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Come to Kiehl’s LifeRide for amfAR Wrap Party This Weekend at Fashion Valley!

Kiehl’s is having a wonderful event tomorrow to support the final stretch of LifeRide for amfAR, which is their philanthropic collaboration to ride across the US to raise funds and awareness for AIDS research. This two-week motorcycle ride culminates right here in San Diego at the Kiehl’s location in Fashion Valley from 12pm-1pm. There will be bites and sips courtesy of Soda & Swine and Juice Saves, and you can also meet all the riders!

I’ve always known about Kiehl’s and their wonderful products, but got a chance to know Kiehl’s a little better recently by trying some of their more popular ones. In reading up on their history, I had no idea they started out as a pharmacy back in 1851! That alone lets me know they’re experts in understanding what’s best for my skin and how to take care of it. My immediate favorites were the Ultra Facial Cream and Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado. Both are rich and creamy, so you don’t need much to get what you need out of the product, and my skin just drank it up! My next favorite was their Lip Balm #1. I have incredibly dry lips that are constantly peeling, especially in summer weather. My lips stayed soft and didn’t peel at all the entire day!

My next on the list to try will be the Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate and the Super Fluid UV Defense Sunscreen. I’ll definitely be using the sunscreen at this weekend’s event, as we know it’s going to be a hot one here in San Diego. It’s +50 SPF, so I know I’m going to get the protection I want!

I’m excited for Kiehl’s event with amfAR tomorrow! Be sure to follow along on my Instagram (@any2ndnow) for all the fun, and you can join the conversation by using #LifeRide6. Additionally, Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic and founder of San Diego Style Bloggers will also be on site to cover the celebratory festivities, so please come on by. Cheers!

FTC Disclosure: I received product and was asked to review the product in return. Although I did receive product, the opinions in this post are strictly my own.

(All photos taken by me, except for the flier which was courtesy of Kiehl’s.)

Girls Night Out with Sassy City Chicks August 12!

(I posted this on San Diego Style Bloggers, and wanted to post it here as well, since it’s this Wednesday!)

Looking for something to do on Wednesday night with your girls? Check out Sassy City Chicks Girls Night Out event on August 12, 2015. Here’s the best part: we have 25 tickets to give away! It’s first come, first served so follow these instructions below to get your complimentary ticket!

Redeem a ticket by using the code SHOPSD

Visit www.sassycitychicks.com

Click on the SAN DIEGO button and enter the code.

A complimentary ticket option will then appear!

When:

August 12, 2015

6pm-10pm

Where:

Parq Restaurant & Nightclub

615 Broadway

San Diego, CA 92101

Fun & Affordable Glasses at Firmoo.com

With spectacles firmly cemented as part of my style, I’ve been trying to mix-up my glasses game. I have several pairs that are solid, so it’s always fun to try glasses with patterns, outside of the uber-classic tortoise. I recently checked out Firmoo.com and without even trying, I found this fantastic pair of spectacles in an interesting black, white and red pattern (style #F048) through their great search feature, which allows filtering by material, gender, frame type & shape, by color and even by pattern.

Before I made my final decision, I checked out all of the specs and compared the measurements to other glasses I already own. I then used Firmoo’s virtual try on to ensure the glasses would actually fit the shape of my face. I was so happy to see that these glasses would be a perfect addition to my collection! I then uploaded my prescription (along with PD, which is the Pupillary Distance) and placed my order. A couple of weeks later, I received my fab new glasses, which I wore recently to the Spandau Ballet concert at Humphreys By The Bay. They are light but sturdy, and arrived with hard & soft glasses cases, a lens cleaning cloth and mini-screwdriver. Also, your eyes do not deceive you: my glasses with prescription single-vision lenses were just $36! They constantly have new styles added in their “New Arrivals” section, and they also have a coupon code page where new customers can get great deals sitewide. I love my new glasses and I highly recommend Firmoo.com to purchase fun yet affordable prescription glasses!

FTC Disclosure: I received product and was asked to review the product in return. Although I did receive product, the opinions in this post are strictly my own.

Nail Art: Stamp Collecting

I made my first attempt at serious nail stamping. I’ve actually acquired several nail stamping discs over the last couple of years, played with the discs a bit, but that was the extent of it. Recently, I received some really cute nail stamping discs from Born Pretty with British and French travel themes, so I wanted to try them out.

I really just jumped right in without thinking about placement, or knowing any kind of technique, which is why they look like a bad photocopy! Since my first attempt was not what I had hoped, I went on You Tube and found several tutorials and new techniques to try out, which actually made the stamp art look like nail wraps. I guess this means I’ll need better stampers to make this work. I’ll definitely post pictures of my new and improved nail stamping art!

Also, I tried another fantastic product from Kiss, which I got for a steal at CVS with a coupon. I really like the Kiss 100 Tips Curve Overlap nail tips because they are easy to cut & file to the size and shape that I want. The glue provided is very strong, and I’m currently using the Real Life Brush On nail kit by Broadway nails to smooth out the nail tip. But soon, I’ll move to Kiss’ acrylic fill kit for a more even surface (all the products I mentioned are available at BeJour.com).

Just a reminder: if you like the Born Pretty nail stamps you see here, or if you are going to make a purchase from their site, Born Pretty has given Any Second Now readers a 10% discount by using CGG10 at check out. Cheers!

FTC Disclosure: I received product and was asked to review the product in return. Although I did receive product, the opinions in this post are strictly my own.

(Kiss 100 Tips Curve Overlap picture courtesy of BeJour)

Review: My First Corset!

The only times I’ve ever worn a corset was when I was in Shakespearean plays in high school and the costume called for it, or underneath my wedding dress. I have not yet worn a corset as a fashion piece that I could incorporate into my wardrobe, although I’ve always wanted to! So when I was contacted by the folks at CorsetDeal.com to try one out for myself, I thought it was a great opportunity to style one, and to understand the whole “waist-training” movement. I’m not sure that I will actually go that route, but I do love the way a corset looks, especially since I’m quite attracted to the gothic and steampunk looks of shows like Penny Dreadful.

I’ll be sure to post how I styled the awesome corset and boots I received from CorsetDeal.com. But if you are interested in learning more about waist training, check out the article they provided below. Cheers!

“Celebrities Who Wear Corsets

Have you ever considered sporting a corset to achieve a slimmer shape, but weren’t quite sure whether corsets were officially back in style? If so, wonder no longer. The waist-training movement, made possible with comfortable, steel-boned overbust and underbust corsets, is moving forward full-steam ahead. Not only are women around the world just like you leveraging the power of the waist training corset to achieve longer-lasting results, but celebrities are, too!

Which celebs have been spotted embracing the waist training corset?

Kim Kardashian

Kim has been an unabashed advocate of the waist-training corset, as her Instagram account will attest! Kim frequently wears underbust waist training corsets both atop and underneath ensembles to give her figure that extra advantage. By all accounts, it seems to be working!

Jessica Alba

Few would guess just by looking at Jessica Alba that this actress is actually a mother of two. Her slim physique and tapered waist gives nothing away, thanks in part to the help of waist training corsets. Corsets are not only helping women accentuate the figure they already have, but are helping them regain core toning that can be lost after pregnancy.

Lily James

Lily James, star of the 2015 movie Cinderella, also achieved her incredibly small waist with the assistance of a corset. The actress noted in an interview that while her waist is naturally small, it was only with a corset that she was able to create that now infamous tapered waist while in Cinderella’s ball gown.

Beyoncé

Even the reigning Queen of, well, Everything is rumored to get a little help from shapewear like waist training corsets. Beyoncé has frequently worn costumes that involve corsets while performing on stage, but it’s believed that she also is a fan of the corset offstage, too. Like Kim, if her Instagram photos are any indication, the corsets are doing their job!

Emma Watson

Yes, even Emma Watson has been spotted in a corset. While Emma’s corset ensemble appears to be more of a fashion choice than an attempt to train her waist, she still raises an important fact: corsets are fashionable! Thus, even if waist-training isn’t on your list of priorities, the corset is still worth considering for its fashion potential.

Ready to experience a waist training corset for yourself? Follow us to shop for corsets and learn more about their benefits!”

FTC Disclosure: I received product and was asked to review the product in return. Although I did receive product, the opinions in this post are strictly my own.

ASICS Opens at Carlsbad Premium Outlets!

A quick post to tell you all about a great offer to take advantage of over the weekend at Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Cheers and have a great weekend!

“ASICS will open a nearly 3,000 square-foot store between Banana Republic and Calvin Klein.

Committed to developing the most advanced athletic products in the world, ASICS will celebrate their grand opening with special offers. From July 23 to 26, shoppers who spend $50 will receive $10 off. If they spend $100, they will receive $25 off, and shoppers who spend $150 will receive $35 off.

ASICS is an acronym derived from the Latin phrase, Anima Sana In Corpore Sano – a sound mind in a sound body. The store specializes in athletic shoes, apparel and accessories.”

For more up-to-date news and events, follow Carlsbad Premium Outlets online at twitter.com/CarlsbadPO and facebook.com/carlsbadpremiumoutlets.

Review: Cappelli Straworld Pack-A-Hat!

Happy 4th of July weekend! I’m currently creating an extended post about my trip to Santa Barbara with my good friend, Angi, because it involves great company, great food and Martin Gore (there’s a bit of a preview in the collage below)! In the meantime, I got the chance to test drive a great hat from Cappelli Straworld called the Pack-A-Hat on the way back down from Santa Barbara, in Old Town Camarillo. We were at an outdoor café having brunch, so it was a perfect time to wear this multipurpose, portable hat. With the weather warming up significantly, I’m always looking for ways to minimize exposure to the sun while I’m out enjoying travelling with friends and family. The Pack-A-Hat is rated at a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) of 50+ which gives me the confidence that I can get the appropriate protection. I also love the convenience of it folding into a cute little clutch that I can stow away in my tote bag!

Click the image above if you would like to purchase your own Pack-A-Hat!

FTC Disclosure: I received product and was asked to review the product in return. Although I did receive product, the opinions in this post are strictly my own.

Poshmark’s San Diego #PoshParty 2015!

Earlier this week, I posted that I went to two events in one evening, and this was the best way to close that night! A couple of years ago on my birthday, I attended my first #PoshParty given by Poshmark (original post here). If you are unfamiliar with Poshmark, it is an app where you can buy and sell fashion: either find people you share similar styles with and shop their closets, or sell from your very own closet! A lot of my blogger friends are on Poshmark, and three of them hosted this year’s party at the W Hotel Rooftop West: Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic, Vanessa of Vanessa Balli and Esmirna of Platforms for Breakfast.

When I attended Poshmark’s first party in San Diego, I was still getting to know my fellow bloggers and the San Diego Style Bloggers network. Since then, I’ve befriended so many of them, two who I got to know better that night: Laura of Laura Neuzeth and Alessandra of Alessandra Gonzalez. We had to commemorate the event by taking pictures together at the Pixster Photo Booth (pictures from the whole evening can be viewed at http://pixsterphotobooth.smugmug.com/Parties/Posh-Party/). I included the picture from the first PoshParty in 2013 with this year’s picture. I have to say, that I love them both together because it shows how much we’ve grown as friends! Check out more pictures from the evening below, including few words from Poshmark’s Founder and CEO, Manish Chandra. Congratulations to Poshmark and I cannot wait until the next #PoshParty!

Founder and CEO Manish Chandra saying a few words of thanks to the hosts of the evening, to his staff and all of the Poshmark users.

A quick (and a little blurry) selfie wit Laura

I actually got to hang out with Sierra, Topshop stylist that night. She is such a sweetheart!

Not only did I hang out with one Topshop stylist, but TWO: Meet Alejandro, who works with Sierra!

I also met Mishael and her mom (who took the picture), who recognized me because she follows me on Instagram and is also a reader of this blog! It’s so awesome to meet the people who follow you because it make it all worth it! You can find her on Instagram as @_theshoo and check out her blog at The Shoo Girl!

It was also great to see Brandee J, Editor-in-Chief of Manik Magazine and Co-Host of Real Women Talk Show (photo courtesy of Bianca Vanessa)

(Check out more great pictures on Poshmark’s Facebook page and on Bianca Venessa’s blog post and Flikr page!)

Aren’t these photos from the Pixster Photo Booth just too fun?!

Kendall + Kylie for Topshop

Earlier this month, I got the chance to see the Kendall + Kylie for Topshop collection in a private setting with sips and sweets at Topshop in Fashion Valley, thanks to stylist Sierra! Although I couldn’t purchase anything (see why with my post here), it was fun to see the collection and try on that really great romper. Maybe my hubby will be sweet and buy it for me? Here’s hoping!

Caught in the background: You can see me, Dominic and my hubby’s arm!

Dominic, patiently waiting (my hubby behind me in this picture)…

That romper. So. Want. It!

Loved it even better on…and yes, the shoes and hat are also Topshop, previous purchases of course!

Socks & Sunnies: SPY x RicherPoorer

At the end of May, I was invited to preview an awesome collaboration between two great California companies: Spy Optic and RicherPoorer. Spy Optic was founded in 1994 and is the largest independent eyewear brand in the US, celebrating their 21st year in business this year. Their principal product is sunglasses, goggles and prescription frames, with it’s main headquarters based out of Carlsbad. RicherPoorer is a company out of San Juan Capistrano, and their main product are socks for men, women and childern (performance and fashion) in addition to men’s underwear. Their collaboration features Spy Optics Trancas and RicherPoorer socks in a fun polka-dot print.

“One of the things we often talk about here at Richer Poorer is elevating everyday products through quality and design, so having the opportunity to partner with a company like SPY who has a similar vision was a lot of fun,” says Tim Morse, President of Richer Poorer. “Like socks, sunglasses tell the story of your personality and mood. We’re happy to have partnered with SPY to create a piece that’s notonly fun and distinct aesthetically, but delivers on quality in every way.”

The launch party was held at Spy Optic’s Happy Camp, which is a fantastic combination of retail and entertainment space. Walking inside, you see the store front with all of their Spy products, ranging from sunglasses, goggles and prescription glasses to clothing and headphones. Further back, is a space suitable for dinner entertaining with tables and chairs, in addition to enclaves with sitting areas. The most impressive area is the back lot, which could easily house a small concert or festival, with a stage area and bleachers!

Spy Happy Camp!

I. Want. These. GLASSES! The top pair is my absolute favorite, which are the Mona in Fuchsia Sunset. They are amazing in person.

DJ Tony Larson, spinning VINYL, kids!

Look who I rant into, Matt and Raul from Ironsmith Coffee, who provided hot beverages for the night! I first met them at the Caffeine Crawl (post here).

A selfie with Vince, Brand Manager for RicherPoorer…sort of?

Awesome gifts from the party. I just love how happy everything is! Thank you Bill & Holly of Remedy Communications, Spy Optic and RicherPoorer for inviting me!

Edited to add that I wore the Spy Optic x Richer Poorer Trancas to the San Diego County Fair this weekend, and I love the Happy Lenses (it’s pictured above with my Bag Junki global clutch/crossbody)! An outfit post will be coming soon!

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