My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)


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My essentials for Gemma’s 15th birthday (and her cancer treatment)

4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet


Because we all need to help save our planet, and these are four easy (and also fun) ways to do
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4 (super easy!) things you can do to help the planet

Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life


You guys know I’m picky about lip gloss, but I recently tried two new (to me) products and had to
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Two Lip Products That You Need in Your Life

5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland


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5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland

09.28.2009
Maybe it’s Maybelline…and WhoWhatWear.com




So I was lucky enough to attend a Maybelline and WhoWhatWear.com event at Hollywood and Highland Mall in Hollywood. Hillary and Katherine from WhatWhatWear were in town to share their real-life advice on how to translate the Fall 2009 trends for different occasions and how to add sensational color to your wardrobe. After listening to the fashion maverics, I got a chance to check out the Maybelline makeover bus and even got my makeup done by one of Maybelline’s star makeup artists. I discovered a new love for Maybelline’s ColorSensational lipstick in “Park Ave. Peach”- very fitting for this New Yorker living in LA. Make sure you check out the new collection as well as Hillary and Katherine’s new book on style, Who What Wear: Celebrity and Runway Style for Real life.

 

 

 

09.23.2009
Whitney Port to make special appearance at Nordstrom South Coast Plaza to promote DL 1961 Denim




Bi-coastal fashionista and star of the hit MTV series “The City,” Whitney Port will make a special appearance to launch DL 1961 at Nordstrom South Coast Plaza. DL 1961 is a premium denim company that is redefining what it means to have the perfect pair of jeans. Made using patented cross-weave technology XFIT denim that stretches in both warp and weft, moves 360 degrees, and gives superior shape retention, custom fit and comfort, independent of your body type. DL1961 jeans will not sag, bag, or lose shape. Whitney isn’t the only fan- the brand is also popular with celebrities such as Halle Berry, January Jones, Blake Lively and Rose McGowan.

 

Customers will have an exclusive opportunity to meet Whitney and preview the DL 1961 denim collection while enjoying light refreshments and live music in the store’s Savvy department.

 

Saturday, October 3

1:30 – 3:00pm

 

Nordstrom South Coast Plaza

In Savvy on Floor 2

3333 Bristol St.

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

 

09.23.2009
Win a trip for the ultimate beauty weekend in LA from TheFairest.com!

So my new favorite Web site, TheFairest.com, is holding a contest to win an all-expenses-paid trip to LA for the ultimate Beauty weekend! In case you haven’t heard, though I don’t know how that’s possible, The Fairest is an exclusive, members-only online beauty destination where beauty lovers can participate in premier-brand, private sale boutiques, each open for 24 to 48 hours. Membership is free and members can purchase today’s top beauty brands up to 75% off of retail. A Gilt.com for beauty, if you will. Check out this link for details on what you’ll win and how to make it happen!

 

09.22.2009
Baked By Melissa cupcakes

So I’m loving LA but one place that I’m totally missing is the amazing little hole-in-the-wall cupcake stop, Baked By Melissa in SoHo.  Sadly, only New York City residents can purchase these delightful little treats but you can bet that Baked By Melissa is on the top of my list when I get back to New York in December.  I can hardly wait to try the two NEW flavors, Cinnamon and Mint Chocolate Chip…Mmmmm.  If you’re in New York City, definitely check out the window!

09.21.2009
e.l.f Cosmetics Launches a Nationwide Casting for the “Face of e.l.f. 2010”








So the classic budget brand, e.l.f. Cosmetics, just launched a contest in partnership with Explore Modeling to search for the new face of the brand for 2010.

Entering is super easy and the brand is looking for beautiful women of all ages.  The contestant who has the most votes by the end of December will WIN a four day, three night family vacation to a Beaches Resort in Turks & Caicos or Jamaica.  

e.l.f. and Explore Modeling will be choosing their top four winners, which consists of a teen, and a woman in her 20’s, 30’s and 40’s plus to participate in a photo shoot in New York City and be featured on their Web site. Once announced, it’s up to America to vote on who will be the face of e.l.f. for 2010. The ultimate winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize and “Make-Up for Life” package from e.l.f. Cosmetics. Enter here for a chance to win!