Night at the W at Walgreens

Ladies, mark your calendar to enjoy the upcoming Night at the W on Thursday, July 25, 2013. Over 5,000 Walgreens stores throughout the nation will be hosting this special shopping event within its Beauty Department. 

Colour Riche Caresse Wet Shine Lip Stain. Credit: Walgreens/L'Oreal

Night at the W provides a way for consumers to chat with Walgreens-trained Beauty Advisors about hair care, cosmetics, and nail products. They can help you find the right products to enhance your daily beauty regimen. You'll also get a chance to land great deals on L’Oréal hair, cosmetic and nail products as well as nabbing free samples (while supplies last)!

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Eminence VitaSkin Booster-Serums

Eminence launched four new extra-strength VitaSkin Booster-Serums to accelerate treatment results. You can mix and match them according to your specific needs or spot treat a trouble area with a couple of drops. I like to use 3-4 drops for the entire face as part of a daily skincare routine. The flexibility makes it quite easy to maintain on a long-term basis.

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Ciao Positano

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about Casaebottega, a new cafe and home decor boutique in Positano, Italy. Today I'm sharing my other favorite places to eat and shop.

A room with a gorgeous view. (Credit Tami Yu/feteafete.com)

Food: Away from the main hub, right on Fornillo beach, Hotel Pupetto has a large outdoor ristorante that serves an awesome Mediterranean pizza. If you love seafood, get the scialatielli pasta dish, along with the salt and pepper shrimp. The lemon risotto was also a favorite. Try the airy lemon baba cake for dessert — it was unexpectedly marvelous. The servers were kind and the prices were lower than what you'd find on the main beach area. The beach view was super calm and serene. I imagine it's a zoo if you go at the height of summer.

To get away from the crowds, go to Fanny and Tanina's intimate Casaebottega for lunch or breakfast. For dinner, head on over to Next2 for lighter Italian fare (run by Carmela, Tanina's daughter). Reserve a table with Marco, our favorite server. He'll guide you through his menu favorites and will accommodate any needs. We liked them so much that we went back two nights in a row.

Amalfi lemon trees at Pupetto. (Credit Tami Yu/feteafete.com)

Walking tour: If you're staying there for more than two days, consider a 3-hour walking tour with Christine Ornelas of Discover Positano. An Australian living in Positano, she has lots of great insider stories of the town's history. If you're into Italian wine, her knowledgeable husband Vincenzo offers a separate wine tasting.

Shopping: There are lots of cute homeware at Casaebottega. If you want quality linen clothing, check out Pepito's, run by the Esposito family since the 1960s. Everything is designed and made in Positano. If you take Christine's walking tour, you'll get a discount with them. 

Dior 2013 Bird of Paradise 5 Couleurs Palettes

As part of the Dior 2013 Bird of Paradise collection, two 5 Couleurs Eyeshadow Palettes were released for the summer season. If you like things more subdued, Peacock 434 is the user-friendly one to get. There's something for everyone (gold beige, light chartreuse, etc.), yet my favorite was the gray-blue shade. It's not too dark and it's absolutely lovely for brown eyes. Overall, a solid range of colors but use your best makeup primer as these colors tend to fade. 

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Theory Lanai Portola Blazer

I'm in love with the Theory Lanai Portola Blazer. Feminine yet structured, the geometric pattern is not overwhelming and you can wear it often without getting tired of it. The fitted waistline is super flattering and it'll become a staple season after season. This is something I've been coveting for weeks, but I wouldn't be surprised if this style sells out well before a huge sale.

$395, at www.saksfifthavenue.com. 

Casaebottega in Positano

Last month, when I visited the world famous Amalfi Coast, we stayed in Positano for a few nights. After two days of eating pizza, pasta and lots of cheese, we were only too happy to stumble across the darling Casaebottega, a charming little cafe and home decor boutique on the busy Via Pasitea. You can get organic fruit smoothies, a platter of freshly baked desserts or a healthy salad to-go. Open for only a few months, it's quickly becoming the place for tourists. 

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Using mostly local and organic produce, each menu item is made to order. They don't have much storage or refrigeration so they work with what they can procure each day. I'm also impressed that they have updated traditional Italian dessert recipes to make it lighter and less sweet. 

After you nosh on your delicious snack or meal, you can browse their selection of homeware. Many of the ceramic dishes are produced locally. I was so tempted to get some serving plates, like this one below. 

Mini cannellonis with fresh ricotta and pistachio.

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Dior Vernis for Summer Mix 2013

For nail polish addicts, three vibrant shades are created for the Dior Summer Mix Pop Art 2013 collection. If you're already a fan of their Dior Vernis nail lacquer formulas, then you'll know what to expect. 

Whether you have perfect bronzed skin or porcelain complexion, all three flattering shades will announce the arrival of summertime with unabashed glee. Creoles 678, a hot vibrant fuchsia, is my favorite of the three.

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Springtime Memories of Paris

I've been so very fortunate to visit Paris on several occasions, but it's the little things that make me cherish this gorgeous city more and more each time. 

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Tiny, delicate, bell-shaped muguet de bois blossoms are one of the things I adore during May. Thin and graceful, its sweet fragrance is intoxicating. Buying a small bouquet on a residential street corner and giving them to a dear friend is something I look forward to doing each time I visit France. If I have more time, I'd also make a trip to Laduree for their limited edition muguet macarons. 

Everyone knows the elegant Place des Vosges, but it's the quieter side streets nearby that make me happy. 

And away we go! Allons-y!

On the way to meet a friend at Pont Marie for dinner, I saw this simple yet lovely message. 

If you've been to Paris, what are your favorite memories? Is it braving the crowds at the Louvre, sitting at a quaint cafe, or getting lost in the tiny side streets of a quieter arrondissement? 

All images copyright 2013 Tami Yu & feteafete.com.

Dior's Diorblush Cheek Creme

As part of their Summer Mix 2013 makeup collection, Dior released four awesome shades of the new Diorblush Cheek Creme. If you're a blush lover, this is definitely something to try at the counter. You get a glowy pop of color yet it still looks natural on your cheeks. It's like being airbrushed in a good way. 

I tried Capri 851, a bright and satiny bubblegum pink, and Pareo 971, a neon fuchsia. The formula is less cream and more like a cream-to-powder texture, which blended easily into the skin. I initially thought Capri was way too light for my summer complexion (using two layers), but it soon adjusted to my skin tone and wore beautifully. I'd totally use this for daily wear as it brightened up my face instantly.

Diorblush Cheek Creme in Capri 851.

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Father's Day Gift Picks

Father's Day is just nine days away, but there's still time to grab the right gift to pamper your special Dad. Here are our picks to make him smile with appreciation:

Recchiuti Confections makes the most amazing treats to tempt one's taste buds, and the seasonal Peanut Honey Batons are just as luscious. Crunchy peanuts are covered with house made clover honey fleur de sel caramel, then enrobed in Michael's signature semisweet 64% chocolate blend. $14; www.recchiuti.com. 

Credit: Tom Seawell Photography

Dolce & Gabbana's latest men's fragrance, the re-launch of the classic Pour Homme, combines uplifting citrus notes with a lightly spiced, woody base. Crisp and refreshing, it exudes a sexy masculinity that Dad will approve. Notes include neroli, Sicilian mandarin, frozen grapefruit peel, bergamot, sage, pepper, cedar wood, and Tonka bean. 

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