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RYAN SEACREST DISTINCTION & POLISHED BY DR. LANCER KICK OFF NYFW AT BLUE JACKET FASHION SHOW

WHEN: Wednesday, February 7, 2018

WHAT: The burgeoning menswear brand Ryan Seacrest Distinction and the new men’s skin care brand, POLISHED by Dr. Lancer, teamed up with an impressive lineup of top designers and brands at the second annual Blue Jacket Fashion Show, a CFDA New York Men’s Fashion Week event that raises funds for The Prostate Cancer Foundation. The Blue Jacket Fashion Show is a national awareness campaign designed to demystify and create a platform to openly discuss men’s cancer issues. Backstage, the Blue Jacket fashion show turned orange, as POLISHED by Dr. Lancer took over to prep the models for their runway debut. The men’s skincare line is available at POLISHEDbyDrLancer.com and is coming soon to Sephora and Sephora.com. The event enlisted top fashion brands, including Ryan Seacrest Distinction, to reinvent the traditional blue blazer, which celebrities and influencers modeled on the runway. The models ranged from athletes to TV personalities, news anchors and more. Instagram sensation Dr. Mike Varshavski strutted down the runway in style in a blue Distinction Evening Collection dinner jacket paired with dark navy pants.

 

ABOUT RYAN SEACREST DISTINCTION:

Ryan Seacrest Distinction Blue Jacket details, and more: • Ryan Seacrest Distinction Evening Collection peak lapel, satin shawl collar, speckled dinner jacket • Ryan Seacrest Distinction slim-fit stretch non-iron white covered placket French cuff dress shirt, created exclusively for Macy’s • Ryan Seacrest Distinction black solid satin bow tie • Ryan Seacrest Distinction dark navy dress pants • Ryan Seacrest Distinction accessories including Polished Rhodium square cufflinks and a navy edge white pocket square The Ryan Seacrest Distinction collection is available exclusively at Macy’s and Macys.com

 

ABOUT POLISHED BY DR. LANCER:

Ryan Seacrest Distinction is a leading menswear lifestyle brand recognized for celebrating classic and iconic looks with a contemporary eye. Founded in 2014, the Distinction brand delivers premium fabrics, design, detailing and value to men’s tailored clothing and accessories. Masculine signatures, geometric shapes, proportion, texture, pattern, and color, are combined in unexpected ways – timelessness made modern. The Ryan Seacrest Distinction brand offers a range of products including men’s tailored clothing and accessories. The Ryan Seacrest Distinction collection is available exclusively at Macy’s stores nationwide and on macys.com. POLISHED by Dr. LancerTM is a new men’s grooming brand dedicated to helping men live better lives through quality skin care designed by men with high standards for men with high standards. Polished began when two friends, renowned Beverly Hills dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer and long-time patient, the creative entrepreneur and popular TV/radio and host and producer Ryan Seacrest decided to bring to market a high-quality men’s skincare product line, that delivered both results and value. There’s nothing standard about POLISHED; for more information and introductory offers, visit www.polishedbydrlancer.com or follow us on @PolishedforMen on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.

 

Beauty /

Frosted Lips: A Hot Winter Trend FROM MEHRON MAKEUP

A frosted lip is a fabulous way to add shimmer to your look. A subtle frost can bring out the natural color of your lips or add dimension to an underlying lip color. And a full-on frosted, aka metallic, lip definitely makes a statement.

With Metallic Powder created by the iconic beauty brand, Mehron, you have the option of a subtle or bold shimmer. And with its six color shades – Gold, Silver, Bronze, Copper, Rose Gold, and Lavender – there is a range of hues to choose from. Follow these tips to create your own frosted lip color with this versatile, ultra-fine makeup.

How To: Frosted Lips

 

  1. To create a subtle, shiny frost, use your finger to pat some Mehron Metallic Powder ($10.88, Amazon.com) onto your lips. Apply Mehron Glosstone Pro in Crystal Clear ($11.95, Mehron.com), then rub the lips together to blend.
  2. For a deeper frost, combine Mehron Metallic Powder ($10.88, Amazon.com) with Mehron Glosstone Pro in Crystal Clear ($11.95, Mehron.com) then apply to the lips using a brush.
  3. Layer Mehron Metallic Powder ($10.88, Amazon.com) on top of Mehron L.I.P Color Cream ($7.95, Mehron.com) to achieve a frosted, metallic effect.
  4. For bold impact, mix Mehron Metallic Powder ($10.88, Amazon.com) with Mehron Mixing Liquid ($13.03, Amazon.com) and apply with a brush.

 

 

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Mehron Metallic Powder ($10.88, Amazon.com)

Mehron Glosstone Pro in Crystal Clear ($11.95, Mehron.com)

Mehron L.I.P Color Cream ($7.95, Mehron.com)

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FLU RECOVERY FACIAL CREATED BY CELEBRITY ESTHETICIAN: THAI MORRISON

This season, flu has been rampant causing mass illness across 49 of the 50 U.S. states. Hundreds of deaths have been attributed to flu so far and many say the flu season hasn’t even peaked.

Flu causes major symptoms, like fever, chills and body aches and extreme fatigue that has most sufferers in the bed for five to seven days. Flu often leaves the havoc it’s wreaked “written all over your face” with darkness under your eyes, pale skin and sometimes facial swelling. While the bounce back process from flu is often slow, celebrity esthetician, Thai Morrison, has created a flu recovery facial that can help clients as they return to work and other normal activities.

The facial aims to reduce the darkness and puffiness under the eyes and restore moisture to dehydrated skin. The facial can be done in-house by Morrison or the products for the at-home facial can be ordered from the spa. The facial consists of an oil wash for hydration, like the Flower Power Oil Wash by Kanvas Skin Care; a cleansing scrub to exfoliated the dead skin cells like Polished by Kanvas md; a healing water like Avené­­­­­­ Thermal Spring Water to calm and soothe the skin; a hydrating mask like Glow Mask by Kanvas Skin Care to reduce facial puffiness and moisturize the skin and an eye treatment, like Plump Gold eye pads by Kanvas md to diminish dark circles and undereye puffiness. Morrison, who Is widely known as the “healthy skin care expert” developed the flu recovery facial after contracting the flu herself and is on a mission to help others as they recover from the flu.

“I was down with the flu for almost a week and I wasn’t looking or feeling my best,” said Morrison. “I started treating my skin aggressively with the flu recovery facial I developed and was able to return to work with revived, glowing skin.”

About Thai Morrison:

Thai Morrison is the founder and co-owner of Koffee Day Spa, a full-service day spa and med spa located in Dallas, Texas and Kanvas and Kanvas md skincare lines. Koffee Day Spa is known for offering affordable luxury through its line of celebrity service offerings, including its customized celebrity facial and celebrity massage. Koffee Day Spa is located in Dallas, Texas, and has received numerous awards and accolades, including a 2017 “People Love Us” Award from Yelp, 2016 Top 10 Day Spas in Dallas by Dallas City Voter and 10 Best Day Spas in Dallas by USA Today. Kanvas Skin Care Line provides high-quality products for all skin types at an affordable price and Kanvas md is the medical grade line created to treat specific skin conditions. Kanvas and Kanvas md are esthetician formulated products. From oily-to dry skin, fine lines and wrinkles, to age spots and hyperpigmentation, Kanvas and Kanvas md have the products to treat it.

 

Beauty /

Valentine’s Day with Sally Hansen and Rimmel London

Score an extra day of wear and up to 33% more chip resistance, all while adding the final touch to your ensemble in an instant
Why involve multiple bottles when a lightning-speed mani is at your fingertips? Sally Hansen Insta-Dri® Nail Color’s newly upgraded 3-in-1 formula with built-in base and top coat offers shiny, extended wear in a single step. The new Insta-Dri is housed in an updated bottle adorned with a gorgeous new logo and comes complete with color-matched caps for a modern, sleek feel and easy shade navigation. The revamped formula delivers an extra day of wear and chip resistance, so you can take that nail look to go- anywhere, anytime. With up to 33% longer wear and chip resistance, up to or almost 3x as many consumers preferred the new formula versus the former. Get ready on the go with Insta-Dri’s brush that covers in one stroke. One stroke, one coat, and you’re done!
Shades showed below: Watermelon Wizz, ASAP Apple, Peppy Le Fuchsia, Rapid Red
RIMMEL LONDON STAY MATTE LIQUID LIP COLOUR ($5.79)
Get ready for a bold, matte lip-look that stays on. Rimmel London introduces Stay Matte Liquid Lip Colour, a new liquid lipstick with high-intensity color, a velvety matte finish and a long-lasting, comfortable wear.
Shades showed below in Heartbeat and Firestarter
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Event Recap: Ann Taylor | Summer 2018 Presentation Recap

Ann Taylor presented the Summer 2018 Collection in the Terrace Suite at the 11 Howard Hotel in New York City.

Inspired by the Amalfi Coast and Italian villas, the collection boasts feminine ruffles and embroidery details as well as garden greens and lush florals. The Ann Taylor Summer 2018 Collection arrives in stores this May.

 

 

 

Birmingham /

Discover Cultural Delights in Montgomery: Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Museum of Fine Arts, Montgomery Ballet, and More

Montgomery is making a name for itself as one of the cultural capitals of the South. Known for its Southern hospitality and its revitalized downtown, this riverfront capital city was the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement and has established itself as a landmark Deep South destination with much to offer in the field of arts and culture. Headlined by the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, one of the top Shakespeare festivals in the country, Montgomery presents a wide variety of high-quality cultural opportunities.

 “The wealth of cultural pursuits in our city continues to grow,” shares Vice President of Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce Dawn Hathcock. “From professional theatrical productions to world-class art collections and an accomplished local symphony, to an adventurous art collective, there is always something to do for those seeking arts and culture. Visitors who come to Montgomery for the Civil Rights monuments and museums are often delighted by our world-class cultural institutions.”

  • Alabama Shakespeare Festival, a fully professional regional theatre that produces around ten productions each season. Although productions of Shakespeare are at the artistic core of the company, the company also produces Broadway musicals, children’s productions, American classics and world premieres among their annual offerings. For more information, go to https://asf.net/
  • Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts, featuring several world-class art collections, the permanent collection of this museum includes 19th and 20th-century American paintings and sculpture, Southern regional art, Old Master prints, and decorative art including works by Hopper, Wyeth, and Dürer. For more information, go to http://mmfa.org/
  • Montgomery Ballet, the only professional ballet company in Montgomery, and one of only three in the state of Alabama, the Montgomery Ballet provides a full season of moving ballet performances. Yearly performances of The Nutcrackerare complimented by other crowd favorites. The Montgomery Ballet School offers a full course of classical ballet education, along with classes in jazz, modern, tap and hip-hop.
  • Museum of Alabama, Interactive exhibits highlight this downtown museum which showcases the history of Alabama, from prehistoric times to the present day. The Museum is located at the Alabama Department of Archives and History (ADAH), the nation’s oldest state-funded, independent archival and historical agency. For more information, go to http://www.museum.alabama.gov/
  • Alabama Dance Theatre,an award-winning regional ballet company with an eclectic repertoire that includes 19thcentury classics as well as new modern and contemporary works. In addition to its public performances, Alabama Dance Theatre hosts a number of educational activities in the community which serve to enhance the cultural life of Montgomery.  For more information, go to http://www.alabamadancetheatre.com/
  • Montgomery Symphony Orchestra, for over 40 years, the Montgomery Symphony Orchestra has played a key role in Montgomery’s artistic community. Performing the great orchestral works, the orchestra has a full calendar of shows geared towards both classical music fans and families looking for a fun evening out. The Broadway Under the Stars Pops Concert is a yearly favorite. For more information, go to http://www.montgomerysymphony.org
  • Foreword South, Foreword South uses an original storytelling system to showcase the Southern identity. Seeking to be inclusive they aim to increase the visibility of Southern visionaries, activists, designers, artists, and change-makers. Foreword South engages consumers on all levels, from social media, long-form narratives, to live events that showcase the diversity of the region. For more information, go to https://www.theforewordsouth.com/
  • 21 Dreams Arts & Culture Collective, provides one of the key resources for artists and art enthusiasts in Montgomery. The collective influences the growth and the value of the arts in Montgomery through public engagement and creative programming ensuring accessibility for all. Each year during National Arts and Humanities Month, the group hosts “Flight of Arts”, a four-day weekend festival of workshops and exhibitions for digital, visual, performing, literary, and culinary arts held in venues around downtown Montgomery. For more information, go to http://21dreamsmgm.org/
  • The Cloverdale Playhouse, a community-based, volunteer-driven performing arts center in Montgomery, Alabama. The Playhouse is dedicated to presenting entertaining, challenging, and innovative theatrical productions, as well as special performances, music series, and educational programs. For more information, go to http://www.cloverdaleplayhouse.org

For more information on Montgomery, go to http://visitingmontgomery.com/

About Montgomery

Situated on the banks of the Alabama River, Montgomery is the capital and the second largest city in the state of Alabama. Established in 1819, Montgomery has been the site of major historic events which have shaped the history of the United States. Emerging from its agricultural roots in the 19th century, Montgomery transformed from the Cradle of the Confederacy to the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement in less than a century. Today, this vibrant river town is experiencing a resurgence which has seen its downtown revitalized and has reestablished itself as a landmark Deep South destination.  Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) offers non-stop flights on Delta Airlines and American Airlines. For more information, call 334-261-1100 or visit the official website of the Montgomery Convention and Visitor Bureau at http://www.visitingmontgomery.com.  Stay connected with Montgomery on Twitter (@MGMCapitalCool) and Facebook http://www.facebook.com/MontgomeryCapitalCool).

 

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Valentine’s Day Beauty + Fashion Essentials – No Matter You Have Planned

On February 14th one might find themselves at a romantic dinner with their partner, working a double shift with their co-workers or stocking up on Trader Joe’s wine for a fun Galentine’s Day! See below for a V-day inspired roundup of products – starting from your skincare regime, your make-up routine, your outfit and through your meal – guaranteed to help you look and feel your best this Valentine’s Day, no matter what you have planned!

–          Pre-game Pampering – Nerium International Prolistic Skin-Balancing Probiotic Lotion ($60, Nerium.com) – With Nerium’s exclusive ProRenew Plus, a proprietary prebiotic and probiotic blend, this lotion helps the skin maintain a healthy microbiome via a probiotic lysate, a form of probiotic that triggers the probiotic response in skin. This formula works to enhance the skin’s natural renewal process resulting in healthy-looking and feeling skin.

–          Finishing Touch – Clove + Hallow Lip Crème ($20, www.cloveandhallow.com) – Formulated with a combination of natural and organic jojoba, castor and sunflower oils, our PETA-certified cruelty-free and vegan soothing Lip Crème delivers bold color with nourishing hydration in 9 satiny shades.

–          Find the Perfect Outfit – Romance is in the air this February 14th and Ann Taylor can help you find the perfect outfit for your perfect date night. This Valentine’s Day, stick with the classics and opt for simple and refined styles with flirty detailing, streamlined silhouettes, and Cupid-friendly hues from Ann Taylor’s new Spring 2018 collection.

–          Avoid Overindulging – Introducing you to the perfect little Valentine’s Day essential to help you enjoy Valentine’s Day without overindulging – Sweet Defeat, a mint-flavored lozenge, with all-natural ingredients that reduces sugar cravings in seconds. Lasting up to one hour, Sweet Defeat is that extra boost of willpower when confronted with a serious sugar craving. As we’re bombarded with heart-shaped chocolates and candies on V-Day, Sweet Defeat’s individually wrapped packets are easily kept in your purse, gym bag or work drawer. ($26.95 for a 20ct. box)

Lifestyle Tips /

Lifestyle Alert: Building Your Knowledge for Better Results and Personal Growth

As much as you might think you know, you can always, always know more. The opportunities out there in the modern world are more available than ever and if you want to move towards improvement in your career, life, or even your style then seeking out these opportunities has never been easier.

Building your knowledge in all aspects of life is essential for continuing personal growth as well as expanding your options should you ever feel like moving on from your current career. Furthermore, you will open your eyes to different experiences and have the chance to share this knowledge with the world and become a valuable asset for any business, friend, or organization.

KEEP ON LEARNING

It’s never too late to go back to school. If you want to build on your existing knowledge or even learn something completely different, then the opportunity is out there, you’ve just got to know what you want to do.

As the world evolves, the lines between different industries are becoming ever more blurred, so it doesn’t matter if you don’t believe you have the knack or experience in a specific sector, as most will overlap now, anyway. As an example, researching options for lean manufacturing education can help even if you aren’t interested in manufacturing. It can still pay dividends for consulting as well as help build experience in general business if you are feeling the itch to start your own company.

SEEK OUT ADVICE

Of course, you don’t need to go back to school. Seeking out advice from someone who has the expertise you are chasing will help immeasurably towards improving your knowledge and inspiring you for a fraction of the educational cost.

Working with an expert in fields such as fashion, design, blogging, and more will introduce you to the intricacies of the business and let you peek behind the curtain. This will provide you with essential knowledge and help you decide what next step is right for you. In addition to this, you will be able to build a relationship with said person and rely on them for advice for the rest of your career and perhaps even end up collaborating with them.

ATTEND, NETWORK, MEET

Keeping up with the trends of the world can often seem overwhelming at best to downright intimidating at worst. Some people dread to attend events and talk with new people, but this is essential for building a substantial network of like-minded people who are looking to succeed.

This is because ambition is naturally infectious. You will also become privy to upcoming trends and styles and allow you to be a step ahead of the rest when considering how to approach your next project. Establishing a plethora of connections is also vital to assist in the promotion of your brand and will aid in building your reputation in your industry.

RESULT

While you won’t see the results you might desire immediately, getting your foot in the door and exploring opportunities that you may have previously neglected is essential to discovering what is best for you. Furthermore, it will help you build your portfolio as a designer, a blogger, or a business owner.

Diving head first into something new is scary, but sticking to your comfort zone can be even more terrifying. Instead of getting stuck in a rut, roll on forward and grasp these opportunities by the collar.

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Galentine’s Day Favorites from Victoria’s Secret Pink & Heidi Klum Intimates

I wanted to share Valentine’s Day/Galentine’s Day from Victoria’s Secret PINK and Heidi Klum Intimates!

 

Beauty /

Be The Best Version of You: Embrace Your Natural Beauty

It’s not easy being a woman. We’re bombarded with photoshopped images of beautiful models, we have strict beauty standards forced upon us and most of us receive criticism throughout our lives for one feature or another on our face or body. But it doesn’t have to be this way, instead of comparing ourselves to others it makes sense that we should embrace our own natural beauty. Accentuate our best features, look and feel our best in a way that’s true to us. Here are just a few of the ways you can go about doing that.

Photo from People Style.com

Choose a Hairstyle and Color That Works For You

By the time most of us reach our twenties, we’ve dyed our hair every color under the sun. You might have spent some time bleach blonde, jet black, bright red or any other weird and wonderful shade of the rainbow. But to embrace your natural beauty, why not go back to your roots? If you have natural auburn hair, why not make the most of this stunning rare color and show it off! If you’re beachy blonde, ditch the dark dyes and if you’re naturally darker than give up the bleaches. If you have grey hair, don’t feel as though you need to change it- the silver color can look beautiful. Toners can help to keep it the best shade of grey it can be without permanent damaging colors being added. Sticking with your natural shade will save you time and money, you won’t have to keep running to the hairdresser or using box dyes to cover your roots. Your hair will be in good condition where you won’t be constantly dying it, and when it comes down to it- your natural hair color is what will suit you best. It will complement both your eyes and skin tone and will make you feel like ‘you’- especially if you’ve been coloring for a while.

Stick To a Good Skincare Routine

These days there are all kinds of ‘lunch hour procedures’ that can keep you young from lip injections to fillers to Botox. They’re not too expensive and the recovery time is minimal, however, prevention is better than cure. If you treat your skin well you will reduce the signs of aging and naturally stay looking younger for longer. You should use SPF every day, even in winter as the sun’s UV rays are damaging all year round. Eat a healthy diet, drink plenty of water and avoid damaging habits such as smoking, excessively drinking or taking drugs. Look after your body as a whole, and your skin is one place you will really reap the rewards. If you do feel as though you want a procedure or a little nip/ tuck to rewind the years however then go for it. When it comes to surgery, have the aim in mind that you should look like the best version of yourself, not someone completely different!

Work on Your Physique

A strong and supple body is, of course, practical- it allows you to live your life without feeling easily fatigued and you feel fit and healthy. But maintaining a healthy weight and having toned muscles also looks good too, and can give you a huge confidence boost. If you’re overweight, shedding some pounds will be useful for both your health and your self-esteem. You could join a dieting group for support, and join a gym along with a friend or partner for motivation. Alternatively, you could find an activity you enjoy, whether it’s swimming, yoga, a dance class, a sport or just hiking with the dog and family. Aim to get to a BMI that’s healthy for you (there are lots of calculators to show you this online) and you will look how you are supposed to look and feel great too. You’ll slash your risk of all kinds of health issues that can come from weighing too much or too little. Healthy eating and exercise don’t have to be a chore, there are tones of delicious dishes out there and lots of fun activities to get you up and moving. Don’t see it as a diet, instead see it as a lifestyle change in pursuit of becoming your best self.

You don’t have to conform to unrealistic beauty standards, instead just work on making the best of yourself and highlighting your natural beauty. When you feel good on the outside it does affect the way you feel on the inside- plus many things that improve the way you look will also improve your health.

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