Fresh and Cool

How to beat the heat and stay cool during the hottest months of summer? Are those cute strappy sandals giving you horrible shoe bites? Are you fed up of using layers of skincare and makeup?  All the tips and products mentioned below might help you deal with some of the most common summer problems and…

Framed State Of Mind

Have you noticed how much all the multi-tasking and multi-role playing mom supermodels or actresses swear by sunglasses to cover all the flaws induced by their super busy schedule filled with sleepless nights and very busy days?   Many supermodels and actresses like Cindy Crawford, Claudia Schiffer, Nicole Richie and Jessica Alba swear by sunglasses to not only make…

SkinCareRx Giveaway

I am hosting a giveaway from my new sponsor, SkinCareRx, for a chance to win a $20 gift certificate. This certificate is redeemable at one of their websites, which includes SkinCareRx, Apothica or SkinBotanica.  SkincareRx is devoted to clinical and spa-grade brands, Apothica to the finest high-quality beauty brands and, SkinBotanica to the finest natural and organic brands…

In the Moment

Did you know you could add memorable scents to your pictures? Our noses definitely have teleporting powers and they can make our past moments extra special. We can’t seem to forget our favorite scents from our memorable vacations or childhood years even after more than a decade. It’s hard to forget the scent of beaches, woods, camp…

Healin Travel: Lasting Summer Indulges

How about a lush and adventurous yet relaxing and unwinding exotic summer vacation filled with sun, fun and spa?  Think amazingly refreshing summer food, carefree beach moments, relaxing mud treatments, cultural treats, lazy naps, nature treks, lush locations and fun lessons in unfamiliar art forms?  This is my idea of summer and Karlie got to experience just…

Camp in Style

Love Safari themed editorials?  This safari themed editorial is sweet and ladylike yet raw and edgy with messy side braids, large drapey perforated hats with undone fringy edges and raw edged fabric ribbons used to secure the braids. Accessories here do play a big part. They are unique yet have a safari vibe to them…

Color therapy

Have you ever thought about painting your jewelry and other accessories with your nail lacquers? Being a recessionista means trying to use something you already own in your closet and give it a new trendy twist.  Many of us probably own nail polishes from the current spring / summer 2012 collection so why not use these…

Dance yourself into shape for the summer

After Alesha Dixon’s recent defection to join Simon Cowell on ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, fans were left wondering who could possibly fill her shoes on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing. Alesha brought sensitivity, contemporary dance knowledge and a hefty dollop of glamour to the judging panel, so she was certainly going to be a difficult act…

Giveaway: Josie Maran Products

This Giveaway includes Joise Maran’s Model Citizen Limited Edition 100 % pure Argan Oil (a special edition product designed by supermodel Petra Nemocova) and Josie Maran’s Magic Marker Lip & Cheek stain in Flamenco. Josie Maran always uses the term “Luxury with a conscience” to describe her products and I think the term fits perfectly. Her products…

Wet and Wild

Do you like the wet hair trend that’s in for this Spring and Summer? This might be a tricky trend to adopt but it can look amazing if done right. Some of the designers who adopted this trend for Spring / Summer 2012 include Proenza Schouler, Alexander Wang, BCBG, Felder Felder, Helmut Lang, Lanvin, YSL,…