BBW's: Just When I Thought I Was Out, They Pull Me Back In.......

After my last incident with Bath and Body Works I decided I was going to give them the silent treatment for a while....but damnit, they did it to me again!! Just when I thought I was mad at them, they lure me in with their tantalizing Fall fragrances: (Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin, Warm Harvest, Apple, Cozy Autumn Vanilla)

Damn you Bath and Body Works, Damn you.....

A. Bird Baby Fall/Winter 2011 Collection. {Does It Come In Mommy Sizes Too??}

A.Bird is a fairly new brand to me, but I've seen a lot of children's specialty boutiques carry them. It's no wonder too--one look at their fall/winter collection and I'm hooked!

This edgy fall collection has a Tim Burton meets Equestrian Chic feel that I'm totally in obsessed with! I'm especially dying over their outwear that is oh, so chic, it might start making you jealous.

 Aleeya Jacket

J.Lo vs. Marc Anthony: Who Has The Better Kohl's Commercial?

Some of you may remember awhile back I posted about Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony's working with Kohl's on an affordable collection of apparel, accessories, and decor. Even though they're two separate collections, they made an industry first by simultaneously designing a collection for one retailer.

Now that the couple is splitsville, you gotta wonder if there's some time of rivalry to see which collection will do better? Kohl's just released two videos promoting their collections coming out in September, which leads me to ask--Who's commercial do you like better, J.LO or Marc's?

Shoe Fetish Of The Week: Christian Dior.

Heeello Lover! If there was ever a shoe to say it to--I think it would be this one. This gorgeous piece of footwear is the Christian Dior 'Guetre' ankle bootie and it's so fab, it definitely deserves a shout-out for my Shoe Fetish of the Week!

This platform bootie is from Dior's Fall 2011 Collection and features lace-up leather with crocodile buckle and heel. Isn't it gorg? You can get it pre-order thru Saks.

Seeing Spots.

There's no doubt that polka dots are THE trend for fall. It was all over the Fall 2011 runway from Lanvin to Gucci to Marc Jacobs and Diane von Furstenburg, and you know that if all these fabulous designers have the same print on the runway it definitely the "it" trend this season.

The good thing is that if you're not a big polka dot fan you don't have to dress up from head to toe in spots--just choose a small accessory like a scarf or clutch to keep on trend and do your own spin on it.

Beauty Tip Of The Day: DIY Lemon Olive Oil Mask For Clearer Skin.

I don't know why my skin keeps thinking I'm an annoying teeny bopper, because I've been breaking out like crazy! Okay, Okay...just because I've "subconsciously" hummed along to a couple of Justin Bieber songs does not make 15 again, so what's the deal?

I think it might be stress-related, either way I found this DIY lemon olive oil mask to clear up your skin and decide to pass it along to you lovelies! I love doing home-made facials. Not only does it save you time and money, but it's a quick and easy way to pamper and nourish your face!

Here's a little info on olive oil & lemon and what it does:

The Crying Game.

As some of you may know my daughter started Kindergarten this week, and boy has it been a mission already! She has been crying every single day I've gone to pick her up! It's unbelievable! You would have thought placing her in Pre-K last year would have helped her separation anxiety, but I guess that's not the case. Last year she only cried one day mind you, and then she was fine. This time she has cried every afternoon from what the teachers have told me.

10 H&M New Arrivals I Need NOW!

Be still my beating heart. I just took a look at H&M's new fall arrivals and it looks like I might be doing some serious damage for the season!! (But with H&M sweet prices, it's more like minor damage, so it's not so bad.)  ;)

Here are 10 things I need now!

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What's on YOUR list? 

OPI's Holiday Muppet Collection!

Take a look at these fun shades inspired by the one and only Muppets! This OPI collection will be hitting stores in November just in time for the release of the Disney Muppet Movie. (I'm still waiting to see if my daughter has any interest in watching it, are you going to see it?)

If the colors weren't great enough, check out the names!

8 Fall Bags To Fall In Love With.

With Fall knocking on our door, I'd thought I share some luxury arm candy with you just in time for your handbag rotation. These beauties are sure to make any outfit this fall a showstopper!

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Which one's your favorite?

Starbucks Bistro Boxes: A Yummy Meal On-The-Go.

We've all been there. You're running late/ You have a deadline/ You're kids have to be somewhere--and in the midst of it all, you're STARVING! Well Starbucks now has a healthy alternative for busy people on-the-go. Bistro Boxes are wholesome balanced meals that are ready to eat--making lunch time fast, easy, and delicious!

I went to Starbucks to try out their Bistro Boxes (as if I needed an excuse to go to Starbucks) and was pleasantly surprised by their selections: Sesame Noodles, Tuna Salad, Salami and Cheese, Chicken Wraps, Chicken & Hummus and more!

 

Celebrate The End Of Summer With A Schick Intuition Giveaway!! {2 Winners}--CLOSED,

 

While most of us our gearing up for the fall, Schick Intuition has me happy it's still summer with their release of their summer 2011 Limited Edition Razors! Available in 3 varieties (Pomegranate Extract--Hot Pink, Moisturizing Care Pack--Light Pink, and Naturals--green) these razors lather, shave, and moisturize in one easy step leaving your skin noticeably soft.  

Really, it doesn't even feel like your shaving! My legs felt so incredibly smooth after, and the shower hanger and travel cap make storing a snap. I love it!

Pureology: A MUST For Color-Treated Hair!

 

I'd thought I'd share with you a new hair system I started using and have fallen head over heels for! Pureology is an all natural comprehensive color care system for all hair types. It's completely vegan and has zero sulfate plus it has an exclusive anti-fade complex to protect our hair color.

6 Fall Transitional Pieces For The Everyday Woman.

Not everyone has the time nor the wardrobe to step out of the house looking like you're ready to step into a fashion photo shoot. (Heck, most of us moms are lucky we even get to brush our teeth and run a comb through our hair before we run out the door in the morning!)

But looking polished and put together isn't as hard as you might think. Keeping simple classic pieces in your closet to transition you from summer to fall is all you need to help you look stylish and fashionable all season long--no matter how little time you had to get dress.

1. Trench Coat.
Every woman has to have one. It's timeless, classic, and will never go out of style.

[burberry | london fog]

Oops, I did it again. [GapKids Back-to-School Shopping.]

While in NYC last week I went back-to-school shopping for my daughter and spent an obscene amount of money at Gapkids. (I put together a little graphic to show you a couple of things I picked up, although quite of few items are not available online.)

Style Inspiration: Autumn Chic.

I found this outfit rummaging through Net-A-Porter and couldn't help but drool over it. What a cute outfit idea! I love the color combination and how it depicts the fall season perfectly.

Awesome Back-To-Shool Backpacks For Kids!

It's that time of year Moms! Time to start buying school supplies and sharpening those pencils. If you're on a hunt for some cool backpacks for the kids--check out what's available around the web.

My Bone To Pick With Bath and Body Works.

Remember a few months ago I was raving about a BBW fragrance I was obsessed with and that I feared BBW might ruin my life and discontinue it? Welp, they did--and they suck for it.

Before I left for NYC my Butterfly Flower body lotion ran out and I was hoping to replace it during my trip, but no such luck. When I asked the sales associate about it, she confirmed it my worst fear--it had been discontinued. Then to throw salt in the wound, she told me that they had it for $2 in their semi-annual sale just to get rid of it!!

Bastards.

Shop Belle: The Kids Boutique You've Been Looking For. (And Oh Yeah, A Great Giveaway Too!!)---CLOSED.

With so many children's boutiques on the market it's hard to stand out, but if you're Shop Belle you don't have to try too hard. When you have impeccable taste and offer amazing brands--you pretty much got my attention. Within just a few minutes of browsing their online shop they had me wanting to buy every single item in their inventory! I don't know about you, but that's a rare find for me. To find a store that I can honestly say that I would buy every single item for my daughter is practically unheard of.

Tea Time With My Daughter @ The American Girl Cafe. [Video]

If you have a daughter/niece/or granddaughter there is one thing you have to do when you're in NYC--and that is go to the American Girl Cafe. I promise you--you will have a great time--and they will have a day to remember forever.

While we were in New York my daughter, mother-in-law, and I decided to have a girls day and one of the things on our list was to have Tea Time at American Girl store. My daughter got her first AG doll last Christmas and has been ob-sessed with the brand ever since!

5 Inexpensive Necklaces That Look Expensive.

Don't get me wrong--I like splurging on a thing or two, but there's nothing like finding a good bargain and then getting compliments on it! Just because you want to look like a million bucks doesn't mean you actually have to spend a million bucks, right?

Celeb Looks--Kim, Miranda, Ginnifer, Olivia, & Zoe {Yay or Nay?}

Hello my lovelies! I hope all of you are enjoying your weekend so far. Let's dish on a little celebrity fashion, shall we?

You know when I first saw this pic of Kim Kardashian I only saw the top half and I was shocked that she wore something I actually might like! And then I scrolled down to see the bottom half and immediately brought me back to reality. Oy.

My 21 Fav Picks From Missoni For Target.

In case you didn't know, Target finally revealed it's 400 piece Missoni Collection on Friday and I just about passed out! OH-EM-GEE. I. WANT. EVERYTHING!!

There are a few things however I'm just head over heels for! (And just so you know--I wanted to narrow it down to 20, but it was so hard, I left it at 21.) So here it is--My Top 21 Picks!!

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What's on YOUR shopping list?

To see the entire Missoni for Target Collection go here: [Target Facebook]

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CVS Launches Nuance by Salma Hayek. (A Beauty & Cosmetics Line.)

Well this is interesting, starting today you'll be able to buy Salma Hayek's new Nuance line at all CVS drugstores and at CVS.com. But wait, before you start rolling your eyes--this is a 100+ product line featuring skincare, haircare, body and cosmetics that were all inspired by Hayek's grandmother, who was a cosmetologist.

Nuance combines the tradition of home-made beauty treatments in modern formulations. Some of the products include ingredients such as tepezcohuite (from Brazil), blue agave, and a lime enzyme that are making their debuts on the mass market.

"I wanted to create a line of premium beauty products that were both effective and affordable using the ingredients and knowledge passed down to me from my grandmother" --Salma Hayek

I think that the packaging is quite appealing, and if the packaging doesn't do it for you--maybe the price point will--The collection is priced from $2.99 to $19.99!

hmmm..I think I might just have to pick a few products up on my next CVS run--what do you think?

Share your thoughts!

source: cvs

Vera Wang's New Fragrance Has Me Lovestruck.

Vera Wang launched a new fragranced called Lovestuck a few months ago and the packaging totally caught my attention and has me very eager to try it!

This fragrance is Vera's interpretation of love, playing off of a modern twist on Romeo and Juliet and the motion and rush you feel when you are falling in love--that heart pounding, spontaneous feeling.

This sparkling floral contains top notes of pink guava and mandarin with middle notes of tuberose and lotus blossom with base notes of sheer musk and precious woods.

Available at fine retailers.

Have you tried it? What do you think of the bottle?

Share your thoughts!

Kardashian Kollection For Sears. (It Sucks.)

For weeks now I've been hearing that people are excited about the new Kardashian Kollection for Sears so I was curious to see what their collection would look like. Welp, I finally saw it....and it sucks.

It's filled with generic mall clothes with a hint of cheesiness and a side of cheap. No Bueno. Just stick to nail polishes ladies.

At least Sears is excited about it! In fact their so pumped about the collection they're having a Pre-Sale before the collection even hits the floors! (Maybe to get rid of it fast--that's what I would do.)

From now to August 10th all pre-sale items will be 30% off. Go to www.sears.com to find out more.

I ♥ New York. Part 2.

More places we've seen and been in NYC.

Bryant Park

Mars Restaurant

M&M store

Jekyll & Hyde

(I haven't been here in YEARS)

The American Girl Store

(I'll do a write-up on this later)

Southstreet Seaport

Boat ride on the Hudson.

(so much fun!)

More pics to come soon!