Snob Essentials
Archive for June, 2011

Olay Regenerist Anti-Aging Eye Roller: Eyes on the Prize

Add rolling my eyes to one of my habits now. Olay’s eye roller is like a massage for the delicate skin around your eyes, with three micro-roller balls caressing as it applies the anti-aging serum. And I am totally addicted! After a long day, the muscles around our eyes need to relax. Since I got … Continue reading “Olay Regenerist Anti-Aging Eye Roller: Eyes on the Prize”

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Tibi Pleated Silk-Chiffon Strapless Dress: No Small Feat

A little navy dress is an alluring summer twist on your likely worn-to-death black version, and Tibi’s chiffon cocktail style has been ruched to perfection. Good things come in small packages! A strapless mini that’s clearly on the skimpy side doesn’t look -and won’t feel – too showy, thanks to all the thin layers of … Continue reading “Tibi Pleated Silk-Chiffon Strapless Dress: No Small Feat”

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Lulu Frost Mesh Brooch Necklace: A New Approach to the Brooch

This mesh necklace by Lulu Frost is utterly unique yet oddly familiar. A quirky design evolved from vintage inspiration will do that. The only way I’d ever wear a brooch is when an edgy necklace is supporting it! Otherwise, let’s be honest, it’s a pretty serious and specific look. (Think ancestors…) Since I’m not a … Continue reading “Lulu Frost Mesh Brooch Necklace: A New Approach to the Brooch”

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Edmundo Castillo Feather Trim Sneakers: A Feather in His Cap?

I can always count on Edmundo Castillo to make me do a double take. Sometimes, on second glance, I see where the details are off. It wouldn’t take a lingering look to detect what’s wrong with this picture, as this is no subtle sneaker. The detective work comes in deciphering whether these kicks are adorned … Continue reading “Edmundo Castillo Feather Trim Sneakers: A Feather in His Cap?”

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Side Ponytails: The New Mane Event

Summer nights officially have a new go-to off-your-neck ‘do. The side ponytail is so much dressier than the perfunctory back pony, which looks like you’re about to exercise or do housework. Just look at the lustrous examples set by side-sweepers Molly Sims, Blake Lively, Carrie Underwood, and Emmy Rossum. Dirty blondes Molly and Brooke went … Continue reading “Side Ponytails: The New Mane Event”

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Carine Gibson: Lingerie for Lingering

When we envision sexy lingerie, seductive black, virginal white, and vampy red are the cliché colors that come to mind. Who knew teal could knock them all out of the park? This collection of pieces by Carine Gibson makes me want to plan a romantic getaway. Or better yet, take on a lover! Just kidding, … Continue reading “Carine Gibson: Lingerie for Lingering”

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