Only 16 hours left to shop...

Last night Kathy Rose was named the winner of Bravo TV's Launch My Line. She's amazing and so are her clothes! Her line is available exclusively on Rue La La for the next 16 hours and here's your invite to shop 

Hurry! These clothes are going fast and guaranteed to make you look fabulous.

Shop on!
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A beauty break

It just feels wrong to talk beauty products after such a tragic week, so I hope you'll indulge me with one post about the beauty of the human spirit. The images of sadness and destruction in Haiti cannot be avoided. And while I can't begin to understand how devastating it would be to experience such grief and loss, I'm inspired by how many people are taking action to help. Even in the face of a recession at home, so many have been able to find it in their hearts to give, and that is beautiful. While the 72 hour period has passed when they expect to find living survivors, I'm hopeful that the spirit of the Haitian people is much stronger than any of us can possibly imagine. After living is such poverty for so long and with so little, I believe and pray that there will prove to be miracle after miracle, survivor after survivor. A few ways to give:

• txt "HAITI" to 90999 - a $10 donation will be made to the American Red Cross and the charge will simply be added to your phone bill.
• Drop your change, a dollar, anything into the Red Salvation Army buckets that are usually reserved for around the holidays. They're back out in many locations.
• In Grand Rapids, check out raysofhopeforhaiti.com I'll be helping to package up goods to send out to Haiti tomorrow. 
• Check the website for your local TV stations. They will have donation drop offs posted.

Thank you,
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Start 2010 with a brighter outlook and complexion

Happy New Year beauties! I for one am beyond thrilled to move forward into 2010 and leave all the craziness of 2009 in the past where it belongs. While I'm not big on resolutions, I'm certainly planning to bring you more beauty and fashion buzz more often this year.

First things first, if the cold weather has your skin feeling a little less than perfect, look no further than your local drug store for a thrifty solution - Neutrogena 5 Minute Facial. I personally love all of the products I've tried in the new Ageless Restoratives line but the 5 Minute Facial is FANTASTIC! It uses an enzyme that works with the skin's natural pH to give you a gorgeous, glowing complexion. And it's clinically proven to give you results equal to a 20-35% glycolic peel without ever having to leave home. Give it a try and if nothing else resolve to absolutely LOVE our look this year!

You're amazing!
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A hot night of fashion and beauty in NYC!

If you're in NYC and have plans tonight, cancel them, because Sue DeVitt and Tracy Reese are teaming up for a fabulous evening of fashion and beauty. Two of my favorites! Call to schedule an appointment for a Sue DeVitt makeup consultation and then shop while you wait with an exclusive 25% discount on Tracy Reese designs. Either way, you're bound to leave looking even more beautiful than you did when you walked through the door!

Have fun!
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Lush luxuries for the naughty and the nice!

If you're still working on your holiday shopping, Lush Fresh Handmade Cosmetics has something for everyone on your list. Whether they've been naughty or nice, these gifts let them indulge in a bit of luxury while getting your holiday message across without having to say a word! And most of these lovelies are under $20.

For the bah humbugs, gift the lump-of-coal-shaped Want to Believe Bath Melt. It's fennel and starflower ingredients will help promote a more peaceful state of mind just in time for the new year.

To mend a rocky relationship try a peace offering, like Olive Branch Shower Gel.

For the gossip girl, drama queen, diva ... None of Your Beeswax Lip Balm will keep her lips in tip top shape for spreading holiday cheer or hanging out under the mistletoe.

To give a gift that gives back, turn to Charity Pot Hand & Body Lotion. 100% of the proceeds from each sale will be give to charities that support animal rights, environmental protection, and humanitarian concerns.

For anyone on my list and probably yours too, Rehab Shampoo ... Need I say more?!?

And for the surprise gifter, hostess, or last minute holiday party, Lush offers eight pre-wrapped gifts for $20 so you're prepared for every situation.

Shop on and spread some holiday cheer!
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Tis the season to be STYL'D by MTV!

The tricks may have ended with Halloween but November is already promising to be a month full of treats - an extra hour of sleep, some much needed sunshine, and the premiere of MTV's new show STYL'D! If you haven't heard, this full-fashion reality show follows four aspiring stylists all vying for one position at the Margaret Maldonado Agency.

The guys are hot, the girls fab, and of course there will be drama, divas, and killer clothing galore. The real beauty for me is following the senior stylist icons - Jen Rade (LOVE!), Eric Archibald, and Julie Weiss. They're three of the most amazing stylists to ever hit the music and celebrity scene, and STYL'D gives a sneak peek into the genius behind their work.

It's going to be scandalous and I can't wait to watch! Here's a sneak peek at tonight's episode with Kim Kardashian. One more thing - let me know which of the cast members you'd like me to interview to keep bringing you the latest behind-the-scenes scoop.

Cheers!
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Giving back has never looked so gorgeous!

BORBA Skin Care is helping women to look gorgeous and support Breast Cancer research with their Lovely Lip Tint. While the sheer pink shade is lovely and would compliment any skin tone, I think I may have actually squealed with excitement when I read that this gloss contains cashmere fiber. Finally, cashmere for your lips! Isn't it fabulous!?!

Every time you gloss it on is like pampering your pout. Your lips feel soft, smooth, and maybe a little indulgent, like when you slip into your favorite cashmere sweater. And I love that BORBA products are actually good enough to eat, since it's said that we each eat several pounds of lip color every year - ewwwwhhh. Honestly, their products are created to support healthy skin from the inside out, so they include vitamins, anti-oxidants, and other skin-loving ingredients. Of course the best part is that 10% of the purchase price is donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Pucker up ladies!
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