So....we ALL have some body parts we like more than others, right? I know that modern sentiment dictates we "love them all regardless" and I try, I really do but sometimes a girl has to resort to some illusion in order to divert attention to the good-stuff and minimize the not so in my opinion. Goddess Granny here soon to be on her way to Vegas with my fabulous man to see some shows, shop for some shoes, and maybe even get a bit lucky? I'm not much of a gambler but wish me luck anyways!
If I could, I would dress every single day in fabulous black opaque tights and either some sleek boots or shoes that are TDF. I love the ease of it, the EVER so flattering results, and the fact that every single little nick, scar, bug-bite, wayward-vein and bruise are masked to perfection under that layer of beautiful black. Unfortunately, I currently live in the land of the sweltering-sun aka South Texas and this fave look of mine is honestly only worn in reality a few select weeks out of the year: sometimes I DO try out of sheer desperation prompting myself that it's IN STYLE to wear said tights and boots to run errands in but alas, when everything starts to sick in the most unflattering places because it's simply too damn hot, I give up my dream of leg-perfection fast.
I have found a rather fabulous "solution" to my personal beauty bugaboo of "less than perfect bare legs" that I'm dying to share with y'all!
Babylove here! My three year old, William, is obsessed with washing not only his hands, but his feet, his face, his trucks, and just last week, I found him washing a pair of my underwear. I could care less about the cost of running water, and as long as he knows the difference between the hot and cold water knobs, he could wash, wash, wash all day long. I'm currently looking around at a few restaurants in the area to see if they employ toddlers. Kiss My Face was kind enough to send us a round up of their kid's products. The product that I received was the foaming hand wash. I love this soap, and so did everyone else in my family!
The soap comes in a bright orange, oversized pump which is easy for everyone, including three year-olds, to use. It smells fantastic, just like oranges. The soap foams up really well, allowing William to see exactly where he has enough, and the areas where he needs more. What I love most about the product is that it actually washes off without leaving a nasty, slimy feeling. After a quick rinse, the soap was gone. Whenever I use regular hand soap, it gets underneath my rings, and always leaves me feeling like I need to wash again.
Meg here! Life is funny, our wonderful Jeanasina sent me an email yesterday letting me know she was under the weather and to ask me if I could cover for her. Of course I could. The only problem was I have been in NYC for the past 10 days running from meeting to meeting learning about the new Holiday gift lines. I had no time to break out something new and really spend the time that I usually do to give a product justice.
Then I got an email, a girlfriend of mine asked me if I would want to cover The new Limited Pop Up Store in Soho. I would come down and blog in the store's window and learn about the line and then of course, fab cocktail party.
So now I am like a zoo animal typing this and ignoring the people that walk by and look confused "why is that lady working in the window?" If you happen to be near 134 Spring Street then come on by and stare at me like a circus freak. Unless you're that annoying guy I'm hiding from, in that case the store's in Brooklyn.
Sweetassgal loves herself a good bath. In fact, I do believe I have elevated the bath ritual to an art form. Much to Sweetassguy's chagrin because our bathroom currently looks like a specialty bath shop exploded and rained down body scrubs, bath oils and body washes all over the place. Not an exaggeration...I have so many bath products that I have to put up shelving above the tub to house them all. Otherwise you can't step one tootsie in the tub without knocking over about 20 jars and tubes off the edge and into my freshly bath bombed water! When there is SO much glorious softening goodness out there to try who can stop at just one scent or application method? Really now...can ya' blame a girl for simply wanting it all? In fact I believe that just may be the unspoken Meg's mantra because YES...we DO want it all and we deserve it!
Banana Bliss...Creamy Coconut...German Chocolate Cake...Goddess Granny here feelin' my butt grow bigger just whispering these words! To me, "foody scents" are the stuff of dreams and oh so satisfying without any guilt! I for one am weary of smearing tofu on a carrot and trying to fake myself into thinking it's Carrot Cake with Cream cheese Icing.
I want to smell and smell like things that make my mouth water and that might even be a bit "edible-smelling" to the hot man I'm married to as well! It's been proven time and time again that "foody smells" with vanilla at the top of the list really DO incite those bump n' grind urges in men!
Works for me too: if I can't EAT these yummy tasting treats very often it's all the more reason to indulge in their scents whenever possible, right?
Meg here! I know Costco isn't a drugstore but it does have a drug section. I found a great deal, even better then 100 rolls of toilet paper for $20.00!
It's funny how you hear something once and then you notice it everywhere. It's not like you ladies don't know that I'm a total sucker for a bargain! So of course I own a Costco card. Why pay $4.99 for 6 pickles when I can pay $7.50 for 60 pickles! I mean, right?
I'm in Costco and then I spot MORE Natural Upper Canada. Two Hand Repair Balms and a Body Lotion for $13.99!! Full Size! I threw a few into my cart-Buying in Bulk Never Felt So Good! I asked the manager and it appears that this is just a deal for the Los Angeleno's. However, read Sweetassgal's review below and fall more in love with the line.
Gigi here! I am "chipped off." I had the chance to return to my wonderful school for a special service and my excitement was akin to a child's on Christmas Eve. I wanted to look perfect and that justified shopping for new clothing and pulling out my big guns, my arsenal of most-loved cosmetics to glow, the ones I keep preserved under glass like a firehose, broken only for emergencies.
Repugnant is the best adjective to describe my nails. Medications, anesthesia, and dyes given to me have wrought devastation. They grow slowly, peel faster than an as-advertised-on-TV onion chopper, and aren't reacting to my dutiful intake of B vitamins. I was running late (nothing new for me) and my favorite nail products were not in the aforementioned treasure chest. I opted to apply an express-dry topcoat as a base, color, and then finished with another layer of speed dry. (Pigment applied to bare nails will tend to leave a hard-to-remove yellow stain behind.) I detest what I call "sheet marks," those free-style swirling designs and lumps resembling the work of Jackson Pollock, the ones you find if your polish doesn't dry thoroughly. None for me. I began to sing "I Feel Pretty," "Isn't She Lovely?" and an edited version of "Werewolves of London" with the line "I saw a werewolf at Trader Vic's; her nails were perfect."
"It's raining,it's pouring..." Goddess Granny just put on her flip-flops and went out to splash around in a puddle! Some new beauty treatment aka a mud-pedi or something you ask? Naw...it's just that it's literally been MONTHS since I have seen the wet stuff and it did me good to just go wallow in the mud for a few minutes.
Sometimes those "simple pleasures" really ARE the best!
I also love when a company keeps thing real and simple: an edited menu of fabulous products containing elegantly pure and refined ingredients can be more satisfying than an entire buffet of less than exciting fare! I for one am a believer that quality=longevity as well.
A company that has been in biz since 1969? Obviously they are doing a LOT right! With an incredible, creative, and thoughtful line of specialty bath and body products, "Naturally Upper Canada" has achieved this amazing degree of success and continues to set the bar in the bath and body industry. Exceptional quality-standards in a product will win out over trendy packaging every time with me and although I do love a good glitter-infused tub o' lovely here and there, I adore their sparse but beautifully-shaped and simple presentation in a rich brown jar. Their commitment to quality and purity combined with exceptional value in products that are divine simply cannot be beat!
Stylemama here! "Reveal the skin Mother Nature intended you to have." Exactly. That’s what we really want and Moon’s Harvest Bath & Body Shop is determined we get it. I love that, I really do.
If I could give every single one of our beloved Megheads a little love it would be a Moon’s Harvest Sweetheart Cupcake. This is the most adorable yet totally sophisticated bubbling bath bomb I’ve ever had the privilege of using. This life size cupcake is made up of both a Bath Bomb and a Bubble Bar.
I was very impressed with the design, the quality, and the attention to detail of this product. Imagine old school quality coupled with modern creativity and flair. But, before I delve into all of the details, I must brag about the unique aesthetics. The box alone arrives beautifully gift wrapped, complete with ribbons, hearts and pretty pink tissue paper.
Meg here! I know, easy title. It's important I give you as much information as possible because mark my words. This is a line your going to be seeing everywhere. Crazylibellule And The Poppies make crazy sticks solid perfume. They have cult-like status in Paris and now they're making their way to the states! They are luxury at a very affordable price ($18-tres chic!) Like any good Parisian-or woman-they admire Coco Chanel. They love her, they know I love her, it makes perfect sense that they sent over their crazy stick titled "Hommage A Gabrielle." The perfume is named in honor of Coco. In case you didn't know-Gabrielle is Coco's real name.
Eleni and MissRo saw the "Hommage A Gabrielle" packages come in and along with myself, we loved them. They look almost like an old fashioned case that a tube of stick matches would come in. It is the coolest presentation. Once you pull off the lid, the tube twists like a lipstick and the neatest solid perfume stick appears. I mean neat. The solid perfume even has a cap within the cap to keep the fragrance intact and fresh. It is really a great design concept. I hate sprays and sometimes the roll-on ball can leak. That will not be an issue with this. Packaging A+Price A+