Join Macy’s Dadeland store for a celebration of Brasil! Be part of the fun and excitement Saturday, May 19 with a host of spectacular events inspired by fashion, food and flavor of Brasil. From tropical sounds and a dance fueled fashion show to Brazilian delicacies and drinks, Macy’s invites customers to take a magical journey to one of the most talked about countries on earth – Brasil!
The list of scheduled events include:
Samba Dancers
1 PM
Stop by on the first floor and have your picture taken with
our samba dancers adorned in spectacular costumes marking the bright colors and spirit of Brasil.
Swimwear Fashion Show
2 PM
Enjoy a fashion show featuring the latest Brasilian swimwear
styles and trends. Plus, with any $100 or more swim purchase, receive a beach Kanga with personalized graffiti.
Introducing Brasil Dream by Estee Lauder
Stop by the Estee Lauder counter and discover the new
fragrance "BRASIL DREAM." Our expert beauty advisors will be
available to assist you with a fresh look with colors inspired
by Brasil! With any $100 or more cosmetics purchase, receive a
Brasil beach mat. With any $75 or more Estee Lauder purchase,
receive a Brasil clutch. While supplies last. One per customer.
O Mercado, the Market at Macy’s
A curated shop of Brazilian products featuring exclusive,
limited-edition items, both inspired by and made in Brazil.
With prices starting as low as $5, the shop will carry approximately
100 exclusive items, giving customers the opportunity to experience
a broad array of the distinctive spirit of Brazilian culture.
Plus, 10 percent of the sale price of every product sold within
“O Mercado, the Market at Macy’s will benefit The Nature Conservancy
and its efforts to protect the Brazilian Amazon rainforest. Plus,
receive a Brazilian-inspired clutch with any $75 or more purchase
from O Mercado, the Market at Macy’s!
Brazilian Cooking Demo with Chef Leonardo Charamba of Camila’s
Brasilian Cuisine
1 PM
Learn how to create savory Brazilian recipes from Chef Leonardo
Charamba of Camila’s Brasilian Cuisine and enjoy a tasting of
his recipes. Plus, receive a Brasil keepsake glass and muddler
gift with any $50 or more purchase in the home department.
Carnival Crafts for Kids
1 PM
Bring the kids for a Brazilian Carnival with crafts, mask making a
nd more. Kids will have the opportunity to create their own Amazon
flip book and participate in a Brasilian Conga line!
Join the celebration Saturday, May 19, 2012
7303 SW 88th Street
Macy's Dadeland Mall
Amo la Moda, Amo la Vita
Monday, May 14, 2012
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Last Minute Mother's Day gift ideas
Mothers Day is quickly approaching, so what’s topping wish lists this year? Style expert, Jeannine Morris gave us the scoop.
Something hot this year that Mom’s will love are these cool watches from Timex…their Modern Originals Easy Reader. The monochromatic, darker hues are great for a night out, while the white with rainbow numerals add a fun pop of color. At Nordstroms for $65. They also have a weekender collection with really fun colors…for a more casual look. These have interchangeable nylon slip-thru straps that are so cool…$34.99 dollars at Target.
For a little pampering pick up the L’Occitane Delightful Hands collection gift set. A trio of hydrating and nourishing hand creams with delicate peony scent, smoothing almond and shea butter. It smooths and protects your hands. Best part, the set comes beautifully wrapped…a perfect gift for $28. They also have a Pivoine Delicate collection with eau de toilette and shimmering powder that leaves behind a delicate floral scent…so pretty starting at $12. L’Occitane products are available at usa.loccitane.com and in 160 L’Occitane boutiques throughout the U.S.
Makeup is always fun for mom and Ulta ( I LOVE Ulta!) has some awesome things with really great values, like their 5-in-1 color collection. It’s a 61 piece collection with 5 different palettes to create custom looks. 10 eye shadows, with coordinating cheek shades, 2 mini lip glosses and 3 dual ended eyeliners for $24.99. I recently bought a make up kit in a three tier faux alligator case for 20 bucks.
They also have exclusive Smashbox Shades Of Fame Reflection Lip Gloss Kits, $29 ---5 ultra-shiny travel size lip glosses, so cute. And if your mom likes to do her nails, try Ulta’s 5-piece Nail Lacquer Collection, $9.95. It’s a professional 5 piece mini pack in really fun summer shades.
One of the most thoughtful and heartfelt gifts you can celebrate with this Mother’s Day is the ‘gift of giving.’ JOHNSON'S® Baby has just launched a new charitable platform, JOHNSON'S® Baby CARES –and they’re donating thousands of JOHNSON'S® Baby CARES Kits, filled with washes, shampoos, diaper creams and lotions to Save the Children, to help families in need care for their babies in times of disaster.
This is all part of the brand’s commitment to the healthy development of babies and its’ mission to support families around the world.
You can help by simply viewing the 'You're Doing OK Mom' video on the JOHNSON's® Baby YouTube Page. When they reach 500,000 views, the brand will donate an additional $50,000 to Save the Children. Go to the JOHNSON'S® Baby Facebook Page, to learn more about it.
Something hot this year that Mom’s will love are these cool watches from Timex…their Modern Originals Easy Reader. The monochromatic, darker hues are great for a night out, while the white with rainbow numerals add a fun pop of color. At Nordstroms for $65. They also have a weekender collection with really fun colors…for a more casual look. These have interchangeable nylon slip-thru straps that are so cool…$34.99 dollars at Target.
For a little pampering pick up the L’Occitane Delightful Hands collection gift set. A trio of hydrating and nourishing hand creams with delicate peony scent, smoothing almond and shea butter. It smooths and protects your hands. Best part, the set comes beautifully wrapped…a perfect gift for $28. They also have a Pivoine Delicate collection with eau de toilette and shimmering powder that leaves behind a delicate floral scent…so pretty starting at $12. L’Occitane products are available at usa.loccitane.com and in 160 L’Occitane boutiques throughout the U.S.
Makeup is always fun for mom and Ulta ( I LOVE Ulta!) has some awesome things with really great values, like their 5-in-1 color collection. It’s a 61 piece collection with 5 different palettes to create custom looks. 10 eye shadows, with coordinating cheek shades, 2 mini lip glosses and 3 dual ended eyeliners for $24.99. I recently bought a make up kit in a three tier faux alligator case for 20 bucks.
They also have exclusive Smashbox Shades Of Fame Reflection Lip Gloss Kits, $29 ---5 ultra-shiny travel size lip glosses, so cute. And if your mom likes to do her nails, try Ulta’s 5-piece Nail Lacquer Collection, $9.95. It’s a professional 5 piece mini pack in really fun summer shades.
One of the most thoughtful and heartfelt gifts you can celebrate with this Mother’s Day is the ‘gift of giving.’ JOHNSON'S® Baby has just launched a new charitable platform, JOHNSON'S® Baby CARES –and they’re donating thousands of JOHNSON'S® Baby CARES Kits, filled with washes, shampoos, diaper creams and lotions to Save the Children, to help families in need care for their babies in times of disaster.
This is all part of the brand’s commitment to the healthy development of babies and its’ mission to support families around the world.
You can help by simply viewing the 'You're Doing OK Mom' video on the JOHNSON's® Baby YouTube Page. When they reach 500,000 views, the brand will donate an additional $50,000 to Save the Children. Go to the JOHNSON'S® Baby Facebook Page, to learn more about it.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Road to Healthy Skin Tour Arrives in Miami
Next Thursday, Friday and Saturday The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Road to Healthy Skin Tour, presented by AVEENO® and Rite Aid, will be offering free full body skin cancer screenings to the public on a first come first served basis. Participants may receive skin cancer information, sunscreen samples and giveaways.
This is the calendar of events:
MIAMI CALENDAR LISTING
Free Skin Cancer Screenings
When:
March 29, 2012 10am –12pm and 1pm -4pm
Where:
Miami Beach Marina
300 Alton Road Miami Beach, FL 33139
Who:
Dr. Katz Holzer 10am –12pm
Dr. Brian Katz 1pm –4pm
When:
March 30, 2012 10am – 1pm and 2pm -4pm
Where:
Peacock Park
2820 McFarlane Rd., Miami, FL 33133-6009
Who:
Dr. Shasa Hu 10am -1pm
Dr. Judith Crowell 2pm -4pm
When:
March 31, 2012 2pm -4pm
Where:
Bass Pro Shop at the Dolphin Mall
11551 NW 12th Street Miami, FL 33172
Who:
Dr. Skolnik 2pm -4pm
For More Information:
www.SkinCancer.org/Tour
212-725-5176
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Madonna to debut Truth or Dare Shoe line
by Tatyana VersaceNot so long ago, we were celebrating the launch of Madonna and daughter Lourdes' Material Girl Clothing line sold exclusively at Macys. The launch was one of the biggest fashion parties that I have been to. This summer we will see the debut of the new Truth or Dare shoe collection from Madonna. This is a project that does not involve her daughter and is aimed at a more mature fashionista. The style icon's new Truth or Dare label, and will be produced by Canada-headquartered firm Aldo Group Inc.
The prices of Madonna's new collection ranges from $89 to $349, and includes 60 different styles.
Macy's, Nordstrom, ASOS, Selfridge's, and dance brand Capezio will be among the stores to carry the shoe range this summer. I am looking forward to the launch and will bring you more information and images as they become available.
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Sexist Vintage Ads
We are gathering quite a collection of vintage ads-these are real ads that reflect society's beliefs at the time they were published. Some are funny, others make us angry.
You mean a little, feeble woman is capable of opening a bottle of ketchup? Who knew?!
Oh honey! You seem to be thriving on cooking, cleaning and dusting and you look so darned cute doing it!
You mean a little, feeble woman is capable of opening a bottle of ketchup? Who knew?!
Oh honey! You seem to be thriving on cooking, cleaning and dusting and you look so darned cute doing it!
Thursday, February 23, 2012
man pretends to be Denny's manager
I dig this part "Summers' ruse was not a grand slam." 
I guess it was a Sizzlin' Skillet instead?
Wearing a maroon tie and with a briefcase in hand, James B. Summers, 52, strolled confidently into a Madison, Wisc., Denny's restaurant ready to start his first day of work as general manager. There was just one problem- he wasn't hired for the job.
"He claimed he was the new general manager, that he had worked for the restaurant chain for 30-years and was starting his new job - right now," the police report stated.
The restaurant's manager, Tracy Brant, suggested perhaps Summers had the wrong restaurant, but the self-appointed general manager refuted the idea.
Brant closed the door to her office and called the corporate office while Summers got to work on his first "official" duty- cooking himself a burger and fries.
After receiving confirmation from those higher-up on the food chain that Summers was lying, Brant confronted her new faux boss mid-meal and told him that his charade was over.
When police arrived, they found Summers walking away from the restaurant. He told officers there must have been a "paperwork goof-up." He returned to the restaurant so police could hear both sides of the story.
Summers' ruse was not a grand slam. Police booked him on charges of fraud, possession of an electric weapon (a stun gun), disorderly conduct and possession of drug paraphernalia.
As police escorted Summers out of the restaurant, he shouted, "This is why you don't dine and dash, kiddies!"
I guess it was a Sizzlin' Skillet instead?
Wearing a maroon tie and with a briefcase in hand, James B. Summers, 52, strolled confidently into a Madison, Wisc., Denny's restaurant ready to start his first day of work as general manager. There was just one problem- he wasn't hired for the job.
"He claimed he was the new general manager, that he had worked for the restaurant chain for 30-years and was starting his new job - right now," the police report stated.
The restaurant's manager, Tracy Brant, suggested perhaps Summers had the wrong restaurant, but the self-appointed general manager refuted the idea.
Brant closed the door to her office and called the corporate office while Summers got to work on his first "official" duty- cooking himself a burger and fries.
After receiving confirmation from those higher-up on the food chain that Summers was lying, Brant confronted her new faux boss mid-meal and told him that his charade was over.
When police arrived, they found Summers walking away from the restaurant. He told officers there must have been a "paperwork goof-up." He returned to the restaurant so police could hear both sides of the story.
Summers' ruse was not a grand slam. Police booked him on charges of fraud, possession of an electric weapon (a stun gun), disorderly conduct and possession of drug paraphernalia.
As police escorted Summers out of the restaurant, he shouted, "This is why you don't dine and dash, kiddies!"
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Saks Fifth Avenue says dogs are "Ultimate Accessory"
Note to Saks Fifth Avenue: dogs (or cats, or any other animal) are not fashion accessories. I anxiously awaited the March issue of Vogue magazine of which I am a subscriber. I love Vogue so much that I am paid up for the next two years. Imagine my horror as an animal rights advocate when I turn to a full page ad in Vogue for Saks Fifth Avenue's personal shopping club. The ad is towards the front of the magazine, on the flip side of another Saks ad showing an Oscar De La Renta number and opposite another full page ad for Saks featuring Donna Karan. I was so stunned that I have put the book down and have come here to write about it.
The ad in question features a model wearing Giambattista Valli. The small print at the bottom of the page says "Our shopping Associates will treat you like a celebrity in the Fifth Avenue Club, where they'll assemble clothing accessories and cosmetics for you in a private suite. We even take care of the ultimate Beverly Hills accessory-we'll walk your dog while you shop."
Okay, stop the presses. Saks could have mentioned their dog walking service without referring to dogs as the Ultimate accessory. This really burns me up and I'm sure this is going to anger a lot of people who took the time to read what this ad says.
Fashion has never been kind to animals. People buy dogs and cats everyday and then when they don't match the decor or their outfits, they get sent to their deaths in our animal shelters. This was a very irresponsible thing to say and encourage. Animals are not ultimate fashion accessories. They are living, breathing beings that have emotions. Acquiring them takes commitment. This is not about tossing out your out dated drapes or last season's clothing but sadly, this mentality does lead to animals being abandoned. As someone who rescued three cats, a dog and turtles, I am apalled by this statement. All of my animals were left to die because somebody thought their lives were of no value. The fashion industry needs to take a stand against this attitude.
Shame on you Saks Fifth Avenue!
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