July 12, 2011 Designed for ladies with four eyes, the Bobbi Brown Tortoise Shell Collection is a classic way to enhance your peepers while complimenting your eyeglasses. The limited edition star product, Tortoise Shell Eye Palette, comes in two palettes for lighter (Sand) and medium-to-dark skin tones (Bronze).
July 11, 2011 When I was in Paris earlier this spring I was determined to incorporate more scarves into my everyday wardrobe. For that reason, I fell in love with this merino wool Seabird Scarf ($50) from EMU Austrailia, the fashion label known for their sheepskin boots.
July 8, 2011 As usual, Dolce & Gabbana has a stellar summer 2011 makeup lineup. Their dreamy Italian Summertime collection is about shimmery nude lips, softly smoky eyes and bright cheeks. The ad campaign below with Scarlett Johansson looks so beautiful.
July 7, 2011 Last weekend I was invited to check out the new Drybar, which just opened last month in Pacific Heights. I think almost every gal in town was excited to see the SoCal-based salon open up a much-needed San Francisco branch. It's the best spot in town where you can get a professional blowout and a glass of bubbly for $35.
Beauty, Lifestyle, San Francisco July 5, 2011 The colors from the YSL summer 2011 makeup collection are super bold. Electric yellow and royal blue rule the eyes, as shown in the limited edition Ombres Duolumieres N°37 eyeshadow duo.
July 1, 2011 If you're planning a BBQ this weekend and need drink ideas, I've got a couple of delicious Zacapa Rum cocktail recipes below for inspiration. If you don't have Zacapa handy, use a high quality rum to substitute. Have a safe and happy 4th!
June 30, 2011 I have to admit, I've never tried on any shoes from Clarks. I looked at their latest collection and found a couple of new styles that are pretty cute. I also tried out the Fiddle Bow slingback in bronze leather and instantly fell in love.
June 30, 2011 Based in Marin, Garden Creamery has launched two new sorbet flavors for the summer - Thai Iced Tea and French Press Coffee. I can't think of a better way to celebrate the July 4th holiday than with these sorbets.
June 29, 2011 I totally adore false lashes. I love them so much that I have an entire box devoted to my collection. When I first learned about Faux, the new false lash company from San Francisco, my heart did a few cartwheels.
Beauty, San Francisco, Shopping June 28, 2011 A couple of weeks ago I got to try a custom clinical facial from Aria Skin and Body Studio. Conveniently located on Market Street (at Third Street), the cozy studio is also located near Union Square.
Owner Thy Pham Desogos uses only Rhonda Allison products and you'll see great results. I had a lot of sun damage from my recent European trip and needed help combating hyperpigmentation. After a careful analysis, Thy went right to work on my abused skin.
Beauty, San Francisco, Skincare