Tuesday, September 3, 2013

HOW TO SURVIVE FASHION WEEK


Today kicks off the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week shows for Spring/Summer 2014. Although we’ve barely been able to step out in our Fall ‘13 attire Spring twenty fourteen will be here before you know it. Most people who attend the shows and events know that outside of model clad streets, NYFW also means lack of sleep, going hours without food, and aching feet. Here’s a few things to help the craze of Fashion Week move a little smoother. 

1.Ephiphanie Camel Clover Laptop + Camera Bag, $185 ephiphaniebags.com: This chic multifuncational bag combines  fashion & funcation with the space and interior ability to hold a 15” laptop, a camera plus attached lenses, flash drive, battery pack, wallet, keys, cellphones, memory card and more. 



2.Pinch Provisions Mimimergency Kit, $13 pinchprovisions.com: If you’ve seen my ‘Mommy Essentials for Back to School’ post then you’ve seen these Pinch Provisions kits before. Lose a button in between shows? No worries, this minimergency kit includes needle and thread. Have a slight hair emergency? Don’t fret, this kit includes a hairspray and 16 other things that will come in handy when you’re in a…..well, ‘pinch’.
3.Ioma Paris Soothing Gel for Legs, $75 saksfifthavenue.com: This magical gel boots microcirculation, strengthens vein walls and provides instant long-lasting coolness. Just what you need to cure sore, tired legs after a long day at the “tents”.
4.Boostcase Hybrid Battery for iPhone 5, $99 boostcase.com: A booked NYFW schedule can mean hours before getting to the nearest outlet so be sure to have a battery back-up like this external battery case by Boostcase.
5.Canon Power Shot G1x, $700 usa.canon.com: Capture even the fastest walking runway models with the high speed burst feature that continuously captures 6 frames.
6.Bellasox Prince Flat, $60 corsocomoshoes.com: The perfect flats to have in your bag for a quick shoe change. They come with their own carrying pouch and features a form-fitting sock sewn into the lining for a new level of comfort.
7.Business Cards, $10 - $50: Your business card is probably the most powerful asset you can have when it comes to getting access to shows and events during NYFW. Get a generic version from sites like Vistaprint or Moo or get a custom design like mine designed by @mafiamartin.
8.Nuero Sonic Water, $3 amazon.com: Stay alert with this drink’s powerful “brain support” blend that gives the energy boost needed plus experience more alertness and concentration. Just what you need to refocus and push through the rest of the day.
9.Microsoft Surface RT, $350 www.bestbuy.com: Have some time in between shows? That’s the perfect time to write your show recaps or blog posts. A small but versatile tablet like the Microsoft Surface makes working on the go a breeze. 



Wednesday, August 28, 2013

FALL WARDROBE PREP: TRAIL BLAZERS



Reese + Riley blazers are the perfect transitional piece to add to your Fall wardrobe; with colors like yellow, red and blue taking them from summer to fall will be a breeze. These high quality contemporary ready-to-wear blazers are priced in the $200 to $300 range and are sure to last for years to come.  For more information and to find a location near you visit www.reese-riley.com.



**images from reese-riley.com**


Which Reese + Riley blazer is your favorite?






Thursday, August 22, 2013

A DATE WITH MARC, NEW MARC JACOBS BEAUTY NOW AT SEPHORA

This week the very much anticipated Marc Jacobs Beauty line launched at Sephora. Now usually when you think of designers coming out with “collections” you think of a very small selection of items. Well, Mr. Marc did not cut any corners; he has covered everything from eyeshadow to foundation to bronzer , nail polish and even brushes. Check out these 6 MJB items on my wishlist to try.






To see all of the products in the Marc Jacobs Beauty line click here.

**product descriptions from sephora.com**








Tuesday, August 20, 2013

MOMMY ESSENTIALS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL


We are currently smack-dab in the middle of one of the biggest shopping seasons of the year, Back to School. Often times this pre school shopping madness is solely focused on the children and their B2S needs. But, what about mom? There are certain essentials a mom must have to ensure that she and her family have a successful and organized school year. Check out my picks below…


Essential for Organization
-Girl of all Work Calendar Stickers, $7 girlofallwork.com
- Wall Pops! Organizer Kit, $27 wallpops.com
-Catch Kidston Recipe Organizer, $20 seejanework.com
-Erin Condren Gold Foil Life Planner, $75 erincondren.com
-
Essential When You’re Short on Time
-Taste of Home Busy Family Cookbook, $5 kohls.com
-Pinch Provisions Good Luck Minimergency Kit, $15 pinchprovisions.com
-
Essential For Style & Comfort
-Lassig USA Tender Bowler Bag $165 lassigusa.com
-Very Lovely Soles Flats, $170 verylovelysoles.com
-Joy Mangano My Little Steamer, $25 hsn.com
-
Essential For Beauty & Relaxation
-Amarte Hydralift Cream ($59) & Amarte Eyeconic Eye Cream ($51) amartecosmetics.com
-Tammy Fender The Purest Anti-Aging Hand Sanitizer, $14 beautybar.com
-Essio Aromatheraphy Starter Kit, $45 essioshower.com


WEEKLY STYLE LUST: HI! EXPECTATION


Those near and dear to me know my profound admiration for prints. Print mixing has been a favorite of mine for at least the past two years and my favorite print designs are different types of African, Tribal, Mexican and Floral; so you can imagine my delight when I was introduced to HI! Expectation. 
Their current Fall/Winter 2013 Lupita Collection is bursting with color and prints from the Latina Boyfriend Sweater and the Lobo Raglan Dress to the Dia De Los Muertos Skull  printed pants and jackets. This collection has effortlessly transcribed art into wearable fashions and at an affordable price range of $35 to $85. Available at urbanoutfitters.com | nastygal.com | dollskill.com. For more information on HI! Expectation visit www.hiexpectation.com.

What are your thoughts on Hi! Expectation and their Fall/Winter 2013 collection? Would you wear it? 



Saturday, August 17, 2013

BACK TO SCHOOL: GADGETS


Hi Everyone!
So here’s the second installment of my “Back to School” feature this year. If you haven’t already seen my “Back to Cool: Supplies” post check it out here. This post is all about unique and fun ‘gadgets’ sure to make going back to school a little more enjoyable.


1.Western Digital My Passport 500 GB Portable Hard Drive, $40 target.com : Keep your school documents safe and take them with you where ever you go! Forgot to print that report at home? No problem, just take your portable hard drive to your school library and hand that paper in on time.
2.Emoticon Keyboard Stickers, $8 seejanework.com : Give your keyboard some personality with these emoticon keyboard stickers. Cover a few or cover them all.
3.Microsoft Arc Touch Mouse, $60 bestbuy.com : Designed to fit comfortably whether you’re left or right handed.
4.Eye Glass Pencil Toppers, $4.50 seejanework.com : Turn your ordinary pencils into extraordinary with pencil toppers like these Eye Glass Pencil Toppers from See Jane Work.
5.Staple Free Stapler, $8 seejanework.com : A new safe and easy way to keep your papers organized without the hassle (or the pain! Have you ever stapled your own finger? Not pretty -_-)
6.Boost Case Snap Case, $35, and Lizard skin card holder wallet, $60 boostcase.com : Keep your much needed and frequently used cards and/or ID’s readily accessible with the Boost Case Card Holder Wallet. The wallet holds two cards and range from $39 - $59 while the actual case that it attaches to is $35.
7.Flips Audio Headphones, $120 flipsaudio.com : Go from ‘solo’ to ‘social’ with the flick of your wrist and these innovative hybrid headphone-speakers by Flips Audio.  Listen alone or share the music with your friends by simply flipping the headphones outward.
8.Swagger Tag, $4 swaggertag.com : A new and creative way to ‘tag’ your stuff so others know who it belongs to. Insert a picture or your information.
9.Flud Watches The Turn Table Watch, $80 karmaloop.com : Head back to school in style with a statement arm piece like this Turn Table Watch by Flud Watches.