Now that you’ve got that $1,000+ ‘It’ bag, you want to take good care of it (i.e., not hanging on the chair or resting it on the filthy floor). At home of course you can store it in it’s labeled dust bag but what about when you’re out and about? There’s the purse hook. And then there’s the FUMI. The FUMI is a new kind of purse hook. It’s a “Fashionable, Unique, Multipurpose Innovation” purse hook that triples as a handbag hanger, handbag accessory and bracelet. The FUMI comes in silver and gold tones, as well as with leather reptile or...  Read More..

I read about the new scent paint called Wode by Boudicca, and was very intrigued. I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it! Wode is described as a revolutionary art fragrance. It comes in a fancy spray paint can and sprays on blue. Yes, blue! Within minutes, the color disappears and all that remains is the delightfully woodsy scent with hints of spicy herbal notes.  The scent is really nice, and lasts all day. But what I love the most is just the whole allure of the product. I have been wearing this scent every day since I received it, because it is just so fun to come fresh out of the shower...  Read More..

Huey Lewis said it was hip to be square but he had no idea just how hip! The hippest square around now is The Cube at Marshall’s. The Cube is a mini boutique – sort of a store within the store. I was already a fan of Marshall’s – I love off-price shopping! You wouldn’t believe some of the designer pieces I’ve found in the past (like Dior sunglasses and a Valentino dress). So I was excited to receive a Marshalls gift card to go and check out the Cube. I headed over to my nearest Cube location (find yours here) and spied the Cube concept right away. The items in the Cube are for a bit...  Read More..

The single most effective thing in standing out from others is how you dress. It is entirely possible to attract the attention of dozens of people by simply walking into the room wearing the right thing. The woman who commits to having a style that truly expresses herself without fear will have a huge advantage in getting noticed. In a city as vast and varied as New York it’s very difficult to be unique…oh wait actually it’s not; just go to the corner of Avenue A and East 3rd Street. MoMoFalana has occupied that address for 9 years. They have been carried by Henri Bendel’s...  Read More..

Don’t get me wrong, I love a gladiator. I wish I had one that worked. I spent $650 on these Giuseppe Zanotti Women’s Gladiator Sandal last year and they just never worked. They always made me feel like Big Foot when I put them on, Maybe its the size 9 I sport, or the skinny ankle/wide foot ratio I was born with. But a gladiator with a high heel, like the Sergio Rossi Momo Bis Painted Python Gladiator Sandal – that’s a different story. Now we’re talking sexy and tough, edgy and dangerous. Put these on and you will attract some very expensive attention. In...  Read More..

I am not usually a fan of spicy fragrances; I tend to go more for the sweet ,fruity scents. Recently I got a sample of the Body Shop‘s Ginger Body Souffle and wasn’t sure if I was going to like the scent. After a shower, I opened the soufflé and the texture and scent was just delightful. It is like gliding silk onto your skin, so soft, light, and moisturizing. The scent is incredible and there is effervescence to it that is really refreshing. It is subtle, but long-lasting, and blends well with your fragrance. I regret not trying the Ginger line sooner, as there is also a scrub and...  Read More..

As a self-proclaimed makeup addict, I probably have more cosmetics than I need. I currently store it all in a large train case, which is wonderful for organization, but not the easiest to access every time I need a touch-up. I recently went looking for a more portable solution, and I came upon the Trish McEvoy Deluxe Planner Makeup System. It is exactly what I have been searching for, and I wanted to pass on the info to fellow make-up lovers. With Trish McEvoy‘s planner system, you buy the planner, which come in a few different sizes, depending on your needs, and then you create makeup ‘pages’....  Read More..

Stars shined on the 66th Annual Golden Globes red carpet. Kate Beckinsale looked stunning in a sleek white J. Mendel gown that could easily be worn as a chic wedding dress. Drew Barrymore looked astonishing and all grown up with a Marilyn Monroe hairstyle and a haute pale blue silk organza Dior gown. Eva Mendes also looked amazing in Dior wearing a strapless white gown with a surprisingly flattering oversized bow down the front right side. A tiered turquoise choker accented the dress and her skin tone beautifully. Beyonce wore her usual beaded creation but looked gorgeous as always with a diamond...  Read More..

With awards season in full swing, it’s time for celebrities to bring out the bling! And with Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking of gift ideas. Diamonds may be a girls’ (and guy’s) best friend but diamonds set in platinum shine like the stars. But you don’t need to be a star to sport your own platinum baubles. Platinum has long been a status symbol – think platinum records, platinum awards, and of course, platinum jewelry. I personally love it because of its color, purity and durability. It’s naturally white like silver and white gold but its luster...  Read More..