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Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals

Here it comes, the most anticipated shopping weekend of the year as we get ready for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.  Happy shopping!

All deals are from Friday 11/25-11/28 unless otherwise noted.

DL 1961 Premium Denim launched their new blog and are offering 25% off their entire site with code INDIGO25 on DL1961.com

Gilt Groupe – when you invite friends and family to Gilt, they will receive 20% off their first purchase and once they make their first purchase you’ll receive 20% off your next purchase as a special thank you. Additional great blockbuster deals available throughout the weekends. gilt.com

Lands’ End Canvas is offering 30% off everything + free shipping with Promo Code: DRUMSTICK. canvas.landsend.com

Piperlime – 20% off their entire website and free shipping. piperlime.gap.com

Bobbi Brown – From 11/22-11/29 enjoy 3 of Bobbi Brown’s best-selling treats (a sample size of Intensive Skin Supplement, Everything Mascara and Crystal Lip Gloss), plus free shipping on all orders. bobbibrowncosmetics.com

VS Pink – on 11/25 VS Pink is offering $25 crew neck hoodies. And from 11/29-12/7 they are giving away a free PINK Nation Panty with any purchase. victoriassecret.com/pink

Hanky Panky – Up to 50% off boyshorts, panties, camil and tops plus free shipping on all orders 11/24-11/29. hankypanky.com

Lady Gaga in Violent Lips

Violent Lips – 50 % off their entire website on Friday and Monday, plus free shipping. Don’t forget to check out their new Blue Glitteratti shade (as pictured on Lady Gaga). violentlips.com

Norma Kamali – up to 75% off original price merchandise in-store only. normakamalicollection.com

WOODLEY & BUNNY – 15% off your entire purchase in-store and online at woodleyandbunny.com

ESPRIT is offering 40& off their entire store and website from 11/21-11/29. With an Early Bird special of

Dita Von Teese: “My Cointreau Travel Essentials”

Photo credit: Jason Kempin, Getty Images

Dita Von Teese, Cointreau® Brand Ambassador and International Queen of Burlesque, celebrated the launch of her latest limited-edition travel accessory,  “My Cointreau® Travel Essentials” at an intimate cocktail party hosted at the Royalton in NYC. Draped in a stunning long, black Herve L Leroux gown, Louboutin heels, and her signature bold, red lips, the burlesque icon was radiant as she introduced us to her vintage-inspired travel bar.

Photo Credit: Lisa Barr, Yours in Bridal

I imagine my reaction to the “My Cointreau® Travel Essentials” set was similar to a kid seeing their dream Barbie Playhouse in a window of  toy store. Big eyed and nearly speechless, I turned to my date, asking ‘can I please have it?’! It’s so old-Hollywood glam.

Housed in a chic, retro hatbox, the luxury coffret opens up to reveal a beautifully-refined mini bar that contains all the items needed to create original cocktails whether you’re having an intimate evening at home or jet setting around the globe. It’s divine, just like it’s creator — Dita Von Teese was so glamorous and lovely. I asked her what her favorite part about being a brand ambassador for Cointreau® was, to which she replied “working for a brand I really believe in and love”.

Consider it added to the Christmas list!

How do you Cointreau? Try these recipe’s out for taste.

Kiehl’s and Koons Partner for the Holidays

This holiday season, Kiehl’s Since 1851 is continuing their philanthropic efforts to raise awareness and funds for a children’s charity by partnering with artist Jeff Koons again for a Limited Edition Holiday Creme de Corps Collection. Kiehl’s will be donating 100% of Kiehl’s worldwide net profits to The Koons Family Institute on International Law and Policy, an initiative of the International Centre for Missing & Exploited Children (ICMEC).

Available in the collection is their iconic, cult favorite Creme de Corps moisturizer in three sizes; 1 Liter ($72), 16.9 oz ($47) and  8.4 oz. ($29). Additionally the gold Limited Edition Jeff Koons Bottle Art based on the iconic balloon flower sculpture created by the artist is available for $50.

Kiehl’s has also launched an integrative, holiday experience online, allowing their customers to learn more about Mr. Koons, ICMEC, and share their own hopes for this holiday season. Visit www.kiehls.com/shareyourhopes to share your experience.

For more information on the Limited Edition Creme de Corps collection visit Kiehls.com

Ready, set, bid! Pamella Roland online auction to benefit the Children’s Scholarship Fund

Want to do good and look good at the same time? Bid on a custom-made Pamella Roland design and help a low-income child receive a quality education.

Children’s Scholarship Fund (CSF) is hosting an online auction thanks to a generous donation from Pamella Roland.  The winner will choose between a Pamella Roland sleeveless chiffon paneled full-length gown or knee-length dress with a bateau neckline.  The gown or dress will also be tailor-made in the size and color of the winner’s choice.

PAMELLA ROLAND is a designer fashion label led and designed by CSF Board Member Pamella DeVos. Pamella designs for a confident woman with exceptional taste – one who demands a versatile wardrobe in which she feels polished and impeccable without forsaking her sensuality and femininity. For more information about the label, visit www.pamellaroland.com.

All proceeds go towards funding CSF scholarships – and keep in mind, a bid of just $1,890 will put one low-income child on the path to a brighter future.

Visit the online auction today. Happy bidding!

YOU’RE INVITED on 11/19: Rosa Pusher Fall/Holiday 2011 Trunkshow

Since I can’t make it this weekend, I wanted to extend my invitation to my readers. And don’t worry, I  asked and it’s okay to be transfered, just be sure to RSVP to [email protected] if you can make it!

What: Rosa Pusher Fall/Holiday 2011 Trunkshow
When: Saturday November 19th, from 2-6PM
WHERE: The Roger Smith Hotel (501 Lexington avenue at 48th St).

Enjoy cocktails, singha beer, cupcakes and Hors D’Veuvres compliments of Nellos’s Restaurant.

 

Forever 21 Spring/Summer 2012 Preview

There’s a lot to look forward to this spring with Forever 21’s Spring/Summer 2012 collection –or rather 4 collections. There’s ‘The Tea Room’ which is a collection comprised of kimono sleeves, large floral prints, flowy/relaxed materials and elements of sheer and chiffon; ‘Rebel Yell’ which focuses around grunge, fringe, graphic tees, distressed denim, studs, American flags and large open knit sweaters; ‘Retro Revival’ which has a 20’s/30’s beach chic influence, bold prints, tailored pieces, stripes and polka dots; and lastly, ‘Sixties Sorbet’ which follows the 60’s shapes and silhouettes, pastel colors and lace. And if all of that isn’t exciting enough, check out the accessories!

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Josie Natori Open First Ready-To-Wear Boutique at Saks!

Josie Natori at her boutique launch

Josie Natori (as in the woman behind Natori lingerie) has launched her first ready-to-wear boutique at Saks Fifth Avenue on their newly renovated fourth floor.

Launching with her Resort 2011 collection, the line is an embodiment of the art of the Geisha and spirit of the Samurai, with silhouettes that resemble reworked traditional kimonos and origami-like shapes. Inspired by women, Josie wanted to create a timeless collection (whether it be worn today or years from now), which moved effortlessly from day to night and could be layered up or down to compliment our busy lives. A mix of great basics, prints and fabrications, I’m smitten with the red jacket (pictured left on Josie Natori)… so much that I actually borrowed it for a picture with the designer.

Which of course as soon as she took the jacket off, I was all about the black dress she had under it (I’m like that mouse in If You Give A Mouse a Cookie). I love the pointed sleeves on it! Some other favorites from the collection includes:


This necklace blows my mind! It’s so editorial (I wish I could pull it off!).

If you haven’t been to the 4th floor at Saks post-renovation, definitely check it out! It’s beautiful and so much more shopable, housing the likes of brands including Ralph Lauren, Tahari, Burberry, Tory Burch, and now Josie Natori!

Check out more images from the entire collection and launch event:

Betsey Johnson to Partner with The Plaza Hotel for Eloise Tree Lighting

Betsey Johnson's original sketch for the tree

I die! Betsey Johnson is partnering with the The Plaza to design the hotel’s first official Christmas Tree this holiday season.  Inspired by the iconic fictional Plaza resident, Eloise, the Christmas tree will be unveiled during a special ‘Tree Lighting Tea’ in The Palm Court on November 28 at 5pm, hosted by The Plaza and Betsey Johnson. The Plaza also recently opened the designer’s first holiday ‘popup’ shop to offer an exciting collection of giftable items.

“I absolutely loooove The Plaza, along with Eloise of course!” says Betsey Johnson. “I’ll be poppin’ in to light the Eloise tree and kick off my Betsey holiday pop-up shop, filled with my favorite stocking stuffers and more. There’s something for everybody! Pop in and say hi! XOX Betsey.”

This hits a sentimental cord considering growing up I loved reading Eloise. I actually still

Lisa Hoffman Launches Fragrance Jewelry Collection

Today, Lisa Hoffman is launching her new line of fragrances including a jewelery collection! Branching off of her ‘wear fragrance your way‘ motto, Lisa Hoffman created 5 base fragrances, Madagascar Orchid, French Clary Sage, Tunisian Neroli, Tuscan Fig and Japanese Agarwood and from there created 4 fragrances under each collection base for morning, daytime, evening and bedtime (and are sold as a set). Additionally, she’s created a body care line, candles and what I’m most excited for… fragrance jewelry based off these fragrances.

Unlike other brands in this category we’re not talking solid perfume rings and necklaces, but charms filled with fragrance beads. Launching with the fragrance bead bracelet (today!), in the coming months we have the earrings and pendant to look forward to (and I can’t wait, I need that necklace!).

The benefit of the fragrance beads (made of wood) is you can mix and match based on your scent preference, and they are refillable. Plus their safe for individuals with sensitive skin or allergic to perfume.

The Fragrance Jewelry collection features a proprietary delivery system that slowly releases perfume as they are exposed to air and offers a stylish, whimsical new way to personalize your scent, and look. And they are beautiful! Modeled after a pair of Victorian-era earrings Lisa was given by her husband (ahem, actor Dustin Hoffman), the story goes that during that time it was considered gauche to wear diamonds during the day; so jewelers made pieces with snap-off “fronts” on them, that could cover the jewels until the evening when when they could be removed. This concept inspired both the silhouette and the functionality of the filigreed charm. Plated with antiqued sterling silver and bronze, 14-karat gold and rose gold (depending on the scent held within), they each come with a pack of fragrance beads to be refilled every 1-2 weeks (depending on how much exposure to air).

Filled, mixed, or otherwise empty, it’s an extraordinary design and an amazing accessory. Not sure your scent preferences? Visit their website and take their diagnostic test, known as the iSecntify fragrance finder to help you find your scent.

For more information on the collection visit LisaHoffmanBeauty.com

Disclaimer: Pretty Connected was given a sample of the bead bracelet for post consideration. Pretty Connected was under no obligation to write this review.