Today we are featuring our fall giveaway with our good friends at Sephora! But today’s giveaway is a little different! We at Couture would like to hear why you feel that you are a beauty authority! Yes, we want you to tell us in a few sentences why you love the Sephora brand, and what makes you a beauty diva!

Here are today’s spectacular giveaways from Sephora!

Win this! Colorful Pearl Mono Eyeshadow

What it is: Luminous pearl eye shadow in a round compact.

What else you need to know: Each of these pocket-sized shadows glides on smooth with a sheer, luminous finish that can be layered for added intensity. Each sheer shade is perfect for layering and highlighting. Enriched with green tea to soothe the delicate eye area.

Here is what Sephora fans are saying about the product!

“I love these shadows! They apply smoothly, blend well, feel light, lasts a long time & don’t dry out the lids. Such a pretty finish!” Caroline G, Boston, MA

“I bought a lovely dark grey, and it blends so well! I love the dramatic looks I can achieve with this eye shadow.” Victoria Rae, Seattle WA

Win this! FACE Exfoliator & Mask - Normal Skin

What it is: A gentle, yet effective exfoliating face scrub and mask in one.

What it is formulated to do: Gently loosens and peels away impurities and dead skin cells while relaxing and smoothing facial contours.

What users are saying;

“I love this exfoliator and mask! At first I wasn’t sure how it could possibly work as both, but it does a fantastic job. For quick exfoliations, I rub it on and rinse it off. Then about once a week, I leave it on in the shower for 5 minutes or so and rinse. My skin has never felt better!” Sassy Red, Palm Dale, CA.

So be creative! And send us your comments on being a beauty authority! The reader who sends the most creative comment will be picked as the winner by Couture! So be sure to enter and send your comments to jacquelineh@coutureinthecity.com. And also to our Editor at angelique@coutureinthecity.com. Remember to leave us your name, email address, and where you are from. And please add this title to your email, Sephora And My Beauty Giveaway. This giveaway and contest will run until October 31st 2008. So be sure to get your comments in! Also the winning comment will be posted on Couture in the City! So good luck my beautynistas!

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Article by © Jacqueline H. - Senior Writer 2008

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Couture in the City is proud to present our  Body Butter, Body Scrubs, & SPF 30 - It’s Our End Of Summer Giveaway From Sephora!

Win this! SuperStars - Super Shield Skin Saver SPF 30 - Valued at $10.00

Angelique - The Editor’s Pick- Win the Sephora Peach Blossom Body Butter - Valued at $16.00!

Jacqueline - Senior Writer’s Pick - Sephora Peach Blossom body scrub - valued at $16.00!

So to win with Sephora subscribe to Couture in the City! If you already do you are already entered into the pool of picks! The giveaway will run until September 9th.

Go to www.sephora.com to see more of what beauty has to offer!

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Couture in the City is proud to present Taste Of The Exotic With Zavida Jewelry!

So to win the beautiful 22k Gold Vermeil necklace by Zavida Jewelry valued at $110.00 subscribe to Couture in the City! If you already do you are already entered into the pool of picks! The giveaway will run until September 12th.

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Win this on Today’s Couture! A beautiful 22k Gold Vermeil necklace by Zavida Jewelry! Valued at $110.00! Subscribe here if you don’t already and be added to the Couture in the City readers pool of picks.

Couture in the City and Zavida Gemstones is proud to announce our exclusive giveaway on Today’s Couture! Today we are featuring a review of this exceptional and exotic jewelry line from around the world! This beautiful line of jewelry is a personal favorite of mine. And you can’t go wrong with a jewelry line whose artists are diverse from the most exotic parts of the world. From India, Africa, Asia, Central America and South America. The Zavida line specializes in bringing unique and beautiful jewelry from around the world - with a touch of the exotic. Most of their jewelry line is made of sterling silver, gold and exceptionally high quality gemstones.

Editor’s choice - These exceptionally beautiful 22k gold vermeil and blue topaz with aquamarine are an elegant dangle earring to wear out to dinner.

Angelique - Editor’s choice - “I love these earrings! Blue topaz is one of my favorite stones. On a fashion sense, I would recommend wearing these earrings with hair in a nice sleek ponytail. I wore them to a birthday party last weekend and I received so many complements on how adorable they looked! These make a great gift item too!”

Senior Writer’s choice - gold vermeil and filigree earrings. With circular filigree designed with charm dangles, in a swirl post earring. These are great to wear anytime, anywhere!

Even though Zavida creates exceptional jewelry, they also have a keen hand in philanthropy. Their mission - to help struggling artisans half -way around the world. Zavida Gemstones makes a point in offering socially-conscious handmade semi-precious gemstone jewelry.

So far Zavida has granted $23,000 to support the indigenous silversmiths of India who create some of Zavida’s jewelry offerings. The funds come as part of Zavida’s progressive business model that gives back 25% of its profits to struggling regions where its worldly jewelry and gemstones originate, plus private donations. Now that’s giving back! In addition to giving back 25% of their profits, Zavida purchases directly from the silversmiths. Helping to further the silversmiths’ financial gain. Zavida then sells the silversmiths’ pieces as part of the many jewelry options offered on its retail website.

But now Couture in the City and Zavida are giving back too! And be one of the lucky readers to win our exceptional gift item. Enter today, and if you already subscribe to Couture in the City, you are automatically added into the pool of picks. This fantastic giveaway will run until September 12th! So be sure to check back in. When we will be giving away another beautiful jewelry item from Zavida on Friday September 19th! So good luck to you all my fashionistas!

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Yes it is our end of summer giveaway! And thanks to Sephora we have an amazing line of really cool products that you can win! Now these are some of my summer favorites, and they feel great on the skin, as well as smell great too! And one lucky Couture in the City reader will win the whole set! So here is what’s up for grabs.

Win this! SuperStars - Super Shield Skin Saver SPF 30 - Valued at $10.00

This is the perfect way to save face for shade worshippers everywhere. This groundbreaking formulation is fantastic for face and body and for all skin types. It’s ultra-light, oil-free, and absorbs quickly, leaving pores clog-free and your skin with the most advanced UVA/UVB protection available. Not to mention, it contains skin-strengthening collagen, antioxidant vitamin complex A, C, and E, and soothing anti-aging botanicals to keep you gorgeous - no matter the weather.

To use: Apply liberally to face and body one hour before sun exposure. Re-apply every two hours to ensure maximum protection - more frequently when swimming or sweating.

Did we like it? Absolutely! Don’t think because summer is nearing it’s end that you don’t need an SPF skin protector. Because you do. Sun rays can still affect sensitive skin, even on cloudy days.

Angelique - The Editor’s Pick- Win the Sephora Peach Blossom Body Butter - Valued at $16.00!

What it is: A rich, lightly scented cream for the entire body.

What it is formulated to do: This thick, luxurious moisturizer rejuvenates skin with natural shea butter and beeswax, which softens skin and prevents against moisture loss.

What did we like about it the most? The smell is absolutely fabulous! And smells decadently like a beautiful peach orchard in the summer. Very dreamy.

Jacqueline - Senior Writer’s Pick - Sephora Peach Blossom body scrub - valued at $16.00!

What it is: A lightly scented body exfoliator.

What it is formulated to do: Using small Jojoba beads, this gentle yet effective scrub stimulates the skin while polishing away dry, dead cells. Macadamia Seed oil softens and hydrates the newly revealed skin.

Did we like it? I loved it! It is one of my favorite summer picks from Sephora. Again the scent is really amazing and fills the whole shower with an exotic and peachy aroma. I found this to be very therapeutic for the soul. And a sure winner. Five stars for me.

So if you wish to win this wonderful set of goodies from Sephora, then enter here. Now if you already subscribe to Couture in the City, you are automatically put into the pool of picks. The giveaway will run until September 9th. So good luck to you all my beautynistas!

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Congrats to Mary Beth from Raleigh, NC! Mary Beth is the winner of our Red, White and Beauty Sephora Giveaway!

Sephora Brand Atomic Volume Mascara

Sephora Brand Nail Patches available in red for our giveaway item

*Editor’s Pick: Sephora Brand Flashy Waterproof Liner

Keep a lookout for more great giveaways like this one from Couture in the City! You can win at Couture In The City too…just keep looking for more great giveaways like these! Good luck!

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Couture in the City is proud to present with Sephora our Red, White and Beauty giveaway! One day left to enter.

Sephora Brand Atomic Volume Mascara

Sephora Brand Nail Patches available in red for our giveaway item

*Editor’s Pick: Sephora Brand Flashy Waterproof Liner

So to win the fabulous items mentioned subscribe to Couture in the City! If you already do you are already entered into the pool of picks! The giveaway will run until July 10th.

Go to www.sephora.com to see more of what beauty has to offer!

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Couture in the City is proud to present with Sephora our Red, White and Beauty giveaway! Two days left to enter.

Sephora Brand Atomic Volume Mascara

Sephora Brand Nail Patches available in red for our giveaway item

*Editor’s Pick: Sephora Brand Flashy Waterproof Liner

So to win the fabulous items mentioned subscribe to Couture in the City! If you already do you are already entered into the pool of picks! The giveaway will run until July 10th.

Go to www.sephora.com to see more of what beauty has to offer!

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As you know Elliott Lucca was our designer couture giveaway for the month of June.

Congratulations to all our Elliott Lucca handbag giveaway winners for the month of June. Winners include Kate, Raquel, Elizabeth, Gina and Tina Barker.

Here are the bags that were won in our giveway.

Calypso Satchel 

Calypso Shopper


Calypso Clutch 

Couture in the City would like to thank Elliott Lucca for their generous contribution!

Keep a lookout for more great giveaways like this one from Couture in the City! You can win at Couture In The City too…just keep looking for more great giveaways like these! Good luck!

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Couture in the City is proud to present with Sephora our Red, White and Beauty giveaway! Three days left to enter.

Sephora Brand Atomic Volume Mascara

Sephora Brand Nail Patches available in red for our giveaway item

*Editor’s Pick: Sephora Brand Flashy Waterproof Liner

So to win the fabulous items mentioned subscribe to Couture in the City! If you already do you are already entered into the pool of picks! The giveaway will run until July 10th.

Go to www.sephora.com to see more of what beauty has to offer!

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