Diamonds Trump Hearts

This Valentine’s Day, think thin. But wait! Don’t click me closed yet! I swear this isn’t a lecture on swapping out your chocolate covered strawberries for carrot sticks. No, this is the kind of indulgence I think we can all get behind: Ivanka Trump’s fine jewelry collection.

That’s the (Super Bowl) Spirit

After weeks with my eyes glued to the red carpet — hello, Golden Globes, SAG Awards, and Grammys — I’m ready for a little roughhousing. Whether the Super Bowl elicits a warlike scream from you — Ohh it’s on!!! — or if this is the first you’ve heard of the big game, I’ve got a few end-of-season style ideas.

Slip on to slim down

Let me start with a disclaimer: I’ve joined a gym and I’ve stocked my fridge full of veggies. So I don’t feel so bad about saying this: I think I’d like to cheat to slim down. Sure, I’m sticking to my New Year’s resolution and I’m on my way to shedding a few pounds, but I’ve always been a fan of instant gratification. That’s why I’ve rounded up my favorite body-slimming pieces. We all know about Spanx, as in the Oprah-approved undies, but now we’re moving beyond undergarments to actual clothing. Take a look at these weight-loss short cuts to help boost morale — and maybe your rear!

Beauty: Batteries Not Included

What’s that vibrating in your makeup bag? No need to blush. These days there’s a good chance it’s just one of your daily products and not your favorite nighttime…um… “product.” When I first saw vibrating mascara I thought to myself, ok, I can go along with this. Then we got vibrating face wash and razors, and of course our toothbrushes have been vibrating for a number of years, but never did I think the next thing to be vibrating in my beauty arsenal would be my foundation. Sure enough, Lancome released the first ever vibrating mineral makeup, the Oscillation Powerfoundation.

Get ready to party!

It’s not every day we girls get to be in the spotlight! But special events warrant some shine time. Take note of these styling tips to ensure you look fab on your special day — be it a birthday party or a night on the town.

Air traffic control After trips to California, Illinois, and Wisconsin, I’m slowly but surely recovering from the holidays. When did “over the river and through the woods” become over the freeway, through security, onto a flight, and across the country for a visit to good ol’ Granny’s house? Fortunately, in the midst of all my flying I discovered a travel skincare kit that made my seat in coach feel like my esthetician’s chair. Sure the holidays have come and gone, but this kit is sticking around for all my future travels.

Bling in the New Year!

For me, sequins have always signaled a celebration. I get this from my grandma who had a special sequin-adorned sweater reserved for holiday parties. It was really a no frills cardigan — plain green with no more than 10 individual sequins arranged as a wreath on the left side, but the second she slipped it on she’d exclaim, “It’s a party!” I think it was the sequins that did it. So, with everyone scrambling to make New Year’s Eve plans, I thought I’d give you guys a few sequin options of your own for the big party. Return those unwanted sweaters and socks this weekend and pick up some of these sparklers. Take the less-is-more approach (like my grandma) or go all out.

Last-minute beauty for the holidays

Okay, let’s get serious. With Christmas just a week away, it’s time to check off those last few people on your gift list. Have you hit a retail roadblock? I’ve got beauty gifts for all those impossible-to-buy-for people. Bonus: everything is $25 or less…

Mission: Moisturize

When it comes to my beauty products, celeb endorsement usually doesn’t sway me one way or the other. But when I found out that Serena Williams was behind a skincare line, I had a feeling it’d be a no-nonsense, get-the-job-done kind of collection. And that’s exactly the case with her line of MISSION Skincare goodies. Her most recent launches are all about moisture — great news for those of us who live in fear of all the chapping and flaking that comes along with the winter season. Let’s face it — if you were on a serious mission to protect your skin, wouldn’t you want a force like Serena on your side? Take a look at her latest offerings:

Cotton club for recyclers

I love being on the pulse of what’s new when it comes to fashion trends, health food crazes, and hot restaurants in town, which is why I was so excited when I found PlayBack. It’s an eco-friendly line of sustainable clothing — each t-shirt is made with recycled materials, including the equivalent of nearly nine 20-ounce plastic soda bottles, keeping trash out of landfills. Even better, the clothes are stylish with a capital S! Throw on one of their recycled cotton t-shirts with a statement necklace and jeans or try one of their two-toned hoodies over a skirt with boots, and you’re all set.