Inspired Luxe – Handcrafted Chic Pieces

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This season, the handcrafted pieces from InspiredLuxe.com, an e-commerce site that houses sustainable and one-of-a-kind jewelry from artisans throughout the globe, brings you a collection of statement pieces that will be the perfect touch for an effortlessly chic summer look.

Utilizing exotic stones, beads, rocks, leather, metals, along with other materials (many repurposed)— the collections offer a unique twist on the modern bohemian trend. By adding these eccentric pieces to anyone’s wardrobe, it will be easy to create a sense of relaxed luxury.

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H&M Expands in Maryland – Francis Scott Key Mall

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H & M, Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M), one of the world’s largest fashion retailers famous for offering fashion-forward apparel at affordable prices in a sustainable way, is thrilled to announce a new location in Frederick, Maryland. Measuring approximately 20,000 square feet, the new location at Francis Scott Key Mall is set to open in the fall of 2016. H&M is especially excited to expand its reach in Maryland, a growing market for the retailer, and add to the ten locations currently open in the state.

The new H&M location will offer Frederick residents a one-stop shopping destination for quality clothing for the whole family, with collections for ladies and men, as well as separate “store within a store” sections for accessories, maternity and its plus sized line, H&M+. The Francis Scott Key Mall location will also carry H&M’s children’s collection for newborns to fourteen year olds. The breadth and variety of H&M collections make it easier for any consumer to find fashionable products, no matter their personal style. With an emphasis on design, quality, and sustainability, H&M offers inspiring, high fashion at an unbeatable value.

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H&M prides itself on its support of local economies by adding jobs with each new location. As a continuously expanding brand, H&M constantly searches for new talent to grow within the company. With the opening of the Francis Scott Key Mall location, H&M is proud to add to the current, ever-expanding total of approximately 16,000 U.S. employees. The brand continues to grow in both new and existing markets while remaining focused on quality, high profitability, and sustainability. In 2015, H&M was ranked number 21 on Interbrand’s list of 100 Best Global Brands and was selected by Great Place to Work as a top 25 Best Multinational Workplace. For available job opportunities, please visit career.hm.com.

Sustainability is an integral part of H&M. The brand is growing and making significant long-term investments for sustainable development. In 2013, H&M launched Garment Collecting, an in-store clothing recycling project and was the first global fashion company to implement such a program. Since 2013, approximately 53.6 million lbs. of garments have been collected globally. H&M was also selected in 2015 as a U.S. EPA Green Power Leadership Award winner. The company has committed to sourcing renewable energy wherever possible in order to reduce indirect emissions stemming from the company’s purchased electricity use.

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Since H&M opened the doors to its first U.S. store on New York’s Fifth Avenue fifteen years ago, the U.S. has been one of the retailer’s most successful markets. H&M is proud to offer U.S. consumers quality fashion at competitive prices at its four hundred and sixteen locations across the country, and looks forward to continued expansion at the best properties worldwide.

Sally Hansen at Stella McCartney – Paris Fashion Week

SALLY HANSEN PERFECTING THE NATURAL NAIL AT STELLA MCCARTNEY’S
WINTER 2016 FASHION SHOW

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Sally Hansen, the exclusive nail sponsor of Stella McCartney Collections in 2016, added the finishing touch to the Stella McCartney Winter 2016 Fashion show with a flawless and always on trend nude nail look. S Adding to the elegant and polished silhouettes, Sally Hansen’s Global Color Ambassador Madeline Poole elevated the natural nail look by using a warm beige tinted shade giving nails a deeper nude undertone perfect for the runway.

Madeline Poole used two coats of Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in “Au Nature-al”, a fresh clean shade that reveals unexpected added coverage while still maintaining the neutral aesthetic. The warm shade matches precisely with skin tone and delivers the perfect amount of color for a flawless finish.

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“This season we wanted to celebrate the signature Stella look. Luxurious and effortless, sensual with a sense of humour and a tomboy side” – says Stella McCartney
“This year at Stella McCartney we are using a very classic shade. “Au Nature-al” is an amazing shade from Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in a sheer mid tone beige. With built in base and top coat the models are getting a quick and thorough high shine manicure that’s perfect for every day, every scenario, and every outfit change”– says Madeline Poole, Sally Hansen Global Color Ambassador

THE SHADE

Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Au Nature-al

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Sally Hansen’s award-winning Complete Salon Manicure collection infuses trend-setting shades with an expert quality formula to deliver salon-caliber results. Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure delivers seven salon manicure steps in one bottle. Chip resistant strength joins gel-quality shine. Must-have color meets nourishing benefits. Plus, a built-in base and top coat, it’s everything you need to achieve a professional manicure at home.

THE STELLA MCCARTNEY WINTER 2016 COLLECTION

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Celebrating signature Stella. Luxurious and effortless. Sensual with a sense of humour and a tomboy side.Urban puffa jackets in imposing dimensions with feather free wadding. Mock turtlenecks and fluid knits with ruffle detailing in shades of bright pink, scarlet, caramel, and black. Cropped ‘Skin Free Skin’ bomber jackets and quilted black shorts.Denim adopts a sporty mood in a bold tie-dye finish and elasticated cords looping through dresses.

A swan print motif glides effortlessly on loose jacquard pieces and silk garments. Contrast fringing on pyjama legs, shorts and shirts introduces a fuzzy and playful feeling.Softly structured silhouettes in speckled grey and black tweeds play on volume with high waisted trousers and tops buttoning at the cuff. Nipped waists and handcrafted detailing create a sense of form and fabrication with an elegantly unpolished and light-hearted attitude. Raw edges and visible topstitching toughen up outerwear. Felted and fluid flecked knitwear wraps around the body.Tailoring plays with suspended sheer tulle with velvet tuxedo jackets seemingly floating off the shoulders.Delicate lace cocktail dresses are fully foiled with sunken Swiss lace collars and kilt-like pleating. A sense of romance is heightened in plush tones of rose, forest green, teal, pastel yellow and peach combined with silver, gold and copper metallics. Shoes are minimal with a sporty sensibility in velvet, denim and eco alter nappa finishes. Pointed-toe styles, mules and pumps have a triangular wedge, while sustainably made flats have zip detailing on the front. Bags are hand-held with a cartridge pleated carry-all and smooth rounded metal handle and furry balls or with a marble finish and gold edging. Enamel jewellery in crescent, cylindrical and artistic shapes that hang from ears and necks on curves of precious metals.

THE MANICURIST
Sally Hansen Global Color Ambassador Madeline Poole is a nail expert working in New York and LA. Trained as a painter, Madeline worked odd jobs like vintage poster restoration as an art student in Baltimore. Her unique talent in crafting innovative designs, emphasis on skin care and attention to the hand as a whole makes her one of the most sought after names in the beauty industry. As part of the collaboration with Sally Hansen, Madeline helps setting the artistic direction for a new generation of modern nail looks and collections with her fashion-forward vision on a worldwide basis.

HARBOR EAST #FAREWELLWINTER SIDEWALK SALE

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WHAT: Bid adieu to winter with amazing savings from Harbor East shops! Join us for the #FarewellWinter Sidewalk Sale and take advantage of fabulous sales, specials and events at neighborhood retailers as they say hello to spring. Also enjoy music, complimentary mini Diablo Doughnuts & hot cider, fun giveaways and a street-side photo booth.

WHEN: Sunday, March 20th, 12-4PM

WHERE: Harbor East Retailers. Sweets, giveaways and photo booth will be located outside of Arhaus Furniture on Aliceanna Street.

DETAILS: Enjoy sales, specials & events at the following Harbor East shops:

  •   Amaryllis – Featuring an extra 10% off all 50% off items. Additional select appareland accessories are 25-60% off. Plus receive a bonus 20% off coupon with anypurchase (redeemable March 28-April 11, 2016).
  •   Anthropologie – Enjoy complimentary drinks & treats while you shop.
  •   Blanca Flor Silver Jewelry – 10% off everything in the store, with select cases up to50% off. Enjoy complimentary light refreshments.
  •   Brooks Brothers – Featuring $25 off your purchase of $100 or more.
  •   Curiosity – Offering an extra 30% off all sale items.
  •   Handbags in the City – The “March Madness Sale” continues with 50% offmarkdowns and 20% off regular priced items.
  •   lululemon athletica – Featuring special markdowns on both men’s and women’smerchandise plus preview hot new spring products.
  •   Lush Cosmetics – Enjoy on-site demos from the Lush staff as well as limited editionin-store products available for one day only at Harbor East.
  •   Madewell – All sale items are an additional 30% off.
  •   Sassanova – All winter merchandise is on sale up to 90% off. Plus select springstyles priced at 25% off.
  •   South Moon Under – Featuring an additional 30% off sale merchandise.
  •   White House/Black Market – All sale merchandise is an additional 10% off.

    For more information visit: http://www.harboreast.com/events/winter-sidewalk-sale-2016/

    About Harbor East
    Harbor East is home to some of Baltimore’s best shopping, dining, entertainment, hotels and residences. Among its many eclectic attractions are fine dining restaurants, vibrant and unique shops, a world-class fitness center, seven-screen art house theatre, and the luxury Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore. Harbor East is also an inspiring place for business, providing a contemporary setting for world-class offices. Welcome to Harbor East – 12 square blocks of restaurants, boutiques, hotels, and harbor-side amazing www.harboreast.com

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Transitional Sweaters – Dryel Home Care Tips

When it comes to fashion, the laundry does not stop!  One discovers (very quickly) the proper care and treatment of garments is vitally important.  Each article of clothing has its own label that includes the fabric percentage, content and suggested laundry needs.

I have a few sweaters that I’ve started wearing to help with the transition of seasons.  In this region, the weather fluctuates; one day it’s cold enough to wear a cashmere tunic and the next day I’m searching for an open-front cardigan.

Dryel is such an important product (for your wardrobe) because it’s easy to use, inexpensive, and less damaging to your clothing.  The product contains 6 cloths and for hard to clean stains, the company provides a booster spray.

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From my personal experience, the kit was simple and resulted in my sweaters smelling great.  I opened the Dryel ultra cleaning cloth and placed inside of the bag (with my sweaters.)  After tumbling in the dryer for 30 minutes, I removed the sweaters and put them on a satin hanger.   This was an easy laundry process for a lady on the go!

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Check back with the site (over the next few months) and I will share additional tips from Dryel At-Home Cleaner. 

 

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LALA ANTHONY, NATURI NAUGHTON, AND LELA LOREN – THE BEAUTY OF POWER EVENT

LALA ANTHONY, NATURI NAUGHTON, AND LELA LOREN LOOK STUNNING AT THE “BEAUTY OF POWER” EVENT
PRESENTED BY STARZ AT THE CROSBY HOTEL

On Friday, the cast of STARZ’s #1 show “Power” came together to discuss everything beauty related

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LaLa Anthony

Dress: Rachel Zoe
Shoes: Christina Louboutin

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Naturi Naughton

Dress: Tiger of Sweden
Shoes: Tamar Collection

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Lela Loren

Dress: Tory Burch

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From L to R: Naturi Naughton, Lela Loren, LaLa Anthony

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From L to R: LaLa Anthony, Naturi Naughton, Omari Hardwick, Lela Loren

Elizabeth Arden Skincare Products and Beauty Brand

Beauty Brands couldn’t be more excited to share two new multi-tasking products from Elizabeth Arden.

SUPERSTART Skin Renewal Booster works holistically to restore a healthy appearance to your skin’s surface layer. But that’s not all it does. This skin care superhero helps skin renew itself, retain hydration, and boosts the efficacy of your overall skin care regimen. Best of all, it is proven in just four weeks to make skin look and feel smoother, more radiant, hydrated and resilient, and to boost natural collagen and elastin. We’re wondering – is there anything this product can’t do?

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Features:
· Boosts the results of your skincare products

· Helps repair outer skin layers

· Increases skin’s natural defenses and ability to renew

· Enhances skin hydration

· Supports skin’s natural moisture

· Reinforces integrity of skin barrier

· Contains probiotic complex and extracts of botanical glasswort, sea fennel and flaxseed

· Makes skin look and feel more smooth and radiant

· Clinically and dermatologist-tested

· Suitable for all skin types

Elizabeth Arden Grand Entrance Mascara gives you gorgeous, stand-out lashes. The glossy formula separates, defines and lengthens lashes, while adding super volume, lift and curl. The long-wearing mascara is rich in vitamins to give you healthy-looking lashes, and it resists water. Plus, it won’t flake, smudge, clump or dry out. The innovative precision application brush grabs and coats every lash, and the brush’s push-up tip lifts and curls.

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Features:
· Creates longer, fuller lashes

· Provides separation and curl

· Glossy, vitamin-rich formula

· Water-resistant

· Features precision brush with push-up tip

· Won’t smudge, flake, clump or dry out

Brooks Brothers Harbor East – Opens in Baltimore

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Brooks Brothers, the original authority on American style, announces the opening of its Harbor East store at 809 Aliceanna Street in Baltimore on Monday, March 8 at 10am.

Founded in 1818, Brooks Brothers is America’s longest established apparel brand and offers stylish modern clothing and fresh takes on heritage design for men, women and children.

In addition to its selection of formal and ready-to-wear clothing, the 5,400 square-foot store will feature the debut collection of Brooks Brothers women’s wear line by noted designer Zac Posen, who was appointed as the brand’s creative director for the women’s collection in 2014.

The store will also feature Brooks Brothers signature Made-to-Measure program, where patrons have the opportunity to design a one-of-kind garment from the store’s selection of top quality fabrics. From suits and trousers to sport coats and dress shirts, each garment is Made in America at Brooks Brothers own factories and hand tailored to fit the wearer perfectly. This high level of personalized service has been an integral part of Brooks Brothers’ storied history.

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The spring/summer collection for men includes a wide variety of sportswear including a group of nautical themed items such as chunky knit Supima cotton sweaters as well as a pant and short featuring an original print of sailing images from the company’s archives.

The new location will also offer the newly launched Red Fleece collection for both men and women, which is a youthful expression of the iconic brand.

Brooks Brothers Harbor East will be open Monday – Thursday from 10am-7pm, Friday and Saturday from 10am-8pm and Sunday from 12-6pm. For more information, please contact Tace Joelle Loeb, tace@brandlinkdc.com.

ABOUT BROOKS BROTHERS
Since its inception, Brooks Brothers has become an institution that has shaped the American style of dress through fashion innovation, fine quality, personal service and exceptional value in its products. Brooks Brothers began selling women’s apparel as early as 1874 when an advertisement for the company promoted capes and accessories available in a special department within the store – then located at Broadway and Bond Street. Nearly two centuries later, Brooks Brothers is proud to uphold the same traditions and values and to be the destination for ladies and gentlemen from every
generation. Since its founding 197 years ago in New York, Brooks Brothers has become a legendary retailer with over 300 stores worldwide while maintaining a steadfast commitment to exceptional service, quality, style and value.

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Shoedazzle Color Of The Month – Daffodil Accessories

Daffodil is considered the new Shoedazzle color of the month.  The accessories brand has an array of Daffodil inspired handbags, jewelry, and shoes.  First Lady, Michelle Obama wore a similar shade in a beautiful sheath dress.  This inspired women to wear the hue while adding a pop of color into their wardrobe.

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It’s the perfect Spring shade because this color mixes (and matches) well with every fashion piece. Trendsetters and Style Bloggers are seen wearing Daffodil colored eyeshadow, nail polish, and hair accessories.

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For an everyday look, pair (Daffodil) yellow accessories with a jumpsuit, jeans, or basic t-shirt.  Color trends are fun to wear but don’t forget to make the style your own!

KELLY ROWLAND PARIS FASHION WEEK – CHLOE and BALMAIN

KELLY ROWLAND ATTENDS CHLOE AND BALMAIN PARIS FASHION WEEK SHOWS
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Kelly Rowland and boyfriend attending during the Chloe show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2016/17 at Le Grand Palais in Paris, France on March 03, 2016. Photo by Aurore Marechal/ABACAPRESS.COM
Kelly Rowland and boyfriend attending during the Chloe show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2016/17 at Le Grand Palais in Paris, France on March 03, 2016. Photo by Aurore Marechal/ABACAPRESS.COM
Kelly Rowland attending Chloe show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2016/17 at Grand Palais, on March 3, 2016 in Paris, France. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM
Kelly Rowland attending Chloe show as part of Paris Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2016/17 at Grand Palais, on March 3, 2016 in Paris, France. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Exclusive - Singer Kelly Rowland is seen leaving her hotel in the afternoon in Paris, France on March 3, 2016. Photo Julien Reynaud/APS-Medias/ABACAPRESS.COM | 537207_003 Paris France
Exclusive – Singer Kelly Rowland is seen leaving her hotel in the afternoon in Paris, France on March 3, 2016. Photo Julien Reynaud/APS-Medias/ABACAPRESS.COM | 537207_003 Paris France
Exclusive - Singer Kelly Rowland is seen leaving her hotel in the afternoon in Paris, France on March 3, 2016. Photo Julien Reynaud/APS-Medias/ABACAPRESS.COM | 537207_005 Paris France
Exclusive – Singer Kelly Rowland is seen leaving her hotel in the afternoon in Paris, France on March 3, 2016. Photo Julien Reynaud/APS-Medias/ABACAPRESS.COM | 537207_005 Paris France
Exclusive - Singer Kelly Rowland is seen leaving her hotel in the afternoon in Paris, France on March 3, 2016. Photo Julien Reynaud/APS-Medias/ABACAPRESS.COM | 537207_006 Paris France
Exclusive – Singer Kelly Rowland is seen leaving her hotel in the afternoon in Paris, France on March 3, 2016. Photo Julien Reynaud/APS-Medias/ABACAPRESS.COM | 537207_006 Paris France

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PHOTOGRAPHER: ABACA PRESS @ABACA_PARIS