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A Girl's Gotta Spa! has Moved

Dear Lovely Readers,

We've moved! Hooray! While this site will still be up for eternity I sure would love to have you come over to the new place we call home: www.agirlsgottaspa.com/blog

Welcome to my new readers from Nailpro Magazine and Trendi Magazine! Please be sure to click over to my new domain!

If you subscribe via email or through a feed, please be sure to update them via my new subscribe page on my website (yes I even have a website too!)

See you there!

~Shannon

A Girl's Gotta Spa! has Moved

Dear Lovely Readers,

We've moved! Hooray! While this site will still be up for eternity I sure would love to have you come over to the new place we call home: www.agirlsgottaspa.com/blog

Welcome to my new readers from Nailpro Magazine and Trendi Magazine! Please be sure to click over to my new domain!

If you subscribe via email or through a feed, please be sure to update them via my new subscribe page on my website (yes I even have a website too!)

See you there!

~Shannon

A Girl's Gotta Spa! has Moved

Dear Lovely Readers,

We've moved! Hooray! While this site will still be up for eternity I sure would love to have you come over to the new place we call home: www.agirlsgottaspa.com/blog

Welcome to my new readers from Nailpro Magazine and Trendi Magazine! Please be sure to click over to my new domain!

If you subscribe via email or through a feed, please be sure to update them via my new subscribe page on my website (yes I even have a website too!)

See you there!

~Shannon

A Girl's Gotta Spa! has Moved

Dear Lovely Readers,

We've moved! Hooray! While this site will still be up for eternity I sure would love to have you come over to the new place we call home: www.agirlsgottaspa.com/blog

Welcome to my new readers from Nailpro Magazine and Trendi Magazine! Please be sure to click over to my new domain!

If you subscribe via email or through a feed, please be sure to update them via my new subscribe page on my website (yes I even have a website too!)

See you there!

~Shannon

Tips on Choosing the Right Tie for Men's Formal Attire


http://www.inmanzone.com/silk-necktie-10.htm
A necktie or tie is one of the most loved fashion accessories for men. Although it’s only just a small piece of clothing in a man’s wardrobe, it takes a big part in making his business attire look complete and best. It also has a great impact on his character and personality because it signifies that he has a good taste in fashion if he chooses the right tie that works well with him.

With so many choices for which tie to select among huge variety of style, design, color and patterns, it's really tricky and complicated to pick out the perfect one. So to help you out in choosing the right tie that best suits for you and complements well with your attire, here are some tips that you must take in consideration.

1. Consider the quality of fabric

When choosing a necktie, your first main concern is the quality of its fabric as well as the kind of material it has used. A good quality tie is made up of 100% silk. So it’s most recommended to buy a silk tie because you can’t go wrong with its luster and glossy that will definitely give you a polished appearance and perfectly complement your formal attire. Aside from this, it’s also durable to use because this kind of fabric will certainly last much longer.

2. Choose the Right Length of tie that is proportion to your height

Selecting the right length of the tie is another important key that should be considered when buying this kind of men’s fashion accessories. A tie can make or break your whole attire if it’s not proportion to your height. So if you are tall, you will look best if you choose a long tie and vice versa if you are shorter.

According to fashion tie experts, the best way to know the right length of the tie that best suit to your height, is that the triangular point at its wide end should meet your bucket when it’s tied properly around your neck. As much as possible, the tip of your tie should extend ½ inch past to your belt line.

3. Complement the Color of tie to your Dress Shirt or Suit


After choosing the quality and the right length of the tie that best suits for you, the next thing you need to consider is its color. Selecting the appropriate color of the tie should be matched with the color of your dress shirt or suit. So it’s necessary to know how to coordinate well its color to your attire for you to have a right balance and harmony.

For Plain White Dress Shirts


http://www.man-dress-shirt.com/
Any colored tie will match with a plain white dress shirt. So you will never go wrong in choosing in any of your tie especially if you are still in any doubt in dealing with its color combination.


For Colored Dress Shirts


http://mausandhoffmanonline.com/The best way to complement a tie with your colored dress shirts is to create a contrast. Basically, if you have a dark dress shirt, it’s recommended to use a light colored tie. On the other hand, if your dress shirt has a light color, you should use a dark colored tie. Wearing the same color of tie and dress shirt is also possible provided that the tie should be either lighter or darker with the color of the dress shirt.

For Stripped or Checkered Dress Shirts

http://www.man-dress-shirt.com/If you have a stripped or checkered dress shirt, just select a tie with a color that matches the dominant color of the stripes or checks in the dress shirt.


4. Coordinate the Pattern of tie to your Dress Shirt


Dealing with patterns is really hard in choosing the right tie that matches well with your dress shirt. Unlike with plain dress shirts that only included the color coordination while choosing a tie, ties for the stripped or checkered dress shirts must also consider its pattern coordination. That’s because patterns can also turn you down if they are not well-complemented so you really need to be very careful in coordinating them.

http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/A tie with box pattern, pin or polka dots can be matched to a stripped dress shirt. For checkered shirts, you can also wear a tie with diagonal stripes. But be sure to choose a color that complements well with the dominant color of the dress shirt before dealing with patterns.

http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/ And you must also consider the size of the stripes or the checks. Always remember that they should be different with the size of the stripes of your dress shirt to avoid looking dizzy. If you still in any doubt in dealing with patterns, just better consider the basic rule which is creating a contrast. So if you’re wearing a patterned dress shirt, just wear a solid colored tie and vice versa.

As soon as you get the tie that looks well with you, it’s really important to know how to tie it properly. This is your last step and the best key to look at your best with your tie.

(Photos are courtesy of their respective websites)

Tips on Choosing the Right Tie for Men's Formal Attire


http://www.inmanzone.com/silk-necktie-10.htm
A necktie or tie is one of the most loved fashion accessories for men. Although it’s only just a small piece of clothing in a man’s wardrobe, it takes a big part in making his business attire look complete and best. It also has a great impact on his character and personality because it signifies that he has a good taste in fashion if he chooses the right tie that works well with him.

With so many choices for which tie to select among huge variety of style, design, color and patterns, it's really tricky and complicated to pick out the perfect one. So to help you out in choosing the right tie that best suits for you and complements well with your attire, here are some tips that you must take in consideration.

1. Consider the quality of fabric

When choosing a necktie, your first main concern is the quality of its fabric as well as the kind of material it has used. A good quality tie is made up of 100% silk. So it’s most recommended to buy a silk tie because you can’t go wrong with its luster and glossy that will definitely give you a polished appearance and perfectly complement your formal attire. Aside from this, it’s also durable to use because this kind of fabric will certainly last much longer.

2. Choose the Right Length of tie that is proportion to your height

Selecting the right length of the tie is another important key that should be considered when buying this kind of men’s fashion accessories. A tie can make or break your whole attire if it’s not proportion to your height. So if you are tall, you will look best if you choose a long tie and vice versa if you are shorter.

According to fashion tie experts, the best way to know the right length of the tie that best suit to your height, is that the triangular point at its wide end should meet your bucket when it’s tied properly around your neck. As much as possible, the tip of your tie should extend ½ inch past to your belt line.

3. Complement the Color of tie to your Dress Shirt or Suit


After choosing the quality and the right length of the tie that best suits for you, the next thing you need to consider is its color. Selecting the appropriate color of the tie should be matched with the color of your dress shirt or suit. So it’s necessary to know how to coordinate well its color to your attire for you to have a right balance and harmony.

For Plain White Dress Shirts


http://www.man-dress-shirt.com/
Any colored tie will match with a plain white dress shirt. So you will never go wrong in choosing in any of your tie especially if you are still in any doubt in dealing with its color combination.


For Colored Dress Shirts


http://mausandhoffmanonline.com/The best way to complement a tie with your colored dress shirts is to create a contrast. Basically, if you have a dark dress shirt, it’s recommended to use a light colored tie. On the other hand, if your dress shirt has a light color, you should use a dark colored tie. Wearing the same color of tie and dress shirt is also possible provided that the tie should be either lighter or darker with the color of the dress shirt.

For Stripped or Checkered Dress Shirts

http://www.man-dress-shirt.com/If you have a stripped or checkered dress shirt, just select a tie with a color that matches the dominant color of the stripes or checks in the dress shirt.


4. Coordinate the Pattern of tie to your Dress Shirt


Dealing with patterns is really hard in choosing the right tie that matches well with your dress shirt. Unlike with plain dress shirts that only included the color coordination while choosing a tie, ties for the stripped or checkered dress shirts must also consider its pattern coordination. That’s because patterns can also turn you down if they are not well-complemented so you really need to be very careful in coordinating them.

http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/A tie with box pattern, pin or polka dots can be matched to a stripped dress shirt. For checkered shirts, you can also wear a tie with diagonal stripes. But be sure to choose a color that complements well with the dominant color of the dress shirt before dealing with patterns.

http://www.ctshirts.co.uk/ And you must also consider the size of the stripes or the checks. Always remember that they should be different with the size of the stripes of your dress shirt to avoid looking dizzy. If you still in any doubt in dealing with patterns, just better consider the basic rule which is creating a contrast. So if you’re wearing a patterned dress shirt, just wear a solid colored tie and vice versa.

As soon as you get the tie that looks well with you, it’s really important to know how to tie it properly. This is your last step and the best key to look at your best with your tie.

(Photos are courtesy of their respective websites)

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Black & Gray Mer... people.



Monday's Cut: David Beckham Shows His "Stuff" For Armani

I'm sure I am not the only girl who is jealous that Victoria Beckham has the hottest husband on the planet. But if I can't have David Beckham (and neither can you, sorry) then we can at least drool a little over his large, poster size...ad for Armani hanging from Macy's in San Francisco. I hear it overlooks a 6,000 seat amphitheater--how much do you want to bet women will be finding an excuse to have lunch at that amphitheater each day? I know I would.

Check it out for yourself on NY Mag's The Cut.

Monday's Cut: David Beckham Shows His "Stuff" For Armani

I'm sure I am not the only girl who is jealous that Victoria Beckham has the hottest husband on the planet. But if I can't have David Beckham (and neither can you, sorry) then we can at least drool a little over his large, poster size...ad for Armani hanging from Macy's in San Francisco. I hear it overlooks a 6,000 seat amphitheater--how much do you want to bet women will be finding an excuse to have lunch at that amphitheater each day? I know I would.

Check it out for yourself on NY Mag's The Cut.

Monday's Cut: David Beckham Shows His "Stuff" For Armani

I'm sure I am not the only girl who is jealous that Victoria Beckham has the hottest husband on the planet. But if I can't have David Beckham (and neither can you, sorry) then we can at least drool a little over his large, poster size...ad for Armani hanging from Macy's in San Francisco. I hear it overlooks a 6,000 seat amphitheater--how much do you want to bet women will be finding an excuse to have lunch at that amphitheater each day? I know I would.

Check it out for yourself on NY Mag's The Cut.

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I'm sure I am not the only girl who is jealous that Victoria Beckham has the hottest husband on the planet. But if I can't have David Beckham (and neither can you, sorry) then we can at least drool a little over his large, poster size...ad for Armani hanging from Macy's in San Francisco. I hear it overlooks a 6,000 seat amphitheater--how much do you want to bet women will be finding an excuse to have lunch at that amphitheater each day? I know I would.

Check it out for yourself on NY Mag's The Cut.

Up to 60% off at NYC Spas & Salons Through Lifebooker

With the economy as it is, New Yorkers are feeling the pinch. They might not spend a third of their paycheck at the pump, but having to fill up on two franks and a papaya shake is giving locals plenty of reason to complain about gas.

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Also check out their homepage for all the latest Lifebooker contests, product giveaways and more.

So, show some love to your city and yourself. Your municipal body will be grateful.

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With the economy as it is, New Yorkers are feeling the pinch. They might not spend a third of their paycheck at the pump, but having to fill up on two franks and a papaya shake is giving locals plenty of reason to complain about gas.

See, I can't even afford anything but cheap jokes-- but what Lifebooker can offer you, NYC, is some relief. There are exclusive deals for what remains of June. Just click on the links below to find a treatment that fits your budget and schedule.

60% off All Services at Gotham Aesthetics (UWS)

50% off All Spa Services at Rose Alcido (Flatiron/Gramercy)

50% off All Services at the Stuart Hirsch Salon (Soho)

50% off Facials & Eyelash Tinting at Janis Chakler (UWS)


50% off All Services with David at Gina-Le (Chelsea)

40% off Waxing Services at Tribeca Beauty Spa (Tribeca)

40% off All Spa Treatments at Okeanos Spa Banya (UES)

40% off Waxing Services at Gita Gabriel Salon & Spa (UES)

Also check out their homepage for all the latest Lifebooker contests, product giveaways and more.

So, show some love to your city and yourself. Your municipal body will be grateful.

Stay beautiful New York!

Tags: Beauty Blog

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With the economy as it is, New Yorkers are feeling the pinch. They might not spend a third of their paycheck at the pump, but having to fill up on two franks and a papaya shake is giving locals plenty of reason to complain about gas.

See, I can't even afford anything but cheap jokes-- but what Lifebooker can offer you, NYC, is some relief. There are exclusive deals for what remains of June. Just click on the links below to find a treatment that fits your budget and schedule.

60% off All Services at Gotham Aesthetics (UWS)

50% off All Spa Services at Rose Alcido (Flatiron/Gramercy)

50% off All Services at the Stuart Hirsch Salon (Soho)

50% off Facials & Eyelash Tinting at Janis Chakler (UWS)


50% off All Services with David at Gina-Le (Chelsea)

40% off Waxing Services at Tribeca Beauty Spa (Tribeca)

40% off All Spa Treatments at Okeanos Spa Banya (UES)

40% off Waxing Services at Gita Gabriel Salon & Spa (UES)

Also check out their homepage for all the latest Lifebooker contests, product giveaways and more.

So, show some love to your city and yourself. Your municipal body will be grateful.

Stay beautiful New York!

Tags: Beauty Blog

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With the economy as it is, New Yorkers are feeling the pinch. They might not spend a third of their paycheck at the pump, but having to fill up on two franks and a papaya shake is giving locals plenty of reason to complain about gas.

See, I can't even afford anything but cheap jokes-- but what Lifebooker can offer you, NYC, is some relief. There are exclusive deals for what remains of June. Just click on the links below to find a treatment that fits your budget and schedule.

60% off All Services at Gotham Aesthetics (UWS)

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50% off All Services at the Stuart Hirsch Salon (Soho)

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50% off All Services with David at Gina-Le (Chelsea)

40% off Waxing Services at Tribeca Beauty Spa (Tribeca)

40% off All Spa Treatments at Okeanos Spa Banya (UES)

40% off Waxing Services at Gita Gabriel Salon & Spa (UES)

Also check out their homepage for all the latest Lifebooker contests, product giveaways and more.

So, show some love to your city and yourself. Your municipal body will be grateful.

Stay beautiful New York!

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Review: C'watre Kanreki Wash

C'watre is a very unique and interesting beauty brand. Their products revolve around using modified sea water (Odoroki) to promote healthy skin. Since I've never seen a surfer with bad skin (have you?) I figured I would give their Kanreki Wash a try.

C'watre's Kanreki Wash is a combination of Odoroki, skin moisturizers such as aloe and sweet almond oil; exfoliants Pinetree Extract and Salicylic Acid, as well as the anti-oxidant, White Tea Extract. The consistency is very thin when you smooth it over your face to wash away the day's impurities. When you rinse it off, your skin is left feeling clean and tighter--like the sensation you get when you use toner.

I've been using it for a few weeks and I have to say, it has been working very well. My skin seems to breaking out less, is less oily and just seems more balanced overall.

If you've tried it, I'd love to hear what you thought.

Review: C'watre Kanreki Wash

C'watre is a very unique and interesting beauty brand. Their products revolve around using modified sea water (Odoroki) to promote healthy skin. Since I've never seen a surfer with bad skin (have you?) I figured I would give their Kanreki Wash a try.

C'watre's Kanreki Wash is a combination of Odoroki, skin moisturizers such as aloe and sweet almond oil; exfoliants Pinetree Extract and Salicylic Acid, as well as the anti-oxidant, White Tea Extract. The consistency is very thin when you smooth it over your face to wash away the day's impurities. When you rinse it off, your skin is left feeling clean and tighter--like the sensation you get when you use toner.

I've been using it for a few weeks and I have to say, it has been working very well. My skin seems to breaking out less, is less oily and just seems more balanced overall.

If you've tried it, I'd love to hear what you thought.

Review: C'watre Kanreki Wash

C'watre is a very unique and interesting beauty brand. Their products revolve around using modified sea water (Odoroki) to promote healthy skin. Since I've never seen a surfer with bad skin (have you?) I figured I would give their Kanreki Wash a try.

C'watre's Kanreki Wash is a combination of Odoroki, skin moisturizers such as aloe and sweet almond oil; exfoliants Pinetree Extract and Salicylic Acid, as well as the anti-oxidant, White Tea Extract. The consistency is very thin when you smooth it over your face to wash away the day's impurities. When you rinse it off, your skin is left feeling clean and tighter--like the sensation you get when you use toner.

I've been using it for a few weeks and I have to say, it has been working very well. My skin seems to breaking out less, is less oily and just seems more balanced overall.

If you've tried it, I'd love to hear what you thought.

Review: C'watre Kanreki Wash

C'watre is a very unique and interesting beauty brand. Their products revolve around using modified sea water (Odoroki) to promote healthy skin. Since I've never seen a surfer with bad skin (have you?) I figured I would give their Kanreki Wash a try.

C'watre's Kanreki Wash is a combination of Odoroki, skin moisturizers such as aloe and sweet almond oil; exfoliants Pinetree Extract and Salicylic Acid, as well as the anti-oxidant, White Tea Extract. The consistency is very thin when you smooth it over your face to wash away the day's impurities. When you rinse it off, your skin is left feeling clean and tighter--like the sensation you get when you use toner.

I've been using it for a few weeks and I have to say, it has been working very well. My skin seems to breaking out less, is less oily and just seems more balanced overall.

If you've tried it, I'd love to hear what you thought.

Dragon From Hip to Ankle




Spa Week~Steals & Deals

Summer is here and lets be honest… isn't this season all about showing skin?! A strategically placed trip to the spa might be just what your epidermis ordered. But 'alas, we have bikini's and designer sunglasses to buy...we can't be dropping $200 on a spa treatment (or at least I can't!) Well turn that frown upside down because Spa Week Media's Steals and Deals Program offers discounts on some of the hottest spa treatments out there!

It's important to treat yourself so gather up the girls and kick off summer the right way…at the Spa! After all ladies, that bikini line isn’t gonna wax itself! Spa Week Media highlights how therapeutic spa treatments can be vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. So now that you know you don't have to break the bank to get a quality massage, there’s no excuse! Pamper your body with one of the many affordable treatments that Spa Week Media offers, you won't regret it and neither will your checking account!

Each month new spa specials, promotion and exclusive deals are available for the Spa Week Media faithful to take advantage of. Steals and Deals has been a part of our company since its inception, encouraging consumers to keep utilizing Spa Week Media as their #1 year-round Spa resource. Known for their signature $50 treatments during the Spa Week event, Spa Week Media takes the world of affordable spa services a step further by offering this year long program on www.spaweek.org.

Spa Week~Steals & Deals

Summer is here and lets be honest… isn't this season all about showing skin?! A strategically placed trip to the spa might be just what your epidermis ordered. But 'alas, we have bikini's and designer sunglasses to buy...we can't be dropping $200 on a spa treatment (or at least I can't!) Well turn that frown upside down because Spa Week Media's Steals and Deals Program offers discounts on some of the hottest spa treatments out there!

It's important to treat yourself so gather up the girls and kick off summer the right way…at the Spa! After all ladies, that bikini line isn’t gonna wax itself! Spa Week Media highlights how therapeutic spa treatments can be vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. So now that you know you don't have to break the bank to get a quality massage, there’s no excuse! Pamper your body with one of the many affordable treatments that Spa Week Media offers, you won't regret it and neither will your checking account!

Each month new spa specials, promotion and exclusive deals are available for the Spa Week Media faithful to take advantage of. Steals and Deals has been a part of our company since its inception, encouraging consumers to keep utilizing Spa Week Media as their #1 year-round Spa resource. Known for their signature $50 treatments during the Spa Week event, Spa Week Media takes the world of affordable spa services a step further by offering this year long program on www.spaweek.org.

Spa Week~Steals & Deals

Summer is here and lets be honest… isn't this season all about showing skin?! A strategically placed trip to the spa might be just what your epidermis ordered. But 'alas, we have bikini's and designer sunglasses to buy...we can't be dropping $200 on a spa treatment (or at least I can't!) Well turn that frown upside down because Spa Week Media's Steals and Deals Program offers discounts on some of the hottest spa treatments out there!

It's important to treat yourself so gather up the girls and kick off summer the right way…at the Spa! After all ladies, that bikini line isn’t gonna wax itself! Spa Week Media highlights how therapeutic spa treatments can be vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. So now that you know you don't have to break the bank to get a quality massage, there’s no excuse! Pamper your body with one of the many affordable treatments that Spa Week Media offers, you won't regret it and neither will your checking account!

Each month new spa specials, promotion and exclusive deals are available for the Spa Week Media faithful to take advantage of. Steals and Deals has been a part of our company since its inception, encouraging consumers to keep utilizing Spa Week Media as their #1 year-round Spa resource. Known for their signature $50 treatments during the Spa Week event, Spa Week Media takes the world of affordable spa services a step further by offering this year long program on www.spaweek.org.

Spa Week~Steals & Deals

Summer is here and lets be honest… isn't this season all about showing skin?! A strategically placed trip to the spa might be just what your epidermis ordered. But 'alas, we have bikini's and designer sunglasses to buy...we can't be dropping $200 on a spa treatment (or at least I can't!) Well turn that frown upside down because Spa Week Media's Steals and Deals Program offers discounts on some of the hottest spa treatments out there!

It's important to treat yourself so gather up the girls and kick off summer the right way…at the Spa! After all ladies, that bikini line isn’t gonna wax itself! Spa Week Media highlights how therapeutic spa treatments can be vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. So now that you know you don't have to break the bank to get a quality massage, there’s no excuse! Pamper your body with one of the many affordable treatments that Spa Week Media offers, you won't regret it and neither will your checking account!

Each month new spa specials, promotion and exclusive deals are available for the Spa Week Media faithful to take advantage of. Steals and Deals has been a part of our company since its inception, encouraging consumers to keep utilizing Spa Week Media as their #1 year-round Spa resource. Known for their signature $50 treatments during the Spa Week event, Spa Week Media takes the world of affordable spa services a step further by offering this year long program on www.spaweek.org.

Review: FitFlops

Walking is a part of our daily lives. For some more than others, if they live in a big city and their feet are their mode of transportation. For those of us, with less active lives, walking is just a means of getting to point A to point B. In the summer I love to wear flip flops. I'm a girl whose feet love to be sock-free to show off a fresh pedicure, but flip flops have no arch support and tend to feel a bit uncomfortable by days end. Then I met the FitFlop and I haven't stopped telling people about it since (really, ask everyone in NEPA).

My job requires me to sit at my desk all day and I'm also a self-admitted workaholic. I can't say I've ever really allowed myself much time for exercise. Yet these amazing FitFlops not only feel like I am walking on stablized-like tempurpedic foam, but they are built in such a way that works my leg muscles as I walk. They come in great styles, so I have a great looking flip flop. I have to admit, I was so skeptical before I received them, but as soon as you put them on your feet you immediately realize they are a very different type of shoe. Function+Fashion=the right shoe for me.

It does take a day or two to get used to them. What happens is that it's almost this "rocking" type movement that they create that causes your body to force yourself to balance as you walk. Almost like being on a balance ball and how it works your core--just imagine that balance ball being in the center area of your shoe. The FitFlop works the back of your calves, your upper thighs and yes even your behind. Believe me, I feel it. Not in a painful I-just-worked-out-for-an-hour type feeling, but you can actually feel that these shoes are working your muscles.

Have I noticed my legs looking firmer? I've only been wearing them for a few weeks, so I can't say there is any definitive difference, but I can feel it working and my take on it is--I can wear flip flops as I normally would or I can wear FitFlops and put those muscles into action.

I'll stick with the FitFlops. www.thefitflop.com

Review: FitFlops

Walking is a part of our daily lives. For some more than others, if they live in a big city and their feet are their mode of transportation. For those of us, with less active lives, walking is just a means of getting to point A to point B. In the summer I love to wear flip flops. I'm a girl whose feet love to be sock-free to show off a fresh pedicure, but flip flops have no arch support and tend to feel a bit uncomfortable by days end. Then I met the FitFlop and I haven't stopped telling people about it since (really, ask everyone in NEPA).

My job requires me to sit at my desk all day and I'm also a self-admitted workaholic. I can't say I've ever really allowed myself much time for exercise. Yet these amazing FitFlops not only feel like I am walking on stablized-like tempurpedic foam, but they are built in such a way that works my leg muscles as I walk. They come in great styles, so I have a great looking flip flop. I have to admit, I was so skeptical before I received them, but as soon as you put them on your feet you immediately realize they are a very different type of shoe. Function+Fashion=the right shoe for me.

It does take a day or two to get used to them. What happens is that it's almost this "rocking" type movement that they create that causes your body to force yourself to balance as you walk. Almost like being on a balance ball and how it works your core--just imagine that balance ball being in the center area of your shoe. The FitFlop works the back of your calves, your upper thighs and yes even your behind. Believe me, I feel it. Not in a painful I-just-worked-out-for-an-hour type feeling, but you can actually feel that these shoes are working your muscles.

Have I noticed my legs looking firmer? I've only been wearing them for a few weeks, so I can't say there is any definitive difference, but I can feel it working and my take on it is--I can wear flip flops as I normally would or I can wear FitFlops and put those muscles into action.

I'll stick with the FitFlops. www.thefitflop.com

Review: FitFlops

Walking is a part of our daily lives. For some more than others, if they live in a big city and their feet are their mode of transportation. For those of us, with less active lives, walking is just a means of getting to point A to point B. In the summer I love to wear flip flops. I'm a girl whose feet love to be sock-free to show off a fresh pedicure, but flip flops have no arch support and tend to feel a bit uncomfortable by days end. Then I met the FitFlop and I haven't stopped telling people about it since (really, ask everyone in NEPA).

My job requires me to sit at my desk all day and I'm also a self-admitted workaholic. I can't say I've ever really allowed myself much time for exercise. Yet these amazing FitFlops not only feel like I am walking on stablized-like tempurpedic foam, but they are built in such a way that works my leg muscles as I walk. They come in great styles, so I have a great looking flip flop. I have to admit, I was so skeptical before I received them, but as soon as you put them on your feet you immediately realize they are a very different type of shoe. Function+Fashion=the right shoe for me.

It does take a day or two to get used to them. What happens is that it's almost this "rocking" type movement that they create that causes your body to force yourself to balance as you walk. Almost like being on a balance ball and how it works your core--just imagine that balance ball being in the center area of your shoe. The FitFlop works the back of your calves, your upper thighs and yes even your behind. Believe me, I feel it. Not in a painful I-just-worked-out-for-an-hour type feeling, but you can actually feel that these shoes are working your muscles.

Have I noticed my legs looking firmer? I've only been wearing them for a few weeks, so I can't say there is any definitive difference, but I can feel it working and my take on it is--I can wear flip flops as I normally would or I can wear FitFlops and put those muscles into action.

I'll stick with the FitFlops. www.thefitflop.com

Review: FitFlops

Walking is a part of our daily lives. For some more than others, if they live in a big city and their feet are their mode of transportation. For those of us, with less active lives, walking is just a means of getting to point A to point B. In the summer I love to wear flip flops. I'm a girl whose feet love to be sock-free to show off a fresh pedicure, but flip flops have no arch support and tend to feel a bit uncomfortable by days end. Then I met the FitFlop and I haven't stopped telling people about it since (really, ask everyone in NEPA).

My job requires me to sit at my desk all day and I'm also a self-admitted workaholic. I can't say I've ever really allowed myself much time for exercise. Yet these amazing FitFlops not only feel like I am walking on stablized-like tempurpedic foam, but they are built in such a way that works my leg muscles as I walk. They come in great styles, so I have a great looking flip flop. I have to admit, I was so skeptical before I received them, but as soon as you put them on your feet you immediately realize they are a very different type of shoe. Function+Fashion=the right shoe for me.

It does take a day or two to get used to them. What happens is that it's almost this "rocking" type movement that they create that causes your body to force yourself to balance as you walk. Almost like being on a balance ball and how it works your core--just imagine that balance ball being in the center area of your shoe. The FitFlop works the back of your calves, your upper thighs and yes even your behind. Believe me, I feel it. Not in a painful I-just-worked-out-for-an-hour type feeling, but you can actually feel that these shoes are working your muscles.

Have I noticed my legs looking firmer? I've only been wearing them for a few weeks, so I can't say there is any definitive difference, but I can feel it working and my take on it is--I can wear flip flops as I normally would or I can wear FitFlops and put those muscles into action.

I'll stick with the FitFlops. www.thefitflop.com

Lilly flower tattoo


Cover up that homemade party tat with some bold living color.

Alien Fairy


Let alone the head, look at her body. Or maybe not, just look at the head.

Bear

SPARTAAAAAAAAA ! (Or any other generic shout)

Review: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche & Soft Refreshing Lotion

Have you ever felt like you just wanted to take the sweet scents of summer and bottle it up so that you can let your mind drift back any time you want to those lazy days on the beach when the ocean air gently lingered on your sun-kissed skin? No matter the date or time of the year, you can always put your finger on the exact "fragrance" that represents summer. CLEAN has launched two new products that are the essence of just that: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche and CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion.

CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche has less alcohol than Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette. This unique formula contains moisturizing Aloe Leaf and Chamomile extracts. Your senses will delight in pure extracts of Italian Limoncello, Crisp Bergamont, Rose Ice, Mirabelle Plum and Lily of the Valley. It reminds me of the fragrance of the flowers that line the sand dunes along the Rhode Island shoreline.

CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion has a consistency of a pearlized gel and will refresh your senses with invigorating peppermint, Wintergreen leaf extracts, grape seed and avocado oils (I swear I smelled some grapefruit in there too!) The fragrance comes on very strong at first, but as the hours pass, it gently softens.



It is sold exclusively at HSN as a 2.14 oz. Eau Fraiche & 2 oz. lotion set. HSN has offered limited sneak preview purchasing, otherwise this set officially launches in July and will only be available until the end of the month--so once July 1st hits, act fast and scoop it up!

*Photo Credit: HSN

Tags: Beauty Blog

Review: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche & Soft Refreshing Lotion

Have you ever felt like you just wanted to take the sweet scents of summer and bottle it up so that you can let your mind drift back any time you want to those lazy days on the beach when the ocean air gently lingered on your sun-kissed skin? No matter the date or time of the year, you can always put your finger on the exact "fragrance" that represents summer. CLEAN has launched two new products that are the essence of just that: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche and CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion.

CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche has less alcohol than Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette. This unique formula contains moisturizing Aloe Leaf and Chamomile extracts. Your senses will delight in pure extracts of Italian Limoncello, Crisp Bergamont, Rose Ice, Mirabelle Plum and Lily of the Valley. It reminds me of the fragrance of the flowers that line the sand dunes along the Rhode Island shoreline.

CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion has a consistency of a pearlized gel and will refresh your senses with invigorating peppermint, Wintergreen leaf extracts, grape seed and avocado oils (I swear I smelled some grapefruit in there too!) The fragrance comes on very strong at first, but as the hours pass, it gently softens.



It is sold exclusively at HSN as a 2.14 oz. Eau Fraiche & 2 oz. lotion set. HSN has offered limited sneak preview purchasing, otherwise this set officially launches in July and will only be available until the end of the month--so once July 1st hits, act fast and scoop it up!

*Photo Credit: HSN

Tags: Beauty Blog

Review: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche & Soft Refreshing Lotion

Have you ever felt like you just wanted to take the sweet scents of summer and bottle it up so that you can let your mind drift back any time you want to those lazy days on the beach when the ocean air gently lingered on your sun-kissed skin? No matter the date or time of the year, you can always put your finger on the exact "fragrance" that represents summer. CLEAN has launched two new products that are the essence of just that: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche and CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion.

CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche has less alcohol than Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette. This unique formula contains moisturizing Aloe Leaf and Chamomile extracts. Your senses will delight in pure extracts of Italian Limoncello, Crisp Bergamont, Rose Ice, Mirabelle Plum and Lily of the Valley. It reminds me of the fragrance of the flowers that line the sand dunes along the Rhode Island shoreline.

CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion has a consistency of a pearlized gel and will refresh your senses with invigorating peppermint, Wintergreen leaf extracts, grape seed and avocado oils (I swear I smelled some grapefruit in there too!) The fragrance comes on very strong at first, but as the hours pass, it gently softens.



It is sold exclusively at HSN as a 2.14 oz. Eau Fraiche & 2 oz. lotion set. HSN has offered limited sneak preview purchasing, otherwise this set officially launches in July and will only be available until the end of the month--so once July 1st hits, act fast and scoop it up!

*Photo Credit: HSN

Tags: Beauty Blog

Review: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche & Soft Refreshing Lotion

Have you ever felt like you just wanted to take the sweet scents of summer and bottle it up so that you can let your mind drift back any time you want to those lazy days on the beach when the ocean air gently lingered on your sun-kissed skin? No matter the date or time of the year, you can always put your finger on the exact "fragrance" that represents summer. CLEAN has launched two new products that are the essence of just that: CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche and CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion.

CLEAN Summer Eau Fraiche has less alcohol than Eau de Parfum or Eau de Toilette. This unique formula contains moisturizing Aloe Leaf and Chamomile extracts. Your senses will delight in pure extracts of Italian Limoncello, Crisp Bergamont, Rose Ice, Mirabelle Plum and Lily of the Valley. It reminds me of the fragrance of the flowers that line the sand dunes along the Rhode Island shoreline.

CLEAN Summer Soft Refreshing Lotion has a consistency of a pearlized gel and will refresh your senses with invigorating peppermint, Wintergreen leaf extracts, grape seed and avocado oils (I swear I smelled some grapefruit in there too!) The fragrance comes on very strong at first, but as the hours pass, it gently softens.



It is sold exclusively at HSN as a 2.14 oz. Eau Fraiche & 2 oz. lotion set. HSN has offered limited sneak preview purchasing, otherwise this set officially launches in July and will only be available until the end of the month--so once July 1st hits, act fast and scoop it up!

*Photo Credit: HSN

Tags: Beauty Blog

X-Man - Tribal - Sun

I love the combo tats, so much horribleness in one place.

Review: Aloette's Hot Soy Manicure Treatment Candle

So you thought hot dripping candle wax was only for those about to engage in some...playtime. Aloette's Hot Soy Manicure Treatment Candle will quickly change your mind and have you wanting to indulge in this innovative and heavenly manicure product.

The fragrance is absolutely dreamy--an orange creamsicle, sweet and delicious. The candle burns clean with a cotton wick. It heats up the soy, orange and vanilla oil combination to which you can dip your finger into (once the flame is blown out of course!) and rub the oil over your cuticles and massage into your hands to heal cracks and dryness. The warm oil feels great on your skin, almost like a paraffin treatment.

I absolutely love this candle and keep it at my desk. The fragrance will lift your spirits and the oils will soothe your skin. Your hands will be ready for that polish in no time and you'll have people asking for the business card of your manicurist.

$29.95 www.aloette.com (in the Spa Indulgence section)

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