Sunday, April 28, 2013

RVA Fashion Week

Hey all-

If you follow me on Twitter, you've seen many tweets & retweets about RVA Fashion Week. For all you Richmonders, here's a schedule of this week's festivities:



April 28th: Kick-Off: City Skyline Trunk Show

FREE EVENT
City Skyline Trunk Show
Sitting above City Hall, this unique event takes place at the Observation Deck overlooking Richmond’s famous skyline. This event is an ultimate trunk show, presenting more than 40 vendors and participants including independent jewelry and accessory designers, local artists, restaurants, hairstylists, and more.
VENDORS INCLUDE:
Wild Wild Woman jewelry AlterNatives jewelry
Fly Rebels clothing Panache Gems & Beads jewelry
Ultra Violet Vintage jewelry Cookielee Jewelry jewelry
Glamorous Indulgence jewelry Traci Lynn Jewelry jewelry
Willow House skin care ObscurO Jewelry jewelry
Runway Couture jewelry Body Wrap Diva body wrap
Sirius Jewelry jewelry Alodeuri Jewelry & Accessories jewelry & accessories
Styledentity jewelry REVEL Style clothing
Madelyn & Ruby Jewelry Co. jewelry MA’S Mad House
ModGyrl Cosmetics cosmetics BIKE by D.O.E. jewelry
Hybernations clothing Chrisinvicta Anthony shoes & clothing
M Deihl skin care Jagar America clothing
GraceNichole jewelry Salon Vivace hair/makeup/spa services
Hair Pretty’s accessories Random by Ciera jewelry
Dirgy Clothing clothing
The Observation Deck at City Hall
3-7pm
FREE TO GUESTS

May 1st: Trina Turk @ Saks Fifth Ave, Stony Point

FREE EVENT
Trina Turk is making only one in-store public appearance this spring and it’s here in RVA. Come meet this designer, who launched her brand in 1995. Ten percent of sales throughout the store that day will be donated to help preserve the Valentine Richmond History Center’s textile and costume collection, the largest in the South.
There will be informal modeling and a beauty bar.
Wednesday, May 1
1-4pm
Location: Saks Fifth Avenue, Stony Point, 9214 Stony Point Pkwy Richmond, VA 23235
For more information, call 320-6960, ext. 5328

The Artful Wedding w/Style Me Pretty

The Artful Wedding, hosted by Richmond Bride magazine, will feature the founder and editor of the country’s most popular wedding blog, Style Me Pretty. Come hear Abby Larson share some advice, get her new book signed, see the latest looks on the runway from Bella Rosa, possibly win a grand prize and meet some of Richmond’s most innovative wedding experts.
Tickets are $15 and must be purchased in advance.
To purchase tickets, please visit: http://richmondmagazine.com
Wednesday, May 1
6:30 – 9pm
Location: VMFA, 200 N Blvd Richmond, VA 23220

May 2nd: Carytown Fashion Showcase

An Evening Affair
FREE EVENT
Guests get to experience all of their favorite boutiques of Carytown with a complete runway show set up in Cary Court, followed by access directly to those featured boutiques for purchase.
Featured boutiques include:
AlterNatives
Glass Boat
Champagne & Shoes
Pink
Fab’rik
Ciao
Lex’s of Carytown
The Phoenix
Roan
Right in the heart of Richmond’s Fashion District, a Mile of Style!
Pre-show Cocktails at Can-Can Brasserie: 5:30-7pm
Show Start: 7pm
Cocktails/Networking at Can Can immediately following the show.
Free to guests/Limited Seating

May 3rd: Designer Showcase

RVA Fashion Week’s traditional Designer Runway Show
Presenting local Richmond designers. Each up-and-coming designer will showcase their own custom line, presenting it on the runway, portraying their individual style and expression by transposing that to fashionable trends for all occasions.
Check out our featured Designers for this event.
RECENTLY ADDED:
We will also be showcasing local independent designer success lines Including 707 Fine Clothing, Ledbury & Shockoe Denim! You won’t want to miss this event!!
Plant Zero
0 E. 3rd St, Richmond, VA 23234
Doors: 7pm
Show: 8pm
$20 advance/$25 door/ $40 Front Row/ $15 Student ID

May 4th: Valentine Richmond History Center, Costume & Textile Gala
Please join us for a black tie celebration of the History Center’s World Class Costume and Textile Collection. Premier pieces from the collection will be on display during this elegant night of dinner and fellowship. To make your reservation, please call (804) 649-0711 ext. 302

For additional info, visit RVA Fashion Week's web site. Hope to see you all there!



xo,
Tiffany

Friday, April 26, 2013

Review: Suave Moroccan Infusion & One N' Only Brazilian Tech

Hey all-

It's been far too long since I've done a product review. Today I'm actually reviewing hair products...

 I've tried the new Suave Moroccan Infusion line- shampoo, conditioner, shine mask & styling oil and I am very impressed by how soft and managable my hair has been. According to Suave, "The new Moroccan Infusion line from Suave Professionals® is infused with authentic Moroccan argan oil, a lightweight miracle oil that absorbs instantly and is known to give brilliant shine and long-lasting conditioning benefits." I would definitely recommed giving this shine suite a try because not only do the products work, but they are all affordable (the styling oil was the most expensive at $6.99, but I got it on sale for $5 at Target!)



I've tried almost every keratin infused hair product out there & was shocked to find a flat iron & curling iron containing it. The line, One N' Only Brazilian Tech, is a great one to try. I purchased both irons from Sally Beauty Supply- actually, I purchased the flat iron & got the curing iron for FREE! I got them both for $69.99, which is not bad for styling products. Since using both irons, I have noticed a slight different in the texture of my locks- definitely more touchable & soft. You can also purchase conditioning & smoothing products from this line as well that are infused with keratin. I don't have any complaints thus far with either iron. At such a low price, why not give it a try?



While I am unsure of which set of products to give credit to for transforming my hair into touchable goodness, I would recommend giving both Suave & One N' Only a try.

Have you tried any new hair products recently that you think we should all try?!

xo,
Tiffany