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Net-A-Porter - The World’s Premier Online Luxury Retailer

Posted on 23 April 2008 by Jacqueline H

NET-A-PORTER.COM is the world’s premier online luxury fashion retailer.

The award-winning website, presented in the style of a fashion magazine, offers the style-savvy customer exactly what she wants – unprecedented access to the hottest looks of the season from international cutting edge labels via worldwide express delivery.

NET-A-PORTER has successfully established itself as a luxury brand with impeccable packaging and unrivalled customer care.

The pages of NET-A-PORTER feature high fashion editorial, updated weekly with new content and product, which is viewed by over 1.25 million women each month.

Net-A-Porter

Net-A-Porter offers everything from an A-Z list of designer products, and articles to read on each section. From clothing designers, bag designers, swimwear designers, lingerie designers - just to name a few.

Net-A-Porter

You can literally have a field day here! I logged onto Burberry, and recieved a historical fashion blog, runway show, and the ability to shop. Wow!

They also offer sub headings of whats new, an online web magazine, clothing, accessoires, runway……

oh this is the good life…

Source: Net-A-Porter.com

Popularity: 5% [?]

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B.O.W. - Weekly RoundUp of the Best of the Web!

Posted on 22 April 2008 by Angelique

Couture in the City is happy to bring you B.O.W. - the Best Of the Web in a weekly roundup of posts from fine blogs and sites.

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Moms Buzz: Warm Biscuit Giveaway! Play and Win!  Play and win in our Warm Biscuit Giveaway! Take the front seat at your computer and start browsing through www.warmbiscut.com

Stylenotes: The Best Sunglasses of the Season  Keep the glaring sun at bay with our stylish selection of sunglasses — from the classic wayfarer to the more outrageous, contemporary designs.

The Japanese Secret to Eating Well  Discover one of the greatest joys of life - the pleasure of every bite!

Couture in the City: Today’s Couture - Louis Vuitton  Welcome to the world of Louis Vuitton. Now available to us all is this essential designer travel wear. Branded by Marc Jacobs, this collection has become one of the most powerful and stylish iconic accessories today. It dosen’t matter where you go. A Louis Vuitton boutique is there.

Popularity: 5% [?]

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Vera Wang- Designer Wedding Gowns to Shine In

Posted on 22 April 2008 by Jacqueline H

Decidng your wedding gown is one of the most important decisions for you to make on your special day - and in your life!

Luxury and comfort is of crucial importance, as is an enduring style. That will create many special memories for years to come.

Vera Wang

Vera Wang - Designer Bridal Gowns

The Queen (in an essence) of designer bridal wear is Vera Wang. Always challenging the genre, with new and delightful designs. These gowns will be an excellent choice for those who desire simplicity with a touch of classic.

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Vera Wang

Frustrated in her own search for a wedding dress that reflected who she is, Vera Wang decided to start designing her own wedding dress collection. In 1990, she introduced her first wedding gown collection in her newly opened bridal salon on Madison Avenue. Since then, the Vera Wang Collection and Vera Wang Luxe collection introduces new designs twice a year.

Her name in the wedding dress industry has surpassed may others and now recognized as an authority on wedding dresses. Vera Wang style is called “a modern, sophisticated approach to classic style”. With each wedding dress design, Vera Wang captures the individual woman behind the label ‘bride’. These designs are truly incredible.

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Vera Wang Luxe

Frill it up with this off white~cream gown, accented with siphon flowers at the waist.

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Vera Wang Collection

Sculpted mermaid gown with on-the-shoulder straps, crumb-catcher bustline, and ruffle-tiered godet skirt with back bows.

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Vera Wang Luxe

Staying in the vein of sashes. Dress it up with silver and don brocaded lace.

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Vera Wang Collection

Beautiful, clean, simple. This gown says it all. And encompasses the greek goddess . This off the shoulder gown is nothing to be shy in.

Source: Vera Wang, google.com

Popularity: 13% [?]

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Frownies - A Natural Alternative To Botox

Posted on 21 April 2008 by Jacqueline H

Here we are ladies, our prayers have been answered! Finally, we have reached a natural alternative to those Botox injections. Yes, Frownies is here.

Frownies

Frownies is Hollywoods best kept secret. But that is no longer the case. This fab age defying, anti wrinkle system has been featured in O Magazine, and Good Housing Keeping alike.

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Good Housekeeping Magazine

Now before we get into the exciting part i.e. testing the product. There is an amazing history behind Frownies and how it began.

Frownies were created in 1889 after Margaret Kroesen discovered that her daughter Alice, a concert pianist, had developed unsightly wrinkles and frown lines. With a desire to maintain her youthful beauty and stage presence, Mrs. Kroesen created Wrinkle Eradicators (as they were first called) by employing the basic principle of fitness to the muscles of the face. Several years later, Mrs. Kroesen’s entered the business world; she joined B & P Company (Beauty and Personality) as Managing Director. By offering only her Wrinkle Eradicators and skin treatments, which has become a great success up until today.

Frownies Face Lift in a bag

Frownies - Face Lift in a bag

Now I have had the honor of trying this fabulous product. And I can’t rave about it enough. After using the whole kit, Face Lift in a bag. My skin was radiant, bright, supple and plump. And beautiful, like I stepped out of a plastic surgeons office after having a few light botox and dermabrasion surgical procedures. Yes, I can hear it in your voice, you are excited!

But to get the full results you have to use the whole kit.

Frownies - Ph Balancing Wash

Frownies - Ph Balancing Wash -Contains the freshness of lavender essential oil and the cleaning power of soapwort and soap yucca to detoxify, balance, and clean the skin’s surface.

Start with the ph Balancing Complexion Wash. Apply small drop (less than dime size) in the palm of your hand, and work into lather with slightly cool to warm water. Apply to the entire face and neck area as well as under eyes, rinse well.

*Note from Frownies: Never use hot water on the face it is very drying.

Immune Perfect

Frownies - Immune Perféct Wrinkle Cream

Secondly, apply Frownies Immune Perféct Wrinkle Cream I just loved the texture of this lotion and the way it gently absorbs into the skin. Instantly I noticed my skin is hydrated bright and plump. This rich formula has powerful cellular interactive antioxidants with active Vitamin E and 17 amino acids! Use all over the the entire face, under the eyes and the neck area.

*Note from Frownies: Do not put the gel cream in the palm of you hand and rub. This activates the delivery system and the penetration begins in your hands.

Frownies Pads

Frownies - Facial Pads

Frownies - Facial Pads

Frownies - Facial Pads - How to apply to the face

Thirdly, wet Frownies Facial Patches using Hydrator Spray or distilled water and apply over the lines. Leave in place at least three hours or, for best results, overnight.

*Note: Remember to use plenty of water upon removing the pads. And don’t feel daunted by using the facial pads either. They do feel a little tight on the skin, so try to relax when wearing them for a few hours. But they are quite comfortable when you are use to wearing them. (Just think of the results!)

After removing the facial pads, the areas where the patches were are a little sensitive. And maybe a little red, so be gentle. But after a few minutues the results are amazing. Any minor wrinkles I had were completely gone. Plus the skin in those areas were firmer.

Rose Hydrator Spray

Rose Hydrator Spray

Now this is my favorite part, use the Hydrating Rose Spray as a daily toner, or after cleansing. It is a wonderfully refreshing pick up after exercising, or anytime of the day.

Now I truly loved this product. And I use it daily, especially the facial wash, hydrating spray and Immune Perféct lotion. I will now use the pads once a week, or every other week just for the tone and lift they give. But, what I truly love about the product is that it is made of natural ingredients.

I used Face Lift in a bag prior to a photo shoot, which gave me great results.

Jacqueline at photo shoot

Jacqueline H. at photo shoot, having used Face Lift in a bag prior to shoot

You can visit the Frownies official website to learn more about this wonderful product. Also, Couture In the City will be giving away a Face lift in in a bag to one of our lucky readers. Check in to view the giveaway post for more details.

Source: Frownies.com, KMR Communicatuions, NY

Popularity: 7% [?]

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Enter to Win Frownies Face Lift in a Bag Giveaway

Posted on 21 April 2008 by Angelique

Are you ready to reduce those lines between your eyes? Then enter our Frownies Face Lift in a Bag giveaway! Sign up for our newsletter now through May 4th for a chance to win. Already get our newsletter? Then you are automatically entered!

One lucky winner will receive:

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This practical, easy-to-maintain skincare regimen incorporates the proven power of Frownies Facial Pads PLUS biologically active antioxidants, natural extracts and hydrators, visible results in as little as 14 days!

Includes:
1 Frownies Facial Pads FBE 144 count
1 Frownies Facial Pads CEM 144 count
1 Frownies pH Balancing Complexion Wash 4 oz. (118 ml.)
1 Frownies Rose Water Hydrator Spray 2 oz. (59 ml.)
1 Frownies Immune Perféct 29 ml.
1 Elegant Go-Anywhere Makeup Tote!

Frownies Giveaway valued at $99.95

Enter now for a new summer glow courtesy of Frownies and Couture in the City.

Visit Frownies to discover more about this amazing line of beauty products.

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Check Out Who, What, Wear, Video

Posted on 18 April 2008 by Jacqueline H

Be sure to catch the Who, What, Wear video fashion blog, featured on our site. This bodacious dish of daily fashion news, gives hot tips on the latest fashions trends via a video stream blog.

Who, What, Wear TV

The video features a TV blog in honor of the upcoming Earth Day (Tuesday, April 22nd). They feature eco-couture designers. Amongst fashionable pieces that are both glamorous and green. Watch and see for yourself a few of their favorite earth-friendly designs in an episode of Who, What, Wear, TV. Featured exclusively on Couture In The City.

Popularity: 5% [?]

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Fab Fashion Blogs Friday

Posted on 18 April 2008 by Angelique

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Shopping Guide: The Best 5 Pieces from Go International for Target
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Heather Hyde Jewels “it”
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Celebrity Style: Ally Hilfiger
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Popularity: 4% [?]

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Today’s Couture - Louis Vuitton

Posted on 18 April 2008 by Jacqueline H

Louis Vuitton

Welcome to the world of Louis Vuitton. Now available to us all is this essential designer travel wear. Branded by Marc Jacobs, this collection has become one of the most powerful and stylish iconic accessories today. It dosen’t matter where you go. A Louis Vuitton boutique is there.

Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez - who was a spokesmodel for Louis Vuitton in 2003

Naomi Campbell

Naomi Campbell - is the international face for the Louis Vuitton brand

This international icon, has taken on many faces. Over the years we have seen many spokesmodels for the designer brand. Such high flyers as Jennifer Lopez , Naomi Campbell, and kate Moss. Have been the face and new image for Louis. Each perfecting the forever changing leather.

Kate Moss for Louis Vuitton

Kate Moss - Iconed the forever changing faces of Vuitton

Keith Richards

Keith Richards, the newest and latest spokesmodel rocks with Louis

Keith Richards, the legendary guitarist and songwriter, and founding member of The Rolling Stones, is the latest celebrity to feature in Louis Vuitton’s advertising campaign. Produced by Ogilvy & Mather, the campaign restates travel as the fundamental and defining value of Louis Vuitton, interpreting it as a personal journey and a process of self-discovery.

In this latest visual, photographed by Annie Leibovitz, Keith Richards is pictured cradling his guitar in a hotel room he has transformed by draping black scarves with skull motifs over the lamps and placing a skull on a bedside table.

This successful and forever changing brand will I’m sure continue to re-invent itself with the latest of fashionable leather designs for bags, gloves, and other LV accessories that we enjoy. The world of Louis Vuitton has just begun, with many iconic faces to come.

Source: Louis Vuitton, MSN, Google, AP

Popularity: 7% [?]

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Accessories Alert! More Shoes and Bags

Posted on 17 April 2008 by Jacqueline H

Lets keep it clean and simple with these accessories to add to your daily routine. From Mudd, Ed Hardy and Yellow Box shoes. To Betseyville bags, by Betsy Johnson.

Mudd ‘Perform’ - Women

Mudd ‘Perform’ - Women

Cool and casual! You’ll enjoy this lovely canvas shoe from Mudd. This shoe has fabric upper with nubuck toe. A canvas lining accents a flexible rubber sole.

MUDD Cutiepie Shoe

MUDD Cutiepie Shoe

Cute is just one of a long list of adjectives perfect to describe these slingbacks. With a contrast festive print and peep toe upper. These cutiepie shoes are sure to make your spring/summer day.

Mudd White Platform Sandal

MUDD Womens white wedge sandals

This perfect open toe design with platform heel, is perfect to wear with shorts and a tee.

A bright Yellow Box will always get your attention and spark your curiosity, right? Well, Yellow Box shoes knows so, and that’s why they named their company the way they did! Since 1998, Yellow Box has created chic and beautiful footwear fashion for the young ladies of the world. Well known for sandal footwear, Yellow Box is not only present in many closets in America, but also in the beautiful feet of the variety of women who love Yellow Box shoes. Celebrities such as Christina Aguilera, Kelly Ripa, Julia Roberts and Eva Longoria have worn Yellow Box shoes.

Yellow Box; Leather Demi Wedge Thong with Chain Detail

Yellow Box; Leather Demi Wedge Thong with Chain Detail

Add a little glam to your wardrobe with this chain link and leather thong from Yellow Box. This flip-flop is the perfect height for anything from capris and jeans to skirts and Bermuda shorts.

Yellow Box - Magic (Black)

Yellow Box - Magic (Black)

Fresh and fabulous dress shoes with lots of glamour to spare. Oversized rhinestone ornaments adorn the vamp.

Yellow Box Dynamic Shoes Women {leopard}

Yellow Box Dynamic Shoes Women {leopard}

Dare to be different in these wild, but elegant, slide from Yellowbox. Set in a calfhair upper with your choice of animal print. Slightly padded insole so you can dance the night away.

Legendary tattoo artist Don Ed Hardy and fashion whiz Christian Audigier have teamed up to bring vintage-inspired tattoo artwork to a fantastic apparel line called Ed Hardy. You may know the celeb-adored T-shirts, but the line also includes knockout shoes.

Ed Hardy - Espa-HI (Skull Green) - Footwear

Ed Hardy - Espa-HI (Skull Green) - Footwear

Women’s Decks - Ed Hardy

Women’s Decks

Ed Hardy - Bullet (Tiger Gold) - Footwear

Ed Hardy - Bullet (Tiger Gold) - Footwear

Betseyville Tuft Daddy Hobo

Betseyville Tuft Daddy Hobo

Betseyville Fur-Get-me Not Tote

Betseyville Fur-Get-me Not Tote

Source: TheFind.com, Google.com

Popularity: 6% [?]

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Online Shopping Haven - LuLu*s

Posted on 16 April 2008 by Jacqueline H

What a great way to discover new fashions’ than at the LuLu*s online boutique.

LuLu’s

LuLu*s is fun, hip and trendy. LuLu*s started with the vision of providing the latest for the fashionably hip. Along with providing exceptional value, quality, and superb customer service. Since it opened in 1996, LuLu*s has grown from a mother-daughter dream to one of the web’s most outstanding shopping experiences.

All Tomorrows Parties Dress in Silver

All Tomorrows Parties Dress in Silver

LuLu*s offers a select choice of clothing, shoes and accessories. Their brands consist of emerging new designers, and usually comes directly from the designers’ studios. With world class buyers, LuLu*s offers the best in independent items to suit each individuals tastes.

Victoria Tuxedo Top in Black

Victoria Tuxedo Top in Black

See Thru Soul Petunia Jean

See Thru Soul Petunia Jean

These cute four pocket, white jeans are flared and feature two slit pockets in the back.

Alice Goes Aztec Bag in Orange

Alice Goes Aztec Bag in Orange

This unique orange bag has a brown and yellow Aztec design on the front with white contrast stitching. The sides are piped in black and the strap features bands of yellow, brown and muted teal.

Naughty Monkey Candyland Green Floral and Patent Pump

Naughty Monkey Candyland Green Floral and Patent Pump

This shoe is emerald green, with patent leather. And has a faux wooden heel. And has an adorable embroidered floral pattern.

LuLu*s is also offering a discount code to our readers. The code is “coutureinthecity” and you will recieve 15% off your order. This code will be valid until May 23rd. Also - orders over $75 receive free shipping.

Source: LuLu*s.com

Popularity: 5% [?]

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