Try These Easy Summer Hair Accessories

This time of year we start to look for shortcuts to fabulous hair. It's no fun to spend an hour blowing your hair dry and using hot tools when it's equally as hot outside. Lauren Le Vine of Daily Makeover found six great summer hair styles starting with Dakota Fanning and her bejeweled headband. Check out her other picks too.

Web Snob July 30th, 2010

Stiletto Jungle picks the must-haves from the bargain-chic Dolce Vita for Target shoe line, now available online.

Gerard Butler is the newest face of L'Oreal. Allie is Wired has the scoop.

Alexander McQueen Faithful / Proenza Schuler PS1 / Mulberry Alexa! BagBliss is coveting the Satchel Bag Trend

Coquette is ready for the beach with these stylish swimsuit cover ups.

Fashion Pulse Daily picks its favorite pieces from the Be&D Cruise 2010 collections.

The Jet Set Girls pick the sexiest, must-have Christian Louboutin Booties for the upcoming fall season!

Second City Style is mad for Desert Boots and can't wait for the cooler weather of the season to begin!

Shopping and Info predicts Victoria Beckham will be wearing these black Prada boots for Fall 2010.

The Beauty Stop dissects Heidi Klum's Project Runway premiere look.

The Shoe Goddess says animal prints are a must-have for fall, and this YSL Leopard Print Tribtoo Pump is a great choice!

On Our Radar: Bachelorette Parties

We had so much fun last August with our month of bachelorette party ideas that we decided to do it again! Who cares that Annie is now married--we still have plenty of friends who are getting hitched and need a proper girls' getaway send off to marital bliss.

Follow along with us all August as we feature destinations, recaps of readers bachelorette parties, sexy outfits, games and more to make your bachelorette party a screaming success for the record books.

Have a question or a destination you would like to see covered? Email us at jetsetgirls@gmail.com.

Christian Louboutin Fall Booties

Christian Louboutin Booties by Jet Set Girls featuring Christian Louboutin

Tinazata 120 cutout boots, $1,395
Lady Derby - Grey, $995
Pillow Medium Softy Satchel, $1,995
New Arrivals - Shoes - Shoes & Handbags - Saks.com, $995
Christian Louboutin - Et D'Un Plato Ankle Boots, $1,195

The new Christian Louboutin booties -- plus one very fabulous pillow bag -- have us dreaming of wearing short shorts, tights and hitting the town on our next girls' getaways. Which pair is your favorite?

Fresh Eat Pray Love Perfume and Candles

Movie merchandising isn't just for Happy Meals anymore and the soon-to-be released Eat Pray Love is the latest movie influencing the retail market. Eat Pray Love chronicles Liz Gilbert's seach for pleasure, spirituality and balance across Italy, India and Indonesia. We resisted reading it for years (because if there's that much hype, it's value is suspicious!); but in the end we enjoyed her vivid descriptions of her travels. Eat Pray Love shared its name and inspiration with The Republic of Tea and World Market among others; but the products we're most interested in are the fragrances by Fresh.

The scent "Eat" is based on author Liz Gilbert's four month food tour through Italy which is our favorite part of the book. Her descriptions of food are drool-worthy. It's no wonder Fresh chose lemon, basil and creamy vanilla scents to represent the beginning of her journey. "Pray" was based on Gilbert's study at an Ashram in India and has notes of jasmine, pink pepper, patchouli, and incense. The final scent, "Love", represents Gilbert's final few months of travel through the tropical paradise in Bali with notes of jasmine, sandalwood and amber.

The Fresh collection is also available as candles and would make an excellent present for an Eat Pray Love fan. You can find the products at http://www.fresh.com/. The movie opens August 13th, 2010.

Cutler Does Africa

Celeb hairstylist Rodney Cutler is headed to Africa this fall to run over 250 miles from the Port of Mombasa and up Mount Kilimanjaro in a Sea to the Stars run. Why would anyone do such a thing? Cutler is partnering with Toby Tanser, world-renowned runner and founder of Shoe4Africa to raise money to build the first-ever public children’s hospital in Kenya.

To raise money for the hospital and Shoe4Africa, Thuy designed an African themed, custom-designed headscarves (shown). 100% of all proceeds from the sale of the $45 scarf go toward building the Kenyan hospital. Buy a Thuy Sea to the Stars scarf today.

How to Dress for a Long Flight

Thanks to AOL Stylist for sharing tips on How to Dress for a Long Flight. While we agree with most of their tips, we think it's OK to wear nice jeans (meaning no holes or trendy shreds) on a flight. Many jeans like our Earnest Sewn and J. Brands are so comfy and classy now, that rule feels outdated.

A few additional suggestions for looking good and staying comfortable on a long haul:

1. Always wear a long scarf or pashmina. It can double as a blanket or a pillow, because who wants to use the airlines?
2. If it's an overnight flight, pack a pair of leggings, long-sleeved T-shirt and socks and change for sleepy time. That is, unless your flying in First. Many airlines provide sleeping outfits for you.
3. Pack a carry on full of moisturizing beauty products, fun reads and load your iPod with soothing tunes.

Classy: A Modern Guide to Etiquette

Confused about decorum in this day and age of tell alls, text messages and Facebook? Derek Blasberg, a contributor to Vogue, W, Interview, Haper's Bazaar and more, helps set the record straight in his Classy: Exceptional Advice for the Extremely Modern Lady. His hilarious take on 21st century etiquette isn't always groundbreaking, but it did make us laugh.

Read an excerpt of Classy on Elle.com.

Laser Hair Removal Giveaway

We're giving away three laser hair removal packages from Advanced Derma Laser Tech in NYC worth $450 to $600!  Read the details of the contest, see why we're trying laser ourselves, and find the reasons it may be a good fit for you as well.  We're choosing the winners on Friday. Good luck!

100 Years of Travel Ads

If the Mad Men premiere whetted your appetite for vintage advertising, check out the coffee table book 20th Century Travel: 100 Years Of Globe-Trotting Ads. It's filled with classic ads from the past 100 years when traveling was still glamorous and getting there truly was half the fun.

It make an ideal hostess gift, too, for those of you lucky enough to have snagged invites to a friend's beach house!

Shipping Luggage: Is It Worth It?

We've never shipped our luggage to our destination and this report from Smarter Travel makes us think we won't be doing so anytime soon. It doesn't sound very cost effective or easy. But certainly if you had a special occasion it would be worth it to make sure your dress got there on time.

Have you ever shipped your luggage?

Laser Hair Removal Giveaway!

So far in 2010, I've tried waxing, shaving, and depilatory creams in an effort to find the best solution for lasting hair removal with minimal effort, cost and side-effects like bumps, in-grown hair or rashes. I finally turned to laser hair removal because I wasn't satisfied with my other results. I'm excited to giveaway packages to three of you at the Advanced Derma Laser Tech in NYC worth $450 to $600!

I spoke to Jennifer Kandemir, owner and founder of Advanced Derma Laser Tech, about laser hair removal and its benefits.

Jennifer began her career as a hair colorist in prestigious salons such as John Frieda and Warren Tricomi. After an unfortunate and scarring experience with laser hair removal, Jennifer set out to find a safe and effective laser for women of color. Some lasers are unsafe, as Jennifer found out personally,  because the laser is attracted to darker pigment. This is also why it is not safe to get laser treatments when you have a tan. Jennifer found two lasers that she uses in her office: the Cutera Nd: YAG laser for women with darker complexions and the Alexandrite by Candela Gentle Laser for lighter complexions.

Here are the most important reasons men and women choose laser hair removal: whether you have unwanted leg, arm, bikini, or facial hair, it is a life-long issue and affects self-esteem. The investment in laser hair removal is less than the cost of a lifetime of waxing and shaving. Laser results in permanent removal of unwanted hair. Hair is usually gone after six treatments, though in some cases patients may need maintenance treatments for stubborn areas. Laser hair removal can finally get rid of ingrown hairs or bumps caused by plucking, waxing and shaving.

We're excited to offer three JSG readers laser hair removal at Advanced Derma Laser Tech in New York City.  Pick your choice of six sessions of leg, bikini or underarm areas.  The packages are worth $450-$600 each! Women and men are welcome to enter. Here's what to do: leave a comment below then send your name, phone, and email to jsggiveaway@gmail.com.  We'll select three winners on Friday, July 30th, 2010.

Advanced Derma Laser Tech

422 Madison Avenue, 3rd Floor

(Bet. 48th & 49th Street)

New York City

(212) 223-2233

How to Wear Makeup that Suits Your Mood

Daily Makeover contributor and celebrity makeup artist, Carmindy, shared how to add a little makeup to your routine each day that reflects your mood. We know there are days that a bold lipstick fits and there are days when we just feel like wearing a pink stain. Find out Carmindy's tips from Daily Makeover.

Web Snob July 23rd, 2010

Stiletto Jungle found summer perfection in the new Tucker Cross Front Dress.

Allie is Wired shares outtakes from Dakota Fanning's gorgeous Vogue Italia photo shoot.

The coolest "Murphy bed" of bags at Bag Snob!

Beauty Snob has THE wipes for those nights when you don't want to spend too much time taking off your makeup, and you just want to fall into bed.

Coquette says pre-order your By Malene Birger sequined cardigan and more at Saks' fall sneak preview.

The Jet Set Girls found a vacation in a glass and they share the recipe for Bacardi's irresistible new cocktail!

Second City Style gives recognition to stores that cause major addiction with Shopping With Andra's Shop-Tastic Awards.

Shopping and Info loves the nude sandals Vanessa Hudgens wore by Jimmy Choo.

From black tie to beach weddings, StyleBakery.com helps you crack the wedding dress code with wearable head-to-toe looks.

StyleCaster is hosting part 2 of their freeSummer Concert Series this Tuesday in NYC with live performances by Miss TK & The Revenge, Au Revoir Simone and Lemonade.

The Beauty Stop pampers with Fresh Rice Sake Bath.

Have a need for fashionable feeds? The Fashion Bomb compiled the Top 10 Fashion Insiders to Follow on Twitter!

The Shoe Goddess thinks this navy suede Giuseppe Zanotti Platform Wedgeis the perfect wedge for fall and winter!

eye4style can't wait for the release of MAC's limited edition Wonder Womancollection!

Burberry Beauty

Burberry Beauty by Jet Set Girls featuring Burberry shoes

JELLY White Flip Flops, $107
Burberry Beauty - View All - Nordstrom, $28
Burberry Beauty - View All - Nordstrom, $42
Burberry Beauty - View All - Nordstrom, $28
Burberry 'Lip Glow' Natural Lip Gloss - View All - Nordstrom, $27

Burberry Beauty launched this summer and we're itching to get our hands on some lipgloss for our beachbags.  Here are a few tips we learned from Nordstrom's National Beauty Director Cheri Botiz (twitter: @NordstromBeauty) at the launch in San Francisco:

Use Pale Rose eye shadow on the inner corner of the eye to look like you just had 8 hours of sleep.

For a perfect smokey eye use Trench eye shadow as a base color and Taupe Brown as the crease color.

Union Red lipstick is one of the most wearable reds on the market.

On Our Radar: Teetotum Hotel in Tulum

One of our fave hairstylists just got back from a trip to the Teetotum Hotel in Tulum Mexico and raved about the tiny four room inn. What did she like about it? Top on the list was the friendly staff who went out of their way to make sure she had everything she and her friends needed. She also said that the rooms were large and comfortably decorated --beach-y yet modern with iPod docks and Wi-Fi. While the hotel isn't right on the beach, it offers free bicycles for the short ride.

She raved about the food too, saying it was ridiculously good for the price. Beers and mango margaritas were about $1 and $3 respectively!

We've long been fans of the Riviera Maya for its convenience to the east coast--a non stop flight to Cancun, then a short cab ride and you're in heaven!

Rates at the Teetotum Hotel start at $85 a night.

Bacardi Torched Cherry Getaway

We first became fans of  Bacardi's Torched Cherry during the Hotel Thrillist weekend at the Fontainebleau. After tasting the Bacardi Torched Cherry Getaway a the Robert Verdi Twitter Getaways event tonight we're officially o-b-s-e-s-s-e-d! Drink enough of them and you'll have a vacation in a glass! Here's how to make them at home:

Bacardi Torched Cherry Getaway
2 parts Bacardi Torched Cherry
3 Blackberries
2 Lemon slices
Bunch of mint (6 leaves)
1/2 part simple syrup
Muddle blackberries, lemon slices and mint.  Add the rum and simply syrup, then shake, double strain and pour over ice. Garnish with mint, blueberries or raspberries.

The Ford Fiesta

We recently had the chance to chat with Lesli Ann Mie Agcaoili, color and materials designer at Ford Motors who explained that the new Ford Fiesta was practically designed for JSG's. "It's really unlike any other car on the market--it's really meant to be a fun car." With colors like Lime Squeeze (shown), Bright Magenta and Blue Flame, Lesli and Ford are definitely on the right track.

Lesli says that she looks to pop culture and fashion when dreaming up the candy colors for the interior and exterior of the car. "Lime Squeeze reminds me of the Diet Mountain Dew I often drink." As for her other inspirations, Leslie named swimwear, California culture, graffiti art and even nail polish. "I check out Sephora to see what new colors they introduce."

In addition to an attention-getting outside, the Ford Fiesta offers seven interior trim options--25% of the fabric inserts are made of recycled material--and flattering ambient lighting, a la Virgin America.

But it's more than just bright colors and aesthetics that caught our eye on the Ford Fiesta: It also has unexpected options for a car of its class, including heated seats, a push-start button, heated side view mirrors, plus it gets up to 40 MPG on the highway.

The 2011 models are available at Ford dealers nationwide.

Going Topless?

Would you take your top off at the beach or pool? In a worldwide poll of 3,000 people conducted by Skycanner, a whopping 96% of men thought it was fine for females to go topless on beaches and only 87% of women agreed. When asked about where it's OK to wear a bikini, 93% of men and women believed it was ok on the beach but only 31% thought it was appropriate in a bar, cafe or restaurant. For men going shirtless, 98% said it was fine on the beach but only 18% said it was acceptable in a supermarket or bar.

The poll also put to rest the idea that Americans are more prudish than  Europeans: More Americans were in favor of women going topless than Italians, French and Scandinavians.  Those dirty Germans beat us out, however.  99% agreeing women should be allowed to go topless.

Caress Girls' Getaway Giveaway

Caress body wash is giving away a girls' getaway for you and two friends to New York, Miami or Vegas (JSG' favorite cities to escape to!). The prize include roundtrip airfare for 3, two nights in a hotel, plus a night on the town, including dinner and VIP access to a club. To enter, go to DanceWithCaress.com.

Sneak Peek at Gossip Girl Fashions

Though the season premier is still several weeks away, out takes of Gossip Girl are finding their way onto the interwebs. Serena/Blake Lively was spotted wearing a Jenny Packham gown and these stunning Raphael Young leopard print and sequin pumps.

Betty White Calendar

We wouldn't mind getting older if it really is as much fun as Betty White makes it look. The young-at-heart actress is starring in her own calendar, complete with hunky, young, shirtless men. Proceeds from the calendar benefit her Morris Animal Foundation. The calendar goes on sale in September. You go, Betty!

Update: The calendar isn't all Betty White has cooking. WWD reported today on Betty White hoodies.

BeautyZZZ Natural Silk Pillowcase

We've given you many tips on making a blowout last; but one thing we didn't recommend was using a silk pillowcase. The BeautyZZZ Natural Silk Pillowcase promises to defend against bed head.  The soft surface allows your hair to slide over the pillowcase during the night and not get snagged and tangled.

It also protects your face's natural contours. Isn't it is terrible to wake up after a long night's sleep and see a new wrinkle in the mirror because you were sleeping on your side?

This would be perfect for travel for your hair and skin; but also it packs small and repels dust mites which are in even the fanciest hotels. You could also use it as a dirty laundry bag on your way home. The BeautyZZZ pillowcase is at Beauty.com.

Kimpton Hotels Sunday Sleep In Program

I've stayed at all seven Kimpton Hotels in the D.C. area and many more across the country.  Usually my stays are over the weekend as a landing spot after a fun night out.I always call down for a late check out; but now Kimpton is making that part easier.  They're offering the Sunday Sleep In Program for Saturday night stays where check out isn't until 2:00 p.m. Now we can add a good night's sleep to the other qualities we value at Kimpton: style, friendly service, good value, and evening wine hour.  Details at KimptonHotels.com.

MAC's Haute & Naughty Lash Mascara

Finally, we can stop packing two kinds of mascaras in our carry on bags. MAC's Haute and Naughty Lash Mascara offers two wiper systems, or "orifices" as the cheeky folks at MAC like to call them. The smaller Haute side (the solid pink top) is just right for daytime and creates separated, natural lashes, while the larger Naughty side (the sparkly pink top) imparts more volume and drama. The Haute side is also good for getting lower lashes and those pesky inner corner ones.

But just because we're now only packing one mascara, don't think for a minute that we're leaving our fake eyelashes at home. Read on for tips on getting extreme eyelashes.

Available at Maccosmetics.com and Nordstrom.com.

Caudalie Cleansing Water to Go: Perfect for Travel

Caudalie's 3.4 oz Cleansing Water to Go is the perfect size for travel  and a great three in one product that'll reduce the bulk in your carry on.  This cleanser, makeup remover, and toner is designed for your face and eye makeup, even mascara.  It's free of parabens, sulfites and dyes and is appropriate for all skin types including sensitive skin. We're going to pack the Caudalie Cleansing Water to Go on our next girls trip.  You can find it at Sephora for $14.00.

Fairmont is Expanding Its Bicycle Program

Good news: Fairmont Hotels are now offering free use of BMW Cruise bicycles in their hotels in the U.S., in addition to Canada. Locks and helmets are also available. We suggest touring wine country from the Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa, seeing Chicago from the back of a bicycle as Hope recently did or cycling around Washington D.C.'s historic C and O Canal.

Celebrate National Daiquiri Day

Though daiquiris have gotten a bad wrap as being the drink of choice of younger drinkers or the Applebee's crowd -- and admittedly, a banana daiquiri is our breakfast of choice when in the tropics -- the original daiquiri was not frozen or overly sweet. In fact, it was masculine enough to be a favorite of red meat eating, fishing fanatic Ernest Hemingway. Celebrate National Daiquiri Day today with an original-style daiquiri:

3 parts Bacardi Superior Rum
1 part lime or lemon juice
1/2 part sugar
In a shaker with ice, combine ingredients.
Shake and pour into glass

Web Snob July 16th, 2010

Stiletto Jungle is loving bargain-priced jeweled espadrilles for summer.

Is Katy Perry a Proactiv spokesmodel failure? Allie is Wired has the telling picture.

Top 10 favorite Handbags of the month on Bag Bliss!

There is nothing more liberating than using a kick around, toss around bag that can go anywhere with you and Bag Snob has one for you!

In celebration of the release of the new film "Eat, Pray, Love" starring Julia Roberts, Fresh has created a fragrance collection and Beauty Snob has a preview!

Coquette loves Ashley Greene's Rebecca Minkoff Boyfriend Cross-body Bag.

Fashion Pulse Daily reviews the new, gigantic Forever 21 flagship in Times Square

The Jet Set Girls get a sneak peek of Dita Von Teese's members-only club in Paris!

Lady and the Blog offers you a sneak peek at The Loft's Holiday Collection.

Second City Style has six finds to feed your addiction for all things French.

Shopping and Info loves the white tops and dresses for summer especially the Sena dress worn by Kim Kardashian.

StyleBakery is obsessed with everything ikat this summer

The Beauty Stop has tips for beating keratosis pilaris, or "chicken skin" bumps.

The Shoe Goddess talks to the designers behind fabbys, which are rollable ballet flats compact enough to fit in a clutch!

FASHIONCLASH-STORE

FASHIONCLASH-STORE in the summer

Still in the Hoenderstraat 15-17 in Maastricht, come and take a look. There are new clothes, new label 'Barike' and little bit of summer sale.

Every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and shopping Sunday.

designers:
Pot Luck
Elsewerk
Barike
VAN ROSE
Irene Heldens
Veronica Vartic
Nawie Kuiper
Delikatessen
HJORDISROBIN
Branko Popovic
Marc de Vree
Laurens Hamacher
Monique Poolmans
Chantal Keijenberg
Fien de Graaf
House No.6
Lonneke van der Palen








Veronica Vartic


New label in the store: Barike




Irene Heldens


FASHIONCLASH Magazine '2010'

Capital Lifestyling & FASHIONCLASH-STORE

Capital Lifestyling used clothes from FASHIONCLASH-STORE designers: HJORDISROBIN, VAN ROSE and House No. 6.


In this photo the models are wearing clothes by HJORDISROBIN.

FASHIONCLASH models: Tijana Mirceta and Daria Bukvic


Tijana is wearing VAN ROSE
Daria wears House No. 6



Photo's by Simon Baerts
Styling by Roberta Pellegriti
Hair by Steve Wautraets