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HOT Summer Scents | July 19, 2011

If your looking for that perfect scent to wear this summer here are two for you. The first one is “Because of You” by Grammy nominated artist Jordan Sparks.

This is such a beautiful scent. The name “Because of You” was thought of by Jordan to pay tribute to her fans. Jordan Sparks teamed up with Apra LLC, which is a leading fragrance company known for creating high quality affordable celebrity fragrances. The is scent is light and perfect for the summer. “Because of You” can be purchased at Kmart, Walmart and Sears and through ordinsparksbeauty.com and it retails for $17.95

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Style for a High School Reunion | July 18, 2011

Creating an outfit for a High School Reunion is never easy. I went ’round and ’round in my closet trying to find the perfect outfit. Finally I decided on something chic and simple…denim and black.

Skinny Denim by Alexander McQueen
Platforms by Christian Louboutin

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How To Pull Off Statement Pieces | July 18, 2011

Do you ever walk by that occasionally style-confused person and think “Great idea, but bad execution?”

As someone who likes to generally play it safe, I can attest to the fact that it is challenging to go out on a limb. Yes, my closet is filled with neutral colors, but what keeps things interesting in my wardrobe are statement pieces—the oh-so-spontaneous bursts of color that keep me saying, “Yes, I work in a cubical, but I do have a life.”

The key to wearing statement pieces successfully is to not overdo it. If you have a chunky necklace, opt for something subtler … Read More »


 

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Grilled Halibut with Strawberry Cilantro Salsa | July 18, 2011

By Allison Westfahl
Fitness expert and author of The Gluten Free Fat Loss Plan
http://www.allisonwestfahl.com/

Summer is the perfect time to grill up light, healthy dishes. This dish combines the sumptuous flavors of seasonal fruits and vegetables with the lean protein found in halibut. The dash of cayenne in the salsa gives it just the kick you need on those hot summer evenings!

Grilled Halibut with Strawberry Cilantro Salsa

Marinade:

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tsp sea salt

1 tsp black pepper

4 (4 oz each) fresh halibut steaks

Salsa:

2 tomatoes, chopped

Juice from half a lime

1/2 avocado, diced

1/2 red onion, diced

6 strawberries, chopped

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Mixed South American Grill with Chimichurri | July 15, 2011

Mixed South American Grill with Chimichurri
Serves 8 to 10

Although many traditional meat dishes in South and Central America are stews, certain countries, particularly Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil, are known for both their fine-quality beef and outdoor cooking, called “asado” in Spanish; “churrasco” in Portuguese. The representative grill recipe that follows can only be done on an outdoor grill. However, the Chimichurri Sauce is one that can be used for all types of meat (even a hamburger), poultry and fish, even if cooked indoors. You can also use any red or green salsa that you prefer.

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Chic Galleria’s Editor in Chief Featured in Adweek Magazine | July 14, 2011

I was so excited when I heard that Adweek magazine was featuring me in an article by By Lucia Moses! 

Vogue Casts 1,000 ‘Influencers’ for Network Condé taps word-of-mouth, social stars for advertisers’ sake

It’s not enough that a brand like Vogue can sway people to buy certain products by virtue of its clout. Brands today want to use the magazine’s readers to spread the word about their products.

To that end, the Condé Nast fashion bible has launched the Influencer Network, a platform for advertisers that want to get on the social media bandwagon. The Influencer Network … Read More »


 

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How About Some Shine? | July 14, 2011

We all need a great hairbrush!

Goody Jewel Shine Brushes, a natural sheen is just a brush away. Each Jewel Shine brush is infused with tourmaline to smooth hair, minimize static and enhance shine. Plus, they come in great jewel hued tones to add extra color to your life.

The brushes range from $6.49 – $7.49, and are available nationwide at Wal-Mart stores.

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At home salon: all-in-O.N.E moisturizer | July 14, 2011

The feeling of walking out of a spa, one a women yearns for. The citrus lavender scent, radiating skin, the slick moisturized skin, and shiny hair, all add to the relaxing sensation. Yet, to obtain this feeling, you have to empty your wallet. Hold on to your chairs ladies, there is an all-in-one moisturizer that will not dent your wallet and will leave you feeling as though you just left the salon. O.N.E is a moisturizer for everything: your hair, skin, and face.

As an olive oil based moisturizer, I was skeptical at first, but the feeling and scent was wonderful. … Read More »