November 22, 2008
by fashionpulse
Ever since my skin transitioned from the oily-teenage type to the much dryer, moisture-deprived current state of my mid-twenties, I’ve been addicted to a slew of moisturizers and foundations, and haven’t thought twice about reverting back to using a powder like I did in my Clinique-loving teen years. With the mineral makeup craze snowballing across all pricepoints, I was stumped as to how to best incorporate this into my foundation routine. However, I recently tried out the PurMinerals 4-in-1 Pressed Mineral Makeup SPF 15 in Light, $24.50 at Ulta.com, and was quite impressed with the super-airy, sheer texture of the product and overall coverage it provided. I liked that it didn’t make me work to use it (although it took a few seconds to get used to usin a brush again!) and is a foundation, concealer, finishing powder, shea butter, Vitamin E, and SPF all in one. Sure, I’ve still got my anti-aging moisturizer on underneath, but now I feel that my face can breathe a little easier without caking on any extra layers.
-Julia DiNardo
November 21, 2008
by fashionpulse
If I’m going to indulge a bit in the fringe trend for spring 2009, spotted on the runways at Hermes, Costume National, Vivienne Westwood, and Jil Sander, I’ve decided that I don’t want it to be too country, but it should be a little sexy, and a tad bit humorous — all wrapped into one item. If price was not a factor, I wouldn’t think twice about adding this 3.1 Phillip Lim Tassel Trim Blouse, $177.50 (was $355) at NET-A-PORTER.com to my shopping cart. I love the way that Mr. Lim literally did tassels around the neckline (hence fulfilling the “humor” requirement of my on-the-fringe search). My other choice, would be the Fringe Top, $16.99 at Charlotte Russe — I adore the chocolate brown color and the thin strands of flowingfringe; angularly cut to be slightly reminiscent of a hipster hair-do (humorous aspect)! Don’t ask me how to launder this though — due to the price, I think its just one of those tops that you’ll have to wear and Febreze, wear and Febreze, wear and throw away. Besides, we KNOW this trend isn’t here to stay, so why go to the trouble for 2+ drycleanings that will exceed the price of the purchase?
— Julia DiNardo
November 21, 2008
by fashionpulse
We’ve got some great posts for you from the fabulous blogs and online publications that are part of the Web Snob Group — enjoy!
A Few Goody GumDrops loves the jewel lock spray from Hermes.
55 Secret Street thinks even non-Oprah addicts will appreciate metallic makeup cases and other goodies from The Oprah Store.
Stiletto Jungle found the perfect gift for your fav office friend.
Allie is Wired looks at Hollywood power families.
Bag Bliss can’t get enough of handbag designer Zufi Alexander.
Bag Snob wants to rescue Carlos Falchi’s Buffalo bag.
Fashion, Evolved thinks YOU would make an excellent model in the new eco-fashion show,
Fashion Pulse loves Chanel’s two-toned tights, and found them for $14 instead of $250.
Kristopher reports: lose the Pinkberry and hit the gym. Reality, or reality?The Fashionable Housewife dishes up some holiday hair inspirations.
Second City Style: when to pounce or pass when shopping for vintage.
Shopping and Info wants your opinion: the green top worn by Madonna at the Gucci event ?
StyleBakery shows chic styling for a pencil skirt for a party
Stylehive shares lightweight scarves.
The Beauty Stop features eyebrow secrets from Shavata, the Harrod’s eyebrow expert.
The Shoe Goddess goes inside LA’s trendy Satine boutique. Beauty Snob reports: the latest weight-loss craze, HCG injections. Miraculous or ridiculous?
November 20, 2008
by fashionpulse
Images from Style.com
I am obsessed, and I mean obsessed with the Chanel two-toned opaque tights from the Fall/Winter 2008 collections, and are even more in love with the sheer version that paraded down the spring 2009 runways this season. 
As far as practicality goes, the thicker version is more appropriate for the wind-tunnel gusts and frosty New York winter, but shall we dare pay the price tag — that soar above $200 for these babies? You know the answer to that. You can get the best of both sheer and opaque worlds via these Either Or Tights for a whopping $14 at Urban Outfitters. They’re sure to fit my desire for the trend, as well as my budget! Okay, so they don’t have the chic littel “double C” logo across the ankle, but I am willing to spare a few hundred for that, don’t you think a more worthy investment might be to get a cute new outfit to accompany the tights instead?
-Julia DiNardo
