Not too long ago I was traveling, and when I got to my destination, my room had only a plastic dispenser filled with something called "shampoo" and "body wash." I have sensitive skin, and hair that requires the right products to keep it from drying out and looking crazy. I had no idea what was in ... [ Read More ]
Archives for December 2009
Looking for Last Minute Gifts? The Body Shop’s the Place!
I reviewed The Body Shop Love Etc... Eau de Parfum $29.50 1.60 fl. oz., $24.00 30 ml. in my Fall 2009 What Works Beauty, Cosmetics & Fashion Review Column, but now that the holidays are nearly here, if you're dashing out to get an affordable gift for someone, last minute, I recommend a piece, or ... [ Read More ]
What’s Giftable For the Holidays? Here are Super Ideas!
STILL SEARCHING FOR A CLEVER GIFT THAT WON'T COST YOU A FORTUNE? THE LIST BELOW HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE, AND YOU CAN FIND THEM EASILY, ONLINE, OR IN YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL STORES:For the "fashionista" (a one-size-fits all gift other than makeup and accessories): A sincere, quirky book that will ... [ Read More ]
The Limited Pop Up Store Features Holiday & Jodi Arnold Preview
I like The Limited.....a lot. They have attractive, wearable, universally flattering clothing and accessories that span generations. They're the type of clothes that leave you thinking: "So cute, I wonder where she got that?"The other day I went to see a pop up store at 135 Spring Street in Soho. It ... [ Read More ]
Pretty Woman by Barbara Orbison Sings a Seductive Tune
Say: "Pretty Woman," and one immediately thinks of the 1990 hit movie with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere. But go back a generation or so to 1964, and it brings to mind the very talented singer/songwriter, Roy Orbison's song, "Oh Pretty Woman" "that was written by Roy Orbison and Bill Dees. The ... [ Read More ]
Statement Accessories for the Holidays and Beyond
Sometimes all it takes is one, well-chosen item (and it needn't cost a fortune) to take your look from blah to head-turning. Even if your budget is getting drained from holiday shopping, be generous to yourself and invest in some accessories that make any holiday outfit, a standout. White House ... [ Read More ]