Malono Blahnik Resort Collection

Ahhh, a woman and her shoes!!!! I am so delighted with this Collection from Malono Blahnik. The footwear is simply scintillating. The colours, the golds, the reds, and the jewelled sandals.... Here are a few that I just could not stop myself from sharing with you!

This is the Raffia Jewelled Slide - its absolutely dainty with orange and red jewelled detail on the upper. Pair with that little white dress or matching salwar suit. It will complement any chiffon sari with a hint of gold or bead work on it!! Price Tag: $930.00


Now for some delightful casual wear. Blahnik's Flower Thing Sandal is perfect for any kind of daily wear - from shorts to skirts - you can even take this to the beach with you. The Silver leather with gold flower appliqués and the 2" kitten heel make it truly very wearable. Price Tag: $630.00


This great red Shiny Sequin Pump has satin piping, a pointed toe, and a sequin-covered heel. Price Tag: $585.00


The Crisscross Patent d'Orsay Black perforated patent leather is really a very pretty shoe. With strappy upper, open toe, this exquisite shoe is made in Italy. Price Tag: $645.00


And finally, the luscious Brooch d'Orsay Pump! Delicate gold fabric with tonal dot motif, it has a gathered vamp with topaz rhinestone brooch. Price Tag: $665.00


All available at:
Neiman Marcus.

Malono Blahnik Spring Collection 2008

Yet more from the footwear king! Here's a quick peek at the Spring 2008 Collection. Find it and more at : Neiman Marcus!


In a burst of colours, these Mary Jane Slingbacks with their pink, orange, multicolor floral print truly herald spring. This comfortable style comes with an elasticized slingback, a covered stiletto heel, and the "Tarkan" is made in Italy. Price Tag: $675


Remember the Cutout Pump? Well, its back! A gold shoe with bronze lining, it has triangular cutouts, a peep toe, elasticized slingback for extra comfort, and a covered heel! Price Tag: $835


Step out in the right colour for the season! Fresh lime green Satin Buckled Sandals set the mood and the trend! With silver-toned hardware and a Grommet detail on upper, these beautiful sandals have attitude and pizazz! Price Tag: $765.

Open-Toe Mary Jane: Malono Blahnik

Look at these beauti.li.cious Open Toe Mary Janes from Malono Blahnik! They are available now at Neiman Marcus at $645.00! They are simply adorable and in several colours including black, coral, and in patent leather. Made in Italy, they have Velcro® ankle straps which give them a sleek and sassy look.

P.S. For a super deal, receive a FREE Sketch Book with every $650 Manolo Blahnik purchase until 3/31/08.

Kiehl's for Shining Hair

Now, with all these notes about the new year and new resolutions, let's not forget an old favourite!!!! I have two favourites from Kiehl's at this time. The first is the Fruit Oil Deeply Reparative Hair Pak which is super for repairing weakened hair fibers by restoring moisture content. A consistent use of this fruity pack prevents future damage too.


The second is the Rice & Wheat Voluminizing Shampoo. I simply love this product. It is light, but gives hair tremendous body and shine. Made with Pure Honey and the conditioning extracts of Jojoba Seed and Rice Bran, this shampoo cleans but leaves almost no residue. Simply Beauti.li.cious for hair that needs a break!!!!

SPF Protection from Orlane

We may still be in the thick of winter, and yes its a lot worse in some places than in others - but that does not mean we forget the importance of shielding our skin from the rays of the sun!! Orlane has a fantastic range of products for precisely this purpose. I always recommend sun creams with higher SPF's - indeed the higher the better. So choose from Orlane Anti-Aging Sun Cream SPF 15 or SPF 30. Both are anti-aging treatments that will give you that sun-kissed look while re-hydrating your skin.



Follow it up with Orlane Anti-Wrinkle After-Sun Balm for the Face. Its great re-energising for after-sun skin!

Natura Bisse Glyco Face

Its the new year, and its time to shine!!!! GLYCO-FACE from Natura -Bisse is an exfoliating moisturizer. It has been developed all skin types and contains Glycolic Acid and other AHA's which eliminate dead skin cell build up and replenish skin moisture to smooth fine lines. The antioxidant vitamins A, C, and E help neutralize free-radicals and reduce the visible signs of premature aging. The excellent exfoliating product also contains Aloe Vera which helps hydrate and soothe the clean skin.

La Mer - The Exclusive Essential Collection

Probably the most famous product in the world - endorsed by celebrities, La Mer has found its way into our vanity cases too. Here's a not to be missed offer from La Mer! A collection of its products including:

• Lifting Face Serum: formulated via a revolutionary bio- fermentation process which improves the ability of the skin to renew itself.
• Eye Concentrate: is a deluxe eye treatment which will quench and condition skin, reduce dark circles, puffiness, lines and wrinkles.
• Crème de La Mer: the ultimate in luxury products, it will soften the skin, make it firmer and appear creaseless.

Available for $615.00 at Neiman Marcus


And don't forget your exclusive FREE gift set*, with your purchase of The Essentials Collection. Gift includes: The Crème, The Eye Balm, The Moisturizing Lotion, and The SPF 18 Fluid Tint.

Beauti.li.cious Sales: Across the Pond 2

How would you like to take a stroll through London's poshest sales? Hop off at Knightsbridge Tube station and walk into the splendour of Harvey Nichols. HN opened in 1813 as a small linen store, and soon started selling luxury goods including oriental carpets and silks. Today the HN sale signifies the ultimate in luxury goods, to be rivalled only by neighbouring Harrods!!

Find Dolce & Gabbana, Thomas Wylde, Chloe, Marc Jacobs, Alexander McQueen, and Missoni all at great bargain prices.

Just up the road is the world renowned Harrods with its iconic tag line - There is only one sale! And truly that is it.


The Harrods January sale cannot be described, only experienced. And don't worry if you missed this sale - you can find Harrods keepsake products, including the Harrods bear, at London airports!!

Beauti.li.cious Sales: Across the Pond 1

Ahhh, these is nothing quite like the January sales in Britain. Every single store puts up the big red sale sign on 26th December and continues to progressively offer bigger and better bargains until the 'last day of the sales', a.k.a. 26th January. As a resident of London for almost a decade, January sales were like a ritual to grab the best bargains of the year!! Here are some great sales worth getting to if you're planning a visit across the pond this month.

Marks & Spencer is having its fantastic Home and Furniture Sale . If in London, shop at its famous Marble Arch store - 4 storeys of goodies and when you are tired try the cafe in the basement for some truly English Fare!!



Next stop, Debenhams - probably Britain's favourite store. Try the Final Clearance for some fabulous bargains. Try the Bath Candy in a pretty picnic basket, the peach and silver coloured flower and pearl ring, the graceful black crochet wrap by Rocha, the ultra-bling Dkny wrist watch, or if you so fancy this wacky and somewhat unreal shoulder bag by Debut!


Keep reading for more bargains from across the pond!!

Beauti.li.cious Sales: Part 2

Macy's is having a massive White Sale and a Fashion Clearance! And if you decide to shop online, don't forget to take advantage of the 99c shipping offer.

The biggest gold star clearance of the year is being offered by Kohl's with savings up to 80% store wide.

Find fantastic winter deals at you local JC Penny.

Make over your home with the Boston Store three day sale!!

Ladies, here's to a busy weekend. I know what I am going to do - find the very best deals for my home and my family :)

Beauti.li.cious Sales - Part 1!!

It's the season to be Sale Savvy!! And here is the Beauti.li.cious guide to getting the beat January bargains.

At Bergdorf Goodman save up to 50% on designer collections, shoes, and handbags!

Try Neiman Marcus for their annual Winter Sale - featuring an extra 25% off already reduced items!!!! Also, enter to win a $2,500 Spa Getaway....

Saks 5th Avenue has a designer sale both in store and online with up to 70% off on select items.

Save an extra 30% off on all sale merchandise at Bloomingdale's . Don't miss their great Home Sale while you are there!!

And there's more to follow....

Amore Time Response Body & Hand Renewal Set

Time Response Body & Hand Renewal Set: This is a excellent set for anyone who has never tried Amore Pacific products. It includes -
• Time Response Skin Renewal Body Creme: which is a long-lasting moisturizing treatment that improves radiance, tone, clarity, and smoothness. It also addresses specific skin issues like sun spots and uneven pigmentation.
• Time Response Intensive Hand Renewal Creme: is an anti-aging treatment that reverses thinning skin, and delivers deep moisture to heal persistent dryness.
• Treatment Cleansing Soap: is a handmade, hand-carved soap which has been made with 11 botanicals and essential oils. It removes dirt and impurities leaving the skin soft, moist and radiant.

An elegant vanity case makes this Treatment Cleansing Soap a beautiful gift for all occasions. This set is available online only!

And remember, you will get a free gift of some great samples with any Amore Pacific purchase. They include Green Tea Packet, Time Response Skin Renewal Crème Packet, and the Time Response Skin Renewal SerumPacket.

Get them at: Neiman Marcus

Amore Pacific Time Response Products

More on some 'After Party' Products! The Amore Pacific range of Time Response products sound like a great investment to start off the year with. I checked out 2 products from Amore -

Time Response Eye Creme: has been named as one of the best 25 New Treatment Products" by the February 2006 issue of Town & Country magazine. Nothing short of of a luxurious eye treatment creme, it focuses on restoring clarity, resilience, and tone to the delicate eye area. It is an anti-aging cream that helps reduce lines and wrinkles, protects against the depletion of collagen and elastin, and hydrates the eye area.

Packed full with ECGC, an antioxidant that addresses against damage and premature aging, BioGF1K Complex™, a red ginseng complex, which provides antioxidant protection against free radicals and anti-aging benefits which boost elasticity and firmness.

Time Response Gel Creme: is a new super light Gel Crème formula that helps revive the skin, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and other signs of ageing that result from environmental conditions.

This can only be expected as this beautifully moisturising cream contains pure botanicals including antioxidants from Green Tea, EGCG, and Korean Red Ginseng.

Find Amore Time Response at: Neiman Marcus

Laura Geller Brow Marker

Brows matter! Period! Laura Geller's brow marker is perfect for adding precision and proportion for that sophisticated appearance. This innovative soft tipped marker gives a fuller look to the brows. It is available currently in 2 colours, brown and taupe. And the truly beau.ti.li.cious part of this is that for every brow marker sold, $1 will be donated to Joan's Legacy to raise funds for lung cancer research.

One for Each Time of the Day

Here's a fabulous new concept in perfumes by Lisa Hoffman. Her collection has three core fragrances - Tuscan Fig, French Clary Sage, and Tunisian Neroli. When you buy this kit, you will find that each perfume is accompanied by four mini vials of oil showing variations for morning, daytime, evening, and bedtime. Encased in a beautiful mini leather pouch, you can vary the scent of your choice from light and refreshing to intoxicating by just rolling on an applicator! Now is that easy or what?

La Prairie Skin cavier Luxe Lift Cream

Now here's something for your tired eyes. Skin Caviar Luxe Eye Lift Cream is the new addition to La Prairie's Caviar Collection.

This new treatment cream focuses on the 7 key eye-area concerns. They include fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness & elasticity, puffiness, dark circles, and even dryness.

Formulated with a biopolymer protein, this cream helps lift, and restore the skin's youthful appearance. It also contains Caviar Extracts that help firm and nourish the eye area. Algae Extract reduces dark circles and brightens the eye area by stimulating collagen synthesis. The Vitamin E moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin, while providing anti-oxidant benefits. This product is allergy tested, dermatologist tested, and also ophthalmologist tested.

Available at: Neiman Marcus for $275

After the Party: Korres Survival Kit

So, the party's over, its the New Year, and its back to the grind again. But what's this - are you suffering from party-burn (new word alert!!)?



Turn yourself to a whole new range of products designed to erase that feeling of fatigue, hangover, and exhaustion from your face. Korres Party Survival Kit has miniature versions of Korres Natural Products. They include the Milk Proteins 3-in-1 Emulsion, the Wild Rose 24-Hour Moisturizer, and the Evening Primrose Eye Cream. There is also the superlative Guava Shower Gel and Guava Body Butter. I feel relaxed already!!

After the Party: Hamadi Healing Serum

Damaged, over treated, overexposed hair? Try Hamadi’s Healing Serum ($24 for 4 oz), an organic, fragranced serum with ylang-ylang essential oil will heal and treat the hair from the inside out.
For yet more pampering, use the Shea Hair Mask which is a moisturising treatment with vanilla and ylang-ylang. Find them at Hamadi Beauty