Margo and Irene Gianos set out to create an amazing beauty brand... more than four years ago. This year their product was picked up by TheGrommet.com. The first retailer to carry Honestly Margo's products was Cayman's Clothiers Inc. in Norman, a business owned by a woman entrepreneur who inspired Margo, Irene Gianos said. "She could see a bit of that in her, that drive, and was totally on board, wanting to support her," Irene … [Read more...]
Irene and Margo Gianos Interview with News 9 to Promote TLC Kid Tycoon’s
At the age of 16, most kids are looking to get good grades, get a date to the dance or maybe a part time job, but not Margo Gianos. In between school and a social life, she runs one of the fastest growing beauty brands in America. Her company is Honestly Margo, and she started it in her kitchen in Oklahoma City when she was only 12. “My light bulb came on as a parent and I said, 'wait a second, this is a drive she has within herself to start a … [Read more...]
Out Of Office: Out To Market
If you can dream it, you can do it. YGG! You Go Girl! Unstoppable! Why can't that be you! All those things. Blah blah blah... Ya ya we've heard them all, and ya ya... I talk about that stuff.. a LOT. Why? Because I believe in that shit. I do. So much so that I taught my daughter to believe that shit. And WAY back when (not that long ago) she started a little business out of our kitchen that is now a full fledged big … [Read more...]
Back To Market and Making a Dream Come True
A brief introduction to the new faces visiting to The OP Life. You know me as the blogger who loves fun cocktails, effortless understated style with both luxe and a bargain combined, gold and mirror, who always is trying to make the healthiest smartest choices as possible (not always as successful!), and who believes we need to live authentically. In case you didn't know, my daughter has a business of her own, and I also happen to be her … [Read more...]
Bubble Gum Goodness
For those of you who don't know, I have a 14 year old (yes now 14 as of yesterday) daughter who, when she was younger always was trying to find ways to make money. Literally getting on my computer and googling "ways to make money 10 year old". I'm not kidding. Fast forward, she has now created her own lip balms and is the creator of Honestly Margo, a natural lip balm company. You can see more about it HERE. Anyhoo, she has a limited number … [Read more...]
Girlfriend’s Car Survival Kit
Girlfriends, listen up. I've put together a little "survival kit" for us. Not talking jumper cables or the AAA card… I'm talking a girl's NECESSITIES! Cute bag to keep all the goods together. (similar) Breath mints Mini hand cream Small perfume Lip balms Hair ties Hair clippy Dental floss Wipes Asprin, advil, tylenol or whatever works for you Small notepad (similar) Am I right or am I right? In case we … [Read more...]
Honestly Healing
True story... (not that any of my stories are UNtrue... just sayin...) I received a message a few days ago that gave me goosebumps and brought tears to my eyes. I had to share this with all of you because I'm passing this message on as an unbiased product review from one person who wished to remain anonymous, but clearly it's something so small that made such a difference in her world. Let's call my friend "Sue". Sue is a middle aged … [Read more...]
A little love from me to you…
I can't pass Valentine's Day without giving some love to you, my readers. Here's the deal... I poured a tiny bit of my heart out to you on Friday, but not fully. Most of you know I began my blog as a vehicle to vent about living a life ON PURPOSE and sharing all of my passions with you. I hope I have made some kind of a difference in your life, even if it's been by simply getting a new recipe I've shared! But I truly have discovered my love … [Read more...]
Two Giveaways
What's better than a giveaway? TWO giveaways! They say two is better than one, so why not pair up with someone and something I love? and TWO GIVEAWAYS! It's been a LONG time since I've done any and we're well overdue. I've partnered up with the pretty cool chic Honestly Margo to offer a pretty sweet pairing... If you haven't heard of who or what she is, get ready to put a smile on your face. If … [Read more...]
5 for 11-1
1. Is it already November? I thought summer was just here..... 2. I am SO glad I didn't buy Halloween candy that I like this year. Trying to keep that laser beam focus and practice self control and will power. I mean, who needs those wonderful, yummy Reese's Peanut Butter Cups anyways, right??? (um ME!) If you're needing some help with what to do with your leftover candy from yesterday's diet bomb, hop on over HERE. 3. I am excited I've … [Read more...]
Fabulousness on Friday, Five of them
My life's experiences this week have been nothing but priceless. And keeping it to 5 is going to be hard, so bear with me if some of the 5 have more than one thing, for those of you who compartmentalize it all in the brain. 1. I learned what vodka penne pasta pizza was.... and it haunted me thoughout the night with nausea beyond. Was it worth it? Maybe! {{wink!!}} ....and I got to eat some of the most AMAZING cake batter EVER (because I … [Read more...]
Friday’s Five
Hello Lovelies! It's FRIDAY.... WHEW! Are you exhausted too? Well, let's get down to some serious business, shall we? 1. First things first.... WINNER WINNER CHICKEN DINNER!!! Who is the lucky one who gets the sweetest treats for their lips? Comment #14, from random.org. Abby W! Reach out to me so we can get you this wonderful product... like NOW!!! Thank you all for chiming in on this one! Truly sending you cyber-smooches all over … [Read more...]
Wall Calendar, A Sneak Peek and Last Call
I was inspired by my dear friend Amy who has an absolute FABBBBBY mud room (well WHOLE house) but one thing in particular caught my attention... her family calendar. Those of us who have many things to juggle know how hard it all can be to keep it all straight. And yes, I know we've talked before about paper calendars vs phone app, but I'm visual. I will TOTALLY remember it more if I write it and if I SEE it in front of me. Now, mine is a … [Read more...]
Launching Honestly Margo
Today is a special day. I'm officially coming out with it. And I'm SO proud and excited.... Meet Margo! 12 year old dreamer, fun girl, driven, passionate, and entrepreneur. Margo is the creator and founder of Honestly Margo, a new beauty brand offering all natural lip balm. (cute video you might like by the way!) From a young girl, she has always been pursuing SOMETHING. What that SOMETHING was was yet to be discovered, at least until … [Read more...]
