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Discussions Posted on 10/6/2004
 
Anyone here own (or work in) a retail store?
I'm considering starting a small fashion boutique and am trying to get a feel for average gross margins (sales minus cost of goods sold) and markups (% added to wholesale price to arrive at retail price). I've been told that, for clothing in general,

pore reducing products?
what can I used to shrink my pores, I noticed this morning when putting on my makeup. Can a new foundation help? I use CG TruBlend Thanks!!!! -- Sandra Owned by 3 cats.

Vita-K skin lightening - anyone try it?
I've seen this product at Eckerd for $20 and was wondering if anyone has any experience with it. I have some brown spots that I'd like to fade. Thanks.

New on Sephora.com
Bored and nursing, hoping for the Stila holiday to appear there sometime- found- http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P77009&shouldPaginate=true <---new UD Shadow Box in pink case http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?br

NM's "The Hip Event" gifts?
Does anyone know what goodies will be given at NM for "The Hip Event" on Oct 7-9? I know they've had similar events in the past but I've been unable to get there on those dates in the past. If you spend $300 then you get a bag of stuff from differ

Why Wear A Thong?
Why Wear A Thong? Thongs are the latest new design for women's panties. Thongs are panties designed to offer a totally smooth fit with no detectable panty lines. The no-show thong has become popular with women of all ages.... http://www.wenmarco

Stockings - An Essential Wardrobe Accessory!
Stockings - An Essential Wardrobe Accessory! Nylon fiber was first introduced to the public at the New York World's Fair in 1939. The first thing nylon was used for was nylon stockings in 1940. Women liked the nylon stockings because they were as pr

Atlantans: Kiehl's coming to Lenox Square
Shopping in Atlanta keeps getting better and better. "Kiehl's coming to Lenox Square Lisa R. Schoolcraft Staff Writer Kiehl's Since 1981 is opening its first and only freestanding store in Atlanta's Lenox Square Oct. 15. New York-based Kiehl's

Maybelline Wonderfinish vs. L'Oreal Cashmere Perfect
Thanks to everyone who posted their opinions of Cashmere Perfect. I have been using the sample for three days now and I love it. I heard that Maybelline has a similar product called Wonderfinish. How does this compare to L'Oreal's? Evie

What are you wearing?
Low/mid 70's in Dallas today, no rain yet but they say 60% through Friday... Black Jhane Barnes cotton/silk mock neck Black Loois Raphael pleated & cuffed gabardine trousers Black Calvin Klein 3 eyelet ankle boots Black SMLG's ;) Grey HS "Bal des

When will fall/winter sales start?
I'm in a desperate need of a wool/leather jacket, unfortunately, prices are just so steep right now. Anyone has an idea how long will I need to wait till these jackets go on sale?

Any opinions on Talika Instant Manicure powder?
coming out of recent lurkdom to ask... Has anyone tried this stuff? It's in the latest Bliss catalog. Can they do a catalog or what? Even when I'm in an "I hate everything" mood I find 6 things to love on every page. So, anyway, the Talika stuff..

Smashbox Cosmetics on QVC
Received this in email from QVC. Apparently there are some new products to be shown on Friday along with some special pricing for their 6th Anniversary on QVC. Tune in to Smashbox Cosmetics 6th Anniversary Friday, October 8th from midnight – 2

arm control shaper?
Now I've seen everything! http://tinyurl.com/58e4t

BLACK DKNY WALLET 11.99
Hurry while stock lasts. Brand new wallets for sale!!!!!!. Follow link below. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=15661&item=8136141690&rd=1

Hair Product Suggestions . . .
I just got my hair cut and I'm wondering if anyone has any suggestions as to what products/techniques I should use to achieve this style . . . My hair is fin

A Fashion Questionnaire
Hey everyone, Just curious if anyone wants to fill in this fashion survey ? No big deal, just thought it would be a bit of fun :) I will also answer it myself soon in a reply message. Many thanks, Debbie. Basics.............. Name (optional) :

Ms. Anicuta Batariu
http://www.grg.org/images/AButariu.jpg Rest in peace.