09.01.2010
Meet Vinny from “Jersey Shore” at C.O. Bigelow’s Fashion’s Night Out!

So it seems that Fashion’s Night Out in NYC is all the rage this year. Personally, I get a little overhwhelmed at events like this…but when I heard that Jersey Shore’s very own Vinny Guadagnino will be making a cameo at C.O. Bigelow’s event, I had to let my readers know.

Head down to the C.O. Bigelow store at 414 6th Avenue in New York City between 7 and 8 PM on September 10th for a little meet and greet with Vinny. Now what does Vinny have to do with Fashion’s Night Out and especially C.O. Bigelow, you ask? Well, the reality star will be showcasing his grooming product essentials as well as his favorite products that he likes the ladies to wear. Oh boy, start swooning now and don’t forget your cameras.

08.31.2010
Whitney Port “kisses for a cause” at Sephora

So I’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about the LA-based charity organization, The Beauty Bus Foundation lately. And when I hear about one of my favorite reality TV stars teaming up with a great store like Sephora, I need to report it. Whitney Port kicked off the “Kiss for a Cause” initiative here in LA. The three week-long initiative benefits The Beauty Bus Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for homebound, terminally or chronically ill people and their primary caregivers by bringing beauty into their lives. During the promotion, Sephora is inviting its clients to try one of fall’s hottest trends- the bold, red lip and donate their kiss to the in-store collage. Whit was among the first to donate her kiss, choosing Make Up Forever’s Rouge Artist Intense Lipstick in #42, Moulin Rouge as her favorite shade.

Wanna get in on the action? From now until September 15th, $1 of every qualifying red lip purchase at Sephora will be donated in support of The Beauty Bus Foundation, up to $25,000. Check out your local Sephora store to find out which red lip products make the cut.

08.30.2010
2010 Emmy’s Recap

So on Sunday I had the privilege of attending the 2010 Emmy’s Red Carpet with my friend Aly. We sat front row as the celebs strutted their stuff down the red carpet and highlights, oh…there were tons of highlights. Aly and I both spotted our celeb twins (Angela from “The Office” for Aly and Jane Krakowski from “30Rock” for me) in addition to um, pretty much everyone who attended. My faves? Two words- January Jones. For some reason this dress doesn’t look as good in photographs but in person it actually made my jaw DROP. Claire Danes comes in as number two for me…it’s hard for us fair-skinned blondes to pull off a fleshy color like this but she does it and she does it well. Coming in at a trong third- well I try not to let my love for Jane Krakowski make me biased but you have to admit, she does look fabulous.

After the red carpet madness was over, Aly and I headed over to the Lukaro Salon in Beverly Hills for a fun viewing party thrown by Suave. Suave decided to hold an amazing contest where fans could vote on the beauty look that “Modern Family” star, Sofia Vergara, would wear at the awards show. The winner was “Glamorous Waves” and Sofia was styled by Suave Professionals celebrity Jenny Cho. The best part- Sofia’s entire award show look- the dress and Suave Professionals products used to create the winning look- will be auctioned off by the Clothes Off Our Back Fondation to benefit children’s charities across the glob. And how great does she look?

After mingling with friends and sipping on a “Suave-tini,” my stylist, Theodore, blew my hair out for a fun Emmy’s party look.

The “before”

The result

08.16.2010
Inspired By: Katy Perry’s “California Gurls”

So welcome to my new series- Inspired By. The first edition? Katy Perry’s “California Gurls.” After watching the music video I’m still a little confused as to what a cupcake bikini has to do with California but nevertheless, it’s cute and fun…just like California. Here’s my roundup…

Pacifica Malibu Lemon Blossom Solid Perfume – This 100% vegan (so LA) solid perfume is an ode to the SoCal sun. Its scent has a lemony hint but not overpowering, like Pledge.

Benefit California Kissin’ Lip Shine– Fact: LA is the land of the perfect smile. This lip product combines sexy shine with West coast cool. The aqua blue sheen actually makes teeth appear whiter and it can be worn alone or with your favorite lipstick or gloss.

h.wood Ruby Lip Shine Pot– What’s more Hollywood glam than red lips? This little lip pot is packed with powerful ingredients like jojoba oil, coco butter and shea butter to help you get the perfect Hollywood pout.

Too Faced California In a Compact – Even though Katy Perry is what some might consider “white toast,” mostly everyone in California has a bit of the golden sun glow. For us pale girls, we can resort to “California in a compact” which is much better for your skin anyway.

Smart Girls Who Surf SPF 30+ Sunblock– Besides waxing my board, applying sunblock is probably my number one priority when I’m surfing. This specially made-for-surfers SPF 30 provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection in addition to good for you ingredients like green tea extract and Vitamins C and E.

Leslie Blodgett Santa Barbara Eau de Parfum Spray– I had my first Santa Barbara experience a few months back and it was a memorable one. The website describes this scent as picturing yourself sipping a cool drink on the pier, staring off into the Santa Barbara sunset without a care in the world. Le sigh. Top notes include pepper, lemon, cassis and peach, which all sound delicious.

American Apparel Nail Lacquer in “Palm Springs,” Malibu Green” and “Downtown LA.” Need I say more? Three unique places in Los Angeles that are all fun and bring special qualities to California.

05.04.2010
Harajuku Lovers Sunshine Cuties

So back in November, I announced the launch of Harajuku Lovers Sunshine Cuties new fragrance line extension and I finally got a chance to check out a few of the scents. The verdict? Amazing, obviously. Gwen Stefani can do no wrong in my eyes and her fragrance collection is naturally as perfect, but what makes the Sunshine Cuties line even more adorable is their super cute bathing suites and sunglasses. I die for “Love,” in particular, since she dones oversized shades…oh and who can resist the little black bubble hair on “Baby”? Mother’s Day gift anyone?

04.09.2010
NYLON 11th anniversary party at the Trousdale

So I’ve been feeling kind of sick lately but when I got an amazing invite, courtesy of CoverGirl, to NYLON magazine’s 11th anniversary party, I HAD to at least check it out for a little bit. This party is EPIC in LA and is known to always bring in some major celebs…so obvs, I had to at least make an appearance. The outcome? UM. NO words. From the minute I valeted my car to the point where I was waiting to get my car from valet, it was a non-stop celeb fest. Maybe it’s lame but I still get excited every time I see someone…I’m such a tourist. Best sightings of the night? Well I ended up sitting in Lindsay Lohan’s booth thanks to my fabulously connected friend Melissa! Here are some picture highlights and thanks again to CoverGirl for the invite and to their amazing makeup artist, Molly Stern, who touched up my makeup with some amazing new products!

me and the fabulous Sydne Summer of MyStyle.com and ThinkThruFashion.com