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Sole Savior: Dr. Teal’s Giveaway

January 3, 2012

You may have survived the stress of the holidays, but surely your soles could use a bit of TLC. Whether they stood in those long Black Friday lines or were squeezed into uncomfortable (but fabulous) stilettos at your New Year’s Eve soiree, Dr. Teal’s is just what the doctor ordered.

Soak your soles in their Epsom salt foot bath for a heavenly experience. Not only does the soak relax tired feet, but it also provides a cooling peppermint sensation. To go that extra mile, follow-up with their rich and soothing foot cream for maximum moisture.

Visit www.drteals.com for pricing

Do you use foot soak treatments at home or do you typically opt for a professional pedicure? One lucky winner will win a Foot Scrub and the Cracked Heel Therapy. Simply leave a comment and a winner will be randomly selected and announced later this week.

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Happy New Year!

January 2, 2012

It’s a brand new year, which means it’s time to leave the past in the past and start anew. Whether you want to start your morning off with a quick run or implement a new skincare regimen, the top of the year is always a great place to start.

I typically don’t make new year resolutions, but I do strive to be the best me that I can possibly be. For me, that means being more patient, eating less candy, and keeping in touch with my loved ones more. I’m ready and embracing everything that 2012 has to offer. Change is in the air and it feels so good!

Do you make New Year’s resolutions? If so, do you usually stick to them?

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The Eyes Have It

December 29, 2011

Have plans to party for the new year? If so, do your eyes a favor and pick up a shimmering palette to make them pop with festive flair.

From bold golds to chic silvers, prettifying your peepers with rich, sparkly eye shadow creates drama while brightening your face for a flattering effect.

Check out a few of these palettes that will have all eyes on you:

Bare Minerals ‘The Playlist’ Palette available at www.beauty.com for $40

Bobbi Brown Onyx Silver Eye Paint Palette available at www.nordstrom.com for $45

Smashbox ‘Girls On Film’ Smokebox Palette available at www.smashbox.com for $42

Guerlain Ombre Eclat Eyeshadow Palette available at www.nordstrom.com for $59

Lancome Eye Brightening All-In-One 5 Shadow Liner Palette in ‘Mauve Cherie’ available at www.sephora.com for $48

Bobbi Brown Party Shimmer Brick available at www.nordstrom.com for $40

Nars Night Series Eyeshadow Palette available at www.saks.com for $55

Dior 5 Coleurs Eyeshadow Collection available at www.nordstrom.com for $59

Shimmer Cubes Palette available at www.thebodyshop-usa.com for $22

Do you enjoy playing up your eyes with shadows?

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Steal Vs. Splurge Sears-Style

December 21, 2011

Back in the day, Sears was pretty much synonymous with tools and household appliances. Now, it’s also home to some of the hottest fashion brands such as the Kardashian Kollection, UK Style by French Connection, and Apostrophe.

From sexy LBDs to statement-making accessories, you can find incredibly fashionable items for less that are comparable to hot-off-the-runway designer duds. If you’re a true fashionista who likes to be frugal, please don’t sleep on Sears. You’ll be surprised at what you’ll find.

Check out a some of these hot buys for less:

Kardashian Kollection Women’s Open Back Ottoman Dress with Zipper Detail available at www.sears.com for $58.99

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Betsey Johnson Cotton Lycra Lace-Up Sheath available at www.betseyjohnson.com for $268

Kardashian Kollection Multi-Bead Necklace available at www.sears.com for $18.20

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Gold Silk Cube Bead 3-Strand Necklace available at www.endless.com for $98

Apostrophe Women’s Ruched Scarf available at www.sears.com for $12

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Missoni Pure Wool Scarf available at www.farfetch.com for $196

UK Style by French Connection Women’s Wool Blend Cape available at www.sears.com for $56

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Calvin Klein Button Front Belted Tie Cape available at www.calvinklein.com for $149.99

*Disclaimer: No monetary compensation was provided by Sears or Glam Media for this post.

The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Sears.

Have you ever bought fashions from Sears?

**BTW – The winner of the Essie nail polish is Yvonne! Congratulations! Please send me your mailing address.

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Dazzling Holiday Shades for Your Digits

December 19, 2011

Want to make your nails a knock-out this holiday season? Essie is always my go-to brand for brilliant shades. Their eye-catching colors always have the perfect saturation and pigment that make my digits pop.

Plus, it typically lasts a week at minimum without chipping.

As Gold As It Gets – gilded lamé, Shine of the Times – scintillating opalescence, A Cut Above – shattered pink diamond glitz, Pure Pearlfection – Decadent Iridescence, – disco mirror ball chaos

What is your favorite color from this Holiday 2011 collection?

**One lucky reader will win one of these dazzling shades. Simply leave a comment and a winner will be randomly selected and announced on Wednesday.

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BGG’s Christmas Wish List

December 16, 2011

If you celebrate the holidays, now’s the time to catch those last-minute deals and stock up on cool gifts and stocking stuffers for everyone on your list.

Here is a round-up of what I’d love to see under my Christmas tree:

Chloe ‘Ethel’ Leather Tote available at www.nordstrom.com for $1,350

O’s Best Advice Ever! available at www.amazon.com for $19.95

Forzieri Hot Pink Leather Gloves available at www.forzieri.com for $87

Papyrus Bird & Butterfly Gift Box available at www.papyrusonline.com for $17.95

Christopher Kon Credit Card Wallet available at www.lastcall.com for $35

Lord & Taylor 14K Gold Initial Pendant Necklace available at www.lordandtaylor.com for $162.50

Victoria’s Secret Thermal Sleep Shirt available at www.victoriassecret.com for $39.50

Have you started your holiday shopping?

Btw, the winner of the Aveeno prize pack is Becky! Please send me your mailing address. Congrats!

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Tyler Perry’s Doing a ‘Good Deed’

December 15, 2011

This February, Tyler Perry will attempt to woo moviegoers with his newest film, Good Deeds, starring the filmmaker, Gabrielle Union, and Thandie Newton.

The film will follow the journey of Wesley Deeds, a successful and wealthy businessman, who takes a look into his “perfect” life and discovers that he needs to take action to lead the life that he’s always dreamed.