fête à fête

Spring 2012 Trends with the Glam Beauty Board

Tami — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:30:44 +0000

I'm honored to be a member of the Glam Beauty Board, a panel of bloggers who will periodically review the most popular beauty products of the season. I can't wait to share what we reviewed for spring, so without further ado, here are my thoughts.

Votre Santé Wines from Francis Ford Coppola Winery

Tami — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 21:00:00 +0000

Last week, I was invited by Francis Ford Coppola Winery to celebrate their winter release of Votre Santé wines. Named in honor of the film director's paternal grandmother, the name is inspired by the French toast, "A votre santé," which means, "To your health." The gorgeous wine bottle label is also designed by Coppola himself.

NY Fashion Week 2012: NARS for Thakoon

Tami — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 21:30:00 +0000

At the Thakoon show, bold lips were the highlight of the NARS look. “The collection is a romantic cliché of something old New York – Upper East Side in the 1980s..but with a quirky twist,” said designer Thakoon Panichgul. “It’s reminiscent of the past but still feels modern.”

Last Minute Valentine's Day Gifts

Tami — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:03:00 +0000

Whether you're a die-hard romantic or perpetually jaded, you might be tempted to slack off a bit for Valentine's Day. Rather than incur the wrath of your significant other, here are some excellent gift ideas to butter up your sweetheart.

Feelin' Pretty Powerful

Tami — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:44 +0000

Some say that beauty is only skin deep, but it goes far deeper than that. Real beauty requires inner strength and confidence to foster each unique spirit. With that in mind, Bobbi Brown's Pretty Powerful 2.0 campaign is asking women everywhere to share what makes them feel beautiful and powerful.

YSL Candy Face Spring 2012 Makeup

Tami — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:06:00 +0000

Bright candy pinks and bold purples ruled Candy Face, YSL's Spring Look 2012 makeup collection. Fresh and sweet, the playful color palette is celebrating spring with colorful abandon.

Organic Manicures at Spa Natural

Tami — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:53:00 +0000

Eco-conscious beauties seeking chemical-free manicures are in luck. Spa Natural, a cozy nail care studio that specializes in Eminence Organics products, just opened up in the Inner Richmond area. Holistic manicurist Lucinda Browning creates an elegant, pampering experience, and each nourishing product that touches your skin is 100% organic.

Trufflove Chocolates

Tami — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:58:00 +0000

I always welcome new gourmet chocolate brands. Trufflove, a San Francisco-based truffle company, is specializing in seemingly familiar yet unusual flavors. Handmade with fresh ingredients, each one is made with love.

Absolution Skin Care

Tami — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:45:00 +0000

Absolution, the award-winning organic skin care company from Paris, is committed to using certified organic and wild plant extracts. The unisex formulas lasts for only 6-12 months and the chic, minimalist packaging can be recycled easily. Naturally, everything is free of parabens, PEG and phthalates.

Dior Garden Party Spring 2012 Makeup

Tami — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:32:00 +0000

Dior's spring 2012 makeup collection, Garden Party, is filled with whimsical shades and textures. The fantasy theme is absolutely ideal for a glorious springtime celebration.