Today: 14 october 2008

Word: Pulchritude
:::noun:::meaning:::beauty:::

example usage: Her pulchritude stunned the young man; he had never seen a woman who possessed so much beauty.

Song: "Love Story," by Mariah Carey


Beaux Tip: Check out Manish Arora's new line for M.A.C!
Manish Arora is an Indian designer, check him out!


Shoe: Lace Panel Pumps
Designed for Roberto Cavalli, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$995




Video: This is one of my favorite songs/videos of all time!


Place: Elixir Aveda East Bay Salon
A great place to check out for a beautiful haircut!

A Note To My Readers!

Hello People!
Once again, apologies for not posting daily!
There has been soo much stuff going on; you all have NO idea!

Anyhow. . .I am working on tomorrow's post now!

The last several days are lost in space; but I will do my best to be consistent from here on out!

♥ ♥ ♥ you all!!!!!

AMINA

Today: 8 october 2008

Word: Diaphanous (die aaf uh nuhs)
:::adj:::meaning:::allowing light ti show through; delicate:::

example usage: These diaphanous curtains do nothing to block out the early morning sunlight; we need thicker ones.

Song: "So Nice," by Bebel Gilberto


Beaux Tip: Not satisfied with your thinning hair?
Frederic Fekkai has the answer!


Shoe: Python Flat Boots
Designed for Devi Kroell, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$1990




Video: Learn Some Cool Make-Up Tips for Halloween!


Place: Issues
Oakland, CA

Today: 7 october 2008

Word: Calumny (kaa luhm nee)
:::noun:::meaning:::a false and malicious accusation; misrepresentation:::

example usage: The unscrupulous politician used calumny to bring down his opponent in the presidential race.

Song: "Loverman," by Robin Thicke


Beaux Tip: Avoid shower and bath gels thats contain
"sodium laurel sulfate"
This is an ingredient that is very drying to the skin,
Check the labels on your body washes from now on!


Shoe: Pearlized Paillette Pump
Designed for Miu Miu, 2008
$650




Video: M.A.C. Fantasticals


Place: Marc 49
Oakland, CA

Today: 6 october 2008

Word: Implacable (ihm play kuh buhl)
:::adj:::meaning:::unable to be calmed down or made peaceful:::

example usage: Amara's rage directed at Bob for his betrayal was so intense that she remained implacable for weeks; Bob was advised to keep his distance.

Song: "You Never Know," by Goldfrapp


Beaux Tip: Acquiring proper etiquette skills is an essential survival tool
Check out Emily Post's book "Etiquette"


Shoe: JoJo Flip-Flops
Designed for KORS by Michael Kors, 2008 Collection
$95
Its always good to have some great flip-flops, even in the autumn and winter
Our weather is quite unpredictable, especially in CA!




Video: Fitting with Veronika Jeanvie
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2008


Place: Looking Glass Photo
Berkeley, CA
Do you want to find your inner photographer?
Check out Looking Glass, they have tons of equipment that you can rent and play around with!

Today: 5 october 2008

Word: Requite (rih kwiet)
:::verb:::meaning:::to return or repay:::

example usage: Thanks for offering to lend me $1000, but I know I'll never be able to requite your generosity.

Song: "I'm You," by Leona Lewis


Beaux Tip: Why Antioxidants are great for your skin!
See Diagram Below

Here is a list of great antioxidants:
Co-Enzyme Q-10
Vitamin C
Idebenone
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Soy
Grapeseed Extract
Green Tea
White Tea
Look for these ingredients in a facial and/or body cleanser!!!!

Shoe: Cross Front Pumps
Designed for Chloe, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$695




Video: Sabyasachi Spring 2009 Runway Show
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2008


Video: Straits
San Francisco, CA
YUM!

Today: 4 october 2008

Word: Perfidious (puhr fih dee uhs)
:::adj:::meaning:::willing to betray one's trust:::

example usage: The actress's perfidious companion revealed all of her intimate secrets to the gossip columnist.

Song: "Open Your Eyes," by Bobby Caldwell


Beaux Tip: Emmanuel Ungaro's New Line w/ M.A.C. is stunning!
Please, Please, Please check it out!
It is limited and will sell out!


Shoe: Simple Python Pump
Designed for Christian Louboutin, Fall/Winter 2008 Collection
$1250




Video: Bagdley Mischka Spring 2009 Runway Show
Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2008


Place: Domaine Carneros
OOOH!
If you are going for wine tasting or a special dinner, this is the place to go!