Savings on Shoes & More -- Limited Time Only

Shop NINEWEST Shoes (in store and online) for 30% off regular priced items/20% on sale items. Sales ends Monday Oct 4th.

Don't miss the VINCE CAMUTO Fall Collection on HSN Oct 1st at 9:00 pm EST -- haute shoes, accessories and more.

And finally, BLOOMINGDALES Friends & Family Event has something for everyone. Savings on almost everything online and in store. Save 20% on home purchases too until Sunday Oct 3rd. Use promo code FALLFRIEND at checkout plus free shipping on orders $300 or more.

Enjoy!

Let the Rain Come Down

The Empire State forecast includes lots of rain this week. Make a splash in stylish rain boots that stamp your style.

The WELLINGTON Original Tall Woman Collection is a standard for rain boots/$125. Able to accessorize with the Welly Sock -- a fold over micro-fleece insert that keeps your feet warm and the boot fitted for comfort. Personalize and update your Wellies every season! Check out the Huntress boot for a wide calve version of the classic and also selections for men. Avail at www.usa.hunter-boot.com.

FESSURA Rain Boots are likened to a work of art -- they're clear! This lightweight boot comes with a pair of striped stockings AND a matching tote . Roomy enough to store the boots and a small umbrella/$114.90. Avail here.

Other designers to consider include KAMIK lined with breathable fleece for added warmth; COLE HAAN with Nike Air Technology, and the always iconic BURBERRY & VALENTINO selections. Prices range from $80 to 295.

(Pictures courtesy of Glamour, Nordstrom and Valentino sites.)

Change is Good

The autumn season is quickly approaching. So many new collections and trends. In cosmetics and clothing. It's never to late to revamp your image or reinvent yourself. You can do that by experimenting.

Fall Wardrobe: In Stores Now
Decide what's your best feature.
Try on outfits appropriate for your lifestyle.
Incorporate essentials like sweaters, blazers, and an uber feminine dress that takes you from dawn to dusk.

Complete your look with a detailed carryall..chains, metallics, or animal prints are a must.

Fall Beauty Forecast
Decide what's your best feature.
Try on new shades at the counter to see how they wear.
Limited edition palettes provide complimentary colors for eyes, lips, and cheeks (one stop shopping). I like the NARS "Only You" Eye & Cheek Palette/$65.
Play with velvety textures, shimmery finishes, and plush mattes.

Take along a friend for an honest opinion or contact me for pro assistance. Always happy to help!

Drug Store Dandies at DRUGSTORE.COM & More

Some of us are a little obsessed with going to stores like Duane Reade, Ulta, Rite Aid and Walgreens. For me, if shelves are neatly stocked, I'm in for a leisure stroll in the beauty aisles. I check out the end caps for limited editions, new product or trend items. See if my favorite product is in house or sold out. And peek at beauty bundles from lesser known brands.

You may prefer virtual shopping. DRUGSTORE.COM has some dandies for you:

FACE: REVLON introduced PHOTOREADY MAKEUP for a poreless, airbrushed skin in any light. Complete coverage with a soft luminous finish. Oil and fragrance free with SPF 20 to guard against the sun's harmful rays...12 shades at $13.99 each.

EYES: Hands down, L'OREAL makes THE best mascaras. I prefer the EXTRA VOLUME PLUMPING COLLAGEN MASCARA in Blackest Black. On my sparse lashes, two coats adds density, length and va va voom!...Black, Black Brown and waterproof formulas at $7.95 each.

Also love HIP BRIGHT DUOS SHADOW. New favorite is #328/Riotous. A sharp lime green paired with a complimentary olive shade. I use the bright shade over a green pencil to outline my eyes completely...metallics, brights, shimmers and mattes -- each duo is only $7.99.

LIPS: The COVERGIRL QUEEN COLLECTION VIBRANT HUE COLOR in Bronze Goddess infuses metallics beautifully. Compliments our honey tones or sun-kissed skin beautifully. You may believe you ARE a Bronze Goddess...on sale now for $6.39.

Additional products and sites for:

NAILS: SALLY HANSEN COLOR QUICK FAST DRY NAIL COLOR PEN is easy to use and travels anywhere. The fast drying nail color is available in 18 shades and conditions nails with Vitamins A, C & E. Ideal for mani/pedis! Approx $8 each at ulta.com.

HAIR: KIMBLE HAIR BUTTER - Beyonce's hair stylist, Kimberly Kimble, launched a haircare line a few years ago. Thankfully, the celebrity stylist knows everyone should have reputable styling products at recession-proof prices. Product is referred to as "creamy buttery moisturizing goodness" and a cheaper alternative to MISS JESSIE's BABY BUTTERCREAM. Only $11.99 at target.com.

Haute Style for Le$$

This weekend, many of us will be pulling out our SATC 2 inspired gear. Sexy platforms and strappy shoes, designer bags, and a FABulous outfit as we celebrate "us" over cocktails.

You may think this requires a little shopping...but there's a smart option to buying something new. You can RENT your favorite carryall just like Carrie's assistant in the first movie. At AVELLE's BAG BORROW or STEAL, high end designers are featured (CHANEL, CHLOE, vintage, and more). If you fall in love with your rental, it's yours for 70% LESS than retail price. Join for details.

If the 3-day weekend has you celebrating something else, order an A-list frock for the event at renttherunway.com for as little as $50. The slogan: "Rent. Wear. Return." Offers next day shipping. You won't find a deal like that at Bloomies or Bergdorf.

TIP: Shop for stylish sandals in early fall or boots in June at NEIMAN MARCUS and NORDSTROM (women's half yearly sale started today). Also check 6pm.com for serious salesprices: up to 70% off!

Mascara Madness -- May 29th!

Lush lashes! Thick lashes! Dramatically full and plumped up!

We gals like to speak with our eyes....They tell our story. Of innocence. Sexiness. Confidence. Yeah, we can play them up in oh so many ways!

NORDSTROM invites you to do just that at the "Mascara Madness!" event. An in-store and online exclusive where you buy two mascaras and get one free. Choose from luxurious brands like CHANEL, M.A.C., DIOR, LANCOME, YSL, BOBBI BROWN and ESTEE LAUDER! Note: It's not any and all mascaras. From each of these brands, the best selling mascara is featured in the promo: MAC Plush Lash Mascara, DIORSHOW and LANCOME Definicils to name a few. A very special deal at select stores and online this Saturday May 29th. Just in time for your SATC soiree! So head to your mall, go online or call 1.800.933.3365. In the blink of an eye, it will be over.

Sex and the City 2, A Girl's Getaway & More

MACY's Herald Square and Sex and the City 2 invite you to a not-to-be-missed fashion event. Bring your girlfriends to enjoy refreshments, tunes, glam store specials and affordable luxuries from your favorite designers.

• Starting Friday, May 21, with any $100 purchase, you get a free makeup brush kit. Just bring your receipt to the fragrance department to claim your gift (in store purchases only). You know the rules: one kit per customer while supplies last!
• The women's shoe department has a bonus 12 month subscription to LUCKY Magazine with any $60 buy.
• I.N.C. is giving away a free tee with your $75 purchase. Also, on Saturday May 22, with a $100 purchase, show your receipt to get a certificate redeemable at select theaters for an admission to see Sex and the City 2.
• MICHAEL Micheal Kors shop on 3 is handing out a complimentary tote with any $500 purchase.
• Just like my gal pals, Carrie, Samantha, Miranda & Charlotte, you can spend some time in Marrakech. It's the ultimate girls' getaway! A 6-day vacation in Morocco for you and three of your besties. Trip includes air travel, hotel accommodations and luggage sets for each (four sets total) courtesy of SAMSONITE. All you have to do is enter-to win at macy.com/girlsweekend now until May 23rd (see page for details).

All this fun in one location...a girl can have it all!

(NOTE: The SATC Celebration is taking place at select MACY's stores nationwide.)

The BLACKswan L-O-V-E-S Rachel Roy!

She's dressed Eva Mendes, Kate Hudson and the First Lady, Michelle Obama, to name a few. She's launched collections at Saks, Nordstrom, Neiman and Macys. And still finds time to support reputable charities in Africa.

I've ALWAYS admired RACHEL ROY's style -- even had a picture posted at my desk for inspiration! She personifies what a woman is: smart, feminine, flirty, modern and sexy all at once. That's my opinion anyway. You can decide for yourself.

Must-haves from the affordable RACHEL RACHEL ROY line includes cross drape dresses in flowy material, shorts and cargo rompers, and an adorable strapless jumpsuit.

For Friends & Family

Attention shopaholics and recessionistas! Beyond Beauty is trying something new. SAKS FIFTH AVENUE is having a savings event this week so I don't want you to miss it. I'm hoping all you have to do is CLICK, PRINT, SHOP and SAVE!

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