Film & Photography Blog
I've officially posted a new blog with some of my work and freelance photography shot.
EVE Motion is available for your viewing pleasure; here's a small sample.
www.evemotion.blogspot.com
Labels: affordable south florida photography and film, event video and photography, family portraits, outdoor photography, south florida portraits, south florida videogrpaher, special event filming, wedding videos
Summer Street Skater OOTD
I've still got some youth in me and until I hit the big 3-0 I will be sporting [some] young trends.
Top: Marshalls
Skirt: Forever21
Shoes: Ross
Labels: forever 21, forever21 clothes, forever21 fashion, foreverxxi, haul, marshalls clothing, ross clothing, skater skirt, street fashion, summer fashion, summer favorites, summer ootd, summer trends, trend
Good Eats with Emmy
Eating clean and healthy on a day to day basis can be a bit challenging, especially for those always on the go or busy bees. Working from home makes it easy for me to keep my diet in check since I control 90% of what is in my refrigerator and cabinets. I think this is the best way to make sure that bad eating doesn't happen; controlling what I put in my shopping cart, controls what I eat at home. 
And what do I mostly buy? Vegetables! This food group is lowest in calories which allows one to be able to consume more of it while providing power through nutrients.
Fruits are another must-have in the home but I'll admit it's not something I grab for easily. Try avoiding juice and you all know soda is a NO-NO.
Who doesn't like snacks? There's a reason why chips, popcorn, snickers bars all have a cult following and do so well in stores. It's because we like to much on things in between meals. Curb your appetite and fuel the body with nuts. Be careful not to eat too much though, these pack a punch in the calorie department.
More fruits and veggies. These foods are full of antioxidants, vitamin C and all kinds of goodness. Substitute mayo for avocado, ketchup for fresh tomatoes, plain old regular yogurt for creamy greek yogurt.
This is what goes from my shopping cart to my kitchen counter and cabinets. Clean, healthy eating is easily attainable if you grab fresh, home grown produce as opposed to bagged "foods" in the grocery aisle.
You make it a great day,
Emmy Vargas
Labels: clean eating, eat clean, emmy vargas, fruits, good food, healthy diet, healthy food, healthy lifestyle, shop healthy, vegetables, vegetarian food
Roadie OOTD
I recently took a trip with my twin and the kids to visit family in Palm Beach. I was on my way to shoot some photography for a cousin who's expecting. I knew the day would be hot so I dressed accordingly keeping in mind that I had to attend her baby shower as well.
The blouse was a sleeveless, lightweight vest featuring an open back which allowed for a cool aeration when the wind blew.
(TJ Maxx)
The polka dot skater skirt, also known as circle skirt was the perfect pairing for the light top and is right on trend with summer fashions.
(Forever21)
I was so happy to have found these flats and at such an affordable price [$13.99]. I thought it perfect for the amount of walking to be had that day.
(Ross)
You can view my video ootd/vlog on my youtube channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/Emmy8405
Labels: circle skirt outfit, clothes, forever 21, ootd, skater skirt, summer clothing, summer fashion, summer ootd, summer outfits, summer trends
Summer Faves
During the summer, you'll be hard pressed to find me in any semblance of
makeup in South Florida; it's just too hot for it. But there are days
when a girl wants to get dolled up [some] and these are my typical facial
product choices.
Iman stick foundation in Earth 7 offers a light, powder finish for under my eyes, since I opt out of using concealer, which can be oily, thus producing more sweat.
I love this bronzer and pretty much wear it all year round. CoverGirl Queen Collection mineral bronzer in "Ebony"
This "little pink tin" was gifted to me by a good friend, Matzvi, and it's the perfect lip balm.
I use MAC's MSF in "Deep/Dark" all over the face just to help with blotting out oil.
THE most important summer item on my list however is bug repellant. It's so hot and humid here that the mosquitos and bugs are in full force. So on days in the back yard or at the park, these sprays and cream are a MUST.
Repel Natural and Off! Botanical (both are deet free) but I use sprays with deet on forest-like park days.
And finally, the only fragrance I use is this light, floral perfume "rose the one"
It is so fresh and unoffensive [imo] and perfect for summer days.
Thanks for reading and sharing my summer must-haves,
You make it a great day.
Emmy
Labels: black makeup beauty, iman stick foundation, mac mineralized skin finish, makeup for women of color, product review, summer favorites, summer must haves, summer trends
Redefining Diet + Health
When someone says "diet" the immediate understanding of the word is a short-term fast of sorts or eating healthy for a quick stint of time. The word "diet" has become a fad to lose weight quickly and typically targeted towards a specific time of the year (ie Summer). However the term diet when used properly means a habitual consumption of food. And that is why nutritionists and health professionals use the term in a phrase that includes the word "healthy". Having a "healthy diet" is much more effective and has longer lasting results as opposed to "going on a diet". So rather than choosing to "go on a diet" I chose to change my lifestyle and eat healthy regularly, thus adopting a "healthy diet". Another misconception is that diets will result in weight loss. This is an illusion. The number decrease when on a diet is merely water. What you want is FAT LOSS. And that can only be seen in the mirror and with a measuring tape. Changing the way I thought about weight loss was the most freeing thing I could have done. With this change, not only have I lost a significant amount of weight [namely fat] I also feel better. I have more energy, and my body responded to nutrition and exercise tremendously well.
I started the journey to a healthier me in June of 2011. I tried the ever so popular Master Cleanse and admit that I did lose weight, but it wasn't the kind of weight that an overweight or obese person wants to lose. When trying to lose weight, especially for those that have a high body fat percentage, the goal is to lose [burn] fat. Diets do not provide this. In order to actually lose weight [fat] a healthy lifestyle that includes exercise and healthy eating habits is a MUST. So after doing the Master Cleanse I put the weight right back on because I wasn't burning fat and because the diet was short term it did not help me keep the weight off. Weight loss is not the number on the scale but the number on the measuring tape. When numbers decrease or remain the same on a scale, there is no knowing what that is attributed to. The scale remains the same it could be that nothing is happening OR the body is building muscle which is heavier than fat; but that's ok because it burns fat and essentially takes its place.
In 2012, I began to see the results of fat loss once I threw out the notion that I deserve to eat whatever I want because I'm an adult and person who likes food. I love food, I admit, but allowing it to rule me was showing physically on my body. So I got my lazy butt off the couch and in front of the computer and went to the gym. I worked out HARD and it was grueling. But aside from actually seeing results, the reward was knowing that I was doing something. That I was shaping my mind and body with my own hands and will. There is something so triumphant in completing a tough workout. It makes you feel incredible, invincible. And I found that with this lifestyle change, not only was my body shrinking and my mindset freed, other aspects of my life were changing for the better.
So redefining "health" and "diet" is just one thing in life that can be a catalyst to change. Maybe approaching other things in life with a different mindset or redefining situations can help achieve more favorable results or a better understanding that sits well with everyone.
You make it a great day.
Labels: bad diets, eat clean, fat loss, fitness, health, healthy diet, healthy lifestyle, how to lose weight, nutrition, weightloss, weightloss journey
Blue Hair...Yes
I have wanted blue hair since I was in high school and I saw a hair color commercial with a brunnette and long flowing straight blue/black hair. I thought it was so chic then. Now I think it's completely badass and I just had to have it. In actuality, coloredbeautiful on Youtube brought the desire back to the forefront for me. So I hopped along to Sally Beauty Supply and purchased three hair colors because I became indecisive once in the hair color aisle.
I ended up with Manic Panic "Shocking Blue" and "Ultra Violet" and N Rage Color "Purple Plum"
Items needed: Gloves (keep hands dye free and protect from bleach), Petroleum (same as gloves for scalp and forehead), hair color, deep conditioner (to treat hair after color), lightener or bleach and activator (to help colors stand out if desired).
End result is LOVE!
Also went a little bleach happy and ombre'd a wig I had. This will probably be purple in the next coming weeks.
Labels: bleach dark hair, blue hair, hair color, manic panic, manic panic shocking blue
Name: Emmy Vargas
This blog is as it is titled. A lifestyle page with all encompassing facets of myself.