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Tadashi Shoji Fall/Winter 2018

Tadashi Shoji debuted his Fall 2018 ready-to-wear collection at New York Fashion Week on Thursday, and it was full of classically bold moments. The 37-look collection featured 35 dresses of varying lengths and silhouettes, textures and colors, with the predominant theme being the celebration of all women’s freedom to dress how they please. In Tadashi’s world, there’s something for every woman.…

This year I decided to break out my dutch oven and make a new chili recipe for the Superbowl. I have a great turkey chili standby recipe but wanted to switch things up a bit and I’m sure glad I did. The chipotle chili powder added a bit of heat and the smoked paprika added a touch of deliciousness smokiness. Ingredients 6 slices thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 4 cloves…

No matter what, baking usually occurs in the month of December. I have a love/hate relationship with it. Love the outcome, hate the process. This recipe originally from Smitten Kitchen is the perfect treat to bring to a holiday party. A one bowl masterpiece if you will. 1. 7 ounces (200 grams) bittersweet chocolate (70 or 72%), roughly chopped 2. 7 ounces (200 grams or 14 tablespoons) unsalted…

Fact: everything hairstylist Jen Atkin touches turns to gold—not in the actual sense, but the many styles she creates for stars like Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, and Kim Kardashian have the sort of shine that can be equated to that of a precious metal. The pro’s range of hair products have achieved somewhat of a cult status in the beauty world, reason being that they’re so good, it’s almost as if…

Jenny Packham Fall 2017 RTW

“What does it mean to be British?” That was the thought process behind Jenny Packham’s fall collection, which was inspired by the idiosyncrasies and clichés that define British identity. In a mish-mash of all things British, Packham worked punk tartan plaids in everything from an embellished cocktail dress to an airy ballgown skirt. The homage to royalty consisted of plenty of pearl necklaces…

Erin Featherston Fall 2017 RTW

Erin Fetherston took a trip around the world for fall, a trek through different cultures and inspirations that were then mixed and matched in a chic, feminine collection. Moroccan references echoed in the color palette with warm spice tones, such as saffron, paprika and turmeric, as well in rich prints that were reminiscent of opulent Indian fabric and shoes inspired by North African pointed…

IGK Smoke and Mirrors

I won’t lie. I am a sucker for packaging just as long as the product is legit. IGK Smoke and Mirrors has both; excellent packaging and a wonderful product for curly, damaged or just generally unruly hair. I am ALWAYS, I repeat ALWAYS skeptical of a cleansing oil or a 2-in-1. I’ve heard the Wen horror stories, nothankyou. But Smoke and Mirrors is different. It’s an extremely gentle, effective…

Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt

I’ve been taking my highlights lighter and lighter, and as a side-effect my scalp has become super dry from the bleach. Robin’s salt scrub has been on my to-do list for some time but with the $50+ price tag I wanted to try it before I splurged on it. Into Sephora I went to get myself a few samples of the salty/oily goop. I was hesitant to say the least. How was this salt scrub going to cure my…

If you’re the type of person who likes chocolate chip cookie dough minus the chocolate, then you’ll LOVE these cookies. Soft, chewy, buttery and sweet, it is everything you’ll want in a cookie. INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 sticks (6 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 1/4 cups dark brown sugar 1 large egg, at room temperature 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher…

Ouai, pronounced “way” is the line of hair care products by celebrity stylist, Jen Atkin. Now, she’s no ordinary celeb stylist. She’s been around for over a decade cutting and styling some of the most famous heads of hair in Hollywood. She was the go-to stylist for the Kardashian clan (but don’t hold that against her). She’s also styled the coifs of celebrities like Sofia Vergara, Jessica Alba,…

Mugler Spring 2017 RTW

The frenzied thrashing of strings from John Williams’s theme to Jaws washed over the audience as the last models left the catwalk. The song was a clue about David Koma’s inspiration for this Mugler collection. “I have this little obsession with sharks—their danger and their beauty,” he said backstage. You could certainly spot a streamlined shadow of the sharks flitting through the runway waters…