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| Discussions Posted on 3/12/2004 |
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| Fashiontrac Foul Up New Newsleter |
| Well we just wrapped up a really neat edition of our newsletter. It's a
survey of novelty bags and it was fun to do. I learned about some new
bags that are kind of neat.
Anyway for those who are interested here's a link. We're not selling
anything |
| Wine tasting/spring preview at JJill |
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Last night, The Promenade in Marlton, NJ had a spring preview (you got 10% off
and an additional 5% if you are a charge card holder), and also a wine tasting
and light snacks. The wine I had was delicious and I plan to pick up a bottle.
I don't re |
| blakheads on the body |
| hi everyone!
I have blackheads on my hips, have you ever had something like that.
Can you recommend something to deal with these? I am sure I have on my
back too because I am dealing with the acnes on my back.
thanks,
szeynep |
| what I bought this week |
| Besides the Clinique junk and the Soleil scarf (waves to Laurie!),
I scored two great EF sweaters at a Dillards sale. One is a
saturated dark red, in viscose, v-necked, long sleeves. Perfect
three season weight fabric. The other is a heathered dark |
| Fashion in the Economist |
| Last week's Economist had a fascinating special section on fashion.
Probably few surprises for people on this group, but absorbing reading just
the same. Topics included capitaal cities of fashion (New York, Paris,
Milan), how designers start (talent, |
| reformulated Moisture Surge |
| My local dept store was having a Clinique GWP so I bought
the new Moisture Surge Extra yesterday. It smells the same,
but is a bit thicker. I've always like MS for a summer moisturizer,
but in its new incarnation it seems viable for other seasons: I |
| STOP SHOPPING SO MUCH! |
| http://www.bankrate.com/brm/news/debt/debt_manage_2004/men-women-money.asp
"Money is an emotional-laden thing," says Hira. "We spend because others
are doing it. Women may have more need to be accepted by others. Maybe they
think that if they hav |
| I'm Not Really a Waitress |
| I got this along with some other OPI colors and various things from
drugstore.com today and I had never tried this color. It is exactly the
shade I have been looking for to put on my toes. Who knew? Now I know why
everyone likes it. It is a great c |
| Hair color help, please |
| x-no-archive: yes
I've just realized that I missed a spot (front center, so hiding it or
ignoring it is not an option) coloring my hair.
I use L'Oreal Colorspa or Casting or whatever it's called now, which
comes with 15-volume developer.
I |
| Plastic Surgery Deaths |
| Dying to Look Good is the article in People Magazine. It certainly can
scare you about having any plastic surgery. It even talks about a lady
dying after having surgery at the same place that Olivia Goldsmith had
surgery. It is worth a read.
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| White jeans |
| Whatever happened to white jeans? I used to have a pair, I loved them. You
wear them kind of snug, show off the ole' package a little. If I come across
a pair I'm going to get them.
Matt
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| I should be set for life, claims dh |
| Thru ebay, I've managed to corral enough discontinued Anna Carera
ampoules of Rujade Rosee for dry skin to last me til about age 70.
After that I probably won't care. Have about 32 ampoules on hand now
- talk about hoarding. I'm just happy I got the |
| sexiest lips around! |
| Checkout the best quality and the lowest prices. Best Lip Gloss I've
ever owned! I use Gold Lip Sparklettes, Lasts all day long.
24*7 Essentials Professional Skincare & Makeup
Not only do they have the same products as expensive "Cosmetic
Counter" |
| Skincare: comments on various products, please... |
| I received a mess o' samples at last week's Saks Beauty Week.
Based on recs I've seen around, and some of these samples, I'd like to
know your thoughts on the following products. I have normal skin that
tends to break out, somewhat oily T, somewhat |
| the new yorker: style special |
| this week's new yorker focuses on fashion. it has a fun article about miuccia
prada and a few fashion-oriented cartoons. |
| New Gucci and YSL designers names |
| I've stolen the link from Joel's newsletter and chat group. I have a
hard time opening NY Times links, but at Gucci there will be a team of
three former assistants from within the company, and YSL will be
designed by Tom Ford's former chief assistant |
| Irish hair question |
| How would you go about getting the the deep black-brown color
that Irish women often have?
I tried on a wig of that color and it looks gorgeous... my own hair is
just dark brown--lighter than that and the color is not so rich. (I'm
pale (NC-15), c |
| Bobbi Brown product opinions? |
| I have an appointment today at the Bobbi Brown counter. I
specifically want to check out the gel liner and shimmer wash
shadows because I've heard such great things about them. Are
there any other BB products I should try? Any "must have!" or
"don' |
| help with nontoxic hair color for graying hair? |
| As I'm getting closer and closer to 50, I'm getting more
and more gray hair mixed in with my dark hair. I'm starting
to think about having it colored, but I've never had my hair
colored before and am a little nervous about it.
I'm wondering if there |
| item #: QVC TSV tomorrow: Principal Secret's Reclaim |
| item number #A03906. Special TSV price is not yet loaded....here's the
scoop:
Reclaim Your Youthful Beauty Skincare Kit includes:(1)6 fl.oz. Total
Facial Cleanser,(1)1oz Anti-Aging Day Cream SPF15,(1)1oz. Anti-Aging
Night Cream, & (1).4oz EyeMazing |
| Hollister frustration |
| hi--
I'm newly 19 and having major trouble finding clothes that fit, look,
and FEEL good.I used to toy around hollister a bit, but their clothes
keep on shrinking and shrinking. I've heard it's geared toward younger
teens, but based on the people I se |
| Big news on Regenerist? |
| Suddenly all the stores in my area are all sold out of Regenerist and
there are even signs up at Walgreens and such saying "We have
Regenerist in stock". Is there something new I don't know? |
| Coldwater Creek 50% off code |
| Through Tuesday, March 16, 50% off everything at Coldwater Creek.
Code: WRH4339
Smokey
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| I like this outfit :-) |
| I think this is so cute. I just wanted to share it with someone who
understands.
http://www.arcadeproject.com/1-02/img/st-18.jpg
If you get the chance, take a look at the site: http://www.arcadeproject.com
.. Fun reading if you're into this sort o |
| "Carpool Couture Woman" Guardian UK article |
| This article made me smile. I like the idea of people being more fashion
conscious and seeing designers try to reach all people. OTOH, Donna Karan
has been trying to do this very thing for years by selling pieces similar to
her upscale designs in her l |
| Viva Glam V-Description ?? |
| Can anyone tell me if they've seen this in person? I'm curious if it's
similar to Fabby ?? Or, different?
Any help appreciated since we have no MAC counter in Rochester...and I'm
tempted to order the l/s and the l/g.
Jackie
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| Re: What are *you* wearing today? |
| 80 degrees This weather is just perfect. I have a meeting this morning
and then at noon I'm meeting the women who will take over my grant
writing position for our service organization. My replacements are a
mother and her two daughters. This evening |
| Hurray! Another Oil-Free, Non-moisturizing Facial Scrub! |
| And drugstore-available, too. There aren't many of these, after all.
Aveeno Skin Brightening Daily Scrub. Just fyi. kayper
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| ...Doppelgangers good and bad... |
| I just thought--I see mentions of similar products a lot (some new
things similar to the discontinued ones, cheaper similar products,
better performing, etc)--what if there was a list of them on AF--the
way they do FAQ--everything in one thread. Would |
| TREASURED FIND IN FAIRFAX VA |
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| Most coveted shoe brands? |
| Do you agree with this list (in descending order):
Manolo Blahnik
Jimmy Choo
Via Spiga
Charles David
Nine West? |