Beautiful Things My Mother Taught Me


Mom and me, circa 1979 Disclosure: This post is sponsored by CoverGirl. Mother’s Day is this Sunday and I’m so excited. Not just because Mr. Spoiled Pretty and my son, Westley, are treating me to a decadent brunch. But because it’s an opportunity to celebrate my hero, Andrea Stamps. I must admit that until two years ago, Mother’s Day was just another CONTINUE READING

Bath & Body Works 3-Wick Candles: 2 for $22


At Christmastime, I agonized over what to get my son's daycare teachers. There are 12 of them - and even though he has his two main teachers, they all have interaction with him and take excellent care of him. So I needed to buy 12 gifts to show my appreciation, without breaking the bank. $10 each seemed doable, except CONTINUE READING

IMAN Skin Tone Evener BB Creme SPF 15


As a beauty expert, I’m embarrassed by how late I am to the BB Cream party. In the past year, so many friends and colleagues have asked me about BB Creams—what’s the buzz, which brands are the best, etc. —and they would look at me funny when I admitted to not having tried BB Creams yet. I mean, they CONTINUE READING

CoverGirl Outlast Brilliant Shine Nail Gloss in Vio-last


I’m very fickle about my fingernails. Before I paint my nails or get them professionally did, I spend a inordinate amount of time pondering my polish options. I consider the season, recent trends, my wardrobe that week and anywhere special I might go. But despite all of this planning, I’m usually over my polish choice before it even dries. Not CONTINUE READING

My New Arm Candy: Rebecca Minkoff Swing Bag


After beauty products, handbags are my secondary addiction. But when it comes to arm candy, I have discriminating taste. For me, the perfect handbag seamlessly marries fashion with function, is handcrafted from high-quality materials, has really unique hardware and is classic but edgy - all at the same time. I don't like to carry the of-the-moment "it" bag. I CONTINUE READING

Bust a Move On Over to Saturday.com


Earlier this month, Kate Spade (aka creator of cuteness and the reason why I can't seem to keep money in my wallet), launched a brand new line called Kate Spade Saturday. Kate Spade Saturday is a new global lifestyle brand created to channel the spirit of Saturday seven days a week. This younger, more accessible sister to kate spade new CONTINUE READING

Discounts

Rebecca Minkoff Sale Tomorrow at Ideeli

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rebecca+minkoff Rebecca Minkoff Sale Tomorrow at IdeeliI am so excited for tomorrow’s Rebecca Minkoff sale at Ideeli, I’m almost at a loss for words. Since discovering her line of chic arm candy a few years ago, it has been my mission to create a Rebecca Minkoff collection within my handbag arsenal.

Her Stud Devote hobo is my handbag soulmate, and I can’t wait to snatch up some more tomorrow (at up to 61% off).

Ideeli membership is free…click here for an invite, courtesy of Spoiled Pretty.

Stila Happy Hours: Take 15% Off Lip Glaze

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stila+friday+happy+hours Stila Happy Hours: Take 15% Off Lip Glaze

Cheers! Stila‘s hosting happy hours, y’all. Every Friday – for just 4 hours* – they’ll have a special you’ll wanna snatch up. This week’s special is for all of you lipgloss lushes: take 15% off all full sized Lip Glaze (blackberry is my absolute fave).

*Offer available from 10am – 2pm PT.

Jennifer Behr Online Trunk Show & Sale

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Jennifer+Behr+Spiked+Turban+Headwrap Jennifer Behr Online Trunk Show & Sale

When it comes to hair accessories, you can’t get more gorge than Jennifer Behr. Her works of art have been seen in the pages of Vogue, on the Fashion Week runways, and perched atop the head of the Upper East Side’s queen bee.

Now through Tuesday, January 26 – in preparation for their Spring Collection – Jennifer Behr is offering a range of styles from 2009 previously seen in the press, on celebrities, or in stores…and, for the first time in JB history, they’ve put select styles up to 75% off!

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Petite Spikes Headwrap, $36 (75% off)
Be prim and punk proper in this dangerously delicate headwrap. Petite nickel spikes – too darling to harm – are embedded into a thin length of slick patent leather. Pretty tough. Finished at back with elastic for a custom, comfortable fit.

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Double Rose Barrette, $50 (50% off!)
Two elegant hand-curled silk roses on an automatic barrette. could be a bit gothic romance, or else summer garden party. This piece doesn’t have to be formal – pin into a dishevled twist, or a smooth chignon.

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Patent Orchid on Skinny Headband, $50 (75% off!)
Sculpted patent orchid floats right above the ear on a skinny headband. Hand-pressed, wired orchid petals. The patent petals are embossed with all the delicate details of orchid leaves. Great for short haired ladies. Worn by Leighton Meester, aka Blair, on Gossip Girl‘s season 1 finale.

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Rope Knotted Headwrap, $86 (50% off!)
Ultra thick black cording is fashioned into a high-sheen, voluptuous knot that is more gothic glamour than nautical. Use it to tame a free flowing mane, or to add polish to an updo. Finished at back with brass caps and elastic for a perfect fit.

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Wide Lattice Headwrap, $15 (75% off!)
Charming wide lattice headwrap, made of vintage ribbon material and finished at back with leather tabs and elastic for a comfortable fit.

Jennifer+Behr+Double+Rosette+Headwrap Jennifer Behr Online Trunk Show & Sale

Double Rosette Headwrap, $76 (50%)
Featuring two hand-rolled rosettes on silk satin, this 2 1/4″ headwrap is finished in the back with elastic. Can be worn to create a beautiful vintage look. As seen on Gossip Girl‘s Blair.

Jennifer Behr accessories are usually quite a splurge, so this online-only event is the perfect time to pick up some hair baubles that won’t break the bank.

*Each piece was originally handmade to order. Sale styles are limited in quantity and are offered until they are sold out.

Urban Decay Super Sale At Hautelook

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urban+decay Urban Decay Super Sale At Hautelook

Hautelook is having an Urban Decay sale on Wednesday, January 13. Nothing will be priced over $10. Get on this, chickadees.

Not a member of Hautelook yet? Click here for a free invite (that’s just how friends do).

Benefit Cosmetics Sale-abration!

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The Annual Benefit Sale-abration is on! Save up to 70% off your favorite products. For a limited time at BenefitCosmetics.com starting on January 7, 2010. Benefit Cosmetics Sale abration!

Stock Up: Spanx On Sale at Rue La La!

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spanx Stock Up: Spanx On Sale at Rue La La!

Your resolution for 2010 is to whittle your middle, lose the love handles, and get rid of some extra junk in your trunk. I commend you on your goals and wish you much luck. I believe in you. But…just in case your lofty aspirations fall flat around January 15th, I’ve got a great plan B for you!

Rue La La has Spanx on sale! You’re gonna buy them anyway (a woman, regardless of size, can never have too many), so you might as well get them on sale. Right?

Here’s your Rue La La invite. Happy shopping!

Nordstrom.com Beauty Sale: Get On This!

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lancome+holiday+beauty+box Nordstrom.com Beauty Sale: Get On This!

Nordstrom is having a ridiculously amazing online beauty sale, and I didn’t want y’all to miss out on these steals and deals! Here’s just a sampling of the markdowns:

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Laura Mercier Crème Brûlée Duo
Was: $40 Now: $29 (save 25%!)

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MAC Lipglass and Lustreglass Set
Was: $29.50 Now: $22.90 (save 20%!)

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MAC Miracles Happen Viva Glam Lip Kit (sold out on MAC website)
Was: $22.50 Now: $17.90 (save 20%!)

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MAC Magic, Mirth, & Mischief – Do the Trick Brush Bag (sold out on MAC website)
Was: $49.50 Now: $38.90 (save 20%!)

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Philosophy The Cookie Exchange Collection
Was: $30 Now: $21.90 (save 25%!)

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Bobbi Brown Goldstone Long Wear Eye Palette
Was: $40 Now: 31.90 (save 20%!)

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Jo Malone Bath Oil Collection
Was: $85 Now: $67.90 (save 20%!)

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Hanae Mori Paris Butterfly Deluxe Set
Was: $75 Now: $55.90 (save 25%!)

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Smashbox Eye Wish Palette
Was: $44 Now: $32.90 (save 25%!)

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Philosophy Classic Cookbook Gift Set
Was: $35 Now: $25.90 (save 25%!)

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Fekkai ‘Golden Shimmer’ Gelée Mist
Was: $20 Now: $9.90 (save 50%!)

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Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Sweet Obsession Eye Color Collection
Was: $48 Now: $35.90 (save 25%!)

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Lancôme Holiday Juicy Tubes Set
Was: $39.50 Now: $29.50 (save 25%!)



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