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New Fall/Winter Nail Shades: Something for Everyone | September 27, 2011

As always, with a new season comes new nail polish shades, and I have to say I get giddy over cold weather hues. What I’m not feeling, at all, is the long pointed nail shape some celebs are currently sporting. Not only is unattractive in my eyes, it looks like it could be dangerous. Let’s take a look at what we have in store, or online, as the case may be, in the way of eye catching colors for fingers and toes.

The launch of Topshop makeup and the new store in Chicago brings us the stunning nail shade, Windy City. … Read More »


 

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Replenish Protein Smoothie | September 27, 2011

To rev-up on energy, maintain muscle strength and repair body cells, it is very important to refill your gas tank immediately after exercise. When you sweat, you lose water, and potassium and magnesium electrolyte ions which help cells retain fluid. That’s why I always hydrate with Koni Replenish Rooibos Tea during my workout. This delicious lemon strawberry caffeine free tea is packed with vitamins and minerals, such as zinc, copper, calcium, manganese, magnesium, and potassium. After my workout, I always like to replenish with a protein shake or smoothie. This is the best time to get protein into your body to begin healing the … Read More »


 

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Copperopolis Town Square and Calaveras County | September 27, 2011

Copperopolis Town Square in Calaveras County is a traditionally-designed, Gold Rush era-themed “country town” that is the retail and event hub of the Copper Valley in the Central Sierra region. Featuring charming boutiques, eateries and specialty shops, the pedestrian-friendly Town Square is the perfect place to spend some time after a round of golf at nearby Saddle Creek Resort, ranked in Golfweek’s “Best You Can Play” in California.

Developed by Castle & Cooke, it is a fresh approach to retail and residential that integrates historical awareness, environmental sensitivity and architectural appreciation. At its core is a neo-traditional urban design philosophy that … Read More »


 

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BCX for the Young Fashionista Coat giveaway | September 26, 2011

BCX is the fashion forward junior collection at Macy’s that offers stylish, affordable clothing for the young fashionista who’s into the latest novelty styles and chic essentials.

BCX (bcxstyle.com) is available at macy’s.

 

Chic Galleria is giving away a BCX coat (ARV $89.00) to one (1) lucky person. To enter, we ask that you visit bcxstyle.com and take a look around. Then come back here and leave a comment on this article letting us know what you found. A winner will be chosen at random from the comments and announced here on September 28, 2011. Winner can select from the … Read More »


 

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LunaTeal Jewelry Launches New Collection | September 26, 2011

Jewelry designer, young Dallas entrepreneur and Chic Galleria contributing writer, Leslie Chatman, just launched a new upscale hand-crafted collection, Nature’s Passion.

LunaTeal Jewelry recently launched new pieces as part of their Nature’s Passion collection. The Nature’s Passion collection is comprised of a variety of hand-crafted necklaces and earrings organically designed with beautiful 24k gold dipped leaves, vermeil flowers, wavy spacers and high quality natural gemstones. Future additions to the Nature’s Passion collection offerings will continue throughout the remainder of the year as the LunaTeal Jewelry line continues to grow, expanding to local boutiques and upscale spas in the Dallas … Read More »


 

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Five Tips: Avoid Letting Financial Issues Ruin Your Relationship | September 26, 2011

Dani Johnson, a personal financial expert featured on Oprah and The View this year, has inspired tens of thousands to pay off 100M in debt and improve their relationships.  Dani’s new book “First Steps to Wealth” launched in July and is available for free at www.danijohnson.com.

THE ENEMY IS NOT YOUR SPOUSE IT IS YOUR DEBT: Debt can be overpowering, you work all month just to dig yourself deeper in debt, increasing stress, which leads to fighting that can destroy your relationship and your happiness.  STOP! The enemy is not each other; the … Read More »


 

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The Armadillo shoes | September 23, 2011

What is there behind the most controversial shoes of the last years?

“The world needs fantasy, not reality. We have enough reality today” – Alexander McQueen.

A shoe and at the same time an architectonic piece, so kitsch to become sublime, made possible by combining Alexander McQueen brilliant mind, and the experience of Italian master shoemakers. The Armadillo are without any doubts the most innovative shoes presented recently.

They have been revealed during McQueen‘s  SS 10 show, “The Plato’s Atlantis Collection”, as a part of the looks of mutant creatures who embodied the mood of the collection. An … Read More »


 

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London Fashion Week S/S12 Trend Roundup | September 23, 2011

This past week, I fell in love with so many Women’s RTW Spring/Summer 2012 Collections from London Fashion Week.  I watched about a dozen live stream shows with the help of http://catwalklive.tv.   In addition to some carryover trends from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, like color blocking, cut outs and asymmetrical hems, there were some uniquely London expressions of style.  London fashion is very distinctive.  When one thinks of London, iconic looks like trench coats, fascinators and street style often comes to mind.  Here are some of the highlights from London Fashion Week that caught my attention.

BOLD COLOR: Louise Gray and Mary Kantrazou … Read More »