Today: 24 september 2008

Word: Idiosyncrasy (ih dee uh sihn kruh see)
:::noun:::meaning:::peculiarity of temperament, eccentricity:::

example usage: His numerous idiosyncrasies included a fondness for wearing bright green shoes with mauve socks.

Song: "Complicated," by Robin Thicke


Beaux Tip: Get yourself some amazing tweezers.
When choosing tweezers, choose flat ones with a slanted edge
Also.
Tweezers that close tightly from both sides and have plenty of tension & spring
Tweezerman makes fabulous tweezers with all of the above attributes.


Shoe: Button Detail Boots
Designed for Fendi, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$970




Video: Although they are a bit harsh on Paris, this is a good clip.
Will you tune in for her new reality show?


Place: The Terrace Room
Lake Merritt Hotel
Oakland, CA

Today: 23 september 2008

Word: Legerdemain (lehj uhr duh mayn)
:::noun:::meaning:::trickery:::

example usage: The boy thought his legerdemain was working on his girlfriend, but she in fact knew about every single time he had gone out with other girls.

Song: "Hollywood," Mixed by DJ Dex


Beaux Tip: In accordance to the skin type test on the 18
If you have COMBO skin
Wash your face 2x a day
Use a gentle, non-soap cleanser
Be careful of cleansers that lather;
they will dry out the already dry areas
Try: Purpose's Gentle Cleansing Wash


Shoe: Bretelle Strass Sandals
Designed for Christian Louboutin, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$995



Video: This gecko is HOT!
Get into him sipping his tea!!!!!!


Place: Beso
Hollywood, CA
Eva Longoria-Parker's Hot & Amazing Restaurant!

Today: 22 september 2008

Word: Exonerate (ihg zahn uh rayt)
:::verb:::meaning:::to clear of blame:::

example usage: Keri's was exonerated when her sister confessed to their parents that she was actually responsible for wrecking their car.

Song: "Whatever You Like," by T.I.


Beaux Tip: In accordance with the SKIN TYPE TEST on the 18th
If you have DRY skin
Wash your face 1x a day, right before bed
Use a milky cleanser to gently massage away dirt, make-up and oil
In the morning, just rinse your face with water
Similarly to Sensitive Skin, Also Try:
Cetaphil's Gentle Skin Cleanser


Shoe: Suede Panel Shoe Boots
Designed for Chloe, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$795




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Place: The Beauty Lounge
London, England

Today: 21 september 2008

Word: Exacerbate (ihg zaas uhr bayt)
:::verb:::meaning:::to make worse:::

example usage: It is not wise to take aspirin as an attempt to relieve heartburn since instead of providing relief, it will only exacerbate the problem.

Song: "Slow Love," By Doc Box & B Fresh


Beaux Tip: In accordance with the skin test on the 18th. . .
If you have NORMAL skin
Wash with a gentle cleanser each morning & night
Avoid soap, try a cleanser with a milky or creamy consistency
I recommend Kiehl's Brightening Botanical Cleansing Cream


Shoe: Condor Shoe Boot
Designed for Rupert Sanderson, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$995




Video: She's hot!


Place: El Corte Ingles
Madrid, Spain
Spain's best multi-purpose department store
Nice place!

Today: 20 september 2008

Word: Canard (kuh nard)
:::noun:::meaning:::a lie:::

example usage: The article about a billy goat giving birth to a human child was clearly a canard

Song: "Movies," by Ashanti


Beaux Tip: After the skin test on the 18th. . .
If your skin type is SENSITIVE
Wash your face with a gentle fragrance & dye-free cleanser
Avoid cleansers with the following ingredients:
acids, botanicals, ethanol or propylene glycol
TRY: Cetaphil's Gentle Skin Cleanser


Shoe: Abbey Banana Flats
Designed for Tory Burch, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$195



Video: Ellen's "W" Magazine Photo Shoot


Place: Galleria
Dallas, TX
Stellar Shopping Mall.

Today: 19 september 2008

Word: Juncture (juhnk chuhr)
:::noun:::meaning:::point of time, especially where two things are joined:::

example usage: At this juncture, I think it would be a good idea for us to take a break for tea.

Song: "F*cking Boyfriend," by The Bird & The Bee


Beaux Tip: After yesterday's skin test. . .
If your skin type is OILY
Wash your face 2x day with a NON-SOAP cleanser which is fortified for oily skin
Try: Eucerin's Pore Purifying Foaming Wash
(stay tuned for other skin types!)


Shoe: Metal Cuff Boots
Designed for Sergio Rossi, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$1380



Video: I can't wait to see this movie; I hope it's good!
I ♥ Dane Cook!


Place: Shibuya
MGM Grand, Las Vegas Strip
A great variety of Sake.
Delicious Sushi, Lobster Miso, Kobe Beef

Today: 18 september 2008

Word: Iconoclast (ie kahn uh klaast)
:::noun:::meaning:::one who opposes established beliefs, customs, and institutions:::

example usage: Her lack of regard for traditional beliefs soon established her as an iconoclast.

Song: "I Think I'm Paranoid," by Garbage


Beaux Tip: Know your skin type.
Wash & Dry your face and let it sit untouched for a couple hours
Then, use a single piece of tissue and blot your face
Results:
SENSITIVE SKIN: tight & blotchy (also red, inflamed or itchy)
NORMAL SKIN: no oil comes off on tissue; nor is it tight or flaky
COMBO SKIN: oil on your nose & forehead, but not your cheeks
OILY SKIN: oil comes off on your nose, forehead & cheeks
DRY SKIN: tight & dry skin, no oil on tissue


Shoe:Armadillo Striped Satin d'Orsay
Designed for Christian Louboutin, Fall/Winter 2008
Fashion Collection
$790


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Place: FakesAreNeverInFashion.com
I ♥ this ad campaign & website
Check it out!