August 19, 2010
From EndlessBeauty.com this month:
- Join EndlessBeauty.com in the Give Health Clean Water Blogivation by voting on AND sharing this blog post: http://bit.ly/b6opDb
- Alcohol can be good for you … Elvis Month includes tips like How to Drink Smart, with a calories-in-alcohol chart
So there you have it, kids. Good stuff from everyone’s favorite health and beauty website!!
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June 16, 2010
[Update: Addie, who knows all the food news in town, kindly posted that Uchiko will officially open on July 5]
From Uchiko’s blog on Sunday:
“We’ve been in the Uchiko space for 3 days now, and my what a lovely space and kitchen it is! Training and tasting staff like mad and on schedule to do staff of staff mock service today and tomorrow and start invite tastings to the public on wednesday. So glad we scheduled this time to get things as close to right as we can before opening.”
I read Tolly’s great interview with Paul Qui, new exec chef at Uchiko, and was so jealous of her getting to sample his creative dishes, and so curious as to when Uchiko would open … looks like today(ish). I’m definitely going to have to stop by when I’m back in town! I mean, look at some of the pics they posted!
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June 10, 2010
Mama and I have long experimented with finding a good nails place — a place that was cheap but not dirty, easy to get in to but not scarily empty, and produced a decent mani & pedi. When we found Embellish (a post from before I’d even had a mani there), we were pretty much done with our search. But when we wanted to get our nails done on a Sunday, we had to start anew.
Good thing mama wanted to be a detective in a prior life, between the Enso Nails mixup and the joint being listed as an electronics shop on yelp, I don’t know how she did it, but we found Crystal Nails at 5501 N Lamar. We made an appointment for 3pm and proceeded to spend TWO HOURS at the shop, getting massaged, scrubbed, filed, trimmed, lotioned, and polished. We were seated immediately and the two women working with us spent tons of time on everything. They were meticulous. My technician, Nahn, even wore gloves.
Maybe the best part? The deluxe mani-pedi combo was a cool $45. SO WORTH IT. My toes have so far survived a run and a soccer game in perfect condition, and my fingernails have chipped a little, but no more than you’d expect. Mama was bummed about a lack of luster on her buff (she forgoes polish on her fingertips) and her technician may have scrubbed too hard at her heel (there’s an obvious crack), but otherwise she’s happy too.
I’d point you to a website, but, well … give ‘em a call 512.454.2875
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June 3, 2010
Deals sites, sample sales, flash sales, designer sales … it’s all about getting the limited-edition hot deal these days. Below I’ll list the companies I have invites to if you want to join, but first, some nerding-out business news about these sites.
According to WWD, the leading four members-only shopping sites are HauteLook, RueLaLa, Gilt Groupe, and ideeli. Today, HauteLook reveals that they are receiving $31 million in a third round of funding led by Insight Venture Partners, bringing total funding to $41 million (Gilt Groupe has raised $83 million in funding). The company launched in 2007 and became profitable earlier this year. It does not buy inventory, but has 175 employees (2 of which are recent hires in Arthur Lewis, former SVP of adult merchandising for Old Navy, and Tim Lewis of Neiman Marcus) and more than 2.5 million members.
ideeli also has around 2.5 million members (it has more than doubled from one million base in December ’09), largely from households with an annual income of upward of $100,000. They have 100 employees and expect to surpass $150 million in revenue this year.
Envite.com is the most recent one I’ve signed up for, and it aims to stand out by shipping items within 24 hours.
There’s also the site for wine, which, if I had more money, I’d buy and never have to the leave the house. Winery Insider.
Invite to Hautelook
Invite to RueLaLa
Invite to Gilt Groupe
Invite to ideeli
Beyond the Rack: enter code NLA09083B57 at Registration
Invite to Billion Dollar Babes
Invite to Envite.com
[UPDATE] Here’s a link to join Daily Candy’s Swirl!
The flash sales trend is crazy … beyond shopping for clothes, accessories, and other luxury gear, there are tons of companies doing it by city, with restaurants, salons, and adventures like whitewater rafting. Even Aspen is getting in on the action with a mobile coupon that texts you a deal once a week! Aspen Deals
Groupon and Living Social are the big dogs, with deals in Austin, Denver, and more. In Austin-only sites, there’s Adealio and Localiter.
If you know more I haven’t heard of, post in the comments!!
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May 27, 2010
Johanna Esper Beauty, part of the Daisical Industries Grand Opening Party this Saturday, May 29. Noon – 10p.
Everyone knows how much I love Johanna–well, join her in celebrating the grand opening of her new space, and receive a special discount coupon to use at your next appointment!
Daisical Industries is a cooperative comprised of Coco Coquette wigs and makeup, Esther Bangs Vintage Threads, and hair designers Charlotte Belle and Johanna Esper. The grand opening party, inspired by the colors and rhythms of 1960s Brazil, will feature local DJs and 10% off all merchandise. After 6p, Rio’s Brazilian Café brings the spice, while Dj Sue raises the roof, and Brazilian-inspired burlesque dancers heat up the dance floor. Complimentary libations served throughout.
Daisical industries was founded to create a welcoming, nurturing, and encouraging co-working space that offers goods and services that inspire the collaborators within as well as its customers, to re-imagine, reinvent, and reinvigorate themselves.
Where it’s at: 2109 East Cesar Chavez. For map to location please see johannaesperbeauty.com.
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April 28, 2010
I hear Gibson is the new place to be …
With superstar bar-ier (restaurant has restauranteur, finance has financier, what do bars have? bar-ier? bareur?) Matt Luckie at the helm, South Lamar’s Gibson is already a hotspot, in part because its Trailer addition serves some of the most decadent, unhealthy fare you could possibly imagine.
Texas Culinary Academy graduate and former Parkside line cook Chef Johnny Gross has put a unique spin on many American classics, including:
- Tater Sticks: Fresh, hand-cut Idaho Russet, buttermilk battered and seasoned served with trailer sauce
- The Trailer Burger: 1/4-pound burger seared to perfection, topped with crispy bacon, Swiss & American cheese, sandwiched between a Round Rock world famous donut (really?!)
- The Loaded Baked Potato Dog: All-beef hot dog split, wrapped in bacon & a crisp slice of an Idaho Russet, topped with our signature queso, sour cream & chives
- The BBQ Ranch Salad: Avocado, tomato, grilled corn, black beans, cucumber & mixed greens, tossed in our homemade bbq ranch dressing
Now, you guys know I eat the healthy, so there’s almost no way I’d recommend eating this, like I personally haven’t tried Gourdough’s because I couldn’t do it to myself, and you shouldn’t either. BUT, I respect the creativity and adventure of this menu, if not the complete disregard for health and #realfood. Eat sparingly. Or go just for drinks (because booze is healthy?), as they’ve got all sorts of special boozin’ events:
- Happy Hour is Sun-Wed 4-9pm and Thurs-Sat 4-7pm
- Wine tasting every Wednesday from 7-9 pm
- Champagne tasting takes place every Thursday from 7-9 pm w/ complimentary cheese, strawberries, and chocolates and a free t-shirt
Mr. Matt Luckie says, “Gibson has a cool look and feel and is a great place for people to hang out for happy hour or a casual night out.”
1109 South Lamar / 512.386.1345 / gibsonaustin.com
Hours: Daily 4pm-2am
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April 20, 2010
Going to be one smokin’ hot party, Seaholm is gonna be decked out like you’ve never seen it decked out before, and the freakin’ Donnas are playing. Snag a ticket, $24 in advance: http://www.endlessbeauty.com/launch-party
How to Win Tix:
At the launch party, there’s gonna be an awesome Beauty Wall with pictures of people talking about what beauty means to them.
1 entry: Leave me a comment telling me what beauty means to you.
Triple entries (3): send a pic of yourself to thisislifeinaustin@gmail.com AND tell me what beauty means to you in the comments. (Swear, if any of you send me penis pictures … I will send you a picture of poop. Hot, steaming, poop.)
Beauty pictures and comments can and will probably be used at the event.
Post by FRIDAY AT NOON! Winner announced Friday afternoon! (ha)
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February 8, 2010
I love Trisha. She pads out of a back room in cute sweatpants and a vintage tee and says, “Ready?” It’s time for my first facial (this one wasn’t that good) at Skin by Ann Webb, a place I’ve grown to love as I’ve gone for some laser hair removal on the recommendation of not one but two friends (likewise, I highly, highly recommend it, ladies. Trisha is very efficient). Coincidentally, I also won a gift certificate at Fight Gone Bad in September and finally remembered to use it on this:
New Client Customized Facial - 65
We know that each person is unique, and spending time getting to know your skin is our first priority. Once we understand your skin care goals, a program is put together that is right for you. We have specialized treatments to deal with acneic, aging, dry, sensitive, or hormonally imbalanced skin. Each treatment will include enzymes and fruit acids to exfoliate or hydrate your skin. Cold therapy and an oxygen treatment follow to calm, heal, and rebuild your skin. You’ll leave feeling fresh, energized, and with that signature “Ann Webb” glow.
People, I am GLOWING. Shiny, happy face. It was completely and totally relaxing–well, except when she put some acid stuff on me which I’m sure was really good for me but stung like the dickens, but even then Tricia took the sting out with an oxygen machine blowing on my face. Love!
Once you’ve had your first facial, repeats are only $45.
In summary, even if you aren’t a girly-girl, go see Trisha Lewis at Skin by Ann Webb. Your face will be smooth and pretty afterward! (or your, um, other areas should you choose to get lasered…)
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October 27, 2009
Lovin’ this: all-ladies Happy Hour to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Wednesday from 6 – 8 pm at The Belmont
Organized and sponsored by local women-run businesses, the night will feature Sugar Mama’s pink cupcakes (you know they’re my fave), Cornucopia’s pink popcorn, Tito’s pink cocktails, & Milk + Honey Spa manicures (with different shades of pink nail polish to choose from!).
Simply donate $20 to the race page or bring $20 cash to the party.
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October 22, 2009
Simon Trends & Friends Weekend Kick Off @ Barton Creek Square
Barton Creek Mall is hosting a whole weekend of Trends & Friends that kicks off with a happy hour fashion show with Abuelo’s Mexican Food Embassy providing light bites and libations on the house (mall?)!
Check out the latest beauty trends at the style stops and top off your evening with a runway fashion show beginning at 7pm. The new giant, amazing, ridiculous Forever 21 will be in the show along with Lucky Brand Jeans, Banana Republic, Macy’s, & others. And I hear that UT’s Fashion Group will be showing select designs in the closing show …
Friday, October 23rd, 2009, 5:30 – 8:30pm
Barton Creek Square, Macy’s Court
2901 Capital of Texas Highway
Austin, Tx 78746
http://www.pingg.com/rsvp/56vj54nq3izystqqy
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