SPLENDID Weekend Reads....

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

FASHION
The Well-Heeled Society is giving subscribers a chance to win wall-to-wall shoes!
eye4style gets the scoop of fall footwear courtesy of shoe designer Faryl Robin Morse. Click here to read the exclusive interview!
STYLEnosh is offering a new approach to fall 2008 fashion.

BEAUTY
Come see what Teri and a few of her Beautiful Makeup Search friends thought about the brand new L'Oreal Féria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Colour.
Aging Fabulous tells you how to look ten years younger in five minutes.
CelebLOOK wonders if you like Victoria Beckham's new pixie.
A Touch of Blusher reviews Basics Eye Palette from Bobbi Brown's holiday 2008 collection.
Beauty Banter gets beautiful for a great cause... here's an exclusive look at the star-studded beauty and health event honoring the 60th Anniversary of the Emmy's AND Breast Cancer Awareness!
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic finds some hair inspiration in the Gen Art Fashion Show!
Teen Style Lounge reminds you that these are the final days to enter to win over $200 in skin care products, plus a new laptop bag and flash drive. What are you waiting for? Enter now!
Snarkstress is praying that her crystal ball of beauty has this degree of fabulousness in her future.
Steeping Beauty observes the healing effects of Natural Skin MD's Shielding Lotion.
The Scented Life likes Victoria Beckham's softer side in her new perfume, Beckham Signature for Her.

SHOPPING
The Fragrance Fanatic explores the new Fall collection of candles at Yankee Candle.

SPLENDID Weekend Reads....

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

SHOPPING
The Well-Heeled Society reveals some skin for the upcoming Fall season.
eye4style shares an unexpected resource for all things chic.

BEAUTY
A Touch of Blusher reviews Velvet Creme Wash from L'Oréal's De-maq Expert range.
Beauty Banter does the summer beauty product roundup - the 15 items you NEED to own!
Beauty Blogging Junkie's Napoleon Perdis Lip Service is her version of Napoleon Dynamite's precious ChapStick. If she were to leave it at home, she'd borrow "your guys's" phone to get someone to drop it off, stat.
Teen Style Lounge is running a killer contest for your chance to win over $200 in skin care products all packed inside a great new laptop bag. Enter to win right here!
Steeping Beauty locks lips and shines with NARS Lip Lacquers!
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic has finally found a way to get rid of her shiny t-zone!

FASHION
Snarkstress invites you to witness how Pretty Boy Pitt can make even a wife-beater look like high style.

Splendicity SUNDAY Reads...

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

FASHION
eye4style plans to be $990 poorer this Fall. Find out why here.
Teen Style Lounge wants your opinion on the Menswear Vest trend for women. Is it a Yay or Nay?

SHOPPING
The Well-Heeled Society is gifting their twentieth commenting subscriber a pair of My Sensual Almost Elbow-high Leather Gloves, and they get to choose from ten fashionable colors - including purple!
STYLEnosh asks you to weigh in on, "How much is too much to spend on a handbag?".

BEAUTY
A Touch of Blusher brings you Fall 2008 Makeup Trend Report.
TheScentedLife is loving Diptyque's Oyedo perfume as a late-summer pick-me-up!
Beauty Banter has a new favorite makeup line... and it's purrrfect for every face!
Find out what Beauty Blogging Junkie is using to hydrate her chlorine-ravaged locks here.

SPLENDID Weekend Reads....

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

BEAUTY
Beautiful Makeup Search wonders if the mascara madness will ever end.
Aging Fabulous explores the possibilities of Botox.
The Fragrance Fanatic introduces us to the Twice As Clean gift set.
The Scented Life is helping you choose perfumes by the horoscope.
A Touch of Blusher talks about Paul & Joe's lilac eyeshadow.
Beauty Banter reveals the Battle of the Body Lotions... See which lotion won!
Teen Style Lounge has tried the brand-new Cover Girl WetSlicks AmazeMint lip glosses and has fallen in love...have you?
Beauty Blogging Junkie is participating in synchronized beauty blogging with Spoiled Pretty to bring you Put on your Game Face: Summer 2008 Beauty Olympics!
Steeping Beauty lures you to bed with products that induce beauty sleep.
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic check's out Tarte's Eye Couture Palette for Fall!

SHOPPING
eye4style is giving away a gorgeous Tracy Matthews cuff bracelet. Click here to enter!

FASHION
The Well-Heeled Society launches Penny-wise, Poshly Frugal, their sister site of economically-stylish home decor.
STYLEnosh adds a youthful edge to a grown up wardrobe.
Snarkstress wonders if she's the only one taking issue with Katie Holmes wearing leggings, or what!?!

SPLENDID Weekend Reads....

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

FASHION
Painfully Hip suggests the perfect havoc-wreaking ensemble for the next time a wild streak sneaks up on you.
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some tips for a woman in her '30s to perform a proper closet clean-out.
The Well-Heeled Society interviews Shoe Designer Mark Schwartz about his journey from being the protégé of Roger Vivier to his website launch of High Heeled Art.
Snarkstress wants your opinion on Jessica Simpson's latest look: Is she hot...or not?
Teen Style Lounge has found 3 pairs of double-duty cuties that will take your footwear wardrobe from summer to fall.

BEAUTY
A Touch of Blusher reveals where to indulge in beauty retail therapy in London.
The Fragrance Fanatic suggests some great gift sets exclusive to Nordstrom's Beauty Exclusives sale.
Beautiful Makeup Search says to Ban the Bumps with Bikini Zone. She is so excited about this product that she is giving away five tubes of this fantastic cream.
Aging Fabulous says that she is in dire need of this neck cream from StriVectin.
Beauty Blogging Junkie has identified her holy grail concealer. Find out what it is here.
Beauty Banter uncovers the secret powers of ZINC... in sunscreen!
Beautyholics Anonymous discovered the joys of Too Faced's Shadow Insurance. Bye bye crease lines!
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic found a great liquid makeup from Tarte, but hurry, it's Limited Edition!
Beautynomics interviews PCA Skin Head Scientist/Dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Linder about PCA Skin and gets to learn alot about skin care!
Steeping Beauty gets cleansing with NARS balancing foam mousse.

SHOPPING
eye4style gives in to a guilty fashion pleasure -Tori Spelling's new jewelry line for HSN. Check it out here!

SPLENDID Weekend Reads....

From the Splendicity community, comes this week best in beauty, fashion and shopping.

FASHION
Move over Serena Van Der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf. Eye4Style revisits the brash and bold style of Gossip Girl's Chuck Bass . Don't worry, ladies - there's enough to go around.
Snarkstress implores you to help her figure out just what in the heck is going on with Brooke Hogan's feet.
Teen Style Lounge wonders if you've seen the creepy pics of the immortal Miley Cyrus.
So what if summer's halfway over? Find out what the latest summer trend is over at Hot Mama Daily!
STYLEnosh starts a flip-flop debate by asking, Why do men hate flip-flops?

SHOPPING
Aging Fabulous asks if it is a good deal when the sale price of a $1,125 cream is just $900?
The Latest Luxe is stepping things up with the Gucci Babouska Sandal. It's your golden ticket for showing of that tan this season!
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some tips on how to properly add camisoles to your wardrobe.

BEAUTY
A Touch of Blusher loves gold!
The Fragrance Fanatic recommends two great Estee Lauder sets for Summer.
Philosophy introduces five new ways to experience the cult classic fragrance Amazing Grace - and Beautiful Makeup Search has the exclusive information.
Beauty Banter reviews Make Up Forever's new HD products... and it's WELL WORTH THE WAIT!!!
Cybelesays.com is cleaning out the beauty closet and giving away some fantastic beauty products! Don't you need some new ones?
Beautynomics shares her Singaporean beauty adventure!
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic has the lowdown on the new NARS Fall 2008 Collection!
Steeping Beauty is introduced to Thevi Cometics!

The Scented Life is discussing Organic and Natural Perfumes

Splendicity SATURDAY Reads...

From the Splendicity community, comes this week's best in Beauty, Fashion and Shopping.

BEAUTY

The Fragrance Fanatic tells you some great ways to Wear Your Fragrance.
Aging Fabulous introduces us to Boots No7 Protect & Perfect Body Serum.
Beauty Banter asks celebrity makeup artists how to do a white eyelid right... must-have application tips and products for a fierce, summer white eye!
A Touch of Blusher looks at Dior's fall 2008 makeup collection.
The Scented Life is excited to hear that Justin Timberlake will be the face of Givenchy's new cologne, Play.
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic finally finds a great concealer that will cover up her undereye area all day! It's Tarte's The Eraser!
Beautiful Makeup Search picks out some products from the Shu Uemura 25th Boutique Birthday collection.
Steeping Beauty Gets Smart with Peter Thomas Roth's Un-Wrinkle Pressed Powder!

FASHION
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some suggestions to give a modern and youthful look to your makeup routine.
The Well-Heeled Society shows you a worthwhile shoe investment, available in a spectrum of colors from Ralph Lauren.
She Knows Best is glad to report that David Arquette has redeemed himself.
Style Tots is giving away a Tutu from Prissy Poofs.
Snarkstress marvels that the potentially future First Lady, Michelle Obama, is an off-the-rack shopper - and is creating quite a frenzy in the process.
The Fashionable Kiffen asks "Denim or Not?"

SHOPPING
Style It Less offers up an Under $100 Look with a belted tunic, jeans and a Christian Louboutin Pumps replica.
Teen Style Lounge invites you to get your cute on with this summery (and cheap!) sundress and accessories outfit from Forever 21.

Have a splendid weekend!

SPLENDID Sunday Reads....

SHOPPING

The Latest Luxe is celebrating life on easy street with this Dolce and Gabbana tote.
Style It Less copied Reese Witherspoon's blouse and skirt look for less with a minor change in the shoes department.
Style Tots was inspired by Kaiya Eve Rosette Tank & Petticoat Skirt to have a cotton candy birthday party theme.
Teen Style Lounge has found the one must-have item for summer you've probably never even thought about.

FASHION

The Well-Heeled Society asks you to answer the riddle What's Black and White and Stylish All Over? in order to win a fabulous package!
She Knows Best wants you to meet the Diamond Studded $10K Jeans by Key Closet
Snarkstress takes a look at the goings-on of Jessica Simpson, whooping it up in NYC.
The Fashionable Kiffen lists her favorite summer beauty tips and products

BEAUTY

A Touch of Blusher adores this face wash!
Beauty Banter reviews the very wearable and gorgeous summer 2008 collection from Clinique... Back to Basics, Baby, and we're loving it!
Steeping Beauty reports on Lavilin's Bacteria Fighting Deodorant! Come back Wednesday for your chance to win!
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic has great Anti-Aging Tips from Dr. Patricia Wexler!

Beautiful Makeup Search asked some beauty blogger friends' what their three must-have Summer products are - check out their suggestions!

Splendicity SUNDAY Reads...

From the Splendicity Community, comes this week's best in Beauty, Fashion and Shopping. Check out the very splendid best!

BEAUTY

Teri from Aging Fabulous has been testing the Lancome Absolue Premium bx Cloth Masks and the results are in.
Viva Woman takes a look at sunscreen ingredient Helioplex from Neutrogena and compares its Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch with La Roche-Posay Anthelios containing Mexoryl.
Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog shows you how to get a silver and pink eye look with eyeshadows from MAC Cosmetics.
Beauty and Fashion Tech tries the Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Foundation, Concealer, and Powder and loves them!
Beauty Secrets Revealed is Giving Away Bramble Berry's DIY Eyeshadow Kit Worth $45
A Touch of Blusher's guest reviewer reports on the new Thierry Mugler makeup line.

Youthful skin is IN! Beauty Banter dishes on Jurlique's new anti-aging collection! After all, who doesn't want to look younger?!
Raging Rouge gets lipstick tips and tricks from the Lipstick Queen herself, Poppy King! You won't want to miss her advice, or information about her new book!
Krizia from Beauty Match Network highlights her Interview with Lancôme’s makeup artist and Beauty at Every Age Expert
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic continues to add to her summer bright nail polish options with Essie's Summer Neons!

Steeping Beauty rediscovers the Pleasure of a Japanese Bath with Shu Uemura.
The Scented Life can't believe that Lindsay Lohan is finally going to launch her own perfume!

FASHION

Style...a work in progress's husband has found his summer muse...but can they find the right pants? Find out why she says No white after Labor Day (and not much before either).
Snarkstress doesn't recommend taking Office Wear style cues from the ever-so-classy Amy Winehouse, but notes there are moments when the fashion forces of Kat Von D may take over - right, Charlize?
Petite Fashionista is all shiny and new and invites you to check out all the new features.
The Space Between My Peers describes three color combining techniques for blondes who want to wear black.

SHOPPING

Over at NY Spender, Bullitt the cat points you to some great online deals. This week he has found some cool bermuda shorts!
Shopalicious has found a place to score cute summer dresses for under $50!
Her Accessories is loving the vintage style of these metal and enamel pendants from designer Peggy Li.
Indie Style File is is looking for a brave soul to try these Hammertime Pants
ShopDiary has invites to The Top Secret, a private online sample sale site.
eye4style tells lucky readers how to get their hands on an iconic piece of Sex and the City movie memorabilia.
STYLEnosh asks readers to weigh in with their opinion on 5 Under $50 Father's Day gifts to show Fathers how we appreciate and love them this Father's Day.
The Latest Luxe is playing Lady in Red with the Donna Karan Crossover Gown.

SPLENDID Sunday Reads....

SHOPPING

CelebLOOK is in love with Gwyneth Paltrow's shoes and finds a similar pair for us all.
Style It Less copied Gwyneth Paltrow's Yummy Mommy look for less than $105The Well-Heeled Society is collaborating with Victoria's Secret to host a pink-infused, Sex and the City Shoe Drive to benefit Dress For Success
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some suggestions on how to add feminine and romantic elements to a classic wardrobe.
eye4style can't wait for the new Sex and the City flick! These gorgeous images of Carrie and Big from Vogue tide her over...
STYLEnosh wonders why it's sooo hard to find cute navy shoes.

BEAUTY

Aging Fabulous discovers Redpoint Beauty and shares her most wanted products from the line.
A Touch of Blusher gets the "false-eyelash treatment" from YSL.
eBeautyDaily is checking out Redpoint Advanced Color Cosmetics.
Beauty Banter reviews the skincare line that Halle Berry, Naomi Watts, Jennifer Garner, Kristin Davis, and Amanda Bynes use on their A-list faces!
makeup loves me wants to know what you thought of the makeup looks in the gossip girl season finale.
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic gets a really close look at her skin, now and in the future!
TheScentedLife takes a retro trip to 1978 and rediscovers Estee Lauder White Linen.
Raging Rouge now understands why Americans and Canadians get along so famously... They share their beauty secrets, like AG Hair Cosmetics!

FASHION

She Knows Best lists the fashion tips for Men 5'8 and Under from Alan Au.
Style Tots thinks Rachel Fox is a ray of sunshine in yellow.
The Latest Luxe is ready to turn up the heat and count down to summer in these Manolo Blahnik leopard sandals.
Snarkstress finds the fun in the wacky head-toppers worn last weekend at a Royal wedding. See if you get a laugh from them, too.
Teen Style Lounge has found the one watch you need this summer...on the cheap!
Let's Go Shopping is giving away 2 Sex And The City Bracelets Worth $274
The Fashionable Kiffen heralds the arrival of summer with tons of cute sandal picks.
What do Angelina, Gwen and Jessica love wearing during their pregnancies? Check out Hot Mama Daily to find out!

SPLENDID Saturday Reads....

SHOPPING

Style Tots has Suri Cruise's Ladybug shoes that Oprah liked so much.

Style It Less gives you 10 Cameron Diaz's red pumps for less

Let's Go Shopping finds some Great Deals at Ferro Cosmetics

My Wardrobe Today reviewsvarious popular foundation and face products.

eye4style loves Balenciaga bags AND the trend of invite-only, online sample sales, so she offers up an exclusive invite to Rue La La for readers.

Teen Style Lounge shares a must-have workout DVD for a summer slim bod.

BEAUTY

This mascara ended A Touch of Blusher's mascara search...

Raging Rouge announces the MAX Factor May Makeover Giveaway. Over $750 of MAX Factor products will be divided among TEN winners!

Beauty Banterdishes on the most important moisturizer for oily/ acne prone complexions... and it's less then 10 dollars!

get to know marina from makeup loves me a little bit better, as she shares all her beauty secrets with you!

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic gives you the products that Billy B uses on SATC's Kristen Davis!

FASHION

She Knows Best thinks A Little Shoe Change Didn’t Hurt John Mayer

The Latest Luxe is having Double the Fun in Christian Louboutin Slingbacks

The Fashionable Kiffen has a whole bunch of Mother's Day gift ideas.

Wardrobe Oxygen suggests some ways to look polished at work during the summer heat.

STYLEnosh is asking, Are you a style hater?"

Why did Michelle Tractenberg, J. Lo, Lauren Bush and Fergie Have all give the cold shoulder at the Costume Institute Ball? Haute and Bothered's got the dish

Have you voted in the Snarkstress's Fashion Icon poll yet? Katie Holmes and Reese Witherspoon are neck and neck, but after recent photos of Katie Holmes in NYC, you just may be swayed.

SPLENDID Weekend Reads....

SHOPPING
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some wardrobe alternatives to the less-than-flattering pieces in your closet.


My Wardrobe Today reviews Clinique cosmetics and skincare.


eye4style shops jewelry designer Philip Crangi's limited edition collection for The Gap.


STYLEnosh spends quality time with online shoe stores.



BEAUTY
Aging Fabulous tells you about anti-aging the natural way.


TheScentedLife has a craft crush on Disquieting Designs.


Raging Rouge is officially addicted to Treat O'my Goodness Pink Grapefruit Organic Body Cream.


A Touch of Blusher loves the Golden Dior pendant.


eBeautyDaily tests new self-tanners, but goes back to old faithful, Xen-Tan.


Beauty Banter muses over the must-have Spring nail items... including the most sought after Spring polish colors!


15 Minute Beauty Fanatic is really loving Kiehl's new Superbly Restorative Products!


Beautynomicsshares to us her review about the skin care sensation REVALESKIN


makeup loves me takes the blue lash trend straight from the runway to you.


Teen Style Lounge shares 5 cheap and easy at-home tips for gorgeous skin. this spring.


FASHION
CelebLook asks which of Miley's looks is your favorite.


The Fashionable Kiffen shares her packing tips in Travel Wardrobes 101.


Haute & Bothered's gone green with tree chic fashions that are naturally haute!


Let's Go Shopping writes about Spring 2008 Hottest Make-Up Trends.


Snarkstress loves how Eva, Miley, and Alicia are scarfing it up this season.

SPLENDID Weekened Reads....

FASHION

Haute & Bothered says The Hills Are Alive with...Fashion Lines! Check out Whitley's new collection here.

eye4style hates Bluefly but is open minded enough to check out their newest site concept, b*fly, anyway. Check it out here.

She Knows Best continues it's month long weekly contests with 2 free shirts from The Ryde.

My Wardrobe Today sends out a special dedication to all those who have inspired her in regard to fashion.

STYLEnosh starts a ruckus by asking, "Do we dress too casually?"

Snarkstress thinks Fergie could make Bootylicious an entry in the dictionary.

SHOPPING

CelebLOOK tells you where to get an affordable and casual outfit that was recently seen on Jessica Simpson.

Let's Go Shopping says Forzieri is a one stop destination for Italian Designer Handbags, Shoes, Jewelry and Accessories.

Wardrobe Oxygen offers suggestions on where to purchase supportive yet flattering swimwear.

Style It Less lets you in on the best bras according to a Consumer Reports research.

Style Tots picked uber-cute Hello Kitty accessories from Claire's for your Little girl.

The Latest Luxe enjoys some rainbow RX with the Fendi Multicolored B Bag

BEAUTY

Teri from Beautiful Makeup Search finally made a visit to Space.NK in Soho.

A Touch of Blusher continues the feast of vibrant colors.

Lipstick, Powder 'n Paint appreciates a quick and easy beauty routine and Bobbi Brown's Quick Face Collection will help take minutes off your makeup routine.

Style Goodies has the scoop on the new fragrances from Gwen Stefani's Harajuku Lovers line!

makeup loves me has an exclusive discount code to get you 20% off on tarte, cargo, philosophy and so much more.

Beauty Banter reviews the BEST lippies with SPF for summer protection and a hydrated pout!

Raging Rouge kicks off an introduction to Urban Decay's 2008 Summer collection with a review of Big Fatty Mascara in a rainbow of colors!

eBeautydaily explores how to look better in photographs and avoid common mistakes.

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic gives herself a facial in 1 minute!

TheScentedLife is suspicious about Gwen Stefani's new fragrance, Harajuku Lovers.

Teen Style Lounge rolls out the first of 4 weekly Clean & Clear skin care giveaways. Don't miss your chance to win this week's prize: an In-Shower facial.

Splendid Sunday Reads...

Beautiful Makeup Search cannot get enough of this palette from the new Heatherette for MAC Collection.


Haute and Bothered's seeing stars


eye4style offers up the cutest polar bear pendant ever as a reader giveaway - enter to win now!


Wardrobe oxygen wonders if a backless bra made for busty women will live up to its claim.


Snarkstress hated to do it, but she had no choice. See Fashion Maven Eva Longoria get her first (and much-deserved) Snarkstress Shredding.


Teen Style Lounge reminds you to enter to win a $50 e-Gift card to Arizona Jeans Co. Monday is the last day for entry, so hurry over!


She Knows Best wants your opinion on skinny ties.


Style It Less shows the new Twisted Silver Earrings, a promo code and chance to win a pair.


Style Tots thinks the Chloe Kids Collection needs a bit of color.


A Touch of Blusher can't live without this foundation.

The Scented Life tried Mariah Carey's limited edition perfume, M by Mariah Carey GOLD.

makeup loves me discovers the mystique of spring's newest nail trend grey polish . come see it for yourself!


The Raging Rouge Beauty Blog is wild about tarte Mineral Powder Bronzer in Park Avenue Princess. Oh heavenly tan!


Beauty Banter talks exclusively to Earnest Sewn's gorgeous publicist and partner to find out what are her favorite, must-have beauty products!

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic gets some advice from Brad Johns on maintaining her blonde highlights!


Beautynomics shares her Scrub Story about The Face Shop Sake Gel Clarifying Body Scrub

The Latest Luxe enjoys life in the luxe lane with the Anya Hindmarch Lulu Clutch.

SPLENDID Saturday Reads....

The weeks Splendid best!

Beauty Secrets Revealed is giving away spa products worth $48.

Lipstick, Powder 'n Paint thinks that the K-Palette Real Lasting 24 hours Liquid Eyeliner is the best thing since sliced bread. See why.

Raging Rouge listens to expert advice from Dr. Jeanette Graf on how to stop (and reverse) the aging process!

Hot Mama Daily talks about a new color obsession for Spring 2008.

Aging Fabulous asks, Do you use eye cream?

She Knows Best wants Justin Timberlake to give Iggy Pop some lesson.

Haute and Bothered's psyched to see a Murakami grow in Brooklyn.

Style It Less wants to show Britney Spears how to wear a white halter dress for less.

Style Tots asks, an Xbox 360 or a Burberry Peacoat?

STYLEnosh quips that confidence is the most stylish thing you can wear.

Wardrobe Oxygen reviews plus size couture line Trentacosta New York.

A Touch of Blusher will be buying the latest fragrance from Stella McCartney.

My Wardrobe Today reviews a few beauty products from Benefit and Philosophy.

Snarkstress shares a lesson on how to completely overwhelm a small frame, compliments of the lovely Hayden Panettiere.

Teen Style Lounge is budget shopping in 5’s, finding 5 Super Sweet Easter Dresses under $20 and 5 Short and Sassy Prom Dresses under $75.

The Fashionable Kiffen celebrates St. Patrick's Day.

Raging Rouge listens to expert advice from Dr. Jeanette Graf on how to stop (and reverse) the aging process!

Beauty Banter speaks exclusively with Smashbox Cosmetics Lead Makeup artist, Lori Taylor, backstage at our dear friend, Nicky Hilton's, L.A. Fall Fashion show. Find out the inspiration for the look... and what products she used to achieve it!

SPLENDID Sunday Reads....

The weeks Splendid best!

Beautiful Makeup Search tells us why she wants to covet the new CHANEL eyeshadow quad.

Temptalia tells you what ingredients may be causing you acne or irritating your face!

Her Accessories is holding a contest to win a wee little rhinestone charm from Twisted Silver!

Beauty and Fashion Tech looks at new items and a great mineral makeup from Neutrogena Cosmetics.

SugarShock has a brush with greatness as she discovers the beauty editor fave product, YSL Touche Eclat .

Viva Woman finds out why some mineral makeup may pose strong health risks.

Style Manila spots a lady wearing a gorgeous Zara Maxi Dress.

Beauty Bento Box discovers an invigorating facial cleanser that's perfect for traveling to warm and humid countries.

Tops 2 Bottoms came across a great shop find for shoes and bags!

The conversation over at The Space Between My Peers is all about Sweat Suit Alternatives.

Canadian Beauty has a new favourite foundation: it's Estee Lauder Double Wear Light!

Shopalicious has found the perfect overnight bag for a getaway with the girls...

Karen from Makeup and Beauty Blog visits Shu Uemura's Lash Bar and finds false eyelash nirvana, where the lashes are affordable and the appointment booking process couldn't be easier.

Beauty Match reflects on how Lindsay Lohan is 21 and looks like she's going on 41!

Indie Style File puts the spotlight on t-shirt designer Sam Trout.

All That & A tries to see if her hair is shinier after using Herbal Essences' clear shine booster.

Style...a work in progress asks, "would you buy J Crew 's $3,000 jacket?"

Shoe Blitz discovers some jeweled sandals and striped pumps that are perfect for spring.

Savvy Skin writes about the never-ending obsession to find a miracle wrinkle cream.

Laya's EYE loves Sage Machado Candles.

Petite Fashionista searches for the petite with the best style, vote today!

ShopDiary thinks the YSL Y-Mail collection is pretty cool.

NY Spender plays pairs with Gwen Stefani and her L.A.M.B shoes.

Have a most splendid weekend!

SPLENDID Saturday Reads....

From the Splendicity community, comes this week's splendid best in beauty, style and shopping!



A Touch of Blusher picks personal favorites from the Fafi for MAC collection.

It's an Urban Jungle out there! Style Goodies found ten, safari-inspired pieces from $20 to $365!

Snarkstress tells you how to handle a last-minute Oscar invite from George Clooney.

Miley Cyrus's Oscar look has Teen Style Lounge's vote for "Must Copy for Prom".

Beauty Banter gives you A Girl's Guide to Primers.... everything you ever wanted to know, including the best products to buys!

15 Minute Beauty Fanatic has an exclusive spring look from shu uemura.

STYLEnosh questions how you feel about yourself and your style.

The Scented Life is excited about a new Bond No 9 Andy Warhol scent, Union Square, just in time for spring!

The Latest Luxe has found her golden ticket to happiness in the Mulberry Mabel Bag.

My Wardrobe Today tries out the Turbo Ion Croc Wet to Dry Flat Iron - is it worth the hype?

Wardrobe Oxygen reviews two style savers under $10 that should be in any woman's luggage.

Every amazing hair style begins with a great brush - Lipstick, Powder 'n Paint tells all.

The Fashionable Kiffen lists the top ten trends for Spring 2008.

Raging Rouge falls in love with the California-girl beauty delivered by tarte Ready, Set, Glow.

makeup loves me goes on faux-cation!

eBeautyDaily talks about her favorite essentials, and some soon to be essentials, from 3 Custom Color Specialists.

Splendid Sunday Reads...

From the Splendicity community, comes this weeks best!


Viva Woman looks at how to prevent the growth of milia seeds around the eyes.

Shopalicious has hit upon the perfect handbag to pair with spring's almost-neon brights...

Makeup and Beauty Blog brings us a MAC Fafi Makeup Tutorial: A Black and Gold Smokey Eye.

Beauty and Fashion Tech tries the Ten Years Thinner Plan by Dr. Christine Lydon.

Her Accessories has gone to the birds and has the jewelry to prove it!

My Beauty Match asks, Are you using the right skin care cream or are you wasting your time and money?

Savvy Skin tells us The Truth About Beauty.

Sugar Shock tells us about a Supermodel-approved Makeup Remover.

Canadian Beauty is giving away 2 Summer Prize Packs worth $150 each!

ShopDiary discovers that Twenty8Twelve is now at Shopbop.com.

Stiletto Jungle says upgrade your tote bag collection with Marc Jacobs Standard Supply.

Beauty Bento Box attends the local launch event of the Sunsilk Life Can't Wait Campaign.

Tops 2 Bottoms experiments with a black and white sheer and lace dress by Zara.

Style Manila can't wait till HE by MANGO hits the streets of Manila.

Spa Beautifully wants to share a hip skin health spa in San Francisco with you.

Style...a work in progress reads a good book (and gets a good workout) with Vivienne Westwood's Opus...perhaps the ultimate coffee table book (in that it actually is the size and weight of your average coffee table...measuring just over 2.5 feet by 2 feet and weighing in at 55lbs).

NY Spender shares her pink safari fashion.

Get back to basics -- Temptalia tells you what MAC brushes you have to have.

Shoe Blitz loves these sexy and sophisticated Alexander McQueen striped pumps.

Have a very splendid week!

Splendicity Weekend Beauty Reads...

From the Splendicity community, comes this weeks best in beauty, fashion, and shopping. Enjoy!

BEAUTY
A Touch of Blusher reports on the must-try look for spring 2008.
15 Minute Beauty Fanatic checks out Tarte's Ready, Set, Glow kit, which is perfect for your tropical vacation!
My Wardrobe Today gives honest reviews of some beauty products she has tried recently.
Oscar Blandi shares with CelebLOOK how he gave Faith Hill her gorgeous do for the Grammy's.
Aging Fabulous asks if anyone has tried Freeze & Go products.
Raging Rouge falls in love with the NARS Shanghai Lily Collection.
Exclusive interview with Fafi about her new MAC line at makeup loves me!

FASHION
Top Model Amy Lemons dishes on her favorite beauty products with Beauty Banter... and her catwalk beauty tips!
Haute & Bothered's Got a Sneak Peek at Jovovich Hawk for Target's Upcoming Line.
Snarkstress has been ruminating on whether Sarah Jessica Parker looks like a foot and would love to hear your uncensored take.
STYLEnosh asks, "Can you really be stylish in frigid temps?"
Style...a work in progress muses on a certain type of fashion paranoia in The (Un) touchables.
The Fashionable Kiffen dares to break a fashion rule by mixing black and deep blue.

SHOPPING
Teen Style Lounge wants you to listen to what your tee is saying and also offers another chance to view the Hottest Finds from the b5media Beauty & Style channel.
Let's Go Shopping is giving away Gift Certificate Worth $35 From Heels.com.
Wardrobe Oxygen offers some wardrobe suggestions for those who live in warm climates.
The Latest Luxe enjoys some peep-toe fun with the Gucci Newton Bootie.

SPLENDID Saturday Reads....

From around the Splendicity community, comes this week's best in Beauty, Fashion, and Shopping.



BEAUTY
Frugal Faces: More on Makeup at The Space Between My Peers.
Beauty Secrets Revealed loves her Homemade Apricot And Papaya Face Pack For Glowing Skin.
Beauty and Fashion Tech provides skin swatches of her three favorite Stila Eyeshadows.
Temptalia has a tutorial for an easy, but totally fabulous, look for Valentine's Day!
Canadian Beauty is giving away a huge basket of John Frieda hair care products!
Viva Woman tells you how to use your face serum with your moisturizer the correct way.
Makeup and Beauty Blog has a great Shu Uemura Makeup Tutorial: Go Pastel for a Fresh Spring Eye.
myBeautyMatch has discovered that La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream now comes with Swarovski Crystals!
Savvy Skin discovers some new beauty products.

FASHION
Her Accessories is loving the new color forecast for Fall 2008, she's found yummy accessories in some of the hottest colors.
Petite Fashionista asks if you are Clueless about Petite Fashion.
NY Spender reports on Liz McClean's Fall/Winter '08.

SHOPPING
Shopalicious beckons spring weather with this to-die-for Phillip Lim jacket -- on sale!
ShopDiary discovers the recently unveiled Prada's Trembled Blossoms video.