Fashion Pulse Daily - Part 432

July 3, 2012

Shop and Stay at The Thayer Hotel

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After the whirlwind day of shopping at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, I was invited to stay at The Thayer Hotel, located on West Point’s campus, only twenty minutes from the outlets. As if the sweeping vistas, stellar service, and gorgeous, well-kept rooms weren’t enough, the heritage of the hotel and respect to the 200 year old campus surrounding it has remained perfectly in tact, with modern updates and necessities here and there, kept the place feeling like a luxury outpost, constantly abuzz with warm smiles and activity. The hotel has hosted five U.S. Presidents and is the location of many a wedding reception, as I witnessed wedding attendees coming and going throughout the day.

I stayed in the new Executive Suites wing, while my friend Kristin Booker of Fashion.Style.Beauty.com, stayed in a room dedicated to a U.S. General, whereas the hotel also hosts a Room Dedication Program for individuals to designate a room and become part of the hotel’s ongoing history. My room was beyond gorgeous, with tastefully modern decor and a bathroom that I’d like to duplicate every element of it at home (see picture above).

[West Point’s South Gate entrance to The Thayer Hotel]

The outdoor spaces that the hotel offers really were breathtaking; in the late afternoon and later in the evening, I relaxed at ZULU Time Rootop Lounge, the canopied roof deck bar, and for breakfast, I sat out on the porch of the MacArthur’s Restaurant and enjoyed a delicious buffet meal, taking in the unrivaled view of the river and Hudson Highlands mountaintops.

[The Thayer Hotel Lobby]

What a tremendous experience; steeped in history, Gothic architecture, and nature,  the hustle and bustle of Manhattan felt millions of miles away at The Thayer. You bet I will be back, and if you are in the Hudson River Valley area or looking to plan a trip, keep The Thayer Hotel at the top of your list!

[River view from the rooftop of ZULU Time]

Have an experience similar to mine with the Shop & Stay Package, in which you’ll receive a Thayer Hotel shopping tote, VIP discount coupon book for the shops at Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, a map and list of attractions in the area, breakfast for two at MacArthur’s Riverview Restaurant, AND complimentary Valet parking. Besides relaxing and shopping, America’s oldest operating winery, Brotherhood Winery, is nearby, along with orchards, antique shops, hiking, river cruises, West Point Golf Course, and more.

Plus, as an added bonus, mention Fashion Pulse Daily at the front desk to the hotel manager at The Thayer, and receive a complimentary cocktail at ZULU Time!
-Julia DiNardo

July 3, 2012

Luxury in a Bottle: La Prairie and Lancôme

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Can you put a price tag on preserving and restoring your skin? Most people would say no — and until you experience a visible wrinkle that you fixate on every time you glance in the mirror, you may beg to differ. Although no on has yet to discover the location of the fountain of youth, you can rest assured that these two cream of the crop premium products will work over time for you. Read on below for the specs on La Prairie Skin Caviar Liquid Lift and Lancôme Paris Absolue L’Extrait Regenerating Ultimate Elixir.
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July 3, 2012

Woodbury Common Premium Outlets: The Place Where Bargain-Hunting Dreams Come True

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Have you ever looked at the price tag of a designer item and thought “Yeah, I can afford this — if it’s 90% off!”? I can tell you that I’ve certainly been there, and have honed my skills in securing items on my must-have list for the lowest possible price available. One way to zero in on maximizing savings on quality items is to shop at outlets, and I gladly partook in a bargain hunt, courtesy of Woodbury Common Premium Outlets last weekend. Located a little less than an hour from New York City, Woodbury Common Premium Outlets contains an astounding 220 stores with an average of savings of 25%-65% every day.

Most recently the stores of Reed Krakoff,  Vera Bradley, and James Perse have opened, with some of my favorites stops being Barneys New York Outlet, Balenciaga, J.Crew, Salvatore Ferragamo, Furla, La Perla, Le Creuset, Burberry, and many more! You can easily spend an entire day here, and not cover every single store! I’ve been checking out the amazing savings at this particular outlet for six years now, having purchased my first Diane von Furstenberg wrap dress there and a great pair of Balenciaga flats back in 2010.
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July 2, 2012

Achieve The Perfect Summer Shave With Schick Quattro For Women Disposables

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With all of the fashionable advantages that summer brings — short shorts, breezy dresses and great skirts — it’s a fact that with increased skin exposure, means the frequency, and focus on shaving rises. Using the wrong razor can make the ritual of shaving truly a pain, both metaphorically and physically, so at least you can rely on FPD to whittle down the selections to just the very best for you!

We recently tried, loved, and featured the Schick Quattro for Women Disposables, and were recently introduced to the newest editions to the line — a new scented handle style with Skintimate Signature Scents of Strawberry Tangerine Twist, and a Limited Edition Colors pack made just for Sensitive Skin. If you’ve ever tried those blue horribly cheap and harsh disposable razors, rest assured that you will never pick one up again after trying one of these!

The three-pack retails for $7.39, and features all of the benefits of a regular razor with two conditioning strips on a 4-blade cartridge with a pivoting head, rubber grip handle designed for women, and  pack and go travel cap for reuse. The Skintimate Signature Scents item smells delicious, and featured a scratch and sniff option on the package so you can preview the fragrance prior to purchasing it. The new sensitive skin pack is hypo-allergenic with an aloe formula and is available with vibrant summer handles in the shades of lavender, green, and pink. Start your shave going now, or pick this up on the way to your fabulous vacation destination; either way, you won’t be disappointed!

Select these options, and other Schick disposable varieties at mass retailers near you such as Target, Rite Aid, Duane Reade, CVS, and more.

–Julia DiNardo

Full Disclosure: Schick Quattro for Women was given to Fashion Pulse Daily by the brand for review.

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