MissWYA Interviews: The Sassy Miss Jessica Harlow

After many late nights scouring YouTube for the perfect tutorial on how to apply false lashes, I found the one video I'll ever need early this past summer. Since then, I've been hooked on watching the maker's videos due to her love of color, the smokey eye and knowledge of makeup. This month's YouTube beauty genius is none other than the sassy and intriguing Miss Jessica Harlow. Not even a year into making videos, she's got more subscribers than many of the other newbies on the block. Read on to hear about what started it all, what she carries in her makeup bag and what she's got cooking for the future!

MissWhoever You Are: Tell us a bit about yourself.
Jessica Harlow: I’m just a girl who is obsessed with fashion and beauty that is determined to take over the world!

MissWYA: How long have you been doing YouTube videos?
JH: It’s been about 8 or 9 months since I uploaded my first actual tutorial to YouTube.

MissWYA: What got you started doing videos?
JH: A year before I made my channel, I had recorded a tutorial but never uploaded it because I didn’t feel ready. I don’t think I was even 18 yet. I’m a huge perfectionist and I constantly have to fight with myself to upload anything at all. At 18, I wasn’t ready to fight with myself yet!

A few months later I started college and so many girls would ask me questions about my makeup, my hair, my clothes, etc. and recommended that I start doing videos on YouTube. It was so odd because I never told anyone that I had ever even contemplated making videos on YouTube. Long story short, I saw it as a sign and took the plunge. It was kind of liberating because before YouTube, I hated being recorded on video!

MissWYA: When did you become interested in cosmetics and beauty products?
JH: When I was really young, I would sneak into my mom’s makeup and just play! Around 11, I had really terrible acne and I was embarrassed to go to school with zits all over my face when most of the other girls had really pretty skin. My best friend at the time also had really bad skin and I remember her telling me to use “cover-up”. And I did. Put it this way, two 11-year-olds putting on foundation and concealer is NEVER a pretty thing! We were made fun of all the time for it. Later on, both of our makeup collections grew far beyond cover-up – lipgloss, lipstick, mascara, eyeliner, blush…everything! Eventually, we too grew apart.

It wasn’t until I was 15 and saw “Party Monster” for the first time that I began to see makeup in a whole new light. It was no longer just something to hide what you don’t like and enhance what you do like – it was an art. Leave it to the drag queens to show you just how fun and fabulous sequins, glitter, and false lashes can be!

MissWYA: What are a few of your makeup obsessions right now?
JH: I feel like with all the focus being put on bold, edgy makeup – ridiculously bright or seriously dark lips, dramatic eyes – people can start forgetting about their skin. I think skin is the most important thing. An artist needs a nice, clean, smooth canvas to work on. You can’t have fabulous makeup without good skin underneath it all. Right now, I’m obsessed with skincare and I feel that the all-natural stuff is the way to go.

My favorite thing to do right now with makeup is keep it clean, fresh, and precise. I love to keep my lids free of eye shadow, apply a thick, winged out liquid liner along the top lashline, and add some lengthening mascara. I keep the waterline bare or line it with a little bit of white or flesh-toned liner. Then, I want a very perfected lip in either red, pink, or even purple!

Your First Look: Lancôme Spring 2010 "Ô My Rose!": The Collection (Pt. 2)

More on Lancôme's Spring 2010 collection:

Pop ‘n Petrol Eyeshadow Palette & Pop ‘n Copper Eyeshadow Palette

Inspired by Roy Lichtenstein's paintings and pixels. He used this on the cases of the palettes that he placed on the eye palletes so that it mimics a Lichtenstein painting. The case, however, will come in Lancôme's traditional black case in the US. The colors are greens, beiges and oranges each beautiful and easy to apply.

La Touche Pro

When Aaron de Mey first joined Lancôme, he was developing a new concealer texture, one that Lancôme had previously created. He worked on the formulation and the different shades- because no one has just one skintone. In addition to a new formulation, he created a new case; one that was nomadic and easily slips into your pocket. Each concealer housed two shades within it and has a beautiful and soft texture. They are highly pigmented and he took them a little dryer because that gives a more complete coverage. It's not too creamy so that it doesn't slide off of your face.

*fun tidbit, Aaron created a hundred differente shades from ghostly white to the darkest of dark BUT it is up to each individual country to decide what shades to pick up and sell in their stores. So often times companies create shades for various women but the different countries just do not sell them.

Gel Artliner in Petrol

Our beloved gel liner comes in the petroleum green that has remained throughout the entire collection. de Mey believes in repetition so the green color in consistent in eyeshadow, mascara, etc. Great wear and lasts pretty much all day.

Baby Kiss

On his first trip to Tokyo with Lancôme, de Mey was given a geisha lipstick that was housed in a pot and when water was added and painted on the lips, it became dry and provided a matte finish. Aaron took this idea and turned it into Baby Kiss, a multipurpose product that can be used on the cheeks (dry) or add water to it for a strong and opaque lip. It can be worn under your favorite lip gloss or worn alone. Baby Kiss is a cute product that seems very innocent and playful but it's sophisticated in it's packaging. The item itself is housed in a mini box. It comes in coral with a light sparkle. This will not be available in the US so again, my international readers grab it up!

Baby Kiss, up close and personal 

Other products in this collection include:
Hypnôse Drama Mascara in Petrol (a beautiful green color)
Color Fever Glosses in BB Sand (22), Coral Delight (362), Orange Scopitone (120), Shivering Pink (361) *colors vary in the US. Not all will be released in the US*
Flash Retouche: Aaron restructered Lancôme 's Flash Retouche. It is creamier and can be used as highlighter. This and La Touche Pro can be used to construct the whole face. No need for a full face.

Your First Look: Lancôme Spring 2010 "Ô My Rose!": The Collection

With greens and corals as the main inspiration for Lancôme's Ô My Rose Collection, spring takes an unexpected turn into femininity with not so traditional colors. The result, beautiful packaging and even more beautiful products worthy of being carried even if it's not being used.

Pop ‘n Cheeks Blush

For the blush compact, Aaron de Mey wanted to explore the camouflage pattern but make it modern and feminine. It's a nod to WWII painter Norman Wilkinson who painted warships with pattern titled Dazzle. This is a play on the very geometric shapes used by Wilkinson and is a new way of looking at camouflage. There are shades of apricot and coral with flickers of gold throughout. This is integrated with the rose pattern- which, if you look closely, is in the center of the palette. This is a gold overlay, however, as you go deeper into the blush there are flecks of gold within it so the gold effect isn't completely lost upon use.

Le Khol Gloss in BB Sand, Pop Petrol, Swinging Copper (not being released in the US)

These gems are beautiful and gentle and I'm seriously heartbroken at the fact that they are not being released in the United States :(

New to the Lancôme family, these kohl eye glosses are an alternative to eyeshadow. de Mey wanted to work with creamy textures on the eyes since, for summer, its essential to have makeup that is fast and easy to apply. During the spring the makeup is more shimmery and a bit more dewey, so the kohl glosses offer a fun and playful alternative to the often difficult powder/cream eyeshadows. Deeply pigmented, these kohl glosses are very strong and offer intense color. Eyeshadow is often diffifult due to the tedious process of blending, applying at the right section of the eye (crease, outer corner, inner corner...blah!). They also offer more since they can be used for higlighting to upper cheek, cupid's bow on the lip, inner rim of the eye and more! The copper color is especially beautiful on dark skin. These are also nomoadic in the sense that they are easy to slip in your pocket or handbag paired.

All of my international readers, be sure to snap this up quick as I'm sure they'll be one of the first to sell out! *feel free to send some my way ;)*

Le Vernis in BB Sand, Pop Petrol

pop Petrol (not available in the States) is my favorite and I'm glad I was able to get this color while abroad. It's a deep green that lasts EONS on the nail. BB Sand is a sandy beige that contains gold and silver glitter. These aren't your run of the mill glitter though! These are super glittery and supremely opaque. Glitters aren't frustrating and diluted- one or two coats give a full metallic effect.

Your First Look: Lancome Spring 2010 "Ô My Rose!": The Inspiration

Two weeks ago yours truly ventured off to Paris, courtesy of Lancôme, and previewed their upcoming Spring 2010 collection, Ô My Rose!

Yes, you read correctly, Spring 2010. I can barely get a handle on holiday 2009! But I digress...

For Spring 2010 Aaron de Mey, Lancôme Artistic Director, wanted to incorporate new textures and introduce new products to the brand. It was also about pushing the boundaries a little and making a statement on beauty and femininity, so spring is slightly more romantic but still cool. It was all about taking ownership of the Lancôme rose, which you'll see throughout in the products and the advertising for the collection.

Elettra Wiedemann, Lancôme spokesmodel, surrounded by roses like a flower in bloom source

The inspiration was the '60s and the French Nouvelle Vague (new wave) traveling from Saint Germain to Saint Tropez. "So its a feeling of being free spirited," says de Mey. Also there's a beautiful painting of Brigitte Bardot by Andy Warhol that's in greens and oranges that played a role in the creation of this collection. More influence came from the paintings of Roy Lichtenstein and how Pop art exploded in the 60s. All of these were twisted and modernized and de Mey brought it back to the French woman.

It started with two of his favorite shades- petroleum green with a slight touch of blue. It's very metallic and can also sometimes be seen in the reflection of the water in nature. The second is the combination of corals, oranges and apricots- all colors that can be found in the sunset and sunrise. There's something fresh looking about the trio. Corals, de Mey declared, are not old fashioned. They can, indeed, be modern and strong.

Aaron was trying to avoid the typical pinks and beiges of summer or the "bronzed goddess" summer look. He also explored with camouflage but made it modern and more feminine (a theme you will see throughout the entire collection). The ultimate goal was to depart from the normal spring and summery colors and take something that is normal hard and edgy and soften it so that the woman wearing it embraces her femininity and is free to express herself.

Stay tuned to see pictures and learn more about the products in the collection.

Thank you, Thank you...Far too kind. MissWYA receives a Kreativ Blogger Award

While tweeting on the bus ride home, I received a DM (Direct Message for you non-Twitter folks) from my girl Kristin over at Fashion.Style.Beauty saying that she has given me a Kreativ Blogger award.

I nearly cried on the bus! Ok...not really...BUT I am flattered and honored because out of the squillions of other blogs out there, she chose me (and six other folks as per the rules). So here's the deal, when one of us receives the award we have to do the following:

1. List 7 things that you don’t already know about me.
2. Name 7 other blogs to receive this award.
3. Leave a comment on each of the blogs I nominated
4. Thank the person who gave you the award.

The whole seven things you don't know about me shindig is pretty hard since I live my life so publicly (have you followed me on Twitter??? 'nuff said) but I will try my best. Let's get started shall we??

1. I love to eat food. Like seriously. I don't know how I stay so small because I'm constantly eating throughout the day. Whatever it is I'm lovin' it :)

2. This is cheating because some of you know this already but whatever, I'll say it again because I love it so much: this past semester I've been interning at Lancôme. It's one of the best experiences ever and I really really don't want it to end. I got to learn a lot of what goes into PR (which is what I'm studying) and the beauty industry as a whole.

My prom date and I. He looked pretty fly too. I made him wear a white tux. Boss. haha

3. I still think I was the the best dressed at my high scool prom. Hands down. I went to a Catholic school so having prom king/queen, best dressed, etc. was out of the question (wasn't "fair") so I say it my darn self. The hair was inspired by a picture of Christina Milian and the dress was highlighter orange. I loved every minute of it.

4. I can't cook to save my life. I know how to make the basics (mac n cheese, spaghetti, white rice...a wicked bowl of cereal...) but when it comes to preparing a full fledged meal, I freak out. I bought cookbooks but it's nothing like the food I grew up eating. I need to get on that because I want to move out of my mom's house after graduation and I know I can't live off of Easy Mac for the rest of my life.

5. I'm moving to Paris. After visiting two weeks ago, I've made the decision to move there. I don't know when (I'll have to save up money) but I do know I want to live there for at least six months.

6. I have a pretty potty mouth and a hot temper. I've calmed down on my cussin' because that's not ladylike but I'm still hot headed. It doesn't take much to set me off (which is bad). I've been using the "3..2..1. 1...2..3..what the heck is bothering me?" mantra ever since I saw it on Family Matters eons ago. Instead it makes me laugh which then calms me down. Just don't ever get on my bad side and we'll be bff.

7. I absolutely HATE taking pictures. I'm a pretty awkward person and put me in front of a lens and I just look insane. I used to enjoy it but then I got braces and now whenever I smile the flash reflects off the brackets and I get that PING! effect (where there's a flash of light coming out of my mouth hahaha). Also, I'm forever shiny, or I look pissed, or a whole other host of disasters. I'm working on this but I don't expect it to change until these metal clunkers make their exit.

And now I pass this lovely award on over to these 7 lovely bloggers:

Secretista {aka @Secretista on Twitter}
The Candid Commentary {aka @CandidComments on Twitter}
Beauty Sweet Spot {aka @BeautySweetSpot on Twitter)
Older Girl Beauty {aka @OlderGirlBeauty on Twitter}
eye4style {aka @eye4style on Twitter}
Beauty 411 (aka @Beauty411 on Twitter}
StyleIT (aka @StyleIT on Twitter}

Black Friday Steals and Deals!!!

Oyyy!!!! HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!!! First I would like to thank all of you for reading (and sometimes leaving comments...) It's honestly your support that keeps this blog going (two years and counting).

So we spent today stuffing our faces and chillin' with family but we all know what's really on your mind. BLACK FRIDAY!!! I know several people who have mapped out lists and locations (not to mention a 2am wake up call..yowzer!) So to help you in your shopping extravaganza, I've whipped out a list of steals and deals to keep you on your feet well into the Friday evening. Happy Shopping!!

William Rast

The William Rast outlet store at Desert Hills premium outlet mall in Cabazon, California will be offering all denim for $99 and all collection pieces are %50 off.

The Westfield Century City Mall in Los Angeles, California and the Westfield Valley Fair Mall in San Jose, California will be running a buy one pair of denim and receive a free t-shirt promotion.

Torrid
Make it in the store or to Torrid.com before noon on Friday and receive $25 off every $75 you spend!

Other hot deals include:

* 50% OFF SWEATERS!
* 50% OFF BOOTS AND BOOTIES!
* 25% OFF OUTERWEAR!
* $10 OFF DESIGNER DENIM!

*select styles only be sure to check your local Torrid location for exact hours of operation.

Lancôme Friends and Family
Ok this isn't so much a Black Friday deal, but why not include it, eh?? rom now until November 30th, get 20% off your  lancome-usa.com purchase. Enter promo code HOLIDAYJOY2 at checkout.

Ulta
Ulta has some great deals going on in-store and online (for those of us who don't have a store nearby!).

Shopping online? Get $3.50 off of any $10 purchase, use code 26403. Also get free shipping with any $25 or more purchase...use code 33069. www.ulta.com

Coastal Scents

Ahh Coastal Scents...home of the famed 88 eyeshadow palette...

Black Friday, 11-27-09 through Cyber Monday (11-30-09 midnight EST), they are offering 25% off the entire website. This is the perfect opportunity to save on gifts and your Coastal Scents favorites...(ahem...the 88 palette).

Due to this being their busiest time of the year, there will be delays with shipping time (booo!). Orders will be shipped in the order received. Only Fedex Express Saver, 2nd day, Overnight and USPS Express Mail will ship out as usual without delay. Check out www.coastalscents.com

Tulle

www.tulle4us.com
Intermix

Take 25% off all sale merch from knockouts like Elizabeth and James, Helmut Lang, A.L.C., Gryphon, and Veda. Enter promo code DC25 at checkout on www.intermix.com.

Kiehl's Friends and Family

From now to Tuesday, December 1st, print this invite out to get 20% off at any Kiehl's freestanding store. To get this offer online at www.kiehls.com enter promo code FAMILY at checkout (get complimentary free shipping with any orders over $30!).

American Eagle Outfitters
I wen through a time in my life where I practically LIVED at this store. So much so that I had (actully, have...) an American Eagle credit card. I might whip that bad boy out to get some of their super comfy sweaters and boyfriend jeans. Now's the time...

Get there before noon on Friday to get 20% off your purchase (in store only). While you're there scoop up a sweater (or two...or three..) for 20 bucks a pop.

more sales and deals to come, so stay tuned!

Aveda Cyber Monday Deal!!!

Aveda's 2009 holiday collection of gift sets are currently available on www.aveda.com (and in stores/salons), so what better way to treat someone else and yourself than by making just a $25 purchase on Cyber Monday!?

In case you aren't aware, Cyber Monday is...umm..NEXT WEEK! So be ready to move your mouse around these deals!

Choose any 4 sample size products + receive free shipping with just a $25 purchase at Aveda.com – enter promo code PICK4 at checkout.

Get the Look: Jordana Brewster at the Launch of Lancôme's La Collection Lollipop

A while ago, I told you about Lancôme's partnership with the Lollipop Theater Network and the collection called La Collection Lollipop. Remember??

Well, last week Lancôme and Lollipop Theater Network celebrated the launch said collection with an event hosted by Jordana Brewster and Jennie Garth. Guests noshed on cupcakes (yum!), a bit of chamagne, and received manis using the nail polishes from the collection. Sounds fun, ya?!

Lancôme’s La Collection Lollipop is a colorful trio of limited-edition gloss and nail polish sets created to help raise funds and awareness for Lollipop Theater Network, a nonprofit organization that brings movies currently in theaters to children and teenagers hospitalized due to chronic or life-threatening illnesses.

Pour la occasion Lancôme makeup artist Darais created Jordana’s clean, polished makeup for the party, with a focus on subtly smoky eyes.

First, Darais lined the top lash line with Lancôme’s Le Crayon Khôl Eye Liner in Black Coffee, which he smudged upwards. Several Color Design Eye Shadows in a variety of sultry shades defined the eyes: Mannequin all over the lid, Waif on the crease, Impress on the lower lash line and Filigree on the brow bone as a highlighter. Ôscillation Powerbooster topped with Définicils Mascara resulted in “amazing lashes,” said Darais. “It’s my favorite duo!”

Note to self: try this combo. STAT!

Darais swept Lancôme’s Star Bronzer Poudre Sôleil in Bronze Solaire over Jordana’s immaculate complexion and accented with Blush Subtil in Miel Glacé. And Jordana’s lips? Lollipop’s Color Fever Gloss in Bon Bon Strawberry, natch!

Beauty Tip of the Day

Dr. Nina Naidu, board certified plastic surgeon and founder of Anokha a South-Asian inspired product line, give us todays tip of the day using a common household treat.

"There is truly nothing more luxurious than cold yogurt for the face. It is an excellent cleanser that will not rob skin of its natural moisture and it will not irritate sensitive skin. Both milk and heavy cream also make great non-stripping cleansers for the face as well."

Behind the Scenes at the making of NARS 15x15 book

Unless you've been hiding under a rock for the past couple of weeks, you already know about NARS' limited-edition 15X15 book. The book celebrates 15 years of iconic beauty and François Nars. It features 15 celebrity portraits, each inspired by a NARS product shade and based on an iconic reference chosen by François Nars- Founder and Creative Director of NARS Cosmetics. Fun fact: he personally did the makeup and photographed every portrait.

The book is available now for sale at www.15x15project.com until December 12, so hurry up and grab your copy!!

For the occasion there are exclusive behind the scenes look at the making of the NARS 15X15 book available on YouTube. Below is my favorite video featuring designer Olivier Theyskens.



Olivier wears Lovejoy Blush, a shimmering bronzed rose with transparent pigmetns and a hint of color that's soft, sheer and imparts a natural and healthy glow. Check out the rest of the videos featuring Marc Jacobs, Amber Valleta, Daphne Guiness and more here.

Just in time for the Holidays! Kiehl's Friends & Family

clearly I can't wait to be out of college ;)

more pictures and tales to come of my trip to Paris. For now, let's just look at pretty pictures of the Louvre museum...

eryn brinie shopping event!!!

Hey ladies!!!

I'm on my way back to New York (I'm mobile blogging from the plane in France. Gotta love technology) and I wanted to share a fun even that just landed in my inbox. If you're in NYC stop by the eryn brinie flagship store tomorrow for a special in-store treat! DJs Luke and Zach Go
Boating will be there so you can vibe to the tunes while you shop the Holiday sale going on now, both in store and online (www.erynbrinie.com).

Have fun and maybe I'll see you there (if I've recovered from jet lag!)

xoxo,
Eileen

Bonjour from Paris!!

Bonjour mes amis!!!

Just wanted to make a quick update. I haven't fallen off the face of the earth! In fact, I'm here in Paris and I must say, I was born for this city.

Minus the little language barrier ;)

While I've finally proven that my high school "French" teacher had no clue what she was teaching (none. The people here can't understand me!) I'm still managing to navigate this city. I've seen the Eiffel Tower (huge), eaten macarons from Laduree (above) and drank cafe au lait with a local hottie. Yay me! Now if only he were to move to New York- haha.

I'm still stuck in 1999 and do not own a laptop so any blogging you see here will be from my dear old Blackberry. TMobile sucks and I have NO coverage (I finally got that straightened out) so follow me on Twitter (@MissWhoeverUR) for any updates.

Au revoir!!

Get the Look: Cassie at the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards Dinner

Last night, singer/model/shavee Cassie attended the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards Dinner with designer Alejandro Ingelmo. She still looks pretty fierce with her 'do and pair that with the beautiful NARS makeup she was sporting...we've got ourselves a winner!

NARS International Lead Makeup Artist James Boehmer created the look and tells us, “We went for a classic smoky eye to work against her graphic dress...She has beautiful skin so I really wanted to play that up with the NARS Orgasm Multiple.”

Get the look!

Skin:
• Apply NARS Cadiz Sheer Matte Foundation
• Dust NARS Mountain Loose Powder over the skin for an extra-mattifying effect
• Contour cheeks with NARS Rapa Nui Multiple Bronzer
• Blend NARS Orgasm Multiple on the apples of cheeks for a soft glow
• Dust NARS Nico Blush to highlight cheekbones

Eyes:
• Use NARS Zardoz Cream Eyeshadow as a base on the upper lid and into the brow bone
• Set the shadow with the matte black side of NARS Pandora Duo Eyeshadow
• Use the dark brown side of NARS Cordura Duo Eyeshadow to blend into the outer corner of eyes and lower lashline
• Line the upper and lower rims of eyes with NARS Black Moon Eyeliner Pencil
• Highlight inner corners of eyes with the frosted ginger side of NARS Isolde Duo Eyeshadow
• Intensify lashes with NARS Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara

Lips
• Line lips with NARS Tonga Lipliner Pencil
• Apply NARS Blonde Venus Lipstick
• Gloss lips with NARS Harlow Lip Gloss

NARS Cosmetics are available at http://www.narscosmetics.com/.

Beyonce and Lady Gaga "Video Phone"

We already KNOW that I'm a Lady Gaga fan. Beyonce...not so much. I'll listen to her songs but I won't pay to go to her concert. But I am willing to recreate her makeup in this video.

Where's the Smolder eye pencil and nude lippie when you need it.

I'm pathetic.

Twi-hards, Listen Up! Ashley Greene Rocks the Red Carpet at the LA "New Moon" Premiere

OK, confession time: I'm not a Twilight fan. There I said it. I just don't get this vampire phenomena and pardon me but I'm a firm believer in the old school (read: real way) of portraying vampires. I'm talking burnin' in the sun, drive a stake through the heart, use garlic to keep 'em away kinda fan.

I am, however, a beauty junkie who likes to replicate the looks I see on the red carpet. At last night's "New Moon" premiere in LA, "Twilight" star Ashley Greene did her thing!

Celeb makeup artist Vanessa Scali worked her magic and now we how she did it. According to Vanessa, "The look was classic 60's...well-defined eyes with lots of lashes, a strong brow and clean skin with subtle pink/coral cheeks and lips."

We all know I'm a wannabe '60s baby, so I'm all over this look!

To start, Vanessa evened out Ashley's "nearly flawless skin" with Lancôme's Effacernes concealer in Light Bisque underneath the eyes. "It gives clean, fresh, flawless coverage," she said. Bobbi Brown's Foundation Stick followed. Lancôme's Blush Subtil in Shimmer Pink Pool topped the apples of the cheeks.

For Ashley's dramatic eyes, Vanessa swept YSL's Fard Lumiére Aquarésistant Cream Eyeshadow in Pink Sands over the entire eye. To define and elongate the lash line, Vanessa used Lancôme's Artliner in Black and lined the inner rims with Shu Uemura's Painting Liner in White. The finishing touch: a few generous coats of Lancôme's Ôscillation Mascara in Black for "seductively lengthy lashes," says Vanessa. Ashley's brows were sculpted with Lancôme's Le Crayon Poudre in Brunet.

Finally, Lancôme's hot new lipstick from the Pout-á-Porter series-L'Absolu Rouge in Chris & Tell-made a sneak peek appearance. The gorgeous hue, which was created for designer Chris Benz's Spring show, will be available in February. The Chris & Tell waiting list is open at the Saks Fifth Avenue New York counter. Call 212-940-2033 to be added to the waiting list.

Get Your Shop On!

The Limited stores are hosting several events with author Nicole Williams for her Girl On Top book tour all this month. Williams will dispense career advice to empower women to define and reach their individual goals of personal success.

Elliot Staples, The Limited VP of Design, will be on deck for a personalized Styling Session and will answer all of your fashion questions and help you create the perfect fall wardrobe. Why not? You'll be getting a 40% discounts for the evening (gift bags will be inlcuded!)

Get your shop on girl!

When: November 20, 2009 from 6pm- 9pm

Where: The Limited at Cherry Hill Mall

  2000 Rt. 38

Cherry Hill, NJ

When: November 23, 2009 from 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Where: The Limited at Pentagon City Mall

1100 South Hayes Street

Arlington, VA – Washington, DC

Tracy Reese Sample Sale (and free beauty goodies!)

Here's another MAJOR sample sale alert comin' your way!

I just found out that Tracy Reese will be hosting her sample sale on November 19th and 20th from 9am to 7pm.

260 W. 39^th St (between 7^th and 8^th ave)

5^th Floor

Not only do you get to shop at discounted prices, you will receive goody bags complete with free full size products from prestige NYC-based beauty brands Anokha and Perfect Formula.

Score!

Perfect Formula Daily Moisture

As old man winter makes his way into the city, Daily Moisture will be your hands’ bff this season! It's formulated with Keratin, the main protein that makes up nails; Jojoba Oil, an excellent moisturizer that is similar to the natural lubricant of skin; and Vitamin E, which nourishes and strengthens dry, thirsty nails. Created by Upper West Sider Shari Gottesman, Perfect Formula will have you looking great without breaking a nail.

Anokha Amla Skin Brightening Lotion

Developed by board certified plastic surgeon and Upper East Sider, Dr. Nina Naidu, Amla Skin Brightening Lotion is a power packed lotion that gradually brightens the skin and reduces uneven skin-tones and pigmentation. The formulation combines Vitamin C from the Amla fruit and ultra-nourishing mango to gently but effectively moisturize while bringing balance, clarity and radiance to the complexion. It’s the perfect antidote for dry, dull winter skin.

See you there!

MissWhoever You Are Goes to Paris!!

Bonjour mes amis!

The most AMAZING thing happened a couple of weeks ago and I am now sharing because I didn't think it would actually happen. I'm going to Paris!!!

Photo from City Photo

I will be there courtesy of Lancôme and will be previewing their Spring 2010 collection. Exciting, non?? If any of you are from the city, tell me, what should I do? Where should I go?

Who knows, maybe I'll run into Karl Lagerfeld and Carine Roitfeld having lunch and they'll invite me over. We can talk about fashion, Carine will teach me the ways of looking chic without trying and Karl will want me in his next show...

dare to dream...

the countdown begins...

aujourd'hui

What a lazy Saturday, eh??? I've been nothing but lazy and at 4pm I remember the discount eryn brinié is holding for students. Go to their flagship store in the city and you get 15% off your purchase. It ends on the 15th, which is 24 hours from now...

If you've traded in your backpack (or tote bag) for something a little more fashionable OR you just don't have time to go to the city, they will be having a sale starting Monday (11/16/09). Select items in the store will be 40% off.

Now if you'll excuse me, my college ID and I have somewhere to be...

Good Times!

Hey ladies! Good news keeps rolling in! I was interviewed on the Beauty of Life (have you been reading? Of not, GO!). Head on over to learn a little bit about me, my obsessions, and how I came up with my blog name. Check it out!

Nail Divas Rejoice! China Glaze Re-releases The Wizard of Ohh Ahz!

China Glaze is re-releasing the popular Wizard of Ohh Ahz collection similar to those released in 2001. The colors include:

· Ruby Pumps: An all time red glitter favorite!
· Cowardly Lyin’: Gold frost with specks of gold micro glitter.
· The Ten Man: Silver frost with specks of micro silver glitter.
· Dorothy Who?: Blue polish with massive amounts of silver and blue glitter!
· C-C-Courage: Purple Frost with specks of purple micro glitter.
· Good Witch: Pink Frost with specks of pink micro glitter.

China Glaze is known for their longlasting formula and cult like colors so be sure to snap this one because you don't know when you might see these babies again. Designed with the professional in mind, China Glaze polishes had a 220-strand brush that allows for an easy and smooth application. The non-thickening formula provides even coverage that;ll have you singing!

China Glaze nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, visit: http://www.chinaglaze.com/.

Indie Retaliers Gear Up for a Week of Festivities

Over 55 boutiques and designers throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn will be celebrating Independent Retal Week, a week-long shopping extravaganza presented by Nolcha.

It's easy to get lost in the big labels but sometimes true gems are found in the little guys! With the recession occurring small labels are shuttering wuicker than you can bat an eyelash, so I whole heartedly support this initiative and can't wait to see what's being offered. From November 14 through November 20 indie stores across the city will be showcasing their goods with in-store mini fashion shows, interactive events and retailer demonstrations made with the budget conscious in mind.

Here are some events and what to expect!

Saturday, November 14
Who: MoMo SoHo's 10th Anniversary Sale
When:10am - 6pm
Where:MoMo SoHo, 237 Centre St.
What: 10th Anniversary celebration includes discount of 15-75% on all merchandise.

Sunday, November 15
Who: Noir et Blanc...bis Inc.'s 20th Anniversary Celebration
When:10am - 6pm
Where: Noir et Blanc...bis Inc., 19 West 23rd Street
What: Additional 20% off all sale items as well as 20% off any non-sale items

Monday, November 16
Who: Italian High Fashion Shoe Sale
When: 10am - 6pm
Where: Mini Centro Shoes, 59 Nassau Street
What: Featuring High Fashion Italian Shoes for under $99

Tuesday, November 17
Who: Shop for a Cause
When: 7pm - 9pm
Where: Plaza Too, 571 Hudson Street
What: FEED Project Founders Ellen Gustafson and Lauren Bush, offer eco, global and fashion-conscious shopping. Snacks, sangria and fabulous fashion featured. All proceeds of the FEED bags will support feeding one child in school for one year per bag. An incredible gift and a durable burlap bag, too. Plus handbag preview for schander, Chako and Jess Rizzuti. RSVP: http://www.guestcode.com/ and enter code 453

Wednesday, November 18
Who: Handbag Designer Debut
When: 6pm - 8pm
Where: Sarar,375 Madison Avenue (at 46th Street)
What: Join the celebration for the debut of hand bag designers Schander, Chako and Jess Rizzuti at SARAR. 50% discount throughout the entire store. Plus complimentary libations and a goodie bag. RSVP: http://www.guestcode.com/ and enter code 339

Thursday, November 19
Who: Steven Alan Sample Sale
When: 8:30am - 8pm
Where: Steven Alan, 87 Franklin St (between Broadway & Church)
What: Featuring men and women's collection; button down shirts, cashmere sweaters, shoes and outerwear.

Friday, November 20
Who: Get that Holiday Look
When: 6pm - 8pm
Where: Clarins Skin Spa, 1061 Madison Avenue (at 80th Street)
What: Learn about the latest fashion and beauty trends as you view collections from fashion designers: Schander handbags, Jess Rizzuti, Chako, Maleku Jewelry and Anastasia Chatza; and enjoy complimentary Skin Time Facial Treatments, Hand Massages, Beauty Breaks and Touch of Color by the Clarins beauty team. RSVP: http://www.guestcode.com/ 345

Jersey Stand Up! Meet 3LAB Creator Erica Chung!!

Erica Chung, Jersey native and co-founder and creator of 3LAB luxury skincare, will be making her first East Coast in store appearance this weekend and you're invited! 3LAB products are known to sell-out at fine department stores around the world and are pioneers in the skincare industry. Erica Chung is 3LAB's self-proclaimed "toughest customer" and searches the world for the highest quality ingredients with proven results.

3LAB WW Cream

It's good to know that the brains behind these brands are really passionate about what they do and will work hard to make sure the customer is satisified!

Erica and her team of skincare geniuses will be on deck at Nordstrom Garden State Plaza, to share her very own secrets about caring for your skin for preventative maintenance and anti-aging. Enjoy complimentary skin consultations and 3LAB Express Facials. Also, enjoy a limited edition 3LAB canvas tote with deluxe size favorites (valued at $55) with your $85 or more purchase on the day of the event.

WHEN:   November 14th from 9AM - 1PM
WHERE: Nordstrom Garden State Plaza
               Cosmetics Department- 3LAB counter
               501 Garden State Plaza
               Paramus, NJ 07652

*Space is limited so please schedule your appointment in advance by contacting the 3LAB counter at: 201.843.1122 Ext. 1060

mark Wants You to Help Support Women of Domestic Violence

Purchase the  mark “Have a Heart” Necklace ($22) or Glow Baby Glow Hook Up Lip Glosses in m.powerment Peach and m.powerment Gold ($5.50), and all of the proceeds will be donated to help raise funds and awareness for m.powerment by mark. m.powerment by mark is mark's philanthropic initiative dedicated to breaking the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence.

Available at http://www.meetmark.com/

Meet Nina Garcia TODAY!!!

If you're in the New York City area today girls, I sugest you hightail it to Saks Fifth Avenue!

Nina Garcia, Marie Claire editor and uber honest Project Runway judge, will be at the Lancôme counter in honor of her new book, The Style Strategy: A Less is More Approach to Staying Chic and Shopping Smart.

Mouthful, eh?

Saks Fifth Avenue New York
TODAY from 5 to 7 p.m.
212-940-2187

While you're there be sure to check out Lancôme's skincare goodies, Genifique eye, Genifique concentrate and Absolue Precious Cells. You'll get deluxe skincare samples, the latest Marie Claire and a signed copy of Ms. Garcia's book.

Afterward make your way to Bloomingdale's 59th St to meet Olivia Palermo ("The City") and Joe Zee (Creative Director of ELLE mag). Also in attendance will be Tia Cibani who is the Creatice Directori of Ports 1961.

The trio will celebrating Ports 1961's pre spring collection. WHERE: Bloomingdale’s 59th, NYC

Deets:
TODAY
6:00PM-8:00PM
Bloomingdale's 59th St