New Laquette Dress

Hi Jennifer & Friends:

I was just going over all the new arrivals and fell in love with the Laquette "Heather Tie Dye" dress. This is perfect for my little weekend get-a-ways that we have planed this summer.

Almost every summer my fiance' plan at least two little escapes, as we like to call them, in a bed-n-breakfast up in northern part of England. Last year we went south west along the coast and had a fantastic time but going north is so much fun.

Now that the World Cup Soccer starts June 11th going to some of the pubs to watch the games will be especially exciting.

I have my new camera all equipped and ready to go.

Clare
London, England

Amazing Deal on Ojon Shine & Protect Shampoo/Conditioner

I feel like I've been in a hair "frump" lately. I keep saying to Jim, "my hair looks terrible, I need a change." He replies, "I love your hair, you look great." (sweet, I know) Here's the deal, my hair truly looks bad! I've not been taking care of it, choosing to purchase whatever brand I can find for shampoo and conditioner instead of buying what my hair loves. Since I had a $50 gift card to Sephora burning a hole in my wallet, I dashed out the door to Sephora in hopes of putting an end to my frump.

I had my mind set on an old favorite, Ojon Shine & Protect Shampoo & Conditioner. At $24 a bottle, I was all set with my gift card in hand. After mulling about through Sephora with my basket full of Ojon, I stumbled upon the biggest deal of the century. Get this, the ususal size shampoo and conditioner are 8.44 ounces each for $24 a piece. Now, only at Sephora, being sold as a combo package.... 33.8 ounces of shampoo and 33.8 ounces of conditioner for $89! Naturally, I quickly swiped the combo deal and put my other bottles back.

I could barely wait to get in the shower this morning to wash my hair. Ah, the luxurious lather and the silky smooth conditioner, my hair immediately thanked me by looking fabulous today.

I'm hoping this packaged special is offered on a regular basis, but can't confirm it. I suggest getting yours now!

Jennifer

I just recently read an article about "Facebook" that annoyed me to no end. I have had many conversations about Facebook with many different people, and everyone seems to have a different opinion about it. I just wanted to put this out there. This was an article in Newsweek, but I won't post the author's name because I'm just too nice.

The basic point of this person's article is that he wasted so much time on Facebook, imagining the good things that he could have done, such as fundraising or helping out at a local animal shelter. He then goes on to make fun of his friends' posts about meaningless things like changing the kitty litter or a camping trip. And he says that he would rather hang out at the local bar. He finalizes his thoughts by writing that Facebook is the emptiest, loneliest place on the whole World White Web, all static and white noise.

I bet to differ. What an idiot. Please. I can't even tell you how happy I was to reconnect with so many friends from high school and college, not to mention all of my friends in Madison. I don't have time to spend an hour or two talking to each and every friend. I love my friends, and I spend about twenty minutes a day on facebook. This author said he was spending way too much time on it. That was his choice. If he didn't like it, why was he spending so much time on it?

We all make our own choices. I have never had any privacy issues with Facebook, and I do not befriend people that I don't know. I am not out to save the world. I still do lots of things in the community, help people at my job, still go to the pub, have wine with friends, and still have time for my kids.

We all choose what entertains us. After a long day at work and dealing with kids, sometimes we just want to do something fun, and to keep posted on my amazing friends' lives is enjoyable for me and worth my time. Love, Lila.

The "Real Winner" . . . !

Hi Jennifer and Gang! I was glued to the TV last night and watched the best closing of an American Idol season that I have ever seen only to be crushed when all of us learned that Crystal Bowersox didn't win. I was shocked!

In my opinion, and I'm not an expert by any stretch of the imagination, Bowersox was far better than DeWyze in every area of music (voice, range, style, stage presence, etc.) and I think everyone else could see and hear it as well. That being said, how did she lose?

Some of my friends think that people followed the Simon Cowel's winking and general nod of approval for DeWyze that defeated Bowersox. I completely disagree with that and think that it was that Bowersox has a "look" that is unappealing to the voting masses of young girls. The hair, the hideous tattoo on her back and her overall appearance just wasn't good enough. One of my male friends said that if Crystal Bowersox looked liked Faith Hill it would have been a no-brainer. That's how Casey James hung around so long. It became a beauty contest and if you had to chose between DeWyze or Bowersox, DeWyze is an easy choice.

Hmmmmm. . . . ! Bowerxox is an amazing singer and I only occasionally liked DeWyze so I am sad that she was beaten and disappointed if she was defeated because she isn't pretty enough.

Lynn
Los Angeles, CA

Flip Flops!!!!

So, I was just trying going through my shoes, trying to get rid of some of them, and I just couldn't get rid of any of my flip flops!!! I just love them, from the plain, solid-colored flats to my most ornate ones. I was curious, so I googled a little history of the flip flop.

I found that it is quite impossible to quote the origination of the flip flop. The history of it seems to be dominated in the Eastern culture's history of countries like China and New Zealand and in the art of places like Egypt, where one can see Egyptian figures wearing something on their feet that is close to a flip flop.

Mostly, the history of "flip flop" dates back to when people began to refer to the sandal that had no back, and obviously the sound that the shoe makes. As Western culture began to explode and spread throughout the world, so did the flip flop. It became popular footwear for hot days, for the beach, the park, and, for goodness sakes: What would college students in Madison, WI wear all winter long?

I read in a fashion magazine that flip flops were out. WHAT? I beg to differ. I'll never get rid of them. Just like my leggings. Lila.

Michelle Williams Style

I'm obsessing over Michelle Williams beautiful Sonia Rykiel dress at the Hotel du Cap on Thursday (May 20) in Antibes, France.
The 29-year-old actress accessorized with amazing Ferragamo shoes and a elegant Chanel clutch for the event.
I really love the way that this all came together, she couldn't have looked any better!

I also adore her blonde hair...wish I could pull that off :)


Jessica
Stylist/Model

Skin Care with Snail Slime?

Women are now especially fond of lotions and creams made with snail slime, which has numerous supposed benefits, like increasing cell regeneration, anti-aging and healing properties, acne improvement, moisturizing and improving elasticity.

Of course, most snail serum products out there don’t use the goo directly from the snail himself. It gets purified and treated before mixing with other beauty chemicals. French women prefer “pure concentrated” serum, which is less diluted than labels advertising snail extract. Although not super popular here in the U.S, you can still find some products if you hunt around online.
If anyone has ever tried any products with snail slime please let me know what you thought and what the results were!

Kalyn New York

Jiapers!

Just like the legging has formed into a jegging, Huggies has come out with this cute little diapers that look like jeans!

However, they're kind of pricey. $20 will get you a pack of the jiapers (get it?), which is a little much for something that you can go through in a few days. This kid does look pretty stylish :)

Kalyn New York

Destroyed Denim is a Spring 2010 Trend

Destroyed denim hasn't been this hot since the eighties. No matter what the cut or fit, jeans for spring 2010 are shredded. Some had a few rips here and there, while others had slices from hip to ankle. The one extremely cool thing about this trend, is that you can do it yourself. A few small frayed slits on the thighs of a worn pair of jeans, and you have turned trash bound denim into recycled fashion.

We have this great fitting "Distressed Rhinestone" Jean by Miss Me

Other Spring 2010 Jean Trends

Light Color- Throughout all of the wildly different jean offerings for spring, there was one common factor. It's time to take a hiatus from dark denim. Light to medium shades of vintage blue are in for Spring 2010. You will also see some pale gray and light navy.

Ankle Cropped- Relax fit jeans that are cropped at the ankle are a big trend for Spring 2010. These can be wide legged or tapered, as long as they end right above the ankle. Keep shoes small and sleek.

Boyfriend Jeans - Boyfriend jeans are back and apparently hear to stay. Wear them with a fitted shirt and sandals, to stay feminine.

Kalyn New York

Lindsay Lohan's Handbags

While she's currently busy partying it up in Cannes, Lindsay Lohan is also gearing up for the holiday release of her brand new handbags.

The actress has completed a licensing deal with The California Bag Co. to offer the handbag collection through her 6126 fashion brand.
Talking about the effort, Miss Lohan said, "I’ve always loved handbags, they are the most important accessory to me. The right bag can take any outfit to the next level, giving it that finishing touch and really making it complete.”

Continuing to dish about her handbag offerings, Lindsay said, “It was really important to me to design bags with amazing fabrications and really glamorous trims also were completely functional and easily transition from day to night."

Once available, the leather bags with be sold at retail prices ranging from $165 to $395.
This one pictured above is called Blaze and is black and nude snake embossed leather with napa trim and interlaced corset gusset detail.

Kalyn New York

Footwear Returning to J. LaMore for Fall!

I love shoes! It was a difficult decision to stop carrying shoes at J. LaMore. We brought in an edited selection of great shoes and boots for many years, but after a while, they stopped being profitable. How can that be? Women love shoes!


After an incredible amount of client requests, we will be carrying footwear again this fall! I've searched high and low to find some great styles that are amazingly comfortable and reasonably priced.

My favorite pieces so far are these three styles from Diego di Lucca. Not only are they adorable, they are the most comfortable things I've had on my feet in a long time! The foot bed has a super soft cushion which cradles the foot like a slipper. Finally, fashion and comfort.






The ankle bootie and the riding boot will be available in black leather and chocolate brown leather. The pump is available in black leather with silver studs. I love them all!


Feel free to email me if you're interested in any of the styles I've mentioned. I will email you the moment they arrive! (Sorry Summer, I'm not trying to bypass you and all of your sunshine, I'm just excited for Fall shoes!)


Jennifer

One last Hurrah in Aussie Land!

I have one last trip planned while I'm in Australia... and last but not least I'm going to Melbourne! I had the itch to go to Melbourne ever since I met a group of guys in Vegas who lived there. They told me it had the posh, cosmopolitan touch that Sydney doesn't. While I already think Sydney is amazing... I'm excited to see how much better a city can get!

I'm going with my lovely Australian Boyfriend and I can't wait to drag him around shopping because I hear Melbourne is known for its fabulous clothing stores! I doubt I'll be able to afford anything, but it'll still be fun to look. It's also known for it's chic restaurants and hotels. We're staying in a 5-star hotel called the Como Melbourne. The room style we're staying in is pictured above. It sounds so fantastic! It's located in South Yarra which is about 15 minutes by tram to the Central Business District (Melbourne's downtown.) South Yarra is the place for all the expensive shops and beautiful historic hotels. There is a bar in the hotel called So-Bar that is supposedly a hot spot for celebs. Woo hoo!

Staying at such a chic hotel I wish I had a gorgeous dress to compliment my weekend! Those Yoana dresses are stunning. My favorite of course is the pink polka dot one. I love anything pink and anything girly, and somehow this dress does it but is still 'grown up.' It's beautiful! All the new items are stunning. And I'm still drooling over the Susana dresses...

Julie
Sydney, Australia

P.S. I got a great deal on my hotel at travelzoo.com. If you've never checked it out, I highly recommend it!! They have different pages for international destinations as well as within the U.S.