Month: November 2016

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Amazon Prime Now: The Ultimate Destination for Thanksgiving Prep

As we are gearing up for our Thanksgiving feasts, wanted to call to mind that Amazon’s Prime Now service can deliver all Turkey Day essentials to customers’ doors in just one hour!

We can all relate to being in the kitchen cooking the biggest meal of the year and realizing you forgot the cranberry sauce, pie crusts or the roasting pan. Prime Now can bring customers these items and more in an hour or less so they can skip the trip to the store and continue spending time with friends and loved ones.

Beyond the food, customers can also find hostess gifts or “family fun” items, including the most popular board games that have been delivered in one hour through Prime Now: Pie Face Game, Connect 4, Catan and Taboo.  We also have localized shopping data for all Prime Now cities available upon request.

In Baltimore, Prime Now is available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week, and will be operating on Thanksgiving Day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. to help account for anyone that’s forgotten the butter, paper towels or other essentials. Two-hour delivery is free and one-hour delivery is available for $7.99. All Prime members can download the Prime Now app, available on iOS and Android devices, and will be notified when the service is available in their zip code.

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Ciara Red Carpet Maternity Style – AMAs 2016

Ciara looked amazing on the red carpet during The American Music Awards 2016. She embraced her natural maternity glow wearing a black form fitted top and contrasting ruffle at the bottom of her dress.

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The singer was an inspiration to women seeking great maternity style.  Ciara not only dressed red carpet appropriate but also appeared very comfortable, holding her delicate baby bump!

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Vanity Planet – Beauty Gifts Under $60

Take a look at the must-have Black Friday and Cyber Monday beauty steals & gift sets from Vanity Planet Black Friday.

  • Starts: Thursday, November 24th @ 7pm (EST)

  • (8) Special Value Sets Starting at $40 (information on the gift sets is attached)

  • Facial Brushes – Save 80% off retail prices

  • Free shipping in the U.S. on all orders over $40

Cyber Monday

  • Starts: Monday, November 28th  @ 12am (EST)

  • Free shipping in the U.S. on all orders over $40

  • Special Pricing on the Following Products: Gel Bead Eye Mask, $9.99, Flat Irons and Hair Tools, Starting at $24.99, and the Gleam | Dual-Sided LED Magnifying Mirror, $49.99
 
Everything on Vanity Plant is certified 100% cruelty-free.
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Amazon Prime and Alexa Voice Shopping

This weekend, Amazon Prime members can enjoy a totally new way to shop this holiday during the first-ever voice shopping weekend. Starting today through November 21, voice shopping weekend will feature exclusive deals on some of the most popular gifts for everyone in the family. Prime members can take advantage of voice shopping exclusive deals on their Alexa enabled device simply by asking “Alexa, what are your deals?” each day or by visiting www.amazon.com/alexadeals. Order using your voice on Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, Amazon Tap, Amazon Fire HD tablet, or Amazon Fire TV.

“This is the first holiday that Prime members will be able to use their voice to shop and we’re excited to offer exclusive deals they won’t find anywhere else,” said Assaf Ronen, Vice President Voice Shopping. “Voice shopping with Alexa takes the hassle out of the holidays, giving customers the ability to order from millions of items simply by saying the word. And, the fun doesn’t stop after this weekend. Make sure to ask ‘Alexa, what are your deals?’ every day because we’ll have exciting deals throughout the holiday season and beyond.”

“Alexa, what are your deals?”

Prime customers have exclusive access to amazing deals during voice shopping weekend with Alexa:

  • Save $50 on an Amazon Tap – say, “Alexa, order an Amazon Tap”
  • Save $80 on a 32-inch Samsung 1080p LED TV – say, “Alexa, order a Samsung TV”
  • Save $30 on a Sphero Star Wars BB-8 App controlled robot – say, “Alexa, order a Star Wars robot”
  • Save $15 on a Philips Hue LED Starter Kit with 2 Bulbs & Hue Bridge Hub – works with Amazon Alexa – say, “Alexa, order a Hue Starter Kit”
  • Save $80 on Beyerdynamic Limited Edition Headphones – say, “Alexa, order studio headphones”
  • Save $130 on a 10-piece All-Clad stainless steel cookware set – say, “Alexa, order an All-Clad cookware set”
  • Save $10 on LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box – say, “Alexa, order a Lego Classic Brick Box.”
  • Save 30% on a 48-pack of Amazon Basics AA batteries – say, “Alexa, order AA batteries”
  • Save 35% on Lindt Lindor Milk Chocolate Truffles – say, “Alexa, order Lindor truffles”

All prices available on select dates at select times between November 18 and November 21 while supplies last. Additionally, save up to 40% on everyday essentials, plus other great gifts for car-lovers, pet-lovers, kids, and everyone on your holiday shopping list. Plus, the great deals will continue throughout the holiday season, with Alexa-exclusive deals on Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and every day in November and December. Customers who purchase an Alexa deal at $10 or more in value between now and Cyber Monday will also receive a bonus $5 Amazon gift card while supplies last.

 

Voice Order From Tens of Millions of Products

Voice shopping with Alexa allows customers to shop for tens of millions of Prime-eligible items. Available on the Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, Amazon Tap, Amazon Fire HD tablet, and Amazon Fire TV, it’s as simple as saying, “Alexa, order [product]” — Alexa will find a well-priced product that ships with Prime. Just say, “yes” to buy it.  To shop with Alexa, customers must be Prime members with “1-click” enabled.

 

About Amazon

Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Customer reviews, 1-Click shopping, personalized recommendations, Prime, Fulfillment by Amazon, AWS, Kindle Direct Publishing, Kindle, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Amazon Echo, and Alexa are some of the products and services pioneered by Amazon. For more information, visit www.amazon.com/about.

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Michael Antonio Brighton Dress Boots – Octer.com

Knee High Boots are now considered a wardrobe staple. This accessory transcends the average winter boot (or bootie) because it provides instant leg warmth.

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Selecting a pair of Knee High Boots can be intimidating but they’re very functional. For example, some boots help repel water and others give ankle support.  This accessory also comes in a variety of colors, textures, and heel heights.

I had the opportunity to order a pair of boots through the online site Octer.com Originally shipped from the department store retailer JcPenney, The Michael Antonio Brighton Women’s Dress Boots arrived quickly and was true to the product photo.

The cranberry hue and faux suede texture will be the perfect complement to my winter wardrobe.

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Dryel At – Home Cleaner – Wardrobe Solutions

Let’s face the reality that it’s chilly outside and time to laundry our cozy sweaters. This is a delicate task because the wrong technique can ruin your favorite fashion piece.  Personally, I know this first hand from shrinking or burning a machine hole on a beautiful wool sweater.

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We are in good hands because Dryel (At-Home Dry Cleaner) has taken the headache out of laundering sweaters or denim. This product has a three-step system to help us properly clean clothing that requires dry-cleaning services.

The first step is to take the sweater and lay on a flat surface while searching for any stains.  After completing the process of stain removal, place the item inside of the fabric protection bag with an ultra cleaning cloth.

Let the sweater tumble inside of the dryer (on low) for about twenty minutes.  Once the dryer has stopped, remove the item and place on a satin padded hanger.

It’s a very easy process and your household budget will thank you later!  For more instructions click here:  Dryel Own Your Look

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Dryel. The opinions expressed are from the author.
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Get The Look: Rita Ora in Rimmel London at the Nocturnal Animals Premiere

The Look: Bold and sultry

The Inspiration: Celebrity Makeup Artist Kathy Jeung was inspired by the singer, actress and Rimmel London Ambassador’s dramatic black Tom Ford tunic, opting for strong bronzed eyes, bronzed cheeks and a pale lip.

How to Get the Look:

SKIN

To begin, Kathy applied Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer to prep and prime skin for makeup. She then used Rimmel London Hide the Blemish Concealer in Light Beige to conceal dark circles, brushing Rimmel London Match Perfection Concealer in Light/Medium on top, gently patting and blending the two together with her ring finger. Next, she applied Rimmel London Match Perfection Foundation in Sand, blending into Rita’s skin with a makeup brush and a damp makeup sponge. Kathy then set Rita’s foundation with a light dust of Rimmel London Stay Matte Pressed Powder in Silky Beige and finished by applying Rimmel London Kate Sculpting Kit in Golden Sands to her cheeks.

LIPS

Kathy prepped Rita’s lips with Rimmel London Lip Conditioning Balm by Kate to add moisture and to prime lips for color. Next, she lined Rita’s lips with Rimmel London Exaggerate Lip Liner in Innocent and finished by applying Rimmel London Moisture Renew Lipstick in First Class Nude.

EYES & BROWS

The base of Rita’s strong eye was the NEW Rimmel London Magnif’Eyes Palette in London Calling. Kathy applied a matte beige shade to the browbone and a deep bronze to the lid and crease, blending outwards towards the temples. Along the upper and lower lashline, Kathy drew a thin line with Rimmel London Magnif’eyes Double Ended Shadow & Liner in Back to Blacks, smudging it into the lashline. Next, she used the same liner to line the inner rims of the eyes. To lift the outer corners of the eyes, Kathy applied a flick of Rimmel London Colour Precise Eyeliner in Black. To add a touch of bronze to the lower lash line, she applied Rimmel London ScandalEyes Shadow Stick in Bad Bronze. Finally, Kathy finished Rita’s eyes by applying a few coats of Rimmel London ScandalEyes Mascara in Black to upper and lower lashes.

Kathy enhanced Rita’s brows by applying Rimmel London Brow This Way Brow Sculpting Kit in Blonde, brushing her brows into place, filling and shaping them.

Where to Find Them: Rimmel London products are available at chain drug stores and mass retailers nationwide. Visit www.RimmelLondon.com for store locations and to try the newest products with Rimmel London’s exclusive Virtual Makeup Tool.

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AMI Clubwear – Ready To Wear Collection and Style Options

AMI Clubwear re-launched their Ready To Wear Collection online. The company asked me to share a few style options and I immediately accepted the challenge.

Fashion is a form of self-expression and I wanted to project my personality through the following pieces.  The Sheer Cut Stripe Print Dress is a great party option that can be dressed up (with a pair of heels) or down (wearing a denim jacket.)  Red is also a power hue and compliments most skin tones.

The romper (or jumpsuit) trend is a must-have item for this season. A well-fitted Romper can be worn to brunch, a meeting, or date night. Purchasing a Classic Trench Coat can be another versatile piece; either styled alone or accessorized with a blanket scarf.

AMI Clubwear is a trendy e-commerce site and a great option for the girl who’s seeking fashion on a budget!

 

 

 

 

 

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National Fragrance Month with Fragrance.com

November is National Fragrance Month and we are almost half way in. It’s the official month to refresh your fragrance arsenal, and there’s no better resource than Fragrance.com. You can even visit their pop-up shop in the Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City, Long Island, open now through January 8!

Whether you’re looking for a perfume, cologne, an on-the-go bottle or more, Fragrance.com has it all with over 16,000 genuine, brand name fragrances, and so much more all at discount prices.

 

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Marc Jacobs Daisy ($47.99, Fragrance.com)

Daisy is fresh and feminine, with a playful innocence. The heart of it is floral with vintage edge of violet. Sophisticated, with a touch of whimsy, violet captures the eclectic, timeless flavor. Always elegant, always enchanting—but not too serious—Daisy is a sparkling floral bouquet, spirited and fresh, wrapped in comfort and warmth.

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Burberry the Beat ($34.99, Fragrance.com)

This intense and energetic scent with top notes of bergamot, cardamom, pink pepper and mandarin will warm you right up. Its heart notes of Ceylon tea, iris and bluebell add a soft floral texture, while the white musk, vetiver and cedar wood give depth to this sensual fragrance.

 
 

Burberry Eau De Parfum Spray ($36.99, Fragrance.com)

This perfume is distinguished by its sexy base note, which is composed of sandalwood, amber, cedarwood, and musk to give it its soft, sensual appeal. The top notes of peach and apricot bring out the fragrance’s femininity, and a tone which can only be described as exotic.