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Web Snob Weekend - The Newbies

Hold on to your hats ladies - there are some new Web Snobs in town! Next week, everyone will be in one post, but I thought it would be a good idea to introduce the newbies separately.

As for me, see you on Monday!

Ladybrille Zulu Rose discovers a label where African tradition meets modernity.

Cheap JAP keeps it classy by showing us The Top Five Things Not to Buy at American Apparel.

Fashion, Evolved examines the innovative new fashion factory called Catwalk Genius.

I'm Not Obsessed shows you how to get Helena Christensen's entire look for under $125.

Quinta Trends (in Spanish!) finds a Chilean designer in New York: Maria Cornejo.

Stylenotes chats with Jack Mackenroth of Project Runway's Season 4.

SugarShock Beauty may never go back to regular shampoo and conditioner again now that she's discovered Wen Cleansing Conditioner.

Sxy Fashion Queen (in Spanish!) loves celebrity coloured jeans trend.

The Coveted Shares her tips on How to Buy Vintage Clothing.

The Shoe Goddess dishes about Christian Louboutin.

If you are tired of the same old trendy purses, V-Style has found some fabulous evening bags for you.

Calculatus Eliminatus guides you through the scary world of logos on t-shirts.

Posted by Nichelle on May 17, 2008 at 12:48 AM in Web Snob 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0)

Web Snob Weekend

Second City Style asks who wore it better (and why) in our weekly Celebrity Fashion Smackdown.

WE LOVE BEAUTY.com chatted up celebrity stylemaker and hairstylist Adir Abergel to get the 411 on Christina Ricci's Met Costume Institute Gala sleek pony!

Stiletto Jungle contemplates Yummie Tummie, the shapewear that's meant to be seen.

All About the Pretty is really enjoying her custom Bobbi Brown Palettes.

Bag Snob ponders Louis Vuitton: To Louis or not to Louis?

Beauty Snob snags an interview with Jose Eber!

Coquette gets crafty for the DIY Paper Hermès Kelly Bag.

Fashiontribes travels to the Age of Discovery on a sexy Steampunk time bender.

KRiSTOPHER explores Tokyo.

Papierblog looks at the wisdom behind Banana Republic Monogram stores.

Straight to the Closet or Leave it On the rack? You decide at Shrimpton Couture.

Stylehive's Next Big Thing: Cassie Kogler of New York Couture.

Pinching your pennies? Look like a million while saving money and gas with over 200 cheap chic online finds at StyleBakery.com.

Posted by Nichelle on May 17, 2008 at 12:21 AM in Web Snob 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0)

Web Snob Tuesday

Yeah! My internet connection is finally back. So glad to finally rest my "Blackberry thumbs."

Coquette is falling for the look of stylish headbands.

Stiletto Jungle explores the "collegiate lingerie" trend.

Bag Snob shares Hermes Scarves' Knotting Tips and Tricks!

Beauty Snob shares the Art of Aging Gracefully.

Is the press ruining fashion? Fashiontribes investigates.

KRiSTOPHER is loving, hating, and wearing sculpted heels.

My Fashion Life explores the trend for Spring hair: Top Knots.

Papierblog looks at whether eco-fashion is truly for the masses.

Shrimpton Couture shares fugs, latex and her diary.

Bag Bliss says bring your white handbags out of hibernation!

Stylehive says Neon + Neutral = Now!

O-Gloss is a spring/summer staple for eBeautyDaily.

Fashion Indie talks about the Begining of the End for Rachael Zoe.

Second City Style: What’s your fashion personality? What your spring wardrobe says about you.

Posted by Nichelle on May 06, 2008 at 01:48 PM in Web Snob 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0)

Secret Weapon: Phytonectar Pre-Shampoo Ultra Nourishing Oil Treatment

I can't pinpoint when pre-shampoo treatments became popular (I'll have to quiz a hairdresser about that soon) but I believe they are really effective - especially when you need to treat a specific problem. My problem lately? Dryness. Big time. I have even experienced some breakage which hasn't happened to me in a long time, so I've been a little distressed.

My hair has been through a lot of changes over the last two years - relaxed, weaved, natural, and now texturized with the occasional weave again. Inconsistent weather hasn't helped either, so I have been doing a lot of super-moisturizing conditioning treatments over the winter and, hands down, Phyto's Phytonectar Ultra Nourishing Oil Treatment is one of my favorites. The consistency will amaze you - it's nice and thick like a gel (The secret? 12% egg yolk oil) and I was very pleased with the immediate softness of my hair as I rubbed it in. The bottle is not ridiculously small (1.7 oz) but the oil goes a long way and that made me happy because I am more likely to spend thirty bucks on a facial moisturizer than a hair oil. I started applying the Phytonectar around my hairline first, and then worked my way through the rest of my hair all the way to the ends (my 4B texturized hair is short again) and I still have plenty of product left. Another bonus, especially with summer around the corner, is the added UV protection.

I think this one's a keeper.

Phytonectar Pre-Shampoo Ultra Nourishing Oil Treatment for Ultra Dry Hair $30.00.

Posted by Nichelle on May 02, 2008 at 02:49 AM in Secret Weapon | Permalink | Comments (8)

Fat Girl Sleep

Okay, where have I been?

I was writing a completely different post tonight (or err... this morning) when I discovered Fat Girl Sleep by Bliss. I still don't really believe in cellulite creams, but every now and then, I am a big sucker - especially for Bliss. I think of it like insurance. Late night is primetime for beauty treatments for me, so I'm going to race out and buy this tomorrow and see if the lavender scent fools me into thinking the encapsulated "slenderiZZZe complex" and "dimple diminishers" are the real deal.

I'll get back to you...

Bliss Fat Girl Sleep $38.00.

Posted by Nichelle on April 30, 2008 at 02:16 AM in Luminous | Permalink | Comments (4)