HSN Introduces spring collections Eureka by Christos Garkinos and Hal Rubenstein

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Eureka by Christos Garkinos is launching for the first time this month on HSN and Hal Rubenstein is returning with new styles, both lines exclusive with HSN.  It’s almost time to pack up our winter wardrobe and break out our print dresses, sleeveless tops and spring colors!

 

Eureka by Christos Garkinos: Christos will be live on HSN with Eureka by Christos Garkinos on March 20^th. The collection offers women pieces that showcase her best assets in silhouettes that are form fitting, yet flattering in sizes ranging from XS to 3X and 4-16, 16W-42W from $49.90 to $119.90 (with a small accessory at $29.90.)

 

Hal Rubenstein: Hal will be live on HSN with Hal Rubenstein from March 20^thto March 22^nd with his namesake collection ranging in price from $39.90 – $299.90. Hal Rubenstein is about a woman presenting her best self to the world every day, as Hal would say “make an entrance”; the collection was designed to reflect her personal style and flatter her unique shape.

 

NYFW: Men of the Gilded Age look chic thanks to Jenny Balding and Cutler/Redken

 

Jenny Balding, NYC Cutler Salon Stylist & Redken Grooming & Styling Expert, styled that hair at the Gilded Age FW14 Collection during New York Fashion Week.

“Edgar Allan Poe started an exploration of the heart of darkness that kick-started the art movement of symbolism, which inspired 20th-century surrealism, and, in turn, altered the direction of literature, arts and fashion.” – Stefan Miljanic, Gilded Age Designer

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“The look for Gilded Age had a poetic feel – keeping looking tailored but with a natural disheveled finish.  This complimented the clothes beautifully as the collection is one of a poetic, tailored feel.  This look works best when there is longer layers through the front area especially .” – Jenny Balding, NYC Cutler/Redken Stylist   

Create the Look

• Start by creating a natural side part.
• On damp hair, use a blow dryer and use your fingers  to maneuver the hair over to one side casually.
• Redken For Men dishevel is is perfect for most hair types to create the finish for this look.
• Use small amounts and starting at the crown work your way forward to the front to create this slight disheveled, poetic look.

 

NYFW smells sweeter with the new Mercedes Benz Womens Fragrance

Twice a year, NYC becomes “Fashion Central”. Everyone wants to attend NYFW…but so few have the opportunity.  It’s almost become a fight to the finish to get one of the elusive tickets. Why… because its more than a luxury brand, Mercedes-Benz is a name that signifies belonging.  Belonging to a certain world. Sharing a lifestyle. A life dedicated to style. Sharing habits, outlooks and preferences; the electrifying ambiance of back stage. Limited access. Private entry. Exclusivity. It’s a brand at the cutting edge of the trend, the heart of the vortex.

Mercedes-Benz Fragrance For Women is a status, no it’s an attitude.  The perfume is remarkably elusive, rich and sophisticated. Unique and decidedly different. When it pleases, it pleases enormously. All the qualities of a classic fragrance, all the signs of luxury. A fresh, powdery, floral perfume showcasing the creativity and modernity of the unusual accord of mimosa and violet. It opens brightly with a hint of bergamot to pique curiosity, softened by a peach so perfectly tangy it makes your mouth water. After the fresh top notes the composition moves into a delicate floral heart, a voluptuous, luxurious bouquet of mimosa-violet, rose and lily-of-the-valley, sustained by a deep silage of patchouli, white musk and vanilla.

Let’s not forget that the bottle that holds the fragrance also evokes an attitude.  This is a flacon with all gentle curves of a women’s body. The transparency lets light shine through the absolute smoothness of the bottle. The bottle provokes hand, eye and desire.  Just like fashion, the one who wears it…is chic and refined…totally in step with the changes of the world, yet makes her own choices, and depends on nothing nor anyone.

So even if you can’t attend a show (or for a lot of folks who say they are attending NYFW…when they are only going to the parties or lounges) you can at least smell like you belong.

Eau de Parfum Natural Spray – 90 ml – $90.00*

Eau de Parfum Natural Spray – 60 ml – $79.00*

Eau de Parfum Natural Spray – 30 ml – $67.00*

*Available at specialist perfume retailers

PitBull Man (and woman) fragrance inspired electric energy

Inspired by pulsating beats and electric lights illuminating each city, each night, Pitbull, the globally successful music icon and business entrepreneur, announces the launch of brand new scents for men and women, PITBULL Premier Fragrances. Take a trip around the world with these two new fragrances which embody the electric energy of each city and its nightlife with provocative and seductive notes that will last until sunrise.

PITBULL WOMAN This sexy, fun fragrance can be described in one word: vibrant. What a wonderful new fragrance to wear at your rehearsal dinner.

PITBULL MAN is an ultra-masculine, provocative, and seductive scent with signature notes of citrus and musk. This mix of notes created unmistakable confidence. Confidence is what you want your new bride to feel as you begin that journey together.

PITBULL MAN and PITBULL WOMAN are sold for a suggested retail price of $30 USD/1.0 oz., $45/1.7 oz., and $55 USD/3.4 oz. Available now exclusively on Amazon.com.

Travel the VitaMan way

Guys, this is new…and for you.

Leading pioneers of Australian Men’s Grooming, VitaMan have launched a new range of Travel Essential Packs in the USA designed for the man on the go.  Australia’s award winning, all natural, men’s skincare and grooming brand, is now available in 5 Travel Essential targeted solutions, ideal for the discerning traveller who desires only the best grooming products when travelling for business or leisure.

Since launching in 1999 in Sydney, Australia – VitaMan has been devoted to providing the best in men’s shaving and skincare utilising natural, organic and unique Australian native plant, fruit and herbal extracts within its proven and effective formulas.  That means, this is a company that created it for you….not reconfigured from a woman’s product. They have taken your specific need in mind and packaged them in convenient travel size. So they are available and TSA approved or for your gym bag.

The range includes:

Travel Essentials – Shave (Gel)
RRP $39.00
This is the ultimate Shave duo for the smoothest, closest shave that will have you putting your best face forward every time – everywhere.
Contains:
• Shave Gel 50ml
• After Shave Balm 50ml

Travel Essentials – Shave (Crème)
RRP $43.00
The perfect arrival survival duo to keep your skin looking smooth & hydrated no matter how far from home.
Contains:
• Shave Crème 50ml
• Face Moisturiser 50ml

Travel Essentials – Face
RRP $62.00
This amazing face saver trio will keep your skin feeling and looking clean and hydrated throughout your journey and beyond! The ultimate jetlag prevention will have you arriving looking your best.
Contains:
• Face & Body Cleanser 50ml
• Toner 100ml
• Face Moisturiser 50ml

Travel Essentials – Detox
RRP $62.00
Put your best face forward with this power-packed
clear skin trio designed to clean and repair your skin.
Contains:
• Face Scrub 50ml
• Face Mud Masque 50ml
• Toner 100ml

Travel Essentials – Massage
RRP $59.00
Share this romantic spa experience with your partner using these amazing massage products – relaxing massage oil and warm soy body candle – it will be a massage to remember!
Contains:
• Relaxing Massage Oil 100ml
• Soy Body Candle 50gm

Made from certified organic ingredients in a base of Organic White Tea, VitaMan products are free of parabens, sulphates, glycols, artificial colours and fragrances, TEA/DEAs, Mineral Oil, Ethanol, Lanolin, Phthalates – all for your skin’s well being.

The kits are a great price point and perfect for your groomsmen. Why shouldn’t you look as good as your bride right?
VitaMan is used and sold in some of the world’s most luxurious hotels and resorts, spas and high-end department stores in over 35 countries worldwide and is the official Men’s Spa Partner Brand for Hilton Hotels for their spa concept: eforea-Spa at the Hilton. In the United States, VitaMan’s full range is available from the iconic Barney’s Department store and the new Travel Essentials range can be found at DFASS Duty Free Dallas Texas and online at www.vitaman-usa.com

Vendor spotted at: BeautyPress

Morgan Taylor Whimisical Nails

Fashion went to the dogs at Jen Kao where Afghan pooches inspired the long flowing hair while earthy matte skin-tone manicures and pedicures accented the ode to the American West in boxy frayed plaids and denims. Colors used were Morgan Taylor In The Nude topped with Mattes A Wrap.

 

 

 

At Malan Breton, manicures inspired by sapphires set in platinum were created using Rhythm And Blues silhouetted in Chain Reaction on elegant almond-shaped nails.  Yigal Azrouël‘s sexy black and white collection with graphic cutouts based on optical effects was completed by a severe matte fleshtone mani trimmed with a sleek black edge. The colors used were a custom-blended foundation and Little Black Dress tips under Mattes A Wrap.

Thakoon presented a studied feminine silhouette in crisp whites and icy pastels, accented with light-reflecting details – crystal chains, metallic lace, and pearl straps. Pretty oval shaped manicures in Adorned in Diamonds sparkly cool pale pink caught the light.

 

 

Zac Posen‘s ultra romantic, rococo ruffled gowns and voluminous floral prints in dusty pastels inspired a faded ‘rosegarden manicure’ using Coming Up Roses at the base, an earthy pink, and fading at the tip to Polished Up, a cool pastel.

Morgan Taylor is a prestige professional lacquer collection of 100 shades that debuted worldwide in May 2013. It is sold exclusively in salons, retail price is $8.50 per bottle. For salon locations visit www.MorganTaylorLacquer.com.

Wine Wednesday: Plated meals are pretty simple and pretty delicious

I like cooking but truly am a better baker until I discovered Plated.  Plated is a food delivery service that not only put the joy back in cooking, they made it as easy as 1-2-3.  Their recipes are really easy to recreate and you know what…they look just like the Plated picture and taste amazing.

Of course it would be two Harvard Business School alums (Nick Taranto and Josh Hix) to compile gourmet recipes from noted chefs and deliver all the ingredients necessary to make a home-cooked meal. After all, we know all students can only eat so many packets of noodles and cold pizza and they take it a step further. With Plated, everything from the meats, vegetables, and spices directly to your door – everything! Members must order at least four plates per week so just consider it at least 2 full meals for 2 (shipping and tax are included in the price). Considering what you may pay for a night out, the price ($14 to $15 per plate for non-members, and as little as $10 to $12 per plate for members) is truly affordable and so much healthier.

What made Plated super attractive is that each box has a generous helping of fruits and vegetables essential to a healthy diet. Since the fruits and veggies in each box are sourced direct from farmers, your Plated greens are fresher than what you’d buy at a grocery store.  All you need is the pot to cook it in and of course…a beautiful ‘plate’. You don’t have to worry about it spoiling, because it is packaged in a cooling box, so it will be waiting for you when you get home – fresh as can be.

I love this for couples and soon to be couples.  Choosing your meal for the following week is really exciting and when it arrives, honestly, it’s a blast opening it and getting my “Top Chef Self” ready to cook. 

Try it yourself, go to https://www.plated.com/invites/49f0e0 and use the code: Lisa’sreaders to try 2 for FREE.  Let me know how you do and what you think.