Archive for August, 2009

Getting Riled Up For Fashion’s Night Out


Monday, August 31st, 2009
September 10th marks the debut of the highly anticipated, first addition of New York's Fashion Night Out .

Will Alice Coax Shoppers to Buy More Staples Online?


Monday, August 31st, 2009
After over a decade of caution, paired with a few false starts and missteps along the way, the world's largest advertisers, namely consumer packaged goods manufacturers, are getting serious about selling their wares online.

A rising stock market fails to lift e-commerce stocks


Monday, August 31st, 2009
While the broader market was up last week, e-commerce stocks mostly were down. The Internet Retailer Online Retail Index of 25 e-commerce stocks fell nearly 0.6% last week, but remains ahead almost 56% for the year.

Makeup and Beauty Blog Monday Poll, Aug. 31


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Mood: Hella hungry! I’ve been up since six and have yet to eat breakfast. Otherwise, just peachy. Do you believe in love at first sight? Lust at first sight, yes, but love, no. I think love comes after you discover things like his unlawfully long toenails and penchant for Celine Dion power ballads — and yet, you still think he’s tops. How long does it take for you to get ready in the morning? If I can mosey along and take my sweet ol’ time, up to two hours. Most days, though, I f

Forest City Enterprises secures financing extension on New York project


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Forest City Enterprises Inc.. said its Forest City Ratner Cos. subsidiary in New York has reached an agreement with a 13-member bank group on a two-year extension and modification of the $557 million construction financing for the retail/mixed-use Ridge Hill project in Westchester County, N.Y. The financing, which originally matured in August 2010, ...

Why not just accept the process of wrinkling?


Monday, August 31st, 2009
My daughter and son-in-law recently graced us with a visit. Early on in the conversation my daughter said to me.

Powder room


Monday, August 31st, 2009
SkinCeuticals ' new A.G.E Interrupter for mature skin is formulated to prevent glycation - which contributes to sagging, cracking and thinning skin - and to combat other natural processes involved in ageing.

Forest City Announces Loan Extension and Tenants for Ridge Hill


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Forest City Enterprises, Inc. today announced that Forest City Ratner Companies, its New York-based subsidiary, has reach an agreement with a 13-member bank group on a two-year extension and modification of the $557 million construction financing for the retail/mixed-use Ridge Hill project, currently under construction in Westchester County, New ...

Zero + Maria Cornejo Designs Travel Bag Trio for Beauty.com(TM) Customers


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Filled with prestige beauty samples, the exclusive $140 value set is available free with any $100 Beauty.com purchase BELLEVUE, Wash.

Retail Detail. Sears Hopes Beauty Comeback Will Boost Sales.


Monday, August 31st, 2009
August 31, 2009 After eight years of being out of the business, Sears Holding Corp .

Rate it: What Brands do You Trust for Makeup AND Skincare?


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Did you know that Ireland is one of Lancome’s biggest markets? Yup. It is, which means loads of Irish ladies make it their first port of call for skincare and makeup.This got me a-thinkin’. What other brands do you trust for makeup AND skincare? The separation seems to be obvious in a lot of cases: brands focus on what they’re good at and few score for care and colour. MAC have never impressed me with their occasional forays into cleansers and exfoliators, but does any brand satisfy my need for

Women Are Online, Shopping For Cosmetics


Monday, August 31st, 2009
At VibrantNation.com, we recently surveyed the 60,000 Vibrant Women who receive our newsletter and visit our website weekly on the way they buy beauty products and services.

Monday Giveaway! Win a Trio of Eyebrow Products From Anastasia


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Do your eyebrows need a little help? Do you tend to neglect this important face-framing feature because of lack of time, or even confusion on how to properly shape them? If you said yes to any of the above, today's your day.

Birthday freebies make it more of a celebration


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Hungry for more than just a call from Aunt Pearl on your birthday this year? With a little planning, you can live it up on your special day - without spending a dime.

Clarins Renew-Plus Body Serum


Monday, August 31st, 2009
If your trusty body cream starts to feel heavy in hot temperatures, try one of these sheer, light-as-a-summer-breeze offerings.

How Do You Think Marilyn Monroe Died?


Monday, August 31st, 2009
Suicide? Accident? or Murder? I have my own theory, which i am 100% sure is true, please, do tell me yours? Related Posts Swine Flu okay so ive heard about the swine flu in mexico b4, but today at school we got notices and like warnings about the "pandemic" saying that we have to be careful because its in the bay area in south CA where our community lives. so, im probably overreacting and stuffs,...... EYE OF KNOWLEDGE UPANISHADS –“Ahimsa is not causing pain to a

Goodwill Vintage Fashion Show


Monday, August 31st, 2009
The 25th Annual Vintage Fashion Show & Sale: 25 Years of Fashion on a Mission will feature vintage fashions throughout the seasons! Join us on Thursday, September 17, 2009 to celebrate the silver anniversary of this annual show.

AW09/10: Illamasqua Dystopia Collection


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
Incoming to BT2 Grafton Street on the 1st of September is Illamasqua’s Dystopia collection and if at first it’s pretty damn reminiscent of Aaron De Mey’s first foray for Lancome, it’s really only one palette (the Smokey Pink one on the left) that’s almost a dead ringer for his Pink Punk and Black palette from Spring/Summer 09.In fact, it really wouldn’t be fair at all to dismiss the collection as being like anything else, because shadow quads aside, there are several really stand-out products in

Free Gift Worth $137 With $34+ Lancome Purchase at Sears.ca


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
There's a generous Gift With Purchase offer going on now through September 18 at Sears.ca or in-store at the Sears Lancome counter: with any purchase of $34+ (pre-tax) you'll get a gift worth $137. Each gift includes a Lancome Signature cosmetics bag and companion bag as well as: High Resolution Refill 3X Triple Action Renewal Anti-Wrinkle Cream (15 ml) Bi-Facil Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover Assorted Manicure Set As well as two lipsticks, a mascara and a Colour Design Quad in your

What I’m Obsessing Over: MAKEUP


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
August 30, 2009 I’ve been on a “glowy Khloe” kick lately, sans the smoky eyes.In other words, I’m on the quest for perfectly glowing, gorgeous skin—with little effort. Thankfully I’ve found some great beauty products to help me achieve this look. I already told you about my favorite summer foundation, Chanel Hydramax Tinted Moisturizer, which I’m still using faithfully every day for its sheer coverage and easiness (I can apply this in seven seconds with my eyes closed!).Now I’m going to fill yo

Kiehls x KAWS Gift Bags for Opening Ceremony


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
For the impending launch of the Opening Ceremony Tokyo location, a special collaborative gift bag brings together beauty product brand Kiehls and Kaws.

Top 8 Classic Beauty Products


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
Total Beauty recently published a collection of “8 Classic Beauty Products You Still Worship” . Some of my favorites are on the list including Noxema face wash. Two that wouldn’t have made my list are Vaseline- it’s fallen off my radar. I used to slather my feet with Vaseline until I heard about the possible skin darkening properties . And Chanel No. 5 just isn’t the right fragrance for me. I have two small bottles and just never wear it… plus it’s so dang expensive!! If I made the list I

Shopping for Answers: Sales grow for classic fragrances


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
DEAR SHOPPING: I am trying to find my 74-year-old wife's favorite perfume. It's Ellen Tracy's 1.7-oz. Eau de Parfum spray.

FOTD Ulta +MUFE Eyes + Lancome Lips


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
Related Posts FOTD: Saturday Weekend look Lancome Arbonne + more I was going for a fast, easy weekend look -- which is next to impossible with interruptions. It was still quick and fast. Eyes: Arbonne + Base: Beauticontrol shadow control - pink Lids: AL Petit... FOTD Mary Kay eyes + This was my look Tuesday. Mary Kay minerals are really quite lovely. I was happy with the way this turned out. I was still thinking of the Arbonne Audrey and Smokey Eyes sets. So this... FOT

Hot Celebs And Their Favorite Scents


Sunday, August 30th, 2009
Have you ever thought what fragrance your favorite celebrity dons during red carpet events? Do you think their fragrances are as glamorous as the roles they portray on the big screen? What about the perfumes they endorse? Do they really wear it in real life? It’s interesting to take a sneak peek at celebrities’ personal style – what they wear, where they hang out, their favorite restaurant, stylist, designer and so on. In the eyes of a fan, the littlest of details about their favorite celebrit

Maybelline Pulse Perfection Vibrating Mascara


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
On silly weekend posts ~ while installing snow leopard last night ~ and when popping by CVS, i coludn't resist the cheaper of the vibrating mascaras to poke at. And to be fair, i just ran out of my favorite Shu Uemura one, so figured, why not? give it a try?... unfortunately its so goopy i'm not so much a fan... so while waiting around for the install, started pulling i apart, and making silly videos to show you too... in case you were curious what was inside that little vibrating tube... So her

Cleaned Sheets


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
From the moment it filed for bankruptcy protection back in May 2008, through its subsequent liquidation when it was unable to drum up the new credit needed to reorganize, the chain has been cited in scores, if not hundreds, of reports about the ailing economy.

Free Grant Scams – How to Avoid Becoming a Victim


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Government grants are a great opportunity to supplement your business revenue with free added capital. These grants can sometimes be all that is between you and being able to achieve your dreams. The only problem is that the majority of the government grant websites out there are deceiving, some even participating in down-right fraud. Not to fear though, there are some easy ways to be able to separate legitimate grant opportunities from the free grant scams. First you need to know what type o

Canadian Deals - Sears Free Lancome Gift With $34 Purchase


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Who doesn’t like free gifts with purchases?  This one is a great offer!!  Purchase $35 worth of Lancome products, and get $137 back in free Lancome gifts.  Here are the details: Choose your Perfect Look! A value up to $137** YOUR GIFT INCLUDES: • HIGH RÉSOLUTION REFILL-3X™ Triple Action Renewal Anti-Wrinkle Cream SPF 15 – 15ml jar • BI-FACIL™ Double-Action Eye Makeup Remover • Assorted manicure set PLUS, CHOOSE YOUR LOOK (MASCARA, 2 LIPSTICKS & COLOR DESIGN QUAD): CHOOSE FROM NATU

Sears to Reenter the Beauty Market


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Sears has dipped in and out of cosmetics over the years, with the splashiest attempt being its Circle of Beauty concept that was yanked in 2001.

Snuggle up with Barbie


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Christa Ritchie In honor of Barbie's 50th anniversary, Pottery Barn Kids has launched a pretty-in-pink bedroom collection celebrating the iconic doll.

Back to School Essentials


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Easing into new schedules come fall - whether that means juggling classes or just getting back to the grind after some time off - the back-to-school season often inspires contempt when suddenly work hours take the place of poolside hours.

These beauty products may brighten your summer


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
We waded through a wave of new beauty products and picked our favorites to get you through the summer doldrums.

FOTD Aromaleigh eyes + Cover Girl lips +


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Related Posts FOTD AL Eyes + NYX Lips + I felt like bright turquoise today, and that made me think immediately of the colors that Aromaleigh has. Eyes: all Aromaleigh, except where noted: Crease: caribe, pure hue Outer corners: aqua nightmare, gothic lolita Inner... FOTD Lancome + NYX + MAC This is the first time I've used the NXY shadows that came in my amazingly cheap haul. NYX TS29, White, Tropical, Silver (this looks like a soft blue) Brows: La Prairie pencil Mascara: BE B

Powder, powder everywhere


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Related Posts FOTD Tuesday MAC Guerlain Lancome I've been out of town and remiss about posting fotds -- and even remiss in wearing makeup. When the day begins at 4:30 and I'm on a different time zone, all bets are off. I... Review: MAC Dazzleglass Funtabulous, rimmed with Milani Crystal gloss What a great color! Here's a full face picture of it: Baby Sparks Smile + Baby Sparks Smile + Baby Sparks, rimmed with Beauté Allure What are the colors... FOTD AL eyes + Too Faced

Hitting the G-spot


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
A boutique hotel, unique and chic - that's Hotel G. Viewed from the outside during the day, Hotel G would probably escape your notice.

Agatha Ruiz De La Prada x Tweezerman


Saturday, August 29th, 2009
Putting a playful spin on Tweezerman 's signature slant tweezers, the bold style of Agatha Ruiz De La Prada commences a new line for the brand - the Designer Series.

Huge foundation primer review


Friday, August 28th, 2009
After my 'Five Favorite Things' guest blog on FreshDimez I got to thinking about primers.

Sears is bringing back the cosmetic counter


Friday, August 28th, 2009
Get your daily serving of fashion and style from N&O fashion writer Samantha Smith .

Skipping beats, blushing cheeks….


Friday, August 28th, 2009
The deep Persian pink shade in the middle grabbed my attention. It appeared to be in the same doll-like pink family as MAC's Pleasantry and Nars Angelika.

Practical Magic: Urban Decay Primer Potion


Friday, August 28th, 2009
Urban Decay's Complexion Primer Potion-Pore Perfecting formula is a new player in the primer game.

Sears Gets Beauty-full - New Cosmetics Department Stocks Mass & Prestige


Friday, August 28th, 2009
Email this Posted Aug 28th 2009 at 1:15PM by Laura Kenney Sears will open beauty departments in 13 locations over the next two weekends.

Rate it: What Brands do You Trust for Makeup AND Skincare?


Friday, August 28th, 2009
Did you know that Ireland is one of Lancome’s biggest markets? Yup. It is, which means loads of Irish ladies make it their first port of call for skincare and makeup.This got me a-thinkin’. What other brands do you trust for makeup AND skincare? The separation seems to be obvious in a lot of cases: brands focus on what they’re good at and few score for care and colour. MAC have never impressed me with their occasional forays into cleansers and exfoliators, but does any brand satisfy my need for

Lida Shahan celebrates 100 years


Friday, August 28th, 2009
Born and raised in Deep, N.D., on a prairie farmhouse, Lida Kitzman Shahan celebrated her 100th birthday in Irvine on Thursday, Aug.

Sephora Targets 100 Stores in 2010


Friday, August 28th, 2009
Cosmetics retailer Sephora plans to open up to 100 stores by 2010, Financial Times reported August 27.

Calendar: Theater and stage events


Friday, August 28th, 2009
His loping restlessness proved troublesome for one early observer, a New Jersey TV cameraman who couldn't keep up the pace.

Summer Makeup Bag Contest: Ana’s Makeup Bag


Friday, August 28th, 2009
August 28, 2009 Next up in our Summer Makeup Bag Contest is Ana from Miami: The bag was a Lancome gift with purchase….I love it because it is very roomy and girly.My Summer makeup favs in random order:1. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer sunblock SPF 85…for those bright and sunny Miami days!2. Clinique Color Palette Like Mink, Smoldering Plum3. Lancome single eye shadow in Honeymoon (I use this as a shimmery base for all my other eye shadows)4. Rimmel London Color Rush Quad in Smokey Purple5. Estee Lauder

An Old-School Desk Organizer


Friday, August 28th, 2009
LOOK SHARP: What's more old-school than pencil sharpeners? This enormous desk organizer won't sharpen anything, but it'll corral your pens and remind you of lower-tech times.

Putting Her Best Face Forward


Friday, August 28th, 2009
Lauren Luke's love for makeup did not begin glamorously. "I started applying [makeup] when I was about 12 or 13 because I wanted to look nicer at school and have friends.

Breaking News: Twilight Beauty makeup line launches!


Friday, August 28th, 2009
The brand new Twilight Beauty makeup line went live at 12:01am on August 28! For Twilight fans, it’s quite a big deal. For makeup fans, you’ve got some pretty nice options to check over. Only a few items are in stock right now… but you can take advantage of this limited pre-sale to reserve the items you want. The makeup line is broken into two collections Volturi Twilight and Luna Twilight . Both lines were developed by DuWop Cosmetics. I’ve detailed all the products in each collection b