Les Belles Femmes: July 2011

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

DOVE® Chocolate : Our Products

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

Rouge Bunny Rouge

For weeks now I have heard online, whispers of a new, fantastic cosmetics company. Appearing sporadically on blogs and on twitter, the whispers intrigued me. Inspired by Victorian fairytales I heard. Originally from Russia, ooh how exotic. You cant currently buy it in any UK stores, interesting and exclusive eh. Its very expensive, definitely high end stuff, certainly.

Rouge Bunny Rouge had become my new fascination, not purely because of the seemingly exclusive nature of their products (and their price tags) but more because of the innovative nature of their items.

I awoke from a peaceful slumber one fine morning and found to have in my possession a variety of different Rouge Bunny Rouge items. How they had got there, I could not say. It were as if by magic. I spotted a light glimmer of what appeared to be fairy dust gleaming in the sunlight which was peaking through my window and realised that the fairies from the enchanted garden had glided silently into my bedroom that evening and left their magical lotions and potions for me to find upon waking.

Ok not really, but this is exactly the imagery Rouge Bunny Rouge evokes, with its fairy tale esq descriptions of products which evoke images of fairies, princesses, enchanted woods and magic.

Evocative descriptions aside, Rouge Bunny Rouge really does have a fantastic array of products to offer, my favourite being their Decadent Duo range. Ever had the issue of trying to find a blush and lipgloss that actually compliment each other? Search no more ladies, Decadent Duo can solve the problem for you.

The duo range is basically a 2 in 1 product. 1 Physical product, 2 functions. One end of the wand contains a delicate liquid blush whilst the other contains a lipgloss. Im a massive fan of liquid/cream blush anyway as I feel it gives you a more natural glow as opposed to being too matte.

The blush has a brush wand for application, though I prefer to put it on my fingers before blending it into my cheeks. The Gloss was silky, shiny and moisturising and complimented the blush perfectly.

What a genius idea eh! Genius if you know what you are using. I must admit, it took me a while to realise it was a blush and gloss- I had thought it was a dual lipgloss to begin with…

Another firm favourite is their Lip Potion in Devilish Nectar. Blended with spicy essential oils (I can definitely smell cinnamon, cardamom and chilli for sure) and jojoba, it increases the blood flow to your lips leaving them flushed, softened and irresistible to any prince!

You can currently only buy Rouge Bunny Rouge on the website Zuneta.com, but be warned, you will need to save up your hard earned gold coins before indulging, with the Decadent Duo’s selling for £28, and The Lip potion £24 they are definitely little luxuries.

OR, You can just enter my competition to win over £100 worth of Rouge Bunny Rouge goodies!

You can win a Decadent Duo in Rumba Cubana RRP £28, A Lose Glitter Pigment, Fire Drop RRP £24, and The Bronzing Gold Liquid, RRP £64.

All you have to do to enter is follow my blog through Google Friends Connect on the right hand side of the page, follow me on twitter @sarah_berryman1 and leave a comment below with your contact details and tell me what mystical creature you would most like to be!

The competition closes at 12pm on Friday 5^th August.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Silk'n SensEpil Giveaway

Paulina Carcach Alexa Handbag Review & Giveaway

Paulina Carcach Alexa Handbag Review & Giveaway: "

When we look for handbags we not only look for style but we want great value as well. It’s not hard to find handbags for hundreds and hundreds of dollars, but with the economy as it is, we want more value for our money. It’s most womens quest (addiction perhaps) to have every color of handbag to match our shoes and outfits and that can be costly. Is there a solution?

Paulina Carcach has created some of the loveliest handbags that are not only feminine, modern and stylish, but they also give you great value. One of their gorgeous handbags is the Alexa.

This satchel features polished plated gold hardware and pleating at the front. Rolled handles, detachable shoulder strap, and top zip main compartment closure. Luxurious Eggplant Calfskin Distress Leather. The leather is Full-grain and it has a beautiful distress texture and pretty polish finish. The interior is fully lined with contrast navy blue satin fabric and features one zip pocket on one side, cellphone pocket and multifunctional pocket on the opposite wall. It has one 22” approx. convertible/detachable shoulder strap, and two top handles that have an approx. 5.5” drop.

Approximate Dimensions: 15″W (38cm) x 12″H (30cm) x 5″D (12cm)

I received the Alexa in eggplant. This is an absolutely gorgeous color. Purples and eggplants seem to always be in style and you must have a least one purple handbag in your collection. The Alexa is a rock star not only for it’s looks and function but also for it’s value. The Alexa is extremely well made and attention is given to details. It has beautiful pleats on the front and back and has studs on the bottom of the purse to protect it from wear. It’s made out of a very soft leather that’s nice and smooth to the touch. The Alexa is a fairly large purse yet not overwhelming. It looks heavy but is surprising light and that’s important to me. Carrying a heavy purse and then loading it with your stuff can fatigue your shoulders. This is what happens to me so I tend to make sure the purse is fairly lightweight before I consider purchasing it. The interior has a beautiful royal blue satin lining with a zipper compartment and two pouches. The handbag is very roomy so you can really pack a lot of things into it. I also really like the shoulder strap, it’s wide enough so it rests comfortably on your shoulder without feeling any pressure. The handles are also comfortable to hold, they are strong and sturdy yet not too bulky in your hand. The style is such that it will be in style for years to come.

Paulina Carcach has a beautiful Spring collection that is a must to view. There are so many beautiful colors to choose from , delicious oranges, eye popping greens, breath taking blues , cheerful yellows and gold and so many more. They also carry sleek and styling belts and diaper bags too. Every handbag is so beautiful I want them all.

Paulina Carcach would like to offer one lucky reader the chance to win an Alexa bag in their choice of color. Thank you very much Paulina.

Mandatory Entry

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Tweet daily: I want to #win a Paulina Carcash handbag @pawsitiveliving @paulinacarcash http://pawsitiveliving.ca/?p=781 #giveaway US/Can 8/14

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Enter any of my active giveaways – 1 entry each

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All entries must be received by 9pm MST on Aug 14,2011. A winner will be chosen by random.org. The winner will be notified via email and have 48 hrs to respond. If no response with 48 hrs a new winner will be chosen. Open to US/Can. No PO Boxes allowed. One per household per ISP address.

Disclaimer:I received products for review only. The opinions express here are my own yours may differ.

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Saturday, July 23, 2011

Makeup Merriment: Another Josie Maran Giveaway

Makeup Merriment: Another Josie Maran Giveaway: "Hello dear readers, Well, it's time again for another giveaway! This time I've got some gorgeous goodies from one of my favorite natur..."

The New Yorker On The Town

Pearl Solitaire Pendant Review & Giveaway

Pearl Solitaire Pendant Review & Giveaway: "

Pure Pearls offers high quality, fine pearl jewelry at exceptional discount prices. By sourcing pearls straight from the pearl farms, they cut the middleman and bring incredible wholesale prices to their customers without sacrificing quality. At Pure Pearls, they make shopping affordable, safe, and educational.

Pure Pearls has one of the biggest selection of pearl jewelry on the web. Whether your looking for necklaces, earrings, rings, or bracelets, you find them available in Akoya, Freshwater, Tahitian and South Sea pearls. I had the ultimate pleasure of reviewing one of their gorgeous Pendants.

Featuring pastel lilac to deep violet hues and sparkling overtones of rose and aquamarine, each gorgeous lavender freshwater pearl is hand-selected for it’s superior beauty.

I have always admired pearl jewelry and was thrilled when I received a beautiful AAA Quality, 7.0-8.0 mm Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Pendant in lavender. It arrived in a lovely black gift box and GIA Graduate Prepared Appraisal is also included. This stunning solitaire pearl was enhanced with a delicate solid 14K gold bunny bale and matching 14K gold 16 inch chain. I’m a huge fan of fine elegant jewelry and this solitaire is a perfect fit for me. What a thoughtful and generous gift this would make for any woman in your life. It would be loved and adored for many years. This pendant is also available in white, pink and black. I would love one in every color.

Every Pure Pearls Purchase Includes

In Stock : FREE Delivery Included

90 Day Easy Returns

Savings of up to 80% off Average Retail Pricing

100% Safe & Secure Shopping

Appraisal Certificate Prepared by Certified Pearl Expert

Signature Little Black Gift Box

Pearl Care Card with instructions on how to keep your pearls beautiful for a lifetime!

I thought it was fabulous that they also carry jewelry for men. Check out this gorgeous Tie tack. I love the stunning cuff links in Black Tahitian pearls. Unique and distinctive, each pair of black Tahitian baroque pearls are completely one of a kind. Drop-shaped, AAA quality pearls measure 9.0-10.0mm, and are hand-matched according to color, shape and luster. Your choice of sterling silver, or 14K white or yellow gold cufflinks.

The really nice people at Pure Pearls would love to offer one very lucky reader the chance to win a Freshwater Pearl Solitaire Pendant in your choice of color.

chance to win one. Thank you so much Sleepywrap.

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Go to Pure Pearls and tell me what you would love to have

Like Pure Pearls on Facebook - 5 entries

Friend me on Facebook

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Follow me on Twitter @pawsitiveliving

Tweet daily: I want to #win a stunning Pearl Solitaire Pendant @pawsitiveliving @purepearls http://pawsitiveliving.ca/?p=1255 #giveaway US/Can 8/15

Blog about this giveaway,include links to both sites,leave link ~ 5 entries

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Enter any of my active giveaways –1 entry each

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All entries must be received by 9pm MST on Aug 15,2011. A winner will be chosen by random.org. The winner will be notified via email and have 48 hrs to respond. If no response with 48 hrs a new winner will be chosen. Open to US/Can. No PO Boxes allowed. One per household per ISP address.

Disclaimer:I received products for review only. The opinions express here are my own yours may differ.

Thursday, July 21, 2011

SSENSE Giftcard Giveaway on A Few Goody Gumdrops

SSENSE Giftcard Giveaway on A Few Goody Gumdrops: "

A Few Goody Gumdrops is excited to bring you an amazing new Giveaway from SSENSE.

AFGG has teamed up with the chic and stylish online shopping site to offer our readers the chance to win a $250 Giftcard for SSENSE! If you're the lucky winner of this fabulous Giftcard, how will you spend it on SSENSE? We know you'll enjoy viewing their fashionable runway and designer collections online.

SSENSE.com is one of my favorite online fashion sites for men and women who love shopping for luxury apparel and accessories from fashion's most coveted designers. SSENSE has a super stylish selection of runway and high-street fashions from labels such as Dsquared2, Rag & Bone, Maison Martin Margiela, Alice + Olivia, Givenchy, Lanvin, Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler and many more. We can't forget about their incredible Designer Handbags!

To enter to win this fabulous Giftcard:

1. Subscribe to A Few Goody Gumdrops by email.

2.Leave a comment on this post using the email address you used to subscribe.Tell us how you would spend the giftcard.

3.'Like' AFGG's Facebook Page

4.'Like' SSENSE's Facebook Page

The winner will be chosen at random by A Few Goody Gumdrops. The contest will run for two weeks beginning 7/19/11 and will end 8/3/11. SSENSE will send the Giftcard directly to the winner, so be sure to provide a valid email address.The winner has 48 hours to respond by email. If there is no response an alternate winner will be chosen. Only residents of the United States are eligible to enter and/or claim the prize.

A Few Goody Gumdrops wishes to thank SSENSE for sponsoring this fabulous GIVEAWAY.

Have a sizzling summer by winning enough makeup to give you heatstroke! Contest!

What an amazing Giveaway. I can't believe all the wonderful goodies in this prize package. You've got to take a few moments and read about this giveaway and all the incredible products BeautyCrazedcan.com has been so generous to put together for one very lucky person!

Have a sizzling summer by winning enough makeup to give you heatstroke! Contest!: "

Let me start off by apologizing for the picture - my husband takes all my pics and they are usually really good so I didn't check it first and by the time I realized it was crap, I had already packed the prize all up and with my husband was making crabby faces at the thought of having to take it again. I figured for the sake of a happy marriage I would just make you all tolerate a bad pic and have you rely on the description of the prize to know what your'e getting! And it is a great prize - including many of our favourite products from the last few months:

Lancôme Desert Rose Blush - my favourite product from the summer collection!
Quo Summer Fantasy Palette in Rich - from the summer collection
Clarins Mosaique Summer Bronzing Compact - from the summer collection
CoverGirl Clean 50th Anniversary Sensitive Skin Pressed Powder in Medium Light
Burberry Beauty Lip Mist in No 202 Copper
Yves Saint Laurent Dessin Du Regard Waterproof in No 2 Patent Leather
Yves Saint Laurent Volupte Sheer Candy in shade 3
Anna Sui Dolly Girl Full Mascara in 001 Black
Josie Maran Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain in Quickstep
Bellapierre Cosmetics On The Go Trio
OPI Nail Lacquer Pirates of the Caribbean collection in Sparrow Me The Drama and Steady As She Rose
Stila Lip Glaze in Cotton Candy - from the summer collection
Jillian Dempsey for Avon Professional Eye Smokifier in Blue Grey and Khaki
The Body Shop Honey Bronze Brilliance Powder in Shimmer Copper - from the summer collection
L'Occitane Pivoine Flora Lip Shine in Brun Pirouette
Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Inspired by Carmindy Airbrush Spray Makeup in Light to Medium
L'Oréal Color Infaillible Shadow in 002 Hourglass Beige
It Cosmetics Brow Power Lift Illuminating Pencil

Sound like it's worth winning? Read on then...This contest is open to everyone everywhere and it's very easy to enter, just leave a comment letting us know that you follow (if you aren't a follower you can sign up through Google or Facebook - signups are in the right sidebar)

1 entry for following and leaving a comment answering the question - Which item from the prize would you be most excited to win? Please also leave your e-mail so we can find you if you win!

And for extra entries you can do one or both of the following:
1 entry for following Beautycrazedcan on Twitter and tweeting the contest
3 entries if you post this contest as a post or on the sidebar of your blog

If you prefer not to leave your info on a public post, please leave a post saying you want to enter and then e-mail your info to info@beautycrazed.ca, please put "Summer Contest" in the subject line. Remember to leave the post or you name won't actually end up in the draw!Winner to be decided by random drawing and you have until August 13th to enter. Good Luck!

- Lisamarie -

Make Up For Ever Kohl Pencil Giveaway

Make Up For Ever Kohl Pencil Giveaway: "Hello ladies! I've got another giveaway for all of you. One lucky winner will win the MUFE #7 Kohl Pencil (gold). Thanks to Make Up For Ever for sponsoring this giveaway!!

{TO ENTER}

Please read these Rules before entering this giveaway.

PRIZE: One lucky TMD reader will win one MUFE KOHL PENCIL #7

OPEN TO: USA RESIDENTS ONLY

Contest Ends: SUNDAY JULY 24, 2011 at 9:00 PM EST

Winner will be chosen by random.org and announced here on this post. I will also notify the winner via email as well, so please make sure you leave your email address in your comment. If you don't, I can't notify you if you are the winner.

MANDATORY

Do one or you can do both of the following:(if you don't have a twitter/facebook page, then leave a comment telling me what MUFE product you would like to try.

'FOLLOW' MUFE on Twitter

'LIKE' MUFE on FACEBOOK

(leave your facebook/twitter name in a comment)

(worth 1 entry each)

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EXTRA ENTRIES

'Leave a separate comment for each entry that you do'

If you already follow/like me or the sponsor just leave a comment letting me know.

1. 'LIKE' THE MAKEUP DIVAS on Facebook. (let me know your Facebook name in a comment)(worth 1 entry)

2. 'FOLLOW' @THEMAKEUPDIVAS on Twitter. (let me know your twitter name in a comment)(worth 1 entry)

3. 'TWEET' about this giveaway using the hashtags #giveaway #beauty in the tweet. (once a day) (leave the tweeted link in a comment)(worth 1 entry per tweet)

4. 'SUBSCRIBE' or FOLLOW by email, feed or Google Friend Connect to The Makeup Divas. Leave your name in a comment.(worth 1 entry)

5. 'BLOG' about this giveaway on your blog. (post the link in your comment; don't forget to leave 2 comments) worth 2 entries.

Good luck to everyone!

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Note: The featured product/products for this giveaway have been provided by the PR Rep of the manufacturer.

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Giveaway: Win a Product-Filled Gift Bag From Planet Beauty!

Giveaway: Win a Product-Filled Gift Bag From Planet Beauty!: "Planet Beauty has sponsored a beauty gift bag with about $100 of beauty products inside for our 3rd birthday giveaways! I took a little peek inside...and there's good stuff in there! I spy Matrix, Sebastian, Essie...but you'll have to win to find out the rest! (Ends 7/21)

Giveaway: Win a Clarisonic Mia Skin Sonic Cleansing System!

Giveaway: Win a Clarisonic Mia Skin Sonic Cleansing System!: "You asked for it, and here it is! We have one Clarisonic Mia to give away for this month's 3rd birthday celebration. Go enter! (Ends 7/25)

Monday, July 18, 2011

Elizabeth Arden Giveaway!

Elizabeth Arden Giveaway!: "Hey beauties, I have a fantasic giveaway for you this week! The famous Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold Ultra Restorative Capsules Intensive Treatment for Face and Throat-60 capsules, a $68 value! These are pure, potent, intensive single dose caps"