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U by Kotex: A Facelift for Liners, Tampons and Pads

April 3rd, 2010 by Laney Knapp

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Inspired by the beauty and fashion industries, U by Kotex includes tampons, pads and liners, characterized by bold black packaging with brightly colored accents and wrappers – a change from the institutional look of the feminine care aisle!

Recently, Kotex launched the Declaration of Real Talk Campaign, an initiative to “empower girls and women to take control of their health and bodies.” You can get involved by signing the declaration (or taking it a step further and recording an empowering statement), and for each person that gets involved, Kotex will donate $1 to Girls For A Change. Girls For A Change is an organization that empowers girls to create social change. Since 2000, they’ve expanded to 100 “Girl Action Teams” and a million dollar budget.

I LOVE Kotex’s new advertising! The commercial above is hilarious. “Feminine Care” commercials can be so over-the-top and awkward, but Kotex has made light of the issue in a great way.

I received some of the new Kotex products to check out. The samples included, liners, tampons, and pads. I don’t use tampons, but the bright colored packages, convenient size, and easy applicators from Kotex actually make them tempting.

Kotex pads are my absolute favorite. I have very sensitive skin, so (be prepared for TMI) I often get a skin irritation, even a rash, from most pads. Kotex pads are completely comfortable and don’t cause any duration for the duration of my period, regardless of how long it decides to stick around. I don’t normally use liners, but they’re great for pre and post period issues (read: spotting).

You can find out more about the specifics of each product on the Kotex website. And, more excitingly, you can request free samples! Each sample pack will contain one liner, one pad, and two tampons – a great emergency kit! There’s also a coupon for $1.00 off your next purchase available.


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Project Runway for the Wii Giveaway!

March 12th, 2010 by Laney Knapp

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Earlier this month, the highly anticipated Project Runway Video Game was released by Atari.

Join Heidi, Tim, Nina, and Michael as you face the fiercest challenges of your fashion career. Project Runway lets you play through whole Season of wild and wonderful fashion challenges. From creating a look for a rock star to designing the next high school uniform, the pressure is on to take your personal sense of style to the next level. Nearly unlimited options for style, fabric, and color with a multitude of choices for models, make up, and hair. There’s even a Wii Balance Board™ option to strut your design down the catwalk.

The Fashionable Gal has the full scoop – and is giving away THREE copies!  Make sure to check it out and get your entries in; the contest ends March 25th.



Spring Summer 2010 Hair Trends & Hairstyles from New York Fashion Week

February 26th, 2010 by Laney Knapp

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Yigal Azrouel
Hair: Teddy Charles for TIGI
Inspiration: A modern take on sexy, natural hair. Teddy created an understated and natural-looking ponytail loop-bun with a silky, textured finish.



Get the Look:

· CATWALK by TIGI Catwalk Root Boost

· Love, Peace & the Planet by TIGI Control Freak Extra Extra Straight Hair Straightener

· TIGI Catwalk Work-It Hairspray

Preen by Thornton Bregazzi
Hair: Luke Hersheson for TIGI
Inspiration: Grunge meets glamour in a fresh, girly twist on the style of the early 90’s. This look is casual but chic, worn by the girl who always looks unique and put together, but in an understated way. A Kirby grip is worn almost as an accessory and the texture is soft and clean.

Get the Look:

· CATWALK by TIGI Catwalk Root Boost

· Rockaholic by TIGI Dirty Secret Dry Shampoo

· TIGI Catwalk Work-It Hairspray

Lacoste
Hair: Luke Hersheson for TIGI
Inspiration: A preppy, playful take on the 80’s style side ponytail. This look is textured and a little undone, but still fresh and sophisticated.


Get the Look:

· Rockaholic by TIGI Texturizing Spray Pomade

· TIGI Catwalk Root Boost

· CATWALK Your Highness by TIGI Thickening Gel Crème

· TIGI Catwalk Extra Strong Mousse

· TIGI Hard to Get Texturizing Paste

· TIGI S Factor Creamy Molding Wax

· S Factor by TIGI Spun Satin

Jill Stuart
Hair
: Bob Recine for TIGI
Inspiration: Kate Moss leaving a nightclub at 3am. Sexy, disheveled and undone, this is a rock and roll girl after a night of dancing. This unstructured look is slightly teased at the top and has loads of volume.

Get the Look:

· TIGI Catwalk Root Boost

· CATWALK by TIGI Strong Hold Hairspray



Urban Decay’s Alice in Wonderland Palette at Sephora NOW!

January 30th, 2010 by Laney Knapp

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When Disney called to ask if Urban Decay would design a a product for the launch of Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland, they were like, “Um…yes!” The result is this truly amazing (and seriously collectible) Book of Shadows. Tucked inside a hidden drawer are 16 best-selling eye shadows, given topsy-turvy names like White Rabbit, Jabberwocky, and Oraculum. Alongside them lie travel sizes of Eyeshadow Primer Potion and two 24/7 Eye Pencils. From smoky neutral eyes to flashes of hallucinogenic green and purple, the looks you can create are as endless as the rabbit hole itself.

The top opens to reveal a pop-up scene of Alice in the mushroom forest. Her “drink me” bottle discarded, she staggers past towering mushrooms, only to cross paths with a very peculiar, hookah-smoking caterpillar. A large mirror rests behind the scene, making you feel as if you are transported into the film itself. Anyone who loves Urban Decay, Tim Burton, Disney, or Alice in Wonderland absolutely MUST have this palette. Even the Mad Hatter would say this Book of Shadows delivers it all.

Visit Sephora for a full listing of shades and to snatch up your own Book of Shadows. They’re selling out FAST so make sure to order quick… or off with your head!

Purchase Urban Decay Alice In Wonderland Palette on Sephora.com



Slimpressions: Shapewear for All Occasions!

December 21st, 2009 by Laney Knapp

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My wardrobe is full of pieces that almost look great – just a little too tight here, not so flattering there… While losing a few would be ideal, what am I to do in the meantime? I don’t have time to slim down before holiday parties, but that doesn’t mean I don’t want to look fab! Thankfully, there is a miracle cure available – not a pill that will shed all the extra weight overnight, but one that will help me look better instantly!

Of course, I’m referring to Slimpressions! Slimpressions carries ten pieces of top quality shapewear, formulated to address all your “reconfiguring” needs. There are six tops and four bottoms, each designed to smooth certain areas like your stomach, butt, thighs, or upper arms. Each piece is a comfortable spandex nylon blend, and machine washable, which is a huge relief. I just don’t have time to hand wash my delicates, and I’m certainly not going to pay to dry clean them!

I was sent several pieces from the Slimpressions line; my breakdown of each fab piece is below.

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The Haves – $72

~Gentle compression smoothes and shapes dreaded “arm flab.”
~Soft cups for natural chest coverage.
~Ribbed midriff for flab-u-less all around support.
~Long torso for tucking and layering.
~Tagless comfort.
~Seamless torso that cuves where you need it to.
~Mesh armpits for added breathability.

I love the soft, breathable material. Adding a more “breathable” armpit is genius, as shape wear can get really hot and cause overheating, which kills the sexy factor your shape wear has created in the first place! The long torso is also an amazing idea, as I often find that tops like this aren’t the right length and cause problems with a variation of outfits. And I’m excited about the inclusion of arm slimming!

If you’re wearing a sleeveless top but want all the other perks, check out the Tanks A Lot – $62.

2

The Have Nots – $72

This piece is identical to the one above, except that it obviously scoops down below your cleavage. Another innovation that I LOVE – I really like being able to wear my own bra, regardless of what other undergarments I have on. Much of the shape wear I’ve tried in the past has flattened my boobs, which is a huge bummer. This piece totally solves that issue!

The same scoop neck style is available without sleeves as well – it’s the Tanks A Little for $62.

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If you’re rockin’ a sleeveless piece, check out The Skinny Minis – $58. It has the same tucking and contouring perks as the rest of the collection, but features super comfy spaghetti straps. I love this piece as a regular black cami under a sweet sweater; since the top doesn’t look any different than ordinary tops, no one knows about your secret slimming!

4

Comfort Bralette – $36

~No wires, hooks, seams, or padding.
~Lifts and separates, and oh, so comfortable!
~Great for all figures.
~Made of 5% Spandex, 95% Nylon.
~Plenty of smoothing comfort but light weight to wear comfortably under clothes.
~Easy care… machine wash cold with like colors in gentle cycle, tumble dry on low heat.

No wires or hooks – what a dream come true! I love bras like the Comfy Bralette for casual days, or ones where I’m hanging around the house. I don’t like being completely bra-less, so this is a perfect solution that provides support AND comfort. Every girl’s dream, right?

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Moderate Control Brief for Shaping Tummy, Hips, and Rear – $33

Seamless Full Cut Panty with Light Compression – $24

These are two of the lower coverage bottoms from the Slimpressions line. Both are smoothing and comfortable with enough control to make pants and long tops more flattering. Whether you’re looking for light or moderate coverage, these pieces are perfect. And they feature non-binding, non-rolling waistbands.

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Seamless Long Leg Shaper – $45

Hi-Waist Control Panty for Extra Tummy and Waist Shaping – $39

These are the second two bottoms from the Slimpressions collection; as you can see, one goes down on the leg while the other goes higher up on the torso. If you want a lot of coverage and control, pair these with your choice of Slimpressions tops!

I’ve really enjoyed incorporating Slimpressions into my wardrobe. My clothes look better and I feel more confident. The Full Cut Panties are my favorite, as they’re so comfortable that I don’t feel like I’m wearing shape wear, but notice a difference in how my clothes fit. The material is breathable and the pieces are well proportioned, so I don’t suffer from rolling, shifting, or tight straps. I know that I’ll look fab in all my party gear, and so will you! Slimpressions stock sizes Small – 4x, so most everyone is covered. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to Reconfigure Your Figure!

To stay updated on Slimpressions news and discounts, you can follow them on Twitter or fan them on Facebook.


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LAST DAY to Enter Fashionable Gals for A Cure Fundraiser and Giveaway!

October 31st, 2009 by Laney Knapp

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Today is the last to enter for a chance to win 1 of 20 prize packs in our Fashionable Gals for A Cure Fundraiser and Giveaway.

For every $1 you donate to Breast Cancer Research through our fundraiser, you get a chance to win 1 of 20 fabulous prize packs – each one worth $100 or more!

  • Anyone who donates $10 or more will be entered to win a pink Clarisonic!
  • The person with the most referrals will receive a $100 Eden Fantasy’s Gift Card!
  • The biggest donor will receive a $100 SuperShoes.com Gift Card! Right now, there’s a four way tie between our $50 donors, so I’ll pick picking one of them… If you’re one of those donors, you might want to come back and add another $1 to the pot and seal your win!

Here are the prize packs with the lowest entries (AKA HIGHEST chance of winning!): #1, #6, #11, #13, #16, #20. These prizes contain accessories, jewelry, beauty products, gift cards- oh my!

Right now, about $405 has been raised- let’s make it $500!!! We CAN do it!!!

Thank you so much to everyone who’s donated & helped spread the word… I can’t wait to draw winners this weekend!

xoxo,
The Fashionable Gal

PS- If you donate through PayPal, PLEASE try to use a source other than a credit card, especially if it’s a single entry- PayPal takes $0.33 out of every $1 donation!!!



NEW from DuWop: Twilight Lip Venom

September 2nd, 2009 by Laney Knapp

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TwilightVenom“With a customizable ruby stain that captures the blood red lips sported by fashionable vampires, Twilight Venom can let you play the part!”

Okay, so I totally haven’t hopped on the Twilight train… I haven’t read the books OR seen the movie. However, DuWop Twilight Lip Venom is something we can all be a fan of! Here’s some info about the product:

“Twilight Venom can be applied repeatedly until desired intensity of color has been reached and lips are plumped and revitalized. Its formula argan, avocado, and olive oils, as well as Vitamin E.”

You can purchase DuWop Twilight Venom from Sephora or Nordstrom.com for $16.00!



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