Monday, December 21, 2009

Trendy Fashion Report - Wrap Yourself In Style


I have a new obsesssion and it comes in a warm cuddly package. I Love Love the outerwear showcased by Soia & Kyo!! They have answered my prayers and my search for the perfect coat is finally over. The coats by Soia & Kyo are fashionably modern with hints of the beloved 60's skillfully etched in. Its always a challenge to find a great looking coat that also keeps you warm and toasty. You will not go wrong with Soia & Kyo, and the good news is that they are quite affordable. The price range is usually from $200-$450. You can visit their online store: www.soia&kyo.com to take in more of what their irresistible collection. They are also accessible on Bluefly and any of the other major retailers, including Nordstrom. Wrap yourself in STYLE!!!

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Ben Sherman Takes A Permanent Leave from Women's Wear

One of my favorite retailers is jumping ship and focusing on a market that will make the men in my life ecstatic but leave me and my female counterparts in the dust. London based Ben Sherman is closing down its women's wear division to devote time developing their primary market which happens to be geared towards the male persuasion. According to Miles Gray, the soon to be exiting group chief executive, the company's decison to concentrate their efforts on men's wear was a business one dictated by the fact that particular market is where the bulk of their sales stems from. The truth of the matter is that Ben Sherman has had a challenging year with net sales declining more than 30 percent. Hopefully this move will help minimize future losses and help get this beloved lifestyle brand back on its feet. I am disappointed to see the women's wear line cut short but hopefully the blokes will continue to step up to the plate - and look good doing it too!

Brittany Murphy Dead At 32

Wow! What a year this has been!! The countdown to the end of the year has begun and we are still saying goodbye to celebrities that have impacted our lives one way or another. Brittany Murphy was found unconscious by her mother in her LA home early Sunday morning and despite repeated attempts to resuscitate her, she died of cardiac arrest at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Her time of death has been listed as 10:04 am. Its hard to understand how Murphy, who is best known for her performances in such films as Clueless, Girl, Interrupted and Sin City to name a few could die so suddenly at the young age of 32. But I guess answers will be provided once the autopsy results are revealed - that is if the autopsy ever happens. Word on the street is that Murphy's husband, film director Simon Monjack, who coincidently enough suffered a medical emergency a few weeks ago that resulted in him being raced to the hospital as soon as he and his wife landed at LAX, is against the idea of having an autopsy performed on his deceased wife. Its all very sad and confusing. It brings back the same emotions that raged in my head once news of Heath Ledger's death hit the airwaves. I guess its a reminder that living life in the fast lane can prove to be a little too fast...

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Trendy Beauty Report - Stay Beautiful This Winter Season




Now that we are barreling toward winter, it may be a bit challenging maintaining your skin's moisture balance and that much needed glow that can conquer any blustering wind or frigid temps. Luckily the products featured will add some variety to your beauty regimen.
Dry skin is a consequence of cold weather and you always need to be armed and ready for battle. Love Butter ($18) from Carol's Daughter is guaranteed to make sure that you win this fight. This smooth buttery confection has a delicious blend of honey, cinnamon and brown sugar. And thanks to key ingredients like Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, and Soy Oil among others, a little of it goes a long way. No annoying greasy-like residue with this product. It nourishes your skin by replacing your dry itchy surface with a soft supple one. Pick it up at a Sephora store near you or visit Carol's Daughter online store.
Another product that is sure to give your skin something to smile about is the Rice Dry Oil ($48) from fresh. Slather your whole body in this light but solid liquid, and reap the benefits of of a fully moisturized skin bath. The inspiration for this solution came from Japanese rice workers who realized the powerful effects that could be gotten from combining rice grains with an array of oils and extracts (jojoba and grapeseed oils). Its a body conditoner like no other! Visit the Sephora store online to learn more.
Having soft manageable hair is something we all strive for everyday of the year but particularly during the long harsh winter months when its harder to keep that sought after shine from giving way to dry brittle strands. The two most dependable products from the Jane Carter Solution line will ensure that your hair woes will be kept to a minimum. The Hair Nourishing Cream ($22) and the Hair Nourishing Serum ($20), are an unbeatable combo that guarantee to revitalize, nourish and reverse the effects of exposure to wintery conditions. Its perfect for all hair types, so be warned, once you try it there is no going back! Visit JaneCarterSolution.com for more info.
So be prepared and ready to face the cold months and stay beautiful!

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Fame! Puts You Where Things Are Hollow

So all you have to do is crash a formal dinner at the White House in order to complete your audition for a popular reality show franchise and of course score a paid TV appearance on one of the major morning network shows. Unfortunately we are now familiar with the faces of Tareq and Michaele Salahi. Those are not names that will necessarily inspire any casting director so I guess they did what any fame seeking loser couple would do - CRASH A STATE DINNER AT THE WHITE HOUSE. Never has the words to David Bowie's 80's hit FAME made more sense than now. It looks like America's "Most Uninvited Guests" are almost guaranteed to star in the newest installment of the Real Houswives series, which will be set in D.C. What a Shocker! They are reportedly under contract with BRAVO, the network reponsible for the Houswives. That explains why they chose NBC as the place to air their dirty laundry. NBC and BRAVO go hand in hand so doing one is like doing the other. They canceled their appearance on Larry King and fielded offers from ABC and CBS but the Salahis demanded to be paid a lot more than they were worth. An investigation is now under way to help solve the mystery of how they managed to swindle The Secret Service and smuggle themselves into an ultra exclusive event. It will be interesting to see how things unfold in the weeks to come. I for sure will be watching!

Trendy News Alert - Argentinian Beauty Queen Dead

Who knew a common bum lift could lead to such tragic results. Solange Magnano, a former Miss Argentina 1994, died of a pulmonary embolism this past Sunday, after being listed in critical condition three days after undergoing surgery. Apparently the liquid she was injected with during the procedure ultimately made its way to her both her lungs and brain and thats a situation that almost always proves fatal. The mother of 7-year old twins, won her beauty title back in 1994 and she still managed to maintain her popularity in her native country. Just recently she was prepping for a runway show scheduled for this month. Plastic surgery in Argentina is on the rise despite the potential complications that can suddenly arise. But it looks like the high price of perfection never seems high enough. Magnano joins a group of unlucky high profile women who fell victim to the risks of going under the knife. Rapper Kanye West lost his mother 2 years ago when she suffered cardiac arrest after her surgery, the wife of the former Head of State of Nigeria did not survive the complications of her surgery and singer Usher's former wife Tameka Foster almost died after her procedure. The pursuit of perfection is an endless and costly undertaking but could it be worth paying the ultimate price? Sadly, Solange Magnano ended up doing just that and so will the growing number of men and women who choose to subject themselves to altering their physique rather than working to alter their frame of mind. Tragic!