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Baltimore | Birmingham | Atlanta / November 13, 2014

The Still Point Wellness Spa: Girls Spa Night

On Friday, November 14 from 5:00-8:00 p.m., The Still Point’s Clarksville location (12451 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, MD) will host a Girls Night Out event with Red, Howard County’s first organic, biodynamic and sustainable wine, beer and spirits retailer.

The event will feature a complimentary wine tasting, a 20% sale off all TOMA Skin Therapies products, a scarf trunk show by 29 Bridges Studio and seated chair and hand massages, courtesy of The Still Point’s highly trained practitioners.

Guests will also have the exclusive opportunity to book discounted appointments (10% off) at The Still Point’s newest location at Haven On The Lake – opening later this year in downtown, Columbia, MD.

Accessories / November 13, 2014

Boulevard of Chic III – Fashion Truck Rally and Shopping Event Recap

Boulevard of Chic is Baltimore’s fashion truck rally and vendor shopping event. If you have a love for mobile boutiques and unique beauty services this is the event for you!

On Saturday, November 8th Boulevard of Chic hosted BOC III at Pierce Park located in downtown Baltimore. Vendors that were present included: Side Dish Mobile, Charm City Mobile, Celebrity Mobile Boutique, and The Pink Armoire. I was excited to see the merchandise and meet the boutique owners because this was my first mobile boutique shopping experience.

The event also provided refreshments for guest and delicious cupcakes from Just Good Food, LLC. I enjoyed eating the Banana Split & Snicker Doodle flavor.

And of course I couldn’t leave without buying a few items from Side Dish Mobile. Many thanks to Boulevard of Chic for inviting me as one of their VIP Bloggers and see you next time!

Click on the link to visit Boulevard of Chic.com

Beauty / November 12, 2014

Delaina Dixon of VH1’s The Gossip Table Hosted B. Pretty Lashes Launch

Manhattan, New York got an extra blast of Pretty on November 4th, as the B. Pretty 100% Human Hair Lashes Launch enthralled patrons at the Ball NY Dance Studio. Organizer, Celebrity Designer Bianca Williams of B. Pretty Inc, said the launch, that featured three different versions of her Human Hair Lashes , completely sold out of her Vai Vai Voom and Invisible Eyelashes. The audience, excited to hear that they could throw B. Pretty Lash Parties, quickly signed up to be apart of this great brand, which helped to make the event a big success. We had so much fun!”

The event, which was hosted by Delaina Dixon, On Air Host of VH1’s The Gossip Table, started with a introduction of the liquor sponsor for the evening “Kamoni Ice“. As the event went on, there was a Q&A about the products and then a demonstration of the simple lash application process by Celebrity MUA “Sheri Pierre“. Other noticeable in attendance was The Creator of Full Figured Fashion Week/Style Guru “Gwen DeVoe“, Celebrity Fitness Instructor “Charity Lynette“, Fashion Icon/presenter of Runway The Real Way “Catherine Schuller“, CEO’s of Be-Entwined Natural Hair Care Alice Weise-Goode & Allyson Neal Springett, Actress Shneidine Chery and Plus Model/Humanitarian Vanessa Bracetti. UCB trained comedian Kymmi Tea, was on hand to give the crowd a few laughs and did not disappoint. The established PR firm MNS Media worked the media on hand and facilitated the flow of crowd and interviews throughout the evening.

Bianca Williams spoke to the crowd on hand about beginning her career as a entrepreneur with plus-size ensembles, and the feeling of being featured in the national publication Hip Hop Weekly (3x), Swagher Magazine and Full Blossom Magazine as one to watch. Bianca mentioned, she recently evolved into eyelashes to bring out the natural ocular beauty of the wearer in a product that is comfortable, even with extended wear. “I wanted to preserve that natural look,” says the designer, “while keeping it comfortable all day long.”

Bianca Williams recently released her Curvy Bride Collection, at her own Nuptials on September 27th, 2014. The designer plans to continue to promote the B. Pretty Clothing brand, while also releasing a new line of Siberian Mink Lashes, in the near future. Building her brand and throwing Lash parties all across the East Coast, is the next level for this designer who has been spotted with the likes of comedienne, actress, author and talk show host Whoopi Goldberg, CEO of multi-media entertainment company Monami Mona Scott Young, Bravo’s Fashion Queens star Derek J, VH1’s Love & Hip Hop star Tahiry Jose, VH1’s Mob Wives Ramona Rizzo, Hip Hop Legend Roxanne Shante and more. With such company and a serious work ethic, the sky’s the limit for this talented young lady.

CEO of B. Pretty Lashes Bianca Williams applies lashes to Delaina Dixon, On Air Host of VH1’s The Gossip Table

CEO of B. Pretty Lashes Bianca Williams and Creator of Full Figured Fashion Week/Style Guru Gwen DeVoe

Far Left: Owner of Nubian Hair Studios/ Co- Owner of Be-Entwined Natural Hair Care Alice Weise-Goode

Far Right: Co- Owner of Be-Entwined Natural Hair Care Allyson Neal Springett

Proud sponsor to ‪#‎bprettylashes‬ ‪#‎KamoniIce‬ was served up and well enjoyed. Kamoni Ice 2 types of Rum and a Blend of Passion Fruit Juices. Special thanks to Frank and Kai for your support.

Delaina Dixon co-host of VH1’s morning show The Gossip Table

Closing out the Q&A and thanking all the guest

Photo Credits: Elvira Anderson

Accessories / November 10, 2014

Winter Wardrobe Shopping Tips

It’s time to go shopping for a brand new winter wardrobe. But wait, you shouldn’t just go crazy, scanning your bank card at every given opportunity. If you take that approach, you can bet you’ll end up with a load of items you didn’t really need. Not to mention no money left! Consider these things before you go shopping so you can come home with the best haul:

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Things You Already Own

Do you already have winter items you can wear again this year? You may have a quality pair of boots, some jumpers, jeans, tights, and other items that you’ve had in the past that will still do this year. Obviously you want to change up your look, but it’s easy to make old items look new if you style them properly. Go through and decide which items you’d like to keep and which you’ll give to charity. Try not to be a hoarder. If you haven’t worn something in a while, get rid of it to make room for new stuff.

Transitional Summer Items

You’ve probably got summer items that you can make work for you in winter too. Skirts and shorts can be worn with tights. Vests can be worn under your jumpers or layered with cardigans. Work out what you’ll still wear this season. Get rid of the stuff you won’t wear or put it in storage for next year.

Seasonal Items

Whether you like to make the most of your current wardrobe by reusing things or not, everybody can afford to buy a few new seasonal items when shopping for their new wardrobe. This might be the season’s pair of ‘It’ boots – the thigh high style. Or it may be a cosy cowl neck jumper. Personally, I buy myself a new winter coat and a few jumpers each year. You’d never know I was wearing old jeans, tights, and skirts with them. By doing this, I’ve ended up with quite a collection of coats and jumpers. I made sure that they will last me a good few years too, so I always have a wide range of coats to choose from when I’m going out! A couple of new items will bring your wardrobe up to date. There’s just no need to go mad and buy everything you see! Click here for inspiration. If you make sure the items you buy are versatile, they’ll last a long time and go with a lot of different things.

Your Budget

If you go shopping without a budget you’re doomed from the start. You need to know how much you are able to spend on your new wardrobe so you can think of the garments that are the best value for money and purchase them accordingly. If you can, remember that less is more. Bya few items that are high quality and will last you a while, rather than lots of items that are low quality and won’t last you past this year.

Consider these things, and you’ll have a high quality wardrobe that will last you for many winters to come!

Beauty / November 7, 2014

Three Beauty Rituals You Should Continue Year Round

Let’s face it, now that the motivation of tiny bikinis and warm summer afternoons has passed, our normal beauty routine tends fall behind. However, regardless if you’re hitting the slopes or in hibernation mode this winter, it’s crucial you keep up with a few beauty rituals regularly. Below are three beauty rituals our industry pros say you should be continuing ALL year, no matter what the season may be:

Don’t Skimp on Sunscreen. Don’t be fooled by lower temperatures, overcast skies or rainy days. UV rays are just as strong when hitting the slopes as they are on the beach. “The easiest way to prevent sun damage and protect your skin is to apply an SPF of at least 30 every day – not to mention, look younger. Reapplying every 2 hours if in the sun is critical as well” says Dr. Nussbaum, Dermatologist and Brand Spokesperson for Sebamed.

Use Hair Masks Regularly. Do you color your hair, straighten it a few times a week or use a lot of hair spray? Adding chemicals, applying heat or using products are habits that we all find hard to kick, and can come with some unwanted side effects. Anna Urban, CEO of AVIVA™ notes that “you should be applying a hair mask like Aviva’s Hair Rescue Renewal Masque 1-2 times per week to repair damage and restore elastic, while replenishing the moisture which often depletes from dry summer heat and the cold winter air.” ($29.95, AvivaHair.com)

Wax Even Through Winter. Let’s face it, as the temperature drop we are inevitably becoming a little bit lazier with our normal waxing routine and the motivation for tiny bikinis and warm summer afternoons pass. Noemi Grupenmager, founder and CEO of Uni K Wax Centers notes that “maintaining regular waxes year-round will benefit you in the long run because waxing weakens the hair follicle, causing hair to grow back slower, lighter and thinner over time. Dry, winter hair is more likely to break when waxing, causing it to grow back faster and thicker, so you want to keep skin hydrated and healthy (ie. drink lots of water and exfoliate regularly.)”

Life / November 4, 2014

Kale Salad – Delicious for Lunch or Dinner

Lately, I’ve been pretty obsessed with adding Kale to my diet. This is a super food that has several health benefits such as added protein, iron, and other delicious vitamins and minerals. According to medical news, it also helps with preventative measures against cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.

For me, it’s a delicious addition to my diet and I love finding new recipes for eating Kale. To my surprise I found a recipe (below) that I wanted to share with other Kale lovers. It’s simple, easy, and can be eaten during lunch or as a low calorie dinner. This Kale Salad is not only a quick fix (which is a major plus) but looks delicious!

I would love to hear some of your Kale recipes, share them with me at kim@stylelifefashion.com.

Click Here: Kale Salad Recipe

Accessories / October 31, 2014

Fall Fashion 2014 – Essentials That Every Girl Needs

The leaves are shades of burnt orange and yellow, and the weather seems to be getting nippier each time we leave the house. This can only mean one thing: Fall is here! As well as eating buckets of pumpkin soup and drinking milky cinnamon beverages, I’m dressing for the occasion too. It isn’t quite winter, so you could possibly get away with wearing less layers, still managing to show off a nice bit of shape in your outfits. The following bits are essentials that every girl needs during the Fall:

Fall Fashion Plaid Shirt by stylelifefashion featuring riding boots

A Chunky Scarf

A chunky scarf is a must during Fall, especially if you don’t plan on wearing a big, cosy coat. Luckily for you, scarves look great with just about anything, especially if you can wrap them round your neck a few times to get a nice layered look.

A Cape

I don’t mean a cape like Batman – this isn’t about Halloween! I mean a fashionable, blanket style cape. There are all kinds of styles out and about today, especially Navajo styles. They add a lovely layer to any outfit and an element of interest. Simply throw over your favourite jeans and shirt combo, or wear over a skirt and tights. Ladies like Beyonce have been known to be fans!

Over the Knee Boots

Over the knee boots are sure to keep you toasty. In fact, many fashion bloggers are wearing theirs with a long jumper and bare legs! You might be a little chilly at first, but I’m sure you’d get used to it after a while. You might want to wear shorts under your jumper too – just in case!

Plaid Shirt

The plaid shirt is a laidback fashion staple for Fall, just as it has been all year. It’s another great layering piece that can be worn with just about anything. Throw it over your favorite t-shirt, or wrap it around your waist to add a grunge feel.

here’s another plaid shirt that I like: sheer plaid shirt

Longline Blazer Jacket

The longline blazer jacket is a good jacket choice for those slightly warmer Fall days. They are very smart, so perfect for a job interview, meeting, or just a day in the office.

Thick Tights

With thick tights at your disposal, you can wear anything you want. Shorts, skirts, dresses, you name it. You won’t be cold, and you’ll look very chic indeed. No need to throw out your Summer wardrobe when you can make it work for Fall!

Cozy Jumper

Of course, we all need a cosy jumper during the Fall to snuggle up with. Cropped jumpers are everywhere at the moment, and they look fabulous with a skirt and tights. However, you could also get a long jumper as mentioned before to wear with some over the knee boots. High neck jumpers are all the rage this season!

If you have these items in your wardrobe this Fall, you’ll never get chilly. You’ll never run out of things to wear, either! Simply interchange these items for a different looking outfit each time. What do you think of these fashion essentials? Leave a comment with your thoughts!

Accessories / October 30, 2014

Holiday Fashion Essentials from David’s Bridal

With the holidays rapidly approaching, it’s no surprise that the biggest party season of the year is just around the corner! Whether you’re searching for the perfect NYE dress or need a festive frock for that office holiday party, David’s Bridal has got you covered offering a variety of midnight kiss-worthy frocks and stunning silhouettes!

New Year’s Attire

From left to right: Style 56449D, Sleeveless ruched jersey dress with beaded back in Black; $159.00, Style XS5852, Sleeveless v-neck all over beaded blouson dress in Nude; $279.00, Style 141704510, Strapless metallic jacquard dress in Gold; $149.00, Style D1082, High neckline sleeveless beaded dress in Silver; $199.00 & Style 26B6204TQ1, Cap sleeve bodice dress with tulle skirt in Gold; $89.00

Holiday Office Party

From left to right: Style D927, Sleeveless scallop beaded short dress in Navy; $189.00, Style141703090, Long sleeve all over sequin dress in Black; $199.00, Style 141704390, Metallic jacquard halter party dress in Black/Gold; $49.99, Style S267420, Sleeveless sequin dress with illusion neckline in Black/Nude; $49.99 & Style S257476, Sleeveless chiffon dress with beaded neckline in Silver; $89.00

Christmas Celebrations

From left to right: Style JHDM6795, Sleeveless polka dot dress with ribbon tie in Black/Nude; $169.00, StyleF15703, Sleeveless faille dress with beaded neckline in Apple; $149.00, Style JH4M4409, Long ruched sleeve blouson dress in Taupe; $99.00, Style F15103, Strapless satin short dress with pleating in Apple; $99.00 & Style W10184, Short strapless contrast corded lace dress in Mercury; $149.00

Finishing Touches

Accessories / October 29, 2014

Choosing an Engagement Ring: Jewelry that Suits Your Style

Have you been tasked with choosing your own engagement ring? This can be disappointing, as it takes the surprise out of the whole engagement process. However, for some women it’s a dream come true! You know that you’re going to love this special ring, and you’ll have something that suits your style forever and ever. Here’s how you can choose an engagement ring that suits your style:

Photo Source: Press Room VIP

Look at Skin Colour, Hair Colour, and Eye Color

Jewelry is beautiful, but it sometimes doesn’t look as good on us if we don’t take our coloring into account. Some jewelry will pop against certain skin types, but others will look dull. Look at your skin color, hair color, and eye color to work out what suits you most. You can find this out by doing a simple search online. There’s loads of information out there to help you! Some jewelers may be able to give you similar advice too. Try Whiteflash for engagement rings in Houston where you’re likely to get professional advice.

That being said, if you find out gold suits you best but you don’t like gold, you don’t have to go with it. Go with the metal you’ll be happy wearing forever. It all boils down to what you like!

The kind of clothes you wear the most could dictate the engagement ring you choose. Let’s say you love shopping for vintage clothing. A vintage ring would look amazing when paired with all of those vintage finds! If you like dressing classy and sophisticated, then a classic style engagement ring would suit you. If you like fashion that is quite ‘out there’, you may prefer an abstract design with colourful stones. Don’t go for a classic style just because you think you should. Go with something that will suit you and the things you wear most.

What Type of Thing Would You Like to Wear Forever?

Remember, you’re going to be wearing this ring forever. If you’re going through a phase with the colour black at the moment, you may not want to choose an engagement ring with a black stone. It’ll be different, but you might like pink next year and blue the year after. Don’t choose something where you think the novelty might wear off in the next few years. Make sure it goes with the rest of the jewelry you enjoy wearing most of the time.

Ask a Friend

Why not take a friend engagement ring hunting with you? They can tell you what they think suits you best. It can really help to have the outside opinion of somebody else!

You could even take your husband to be with you to give you his opinion. As this commitment is about the special bond between the two of you, it makes sense for him to have a say in the ring he buys for you. Even if you simply make a shortlist and he chooses from it, it’s better than him having no involvement.

Good luck!

Baltimore | Birmingham | Atlanta / October 28, 2014

Shiny Health Hair from Dr. Rebecca Kazin: Perfect for All Hair Textures

Harsh winter weather can be hair’s worst enemy. From hat hair to static to dry ends and frizz, dropping temperatures signal seemingly endless hair woes. Ski slope sun exposure, drying indoor heat and high winds all present challenges, often resulting in brittle, tangled strands.

“Just as your skin can look dull and dry during the low humidity months, so can your scalp and hair,” says Rebecca Kazin, MD, FAAD. “Then add in our typical daily heating and styling tools which further stress and dehydrate the hair.”

As a top dermatologist at the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery and the Johns Hopkins Department of Dermatology, Dr. Kazin has seen her share of hair/scalp complaints. Here she shares her tried and tested favorites to help your readers survive winter with shiny, healthy hair.

HAIR CARE TIPS

Protect – If you must use heated styling tools, it’s essential to use a good heat protectant spray. I like Aquage Beyond Body Thermal Spray because it has ceramic-infused polymers and fortifying proteins to seal hair’s outer layer.

Nourish – To maintain healthy hair, you must add more moisture during the winter months. Apply Oribe Supershine Moisturizing Crème post-shower to calm frizz and satisfy and restore even the thirstiest hair to softness.

Shine – Our hair color fades faster in the winter as we wash our hair more often due to weather conditions. Restore radiance and shine with It’s a 10 Miracle Leave-in Product. It works on all hair types to bring out natural luster and manageability while also maintaining your color.

Frizz– Women with thin, fine hair are hit particularly hard with static. Tame flyaways with Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Crème. It transforms hair’s texture to leave it smooth and glowing with vibrant shine.