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


Because I know you want to shop (but not for touristy junk)... (more…)
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5 Souvenirs Actually Worth Bringing Back From Ireland

Chewy Post Cyber Monday Sale!


Because you know I love my cats… (more…)
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Chewy Post Cyber Monday Sale!

05.03.2009
May is national Skin Cancer Awareness Month

So we all know I’m a big advocate of SPF. I’m the friend who brings 14 bottles of sunblock on vacation and yells at you if you even mention the phrase “tanning salon.” This month, thanks to companies like Olay, you can get a FREE skin cancer screening from a top dermatologist near you. It’s super simple. Simply check out Olay’s Web site and find a participating derm. As someone who lost my favorite Aunt to Melanoma (at age 43), this cause has an important spot in my heart. PLEASE get this free screening and check out SkinCancer.org for more information and ways to stay safe in the sun! My personal favorite SPF product of the moment is the Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Body Mist SPF 70. When I was in Vegas, it was so effing hot and I happened to be with my best friend who thinks she “never” has to wear SPF thanks to her Greek/Italian heritage. WRONG. It was so hot that even she decided to use this SPF spray since it has cooling properties…totally a good trick to get those friends and kids to use SPF!

05.03.2009
Swine Flu…GREAT.

So I’m just a little freaked out by this whole Swine Flu thing. After seeing the way an ordinary cold spreads through a small NYC office, I just have this aching feeling that at least one person I know will somehow contract this thing, lol. After watching this interview with Dr. Oz, I feel a little better at least knowing that ordinary products like Purell (a personal favorite) and anti-bacterial hand soap can help prevent the spread. I’ve been carrying around a mini bottle in my purse for years for those long subway rides and when I’ve seen someone sneeze and then grab onto the hand rail. Yum. Anyway, I have a favorite hand soap that I’ve been using for awhile…Nature’s Gate Organics Neroli Orange & Chocolate Mint Liquid Soap. I love the smell and it’s super moisturizing.

04.30.2009
Gap’s Urban Beach Flip Flop Shop opens today



Gap's flagship store in New York will host a Havaianas brand “Urban Beach Flip-Flop Shop” from today until June 13. The pop-up shop will offer the latest styles from the sandal brand (SRP $18-32), along with a weekend-only “Make Your Own Havaianas” customization bar. There, consumers can choose from a variety of colorful straps and foot-beds. The shop also will have an embellishment bar, open daily, offering various pins, initials and crystals to add to the rubber sandals. Sounds like fun to me…

04.29.2009
Belle Bandeau – the hottest new headband line!

So my friend Mia recently launched this adorable headband line called Belle Bandeau! The line is inspired by fabulous things and Mia’s background as a ballerina. The headband on the left is called “Jamie”…I wonder after who? 😉 The little leopard flower is just enough leopard where it’s not overwhelming or tacky…LOVE.