Monster High Dolls, “Dead Tired” Cleo De Nile:  Daughter of The Mummy! 

The Price of this toy is: good as I found it for only $12.99, however I think these dolls are hideous and wouldn’t waste a dollar on them.

This toy would be great for: no child at any age.  This doll sends a negative message to kids.

The benefits of this toy seems to be: Nothing.  I understand that these dolls are supposed to be monsters, but I find it just gross and disturbing that Cleo De Nile: Daughter of The Mummy, has limbs that can come off!  WTH?

The downsides are: Many!  Besides the fact that her limbs can come off, she’s WAY TOO SKINNY and she has a permanently arched back and butt that juts out!!  I think it may even be worse than Barbie and I like Barbie.  Cleo De Nile’s face is gorgeous, like a model, even though she’s the daughter of a mummy, and it makes me wonder what kind of body images are these dolls sending to little girls? How realistic is it to have a perfect face on an overly skinny body with limbs that can be removed?! Hmm? Also, she came with shoes that were difficult to get on her feet, perhaps a petty side note, but one still worth telling.  

This toy reminds me of:  Bratz if they were related to The Munsters.

I would buy this for my child/another child:  NOT!!!!

Lego: Ninjago ‘Masters of Spinjitzu’ 

The price of this toy is: Fair.  I found it priced at $13.30.

The toy would be great for: older kids, I would say age 10 to 14 years old.  The box says age 7 to 14, but here is my issue with this, there are a million small parts!  A 7 year old would definitely need an adult’s assistance on putting this together.  Also, it’s a martial arts “fighting” toy, so I think it would be better suited for older kids.

The benefits of this toy seem to be: that a child must really use their brain and coordination to put all these small Lego parts together.

The downsides are:  The toy is of a violent nature, which is not my cup of tea, but I can see the appeal of it to kids.

This toy reminds me of:  Unfortunately, it doesn’t remind me of anything.  Probably because this is not the type of toy I would have played with when I was little and I have a 2 year old daughter who doesn’t fit this toy demographic.

I would buy this for another child who is older and would enjoy putting together such elaborate Lego pieces.

Air Swimmers: Giant Flying Clownfish 

The Price of this toy is: Overpriced at $39.99 and this doesn’t include the helium that needs to go in it.  The toy’s parts are cheaply made and incredibly frustrating to put together too!  The directions are AWFUL!  Once it was put together we had difficulty with the parts staying secure, disappointingly flimsy.   

This toy would be great for: an older child so that they can control the Air Swimmer themselves. However, a parent could entertain a toddler with it, if you can manage to put it together and get it off the ground.   

The benefits of this toy seems to be: that if you are able to get the toy put together and off the ground (we had difficulty with that) then it is fun.  The concept of the toy is a good one, but the engineering behind it needs a lot of improvement.   

The downsides are: that this toy does not seem to have staying power and what I mean by that is that it seems as if it may break at any moment.  It is also extremely challenging to assemble.  Don’t lose the instructions, even though they are almost useless. 

This toy reminds me of: absolutely nothing.  It’s a pretty unique idea for a toy, but I’ll wait for Air Swimmers 3.0 (the next generation).  Hopefully by then, it will be executed better.  

I would buy this for my child/another child:  Actually, I wouldn’t buy this for any child.  4o bucks can go to a better quality, educational toy that won’t give me a headache to put together and won’t be so flimsy.  

LeapPad Explorer  

The price of this toy is: Good, considering all that it does.   You can find the LeapPad Explorer from anywhere between $59.99 t0 $69.99, and although this seems pricey, it’s a good deal for all the cool features that it has.  

This toy would be great for: any young child, recommended for kids between the ages of four to eight years old.  This is a fantastic toy for your child to bring on a flight or a long car ride.   

The benefits of this toy seems to be: Many!  I loved this toy, there are tons of both fun and educational things for kids to choose from on the LeapPad Explorer.  There are Games and Apps, eBooks for reading, a built in Camera and Video Camera, Share and Learn Activities, and a Creativity category too.  For those parents out there who are afraid to have their child handle your iPad with their games and activities on it, then this is an excellent solution to that!  You can also choose from the LeapPad Explorer app library to download apps with characters your kids love, like Pixar’s Cars, Disney Princesses, Scooby Doo, and so much more! There is a cool touch screen and it comes in your child’s choice of green or purple!  It is also durable, which of course is a must for any kid’s toy, especially a high tech one.     

The downsides are: None (maybe they could give the kids some more color choices?) 

This toy reminds me of: an iPad or tablet for kids! 

I would buy this for my child/another child: Absolutely!  This is definitely a high quality smart toy!

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My body type is petite.

Lucky Brand- ‘Lola Bootcut’

Fit: I am 5’2 in height and these jeans are way too long for me and apparently they don’t carry any jeans that I wouldn’t have to hem up.  I was disappointed on how they sagged off my butt too, is it more lady like to say “bottom?”  They even sagged from the back of my legs!  Either way, baby have back, but I guess not enough of it to fill these jeans.  

Texture/Color is:  The texture was comfortable and the color was your typical, dark blue, slightly washed out jeans.

Make me feel: Frumpy

Would wear it: absolutely no where.

I’d recommend to: somebody who is tall and curvy.

I feel the price is: too much and that you are simply just paying for the name.  They were $99.00, but in my opinion not anything special enough to pay that amount.

Lees-Fit Innovations

Fit:  Once again, too long in length, however this time a nice snug fit on my behind.

Texture/Color:  The texture is very soft and extremely comfortable.  The color was a nice dark rich blue.

Makes me feel: Skinny!  Lees surprisingly hugged my body nicely with the exception of the length being too long.

Would wear it:  Once again nowhere, just not my style.

I’d recommend to: My mom.

I feel the price is: Fair, it’s $54.00, which isn’t that bad for a pair of jeans these days.

Levis 515 ‘Bootcut’

Fit: Woo Hoo! First pair of jeans I tried on that carried “short” lengths and were actually an overall almost perfect fit (they could have just been a little more snug on the behind).

Texture/Color: Comfortable and your classic “blue” jean.

Makes me feel: Tall and Thin. 

Would wear it: casual outings like shopping, hanging out with family and friends, it definitely could be an everyday go-to jean for me.

I’d recommend to: Anyone, especially petite women who have difficulty finding jeans that fit their height properly.

I feel the price is: Good- $54.00 for jeans I could wear almost anywhere in my daily life is great!

True Religion High Rise Boot

Fit: Love how the hug thighs, butt and legs.  They are way too long though in length, however, they fit like a glove everywhere else.

Texture/Color is:  These jeans are very comfortable and the color had a slight washed out look to it that I like.

Makes me feel:  Stylish and Trendy 

Would wear it to:  A girl’s night out or a casual date with my hub.

I’d recommend to: Anyone looking for a comfortable and fashionable jean.

I feel the price is: Expensive at $149.99.  However, I liked these jeans so much that I would still buy them.  They are my winner of all four pair of jeans!

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Smells….both Sweet and Spicy, like sugar and spice, but without everything nice.  So why do I feel this way?  The scent just came on too strong and then faded throughout the day.

Would wear it to….honestly nowhere, it just wasn’t the fragrance for me.

Makes me feel….like I’m going to sneeze from an allergy attack because of the overwhelming strong scent.

I would proudly….display this bottle on my dresser because it is a pretty bottle and I do like Beyonce, but that’s about it.

Is perfect for….any woman who wants to be noticed immediately once she enters a room.

Beyoncé Heat photo is courtesy of Coty.

Cosmic Radiance, by Britney Spears

Smells….like a sweet fruit basket with a hint of vanilla and flowers with an underlining of musk…overall a pleasant scent.

Would wear it to….the beach on a summer’s day or any daytime activity.

Makes me feel…youthful.

I would honestly….admit to wearing this, really I would.

Is perfect for… a young woman in her 20s with its flirty, light scent.

Britney Spears Cosmic Radiance photo is courtesy of Elizabeth Arden.

Someday, by Justin Bieber

Smells like…cotton candy and baby powder.

Would wear it to….my homecoming dance if I were 14 again.

Makes me feel…like a teenage girl.

I would pay for it…and give it to my niece.

Is perfect for….any tween or teenage girl, especially those with Bieber Fever.

Justin Bieber Someday photo is courtesy of Give Back Brands.

Jennifer Aniston, by Jennifer Aniston

Smells like…citrus with a light floral scent. There really isn’t anything too exciting or offensive about this fragrance, it’s just kind of there and then the fragrance wears off quickly.

Would wear it to….bed with my husband on a night when I just want to go to sleep.

Makes me feel…underwhelmed.

I would proudly display this on my dresser…for the simple fact that I am a fan of Jennifer Aniston even though I’m not a fan of her perfume.

Is perfect for….I’m sure someone out there, just not me.

Jennifer Aniston’s Jennifer Aniston photo is courtesy of Falic Fashion Group

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