• WorldWide

    @Guess Spring 2014 Media Preview

    IMG_20131105_185948We went over to The Spoke Club on King Street to check out the new Guess Spring 2014 collection. I really liked a lot of the pieces, especially a pair of white sandals with a golden rectangular heel, a gorgeous red bag, and a couple pretty dresses and shiny rings! My style is usually full of  prints and bright colours, and I tend to dress really girly during the spring so, some of the pieces were right up my alley! Rachel from GUESS New York was also there to give us the goods on the new collection. We enjoyed some drinks and treats while browsing through and occasionally drooling over some of the pieces.

    Let us know what you think!

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    So cute! #guess
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    Definite must have for me! #guess
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    I live! #guess
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    I must have this white bag. #guess
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    pretty 🙂 #guess
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    Blast from the past! #guess dug into their archives and brought back styles from way back when!
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    Dear Universe, I need this purse. Please and thank you. #guess
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    the noms #guess
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    yes please to these shoes! #guess
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    …sexy ass shoe… #guess
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    I see Elana 🙂 #guess
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    I love the white ones! #guess
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    <3 <3 #guess
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    It was a packed house! #guess
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    I wore a dress that had a mix of floral and animal prints, and two of my favourite dresses in the collection had the same mix, so I definitely enjoyed checking out this collection.
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    she loves rings and shiny things! #guess
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    My favourite piece of the entire collection! Love. This. Shoe! #guess
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    The DJ was serving up some hot tunes and SLAYED that dress. Werk. #guess
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    #guess #spring2014

    Thank you for inviting us!

    Bella

  • New York

    @Swapdom_com Revamps Your Wardrobe…The EASY Way!

    I love thrifting. There’s nothing better than finding treasure in a thrift shop. I started thrifting when I was in college (we call it “op shopping” in Australia) and haven’t stopped. So it’s with no surprise that I’m excited about the brand new fashion site, Swapdom.

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    Swapdom is a new way of finding one-of-a-kind like-new items online and swapping them with other users. But Swapdom takes all the effort out of the swapping business since they organize the whole thing, so you get whatever you want in exchange for those boots or glam winter gloves you hardly ever wear.

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    Registering is absolutely free and all you pay are the shipping charges and a teeny service fee (which never amounts to more than $2!).

    Here’s a few snaps of what’s on offer to swap right now:

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    What a great way to revamp your closet while getting rid of the stuff you haven’t worn for years!

    Go to Swapdom.com right now to get started–you can have a new outfit for the holidays in no time!

  • WorldWide

    Three Feel Good Snacks: @enjoylifefoods @jontyjacobs @nuvosport

    I’ll admit it- I love a good snack session.  Sometimes I just need those in-between mini meals to get through the day.  That being said, it’s not always easy to find a snack that my body won’t hate me for later.  And if I do find something healthy, it’s not too often that it will taste very good.  I can recall times when I was on the road, touring with my band, thinking “I really wish this truck stop had SOMETHING I can eat that doesn’t contain some kind of artificial crap.”  As it turned out, my only options were over ripe bananas or stale peanuts in a bag.  Luckily, I feel like I hit the jackpot on my recent snack discoveries.

    First, I present you with Enjoy Life Foods Chewy Bars.  I’m just going to get this out of the way right now: I love these things!  Seriously.  Now, I have a go-to snack that is free of any artificial ingredients whatsoever, free of the eight most comment allergens (including gluten, nut, dairy, & soy), and actually TASTES GOOD.  They come in four flavors, including Cocoa Loco, SunButter Crunch, Mixed Berry and Caramel Apple.  Trying these is a good idea.  (enjoylifefoods.com)

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    Next up, there is a new player in the jerky game and he isn’t messing around.  Meet Jonty Jacobs.  They make a natural, chemical and preservative-free line of dried beef slices and sausage (also known as biltong and droëwors, respectively).  What sets this jerky apart from any other I’ve had is it’s fine quality.  This beef is grass-fed, made in the USA, and cured using a traditional South African method.  Like our previous snack, there are no chemicals or additives in this product- only the GOOD STUFF.  And yes, it is good.  It’s like I’m tasting the meat from beef brisket sandwich from my local NYC deli-  juicy and delicious, but dried for anytime enjoyment.  (jontyjacobs.com)

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    Finally, Fruitmania is a ready-to-drink “single shot” of five full servings of fruits and vegetables, along with dietary fiber.  Again, I am so happy to share that they are all natural and free of fat, gluten, cholesterol, lactose, and preservatives.  These nutrition packed drinks are made in the USA by NuvoSport and so tasty that they are gaining popularity across the world in China.  When introduced at a Chinese New Year celebration and Autumn moon cake festival, these drinks were a hit.  I liked the Fruit Punch best.  (nuvosport.com)

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  • WorldWide

    Shea Indulgence comes Just in Time for the Holidays!

    Shea butter-enriched lotions are my weakness. They smell delicious, they keep skin hydrated and they’re a 10/10 on the “pamper me” scale. So I’m really happy to see Essence of Beauty come out with a Shea Indulgence collection just in time for the holidays!

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    This fantastic line is available exclusively in CVS stores — but don’t let the inexpensive price tag fool you. The Shea Indulgence collection gives any expensive skincare range a run for its money. Why? Because Essence of Beauty knows their stuff. They’re passionate about the products they create, enriching all their formulas with revitalizing passionflower seed and rice bran oils, antioxidant-rich vitamins, soothing aloe, and of course, renewing shea butter.

    But what they leave out of their skincare range is equally as important. Every Essence of Beauty cleanser, butter scrub and lotion is free from parabens, artificial dyes, phthalates, petrolatum, and gluten.

    Take a peek at what the master perfumers have to say about Essence of Beauty:

    Now onto their Shea Indulgence collection:

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    Butter Scrub ($7.99): This product is divine, removing dead skin cells and renewing your skin. I use this as soon as I step in the shower and the smell is wonderful! Think silky shea butter mixed with coconut milk and creamy vanilla.

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    Cream Shower Cleanser ($6.99): This shower cleanser is cheaper than the one I ordinarily use but is twice as great! It lathers up in an instant and pampers your skin while showering. Believe me, I’ve given my other shower cleanser the flick after using this.

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    Body Butter ($7.99) and Body Lotion ($6.99): Both these products are great for after-shower pampering. Work the body butter into those dry areas such as hands, elbows, knees, and heels (great for winter!), and use the body lotion to keep skin soft and smooth.

    And because the holidays are right around the corner, Essence of Beauty also has a great Shea Indulgence Body Care Collection for gift-giving (the 3-piece set above, $9.99). So good!

    Like CVS Beauty Club on Facebook and enter the Essence of Beauty Fine Fragrance Instant Win Game. They’re giving away 100 prize packages, including a full line of your signature scent and a $500 gift card to CVS/pharmacy!

  • New York

    Camping Gear and More and the all NEW @BKoutdoor

    Those who love adventure and the outdoors now have a new destination for all of their outdoor needs–Brooklyn Outdoor Provisions.

    At Brooklyn Outdoor Provisions, we carry the very best in outdoor equipment and clothing. From industry leading brands, we’ve got what you need for all of your camping, running and yoga pursuits.

    Along with excellent gear, Brooklyn Outdoor Provisions provides expert advice on both equipment and application. And, for those whose adventures are just beginning, we offer a robust rental program, with a full array of equipment. As our Store Manager, Avi David Edelson, says “Whether it’s fitting you for a new pack, sharing a favorite backcountry recipe, or offering  advice for your next international adventure, our greatest joy is helping you make the most of your trip.”

    As a member of the ever-growing Brooklyn community, we  look forward to working alongside other businesses and not-for-profit organizations throughout the borough. And, we plan to start by offering  free yoga classes to our community every Sunday evening.

    189 Utica Ave, Brooklyn NY in Crown Heights

  • New York

    The City Girl Shoes @NayaShoes

    Naya is a line of shoes created for women who want beautiful, comfortable shoes perfect for the CITY. I recently tried leather shoes from Naya called “Valerie” and I have nothing but amazing things to say. Naya’s styles are made with soft, hand-finished leathers, rich colors and a patented comfort system. Wherever possible, Naya uses materials that leave a softer footprint on the Earth.

    They are available in NYC at Lord & Taylor stores and at Nordstrom.

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    The Valerie is a leather suede bootie with a round toe and chunky heel. It has micro studs in the back. When the shoes arrived in the bright green box and separate shoe bags and a shoe form, I knew I was in for a treat. The heels are not too heavy but substantial for city sidewalks. The round toe is fashionable, fun and good for all day walking. I matched these shoes with an asymmetric jersey high slit dress but it can go really cute with drop crotch pants and light  denim of some sort.

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    The Valerie bootie is for cities girls like and I will wear them all the time before the snow hits the ground!

    https://www.facebook.com/NayaShoes