Living Proof is easily one of the most solid haircare lines on the market right now. In fact they have yet to develop an shampoo or conditioner I haven’t liked (I’m still working my way through their styling products) and their Frizz line is a staple in my bathroom. With winter around the corner, Living Proof is adding a new sulfate-free collection to their existing line of Frizz, Volume, and Straight products; Restore!
Formulated to restore your hair from the damages of heat styling, processing and seasonal dryness, Restore avoids using oils and silicones other brands use to combat dryness and damaged hair; which leave hair feeling greasy and dirty, leading to more washing, styling and processing (perpetuating a cycle of increased dryness and damages). “Restore really challenges the status-quo. It is a solution that addresses the causes of dryness and damage, offering
On November 30th, if you’re in NYC there’s really no reason not to step out on the town. Especially when you can…
MEET RACHEL ZOE:
Piperlime will be opening a Piperlime Piping Hot Lounge in NYC with Rachel Zoe for 2 hours only. Consumers will have the chance to meet Rachel and score a Piperlime mystery gift card (values up to $500), including a special offer to share with friends. Rachel will also be giving away one of her Piperlime holiday picks every 5 minutes.
WHAT: Kick-off the holiday season with Piperlime and Guest Editor Rachel Zoe at the Piperlime Piping Hot Lounge.
The first ten people in line get a photo with Rachel!
Rachel will giveaway one of her Piperlime holiday picks every 5 minutes… think Michael Kors and Marc by Marc Jacobs goodies
500 lucky people will score a Piperlime mystery gift card with values up to $500 and a special offer to share with friends
WHEN: Wednesday, November 30th, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
WHERE: 201 Mulberry Street (between Spring & Kenmore)
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
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 theInternational 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
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.
Disclaimer: Pretty Connected was given a sample of the bead bracelet for post consideration. Pretty Connected was under no obligation to write this review.
Makeda from Glamazon Diaries, Lara (me), Eileen from Miss Who Ever You Are
What an exciting weekend! Friday night I was one of the featured bloggers for Lucky Magazine’sLucky Shops VIP event (you may have noticed me tweeting up a storm). I partnered with the publication to serve on their blogger committee which was nothing short of fabulous; I was so honored to be working with them.
The VIP event kicked off the annual Lucky Shops, which is 3-day shopping event, where dozens of our favorite designers sell their merchandise at up to 70%! It’s a fashionista’s dream, which NYC is not short on; so needless to say, it was packed.
I met the glam team at Bloom Beauty Lounge to start the night out right with some blow-outs and styling. I went with my signature blowout with a some added curls and volume (I call it the Victoria’s Secret model blow-out) to compliment my awesome outfit [Shirt/Shorts/Boots: Nicole Miller; Tights: Joe Fresh; Necklace: Banana Republic; Belt: The Limited]. Once our hair was red-carpet ready, that’s just where we headed — to the red carpet where we joined the likes of Bridget Moynahan, Kaylee DeFer, Iman, Susan Lucci, Rachel Roy, Katina Bowden, and Erika Dasher to have our pictures taken and have exclusive coverage opportunities. Then on to go shopping!
Brandon Holly, Mary Alice Stephenson and Mrchy Bloom30 Rock star, Katina BowdenMy Lucky Shops Outfil {Nicole Miller Shirt/Shorts/Boots}
I invited a few friends at the event and we bee-lined it to Rebecca Minkoff, and all walked away with a new purses. We circled the ground floor and then made our way upstairs to the Hunter Dixon booth. I’m new to their designs but am keeping them on my radar since I wanted everything in their booth! After settling on a pair of pants and skirt (my dates bought up just dresses and tops), it was time to move on. Two Lucky Shop shopping bags full later, I was cut off.
In love with my new Rebecca Minkoff bag!
We then headed to the Lucky Shops after-party at the Crosby hotel for a private advanced screening of Jane by Design starring Erica Dasher, Andie MacDowell and a whole lotta good looking men. As someone who probably doesn’t watch enough television, let alone ABC Family, I found it entertaining and fun without being cheesy (as I find most shows geared towards teenagers to be). If follows unpopular (although very fashion forward) high school student, Jane (Erica Dasher) as she applies for a fashion internship and instead mistaken for an adult, accidentally lands a part-time job. For the love of fashion, I’m sure this show will suck me right in — although it doesn’t premiere until January 23rd, so you’ll just have to wait to see what I’m talking about.
Moi with Jane by Design star, Erica DasherQ&A with Jane by Design star, Erica Dasher and Costume Designer, Olivia MilesMore Blogger Love: Christine from Tineey.com, Makeda from GlamazonDiaries.com, and me
Thank you Lucky Magazine for a great night and the amazing opportunity to work together!
As October winds down there are quite a few promotions and partnerships that are only valid through the end of the month. First off fashion/beauty trend experts, Refinery29 have partnered with skincare brand, skyn ICELAND to bring us the Exclusive R29 Brighten Up Kit for $39 (retail value $90). Targeted to replenish, renew and brighten skin in 3 easy steps, the kit includes a deluxe-sixed Pure Cloud Cleanser, with 100%muslin cloth, deluxe-sized Pure Cloud Cream, full-sized Arctic Brightening Serum, and a reusable coated canvas skin ICELAND bag. Offer ends 11/1 and is is available on http://reserve.refinery29.com/offer/145/skyn-iceland
Also as Breast Cancer Awareness month comes to a close, there’s still a few days left to take advantage of the great products companies have created to raise money for research to irradiate this disease. Earlier this month I posted a more complete list of BCA products (click HERE if you missed that post). Additionally below are some highlights and a few new ones we’ve come across. Please note all the below offers below are valid through October 31st.
Aveda is bringing back their Limited-Edition Pink Ribbon Hand Relief offering $4 for every purchase to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation to support cruelty-free research.
Dior launched their 4th annual Dior Online Auction with 100% of the proceeds to benefit Look Good Feel Better. Fans can visit www.diorauction.com to bid on items to support this cause in three categories: Luxe Trips, Elite Experiences and Lavish Products.
Stila – Get empowered in pink with Stila’s limited-edition Positive and Pretty Palette featuring four award-winning Eye Shadows, a Cheek Color and a Highlighter. A mirror is included for on-the-go application and a detailed face chart offers how-to tips and tricks. 10% of the proceeds will go to a variety of BCA charities including the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Price: $14 (a $62 value).
Cricket has created a limited edition link of Pink Power hair styling toolsincluding hair dryers and flat irons, with a portion of the proceeds to be donated to Breast Cancer Research.
Fergie FootwearAWARENESS Shoe ($79.99) – Created by Fergie herself to support Breast Cancer Awareness, the 4 inch hot pink sparkly pump put our office in an ordering frenzy (ho great do these look on our colleague, Yadi?). Available on www.fergieshoes.com, the company is donating $20,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure® in connection with this program.
Katy Perry for ghd campaign, photographed by David La Chapelle
Hair Straightener, extraordinaire brand, ghd is partnering with Kate Perry again this season for their new Scarlet Collection Limited Edition. The Art-Deco inspired collection was photographed by the infamous, David La Chapelle (he also shot the previous Perry/ghd campaign), in a twisted, vampy fairytale scene, of which Perry portrays
I have a rather humorous story to tell that sums up to MAKE UP FOR EVER new Fluo Night is a must-have for Halloween or in your makeup collection for any occasion that deems you in Ultraviolet light.
My story begins at 10am in the bathroom of my office smothering this translucent loose powder all over my lips and eyes, turning off the lights and waiting to glow in the dark. I didn’t. I put more on, turned the lights off…nothing. I missed the part about only glowing in the dark under black-lights. Naturally, I put makeup on over the light-weight powder and chalked it up to a failed product. A whole day of work, and several events later; 12 hours to be exact, I stopped by SPiN New York to finalize my birthday reservations only to get a lot of stares. NO ONE SAID ANYTHING! Finally some overly drunk table-tennis player nearly screamed while almost tripping over me to pick up a ping-pong ball asking, “what’s the matter with your face?”
What you'll look like if you use Fluo Night
Confused for a moment, I realized it was black-light ping-pong night at the club (what are the odds?), and my MAKE UP FOR EVER product doesn’t glow in darkness, it glows under UV lights! I ran back to my date and asked what was the matter with my face? He replied, ‘nothing, why?’, I grabbed his arm and moved us under the black-light lantern –‘What about now?’. When he was finally able to compose himself from the horrific laughter we snapped a few shots, and I left mortified. Really, what got me is the amount of staff and friends I ran into there and none of them told me. Although in all fairness, knowing that I’m an beauty blogger, they probably all assumed it was
Living Proof is easily one of the most solid haircare lines on the market right now. In fact they have yet to develop an shampoo or conditioner I haven’t liked (I’m still working my way through their styling products) and their Frizz line is a staple in my bathroom. With winter around the corner, Living Proof is adding a new sulfate-free collection to their existing line of Frizz, Volume, and Straight products; Restore!
Stila – Get empowered in pink with 
