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You Can Teach a Young Store New Tricks
2007-09-21 20:45:00
It?s no secret that Forever 21 has surpassed ?little-sister-only? status and is now a vogue stop on every discount diva?s shopping list. The inexpensive emporium has figured out how to give the people what they want, at prices that we can actually afford - which is what fashion should be about. The most recent addition to the Forever 21 New York City fam is the SoHo location. I decided to check it out and had to do about a dozen double takes to believe that I was, in fact, actually in a Forever 21. As much as I love the store, there?s usually so much time spent sifting through piles and pushing past teenyboppers that I get fed up easily. Come visit this store before it falls to the same fate! Not only are both levels as chic as a SoHo boutique needs to be, but everything is well-organized and new fall finds are everywhere you look. Some of my favorite pieces in the store were: Satin Dress $22.80 in Magenta Wool Jacket $32.80 in Black or Red Basketweave Hobo Bag $25.80 in Purpl...
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Bootie, Bootie, Booties Rockin? Everywhere!
2007-09-21 20:38:00
I must be in a Shoe kick this week, because I can?t get enough of Fall?s hottest trends for fab feet. One that?s been creeping up on us for awhile is finally sinking in for me? the Bootie . In a rainbow of colors and style that?ll make you drool, here are my top picks for the most bangin? booties around: The Chap by Steve Madden (149.95) Maybe it?s the staggering heel, or the platform, or the old-fashioned design that somehow oozes with sex appeal. Either way, The Chap from Steve Madden is one of the most unique booties this season and comes in a variety of colors in both suede and patent leather. Might encourage spontaneous tap dancing and sexy slap stick. Sandy Ankle Boots by Isaac Mizrahi for Target ($36.99) If you have an inner biker babe, she?ll come roaring out when you pull on these ankle boots from Isaac Mizrahi for Target. In black, winter white or oxblood, these are a sexy counterpart to any of your fall favorites. Like always, Mizrahi style can come with a painless p...

Itsy Bitsy Boston Bikini? Brrrrr. . .
2007-09-21 18:58:00
Wish Splash owners Kelley Frey and Mara Finglass had a plan when they opened this sliver of a store, stocked with itsy bitsy bikinis, designer tunics, floppy hats, preppy totes, and oversize shades. They?d outfit Boston bathing beauties for the short but sweet summer, and for the long, cold winter, uber-fashiony outerwear would take up residence. Who knew? Well now we do, and we?re relieved. Boston winters are bland enough without resorting to anonymous parkas. From pea coats to puffers, car coats to cashmere capes, Wish Splash, or Wish Splash Brrr, as we like to refer to it starting in September, stocks the absolute cutest in outerwear options. Their best brands all are there ? Diane von Furstenberg, Milly, Nanette Lepore , Rebecca Taylor, Theory, Tibi, and Vince ? ready and waiting to keep you warm and looking great. Our favorite looks include a black and white giraffe print belted car coat in 100% wool, with glossy, oversized buttons, by Milly, a super fun weekend or work look,...
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First Date
2007-09-19 19:23:00
Stockings flying, lipsticks smearing, jewelry jangling. The life of a serial dater. Maybe this time he?ll be cute, you think. Or at least employed. Not one to give up easily, you choose your clothing as carefully as if you were meeting the queen, creating a look that he can?t refuse (just in case he?s a keeper). The girls at First Date just made your job a little bit easier. Keri and Brianne Barrett, two sisters on the early side of twenty-something, have taken the stress out of designing to-die-for date outfits. Their brand new Andover boutique, First Date, is organized into quadrants based on typical dating themes: Sunday Stroll, Just Cocktails, Soirée and Rent-a-Movie. Sunday Stroll encompasses casual wear, from denim to hoodies to tees; Just Cocktails is comprised of sexy ensembles that will empower you; Soirée will dress you up like a lady; and Rent-a-Movie provides comfort in the form of loungewear. Labels include Shoshanna, Helen Wang, Sweetees, Corey Lynn Calter, Voom and D...

Flote Recycles! Recycled leather clutch bags by www.Flote.net
2007-09-19 16:40:00
Introducing: Flote Recycles Flote hip bags and pouches allows the owner a hands free option to carry essentials. Some of the items are constructed to be worn on the waist, some have convertible straps and others are well appointed clutches. The architectural shapes combined with unique textures and colors are a compliment to the consumers wardrobe and lifestyle. When something good comes along we take advantage of it A high end handbag factory that had been in business, in the same location, for over 40 years closed their doors (13,000 sq ft!) when the owner of the building sold it. So goes the gentrification of Brooklyn, New York! Everything was going to be thrown out. We were invited to take what we wanted the day before the factory closed for good. We found beautifully unique leather, linings and hardware that are perfect quality. We knew we could make something of what would have been trashed. We created Flote Recycles by merchandising the recycled goods and hardware in...
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Temperley for Target
2007-09-19 04:48:00
Americans have been particularly enamored with British fashion in the past couple of years. We all tried to emulate Sienna Miller?s fresh styling (circa Jude Law, not this week?s floral wreath,) then there were near stampedes when Barney?s released Kate Moss? line for Top Shop. This week the latest British invader has arrived and she?s all about the bargains! Alice Temp erley is the latest (and possibly most anticipated) celebrity designer for Target ?s GO International collection. For those unfamiliar with her high-end label, Temperley London is known amongst the British fashion elite for it?s ultra-feminine, Victorian inspired, modern and tailored pieces. It girls everywhere are scooping up her highly detailed party dresses. The GO International collection stays true to her labels foundation, featuring romantic ruffles and bows, modern knit sweater dresses and wonderful slim fitting button downs. The palette is mostly deep navy, black, white with a few touches of hot pink thrown in...

Dr. Bronner's Fair Trade Miracle by Yezenia Herrera
2007-09-17 07:42:00
With the growing popularity of Fair Trade and the Green Movement, there are constant concerns if the products consumers buy are in fact fair trade and organic. But first, how many people actually know what Fair Trade even is? Well, let me put it in simplistic terms. Basically, the Fair Trade system helps more than half a million farmers in nearly 50 countries receive a fair price for their labor. Child labor is nonexistent and working conditions are non hazardous. There is a specific label on Fair Trade products that guarantees fair wages among workers and practices the use environmentally sustainable systems. You can buy Fair Trade Coffee, vegetable, clothing, and even soaps! Dr. Bronner?s Magic Soaps - "All-One!" for instance, is a body soap that is stamped ?Fair Trade!? This 100% Vegan soap includes: ? No Synthetics, No Detergents ? Not Animal Tested - 100% Cruelty Free ? 100% Biodegradable Ingredients consist of, Water, Saponified Coconut-Hemp-Olive Oils (with retained Glyceri...
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Mad River Grille
2007-09-17 04:56:00
If life were one big happy hour, Mad River Grill e would definitely be the place to spend it. The official University of Wisconsin bar, this eastside hangout is always packed with twenty- something college alumni looking to blow off some steam with cheap beer and good friends. College football is the bar?s specialty, and if you love the Wisconsin Badgers, Mad River is the only place to be on Saturday. The official UW headquarters in NYC, experience the next best thing to being in Madison on game day. Of course, it would not be Badger Saturday without $6 pitchers and Wisconsin cheese curds. On Wisconsin, On Wisconsin? While being a Badger fan is encouraged, you absolutely do not have to be a Wisconsin Alumni to experience what has become a regular stop for those of us who cannot seem to leave the best years of our lives behind us. While every night of the week features drink specials like $1 drinks on Friday, or ?Two-for-Tuesdays,? make sure to take advantage of Thursday nights fro...

The Soup Box
2007-09-17 02:34:00
With those fall chills already breezing through the city, what sounds better than a nice, hot bowl of soup when you?re in the windy city. At the soup box, not only do they have that but they have twelve different soups daily! Rated Best Soup in Chicago, Best Comfort Food in Chicago, and Best Fast Food in Chicago, the Soup Box is definitely a local favorite around the city. When you first walk in, a counter lined with black cast iron cauldrons filled with soups that are bubbling and ready for serving. With over sixty-four different kinds of soup, they?re sure to please all palates. These delicious soups are made fresh, from scratch, every morning to ensure that warm rich flavor. Their Lobster Bisque is among their top sellers along with the recently added Roasted Butternut Squash and New England clam chowder. Both vegan and vegetarian soups are also available. Not in a soup mood? The Soup Box also makes some amazing gourmet salads that are made right in front of you with fresh ingred...

Drugstore Beauty Secrets
2007-09-15 19:51:00
In case you didn?t already know, drugstores have some great beauty finds for fairly cheap. When I first became a self-proclaimed makeup-whore, I instantly fell in love with department store cosmetics: Lancome, Clinique, and all the others. What I didn?t know at the time was that many of the high end brands actually own some of the drugstore brands. In fact, many of the products in drugstores are exactly the same formula as their high end companion. One of my fave makeup brands, Lancome, actually owns L?Oreal. When I found this out, I automatically went to CVS and stocked up on mascara, lipgloss, and eyeshadow. Indeed, I found that most of the products were identical to my fave Lancome buys. The only difference is the packaging and how the lines are marketed. My best find so far is L'Oreal?s Voluminous mascara ?it is the same as Lancome?s Definicil mascara. It plumped my lashes and no clumps were to be found. Another great find is the Line Eraser retinol lotion by L'Oreal. ...
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Affordable Fashion From Across the Pond
2007-09-15 05:20:00
Asos.com is a must for any fashion forward, budget conscious woman. Asos is a predominant shopping website in the UK but whose goodies can be shipped to shoppers in the US. Asos? clearance section is unbelievable. There are hundreds of items on sale and most range between 10 and 40 dollars. You can buy anything from going out dresses to comfy shoes. Asos? main deal is that they sell clothes which are styled after a designer something or another that celebs like Sienna Miller, Nicole Richie, and Kimberly Stewart have worn but at a fraction of the cost. Asos carries brands from French Connection to Kitson to Rock & Republic. It?s not just women?s clothes and shoes that Asos sells. Need chic champagne glasses? You can buy them at Asos. What about makeup, jewelry, and designer handbags? Yes, you can buy them too. Even Asos? regular priced clothing is not expensive. Buy a pair of skinny jeans styled after Kate Moss for only sixty-two bucks. Or a satin skirt to look like P...
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Putting the Pretty in Ugg-Ly
2007-09-14 22:21:00
Take the UGG-LY out of your Uggs, and snuggle your feet into a pair of Cozy?s by Steve Madden. As a Syracuse, New York native, I know how important a warm pair of boots is as soon as the snow hits the streets. Now you don?t have to surrender style to stay toasty! These new winter boots are everything that you love and need in a good boot. The (f)Ugg had at least some things right, and good ol? Steve took some tips. Cozy will hit your upper calf and is lined with shearling to keep your toes happy even in below zero weather. Its outer shell is suede and comes in thirteen different colors. What I noticed first about these shoes, is the cute little bow at the ankle that breathes fresh life into this once stale style. Check out more styles for whatever weather condition you?ll come across. Who knows, you might even be tempted to wear these year round! They look great paired with stockings and skirts - and with colors like rose, ice and purple, it won?t be difficult to revive t...
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Wax Poetic Salon
2007-09-13 19:27:00
By: Kris Marvin Hughes For those valley-dwellers who are obsessive about being able to multi-task even when out of work, you will be in love with Wax Poetic Salon in Burbank. Where else can you get your hair done, your back massaged, and your bikini-line waxed all while taking in an art show and downing a complimentary cocktail. Well, thanks to Wax Poetic Salon, it?s possible. While initially the idea of a salon being connected to an art gallery may confuse you, from the moment you step in to the salon you see exactly why this works. The lobby is essentially the art gallery which includes a wonderfully stocked bar with alcohol and E-lix-r Tonics. I mean, come on, how many times can you read a Cosmo while waiting to be waxed? It?s so much more fun to be drinking a free glass of Stella on tap while perusing the modern art from local artists. And when it?s time to get the hair ripped from your eyebrows, you?re a little more relaxed and feel as though you got in a little culture...

Joshua Tree (Eastside)
2007-09-13 16:15:00
by: Amanda Fornecker Do you want to dance with somebody? Maybe feel the heat with somebody? Well, look no further than the Josh ua Tree (Eastside). You can hear fabulous tunes just like Whitney's, making this bar an exciting place to be. I love the 80s! There are lots of plasma televisions set up that play the music videos of these old time tunes. And a few even play Sportscenter, in true sports bar fashion. With 12 satellite TV systems, you can watch your favorite sports teams play at all times. There are two bars - one in the front and one in the back, which is great to alleviate some of the bar-goer traffic. From Tuesdays to Sundays there's a DJ after 8pm and Sundays also entail karaoke after 9. But you're sure to start your very own karaoke session at any point with the loud sounds of this great music! This is the Eastside counterpart to the Westside location. Located on Third Avenue, amongst a string of bars, the Joshua Tree is certainly one of the most hopping places to be ...

Maya Brenner Brings Charm Back
2007-09-12 21:35:00
Want to dress like a celebrity and have that star appeal? Well, here?s your chance. Jessica Simpson was recently spotted (looking more fabulous than ever!) leaving the trendy Hollywood club, Les Deux. She was wearing the Maya Brenner ?Texas? Necklace, available at www.mayabrenner.com. Char m Jewelry has been making a comeback in recent years, and I?d like to thank Maya Brenner for her effort ? I think she single-handedly pioneered the comeback. Charm jewelry may conjure images of silver cast roller skates and Eiffel Towers, but bear with me; you?ll find nothing that traditional or childish in her collections. Maya Brenner designs are versatile, simultaneously delicate and bold, with a hint of bohemian-chic. In addition to the state necklaces like the one Jessica was wearing at Les Deux, Maya Brenner designs feature elements of nature like feathers, leaves, and even starfish, all done in sterling silver and 14k gold. Additionally, she incorporates splashes of color with gems and beads...
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Short Sleeves Heat up Winter Fashion
2007-09-11 03:19:00
Some women don?t like winter because it?s impossible to show skin. Others don?t like it because it?s impossible to feel sexy in layers of bulky clothes. I think we may have finally found a solution to both these issues. Fresh off the rack this fall season is the short(er) sleeve jacket. Now, I can?t comment on the functionality of wearing short(er) sleeves in winter, or even fall for that matter, but I will say that I love this look and I endorse it 110%. It?s a great way to differentiate yourself from the crowd of black jackets. And even though silhouettes are generally slimming down this season, the short sleeve can be one way to incorporate a little volume ? volume in a place that won?t horribly distort your proportions. To say nothing of the fact that the short sleeve jacket is also a great way to show off your tres chic gloves (also hot this season, so it's a perfect pairing)...what are you waiting for? Jackets are a big investment, so be sure to choose one that you?ll like ...
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3.1 Phillip Lim reveals worldly spring 2008 collection
2007-09-11 02:30:00
Even though his line was only launched in the fall of 2005, Phillip Lim has already become the darling of the fashion world, creating classic American sportswear for more-affordable-than-average prices. Working with Katayone Adeli and helping launch Development before moving into creating his own line, Lim quickly garnered glowing reviews. In 2006 he won the Women's Designer Rising Star award given by Fashion Group International and recently he won the Council of Fashion Designers of America award for emerging talent in women's wear. So it was with great anticipation that Lim revealed his spring collection. He said he "wanted to make clothes that were ready for travel," Lim revealed his 3.1 Phillip Lim spring 2008 collection on Sunday September 9th during New York's fashion week, going on now. The show began with Lim favorite, model Irina Lazareanu strolling down the runway in a khaki trench coat, white button down shirt, white harem-style pants, and a large white tie, ready for...
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Russian Haven: Okeanos Spa
2007-09-10 18:51:00
Not your typical spa, the Russian -flavored Okeanos has a regular clientele of ballerinas, athletes and celebrities. Its signature ?platza? treatment is very common in Russia, but it is transformed into a more luxurious version in this spa. You are in a sauna, face down, for about ten minutes, and your skin is brushed with oak and birch leaves. After which you stand under an ice cold shower and repeat the process ? face up. The platza treatment opens pores and helps with circulation. Athletes love it, and for the layman ? consider it your bottle of Echinacea, since it builds the immune system. Other signature treatments like the Caviar Wrap, Exfoliating Back Sea Scrub and Siberian Hot Stone massage complete the Cossack experience. And the lovely little café offers free vodka shots (compliments of ZYR) and sumptuous blinis. Geared towards men, Okeanos also has a cigar room. I go to Okeanos because it?s so unusual, and for the exotic menu offerings. The staff is so friendly, and the c...
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Great Hole in the Wall Bookstore
2007-09-10 07:31:00
A friend took me to this fantastic book store, outside of the outdoor Eastern market in DC. It's a cavern of used books at great prices, and the people there are super friendly. Yes, it's easier to order stuff off the internet, but there's something to say for just wandering through towers of books stacked alongside steep stairs. Here is why the bookstore rocks: 1. On a brutally hot Saturday, there was a punchbowl full of free, perfectly strong Margaritas for all those perusing. 2. There is a room called the Mystery room-- partially filled with Mystery novels and partially filled with random literary ephemera. Books that are somehow outside of other categories, along with great literary biographies and a ton of Anais Nin's diaries (she was the author Henry Miller's lover and an erotic fiction writer. Also almost all her diaries, over 8 at least, were published post-humously. Fantastic, excting, sexy stuff). 3. If the Mystery room doesn't intrigue you, there is also the Busines...
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Change Your Ring As Often As You Change Your Mind
2007-09-10 03:19:00
Ever have one of those days where you are rushing to get dressed, put on the easiest thing you can grab, and then on your way to work ?only to decide you hate your outfit? "Got All of Your Marbles" has some great jewelry to put a little sparkle to your ensemble and a spring in your step. These outfit enhancers are so whimsical. The fun starts with selecting from a ring, earrings or a pendant. Once you decide what piece you want, you then need to figure out what size you like. Each piece varies in size from "itty bitty" (ten millimeter) to "whopper" (an inch around). The coolest part is what these pieces of jewelry feature The star of the show is a perfectly round marble. Don't be fooled, though. Although these "gems" may remind you of that game you may have played when you were a kid, the shiny babies used in the jewelry give it a modern, unique twist. Depending on what size of jewelry you choose, you also get five to thirty marbles to switch out. So, you can switch out a blue for ...
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Lush Handmade Cosmetics
2007-09-10 02:52:00
I stumbled upon Lush Handmade Cosmetics located right by the entrance of Macy?s department store on Michigan Avenue- jam-packed with sniffing, smiling fans. Not only is the name itself intriguing, but the copious stacks of bowls and baskets filled with multi-colored bath balls makes it look like a pretty, girly ice cream shop. I soon found out that my simulation was closer than I thought with their signature scents like Haagenbath and Each Peach. LUSH prides itself in their commitment to non-animal testing, use of fresh, natural ingredients and fair-trading in all of their products. Not being much of a fizzy bath person myself, I found out that they are equally well known for their natural soaps. Forgotten concepts like shampoo bar soap and deodorant soap came as a fragrant surprise. I especially enjoy their Sexy Peel (a citrus-smelling lemon peel exfoliating soap), their popular Avowash (an avocado and olive oil rich soap) and the fruity Angel?s Delight bar filled with cute little ...
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Simply Vera Vera Wang Is Here!
2007-09-10 01:56:00
Glimpses of Vera Wang 's collection for Kohl?s department stores have been appearing on all of the blogs for awhile amidst rumors that it was going to actually be just as fashionable as it is affordable. With the recent debut of Simply Vera Vera Wang's flowing lines, feminine cuts and luscious fabrics, it seems as if she won't disappoint. Wang's collection includes apparel, accessories, shoes, intimates, jewelry and even items for your home! Just browsing through it all, will make you ready for fall and wanting to wrap up in the chic head-to-toe looks. Every look mixes trends with classics ? perfect for building a timeless wardrobe around Wang?s dresses, silky tops, pleated skirts or basic but sleek jeans. Try the silky Self Belt Top top ($48) in Aegean, Black and Raisin for a look for the office or the clubs. There's a variety of knit hats, scarves and leather gloves along with some sleek coats. The Cable-Knit Button Hat ($38) in Indigo and Oatmeal mixes casual fabric ...

Loeffler Randall and Chie Mihara @ Shopgirls
2007-09-10 00:20:00
I cannot even begin to describe how excited I was to find that Shopgirls, in Costa Mesa, has started to carry Loeffler Randall shoes and clothes! For those of you unfamiliar with the line, let me just say it?s something to see. The shoes and clothes are gorgeous in classic styles but with a modern twist. They are very sophisticated without being overly stuff and conservative. The pieces at Shopgirls exemplify just that. The shoes, crafted in Italy, produce a quality that is hard to beat. And the clothes drape perfectly over your body no matter what your shape. That said, also new at Shopgirls is the shoe line Chie Mihara. Coming from Spain, these shoes achieve the impossible by combining uniquely chic design and ultimate comfort. They will be your feet?s best friend. The comfort comes from the shoe?s ability to hug your foot, giving it complete support, without squeezing it in a death hold. And the pitch of the heels gives you enough lift without tiring your foot out so y...
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Fab Fall Frocks
2007-09-09 17:32:00
If you're like me, then Fall is a tough season when it comes to fashion. On any given chilly weekend, you'll probably find me in jeans and a sweatshirt. The image alone makes me shudder. I feel like I'm in fashion limbo. For some reason, once September hits, I almost don't know what to do with myself. I continue on like this until November comes around and I can get away with my Winter duds. No more! This season, there are so many great options. Personally, I'm a huge fan of the Fall dresses that are all over the place. Gap has a great one that comes in a purple-ish/red color, black, or grey. The fabric is kind like a t-shirt material, so it's comfy but still looks dressy at the same time. Depending on the color you like, the price ranges from $34.99-$49.50. Not bad for a Fall staple piece. The best part? This dress works for all seasons. For Fall, pair it with a pair of thin sweater tights and some ballet flats. Winter calls for thicker tights and a pair of boots. Once Spri...

The New Family of iPods Will Rock Your World!
2007-09-09 03:47:00
Wait! Don?t get the iPhone yet! The price is dropping $200 just in time for the holidays. And to keep the Mac guy making those witty commercials for as long as possible, there?s a whole new generation of iPods that?ll make you, well, kinda hope that yours freezes indefinitely? It?s never too early to start your holiday shopping, so here?s a look at the new happy iPod family! iPod Touch in 8GB ($299) and 16GB ($399) this new addition to the MP3 menagerie is just like the coveted iPhone in shape and look but without phone capabilities. The touch screen allows you to search through your songs by album cover and best yet ? with its Wi-Fi capabilities, you can actually go online with your Ipod! The new iPod Classic in 80 GB ($249) and 160GB ($349) keeps it classy with a sleeker aluminum and stainless steel design and over twice the amount of storage for less than what you paid before! The new iPod nanos in 4GB ($149) and 8GB ($199) now come with video capabilities and all different...
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Four Easy Steps to Your Cleanest Face
2007-09-08 07:20:00
Everyone knows that keeping your face clean (and keeping your hands off of it! I mean you!) is the best way to prevent breakouts and keep your skin radiant. However, some women don?t know the simplest routine to ensure that the best is being done for your skin?s overall health. Here are four easy steps: 1) Makeup Remover ? I like to start with makeup remover, because some cleansers will contain residues or oils (which you should avoid if you can help). A separate, gentler cleanser for your eyes is probably a good idea unless you?re not wearing a lot of eye makeup. 2) Wash Thoroughly ? Now you?ll want to wash your entire face, even removing the trace of the remover. Some people will argue that hot water is best, some cold. In truth, if you?re diligent, hot water to open and cleanse your pores is best followed by very cold water, to re-seal your pores. 3) Astringent Cleaner ? Astringents will come in an assortment for your skin type. This is a deeper clean than washing alone will ...
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L.A.M.B. Bracelet Watch, Black
2007-09-08 03:05:00
L.A.M.B. Mini Enamel Baguette Bracelet Watch Thin bracelet band defines a rectangular-faced watch, inscribed with the words 'Born to blossom, Bloom to blossom, Bloom to Perish.' * Approx. band length: 175mm. * Approx. band width: 7mm. * Approx. case dimensions: 13mm W x 25mm H. * Water-resistant to 3 ATM (30 meters). * Stainless steel/enamel. * By L.A.M.B.; imported.
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Sexy Biker Bar with Food, Fun and the Best Damn Ribs You've Ever Eaten!
2007-09-07 07:29:00
Dinosaur Bar B Que up in Harlem is a finger-lickin?, booty shakin?, lip-smackin? good time. And the food is delicious too... Born and raised in Syracuse, NY (like me!) as a biker bar with sex appeal, this recent addition to New York nightlife is changing the way New Yorkers think about blues and barbecue! The Harlem location is always packed, but no worries ? show up early and have a few drinks at the bar or make reservations. On Friday and Saturday nights, enjoy live music, a part of Dino that?s as crucial as their sauces. Perfect for a date or a party with friends, you?ll impress them if you fly through the menu on the following tips from a true Dino Connoisseur: Start off with a plate of Fried Green Tomatoes ($8.95 for five) and Drunken Spice Shrimp (1/2 lb $11.95.) Next up try any of their Bar-B-Que Pit Plates or split a Full Rack and 4 Homemade sides for $26.95. There?s also a huge range of sandwiches like the Smothered Churrasco Chicken Sandwich ($7.95) with mojito marin...
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Mod Lighting to Brighten Up Your Pad
2007-09-07 03:37:00
When I found these light fixtures online, I fell in love with their cute design and mod style. I had to do a double take when I saw who made them: the two and only Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. I had long forgotten about their line of clothing (ahem, fashion and lifestyle collections,) once only available at Wal Mart until I came upon their home décor line after doing some research for my new apartment. Whether you?re looking for a desk lamp, a floor lamp, a chandelier or a wall sconce, MK & A have what you?re looking for in their Create-A-Shade Collection of lighting. What is unique about this line is that you create what colors, style and patterns you want and the good people at ELK Lighting will pimp out the perfect look for you. Go on their website and type in your zip code to figure out where they're sold around you! Pastels? Bright colors? Solid colors? A mix of everything? You got it, dude!

Powell's City of Books
2007-09-06 22:20:00
I admit, I?m a dork; there is nothing I would rather do than read. Books are especially good reading material. So when I visited my boyfriend in his hometown of Portland, OR, I was totally excited to visit the famed Powell 's City of Books. The place is huge, taking up an entire city block, stocked full of every genre imaginable and some you can?t even imagine. It?s part warehouse, part library. They even have a large section of unique gifts and gizmos for the bibliophile, not to mention everyone else you and your mama ever met. Powell?s even buys used books, which is great for college students who have had their old textbooks rejected by their school?s buyback system (and yes, I speak from personal experience). You could spend days in Powell?s and never explore all they have to offer. If you ever make it to the Northwest, be sure to stop by, but you don?t have to be in the Rose City to enjoy the wonders of Powell?s, their website is also fabulous, and even includes a section of u...
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