The Kooples Sample Sale - 10/27 - 11/1/15

THE KOOPLES SAMPLE SALE

*151 WOOSTER STREET*

(BTWN HOUSTON & PRINCE ST.)

NYC NY 10012

N/R TRAIN TO PRINCE ST.

C/E TRAIN TO SPRING ST.

B/D/F/M TRAIN TO BROADWAY-LAFAYETTE

*​​OCTOBER 27TH - NOVEMBER 1ST *

TUESDAY : 9AM-8PM

WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY : 11AM-8PM

SATURDAY : 10AM-8PM

SUNDAY : 10AM-4PM

James Perse Sample Sale - 10/27 - 11/1/15

JAMES PERSE SAMPLE SALE

MEN'S, WOMEN'S, HOME, AND ACCESSORIES FOR UP TO 75% OFF

*260 FIFTH AVENUE*

(28/29TH STREET)

NYC NY 10001

N/R/6 TRAIN TO 28TH STREET

*​​OCTOBER 27TH - NOVEMBER 1ST*

TUESDAY-THURSDAY : 10AM-8PM

FRIDAY-SATURDAY : 10AM-7PM

SUNDAY : 10AM-5PM

Celebrating the Launch of HTC One A9 at TIDAL X: 1020 Amplified by HTC

 

On October 20th, HTC held a media event at Barclays Center, where guests experienced the HTC One A9 first hand. The event ended with VIP seating for TIDAL X: 1020 Amplified by HTC, a very special concert hosted by TIDAL and HTC to celebrate the newest smartphone. 

The new HTC One A9 is a smartphone that combines striking design with the newest features of Android 6.0 Marshmallow with HTC Sense. 

I'm really excited about the camera capabilities, including a 13MP rear camera featuring Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), an optional Pro mode, and a Hyperlapse editing tool , which can speedup your videos to 12 times as fast for a dramatic time-lapse effect. 

TIDAL X: 1020 Amplified by HTC, the first in a series of philanthropic music events curated by TIDAL, is aimed at raising awareness, funds, conscious engagement, and dynamic action for transformative and positive social impact worldwide. 

The concert was filled with amazing performances by JAY Z, Beyonce, Usher, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, T.I., Rick Ross, Nick Jonas, Meek Mill, French Montana, Travis Scott, Damian Marley, Indochine, Thomas Rhett, Fabolous, DJ Cipha Sounds, DJ Reflex, and TIDAL Rising acts Alessia Cara, Bas, Benjamin Booker, Flatbush Zombies and Justine Skye. 

Some of my favorite moments included Jay Z singing "Holy Grail" with Beyonce and ending the night with "Empire State of Mind". I also enjoyed seeing Beyonce perform "Feeling Myself" with Nicki Minaj, Nick Jonas with "Levels" and Usher with "Chains."

One hundred percent of ticket proceeds benefit nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing positive community relations and effecting systemic change for the development and sustainability of just societies, this inaugural event's philanthropic focus. 

Photos by HTC

- Kim Weling

Last-Minute Halloween Costumes at Yandy.com

Halloween has crept up on us, with just a few days away to come up with a costume or get those last-minute accessories. This is the first time I've been introduced to Yandy.com, the leading lingerie and costume online store which also has dresses, shoes, swimwear and accessories. Even men's costumes are available. You can find your favorite costume for under $100, from superhero, cosplay, vampire, fairytale, flapper, medievel costumes and more. Some of my favorite costumes include the Egyptian Goddess, 1920s Stunning Flapper, Victorious Warrior, Sexy Red Coat Military, Sexy Grey Bunny, and Royal Queen of Hearts. You can even add to or upgrade a costume you already have. I already have a Wonder Woman costume, but Yandy has Wonder Girl boots that I would love to wear with it. 

Even if it's the smallest size, I always worry about the fit of the costume. But since Yandy has a sexy fit, I expect the XS or S sizing of their costumes to fit perfectly. Yandy has such a large assortment of products - you may end up finding items you need for a special event or occasion throughout the year, like a bustier or corset, hosiery or masquerade masks. I've also noticed Yandy has sexy lingerie at very reasonable prices, with bras at $19.95 or less. 

Halloween is the perfect time to discover Yandy.com, and still get your last-minute costume shipped to you by October 30th. 

- Kim Weling

Get Glam to Ghoul This Halloween with MAKE UP FOR EVER

On October 8th, after spending all day at New York Comic Con, I got to end my day with MAKE UP FOR EVER's Glam to Ghoul event at the MAKE UP FOR EVER boutique at 8 East 12th Street between 5th Avenue & University Place. 

MAKE UP FOR EVER is the go-to destination for Halloween makeup. The pro makeup team walked me through the unique Halloween services that the amazing MAKE UP FOR EVER Boutiques have to offer, from classic glam to ghoul looks. You can either pick up the makeup you need to create your look or book an appointment for a full face character transformation for $60 (45-60 minutes), face, neck, arms and light effects for $100 (60-90 minutes) or go for a full face & body effects application for $150 (90-120 minutes).

I was amazed at how quickly the pro team can work their magic! Nick Lujan quickly walked me through how to apply a bloody gash in a matter of minutes! It looked so real I was getting alarming looks on the street as I made my way to my next event. 

To create a wound on the skin, you'll want to use Spirit Gum, Plasto Wax, Artist Shadow, Aqua Black, Rouge Artist Intense in a deep red, and Coagulated Artificial Blood. Just be careful because the drying process takes awhile. By the time I got to my next event 20 minutes later, the Coagulated Artificial Blood had continued to drip out of my wound, which made it look even more real! When I got home I used olive oil to easily clean the wound off my skin. 

During the event we also got color-matched to MAKE UP FOR EVER's Ultra HD Foundation which I am absolutely obsessed with, since it's so lightweight and wearable for a daily foundation. 

I also learned about the newest launch LASH SHOW, which comes in 4 styles: Natural Volume, Dramatic Volume, Winged for cat-eye style, and Artistic, for elaborate looks and show-stopping lashes. The Lash Show line of 50 handmade, false lash styles are made of top-quality, 100% synthetic fibers for lightweight, all day wear and maximum comfort. A flexible, resilient band easily adapts perfectly to any eye shape with total control precision. Each hygienic Lash Show set contains MAKE UP FOREVER's gentle latex-free adhesive with a unique, easy-to-apply eyeliner tip. 

For some MAKE UP FOR EVER Glam to Ghoul inspiration and step by step how to instructions, click here.

- Kim Weling