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The man who brought us some of the best pop songs in music history, Michael Jackson, has died. The King of Pop, 50, died from cardiac arrest on Thursday, June 25th.
Please share your favorite Michael Jackson songs, moments, etc. I must say, one of my favorite MJ moments was seeing him dance with the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, a few years ago on the BET Awards. I have many others, but that one stands out to me the most right now.
Rest in peace, Michael Jackson.
Dear BGG Readers,
During the summer months, I’ve decided to cut down on posts from 5 days a week, to approx. 3 days a week. I know that people are not inside as much on the computers during the warmer months so I think this will work out well.
Thanks so much and as always your comments and feedback are greatly appreciated! Do you have any summer plans? Weddings? Reunions? Vacations? Please share!
Enjoy the summer!
Kissable Couture, one of the hottest lip gloss lines on the market has three new shades to get your puckers ready for the summer! Their new Le Fleur collection consists of 3 brilliant shades: hyacinth, peony and rose gardenia. The hyacinth and peony gives lips a pinkish/mauve tint, while the rose gardenia works as a great mix for a luxurious iridescent hue. The great thing about Kissable Couture glosses is that they are never too sticky and the perfect consistency allows for smooth application.
Each gloss is available at www.kissablecouture.com for $22
One lucky winner will win the entire Le Fleur collection (3 shades, a value of $66). Please be aware that unlike my previous contests, Kissable Couture would like for you to leave your name in the “contact” section at their site www.kissablecouture.comfor a chance to win. However, comments are still very welcome here! Also, all readers can receive 30% off all Kissable Couture products. Simply enter the code BGG during checkout at www.kissablecouture.com.
Have you ever tried Kissable Couture glosses?
Also, if you’re in the D.C. area, there’s an event that’s raising HIV/AIDS awareness that you should definitely try to attend. See below:
This summer why not keep cool in a casual t-shirt dress that can be perfect for weekend brunches or shopping with friends. Paired with ornate sandals and appropriate accessories, a t-shirt dress can be the ideal alternative to summer staples such as a sun-dress or the popular shorts and tank combo.
Would you wear a t-shirt dress?
Jersey T-Shirt Dress available at www.bananarepublic.com for $44.99
Diane Von Furstenberg Silk Jersey Dress available at www.bloomingdales.com for $365
Catherine Maladrino Silk Jersey T-Shirt Dress available at www.netaporter.com for $190.40
Pastry Tiger Love Dress available at www.shoppastrykicks.com for $20.80
Silence & Noise Silk Print Dress available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $68
T-Shirt Dress available at www.gap.com for $22.99
Bebe Tab Sleeve Shirt Dress available at www.bebe.com for $59
L.A.M.B. T-Shirt available at www.neimanmarcus.com for $95
Three Dots Scoop Neck Dress available at www.nordstrom.com for $49.90
Why not treat the man who taught you how to ride a bike, cheered you on from the sidelines at your sporting events or walked you down the aisle, with a gift that he will enjoy and cherish. Whether he’s a true techie or a grill-master dad, there are always great gifts to suit his manly desires.
Check out some of these:
Amazon Kindle 2.0 available at www.amazon.com for $359
4PC Premium Barbecue Grilling Tools available at www.costsaving2u.com for $39.49
One Dozen Hand-Dipped Chocolate Covered Strawberries available at www.redenvelope.com for $49.95
Apple iPhone 3G available at www.apple.com for $199
Magwear Magnetic Wristband available at www.redenvelope.com for $19.95
Monogrammable Men’s Leather Watch Case available at www.redenvelope.com for $49.95
Pop-Up Leather Card Case available at www.redenvelope.com for $29.95
Rolling Razor available at www.rollingrazor.com for $14.95
Poker Set available at www.tradecommerce.com for $57.99
Have you already purchased your Father’s Day Gift?
Last night, I was invited to take a stroll down the yellow brick road to see The Wiz starring pop/R&B songstress Ashanti. I have always been a huge fan of the 1978 film version with Diana Ross and Michael Jackson so I was excited to see the live production. If you’re wondering if Ashanti was able to hold her own with powerhouse cast mates such as LaChanze (she won a Tony for her role in the Broadway production of The Color Purple), Tichina Arnold and Dawnn Lewis, you’d be pleasantly surprised to learn that Ms. “Aw Baby” herself did a wonderful job! The male cast was excellent too, but for me the Tin Man played by Joshua Henry stole the show with his unbelievable vocals.
Overall, the show is a must-see for those who love the spin on the classic L. Frank Baum tale. Although, the costumes seemed a bit lack-luster, it was still a feel-good production that’s great for the entire family. If you’re in the New York City area and would like to see the play, it will be showing until July 5th at The New York City Center located 131 W. 55th Street.
Are you a fan of The Wiz?
This summer don’t let Champagne corks be the only corks popping at your summer soirees. Why not rock a pair of cute cork shoes this season to add a fashionable, yet comfy flair to your flirty frocks, shorts and skirt ensembles. The versatility of cork shoes are endless and the natural texture and hue works with just about any color palette.
Do you own a pair of cork shoes?
Natural Cork Madera Platform Sandals available at www.bluefly.com for $126.90
Steve Madden Multi-Brown Women’s Sandal Wedge available at www.stevemadden.com for $99.99
Chinese Laundry Okinawa Sandals available at www.zappos.com for $69.02
Carrie Corked Woven Sandal available at www.bebe.com for $80.49
Franco Sarto Patent Cork Wedges available at www.zappos.com for $88.95
Metallic Fancy Cork Platform Sandals available at www.shopbop.com for $87.50
Michael Kors Trellis Cork Wedge Sandals available at www.neimanmarcus.com for $298
Marc by Marc Jacobs Woven Metallic Wedges available at www.netaporter.com for $175.20
Prada Cork Platform Sandals available at www.neimanmarcus.com for $485.90
Also, for you makeup mavens, MAC is having a sale!! Click here for more details.
**The winner of the Bliss Naked Body Butter Lite is Barbara! Congrats and please email me your mailing address info!
Just in time for the summer, Bliss, has come up with a lighter formula of its popular Body Butter! Although the consistency of this luxurious lotion is thinner, it still packs a powerful punch of moisturizing agents. It provides the ultimate hydration without the heavy, greasy feeling of other body butters. Bliss is definitely one of my favorite bath & body lines.
Bliss Naked Body Butter Lite available at www.sephora.com for $29
Are you a fan of Bliss products? Would you like to try this product? If so, leave a comment and a lucky reader will win a bottle. The winner will be selected randomly and announced tomorrow.
Any professional makeup artist will tell you that one of the key factors to making eyes stand out is to curl your lashes! Using an eyelash curler can instantly add that extra va-va-voom and length to your lashes that will make your peepers pop! Many people are afraid to use the clunky, cosmetic contraption, but it really is easy to use. Here are a few tips:
1. Use on mascara-free eyes
2. Use a blow-dryer to heat the curler to ensure curling power
3. Open the curler and clamp lashes near the root…apply for 10-30 seconds
4. Apply mascara
Tarte Picture Perfect Eyelash Curler available at www.sephora.com for $15. I have this eyelash curler and it works well when I remember to curl my lashes!
Have you ever curled your lashes?
Now that it’s getting warmer, it’s time to bare your gorgeous gams in a chic pair of shorts! From cuffed khakis to drapey full shorts, this summer it’s all about showing off your legs in sexy shorts that suit your style. Plus, this season more and more women are dressing up their shorts with cute camisoles and hot accessories for a fun night out on the town.
Do you wear shorts in the summer or are you shorts-shy? Would you wear shorts for a night out?
Crisp Cotton Shorts available at www.jcrew.com for $49.50
Lockhart Shorts available at www.frenchconnection.com for $78
Diesel Sesenta Brown Shorts available at www.diesel.com for $144
Grey Antics God Bless America Shorts available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $58
Horizon Stripe Short available at www.jcrew.com for $58
Cuffed Shorts available at www.wetseal.com for $21.50
Silence & Noise Drapey Full Short available at www.urbanoutfitters.com for $38
Lauren by Ralph Lauren Margate Cuffed Shorts available at www.dillards.com for $35.70
Maje Shorts available at www.yoox.com for $69
Rojas Hi-Waisted Shorts available at www.emoda.com for $194
Retro Chambray Bermuda Shorts available at www.jcrew.com for $49.99
Shirred Twill Shorts available at www.charlotterusse.com for $19.99
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