"I have been blown away by the enthusiasm and passion that Tara brings into this world. Anyone who knows her would say the same and sees that her presence is infectious. She has taught me that I deserve the best out of life and by taking care of myself is of utmost importance in order for me to be the best person I can be for all those around me. I make it a priority to get facials, pedicures and manicures and yes buying lingerie! I have officially marked that on my calendar every month. It’s amazing how good that can feel! It’s the little things in life that mean so much, and Tara is that gem you find on a long stretch of a sandy beach. Thanks so much for your incredible insight into life and its pleasures. I love you." - Stacy

The Official Blog of Tara Marino - Femme Design Expert, Frenchie Wife, New Yorker Entrepreneur and Indie Mom.

Do you ever try to do -- too much?

This has been one of those incredible weeks where I became so excited I tried to do everything, literally all at once! We are stepping into a very exciting place at Elegant Femme, and I’ve had so many amazing opportunities to work with such a variety of individuals and expand our vision in unprecedented ways for all of you.

But I have to be honest, I got a little carried away this week, and found myself feeling occasionally overwhelmed from my New Yorker - DOING, just too much...

There was so much excitement! I had to slow down, and start ENJOYING everything we have created so far. So I called on my Frenchie, and went off to the Burke Williams Spa for 6 hours with my sister. Yes, I said 6 hours. I really, really needed a break!

I had two business breakthroughs while I was there meditating and drinking Gardenia Tea (you'll hear about the breakthroughs soon)!

So remember, if you truly want to discover inner harmony and balance in your daily life, an attentive exploration of your own “Femme Types” is absolutely essential to your personal development, sense of freedom and wellbeing...

Do, Be and Enjoy!

What have you been doing to relax and explore your own Femme Types?


With love and beauty always... Tara Marino
P.S I welcome your comments!
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Did it hit you?

Somewhere in our upbringing, way back in our formative years - when we were just working out where everything went and what everything meant - we somehow came to the conclusion that a closed door was a barrier, both literally and figuratively. The fact that we could not proceed along this particular path represented a significant hurdle. Metaphorically speaking, we come across many closed doors in our lives and often when we least expect them. Often our first reactions are dismay and despair, but we must learn to train ourselves, to look at this as a minor setback and merely a point in time. When the door closes, another one opens for us.

I know it's very easy to get disheartened, as we already have to lug around so many challenging projects and positions on a daily basis, but if you focus on your three different Femme Types, one or all of them can help you break through and pass any obstacle that you’re faced with.

You may be faced with a situation right now and you don't know what to do. Your secret is to change your perspective for a moment and see how one of your inner three women could look at this from a different angle; she could open up another door, with a bright new future beckoning beyond.

If you’re facing challenges at work, or have even been unfortunate enough to lose your job, ask your inner Indie to help and she will show you the path ahead. Indie is in tune with a broader perspective and while your inner New Yorker would certainly be distraught by this development, as productive and "no-nonsense” as she is, the Indie can be a very calming, powerful and comforting being, providing the perfect direction, right now.

Remember, when everything seems negative and you can't believe that your current circumstances are even happening to you, that within you is the ability to call on one of your Femme Types to provide the very lift that you need. Go ahead, open that other door, enhance your Indie!


With love and beauty always... Tara Marino
P.S I welcome your comments!
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Quick Fall Makeup

Hard to get ready with the kids around? I'll show you how and you can hear them in the background.

Makeup used:

Bare Essentials: Base Color: Well rested
Bare Essentials: Highlight Color: Kudos
Mascara: Larenim in Black
Bare Essentials Bronzer: Medium Tan



With love and beauty always... Tara Marino
P.S I welcome your comments!
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