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Splendicity Weekly Beauty Reads July 2008

July 26th, 2008 · No Comments

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From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

FASHION

Painfully Hip suggests the perfect havoc-wreaking ensemble for the next time a wild streak sneaks up on you.

Wardrobe Oxygen offers some tips for a woman in her ’30s to perform a proper closet clean-out.

The Well-Heeled Society interviews Shoe Designer Mark Schwartz about his journey from being the protégé of Roger Vivier to his website launch of High Heeled Art.

Snarkstress wants your opinion on Jessica Simpson’s latest look: Is she hot…or not?

Teen Style Lounge has found 3 pairs of double-duty cuties that will take your footwear wardrobe from summer to fall.

BEAUTY

A Touch of Blusher reveals where to indulge in beauty retail therapy in London.

The Fragrance Fanatic suggests some great gift sets exclusive to Nordstrom’s Beauty Exclusives sale.

Beautiful Makeup Search says to Ban the Bumps with Bikini Zone. She is so excited about this product that she is giving away five tubes of this fantastic cream.

Aging Fabulous says that she is in dire need of this neck cream from StriVectin.

Beauty Blogging Junkie has identified her holy grail concealer. Find out what it is here.

Beauty Banter uncovers the secret powers of ZINC… in sunscreen!

Beautyholics Anonymous discovered the joys of Too Faced’s Shadow Insurance. Bye bye crease lines!

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic found a great liquid makeup from Tarte, but hurry, it’s Limited Edition!

Beautynomics interviews PCA Skin Head Scientist/Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Linder about PCA Skin and gets to learn alot about skin care!

Steeping Beauty gets cleansing with NARS balancing foam mousse.

SHOPPING

eye4style gives in to a guilty fashion pleasure -Tori Spelling’s new jewelry line for HSN. Check it out here!


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ekoh promotion code

July 22nd, 2008 · No Comments

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Get some shopping in and get 20% off your purchase by using the code Splendicity for your discount!

 

 

A New Eco-Friendly In-Store/Online Boutique

Ekoh is an eco-conscious online boutique launched with a stellar array of prestige organic, natural and environmentally conscious beauty brands.

New and existing eco-friendly brands include: Jurlique , CARE by Stella McCartney, REN, Korres, Alison Raffaele, Kevin Murphy,  Shu Uemura, Malie, Tela, Sacred Locks, Body Sonya Dakar, Hamadi, Pangea, MOP, Herban Essentials, Ecoist Bags, Essence of Vali, Baggu Bags, Cargo PlantLove Lipstick, Dr. Hauschka and many more brands to come. 

My personal favorites are the SIGG water bottles, need some of those stat!  You’ve got to go through the link to get the discount.

*sorry I forgot the link, that’s what happens when I sleep post


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Splendicity Weekly Reads

July 12th, 2008 · No Comments

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

FASHION

Move over Serena Van Der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf. Eye4Style revisits the brash and bold style of Gossip Girl’s Chuck Bass . Don’t worry, ladies - there’s enough to go around.

Snarkstress implores you to help her figure out just what in the heck is going on with Brooke Hogan’s feet.

Teen Style Lounge wonders if you’ve seen the creepy pics of the immortal Miley Cyrus.

So what if summer’s halfway over? Find out what the latest summer trend is over at Hot Mama Daily!

STYLEnosh starts a flip-flop debate by asking, Why do men hate flip-flops?

SHOPPING

Aging Fabulous asks if it is a good deal when the sale price of a $1,125 cream is just $900?

The Latest Luxe is stepping things up with the Gucci Babouska Sandal. It’s your golden ticket for showing of that tan this season!

Wardrobe Oxygen offers some tips on how to properly add camisoles to your wardrobe.

BEAUTY

A Touch of Blusher loves gold!

The Fragrance Fanatic recommends two great Estee Lauder sets for Summer.

Philosophy introduces five new ways to experience the cult classic fragrance Amazing Grace - and Beautiful Makeup Search has the exclusive information.

Beauty Banter reviews Make Up Forever’s new HD products… and it’s WELL WORTH THE WAIT!!!

Cybelesays.com is cleaning out the beauty closet and giving away some fantastic beauty products! Don’t you need some new ones?

Beautynomics shares her Singaporean beauty adventure!

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic has the lowdown on the new NARS Fall 2008 Collection!

Steeping Beauty is introduced to Thevi Cometics!

The Scented Life is discussing Organic and Natural Perfumes


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Splendicity Weekly Reads

July 5th, 2008 · No Comments

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

BEAUTY

Aging Fabulous tried out some anti-aging products from L’Oreal’s Skin Genesis Line. Stop by to see what they were and what she thought.

NY Spender pampers herself with two new products that won’t break the bank.

Beauty Bento Box tells us how important it is for us to give our bare legs a sleek, sexy and glowing look that’s perfect for this summer.

Beauty Secrets Revealed shares a Homemade Lip Plumper Recipe

See how Beauty and Fashion Tech made her own mineral makeup using a Bramble and Berry Mineral Makeup Kit complete with pictures and swatches!

Viva Woman takes a look at ingredients that can cause your skin to become more sun sensitive.

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you how to create an orange, gold and teal eye look with Nars Cosmetics.

All That & a got a fresh new design and has a review of Not Just a Pretty Face, a book about the dangers in our makeup and skincare

Krizia from Beauty Match meets Candace Bushnell author of Sex and the City

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FASHION

Style…a work in progress proves that hope springs eternal…and finally gets her sticky little fingers on Heimstone’s Perfecto jacket…

Tops 2 Bottoms lets you in on the latest swimwear trend.

Would you wear a red wedding dress? Just A Formality features this gorgeous Justin Alexander Red Bridal Gown.

Kim atIndie Style File needs to be more graceful to be a ballerina, but at least can look like one with a tutu tank dress by ouma

Her Accessories wonders why we need camouflage Louis Vuitton? Pardon me, it’s called “Monogramouflage” - for the urban jungle perhaps?

Style Manila talks about a current styling project.

SHOPPING

CelebLOOK found some hot zebra print bikini’s that will have you looking as hot as Lisa Rinna in hers.

Enter to win this M Z Wallace handbag valued at $335 at Glamour Gift Guide.

Shoe Blitz features an assortment of Prada boots that are perfect for fall.

Shopalicious is pining over these to-die-for python heels — and they’re on sale!

ShopDiary says you can pre-order Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale Beauty Exclusives now before the sale officially begins on July 18.


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Splendicity Weekly Blog Reads

June 28th, 2008 · No Comments

From the Splendicity community, comes this week’s best in Beauty, Fashion and Shopping.

BEAUTY
The Fragrance Fanatic tells you some great ways to Wear Your Fragrance.

Aging Fabulous introduces us to Boots No7 Protect & Perfect Body Serum.

Beauty Banter asks celebrity makeup artists how to do a white eyelid right… must-have application tips and products for a fierce, summer white eye!

A Touch of Blusher looks at Dior’s fall 2008 makeup collection.

The Scented Life is excited to hear that Justin Timberlake will be the face of Givenchy’s new cologne, Play.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic finally finds a great concealer that will cover up her undereye area all day! It’s Tarte’s The Eraser!

Beautiful Makeup Search picks out some products from the Shu Uemura 25th Boutique Birthday collection.

Steeping Beauty Gets Smart with Peter Thomas Roth’s Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder!

FASHION
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some suggestions to give a modern and youthful look to your makeup routine.

The Well-Heeled Society shows you a worthwhile shoe investment, available in a spectrum of colors from Ralph Lauren.

She Knows Best is glad to report that David Arquette has redeemed himself.

Style Tots is giving away a Tutu from Prissy Poofs.

Snarkstress marvels that the potentially future First Lady, Michelle Obama, is an off-the-rack shopper - and is creating quite a frenzy in the process.

The Fashionable Kiffen asks “Denim or Not?”

SHOPPING
Style It Less offers up an Under $100 Look with a belted tunic, jeans and a Christian Louboutin Pumps replica.

Teen Style Lounge invites you to get your cute on with this summery (and cheap!) sundress and accessories outfit from Forever 21.

Have a splendid weekend!


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Weekly Splendid Reads, expiration date: none

June 14th, 2008 · 3 Comments

This weeks Splendicity Community reading is especially good for your beauty, there’s no expiration date or calories. 

SHOPPING

The Latest Luxe is celebrating life on easy street with this Dolce and Gabbana tote.

Style It Less copied Reese Witherspoon’s blouse and skirt look for less with a minor change in the shoes department.

Style Tots was inspired by Kaiya Eve Rosette Tank & Petticoat Skirt to have a cotton candy birthday party theme.

Teen Style Lounge has found the one must-have item for summer you’ve probably never even thought about.

FASHION

The Well-Heeled Society asks you to answer the riddle What’s Black and White and Stylish All Over? in order to win a fabulous package!

She Knows Best wants you to meet the Diamond Studded $10K Jeans by Key Closet

Snarkstress takes a look at the goings-on of Jessica Simpson, whooping it up in NYC.

The Fashionable Kiffen lists her favorite summer beauty tips and products

BEAUTY

A Touch of Blusher adores this face wash!

Beauty Banter reviews the very wearable and gorgeous summer 2008 collection from Clinique… Back to Basics, Baby, and we’re loving it!

Steeping Beauty reports on Lavilin’s Bacteria Fighting Deodorant! Come back Wednesday for your chance to win!


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Weekly Splendid Reads

June 7th, 2008 · 1 Comment

This is my very first Weekly Round UP, I am totally thrilled to be part of the Splendicity community!! 

From the Splendicity Community, comes this week’s best in Beauty, Fashion and Shopping. Check out the very splendid best!

BEAUTY

Teri from Aging Fabulous has been testing the Lancome Absolue Premium bx Cloth Masks and the results are in.

Viva Woman takes a look at sunscreen ingredient Helioplex from Neutrogena and compares its Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch with La Roche-Posay Anthelios containing Mexoryl.

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you how to get a silver and pink eye look with eyeshadows from MAC Cosmetics.

Beauty and Fashion Tech tries the Sally Hansen Natural Beauty oOundation, Concealer, and Powder and loves them!

Beauty Secrets Revealed is Giving Away Bramble Berry’s DIY Eyeshadow Kit Worth $45

A Touch of Blusher’s guest reviewer reports on the new Thierry Mugler makeup line .

Youthful skin is IN! Beauty Banter dishes on Jurlique’s new anti-aging collection! After all, who doesn’t want to look younger?!

Raging Rouge gets lipstick tips and tricks from the Lipstick Queen herself, Poppy King! You won’t want to miss her advice, or information about her new book!

Krizia from Beauty Match Network highlights her Interview with Lancôme’s makeup artist and Beauty at Every Age Expert.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic continues to add to her summer bright nail polish options with Essie’s Summer Neons!

Steeping Beauty rediscovers the Pleasure of a Japanese Bath with Shu Uemura.

FASHION

Style…a work in progress’s husband has found his summer muse…but can they find the right pants? Find out why she says No white after Labor Day (and not much before either).

Snarkstress doesn’t recommend taking Office Wear style cues from the ever-so-classy Amy Winehouse, but notes there are moments when the fashion forces of Kat Von D may take over - right, Charlize?

Petite Fashionista is all shiny and new and invites you to check out all the new features, plus to celebrate there will be lots of contests in the nest few weeks!

The Space Between My Peers describes three color combining techniques for blondes who want to wear black.

SHOPPING

Over at NY Spender, Bullitt the cat points you to some great online deals. This week he has found some cool bermuda shorts!

Shopalicious has found a place to score cute summer dresses for under $50!

Her Accessories is loving the vintage style of these metal and enamel pendants from designer Peggy Li.

Indie Style File is looking for a brave soul to try these Hammertime Pants.

ShopDiary has invites to The Top Secret, a private online sample sale site.

eye4style tells lucky readers how to get their hands on an iconic piece of Sex and the City movie memorabilia.

STYLEnosh asks readers to weigh in with their opinions on Wear or Return these heels5 Under $50 Father’s Day gifts to show Fathers how we appreciate and love them this Father’s Day

The Latest Luxe is playing Lady in Red with the Donna Karan Crossover Gown.

Enjoy!


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