Monday, August 16, 2010

weekend getaway

Palm Springs Windmills
Me lounging by the pool 
3 desserts for the birthday girl
Morning Walk
Birthday Cards
In the Salt Water Pool
Barneys Outlet

Palm Springs was a much needed getaway and it felt great to be in the sweltering desert heat. My mom wanted to relax on her birthday so we stayed at the Miramonte Resort.  Every day was filled with activities like morning walks and Hydro Yo Chi (a water  yoga/tai chi combo).  Of course we had to splurge on massages at The Well spa which features pure salt water pools and personalized aromatherapy treatments using Tara Oils.  On the drive home, it was impossible to not make a stop at the Barney's outlet in Cabazon outlet mall.  Have you taken any fun summer road trips?

Friday, August 13, 2010

Eyebrow Shaping Tutorial

Eyebrows are one of the most beautiful parts of a woman's face. Beautifully designed or penciled eyebrows can enhance many of our facial features. If they are not properly done they can make us feel uneasy and uncomfortable among others.

A beautifully shaped eyebrow can be sensual, dramatizing and sexy. I have embedded a video to show you the proper way to shape your eyebrows...Enjoy.

Man Fashion: Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2011 Final Round Up Part II

Continue from our previous post, here is our second review, Raf Simon's as well as Jean Paul Gaultier's mens fashion design in the recent Paris Fashion Week.





Raf Simons

The snazzy appeal of what we have yet to see was captured by Raf Simons on his SS 2011 Collection. A play of zippers, strings and waist bands is a refreshing take on the usual black and white canvas that is ultimately Spring and Summer in itself. Flowy pants and touch of orange, pastel green and a couple of yellowand black prints make for a sophisticated balance for the laid-back aura that the collection embodies.





Solid white and black vests and jackets are also a part of the ensemble. Skinny white shorts make for a casual street appeal that does not scream attention, yet commands simple amusement. Latex has played a relative part on some pieces, putting form and reaffirming the masculinity to the soft fabrics and asymmetrical, bold cuts.



Jean Paul Gaultier

Color, intricate prints and 3-D glasses helped Jean-Paul Gaultier with his collection this year. Once again, he has broken down the usual sights and pushed the edges of the Spring/Summer collection. Jean-Paul Gaultier did not disappoint with his futuristic prints on soft fabric and black and white base. Suits are well-defined with stripes and prints that spell ingenuity and intelligence. Blues and browns strengthen the already bold cuts, while white on black prints eases up the ensemble.





Peep-toed string sandals on jumpsuit and shorts,  beret and silver necklaces, denim and knits, and some hard-looking street-smart leather and latex affairs give the collection a bit of everything you may want for whatever adventures you may have this Summer.

Thursday, August 12, 2010

off to the desert

I'm off to Palm Springs for the weekend to celebrate my moms birthday! So excited for the hot desert heat and some full on relaxation.  And fyi to all the LA people, there's supposed to be a meteor shower tonight. Have a great weekend.

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

summer lovin


So the weather in LA hasn't been the typical hot high 80-degree weather we usually have in August but that doesn't mean I can't enjoy all of the things I love about summer..... long maxi dresses, sleeping in late, big floppy hats, ice cream and fun sunglasses.  What is your favorite summer indulgence?