Today, we're going to talk about how you can totally dress up your jeans and tshirt. Instead of throwing on a hoodie or same ol' crewneck sweater, how about trying: a blazer: a military jacket: a ruffled cardigan a sweater cape or even a cozy … [Read more...]
trend: bow blouses
September 22, 2010
This trend is so adorable. Its feminine, sexy and/or fun and can be worn anywhere! This one from LOFT is gorgeous. I love the color and the sleeves... For a more formal look, this one is fabulous. Love the metallic color and it would be fabulous with black pants or jeans for a … [Read more...]
A Friendly Reminder — It’s Time to Clean Your Makeup Brushes
September 22, 2010
I just got a new foundation that I've been playing around with for the last few days. The foundation is a liquid, so it required me to dig through my makeup drawer and unearth my foundation brush. When I finally located the brush, I realized it was in desperate need of a cleaning. Makeup … [Read more...]
finding clothes that really fit
September 21, 2010
The October issue of ShopSmart features a fabulous feature called “How to Buy Clothes That Fit & Flatter” that includes top-of-mind pointers to help you make the right decision in the dressing room, tips on how to tell if something needs customized tailoring, warning signs that an outfit is a … [Read more...]
LOFT Loves Teachers
September 21, 2010
You know how I love LOFT. And you may know how I love teachers (I have two in my immediate family :-) so I love the LOFT Loves Teachers program. Its such a fabulous way to support some of our most valuable people! The LOFT Loves Teachers program is providing grant funding to teachers through a … [Read more...]
N.Y.C. IndividualEyes Custom Compact
September 21, 2010
A few weeks ago I heard about a new product from N.Y.C. called the IndividualEyes Custom Compact. It was an eyeshadow palette with four shadows, an eye primer and a highlighter/illuminator all for under $5. I immediately went out and picked one up. These palettes come in 3 different color … [Read more...]
The Shapewear Junkie Strikes Again.
September 18, 2010
It's the official Chic Critique Shapewear Ambassador here to tell you about yet another fabulous shaper I've discovered. Not too long ago, I told you about the Kymaro Body Shaper. I still love it, but it's hard to wear in the summertime because the straps often show with my skimpier summer tops. … [Read more...]
drool worthy: military coat
September 17, 2010
I don't want to overexcite you, but I think that this very well might be the most awesome military-inspired jacket in the history of the universe. … [Read more...]
Ann Taylor focus on REAL women for Fashion Week
September 16, 2010
If you know me or have read my blogs at all, you know that Ann Taylor is one of my very favorite stores. I was excited to see Ann Taylor take a daring approach during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, dressing the company’s employees for a “See Now, Wear Now” fashion show at their flag ship store on … [Read more...]
