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January 21, 2014

Make Valentine’s Day All About YOU This Year

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You know, it’s great to celebrate V-Day with traditional items like candy, red lace lingerie, and teddy bears, but what about those of us that don’t celebrate it? It’s really just another day, albeit perhaps even slightly annoying even, if you’re not into it or have any plans. Ladies, let’s reclaim the holiday.

This year, I propose dedicating Valentine’s Day to more of a “treat yourself” day; go for that spa treatment you’ve been meaning to try for ages, eat something a little indulgent, and buy yourself something nice, because when it comes down to it, you REALLY deserve it!

Here’s a few items that may be vaguely reminiscent of that February 14th holiday, however we’ve carefully peppered in a handful of fashionable items that will work for you WAY beyond that single day.

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Coach Madison Hobo in Pintuck Leather, $398

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Fleur du Mal Rose Lace Demi Bra, $128, and Lace Thong, $65, available at Shopbop.com

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Anthropologie Rubied Dusk Dress, $298
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January 17, 2014

Fashion Pulse Flash: Kiss My Face, Garnier, More

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Kiss My Face Sun Care for 2014 with Antioxidant Defenders is AWESOME. Just plain awesome. The natural brand (and one of my favorites) encourages customers to “practice safe sun,” and with sustainable and plant-based ingredients, it’s easier than ever to make a great product choice for your body while spending time in the sun. The natural mineral sun blocking agents of titanium dioxide and zinc oxide give UVA and UVB protection, while all of the sun care items are also free of parabens, oxybenzone, and artificial fragrances.  SPFs offered in the sun care category from Kiss My Face range from 15-50, however I am wildly enthusiastic about the numbers at the higher end of the spectrum, being ultra-fair and burning easily.

Arriving in spring 2014, the new products bring some great items to the table, including the Tattoo Shade SPF30, which offers anti-fade protection with green tea, Vitamin E, and carrot extract, and the Sensitive Side SPF30, created especially for those of us with sensitive skin and containing oat protein, moisturizing safflower based hydresia oleosomes for extra hydration, and the requisite green tea and carrot extract.   The new air powered spray, which is convenient for getting all of those hard-to-reach spots and nourishes and soothes with chamomile, Vitamins C, E, aloe and cucumber comes in a version for kids, sport, ultra sheer, and a whipped crème lotion.  Shop the new line of  Kiss My Face Sun Care in the spring of 2014 at Whole Foods and online at KissMyFace.com.
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January 15, 2014

Pair it with This: Gradient Eyeglasses

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Fact: eyeglasses can be as MUCH of accessory fashion statement as your jewelry, watch, bag, or footwear. You just need to find the right shape, style, fabrication, and color that suits you best, since unlike the other items mentioned, you will have less of a choice regarding wearing them on an every day basis. Luckily, the prices of cool frames and lenses have come down so so much in recent years that you can easily afford to keep several pairs on hand, so go ahead and get that frivolous pair!

My favorite design, which I’ve been wearing now for seven years and looks great on every one is a slightly over sized gradient pair of shades. The gradient can be subtle or stark, and while choosing a brown, black, or grey gradient certainly makes the frames more versatile, again, don’t be afraid of a punch of bold color to make a great fashion statement.

My favorite gradient eye glasses, featured above, from clockwise:

Eyefly Blackburn Cove in Olive Gradient, $94

Derek Cardigan 7016 in Brown Pink Fade, $89

Prada PR 03QV in Red/Burgendy, $265

39DollarGlasses.comRetro Eyewear 100 Eyeglasses in cognac/blue smoke,  $44

Warby Parker Zagg in Tennessee Whiskey, $95

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January 14, 2014

Target’s Newest Designer Collection, PETER PILOTTO, is Coming Soon!

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[Go long, sleeveless, or cropped with your tops from Peter Pilotto for Target]

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[Choose several great pieces for the beach from Peter Pilotto for Target]

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[Petal-inspired and straight skirts from the Peter Pilotto for Target collection]

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[Modest dress lengths from the Peter Pilotto for Target Collection]

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[Sweatshirts go incognito with the Peter Pilotto for Target Collection]

Last night I previewed the upcoming collection from a great young design phenom who is certainly going to be one to watch (see my Instagram feed for pics). Available in select Target stores and online at Target.com starting February 9th, the latest capsule collection PETER PILOTTO, designed by Peter Pilotto and Christopher De Vos, brings the British duo’s sharp eye for prints and incredible design sensibility stateside for a limited time at prices that will be extremely hard to pass up.

The 70 items which range from women’s apparel to accessories and swimwear, come in at largely under $60, in a bevy of kaleidoscope and mixed prints, angular and asymmetric silhouettes, and overall reinventing the wheel when it comes to classic shapes, such as cardigans and totes. You’re certain to find the ever-classic and on-trend combination of black and white in the lineup, with some other colorful surprises to add distinction and robust definition to the pieces. Some of my favorites are found above, grouped into several categories such as beach-worthy items, skirts, and sweatshirts. Enjoy!

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