Lust Item of the Week: Navy Blue Hunter Boots!

Hello Divas!

Life is fleeting.  Be sure to live it to the fullest!

I am back with my "Lust Item of the Week" post.  My current lust item is obtainable and practical.  Check  them out:

Hunter Women's Original Rain boots in Navy.

I have been wanting these boots for a while, but always thought they were a bit much for Atlanta.  We get rain, but not that much rain.  It snows, but not too often.  However, last winter we had snow and a torrential ice storm.  So considering the possible snow and ice, I think it is time to step up my Wellie game.

Kate Moss regularly rocks Hunter Wellies and she looks gorgeous in them.

I can't wait to get mine!

You can purchase Hunter Rain Boots from any Bloomingdales or online here.

Toodles!

Day 15: Sequins by Alice + Olivia

Hello Divas!

I had a rough day today. Luxe baby was sick (vomiting everywhere), my tire may need replacing, and I did not get any work done. But I kept thanking God for all of my blessing because it could have been much worse.

So Chamele is back! Yeah!  Day 15 involves sequins.  Sequins are hot this season.  I saw the cutest sequin beret in Target. I must have it!

Day 15

So, I have discussed several possibilities for the official birthday dress, but I can hardly choose with so many cute options and without knowledge of the festivities (a little bird told me there was some planning going on but failed to mention the dress code.) Besides, you can have more than one birthday outfit, right? I may end up going out to several small celebrations instead of one big bash, so I would need several "small" outfits. Yes?  I am obviously stretching here. 

I really need a reason to where this  Alice + Olivia  Sequined  T shirt Dress before New Years. Sequins are a big hit again, and this sleeveless number is a pretty penny or more like 49,500 pretty pennies. The Alice + Olivia Sequined T shirt Dress is a sleeveless dress with a round neckline. There is seaming at the natural waist, creating a waist where one may not otherwise be (if you get my hint. I love clothes that make me look like I have more or less than I have... when the less and more are in the appropriate places.) There is an open slit down the back with button closure at the neckline. Hmm... open slits. If you caught a glimpse of the Effervescent Evening Dress, you might like this one too!

In the alternative, I am considering the Aidan Max One Shoulder Gold Sequined dress. It has a much more likeable price. The dress has a straight skirt with much needed built-in cups. The bias cut and  draped bodice allow for . The Aidan Max One Shoulder Sequined Dress is $295.00 at Bloomingdale's.

On a recent trip to JCrew, I ran across the Sequin Mesh Bell Skirt.  JCrew offers a mesh gold sequined skirt that will probably provide more versatility than a full dress at half the price.  The Sequin Mesh Bell Skirt  is  a full skirt with elastic waistband, allowing for its owner to wear alone, belted, high-waisted or on the natural waistline. The price is originally $138.00 but is on sale now for $79.99. Scorrrrrre!

Until tomorrow,

Chamele

Chanel Coco Rouge Noir Lipstick: Diva Red!

Hello Divas!

I hope your week has started wonderfully! I saw a bumper sticker and I have to get it. It states: Life is Good! And it is!

For the next 30 day, my luxetips writer, Chamele, will give you guys her best 30 beauty and fashion tips to celebrate her 30th birthday.  She is a diva and has the best tips, so sit back and enjoy!

 

 

Hey Luxe Divas! It's Chamele, the Luxe Shopaholic at her best.

 

I am 30 days out from my 30th birthday, and  I am trying to make piece with that fact by centering positive activities around the number. Everything I am doing in the next month centers around the number 30 - 30 minutes of meditation, 30 minutes of reading my Bible, and  LuxeDiva has allowed me to do the next 30 posts. I am psyched about this. The next 30 posts will center around my ultimate birthday wish list, including but not limited to beauty products. Hopefully, I can help you score some good deals and indulge yourselves a bit.

 

First on my list is the Coco Rouge Noir  lipstick. I was a bridesmaid in a wedding this past August, and I found myself in Bloomies shopping for a new face. Ha! The lovely Pamela Pimpleton assisted me. I told her I was interested in the Coco Rouge lipstick (as I had never purchased any Chanel makeup. Shame.). Boy was I excited. Yes, I had found a comparable color at a slightly less expensive price (Revlon 015 Grape), but nothing beat the moisture packed into that 3 inch tube of Coco Rouge. The lipstick felt like butter going on my lips. My lips are rather full; thus, I at this time of year I need as much moisture as I can muster.

 

I also like the richness of color in the Rouge Noir. It is a deep plum, a very popular color for lips this fall. Rouge Noir is a glam color that gives an old Hollywood feel to your nightwear and when used sparingly and amped up with a little gloss can be flaunted during the day as well.  I am looking forward to wearing mine with a full skirted halter dress to a my  friend's upcoming fall wedding.

 

Until tomorrow,

 

Chamele

Summer Time Series: Day Four, Comfy Rompers!

Hello Divas!

It is Memorial Day Weekend!  It is time for BBQ and Summer Cocktails.  What are your plans this Memorial Day Weekend?

Whatever your plans, make sure you wear a super cute outfit!  Here are some styles I love for this Summer.

Shirtdresses

I have been wearing shirtdresses since college and I adore them.  They are simple yet sexy.  I am particularly loving this Ralph Lauren shirtdress.  They are cute with heels or flats!

Rompers

My sister just purchased the cutest black halter romper and I was like "I have to have one of these".  However, I always wonder about the whole bathroom thing! LOL!  Anyhoo, this cheetah print romper with boyfriend jacket is classy with a punch of pizazz! Love it!

One Shoulder Dresses

Michelle Obama has made one shoulder dresses HOT!  I love the print and the fit of this dress.  Dress it up for a night on the town, or wear it slightly casual with flats. Gorgeous!

Toodles!

Clinique's Even Better Skin Tone Corrector: A Life Saver!

Hello Divas!

I hope everyone is having an awesome day!

If you have been reading my blog, you know that I have been experiencing extremely severe breakouts. Too much stress in my life! I am working on removing all negative elements in my life, so hopefully the breakouts will cease.

During my breakouts, my skin was scarring pretty bad from the acne. I know I needed a skin tone corrector or lightening cream to get rid of the scarring. While reading Shake Your Beauty, one of my favorite blogs, Ms. Tia raved about Clinique's Even Better Skin Tone Corrector with SPF 20. She too was experiencing breakouts and she said this cream evened her skin tone in 4 weeks! Nice!

I knew I had some Clinique samples in my beauty arsenal, so I searched and found the Even Better Skin Tone Corrector. Now this version does not include SPF 20, but I was eager to give it a try. I am happy to report that after 5 weeks of use, my dark marks are almost gone! This cream really really works. Now I am used to using Retinol cream which works within 14 days, but this cream does the job slowly but beautifully over time. Since I have been using this cream, I have not experienced any breakouts and my skin is so very smooth! Love it! My skin tone is brighter, my skin's texture has improved, and it is more even. What is there not to like?

Unfortunately, I just ran out of the sample, so I am running to the mall tomorrow to purchase an one ounce bottle of Even Better Skin Tone Corrector. It retails for $39.50. If you spend $25 or more at any Nordstrom's or Bloomingdales you will receive a free gift with purchase!

Toodles!

Michelle Smith of Milly Discusses Her Signature Bag for Clinque

Hello Divas!

I hope all is well and fabulous in your world!

As I previously blogged, I met Michelle Smith, designer and creator of Milly during New York Fashion Week. Milly is one of my favorite designers. Her clothes are comfortable, luxe, and so pretty! Her resort wear and swimsuits are outstanding! Clinique commissioned Michelle to create a cosmetics bag and Michelle did not disappoint. The bag is absolutely gorgeous! The design contains Milly's signature pink color and a flirty pattern. This cosmetics bag is available exclusively at Bloomingdale's and is yours with a purchase of $25 of more at the Clinique counter. In addition, the bag contains all of Milly's favorite Clinique products including Rosy Blush for cheeks and Blushing Nude lips. The colors definitely match the bag! HOT! I asked Milly a few questions about her inspiration for the Cosmetics bag:

Luxetips: Ms. Smith what was your inspiration when creating the Milly One of A Kind Clinique Make-up bag?

Ms. Smith: The Clinique warm watermelon color pink lipstick and Milly's signature pink was my inspiration.

Luxetips: I am in love with this bag it is so creative and fun! What is your secret to success?

Ms. Smith: Work really really hard. Do not take short cuts and don't take no for an answer!

And Divas Michelle looked fantastic! She just had a baby and did not have one inch of fat on her body. Amazing!

Toodles!

Fun Fridays! Fashions Shows and Sales

Hello Divas!

I hope your day is awesome! Today is Friday. The last official day of Spring Break. It has been fun, but Monday it is back to the grind! lol!

If you live in the Atlanta area, Lenox Square Mall is having FREE runway fashion shows on April 24 and 25. The shows takes place at 7:30 pm on April 24 and 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4pm, and 5 pm on April 25. The show on Friday will feature new spring fashions from Neiman Marcus. The Saturday shows will feature spring and summer fashions from Bloomingdales, Macy's, Betsey Johnson, Club Monaco, Ann Taylor Loft, Guess, Banana Republic, Steve Madden and more!

Also for you beauty junkies, Kiehls, Aveda, The Body Shop, and the maker of my favorite hand cream, L'Occitane, will host Style Shops where shoppers can get an up close and personal look at new spring and summer beauty products! You know I will be at these shops! The fashion shows sound like a lot of fun and I hope to see you Divas there!

CVS is having a sale on ALL Revlon products! Buy one get one free! This is the perfect time to try out the A Floral Affair Blush I talked about yesterday!

And remember to please vote for me in the Best of Beauty Category for the Glam Awards! This is my first time participating in such an Award! So give a newbie some love!





Toodles!

Free Beauty Products from Lancome, Christian Dior, Chanel and More!!!!

Hello Divas!

I hope you are having an awesome day! If you live on the East Coast all I can say is Brrr! I know some of you have heard that major department stores such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, and Macy's will give away 1 free cosmetic item at select counters on January 20th. Why are they doing this? Well these retailers were defendants in a class action suit that alleged that the retailers had engaged in a price fixing scheme on beauty products. As part of the settlement, these stores will give away one product per customer to anyone who has purchased cosmetics between May 1994 and July 2003. I am sure that includes ALL of us! Woot!

Visit cosmeticssettlement.com for a complete list of beauty brands and products available on January 20th. I will see you in line!

Toodles!