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Meet 10 of the Hottest-to-Watch Products & Lines in the Beauty Biz

Hey A-Listers,

We recently met 10 of the 'Hottest to Watch' in the Beauty Biz and of course - we've got to give you The A-List scoop...

 

From Anti-aging to curl enhancing and even a 60 minute FakeBake - New York City is stop #1 for meeting beauty's up and comers.   And meet we did...  The day of discovery as you'll see below was topped by some of New York's favorites including, Blo Blow Dry Bar providing dry blow outs which were hugely popular and a great way to freshen up for a post-work date, Marilyn Monroe Spa polishing up the city's chicest editors with manicures featuring their namesake colors, Ceci Cela Bakery satiating both our sweet and savory sides with delicious puffy pastries paired perfectly with cappuccinos brewed by Filicori Zecchini coffee shop.  And finally, Chef Roble launched his fragrance line - Clique by Roble - by bringing in FAIR Vodka to create Clique cocktails with the same flavor notes of his new perfume.  

The buzziest area of the event was around 'Stylinity’s Style Stage where guests were drawn like lemmings to a giant 'smartphone' that took your photo with friends and colleagues and allowed you to share them across social media platforms.  You've got to experience this 'Selfie on steroids' for yourself and you can the next time you're shopping at 'The Limited'.  (watch The A-List for more of your favorite shopping haunts that Stylinity's Style Stage is coming to soon!)  

 

Buy or Bye?  Take a snap of your self on The Style Stage in the outfits you're trying on, share the pics with friends for an instant 'Hot or Not'.  Not only is it super fun - it'll save you from the "What was I thinkings?, the How much did I spends?! and the Oh no you didn'ts!"  Finally. 

 

 

and now for some shopping...

 

 

DermOrganics was a favorite... A luxurious skin care range based around naturally-derived ingredients including Argan Oil and Extract, Vitamin E and Linoleic acid to protect and moisturize your skin and hair with a less is more ingredient approach.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Design Essentials are engineered to infuse hair with a natural balance of vitamins and protein that promote movement and manageability.  Personally we can't wait for summer to try their Natural Curl Enhancing Mousse with Olive Oil and Vitamin B Complex.

 

 

 

 

 

 

FakeBake, the leading salon professional self-tan and spray tan brand gives an instant sun-kissed colour that develops into a long lasting sunless tan. By combining naturally derived tanning agents they have perfected a more natural-looking result.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our besties, Dear Clark were there with their signature  'Hair Salvation' products (beloved by the cast of hit TV series 'DALLAS') featuring their signature trifecta: Certified Organic Aloe Vera, Sunflower Seed Oil and Rose of Jericho.  The three super infusers, add moisture, protect hair from heat, revive, rejuvenate and provide anti-aging results to all hair types.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Head's Up to our foodies.  You'll want to try: Clique by Roble - The first fragrance 'recipe' to combine several delicious menu courses is the result of a collaboration between BRAVO’s celebrity Chef Roblé Ali and a top perfumer.  CLIQUE by Roblé opens with "sparkling citrus cocktail notes as a complex floral heart explodes with wild jasmine, violet, tuberose and iris. An irresistible base of Roblé’s signature dessert, French Toast Crunch, envelops the entire creation."   

 

 

 

 

 

Absolute New York showcased their new, unique felt-tip, ink beauty stamps that create authentic looking, temporary tattoos that can easily be removed for an inky edge without the pledge.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dolluxe Siblings Charles and Jennifer Reger are the creators of 'Dolluxe' premium eyelashes.  Their designs are based on their love and fascination with all things Japanese including their food, fashion and overall culture.   The lashes are 100% Handcrafted, re-usable and are a makeup artists dream!  Top off your ode to to Japanese street fashion with their gotta-see, Gothic Lolita Wigs.  

 

 

 

 

The LASHEM brand was developed to help the everyday woman keep her youthful glow.  The brand combines natural ingredients for the highest quality possible in their mascaras, anti-aging creams and eyelash booster.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Measurable Difference is a collection of quality eye, skin, and body care products that work to make a measurable difference in the lives of women globally. They proudly support women's place in the world through strategic programs.   Their range of products include, Instant Lash Extensions with liquid fibers and LipoLotion - created with amazing technologies designed to diminish dimples and tone skin. 

 

 

 

 

ICMAD: For forty years, ICMAD has been dedicated to representing; educating and helping independent cosmetic entrepreneurs succeed in the rapidly changing, highly competitive beauty industry. As a non-profit trade association, ICMAD hosts webinars and conferences, creates networking events celebrating innovation and creativity, and provides essential business services.

 

And finally, A-List snaps to our friends, ADOVIA Dead Sea Mud Soaps, Seaflora Wild Organic Seaweed Skincare, South Beach Skin Brightening System, CurlKit.com, Spadaro Luxury Fragrances, FOREO skincare solutions and Niki Saint Pierre Botanical Cosmeceuticals. 

 

 

 

#Discover  Happy Shopping!   xo  The A-List 

 

 

 

Take A Peek Into A Pre-Oscar, Celeb-Studded Event in LA & How You Can Get Involved in #1MGoodNights

Hey A-Listers,

2 VERY IMPORTANT hashtags for you TODAY on @GetTheAList: 

#KathySuite and #1MGoodNights

and visit: PajamaProgram.org

 

What's this all about?  Well, in our lead-up to Sunday's Academy Awards, today our (so lucky!) Entertainment Editor, Leeann Tweeden (@LeeannTweeden) will head to the hottest ticket in Hollywood for some Pre-Oscar excitement and fun at Kathy Duliakas' 6th Annual Celebrity Oscar Suite & Party - Benefiting Pajama Program's "1 Million Good Nights" 

This invite-only celebrity gifting suite & party to honor the film industry’s Oscar-nominated actors, former Oscar winners, presenters, wardrobe stylists and industry VIPs is held annually at the gorgeous Taglyan Complex in Los Angeles. 

Celebrities and many others will be treated to an incredible array of stunning jewelry, fashion, handbags, legwear, rejuvenation technology, the finest in skin, body & hair care, delectable sweets, a gourmet lunch, exotic cocktails and more.  The Taglyan's own Divine Food & Catering will create an epicurean feast with a gourmet Mediterranean-influenced menu featuring: Avocados Divine, Arugula Salad with Pear & Goat Cheese, Classic Greek Salad, Quinoa Salad, Shrimp Shooters, Chicken Roulade with Wild Rice and Feta Cheese, Prime Beef Cutlets, Prime Roasted Meatballs, Pan Seared Crab Cakes, Potatoes Au Gratin, Tri-Color Fusilli Salad, Grilled Zucchini, and more.

But the real reason that this event trumps other parties during Award Season is Kathy's commitment to giving back.   This year the suite and party will benefit the Pajama Program, who, since 2001, has provided more than 2 MILLION new pajamas and new books to children in need, and those waiting and hoping to be adopted nationwide. 

In October, 2013, the Pajama Program launched an exciting new initiative, "1 Million Good Nights," to collect and distribute 1 MILLION new pajamas and 1 MILLION new books to children and adolescents in need by Dec. 31, 2015.  The Pajama Program will be on-site at Kathy's Gifting Suite to collect brand new pajamas from celebrites and attendees.

And as if that weren't enough, Kathy is working with Carter's, America's leading brand of young children’s clothing, who for for every celebrity who attends the event - will donate a new pair of pajamas to Pajama Program’s “1 Million Good Nights” for a child in need.

In addition, Carter's will donate up to 1,000 new pairs of pajamas to Pajama Program for each and every social media post (Twitter, InstaGram and Facebook) from a celebrity about a sponsor and/or charity, using both hashtags #KathySuite and #1MGoodNights.

Previous celebrity attendees including Felicity Huffman, Melanie Griffith, Cheryl Hines, Ed O'Neill,  Vivica A. Fox will make room for a new group of celebrities from the biggest movies and television shows of 2013/14 including:  

• Kelsey Scott and Ashley Dyke (12 Years a Slave),
• Mädchen Amick (Witches of East End),
• Dustin Kerns (The Wolf of Wall Street),
• William Shatner,
• Stef Dawson (The Hunger Games: Mockingjay),
• Sean Faris (Pretty Little Liars),
• Adrienne Maloof (The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills),
• Andrea Gabriel (Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Lost),
• Wes Ramsey (Pretty Little Liars),
• Ashley Jones (True Blood, The Bold and the Beautiful), and more.
• So have fun following the hashtags today and antics of our Lee @LeeannTweeden.  

So join us today in following hashtags: #KathySuite and #1MGoodNights and keep up with Leeann as she navigates Hollywood's Hottest Party @LeeannTweeden.  

Together we'll go behind the scenes AND support a worthy cause. 

Now THAT'S an A-List Day. 

(Watch for the complete 'Shop The Suite' coming soon! )

 

 

10 Awesome Things. Ready to Discover?

 

HAIR Vidal Sassoon Pro-Series ambassador, hairstylist, Duffy says the key to a smoother D.I.Y. blow-out is to "clamp your index and middle fingers around the ends of your hair to pull it straight as you blow-dry."  "You'll get better tension than using a brush, so hair dries straighter and shinier.  Plus, it's faster because you're not fiddling with brushes". (RedbookMag.com)

 

STYLE  9 Tiny Style Details that you think people don't notice - but they do. 

 

LAUGH LOL.. we love PhotoBombs (ah...tears) and what's better than 'Wedding' ones.

 

EAT This Pinterest page is helping us choose tofu over tacos.  No, really.

 

SHOP A-List FAVORITE, Gwen Stefani is about to deliver! (here's her celeb-studded baby shower)  The multi-tasking master-mom who is due any second with her third baby boy is launching her New SHOE LINE, GX Gwen Stefani for Shoe Dazzle TODAY (Feb. 26th).   The line promises all her funk meets fashion style at great Shoe Dazzle prices. (all under $110).  Start your shopping list with Gwen's Instagram teasers here and pair them with her cool line of 'intimates' (camis, boyshorts and panties) that she created with 'Hanky Panky' called L.A.M.B x HANKY PANKY.  You've been Stefani-fied.

 

GIFT For YOU or someone you love.  Monogram ANYTHING is hot right now.  Our choice?  This wear with everything, monogram ring by Jane Basch Designs.  Make it your own... the 3 initials don't have to be your name... maybe it's your children's names.  Your kids and hubby.  Yours and your husband's.  Your dogs.  Your 3 favorite inspirational words, for example... "SDA" (Strength Discipline Action).  Be creative....Be individual! 

 

WEAR Style-Stumped?  Don't forget we've got you covered in 'Tomorrow You Should Wear'. 

 

CREATE  This app - MadeWithOver - has 50+ fonts and colors to add awesome artwork, text and more to your photos.  You'll be hooked.

 

TECH This beautifully constructed app lets you explore the secrets of the Universe and Wonders of Life like you could never have imagined... on your phone. 

 

PET Is your dog on The 'Not So Clever' List? 

 

Happy exploring   xx The A-List 

 

A (not so) Dab of Plaid

Blame it on the Punk exhibit at The Met, Merida from 'Brave' or the Polar Vortex (it's baaaack) but a dab of plaid feels right in these crazy-cold temps.

Pair a plaid skirt with a crisp, white button-front blouse, dip your toe into a classic pump or add a scarf to your outerwear. Either way it's a classic, yet fun way to kick off the week.

 

MICHAEL Michael Kors silk top,  Rachel Zoe wool blazer, Marc Jacobs slim pants, TIBI full skirt,  Forever 21 plaid jeans,  Alice + Olivia plaid shoes,  Red bag,

 

Pendleton Mid-length Skirts · Elizabeth and James Mini Skirts · White House Black Market Skirts

xx The A-List

 

The 5 O'Clock Flop

It's finally 5.

What better for the 5 O'Clock Flop than this 'Grand Luxe Faux Fur Bean Bag Chair' from 'Restoration Hardware'.  

Add a vat dash of Chardonnay and the tv remote for the perfect pairing. 

 

 

 

Happy chillin'   xx The A-List 

 

Luxe Rock Candy Ring

It was hard to choose just one treat from the Oia Jules online shop but we managed with this 'Luxe Rock Candy Ring' in Amethyst taking top honors.

Wear it with?  EVERYTHING! 

xx The A-List 

 

 

Ending The Perfect Blouse Hunt

Founder, Kara Mendelsohn's goal when she started her company, 'Cooper & Ella' (named for her children) was to create stylish, transition pieces that would take her from day to night thus ending her hunt for the perfect blouse.  We think she nailed it. 

One of our favorites: The 'Angela' Deep V Top 

ps: it comes in 'Ivory' too. 

 

 

 

xx The A-List 

 

Wow in White

It would definitely be an invest piece - but what an entrance maker... 

The 'Celia' Crocheted Flower Dress with Ruffled, Hi-Low Skirt by Alexis 

 

xx The A-List 

 

Fri DAY to NIGHT

Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of DVF's, famous Wrap Dress.

We say it's the perfect Friday - day to night chameleon.  Trade in your tights and tote for a peek of lace camisole, bright evening bag and bold jewelry.  Voila.

 

Diane Von Furstenberg long sleeve dress,  Carine Gilson silk camisole,  Red pantyhose,  Cami,  Gucci leather pumps,  Love Moschino evening bag,  Flower print purse,  Vince Camuto black onyx cocktail ring,  Forever 21 bangle bracelet

 

 

Diane von Furstenberg Dresses · Magaschoni Evening Dresses · Diane von Furstenberg Day Dresses

xx The A-List 

Have The Stars At Your Feet

with B Brian Atwood's - "Licata" Suede, Star Stiletto