I used to be able to roll out of bed and run around with no makeup but now (unless I'm going to the gym) I feel better about myself at least applying concealer and highlighter. These are now my top 2 makeup must haves. Goal = even out and brighten up! It's obvious where to apply concealer. Under the eyes (where I look tired from purple-ish discoloration) and around my nose and sometimes chin (where I tend to be red-ish). We all know our problem spots. I dab concealer on under the eyes all the way up to the outer corners and ends of eyebrows plus sometimes on the eyelids and below the eyebrows. If you are wondering where to...

If you (or your children) have the social media illness FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) embrace the JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) and - click Here. There is a new store called # (hashtag) that sells Instagram endorsed cosmetic brands. Every female who lives or lived in NYC knows Ricky's. The store # was started by Ricky's founder. It is unique because it sells beauty products that women rave about on Instagram. I remember when Sephora first launched here in the USA. It filled a much needed niche as indie beauty brand incubator. Now it is challenging to gain placement at Sephora as a new start-up brand. I love how # is filling this space. Established brands are also sold...

The Soho Adidas store still has a good inventory of Stan Smiths and Superstars. Circa 1971 and 1969 respectively. My daughter and I were also surprisingly impressed with their athletic wear for women. They had some great tops, shorts, leggings and all reasonably priced. Adidas has become very popular again. The brand was literally all over the streets of downtown Manhattan this weekend and on all ages. Size down, the sneakers run large. ...

I may never shop for clothing online again until there is virtual fitting technology. I'm exhausted from all of my trips to the post office and UPS making returns of items that looked great online but not so much on me. Here's the tipping point. WhoWhatWear just published a post "Your Next Great Outfit Is In This Slideshow". I was hoping I would discover a great new find. The jacket in the photo above was featured and it looked worth trying. I had rocker chic on my mind after seeing the photo of Cobain (in my previous post). This is the sort of jacket we should have right now, according to WhoWhatWear. (insert sarcasm emoji here) When it...

Vogue March 2016 image Why do I like this photo of Frances Bean Cobain so much? I would never wear a transparent top or ripped jean and never wore the rocker or gothic style trends. I keep returning to the photo. Maybe because it is so authentic. She looks as if she spent zero time thinking about how she looks and yet I am drawn in, likely because of her I don't care what you think I will just be myself attitude. I guess it isn't the fashion that I like so much but it is her projected powerful self confidence. It is a great reminder. Forget fashion trends for a moment. Be comfortable. Be yourself. #youbeyou...

Harper's Bazaar April Issue, Vivien Solari modeling 3.1 Phillip Lim top & denim, jewelry We're all so busy. We have better things to do with our time than to plan outfits or labor over what to wear. When it is warm out we want to get up and go. That's why I love Vivien's look in Harper's Bazaar. The 70'S vibe rib knit and jean are casual yet chic. Everyone likely has a sleeveless fitted top and flattering jean in their closet. Glowing skin (via oil, highlighters, bronzers and nude makeup) is beyond pretty and quick to execute. No fuss neat pulled back hair is also easily copied and effortless. Delicate layered jewelry modernize the throwback. Great...

Order by April 21st! Mother's Day is coming up and I really like that you may write a personal note inside this Parker Thatch bag. Besides being cute, that really makes it unique. It is available in many fun styles, colors, and three sizes (everyday, shopping, beach or travel). A PT example of a possible inscription is this, "you are the finest, loveliest, tenderest, most beautiful person I've ever known and even that is an understatement. I adore you." Off the top of my head here are some other suggestions for inside inscription: words that describe what make your mom special or something specific that she did for you growing up for which you are grateful, a family tree,...

The Jenner gals are building their empires. I guess the Estee Lauder execs um I mean Kendall (an Estee Lauder model) got jealous of Kylie's Lip Kit success because Kendall launched her own makeup product, an eyeshadow palette with glow in the dark shades, in collaboration with Estee Lauder. After a month it is still available, unlike Kylie's lip kits which sell out as soon as they get restocked. Today is another restock btw. Eye palette available HERE. 33 reviews on Sephora give it 3 stars out of 5. Shefinds image...

There are too many beauty product choices. It can feel overwhelming. Here is my take on 45 beauty products I recently tried. Winners are in bold (and more can be found on my previous posts IN THE MOOD FOR SPEED & IN THE MOOD FOR CLARITY). Most are at parity with others, yet some did wow me. TREATMENT PRODUCTS: Dr Dennis Gross age erase recovery mask step 1 enriched hyaluronic gel & step 2 vitamin-infused self-heating mask. $35 for 6 pack HERE - I used this after getting a professional facial (had dry patches) and my skin is back to 100% Kate Somerville Age Arrest Anti-wrinkle Serum  -  At parity with others Perricone MD RE:Firm Surface Recovery Treatment  - At parity with others Olay Regenrist Advanced Anti-Aging Regenerating Serum  - Nice...