Win an 8 Day trip to Ecuador

Fashion brand Brooklyn Industries wants to send you on an 8-day adventure to Ecuador, where you will be able to explore the Galapagos Islands, hike through the Amazon Rainforest, or enjoy ceviche on the shores of the South Pacific Ocean. In addition to fun activities, the lucky winner of the will have the opportunity to savor local dishes, and hear locals tell stories about Kichwa myths … Continue reading Win an 8 Day trip to Ecuador

Interview with the Founder of Couture Luv

Ashley Williams, the brainchild behind online fashion boutique, Couture Luv, didn’t always want to work in the fashion industry. After receiving a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, she was on a career path of becoming a lawyer, until she realized she had a strong desire to combine her love of styling with her desire to be an entrepreneur. Williams now exercises her instinctual knowledge of … Continue reading Interview with the Founder of Couture Luv

New Semi-Permanent Smooth Lock in-salon service and At-Home Regimen

Yesterday I attended the press preview event for Redken’s new Semi-Permanent Smooth Lock in-salon service and retail line. This innovative new salon service and at-home regimen will be launching in early July, just in time for the summer when hair is most vulnerable to frizz. Whether hair is straight or curly, the 2-step heat-activated service is able to smooth strands, for a frizz-free result that … Continue reading New Semi-Permanent Smooth Lock in-salon service and At-Home Regimen

Sea Class Collection by Finn & Company

This summer escape to your favorite beach destination with the Sea Class Collection by Finn & Company. Finn & Co is a luxury skin care line produced by a mother/daughter team based in Maine. The duo creates products for women who would rather care for their skin naturally, and avoid the risk of procedures to look youthful. The company’s aromatic Sea Class collection contains two … Continue reading Sea Class Collection by Finn & Company

Meet Mr. Bones & Enter to win Cool prizes from Kiehl’s

Beauty brand Kiehl’s Since 1851, has skeletons in their closet. Well, okay, they don’t actually hide them in their closet, but skeletons are on display inside Kiehl’s thirteen New York metro area stores from June 2 through July 14th. The skeletons are a public art installation in celebration of the brand’s newest global program Meet Mr. Bones, a philanthropic partnership with celebrity influencers from all … Continue reading Meet Mr. Bones & Enter to win Cool prizes from Kiehl’s

Caitlin Kelly Designer Swimwear Spring/Summer 2013 Fashion Show

On Thursday, June 6, 2012, I attend the Spring/Summer 2013 preview fashion show of emerging fashion designer Caitlin Kelly on the Rooftop Solariam of TF Cornerstone’s 2 Gold Street in Manhattan’s Financial District. Set against the iconic backdrop of NYC skyscrapers, the fashion show featured Kelly’s four high-end mini swimwear collections: Maritime, Saraswati, Morgandy and Naima. Kelly’s Designer Swimwear line caters to everyone – women have … Continue reading Caitlin Kelly Designer Swimwear Spring/Summer 2013 Fashion Show

Ready to Go Nude this Summer?

It’s official, nude nails (aka foundation nails), are hot in 2012. Flesh-tone nails were prevalent on the runways of Fall 2012 Fashion Week, but made an even stronger appearance on the runways of Spring 2012. It’s a very easy-to-wear tread, often seen on Kate Middleton, but, as much as I am a fan of this chic nail trend, I have my hesitations. Why? Because the … Continue reading Ready to Go Nude this Summer?

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Enter to win Pureology’s Perfect 4 Platinum Brilliant Shine Kit!

***THIS CONTEST IS CLOSED*** Congratulations to Mary Beth Elderton***  This week, I raved about Pureology’s Perfect 4 Platinum Brilliant Shine Kit, a system is infused with protein-rich Keravis and plant extracts, that made my locks shiny, hydrated, and frizz-free. Starting today one lucky reader will have the chance repair their damaged hair with their very own full-sized kit. For a list of everything the kit … Continue reading Enter to win Pureology’s Perfect 4 Platinum Brilliant Shine Kit!

P 4 P Brilliant Blonde Box

Pureology’s Perfect 4 Platinum Brilliant Shine Kit

I’ve always envied the vibrant, silky smooth hair of models seen in advertisements. No matter what I do, my hair always seems to look dull, with no volume and lots of frizz. I recently gave Pureology’s Perfect 4 Platinum Brilliant Shine Kit a try. The system is infused with protein-rich Keravis and plant extracts, and was created to help repair damage, while strengthening and softening … Continue reading Pureology’s Perfect 4 Platinum Brilliant Shine Kit