tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:58:42 +0000Beauty BagThe place on the web for beauty, health, fitness, dieting, makeup, lifestyle, pop culture, celebrities, and life.http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/noreply@blogger.com (eCreativa Media)Blogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-7156438191138204690Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:51:00 +00002009-11-18T15:58:42.709-05:00make upmakeupholidaysmakeup linesSmashbox for ChristmasSmashbox’s holiday collection has been available for some time in the shops and they have very good kits for gifts.I like the look they have created. It is a lot of makeup, but this is for the model only. It is an easy to wear look: a wash of shimmery purple on eyes, softly flushed cheeks and glossy pink party-ready lips. The following picture shows an smoky eye. -http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/11/smashbox-for-christmas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-6030715919574220249Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:47:00 +00002009-11-10T10:48:05.108-05:00designersdecorationsjewelrygiftsfashionaccesoriesOwls in fashionOwls are in everything these days. The interesting bird has left the obscurity of the night to come to light in jewelry designs, accessories, ornaments and even wrapping paper.I remember Kelly Bensimon the former model-turned-editor-turned reality star in The Real Housewife of New York presenting her owl inspired jewelry line. Later on I saw “very similar” designs in Forever 21. Owls are now inhttp://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/11/owls-in-fashion.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-3106508568705732263Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:54:00 +00002009-10-26T14:55:39.995-04:00celebritiesfashionfashion linesHeidi Klum will be a designerThe gorgeous supermodel, TV star, and entrepreneur Heidi Klum will be a designer. She has teamed up with a company to create a lifestyle collection for the coming seasons.Accordingly to WWD, “The yet-to-be-named line is set to launch for fall 2010 with a selection of footwear.” Later on the line will extend to include active wear, dresses and swimwear. Heidi also wants to include maternity http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/10/heidi-klum-will-be-designer.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-4075221616176515006Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:56:00 +00002009-10-26T11:59:53.889-04:00designerscelebritiesfashionMary-Kate and Ashley Olsen in JC PenneyThe Olsen sisters’ empire keeps growing. The sisters will have a new line for juniors in J.C. Penney Co. Inc. called Olsenboye. JC Penney has an aggressive and interesting marketing campaign to launch the brand.The marketing kicks off today with an Olsenboye truck cruising around New York selling merchandise and giving out cupcakes, balloons and pins, and empty racks in 50 high-profile stores http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/10/mary-kate-and-ashley-olsen-in-jc-penney.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-2349354402825017732Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:01:00 +00002009-10-22T14:04:24.542-04:00designersshoesJane Aldridge of Sea of shoes in Urban OutfittersThe talented and gorgeous blogger Jane Aldridge of Seaofshoes designed asmall collection of shoes for Urban Outfitter. The shoes are now availableonline and they are really cool.I love Jane’s blog; it is original and Jane and her mom are very creative andhave beautiful photography on their blogs. I wish Jane lots of luck withher collection.Photos: seaofshoesUrban Outfitters -http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/10/jane-aldridge-of-sea-of-shoes-in-urban.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-74464616978523465Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:31:00 +00002009-10-14T14:32:34.220-04:00designersadscelebritiesmodelsRalph Lauren wants skinnier modelsAccording to Shine (the yahoo site) Ralph Lauren has fired model Filippa Hamilton for being too fat. After the controversial photo where she looks weird with a head bigger than her hips, RL apologized, but after that they fired Filippa.Filippa weights 120 pounds, at 5’10 she is underweight with a BMI of 17. She needs to gain another 9 pounds to have normal weight. I always thought that she http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/10/ralph-lauren-wants-skinnier-models.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-838773450663942839Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:00:00 +00002009-10-12T11:04:53.654-04:00spaspa treatmentsSpa WeekSpa week is here again (October 12-18) in many cities including: Denver, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Boston, Detroit, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Nashville, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Virginia Beach and Toronto, Canada.I love Spa week, because I can go to spas that usually I find too expensive. It is a great opportunity http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/10/spa-week.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-777585299492459584Thu, 08 Oct 2009 17:38:00 +00002009-10-08T13:47:50.530-04:00make uptravelshoppingfashionperfumesDior Insider AuctionsI finally signed up for the Dior insider auctions. I think this is a very cool idea, basically you are registered at Dior and then you can participate in auctions for special packages such as:Cherie Diva.2 round trip business class tickets to Paris2 night of at a very expensive hotelLunch at Laduree (my favorite patisserie in Paris)An afternoon tour of Paris and a visit to the Dior officesDinnerhttp://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/10/dior-insider-auctions.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-1663521501470669018Wed, 07 Oct 2009 21:51:00 +00002009-10-07T17:56:27.588-04:00make upmakeuptemtpuproduct reviewsProduct review: Temptu airbrush makeupDuring the weekend I tried the new airbrush makeup system by Temptu. According to the press release back in August this company has been embellishing the faces of famous people and models for years for photo shoots, filming and live appearances.I lined up at Sephora to get my experience with airbrush makeup. Before I tried it, I observed other people. One lady had a lot of melasma or sun damagehttp://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/10/product-review-temptu-airbrush-makeup.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-4935233257490511490Wed, 23 Sep 2009 15:43:00 +00002009-09-23T11:46:28.764-04:00make upmakeupfashionmakeup linesCzarinna makeup collectionThe new collection of the Swedish makeup brand Make Up Store is called Czarinna (Czarina) as the title of the former Russian queens.It is a more traditional collection than some of the collections in this line of makeup that is characterized by its cutting edge designs a little provocative at times.The new collection has very wearable colors with deep smoky eyes perfect for autumn and winter. We http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/czarinna-makeup-collection.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-4391521558813952195Tue, 22 Sep 2009 20:29:00 +00002009-09-22T16:36:52.389-04:00magazinesMagazine subscriptions at lower pricesRecently I found out that almost every week Amazon.com has specials for one magazine at $5.00 for a yearly subscription. Today I got an email that Instyle was on sale this week for 5 bucks. This is a low price for this publication that almost never goes on sale.I love magazines and I used to get my subscriptions on Ebay, but now they do not sell them anymore. So if any of my readers love http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/magazine-subscriptions-at-lower-prices.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-3064508378107121254Fri, 18 Sep 2009 15:03:00 +00002009-09-18T11:04:40.874-04:00designersMarchesacelebritiesfashionMarchesa’s Georgina ChapmanSince Jennifer Lopez started to wear Marchesa I fell in love with the line. Marchesa, as you may know was co-founded by Georgina Chapman and her friend Keren Craig back in 2004. In such a short time the line has become a symbol of elegance and grandeur.While I love Marchesa’s designs it is difficult for me to imagine where a normal person can wear them. The dresses are ideal for the red carpet http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/marchesas-georgina-chapman.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-7220481951615065264Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:07:00 +00002009-09-15T16:12:54.552-04:00fashionnew york fashion weekFashion week NYThe photos show some of the looks from the collections ( the last few days) for the next season, Spring 2010.Jason WuOne of Michelle Obama’s favorite designers. Jason had a lot of black in the collection, but it was fresh, light and elegant.Vivienne TamVivienne and Diane von Furstenberg got the 70s bohemian vibe. Vivienne's collection had a lot of floral and butterfly prints. It had some prettyhttp://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/fashion-week-ny.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-3507809426421745751Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:48:00 +00002009-09-11T10:49:33.809-04:00fashionnew york fashion weekGwen Stefani’s L.A.M.B. Spring 2010Gwen Stefani presented her new collection in New York Fashion Week yesterday. “It started with an African Eighties feel,” “In the past, the clothes were a little more theatrical,” “but this collection is all about being real.” said Stefani according to WWD. The collection definitely shows the 80s vibe. It has a lot of casual clothes for a younger audience. I am not sure I like it, but I love http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/gwen-stefanis-lamb-spring-2010.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-3353891732555268537Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:25:00 +00002009-09-11T10:27:51.575-04:00designersfashionnew york fashion weekMonique Lhuillier Spring 2010Monique Lhuillier has fierce eyes and light lips for the new collection for Spring 2010. The makeup is interesting and highlights the colors and shapes for spring 2010. The pictures show two of my favorite looks from that fashion show.Photos WWD-http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/monique-lhuillier-spring-2010.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-8137739480323195282Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:25:00 +00002009-09-10T17:27:29.878-04:00fashionnew york fashion weekbcbg max azriaBCBG Spring 2010BCBG presented today in New York Fashion Week. This collection has a lot of geometry. It has chiffon with colorful designs and solid bright colors.I find the geometric designs interesting and fresh in BCBG. You can see more pictures in WWDPhotos WWDhttp://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/bcbg-spring-2010.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-8529909166791469248Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:32:00 +00002009-09-10T16:33:22.289-04:00moviesshoesbagsfashionsexin the citySex in the City 2The girls are back. I have to confess I was not a great fan of Sex in the City, but I like the clothes. I look forward to see the second movie to admire the shoes and the bags.As you know the TV series created a lot of fashions such as expensive martinis and super expensive shoes. Take a look at the fashion in the new movie.-http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/sex-in-city-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-7494015648907140245Tue, 08 Sep 2009 21:08:00 +00002009-09-08T17:10:05.279-04:00topsfashionWhite after Labor Day is OKAccording some current fashion experts the old rule of no white after labor day does not apply any more. It is OK to wear off-white or white in heavier materials after Labor Day.The origin of the etiquette rule is unknown, but there are many theories. If white is paired the right way, there is no reason not to wear it any time of the year, besides who cares for fashion rules.A head to toe http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/09/white-after-labor-day-is-ok.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-109757829827049406Thu, 06 Aug 2009 21:23:00 +00002009-08-06T17:27:26.803-04:00make upcelebritiesmakeupcosmetic linesDania Ramirez is the new CoverGirlCoverGirl Cosmetics announced today that Dania Ramirez is now a CoverGirl. Dania participated in X-Men, The Sopranos and Heroes.“Being a CoverGirl is about recognizing internal and external beauty, regardless of age or background. As a role model, I hope to inspire women to be confident enough to achieve everything they want to achieve,” says Dania Ramirez.“I am truly honored and thrilled to http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/08/dania-ramirez-is-new-covergirl.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-5933588152576914434Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:50:00 +00002009-08-05T11:58:39.624-04:00Thai massagemassagespa treatmentsThai massage experienceI have had a lot of massages and spas treatments in my life, but it was not until a couple of weeks ago that I experienced the Thai massage.I went to a spa in Los Angeles recommended in a program on the Fine Living Network.It was awesome. The spa is called Pho Siam Thai Spa (1525 Pizarro Street). It is not a luxurious place, but is a nice, clean place with low prices. This is not the place http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/08/thai-massage-experience.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-4001411326830737472Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:45:00 +00002009-07-28T10:46:49.164-04:00make upmakeupcosmetic linesSue Uemura Tokyo Kamon GirlsSue Uemura has launched a limited edition of its cult following cleansing oils. The popular oils are now available in colorful kawaii bottles designed by Moyoco Anno.Moyoco Anno according to Wikipedia is a “famous Japanese manga artist and a fashion writer, with numerous books published in both categories. Her manga and books have attained considerable popularity among young women in Japan.”The http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/07/sue-uemura-tokyo-kamon-girls.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-1571198847245526978Mon, 27 Jul 2009 13:32:00 +00002009-07-27T09:33:53.603-04:00fragranceJennifer LopezperfumesJennifer Lopez new GlowJennifer Lopez has added a new perfume to her fragrance line. The floral new fragrance is called My Glow. Jennifer’s previous fragrances are: Miami Glow, Love at First Glow, Glow After Dark, Glow Shimmer and Sunkissed Glow. The original Glow fragrance has been the most successful and it is one of my favorites. Jennifer said that the new perfume is inspired on her new role as a mother. The http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/07/jennifer-lopez-new-glow.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-7551111011552011326Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:31:00 +00002009-07-03T13:33:59.950-04:00celebrations. partiesrecipesChambord and champagne cocktailHappy 4 of July. The pictures have some decorations from Country Living Magazine and a gorgeous pie from Living magazine.This is a delicious and easy recipeThis is the simplest and a very delicious cocktail. I like to serve it in margarita glasses with a ring of granulated sugar.Ingredients4 ounces champagne½ ounce of Chambord liquor or other raspberry liquorMix and serve.Happy 4 of Julyhttp://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/07/chambord-and-champagne-cocktail.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-2318976313019201144Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:59:00 +00002009-07-03T09:01:23.562-04:00adscelebritiesfashionDavid and Victoria BeckhamThe Beckham’s new Emporio Armani underwear advertising is out and ready to start appearing in magazines and billboards. The pictures are hot, maybe too hot. They are a great looking couple with hot bodies and the photography is beautiful. -http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/07/david-and-victoria-beckham.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-525170975729176117.post-3886060026553688675Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:39:00 +00002009-06-30T13:47:32.743-04:00celebritiesfekkai hair glazehair carehair styleshaircutsLong hair at any age?I am tired to read and hear that after 40+ women should not:1- wear mini skirts (please someone go and tell Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani,Halle Berry and all the rest).2- Do not let your hair grow long. Oh really. I love how it looks on Demi Moore, Salma Hayek and so many more.There are a lot of myths about age. At what age we are old is a matter of perception. Middle age or being called http://www.lindisima.com/beautybag/2009/06/long-hair-at-any-age.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Blog Writer)0