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Dinner With Glam Media

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:32:00 -0500

Cocktail hour with Jinna

photo credit: Will Ragozzino/BFAnyc.com

Jinna, Me, Emily & Abigail, Mariana

Winter green, citrus, black olives vinaigrette

Parsnip ravioli, pecorino fondue & hazelnuts

Duck Confit, hearty bean casserole

Monkfish, lobster reduction, celery root salad

Baked manicotti, garlic bread & soft herbs

Beer braised short rib, Emmenthaler gratin, Roasted winter vegatables, Roasted cauliflower

Pear Gingerbread Upside-down cake, Chocolate Mascarpone Tart with Kaluha Cream

photo credit: Will Ragozzino/BFAnyc.com

With the founders of Fashism!

Kicked off another amazing New York Fashion Week with a Glam Dinner. This time it’s presented by American Express, and we dined in The Library at Soho House. It’s always an amazing time meeting new bloggers and reuniting with the old friends. There is nothing better than fashion + food. Seriously….

Katya Leonovich Fall 2012

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 14:55:28 -0500

by blackblondeone

For those not familiar with Katya Leonovich, she uses a signature “Beautiful Garbage” aesthetic. She loves to mix traditional fabrics like gauze with the unusual, such as aluminum. For the AW 2012 collection, she continued with the idea of mixing the soft, flowy fabrics with the more structured styles to create a beautiful collaboration between the two. The major themes touched on a whimsical nature of a beautiful nearly pastel print combined with the tough appeal of leather. The collection was about blending the two very contrasting styles.

Katya mixed metallic gauze with quilted olive nylon to create a seamless look. It was the perfect marriage of naughty and nice. Both her leather dress and chiffon gowns offered cut outs and romantic fringe draping, which offered a very romantic, yet sensual look. The prints were probably the highlight of the show. With a teal, purple, and magenta, it showcased a fresh new color scheme for fall. The presentation offered a very feminine feel with lots of draping and rouching, which showcased the traditional s-silhouette. Another good sign? The use of python. It’s here to stay!

Overall the presentation was exactly what Katya represents: a unique mix of textures, silhouettes, and fabrics that come together beautifully.

Obakki Fall 2012

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:26:00 -0500

This Vancouver-based luxury brand embodies the modern women, who loves to look effortlessly chic. I was completely in love with the last number. I love clothes with movement. I think it really accentuates a female’s body, and the finale dress was everything this girl could wish for. The thing that caught my attention about Obakki, was its non-profit counterpart. The Obakki Foundation line’s proceeds all go to benefit developing countries to provide them with support and empowerment.

More photos from the show can be found on my Flickr page.

What a great show to kick off NYFW! I will be at the IFB Conference tomorrow and finishing the day off with the Glam Media dinner at Soho House!! For up to the minute details check the LIVE section of the blog and follow me on Twitter!

Flowers for You! By French-Inspired, Ode a La Rose

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:53:00 -0500

Advertorial

What girl doesn’t love getting a bouquet of roses on Valentine’s Day? Whether it’s from your admirer, best friend, sister or even as a gift for yourself, it’s always a treat. Ode à la ROSE is a new florist in New York City that delivers Parisian style bouquets of roses! It doesn’t get more romantic than that, does it? February is the month of love. It’s not always about couples, but major love between your girlfriends, family and even your puppy.

About Ode a La Rose…

Ode à la ROSE was recently started by two young men from France, who often turned to roses throughout their youth to seal the deal after a date, melt their mothers’ hearts and yes “help detract women from their bad actions”. Upon moving to New York, Olivier and Louis soon found out that it was impossible to get a simple and sweet bouquet of singularly beautiful roses in America. There was no reliable corner flower shop and no delivery service that offered perfectly cut, boutique-level roses while being affordable at the same time… thus, Ode à la ROSE was born.
Ode a la Rose sells beautiful & authentically Parisian style, quality fresh Rose bouquets using only the highest quality roses ensuring long lasting freshness.
The bouquets are hand-delivered the same day in our signature Ode à la ROSE gift box. The gift boxes are unlike any other and a presentation to itself – whimsical, romantic, fun, stating “Aren’t you the lucky one!?”
A photo of the bouquet is taken right before it leaves our workshop and emailed to the sender along with the exact delivery time.

10% discount! Love the flowers? Readers will be able to grab the discount code by simply clicking “Like” on the Ode a La Rose Facebook page.

Pretty Powerful 2.0

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:11:00 -0500

Bobbi Brown wants women to feel that they are all beautiful in their own way. Pretty Powerful 2.0 features 30 new women and their makeovers, including “before” & “after” photos, video interviews and face charts to recreate the looks.

“I believe that beauty comes in all ages, colors, shapes and sizes,” says Bobbi of her inspiration for Pretty Powerful. “It’s not about looking like someone else or trying to be someone you’re not. It’s about figuring out what works for you.” She adds: “Being Pretty Powerful is much bigger than beauty. It’s about confidence and the path you take to achieve it.”

So what gives me inner confidence? I would say my generosity and frankness. I see the beauty in being the bigger person and extending my hand to help others. I honestly believe that more harm is done to both yourself and others if you are too selfish. I also see a point in being frank with people. People can respect the fact that you are upfront with them. Loyalty, plays a big role in my relationships with people. I like to keep a happy relationship with others.

A well-developed relationship gives me confidence. Support from your peers and friends is worth all the work. With that, I can pretty much go chase my passions, knowing they are behind me 110%. It’s this motivation that I keep with me when I create my blog posts, start new projects or even try a bold new lip color. Being a good friend is the most powerful ability anyone can have!

Visit Bobbi Brown Cosmetics http://bit.ly/x8Seao

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Bobbi Brown via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Bobbi Brown.

Win New Shoes! Feiyue Giveaway :)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:21:00 -0500

Dress - H&M
Necklace - c/o Stella & Dot
Shoes - c/o Feiyue

I’m am SO excited to partner with Feiyue to host this giveaway! Feiyue is a brand with some amazing history. Once worn by Shaolin monks in China and now, a contemporary French shoe collection at the epitome of street style.

I will be selecting one lucky winner who will win a pair of their own the sneakers that I’m wearing above. I’ve been so excited about this, that I took advantage of the warm weather we are having and created a video — making it a YouTube giveaway!

Here’s the giveaway rules + how to enter:

Be a subscriber of my YouTube channel.
Like Feiyue on Facebook. (link)
Leave a comment below (or my video page) describing what you will wear with these sneakers.

Bonus entries! You will get an entry for each additional way you are subscribed!

Bloglovin
Facebook
Twitter
Google Friend Connect or Google+
Tumblr

That is a total of 6 entries max. 1 mandatory + 5 bonus!

Open to International (except China, Indonesia & Japan) residents. I will pick a winner on February 21st.

Good luck!!

T-7 Days Until the Rock & Republic Launch Event!

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:18:00 -0500

There is only one week left until the Rock & Republic launch party and runway show!

I just cannot wait until fashion week kicks off. I am an actually organizing a pre-nyfw fashion blogger brunch. There has been so many things to look forward to in 2012!! As soon as I finalize the details, I will post about it. I’m literally bursting from the seams.

Kohl’s Rock & Republic online store just launch today and I am already shopping through the collection. Of course, there is nothing like seeing the clothes in-person, or ON THE RUNWAY. So, I made a beeline to the shoes (online, of course!). I am SO in loved with these snakeskin platform wedges! This is definitely going on my shopping wish list.

Stay tuned, soon very soon, for my coverage of the Rock & Republic launch event!

Disclosure: Kohl’s provided compensation to me as an incentive to blog about the Rock & Republic launch event. The opinions expressed herein are those of this author, and they have not been reviewed or approved by Kohl’s in advance.

New In Beauty - January

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:59:00 -0500

Zoya polishes in Tao (smokey grey) and Yara (shimmery olive green).

Makeup Forever Waterproof Creme shadow in Aqua Black from Sephora

While I was at Sephora, I picked up my birthday gift! Fresh Sugar Kisses lip balm duo!

Care package from Heidi D Cosmetics. Lipgloss galore.

First full-size purchase from Birchbox. Carol’s Daughter Monoi repairing hair mask. It’s SO GOOD.

A gift from the Glam Media dinner. Daisy perfume by Marc Jacobs.

Snow Day

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:10:52 -0500

I was so excited to finally be able to break out this fur trapper hat two weekends ago. It didn’t snow as much as the people panicked about, but the cold is enough to make me want to move to a tropical city.

Fur trapper hat - c/o Express
Top - H&M
Moto jacket - leather boutique
Fur vest - Victoria’s Secret
Skirt - Sofia Vergara
Leggings - Uniqlo Heattech
Wellies - Chooka

I’ve been obsessed with leather spliced apparel, especially in leggings. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to get a pair to my liking yet. The trench coat with leather sleeves I wanted was sold out, so I wanted to create the look myself. Fur vest over my old black leather moto jacket seemed fitting. I think I like it. Layering with vests helps cut down on the winter bulk.

This is also the first time I wore a non-black/navy/dark purple liner. I decided to frost up my eyes with some white shimmer, blue shadow and a teal liner. Happy Winter!

…and here’s a pic of Andy!

January MyGlam Bag (2011) No video this time. I got my bag LATE...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:07:54 -0500

January MyGlam Bag (2011)

No video this time. I got my bag LATE this month due to a mix-up with shipping. I was a tad annoyed, but whatever, I still got it! The theme this month is about natural beauty and I spy 3 out of the 4 samples are full-sized. Say what?! I am please :)

Freeman Cucumber Peel-off Mask
Wen Cleansing Conditioner in Sweet Almond Mint
theBalm Hot Ticket Nail Polish in Silver Spoon Me
Sheer Cover Duo Conceralor in Light/Medium

I am the most excited about the mask and Wen shampoo. I am a facial mask junkie anddddd I’m totally running low on my Sweet Almond Mint cleanser from my Influenster Naturals box. This is groovy. I can’t wait until next month!

Big Annoucement + Win A Trip to NYFW!!

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:00:00 -0500

Rocking out! Outfit details here.

I’m so excited to say that for this New York Fashion Week, I have been chosen as 1 of 12 bloggers to be part of the Rock & Republic Reporter Team! This means I am being sent to the launch event and runway show on February 10 and bringing back all the goodies + details on the blog. WHOA! I cannot wait to meet the rest of the team and find out more details.

Starting in the Spring, Rock & Republic will be sold exclusively at Kohl’s and they are celebrating with this launch event!! I cannot wait to see the what fabulous styles people will be rockin’ there. SOAK IT UP.

That’s not all….

They also want to send ONE lucky winner to the party! You and a guest will be flown in and stay at the W New York in Times Square. Plus, it includes a makeover and $300 spending money. It’s such an amazing prize. Here’s your chance to join me in the revelry.

To enter, just fill out the form here.

I am officially in Fashion Week mode! I really can’t wait until all the festivities kick-off. But first, I need to schedule and organize ALL this excitement. Stay tuned for more details!

DailyBuzz Style 9x9: Day to Night Look

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:46:38 -0500

So I’ve been selected for this month’s Dailybuzz Style 9x9 challenge! The challenge is to create an easy and simple day to night look. I have the perfect eyeshadow palette for this, and the perfect color scheme — lilac. I’ve been so inspired by lilacs and lavenders. For my daytime look, I wanted to add some color to the face to give it some life — otherwise, I’ll look sleepy.

To start, I prepped my face. This means putting on my foundation, eyeshadow primer and lip conditioner. I used…

Urban Decay Primer Potion in Eden
Lioele Triple the Solution BB Cream
Jouer Lip Enhancer

I swear by these products! They are easy to fit in your makeup bag for touchups and pack a punch. If your lips are chapped or dry, put some of the Jouer lip conditioner on and when you are ready for your lipstick, your lips will feel super SOFT.

Now to add some pretty color to the eyes! Purple tones really complement brown eyes. I am using the Wet n Wild Color Icon in Petal Pusher. I love how versatile this product is. You can go from natural to dramatic in minutes. First I highlight my browbone to define the arch and brush on the eyeshadow all over.

Now for the mascara and blush. For the mascara, I am using M.A.C.’s Haute and Naughty, which is great for situations like this. It splits into two wands — one for basic application and one for a more dramatic look. Use the pink side for day and the purple glittery side for nighttime drama. The blush below is my everyday favorite. It is just the right amount of pink for my skintone to make it look rosy. I am using Sue Devitt Silky Blush in Vanuatu.

My favorite part is lipstick! I opted for a cheerful pink color that isn’t overbearing. I am using Bobbi Brown Lip Color in Pink (6).

So when your day is done, and it’s time to let loose. Simply add drama to the eyes and it makes the world of a difference! First, I defined my eyes with my Youngblood Gel Liner in Black Orchid. I’m keeping all my eye makeup in the purple to lavender category. Taking the same palette as earlier, shade in the crease area with the darker purple shadow on really make your eyes pop. If you want, you can shade in your eyebrow to frame your face better. Don’t forget to line your bottom lash line!

There you have it! A flirty day look that can be easier transformed into a sexy night look using the same palette and some of your regular makeup.

Rock Star Princess

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 02:40:00 -0500

Leather jacket - H&M
Graphic tank - Forever 21
Tiered skirt - ASOS
Clutch - c/o Botkier
Tights - Victoria’s Secret
Wedges - UK Style by French Connection

I was channeling Taylor Momsen’s Topshop VIP preview look when I put this ensemble together. I’m not normally this edgy, but fashion is all about experimenting, right?

Serpent bracelet - Stella & Dot (shop)
Black Swan cuff - c/o Jewelmint
Pyramid bracelet - Forever 21

I am getting back on track with posting! Just got out of the holiday/new year hibernation mode + my little Atlantic City getaway. I have so much things in the works — majorly excited :) :)

My outfit is featured on MINKETTE ♥ ♥ Mad...

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:56:00 -0500

My outfit is featured on MINKETTE ♥ ♥ Mad love.

http://minkette.rebeccaminkoff.com/tineeys-mini-mac-moment/

A Visit to Erica Weiner

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 12:00:05 -0500

I popped by the quaint Nolita boutique to check out the new collection and enjoy some bubbly! There’s such a great selection of under $100 unique pieces. If you love collectibles, the antique jewelry collection is beyond amazing — especially the engagement rings. See for yourself.

Erica Weiner
173 Elizabeth Street
New York, NY 10002

January Birchbox 2012 I’m already swooning over the...

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:46:00 -0500

January Birchbox 2012

I’m already swooning over the eyeliner color. I’ve been looking for a nice blue/teal color. Consider my wishes granted, Birchbox! As I am writing this, I’ve already eaten my mini bar, lol. Oops! Here’s what I got this month:

Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy
ORIGINS Checks and Balances Frothy Face Wash
stila Smudge Stick Waterprood Eye Liner
VMV Hypoallergenics Re-Everything: Face-Hand-Body Lotion

Bonus:

Larabar in Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

I wonder what everyone else got? I saw Zoya nail polishes! Totally jelly.

Join Birchbox here!

Big Birthday Giveaway!

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:04:00 -0500

UPDATE! Congrats to Stella, Kali-chan-5 and Sun Chicka. You’ve won!

So I decided to do something new. I ordered 4 of these rockin’ earbuds from Rebecca Minkoff to give to 3 of my readers. One is for keepsies. They zip-up!! 2011 was a good year and 2012 is turning into a fantastic one. I plan to be more consistent in making videos, so without further ado….

Here’s how to win!

Just be following me with either bloglovin’, twitter, facebook, google+/gfc, tumblr or my videos with youtube.
Comment below to let me know which way you are following and leave your email so I can contact you.

That’s 6 possible chances to win, if you follow all six ways. I will pick 3 winners on my birthday, January 24.

Good Luck!

xox

YOU COULD BE JAMMIN’ OUT LIKE THIS… LOL

5th Avenue

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:00 -0500

Leather jacket - H&M
Fur vest - Sofia Vergara
Clutch - c/o Rebecca Minkoff
Necklace - Jessica DeCarlo
Sweater dress - H&M
Leggings - Uniqlo Heatech
Boots - c/o Timberland

This is the perfect time to shop! Stores are clearing out their inventory to make room for new styles = deep discounts. I was at Saks Fifth Avenue for a Dior brunch with Jinna. We got a makeover and our nails did. Très fabulous! Did I mention I got my face done by a former drag queen? I told him to go bold! Love the drama.

I love the first pic (above). You can faintly see Jinna in the window reflection. Plus, my hair is so awesomely blonde! I was also playing around with layering and mixing textures to stay warm and look stylish at the same time. I’m not a fan of bulky winter coats that just cover everything up! Also, this has to be my favorite Rebecca Minkoff clutch. I just love this bright pop of color against my winter palette.

P.S. New York Fashion Week is looming. Eeeeek!

P.P.S. This look is featured on Rebecca Minkoff’s MINKETTE & on StyleSays!

My First Jewelmint Purchase!

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 02:46:54 -0500

So, I finally did it! I got my first Jewelmint piece, and am pretty happy with it! The collection is by Kate Bosworth and stylist Cher Coutler. Basically, you are subscribed monthly and get to pick from a showroom of new unique jewelry. You can even skip a month if you don’t like anything! I think this is a great way for me to build my jewelry collection. I bought my first piece 50% off with a promo code.

If you are interested in joining, here’s the code: VIDEO

I decided to go with the Black Swan Cuff. Check out the photos and video below!

I love Duane Reade!

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:29:00 -0500

So my favorite drugstore is having a contest to find 10 VIP blogger influencers. Duane Reade. When I saw the contest, I knew I HAD to enter. Consider this my entry.

{ Some of my favorite drugstore beauty items }

Why do I love Duane Reade?

You had me at “Hello”. It’s unique to New York. As a native New Yorker, I have major NYC pride and Duane Reade gets the lifestyle. I’ve been a life-long shopper of Duane Reade. I remember when the stores started to get the facelifts, transforming it into the modern and stylish destination we know today, my heart skipped with glee. As dorky as that sounds, I love seeing an iconic NYC name turn into a beautifully designed hotspot that matches the city’s style. Duane sets itself apart from the other drugstores. Anyone who walks into one, will know they are in New York City.

Now, I need to talk about the beauty department in Duane Reade. I LOVE that section of the store. Besides picking up my essentials there, I always head over to the cosmetics section to look for new products. They always carry on-trend items and new collections. Duane Reade takes drugstore beauty to a whole new level. You can actually try a lot of the products before purchasing! There’s even in-store events and services. Experience and perception plays a huge role in makeup and beauty purchases. Duane Reade does it right!

Why should I be chosen as a 2012 VIP Blogger?

I love to blog. I love finding things and sharing. I am consistent. Like Duane Reade brings an uniquely sophisticated shopping experience to drugstores, I love creating an unique experience for my readers. Ever versatile, I live both the fast-paced lifestyle of Social Media and New York City. As a multimedia blogger, I connect with my community through different channels. I can deliver a message via a text post, engage the visual senses through photography, and even add a 3rd dimension to the experience with my videos. Duane Reade is truly a brand I respect and love, so it’d be a no-brainer, when presented with the opportunity to become its brand advocate.

I’m your blogger!!!

This is an amazing opportunity, and if I get chosen, I will definitely bring 110% to the table. It’s a new year. Time to take a chance.