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The Ultimate Face-Lift Events

2010-10-12T20:26:00.000-07:00

Celebrate the reveal of the new Lord & Taylor Fifth Avenue with the Ultimate Celebration! October 20th through November 4th.

http://intheknow.lordandtaylor.com/news-events/the-ultimate-face-lift-events/

Wednesday, October 20
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Yves Saint Laurent – Learn the latest from National Makeup Artist Dell Ashley. Ext. 3534
Clarisonic – Revolutionize your skincare routine with Clarisonic. Ext. 3327
Bremenn Research Labs® – Join us for the Solutions for the Perfect Face Event. Ext. 3327
NARS – Get some personal lip service and meet National Makeup Artists Jenny Smith and Magda Ogbe. Ext. 3586
Clarins – You’re invited to a Red Carpet Runway Event and receive a skincare consultation & makeover for your own photo shoot. Ext. 3693

Thursday, October 21
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Yves Saint Laurent – Learn the latest from National Makeup Artist Dell Ashley. Ext. 3534
Clarisonic – Revolutionize your skincare routine with Clarisonic. Ext. 3327
Bremenn Research Labs® – Join us for the Solutions for the Perfect Face Event. Ext. 3327
NARS – Get some personal lip service and meet National Makeup Artists Jenny Smith and Magda Ogbe. Ext. 3586
Clarins – You’re invited to a Red Carpet Runway Event and receive a skincare consultation & makeover for your own photo shoot. Ext. 3693
Lancôme – Meet National Makeup Artist Tarek Abbas. Ext. 3018
Frédéric Fekkai – Let the experts analyze your hair – then show you how to treat it. Ext. 3327
Estée Lauder – National Makeup Artist Derek Miller will be on hand to give you the perfect fall look. Ext 3391
Borghese – Join us for a complimentary spa facial. Ext 5376
Dior – Meet National Makeup Artists Rodderick Gregg and Ricky Nelson. Ext. 3040
Chanel – Join us at the Nail Bar and meet the Premier Makeup Artist Roberto Casey. Ext. 3718

Friday, October 22
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Bremenn Research Labs® – Join us for the Solutions for the Perfect Face Event. Ext. 3327
NARS – Get some personal lip service and meet National Makeup Artists Jenny Smith and Magda Ogbe. Ext. 3586
Clarins – You’re invited to a Red Carpet Runway Event and receive a skincare consultation & makeover for your own photo shoot. Ext. 3693
Dior – Meet National Makeup Artists Rodderick Gregg and Ricky Nelson. Ext. 3040
Chanel – Join us at the Nail Bar and meet the Premier Makeup Artist Roberto Casey. Ext. 3718
Mario Badescu – Experience a mini facial and skin consultation. Ext. 3327
Borghese – Meet National Makeup Artist Phillip Douglas to learn his Italian beauty secrets. Ext. 5376
Shiseido – Learn How To Brow: receive a complimentary brow grooming with any Shiseido purchase of $75 or more. Ext. 3592

Saturday, October 23
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
NARS – Get some personal lip service and meet National Makeup Artists Jenny Smith and Magda Ogbe. Ext. 3586
Clarins – You’re invited to a Red Carpet Runway Event and receive a skincare consultation & makeover for your own photo shoot. Ext. 3693
Chanel – Join us at the Nail Bar and meet the Premier Makeup Artist Roberto Casey. Ext. 3718

Sunday, October 24
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Shiseido – Join us for Mind and Body “Time Out” and receive a massage with any Shiseido purchase of $75 or more. Ext. 3592
Monday, October 25
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Shiseido – You’re invited to Mask Mania and receive a complimentary mask and facial service. Ext. 3592

Wednesday, October 27
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
StriVectin® – Join Michael Jaggers for a master class on skin treatment. Ext 3327
Clarins – Beauty Party Event. Ext. 3693
2nd floor
6PM-8PM Get Styled by People StyleWatch Magazine celebrity stylist, Jenn Falik . Join us for a fashion savvy event where you will get VIP treatment and personal styling tips from Jenn as you work the racks. Share your new fall look and have your photo taken and posted to Facebook. Plus you will have the chance to when exciting prizes with “Spin the Wheel” with your contemporary purchase!

Thursday, October 28
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Clarins – Beauty Party Event. Ext. 3693
Estée Lauder – You’re invited to Your Beauty. Your Style. Your Profile. Social Networking Event. Ext. 3391
Borghese – Do you Fango? Come celebrate the 25th Anniversary with us. Ext. 5376
Lancôme – Meet National Makeup Artist Alex Sanchez. Ext. 3018
Shiseido – Meet Celebrity Makeup Artist Renato Almeida. Ext. 3592
Main floor
6PM Swavorski – “Little Black Dress” with Harper’s Bazaar.
Swarovski’s Little Black Dress Event hosted by Executive Fashion and Beauty Editor for Harper’s Bazaar, Avril Graham. Transform your little black dress with a jewel or sparkle in an instant! Avril presents the top ways to take your dress from day to night with Swarvski’s sparklers… plus, they’re serving up key tips for accessorizing your everyday style. Plus, receive a special gift with your $100 Swarovski purhcase.
2nd floor
6PM-8PM Marie Claire Magazine and Kensie Shop Launch Style Event. Playful, Modern and Chic: The Kensie Girl. Join us to celebrate the launch of the new Kensie Shop with Marie Claire at Lord & Taylor. (name) of Marie Claire Magazine delivers a trend-inspired fashion presentation and shows you how to add creativity to your fall wardrobe with key pieces for fall. Bobbi Brown makeup artists will be on hand to provide complimentary makeovers. Plus, a DJ spins beats throughout the night. You can also spin the wheel to win one of several cool gifts with your Kensie purchase!
6PM-8PM keds – Keds event. Customize and personalize your Keds sneaks with unique designs. Get cool and creative with customized painted designs on your Keds sneakers. Whether you’re seeking skateboard hip or downtown chic appeal, artists will be on hand to illustrate your creative imagination.
4th Floor
6PM-8PM CK Performance. Get a taste of Broadway and style at CK Performance. Featuring performances from Broadway Dance Center, you will be entertained by the finest students in the arts. You will also receive a gift with purchase to keep you inspired and to help you channel your inner performer. Plus, receive a free yoga mat with your CK Performance purchase!

Friday, October 29
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Clarins – Beauty Party Event. Ext. 3693
2nd floor
6PM-8PM Get street art chic with Ugg® australia. Join graffiti artists in their creative element who are ready to craft you a customized designed Ugg.   Whether your taste is modern, trendy or rock ‘n’ roll, artists will be on hand to infuse personality into your winter style with an unique flare.
6th floor
12PM-2PM
ReconFIGURE and Shape your look with former plus size model Catherine Schuller and Jacqueline Peros. Professional Stylist, Catherine Schuller and Image and Style Consultant, Jacqueline Peros are here to teach women of all shapes and sizes about the true “illusion” of dressing and how to accentuate the positive!   Whether pear, apple, petite or boy figure, you will learn the art to accentuating your body type without covering up your beauty. Sign up woth Catherine & Jacqueline for a one-on-one Shape Shopping with Figure&Fit shape style assessment.

Saturday, October 30
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Clarins – Beauty Party Event. Ext. 3693
3rd floor
12PM-2PM The Wedding Shop. You’re invited to a Lord & Taylor wedding as they showcase their new bridal shop! Debuting their exquisite wedding shop filled with fairy tale dresses to radiant complimentary accessories, you will enjoy meeting consultants ready to make your wedding dreams come alive and play dress up with a bevy of silhouette.
9th floor
12PM-4PM Ralph lauren – Home monogramming. Enjoy complimentary monogramming on your Ralph Lauren Home purchase.

Sunday, October 31
9th floor
12PM-4PM Ralph lauren – Home monogramming. Enjoy complimentary monogramming on your Ralph Lauren Home purchase.

Monday, November 1
9th floor
12PM-4PM Ralph lauren – Home monogramming. Enjoy complimentary monogramming on your Ralph Lauren Home purchase.

Tuesday, November 2
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Bobbi Brown – Meet Bobbi Brown Beauty Team member Ricki Gurtman. Ext. 6192
Main floor
Kelsey Grammer

Wednesday, November 3
Main floor beauty events
To book your seat to The Ultimate Beauty Happening events, call 212-391-3344 plus the extensions provided.
Estée Lauder – Be pampered with the newest innovation in skincare, the Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Age-Correcting System. Ext. 3391
Main Floor
5:30-8:30PM American Express An Exclusive Evening of Shopping. Join Lord & Taylor for an exclusive savings event located in the newly renovated Men’s store located on the 10th floor.   When you pay with your American Express Card you will receive special savings on your evening’s purchases.
2nd Floor
6PM-8PM Lucky Magazine Fall Boot Event. Complete your fall fashion with Lucky Magazine Fall Boot Event Showcasing Lord & Taylor’s expanded shoe store. Strut your way to the shoe department for a spectrum of the best of the best fall footwear ready to meet your feet. Whether you desire suede, leather, buckles or studs, Lucky Magazine stylists will show you how to choose the best pair for all your cold weather looks.

Thursday, November 4
8th Floor
6PM-8PM CK Envy Product Launch Event. Enjoy being green with Envy at Calvin Klein’s product launch. Covetous ones are invited to join Calvin Klein as they launch the Envy collection. Celebrating with Laura Mercier and Bobbi Brown, you will not only be fitted to your Envy body wear but beautified to complete your envied look. You will also enjoy 25% off Calvin Klein bras and have the chance to when a sweepstake prize including a CK Envy wardrobe, $250 spa gift certificate, dinner and more!
9th Floor
6PM-8PM House Beautiful Event. Join House Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Newell Turner to celebrate the new Ralph Lauren Home Store. Your home should reflect your own personal style while being cozy and comfortable. Helping you get inspired by different types décor, Newell will help you turn tiny, dull and boring spaces into elegant rooms.

Check out my NYC Events Editor Page @ Prettycity.com

2010-08-29T08:38:00.000-07:00

NYC Events Editor Page ** Prettycity.com**

If your looking for a relaxing spa day with the gal pals or fun and fab NYC events then you need to click the link and check it out. Come on, would I steer you wrong? Nope!

I have been to so many wonderful events. I leave full, happy, tipsy, and lugging a goodie bag filled with awesome full size products, including gift certificates, discount coupons, and more.

I've been to the Salt Room Spa in NYC. Christine Chin Salon recently had a VIPretty event featuring facials, eye brow waxing, food, and refreshing Izze drinks. Plus I got a swag bag with products and a $50 gift certificate to use at my leisure. I can't wait to get my manicure and pedicure done before my European Excursion.

Yup, I'll be saluting the queen, riding the red eye, and tick tocking with Big Ben. Then from London me and the bestie will hop on the Eurostar to be wisked away to Paris. I am determined to come back with a tattoo. :) I hope I'm this brave when I get there. ha ha ha Ill be dancing under the Eiffel Tower, Gliding on calm waters for a Sienne day cruise and eating fresh buttery croissants in a local cafe or french bistro. Uber excited. The Count Down Begins......

Soleil 100 Days

2010-07-07T08:06:00.000-07:00

Soleil 100 Days: "There are thousands of fun, sharable prizes in the BIC® Soleil® 100 Days of Sunshine promotion. Join now! www.FeelTheSoleil.com"

The Perfect Cup - Skinny Cow Event

2010-06-18T22:08:00.000-07:00

These are some pics from the Skinny Cow Event. It was free and so much fun. Free cocktails, sparkling water, ice cream galore, and a fruit & vegetable bar for the health conscious. They had fun raffles to win a free make over and or a goody bag overflowing with stuff. I waited patiently, hoping that my name would be called but it wasn't. Oh well, better luck next time.

I signed up for the event for both days. I couldn't help myself. It was a beautiful sunny afternoon. The event was more than Skinny Cow Ice Cream but also an event to help women find their perfect bra cup size. Apparently only 20% of women wear the right bra size and I was one of them..lol.. They should give us more credit. I bet a lot more than 20% of women know their cup-size.

Z100's Shelly Wade hosted the event as the DJ mixed all the latest music from pop to rock and hip hop. It was a large open area. The event was held in Soho at 82 Mercer. (Shecky's was held in the same location this year) Small tables were scattered throughout the room. Booths were set up for drinks, ice cream, and produce bar. It was a blast. The gift bag wasn't that great but everyone who attended the event got a chance to get a free Olga or Warner's bra, from 8 different styles, which can retail up to $30.

Sweet & refreshing cocktails, tasty fruits & veggies, and good guilt-free ice cream had me on cloud 9. I entered a contest at the Z100 table and won a free t shirt. Could that day get any better? I think not. Fun fun fun in New York City. I'm telling you. You can have fun, drink, and eat for free in NYC. No wallet required. Follow my blog and watch doors open, drinks poured, and snacks galore for nibbling.

Free Sample of Youth Elixir Serum

2010-06-16T04:32:00.000-07:00

Camocare Organics Youth Elixir Serum

Intense Anti-Wrinkle

Firm / Tighten

This is one formula your skin should not be without. Inspired by cutting-edge dermatological treatments, it works on two levels of the skin to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Within minutes you’ll feel your skin start to firm and tighten. And with consistent use it counteracts the cause of wrinkles and locks in moisture to keep your skin smooth.

All the info has been provided by www.camocare.com. If you would like to try a free sample of this then click the link below and if you love the results, you can purchase a full size bottle for $49.99. The full size bottle is 1 fl oz. It better be the best anti-wrinkle treatment for that price..lol. Try it and let me know what you think. Enjoy!

Free Youth Elixir Serum Sample

Free Screening of the Sundance-winning drama Sweet Mud

2010-06-16T04:20:00.000-07:00

When:Sunday June, 20, 2010
Time:8pm
Where:Solar One
East 23rd Street
on the East River (Kip’s Bay, Manhattan)
New York, NY
Cost:Free

Rooftop Films and Solar One present a Free Screening of the Sundance-winning drama Sweet Mud. This event is absolutely Free and there will also be Complimentary Radeberger Pilsner on hand for all that attend. Presented in partnership with: IFC, New York magazine, Consulate General of Israel in New York, vitaminwater, Solar One, the NYC City Council Manhattan Delegation & Council Member Daniel Garodnick.

8:00pm: Doors Open
8:30pm: Live music by Hank and Cupcakes
9:00pm: Sweet Mud

About Sweet Mud:
SWEET MUD (Dror Shaul | Israel | 97 min.)
To many, the mere concept of the Israeli kibbutz is reminiscent of solidarity, community spirit and romanticism. The reality, however, can be very different. It is 1974 and Dvir, 12, is entering his bar mitzvah year. He will have many difficult tasks to fulfill on the road to becoming a man; but the most difficult one of all is coping with his mother Miri, whom he loves above all else. Dvir knows that she is fragile and needs to be protected. When Stephan, Miri’s Swiss boyfriend, comes to visit, he captures Dvir’s heart and makes Miri happier than she’s been in years. When he proposes to her and states his intention of moving to the kibbutz, the future seems bright.

Rooftop Films is proud to continue our partnership with the Consulate General of Israel in New York. This summer the Consulate will mark the centennial anniversary of the Kibbutz movement in a special outdoors screening. This evening will be dedicated to the magic of this unique Israeli social phenomenon. As the kibbutz is founded upon agriculture, with a concentration on nature, we will go green – with a screening of the film Sweet Mud, powered solely by green energy. Come join us for a “kibbutz-like” gathering filled with Israeli food, music and film, all under the summer skies.

Summer Stock-Up Event Haul - The Run down

2010-06-15T11:54:00.000-07:00

This Summer Stock-Up event happened a month ago but it has taken me forever to put the pics up. I didn't realize that I had so much stuff and I'm super hype to share all these products with my followers. I'm telling you, if you are a New Yorker there are fun things to do in NYC on the cheap and free all the time. You have to look, have the time to go and you'll never have to buy another beauty product again..lol..nah but I know you will.

The event was sponsored by beauty.com and athisbest.com. They had 75,000 free products to give away all scattered throughout 2 huge square containers, one female beauty products, the other men grooming products. It was a sight that almost brought tears to my eyes...oh no that was the sweat dripping down my brow for waiting on the line in the sun. Surprisingly the line was never that long at times and we only waited like 10 minutes. Yes, I went back more than once. I know I'm bad. Me and my friends did the switch-a-roo and exchanged outer layers as if we were apart of the FBI just to get the free products. It was so funny. I was looking extra cute that day and it was hard to disguise a red and blue plaid shirt-dress and fedora hat but I did my best and it worked..lol :)

One thing that was kinda messed up was that they specifically said people would be able to scoop their own products, just ONE scoop and put it into their bags but the bags were pre-filled by tall, hot models, some of which were putting products in their own pockets..ha ha ha. Which I didn't mind because I would have done it too. But it was wack since we couldn't scoop it out ourselves like they said. I mean I'm not complaining, I did get tons of free brand name products. Some of which would have been expensive otherwise so I'm happy as can be with my free..free..free!

Below are pics of the awesome products I got. Yeah, I'd be jealous too if I saw this and realized I missed out on an awesome event. Here's a tissue..let it all out...j/k :)

Fun Mail June 7 - 12

2010-06-15T10:18:00.000-07:00

I love getting mail. One thing I hate is getting bills and useless crap but it feels awesome coming home to a tall stack of envelopes and cute little boxes. I shake it and wonder whats inside. Then I rip and tear away at the plastic and paper until I reach my treat. So this is last weeks Fun Mail.

From Vocalpoint.com I received my Pantene Shampoo and Conditioner 1.7 oz size sample for Medium-Thick Hair (Frizzy to Smooth).It's a decent size sample. I also received four (4) $1.00 off coupons for Pantene products.

I also received 2 more mini-deodarants from Walmart.

Secret Clinical Strength Light & Fresh Scent 0.5 OZ

Dove Ulimate BeautyCare in Light Radiance w/ moisturizers 0.5 OZ.

Sephora Chic Prints by Opi Review!!

2010-06-15T09:21:00.000-07:00

I can't afford Minx so I get the next best thing. Opi's Chic Prints are sold at Sephora for only $15. 16 come in a pack so it can fit on a variety of nail lengths and sizes. I thought it was easy to use and apply but it didnt go on as perfect as the big advertisement in the Sephora.

I have very curvy nails. They aren't flat but shaped by a bowl.. I did have some air pockets on the side but people didn't even notice. The package says they last for 2 days but they can definitely last a few more. After 2 days I applied clear polish on one side of my hand to see if it would stay longer but it was the same and eventually begin to peal off at the tips of my nail.

My boy friend had the pleasure of peeling each one off on Sunday..lol. Gotta love that man. I applied it to each nail on Thursday evening in a rush for my 1 year anniversary and my extra special preparation along with some other factors made us late for our Brazilian Restaurant rendezvous. Oh well, we still had an awesome time.

Since I had a few Chic Prints left in my pack I decided to paint my nails in Essie Van D'Go nail polish and only used my Anchor Chic Print on one nail on each hand to see how it would look and I like the results. People noticed it like crazy when it was all my nails and I got good feedback from strangers but I'm stretching this pack for all its worth.

Yes, for Opi Chic Prints @ Sephora. At $15 a pop its an affordable way to dress up your nails for a special occasion or if you want to stand out in the crowd. I got a lot of stares. Hopefully they were good ones..lol. Glitz Lipz Out!!

Free Clairol Natural Instincts Rich Color Creme..Free Box!!

2010-06-15T08:10:00.000-07:00

Clairol is giving away 1,000 boxes a day for 5 days, beginning Today at Noon!

Make sure to “like” Clairol to get ready for the giveaway!

At Noon click "Offers" and then "Register" for your free box. They're giving away 5000. Come on you have to get at least one!! Enjoy let me know what color you get! Glitz Lipz out!!

Free Box of Clairol on Facebook

Summer Love on June 25th @ TRC Fashion Night Out!

2010-06-12T13:11:00.000-07:00

TRIBECA RETAIL CLUB - "SUMMER LOVE" 2010

WHEN : FRIDAY June 25

WHERE : CHACALA NY

394 Broadway, 4th fl (btw walker and white)

TIME : 6PM - 11PM

ADMISSION : FREE

VIP ENTRANCE : $15.00 / Open Bar / VIP Swag Bags

VIP DOOR ENTRANCE : $20.00 / Open Bar / VIP Swag Bags

TRAVEL : A C E N R 6 to Canal Street

The Tribeca Retail Club Designer event is an independent designers trunk show and shopping and beauty event !

Each event showcases a variety of independent designer duds, beauty products, and services.

The Tribeca Retail Club is an underground fashionistas destination, and great night out for the girls !

Goody bags and drink beverages are always on hand and the event plays the best music spun by Chacala DJ in Residence Lil Hungry.

Admission is free but the event recommends to purchase a VIP admission ticket to take advantage of the open bar and VIP goody bag (which btw.. is amazing) crammed with great products and goodies.

VIP ticket holders can also take advantage of our designer discounts and beauty bar service provided by HEAD QUARTERZ HAIR SALON!!

By popular request more Women's Wear!

Check back for designer listings!

Subscribe to their mailing list to receive updates and offers !

subscribe@tribecaretailclub.com

Visit their blog : http://trcfashionnews.blogspot.com/

Thanks to the June Goody Bag Sponsors!

KISS MY FACE

VITA COCO

IDALMI ST BARTH

GOODY HAIR PRODUCTS

PHUKET BEER

HEAD QUARTERZ HAIR SALON

YELP

CLEARLY BEAUTIFUL

FROWNIES

Designers!

VERA DE NERO

JEMIMA JACKMAN

JUAN COLON

IDALMI ST BARTH COSMETICS

LAVAZZON GALLERY

ALIBI JEWELLERY

EPIFANIA

SOCIALITE ACCESSORIES

FINISHING TOUCHES

DOMINIQUE AUXILLY

SANDRA BAQUERO

YUMI CHEN

DANI KATES

WESTERN SPIRIT VINTAGE BOOTS

TRU BUTTER

Free Popeyes Cane Sweet Ice Tea Today 10am-10pm

2010-06-12T10:11:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, June 12th, from 10AM-10PM, Popeyes is offering a FREE 22 oz. glass of sweet iced tea! Limit 1 per person; click here for more information.

COSMO'S SUMMER SPLASH EVENT 2010 on JUNE 23rd

2010-06-12T09:50:00.000-07:00

Come party with your friends and mingle with sexy, hot singles at Cosmo Promotion’s Summer Splash. Enjoy complimentary cocktails, astrology readings, mini massages, a free gift bag and more.

Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Nikki Midtown
151 East 50th Street
New York City
7pm - 9pm
RSVP to cosmopromotions@hearst.com.
Event sponsored by

Cosmo's Summer Splash 2009

2010-06-12T09:43:00.000-07:00

FREE Centennial Bee-Day Party @ Brooklyn Botanic Garden

2010-06-12T09:28:00.000-07:00

Saturday, June 12 | 11 a.m.–6 p.m. | Free!

Celebrate BBG's centennial with a bee-filled birthday party for all ages. Enjoy a day of musical performances by Stephane Wrembel, the Django Experiment; Mecca Bodega; the Persuasions; the Sweet Divines; and other artists. Themed walking tours with BBG's gardeners and scientists highlight plants' special relationships with bees. Sample "New York City rooftop honey" and other delights by local beekeepers and artisans. Hear renowned apiarist Dennis vanEngelsdorp and nature writer Verlyn Klinkenborg talk about the importance of bees in our environment. Kids can buzz around the grounds in fanciful bee costumes, make bee puppets, explore hands-on science workshops, and enjoy bee-inspired readings by Children's Poet Laureate Mary Ann Hoberman.

Royal Pains: Free Lacoste Shirt Exchange Rundown

2010-06-12T09:22:00.000-07:00

At the beginning on June USA Network joined forces with Lacoste and Vanity Fair for a shirt exchange to benefit charity. The Lacoste & Royal Pains Shirt Exchange was a huge hit, bringing crowds of people with shirts in hand from all over.The event was held on June 3 from 8am-6pm at Greeley Square (Midtown) on West 33 and 6th Ave.

I went early in the morning before work and even though I was running a bit late I couldn't leave til I had that gift card in my hands. I was on the line for about 40 minutes and conversed with a kind gentlemen in front of me. I inched closer and closer. The sun was hot that day and beamed down on me as a steadly made my way under some shade.

Models in Lacoste gear handed out frisbee's to people waiting on line. For the shirt exchange I brought a cute white button down that I always had in my closet but never wore so I figured why not give it to someone who can use it. I filled out a card with my name since I made a shirt donation then I stepped up to a young woman who handed me my $50 Lacoste gift card. My friend said they also gave out 1-ride metro cards but the person I went to never gave me that :(. Oh well. I can't wait to use it even though the clothes are super duper expensive.

After I walked into Greeley Square I realized the small park had been transformed into an arena of fun. There was a booth with lemonade, mini waters and double chocolate cookies. Small pillars with huge bowls were filled with ice and more miniature waters. Vanity Fairs latest June 2010 issue was scattered throughout the Square. The cover was adorned with a vintage picture of Elizabeth Taylor. Elegant, beautiful, radiant, a classic beauty. On my way to work I flipped through the magazine pages, while sipping on ice cold lemonade, and nibbled on my chocolate cookie. All for free! All for a good cause! A good deed with a great outcome.

Japan Block Fair Sunday June 13th

2010-06-12T07:59:00.000-07:00

Upcoming Japan Block Fair
Sunday, June 13th
11am-6pm
On Broadway (bet. 85th & 86th Sts)

Hey all. If you love good food, good music, and want something to do on a Sunday afternoon then check this out. Tomorrow the Japan Block Fair will be going on from 11am to 6pm. Grab some of your friends and indulge in Japanese delicacy's, performances, tap dancing, and a Samurai Boot-camp you won't soon forget.

Performance Schedule:

Reni Cosplay Performance (12pm, 4:10pm)
Tap Dance & Sanshin (12:30pm)
NY Suwa Taiko Association (1pm, 2pm)
Yosakoi Dance Project 10tecomai (1:30pm 2:30pm)
Samurai Bootcamp! (2:55pm, 3:45pm)
Uzuhi Band Performance (3:20pm, 4:45pm)

* Schedule and participating companies are subject to change

Participating Companies include AKI, EPI Design Network, Frantic, High Rollers, Image Anime, iTasho, Libe, Nuskin, NY Life Insurance, Otafuku, Pecopeco!, Sugiura, Sushi magic, Tono, The Westeria Garden, Uminoie, and many more!

Japanese food, performances and products. Rain or Shine!! For more info www.japanblockfair.com

Sephora Splurge* Chic Prints in Anchor & Fun Free Spree

2010-06-07T12:34:00.000-07:00

After the Skinny Cow event on Saturday and brief moments at the High Bar Roof Top BBQ soiree, full of pretty people with fat wallets, my friends and I decided we wanted to go on a free spree.

We went to a few Sephora's trying to score the mini mascara from the Dior Show promotion from last week. While window shopping my eyes caught on these nail prints. Not as expensive as Minx but a close knock-off, Sephora's 'Chic Prints' are a nice alternative for those who don't have $100 to spend on a trip at a salon. Minx'd nails are crazy expensive at $10 a nail. Geez, way to much to spend on nails that have the tendency to chip, break, or crack.

This is a nice alternative if your on the cheap but want to look the part. For only $15 you can get 16 precut nail strips. They come in 8 different designs. We'll probably see more in the future. Its by the Opi brand but they say "brewed by Minx" in the back of the packaging. I guess a friendly ode to the original makers that made these fancy nail designs famous.

Some other free things I scored. I keep telling everyone you have to sign up for Aveda. They have lots of free product samples and tons of locations. Last time I went I had a wonderful conversation with a worker, refreshing tea to sip on, and a hand massage with their Caribbean therapy lotion. It was so relaxing and I didn't have to open my wallet to get that moment of bliss.

2 Caribbean Therapy Body Creme
2 Damage Remedy Hair Care kits containing a Shampoo, Conditioner, & Treatment
1 Damage Remedy Daily Hair Repair
1 Green Science Firming Eye Creme

Fun Mail...last weeks mail box adventures

2010-06-07T07:30:00.000-07:00

I love getting mail. I don't like getting bills but the fun stuff seem to be out-weighing all the junk mail. I've been getting free samples in the mail like crazy and I want to share them with all of you.

Secrets Clinical Strength Deodorant in Light & Fresh scent

A few weeks back there was a promotion by Eco-tools to send/recycle your old make-up brushes, empty lotion bottles, and make-up tubes. I sent 2 empty product bottles in. It cost me a little over $1 to send it first class in a padded envelope and I received 2 coupons to get 2 free products valued up to 7.99 Each. I did something good for the environment and in return I get to use these coupons on some eco-friendly alternatives valued up to about $16 Bucks. I can't wait to go to my local pharmacy or target to pick out some new make up goodies to try out. :)

Shirley J Universal sauce. This can be used in pasta sauces and to flavor up cheese sauces, gravy, etc. I have yet to try it out but I'm thinking of doing an Alfredo pasta night. Can't wait to try out this tasty sauce enhancer.

New Bzz CoverGirl - Smoky Shadow & Shine Blast Campaign

2010-06-07T06:55:00.000-07:00

A few years back I discovered bzzagent.com. This website runs on word-of-mouth. It's awesome. You sign up for the site, take an extensive general survey on things you like to do, your living situation and thats how they determine your "bzz campaigns". My mom and my friend joined. My mom gets completely different bzz's then I do because she's older, owns a home, etc. So yeah, everyone gets different campaigns and different products. I've gotten lip-gloss's to cereal, full size name brand perfumes, hair products, and more. This site is amazing and you don't pay a damn thing. All they ask in return is that you submit Bzz Reports. So you talk it up to all of your friends and family about your "bzz" and you write a brief report. They also include coupons and samples to share with friends, family members, co-workers, whoever you want to so you can get feedback.

Besides getting cool new products and services to try for free you also get points for surveys and bzz reports. You can redeem these points with an affiliate website Mypoints.com. You create a username and password so you can monitor and redeem these points for giftcards. I've gotten target, red lobster, restaurants.com, and so much more in gift cards ranging from $10 - $25. They do offer gift cards up to $100 but I get so impatient that I redeem them when they hit the $25 mark. :) What can I say? With Mypoints its cool because when you do your general online shopping, if you click-thru using their website you get points for your purchases. So everyday online transactions can become points you can redeem for gift cards. Cha-Ching. You don't even go out of your way and you get points. I've gotten points for my laptop purchase, airfare, shopping at Sephora online, and other websites.

If you haven't joined Bzzagent.com or Mypoints.com then you're missing out. Seriously. Its free to join with tons of free perks so don't wait just do!

Smoky ShadowBlast**
The smoky eye just may be the most desired, yet most challenging look to achieve — but with Smoky ShadowBlast you can do it yourself in just two simple steps using one smart tool! That's because this innovative new eye shadow features expertly coordinated shades and a unique double-ended stick with precision tips to let you easily apply colors, smudge and blend them to smoky perfection. Expert style without the expert — now that's a smoke of genius.

ShineBlast Lip Gloss**
This striking gloss boasts light reflecting shimmer, layered under a high gloss finish for attention-getting, bold, "look-at-me lips". ShineBlast also has a makeup-artist inspired applicator, the ShineSculpt™, which hugs the contours of your lips. The finished look? Beautifully defined lips with 4x more noticeable shine*. Check out ShineBlast Lip Gloss; lips sculpted and defined with a blast of shimmer behind the shine.

** - Info provided by Bzzagent.com Covergirl Blast BzzGuide

Allure Prize

2010-06-07T06:21:00.000-07:00

At the beginning of each month Allure offers fun contests for free goodies. When you go to their site and click on the "free stuff" link they show an array of beauty products that you can score for free. The first 500 to register at the beginning of the month at 12 noon have a chance at winning.

Usually I'm not home at noon or have access to the internet at work so I can't enter. Most of the time if I am home I usually forget and miss the deadline. *Tear drop* lol. But that's okay. So my mom won a prize. It was so funny because it came in the mail and she didn't even realize. It had "congratulations winner" on a piece of paper and she didn't even read it. Winning must be nothing new to her.

The cool thing about it is that what she got in the mail isn't even the prize. Due to an "overwhelming worldwide demand" of the new Avene Body Oil they included a gift out of gratitude for the delay of her prize.

She received:

Avenes's Thermal Spring water mist spray which is proven to soothe inflammation, itching redness, general sensitvity and post medical and aesthetic procedure irritation as it softens , protects, and purifies the skin. It sets make-up and is a refresher for the summer heat. Awesome!
Sample of Avene's Body Oil

Her full size Body Oil has yet to come in the mail. What a nice gesture. She scores 3 prizes for the price of 1 setback. Don't you just love the universes little slip-ups.

Join MyShimmer.com Test out and Review FREE Beauty Products

2010-06-05T00:28:00.000-07:00

I found out about this site through a fellow blogger while surfing the net. She got some pretty cool stuff to try out so I joined immediately. I'm still making my way around the site.

They have tutorials, a mens section, vidoes, and events. Mind, body and spirit to hair, face, and real beauty. Sounds like a fun site. Join by clicking the link below. Let me know if you join and what products they send you for free to test out! Happy sampling my dears.

My Shimmer: Discovering Beauty

So many events so little time..ahhh

2010-06-04T08:44:00.000-07:00

I've been so busy that I've been neglecting my blog. Mucho sorry. I admit that I have been slacking but not in all areas of my life. I have tons of awesome pictures, great news, and events to share with you all but I have been running around. Working, partying, and drinking. :) Sounds like tough work right. Well, it is. I have some food reviews, a bunch of samples and products to share.

Some good news. I am the NYC Events Editor for Prettycity.com so I am so happy. If you're in the New York area and want to find the latest events then check out my page and you won't be disappointed. If you like you can even submit events so i can post them up.

NYC Events Page @ Pretty City

I have been appointed Managing Editor of Themodernlook.com. It's a new web magazine with tantalizing articles. Get addicted to themodernlook.com. The one drug you can't help but take daily!! The not-so-average web publication, for the not-so-average person. And really, who wants to be just average. Not me!

The Modern Look

Today is my One Year Anniversary with my Boyfriend. I'm so happy. They say the first 6 months are the best but it still feels like the first day and I hope this feeling never goes away. Love is awesome. I have a pic of me and my beau in an earlier post.

I recently went to The Sassy City chicks sample sale event. Bloomingdales had a Cozy Wallet events that was fun and we sneaked into another event by clothing line Edun. Free food, good music, great dancing, and free drinks. Seriously, I love New York city. So much to do on the cheap, you just have to search and you shall find.

Thanks to all those who have supported and kept up with my blog. Please continue and I'll have some more fun events coming soon. Thanks! Glitz Lipz Out!!

Skinny Cow Bra & Ice Cream Event!!!

2010-06-04T08:25:00.000-07:00

Don't miss out on this awesome event right here in NYC. This event is FREE with RSVP. It's going to be fun fun fun. Check out my post below for all the details. I'm going to be there tomorrow with tons of friends. It's not to late. You can sign up for Saturday or Sunday. This weekend only. Round up the girls for a bra fitting you won't soon forget. And tasty ice cream to boot.

Omg I just checked they only have a select few time slots available left. Hurry up and sign up before its sold out. You don't wanna miss an event this fun and this free. :)

Glitzlipz Out!!!!