One reason I love to blog is that I have a captive audience of readers to whom I can air my ideas, theories and whims. Here is my current obsession—and for once it has to do directly with fashion: the House of Lanvin. I wear the perfume (it smells like apricots) the famous ballet flats (so chic, … [Read more...]
Beauty Blog Roundup Time!
February 29, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Guy Trends! Notice the troop of males sporting extra large ear ornamentation at this year's Oscar celebration? Read more at Glamour.com ... Whilst in the land of Smarter Beauty we discussed: I chose my favorite picks for best make-up and hair at this years Oscars! The Good, The Bad, & John … [Read more...]
Kylie Minogue: Smells Like Showtime
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Kylie really wants us to smell like her. She's about to release her third fragrance, Showtime, which is supposed to represent her vivacious stage personality. Word has it that it will be fruity, mixing strawberry and loganberry with florals, sweet licorice and pralines . It's set for a February release … [Read more...]
Holiday Shopping: Save Plenty of Cents on Your Scents
November 27, 2007 By Leave a Comment
With the ease of online shopping, I really don't understand why anyone actually steps into a mall during the holidays anymore. Personally, I can't deal with the crowds, especially the ones at the perfume counters at the dreaded department store --fragrances are the perfect holiday gift, and everyone … [Read more...]
Bond No.9 and Saks Fifth Avenue Join Forces
October 31, 2007 By Leave a Comment
I'm a fan of Bond No.9 because their perfumes and colognes are always super sophisticated, unique, hip and full of wry wit. Now, the New York fragrance house has upped the luxury ante by partnering with Saks Fifth Avenue to bring us Saks Fifth Avenue for Him and one for Her, too. This is the first time … [Read more...]
Woodsy Deal: Arabie by Serge Lutens
August 2, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Ever since I took my first whiff of Serge Lutens' amazing array of fragrances, I've been whole-heartedly in love. I was able to smell almost every variety since those girls at Barney's can be so insistent, waving those little paper sticks around the way they do. I'm glad I did, though, because these … [Read more...]
Fake M by Mariah Carey Ads.
July 19, 2007 By Leave a Comment
You've heard of knock-off designer purses but what about fake-o ads? This pic of a vine-swinging Mimi has been floating around the internet purporting to be a real ad for Mariah Carey's upcoming women's perfume, M: Too bad it's just an old Gisele ad: According to Young, Black and Fabulous, … [Read more...]
15% Off at Beauty Intuition
July 16, 2007 By 1 Comment
Who doesn't love a beauty deal? Here's a great one from Beauty Intuition, an online cosmetic shop that carries makeup, skin care products, perfume and more by brands like Kai, Jaqua, Fusion Beauty, Hamadi, and Antica Farmacista. You can get 15% off any purchase, and all you have to do is use this coupon. Happy … [Read more...]
Jimmy Choo Gets Glasses
June 18, 2007 By Leave a Comment
A week after inking a perfume licensing deal, Jimmy Choo has joined up with Safilo to create a luxury sunglasses line. The complete collection will be launched in 2008, and a prescription frame line will follow. The glasses will be sold at Jimmy Choo boutiques worldwide as well as exclusive department … [Read more...]
Jimmy Choo Smells
June 12, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Jimmy Choo, maker of the world's most coveted shoes, has signed a ten year fragrance licensing deal. The first of the perfume line will be a women's fragrance and is expected to debut in 2009. It's no secret that the company is attempting to expand its brand name--a move into the world of designer … [Read more...]
