Me wearing my Urban Decay Shades from the Deluxe Shadow Box ($38.00)
Trend: High Pigment Makeup, Eco-friendly products
Here's Why: If I were married to anything or anyone, Urban Decay's Shadow Boxes would've been my home wrecker. I've been in love with this company from day one, basking in the vibrance of their eye shadow colors which come in the most impressive designer packaging the industry has to offer. This company has made a name for itself on the strength of it's great products as well as it's cruelty-free policy and large number of vegan shades. However, something new has dawned, a palette complete with ONLY vegan shades. All this awesomeness and no animal by-products too? Absolutely! The six shades featured in this palette are: Minx, Urb, Gunmetal, Twice Baked, Smog, and Half-Baked along with a travel size primer potion (one of the best on the market) and a 24/7 glide-on eye pencil in Zero(black). Just when you think Urban Decay has spoiled you enough, they go and find another way to make you blush. No woman should be without such wonderful things in her life ;).
Purchase Info: Vegan Palette can be purchased for $34.00 [here] and orders that total $50 or more come with free shipping.
The Cranberries
Trend: Feather earrings, asymmetrical earrings
Here's Why: If you like to be different while maintaining an advanced sense of fashion then you spend a great deal of time seeking items that don't have a "mass produced" feel to them. Camille at Peace Images has the most unique style I've seen to hit the accessory isle in years. I found her products during a time when I was very disillusioned with the jewelry sections of many stores. Her pieces breathe life into any outfit and garner red carpet style attention through their one-of-a-kind appeal. All the items sold at Peace Images are handcrafted manifestations of the creative vision from one fiercely fashionable woman. Having been a patron of her products for about two years now, I can attest to the special feeling that overcomes you and the people who perpetually compliment you when wearing her jewelry. I've noticed I get the most compliments when wearing her "non-matching" yet complementary styled earrings and The Cranberries happens to fit the description. The colors in this accessory are perfect for both the summer and fall seasons. During summer, more often than not, women find themselves pulling their hair either up or back (effect of sweat beads forming on the neck); what better way to accessorize these hairstyles than with a pair of exceptionally gorgeous and adorably feminine earrings with an earthy feel.
Purchase Info: The Cranberries are $34.50 on Peace Images website, click here to shop (The Cranberries ). There are 100 items on sale here (Peace Images ) so feel free to browse. Also, the designer of the jewelry at Peace Images, Camille, is on Twitter and can be followed at @peaceimages .
Trend: Natural Skincare
Here's Why: Do you envision skin that feels baby smooth soft fresh out of the shower before you even moisturize? Then this product is a must-have for you. I personally have been using these soaps and body whips since December of 2009 and they have spurned a revitalization of my sensitive and typically fussy skin. The bar pictured above lasts about a week and a half to two weeks. With each order you receive free samples and a quote that reminds of you of just how ALIVE you are. All of the products are made from natural ingredients and by hand. Milk and Honeycomb is the most popular scent and it does indeed leave your nostrils and skin in a state of yummy goodness. I've tried several other scents as well and was just as pleased with their performance. I had the opportunity to personally meet the owner of Buhdze back in December and my skin has been in her hands ever since. She is a woman with a beautiful spirit who after several bouts with dermatologists decided to take skincare into her own hands. She also offers larger sized bars which last even longer, click here ( Buhdze ) to see for yourself. Try her products out today, you're skin will thank you ;).
Purchase Info: Soaps begin at $6.50 and go up to about $10.00. Visit Buhdze to try the natural products by clicking here www.buhdze.com
Trend: Smartphone, Touchscreen technology
Here's Why: First and foremost, anything NOT touchscreen should be turned over to the Salvation Army. Next, the new iPhone supports video calling. Thanks to the cameras on the front and back of this phone, you can now be watched while conversing. Skype has arrived for cellphone users! New technology supports using multiple apps at once with smooth performance. Videos have been infused with HD quality. All this and the best Application Store in the industry makes the iPhone 4 what everyone has GOTTA HAVE! Of course iPhone has competition but why settle for a copy when the original is still available? Authenticity is always more fashionable than imitation.
Purchase Info: available in Apple Retail Stores THURSDAY (6/24)! Cost ranges from only $199-$299
Trend: Shirt dress, Nautical
Here's Why: The shade of red alone brings enough energy to your look it won't matter much how well constructed the garment is. However, this adorably versatile dress blends in a casually sexy trend....the multipurpose shirt dress. This look can easily be elevated a few notches with a thicker, light gray or bronze colored belt, large dangling earrings, layers of bracelets, and matching heels. For daytime glam, pair with gladiator sandals or fringed infused sandals. Either way you mix it, this look will leave you refreshingly STYLISH.
Purchase Info: This item was made by designer DKNY and can be found in the Neiman Marcus online store here Shirtdress for a selling price of $295.00 (US)
Trend: Sequin, Clean-fit Shorts
Here's Why: These are a must have for the woman who hits the streets with her chicas or chico(s) for a sexy night out. Shorts showcase one of the many female assets loved by men and women alike,curvy legs! Skin is always in for the summer and the sequin gives this popular trend (shorts) just the spice of life needed to take your sex appeal from a level 2 to a perfect 10. Pair these with heels and your night goes from good to great.
Purchase Info: This item can be found at www.bcbg.com for a selling price of $98.00 (US).
