to mix different textures and patterns!
Chelsea is also wearing a two-toned Moto Jacket, another new spin on this cool classic. The neutral tones and natural fabric make this a versatile piece that can go with many outfits. Chelsea purchased this amazing organic linen jacket for more than half off at the Eileen Fisher store!
Moto jackets can be worn with just about anything from a feminine printed dress to your favorite old t-shirt! Find one that's the right cut and style for you, and you'll be ready to effortlessly step out in style this fall!
PHOTOGRAPHER: Elisabeth Huijskens www.elisabethhuijskens.com
MAKEUP ARTISTS: Yolanda Delacerda and Christi Northington
Spice Up Your Fall Wardrobe with These Accessories
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Fall is our favorite time of the year. It means cool weather and a new fashion wardrobe. Here are some ways to spice up your wardrobe with these stylish accessories. Boots are a great add to your classy fall wardrobe. These boots range in different colors and in a variety of heel heights as well. According to the Zoe Report, the knee high boot is one of the top five must have accessories for fall 2014. Boots can be expensive, but shopping at your local Target or Forever 21 is an affordable alternative.
Glamour gives the 12 must have accessories for the fall, and one of those is the chain-strap mini bags. This is an edgy, hands free accessory to add to your favorite fall outfit. Adding a colorful bag to your outfit can make you stand out and pop.
Jewelry is another way to complete your favorite outfit this fall and winter. Cuff bracelets have become quite the trend this year. It is simple, yet classy and will go great with practically every outfit. Selena Gomez’s fashion line, Dream Out Loud exhibits many different styles of cuff bracelets at an affordable price.
As the cold weather rolls in, scarves are a great way to stay warm while looking super cute. Any scarf can complete an outfit. It can add a splash of color to your look. Infinity scarves have recently become a major trend, and there are many different ways you can wear infinity scarves.
All you need to finish your favorite fall outfit is the perfect accessory. So grab those accessories and rock that favorite outfit!
(Featured image provided by The Zoe Report)
Written by: Rachel Jordan
Our Top Five Wedding Makeup Tips
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Do you know how important having a makeup artist is on your big day? Tricks like contouring and highlighting, making your makeup weatherproof, and being able to recreate current makeup trends are just some of the many reasons going with a pro is so important. However, some brides just can't work it into their budget so here are some tips for those who need to do it themselves: 1. Exfoliate the night before! Using a gentle scrub while in the shower will help to slough off dead skin cells leaving skin smooth, perfect for applying makeup.
2. Deep cleanse and moisturize skin prior to applying your makeup! This is key when prepping the skin.
3. Use a primer! If you want a flawless, poreless look, don't skip this step. It will give your makeup staying power and diffuse imperfections. We love the primer from Glo Minerals, but if you are a Sephora/Ulta girl Benefit's primer and Smashbox's Photo Finish primers are some of our fav's! Smashbox even has a color correcting primer as well as one for oily skin. If you are on a budget Loreal's Pore a Vanisher is a great dupe for Benefit's at a much more reasonable price.
4. Use an eye primer! Urban Decay's Primer Potion is excellent. Just get it, you will see! What you won't see are smudges, creases, oily lids or your eyeshadow disappear.
5. Practice before the big day.
As a professional makeup artist I strongly encourage my brides to do a run through prior to the wedding. This way the look can be perfected and there is no stress the day of. I love knowing ahead of time exactly what we are doing and what products I'm using. So practice on yourself so you KNOW your makeup will be perfect on the big day.
OH AND GET SOME COFFEE LADIES. - IMPORTANT TIP 6!
Article WRITTEN BY: Melissa Kinsey
and WEDDING MAKEUP BY: Melissa Kinsey
For Kaley Brie Fuson, our Bride in the images above, I used Glo minerals primers and Satin II Foundation. I used the Golden under eye concealer to highlight and under the eyes and the Perfecting finishing powder to set. I used Sunlight bronzer to contour and Hibiscus (a soft pink) at her cheeks. Since she wanted to look natural I used a few individual lashes and carefully placed them rather than using a whole strip of lashes.
Photo Credit: Ashley Holstein Photography
Join Us at The Porch Light's Shine A Light Weekend
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Among the three anti-human trafficking groups that Top Buttons initiative Sozo United for Freedom has partnered with, we'd like to take the opportunity to spotlight The Porch Light's own efforts to end human trafficking. The Porch Light is Lakeland, Florida’s first safe house for sex trafficked underage girls. Along with providing housing, girls are provided with education, medical care, counseling, and spiritual discipleship. On top of that, the organization is continually taking the time to educate the public on prevention and working to change laws surrounding this issue.
Sozo United for Freedom wants to invite everyone in the Lakeland, Florida area to join us in shining a light on human trafficking during Porch Light’s Shine a Light fundraiser weekend. If you desire to do your part to help end human trafficking we ask you to join the Top Buttons team on the weekend of the 24th.
The Shine a Light weekend events include the following:
Shine a Light 5k
Friday, October 24 at 6:30pm Lake Hollingsworth 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland $30 – after October 3 Register under team top buttons
Shine a Light Festival
Saturday, October 25 from 10am – 1:00pm First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland FREE
Shine a Light Gala
Saturday, October 25 at 6:00pm • Florida Southern College Branscomb Auditorium 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland $50 – tickets include a performance featuring internationally-renowned recording artist Jason Castro, a former contestant on American Idol.
Regardless of whether or not you live in the area, there are several more ways to get involved with the porch light, from financial donations, to volunteering your time. To learn more about the porch light and ways you can get involved visit The Porch Light's home page.
Sozo encourages you to find ways in your local community to get involved and do your part to end human trafficking. Perhaps there is an anti-human trafficking organization where you live where you can volunteer your time. On the other hand, if you are already involved in ending modern slavery, we would love to hear from you and what you are doing to help end this issue!
Top Buttons joins the fight against human trafficking
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Top Buttons is excited to announce we are launching our anti-human trafficking initiative, Sozo United for Freedom. Through Sozo, we will be partnering with several different organizations to not only rescue and restore girls from slavery, but prevent it from happening to begin with. There are more slaves today than in any other time in history and Top Buttons knows you want to do something about it. Together, we can make an impact in ending modern-day slavery through awareness, education, fundraising, and outreach. In the future, you will be able to purchase fashion products that financially support the prevention, rescue, and restoration of girls around the world.
Visit Sozo online to find out more about Sozo and what you can do to get involved.
The "Why" Behind Her Style and Purpose: Meet Amanda Rose
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If there is one thing I believe we can all agree on, it is that it feels GREAT to pick out an outfit and know, "This is ME, I will so rock this today!" But if you are like me, that usually doesn't just happen. It is a process. One day, I thought "WHOA, I spend so much time getting ready but hardly any time taking care of who I am on the inside or even spending time with my Creator (the one who made me, who loves my big hair and wild spirit.)"
After discovering more about who I am on the inside and getting to know the God who created me, I am now confident in the things I love (like fashion) because I know it does not solely define me.
My challenge to you today, before you decided what you are going to wear, decide who you want to be and who you are going to let define you.
Have a beautiful day darlings, xox Amanda Rose, Top Buttons Contributor
http://youtu.be/K4_PrfaeOGA
More About this Contributor: I am passionate about many things from my big hair, to trying new foods, my city (Rockford, IL), to helping people discover what story God has uniquely written for them. I love fashion + have an eye for design. When I said "Jesus, I want to follow you", that meant what I was passionate about could NOT be just for me. Because I believe He has placed certain things inside of me, I recently had the God-birthed idea of launching a unique business called Worth Royalty. I also work at one of the greatest/realest churches I know called Rockford First + help specifically with a gap year program called Focus One which helps young adults define more about what it means to be a world changer in their own life. Every day is quite the adventure for me; I'm constantly learning to embrace it with peace & excitement!
Restyle Your Summer Wardrobe
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There are so many ways to get more use from your clothes by doing some simple restyling. Summer is a great time to practice this, as there are so many options to incorporate into your looks. This is the season you can wear those lovely floral prints, some bold colors, and of course, sunglasses!
The most cost-effective way to change up your wardrobe is to invest in accessories. By simply changing your footwear, necklace, sunglasses, and a few other items, you can create a range of stylish looks with the same basic pieces.
Below are some outfit inspirations to help you switch things up. Have a lovely peace and laughter-filled summer!
About the author:
Nash Amber is a devoted lover of Jesus Christ, who loves styling herself and others. Born and raised in London; she enjoys spending time with her family, studying the bible, dressing up, having fun in the sun (when the weather is nice) and investing quality time into people.
She currently is a modest style blogger who shares fashion/style ideas along with details on her personal walk with Him.
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How to Combine Three Totally Different Styles
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In OUR VERY FIRST Un-Style Me video ON OUR TOP BUTTONS YOU TUBE CHANNEL, Amanda is showing us how to create an outfit combining three different styles: boho, edgy and classic. This look is perfect for a relaxed Saturday grabbing a coffee or shopping with your girlfriends. We hope this video inspires you to collide your favorite pieces to create a totally unique and totally YOU - look. Show us your #unstyleme look on instagram! We would love to see how you combine different styles to create your #lotd! http://youtu.be/rn46yy20aTM
Why You Shouldn't Define Your Style!
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In the quest for finding your personal style have you ever felt pressure to fit into a “style box?” Do you like wearing bohemian clothing one day and the next an edgy outfit? We want you to know that it is perfectly ok to take fashion and make it your own. In the next few weeks we are starting a new series called “Un-Style Me” which will give you tips and tricks to feeling comfortable embracing your unique look! Modesty isn't about shopping at Ann Taylor and Gap. You can express yourself in your own unique style without compromise! Let's go on this journey together and explore all the different ways we can put an outfit together. Click on the video below to hear more from our own Super Self-Confident, "Out of the box," Top Buttons contributor, Amanda Smith- on what to expect from this Un-Style Me series. Click here to learn more about this fun fashionista.
http://youtu.be/7Qi4BJUrvF0