Author Archives: Mary Hall
Sponsored Post: Bridal Package Giveaway from Schwarzkopf Professional
A wedding is one of the most expensive items that a woman will plan and purchase. The costs of getting a beautiful dress, the right hair and make-up , not to mention the shoes can be astronomical, costing thousands of dollars. “In 2012, newlyweds (and their families) spent an average of $28,427 on weddings and [...]
Mother’s Day: The Best Gift Maybe a Handwritten Note
Wondering what to get your Mom for Mother’s Day? Mother’s Day is Sunday May 12th. Some of you are already prepared while some are still shopping. A new survey from the US Post Office shows you don’t have spend a lot of money to make Mom happy on Mother’s Day. According to the USPS, 94% [...]
Burberry Spark Eyewear collection: Great Marketing + Music
Since it’s Music Monday it’s a good time to talk about the intersection of fashion and music. Burberry has done a fantastic job finding great music from emerging bands and using it to promote their fashion items. The music at Burberry runway shows has always provided a great backdrop from their well-crafted and [...]
Beauty Review: Dermalogica Skinperfect Primer SPF30
Spending more than 30 minutes on my make-up is just something I don’t have time for. Most working women don’t have a lot of time to spend primping of their make-up. What we want is something that’s easy to use, doesn’t take much time to apply and helps us look as good as we possibly [...]
Starbucks Announces Frappuccino Happy Hour until May 12th
If you love a good milkshake, or the Starbucks version the Frappuccino, then you might be interested in this deal. Until May 12th, you can get a half price Frappuccino at your local Starbucks between 3 pm and 5pm. I had the opportunity to try the sweet drinks at a special Starbucks testing and I [...]
Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word: #JCPListens Social Media Campaign
What do I have to do to make you love me? What do I have to do to be heard? So go the lyrics of Elton John’s “Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word.” And retailer JC Penney seems to be singing that song lately. Last year, JCP bought in great new designers like Lulu [...]
Roy Lichtenstein Limited Edition Collection Launching at Barneys
Artist Roy Lichtenstein is a cult-favorite. His art has found a new audience in recent years, and his colorful comic book like images are more popular than ever. That’s why Barney’s New York has announced that they will offer a new collection of Roy Lichtenstein accessories, including the tote bag pictured above.
The High Cost of Prom: Money saving tips to help you save
With many teenagers seeing their high school prom as their own Oscar Red Carpet moment, it’s no wonder the costs of getting outfitted for prom are going up. A new survey from Visa demonstrates just how costly it is to send a teenager off to their prom. The 2013 national survey by Visa Inc. shows [...]
New Look Announces Hollywood Style Prom Collection
The costs of going to the Prom have been steadily rising as more teenage girls seek to channel Hollywood styles and literally put their best fashion foot forward at the prom. So how much does it now cost to get outfitted to go to the big high school dance known as prom? The Mail Online [...]
British designer Zandra Rhodes coming to Southern California May 2nd
Outrageous. Flamboyant. Completely over the top. These are just a few adjectives that have been used to describe British Designer Zandra Rhodes. The designer who was once called the “Princess of Punk,” Rhodes has designed for celebrities like Jackie Onassis, Elizabeth Taylor, Freddie Mercury, Sarah Jessica Parker, Bianca Jagger, the late Isabella Blow and many [...]
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