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December 16, 2012
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Snazzy Sundays ~ Citrus Hues Inspired

We know that in 2013, Emerald is the color of the moment throughout the year; however, we have to pay hommage to this year's color that was crowned by Pantone for 2012 - Tangerine. What an amazing hue that is perfect whether it was worn during the summer or in the fall. We had to share some of our favorite finds from this year and of course, wanted to show how it can still be infused throughout your home! French Connection has a fabulous dress that mixes various hues of orange which will make you look fabulous whether it's for a holiday party or something for the spring!

First we have to start in the bedroom, how can you not love this pop of tangerine with this bedding including a duvet and sham by Dwell - how can you not love how crisp it looks! Add this Boden chair to your vanity or use it as a little stool. Move into the kitchen with my favorite latte bowls (I have them in grey) in the orange hue and available at Anthropologie. When making fun beverages, put them in these Bormioli Rocco glasses (we need the bright pink ones for the Kitten Lounge Loft stat). With guests coming over, add these washcloths to your towel rack as they have stripes of orange and are super chic thanks to DKNY. After a busy day, rest in this Soren Chair and enjoy the scents of Archipelago Botanical's mango tangerine!

July 05, 2012
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Trendy Thursdays ~ NOLA Bound!

As you read this, I'm running around with last minute duties before I hop on a flight to head to New Orleans! I will be at the Essence Music Festival as I am a Brand Ambassador for Crest 3D White - which means I will be sharing accessories tips to everyone, styling and showing what's the best way to accessorize in the summer as well as transitioning into fall! Of course a white smile is essential; however, I do have my faves. In addition, I am obsessed with a number of my beauty needs as well!

I love fun scents so I have been trying our Flirt! Cosmetics - Kittenesque which is always a great item to have on hand. I'm all about items that restore my skin as well as making it look amazing so I love that I can use Jane Iredale to scrub my lips with brown sugar to keep them soft and then to put on the fabulous lipstick if needed. You can also add another layer of lipgloss such as this fab shade by Elizabeth Grant. My skin stays amazing with Ole Henriksen's sugar flow face scrub which is soft against the skin. When I catch a little nap, I love these DuWop IGels. I love that I can relax with these on and listen to music while breathing in Mor candle in Sugar Rose Tiger Lily! When you're traveling to do appearances or other work related items, this is a nice way to use special beauty items to help you settle in!

June 14, 2012
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Trendy Thursdays: Win It ~ Victoria's Secret

We're such a fan of Victoria's Secret and are so excited to share with you their Summer Edition Beach Angel cologne, body oil and perfume! We all have those essential summer scents and if you've been on our Facebook page earlier this week, you know we have been running a giveaway for the set above. NOW we are launching another giveaway. Simply tweet @KittenLounge why you're a Beach Angel and next Mon at noon, we will select a winner!

December 22, 2011
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Trendy Thursdays: Kimmie's 5s ~ Holiday Beauty

Everyone is thinking about having a few days of down time wherever that may be for you! That means that at a moments notice, you never know where you're off to or when an overnight trip becomes one that could be a little longer. In these cases I pack up my weekender from Brahmin which is apart of their Melbourne Anywhere collection in this fabulously rich almond shade and I ensure that my fave 5's make it with me as I need to look refreshed no matter what the day or night holds!

Included in my bag of beauty tricks is a fun shade! Now we all know that I am all about Zoya's Indigo which is a fabulous blue with a glitter component in it but when I received Butter London's nail polish in Jaffa a vibrant orange/coral shade, it got me into thinking about upcoming spring vacations or winter vacations in Turks and Caicos (there soon). I definitely love the idea of embracing fun shades on holiday and I love that it's free of all the chemicals that you don't need on your nails or adding into the environment. In addition, I recently became super fond of Clairvoyant Beauty, another eco friendly line. Because I do a lot my eyes can get super tired and with pictures and having these be the window to my soul, I love that this line contains a product that is all about De-Puffing with it's Cucumber and Cranberry Eye Gel. It's refreshing and yet again making sure your skin is fab.

Don't leave the rest of your skin out without using Fresh's Brown Sugar Body Polish which is a must. It smells phenomenal but I believe weekly use (and of course using Palmer's Cocoa Butter afterwards ensures that your skin is soft and supple as if you just finished spaing. When it's about topical solutions, I'm all about having my atomizer of my fragrance of the moment so I'm not TSA concerned as I jet through the airport and I'm loving Frago's (Fragrance on the Go) Atomizer which comes in a number of hues! It's all about the gloss at the end of the day and Tom Ford's lip gloss in Pink Guilt is sultry perfection and perfect for wherever you're off to.

October 06, 2011
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Trendy Thursdays ~ Hair Travel

I travel a lot and many times, when I land, by the time I get through customs, the airport etc I am scheduled to be somewhere with just a smidge of time to get in my room, unpack everything to perfection, hop into the shower and to get out of my travel clothes. I need my go to looks no matter what and to ensure that I look fab. Just like I have go to outfits, I love go to items that allow me to quickly get through getting ready while having many of the items that I use at home. Hair is much more then prepping it when you're about to head out the door. It's one of those items that you have to infuse (whatever your treatment routine is). I have to say that I love Ted Gibson as he has a phenom system of products that you can use whether you have been to his salon or haven't. I'm a huge fan of his shampoos which are perfect for whatever color you're rocking as there is one that is available for red heads, brunettes and blondes! In this particular Ted Gibson Travel Essential Kit, this is for the jetsetter who wants to ensure that the care you receive at home continues when you're out and about to wherever your destination will take you! It includes 2 oz travel sizes (TSA friendly) of daily cleanse ®, daily nourish®, beautiful hold® and 3 hairsheet styling® sheets. In addition to this kit, I'm loving that I recently became introduced to Shea Butter Curl Oils by Alaffia which is available in various textures and scents - this is perfect for those that rock waves and curls! Regardless of your texture, these oils hydrate and soften strands, strengthen hair and fight split ends, adds shine, improves scalp health and there are no harsh or heavy ingredients. This multipurpose solution allows you to put it directly on hair whether it is wet or dry and then you can also use it as a scalp conditioner which is always nice to do to ensure the health of your hair. Fine Hair can enjoy Shea Butter & Rosemary Shining Curl Oil, Thick Dry or Coarse Hair can use Shea Butter & Coconut Hydrating Curl Oil and Baby Curls/Chemically Treated Hair can have Shea Butter & Neem Nourishing Curl Oil.

In addition to nurturing your hair, like any look, hair loves to be accessorized. The trend over the past few seasons within 2011 has been a mix of boho chic style which allows hair to be loose and just do its own thing; however, ensuring that your hair is pulled away from your face whether it's a clip or ponytail is important too! I love the feather trend as it's an unexpected pop of something. I also love Dauphines of New York's the One Headband which can be worn with your hair down Grecian style or pulled back to allow that bun to have a new life! Whatever you do, your hair is the highlight and one of the first things that your eyes are drawn to - so definitely ensure that you have what you need.

February 03, 2011
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Trendy Thursdays ~ Kitten Lounge Asks About Couple Approved Beauty Sharing

I'm a Dove girl and he's Mitchum, he loves Lush and I enjoy Crabtree and Evelyn, I rock Coach Poppy and he sprays John Varvatos Vintage and he's all about Nude Mud Mask while I enjoy Ole Henrikson African Red Tea Mask. But along the way, I've noticed that he's embraced Jack Black's Grapefruit, EOS lip balm, Rosebud Salve and more. There is something about sharing beauty booty that brings people closer and even when you may not share with your boyfriend, you have an influence over your best friend, brother and more. The more I began thinking about how much beauty finds I share with others, I realized that there has to be a number of reasons that men provide as to why they do this! It also helps when there are amazing brands and lines that allow both genders to wear it as sharing is caring.

Each month, I will let you know about a beauty product or line of the month that is not only perfect for the guy in your life but that you can wear as well. This week Kitten Lounge names Gabriel Organics as the #1 Skincare Product Line That is Couple Approved. From products that calm your skin, have multiple exfoliating items, cleansers for body and face - we're loving that it's full of red algea, seaweed and so much more. We love that the blue bottles can easily be found in either of your weekender bags depending on who happens to carry it. But it makes us wonder why our guys enjoy bumming, adopting and finally storming the castle when it comes to our beauty gear. We want our favorite guys too vote and of course our kittens can weigh in on why their guys do. If you leave a comment, we will randomly select 3 winners to win goodies from our fave line on Valentine's Day.

January 13, 2011
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Trendy Thursdays ~ Rihanna Reb'l Fleur

We love her for her sense of style, the fact that she can reinvent herself and it all works out and she has tunes that just get stuck in your head. Rihanna has done so much in the area of pop culture that Kitten Lounge is super excited that we are giving you a sneak peek on her new fragrance, Reb'l fleur (a name given to her by her grandmother which translated to Rebel Flower) which sits within a gorgeous stiletto heel that was inspired by one of her favorite pairs of Christian Louboutins! If you've set to see it in your favorite store, just wait until Jan 25th - but for now, Kitten Lounge will be giving away 3 bottles of this fab scent! Initially, this scent is fruity and you notice the purple plums and fruits that are in the top notes. As it warms up, you get more of the tropical notes which are reminiscent of her life in Barbados. This scent rounds itself out with hints of Tuberose which shows the sophistication of her life that allows her to bounce in between NY and LA. Wearing this scent allows you to be playful and graceful at the same time which will only make you want to add new pops into your wardrobe as we begin to think about spring. With that in mind, you could be 1 of 3 winners of this new scent and gorgeous bottles - let us know how your wardrobe will be rebellious this upcoming season. What new things that you may not have included before will you be adding into your wardrobe in an effort to embrace, new year/new you? Winners will be selected next Thurs. In the meantime, check out Reb'l Fleur's Facebook Page to stay up to date on where you can find it as well as promotions!

August 12, 2010
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Trendy Thursdays ~ Notes from Paris: Women in Love

Notes from Paris is a series of posts from Valerie Nahmias, Beauty Editor of Femina Magazine in Paris. Brought together by our mutual friend and fashion photographer, Franco Lacosta, her posts will be featured each month bringing us her insights on beauty from products to fabulous tips! Last time, Valerie talked about the Rochas on the rocks! Today she lets us in on Women in Love.

There is some perfumes as master piece of art : a perfect balance between warmth and freshness, revealing a brightness that makes us fall in love for eternity.

What is the secret of its beautiful scent? Antoine Maisondieu, compositor of the fragrance, upgrade the formula with the best extract of white roses, freesia, jasmine, bitter orange, peach, cedar and musk… Deeply feminine, the juice adorns itself with the notes of the skin of the one who wears it, so exciting !

Marry me! The name of the new Lanvin perfume has a audacious character, and the story it leaves in its trail looks like a dream that we are all waiting for. We want it now ! (but we will have to wait until September…)

Why do I love it ? Not only for its design, its couture knot pap in pink satin or its attractive advertising which reminds me the spring, but for its gorgeous bouquet of delicate flowers, fresh fruit and precious woods.

Hymne à la joie* , here is the perfume of the happy days.

*in french in the text

Marry Me ! Eau de parfum 45 € les 30 ml, Lanvin

Valerie is the Beauty Editor of Paris' Femina Magazine and it's blog Redaction Beaute and has spent her years in the fashion/beauty industry. She was an assistant at French Elle Magazine for Carine Roitfeld (who is now French Vogue's Editor in Chief) and wrote the book, Pour Etre Belle.

July 22, 2010
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Trendy Thursdays ~ Beauty Bag Hits the Beach

OMG it's been some serious weeks I have to say and after completing the amazing Social Diva (thanks Peg!) event from last night and co-hosting it with stylist Dale Sudakoff, I loved how the fabulous ladies of the event all decided that it was a beach day. We all ran off to the beaches of our choice to detox, get back into our groove and more. When I hit the beach, I have some goodies that I love to take with me as I love the beach air but always feel the need to continue to spritz a nice scent, a towelette refreshes me when it gets super toasty, of course going out without sunscreen is a HUGE no-no and of course my lips have to stay hydrated and I like a touch of color every now and then! Enjoy these fab brands and whichever way you take a little breather, enjoy the day!

July 10, 2010
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Sippin Saturdays ~ Keeping It Luscious: Your Sensual Life

My early memories involve us bumping into one another at the tents of NY Fashion Week, tech events and anything glam and amazing. We would tell our life stories in a matter of minutes or maybe a few hours! To know her is to be drawn to her and recently I love that we have been able to hang out more! If you heard my radio interview with her earlier this year then you know that Shoshi (Yolanda Shoshana) is the Modern Day Courtesan and Luscious Lifestyle Diva! She teaches us how to still retain our natural sexiness and how to initiate it in a world where many times our focuses are all over the place. Bi weekly she will share her sexy insights with us and I'm so happy that she is on board! In keeping with her name, her segments are Keeping it Luscious! Last week she laid out a fab plan to maintain sexiness in our relationships. Today we look at ways that we can be aware as well as to do a number of things that maintain sensuality for ourselves and others!

When we are young, we are taught about the five senses and how important they are. As we get older, it becomes a bit harder to stay in tune with our senses because we are a society on the go, plus for some reason there are times when we hold back because we worry about what other people may think.

Remembering to take time to please the senses can change your life. Here are six things to arouse your senses for pleasure which lead to a luscious life!

Feast on Aphrodisiacs- Aphrodisiacs are foods that are thought to lead to more sexual desire and arousal. There is something extremely decedent about these foods. Not to mention, some believe they can really spice things up during foreplay and during the real deal in the bedroom. Some noted aphrodisiacs are strawberries, honey, green tea, and oysters. It is quite easy to incorporate aphrodisiacs into your daily life. Don’t you think it is time to play with your food?

Scent- Do you have a signature scent? I always recommend for a woman to have a signature scent that makes people think of her. It is one of the reasons I started making perfume oil, because I am such a firm believer in the power of scent. Scent has always been written about for having the power to attract people into our lives. The scent you choose should be a unique scent, not the same perfume that everyone else is wearing. Search for something different that leaves the right touch of you as you saunter away.

Make a Mixed CD- Make a mixed CD of your favorite songs so that you can pop it in whenever you need a pick me up, you feel joy, or just because. Music is magical for setting a mood, so have a mixed CD for every mood. If it is not music that does it for you, think about what you like to listen to that brings you please and pop that on a CD.

Try Tantric Massage- A massage can be erotic, but add tantra in the mix to unleash a surge of sexual energy. The purpose of tantric massage is awaken the kundalini, a very intense and healing form of energy that is lying dormant at the base of the spine. The kudalini draws out sexual energy in the body. Sexual energy is creative energy and vice versa.

Get luscious lingerie- Toss your old tired cotton panties and step up your game with sexy lingerie made from silk, satin, or lace. Wearing it under your clothes will make you feel sexy and confident. Also, go for a sexy piece that would not be typical for you to wear. You will walk with a new sexy spring in your step, plus it will feel wonderful against your skin.

Follow your desires- Desires are your friend. They are the things that nudge you toward your dreams and goals. Listen to your desires because it is your soul talking to you about which path you should follow. Do not stifle yourself; it will only make you unhappy. All of your desires mean something; it is up to you to listen.

Be open- Last but not least, being open to try things in your life will give you pleasure. It gives you chances for spontaneity, creativity, and is way more fun. It also allows you to feel free to as you experience new things, places, and people.

Yolanda Shoshana “Shoshi” is a media personality, courtesan coach, sensualist, speaker, writer living in New York City known as the Luscious Lifestyle Diva. Self growth and following her bliss has always been a key part of her life. Shoshi followed her entrepreneur spirit by starting a lifestyle company that engages the senses to help people live lusciously. The services include: courtesan coaching™,workshops/classes, pleasure planning, image consulting, empowerment through media, wedding officiating, etc. She is the founder of the School of Courtisane Moderne, a modern day courtesan school which teaches women the art of seduction. She also is the creatrix and sensualist of luscious creams, potions, etc. that helps women unleash their inner courtesan!

March 03, 2010
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Wearable Wednesdays ~ Spring's Hues

The Spring is always about refocusing and is a transition between a chilly past and a warmer future. I find that this time of year is the most inspirational. Keeping with those thoughts, it's essential to think about the fact that our wardrobes are instrumental in these changes. I'm already in a beach, garden parties, etc state of mind. With that said, you guys know that The Highline opened in NYC to allow people to enjoy even more of what NYC has to offer! I love this new fragrance from Bond No 9 which pays homage to this area and is known as the world's first perfume that is derived from a railroad! Thinking of this scent made me think of the power of red and how liberating and gorgeous that it can be (this can be because it's not a color I wear a lot but one that I do want to embrace). This gorgeous dress is more than a halter but I love that it's bold and subtle. Somehow, only Cavalli is able to create that mix and to make it seem so natural. This dress needs very little assistance but I threw in these fab accessories to round out the entire look! Think about your closet whether a scent or an accessory inspires you. Either way, ensure that you're ready to go this season for whatever happens!

March 26, 2009
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Trendy Thursdays: John Varvatos

I am such a Chanel No 5 fan - it's a classic scent and my personal favorite! If I wear perfume, it tends to be that one. Last year I was introduced to Euphoria Blossom which is definitely a fun scent and I thought at this point, that I was pretty well rounded in my choices of scents. Months ago I had received a sample of John Varvatos for her and although I loved the shape of the mini bottle, I didn't have the need to try it on. This morning in a crazy rush to grab samples and get out of the house, I grabbed it and put it on. The initial shock was wondering where I had placed my tried and true scents and the second - this was a great perfume! I love that it has a rich floral smell; however, it isn't overwhelming. It definitely has classic notes to it and a slight hint of a woody scent which is very mysterious! I would definitely run to your nearest Sephora to pick up this fragrance or to visit John Varvatos' site to see what other scents he has to offer. If you're looking for something nice, you might consider (for him obviously) Artisan which is perfect for the guy who loves a crisp scent and also values craftsmanship.

August 21, 2008
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Trendy Thursdays ~ Makes Scents

I love having a nice scent that you can carry with you without having too much in your bag. These cute slim line perfumes are perfect and who doesn't need to not only begin the day smelling fresh but to have something on hand that allows you to freshen up without the bulk of having large containers. So I have been juggling between two scents - Citrus Vervain which definitely wakes me up in the morning and then there is the subtle smell of Sweet Tea which is my personal favorite. It has amazing staying power and yet, I find myself reaching for them when I am out and about or need a pick me up! Elizabeth W is a beautiful collection with great natural scents that just allow you to enjoy them without feeling overpowered. With a number of items in their product line beyond perfumes, this is a great way to build up your body care products!

July 27, 2008
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Snazzy Sundays ~ Mistral Soaps

Ms This week the amazing and aromatic people at Mistral have provided four great bath bars that are available for this week's giveaway! (This Sandlewood Hazelenut bar pictured here is actually Mistral's soap of the week and is available at a reduced price. You'll want to sign up for their updates so that you will get emails on what they're up to). I have to say, the first time that I found out about this great brand was while I worked as a manager at Anthropologie. I came across so many scents that it was hard for me to find a favorite! I really love that they include Shea Butter which is always great to provide extra noursihment for your skin.

On Thursday, during our normal beauty segment, you'll find about something that I find to be a lot fun about this brand but until then, this week's giveaway includes four bath bars that four individuals will win. Simply let me know what your favorite scent is when it comes to soap! Include your comments within this post! My favorite scent is Pomegranate (fortunately this is available on Mistral) I look forward to the responses and four winners will be chosen this Fri!

July 24, 2008
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Trendy Thursdays ~ David Yurman Makes Scents

Dy_2 Last week I was able to get an amazing scent that is the first from David Yurman's collection! The new scent is simply called - David Yurman. First off the bottle is absolutely gorgeous and is one that makes you feel like you're holding something extremely luxurious and will look amazing wherever you place your perfumes. At $120 for the 1.7 ounce and $165 at the 2.5 ounce, I would say that this scent is splurge worthy. Although there are a lot of floral notes within this fragrance, there is also a slight woodsy scent to it as well which blends and interesting mix of flirty sophistication. It is truly a classic scent and one that I think will smell amazing when you are going out for a special event or really want to put your best foot forward. Definitely take a peek at the site to see more about the scent and its inspiration!

July 12, 2008
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Sippin' Saturdays ~ Who is The Most Fragrant?

Hc Today we are taking a bit of a breather since the week has been so busy! So instead of mentioning great places to get a drink or a way to make a new one, we want you to relax a bit and have something a little fragrant that you can enjoy in whichever way you decide to spend today! With notes of White Tea and Pink Peppercorn, there are definitely sweet smells to be had with the Hard Candy Fragrance and because of this, it was a natural choice in terms of our weeklong giveaway where 4 lucky winners will get to try this out for their very own!

Congratulations Dorian, Kam, Jennae and Michelle! I will definitely contact you individually but loved hearing about your favorite scents. It's amazing how many we go through and which ones we love no matter what. With that being said, I hope this is one that you will make a fave in your cabinets!

July 07, 2008
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Mingling Mondays ~ What's Your Scent

Hcfragrance I love it! We have yet another great giveaway this week from our friends at Hard Candy! I've always been a fan of the makeup and I am so glad that they are providing 5 perfumes to be apart of our giveaway! Today, I would love to know what your favorite scent is? Five will be chosen. I have to say that I love Chanel No 5 - it's a great classic that can be worn whenever. A few summers ago, I was all about Burberry's Tender Touch. I wore it everyday and was so sad when I no longer wore this - so it was back to Chanel. Currently, on a special night CK's Euphoria Blossom is a nice floral citrus scent that makes you feel that much cuter! Let me know your fave and we'll see who will win!

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