100% Pure...You'll Smell Good Enough to Eat

After a long and tedious weekend, I wasn't quite ready to return to the work week. As I lay in my bed, I pondered the list of things that I needed to complete. As I reviewed my 'To Do' list in my mind, it was as if my bed began to drape it's loving arms around me. I looked toward my clock and watched as the time inched its way into the area that would cause me to become frantically late.

Then I remembered some very important advice that was bestowed upon me when I began my life as a career woman...Always have something to look forward too. It'll make your life seem less mundane and more exciting. "Something to look forward too. Hmmm. What do I have coming up this week?" Then I remembered...I had a envelope full of samples from 100% Pure!

Yes, I'm a sucker for delicious smelling body products; so, the thought of starting my day with a hot shower and the sweet aroma of a new shower gel sent my senses into another world. I emptied out my package; began to sift through the selection and contemplated what I wanted to smell like for the day. Did I desire Virgin Coconut, Blueberry, Pear, Vanilla Bean, Juicy Pineapple or Dark Chocolate (can you imagine having the scent of the very thing that people crave)? These are only a drop in the bucket of the many flavors that 100% Pure offers.

I made my decision, and Juicy Pineapple won! It was very difficult to climb out of my scented, steamy sanctuary, but I managed to do so. What awaited was the Juicy Pineapple Body Cream that felt equally delicious. When I emerged, I over-heard my family conversing about what smelled so good. One of my sons told me that I smelled like Pineapple Cream Ice Cream. My hubby stated that I smelled good enough to eat. What a way to start the day! As I entered into the world, I felt that I could conquer whatever lay ahead. I knew that if things became difficult, I would simply retreat to my package of scented wonders to ease my pain.

100% Pure was an absolutely delicious product that boast its name because it is indeed 100% Pure. The products are scented from real fruits, and pure essential oil absolutes. There are absolutely no synthetic fragrances or anything artificial. You can purchase this product from www.100percentpure.com. That is good news!

Try 100% Pure. You'll smell good enough to eat!

Nordstrom Runway Show at StyleWeekOC

Spending the evening under the stars, while watching a Nordstrom runway show, isn't such a bad deal for a nights work. Last night (September 13th) I attended the final showing of a series of various fashion shows for StyleWeekOC at the Irvine Spectrum Shopping Center, In Orange Country, California. With the ferris wheel as the backdrop, models displayed a tantalized array of fashions for fall and for the transitional styles of the season. I spent the entire night drooling over which looks I wanted for myself. The fashions were generally for the young, but if you fall into the category of "Young at Heart," then you would have found the styles to be very appealing.

The first looks out were very reminiscent of the sexy-librarian. Give this young woman just the right look and she's all yours. Demure, but very alluring. The garments left much to the imagination...perhaps that is what is so sexy about them...It would lead one to have to search to find out what makes the lady tick. At first look, I had to second guess the high-heeled penny loafers and mary-janes worn with ankle socks. Only the daring, yet stylish would be able to pull this look off.

The Native-American trend with a dash of Boho Chic really caught my eye...I wanted it all!

The fringed boots were, as my sons say, "Sick!" I loved the maxi dresses. The color combinations in the garments were really pretty.

Ok, let me not forget to mention the SHOES! OMG!!! The shoes were amazing. Sky high stilettos, booties and the most interesting details that one could ever fathom. One model almost took a fall. The audience applauded her ability to stay on her feet in the 5 inch booties she sported.

A great deal of Justin Timberlake's brand, William Rast, was sported by the male models. The look was a bit rustic with a touch of hillbilly (I'm not being brash)...but hey, it worked! The good looking models could have worn their jammies and looked hot!

Take a look at the fashion photos that my photographer, Fred Harrison, snapped for me. Enjoy the show:

Top Seven Picks in Fashion Accessories for Fall 2008

Oh the love of fashion accessories! Here are my top 7 picks for accessories for Fall 2008:

Fur Details: Michael Kors made the fur neck cozy and scarf look ultra retro in his runway collections. Whether faux or real, fur will jazz up any ensemble.

Art Inspired Shoes: Sure, hold on to your classic black slingbacks; but make room for the wonderful array of colorful and funky styles that are hitting the stores. Look for shoes with quirky details and interesting straps and buckles.

Leather Opera Gloves: The era of the 1950's and 1960's is upon us and wow am I excited! Leather opera gloves are so chic and will make any outfit look amazingly put-together.

Skinny Belts: Diane von Furstenburg really rocked the fall runway with the skinny belt. Rather than simply holding up trousers, the belts were used for cinching in cardigan sweaters and coats.

The Statement Necklace: Keep your strands of pearls for some occasions, but if you really want to add pizzazz to your wardrobe, invest in a edgy statement necklace...one that will really make your wardrobe pop. For the Vera Wang collection, she showed necklaces that were works of art.

Opaque Hosiery: Ditch the boring legwear for ones with interesting designs and jewel-toned colors. Your legs will look both fun and SEXY!

Clutch Purse: Not just reserved for the evening, clutch purses are fast becoming a wardrobe staple; thanks to Sarah Jessica Parker's character, Carrie Bradshaw, from Sex and the City. Now these compact purses come in a variety of styles, sizes and shapes.

Happy Shopping (wink)!