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Give and Get for Mother’s Day at Mane Attraction

Kira — Mon, 03 May 2010 19:07:33 +0000

Show your appreciation for your own and others at Mane Attraction Salon. Now until May 8th, Mane Attraction is asking for donations of baby formula or diapers, helping mothers in need. The collections will be donated on Mother’s Day through Homeward Bound. In return for your donation, receive 20% OFF gift card purchases. GC’s are available for all services including Makeover Packages and specific dollar amounts.

Mane Attraction
3156 E. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix AZ 85016
602.956.2996. or www.maneattractionsalon.com.

Celebrate Earth Day at Buffalo Exchange’s $1 Sale

Kira — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:43:49 +0000

Save Wildlife from trash by shopping at Buffalo Exchange’s Dollar Day Sale benefit this Earth Day, Saturday April 24th. Sale items offered for just $1 each will benefit the “Don’t Trash Wildlife” campaign of The Humane Society of the US which rescues and rehabs wild animals.

For more information, visit www.buffaloexchange.com.

Lauren Pierce Atelier for Barneys

Kira — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 06:25:29 +0000

I had the pleasure of meeting Lauren Bush of Lauren Pierce Atelier at Barneys on Friday. Lauren, niece of George W. and Granddaughter of George Bush, is a model and designer who created her collection to celebrate the many rich cultures of the world with designs that are easy, timeless and sustainable.

The collection features silhouettes made with hand-dyed fabrics sourced from women survivors of war of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Africa. You pick your dress style from the 5 easy to wear styles, pick your unique fabric in bold prints and colors and the dress is made in New York and delivered to you in six weeks. Each dress will have the clients’ name along with the name of the fabric artisan on the tag.

The collection is available at Barneys until March 25th and prices average about $500. 10% of the profits are donated back to the women of the Congo. There’s a limited collection of ready-to-wear pieces available as well to skip the six week wait.

I love the global concept of this collection. But I also love that the dresses are made in New York City. Read more about Laurent Pierce Atelier at www.lauren-pierce.com.

Beauty to the Rescue – Sunday, March 7th

Kira — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:05:22 +0000

Awwwh! Get pampered with your pooch on Sunday, March 7th at Mane Attraction Salon in Phoenix to benefit RESCUE, a Valley organization helping pets find homes!

9am – 2pm, 3156 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix (next to Zen 32 on 32nd and Camelback).

Mane Attraction Salon is partnering with RESCUE for their annual Beauty to the RESCUE event. On Sunday March 7th 2010, while beauty lovers are being pampered, their $10-$50 donation (depending on service: haircut, blow-dry, conditioning treatment etc.) will support RESCUE in its fight against pet euthanasia. Guests can also enjoy:
·         Elvis Before Noon and the Joey Arroyo Duo, local musicians to rock out with
·         Pet psychics
·         A silent auction
·         Pulled pork and brisket sandwiches from Bobby-Q
·         The chance to win a $500 cash prize or $1,000 Year of Beauty from Mane Attraction.

Call 602-956-2996 or visit www.maneattractionsalon.com for more information.

Donate to The Cinderella Affair at Estilo Boutique

Kira — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 20:45:37 +0000

Drop off your gently used prom dresses, cocktail dresses, dress shoes and accessories to Estilo Boutique in Scottsdale for the 9th Annual Cinderella Affair.

For more information on how you can help or volunteer, visit www.cindarellaaffair.org

FGI’s “Reinvent Your Closet Basics” Thursday

Kira — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:48:49 +0000

It’s a new year and time for a new closet! Find out the tricks creating new looks with your favorite wardrobe pieces with Fashion Group International of Arizona – Thursday.

And, bring your gently used “interview-appropriate” accessories for Fresh Start Women’s Foundation.

Violence Blows…

Kira — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 16:01:53 +0000

Now available at HUB Clothing at Scottsdale Fashion Square, Falling Whistles is a line of necklace whistles memorializing the child soldiers of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Inspired by a fact-finding trip by two Americans, these whistles represent the untold numbers of kids who are among the five million who have been killed in Congo’s long-running civil war. Called whistle-blowers, some of these tiny warriors are too small to even carry a gun, and are forced to the frontlines armed with nothing more than a whistle and used as human shields for the older fighters.

Hanging just over the heart, these gunmetal gray Falling Whistles retail for $44, with proceeds going to restore the lives of war-affected children in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Great gift or “piece for peace”. Learn more at www.fallingwhistles.com.

Purses and Love Purse Stuffing Party Thursday

Kira — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:10:29 +0000

The W Hotel Store – Scottsdale

Kira — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:22:57 +0000

Models showing off the Global Glam collection!

I stopped by The W Hotels “The Store” last week for a little peek at their Global Glam collection of clothing, accessories and home decor inspired by 5 of the newest W Hotels around the world – South Beach, Santiago, Hong Kong, Istanbul and Downtown NYC, during their “Sip, Shop and Soak-In the Fashionable Scene” event!

What a great little place to shop for the latest trends from LA and New York’s favorite boutique designers including Amanda Uprichard, Pleasure Doing Business, La Rok, Prairie, Tart, Rebecca Beeson, Patterson J. Kincaid, Wink – The W’s exclusive brand, Michael Kors, Ray Bans, Seychelles Shoes (one of my favorite affordable brands) and more. And the Global Glam influence throughout the store is uniquely fabulous!

Not only are the women’s fashions haute, but there’s a little something for the men, children and gifts too!

If you’re headed to the fashion show tomorrow night or just in for dinner or cocktails with friends, stop in The Store. And now through Christmas, bring in an unwrapped toy for “Toys for Tots” and receive 20% off your purchase!

These are a few of my favorite things…for holiday and everyday!

Gorgeous beaded skirt

Dolce Vita Studded heels

Seychelles Booties

The $50 and table - lots of great gifts!

Adorable headbands

Lots of fun tops and jeans from Rich and Skinny

Trumpette Gold Loafers for Baby! Awwh!

I love these! Perfect gift for a gal on the go! There's a male version too!

A fabulous read - at any age!

Singleton Moms Holiday Ball – Recap

Kira — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 20:04:10 +0000

Thank you so much to Dillards Scottsdale Fashion Square and Holli and her team from Kensington Makeup who made the mommies of Singleton Moms look and feel amazing for their annual Holiday Ball at the Scottsdale Conference Center and Resort Saturday.

If you missed the first part of this story, click ‘Tis The Season at Fashion Phoenix. For more information on how you can help Singleton Moms, click www.singletonmoms.org.

I just want to say to Andy, Jodi and all the mommies, thank you for letting me be a part of your special evening. You all looked Fabulous! xo

Holli, owner of Kensington Makeup

Holli working her makeup magic

Andy, President of Singleton Moms

A few of the mommies ready for the party!

Posing with Santa!