Hollywood Boulevard is not exactly a known for its great shopping. Its more like a tourist trap that I try to avoid at all costs. Sure they have some decent stores but nothing special enough to get me onto the dreaded Boulevard. Until today … Because a brand spanking new Marshalls just opened up on…
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posted on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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A big part of my job is shopping. Yeah, I know, life is so hard. But seriously it is kind of hard. Shopping for clients isn’t at all like shopping for yourself. For example instead of hitting two or three stores in one day, I hit 10-15. I have to think about what the clients…
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posted on Friday, July 11th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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To some, shopping sounds like its all fun and games but to others its nothing short of a freaking nightmare! I love shopping (so much that I do it for a living) but sometimes even I want to poke my own eyes out during a shopping trip. I’ve come up with 5 major (and avoidable)…
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posted on Friday, May 16th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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With excessive shopping comes a great deal of guilt. “Did I really need another pair shoes??” You probably didn’t but they made you happy so who cares. There is also another type of shopping that I like to call guilt-free shopping. These large purchases might make your stomach turn (that much for a bag?!) but…
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posted on Monday, May 12th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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Let me start by saying this – I’m a shoe girl through and through but I enjoy and see the necessity for a great looking and functional bag. I have a decent little collection but with functionality in mind, I still have a little ways to go. I’ve come up with 5 essential bags that…
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posted on Saturday, April 19th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides, Style How-To's
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I want to buy new stuff ALL the time but my bank account seems to think that’s not such a great idea. When I do shop for myself and for my clients, I try my best to save some money. I’ve got 9 tips that will help you save money while you shop. Schedule Your…
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posted on Friday, March 7th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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Finding an amazing classic designer bag on sale is like spotting a zebra in the grocery store – your chances are slim to none. However I have some secret stylists tips for finding these magical bags for less. Outlets Don’t hate on an outlet mall! Higher end outlets malls are a treasure trove for discount…
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posted on Thursday, February 20th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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Tech gifts are always a hit come gift-giving season. I mean who doesn’t love a useful gift? Make it stylish and then you are total gold. Here are a few of my favorites, ones that I wouldn’t mind seeing under the tree. Alexander Wang for Beats by Dre -Everyone knows that Beats by Dre makes…
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posted on Wednesday, December 11th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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Secret Santa is supposed to be fun but it often is a major stress-fest. Trying to come up with the perfect gift is no easy task. Lucky for you, you can save that stress for another day because I’ve got some sure to please gift ideas for your next Secret Santa gift exchange. Candles //…
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posted on Tuesday, December 10th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Shopping Guides
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I recently rediscovered the store ULTA Beauty. For some foolish reason I hadn’t been in years. I suppose I forgot what a magical place ULTA is. It’s pure magic, actually. If you’ve never been, ULTA is like the best of both beauty worlds – high end beauty meets low end beauty. This convenient combination makes…
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posted on Monday, December 9th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Hair and Beauty, Shopping Guides
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