Summer Swimwear by SATC Stylist Patricia Field
Jun 29th
Julie Spira and Patricia Field
Although Sex and the City 2 may be a distant memory, it’s now officially swimsuit season. SATC stylist Patricia Field launched her new House of Field Swimwear line on the rooftop of 230 Fifth in Manhattan the day after the film’s premiere so grab your tanning butter and select your favorite design.
Patricia Field’s Swimsational Disco Soiree included custom Sex and the City inspired cocktails by SKYY Vodka, and a fashion show attended by thousands of SATC fans and fashion enthusiasts. The cost of the bathing suits run from $90-$200 and portrayed a colorful delight on a desert themed evening. Accessories included eye wear an beach towels.
Are you ready to vote for your favorites?
For more information visit PatricaField.com
Lip Gloss Worth a Kiss or Two
May 17th
Every one in a while I come across a new lip gloss that’s guaranteed to stay on your lips throughout the day. When I found the double-ended mix-and match lipgloss from tarte, which claimed to be a moisture-rich gloss duo to hydrate the lips, it was worth trying.
Of course, the quote on the box got my attention, which said “Breaking up’s not hard to do when you’ve got a gloss that splits in two!”
Tarte supergloss comes in colors such as Pip & Estella, along with the associated and flirty quote, “Estella always kept her admirer guessing with her patented pout. Exceed expectations, one kiss at a time.”
Other famous duos include Fred & Ginger, Romeo & Juliet, Luke & Laura, Rhett & Scarlet, and Anthony & Cleopatra.
It’s worth the purchase to perk up your spirit along with your lips. Added bonus: You can break apart the duo and mix and match the colors while you’re dreaming about your next kiss.
Try their new beach set, featuring Gidget & Moondoggie (pale pink & shimmery sand)
Frankie & Annette (coral pink & watermelon)
Zack & Kelly (peachy pink & cotton candy)
tarte sunglosses Double-Ended Lipglosses Set 1 set
The Multi-Million Dollar Sex and the City 2 Wardrobe
May 15th
Photo by Craig Blankenhorn – © MMIX New Line Productions, Inc.
It won’t appear like there’s a recession when fans go to see the long-awaited Sex and the City 2, due out in theatres on May 27, 2010.
According to In Touch Weekly, Carrie Bradshaw’s wardrobe included 41 costume changes. Some of the designers included Pucci, Halston, and Alexander McQueen. Phillip Block, stylist-to-the-stars, was on the set and he estimated the price of the wardrobe for Sex and the City 2 at $10 million.
In the InTouch article, Block said, “Some of these pieces cost more than an SUV,” he says. “But they get better mileage!”
Sex and the City Stylist Patricia Field had dressed Carrie in Halston in one of the television episodes where Carrie was dating a politician. In the recently released documentary film, Ultrasuede: A Search for Halston, Field said, “It was a play on Jackie O.”
Krsitin Davis, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall and Cynthia Nixon will get to keep their new over-the-top wardrobe to memorialize their second feature film. The question to ask yourself is, “What fashion designer will you be wearing to view the Sex and the City 2 film with your girlfriends?”
Countdown to Sex and the City 2 – Celebrate with Macy’s Girls Weekend
May 12th
Grab your girlfriends and get ready to shop and celebrate as we countdown to one of the most exciting films of the season, Sex and the City 2.
Macy’s and Warner Brothers have teamed up in conjunction with the launch of Sex and the City 2, scheduled to hit the screens in the U.S. on Thursday, May 27th. Mark your calendars now for “Girls Weekend” on May 20-23, 2010. There will be plenty of exciting in-store shopping events for fashion lovers everywhere.
On Thursday, May 20, 2010, the store chain will be giving away Sex and the City 2 advance movie screening tickets to the first 50 customers in 55 cities across the country who purchase $100 or more.
On Friday, May 21, 2010, pick up your exclusive, limited-edition Sex and the City 2 make-up brush set created by Warner Brothers and available only at Macy’s, redeemable at the Fragrance Bar. ($100 storewide purchase required and while supplies last).
On Saturday, May 22, 2010, for those who have to be the first to see the long-awaited film, Macy’s customers will receive Hollywood movie cash ($8.50 coupon towards your purchases of a Sex and the City 2 tickets at select movie theaters across the country with any storewide purchase of $100 while supplies last).
If that’s not exciting enough, you can even enter here to win a trip for four to head to Marrakesh.
For more information visit Macys.com/girlsweekend.
To get in the mood, watch the trailer for the film, perhaps while sipping a Skyy Vodka Cosmo.
Hip Sunglasses for Spring
Mar 30th
In my excitement of the arrival of spring, I found a neglected drawer filled with Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses that had been retired many years ago.
My enthusiasm resulted in a glow, as the famous brand is now back in style in a big way. Ray-Ban sunglasses have been seen on celebrities including Katie Holmes, David Beckham, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and Jessica Alba. If you aren’t as lucky as I am to have a collection of your own, visit Zappos where you can pick up a pair for the spring season.
Ray-Ban – 2132 New Wayfarer (Red/Tortoise/B-15XLT Lens) – Eyewear
Price: From $109.00. Shelf-life: Never-ending
Date Night Beauty Tips
Mar 23rd
My favorite cosmetic choice the past few months has to be Stila. Their lip glaze is so convenient and comes in a variety of fun and flirty colors. A recent visit to their website resulted in a terrific value and look with their Date Night collection.
Stila offers four top sellers for only $34 – a $90 value! Shimmering lids and lashes, luminous skin and sweetly flushed lips and cheeks give you a perfectly pretty look for date night or every night!
Set includes:
Black Diamond Mascara – black with shimmer
Eye Shadow – Kitten*
Cherry Crush Lip & Cheek Stain
All Over Shimmer *3
*Individual compact sold separately.
If you get lucky in love, don’t forget to spread the news.
FIDM Debut 2010 Runway Show
Mar 14th
It’s on the calendar every year. Those with a passion for fashion on the west coast anxiously await for the Fashion Week every March.
One of the treats leading up to Fashion Week is the FIDM Debut Runway show. It’s an exciting time for the students at FIDM, Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in Los Angeles. Over 10,000 people view the invitation-only runway show over a period of 3 days.
I attended the dress rehearsal along with other members of the Costume Council of LACMA as one our annual events.
The theme this year included FIDM’s Theatre Costume Design presentation: “FIDM goes to the movies – A Tribute to Judy and Liza,” complete with 2 Judy and Liza impersonators, a chorus line, and film clips from their famous movies including, Easter Parade and The Wizard of Oz.
The event is supported by Industry Leaders and the business community. Proceeds from the evening will benefit the FIDM Scholarship Foundation. The event showcases exciting and unique collections from FIDM’s graduating students in Fashion Design, Theatre Costume Design, Interior Design, Textile Design, and Graphic Design Advanced Study Program.
Along with the excitement and festivities for Fall Fashion Week scheduled for March 17-24, 2010, I think I’ll do a bit of spring cleaning in my closet.
Your Tango – These Lips are Made for Kissing
Jan 19th
There’s nothing like the anticipation of the first kiss with someone you just started dating. Your first kiss can set off fireworks and start the oxytocin flowing in your body, if its the kind of kiss that makes you want more.
Learn how to turn a wintertime kiss into a night to remember with my 10 tips.
Read full article on YourTango
Gone Brazilian – No Visa Required
Jan 11th
It’s the hottest trend in hairstyle now. The Brazilian Blowout — the keratin smoothing hair treatment that took over Hollywood last year was suddenly booked on my calendar. I was told it would only take 90-minutes and would be perfect for that last minute photo shoot or hot date.
I had seen photos of celebrities with their new shiny manes and assumed it wasn’t for me. After all, I already had straight hair. But somehow, my hair never looked as good as it did on the day of my monthly visits with Steven Crithfield of Claudio d’Italia in Brentwood. I just couldn’t do it on my own.
Steven convinced me to try this simple treatment. I figured if it was good enough for Halle Berry, Lindsay Lohan, Ashley Tisdale, and Nicole Richie’s manes’ it was worth a try. Who wouldn’t want Jennifer Anniston perfect-hair on a daily basis? The Brazilian Blowout products are even listed in Vanity Fair as Janie Bryant’s favorite shampoo. It was time to go Brazilian.
When I arrived at the salon in Brentwood, Steven greeted me with a smile and snapped the “before” photo. The treatment started with the Brazilian Blowout Acai shampoo. I was told that these products were similar to those that come from the rain forests in Brazil and actually improve the condition of the hair. No harsh chemicals were used.
After 90-minutes the final touch of the Acai Smoothing treatment was applied to my hair, which was then flat-ironed and ready to go. Thank you Steven for washing the frizz right out of my hair. I may not make it back to Rio this year, but you’ll find me in Brentwood.
For more information and to book an appointment:
The Brazilian Blowout
Master Stylist, Steven Crithfield
Claudio d’Italia
11686 San Vicente Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
310-826-0868
Julie Spira is the bestselling author of The Perils of Cyber-Dating: Confessions of a Hopeful Romantic Looking for Love Online. Visit her at CyberDatingExpert.com
Fringe Frenzy
Dec 22nd
The fringe look is back in the fashion world, although I am wondering if it ever left. Accessorizing with fringe can be fun, flirty, and even sophisticated. It’s a fashion statement that you can dress up or down. Here are a few of my favorites to indulge in from head to toe this season. Try wearing one of these styles on your next online date.
Calvin Klein – Tiered Fringe Dress
Minnetonka – 5-Layer Fringe Boot
Rachel Leigh – Set of Three Suede Fringe Bangles
Betsey Johnson – Ski Bunny Fringe Snowflakes Cascading Earrings
Lucky Brand – Foxy Lady Fringe Crossbody (Dusty Lavender)
Ed Hardy – Peace, Love Tattoos Fringe Scarf (Pink) – Accessories
