Category: Summer 2016

Beauty /

Labor Day Beauty Sales and Products

Below, see beauty products for Labor Day Sales from jane iredale, Uni K Wax and Borghese

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This week jane iredale is doing a 15% savings offer on all shades of PureMoist Lipsticks including their new shade from the Fall ‘16 collection, Cindy. The promotion code is LIPSTICK; valid August 29 – September 4, while supplies last. The online retailer link is janeiredale.com.

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Uni K Wax Centers

 

Uni K Wax Centers throughout New York and Florida are offering 20% off any service Monday & Tuesdays – to new and current customers, all day long!

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Borghese is offering 5% off of the Superiore State-of-the-Art Mascara on the site Borghese.com from August 29ththrough Labor Day weekend.

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Lifestyle Tips /

Powerhouse Wellness Weekend – Beverly Hills Four Seasons Hotel

Why pick a retreat with just one expert when you can have four? The exclusive wellness weekend Sept 22 to 25 at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills brings together Nikki Sharp, Kino MacGregor, Dr. Nigma Talib and Scott Schwenk, along with special guest speakers, for a life-changing transformational weekend.

The retreat is limited in size to allow all participants one-on-one time with each practitioner, and the opportunity to customize the experience to their personal needs. Additionally, the group will be treated to helipad yoga, meditation and breath work, intention and goal setting, and healthy dinners with featured guest speakers.

The iconic Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles, a long-time favorite of A-listers, is the perfect setting for this special retreat. Guests will enjoy luxurious rooms featuring private balconies overlooking Beverly Hills or the Hollywood Hills.

The program includes 4-days/3 night’s accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, shuttle service to and from the airport, all taxes and gratuities, and a daily gift bag. An Early Bird Promotion is available until August 20th for 3,376/double occupancy and $4,006/single occupancy. The retreat does not include airfare, but flights can be booked through Retreats Unlimited.

Beauty /

Zoya Nude Nail Polish Collection

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Wearing a shade of nude or neutral nail polish is considered to be the latest beauty trend. Nude shades are very popular because they coordinate with any look.  This particular nail polish hue also accents the hands while giving the appearance of longer nails.

Zoya shared their nude collection earlier today on Instagram.  The gorgeous array of shades will compliment any skin tone.

Visit their site to purchase and learn instructions for applying Zoya nail polish.

Beauty Tip:  Use a hair dryer directly on the nails for a quick finish!

 

Beauty /

4 Must-Have Beauty Solutions for Vacation Hangovers

Vacation is the main event everyone plans for during the summer. However, no one really prepares themselves for the vacation “hangover” once you’re back in town and reality hits! Not to worry, below I’ve listed some tried and true beauty products from Arbonne, Borghese and Skin Research Labs that can restore even the heaviest of post vacation blues (including acharcoal containing mud mask that works in just 5 minutes).

SKIN STRESS

 

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Depending on where you go, the travel alone can leave skin feeling dry and dull try fango ESSENZIALI Mud Mask in ENERGIZE for an overall skin renewal. Apply on cleansed skin and feel the activated charcoal detoxify skin leaving it radiant and restored. Feel free to wash after 5 minutes, but can be used for up to 20 minutes.

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Other Key Ingredients:

  • Mineral-Rich Mud: Derived from the earth, this powerful ingredient is infused with minerals that work to purify pores, exfoliate and clarify the skin without drying it out.
  • Coffee Seed Oil and Caffeine: Helps stimulate collagen and elastin production to leave the skin feeling toned and healthy.

Paraben-Free | Clinically-Tested | Allergy-Tested

Try the sheet mask version to awaken and exfoliate the skin!

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BODY DETOX

ARBONNE

Since vacation allows you to indulge and set aside healthy habits for a short time, you might feel the need to detox and purify your body. Try a vegan botanical herbal blend like, Arbonne Essential Herbal Detox Tea which helps rid the body of toxins while cleansing the liver and kidneys.

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RESTORE YOUR LASHES

 

SKIN RESEARCH LABS

 

Need a lash boost after going makeup free all week? Use a lash enhancing serum and mascara in one with neuEnvy peptide enhanced mascara. It even works to extend the life and lushness of lash extensions, conditioning and protecting the lashes between trips to the salon.

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Birmingham /

Birmingham Fashion Week 2016 | Event Recap

Birmingham Fashion Week debuted it’s 6th annual runway show on August 25 – 27, 2016 at The Boutwell Auditorium.  Guests in attendance for the event were tastemakers, designers, retailers, and media outlets.

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More Photos on Instagram @kwest1908

DSC_0115Style + Life + Fashion was present on Friday, August 26, 2016 serving as a media outlet for the production.  Guests were greeted by Tara Gray (TV Host and Producer) while welcoming participants to this fashionable event.

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BENJAMIN JAY was the opening designer on August 26, 2016 along with RAILS, BRADFORD BILLINGSLEY and featured designer CHARLES ELLIS SARTORIAL.  

Runway retailers for the show included Gus Mayer and ALCHEMY 213.  In addition, 8 emerging designers and  30 rising design stars were present on this particular night.

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Birmingham Fashion Week 2016 was a great event for fashion enthusiasts. The production showcased genuine talent and artistic value of local Birmingham residents.

Featured designers displayed professional work and runway models exemplified the individual style of each collection.

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Designs from High School Students

With vendor support, upbeat music, and unique designs, Birmingham Fashion Week will continue to be a runway show that’s anticipated (here) in The Magic City!

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Celebrity /

Simone Biles in Sherri Hill – VMAS 2016 Red Carpet Look

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American Gymnast Simone Biles wore a Sherri Hill Design to the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards.  The red beaded dress accented her toned figure and styled with a coordinating clutch/bootie.

The gymnast was also seen on-stage receiving a hug from Beyonce and snapping selfies with Kim Kardashian.

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This look was a red carpet hit due to the effortless cut and style from the Sherri Hill Fall 2016 Collection.

 

Accessories /

Cassie VMAS 2016 Red Carpet Look

Cassie graced the red carpet wearing a hot, new look for the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards. The singer was seen in a Balmain Jacket and Gucci Metallic Leggings. Her accessories for the evening included a Gold Body Chain and Handbag.

The eye-opener was Cassie’s neon hair color; very fitting for the awards show red carpet!

Cassie VMAS 2016
Jacket: Balmain | Pants: Gucci

To re-create this look, fashion girls (and guys) can visit their local ASOS store online.  Simply purchase a Ponte Blazer and Gold Leggings.  Pair this look with a Body Chain and Zip Pouch Handbag. For a more conservative twist, add a Fitted Cami Top underneath the blazer.

Edge Ponte BlazerMango Coated LeggingZip Pouch BagMultirow Body Chain

Don’t forget to accent the hair with Blonde Hairspray, Extensions, or even a Wig. The singer/dancer’s red carpet look was trendy, fun, and inspirational.  Dare to be different!

 

Birmingham /

Jill Scott Concert 2016 – Songstress and Poet

One of my favorite quotes is “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams” by Eleanor Roosevelt.  This quote is significant in terms of goal setting and personal achievement.

Attending a Jill Scott concert was a goal on my personal to-do list.  Jill Scott is a soulful singer and her voice has a variety of range.  As a song-writer, her lyrics go beyond the surface; addressing topics that are realistic to listeners.

I was gifted a set of tickets from my brother (and sister-in-law) to take part in her performance at the Amphitheater located in Tuscaloosa.

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Lace Chiffon Sleeveless Romper purchased from Amazon Prime

Jill Scott’s concert pushed beyond the limits of watching a songstress to viewing a “seasoned” artist/poet.

She gave us relationship advice and shared reflections from her own life. The concert was amazing and I encourage anyone who’s a fan of her music to purchase tickets from ticketmaster.com

 

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Accessories /

Lybethras Brazilian Bikinis for your Labor Day Weekend

With Labor Day steadily approaching, now is the perfect time to figure out what you’re going to pack for the long weekend in the sun! If there is one thing you will need to ready your vacation wardrobe, it is a swimsuit. Luckily, we have Lybethras’ Brazilian Bikinis to help you rock the long weekend. Here are some of our favorite Lybethras swimsuits that double as swimwear and equally chic fall street wear.

Julia Pereira One-piece Bodysuit

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If you like to stay simple and classy, there’s nothing like a great black suit to get you through the Labor Day weekend. With so many dazzling swimwear options, black is perfect for every personal style. This Julia Pereira one-piece bodysuit features a deep neckline, a statement tie up back and fitting silhouettes. It works as a chic poolside piece or layered as a bodysuit for day and night – even during the fall.

Lifestyle Tips /

BELIZE THIS FALL AND FIND LIFE BALANCE

The Osi Mizrahi’s Life in Balance Retreats Unlimited retreat in Placencia, Belize Oct. 25-30th embraces solo travel with no single supplement. Mizrahi brings together Ayurveda, yoga and meditation in her powerhouse Ayurveda Oils and Yoga Retreat.

The retreat is designed to teach participants how to live an Ayurveda lifestyle in order to create a life filled with joy and vibrancy. They’ll learn what their Dosha is and how to optimize it through food, exercise and other self-care practices.

Days will be filled with learning rituals to take home, from morning and evening yoga and meditation to how to use Ayurveda oils to calm the nervous system to promote better skin and hair, less chronic pain and better sleep.

Mizrahi studied with Ayurveda master Dr. Lad at the Ayurvedic Institute and is a certified Kundalini, Hatha, and Anusara Level 500 Yoga instructor and certified Shambhala meditation guide.  She used the practices she teaches to cure herself of 15 years of digestive issues.

The retreat is 5 day/4 nights and includes all meals, shuttle service to and from the airport, all taxes and tips, and a daily gift bag. Early bird pricing runs until September 25, 2016 and is $2344/single occupancy. Airfare is not included, but can be booked through Resorts Unlimited.

The award-winning Robert’s Grove Beach Resort, is a comfortable, beautifully appointed property set amidst 22 acres of tropical, art-filled gardens and sandy beach that offers easy access to all of Belize’s top attractions.