For almost as long as I've been reading blogs, I've been reading The Beauty of Life. With an enthusiastic take on products and unfettered good taste, writer Jamie Allison Sanders has since become a member of my treasured 'circle of trust.'
After years working in fashion and years writing about beauty, I knew that a jaunt in Jamie's bag would be interesting, to say the least. But even I was unprepared for everything that she's toting around in her chic Tano bag! Here's the rundown, in her own words:
- Kate Spade green leather wallet
- Audio Chi headphones (I won them and I'm in LOVE! They drown out everything!)
- Ralph Lauren glasses
- Bayer Aspirin (the only thing that keeps my migraines at bay)
- Stila brown suede cosmetics case (part of a set that I got YEARS ago, I don't even remember what came inside of it!)
- Altoids (because, as Anthony Michael Hall says in Sixteen Candles, "Fresh breath is a priority in my life.")
- iPod 80GB with red hard case
- Bumble and bumble multicolored ponytail holders
- House keys with my Indiana University keychain (Go Hoosiers!)
- Boscia Fresh Blotting Linens in Green Tea (perfect before I head into an event!)
- MetroCard (I walk most places, but I have it just in case!)
- Business card case from Laila Rowe (no longer available)
- Blackberry Curve
- BCBGeneration Dania Purple Suede Pumps (no longer available)
- Forever 21 hooded cardigan (no longer available)
- Shu Uemura Replenishing Eye Gel
- Shiseido #5 Eyeshadow Brush
- Stila Lip Glaze in Fruit Punch
- Sally Hansen Lipnotic Gem Gloss in Rich (Without at LEAST two of these in my makeup bag, I don't feel my lips will have adequate sparkle!)
- M.A.C Tinted Lip Conditioner SPF 15 in Fuchsia Fix
- M.A.C Eyeshadow in Banshee
- Dior Addict Lip Polish #002
- M.A.C Dazzleglass Creme in My Favourite Pink
- BonneBell LipSmacker in Kiwi (I always have at least one of these in my purse!)
- Bobbi Brown Sheer Color Gloss in Sailor
- Sonia Kashuk Sheer Lip Color and Sheer Glossy Tint in Paradise (For those gals who want a red lip without intense commitment!)
- Sally Hansen Lipnotic Gem Gloss in Sparkling
- Clinique High Impact Curling Mascara (My mascara of the moment. Can you say lash drama?)
- Sonia Kashuk eyelash comb (Better than any other comb I've tried -- and I've tried a LOT.)
- M.A.C Blush Ombre in Azalea Blossom (I've been using this as an eyeshadow -- the purple and pink shades swirled together make the most unbelievable shadow combination!)
- M.A.C Lustre Lipstick in A Rose Romance (The absolute perfect pale pink lipstick)
- Givenchy Hydra Sparkling Magic Lip & Cheek Balm
Whew! That's quite a bounty in Jamie's bag....I'm curious, how does yours compare?
I hate playing mom so I generally restrain myself from lecturing friends on the danger and evil that is the sun. However, since it's Skin Cancer Awareness Month, oh, NOW, I'm going to step up on my soapbox for just a minute to demand that you pick up at least one of Clinique's new Sun SPF 45 Targeted Protection Sticks this Spring.
This genius yet totally portable tube is small enough to tuck into a pocket yet packs a powerful punch, offering up SPF 45 AND protection from UVA and UVB rays. Love. Love. LOVE.
Pick it up for $17.50 over at Clinique.com.
I have lots of love for Clinique's rad Superbalms ($13.50) - as far as I'm concerned they're the perfect gloss. You get a great dose of color, shine and moisture without the awful stickiness of other glosses. And now for a limited time, Clinique has a great GWP deal happening on site:
Get a FREE Superbalm Moisturizing Gloss in Currant plus FREE Standard Shipping with any $35 clinique.com purchase! Use code SUPERBALM. Offer valid 1.15.09–2.15.09
Happy Shopping!
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Mango's webstore is offering up a fab discount - 15% off the Fall/Winter collection with code 5REGIST15OFF72. Offer ends December 15.
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FFDEC gets you 25% off and free shipping at Origins.com, so stock up on your holiday gifts now.
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Enter HappyHolidays30 for 30% off at Steve Madden, the designer knock-off king.
Saks shoppers get 15% off fragrance with code SCENT.
Martin & Osa shoppers get 30% off with code 31200824. Expires December 14.
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tarte's rad products, including the super cute holiday gift sets are 40% off with code FF08.
Origins has a great deal going online -Get a free Salt product (up to a $31 value!) with any $50 purchase. Plus, they even throw in free shipping. Can't beat that.
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FRIENDS08 gets you 20% off from now through the 8th at The Body Shop or click here to print the in store coupon.
Everything at Francesca's Collections is 20% off from now through the 10th.
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Kate Spade's Friends & Family offer is live. Save 30% on everything from now through the 8th. Enter HOLJSFF08 at checkout.
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Delight.com is SUCH a great place to pick up unique gifts like the Koi Pitcher, left - get holiday shopping with code ThankfulDelight for 10% off and free ship on orders through December 1.
Beautorium is turning Black Friday green this year with its “10 for $10” promotion. Each day for ten days, starting on Black Friday, Beautorium will feature one amazing all-natural beauty product for an incredibly low price of $10. To see today's selection, visit the site.
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The more you spend, the more you save at J.Crew. TURKEY gets you 20% off orders of $150, 25% off orders of $200 and 30% off orders of $250 or more. Offer expires Saturday.
blackfriday08 gets you 40% off orders at Queen Bee, from now through the 1st.
L'Occitane has up to 30% off holiday gifts, no code required.
Use coupon code: code25 and enjoy 25% off all (already reasonably-priced) ShopBarbara clothing.
Holiday festivities call for the perfect party dress. Standard Style has you covered with code 30DRESS for 30% off all dresses from now through Sunday.
Kate Spade's Private Sale is live, click here to shop for goodies at up to 60% off.
J.Crew has generously taken 20% off all sweaters, be they cashmere, merino or otherwise. Enter code SWEATERS at checkout or shop in store where the discount is automatic.
Get a FREE Festive Tote with your clinique.com purchase of $50 or more! Hurry, offer expires 11.20 or while supplies last!
Yes, it's officially Friends & Family season. Next up is Urban Decay, they're offering a generous 30% off with code FFH30. Don't forget to stock up on the Primer Potion!
Our friends at Bath & Body Works are also offering up their annual Friends & Family discount, enter code 20FRIENDS for 20% off all orders from now through November 16. I plan to stock up on my very fave Shea Cashmere items, along with some yum Twisted Peppermint scrub!
Happy Shopping!
Enter KICK20 to receive an additional 20% off sale merchandise at Owl's Lab. In the mix are goodies from Adam Lippes & Mike & Chris.
It's Clinique Bonus Time! Choose your FREE 7 piece Gift with any $21.50 clinique.com purchase. Hurry, offer expires 11.08 or while supplies last!
The customer service leaves a little to be desired, but WLS20 gets you 20% off the great jewelry, accessories and handbags at Max & Chloe from now through Friday.
In honor of the impending holiday, NYC boutique Elizabeth Charles shaves a cool 30% off all black & orange pieces on site and in store. Sale ends Sunday, November 2.
Beauty.com welcomes skincare line Eve Lom. Buy anything from the line and get a free deluxe size sample of the cult fave Cleanser.
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