Queen of the Quarter Life Crisis

Meet Vinny from "Jersey Shore" at C.O. Bigelow's Fashion's Night Out!

QLCJamie — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:27:32 -0700

So it seems that Fashion's Night Out in NYC is all the rage this year. Personally, I get a little overhwhelmed at events like this...but when I heard that Jersey Shore's very own Vinny Guadagnino will be making a cameo at C.O. Bigelow's event, I had to let my readers know.

Head down to the C.O. Bigelow store at 414 6th Avenue in New York City between 7 and 8 PM on September 10th for a little meet and greet with Vinny. Now what does Vinny have to do with Fashion's Night Out and especially C.O. Bigelow, you ask? Well, the reality star will be showcasing his grooming product essentials as well as his favorite products that he likes the ladies to wear. Oh boy, start swooning now and don't forget your cameras.

Whitney Port "kisses for a cause" at Sephora

QLCJamie — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:53:10 -0700

So I've been hearing a lot of buzz about the LA-based charity organization, The Beauty Bus Foundation lately. And when I hear about one of my favorite reality TV stars teaming up with a great store like Sephora, I need to report it. Whitney Port kicked off the "Kiss for a Cause" initiative here in LA. The three week-long initiative benefits The Beauty Bus Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for homebound, terminally or chronically ill people and their primary caregivers by bringing beauty into their lives. During the promotion, Sephora is inviting its clients to try one of fall's hottest trends- the bold, red lip and donate their kiss to the in-store collage. Whit was among the first to donate her kiss, choosing Make Up Forever's Rouge Artist Intense Lipstick in #42, Moulin Rouge as her favorite shade.

Wanna get in on the action? From now until September 15th, $1 of every qualifying red lip purchase at Sephora will be donated in support of The Beauty Bus Foundation, up to $25,000. Check out your local Sephora store to find out which red lip products make the cut.

2010 Emmy's Recap

QLCJamie — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 23:43:35 -0700

So on Sunday I had the privilege of attending the 2010 Emmy's Red Carpet with my friend Aly. We sat front row as the celebs strutted their stuff down the red carpet and highlights, oh...there were tons of highlights. Aly and I both spotted our celeb twins (Angela from "The Office" for Aly and Jane Krakowski from "30Rock" for me) in addition to um, pretty much everyone who attended. My faves? Two words- January Jones. For some reason this dress doesn't look as good in photographs but in person it actually made my jaw DROP. Claire Danes comes in as number two for me...it's hard for us fair-skinned blondes to pull off a fleshy color like this but she does it and she does it well. Coming in at a trong third- well I try not to let my love for Jane Krakowski make me biased but you have to admit, she does look fabulous.

After the red carpet madness was over, Aly and I headed over to the Lukaro Salon in Beverly Hills for a fun viewing party thrown by Suave. Suave decided to hold an amazing contest where fans could vote on the beauty look that "Modern Family" star, Sofia Vergara, would wear at the awards show. The winner was "Glamorous Waves" and Sofia was styled by Suave Professionals celebrity Jenny Cho. The best part- Sofia's entire award show look- the dress and Suave Professionals products used to create the winning look- will be auctioned off by the Clothes Off Our Back Fondation to benefit children's charities across the glob. And how great does she look?

After mingling with friends and sipping on a "Suave-tini," my stylist, Theodore, blew my hair out for a fun Emmy's party look.

The "before"

The result

Inspired By: Katy Perry's "California Gurls"

QLCJamie — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 07:39:37 -0700

So welcome to my new series- Inspired By. The first edition? Katy Perry's "California Gurls." After watching the music video I'm still a little confused as to what a cupcake bikini has to do with California but nevertheless, it's cute and fun...just like California. Here's my roundup...

Pacifica Malibu Lemon Blossom Solid Perfume - This 100% vegan (so LA) solid perfume is an ode to the SoCal sun. Its scent has a lemony hint but not overpowering, like Pledge.

Benefit California Kissin' Lip Shine- Fact: LA is the land of the perfect smile. This lip product combines sexy shine with West coast cool. The aqua blue sheen actually makes teeth appear whiter and it can be worn alone or with your favorite lipstick or gloss.

h.wood Ruby Lip Shine Pot- What's more Hollywood glam than red lips? This little lip pot is packed with powerful ingredients like jojoba oil, coco butter and shea butter to help you get the perfect Hollywood pout.

Too Faced California In a Compact - Even though Katy Perry is what some might consider "white toast," mostly everyone in California has a bit of the golden sun glow. For us pale girls, we can resort to "California in a compact" which is much better for your skin anyway.

Smart Girls Who Surf SPF 30+ Sunblock- Besides waxing my board, applying sunblock is probably my number one priority when I'm surfing. This specially made-for-surfers SPF 30 provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection in addition to good for you ingredients like green tea extract and Vitamins C and E.

Leslie Blodgett Santa Barbara Eau de Parfum Spray- I had my first Santa Barbara experience a few months back and it was a memorable one. The website describes this scent as picturing yourself sipping a cool drink on the pier, staring off into the Santa Barbara sunset without a care in the world. Le sigh. Top notes include pepper, lemon, cassis and peach, which all sound delicious.

American Apparel Nail Lacquer in "Palm Springs," Malibu Green" and "Downtown LA." Need I say more? Three unique places in Los Angeles that are all fun and bring special qualities to California.

Harajuku Lovers Sunshine Cuties

QLCJamie — Tue, 04 May 2010 07:19:21 -0700

So back in November, I announced the launch of Harajuku Lovers Sunshine Cuties new fragrance line extension and I finally got a chance to check out a few of the scents. The verdict? Amazing, obviously. Gwen Stefani can do no wrong in my eyes and her fragrance collection is naturally as perfect, but what makes the Sunshine Cuties line even more adorable is their super cute bathing suites and sunglasses. I die for "Love," in particular, since she dones oversized shades...oh and who can resist the little black bubble hair on "Baby"? Mother's Day gift anyone?

NYLON 11th anniversary party at the Trousdale

QLCJamie — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:33:43 -0700

So I've been feeling kind of sick lately but when I got an amazing invite, courtesy of CoverGirl, to NYLON magazine's 11th anniversary party, I HAD to at least check it out for a little bit. This party is EPIC in LA and is known to always bring in some major celebs...so obvs, I had to at least make an appearance. The outcome? UM. NO words. From the minute I valeted my car to the point where I was waiting to get my car from valet, it was a non-stop celeb fest. Maybe it's lame but I still get excited every time I see someone...I'm such a tourist. Best sightings of the night? Well I ended up sitting in Lindsay Lohan's booth thanks to my fabulously connected friend Melissa! Here are some picture highlights and thanks again to CoverGirl for the invite and to their amazing makeup artist, Molly Stern, who touched up my makeup with some amazing new products!

me and the fabulous Sydne Summer of MyStyle.com and ThinkThruFashion.com

Paris Hilton and Nicky Hilton

(Paris danced on a table about 5 minutes after arriving, in true form)

Paris Hilton sitting with Glee's Mark Salling (aka Puck). So hot.

Miss Lindsay Lohan herself. Sitting about 6 inches away from me. CRAZY.

JWoww gifts Too Faced Tanning Bed in a Tube

QLCJamie — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 07:27:22 -0800

So I'm absolutely obsessed with MTV's Jersey Shore and I just got word that Jenni "JWoww" Farley gifted Too Faced's Tanning Bed in a Tube to all her friends that attended her birthday party this past weekend at Moon nightclub in Las Vegas. Now, with the wonder lotion that adds an instant bronze glow with a gradual sunless tanner, JWoww's friends can get their GTL on with out the scary side effects that tanning beds cause. Happy birthday, JWoww.

mark m.powerment giveaway!

QLCJamie — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:05:37 -0800

So one of my favorite brand's, Avon's mark, has generously offered to sponsor a pretty awesome giveaway in honor of their m.powerment by mark charity. Lauren Conrad is their spokesperson and the charity is dedicated to a GREAT cause - helping to stop dating abuse and partner violence. This is something that I think everyone needs to be super aware of and has been since the whole Rihanna and Chris Brown incident. The prize? FIVE winners will win four of Lauren Conrad's favorites:

mark Have a Heart Bracelet
mark Glow Baby Glow Lip Glosses in m.powerment Peach and Gold
mark It Kit
mark a Spray We Go Hook Up Frangrances in Jewel and Rebel Rose

Wanna win one? Leave a comment below and five winners will be choosen at random. DEADLINE: March 1st

Kim Kardashian perfume

QLCJamie — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 07:26:41 -0800

So I admit that I love Keeping Up With the Kardashians and I don't care who knows it. How can you not love watching the crazy antics plus, what's not to love about Bruce Jenner? Anyway, when I received a sample of Kim's new perfume, creatively named Kim Kardashian, I decided that I must try it. The verdict? I really like it. And, I'm a tough sell when it comes to scents. That Kim is one busy lady these days...she also just launched Kardashians for bebe at New York Fashion Week! You have to have respect for anyone that works so hard!

L.A.M.B Fall 2010 RTW

QLCJamie — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 22:40:00 -0800

Ah, another fashion week. This is officially the second Fashion Week that I'm missing since I moved to LA and yeah, I'm kinda sad about it. However, thanks to the wonderful internet, I can still see all the awesomeness that is L.A.M.B's Fall 2010 ready-to-wear collection. Gwen has outdone herself once again. Here are my favorites: