Event Alert: Glam Network Awards

Hey all the time of year has come where all us lovely writers who are a part of Glam Publishing Network, take off the OPI nail polish, the J Brand skinny jean, the soft cotton V neck Tee, and toss our Jimmy Choo’s and actually compete!
Voting is now open for the 2009 Glam Network Awards, I’m competing in the shopping blog category, and voting is open now until April 13th, so if you like this blog please vote for me!

Event Alert: InStyle & Mango VIP Shopping

"Cruz" on into the San Francisco Center MANGO store ( 865 Market Street) on March 7th between 12pm-7pm to get 30% off the Spring collection. Happy Shopping!

Event Alert: Ron Donovon Trunk Show

Just in case you can't see the small print Ron Donovan will be presenting his Spring/Summer 09 Trunkshow Tuesday, March 3rd at The Gallery at The Shoreham Hotel. And yes, we CA ladies have to miss out on this one :(

RSVP @ 212-465-7402 or info@rondovanfootwear.com

Event Alert: LATISSE™ in SF

I know many of you guys are going to think I’m bragging, but I have long eyelashes my only problem with them is that they refuse to curl! Well, for all you ladies who aren’t as well endowed in the lash department the FDA has approved a new product, LATISSE™. LATISSE™ (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution0.03%) is specifically formulated for "inadequate" or "insufficient" eyelashes and is said to grow them longer, fuller and darker. Its said to be easy to use just once a day you apply it topically to the base of your upper eyelashes. Well lucky for some of you Bay Area ladies, LATTISE is here well it’s in the office of Dr. William Kwan ( cosmetic dermatologist) who Thursday will be having a special in office event in honor of lush long lashes.

The event will be held this Thursday (2/5) from 3-6 p.m. at Dr. Kwan’s spa-like offices directly on Union Square at 360 Post Street, Suite 1005. At the open house Dr. Kwan will offer a 20% discount on Latisse and several other products.

If you would like to attend RSVP by calling 415-217-3880

Event Alert: 80%20 Shoe give away

I got the message posted below direct from the 80%20 newsletter ( you should sign up), I suggest you make your move quick because I’m getting my free shoes are you?

“WE'RE GIVING AWAY FREE SHOES! If you live in the U.S. or Canada, email us your shoe size (U.S. women's whole & half sizes 6-10) by January 31st and we'll send you a free pair from our Fall 2008 collection. First come, first serve, so email info@8020nyc.com now.”

P.S. I have no idea what shoes they are sending, but beggers can't be choosers right?

Event Alert: NoCal Pinkberry Grand Opening

So this has almost nothing to do with fashion/beauty, but hey Pinkberry is low in calories therefore making it a perfect treat for those of use who still want to fit into those skinny jeansJ. Finally Pinkberry is opening a store in Northern California, Santana Row to be exact and this Saturday is the grand opening!

368 Santana Row #102

San Jose, CA 95128

408 557 8135

Sun - Thurs 11 AM - 10 PM

Fri - Sat 11 AM - 11 PM

Event Alert: Kiehl's Store Opening (Corte Madera)

Kiehl's is opening it's 32nd store right here in the Bay Area, Corte Madera to be exact (The Village at Corte Madera, 1618 Redwood Highway Corte Madera, CA 415.945.9954 ). The Kiehl’s store will follow their new environmental friendly design using energy efficient lighting, minimal water and reclaimed wood floors.

In celebration of the new store there will be a lot of exciting things going on for the Month of December:

The First week 12/5 – 12/12 there will be giveaways for the first 25 customers.
Friday 12/5- First 25 Customers will receive 2.5oz Hand Salve
Saturday 12/6 - First 25 Customers will receive Pear Lip Balm
Sunday 12/7 - First 25 Customers will receive Your choice Lip Glosses
Monday 12/8 - First 25 Customers will receive 2.5oz Hand Salve
Tuesday 12/9 - First 25 Customers will receive 2.5oz Ultra Facial Moisturizer
Wednesday 12/10 - First 25 Customers will receive Pear Lip Balm
Thursday 12/11 - First 25 Customers will receive 4.2oz Crème De Corps
Friday 12/12 - First 25 Customers will receive Your choice Lip glosses

P.S. Also, every Saturday for the month of the December Kiehl’s at Corte Madera will be having a bagel breakfast for customers!!

photo cred: Kiehl's (and that is actually a picture of the inside of the store)

Event Alert: Men's Winter Style Event

GQ MAGAZINE PUBLISHER PETER KING HUSINGER AND YOUTUBE FOUNDER CHAD HURLEY TO HOST WINTER STYLE EVENT AT SAKS SAN FRANCISCO!

WHO:Saks Fifth Avenue and GQ Magazine with host YouTube founder Chad Hurley.

WHAT:Shop the best of winter men’s fashion selected by GQ Magazine in Saks Fifth Avenue while enjoying a 15% off your purchases. Let style correspondent, Brett Fahlgren, style your winter wardrobe with a personal shopping appointment. For every appointment made with Saks Men between Thursday, November 20 and Sunday, November 23 and Saks will donate $50 to the Electronic Frontier Foundation in your name. Spend $500 and receive a luxe GQ gift bag of Chad and Bret’s favorite items.

WHEN:Thursday, November 20th 6 to 8 pm

WHERE:Saks Fifth Avenue San Francisco Men’s Store 220 Post Street (4th Floor)

RSVP: Please RSVP to rsvp1@gq.com

Event Alert: Kiehl's Day

Kiehl’s Day, Nov. 12, commemorates the day in 2003, when Kiehl’s re-planted a pear tree at the corner of 13th St. and Third Ave. Officially declared Kiehl’s Day by New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Kiehl’s Day has become an annual Kiehl’s holiday, in which we honor our history, our heritage and our customers.

WHAT: Kiehl’s Day Celebration! ·

“Pear Tree Corner” new product election all week·

Grand prize drawing for “Pear Tree Corner” gift basket all week·

FREE daily product giveaways for the first 25 customers, Nov. 10-Nov. 14·

FREE Pear Lip Balms for the first 25 customers on Kiehl’s Day, Nov. 12·

FREE Pear Tree Corner candle with each purchase of $60 or more all week·

FREE Kiehl’s Baby Lip Balm for children all week·

Children’s art activities throughout the week·

Saturday Bagel Brunch, Nov. 15

WHEN: Monday, Nov. 10, 2008 through Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008

WHERE:

Kiehl’s Since 1851, 2360 Fillmore Street, San Francisco 415.359.9260

Kiehl’s Since 1851, San Francisco Center, San Francisco, 415.644.0112

Kiehl’s Since 1851, 1848 8th Street, Berkeley, 510.548.0130

HOW: Visit your local Kiehl’s store and experience our efficacious skin, body and hair care.

photo cred: Kiehl's Since 1851

Event Alert: Bryant Park West

Who says that the East Coast can have all the fashion buzz? Well the Bryant Park West event is bringing in fashion to Sonoma, and will with a buzz (hello wine). The Bryant Part West Event will be held on November 22nd at Sonoma Valley's elegant Jacuzzi Winery which will featured an exclusive collection and appearance by Project Runway’s own Rami Kashou. There will also be styles from the Bay Area’s own Maneater Threads boutique. 250 for V.I.P, which includes first-class seats on the runway and a 7 p.m. pre-show cocktail party; $125 seated admission; and $75 general admission the proceeds of the show, go to Operations Youth. Admission includes complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres. If you want more information on how to purchase tickets please contact Sarah Haggberg (shaggberg@mac.com or call 415.359.5455).

Event Alert: Vina Moda ( Wine Meets Fashion)

Wine, clothes, and a good cause what can be better than that, nothing I’m sure. Vina Moda “where wine meets fashion” is giving an event Nov 8th-9th 11am-6pm to benefit the San Francisco Food Bank, Marin Abused Women's Shelter, To Celebrate Life Breast Cancer Foundation, and Rotary. Not only are great causes being supported, but you’ll get your fill of great food and wines as well as see latest fashions on the runway, and bid on fabulous items in the silent auction.


P.S. You can shop some great boutiques as well!

Event Alert: Gilt Groupe Sale

What: Gilt Groupe is re-opening its “doors” to some stylish labels seen on the site this past season. Members will have another opportunity to purchase from sales they may have missed! Merchandise will be up to 90% off retail!!!Where: The sale will take place online at Gilt.com next week combining select looks from a large number of leading designers.

When: Thursday 30th October! As usual, the sale will commence at 12pm (EST) and 9am (PST)

Who: Below are a few names you can expect to see, though in true Gilt Groupe fashion you are bound to find a few surprises…Alejandro Ingelmo, Miss Trish of Capri, Selima Optique, Alvin Valley, Behnaz Sarafpour, Chip & Pepper, Dessous, Leigh Bantivoglio, Luca Luca ,Mint by Jodi Arnold, Rachel Roy ,Randi Rahm , Sari Gueron , Suzie Kondi, Walter , Tibi

Remember Gilt Groupe is invite only, lucky for my readers Gilt Groupe has created a invitation just for you just visit www.gilt.com/bayareastylefile .

Event Alert: Shu Uemura Master Class by Gina Brooke

Shu Uemura’s Artistic Director Gina Brooke is bringing her make up magic to the Bay Area. Miss Brooke will be holding an Master Class at the Shu Uemura Boutique in San Francisco. Oh and did I forget to mention that Gina Brooke is Madonna’s makeup artist and she created the look for Madges Sticky & Sweet Tour. So with that little tib bit of information I suggested that you sign up for the Master Class ($250 pre-pay redeemable in product). The class will focus on the eyes, which on Madonna’s tour looks known “Eye Candy” as well as feature consultations, makeup tips and techniques.


To book your space at the event call. T: (415) 395-0953

For those of you who can’t join here are some do it your self tips from Gina Brooke herself:


STEP 1: Prepare the face
As I always say, “beautiful makeup starts with skin”. Begin with prepping the eyes with the DEPSEA MOISTURE REPLENISHING EYE MASK. This will not only calm puffiness but it will give your eyes the ultimate hydration. Then apply PHYTO BLACK LIFT FIRMING ANTI-WRINKLE CREAM on the whole face – it’s an amazing moisturizer and also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Lastly, apply FACE ARCHITECT REMODELING CREAM FOUNDATION beginning at the arch of your brow down to the middle of your eye, directly onto the middle of the cheekbone. Each time the sun reflects off your skin, it will create the illusion of glowing, dewy, healthy, radiant skin!

STEP 2: Prime the eyelids
Using a KOLINSKY BRUSH 11, apply PRESSED EYE SHADOW in M BEIGE 800 above the eyelids. Blend PRESSED EYE SHADOW IN ME BLACK 990 onto eyelids. Then, use COVER CRAYON in 9YR LIGHT in the inner corner and water line of the eyes to make them appear larger. Madonna is quintessentially known for her liquid black eyeliner, so for this look, she wears it very dramatically. I apply LIQUID EYELINER at the top and bottom of the eyes as well as on the lid, drawing small lines, almost like scratches, that create an optical illusion of a blackout when blended into the ME BLACK 990 eye shadow. It’s all about the eyes!
STEP 3: Prep the lashes
Use the EYELASH CURLER before applying ULTIMATE EXPRESSION MASCARA beginning at the base and rolling the brush through the tips of lashes. Now here’s the trick to make eyes pop – interweave two pairs of FALSE EYELASHES S217 to create an atmosphere of black around the eye.

STEP 4: Finish off with the lips
Since the focus is on the eyes, use ROUGE UNLIMITED in BG 949 layered with GLOSS UNLIMITED in BG 930N for a soft, natural look.

All products can be purchased the day of the event (1917 Fillmore St. San Francisco, CA) at or at the Shu Uemura website