Jessica Simpson – Forty, Flirty & Fabulous

Mother’s Day Beauty Gift Guide — Part 2, Fragrances

Fragrance is a classic gift for Mother’s Day. I know a lot of people shy away from giving their loved ones new fragrances, since you never really know if they will like it. But if you know what types of fragrance notes she likes, you can find a new scent she may just love!

My new finds are:

Balenciaga L’Eau Rose — With “L’Eau Rose”, Balenciaga introduces the third opus in its’ fragrant dynasty. A sparkling melody that sings of a radiant violet as light as the caress of spring. Its pure pink color seems to quiver behind the thick glass of the bottle. The matte black cap contrasts with the deceptive tenderness of Eau Rose.
Top:         Green pear, blackberry, spicy notes
Mid:         Violet, rose, jasmine sambac, aromatic notes
Base:         Cedar and cypress essence, musk, patchouli and iris
Available Feb 2013 at specialty stores nationwide.
50ml $90

Just Cavalli — The Just Cavalli woman is a playful temptress. This creamy sexy floral is packaged in a beautiful flacon made of pink glass and gold metal that is wrapped with a pink python skin collar, reminiscent of the animal instinct it can unleash. Rising model Georgia May Jagger is the face of the global campaign.
Top:         Neroli
Mid:         Tiare Flower
Base:         Palissander
Available Feb 2013 at specialty stores nationwide.
50ml $60.00

VINCE CAMUTO for Women — This first fragrance by Vince Camuto is contemporary, sexy and sophisticated. The top notes are enriched with intoxicating notes of rum absolute and osmanthus nectar. A heart is opulent and floral, composed of Bulgarian rose and night blossoming jasmine enhanced with leather notes, while a base incorporates vanilla, absolute, sensual patchouli, hot Brazilian amber and leathery musk. Fragrance Vince Camuto is available in a gorgeous glass flacon with stylish cap shaped like logo of the brand. 1.7 oz bottle..

Price: 3.4 oz. Eau de Parfum Spray $78.00

Availability: www.vincecamuto.com, Vince Camuto boutiques and major department stores

Vintage Bloom by Jessica Simpson — Vintage Bloom, the new fragrance from Jessica Simpson, is a soft, sheer romantic floral, a subtle harmony of garden flowers wafting by on a summer breeze. Crisp vibrant citrus notes open up Vintage Bloom to raspberry blossom, a light fresh floral accord and a burst of stardust peony. It then blossoms into warm sensuality, inviting notes of crisp cotton musk and Indian sandalwood. Feminine and sensual, beautiful and accessible, this fragrance captures Jessica’s own charming, natural style.

Price: 3.4 oz. Eau de Parfum Spray $65.00

Availability: Major department stores, http://www.jessicasimpson.com

Eternity Summer 2013 Calvin Klein for women

ETERNITY summer captures the natural beauty of seashells glistening in the sand on a warm summer day.
Top: Seabreeze, aquatic accord, sparkling bergamot
Mid: Wisteria, living cotton flower, osmanthus
Base: Musk, white amber, sandalwood
100 ml $58.00

Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau so Fresh Sunshine
Top:         Strawberry, apple blossom, pink grapefruit
Mid:         Jasmine petals, day lily, rose
Base:         Violet leaf, white oak moss, amber wood
2.5oz $75.00

Laura Mercier La Petite Patisserie Eau Gourmande Fragrance Coffret ($45 USD) — Treat yourself to a delicious trio of Laura’s best-selling gourmande fragrance sprays. This limited edition collection includes three perfectly portable Eau Gourmandes in Vanille, Fresh Fig and Almond Coconut Milk. Warm, fresh and exotic, wear your favorite alone, or blend and layer for a custom gourmande scent.

Available at www.lauramercier.com and fine department stores.

Enjoy!

Hot Hair Trend — Braids!

It’s the hairstyle that is popping up on both the red carpet and city streets everywhere – braids. This season’s ultimate accessory is practical and pretty and can be styled in numerous ways, from a French braid to a fishtail and everything in between. You don’t have to spend a lot of time re-creating this chic trend, which has been seen on celebrities like Jessica Alba, Nicole Ritchie and Jessica Simpson. Now, you can add some boho appeal to your hair with a variety of options for braided extensions:

POP Clip-In Braid ($9: ULTA and ULTA.com): No weaving knowledge necessary—the POP Clip-In Braid is attached to a small pressure-sensitive clip that can be added to your own hair as an accent, or to a hair piece or ponytail.

Hairdo 4-Braid Band Duo ($16: QVC.com): Say good-bye to bad hair days and hello to a brand new look with the help of these four-braid brands. Wear closely together for a smooth polished look, or separate them and go boho chic–either way, you’ll turn heads.

Dancing with the Stars Bellissima Braid Band ($10: Folica.com): This fishtail braided headband is easy to attach to any hairstyle to give you a fabulous hair accent in an instant.

Add Some Volume to Your Hair With Clip-In Extensions by POP and HairDo

Wonder how the dancers and celebrities in Dancing with the Stars plus pop sensation Jessica Simpson get their great voluminous hair? Clip-in extensions! These allow easy changes in hair styles — you don’t have to commit to one style! So much fun!

Bango Tango by Dancing with the Stars ($22.00 USD) is a very blunt bang that allows you to achieve a prominent fringe without any cutting of your natural hair combined with Heat-Friendly synthetic fiber that can be styled using a flat iron or curling iron, up to 350 degrees. It also features 3 pressure sensitive clips; two that tuck into the front hairline and one to attach to the back of the piece.

What I think: Thinking about getting bangs? I was. Bango Tango is a great way to try a cute full fringe without committing to a hair cut. I found out that it is not the look for me, but my bang-less hair is still in tact!

I love the Bump Up the Volume by hairdo ($99.00 USD)! This is a one piece clip in volumizing extension made with heat-friendly synthetic hair. The overall length measures 21 inches from top to bottom and can be cut and styled to blend with hairstyle. Instantly create lift and volume at the crown where you need it most. Created by celebrity stylist Ken Paves and tested on Jessica Simpson herself, you can take your hair to new heights, without teasing and using hairspray. The half-circle base has 4 pressure sensitive clips which secures firmly in place without damaging your own hair. There are also flexible wires built-in to the base which allow you to push up for extra height. Available in 11 salon inspired colors.

What I think: This is so easy to use! I love how easy it is to apply and that you can adjust the size of the bump that you want by pushing up the bottom of the piece and clipping it in. It looks really cool in a ponytail — my hair is thin and it gives me extra thickness. You can also curl it or wave it and wear it loose.

Go! Go! Girl by Dancing with the Stars ($49.00 USD) is a 19″ V-Shaped 1 piece clip-in extension that offers incredible volume and layers, yet has a compact, comfortable fit combined with Heat-Friendly synthetic fiber that can be styled using a flat iron or curling iron, up to 350 degrees. It features 6 pressure sensitive clips for easy, secure attachment.

What I think: It looks extremely natural under a layer of your hair — smooth your hair over it and the layers look like they are yours! The only downfall is that it is a bit heavy.

Visit www.hairextensions.com and www.hsn.com to purchase these amazing hair pieces.