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    Name Your Car Day @Ford

    We name our kids. We name our pets. In fact, we even name our cars. Today (Thursday, October 2) is Name Your Car Day, and according to a recent survey*, one in four owners name their cars!

    Through the years, pop culture has borne a variety of vehicle names, from “Bullitt” in 1968 — to Mad Max’s “The Interceptor” in 1977 — to “Eleanor” in Gone in Sixty Seconds.

    Naming one’s car can be a unique and personal process, and to mark the special occasion, Ford teamed up with Fit Pregnancy to reveal the list of top 10 favorite names** for the year and naming trends for the one that’s getting you from point A to point B. So next time you bring that brand new “baby” home for the first time, you can welcome your car with a special name!

    HI! MY NAME IS…

    Without further ado, we present to you — Ford and Fit Pregnancy‘s favorite car names for 2014! (In alphabetical order)

    • Betty
    • Black Pearl
    • Ester
    • Fiona
    • Jarvis
    • Lucy
    • Penelope
    • Scarlet
    • Stella
    • Rocket

    WHAT’S NEXT IN NAMING!

    • Lights, Camera, Action —  Movies and TV names are still all the rage! While this trend isn’t exactly new, pop culture, especially TV shows and movies, can turn a relatively unheard of name into the baby name of the year — and car names have followed suit. Ford drivers have called their cars “Stormtrooper,” “Millennium Falcon,” “My Precious,” “Black Pearl,” “Jarvis” and “Optimus Prime” to name a few!
    • A Perfect Ending — Names ending in “et” are nothing new, but they’re becoming increasingly popular. While the actual spelling is a pretty big trend, the sound is probably the more important factor — and one that car owners have honed in on! Ford owners have given names such as “Scarlet” and “Rocket” their cars.
    • Classic Cool — Very vintage is very cool. Old-school names are just like that great vintage piece — eternally cool and never goes out of style. These are also classic favorites for car owners, and Ford drivers have a long list of lovely lady names that have been given to their cars. Names like “Fiona,” “Betty,” “Lucy,” “Ester” and “Penelope” make the list!

    *Survey conducted by Nationwide Insurance.

    **In 2014, Ford polled its online Facebook community to discover the favorite names Ford owners gave to their favorite Ford cars.

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    Looking Good: Styling Your Hair and Make-Up On Your Wedding Day

    Once you have planned your dream wedding day to the final detail, it can be difficult to know how to style your hair and makeup. There is so much choice with different bridal styles. Bridal hair magazines have a wide range of different, gorgeous styles. Let’s be honest, the choice can be overwhelming. Do you go for a classic up do? Or do you choose something a little simpler? When you start considering how to wear your makeup on the day, suddenly it all becomes something of a minefield. Most brides are ready to throw the towel in at this point! It can be very difficult to decide how to style your look for the most important day in your life.

    Many brides are keen to look like a better version of themselves. Makeup and hair can be a trial for many women. Some prefer the DIY route, whereas others want a professional makeup artist to assist them with the quest of looking the best.

    Whatever route you choose to take, there are some utterly divine hair and makeup styling tips that you can use on your dream day. Let’s take a look at them.

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    Look Like You: That’s Who He Fell in Love With

    While it may be tempting to pile on a heap of makeup and look like someone else for the day, this is not the route to take. But, if you don’t use contouring makeup and tricks of the trade in reality, you certainly don’t want to do that on your wedding day. Think about Kim Kardashian. She wore a lot of makeup on her wedding day, but she is a big fan of makeup in the first instance.

    Think about your own personal style in the main. If you wear a lot of makeup on a daily basis, toning it down on your wedding day may cause people to be somewhat surprised. Likewise, if you are more of a natural beauty which only wears a slick of mascara, caking on the foundation will surprise your guests too. You want to look like you, but better. Wear the makeup that you always wear, but opt for top quality brands and implement a skin care regimen so that you look fantastic.

     

    DIY or Professional Route: Which is Better?

    It all depends on your own skills and expertise. If you are not au fait with putting on makeup, doing your own may be somewhat problematic. After all, you want to look fabulous. So, if you are a little slapdash with makeup, it may be ideal to get in a professional makeup artist. This will ensure that you look picture perfect for the main event. You don’t have to do this with your bridesmaids. You can look the bell of the ball and leave them to do their own makeup. Consider how you want to look on your big day and communicate clearly with your makeup artist. There are a wealth of wedding planning tips and articles online, so make sure that you use them. Go for trials and see how they complete your look. You need to make sure that you are comfortable with the makeup that they put you in. If not, it may be advisable to do it yourself.

     

    Don’t Forget to Prime!

    If you haven’t heard of primer, you must have been living under a rock. Primer is the key to making your face look flawless. Primer is the ultimate beauty to have at your disposal. On your wedding, this is going to be vital. Ensure that you have a good quality primer that assists you with your makeup and skin tone. You should prime your face for a perfect finish. What is more, primer will ensure that any blemishes within your skin are reduced. It is critical that you have this with you. Pores and fine lines will be filled in, giving a matte like smooth appearance. This will make your wedding photos look nothing short of amazing.

     

    Hair Styles: What Are the Top Trends for 2015?

    Many brides will forgo fashion when it comes to their dress. But, having the perfect hairstyle will very much depend on trends. You want to look nothing short of fabulous, but your hairstyle should compliment your wedding dress.

    There are some incredible ways to wear your hair on your wedding day. Here are our top picks.

    Up-Do’s: Simple and Elegant

    Many brides-to-be choose to have a simple, yet elegant up do. This is, usually, done with brides who are keen to include a veil or tiara as part of their accessories. There is a wealth of up do options that you can consider. Some people have curls that are pinned to the lower portion of their head with bobby pins. Others incorporate braids and curls into a side bun. There is a wealth of up do choice. It all depends on what accessories you have chosen. For many women with tiaras, headbands and slides they want to keep their hair the focal point. The accessories are used to compliment the hair style and add a touch of glamour to their hair.

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    Bohemian Waves

    If you have something of a bohemian style wedding dress that is adorned with lace, pure waves can look enchanting. Think Kate Moss and add a simple flower to your hair. This can look very elegant, but also not ‘overdone’. The key to keeping it bohemian is to accessorize less for maximum impact.

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    Curly Girl

    Some ladies choose to have a full set of curls on their wedding day. This is perfect for brides that have chosen a strapless dress and want to cover their bare shoulders in some way. Having a beautiful extended set of curls can look stunning. But, this style tends to compliment those that have a veil placed in their hair. This is so that the form looks more like a wedding do. After all, many of us curl our hair for a night out anyway. You want your hair to look truly unique on your big day.

    There are so many options to consider when you are getting married. But, having the perfect makeup, and hairstyle can really enhance the look of your dress.