Valentine’s Day best sellers from Sephora

Things that I want from Sephora for V-Day:

Yves Saint Laurent PALETTE DUO POUR LES LÈVRESTHE BOW COLLECTION – Duo Lip Colour Palette The Bow Collection – Duo Lip Colour Palette $65. A lipstick and lip gloss duo. Inspired by the famous “Bow” bag, this palette lets you lacquer your lips in luxury with a rich raspberry lipstick and a sparkling pink gloss (which you can slick on alone or over the lipstick).

Dior Iconic Diva To Go Set Iconic Diva to Go Set $27. Dior Iconic To Go Set contains the lash-curling Diorshow Iconic Mascara in Noir (rich black), a mini Addict High Shine Lipstick in Catwalk Mauve (sheer mauve plum), and a chic Dior travel pouch for grab-and-go glamour.

NARS The Love Set ($73 Value) The Love Set $49. A kit featuring a blush, lip pencil, and gloss. NARS The Love Set is packed with pinky peach hues that impart a natural glow. Packed within a sleek, black box are the best-selling Orgasm Blush, azalea-pink Pillow Talk Lip Gloss, and a Sex Machine Velvet Matte Lip Pencil. Put them all together and you’ll be sure to seal the deal.

Givenchy Absolutely Irresistible Givenchy 1 oz Eau de Parfum Spray $49. The flamboyance of jasmine and the spontaneity of rose blend together fora fragrance that is absolutely Irresistible. Mandarin zest and red berries bring this feminine, seductive scent to life.

Stila Travel in Stila Style ($125 Value) Travel in Stila Style $40. A travel-friendly set of six best-selling products that create a classic Stila look in minutes, a bronzed glow, glossed lips, and defined eyes—and have you ready at a moment’s notice! What sets this collection above the rest? All of the products meet the three ounces or less airline rule and come in a travel-friendly sized bag (with a luggage tag!) so it’s easy to travel in Stila style.

Bvlgari Jasmin Noir 1 oz Eau de Parfum Spray $68. Bvlgari’s newest fragrance, Jasmin Noir, captures the irresistible charm of a mysterious and intensely sensual woman. Captivating and caressing, Jasmin Noir is a rich mix of voluptuous floral and precious woody notes with accents of almond and licorice. This infinitely addictive essence is sublimely revealed by jasmine, a flower whose beauty is as pure as it is tantalizing.

FREE SHIPPING on all orders, all weekend long. Enter code SUPERBOWL at checkout. valid dates are 1.31.09-2.2.09

Got $5? How about this cute cardi for 5 bucks?

Yep really this Women’s Color Block Cardigans – Cyclamen is only $5 down from $29.50. Get 50% off all clearance items at oldnavy.com with coupon code HALFOFF from now till 02/02/09!

Be&D handbags and shoes

While I was browsing RevolveClothing.com‘s new luxury site, Forward by revolve, I was introduced to the accessory label Be&D and instantly fell love with it. All the shoes and handbags are classy with incredibly interesting designs. Absolutely gorgeous and lust-worthy. “Be & D creates luxury goods aimed at fashion sensibility rather than a marketable age group. Since the brand’s launch in 2004, founders and designers Be Inthavong and Steve Dumain have focused on seamlessly blending old-world craftsmanship with modern, creative vision. Their first bag, the Garbo, was designed and constructed on a kitchen table in Dumain’s New York loft. It became an instant hit and since then, there have been many more bags, belts, soft goods, and shoes produced in Be & D’s New York atelier and in Italy. Their collection is always made with premium leathers, exotic skins, and custom hardware and finds inspiration in everything from vintage luggage to boudoir romance.”

Be&D Turlington Boot in Black $667. This is one sexy boot. I absolutely love the silk ribbons across top of the boot.

Be&D Evangelista Platform in Black $695.00 $417. Love the gold sole!

Be&D Perry Satchel in Purple Mirror Gunmetal $398. A classic shape combined with an edgy color in patent leather and a detachable shoulder chain, totally young and hip.

Be&D Chatterley Satchel in Black/Silver $318. Soft feminine ruffles contrasted with metal studs creates a perfect balance.

Deal Alert – Designers Remix Blues Charcoal Dress

Designers Remix Blues Charcoal Dress C$198.00 on sale for C$79.00! Always love an adorable dress that you can work for day and night. Grid stitch panel with box pleat detail at front and back of dress. Slash pockets at front. Puff sleeves with ruching detail and single button closure at cuffs. Cute right?

Wheee! New Botkier bag from gilt.com!

This is my new Botkier bag, the Stevie Satchel Medium, that I just scored on Gilt.com like 5 minutes ago! I’ve been waiting for the Botkier sale for a loong time. Woohoo! I have never purchased a bag on the Weeb in such a lightening speed, from logging on to checking out, I had to act super fast because I know if I didn’t snatch it up somebody else would! I was debating between the blue version.
and
the Stevie Satchel (only for about 20 seconds though) and decided on the Medium Black Stevie Satchel. The blue is absolutely gorgeous though, but I had to go with the versatile black one, and I must have the shoulder strap. I can’t wait to get the bag!

Go check out the sale now! If you need an invite, click on this link http://www.gilt.com/invite/mapetitechou88 to sign up. Snatch up one of the awesome bags for yourself

Lancome Privilege Online Offer

Check out this awesome offer from Lancome Online Exclusive: Receive your free 7 piece gift set valued at $85 with your purchase of ONLY $50! Just in time for V-day.  The Absolue Premium Bx Cream and eye cream alone are worth it.  And everybody I know loves Hypnose mascara.

Has anybody tried the Oscillation Mascara? Is it worth the $39 price tag?

Cute Things – Sweet & Co.’s uber-adorable accessories

Today’s edition of Cute Things really made me squeal in delight. These rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and cell-phone danglies from Sweet & Co. just are too cute for words. Ice cream, cake, swiss rolls are all my fave dessert. Sweet & Co. was established in 2005 with “Sweet + Fun + Girly” as the main concept for its line of fashion accessories. Featuring original and handmade designs, Sweet & Co. includes sweet treats in its collections such as cupcakes, ice cream, cakes, and doughnuts that bring out the sweetness in every girl. These look good enough to eat! Will certainly make me a super happy camper if I get these for Valentine’s Day.

Sweet Pink Sun Flower Cake Slice Silver Dangle Earrings $18.

Sweet Floral Purple Cupcake Pearl Silver Ring $30

Mini Ice-Cream & Slice Cake Crystal Gold Charm Bracelet $65

Sweet Purple Glitter Ice-Cream Swarovski Ribbon Earrings $28

Sweet Green Glitter Cupcake Floral Pearl Necklace $40

Sweet Purple Glitter Donut Ribbon Pearl Necklace $40

Sweet Glass Chocolate Sundae Silver Earrings $28

Sweet Love Red Swiss Roll Ribbon Phone Strap $15

Sweet Ribbon Brown Rose Cake Cell Phone Strap $15

Sweet & Co. Fuchsia Rose Crystals Silver Ring $25

Bebe’s sexy footwear for Valentine’s Day

bebe‘s persistent knocking off the designer labels for their footwear is actually really working for them. I’m quite smittened with several styles and as the V-day’s approaching, they seem very appropriate, being sexy, bold and maybe just a tad trashy depending on what you wear (definitely if worn with no tights . They’ll also make good V-day gifts if you tell your man that they are the only things you’ll wear, lol.

Jackie Strappy Studded Sandal $139

London Mary Jane Platform Pump $159

Arlene Curvy Ankle Strap Sandal $139

Reid Tie-Dye Ruched Sandal $149

Dania Shimmer Bow Leather Pump $149

Anastassia Leather Lace Up Bootie $189

Keisha Suede Zipper Detail Bootie $198

bebe.com: Free Shipping on Orders of $150 or more Code: NEWDEALS

Alexander McQueen Spring ’09 accessories

I’m thoroughly enjoying looking at these from Alexander McQueen from Style.com’s Spring 2009 Accessory Report. These are insanely decadent.

Jet crystal bootie, Le 104 rainbow tejus lizard bag, and Metallic python Love slingback.

I need new sunglasses for Mexico

Another birthday gift to myself. I’ve wanted a new pair of sunglasses for a long time. And I decided that I must have a new pair to go with me to Cancun…a perfect excuse to get one. Nothing is cooler than Aviators. So I ordered this Marc by Marc Jacobs SGD Sunglasses C$104.00 ($98US). This is the first pair of sorta fancy sunglasses I splurged on myself (besides two other pairs I got as gifts). I better not be destroying these I like I did all my other cheapie ones. These seem like they will fit my face since they aren’t too curved. I can’t wait to put them on.

Jarbo Double Drape Dress

I’ve been thinking nothing but our upcoming Mexico trip, which means what I should wear there. I want to bring something bright, fun, super comfortable, something I can run around the beach or go sightseeing (can’t wait to see the pyramids!) in , this Jarbo Double Drape Dress ($130 on sale for only $30 at IvyBlue.com) is just what I want. Sexy but easy to wear. Love the back. It comes with ribbed racer back tank which can be worn separately, which you can wear during the day with shorts or a skirt, then throw on the outer layer at night for dinner. Pretty neat.

Moschino Cheap & Chic Pump in China Blue

Moschino Cheap & Chic Pump in China Blue $595, my favorite shoe of the moment, part classical, part girlie, part whimsical, totally unique.

Valentino Red Sleeveless Sash Collar Black Dress

Valentino Red Sleeveless Sash Collar Black Dress C$580.00 on sale for C$174.00! How gorgeous is this little black dress? Nina Garcia says you should have at least two LBDs. If you come across a unique and so expensive-looking one like this — check out the neckline — you should definitely pick it up. And it’s made of virgin wool. Talk about quality. This dress will stay in your closet forever.

30% off Gap’s Spring looks

Now is the time to stock up on Spring’s hottest looks! For a limited time between January 23-25, Gap is offering 30% off for all new spring arrivals! Enter SPRING at checkout for discount. If you spend $150 or more, you’ll also receive free shipping! I’m especially loving the cute tops and dresses with ruffles and pleats and other girlie detailing. Oh and a super sweet bikini! Really makes me excited about our Maya trip in 2 weeks.

Women: Embroidered wideneck blouse – lilac wine $48 $33.60

Women: Ruffle slub T – blue slate $29 $19.60

Women: Ruffle halter bandeau top – minty teal $36.50 $25.55 and Women: Ruffle bikini – minty teal $34.50 $24.15

Women: Twist-neck dress – rosamunde $58 $40.60

Women: Striped shirred skirt – pink stripe $54 $37.80

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