July 2011

Interview with Stiletto Hardware’s Kelly Chung + {Giveaway}

July 27, 2011

*This giveaway is now closed. Thank you everyone for entering. The winner is Sarah K. Moreland. Please email me.*

Recently, I was sent Stiletto Hardware, a new collection of shoe pads, to sample. I must confess; I was skeptical. I mean there are other shoe insoles in the marketplace, how much better could these really be?

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I decided to give them a working woman’s true test. First, I inserted the Ball-of-Foot Cushion into a pair of my highest heeled sandals (4.25” non-platform is my absolute max) and wore them on a super busy day – a day I would have normally chosen to wear a substantially lower pair. After back-to-back meetings followed by a lengthy networking event, where I was required to stand for several hours, I ended the day actually feeling grateful. To my surprise, they worked! The results lived up to the company’s tagline, “No more walking home barefoot”. The best way I can describe Stiletto Hardware shoe insoles is it feels like you are walking barefoot on a Tempur-Pedic mattress…they’re amazing! Plus, an extra bonus, the pads were not visible while wearing my sandals. Next, I tried the Heel Cushion with a pair of flats and then the Ball-of-Foot (Ultra Slender) Cushion with a pair of closed-toe pumps that already fit a little snug. I had equal success with these versions too.

I could no longer contain my excitement! I had to find out more about who was behind, Stiletto Hardware, and its fantastic products.

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Professionals Go Nude On The Job

July 20, 2011

Actresses, bankers, lawyers, scientists, techies, entrepreneurs, politicians – large numbers of professional women in a variety of fields have taken the plunge and opting to bare-it-all at the office.

This season “nude” nails are the hot ticket beauty trend! Nude colored nail polish can be worn by every gal, anywhere and anytime.

I am always on the look out for my perfect “nude” shade. You know, one that is matte and blends seamlessly with your skin tone, but still has a rich, lush lacquer. The problem has been a limited range of “nude” colors. Thankfully, this die-hard nail trend just got a lot easier with the launch of a new polish line.

Green celebrity nail stylist, Jenna Hipp, and RGB Cosmetics have teamed together to create HIPP x RGB Nail Foundation. This nail lacquer collection consists of four creamy flesh-toned nude shades. The line was created to complement every skin tone from fair to dark. Jenna was inspired by her celebrity clients’ favorite makeup foundations. The results, F1 (cool yellowy beige), F2 (barely there buff), F3 (medium-dark with a hint of gold) and F4 (chocolate with red undertones).

Now, we all have an equal opportunity to go “nude”– day or night. The collection, available at RGBCosmetics, releases this week. Each shade retails for $16 bucks.

What’s your take on this new work beauty trend? Do you think it would be an enhancement of your professional image at the office or elsewhere?

Image credit, clockwise from top left: Eva Mendes + Kerry Washington via Style.com/Greg Kessler, Rachel McAdams via Style.com/Tony Barson/Getty Images, HIPP x RGB Nail Polish Bottles via L.A. Magazine, Lucy Liu via Style.com/Greg Kessler, Nail Polish Samples via RGBCosmetics.com.

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Why The Perfect Summer Cardigan Can Be A Lifesaver At The Office

July 14, 2011


Okay, so I am being a little over dramatic. But, don’t you feel your cardigan truly is a lifesaver when you need one?

It’s summertime – that means record breaking heat outdoors and, subsequently, air conditioners a blazin’ full force indoors. A soft, cozy and lightweight cardigan sweater protects us from office chills. We can easily take it off on our walk to lunch and cover up again inside any cold restaurant.

Easy access to a summer cardigan at the office can serve you well in last minute meetings with clients or board members too. Simply layer your go-to ‘office’ cardigan over your sleeveless sheath dress for those more formal engagements.

It will also come in handy when you leave the office for the subway after sundown because of a near miss deadline!

The perfect summer office cardigan looks like it is part of your work outfit and not just a grab and go piece. Here are some style strategies to help you stash the right one at the office or in your tote bag, keeping you fashionably prepared at all times:

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The Boardroom: Stella Cake + More

July 6, 2011

Citrus Cake with Lemon Curd Filling and Orange Lemon Icing (a.k.a. Stella Cake) [Apollinas]
Washington DC attorney by day…accomplished baker by night, blogger, Apollinas, was inspired by fashion designer Stella McCartney’s S/S 2011 collection to create this delectably refreshing DIY cake (recipe included).

Warby Parker [WarbyParker.com]
Provides stylish prescriptive Rx eyewear (and sunglasses) for only $95 bucks! The company firmly believes, “Prescription eyewear simply should not cost $300+.” Be sure to check out the founders ‘buy a pair, give a pair’ philanthropic mission.

Save Big on Summer Travel [Real Simple]
10 smart strategies for a less costly summer vacation.

Bottega Veneta to Launch It’s First Women’s Scent [Now Smell This]
As per usual, expect the best from this iconoclastic brand. A limited edition of perfume bottles have even been made of Murano glass. Hits the market this month.

Top 40 Career Experts on Twitter [PYP]
“What they all have in common is a knack for tweeting interesting, relevant advice on getting the job, succeeding at work, and having a fulfilling career.”

20 Best iPhone Apps [Working Mother]
An app for most every occasion. Listed apps are free unless noted.

3 Ways to Boost Your Beauty Self-Esteem [HuffPostStyle]
“Looks matter to most people, but many confuse attractiveness with perfection.”

Top image credit: Runway at Stella McCartney S/S 2011 via Style.com/Monica Feudi GoRunway.com plus Stella Cake via Appollinas.

Corporate Fashionista’s ‘The Boardroom’ features the latest news in business and fashion geared towards the professional woman.

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