Recap: P&G Summer Glow Salon at Flatiron Plaza

On June 18th, P&G hosted a one-day Summer Glow Salon in Flatiron Plaza at 23rd & 5th Avenue. The Summer Glow Salon celebrated Target as the ultimate destination for purchasing P&G beauty products, with DJs Carl Kennedy and Harley Viera-Newton and host, Beauty Expert Felicia Benson of thisthatbeautycom. On what seemed like one of the hottest days this summer so far, it was nice to stay hydrated with fresh juices at the Hydration Bar presented by Olay. Guests indulged in a beauty service of their choice, including mini manicures and makeovers at the Fab Lab presented by CoverGirl and Braids & Blowouts presented by Fekkai and Pantene. 

My fabulous mani with CoverGirl Outlast Stay Brilliant Nail Gloss - no base or top coat necessary! Just two coats of nail color!

Guests received a branded travel cosmetic bag with free samples when posting to social media with #SummerGlowSalon

- Kim Weling

Style, Smile and Shop Event at Y Gallery Salon

On Tuesday, May 13th, SoHo's Y Gallery Salon, co-owned by artistic directors Yoni Kreger and Yaniv Levy, and Women's Mafia social club teamed up to host Style, Smile and Shop, featuring celebrity portrait photographer Amber De Vos and fashion designer Kristi Vosbeck. The glamorous and fun evening was filled with wine and hors d'oeuvres as guests enjoyed salon services, makeup touch-ups and a photo shoot. 

I started off my evening with a hair cut and blow out by celebrity and editorial hair stylist and makeup artist Clara Oh, who did a fabulous job on both my hair and makeup. I love her technique of cutting my hair first, so she can see how my hair falls naturally, and then washing it out and styling it. When it comes to hair and makeup, she really assesses what works for my face shape and complexion. She was able to keep my hair long, while adding layers, volume and texture. I would definitely come back for a cut and style with Clara and a color treatment or highlights when I decide to experiment with color! 

I also enjoyed a hand treatment by celebrity esthetician, makeup artist and author of Spa Wars, Lora Condon, as she walked me through her all-natural Beauty Buster Skincare line, which recently launched. The anti-aging line contains healing ingredients such as meadowfoam, rose, sandalwood, pine, Vitamin E and lavender. The skincare  is animal cruelty free and also free of parabens, mineral oil, artificial fragrances and SD alcohol. 10% of sales go to brave soldiers and their families. Donations are also sent to the Freedom Alliance, a charity that gives college scholarships to children who's parents have been either killed or permanently disabled in military action. 

I met with designer Kristi Vosbeck and chose a bold, cowl neck halter to wear for my photo shoot with Amber De Vos. Kristi's designs have a vintage flair with a modern twist. I especially love Kristi's gowns which are both luxurious and elegant. Some of my favorite's of Kristi's designs is the Mardelle ox blood halter dress, Phyllis French Python metallic silk frock and Distressed Damsel silk ruffle skirt with lambskin bodice.

I ended the night with my photo shoot with Amber De Vos. Amber was fun and easy to work and great with giving posing direction. The shoot felt very natural and was super quick, as Amber got the shots she needed from me in just a few minutes. I like being surprised by my photos and loved the one that Amber presented to me! You can check out some of Amber's portfolio here.

Thank you Marcy, Clara, Lora, Kristi, Amber and Y Gallery Salon for a fun and fabulous night!

Beauty Buster Skincare

Kristi Vosbeck rope necklace halter in gold lurex jacquard

With Kristi Vosbeck

With Marcy Clark of Women's Mafia

- Kim Weling

BaubleBar Online Sample Sale

The BaubleBar Sample Sale is going on now through Sunday 6/29 at baublebar.com. The site is offering 50-80% off of 100's of styles, priced at $10, $15, $20 and $25. 

J.Crew Spring/Summer Sample Sale

THE J.CREW SAMPLE SALE IS BACK! SHOP OUR SPRING AND SUMMER COLLECTIONS FOR WOMEN, MEN AND CREWCUTS (FOR KIDS), INCLUDING JEWELRY, SHOES, OUTERWEAR AND LOTS OF GREAT PIECES FROM MADEWELL. ENJOY UP TO 60% OFF RETAIL.*

*SOME STYLES MAY BE OF SAMPLE OR SECOND QUALITY.

*THERE WILL BE NO STROLLERS PERMITTED INSIDE.

WOMENS

260SAMPLESALE

260 FIFTH AVENUE (28/29TH STREET)

NYC NY 10001

N/R/6 TRAIN TO 28TH STREET

MENS

225SAMPLESALE

225 FIFTH AVENUE (26/27TH STREET)

NYC NY 10010

N/R/6 TRAIN TO 28TH STREET

*ALL CREDIT CARDS AND CASH ACCEPTED

JUNE 24TH – JUNE 29TH

TUESDAY - SATURDAY : 10AM – 9PM

SUNDAY : 11AM – 5PM

LILLIAN SANDALS

MSRP $138

Sale Price $65

LUDLOW SPORTCOAT IN LIGHTWEIGHT COTTON

MSRP $168

Sale Price $60

BABY SLEEVE ONE-PIECE GINGHAM
MSRP $48
Sale Price $15

MADEWELL TRANSPORT TOTE

MSRP $138-$168

Sale Price $45 -90

Studded Boots from Harley-Davidson Footwear

One of the newest styles from Harley-Davidson Footwear is the Kellyn Performance Boot. I love studded details, especially on boots, so this particular pair immediately caught my eye when I previewed the new spring/summer collection. It's the type of boot that can be paired with anything, from a dress or skirt to leggings or jeans. These full grain leather boots are built for riding, and with a 2" heel and full length cushion shock lining, they are also comfortable for trekking around the city. 

Harley-Davidson's performance boots have been infusing more hardware such as metal studs, and buckle accents for an edgy look. Some other new performance styles include the Chryse and Ashana boots. I've just gotten a glimpse at some of the new Harley-Davidson performance and lifestyle boots for fall and I can't wait! More hardware and weathered leathers to look forward to!

Tunic: Helmut Lang

Dress: David Lerner

Earrings/Necklace: Rebecca Minkoff

Sunglasses: Daisy Fuentes for Kohl's

Shoes: Harley-Davidson Footwear

Photos by Bri Weling

- Kim Weling

Summer Style Remix at Cynthia Rowley Hosted by Fashionably Petite and Made(Up) in NY

On Thursday, June 12th, Alice An of Made(Up) in NY and I hosted a Summer Style Remix soirée at the Cynthia Rowley Madison Avenue boutique at 43 East 78th Street. Guests enjoyed prosecco,  candy and crudités. The hair and makeup station was sponsored by Stephanie Flor of Around the World Beauty. Guests also enjoyed 20% off all Cynthia Rowley merchandise. It was fun to see everyone play dress-up in Cynthia Rowley's dresses. All the styles everyone tried on looked so flattering and beautiful!

The night was filled with SOCIAL LOVE tasks, with gifts up for grabs from our sponsors: Birchbox, skyn ICELAND, Kenig + Alcone, Knock Out Cosmetics, John Frieda and CLEANSE by LAUREN NAPIER. Everyone was really enjoying the skyn ICELAND Hydro Cool Firming Eye Gels throughout the night, especially since they were so soothing, cooling and refreshing! 

A big thank you to Alice for hosting the event with me and to everyone who attended our soirée, to Stephanie Flor and her makeup and hair team - Shay and Selda, gift ambassadors Cristal of Beauty-Goodies and Jackie of FiveTwo Certified, our amazing photographer Grant Friedman (and Cristal for also helping out with taking photos!), all our beauty sponsors, and of course to the Cynthia Rowley team for having us host the shopping party. To Chaney and Krista at the Cynthia Rowley Madison Aveue store - thank you so much for helping us prepare for the event and making sure our night went smoothly! You can check out our fun night of fashion & beauty on instagram and twitter with hashtag #summerstyleremix!

Photo credit for above images: Grant Friedman 

Photo credit for below images: Cristal Orpilla, Beauty Goodies

Additional images I took with my phone during the event

Gift Bag Sponsors

- Kim Weling