Style [+] Life [+] Fashion by [@kwest1908]
Enjoy America’s favorite pastime in style from Ann Taylor with crisp and simple separates that you can pair with your team’s jersey, t-shirt or cap.
Make getting dressed for the ballgame the easiest part of your day so you can enjoy the game looking relaxed and spirited.
There’s something about the photos (below) that made me excited about dressing for warmer weather! It’s time to transition out of faux fur and into those maxi dresses! I like South Moon Under because their brand truly epitomizes my individual style. Their clothing’s on trend, laid back, but most importantly, it’s well-made.
Yes, the prices are a bit different from other retailers but I am the type of girl who will wear a maxi dress several times before donating. My favorite dress should not start ripping at the seams or (even worse) the zipper breaking. The store also has “cool kids” accessories such as Kate Spade Sunglasses, Flash Tattoos, Beauty Blender Sponge, and Spanx Panties.
I like to wear fedora hats, jumpsuits, hoop earrings, and denim skirts. Dressing for me is about what I want to communicate during that particular time. My body frame is petite (short girl) and due to this you will rarely see me wear flared pants or dolman sleeve tops. Having great style is about wearing what makes you feel comfortable and understanding what works for your figure type.
Enjoy the coupon below (click on the photo) and start updating your Spring wardrobe today!
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WHAT: Sparkling Ice®, part of the Talking Rain® Beverage Company portfolio, announced a new packaging design for its great tasting, zero calorie, Sparkling Ice Tea product line, which now includes Lemon Tea, Raspberry Tea, Peach Tea and new Half & Half flavors.
The introduction of the Sparkling Ice Tea collection in early 2015 provided the brand with a new opportunity to expand on-shelf presence at retailers nationwide by offering a variety of products in assorted categories to meet a wide-range of consumer demands. The new packaging features bold colors and bright fonts designed to reflect each of the Sparkling Ice Tea flavors and refreshing characteristics.
As part of the new design debut, Sparkling Ice will also merge its current Sparkling Ice Lemonade with Tea product into the tea collection, renaming the flavor “Sparkling Ice Tea Half & Half.” Half & Half has the same great taste that consumers have come to love, and makes the perfect addition to Sparkling Ice Tea’s line of refreshing pick-me-ups that deliver just the right amount of fizz.
The full Sparkling Ice Teas collection now includes, Raspberry Tea, Lemon Tea, Peach Tea, and Half & Half flavors.
WHEN: April 5th, 2016
WHY: As the leaders in the sparkling water category, Sparkling Ice continuously seeks out new opportunities to meet the demands of our dedicated customers. Through the redesign and expansion of its Ice Tea collection, Sparkling Ice is responding directly to consumers searching for healthier beverage options.
WHERE: The new teas packaging is currently available in select retail outlets across the country via single serve bottles. For more information about Sparkling Ice products and flavors, please visit www.SparklingIce.com and www.facebook.com/SparklingICE.
About Sparkling Ice Beverages:
Sparkling Ice beverages combine sparkling water, natural flavors, fruit juice, vitamins and antioxidants to offer a great tasting lightly carbonated beverage, all without the calories. Sparkling Ice is the Bold Side of Water, offering a bold, flavored, lightly-carbonated beverage that appeals to all age groups. Available in eleven refreshing flavors: Black Raspberry, Orange Mango, Pink Grapefruit, Kiwi Strawberry, Coconut Pineapple, Pomegranate Blueberry, Peach Nectarine, Lemon Lime, Crisp Apple, Cherry Limeade, Strawberry Watermelon and new in 2016 Black Cherry. Sparkling Ice Lemonades, launched in 2013, are available in three refreshing flavors: Classic Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade and Peach Lemonade. Sparkling Ice Teas launched nationally in 2015 and include Peach Tea, Raspberry Tea, Lemon Tea and Half & Half flavors. SPARKLING ICE can be found in retailers nationwide. Sparkling Ice is part of the Talking Rain family of beverages, and retails for $1.19-$1.29. To locate Sparkling Ice, visit www.sparklingice.com/locate/.
Review –
Truthfully, we consume too many beverages that are not healthy. Our selections are either loaded with sugar, sodium, acid, or caffeine. In a previous life (teaching Nutrition and Foods) I learned that anything your body craves is considered a deficit. This means your body has a lack of the proper vitamins or minerals.
Sparkling Ice is a great substitute from our normal unhealthy beverages because it’s caffeine free, gluten-free, and zero calories. To make this beverage more appealing, it comes in a variety of flavors!
My first connection with the product was actually through my husband. He tested one for me (smile) and said, “Kim this tastes really good!” From that point, I have started to sip Sparkling Ice as a soda substitute. My favorite flavor is the Raspberry Tea.
Take my advice and try Sparkling Ice Tea to get on track with your dietary needs!
Stop by Nordstrom Montgomery Mall during their Beauty Trend Week for an exclusive Wildfox Fragrance Event! Take a walk on the wild side by dropping by the Wildfox counter to experience a scent journey that’ll leave you feeling dreamy. For an added bonus, layer Wildfox body crème frosting plus a spritz of Wildfox juice. See complete details below:
Nordstrom Montgomery Mall
Saturday, April 16th – 10am-9pm
7111 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817
(301) 365-4111
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Handbags in the City is the ultimate fashion and luxury lifestyle destination in the Baltimore City area. The accessories boutique takes pride in extraordinary sales, unique styles, and excellent customer service.
Carrying some of the world’s most popular designers; the accessories boutique has everything from handbags, clothing, jewelry, luggage, and eyewear.
I have always been a fan of the luxury brand, visiting their Instagram account for new merchandise. The boutique itself is a beautiful site and the perfect shopping destination if you’re ever visiting downtown Baltimore. Let them know that Style + Life + Fashion sent you.
It’s great to have a trendy bag but you can’t beat the quality (and longevity) of a well-made purse. Visit Handbags in The City, you won’t be disappointed!
Quick Fact: Handbags in The City also completes phone orders and will ship to anywhere in the U.S. Customers have to pay the shipping fee, but will exclude tax.
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It’s been a while since I’ve indulged in a good spa service. Life can get very busy and we often forget to take time out for ourselves!
Luckily, we can (all) visit the spa and still splurge on a new pair of pumps. Spa Week is a great time to check out local wellness or beauty centers. Anyone can sign up on the website and find discounted treatments. A few of the $50 services include Eucalyptus Mint Massage, Cat-Eye Lash Extensions, Aloe Vera Jelly Pedicure, or Chemical Peel Treatment.
I was invited to visit Lotus Bliss Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center. The service I received was the Custom Lotus Bliss Massage.
Prior to starting my treatment, the owner (Nicole Stokes) shared a few facts:
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My massage started with selecting a few essentials oils, depending on my personal preference. I made the selection based on relaxation. From there, I was able to smell the aroma while Nicole created a special lotion. My treatment also included a stimulating face massage (infused with essential oils.) The steam instantly relaxed my facial muscles and allowed for easier breathing.
Nicole also shared information about the Chronic Pain and Lymphatic Massage. This particular treatment is encouraged (or suggested after doctor recommendation) for those suffering with specific illnesses such as fibromyalgia.
The experience of visiting Lotus Bliss Therapeutic Massage and Wellness Center was truly an educational session. I learned a lot about aromatherapy and the health benefits associated with receiving a massage. The center also sales products to their customers that will enhance their body treatment at home such as bath salts, essential oils, or massage balls.
Visit their website to learn more and book an appointment.
Shoppers seeking the latest in fashionable footwear for men and women and treasured women’s apparel will soon have two new options to choose from at Arundel Mills with the scheduled spring openings of shoe retailer G.H Bass & Co (Spring 2016) and women’s fashion outlet Francesca’s Collection (Spring 2016).
“G.H Bass & Co and Francesca’s Collection are two wonderful additions to our mall,” said Gene Condon, general manager at Arundel Mills. “Both brands emphasize what shoppers want; the latest trends for less. In line with our own mission to offer the best selection at a discounted price, we couldn’t be more excited to welcome these two great companies to our mall.”
For those seeking the highest quality footwear at the lowest discounted prices, G.H Bass & Co will be the place to shop when it opens at Arundel Mills in the spring of 2016. Founded in 1876 in Wilton, Maine, G.H. Bass Co. has continued to live up to the mission of its founder of “mak[ing] the best possible shoe for the purpose in which it will be used.” The store will offer quality and affordable shoes for the whole family and will be located in Neighborhood 3 near H&M.
Those who seek luxurious style will enjoy the addition of Francesca’s, one of the fastest-growing women’s fashion retailers in the country. Since its founding in 1999, Francesca’s boutique stores have offered women a bevy of unique handpicked apparel, jewelry, bags, shoes, accessories and home goods. The store will be located in Neighborhood 4 near Teavana.
G.H Bass & Co and Francesca’s joins Steve Madden, Cole Haan, and Yankee Candle, as the newest additions to Arundel Mills– Maryland’s largest outlet and value retail shopping destination.
Let’s have a realistic conversation about our hair and color system. Personally, I am not 18 years old and have perfectly colored roots. Over the last few years I have noticed a few strands that are not pleasing to the eye (smile.) We can’t turn back the hands of time but we can definitely select a product that will benefit our beauty routine.
After reading Instyle Magazine I discovered that Loreal had a new product to help with this unsightly problem. The Loreal Root Coverup is said to cover up your roots in exactly 3 minutes. It’s a temporary gray concealer and perfect for in-between salon visits.
The product comes in six different shades and it’s for all hair types. It’s also stated to be lightweight, smudge proof, and peroxide free. I’m looking forward to testing the product on my hair to hide a few discolored strands!
Easter can be an exciting holiday for everyone. It’s the ultimate symbol of the Spring season and a time of rebirth. Although celebrating Easter can be a lot of fun, preparation for this joyous holiday can also be overwhelming!
As a new mom (many years ago) I wanted to attack the holiday from all angles. My eagerness stemmed from the excitement of having my very own children. Over the years, I’ve learned to focus on what really matters. The small details will come together once you concentrate on the priority of the day.
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Some of my favorite Easter traditions include Sunday morning worship, egg hunt, brunch, and spring photos. What are some of your favorite Easter traditions, share them with us here?
Alabama Gulf Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau, known across the country as Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism (www.orangebeach.com), has signed as the 2016 title sponsor of the World Food Championships (www.WorldFoodChampionships.com), making Orange Beach, Alabama the Official Host Site of this year’s ultimate food fight.
The arrangement ensures the Gulf Shores & Orange Beach area capitalizes on the energy, excitement and economic impact of an anticipated 1,200 chefs, home cooks and competition teams who will compete for World Food Championships’ $350,000 prize purse and its industry-leading $100,000 grand prize.
The event, which last year attracted competitors from 45 states and 17 countries, will take place Nov. 9-15 at The Wharf (www.alwharf.com), a resort destination with a full-service marina, retail, dining and entertainment options anchored by a multi-use event center and a 10,000-seat amphitheater.
“Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism and our Sports Commission are excited to step into the arena of competitive food sport with the World Food Championships coming to our beach destination,” says Vice President of Sales Beth Gendler. “Sports has truly diversified our destination, and this event helps us diversify even further.
“One of the focuses of the sports commission is to build shoulder season business, and the World Food Championships will be a very impactful event in both room nights and number of people visiting our community during the fall shoulder season,” Gendler said. “It is our pleasure to welcome these national and international food competitors to the Alabama Gulf Coast this November.”
All told, World Food Championships is expected to bring an estimated $2 million in direct local spending as it draws thousands of foodies and Food Sport enthusiasts to the Alabama Gulf coast, elevating hotel and vacation rental bookings, restaurant spending and other community revenue metrics that come with such signature events.
The deal also connects Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism with World Food Championships’ universe of marketing assets, including national media exposure which eclipsed 794 million impressions last year, as reported by independent media monitoring service BurrellesLuce.
The World Food Championships has experienced rapid growth since its creation in 2012 as the richest and largest Food Sport competition in the world. From a 30% annualized growth in competitors, to its second TV series scheduled to air summer 2016 on Destination America, the WFC has evolved into a year-long quest for thousands of competitors and foodies, as well as a marketing platform for innovative companies.
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism welcomes more than 5.7 million individuals to the Alabama Gulf Coast each year for family reunions, vacations, meetings and sporting events. Marked by its sugar-white sand beaches, deep-sea fishing and countless family attractions, the Orange Beach and Gulf Shores area is one of the world’s leading beach destinations, annually attracting more than 5 million visitors. Centrally located along the Gulf Coast, and a short drive from airports in Pensacola, Fla. and Mobile, Ala., Orange Beach’s lodging properties are ideal for beach-side access or inland retreats that are both convenient and affordable. A spectrum of local dining, upscale shopping, fishing, golf, nature and adventure-based excursions also contribute to a spectacular vacation, holiday or leisure experience.
The bulk of these Orange Beach-based food fights will occur in Kenmore Kitchen Arena, the largest outdoor kitchen in the world, measuring a full city block at 7,800-square feet. The competition space features $250,000 worth of Kenmore branded stoves, cooktops, countertops and cookware – enough for 50 chefs to cook simultaneously. An additional $100,000 worth of professional grills from Bull Outdoor Products affords open-flame grilling.
To learn more about the WFC and its qualifying events, tournament-style process or consumer experiences, visit www.worldfoodchampionships.com.
To learn more about Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, visit www.orangebeach.com
To learn more about The Wharf, visit www.alwharf.com.
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About the World Food Championships:
The World Food Championships (www.WorldFoodChampionships.com) features hundreds of competitors seeking food fame and fortune. The fifth annual event, scheduled for Nov. 9-15, 2016 at The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama, invites the champions from the biggest and best food competitions around the world into a single highstakes culinary showdown for hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and prizes. Follow World Food Championships on Twitter (@WorldFoodChamp), and Facebook and Instagram (@WorldFoodChampionships).
About Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism:
Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism serves as the official destination marketing organization for the cities of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach in addition to the unincorporated area of Fort Morgan. To learn more about the whole different state of discovery on Alabama’s 32 miles of white-sand beaches, visit either www.GulfShores.com or www.OrangeBeach.com. This convention and visitors bureau is an accredited Destination Marketing Organization (2012-2016). Follow Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism on Twitter (@AlabamaBeaches), Instagram (@GulfShoresOrangeBeach) and Facebook (@AlabamaGulfCoast).