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Voyage to NOVICA for Artisan Treasures
Disclosure: NOVICA provided me with a gift certificate to facilitate this post. I spent a little more of my own money since it is for a great cause. This post was not reviewed by a 3rd party. All opinions are mine and may not reflect those of the company. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” All photos are mine and subject to copyright. Welcome to The NOVICA Nation! A Nation of artists throughout the world — a village of carvers in Bali; a family of ceramists in Brazil who have handed…
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Aftershock London Plants Its Flag in Dallas
Yesterday, I went to The Plaza at Preston Center to pick up some last minute camp supplies for my daughter when I stumbled upon a new shop called Aftershock London. The U.K.-based clothing and accessories private label has chosen to open its first U.S. boutique in Dallas, and it’s full of pieces such as summer-appropriate linen tops and colorful maxis. That said, the splashy store is seemingly dripping with sparkly dresses too. Now, you can dress like British royalty, which was deemed excellent by Queen Elizabeth II. Aftershock London transported me to a European boutique with affordable glamourous design trends. The brand’s backstory is absolutely romantic. Husband and wife owners Hiro and Radhika…
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AERIN Beauty Applies Effortless Makeup
If you’re looking for something that’s easy on the eyes—and cheeks and lips—may we suggest AERIN Beauty Summer color collection? Beauty business royalty Aerin Lauder—the granddaughter of Estée Lauder—is launched her own beauty line last year called AERIN. One of the things I absolutely loved and agreed with Aerin when I talked about this line was her beauty philosophy. Aerin believes wearing makeup should be “effortless,” or at least look that way. Whether your day calls for a stroll along the beach or a brisk walk down a city street, the AERIN Beauty Summer Style Palette creates an effortlessly stylish look, in no time at all. Two neutral eyeshadows softly…
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Pretty Muddy Runs into Dallas to #GetActivewithON
Old Navy is bringing Pretty Muddy Mud Run to Dallas on Saturday, June 1, 2013 for this 5K adventurous obstacle course for any woman who wants to get outside, spend time with friends and have dirty fun! Pretty Muddy has identified Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) as our Pretty Preferred Partner for 2013 along with Project Sole as a Pretty Charitable Partner! Lastly, together, with your help and support, Pretty Muddy hopes to raise thousands of dollars for Komen Dallas County. Register here for Dallas’ Pretty Muddy Mud Run at Skyline Ranch (1801 E Wheatland Rd Dallas, TX 75241)! Use the code BLOGON for $10 off the Pretty Muddy registration in Dallas. What you should…
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Nikki Reed Bejewels 7 of All Mankind
Born into a family full of creatives, Nikki Reed is no different, as she’s acted in films like The Twilight Saga, started designing jewelry and sings with her husband, Paul McDonald. Now, she is partnered with 7 For All Mankind to design limited edition jewelry that was inspired by her grandmother’s kitchen tiles. Nikki Reed has create a five-piece capsule collection of her Mattlin Era jewels, inspired by 7 For All Mankind’s spring collection. “When they asked me design a line for them, it was an organic match as I wear denim all the time,” Reed told me. “It has always been hard for me to find a necklace that…
