Goldsign and Citizens of Humanity Inspire Seasonal Celeb Looks

Wake up!  There’s a change taking place right before our very own eyes.  We’re transitioning people, from one season to another and the seasons couldn’t be better represented than with these looks from some of our favorite celebs wearing Goldsign or Citizens of Humanity denim:

1. Ciara has “summer” written all over as she sports these hot little Citizens of Humanity “Chloe” high waist cut-offs in Navy Petite Rose while hitting up Barney’s New York February 22nd in Beverly Hills.  Oo La La!  $172, Barney’s New York

2.  Zoe Saldana is still repping winter in her GOLDSIGN “Lure” skinny jeans in Precious while out to lunch and a movie February 18th in L.A.  $204, Saks Fifth Avenue

3.  Mad Men star January Jones is thinking spring wearing Goldsign “Jenny” high waist cropped jeans in Blush while leaving a nail salon February 17th in Los Feliz, CA.  Available in Mint for $190, Net-A-Porter

The Look for Less

Love the look of this Ippolita Stack Ring but find the price ($995) a little more than your budget allows? 

A more practical option might be this Wendy Mink Jewelry 5 Set Emerald Ring from 24-7 Style for just $45 (and free shipping)!

What’s Hot Now? Hair Bling!

Ponytails, braids and messy buns are so chic right now, but look even better when paired with a little bling.  After all, your hair shouldn’t be kept from a little accessories love should it?!?

Clockwise from top left:

1. Jennifer Behr Flora 5 Row Chain Headwrap, $128
2. Forever 21 Braided Beaded Headwrap, $5.80
3. Marc by Marc Jacobs Confetti Bubble Pony, $42
4. Bullet Designs® Recycled Bullet Bobby Pins, $19.95
5. Kate Spade Barrettes, $48

Ride the Wave with a Bangle

Bracelets are big this season and wave bangles seem to be rolling in and sitting atop everyone’s must-have list.  Below, three choices, and three very different price tags:

Clockwise from Top Right:

1. Nugaard Designs Small Wave Bangle ($43 and free shipping at 24-7 Style); Mother of Pearl
2. Gold Wave Bangle ($190 and free shipping at Baublebar); 22k Gold Clad and Swarovski Crystals
3. Coomi Antiquity 20k Bracelet (call for pricing at Coomi); Flat rose cut diamonds and rose cuts on the edges.

High-End vs. a Bargain Face Color–Is there a Difference?

I love a good deal!  And after running out of my bareMinerals All-Over Face Color ($19, Sephora), I thought I would give a bargain brand a chance to woo me.

What I love about the bareMinerals line is the amazing color it adds to your skin without looking over-done…your skin glows like you’ve just come from the beach…not the Jersey Shore beach mind-you, more like Miami, healthy and sunkissed. 

My bargain find was NYC Color Wheel Mosaic Face Powder ($5, your local drugstore) in Pearl Glow (a Limited Edition color).

The results from NYC New York were maybe not quite as fabulous as the bareMinerals line, but still left me luminous…a huge must-have at the end of winter!  My only teeny-tiny complaint was that the natural glow wasn’t quite as intense, but regardless, I was glowing on all the right spots (cheeks, forehead and chin) and it warmed my tone without looking like a toddler who was playing in her mother’s bronzer. 

The verdict…I’ll actually probably keep both of these in my make-up kit.  NYC for day, bareMinerals for evening or special events. 

Cheers to glowing all winter long!

Hot or Not: Leather Leather Everywhere Leather!

We’ve accepted it on essential accessories – shoes, bags, winter coats, but leather clothing is always a little risky.  Even though we see it on the occasional pant, leather is huge this season, in ways we haven’t worn it before, from dresses to tops.  Shown is the CO Leather Tank ($525) available at Barney’s.  What do you think ladies…are you loving or hating this trend?

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Hot for Spring–Mint Green

Looking for a perfect color to add to your spring wardrobe?  Nothing is better this season than a mint green pastel.  Here are two perfect selections from 24-7 Style:

Just a Touch:

Wendy Mink Jewelry 5 Set Emerald Ring, $45

It’s like a crown for your digits – delicate and sweetly sophisticated.

 

 

Arm Candy:

Christian Livingston Braided Medium Duffle, $85 now just $34

A super-soft faux-leather duffle with a bojo-vibe (optional shoulder-strap included).  Perfection!

 

 

 

Get Your Bright On:

Nugaard Designs Cotton Thread Wrap Bangle, $39 (or rings, $31.50)

If you’re looking for a less subtle way to spice up your accessories, try one of these amazing bangles or rings.

Rachel Ray Celebrates her 1000th Episode with MARTINI

Rachel Ray celebrated, well, herself, last Thursday night in honor of the 1000th episode of her award-winning television show, The Rachel Ray Show.  The soiree was held at Chelsea eatery, Donatella, with iconic Italian wine brand MARTINI along with restaurant owner, and fellow Food Network alum, Donatella Arpaia hosting the private cocktail party.  Congrats Rachel!

Ladies Night Chicago Presents “Sexy Friday!”

Anyone else ready to “get out?”  We’ve had a mild winter, yet I’m sick of it and ready for spring – birds chirping, flowers blooming, and the kind of socializing one can only do in warm-weather-months! 

Feel the same way?  Get ready Chicago ladies to celebrate spring with “Sexy Friday,” presented by Ladies Night Chicago!  The night includes a complimentary champagne toast, shopping, $8 eyebrow waxes and mini-manicures, a smoky eye tutorial, FREE PARKING (invaluable in Chicago!!!) plus goody bags to first 100 guests!

Taking place Friday, March 23 from 6-10 p.m. at the crazy-cool S-Factor, lets kick off Spring 2012 in style with Sexy Friday!

Purchase your ticket in advance – just $9 for ladies and $18 for men.

Stay up-to-date on all Ladies Night Chicago events by “Liking” them on Facebook!

See you there!

Time Management Issues? New York Streets Dry Shampoo to the Rescue!

How does Monday do it?  Alarm.  Snooze.  Oops.  Overslept.  Again.  If there is one thing I can bank on about Monday, it’s that I’ll somehow be late.  Knowing this, you would think I would do something to combat the problem.  And yet here it is, Monday, and guess how my day started: alarm.  Snooze.  Oops.  Overslept.  Again.

So maybe it’s time to make a few adjustments.  And knowing New York Streets has come out with their own Dry Shampoo, I may have found the first adjustment to make.  Absorbing excess oil and unwanted odors, if this time-saver is anything like the rest of this fab line, I already believe in its power to achieve fabulousness.  And it’s colorless so even better (I hate the ones that get on your clothing, pillows, etc.). 

A little trick I just learned over the weekend regarding dry shampoos….apply them the night before.  They absorb oils as the are being produced and you can get up, style, and go. 

Part of the Village Collection, New York Streets Dry Shampoo retails for $17 and is available at salons near you or Newyork-Streets.com .

Hot or Not: Colorblocking

While this trend never really goes away completely, this season it’s back with ca-razy love in clothing and accessories.  Below, are Lookglobal from Nine West in Pink/Dark Purple.

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Celebs Choosing (Again!) Citizens of Humanity and GOLDSIGN

1.  Mad Men star January Jones in GOLDSIGN “Jenny” High Rise Selvage Slim Leg Cuffed Jeans in Debut while shopping January 25th in Beverly Hills.  Available at Madison Los Angeles for $288.

2.  Lana Del Ray in Citizens of Humanity “Mandy” High Waist Retro Slim Roll Up in Natural Petite Rose Print leaving her hotel for a performance on French TV Show Le Grand Journal January 30th in Paris.  Available at Shobop for $189.

3.  Taylor Swift wearing GOLDSIGN “Lure” Skinny Jeans in Position while grabbing coffee at Starbucks February 1st in West Hollywood.  Available at Diani Boutique for $240.

4.  Rachel Bilson in GOLDSIGN “Jenny” High Rise Selvage Slim Leg Cuffed Jeans in Debut at Square One with Hayden Christenson January 29th in Los Feliz, CA.  Available at Madison Los Angeles for $288.

5.  Channing Tatum in Citizens of Humanity “Sid” Straight Leg Jeans in Ultimate for a Live!  With Kelly appearance January 30th in NYC.  Available at Nordstrom for $172.

Nicole Richie’s Secret Weapon for Her Grammy Look

For me, this time of year isn’t Awards Season, it’s Red Carpet season.  And while normally the stars look fab they don’t just pop out of the limos with God-given beautiful faces and perfect bodies – even they have help.  Stylists, makeup artists and shapewear – the stars’ best friends.

The fabulous Nicole Richie looked gorge in her Paco Rabanne dress with ResultWear shapewear underneath at Sunday’s Grammy’s.  Providing a “triple-threat” of beautiful, comfortable and effective shapewear, ResultWear has garnered a powerful celeb following, including Sofia Vergara, Jessica Biel, Reese Witherspoon, Michelle Williams, Fergie, Kelli Osbourne, Ginnifer Goodwin and of course the lovely Richie.

For more info or to shop the line, visit ResultWear.com, Neiman Marcus, Journelle or Holt Renfrew.

The Geek-Chic Look from LensCrafters!

Love the glasses sported by celebs like Zooey Deschanel in New Girl and movie icons like Anne Hatheway and Johnny Depp?  Shop the trend at LensCrafters, which carries coveted brands like Ray-Ban, Burberry, Chanel and Dolce & Gabbana, all of which can be seen on some of your favorite stars!

Runway Trend: Jill Stuart’s Exposed Zippers…Hot or Not?

I love love loved the Jill Stuart Fall 2012 Runway show and I surprisingly loved all of the exposed zippers she was showing.  Edgy, yet on her pieces, the femininity was far from lost.  What do you think…watch and vote below!

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Don’t Miss this Hot Launch–Introducing MeUndies!

Finally, a reason to love seeing your mailman or woman – at least once a month.  Launching today, MeUndies gives members a shopping experience that’s set to autopilot, as new sexy and comfy undies are sent to your door once a month. 

Current memberships are being offered for just $16 per month (reg. $20) and include free shipping and returns.  The good news, even if you sign up, you’re never under any crazy buy-or-we’ll-turn-your-world-upside-obligations.  Skip a month in the first 5 days at no charge or pause or cancel your membership at anytime.  Also, they guarantee your satisfaction…if you don’t like your new undies, they refund your money – you don’t even need to send them back!

Touted as the world’s most comfortable underwear and offered in a variety of colors and styles (even men’s) check them out at MeUndies.com!

February’s Top 10 Workout Songs

If you need a little extra motivation to get your bootie in shape this winter, look no further than Run Hundred’s February Top 10 Workout Songs. 

This month's top 10 is full of little surprises.  Jay Sean and Nicki Minaj's "2012" actually came out months ago.  But, the new year (and an apt title) have given it a second wind.  Also, Maroon 5 and Christina Aguilera got a hip-hop makeover, courtesy of Mac Miller (you’ll love this…bible!).  Outasight got their first taste of chart success.  And, Adele turned in a performance so forceful that most folks didn't seem to mind that the song's more of a ballad than a traditional workout jam.

Here's the full list, according to votes placed at Run Hundred--the web's most popular workout music site.

Flo Rida - Good Feeling (Jaywalker Remix) - 127 BPM 
Jay Sean & Nicki Minaj - 2012 (It Ain't The End) - 126 BPM 
Cobra Starship & Sabi - You Make Me Feel... (Felix Leiter Remix) - 127 BPM 
Beatfreakz - Somebody's Watching Me - 129 BPM 
Katy Perry - The One That Got Away (R3hab Club Remix) – 128 
Train - Drive By - 123 BPM 
Adele - Set Fire To The Rain - 109 BPM 
Maroon 5, Christina Aguilera & Mac Miller - Moves Like Jagger (Remix) - 128 BPM 
Outasight - Tonight Is The Night - 120 BPM 
Selena Gomez & The Scene - Love You Like a Love Song (DJ Escape & Tony Coluccio Club Remix) - 130 BPM

Red Polishes to Rock your World!

It seems like Santa Claus just came down the chimney and “Auld Lang Syne” was being played at every venue across America, but alas, Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. 

Romance and red – the two things we think about every February 14th.  And while I have no recommendations for your romantic life, I can definitely recommend something red – Dr.’s Remedy Valentine’s Day Delight Collection.  The enriched nail polish trio includes these red-hot shades:

REVIVE Ruby Red: A shimmer infused, Wizard of Oz inspired shade of crimson.
RESOLUTION Red Glitter: A red-meets-copper spin that’s sequin-look-alike laden with high-shine and sparkle.
RESCUE Red: A classic fire-engine red.

Dr.’s Remedy is a line of doctor-inspired cosmetics that is dedicated to using clean, hypoallergenic ingredients.  The polishes retail for $17 and are available exclusively at RemedyNails.com.

Flawless Face? Yes, please!!!

I never use powder in winter…am I alone here?  I already think and feel like my face is dry and flaky and it seems like a powder will only make matters worse.  My curiosity was piqued however when I read about FlawlessCOVER from beautyADDICTS™.  The Chamomile infused pressed powder “claims” to gently soothe skin, diffuse fine lines and wrinkles, and repair and protect the skin. 

The rebel in me kind of enjoys beating down a claim.  I’m kind of a mmmm-hmmm-we’ll-see kind of girl.  Well, mmmm-hmmm-I-saw, (think of me as your friend here), this is kind of too good to pass up.  While I’m not super-ridden with wrinkles, I do hate my pores.  And while FlawlessCOVER makes no claim about disguising them, in one effortless swipe, it was like I was a porcelain doll goddess.  Ok, maybe not quite, but pretty close!

My method of application?  Over my regular moisturizer and liquid foundation applied with the applicator they provide.  BUT, here’s the good news, you can also use it alone or applied with a sponge as a powder foundation. 

FlawlessCOVER retails for $29.50 and is available in Light, Medium or Deep.  For more info on FlawlessCOVER or the other amazing beautyADDICTS products visit beautyADDICTS.com.

Tyrese Set to Release “Nothing On You” Video Featuring Chilli

I’ve yet to meet a woman who doesn’t stop, sigh and stare mesmerized at Tyrese, who’s been on fire this past year – his Open Invitation album was #1 for two weeks independent, his movies, Transformers DOTM and Fast Five, have grossed over $1.7 billion worldwide and How to Get Out of Your Own Way is a New York Times Best Seller.

Just in case you haven’t gotten your fill of the superstar however, get ready for his “Nothing On You” video, featuring the equally beautiful Chilli, premiering Valentine’s Day, February 14th, 2012.  The story-line paints a vivid picture of a man completely committed to his leading-lady, reassuring her there isn’t anyone else for him.  Understandably, it sounds like Chilli more than enjoyed herself, "Working with Tyrese, didn't feel like work at all. There was so much chemistry between us, everything flowed naturally. Tyrese has such a beautiful voice and when you hear "Nothing on You" it just makes you want to embrace LOVE. I'm so proud of Tyrese's accomplishments, he's so talented...music, movies, books-(and we certainly can't forget those breath-taking features) and there's still so much more to come from him."

While Open Invitation is currently in stores now (Best Buy, FYE, Target, and Wal-Mart), Open Invitation RELOADED is being re-released on the same day as the “Nothing On You” video premiere, February 14th, and includes videos, behind-the-scenes footage, bonus material, and previously unreleased tracks: “Fireworkz” Remix featuring Big Sean, T.I. and Busta Rhymes, “What Took You So Long,” and the “Stay” Remix featuring Faith Evans.

Can’t wait till the 14th?  Watch the trailer below!