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FEATURED - Tuesday, December 11th 2007

Trend Alert: Chanel Blue Satin Nail Polish SS 2008

I can remember when Chanel introduced Limited Edition Black Satin 219 nail polish back in 2006.  This popular nail polish was flying off the shelves left and right.  It was going for $50-$100 per bottle on ebay, when its nomally priced at $19.  Celebrities even confessed to the extremes they went through just to get a bottle.  Luckily, I purchased Black Satin before it was impossible to find.  Due to it's popular demand, Chanel brought it back, and is now one of their stocked colors.

So, what is it about Chanel limited edition nail polish colors that makes everyone so crazy?  The beautiful, rich unique colors but, most importantly the name Chanel. Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel's fashion designer, extraordinarily passionate, assertive, and undeniably brilliant.  How can we expect any less than that, we can't!

Chanel is introducing Blue Satin, a limited edition color for Spring 2008.  I was one of the lucky ones that pre-ordered 2 bottles online from Neiman Marcus.  This is going to be hotter than the Black Satin craze.  If you can get your hands on some, I suggest you act fast!  Chanel is keeping quiet about this one, but, I expect them to release mid-December to Janurary.  The Sales Assosicates (SA's) at the Chanel counter are pretty useless when it comes to release dates, so my advice, don't waste your time trying to get information from them until the day it is released.

If you are a fan of OPI Russian Navy like I am, you will absolutely love Chanel Blue Satin.  I expect my order to come in before Janurary 1st.  Don't forget to enter your chance to win a free bottle of Chanel Blue Satin.

FEATURED - Friday, December 14th 2007

The Perfect Slouch Boot: Is there such a thing?

I have literally been on the hunt for a good slouch boot for more than two years now.  Initially, I was going to purchase Frye Dorado Slouch boots retailing at $500.  A little out of my price range, but, I didn't care. I wanted to end this Red October hunt. Unfortunately, Frye told me they were discontinuing this gorgeous boot. Let me ask you this, why on earth would  manufacturers stop making such a popular boot?  That really blows my mind!  Those money grubbers! Needless to say I was pretty pissed off about that because I was ready to buy them. So the search continues...

I happened to stumble on HSN's site while searching for something.  I never thought to look for something like this on HSN.  Not, that I wouldn't buy from them, just that I didn't realize how many great things they have.  When I saw these boots, it was like love at first site. But, the bad reviews kept me from purchasing these beauties. Over the month, I kept them in my shopping cart and never hit the "order" button.  So, one day I went ahead and took the chance, thinking what the heck, worst that can happen is I have to pay postage to send them back. Estatic was the feeling I felt when I saw the package on my front porch.  I ripped into the box like a kid in a candy store.  Beautiful was my first expression when opening my package. But, I wasn't worried about the quality, I knew that they were going to be perfect. It was the high heel I was most concerned about.  The heel is about 4" tall. Thats a pretty tall heel, espically if you are tall like myself.  I was dertermined to make it work. I took my boots to a local shoemaker, and he cut 1" off the heel and put some good insoles in for $20, and TADA! Perfecto!

So, here is my official review on these infamous boots.  The brand name is Hot in Hollywood 3 in 1 convertible suede boot, Plum Color, Retailing at $99.  You ask 3 in 1? Yep that's right, three boots for the price of one basically.  This boot converts from tall to slouch, to fold down bootie with tab snap closure.  Brilliantly thought of! The Plum color is absolutely to die for, not to mention it's the hottest color this season!  They also have Gray, Congac, Brown & Black.  My favorite amongst the colors: Plum, Gray, and Congac.  All three colors are the hottest this season, you can't go wrong!  So, lets get to the con now.  The only con was that the heel was way too high and the fitting was a little loose, but nothing a shoemaker can't fix! I usually wear a 8 1/2M, but with boots I always order a 1/2 size up and a wide width.  Boots tend to run small in most cases.

That's the great thing about Fashion, you can always make something work. There are endless possibilites! It may take a little here and a little there, but it will all come together perfectly in the end!  For me, spending an extra $20 and putting a little work into it, saved me not only $400 but my time also.  Thats not even the BEST part!  These Fabulous boots are on clearance for $49.90.  Most of all, I don't think people are purchasing them due to the negative reviews.  If you are a true Fashionista, you will go through hoops to get the perfect shoe!

{Photo via: HSN}

Thursday, December 13th 2007

Cashmere Sale At Neiman Marcus

Who doesn't love the feel of soft luxurious cashmere.  This is an awesome sale. 30% off already reduced prices. Get them while they last.  Only two more days!

FEATURED - Thursday, December 13th 2007

Super Savings: Stila Cosmetics Warehouse Sale

 

Stila Cosmetics is having a Virtual Warehouse sale.  Save up to 70% off on selected items.  Hurry, and snatch them up while supplies last. Free Shipping with $75.00 purchase, use code STILALOVER.

FEATURED - Friday, December 28th 2007

The Wonders of Photoshop: Before and After

The wonders of Adobe's Photoshop.  Here are two very noticeable examples of what the miracle program can do.  Everything you see from Magazines to Billboards are using this program for retouching.  Cosmetic Surgeons owe a big "Thanks" to Adobe's Photoshop for the HUGE increase of sales over the last five years. 

The fact of the matter is we are portraying this picture perfect image that isn't so perfect after all.  Sure, it would be nice to stop the aging process, but, that's NEVER going to happen.  This is a part of life that we will never be able to control (thanks to adam and eve for picking the apple).  Let's just face it, we age, get over it already!  Young teens and adults around the world idolize these celebrities.  Are we sending out the wrong message?  YES!  I would much rather open a magazine and see someone natural then see a photo completely retouched. 

To all the parents out there.  Please teach your young teens the importance of self confidence at an early age.  Show your children these examples, and keep them away from magazines!  Magazines only bring self confidence down.  To make matters even worse, school photographers are now offering retouching options available on school pictures for additional costs.  Are you kidding me?!  That's right, even the schools are supporting this! 

Anyone that is considering plastic surgery, please research the doctor and procedure thoroughly.  Do background checks on the doctor and make sure he/she hasn't been involved in any malpractice suits.   Cosmetic Surgery is like any other operation, complications can arrise at anytime.  For example:  Kanye West's mother, Donda West, died from plastic surgery complications back in November 2007.  Such a horrific tradegy for Kanye West and his family and friends.  To find out further, Jan Adams, Donda West cosmetic surgeon, was involved in 9 malpratice suits.  Even the most expensive, most qualified plastic surgeons cannot promise a surgery without complications.

Wednesday, January 9th 2008

MAC Cosmetics: A Mei Makeup Collection

A Taiwanese pop sensation, the yin-yang of her personality are celebrated in this iconic signature colour collection. Bold for her rocker side. Low-key and neutral for those soft pop moods. This is A Mei, in all her shades - up close and personal.

A Mei: 3 Neutral Eyes (LE). Three shades of Eye Shadow in a black compact featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan embroidered onto a plaque insert. Each colourwave in the collection has its own colour signature: Blue/Fuchsia for Bold, Red/Yellow for Neutral.  Limited Edition.  US $30.00.

A Mei: 3 Bold Eyes (LE).  Three shades of Eye Shadow in a black compact featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan embroidered onto a plaque insert. Each colourwave in the collection has its own colour signature: Blue/Fuchsia for Bold, Red/Yellow for Neutral.  Limited Edition.  US $30.00.

MAC For A Mei Lipstick.  MAC Lipstick featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei’s native Taiwan screened onto the case.  Two colors available: Siss, A Muted golden beige (satin), and Ruby Woo, A Vivid blush red (matte).  Ruby Woo is pictured.  I just checked the MAC site and Siss lipstick has already SOLD OUT!  Be sure you grab these quick!

MAC For a Mei Lipglass (LE).  Limited Edition Lipglass featuring the traditional needlework pattern of A Mei's native Taiwan screened onto the cap.  Two colors available: She's A Star, A Lustre-shined light neutral gold (Frost), and Love Rules,  A Fuchsia with white sparkle pearl (Frost).  US $14.00.  Love Rules is pictured.

MAC, you are killing me and my bank account, literally!  The, A Mei Collection, is now available online.  Not only did the A Mei Collection release today, So, did the N Color Collection!  My Wallet just can't take this abuse!  But, I just can't say NO!  Really, there should be a some kind of AAA classes for MAC, because I know there's alot of us out there!

This morning, at 5am to be precise, I was writing an article for my blog, and I saw the MAC Cosmetics email pop up.  It went down hill from that point on!  I knew MAC would be releasing these two collections about the same time.  I ordered the entire, A Mei Collection, as soon as I received my email.  The MAC Sales Associate told me last week that this was limited production collection which basically means, it will sell out super fast.  Siss, A Muted golden beige (satin) lipstick (not pictured), has already SOLD OUT online in a matter hours!  If your a MAC lover, you know never to wait until the last minute on these limited edition collections!   And, I am so glad I snatched these up! Their has been countless times I've debated on something and ended up missing out on it, because I waited to long.  And, I forbid to pay those outrageous prices on Ebay.

One thing I'm really excited to see is the eye shadow palettes (even though most are standard MAC colors), and the Siss lipstick that sold out in a matter of hours online.  "Blue and nudes are definitely the "IT' color for Spring/Summer 2008.  

Check out my review and photo swatches for MAC A Mei Collection.

FEATURED - Wednesday, January 16th 2008

Brighton: Go Red For Women in 2008

Brighton goes red for women!  Pictured is the 2008 Go Red for women bracelet retailing at $50.00.  Not only is this cute and stylish, it's for a good cause.  Available at most Brighton Collectible Stores.

By purchasing this Go Red For Women bracelet you can help wipe out the number one killer of women - heart disease.

Brighton is donating $5 from the sale of ech bracelet to the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women Movement, to benefit education, research and treatment of womens's heart disease.

In 2007, Brighton Collectibles proudly donated $275,00 to the AHA.  This bracelet is only available January 12th, - February 15th, 2008.  Don't miss your chance on this limited edition bracelet.

Thursday, January 17th 2008

Stila The Winter Sale: Save Up To 50% Off

The Winter Sale.  Save up to 50% off on some items.  Limited supplies only, So hurry and get them while they last.  Free shipping on $50.00 or more, enter STILALOVE code at checkout.  Free Belle of the Ball Palette on $75.00 or more, enter BELLE code at checkout.  Don't forget to use coupon codes if you do order.

FEATURED - Wednesday, May 21st 2008

Stila Cosmetics: Vintage Sale

Beauty Crunch has a great sale of stila cosmetics going on right now.  Some vintage items up to 70% off.  It's definitely worth checking out! Free shipping on any $50.00 or more order, use coupon code INTRO at checkout.

FEATURED - Tuesday, June 10th 2008

Cherry Culture Summer Sale: 20% Off Orders

A fab summer sale going on from Cherry Culture.  And, just in time to stock up on my NYX Cosmetics!  Save 20% on orders $50.00 or more and Free Shipping wiith $40.00 purchase.  Use coupon code SUM20 at checkout.

Wednesday, June 11th 2008

Christmas in June: MAC Friends and Family Sale

It's Christmas in June at the MAC store!  MAC is having a friends and family sale this week.  Save 15% off everything in MAC stores valid June 11-16 or valid online June 16th only.   Note: this sale only applies to MAC freestanding stores and not department stores. Just make sure you print out the picture for in store purchases.

Monday, June 16th 2008

MAC Friends and Family Coupon Code

MAC Friends and Family: One Day Only!  Save 15% off all purchases and free shipping online today only.  Make sure to use Coupon Code MACFF8 at checkout.

FEATURED - Wednesday, July 2nd 2008

Product Review: Loreal Hip Jelly Balm

Product: L'oreal HiP Jelly Balm

Price: $8.99

Steph's Rating:

Buy it: Drugstores

Recommend: Yes

Loreal introduces these scrumptous jelly balms to the HiP line just in time for summer.  These glossy pots of pucker comes in 6 different colors ranging from pink, coral, and reds. 

On my recent haul to Walgreens, HiP's super shiny promo display caught my attention with a range of juicy shades.  Succulent is the color that came home with me which is comparable to MAC's tendertone in Pucker.  I chose one of the darker shades because MAC's tendertones are rather sheer.

Loreal's HiP line is quickly gaining a large crowd of admirer's with their High Intensity Pigments (hence HiP) and overall superb quality.  So, it don't suprise me that these jelly balms wouldn't be as fabulous as their other products.

First off, I love these babies and yes, even more than MAC!  The color Succulent has excellent color pay-off compared to MAC's pucker.  I didn't have to scoop a huge chunk just to get decent color.  Good news is - Succlent wasn't the darkest of HiP's Jelly Balms.  There was one shade darker and the pay-off would be awesome.   MAC's jar may have appeared larger than Loreal's but, looks are always deceiving.  I think it's the construction of each jar that throws you off and the amount is pretty much the same.  So, no worries there.

 

HiP Jelly Balm in Succulent verses MAC Tendertones in Pucker.  One noticeable difference you'll see is the texture.  Tendertones has noticeable shimmer and the Jelly Balm doesn't.  The texture was non-sticky, slightly glossier and a tad thicker than MAC.  In fact, after wearing Loreal's verison for a couple days, I plan on picking up the coral shade soon!  The only true disadvantage is Loreal's doesn't have any SPF coverage.

 

The same amount was used on the swatch and you can see the difference in the pay-off.  My only dislike about MAC's tendertones is the sheerness and the amount it takes to get color.  Some of the MAC's lighter colors didn't even show up on my lips.  However, the jelly balms are also available in lighter shades.  So, if you want some color, sway towards the darker shades.

Overall, HiP continues to introduce some fabulous products to the market including their new Metallics.  I can't wait to see what's slated for Fall 2008.  A great way to try out the HiP line is BOGO sales at drug stores.  Keep your eye peeled - Walgreen, CVS and Rite Aid have BOGO sales pretty frequently.

FEATURED - Thursday, August 21st 2008

Urban Decay Friends and Family Sale

Urban Decay is having a fabulous friends and family sale right now.  Starting 8/19 through 8/28 save 30% off all purchases using code FFL30 at checkout.  I never usually see 30% anywhere - make sure you take advantage of this is awesome sale.

FEATURED - Thursday, August 21st 2008

Cherry Culture End of Summer Sale

Since most of NYX cosmetics products have gone up at Cherry Culture - this end of the summer sale will come in handy.  Four days only save 20% off all orders.  Free shipping with $40.00 or more.  Use coupon code EOS20.

FEATURED - Friday, August 29th 2008

Bobbi Brown Gift With Purchase: Skincare Set

Isn't Bobbi Brown's new shimmering nude eye palette just divine?  Get it while you can.  Do you guys remember how insane ebay prices were last year for the stonewashed palette?  For three days only - spend $85.00 and receive and complimentary skincare to go set.  Enter SKIN2008 at checkout.  Free shipping over $75.00.

FEATURED - Thursday, September 25th 2008

Fall Collection: Rescue Beauty Lounge Swatches

This fall, Ji Baek, creator of Rescue Beauty Lounge, took a very different approach.  Introducing three, very different shades from most Fall collections we've seen this year.  Different and unique equals love for me.

Most of you probably think I'm obsessed with polish, which is true most of the times  - I won't lie.  But, one thing I'm more obsessive about is finding rare and unqiue shades just like these three new ones.

Check out the swatches below.

      

Come on, need I say more about this heavenly color.  A must have shade for Fall and I say "must have" delicately.  Teal is "IT" for fall.  Look around, everywhere you see in Fashion is Teal and I'm absolutey loving it.  Infact, this color is smashing paired up with some of INC's fall fashion looks.

The name "Teal" is pretty much self explanatory.  Described as a deep teal creme that's incredibly stunning on every skin tone.  The new colors are highly pigmented and only require two coats to acheive bottle color.  And, the application applies like butter like all the Rescue Beauty Lounge polishes.

 

I once heard this described on Makeup Alley as baby poo and about pee'd my pants.  But, seriously, that's the best way to describe it.  A deep olive army green that looks great on olive skin tones.  No more War is going to be that shade that's the hardest to pull of with most people.

Bruised is the shade the sold out almost immediately through pre-sale.  A dark mauve plum that's hard to describe.  When I look at bruised on my nails, I'm seeing more of a deep mauvey plum shade.  If your looking for more of a darker plum color - three coats should do the trick.

Overall, excellent collection for fall.  Right on track with the fashion trends.    This collection is now available at Rescue Beauty Lounge and retails for $18.00/each.

Want more Rescue Beatuy Lounge?  Check out their Pre-Fall Spongebob Collection.

FEATURED - Monday, November 24th 2008

MAC and Hello Kitty: Let the Insanity Begin

You've heard the rumors for months now.  WWD sets the records straight for this highly anticipated collection we've all been waiting for.  Seriously, do you know how insane the demand is going to be for this collection?  Read more details below.

MAC has teamed up with Sanrio Global Consumer Products to create a Hello Kitty color cosmetics collection.  This new collection will arrive on MAC’s Web site Feb. 10, in North American stores on Feb. 12 and into overseas stores in March.

“We are thrilled to partner with a brand that shares the vision of offering an innovative, authentic and transforming experience to our loyal fan base,” said Janet Hsu, president of Sanrio. Sanrio’s worldwide retail sales of licensed products for 2007 is estimated at $5 billion.

While the 34-year-old Hello Kitty character is usually assumed to be a cat, she is actually a girl, according to Sanrio. And a girl without a mouth, so she “speaks from the heart,” the company said. “She may not have a mouth, but she’s going to sell a lot of lipstick,” cracked Demsey, noting that a waiting list for the items will go live on Jan. 7 at maccosmetics.com.

“To me, MAC Hello Kitty embodies the ultimate beauty icon,” said Jennifer Balbier, senior vice president of product development for MAC Worldwide. “She’s sweet and sexy, slightly edgy, and appeals to a wide range of customers. We wanted to reflect that through a sweet side, but also something slightly mischievous when it came to the colors. I started out by creating a palette of pinks, since they fit and always trend well in the spring. And this look is so much about the eyes that we did two eye shadow quads.” The Lucky Tom quad has violet blue, brown, gold and pink-coral shades, while the Too Dolly palette has mint, blue-silver, pale pink and magenta shades.

“We incorporated glitter eyeliners because she loves anything that twinkles, and we took the coral and hot pink theme and did pretty, poppy [colored] blush,” added Balbier.

While this collection is intended to have a sophisticated presentation, MAC hopes to appeal to younger fans with two shades of lip conditioners.

The Hello Kitty offerings fall into two collections: the Hello Kitty Colour Collection and the more high-end Hello Kitty Kouture. The bulk of the items are in the former category: six shades of lipstick with names like Fashion Mews and Strayin’, each $14; six Lipglass shades, each $14; and two tinted lip conditioners, $14.50 each; two eye shadow palettes, which each contain four shades and retail for $38; two shades of pigment are $19.50 each, and two Reflects Glitter stockkeeping units — one blue, one pink — are $17.50 each. Four Glitter Eye Liners, each $16.50, two shades of Beauty Powder, each $22; three shades of nail polish, each $11; a black mascara, $12, and false lashes, $12, round out the color offerings. Shades range from pinks and turquoises to lavenders and greens.

Hello Kitty Kouture is intended to be the high end of the collection. Two shades of Dazzleglass, each $28, each feature a reusable silver chain pendant with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals on black with a pink crystal bow. Sheer Mystery Powder, $90 and available in three shades, is packaged in a silver powder compact with Hello Kitty outlined in white Swarovski crystals with a pink crystal bow on a black background.

“We wanted to have affordable luxury and a high-low aspect, so it made sense to do the Hello Kitty Colour Collection and Hello Kitty Kouture,” said Demsey.

The Hello Kitty Colour items, a Petite Makeup Bag, $22, and a medium Makeup Bag, $35, will be in all doors, currently about 581 department and specialty stores in North America including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s, as well as MAC’s 138 freestanding stores in North America and at maccosmetics.com. Internationally, the items will be in 1,307 doors in 69 countries, including 296 MAC freestanding stores outside North America. Hello Kitty Kouture will be available at MAC stores and maccosmetics.com only. At the maximum, the collection will be available for eight weeks.

A plush doll, $42; purse mirror, $22, and three-brush collection, $49.50, will be available at MAC stores, Nordstrom doors and maccosmetics.com only. A mirrored key clip, $16; beaded bracelet, $34, will be sold in MAC retail stores and at maccosmetics.com only, and a tote, $45 and soft vanity kit, $55, will be exclusive to maccosmetics.com. These items are intended to animate the counter presentation and create an entire Hello Kitty world at retail, Gager noted.

While none of the executives would discuss sales projections, industry sources estimated that the limited edition MAC Hello Kitty collection could do upwards of $12 million in North American retail sales. That projection is slightly larger than that of the hit Barbie collection.

In-store visuals, shot by Nick Knight, show the polar opposite aspects of the collection. One is an image of a blonde model holding a black vinyl Hello Kitty doll, which will be part of the accessory line. The other visual is what Gager terms “more of a dominatrix creature.” The point, said Gager, is to show that makeup can be transformative. Makeup was done by Val Garland, with hair by Sam McKnight.

And Demsey promises the surprises aren’t over yet. “There will be more products to come in the next three months with this partnership,” he said.

Ladies - start saving up!

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