Birks.com

 

If you're feeling like you need ice your situation up for impending holiday parties and the like, look no further. I have the best jewelry store suggestion. Birks.com is a Canadian online bauble shop featuring an enormous selection of pendants, rings, bracelets and earrings in a variety of metals and stone combinations. Best of all, you can even sell your unwanted gold to them via a user-friendly link on their website to request a kit that includes instructions on how to send in your items in exchange for cash.

Definitely one to keep in mind for your holiday gift shopping. Don't forget, the holiday madness begins in mere DAYS, friends. Where does the time go?

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Birks.com

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Destination: Procrastination

TheGloss has some ideas for other stuff for the Marie Claire editors to dislike. Like alligators.
[TheGloss]

Ten spooky dream symbols, decoded
[Lemondrop]

I've been on Bieber, Perry, Gaga and Swift watch at MTV all week this week!
[MTV Buzzworthy]

Seven different ways to wear the same black pencil skirt, from super casual to cocktail-party fancy:
[Already Pretty]


Last-minute Halloween makeup idea: Flapper!
[BellaSugar]

Crushable created a guide to help you cheat your way through the World Series:
[Crushable]


My boobs are too big, but I love them anyway: An essay
[College Candy]

Modern-day relationship tips from Jackie O & Marilyn Monroe
[Your Tango]

Derek Lam is launching an exclusive collection on eBay and YOU get to choose what’s in it!
[What's Haute]


Three dress picks for semi-formal season
[College Fashion]

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A Supplement That Will Help Your Hair Grow Long

Ohai!

I didn't see you there because I was busy looking at the back of my hair growing PAST MY BRA STRAP in the mirror. This is my new favorite activity since my hair's grown an amazing 3-4 inches since the end of August. This is unprecidented hair growth for my mane, which likes to call it quits a little past my collarbones. What do I have to thank for this Alicia Silverstone circa Aerosmith's Crazy video? A little pill (doll!) called Selenium.

Or as I like to call it, Selenium Dion. I first learned about this vitamin's hair growth helping potensh from hairstylist Gary at the epic IT&LY HAIRFASHION awards show I attended in Vegas last month as a VIP guest. In fact, I've rewritten one of its namesake, Celine Dion's, signature songs to express my feelings about this wonder supplement. 

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Fictionary: Gampaign

 Fictionary is a column showcasing beauty-related words that don't exist, but should.

When it gets colder, I find I have to be more gambitious when it comes to ensuring my stems are super smooth and moisturized. In the summer, I find I don't need to work so hard on getting my gams to maintain their hydrated status. But in the fall and winter? I have to launch a gampaign. It's two-fold and it involves a drugstore bargain and a higher-end luxe lotion.

The first step is shaving with my new fave shave accoutrement Skintimate Cream Shave Moisturizing for Dry Skin in Cashmere Rain ($4). This stuff is thick like a milkshake and boasts stunning glide for my razor while it holds in moisture like it ain't no thing. I experience a marked difference with this stuff, so I'm happy to throw down a reasonable $4 every time I've run out of the convenient tube, which stands straight up in the shower.

After I've exited shower world, I lightly towel off and apply while my skin is still damp my new favorite body cream, Kiehl's new Creme de Corps Soy Milk and Honey Whipped Body Butter ($35). It is SUBLIME. It's even decorated in a limited-edition jar by contemporary artist Jeff Koons. With the shared vision of creating safer, more sustainable environments for children, the Kiehl’s and KOONS partnership will raise awareness and funds through the sale of the Limited Edition Creme de Corps Holiday Collection, a four-product collection which includes the above body butter. 100% of Kiehl’s net profits from the sale of each product will benefit The Koons Family Institute, an initiative of the International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children (ICMEC). This scented cream's light application belies its 24-hour hydration. And yet, it's quickly absorbed leaving only its delish fragrance in its wake. You, your parched arms, legs and feet will LURVE it.

What's your fall gampaign? Share in the comments!

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Holiday Gift Guide 2010: InStyle Ultimate Beauty Secrets.

 

Ohai! This year's BBJ Holiday Gift Guide is starting early, it seems. I wanted to let you know about a little gem you'll want to give to your beauty-focused friend who knows everything--because the biggest room in the world? Room for improvement. This tome gave even yours truly a run for my beauty-tip money. One of my faves: Wash your face with dandruff shampoo if your skin is dry and flaky once a month. This reduces the yeast levels that that cause scaly skin.

Plus Q&As where InStyle's beauty editors address readers' burning beauty questions accompany each chapter. The book is available today, October 26 at instyle.com/ultimate for $23.



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Kenneth Cole Spring 2011 And Blogger Dinner

As you can see, the epic Kenneth Cole does not miss out on an opportunity to throw some of his clever, pithy copywriting on some stuff--not even when it comes to furniture. This is one of the chairs at the designer's first blogger dinner and Kenneth Cole Spring 2011 collection launch last week. Considering this was his first foray into a social media-driven event, he demonstrated he's a fast learner and got the concept of a new-media invitation by recording a video invite to all the blogger recipients on a Sony Bloggie.

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Bed Bath and Freaking Beyond + A Giveaway

Dolls, the title is an allusion to that hilar episode of Sex and the City when Mario Cantone's character screams that his mother is constantly calling to ask what kind of comforter she should get from "Bed Bath and Freaking Beyond." 

It's apropos because the Bed Bath & Beyond on 61^st Street at 1^st Avenue in Manhattan is morphing into the ultimate beauty destination, featuring a designated L’Oréal Paris area with skincare, hair care, cosmetics and hair color. I love when I can get my beauty products and sheets at the same store. Best of all? Unlike drugstores, there will be L’Oréal Paris beauty advisors at the boutique every day to assist with purchases, selecting shades and helping you find the the formula best for you. 

The store is hosting a kick-off party at the UES location on Thursday, October 28 from 5-8pm. Free samples of cosmetics and hair care (including the brand's legendary Elnett hairspray--snag one while you can!) and free mini makeovers from the L’Oréal Paris Pro-team will be available. 

AND L'Oreal Paris has offered to give a $100 gift card to a BBJ reader. To enter, follow me on Twitter and RT Follow @glambr and RT to enter to win a $100 gift card! Winner announced 10/29. #giveaway #freebie.

Good luck!

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Latest MTV Buzzworthy Posts: Justin Bieber's Early to the Halloween Party, A Photo Retrospective of Xtina and More

Oh hey, guys! Check my latest posts on the MTV Buzzworthy blog:

Justin Bieber's dressing for Halloween already

Photos: A Christina Aguilera Retrospective

Did Lady Gaga get married in Greece this weekend?

A video tour of Kelly Osbourne's closet


Kisses,
Amber

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Giveaway: Peter Thomas Roth Lips To Die For

The last PTR giveaway of October, friends! This one's one of my morning go-tos.

Peter Thomas Roth Lips To Die For ($20) If Marilyn Monroe were a lip balm, this is surely the one she'd be. Plus? If the name alone doesn't do it for you, the utter hydration and sheer holographic pink tint will. 

Here's how to enter the Peter Thomas Roth Lips To Die For Pink Bombshell Lip Balm Giveaway:

If you haven't already, "like" both the Beauty Blogging Junkie and the Peter Thomas Roth pages on Facebook. That's it! The deadline is Friday, October 29 at 11:59pm. 

I'll choose a random winner and will notify them via Facebook this weekend. 

Good luck, dollfaces!


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Recommended Reading: Your So-called Life + A Giveaway

I was at my parents' house in my former bedroom rocking a little zit cream on my screaming phone-zone uninvited FRIEND catching up on teen mags dealing with crippling cramps, listening to Jon Secada's Just Another Day and wondering why I don't have a boyfriend A FEW WEEKS ago when it occurred to me that astoundingly little has changed for me since 1993.

My gal Andrea Lavinthal and her longtime co-author Jessica Rozler figured out that this is a common phenomenon and penned Your So-called Life, a hilarious tome for those--like moi--in the throes of a thrisis (Andrea and Jessica's word). Chock-full, as this duo's books tend to be, with fun charticles, and funny prose this read is “A guide to boys, body issues, and other big-girl drama you thought you would have figured out by now.”

Read more and see below for how to enter for a chance to win a copy!

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Get The Look: Willow Smith's Hair in the "Whip My Hair" Video

If VH1's Best Week Ever were still on TV (and why the eff isn't it?) surely they'd agree the title would go mini-phenom Willow Smith for her "Whip My Hair" video. I love that her hair is the whole story's protagonist. Don't you?

Celebrity hairdresser and recent award winning hairstylist from IT&LY HAIRFASHION Marcia Hamilton created the  multiple hair looks for the new tween pop star's musical moment. Read more on how to get the look!

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Official Mascara Correspondent: Rimmel Lycra Lash Extender

Official Mascara Correspondent Ashleigh Ciucci is back with more lash news to lay on you. Here, she tests the Rimmel Lycra Lash Extender. In Ashleigh's words:

I bought this baby one day when I left the house (miraculously) without applying my mascara.  [Ed. note: I don't miss those days since getting eyelash extensions. I used to be all, "why do I look like a MAN today? Oh."] And that's why I'm calling this my "In Case of Emergency" mascara.  It was inexpensive and got the job done, but I wouldn't look at it as my go-to.  

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P&G Pop-up Shop

What would you say to a bunch of your favorite household and beauty brands converging in midtown to offer you gratis services, products and a chance to learn about some new launches this year you may have missed out on? P&G is offering FREE on-the-spot coloring seshes with Clairol products, blow-outs with Head & Shoulders, makeup applications with CoverGirl and more.

LOCATION: 101 57^th Street (near 6^th Avenue), NYC
DATES: October 22 – October 31
TIMES: Monday-Friday 9am-8pm; Saturday-Sunday 10am-8pm

If you're on Twitter, use hastag #pgnycpopup when talking about the pop-up experience.

You're welcome!

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Get an AHAlife!

Sometimes? It takes a village to cultivate the fabulousness.

That's why new site AHAlife turns to expert beauty, fashion and lifestyle curators--experts in their respective fields to snuff out a single gorge item you've likely never seen before every day.

Take today's item, Metal Cage Clutches by Anndra Neen. You'll find out about one new item every 24 hours complete with fantastic editorial to accompany it. Best of all? Some items are limited edition, so if you don't move on it quickly, you could miss out. I rested on my laurels (for the only time in my lifestyle) and was nearly too late to purchase a Cynthia Rowley toolset. Truly the opposite of buyer's remorse. But there are 364 other chances to bring something under-the-radar and chic to the table, so get involved.

Sign up today at ahalife.com.

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NARS Cosmetics' Makeup Artist Francelle Daly To Make Virtual P.A.!

Got burning beauty questions? On Wednesday, October 27, NARS national makeup artist Francelle Daly will hold her first “Virtual PA” on Twitter and Facebook. As a makeup artist who has worked with top celebrities, models, editors and photographers, Francelle has the insider scoop on streamlining your fall/holiday beauty routine.

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I Want My MTV!

Well I've BEEN wanting it since the '80s and I finally got it. I'm doing a little baby bit of freelancing for MTV's Buzzworthy Blog (edited by my gal Tamar) and have been writing about all manner of things starting with Lady Gaga's foray into the world dressed ostensibly as the love child of an ostrich and '80s Madonna.

Check out my posts here.

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Beauty For A Good Cause: Celebrate LancômeGenes Day

Lancôme is hosting a one-day fundraiser tomorrow, October 22 called Genes Day. For every Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate sold in the U.S., Lancôme will donate $7 to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. (Sales from lancome.com will be counted, too!) The brand plans to donate a minimum of $100,000 from this initiative.

Raise awareness by tweeting along with Lancome (@lancomeparis) #lancomegenesday and we have a special tab on their Facebook page that’s gathering all of the news generated about this exciting project. Get more deets from Tory Kirby, Arlenis Sosa and Sandy Linter on how Genes Day works in the video below.

Glowpinkstah's Angelina from Jersey Shore Makeup Tutorial

The hilarious Glowpinkstah has done it again! This time, she's breaking down how to be unapologetically slutty like Jersey Shore's Angelina in her latest video makeup tutorial. It's perfect for T-shirt time, or anytime, really. In the words of D.J. Pauly D--Ohhhhh yeah!



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Kristen Stewart Goes Back to Dark Hair

That's so raven! Kristen Stewart traded in this summer's strawberry blonde shade for some sultry, deep brunette locks. I like the change. It makes her hair look super shiny.

What do you think?

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House of Dereon Spine Tattoo is Lilliputian

My pal Lilit over at TheGloss just tipped me off  about how a colleague of hers bought one of those back-covering House of Dereon temporary tattoos, only to find out that it was "about four inches long and couldn’t even cover a doll’s back." What a scam!

Totes reminds of that mo' of cinematic genius in Zoolander when Derek shakes the model of the school and cries, "What is this? A school for ants? It needs to be at least three times that size!" 

Perhaps House of Dereon should switch its name to House of Ants? Or perhaps House of Lies? What do we think?

[TheGloss]

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Mad Men Costume Designer Janie Bryant Launches Nail Polish Line with Nailtini

Nail polish collaborations are clearly the way you know your celebrity is fierce in 2010. First Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and now super-smart sartorial storyteller Emmy-award winning Mad Men costume designer Janie Bryant has launched her debut line of nail lacquers for beauty company Nailtini. The limited edition collection—available at Duane Reade Look Boutiques and QVC.com—features four polishes in festive metallics. Very pour yourself a drink, n'est-ce pas?

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Fictionary: Talon-ted

Fictionary is a column showcasing beauty-related words that don't exist, but should.

I envy those who can paint on wild nail art with reckless abandon. I'll never be that girl with the steady hand. Alas, I've mastered the self-manicure (though I can never hold a candle to the talon-ted Michelle). Talon-ted is this week's Fictionary entry and it means being skilled at freehand nail art.

And for those (like moi) who aren't talon-ted? There's  the new Color Club Bewitching Collection Kit ($14), featuring four mini lacquers (Bewitching, a snazzy black; Charmed I'm Sure, a hot purple; Spellbound, a bright orange; and Hocus Pocus, a sparkly silver glitter) and decals for easy-to-apply spooktacular tips.

Incidentally, I have no idea why the majority of the Fictionary column is nail-related words. Perhaps in the same manner that Eskimos have over 200 words for snow, I have multiple names to express my love of paraphernailia. Call it varnacular.

Okay, I'm done.

Disclaimer: I received a sample of this for editorial consideration

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Saks Friends and Family Discount: 20% Off

Redeem at saks.com!

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New Pout Prepper: Fresh Sugar Lip Polish

Craving a new obfreshion? The brand's sugar franchise expands with the launch of this new Fresh Brown Sugar Lip Polish, a Sephora exclusive. If you're a lipstick wearer, a pre-slick sesh with this stuff on dry lips wiped off with a soft towel will give you a great canvas for "painting," you little Michaelangelo.

The Fresh Brown Sugar Lip Polish retails for $22.50 and is a Sephora Insider Exclusive.

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Destination: Procrastination

Genius: Use your shower cap to take home hotel soap you love!
[Bella Sugar]

Tom and Lorenzo think Kate Hudson looks pretty fly on the cover of ELLE and I do, too
[Project Rungay]

Four dramatic eye shadow looks for fall
[College Fashion]

I feel like Methusaleh. She-Ra is 25
[Lemondrop]

Over your bangs? Here's how to conceal that fringe
[College Candy]

From the sublime to the ridic! Why is Kate Hudson now going out with my wash & dry hair? I KNEW we had the same hair, Kate. Though I never let ANYONE see mine in that state, and here YOU are on a red carpet
[Go Fug Yourself]

Two new beauty lines are launching at--a shoe store?
[Beauty Blitz]

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Teeth Bleaching with Dr. Thomas Connelly

That smile you see at left is that of yours truly, pre- and post-KöR Deep Bleaching at Dr. Thomas Connelly's office. My color crony Jason Backe introduced me to this celeb dentist who took my teeth to Taylor Lautner levels of white in just an hour with little pain--even with my sensitive teeth. I felt slight sensitivity here and there in the course of the first day--but other than that, it was a pretty comfortable experience.

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Get The Look: Blake Lively at Spike TV's Scream 2010

Blake Lively's makeup looked stunning at Spike TV's Scream 2010 on Saturday, October 16, though her outfit left something to be desired, in my humble O. It did, however, make me want tan lips, stat. CHANEL Celebrity makeup artist Rachel Goodwin worked with Blake Lively to get her radiant, golden red carpet look.

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Last Giveaway of the Day: Gemvara Silver Initial Key Pendant

Here's another giveaway, friends! It's a giveaway bonanza this week on BBJ. We're giving away a Tory Burch CD and a Peter Thomas Roth masque, now we're shifting to fashion. This time, it's all about a Gemvara Silver Initial Key Pendant.

I recently sat down with Gemvara founder Matt Lauzon and was fascinated by this 25 year-old entrepreneur's cool choose-your-own-adventure type of jewelry site. You choose your own piece (ring, earrings, necklace, etc.), then pick a metal, and finally select a gemstone. The combos are infinite. Gemvara has generously offered up one sterling silver initial key necklace (valued at $215) for one lucky Beauty Blogging Junkie reader. The pendant was actually inspired by the key necklace Leighton Meester was sporting on the set of this season’s Gossip Girl. The winner will email me the initial she wants and Gemvara can customize it  and it will ship within two to three weeks.

Here's how to enter the Gemvara.com Giveaway: 1. If you haven't already, fan the Gemvara page on Facebook

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Peter Thomas Roth Giveaway Week 3: Radiance Oxygenating Masque

Yet another giveaway today, friends (I'm also giving away a Tory Burch CD)! (And stay tuned, there's one more.)

Peter Thomas Roth Radiance Oxygenating Masque ($50)

This brightening O mask is the perfect hangover antidote. Not that that ever happens to me. Well, not today anyway. It brightens and detoxes like no other. Don't believe me? Just rub a small bit on the back of your hand and you'll see smoother, lighter, brighter skin in seconds. SECONDS. It's a weekly treat I can't live without.

Here's how to enter the Peter Thomas Roth Radiance Oxygenating Masque Giveaway:
1. If you haven't already, fan the Peter Thomas Roth page on Facebook.
2. Leave me a comment telling me your best skin-care tip and include your email address, i.e. yourname[at]gmail[dot]com.
OR
3. Follow me on Twitter (@glambr) and RT: Follow @glambr and RT to enter to win a Peter Thomas  Radiance Oxygenating Masque.


The deadline is Friday, October 22 at 11:59pm. Winner will be emailed by Monday, October 25.


Good luck!

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Buy Up To Four Sessions of Appointments at JJ Eyelashes for $60 Each

Dealist subscribers can buy up to four lash extension sessions at JJ Eyelashes, today only.

You're welcome!

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Tory Burch's Collection Gives Back & Giveaway

Happy Monday, friends!

I've got three giveaways today, so get excited. To get info on how to enter this one for a Tory Burch CD, see the end of the post.

Today, October 18 through October 22 is National Women's Business Week. Fashion fave Tory Burch is a supporter of business women (as am I, hence why I order a Business Women's Special as often as I can in honor of Romy and Michele). In 2009, Tory launched The Tory Burch Foundation, which offers economic opportunities for women and their families in the U.S. 

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NARS 2010 Holiday Collection

I know, friends. It's not even Slutaween yet and already, we're busting out the Holiday 2010 posts. But they're already available, and for that reason, you're on a need-to-know basis. 

The mood for the NARS Holiday 2010 Collection is audaciously bold featuring Francois' versatile muse Daphne Guinness. Her smoldering, cobalt-rimmed eyes, platinum hair and peach-glazed cheeks are captured not once, but in multiple kaleidoscopic images. According to François, “when you have Daphne Guinness for a campaign model, you just let her be who she is.  Daphne fits the brand so well – she has such a modern approach to fashion and beauty.” Available today at narscosmetics.com, the highlights, including the very first NARS Trio Eyeshadow, are below:

OKINAWA TRIO EYESHADOW, $45 - The first trio eyeshadow for the brand is a striking triad of black onyx, silver and cobalt blue

ETRUSQUE SINGLE EYESHADOW, $23 - An antique gold hue reminiscent of Etruscan cast bronze art

MELUSINE DUO EYESHADOW, $32 - An ultra-modern union of rich purple orchid and silver-spun lilac

SEX APPEAL BLUSH, $26 - A soft peach blush, perfect for foolproof contouring

PETIT MONSTRE LIPSTICK, $24 - A luxurious berry pigment with a satin finish

LITTLE DARLING LIPSTICK, $24 - A classic, nude beige with a sheer finish

DOWNTOWN  LIP GLOSS, $24 – A metallic-pink lavender lip gloss that vibrates with party-perfect iridescence

BOUGAINVILLE LIP GLOSS, $24 - A sensual pomegranate lip gloss that appears deep in pigment but sheer on the lips

POKERFACE NAIL POLISH, $16 – A vibrant, magnetic, purple orchid

BAD INFLUENCE NAIL POLISH, $16 - A smoky taupe nail polish that is a unique yet universal hue

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Scoop Warehouse Sale Extended

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Nigel Barker's Skin Care Secrets

This morning, I attended a breakfast held at Citibabes, an NYC family club, where America's Next Top Model host Nigel Barker talked to a group of bloggers about his new book, Beauty Equation. As a former model himself and photographer, Nigel KNOWS beauty. And lord, is he stunning in person. This father of two shared his tricks about looking confident in photographs and how he keeps his skin looking fabulous.

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Random Beauty Product from Another Country I'm Irrationally Obsessed With: Inglot Cosmetics

The Beauty Product from Another Country I'm Irrationally Obsessed With column features international beauty gems that cross my path about which I feel you, the reader, are on a need-to-know.

Jak się masz?
 
 Look at THIS gorgeosity. Inglot Cosmetics is a Polish beauty brand, but it's available worldwide. I'm smitten with Inglot's entire range, most notably their brushes, breathable nail enamel and makeup, pictured at left. Those BLUES. That palette of blue-green aquamarine wonder. Truly, if a water nymph were to apply makeup, she'd surely have that palette in her underwater vanity table.

Best of all? This is not a sad story financially nor geographically. New Yorkers can journey on over to the store's location in Midtown West at 1592 Broadway (at 48th Street). AND eyeshadows and lipsticks start at a wallet-friendly $12. Run, don't walk.

Disclosure: I don't own this.

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Seven for All Mankind Sample Sale

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Join ELLE, Clarins & Astrologer Susan Miller at Bloomingdale's

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NARS To Open Flagship Store in NYC's West Village

Fantastic NARS news, ladies. 16 years after François Nars launched his iconic brand, he's now opening its first flagship boutique!

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Destination: Procrastination

Five pop culture moments that could have used more Eric Stoltz
[Crushable]

Lady Gaga was on an ep of The Sopranos?
[TheGloss]

Get Lauren Conrad's Teen Vogue cover look
[MTV Style]

Go glitter or go home!
[Fashion Pulse Daily]

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Ashlee Simpson's New Pixie Crop

Hair chameleon Ashlee Simpson was recently spotted in NYC rocking a closely-cropped new haircut, like Tinkerbell-tressed Emma Watson and Carey Mulligan. The side-part, the eyeliner. She looks uncannily similar to her hubby Pete Wentz, n'est-ce pas? I prefer her with longer locks.

What do you think of Ashlee Simpson's new short 'do?

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Justin Bieber's Nail Polish Collaboration With Nicole by OPI

Nail polishes from Justin Bieber's One Less Lonely Girl collection from Nicole by OPI. Nicole by OPI

In what must be the most bizarre celeb-beauty brand partnership in Glamerica, Justin Bieber has teamed up with Nicole by OPI to design for a collection of nail polishes, according to AOL’s Stylelist. Yes, the Bieb will be “designing” a line of polishe.  The colors? Oh, you'll love these syrup-y monikers: One Less Lonely Glitter (lavender), Prized Possession Purple (grape), Give Me the First Dance (silver), Me + Blue (dark blue), OMB! (bright red) and Step 2 the Beat of My Heart (heart-shaped glitter). The first six shades will be available in December.


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Fictionary: Getting FollOCular

 Fictionary is a column showcasing beauty-related words that don't exist, but should.

Dolls, last weekend, I was in New Jersey for a weekend-long wedding extravaganza for my friend Stacey. My bridesmaid hair looked fierce--when you say you like big hair in Jers, by gosh you GET big hair. They don't mess around with volume. Anywho, come Sunday, my hair needed a little help. The volumized curls I'd been rocking the night before were wilting and needed a little pick-me-up. Unfortunately, my Bumble and bumble  Surf Spray, which I'd use for this type of occasion, was at home in my blockade of Sterilite drawers I use to store my beauty items. And everything I brought was only for use on wet hair and I was NOT washing my hair for this brunch after the Champagne-soaked evening I'd had.

What to do?

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Upgraded Back to the Future Trilogy Set Features Scenes with Eric Stoltz!

AAHHH!

Fans of Fringe already know that Eric Stoltz was originally cast in Back to the Future, thanks to a scene in the show's alternate reality featuring a movie marquee advertising a viewing of Back to the Future starring Eric Stoltz. The twin towers also still stand, in this alternate reality.

BTTF superfans like moi (it's my ultimate favorite movie) are counting down the days until the upgraded trilogy set on blu-ray which comes out October 26, just one day after the 25th anniversary of the date when Marty journeyed back in time in 1985, drops. For five weeks in 1984, Eric Stoltz was Marty McFly and you can see the deleted scenes in the new set. Check out the video Nymag.com has posted to see poor Eric playing the part in a far more dramatic interpretation.

Can you IMAGINE BTTF without Michael J. Fox? It'd be like... the Alternate 1985. And, if Eric Stoltz's Marty McFly met Michael J. Fox's Marty McFly would there be a time paradox that might destroy the universe?

I can't wait to get my damn hands ON this trilogy set.

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NARS Bento Box Set: Holiday 2010

François Nars has always been inspired by Japanese culture, specifically the concept of Kabuki makeup. Years ago, after traveling to Japan, François brought back a small, porcelain pot with a red film of color– Kabuki makeup for the lips. This simple cosmetic inspired his latest holiday uber-limited-edition item, the NARS Bento Box Set--two Kabuki cups that were hand-poured with a new exclusive-to-NARS lipstick formula in highly pigmented shades containing Vitamin E. Housed in a handmade bento box, the set also comes with a Kabuki lip brush, designed for precise application by dipping the brush into the cup and blending until desired coverage is achieved. 

The set will be available as of November 1 for $125 at narscosmetics.com. Get on the wait list now at narscosmetics.com/bento. Only one thousand sets were created for sale in the United States, and just over two thousand in total were created worldwide.

Get your eBay-scouring fingers ready, if all else fails.

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