Yes this weekend is the 4th of July! Our great independence from Great Britain! Well even though I recently became a US citizen a few years back, I always laugh at this dual prospect. Since I am also British. But who cares about that! What we do care about though is how to look good this weekend, right!

Well here are a few of my beauty and fashion tips for all you ladies out there!

Keep it strong in navy blue

Yep keep those blues a flyin’! And if you like beauty accessories, go for the blue nail polish. I like the Sephora brand for all its sparkling goodness!
Sephora Brand Glittering Nail Polish lets you treat your tips to a sparkling assortment of eye-catching shades. These scene-stealing colors add a touch of dramatic flair to your latest look. A glam-girl is not fully dressed without a glittering gleam on her nails this weekend!

Be hot in your red

Yes it’s cool to be hot in red! Try on a red t-shirt to sport your patriotic goodness! This one is from Dillards for $10.00.

Keep it clean in white

White jeans have never looked so good! These are from True Religion for $195.00. Just be sure not too get any ketchup on them from your hamburger this weekend! Happy 4th of July!

It’s easy to look like a star these days. Just a little right hair and make-up here, and the right outfit there. Before your know it, you a sporting a look that could be as good as any star out there today! So I am always on the lookout for that fashionable celebrity look for less! Yes it does not have to be expensive or exactly the same. As long as it shows a similar trend and technique, that is what counts! Now I chose Anne Hathaway looking quite dapper at her red carpet event. She was dressed to impress in this very cute gold Marchesa dress, where she made an appearance at the Shakespeare in the Park’s ‘Twelfth Night’ Premiere in New York City.
Now here is how I recreated that style!

Top Shop’s Scallop Skirt Dress in lemon has that same feel and design just like Anne’s dress. And for $135.00, it is a far less cry for a girl on the cheap!

Go for the gold strappy sandal when you want to repeat that look or style like Anne’s. Here is a great gold high heel from Top Shop’s shoe collection. For $145 it is a real steal!

The summer is not over as yet! And I’ll tell you why…because we still need to let you know about some fantastic giveaways! We always love free gifts! Especially in today’s economy! Saint Grace is offering you our readers a chance to win some really fantatsic prizes!
Celebs such as Katherine Heigl, Fergie, Katie Holmes, Sienna Miller, Lindsay Lohan, Scarlett Johansson, Kate Beckingsale, Reese Witherspoon and Jessica Simpson have all been seen out and about wearing Saint Grace. Now you have a chance to join them!

Write your own review of the current Saint Grace Summer 09 collection and submit your entry for a chance to win a shopping spree with Saint Grace! Here is the run down of prizes!

1st Place: $300 St Grace gift certificate
2nd Place: $150 St Grace gift certificate
3rd Place: $75 St Grace gift certificate

To submit your entry go to GotSpot!

Some ideas for your entry could include the style and color subjects of the clothes. The ever so divine name-Saint Grace. And how you too can look as good as a celebrity if you won! Well the list can go on and on!

To view the 2009 Saint Grace Collection go to www.saintgrace.com. And good luck!

Accessories are a great option for picking up on current trends because there’s not as much worry about fit, and often just a small touch of “trendy” can update an entire look. Here are three pieces that quote some of the trends from the 80s that are hot now. All these are available on 80sPurple.com.

First, there’s The Superior Watch from Nixon that is made in a chunky, stylized 80s look. This analog watch has two hands run with Japanese quartz technology. It is water resistant to 30 meters with a hardened mineral crystal, stainless steel detail. The watch strap is made of imported leather with a stainless steel buckle. $120.00

Give your hair an 80s vibe with this handmade Lara Kranitz Women’s Ava Short Headband in purple. This is a thin headband wrapped in silk cord with a gold chain and feathers that cascade behind your ears. The chain is 9 inches long. $42.00

Finally, you can do amazing things with a silk scarf, particularly one with a bold graphic print like this Diesel Women’s Rivatarf Foulard with silver and blue print. Made of silk chiffon, it measures 32 x 32 inches. $50.00

Shop 80’s Purple for more fabulous finds..

One Shoulder Dresses

The fun thing about summer is that even on dress-up occasions, you can still get away with an element of fun. One of the pieces that exemplifies this is this Kelly B Alana One-Shoulder Dress. In elegant, goes-with-everything black, this one-shouldered beauty has a double layer ruffle in front and over the shoulder. It is made from luxurious 92% hemp, 8% spandex (dress) and 90% Modal 10% silk (ruffle). $128

Marc by Marc Jacobs Handbags

The Posh Turnlock Dot handbag from Marc by Marc Jacobs is a different look for a summer handbag, in stone-colored crinkled shiny leather. It is large enough to hold all your gear: iPhone, Blackberry, lipstick, sunglasses, wallet, and even a bottle of water. The platform bottom has feet to protect the bag from scuffs. Dual handles drop by 6 inches, and the bag is also available in indigo blue. The top zips shut, and the front flap pocket has a signature Marc by Marc Jacobs turnlock. $375.00

Hoop Earrings

With your hair in a summer-perfect updo and with the one-shouldered dress, your neck and shoulders will be emphasized. You can add even more glamour with the right pair of earrings, like these Melissa Joy Manning Triangle Hoop Earrings in 14K yellow gold. This is a new take on the classic hoop earring, with a rounded triangle shape. The diameter at the widest point measures 1 ½ inches. $163

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Want to look like supermodel Cindy Crawford? Well maybe we can’t look like her. But we can sure steal her style! The stylish supermodel strolled around Los Angeles this weekend wearing white PRVCY Premium jeans. Cindy’s Monaco straight leg jeans, floral top and subtle accessories created a flawless weekend ensemble. PRVCY Premium’s white jeans feature sewn front pockets – eliminating bulk and unsightly pocket lines found in other jeans.
With her supermodel status – it’s no wonder Cindy found the best white jeans out there! Eva Longoria Parker, Jessica Alba, Cameron Diaz, Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Lopez, Katherine Heigl, Lauren Conrad, Taylor Swift, and Lindsay Lohan are just a few of PRVCY’s ever-expanding celebrity fan base.
Remember you can get this look too! Try your local boutique for the floral tops and addtional accessories to boot!

PRVCY Premium jeans are available at www.bloomingdales.com

Alfred Angelo has a wonderful collection of rental gowns and dresses to choose from

Something old, new, borrowed and blue – that is the wedding tradition - but this wedding season getting something new may be a struggle. According to industry research firm IBISWorld, spending on rented bridal gowns is expected to grow 7.5 percent to $43 million - up from $40 million in 2008.

With brides renting dresses, sales of new wedding gowns are expected to decrease 2.8 percent this year, reaching just $973 million. While the decline is not as steep as the 4.2 percent drop experienced in 2008, the industry has seen declines since 2001. Brides who do purchase a dress will more likely buy their garments in high-end department stores, formal clothing stores, or online – like PreOwnedWedddingDress.com – opposed to a bridal store.

The one thing couples will not be renting this year is wedding planners. Compared to 2008, the amount spent on wedding planners is expected to drop 4.2 percent to $785 million. In fact, the average cost of a wedding is expected to drop eight percent in 2009 to just $20,000 – in 2007 the average was $30,000.

“The recession is expected to exacerbate the already declining marriage rate, as couples put off the ‘big day’ until the time is right financially,” explained Toon van Beeck, senior analyst with IBISWorld. “Spending will undoubtedly be impacted by such postponements, and these cost cutting measures will start from the purchase of an engagement ring, all the way to the end of the honeymoon.”

We always want to be like the stars, but how can we reach that far? Well one way is to use the same product that they do! From Brad Pitt to Cameron Diaz,
Epicuren Products have been the keenest choice for the stars beauty regimen. And mostly this luxurious brand is spread through word of mouth, as some of the best products for skin care on the market.
They specialize in so many different areas and are ever changing and evolving to create the most luxurious and natural ingredients! And what is Epicuren’s mission? To enhance their customer’s well being and personal evolution. (I can see why so many stars use this product). What’s their secret? The enzymes in Epicuren products is used to improve the overall health of your skin. You can expect to see an improvement in color, tone, texture, and the appearance of fine lines. Initially when utilizing the Epicuren Discovery® enzymes, the skin will go through a transition period and may purge impurities, leaving your skin feeling tight and dry. This effect is an indication that the enzymes are working. It is important to moisturize more frequently during this transition. In a couple of weeks the skin will balance out, leaving a healthy glow.

Go to www.epicuren.com to see more of this exceptional product to the stars!

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Halle Berry lives the Dream - Whether on set filming or taking some personal downtime, Halle Berry lives her life in front of the cameras. With all that pressure, a girl’s got to look polished at all times - enter Dream Culture…

Last week, exiting a chic LA spa, this Academy Award winner knew the best and easiest way to look chic was to wear Dream Culture’s effortless silk chiffon Trapeze Dress. This new classic by Dream Culture is a sultry topaz-brown with double loop straps, putting a flirty spin on the classic summer mini dress. Meticulously created with cross died silk linens, this comfortable dress is perfect for any fashion-minded woman who is looking for affordable, quality fashion.

Available for only $118.00 everyone can afford to look as hot as Halle - luckily we don’t have to deal with the cameras. Pick up yours online at: Dream-Culture.net

Based on the concept of creating innovative fashion knitwear products, Qi has developed a loyal customer following. The Qi customer is open to the world around her, her style is a work of art, and she finds joy in expressing creativity through her wardrobe. Qi strives to push the design envelope in each season, with the use of imported yarns, cashmere, and cashmere blends. Qi is available at better department and specialty stores throughout the United States, Canada, Japan, and Europe.

A trend that has been seen at the Superbowl & Grammy Awards: The Military Jacket.   With Qi’s iteration, the reccessionista can rock this trend at an affordable price!

Autumn, White & Warren get nervous; Qi is launching their first ecommerce site:  www.qicashmereshop.com The website will include styles that have been seen on Rihanna, Adrienne Bailon, and Ashley Tisdale!

Complimentary discount of 25% off! Enter QIFIRST25, launching Monday June 22nd!