I met Jenny McCarthy a few years back when I was on the red carpet doing interviews for COVERGIRL during a VMA party, and I was such a fan girl. I’m from the generation of Singled Out, and she was one of the first woman I observed being so confident and sexy while still being so approachable and down to earth. And that’s something that hasn’t changed or faltered from her TV to real life persona.
It’s no secret Century 21 is the place to find amazing designer deals and a fraction of their retail price. So when it comes to updating your basics on a budget (without compromising the designer label of course), this is where I shop. I’ve been a loyal customer for well over a decade since I moved to NYC, and it’s no wonder why so many tourists and NYC locals alike flock to this shopping destination. You can find some really amazing deals, and as a huge, longtime fan of the retailer, it’s thrilling to be featured on their site! (Check me out HERE)
I was given a $250 budget to dress head to toe, which was beyond easy considering their price tags and here’s what made the cut:
OUTFIT DETAILS:
COVET Light Yellow Button Front Blouse (orig. $95) available for $34.97
PREMIUM DENIM Black Coated Skinny Jeans (orig. $225) available for $79.99
SCHUTZ Black Corry Ankle Boots (orig. $280) available for $109.97
TOTAL: $224.93 ($600) 63% off
Shop the look and check out my feature at C21stores.com
If you follow me on Instagram, you know I’ve been in St. Louis for the past week. I flew in for their Fashion Week and to host the after-party and am so beyond inspired and excited by everything coming out of that city. Alive Magazine planned my entire trip and the fashion show itself and they should be so proud of what they created. The sense of community and level of quality and detail rivals new york.
The second annual consumer choice awards: #beauty20 took place in New York on September 30 at 404NYC in New York. The celebration took place during the innoCos Digital summit. And I was honored to be apart of the ceremony and asked to present the “Best Instagram” award.
One of my favorite nights from fashion week was when Caravan Stylist Studio asked me to host an event for Save the Garment Center with members of the cast of Orange is the New Black and Boardwalk Empire, plus some designers that are MADE IN NY!
Two things were apparent at Reem Acra’s Spring 2015 show, a fondness for flesh and no shortage of shine. While the stunning collection, said to be inspired by mid century couturiers, had those of us in the crowd fantasizing about a rendezvous on the red carpet, it was the beauty look that we felt could apply to our real life.
Enhancing the hair’s natural texture was the look created by Didier Malige with René Furterer products. Taking a cue from Reem’s designs the locks were draped in the front in an asymmetrical manner, while the supporting strands had modern feel to them. We love the way this gave the dressy silhouettes an edge and could easily be re-imagned to work in your weekend routine when you want to freshen up your “going out” look.
The same could be said about the makeup look, created by legendary makeup artist, Pat McGrath. Smokey eyes with a bronze overlay, toning down the intensity of the lids but playing up the glamour for a perfect balance.
This entire look is very “copyable” all the way down to the fingertips. Miss Pop used OPI’s “Bubble Bath” shade, which is a soft, milky pink. The cult favorite echoed the romance of the collection effortlessly and can be seen below on Miss Pop herself who jazzed the look up on her fingers with a dash of a rebellious black.
Happy Monday everyone! I’m so excited to share that my advertorial with L.A. COLORS is running in the current issue of Life & Style and In Touch Weekly!!!!
As some of you know In Touch, Life&Style Weekly and L.A.COLORS picked five bloggers to compete in their “BRUSH WITH FAME CHALLENGE! Every week we were sent different challenges and judged against the other contestants for the chance to be featured in an advertorial In Tough and Life&Style!! It was a really fun experience and I’m so excited and honored to have won.
So many of you know I was in LA last month shooting with Carefree and Glam.com some segments. Our first video campaign just launched and features my travel tips on “How to Pack Like A Pro” — and how to pack smart for a weekend trip.
Hey everyone, join me on Thursday from 1:30-2pm EST for my tweetup with Avon. We’ll be talking about dark circles and giving away tons of prizes!
Did you know women’s #1 eye concern are dark circles? So lets open the conversation and get your questions answered on how to combat them. We’re also available to answer any skincare questions you have.
Make sure to follow @prettyconnected and @AvonInsider and use the hashtag #ANEWYOU during our chat to automatically be entered to win (prize details below).
Earlier this week, I was invited by the Whitney for a private tour of the Jeff Koons: A Retrospective showing. This is the final show the Whitney is exhibiting until they re-open at a new location downtown (in the meatpacking district); and will be on display through October 19th. The Whitney will continue to own the property but will be leasing the space the the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
