ShopStyle Contest - Win $1,000!

Have you been on ShopStyle before? ShopStyle by PopSugar brings you everything shoppable all on one site. You can sort by designer, product, trend, and more. They've recently launched a great review feature, so you can read what others are saying before you buy!

To inspire readers to share their thoughts, they are giving one lucky reviewer a $1,000 Visa gift card! Entering is super easy. All you have to do is sign up for ShopStyle, search the items in your closet or vanity, and tell them what you think before Septemeber 26th. You will receive one entry for each review you make, so review all that you can! Few things to share:
 - the style of the item
 - the fit (your size and the size you purchased)
 - the quality (how long did it last you?)
 - what others said about it while you were wearing it
 - if it's an accessory, what you paired with it

Review as many items as you can to increase your chance to win. You never know, you could win some money to fund your next shopping spree!

Angelo David Salon in Midtown (Giveaway alert!)

Today I was fortunate enough to visit Angelo David Salon in Midtown. It's a hidden gem on the 2nd floor of a building, right outside Grand Central station. They specialize in extensions, but offer a full range of salon services. They are all about creating a unique, private experience, and have a cozy atmosphere where you can relax while getting pampered.

I received a manicure (Essie in Merino Cool) and a hair blowout. The stylists knew I'd be wearing my glasses tonight so they made sure that my hair wouldn't be in my face. I usually blow dry my hair straight so I was excited to try something new, and I love how it turned out! Very old Hollywood glam!

Angelo David Salon also has their own line of hair products and brushes that they sell in the salon and online. And I'm excited to announce that I'm teaming up with Angela David for a Fashion Week giveaway!

***Giveaway***

Tweet to win! Angelo David salon is sponsoring a giveaway for one of their paddle brushes and a full size bottle of their Vital Complex Leave in Conditioner.

To enter, make sure you are following Angelo David at twitter.com/ad_salon, and LipglossBreak at twitter.com/lipglossbreak, and tweet the following: 

NYFW giveaway! Angelo David paddle brush & Vital Complex Leave in Conditioner. Tweet to win! @AD_salon @lipglossbreak http://goo.gl/rsuIuB

Tweet as much as you want...the more you tweet, the better the chance you have to win! We'll be selecting a winner on Thursday, September 12, 2013. We'll private message you on Twitter. This contest is open to all US residents. Good luck!

Note: This post includes services that I received compliments of the salon. Please click here for more information regarding my disclaimer.

New York Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2014

I had trouble sleeping last night because I was so excited for this morning. I'm flying into NYC today for Fashion Week! Last year was my first year attending and it was a ton of fun, but extremely intense. I had great NYC blogger friends (shout out to the Collective!) who gave me advice and tips, but it was still a really hectic week!

Me at Daily lounge during NYFW '12

This year I feel much more prepared, but I'm sure it will be just as much of a whirlwind as it was last year. If you'll be in town for your first Fashion Week in NYC, here are my tips to you (paying it forward!):

• Stay organized by adding all of your shows to Google Calendar or some kind of calendar that will send you reminders. Sync this with your phone so you have it handy at all times. Make sure to add physical and email addresses into the invite details.
• Leave yourself time to get in between shows. Basically, don't overbook yourself! Map out the shows on a map if they're not all in Lincoln Center to make sure you have enough time to get from one to the other.
• There is a lot of pressure to wear horribly uncomfortable shoes to look good...if you must, pack comfortable ones in your purse to switch out in between shows.
• Bring band aids for blisters. There's a lot of walking to be done!
• Pack your make up for touch ups. It's going to be a warm weekend and you may work up a sweat getting between shows. You always want to be camera ready when at shows.
• Gift bags and swag are great, but remember that you will have to carry these bags around all day...so keep this in mind and only take what you truly want. 
• Bring snacks!
• Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. 
• Fashion show etiquette: If you RSVP for a party or show, go! If you can't make it, email your contact and let them know. Chances are, there are several people on a waiting list, wanting to attend.

If you can't make it to NYC but want to stay up to date with shows, trends and the behind the scene action, check out the following....

• Some designers are streaming their shows live from their websites or YouTube channels. For example, Rebecca Minkoff is starting to stream at 3pm EST on Sept 6. Tune in for show and behind the scenes action. Live stream can be viewed from www.rebeccaminkoff.com.
• The official Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week site will also be live streaming some shows. 
• Popsugar.com/Fashion is providing up to date coverage all week.  
• Pinterest has a Fashion Week page to keep up to date on fashion forward pins. Check it out here.
• Last but not least, Fashion and Beauty bloggers are also a good resource to check out during and after Fashion Week to get the behind the scenes scoop and pictures from the runway. Check out these NYC blogger Instagram accounts:
• instagram.com/fashionistanygirl
• instagram.com/alexshook
• instagram.com/nessasusana
• instagram.com/lolbeauty
• instagram.com/starcrossedsml  
• instagram.com/beautyinnewyork
• instagram.com/fashionablypetit 
• instagram.com/jaclynsiu
• instagram.com/digitalgent
• instagram.com/thetinytierant
• instagram.com/collegewalk   
• instagram.com/lipglossbreak - that's me!

Bobbi + Katie Collection

The Bobbi Brown and Katie Holmes' makeup collaboration has launched: the Bobbi & Katie Collection. Such a beautiful palette!

Katie is the brand's first ever celebrity face. She worked closely with Bobbi to create 'a capsul collection designed to for the on-the-go needs of modern women like Bobbi and Katie themselves.'

Now available at all Bobbi Brown Cosmetics counters and at BobbiBrownCosmetics.com, the collection includes a palette for eyes, cheeks and lips, along with a brush set, all housed in a chic and trim bag perfectly sized for your purse (which means it's travel friendly, even better!).  

Zoya Cashmere Collection

I couldn't get to this collection fast enough to swatch on my nails, so I decided to give you sneak peak on a nail wheel. This is Zoya's Cashmere collection. The colors are so rich and perfect for Fall. Now that we're into September, I think it's time to go darker on my nails... 

My favorite colors from this line are Livingston and Sailor. Livingston is a bright red that will be fun to wear with neutral color clothing, especially with black, it will really pop. Sailor is a deep, deep, blue that I will wear to an upcoming University of Michigan tailgate for sure. It can look black in some light. With leather in this Fall, this will look great paired with a leather jacket or a top with black leather trim.

I'll report back on the wear time for this line in a later post. In the meantime, please leave me a comment below and let me know what your favorite Fall nail polish is...

Labor Day Sales

What's a holiday weekend without sales? Here are a few that caught my eye...

Bloomingdales - Big Brown Bag Sale, 20-65% off select items
Nordstrom - Tons of marked down items and 40% of shoe sale
Perfumania - 20% off sitewide through Sept 2., enter LABOR20
Neiman Marcus - September Real Deal sale, up to 50% off on items
ShoeMall.com - 25% off sitewide and free shipping through Sept 3, enter LABORDAY at checkout
Express - 40% off everything, no coded needed
Tarte Cosmetics - 15% off, enter LDAY at checkout
Juicy Couture - 30% off dresses and rompers through Sept 2.
J.Crew - 25% off denim

Beauty Blogger Coalition Weekly Roundup

Mama Fashionista: Do you know Joey New York? Let Quinn introduce you to her Fab Five Favorites from this cult fave brand!

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: Aftelier Perfumes Lavender Face Elixir with Clary Sage and Cistus is an amazing potent anti-aging oil serum that is sure to delight the skin and senses!

TheFabZilla: It's the perfect brick red lipstick. See TheFabZilla's fascination with Givenchy Le Rouge Intense Color Sensuously Matte Lipstick 308 Rouge D' Exception

BeautyTidbits: Still looking for the perfect daily sunscreen for your oily, acne-prone skin? Head over to BeautyTidbits to find an SPF moisturizer that won't leave your oily skin cringing!

Painted Ladies: The Foreo Luna isn't just another Clarisonic knock off. Find out what makes this nifty facial cleanser a skincare must!

My Highest Self: New contributor Miranda reviews Mary Kay Makeup Finishing Spray!

D.G.S.Beauty: D.G.S.Beauty has the perfect compact and travel friendly eyeshadow and blush palette. See what she has to say about the BH Cosmetics San Francisco Palette

A Little Polish: Looking for something to spruce up your stamping manicures? Stephanie shows us how stamping over a sponged base can create a whole new look!

In Her Makeup Bag: Stephanie shows her super simple ombre nails using Sally Hansen Pacific Blue!

Geniabeme: Check out the Couture Gel Nail Kit! It lets you do salon quality nails at home!

Beauty by Miss L: Does Wet n Wild Fergie Turn Up The Volume Mascara really turns up the promised volume & length?

Advice Sisters/Leather and Lace Advice: How you smell makes a powerful statement. Alison of The Advice Sisters and Leather and Lace Advice has Written a "Fragrance How-to"

Icy Nails: Icy Nails shares Ageless Derma Lip Polish is Petal Pink. Beautiful and nourishing, it makes lips pretty and plush.

Beauty Professor: Ever on a foundation hunt, the Beauty Professor weighs in on the NARS Radiant Cream Compact Foundation with a review and video!

The Dark Side of Beauty : The Dark Side of Beauty finds a drugstore dupe for the YSL Midnight Garden palette in the Revlon eyeshadow palette in 'Muse'.

Pammy Blogs Beauty : Are you ready for Fall Fashion? Pammy Blogs Beauty previews some Fall OOTDs (outfits of the day) with her latest boots from JustFab and some cute tees from Before + Again!

Tailgating Season

Well it's that time of year again....the weather is getting cooler, fall clothing fills the racks, and it's college football season!

As I've gotten older my tailgating 'tastes' have evolved, but nonetheless, I can still throw a great tailgate! Here are some some tips for food, logistics and of course, fashion....

• Go early to get a good spot! At the University of Michigan, you wanted to be on the one of the golf courses. This is where the parties were at! 
• Start your day off with caffeine, drink coffee! I'd go to Tim Horton's and get one of the big carafes of coffee. It was always a crowd pleaser. Feel free to top with Kahlua. 
• Libations! Jello shots are also a lot of fun, especially when in your team's colors.
• Tailgating games: corn hole, flip cup, beer pong
• Costco is your best friend. Buy things in bulk to save money. In my experience, tailgates tend to blend together so you may end up feeding your tailgating neighbors.
• If you want to keep it simple buy sub sandwiches. Easy to eat and always a crowd pleaser. 
• Buy lots of water, especially for after the game.
• Always wear your team's colors. Don't be one of those girls who gets all dressed up with no team colors.
• Comfortable shoes are key. 
• Check the stadium's website beforehand to see if you can bring in a purse. U of M doesn't allow you to, so I have to be strategic about which lip balm and gloss I'm taking with me into the stadium...only so much room in my pockets!
• Wear sunscreen and bring extra for friends.
• Don't forget your sunglasses! 

University of Michigan football fashion by lipglossbreak featuring Kiehl's

Lanvin sunglasses / Old Navy Mens College Team Tees - University of michigan / Kiehl's lip treatment / Sun Bum bath body product / RFSJ University of Michigan School Spirit Travel Coffee Mug / TOMS University of Michigan Women's Campus Classics

And the Winners Are...

Miracle Skin Transformer giveaway - aitch77
The Limited $50 gift card giveaway - megaanc

So many great giveaways are still going on...keep entering for your chance to win a full size L'Occitane Verbena EDT and a Brew Over Ice prize pack (valued over $50!).

Beauty Blogger Coalition Weekly Roundup

Mama Fashionista: It's only the second month of her subscription-does Quinn think her August ipsy bag is a hit or a miss?

Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: Obsessed with The Organic Pharmacy? Then learn about their fabulous Virgin Cold Pressed Rose Hip Oil!

TheFabZilla: Are you into facial serums? TheFabZilla shares her experience with FutureDerm Vitamin CE 16+2 Serum

A Little Polish: Stephanie shows us a great way to wear on trend nail art that is appropriate even in the office!

My Highest Self: New contributor Miranda reviews Bodycology Flawless Glow Luminous Lotion!

BeautyTidbits: Find out why Harshleen is so smitten by Amarté Cosmetics Natural Finish BB Cream!

Painted Ladies: Painted Earth Skincare's Tranforming Lipstick makes Sheila's lips feel soft, supple, and highly pigmented.

Nuts 4 Stuff: Mary B. of Nuts 4 Stuff shows how to go beyond thick lashes for the dreamiest eyes ever with her review of IT Cosmetics new Tightlight Full Lash & Length Black Mascara Primer!

Beauty by Miss L: Miss L has read that Oriflame Aqua-Rhythm Tinted Moisturiser is good, but now she tried it herself and shares her thoughts about it.

Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom: Destany shows off the wonderful Ninja Polish Pacific Coral!

D.G.S.Beauty: The Batiste Dry Shampoo in Lace is amazing! See what D.G.S.Beauty has to say about it.

Lipgloss Break: Check out what's in Lipgloss Break's beach bag...Alterna Bamboo Beach collection for beachy waves.

Beauty Professor: The Beauty Professor shares swatches and first impressions of the Mark Jacobs Beauty line in a video!

Geniabeme: I got to try some products from LondonTown. I am loving my pink matte mani!

My Newest Addiction Beauty Blog: Laura shares the contents of her August Wantable Box.