15Oct/090

“Less is better, simple & clean is more to win!”

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Have you ever thought about what is your clothing say about you? They might be contemplating that they are in the unhappy state or might be arguing why you put that shirt with not matching pants or skirt. I believe that if you think of the ways to make your clothing happy and content, you can probably find the way to your own sense of style.


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I tend to stick to my own quote which is "less is better, simple & clean is more to win!". What I mean by that is that simple black dress might be definitely a "winning look" among other pieces in my closet. It is easy to create a "clothing mess" but not easy to pull off the look of that "little black dress" like Coco Chanel once said. Nothing can replace simple black dress and it will never go out of style. I think Angelina Jolie will agree with me since she has worn this beautiful black gown which has a resemblance to Madame Gautreau's "Madame X" in her portrait by American painter John Singer Sargent.

13Oct/090

Dermalogica to the Rescue

As we all know, women of our day are very concerned with the appearance of their skin. They are constantly searching for skin care and skin treatments which will help to improve their skin damages especially sun damage, stretch marks, cellulite and skin aging. How do you know which ingredients are healthy and which ones might have some unhealthy side effects?


I think it is important to check for details of the brand you are using (background, founder, customer reviews, etc.) and make sure that most of the ingredients are organic. In my understanding, most brands like Chanel, Lancome, Christian Dior are concentrated mainly on make-up, fragrances and other products & are not considered to be only a "skin care line".

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I would prefer that products that I use on my skin are developed strictly by professionals who know every detail about skin cells, what is needed to maintain their healthy life and what will improve them significantly during their mature stage. One of my Top Picks is Dermalogica which was "founded in 1986 by The International Dermal Institute, Dermalogica shocked the beauty market by refusing to use artificial colors, synthetic fragrances, S.D. alcohol, lanolin or mineral oil, all of which were industry favorites due to their low cost, despite links to numerous skin problems that were well understood".

Dermalogica was picked by the readers of the most prestigious magazines like Harper’s Bazaar, Madison, Cosmopolitan and The Australian Women’s Weekly to be 2009's Best of the Best Buys & Favorite Skin Care Line. How can you beat that? Here is the list some of my favorites which I strongly recommend to my readers:

1. dermalogica AGE smart antioxidant hydramist

2. dermalogica sheer tint moisture spf 15 in medium

3. dermalogica intensive eye repair

4. clean start smart mouth lip shine

**Shop Now** Dermalogica

12Oct/090

What does your clothing say About YOU?

I have submitted an entry to America's Most Stylish Blogger contest. If I were to win, I will get my personal blog on StyleList, a blogger store on Bluefly and a Bluefly shopping spree. One of the questions in that entry, I have been asked to write a short discription of what "my clothing" will say about itself if they were asked this question. I thought about it and probably the following would be the true statement:


"I am full of attention, nothing I can possibly add that will pass by unnoticed. I am not conceded but what is fashion without confidence?! Always on time with latest trends and classic looks. Everybody wants to know where this piece was purchased, want to share it but then again will not want others to have it either... I am wearable by a fashionista, egoistically happy shopaholic who loves to splurge and surprise others that is why I am in the middle of the center stage, surrounded by others! Oh boy, its hard to be me!"

What does your clothing say about YOU? Please share it with us.

KatyaUK

12Oct/090

E-mail Notifications Update

To My Dear Bloggster:

As most of you might want to know, I have entered a contest for America’s Most Stylish Blogger powered by Stylelist & BlueFly (more details to follow in my next blog post), please keep your fingers crossed for me since if I win, I will make sure we will have a big celebration.


In addition, I have decided to decrease daily communication of my blog posts to a minimum & send notification e-mails only once or twice a week. I believe, you being a true supporter of *KatyaUK* would not need to be notified daily to visit the site. Please ensure to continue to check in daily or every other day for new posts and fashionable fun news.

KatyaUK

9Oct/090

“Sale Rack” *** Prada Friends and Family Sample Sale

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Rumor has it that when Prada sample sale was announced last year, people could not believe its true. Prices started off at 75% OFF and then dropped to 90% OFF by the end of the event. Well, guess what, it might be case this year too! Per Madison Avenue Spy, event will offer "Prada & Miu Miu ready-to-wear and shoes from fall/winter 2007 and spring/summer 2008 along with select merchandise from earlier seasons".


No Appointments Necessary. You must shop until you drop! Start saving and see you there!

Here are the details:

Dates: Sat. 10/18 to Friday 10/24
Hours: 9am to 6pm Monday through Friday and 9am to 8pm on Saturday and Sunday
Address: 609 West 51st Street between 11th and 12th Avenues NY NY
Payment: Credit Cards Only

8Oct/090

Chanel No. 5 Vintage At Its Best

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Polyvore has a great collection of Chanel Vintage clothing and accessories. It provides all the garment details as well as the originator contact meaning the stores and websites which can be your primary assistant in finding there expensive pieces. I think some of them are absolutely priceless and are not for sale.


If you search for any piece or planning to put an outfit together, you can create a great look and post it on Polyvore for everybody to see. What a great idea since you can totally share your taste and fashionista trend with everybody else on the planet.

My favorite look was the one with bright reds and always elegant blacks incorporated into a chic "Breakfast at Tiffany's" look by Arielle Goosenberth. Visit her page and have fun connecting to others who appreciate these rare Chanel Vintage pieces.

**Shop Now** Rare Vintage

6Oct/090

Think Pink: Lisa For LOFT Breast Cancer Ribbon Bracelet

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October is a Breast Cancer Awareness Month therefore I am going to attempt to help to spread the word in addition to Ann Taylor LOFT Campaign. This dark pink ribbon-chained bracelet represents "Lisa for LOFT" new creation & the touch of LuLu Frost's taste in the mix. If you purchase this $24.50 limited addition bracelet, you will donate $5.00 out of each purchase to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. You have until October 31st to purchase this bracelet in the stores or online.

**Shop Now** Breast Cancer Ribbon Bracelet by Lisa for Loft

4Oct/090

Invitation to Rue La La

Have you heard of Rue La La? This is another fun website which gives you an opportunity to "shop big" but spend less by invitation only. Please check out its private sales of designer brands, set up a reminder for an upcoming sales and even shop right from your iPhone.

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Rue La La located in South Boston in the 43,000-square-foot loft space. Sales last only 48 hours as the other websites of such sort and they actually present the clock with the seconds running until the end of the sale. Since some of the items sell out faster than others, you would be notified which one is sold out and which one is still available, making you watch & rush on your purchases next time.

Here is your chance to start shopping and saving: Rue La La Invitation!

3Oct/090

Kate Moss’s New Fall Collection at TopShop

NYMag presented sneak peak of Kate Moss's Fall Collection. I consider each item to be "an amazing surprise under $300" which hit the stores next month. The main concentration of the collection is on the party mini dresses which have great sparkle detail like metallic beads and stitched on silk material, velvets, lace and chiffon among others.


You don't need to spend thousands to have Kate Moss's item in your closet, all of the pieces are reasonable priced for its quality. For quick look at some of the pieces, I have posted a clutch, dress and a sweater which can be easily worn together... as an evening outfit.

Please visit TopShop, 478 Broadway, nr. Broome St.; 212-966-9555 or shop TopShopOnline.

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1Oct/090

Bloomingdale’s “Friends & Family Event”

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Enjoy Friends & Family Event! If you need an e-mail invitation, shoot me an e-mail and I will send an official one to you... I love Bloomingdale's & have been their customer for over 10 years!

Happy Shopping!