Yearly Archives: 2010

The Card Cache

I don’t know about you but I have a lot of junk in my wallet between business cards, credit cards, ID, gift cards and receipts. Plus why does every company have it’s own reward card? Can’t there be some paperless system in place already, like using a phone numbers?

I actually get so frustrated with how heavy and bulky my wallet gets that often I’ll take out my license, bank card, $40 and throw them in my makeup case and call it a night (literally – that’s about all the room my clutches can handle).  Then again it’s no wonder I’m always losing my license, this isn’t exactly the most organized solution. However, the Card Cache is. It’s a stylish keychain for your cards. Simply hole punch the corners of your promotional cards and

Alfred Kenney Jewelry

I’m a fan of any girl that can do it all, but particularly ones who make it look effortless and do it with style. Which is why I’m pleased to announce the official launch of my dear friend, lawyer (wouldn’t have Pretty Connected trademarked without her!) and now jeweler, Christine Creamer’s new jewelry line, Alfred Kenney. Inspired by movement, Alfred Kenney manages to dovetail simplicity and elegance while still being completely edgy and modern. Which just

GoldRun Launches iPhone app with Style.com & H&M

iPhone holders, today GoldRun debuts its new augmented reality application “X Marks the Spot” which delivers virtual goods and user rewards through social media games, guides and loyalty programs.  Features include users the capability to create their own virtual fashion show featuring a selection from H&M’s fall/winter collection.

To celebrate the launch, GoldRun has teamed up with Style.com and H&M to offer shoppers discounts, gift cards and a chance to win a trip to Las Vegas.  For the next 10 days, iPhone users who download the GoldRun app and visit any NYC H&M location can participate in a game to instantly receive a 10% off coupon valid for that day. All you have to do is find one of the featured virtual items in the collection shown, photograph it through the app and then click ‘collect your reward’ (which instantly downloads the 10% off voucher). Plus, you will be automatically

Joonburg’s Halloween Weekend for You

No plans for the weekend? Joonbug.com has you covered!

Saturday night, it’s Horror on the Hudson at Pier 92 hosted by socialite, Tinsley Mortier with Celebrity DJ Mel Debarge. Party goes from 9pm – 4am. For more information or to purchase tickets (starting at $95) click HERE

On Sunday, Halloween, Joonbug is hosting the 9th annual masquerade ball at Capitale with a live performance by the Born Again Baldwins. Party goes from 9pm – 4am, with 1 hour open bar 9pm -10pm. Tickets (starting at $25) available for purchase HERE

Disclaimer: Members of  Pretty Connected were invited to the Joonbug events as press with complimentary admission with no obligation to write a review or post about the events.

Kiehl’s Partners with Jeff Koon’s: Limited Edition Creme de Corps

Kiehl’s Since 1851 and contemporary artist,  Jeff Koons are at again, this time partnering to introduce the Limited Edition Creme de Corps Holiday Collection. The assortment includes Kiehl’s bestseller Crème de Corps (in 3 sizes, $70/1 liter, $45/16.9oz and $27/8.4oz) and their newest formulation, Creme de Corps Soy Milk & Honey Whipped Body Butter ($35/8 fl. Oz jar), featuring Koon’s artwork of TULIPS (1995-98 Oil on Canvas) on the label. Now available, Kiehl’s is donating 100% of the worldwide net profits of up to $200,000 to The Koons Family Institute, an initiative of the International Centre for Missing & Exploited Children (ICMEC).

It’s almost too

Chella’s NEW Brow Full-Fillment Conditioning Treatment

Collection of Chella Products

By now most of you are aware (or have even been apart) of the eyelash conditioning craze that’s been trending thickening and growing lashes for over a year, but what about your eyebrows?

In celebration of the launch of Chella’s latest product, the ‘Brow Full-Fillment Conditioning Treatment’, I attended a live demonstration by celebrity makeup artist DeeDee Marcelli (who’s worked with

BluePrintCleanse – 3 Days to a Healthier You

BluePrintCleanse is a nutritional juice-based cleanse that offers a variety of programs depending on the system best fit for your lifestyle. The classic cleanse (although they do offer other products and services), has 3 levels: Renovation, Foundation, and Excavation. All of which consist of six 16 oz raw fruit and vegetable juices daily.

Having done the cleanse (3 days at a time) every 3-6 months for the past two years, I find it

SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS Presents Jawaher

Jawaher is a new initiative from SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS, which celebrates the intrinsic elegance and glamour of Arabian women today.

Featuring fashion pieces created by world-renowned designers including Allessanra Rich, Sohad Acouri, Zaid Anton and more; Jawaher reflects modern-day clothing fit for special occasions and women with glamorous lifestyles (while still maintaining Middle Eastern tradition).

The featured designers used

10/22: Lancome Unveils Genes Day to Support St. Jude Hospital

Lancome declares October 22nd Genes Day –who knew you could do that? Then again it’s for a great cause, so we endorse it! The day will serve as fundraiser in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, with the luxury brand pledging to donate a minimum of $100,000.  Go Lancome!

How are they doing it? With your help! Last year Lancome launched Genifique Youth Activating Concentrate, which I have yet to try but have heard good things. In honor of their claim that the product delivers results in seven days, Lancome is donating $7 from the sale of every bottle to St. Jude on October 22nd.

For anyone who wishes to try the product prior to purchasing, visit a Lancome counter on the 22nd for a complimentary deluxe seven-day sample (no purchase necessary).

With all these 7’s running around, I wonder why

Gilt Groupe Wedding Shop – Starts Today!

Calling all brides! Today at noon Gilt Groupe is launching a wedding sale. Unlike their regular 1-day sales, this event will last until midnight on Sunday, 10/24 with a different theme everyday.  If you’re planning a wedding, or even in one (that’s me! proud bridesmaid to be), you’re probably well aware of all the expenses associated with both and that it’s hard to skimp for your big day.  So at up to 60% off, Gilt has you covered.

As a side note: all you guests attending the wedding, check out the Michael Aram selection on the last day of the sale (10/24). I’m so fond of his work and aesthetic. In my opinion, his pieces truly make the perfect wedding present.

Here’s the official schedule:

Day One: For the Bride and Groom

Key brands include: Alberta Ferretti, Vera Wang Collection