Recap: The Makeup Show NYC Blogger Preview 2014

This year's The Makeup Show NYC Blogger Preview was held on May 3rd at the Metropolitan Pavilion. James Vincent highlighted his favorite products and walked us through The Makeup Show Icon Gallery featuring never-before-seen pieces from the life of Kevyn Aucoin. 

Here's a look at some of James Vincent's favorites, including Nars Contour Blush in Paloma, OCC Stained Gloss in Nomad and Hedonist and Tarred + Feathered Lip Balm Duo, Eve Pearl Invisible Finish Powderless Powder and CLEANSE by LAUREN NAPIER individually packaged facial cleansing wipes. 

Other beauty products highlighted during the blogger preview include:

• Ardency Inn Punker - World's Baddest Eyeliner
• armour beauty Armour V Lip Gloss in Brigitte
• bdellium tools mascara fan (eyes 731)
• black|Up Matte Lipstick in RGE 34 MATTE
• Cattiva Retractable Waterproof Eye Liner - Black
• Crown Brush Pro Tweezers / Eyelash Curler / Professional Foundation Sponge 
• Dante Makeup Brush Cleanser
• Fantabulash Adhesive Eyelash Tape
• Gorgeous Cosmetics Liquid Eye Pencil in Carbon Black 
• Graftobian Banana Cream Pie Luxe Cashmere Setting Powder
• Kett Cosmetics Creme Corrector Pan - Medium
• Kevyn Aucoin The Lip Gloss in Vesuvian
• Lit Cosmetics Holographic Lit Kit in Rich & Famous
• MAKE UP FOREVER Aqua Matic
• Mario Badescu Summer Shine Body Lotion
• OFRA Cosmetics 3D Mosaic Powder
• OLIV ARÉS HAUS of GLAM Lashes - Los Angeles Long 
• Parian Spirit Professional Makeup Brush Cleaner
• SENNA Pinpoint Micro Tip Liquid Eyeliner
• Sephora Collection Pro 5-Piece Brush Set
• Smashbox Be Legendary Lip Gloss in Coquette
• Surratt Lip Lustre in Flamant
• Temptu Pro Transfer Tatoos
• Temptu S/B Highlighter in Champagne Shimmer
• T3 Black Quilted Storage Bag
• Vince Longo Pearl X Eyeshadow and Small Eyeshadow Brush #18
• Youngblood Brow ArtisteSculpting Pencil in Natural Brunette

- Kim Weling

Product Giveaway: Limited Edition Carmex Moisture Plus Lip Balm

With summer just around the corner, you'll want to make sure you keep your lips moisturized and protected from the sun. The Limited Edition Carmex Moisture Plus Lip Balm is a new beauty must-have that I take with me on-the-go. The collection includes fashionable patterns in "Starlet" chevron, "Fab" 60s-inspired mod, "Chic" graphic black & white, "Adventurous" animal print, and "Whimsical" swirling. 

The Carmex Moisture Plus Lip Balm is ultra hydrating, with a soft vanilla flavor and clear gloss finish. It contains aloe, vitamin E and broad spectrum SPF 15/sunscreen. It is water resistant for 80 minutes. 

Sound like something you'd like to try? Enter to win a Limited Edition Carmex Moisture Plus Lip Balm summer collection including:

- 1 "Fab" 60s-inspired mod lip balm

- 1 "Chic" graphic black & white lip balm

- 1 "Adventurous" animal print lip balm

- 1 "Whimiscal" swirling lip balm 

- 1 pink "Chic" face towel

To enter, just leave a comment below stating what your favorite Limited Edition Carmex Moisture Plus Lip Balm pattern is, or lookout for my Carmex giveaway on twitter and retweet it.

CARMEX GIVEAWAY
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Must be legal U.S. resident, 18 yrs or older to enter. Contest ends on May 30th, 2014 at 11:59pm ET. Fashionably Petite will determine (1) one winner, who will be awarded a Limited Edition Carmex Moisture Plus Lip Balm summer collection. Limit one prize per household. Odds of winning are dependent on the total number of eligible entries. Winner will be contacted by email. Giveaway sponsored by Fashionably Petite; Prize provided by Carmex.


- Kim Weling

Crocs 34th Street Flagship Store Grand Opening with Vanessa Lachey

Vanessa Lachey helped kick off the Crocs 34th Street flagship store grand opening on May 15th. Vanessa looked fabulous in an ivory dress paired with Crocs cap toe flats and a gold cursive "Camden" necklace.

The day began with a ribbon cutting ceremony, with Vanessa cutting the inaugural ribbon alongside Crocs executives Dan Hart (Chief Legaland Administrative Officer), Dale Bathum (Chief Product Officer), Greg Sullivan (General Manager of the Americas Region) and Mario Caruso (34th Street Store Manager). 

After the ribbon cutting, Vanessa was greeted inside the store with a Crocs cake from Carlo's Bakery, Home of TLC's Cake Boss, who recreated the New York store's exclusive "I (HEART) NY" Crocs. Lachey shopped throughout the two-story retail space, decorating a Crocs backpack and picking out some shoes for baby Camden and husband Nick Lachey.

The store was open to the public and New York centric prizes were given away at every :34 of the hour including backstage Yankees tickets, helicopter rides around New York, dinner experiences, spa services and more!

Above photos by Bobby Banks

Here's a closer look at the store and some of my favorite styles

- Kim Weling

Lela Rose Sample Sale

James Perse Sample Sale

JAMES PERSE IS BACK AT 260SAMPLESALE! JOIN US MAY 20TH THROUGH THE 25TH 

RECEIVE 50% TO 70% OFF ON MEN’S, WOMEN’S, AND THE YOSEMITE COLLECTION.

260SAMPLESALE

260 FIFTH AVENUE (28/29TH STREET)

N/R TRAIN TO 28TH STREET

*ALL CREDIT CARDS AND CASH ACCEPTED

MAY 20TH – MAY 25TH

TUESDAY – THURSDAY : 10AM-8PM

FRIDAY : 10AM – 7PM

SATURDAY : 11AM – 7PM

SUNDAY : 11AM – 4PM

Hudson Jeans' Sample Sale

YOU’RE INVITED TO HUDSON JEANS’ SAMPLE SALE!

SHOP MEN’S AND WOMEN’S PREMIUM DENIM STYLES AT UP TO 60% TO 80% OFF!

225 FIFTH AVENUE

BETWEEN 26TH AND 27TH STREET

NEW YORK, NY 10010

*ALL CREDIT CARDS AND CASH ACCEPTED

MAY 20TH – MAY 25TH

TUESDAY : 10AM – 8 PM

WEDNESDAY – FRIDAY : 10AM – 7PM

SATURDAY : 11AM – 7PM

SUNDAY: 11AM – 4PM

SK-II Product Review and Facial SKan Program

In the beginning of April during the launch of the SK-II Pop Up Studios, I received a Beauty Imaging System skin consultation and began my 4-week participation in SK-II's Facial SKan Program. For my new, personalized beauty regimen, I used the following SK-II products day and night: Facial Treatment Gentle Cleanser, Facial Treatment Essence, Essential Power Essence, Essential Power Cream, Facial Treatment Essence - Eye, and Facial Treatment Mask (once a week).

This was the first time I had actually adhered to a specific skincare regimen. I have always used a cleanser, moisturizer and eye cream but must admit that I did not always follow through on a nightly skincare regimen until now. I always thought I wouldn't have time for a 5-step regimen, but it literally takes just an extra 5 minutes in the morning and at night. This skincare ritual became an important step in the beginning and end to my day, leaving my skin feeling refreshed and hydrated. 

My favorite SK-II product is the Facial Treatment Essence, just because it is a unique product and I have never tried anything like it. It contains over 90% pure Pitera, an exclusive extract that comes from a unique strain of yeast produced only in Japan, known for its skin-renewing properties.  Pitera is actually the key ingredient found in all of SK-II products, rich in nourishing vitamins, amino acids, minerals and organic acids. To apply it you just sprinkle a teaspoon into your hands and press gently and evenly onto the face and neck.

Another favorite is the Facial Treatment Mask, which is left on for 10-15 minutes. It is great to refrigerate and apply on cleansed, dry skin. Any excess liquid from the mask and in the packaging can be massaged into the skin or on your hands. The mask immediately hydrates the skin, especially around my nose which becomes very dry do to spring allergies. This mask will immediately have your skin glowing as if you've just gotten a spa facial. 

Now let's take a look at my initial skin scan and my results after 30 days:

Initial Skin Scan:
Overall Skin Score: 78% - 29 years old
Texture Refinement: 86% - 25 years old
Firmness Power: 81% - 31 years old
Wrinkle Resilience: 75% - 31 years old
Spot Control: 69% - 30 years old
Radiance Enhancement: 78% - 30 years old

Skin Scan after 30 Days:
Overall Skin Score: 89% - 25 years old
Texture Refinement: 67% - 32 years old
Firmness Power: 97% - 24 years old
Wrinkle Resilience: 91% - 25 years old
Spot Control: 96% - 22 years old
Radiance Enhancement: 93% - 24 years old

My scores all went up except for Texture Refinement, which could have gone down to to some skin dryness or dehydrated skin. I went from having 29 year old skin to 25 year old skin. I'm incredibly happy with my results and plan on continuing with my SK-II skincare regimen! The SK-II Pop Up Studio closes on May 23rd. I definitely want to stop in again for a final skin scan before they close. You should check it out too! You can learn about SK-II products here.

- Kim Weling