Jen Young, Author at Forever Styled

About Jen Young

Jen traces her Southern roots to Georgia and Tennessee, where she was born and raised (listen closely … the accent is still there). Texas won her heart when she attended Baylor University, and she now resides in Austin, where she and her husband, Jason, enjoy raising their two children, Jackson and Julia.

Entries by Jen Young

2017 Summer Beach Totes

June 7, 2017 in Other, poolbag, Seasonal Trends, Shopping, Summertime Essentials /by Jen Young

Hello Sunshine! Hope your local weather forecast, like the rain we’ve had in Austin, hasn’t brought you down in the dumps. Perhaps many of you can’t wait to head to the beach or simply seek out the warm summer sun instead? I don’t know about you, but some serious Vitamin D is calling my name. I […]

BAGS FOR EVERY OCCASION

May 31, 2017 in Outfit Inspiration, Shopping, Wardrobe Essentials /by Jen Young

We are always looking for outfit and make up tips for taking things from day to night… But what about the key accessory—the perfect handbag? I often times see stunning ensembles and on point hair but am thrown off by the bag. Let’s face it, there are times in life we need to stuff our […]

JUST IN TIME FOR MEMORIAL DAY

May 22, 2017 in Holidays, summertime /by Jen Young

DRESS // EARRINGS (Similar HERE) // PURSE // SHOES (similar HERE) Many of you asked about the dress I wore to the Lake Travis Education Foundation’s Butterfly Brunch so I am here to give you a little insiders look – just in time to be inspired by red, white and blue for Memorial Day. […]

Beauty Trends: Contouring

May 19, 2017 in Beauty /by Jen Young

We have one final look for our Beauty Trend series by Shirley from Adore Boutique, and it’s all about the contouring. If you are anything like me this is one your struggle with. Where do you put it? How do I move the brush? Why do I turn out looking like a bronzed clown 9 […]

Beauty Trend: Bold Lip

May 17, 2017 in Beauty /by Jen Young

We are back at it with the next summer beauty trend and it is all about lips. This season it’s about being bold, but knowing the right way to do so. Today Shirley will show us how to do a bright lip with a classic twist: LIPSTICK // LINER // BRUSH Start your bold summer lip […]

Beauty Trends: The Bronze Eye

May 15, 2017 in Beauty /by Jen Young

This summer is all about the shimmer and shine! I’ve paired up with my lovely friend, Shirley Cox, from Adore Boutique to give you tips and tricks on the latest beauty trends. Here is how to create the perfect summer eye: Brushes // Eye Base // Eyeshadow Kit Begin by prepping your eye […]

Make Mother’s Day Memorable This Year

May 9, 2017 in Holidays /by Jen Young

Where would we be without moms? Seriously… there are not enough words in the world to describe the impact, influence, and power that mothers have on the world. Mine especially. Cynthia Eitel, your are a gift from God and my best friend. May this coming weekend bring you utter joy as we celebrate […]

Floral Silk Minidress

May 5, 2017 in Outfit Inspiration /by Jen Young

The Dress // Heels // Bracelets (Similar here & here) // Necklaces Ladies, if you are looking to feel elegant and not lose all form of movement {a.k.a. hemline is too short to bend over}, I have found the ideal minidress for you! This Joie ditty from Nordstrom is the perfect pick. The sheer […]

Get Lean This Spring!

May 2, 2017 in Body Types /by Jen Young

To continue the saga of my work out clothing binge, and attempt to start a healthier life style, I am bringing in the big guns! Literally… my friend and fitness trainer/nutritionist, Laine Tvrdik, who has been helping me walk the walk and not just talk the talk to a lean lifestyle. Laine has […]

JEWELRY WITH A MISSION (Giveaway Included)

April 25, 2017 in Education, Gift Giving Guide /by Jen Young

I’ve got something awesome to share… a company with jewelry that is changing lives one bracelet or earring at a time! Noonday partners with talented artisan entrepreneurs to make a difference in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities. By developing artisan businesses through fair trade, they empower them to grow sustainably and to create dignified […]