If you’re anything like us then you have been pinning up a spring storm on Pinterest! We thought we’d share some of our new favorite things starting with our favorite Spring/Summer hairdo – The Pony Tail. Here are a few ideas to keep it simple or to fancy it up with some tricks found via Pinterest:

1. The Knotted Ponytail

Source: http://hair.allwomenstalk.com via Beth Shapouri on Pinterest

2. The Woven Ponytail

Source: http://www.glamour.com via Beth Shapouri on Pinterest

3. The Bubbly Ponytail

Source: http://s1219.photobucket.com via Ashley Nichole on Pinterest

4. The Braided & Fun Ponytail

Source: http://iamillyssa.tumblr.com/post/15531036060 via Alexzandra Zack-Kaplan on Pinterest

Need some more inspiration for your ponytails? Check out our Hair Styles board via PinkAppleOnline!

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Neon Brights

by HeatherG on May 1, 2012

Imagine adding an intense pop of super bright neon, and then some, to your wardrobe this summer – okay maybe not that much. I bet you didn’t think you’d be wearing neon ever again and yet it’s making it’s way into every store. So if your not real crazy about it, how do you keep in trend with out going neon-overboard? Add subtle hints of bright colors paired with neutrals into your round up for spring and summer.

Put the neon attention to your feet with these Milly For Sperry Top-Sider Shoes

Talk with your hands with these bright colors from Poolside Nail Polish Collection by China Glaze

Subtle hints of neon with a neutral finish with the Rebecca Minkoff Straw Diamond Tote

Pair these bright Gap 1969 Skinny Jeans with a white tee and neutral shoe

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Best Drugstore Makeup

by HeatherG on April 16, 2012

Cosmetics can get real expensive…real fast. There are a few drugstore brands that could possibly keep up with the big brands. Lets say that again, you can get good, effective beauty products for $15 or less at the drugstore. We’ve compiled our favorites below, but don’t be afraid to trying something new, most drugstore’s will take products back with receipts even if you’ve opened them.

1. Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Erase Dark Circle Treatment Concealer – Erases dark circles, puffiness and fine lines.

2. Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo 24hr Cream Gel Shadow – Long-lasting and super-saturated color shadow in a cream gel that smoothes on for vibrant color that does not fade.

3. EOS Lip Balm – EOS lip balm is 95% organic, 100% natural, and paraben and petrolatum free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth.

4. e.l.f. Studio Waterproof Lengthening & Volumizing Mascara – Achieve thicker, fuller, and longer lashes that are beautiful and natural. The enlarged brush coats your lashes evenly for an enhanced appeal. The unique formula is clump free and quick drying so you can have color that stays on all day with no smudging and no flaking. Waterproof, tear-proof and sweat proof for a look that lasts against all odds.

5. Sonia Kashuk Hidden Agenda Concealer Set – Set has four shades of concealers—some a little pink, others more yellow—to mix and match, so you can customize your coverage daily to get exactly what you need.

6. Milani RUNWAY EYES Fashion Shadows – Six intense eye color bars in one luxury compact with a double ended sponge applicator. Use individually or combine the colors for a multidimensional impact. Each collection has been expertly matched and designed to use the lighter tones to highlight, the medium and dark tones to contour. This luxurious formula glides on effortlessly. Use WET for more color impact or DRY for a shimmer effect.

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Easy Summer Hair Styles

by HeatherG on March 23, 2012

We have a feeling this summer is going to be a hot one. It’s only the 3rd day of Spring and already feels like it should be summer. The summer heat can do a number on your hair from frizz to sweat. We’ve pick a few favorite hairstyles to try out this summer that will keep you stylish and cool.

The Bun – it can be worn many many ways; messy, braided, sleek and tucked.

The Pony Tail – this can also be worn and styled numerous ways, these are just a few of our favorites; braided, Barbi inspired, bubbled and long.

All the images were found on Pinterest.com. If you want to know how to re-create a hair-style pictured above, just visit pinterest.com/pinkappleonline!

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Green Drinks for a Healthy St. Patty’s Day

March 16, 2012

We’ve been taking full advantage of all the fun things you can find on Pinterest.com. This week the St. Patrick’s Day theme has been in full swing, and we’ve been pining away. While most enjoy a green been or ten we thought we’d share some other fun and healthy green drinks to try for St. [...]

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International Women’s Day 2012

March 8, 2012

Happy International Women’s Day!! Did you check out Google’s doodle today? If you did, then you would know that it’s International Women’s Day! It used to be called International Working Women’s Day and is marked every March 8th by celebrating and sending e-cards and gifts. Women all over the world are celebrating the 2012 Women’s [...]

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Spring 2012 Nail Polish Trends

March 2, 2012

Around this time of the year nail polish trends start making their big debut. So to help you narrow down your bottle selections, Refiner29.com put together 2012′s Most Swoon-Worthy Nail Polish Trends that are going to be everywhere this spring. Apologize to your wallet in advance: You’re not going to be able to resist stocking [...]

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Pinterest and Who You Need To Follow

February 15, 2012

It would seem these last couple weeks that Pinterest.com has really caught on. You used to ask, “Are you on Facebook?” or “Do you do Tweet?”. Now all you hear is, “Are you on Pinterest?” Do you love tearing out pictures and/or ideas from magazines? Is your computer desktop filled with images collected from Google [...]

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Looking Good for Facebook

February 3, 2012

You’ve always been told that first impressions are the most important, this same rule apples even for the internet. Social Networking has really taken off and looks like its here to stay – for a while. And no mater what social media outlet you use, a profile picture is probably the most important step to [...]

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Be Gorgeous for Valentine’s Day

February 3, 2012

Valentine’s Day is probably the biggest date night of the year and we know you want to look just gorgeous! Luckily for you Refinery29.com asked the beauty pros at the Paul Labrecque Salon & Spa in NYC to give you their ultimate get-ready guide for V-Day. Some of of the tips include how to create [...]

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