Beauty Sale At Neiman Marcus - 20% off!

{ Via Sunny Gu }

Surprise! Coming to you on a Monday with a special post. This girl's playground has always been the beauty aisles at Neiman Marcus on Michigan Avenue. I am like a kid in a candy store there. Shopping beauty online is also fun, and I do it often. Neiman's has upped the fun factor by offering 20% off most of their beauty and fragrance products.  This special sale runs through October 24th. I say it is time to stock up or try something new. With free shipping and returns, what's to lose?  Here's a glam glance at some of the Best in Beauty at Neiman Marcus!



~ Beauty Award Winners ~

Oribe Haircare
Over 13 of their products are award winners. Bigger, better, full-on glamorous hair. The Dry Texturizing Spray has been something I have wanted to try. This invisible dry hair spay builds in incredible volume and sexy texture. Patented polymers absorb oil at the roots. I know someone that uses it, and her hair is
 always lovely!

Diorshow Mascara

Winner, Glamour magazine's "Best Mascara" Beauty Award (2016) 2017 InStyle Award Winner. I have used the waterproof Diorshow for years. It's all about the brush.  I just love it.

Giorgio Armani Luminous Silk Foundation
Named "Hall of Fame Foundation" in Elle magazine's "Hall of Fame" (October 2010) and Allure Beauty Award Winner in 2017. It's oil free and just a beautiful product.

Smith & Cult Nail Lacquer
An Allure Beauty Award winner. Besides the fabulous colors, this polish is without all of the bad chemicals that are in so many polishes like Formaldehyde. Be sure to check out the shade Rose Gold.

Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizers
A great product that for some, can replace your foundation. It's coverage is buildable. There are so many colors to chose from, that you are bound to find the perfect shade. The oil free tinted moisturizer is an InStyle award winner.

~ Tom Ford ~

Tom Ford Private Shadow
How gorgeous is this color? The shade is called Breathless. His line features 30 shades with different finishes from above to matte. All gorgeous. I have this shade in my cart.

Tom Ford Lip Color Lipstick
With 50 shades, I know that you can find the perfect hue for you! Here are a few of my favorites...Top Left: Devour Bottom Left: Spanish Pink  Right: Naked Ambition. And that case is super elegant.

~ Clean Beauty ~

I applaud Neiman Marcus for carrying beauty products that are organic and actually good for us. Personally I am slowly moving to all natural skincare. After all, our skin is our largest organ, why not treat it to the best products there are....meaning chemical free.

Juice Beauty
"Today, Juice Beauty offers award winning  
( InStyle, ELLE, Allure, Glamour, EWG ) skincare and makeup products that meet rigorous USA organic regulations supported by solid eco-values. I happen to love how their products smell....clean and juicy!

Tata Harper Skincare
Tata Harper founded her namesake brand to give the skincare industry a fresh start with highly effective and luxurious antiaging beauty products free of synthetic and chemical ingredients. Made in small batches at laboratories in Vermont, Harper's products contribute to health, well-being, and 
peace of mind.

Jane Iredale
Committed to revealing and enhancing your natural beauty. Jane offers pure mineral makeup in rich colors and soothing skin care products that nurture your skin. The make up is beautiful.

~ Home Fragrance & Gifts ~

Nest Fragrances
This line is so beautiful and also very giftable. Interesting to know that the gift shop of the Peninsula Hotel in Chicago only sells Nest Candles.   Click above to shop and save on their full range of home fragrances. 

Jo Malone London Candles
Just so very luxe and lovely. With scents like Lime Basil & Mandarin, Wood Sage & Sea Salt, Sweet Almond & Macaroon and more, these candles make a beautiful gift.

Diptique
This home collection blends classic with modern. The candle scents actually have a cult status. 

~ Fragrance ~

Armani Prive

Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb

Jo Malone London

~ Other Beauty Brands ~

You'll also find the Lancome, Clinique, Estee Lauder, La Mer,  Bobbi Brown,  Lipstick Queen and many more.

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Saturday's At Shop This: Sweetest Day

{ Via: A Thing Created }

It's National Sweetest Day.  At first blush it seems like just another Hallmark Holiday. But if you think about it, a day that is meant for doing small things in a great way, is not a bad thing. A little treat, a handmade card, a show of support, any of this will go a long way to making someone feel loved, appreciated, cherished, and cared for.  As my Mom often said, " Oh just be sweet," So with this in mind, I have some sweet links for you.

First of all, can we talk about the sweet illustrations above? They are one of my favorite finds on Etsy. The Shop is called "A Thing Created." Her fabulous and feminine illustrations can be found on stationery, cards, art prints, and wrapping paper. I think you will agree that this is one talented artist. Best yet, her things are adorable and affordable.
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An opportunity to be sweet today. I love the wellness articles on GOOP. There's a particularly good one today entitled: One in Three Older Americans Is Lonely. Here's What Can Help. Give it a read, then act. We all will be an older American, if we are lucky, sooner or later
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The act of cooking for someone...a loved one......an ill friend......a neighbor.... is a sweet act of love. Head to Shop This and reread the Foodie Friday Post: "Fall Baking." Try out a recipe today, and share it with someone.
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The Mala Collective: These beautiful pieces are a sartorial reminder to be kind to yourself and others. What gorgeous gifts for the person who wishes to live a life of mindful intentions. Each design is crafted with Mother Earth-approved ingredients - think ethically sourced gemstones and locally grown seeds - ensuring that your malas that will last for years to come.
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Leather Love: I hear that these are fabulous. 
Ordered some today. 
Weiman 91 30CT Leather Wipes 
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The Sweetest Things: If you are looking to gift a child or baby and want simple but very fine things. Maisonette is the place to start. Their kids collections have often been featured in Vogue, the Wall Street Journal and more.  I know that you won't be disappointed.
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Halloween Candy For Adults: Taking "Sweetest Day" literally....and with Halloween creeping near, you'll want to treat a grownup ghoul with some cocktail candy from Sugarfina. Think ~ Tito's American Mule Bears, Cuba Libre Squares, Dark Chocolate Bourbon Bears, and more. Trust me...these are a treat! 
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The Power of Positivity: Maybe you know someone going through a hard time...even yourself.....why not find one of these thoughtful and mindful quotes and send it to them today? I have collected over 500 cheerful looking quotes on one of my Pinterest Boards. I think that you will find them quite uplifting. 
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We all know that Neiman Marcus has everything material that one could want. But did you know that they actually have a heart, too? Since 2013, the Heart of Neiman Marcus has been helping provide enriching arts experiences to youth. Click here to see how they are giving back. Now that's sweet!
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I hope that you have a super sweet day.....the kind with sprinkles on top! 

XOXOX

Deb

Foodie Friday: Fall Baking Recipes & Cooks' Tools

{Via: Inslee }

With pumpkins and apples all ripe for the picking, fall is a perfect time to make some sweet desserts. This will not be the easiest post for me to put together. You see, I love with a capital "L" baking. I mean the sweet sound of the mixer, the licking of the bowl, and all of that sugar....who doesn't love to bake? Problem is, in an effort to be a little healthier, I gave up sugar ten days ago. So I won't actually make one of these recipes until Thanksgiving. But do try them and report back to me every gooey detail, please!

HERE: 22 Tasty Treats & Tools

Apple Galette with Tahini Frangipane & Honey-Hibiscus Glaze

Here is a reason to go apple picking this weekend. As beautiful as this dish is, its' real superpower is tahini frangipane. Sounds delish!

Food52

Milk Chocolate Stuffed Jack O' Lantern Cookies

Make these for your kiddos school Halloween Party. They will surely move to the head of the class. Amazon has the cookie cutters and if you are a Prime member, 

you can get them in one day.

Half Baked Harvest

CookieBox

This is the Cookie Jar 2.0 There are so many reasons to purchase this box. It can be your at home storage for store bought or homemade cookies. It is the perfect traveling companion for those baked cookies. And what a beautiful gift for the baker!

Food52

 Pumpkin Coffee Cake with Brown Sugar-Pecan Streusel

They say this is lighter than it looks. All I am thinking about is that thick crunchy layer of brown sugar and pecan streusel. 

Brunch anyone?

Williams Sonoma

Peugeot 19006 Nutmeg Mill

What a fabulous find! I have scraped my knuckles trying to grate the must have Fall spice. Not only does it grate like a whiz, but it stores the nutmeg, too.

Amazon

Mini Chocolate Chip Cookie Pumpkin Cheesecake

That title is a mouth full!  The presentation is precious, don't you think? Here's what they are: Chocolate chip cookies topped with pumpkin spice cheesecake – topped with whipped cream and crisp cookie crumbs.

 Enough said. 

Joy The Baker

KitchenAid 9-speed Digital Hand Mixer w/ Wire Whisk & Blender Rod

I need a new one. And this sale item seems to have everything I want, including free shipping and easy pay. Not to mention in comes in ten colors. But if you are looking for a free standing mixer, QVC has those, too, with fabulous prices. Take a look!

QVC

Chocolate Pumpkin Cake

I couldn't say this better: "This utterly unforgettable autumn cake layers moist chocolate-pumpkin cake, luscious milk chocolate ganache and fluffy pumpkin-spice

 whipped cream." Oh Yum!

Midwest Living

Salted Apple Pretzel Pie

Now isn't this unique? A beer infused pretzel dough is used instead of the traditional pie dough. What a fun twist on a classic recipe.

Epicurious

Annoyingly Addicting Bourbon 

Apple Fritters

You have no idea what the "Shop This" team could do with this platter of gracious goodness. I think I will test them out for Thanksgiving breakfast. There are a good number of steps, but I am sure that the outcome is well worth the effort.

Broma Bakery

Williams Sonoma Copper 

Goldtouch® Nonstick 

How good looking are these baking essentials? My own need replacing, and any piece from this line would make me very happy. Plus, save 20% this weekend & get 

Free Shipping with Code: FALL

Williams Sonoma

Caramel Apple Mug Cake

Have you ever made a mug cake? It's instant gratification for a sweet tooth that needs some sugar. You use your own pantry ingredients and bake it up in the microwave. It's silly easy but really hits the spot.

Foxes Love Lemons

Spiced Apple Bread

If you aren't a from scratch baker, this set was made for you. The bread mix is said to be super easy to make, and how beautiful is the end result with the Nordic Ware Loaf pan? A cute gift to send, to a college coed, too. Get free shipping with the code: FREESHIP

Williams Sonoma

Pumpkin Scones with Maple Glaze

Gluten Free & Vegan

Said to be a Starbucks copy cat recipe. I have never had theirs, but these look scrumptious. They bake in 12 minutes, so breakfast can be ready in no time!

Heather Christo

Leaf Pie Crust Cutters

Ever wonder how those over the top pie crusts get their look? Artistic creations can be yours with this cutter set. Now on sale just in time for Fall Baking.

Sur La Table

Caramel Apple Pie

In my view, all apple pies need a caramel sauce. The recipe calls for a jarred sauce. It is so easy to make, I urge you to make your own.

Foodie Crush

Maple-Bourbon Banana Pudding Cake

This recipe had me at Bourbon. There's just something about adding booze to any dish that gives it a depth of flavor, that I love. "While this delicious, simple cake bakes, a sweet, rich sauce forms in the bottom of the dish."

Food and Wine

Specialty Sugar

Smoky sugar? Sounds fabulous! Oh the things you can do with it. Think dry rubs for grilling, rimming a Fall cocktail glass, or as a finishing sugar for pies, cakes, 

cookies and more.

Mouth.com

Mini Apple Cider Pound Cakes

The perfect thing to eat with a hot buttered rum! To me this recipe is all about the glazes. It is suggested that you make three: Streusel Topping, Bourbon Glaze, and 

Lemon-Sugar Glaze. Yes please!

My Recipes

Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake

We almost always have a pumpkin cheesecake on our Thanksgiving table. You get all of the pumpkin pie spices and even more richness than your basic pie. 

Sally's Baking Addiction

Cobbled Stoneware Cake Stand

Your homemade cake deserves a proper home, after all of your hard work. Even bakery cakes can look better standing tall on one of these. The colors are made for the modern kitchen.

Food52

Maple Pecan Pie Bars

The magic is in the shortbread  crust here. And it's said that these bars are easier than pie!!

American Heritage Cooking

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