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11 Things Your Man Does NOT Need To Know
Ladies, there are certain things that when you first start a relationship, your man does not necessarily need to know.… This is a content summary only. Visit http://fuchsia.clutchmagonline.com for the full text version! xoxo, Clutch...
Cassie Spotted in Paris – Fab or Drab?
Cassie Spotted in Paris - Fab or Drab? This is a content summary only. Visit http://fuchsia.clutchmagonline.com for the full text version! xoxo, Clutch...
College officials flunk in face of repeated racist incidents
Article From TheGrio.com — Before the ill named and famed “Compton Cook Out” ignited a firestorm of student rage and protest… This is a content summary only. Visit http://fuchsia.clutchmagonline.com for the full text version! xoxo, Clutch...
Introducing Couturious: Style and Shop
Clutch was one of the online publications present at the Independent Fashion Bloggers Conference during New York Fashion Week. One of… This is a content summary only. Visit http://fuchsia.clutchmagonline.com for the full text version! xoxo, Clutch...
Daily News Feed 3.5.2010/Vocab: fealty
AIG settles discrimination charges, Closing of Ebony Fashion Fair means end of an era, NYC Black leaders: Paterson should stay in office + More... This is a content summary only. Visit http://fuchsia.clutchmagonline.com for the full text version! xoxo, Clutch...
Open Marriages and Closed Minds
Article from BlackVoices.com — Marriage is overrated unless you’re spouse allows you to date and have sex with other people. This… This is a content summary only. Visit http://fuchsia.clutchmagonline.com for the full text version! xoxo, Clutch...
Product Girl
New! Elizabeth Arden Limited Edition Anniversary Red Door Red Lipstick
To celebrate its anniversary, Elizabeth Arden is launching a new limited edition anniversary lipstick and this is right up my alley… a universally flattering, sheer lipstick named Red Door Red. To celebrate its anniversary, Elizabeth Arden is launching a new limited edition anniversary lipstick and this is right up my alley…...
Stila Long Wear Lip Color in 8 New Shades
The other day I was at Ulta browsing for a new nail polish for my pedicure later that afternoon and I was stopped in my tracks but the new Stila Long Wear Lip Color shades. A few of the bolder shades just caught my attention and I couldn’t look away....
New! Givenchy Printed Lips Lip Stains
We are all about the lip stains this month! Lip stains are one of our favorite types of beauty products so this month we’ll be taking a look at different lip stains out on the market. We will be revisiting some old favorites and taking a look at some new...
New! Trish McEvoy All About Eyes Collection
Trish McEvoy’s newest Nordstrom exclusive – the All About Eyes Collection – has got us drooling over here! This kit is jampacked with a ton of amazing products, all for $68. Here’s the details: Eye Base Essentials in Demure Sparkle - This is Trish’s newest eye base from the Demure collection...
New! Nordstrom Exclusive: Nars ‘Some Like it Hot’
In my daily perusing of “what’s new” in beauty at Nordstrom.com, this Nars Some Like it Hot set appeared. Isn’t it wonderful? It features three of my favorite items that I probably use almost every day – Greek Holiday Lip Gloss, Larger than Life Volumizing Mascara and the Orgasm Illuminator....
Want This: Becca Cosmetics Bombora Palette
Becca Cosmetics and I have been reconnecting lately. Right before I left for New York Fashion Week, I found a local store carrying the Becca line and then later during Fashion Week I met a few people from Becca at the Hautelook suite. I think this means we’re meant to...
A Minute With SpaBeautySchools
We can all go back to the days of MTV’s “The Newlyweds” and remember Jessica Simpson’s ridiculous comments and blonde moments. The show ended five years ago (can you believe that?) and now it’s time for Jessica to begin a new reality show – this time with VH1, called “The...
Spotlight on Traditional Chinese Medicine
Sometimes we realize that although we love the work we do, there needs to be some sort of change. This change can be for the betterment of ourselves, our families, or even the people we work with. Debra Bebell knew something was missing in her field. After working as a...
Fashion week isn’t just about the clothes, you know. What about the makeup? In fact, the wrong kind of makeup can really ruin the look and theme of a runway. Let’s take a look at some of the looks created by Maybelline New York recently at New York Fashion Week...
Just because you’re a celebrity, doesn’t mean you don’t need to go to school. That’s what Serena Williams is proving right now. After returning from the Australian Open, the tennis star decided she wanted to become a nail technician, writing in her blog, “No one likes getting their nails done...
Hair Tool Recommendations From a Professional
Everyone should have their own set of beauty tools, whether they are a beauty professional or not. With just the right tool, you’ll be able to properly amp up your beauty routine and ensure that you’re really looking your best at all times. Read about what the artistic director of...
Since a young age, I’ve always loved makeup and nail polish and high heels. I’m a girly girl, who may (at times) be a little high maintenance. But at least I accept who I am! Since I’ve been snowed in in my apartment I haven’t had a need to put...
The Fashionable Housewife
There are so many great new trends that will be popping up for Spring 2010, but one of our favorites is polka dots. Why? Because they’re fun, feminine and can add a bit of whimsy to your everyday outfits. You might already have some polka dotted pieces sitting in your wardrobe,...
With Spring just around the corner, or so the calendar says, it is about time to freshen up our wardrobes! Nothing has me more inspired this Spring than the Nautical pieces that are floating around in my dreams and at my local mall. Collections from the likes Dolce and Gabbana and Michael...
Paraben and Sulfate-Free Hair Products at up to 70% off!
Since Sarah-Jean and I are both in the middle of needing some sulfate-free shampoos (you NEED to use them with Keratin treatments. It’s a must-have!), I thought there might be one or two of you out there who’d be interested in checking out this sale! Jasmere.com is offering Danu hair...
Sparkle and Shine with ideeli’s Cara Sale!
Maybe it’s because I spent all last night watching Olympic Figure Skating, or maybe it’s just the girly side of me that loves a little sparkle, but I’m oh-so excited for the Cara sale starting today on ideeli! Here’s a little bit more about the brand: Beautiful accessories are undoubtedly the...
Linea Pelle Coupon Code for 25% off Dylan Collection
We have an exclusive discount code just for you!! Linea Pelle is offering readers of The Fashionable Housewife a whopping 25% OFF the entire Dylan line for just 24 hours!!!! Dylan is their most popular line, worn by celebrities such as Lauren Bosworth, Vanessa Hudgens, Marcia Cross, and many others! Use...
Stop Using Underarm Deodorants Until You Read This
I get Mercola’s Newsletter, (The World’s Most Popular Natural Health Newsletter) in my inbox every morning. This morning, a particular headline caught my attention and I knew I had to share it with you ladies!! Some of the most popular natural deodorants are the “crystal” deodorant stones and sprays. But most...
Country Dutchess Cheap Chic Diary - Fabulous Beauty & Style Tips For Tiny Budgets!
Red Carpet MakeUp Styles - Oscar 2010!
By CountryDutchess.comIt's Oscar time! And while everyone in the world is busy predicting who's gonna win, well, we're busy predicting who's gonna wear what! ( We can't help it- we're hopeless fashion addicts!)But more than that, our good friend Christopher Drummond - an...
7 Dresses for the Price of One: Super Cheap Chic Bargain Alert!
By CountryDutchess.com What if we told you that you could buy 7 different styles of that timeless "little black dress" for just $150. ( We mean for all seven!)And what if we told you that you could buy 7 different "go anywhere" floor length almost-formal dresses for just $225.00. (...
10 Best Beauty Products - FOR LESS!
By CountryDutchess.comYou know how we are ... we just LOVE IT when we can save you money! And now, one of our favorite make up artists Lauren Iavarone ( ExpertMakeupArtistry.com) has jumped on our bandwagon and provided CheapChic with 10 fabulous ways to, well, look fabulous - on a tiny...
Golden Globe Celebrity Jewelry Style 2010
It's that time again ... when celebrity fashion and Red Carpet Style takes center stage and we're GLUED - we mean Crazy Glued to the TV! It's the Golden Globes that start the celebrity ball rolling - and it just gets better and better!We at CountryDutchess have the honor...
Seeing Red: In Style This Holiday Season
By CountryDutchess.com Well, what can we say .... we just LOVE IT when the big guys pay us homage by copying what we do! Really. Seriouisly. We do love it! (We're not kidding!) Which is why we were thrilled right down to our Spanx to see this weeks IN STYLE online offer...
Dressing For The Office Holiday Party
By CountryDutchess.comIt’s 5 o’clock – but it’s not quitting time. Instead, it’s the holiday office party ! And if you're like most of us, it's an event that can leave you shrugging your shoulders and wondering what in the world to wear.Complicating matters further: When...
HairBoutique.com Blog
Cheyne And Meghan of Amazing Race Get Engaged With ET Hiding In Bushes
Fan favorite, Cheyne Whitney and his longtime girlfriend Meghan Rickey hit the jackpot when they won the 15th season of the popular reality TV show, “The Amazing Race.” Cheyne, 23 and Meghan, 24 are both from San Diego, California and have been in the spotlight ever since they took home...
Heidi Montag’s Plastic Surgeon Says No To More Surgeries
Heidi Montag’s Beverly Hills plastic surgeon, Dr. Frank Ryan told Page Six she’s had enough work. He told Page Six “There’s really nothing to do!” (Image of Heidi Montag - DailyCeleb.com - All Rights Reserved) No surprise there. As I blogged before, Dr. Ryan, who is very handsome and charming, was on...
Ali Fedotowsky Is Third Blonde Bachelorette
Most would agree that ABC’s “The Bachelorette” has more success under it’s belt than “The Bachelor”. Until recently there were no Bachelor weddings. (Image of Ali Fedotowsky with Bachelor Jake Pavelka - ABC.com - All Rights Reserved) (Bachelor Jake Pavelka and financee Vienna - ABC.com - All Rights Reserved) Of course Jason Mesnick,...
Chief Justice John Roberts Not Considering Leaving High Courts
Although RadarOnline.com initially reported that Chief Justice John Roberts was “seriously considering” stepping down from the Supreme Court “for personal reasons” they have not come out and said that the staunch conservative, appointed by President Bush is definitely not planning on stepping down. The initial thoughts about Chief Roberts, who has...
I have to ask this question because it’s been driving me crazy. Where do the producers of Bravo’s Shear Genius 3 (SG3) find their model? Last night’s Short Challenge was beyond surreal. The remaining contestants consisting of Matthew, Janine, Brian, Jon, Amy, April and of course the obnoxious Brig, were challenged...
Marie Osmond Finds Solace For Death Of Son In Performing
Only days after the tragic suicide of her son Michael Blosil, star Marie Osmond is planning to return to her performance schedule with brother Donny at Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Marie is scheduled to return on March 9th after the funeral of her son. Although it was a...
Bionic Beauty™
Heads up: Spa Deal Days next week!
Calling all spa-lovin’ Bionic Beauties! You are going to adore this news flash! SpaFinder.com’s Deal Days will run during March 8-14 and will encompass hundreds of spas nationwide. Each participating spa will lower the price of signature treatments down to $50 a piece – massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, and many other...
Bionic-onomics: Yet another way to use up icky shampoo
There are a gazillion-and-one ways to use up your leftover shampoo, but here’s another that I have been doing for years and somehow never thought to mention it. Use up that shampoo or body wash by using them to hand wash your delicate clothing items in the sink! Squirt a bit...
Traveling to NYC? e.l.f gives out free emergency beauty kits!
If you’re heading to New York City any time soon, here’s some exciting news from e.l.f. cosmetics. The queen of one dollar makeup has teamed with NYC Affinia Hotel locations to offer women an “Emergency Beauty Kit”. With all the airport baggage nightmares these days, this little kit could come...
Bionic-onomics: Drugstore beauty sales ending February 27 2010
Here are this week’s cosmetics sales from your local Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid drugstores… There are some fantabulous sales this week. Lots of discounts on Revlon, L’Oreal and Almay makeup, various hair colors; and if you are near a Rite Aid, check out their Buy 1, Get 1 for...
Bionic’s Olympian pedi nail art
I got into the Olympic spirit these last few weeks and decided an Olympic themed-pedicure would help even further. I used Vancouver’s Olympic color scheme of greens, blues, whites and teals blended with arches, mountains, a various other graphics. Of course, since toe nails aren’t the largest canvas out there,...
Bionic Asks: Do you use toner daily?
This week’s Bionic Asks… Do you use a facial toner on a regular basis? Since I’m a product junkie and am constantly testing something new, I usually have toners in my skin care routine. Right now my absolute favorites are Jeune D’age Organic’s Marin Toner (Bionic Bronnie gives it a raving...
The Organic Beauty Expert
Recession Proof Beauty:: Weleda Pomegranate Collection
I'm not interested in spending a whole lot of money for the basic skin care stuff, but I do still require that my products have more natural ingredients than not. So I've become an avid shopper in the aisles of Target and CVS. If you're like me, a green girl...
DIY Winter Beauty Tips that $$$ave!
Nobody knows DIY beauty better than Kayla Fioravanti, Co-founder and Chief Cosmetic Formulator for Essential Wholesale. So if the Visa bill was bigger than you expected or you've just been keeping a keener eye on your pennies, then these tips are just up your alley! Winter Beauty Tips:Potatoes have so...
Dispel those "hair oil" myths: Tips from Macadamia Natural Oil
I don't usually like to reprint self-serving tips from companies, but I am a huge hair oil user and frequently hear some of these "myths" from folks, so figured this self-serving tip sheet has mass appeal. Still hesitant to use hair oils even though they are the hottest trend in...
by Gina Rafkind Head Organics Hair Care Review I love when I see professional salon product companies come out with products that are more organic and contain more natural ingredients. Head Organics is one of those companies. The Head Organics line is sulfate-free, paraben-free, glycol-free and is not tested on...
Lube to go? Yes... cause one never knows!
I don't know about your house, but in my home, my husband and I end up sharing the same bottle of lube. Not to get too into details, but wouldn't you know that when it comes time for me to use the lube, there's often not a drop to be...
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OBE readers, Happy New Year and what a year it's turning out to be! Obviously I've been MIA for a while, so I need to explain: Aside from writing posts about organic beauty for the past four years, I am also a massage therapist (among other things) and this past...
Butterfly Diary
Biore New Steam Activated Cleanser and Makeup Removing Towelettes
Last night, I attended an unveiling of two new products from one of my favorite cleansing brands: Biore. (...)...
Barielle High Steppin’ Summer 2010 Nail Polish Collection
We are seeing a lot of sparkle and sheen for Summer 2010, and Barielle’s new Summer 2010 High Steppin’ Collection come six shades — all for the inner dancer in you: The dark blue Electric Boogie (inky blue with teal glitter) gives you a memory trip back to the 1970s; dance...
Living Proof No Frizz Full Thickening Cream for Hair Review
The weather here in NYC has been a little schizophrenic over the past few weeks. (...)...
Zoya Nail Polish Flash and Sparkle Summer 2010 Collection
It looks like the shimmer and glimmer trend is extending well into the warmer months of the year — on your nails, that is. (...)...
MAC Tabloid Beauty Collection Spring 2010 Favorites
Since the weekly rags like the Nat Enquirer, US Weekly and its glossy couterparts (e.g.Life & Style) have been taking the newsstands by storm, it’s not a surprise that MAC Cosmetics decided to take part in this Gossip fetish that’s becoming more Americana than apple pie. (...)...
Clarins Delectable Self Tanning Mousse with SPF 15
I must confess that when I first saw this jar, I thought the manufacturers at Clarins had made a mistake. (...)...
Product Body Blog
Creme Fresh by Product BodyThere is this online shopping place that stood out for me that had a dark backdrop, beautiful bath and body products, lovely soaps and unique offerings. In fact, this beautiful shop is where I discovered the steampunk artist that created the art that I used...
Life outside of the shop has been an adjustment, but I am feeling great about it. Really! I have had such a positive outlook on the whole thing, which I really never do. I usually look at the glass half empty when it comes to my own...
This is an EIGHT minute video of my shop the day after we closed. I took this "silent movie" for myself so that if I ever feel like looking back at it and remembering it, I would have it.Sadly, my video camera wouldn't hold a charge so I used...
Goodbye my shop.kiss kiss.On to new things. Back to old things. Open the door because here I COME BABY! ...
Is has been a very emotional couple of weeks for me since our decision to close the store. Almost everyone that has come into the shop is a repeat customer and, while they are shopping, I've mentioned that we are closing the shop at the end of next week.Their...
Very Short Sale AND...We Have Some News
For our first sale of 2010 we're offering Crème Fresh at 10% off, from today through Monday, Jan 18th. Here's what we say on the site about it:Ze brie and ze butter on ze baguette can’t hold a candle to our latest and greatest moisturizer, Crème Fresh. Smooth and silky,...
Hair Thursday
I have to admit to being totally sucked into this year’s Winter Olympics. I loved watching all of the skiing, figure skating, speed skating and curling. (Yes, curling. What of it? It’s ADDICTING.) I’ve only been skiing once in my life, but I am definitely dreaming of a mountain escapade in...
Hairsprays are making a huge comeback! Daily Makeover Senior Beauty Editor, Amber Katz, gives us the low-down on what hairsprays top the list for the most fabulous scents. Thanks, Amber! Let’s be real with each other: We all have Aquanet-soaked memories of 80s hairstyles. Big, volumized hairstyles...
Gone Style: Katya’s Five Minute Makeover
I am having such a fun time creating these videos with Rebecca and Josie. Enjoy the second installment!! Interested in getting Gone Styled? Email Rebecca at gonestylemakeover (at) gmail (dot) com and we’ll hook it up!...
Last chance to enter the hodgepodge giveaway today! (I have the Macadamia Oil in my hair right now and it’s sooooo shiny…)...
4 Steps To Shiny, Healthy Hair
The key to creating any gorgeous hairstyle is to start with healthy, shiny hair. Guest editor and NYC salon owner Sam Brocato shares his best beauty tips on how to score healthy hair even after months of winter abuse. Sam and his team have worked with countless...
The Scented Salamander: Perfume & Beauty Blog & Webzine
Sakura of Fukushima, Commons WikimediaThe Japanese spring ritual dedicated to the aesthetic contemplation of cherry blossoms or sakura has been transplanted to global markets to give birth to a very popular, non-elitist japonisant genre of sorts: the cherry blossom fragrance.......
Elemis Eau de Parfum (2010): British Spa Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Debut Scent
British spa brand Elemis is feting its 20th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion with a white stone, they are preparing to launch their debut perfume simply called Elemis from May 2010. Located in the Mayfair neighborhood in London......
Mélanie Thierry just received the César prize for "meilleur espoir feminine" (best up-and-coming female actress). Although celebrity and perfume do not seem to mesh as well in French culture as in American pop culture, lately an effort has been made......
As reported back in 2007, the rumors then started circulating of a possible upcoming perfume signed by Friends icon Jennifer Aniston. Three years later, it seems that the rumor has been confirmed by a source close to the actress. The......
Issey Miyake Will Launch A Scent Eau de Parfum Florale (2010): Floral Twist {New Perfume}
From April 15th 2010 designer Issey Miyake will launch a new iteration of the 2009 A Scent {see review} introduced last year as a green olfactory interpretation of nature, in particular the wide open spaces of Mongolia and Mount Fujiyama.......
Lanvin Albert Elbaz Signs Two Parisian-Chic Postal Stamps {Fashion Notes}
On January the 10th 2010, the French postal services released two limited-edition postal stamps bearing the smart Lanvin label and signed by its artistic director Albert Elbaz (one of the two I scanned above as they are sold).........