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Back To School Styles with PUMA | August 31, 2010

PUMA has always been my favorite brand of sneaker.  They are my go-to shoe for any situation where I’m having to do a lot of walking.  I’m always comfortable in my PUMA’s because they hug my narrow foot.  I even have PUMA footie socks!

Once I bought a pair of black PUMA’s with white stripes only to find out my daughter had the same pair.  Gasp!  How embarrassing that we might have matching shoes!  Luckily for both of us, I own the same pair in brown and white too.

These new Imani shoes that PUMA sent me to try are amazing.  I … Read More »


 

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Relax Missy Foldable Ballet Flats | August 31, 2010

Bella Dawn TV Host Fashion expert & Lifestyle stylist Dawn Del Russo finds you the latest. most stylish fashion finds like these fun Relax Missy foldable ballet flats. www.relaxmissy.com

Dawn Del Russo is a TV personality, fashion expert seen on National TV Better TV, Fox 5 NY, InStyle Magazine, Life and Style Magazine, US Weekly for her fashion and lifestyle tips and advice. She is the author of “101 Glam Girl Ways to an Ultra Chic Lifestyle”

Shop – www.belladawn.com

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Market Mommy Helps Women Entrepreneurs on a Budget | August 31, 2010

MarketMommy.com celebrated its first birthday this summer. The site’s first year has been full of exciting involvement and expansion.  Founder Dawn Berryman understands first-hand the struggles moms face when starting and marketing a small, online business.  Being a mom business owner since 2006, Dawn has taken her passion and built a successful website to help mom-entrepreneurs.

Market Mommy started out as a way to help moms learn how and where to market their businesses. Soon after the main website was launched, along came Market Mommy:: The Blog. This summer, as part of the site’s first birthday, a site redesign was launched … Read More »


 

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Talbots Launches New Denim Line for Fall:Contest | August 31, 2010

Talbots recently launched their new denim line and it is causing a wave of excitement in the fashion world.  In the midst of transforming it’s new look across the board, Talbots focused it’s fall collection around denim.  Believing that denim is a staple in every woman’s wardrobe, Talbots set out to create the perfect pairs of jeans.

There are four distinctive denim fits, Heritage, Signature, Trouser and Boyfriend.  There is no doubt that they have done extensive research for this new collection.  There is a fit and color wash for every woman!  It took Talbots 9 months to develop these styles.  … Read More »


 

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Helping Your Child Through the High School Transition | August 31, 2010

If your child has just made the move from middle school to a much larger high school they may be in shock. Don’t worry, it’s not medical, but it does require intervention from you if you want them to succeed and thrive during the next four years.

Middle schools are generally smaller and safer due to a lower student population. High schools are generally fed by multiple middle schools and cultures combine and clash in various ways throughout the year.

Poor high school transition has been linked to dropout rates and some of this is due to students being ill prepared for the rigorous … Read More »


 

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Rolando Santana Designs with the Customer in Mind | August 31, 2010

Rolando Santana is a new designer on the scene who deserves some major attention. I was honored to wear one of his beautiful dresses to the “Plate by Plate” event in LA last weekend (see picture below) and really have fallen in love with his chic designs. Rolando designs “with the customer in mind, and creates looks with the primary purpose of always making all women feel beautiful in his dresses.” His flattering silhouettes and flawless craftsmanship make his dresses a cut above the rest.

If you happen to be in New York City during … Read More »


 

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Talbots Bead & Flower Bracelet | August 31, 2010

Pick one pivotal piece or adorn with abandon. It’s all about expressing what’s real and genuine to you. 7½” long, toggle close.

Price $49.00 $34.99

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Interview with The Gift Shop by Osa/Giveaway | August 30, 2010

Osayamen Asemota started her career in media relations at a top International Public Relations firm and has acquired many years of marketing experience for the media, entertainment and fashion industries.

As President and Executive Consultant of The Gift Agency, LLC, an Event Marketing and Promotions company, Osa works closely with a team of “gifted consultants,” who assist clients with various promotional needs – including but not limited to Event Production, Product Placement/Gifting Services, Integrated Marketing & Strategic Partnerships.

After the success of The Gift Agency,LLC Osa wanted to tap into her other passion, fashion design.  Continue reading to learn more about about … Read More »


 

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How to Wear a Tiered Ruffle Skirt | August 30, 2010

Bella Dawn TV Host Fashion expert & Lifestyle stylist Dawn Del Russo shows you how to wear a tiered ruffle skirt.

Dawn Del Russo is a TV personality, fashion expert seen on National TV Better TV, Fox 5 NY, InStyle Magazine, Life and Style Magazine, US Weekly for her fashion and lifestyle tips and advice. She is the author of “101 Glam Girl Ways to an Ultra Chic Lifestyle”

Shop – www.belladawn.com

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Win Tickets for a Runway Show: Nolcha Fashion Week New York | August 30, 2010

Nolcha Fashion Week: New York is an award winning fashion week event now in its 9th season held simultaneously with New York Fashion Week consisting of four days of runway shows, eco-accessory exhibition, fashion business seminars, and networking events.

Filling a void during New York Fashion Week, Nolcha Fashion Week: New York has emerged as a solid platform and a reputable outlet for showcasing  top-tier designers, a globally-minded and diverse group originating from countries that include Italy, Brazil, United Kingdom, Venezuela, South Korea, Russia, Sweden, Colombia, USA, China, Dominican Republic, among others.

Chic Galleria … Read More »


 

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Interview with Zinke | August 30, 2010

Who are the creative minds behind Zinke?

Sisters Arin Robinson + Jessie Zinke are the creative design team behind Zinke Intimates. Arin launched Zinke Design, a wedding and event planning firm in 2006. She extended the brand to include bridal accessories and intimate apparel. In 2009 Jessie joined the team and the pair took Zinke Intimates to a new level with a full collection of lingerie fall 2009.

Your lingerie has a classic flare with a twist of modern, is this how you would describe your designs? Absolutely! We have a young, fresh appeal that is evident in our styles, color and … Read More »


 

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Hollywood Loves a Great Handbag | August 30, 2010

By Dorothy Howell,
Author of Shoulder Bags and Shootings: A Haley Randolph Mystery

Fashion is a major player in Hollywood. Wardrobe departments spend tireless hours perfecting the right “look” for their actors. Celebrity stylists live or die by the image they craft for their clients. Magazines and television shows devote themselves to photos and descriptions of celebrity clothing and accessories.

From the style and elegance of fashion icons such as Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn during Hollywood’s Golden Era, to pics of celebs like Jennifer Aniston and Reece Witherspoon hitting the trendy L.A. shops, the public is fascinated by what they’re wearing.

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Vegetarian Spring Risotto with White Truffle Oil | August 30, 2010

INGREDIENTS:

* 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
* 2 teaspoons shallots, chopped
* 1 cup white wine or champagne
* 3 tablespoons olive oil
* 1.5 cups arborio rice
* 4 1/2 to 6 1/2 cups vegetable stock. Keep this warmed on the stove
* 6 artichoke hearts, chopped
* 1 cup of peas and carrots
* 2 cups of cut zucchini
* 4 stalks of asparagus angled cut
* 2 tablespoons white truffle oil
* Fresh minced parsely, for garnish
* 1/4 cup grated vegan mozzarella

DIRECTIONS:

1. Saute garlic and shallots in a saucepan; deglaze the pan with champagne and reduce to half the original volume.
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Tacky Toy | August 30, 2010

Kimberley Clayton Blaine is a national parenting expert and a licensed Family and Child Therapist who specializes in working with children ages newborn to six years old.  Kimberley is the founder and executive producer of a grassroots webshow, called www.TheGoToMom.TV.  Kimberley’s new book comes out this fall, The Go-To Mom’s Parenting Guide to Emotion Coaching Young Kids.”

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A Charmed Life | August 30, 2010

A flower without perfume is like a personality without charm (Eileen Ascroft)

Through her teachings of etiquette and charm, Ms. Ascroft stressed one thing:  no woman, no matter how beautiful or clever she may be, can live her life fully without utilizing charm.  The good news, of course, is that every woman is born with charm; it’s our birthright.  Today’s society, however, doesn’t necessarily lend itself to charm, and this is quite unfortunate.

With a little guidance and patience, tapping into charm can be quite easy.

The first step is in getting to truly know ourselves.  Too often, we merely say to ourselves, … Read More »