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Fashion + Beauty + Skin Care

Grab a spot of tea (or wine!) and settle in to read this month’s reviews. Thanks to the msf team of testers for their help. Enjoy!
Ulrich Lang New York Anvers candle
First off, love the packaging - very simple and elegant. Second, the scent is fantastic. Manly, but not overpowering. I love lighting this candle for […]

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Sometimes, great products transfer easily from child to adult. And it certainly is the case for Tiny Tillia. London-born designer Tiffany Lerman, creator of the successful Chester collection of fashion prints found on products ranging from handbags to scrapbooking, launched the children’s brand Tiny Tillia in 2006 with a range of all-natural bath and body […]

Read: Introducing Tiny Tillia »

While it may be a bit selfish at times, the quiet contest clearly serves a purpose … sanity. My kids and I play this game in the car almost every week. I am sure they don’t realize the rationale behind it, but nonetheless, enjoy every second of it. Okay, so maybe I enjoy it even […]

Read: Quiet Contest … Starting Now (Not) »

It’s always interesting to see how others interpret black tie. Granted, back in the day, the name was literally a formal translation. However, you don’t have to shy away from color any more … nor should you. You can even get away with more of a cocktail dress versus a long skirt or gown. But […]

Read: Appropriate Attire For Black-Tie Events »

Most of us have had one experience or two ordering internationally. And while the majority of websites and catalogs do their best to help us determine the right size, it can be daunting. Another factor which rarely is clarified is the particular fit from a particular designer, whether that be clothing or shoes. I cannot […]

Read: Size Charts Converted »

History is an amazing thing. It weaves in and out of our lives … most of the times, unknowingly. So you can imagine the goose bumps that appeared as I listened to the story unfold. Completely and utterly enveloped in the romance of it all.
What an extreme pleasure to have met with Victoria Christian, […]

Read: Victoria Christian: Evoking Emotion Through Scent »

It never fails, the mornings I have somewhere to be my eyes decide to pack their bags and come along for the ride. I have a special eye mask ice pack (if it’s really bad), and yes I have tried tea bags, as well. But really, we want something a bit more simple, right? Having […]

Read: Depuff Those Eyes »

April Promotion: Cleansing Wash and Soft & Smooth
The Cleansing Wash is a soap-free, mild foaming gel that uniquely loosens skin oils, deposits, cellular debris, and other residue to allow thorough, gentle cleansing without drying. This is one of the best facial cleansers I have ever used. It’s one of those items I’ve turned everyone on. […]

Read: Theraderm April Special »

When I received my invitation to attend the grand opening event of the new Clive Christian Showroom in Charlotte, NC in March, I was ecstatic! Not only am I a huge fan of the fragrances (No. 1 being my scent), but having had the opportunity to speak with Clive’s daughter, Victoria, recently made it a […]

Read: Clive Christian Showroom Opening »

I received a question from Susan today who asks, “What can I wear when it’s still cold outside but I am tired of my winter clothes?” I know exactly where you are coming from. It’s April but it feels like February (except for those of you fortunate to be in warmer climates). You so want […]

Read: Spring is Here - But the Weather Isn’t Cooperating »