Pencil This In | Fashion & Film at Regal South Beach Cinema

Sex and the City 2 has finally hit the silver screen! To celebrate the opening of the fashionista flick Regal South Beach Cinema is treating moviegoers to a SATC2 inspired fashion show this Friday, May 28th. 

Joining forces to put on the show are four local Miami boutiques, Coco Babe, The Closet Boutique, Mizmi, and Wafa Saifi, each dressing their favorite character from the film. Paul Mitchell will be on hand to recreate the hair and makeup looks of our favorite city girls.

Arrive early and get a behind the scenes look at what it really takes to put on a fashion show. Ticket holders will have the opportunity to observe the transformation of six models  leading up to their debut on the catwalk.

If You Go:

Friday, May 28, 2010 7 pm

Regal South Beach Cinema (2nd Floor)

1120 Lincoln Road

Miami Beach, Fl. 33139

Try It On | Blaze of Summer

My summer uniform consists of one key piece- my beloved putty colored boyfriend blazer. Worn over jeans, a mini dress, or even shorts, a casual blazer can polish any ensemble. 

When it comes to wardrobe staples like a blazer, don't be afraid to spend a little more for a great tailored fit. This is an investment piece you'll wear time and time again. This season bypass plain old black and go for a cream or khaki color. Neutrals are right on-trend and will look ever so chic paired with light tones like white and blush.

For a look that's straight out of my personal style book, pair your boyfriend blazer with a simple white tank and shorts, and a neutral snakeskin heel. Let your accessories do the talking with a pretty blush bag and oversized lucite necklace.

Best Kept Secret | Dry Shampoo

There’s nothing worse than a bad hair day. They tend to creep up on you mid-week, when you just can’t fit another second into your day and the last thing you want to do is have a “washing-my-hair” night. Washing, drying and styling can be timely and tiring, especially for us long haired girls. Those are the days I thank the beauty gods for one of my best kept secrets—Dry Shampoo!

This magic shampoo-in-a-can needs no water and can liven up even the limpest of locks. Whether your hair is fine and suffers from a daily case of the greasies, you want to extend your salon blow out just one more day, or your bangs constantly fall flat, dry shampoo should be an essential part of your beauty arsenal.

A loyal (obsessive) user of dry shampoo for years now, my personal favorite is Psssst Unscented Instant Spray. At just $5.99, it's so cheap I stock pile it. Industry fave Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo ($11-$21) does a decent job if you're willing to shell out the extra cash; while TRESemme Fresh Start ($4.49) is disappointing to say the least, it acts more like a perfume than a cleanser.

Tip: Pick up a travel sized version to keep in your purse or car for touchups on the go!
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Pencil This In | Win a "Sex and the City 2" girls night out!

The highly anticipated film Sex and the City 2 will be hitting the big screen in just 10 days. (Yes, I am counting!) Thanks to three local Coral Gables businesses you don’t have to be Carrie, Miranda, Samantha or Charlotte to have a Sex and the City adventure of your very own. 

Camelot Salon and Spa, along with Red Koi Thai and Sushi Lounge and Lady Lux Boutique are teaming up to treat four gal pals to a night on the town, including a makeover, stylish new wardrobe, dinner, and tickets to see Sex and the City 2 on opening night at Sunset Place Cinemas. Ladies can enter to win by simply visiting any of the three sponsoring locations. (You must be 21 years old and a South Florida resident to qualify.) 

The winner will be announced at Lady Lux Boutique on Wednesday, May 26th as the Coral Gables shop hosts a ladies’ night party. Guests will be treated to sushi from Red Koi Sushi Lounge, SATC style cocktails, and 15% off their purchases from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. that evening. 

Grand Prize 
A complete makeover from Camelot Salon and Spa including make-up, hair cut, blow dry and style, dinner and drinks at Red Koi Sushi Lounge, and $100 gift certificate to Lady Lux Boutique for a winner and three lucky friends, and tickets to see Sex and the City 2 movie on Thursday, May 27, 2010. 


If You Go: 

Wednesday, May 26th, 5-8pm 
Lady Lux Boutique 
3660 Coral Way Miami, FL 33145 
305.444.0868

What I Wore | Shopping at Lady Lux

Last week, I checked out the Priscilla Jade Little Black Panty Tour at Lady Lux boutique in Coral Gables with my stylish gal pal Annilie. There's nothing better than champagne, shopping & sexy panties! I had been waiting all season to break out one of my favorite dresses, and girls' night out at Lady Lux was finally the perfect occasion.

What I Wore
Dress: AKA New York
Shoes: Jessica Simpson Collection
Bag: Atik Shop
Earrings: Bebe

(Photo credit: Marie Delage)