Archive for May, 2012

Healthy FoodFete Favorites

Thursday, May 17th, 2012

A few weeks ago I attended my first Food Fete event in NYC. Basically a gathering of unique food brands focusing on healthy options .As summer is just around the corner it was perfectly fitting to look into some healthier foods options to compliment that new summer body I’m coveting.

Attempting to get a work out in whenever possible by walking , biking or straight gym workouts requires energy. As a foodie knowing what’s available and accessible is really important.

That being said I was able to find some great snacks and food products that will help  trim the fat and still keep the taste buds happy. These are going to be in your local grocery soon  if not already.

 

Food Fete Favs

Somersaults sunflower seed snacks are delicious. They are offered in several flavors so you can please all of your cravings. Just perfect for a crunchy snack with very little fat and super tasty.

Somersaults sunflower seed goodness

 

I recently found out more that I ever thought I would about Figs. But besides fig newtons have never had one till Food Fete. An excellent source of fiber can be found at California Figs.

California Figs

 

Salad is on the top of my list of favorite healthy meals . Earthbound  Farms is one of the best brands for organic fresh greens. The have a new Power Meal  coming to stores that includes cranberry and wheat protein. This is perfect  for an after workout meal. They also introduced the new herb purees .These can last up to 3 months! There are four varieties Chopped Fresh Basil,  Chopped Fresh Cilantro , Chopped Fresh dill and Crushed Fresh Chilli Pepper.

Chopped Fresh Cilantro herb puree

With all of this healthy food knowledge I’m happily looking forward to the next Food Fete!

 

 

 

 

Hello Kitty Takes on Summer Exclusively at Sephora

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

How long have I loved Hello Kitty?  Since 7 th grade at least. Never did I think it would go into adulthood. But the brand seems to have grown up with us all. I personally know a few Hello Kitty obsessors that have everything from hair brushes to travel cases.

This summer Hello Kitty is bringing out her latest glamour girl finds only at Sephora. I had the pleasure of viewing the new Hello Beauty collection that launched this month.  Race you to the store !

Hello Kitty Big Pink Bow Fragrance $58

Smell pretty with the new Big Pink Bow . The iconic bottle shape says it all.

Hello Kitty Pretty Bronzer $28

 

The first bronzer in the collection can be yours in a pretty little case with a mirror.

Hello Kitty Hello Pretty Compact $19

One of the prettiest compacts you’ll ever own at a fantastic price.

 

These are just a few of the items found exclusively at Sephora. The entire collection can be seen here 

Trend spotting : The Cat Eye Glamour is back

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

I love the glamour of the 50′s . The gloves, the dresses, and of course the eye wear. I recently came across a brand that is bringing back the cat eye in full force . ICU eye wear has created a few versions of the glamorous shaped glasses that are must . At a mere $25 at least two pairs are in order.   I am particularly  obsessing over  tortoise /yellow for summer. Find your own pair at ICUeyewear.com

CAT Eye

CAT EYE frames from ICU Eyewear

 

The Shops at Target launches with a blowout bash

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

What an evening on May 1. The Shops at Target launched with a fete to fair at the IAC building (NYC) with celebrities and tons of yummy desserts. Music by Theophillus London and fun created by the crowd. On the scene were, Theo of course, Giada di Laurentis, Hanna Brofman and Martha Stewart to name a few.

And special performances by Wilson Phillips, Theophilus London, ChelseaLeyland and Chairlift

 

This is only a fraction of the dessert tree

Mad Men is one of my favorite shows so it was very exciting to see Mrs’ Draper aka January Jones at the event.

The new mom looked smashing!

The Shops At Target is a limited  time specialty shop  on line and in stores 5/6- 6-16 . Select items are from  five boutiques around the country curated exclusively for Target. So if you want  to be on “Target” with The Shops take a look here and get your items before they are gone ! You’ll find beauty items galore, home wears and fashion must haves. I can’t wait to hit the Shops At Target.

NY Weekend Glamour : Meet Celebrity make up artist Sarah Lucero of Stila Cosmetics

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

Sarah Lucera of Stila

Are you a Stila Cosmetics lover? If so then you must run to Sephora this weekend and meet Celebrity make up artist Sarah Lucero. She will be a three locations giving customers her tips for looking fabulous. Ask questions , touch see and feel the new Stila collections . While  Sarah shares her tips and tricks on everything from creating the perfect cat eye swoop to how to best rock the bold lips trend for spring.

THE DETAILS

WHO: Sarah Lucero*, Stila Celebrity Makeup Artist & Global Creative Director

WHAT: Stop by your local NYC Sephora for a personalized makeup consultation with Sarah Lucero – her work has been featured on the runways of renowned Fashion Week shows (including Alice + Olivia, Betsey Johnson and Victoria Beckham) and now she’s in town to share her top tips and tricks for achieving runway-worthy looks at home

 WHEN & WHERE:

 FRIDAY, MAY 4TH at the Fifth Avenue Sephora (597 Fifth Ave at 48th Street)

SATURDAY, MAY 5TH at the Union Square Sephora (45 East 17th Street)

SUNDAY, MAY 6TH at the Midtown East Sephora (711 Lexington Ave at 58th Street)