#notetoself Pay closer attention to the letter next to the shoe size when you’re ordering shoes online. Because it means something.
DUH, KAREN!
I decided to treat myself to new running shoes as a reward for writing in The Five-Minute Journal for two weeks straight.
(Well…I needed the shoes anyway, but this was a good excuse!)
So I ordered these cute Brooks Ravenna 9s from Amazon, thinking I’d get them in time to break in on my Saturday morning run, but alas…they aren’t on my feet.
Only as I was tearing into the box did I see that it was marked “WIDE” and “7.5 D.”
Apparently, the “D” means wide, for people with wider feet, which I didn’t realize when I put them in my cart.
I always get regular width shoes, which are sometimes marked as, but it’s usually just implied, width “B,” so back these go.
I did briefly consider keeping them anyway, because I was SO looking forward into running in them today, but better safe than sorry. These cuties are going back, and I’m going to re-order them in regular width.
I’m really particular about how my running shoes fit. No, seriously, if there’s even one grain of sand all up in there, I’m completely non-functional! I’m that nightmare person who will stop every five steps when I feel anything off with my shoe situation.
So, yeah, pay attention to that little letter when you’re ordering shoes.
That’s my tip for the day!
In other news…boy, oh boy, this felt like a long week to me. I am SO happy today is Saturday. I’m just settling in with the new Entertainment Weekly and my first cup of coffee, ah… 🙂 While I skim through this, here are some stories that caught my eye this week.
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Do you love Chanel? And video games? Do you live around Toronto? If you answered yes to these questions, you totally need to do those of us who don’t live anywhere near Toronto a solid and play these Chanel video games like right now.
I MEAN, WHAT THE WHAT?! Um…can you imagine a Chanel version of Super Mario Bros? That would be so next level!
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These color-shifting pigments look like rainbows on skin. They’re made by an indie line called Dawn Eyes Cosmetics, which probably means that one of the big brands will copy the idea in the not-too-distant future, le sigh.
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This beauty editor bride prepped for her wedding by employing a beauty regimen that started six months before the big day. It started with monthly doses of “baby Botox,” a micro-droplet technique used on the brows and forehead to smooth fine lines, and a series of laser treatments for discoloration, sun damage and scarring.
Any cysts from acne were immediately injected with cortisone at the dermatologist’s office, so the breakout would have time to heal and not leave a scar.
That’s a lot to take in! Basically, my wedding prep was way less intense. I got a massage and plucked my brows the day before, and I also hired a makeup artist to help me get ready for the ceremony on the actual day.
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Foundations and concealers to try if your skin is breaking out.
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“Boy beat” has been making the rounds on Instagram as of late, but it means different things to different peeps. Sir John (my makeup hero) says “it’s an androgynous way to look at makeup being masculine and feminine at the same time, adding a bit more structure than you would have naturally.”
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This artist does cute illustrations of popular palettes and makeup collections.
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The best, coolest makeup tutorial I’ve seen in a really long time involves blue under-eye concealer, glitter and a six-year-old girl who happens to be Pink’s daughter.
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In case you were wondering if your hair mousse or nail polish remover will catch on fire, this dude (who could possibly be a pyromaniac) has the answers.
And now, how to paint a realistic cat…
I’m thinking of making this for Easter Sunday.
If I were running in my new shoes, I’d be listening to this.
Serenity now…
Have a great weekend, babe. Talk to you very soon. 🙂
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Hi Karen! I almost bought the Brooks Ravenna’s because I had the Ghost 10s & I loved them but I overpronate a bit. So I did some research and I am trying Altra’s because they supposedly force you to run more naturally in proper alignment with a wide toe box and can last 4 times longer. They are the ugliest running shoes I have ever seen. If they don’t work out, I am going for the Ravenna’s. I almost wish I would have, they are so much cuter. Keep us posted on how you like them!
I’m cracking up over the Chanel video games. Actually, I was just saying yesterday that there should be a middle-aged lady video game that involves getting the maximum amount of stuff in your car at the store. Sort of like a Lowe’s-parking-lot Tetris, with plant pots, curtain rods, and several gallons of paint. ?
I’m totally counting down to payday to buy my younger niece your amazing new Golden Girls tee. She is a huge GG fan (at 11 years old, lol) and will absolutely flip out. Thank you for making it purple, btw, because she hates pink.
How funny, I just settled in on the couch and wanted to start reading my EW magazines too. I’m a bit behind so I have several to go through. I told myself I need to get through meal planning and making my grocery list first. I’m going to check out that recipe you posted. It looks good!
That’s a cool video about how nail polish is made! It reminds me of something I saw as a kid on Sesame Street or Mr. Rogers about how crayons are made. I know I’m dating myself. 🙂
Happy Caturday! All the kitties are currently snoozing in their favorite spots. 🙂
I recently had the opposite problem with a pair of athletic shoes! I’m on my feet a lot for one of my jobs, so I bought Hoka One One’s Bondi 5 shoe. I’m a size 8, and it was too narrow — my big toe was ready to rub through the shoe. Turns out I need an 8 wide.
I had to return them. That style offers a wide in only a few colors, and the only one currently available is one that I don’t care for. Sigh. Hopefully they’ll come back in stock soon! I definitely agree with you that if there’s something wrong with my shoes, I can’t keep wearing them.
I could watch the painting of Yves for hours!
OMG those eyeshadows! That is nuts!
as someone with really narrow feet, those letters are reallllly important to me too.
Brooks are good. I have a neutral foot but lean towards pf as maybe I’m 12 hr shifts on my feet 50+ hrs a week, so I have a cushy shoe. Love Hoka One One Speed Goat ( they are trail shoes but great on the road) and Mizunos Wave Creation for running.
Work I wear a on sale running shoe.
Playlist I love running to Latino pop…great beat love Nicky Jam.
I’ve run in 5 iterations of this shoe and I HAAAAAAAATE this version. I got about 115 miles out of them and went to Saucony. These are bad. They don’t have the same support or cushion they’ve always had. Maybe you’ll have a better experience, but I can’t stand them!
Hi Jill,
Which Saucony’s do you wear? I’ve been wearing the Saucony Grid Omnis for a while now and while I like them they don’t seem to have lasted as long as my Ravennas (I’ve only worn the Ravenna 7s, and I liked them). I’ve read mixed reviews of the new version; although I’m nervous about the support I do love the idea of a lighter shoe. My Sauconys are HEAVY!
Have you heard of /tried Fyrinnae cosmetics. They have been doing the color changing eyeshadows for a long time, and have quite the following. I keep meaning to buy some!
I love your Saturday Surfing (I’m a week behind, I know. Babies … working … pregnacy … LOL). Always some neat articles! It was cool watching the nail polish be made. Oh nail polish, it’s so great. I’ve always wondered how Indie brands make their polishes! (no big machinery to fill and mix the color/liquid)
Any chance you could change it so your links open up in a new tab? I mean, it’s not that big of a deal, I just always forget to ‘right click and open in new tab’ – as I always close the tab instead of going back LOL.
Hi Miki,
HAPPY FRIDAY! I have heard of Fyrinnae! I haven’t gotten around to try them yet (so many eyeshadows, so little time, LOL!). I want to try Juvia’s Place next. Have you heard of that line?
Um, let me see about the link thing. I can’t promise that I can do it but I’ll try.