Archive for October, 2009

Calling all Frugal Fashionistas

Think designer duds are out of your price range? Now you can snag some celeb style, hot off the runways and at reasonable prices. Many of the hottest, most chic designers are creating lines featuring gorgeous style at totally do-able prices!  (Um, hello… $9.99-$199.00!!!) Whether you are a “recessionista”  looking to add some inexpensive, chic pieces to spice up the wardrobe you already have, or you are a full-fledged “fashionista” ready to create an entire new wardrobe, these designers and deals make it easy!

Do you consider yourself a “Gossip Girl” who loves Upper East Side style with a bit of a downtown edge?  Then you will love the Anna Sui collection currently available at Target.  Classic dresses with glam details and sweet Tees and vests stand out in this limited collection available now.  But hurry, some pieces are already sold out!

Anna Sui for Target

Anna Sui for Target

More of a simple girl with a love of classic design and sophisticated color palates?  Then Simply Vera Wang at Kohl’s may have something for you. You’ll find beautiful basics, like dark denim and basic Tees that can be paired with statement jewelry and a bold scarf to give you a casual, chic look for fall.  Vera Wang’s designs also include home fashions, intimates, shoes and handbags and are easily available online.

Simply Vera Python Hobo

Simply Vera Python Hobo

Up on all newest trends? Sure you are, you fashion “it” girl!  Find some great pieces in the I “Heart” Ronson collection now available at JCPenney…yes, you heard it right…JCPenney! Charlotte Ronson, hip designer to the stars, shares her beautiful vintage style floral dresses, oh-so necessary leggings, and cropped tops with the masses.  These syles are available on the JCPenney website and show ways to style yourself like a star! What I love most about this collection is that there are infinite styling possibilities to create so many cute looks.

I Heart Ronson for JCPenney

I Heart Ronson for JCPenney

Ready for the piece de resistance? How about a little Jimmy Choo for H&M ? It’s OK…I’ll give you a moment to catch your breath. In select stores, starting November 14, H&M will carry a limited collection of Jimmy Choo shoes and accessories. Because this collection is so exclusive, the store will be enforcing a system in which the first 160 to arrive will be issued a wristband and a designated shopping time and a limited number of items will be allowed per shopper. How VERY exclusive!

Jimmy Choo for H&M

Jimmy Choo for H&M

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Deeply Dark and Decadent

Hershey's Extra Dark It seems like everywhere I turn, new products are popping up claiming that they are high in antioxidants.  From face cleansers to lotions,  to supplements to teas, it seems like everything is getting a boost from these tiny molecules that help to reduce nasty free radicals and possibly even aid in the fight against diseases like coronary heart disease and even cancer.  So I felt it only right that I set out on the journey to find some natural sources of antioxidants.  To my surprise, and absolute delight, I found a great new product that naturally contains high levels of antioxidants and is given the best life seal of approval…and oh yeah, did I mention is also completely decadent?

Hershey, the iconic brand that brings us our favorites like KitKat and Reeses’s, now creates a delicious collection of Extra Dark chocolates . Research shows that one serving of Hershey’s Extra Dark chocolate contains the flavanol antioxidants equal to 2 glasses of red wine or 1 1/3 cup of blueberries. And with 60% cacoa expertly mixed with thoughtful ingredients like pomegranates, blueberries, almonds and cranberries, these treats are nothing short of sinful! Trust me, I’ve tried three of the varieties and even put my hubby through a “taste-test” and we both agree…they are delicious! (Yes, I know it’s hard work, but someone has to do it.)

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So this Halloween, leave the milk chocolate and gummy goodies for the “trick-or-treaters” and give yourself a well-deserved, healthy treat from Hershey’s. Speaking of Halloween and treats, don’t forget to check out Hershey’s special Halloween Treats site for great holiday snack and treat recipes as well as great craft and decorating ideas for all the little “monsters” in your life!

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