This weekend in NYC I was in disbelief as I peered out the window and saw snowflakes softly falling from the sky. The good news is, the weather was too warm for it to stick. Do you know what that means? Spring is coming! And soon after, summer, summer, summertime (cue Will Smith from his Fresh Prince days). Anyway, what better way to prepare for … Continue reading Get Glowing Skin this Spring with Per-fekt Beauty
Bold Strips One trend seen on the runway for spring 2013 was bold stripes. Whether you are looking for a striped dress, top or skirt – it can be certain that every store will be carrying spring’s newest trend. Worried that stripes won’t work for your body type? Throw those fears out the window. Stripes work for most body types. Dare to be bold! Leather … Continue reading Transitioning into Spring
Click on pictures to enlarge. Last week I attended Wet n’ Wild’s beauty blogger event in New York City, held at a penthouse in the luxurious Smyth hotel in Lower Manhattan. Wet n’ Wild has always held a special place in my makeup-obsessed heart, since it was the first brand of beauty products I was ever able to purchase. I’ve always been amazed at how … Continue reading Wet n’ Wild’s Beauty Blogger Event 2013
Last week I attended the Summer/Fall 2013 jewelry preview event of Kensie, held at the company’s beautiful showroom in New York City. I believe a woman’s outfit is never complete with at least one accessory, so I was excited to see the new pieces, which will be available at Macy’s later this year. Whether your style is boho chic, low-key or elegant, there is something … Continue reading Kensie Summer/Fall 2013 Jewelry Colelction
When: Thursday, February 28th – Sunday, March 3rd What Time: 12pm – 6pm Where: At select Sephora locations. Check Sephora.com to see if the event is at a Sephora near you. What: Celebrate the Color of the Year Embrace the beauty of EMERALD – the 2013 Color of the Year – with the new SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE Color of the Year Collection! Get a Color … Continue reading Event Alert: Celebrate the Color of the Year with SEPHORA + PANTONE UNIVERSE
A few weeks ago, I was introduced to Illamasqua’s limited edition Speckled Nail Varnish. The varnish was inspired by irregular markings on fragile bird eggs, and allows you to create professional multi-dimensional nail art with just a few swipes. Price: $16 Where to buy: Sephora.com, Sephora stores and Sephora at JCPenny stores. The Freckle shade is available exclusively at JCPenny. What I like: The creamy consistency of … Continue reading Illamasqua Limited Edition Speckled Nail Varnish
What is it?: Lancome Hypnose Doll Lashes Mascara Price: $26.00 What it does: The mascara claims to give lashes a doll-like, wide-eyed voluminous effect. An exclusive FiberShineTM formula sculpts, curls and adds shine to lashes, as it lifts and thickens. The Formula: The mascara formula is very thick and goopy. It took over 20 swipes to remove the excess product, and even after all that effort, there was still too much … Continue reading Lancome Hypnose Doll Lashes Mascara Review
In the past I’ve written about Maya Brenner Designs, a high-end jewelry collection favorited by some of the most hottest celebrities. This week the jewelry company is kicking off 2013 by having a celestial sale – 40% off all zodiac necklaces and birthstone rings through Jan. 14. Since the year has just begun, you can buy a special zodiac accessory for someone you know and hold … Continue reading Maya Brenner Zodiac Collection Sale
1. Druzy Necklaces, $40.00 2. Jay King Blue Lace Drusy Sterling Silver Drop Earrings, $89.90 3. Peter Ciesla Necklace, $690.00 4. Liz Larios Black Garnet Nugget Ring, $170.00 5. Raw peridot stud earrings, $14.00 6. Crystal Cave Rock Ring, $20.00 Continue reading Rocks and Stones may break my bones, but they will always look fashionable on me
For as long as I could remember, I’ve always suffered from hand eczema. This winter, my skin has been doing very well, but, I know that when summertime comes around I will be reaching for a tube of hydrocortisone, and wearing gloves just to wash my face. Whenever I’m approached by a skin care company to review a product, I’m never too excited because of … Continue reading Sebamed Skin Care Review
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