I hope you had a wonderful Labor Day weekend!  Now that the Summer is over, I'm happy to announce that the Advice Sisters What Works Fall 2010 column is up at http://www.advicesisters.net/whatworkscol3.html In case you were vacationing or out of the office when I sent my last email about the draft, here's some info I hope you will take a moment to read:

New Format:     Now that I am reviewing so many products on the advicesisters blog and am writing for the Examiner.com as the "NY Cosmetics Reporter" and The National Luxury Lifestyles Reporter it just makes sense to streamline the What Works column.  The new format offers a brief introduction to each product with a photo, and the option to click through to learn more about a specific product. At each product review, readers get a comprehensive description, full review,  more photos, and price and purchasing information.  With so many people consulting the web on smart phones and on the run, this is a more efficient, user-friendly approach.  Also, since most everything I write for the AdviceSisters Blog and Examiner.com is instantly linked to an audience of more than 3,800+ people on the AdviceSisters Blog Feed, FaceBook, Twitter, MySpace, LinkedIn and the Fashion & Style Widget of the Widgetbox Network, as well as regular readers, a short format makes it easy for regular followers to find what they might have missed.

What do you think of the new What Works fomat?  Please leave your comments here


Alison Blackman (aka.  "Advice Sister Alison"), Publisher/Writer-AdviceSisters Publications
August 2010: I'm now reporting for the Examiner.com as the "NY Cosmetics Reporter" http://www.examiner.com/x-51818-NY-Cosmetics-Examiner & National Luxury Lifestyle Reporter: http://www.examiner.com/x-63472-Luxury-Lifestyle-Examiner
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Tuesday, September 07, 2010
CBS.com’s Live Webcast of Fashion’s Night Out: The Show with Gisele, Naomi, Adriana, and Andre Leon Talley on the Advice Sisters Blog,

Please join me TONIGHT Tuesday, September 7th at 5pm ET/ 2pm PT to view  teaser clips of CBS.com’s Live Webcast of Fashion’s Night Out: The Show with Gisele, Naomi, Adriana, and Andre Leon Talley,  Then, at 7pm ET/ the actual CBS Special on Fashion’s Night Out will run, right here on the Advice Sisters Blog. This viewer will become active just around 5pm so please come back and check out the action, courtesy of CBS and the Advice Sisters (you don't even need to dress up--just come to your computer, as you are! Here is the viewer--please come back and watch!

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Starting today until Saturday, Cover FX will be placing treasure boxes throughout selected cities across the US. Fan Cover FX on Facebook to learn specific clues and locations on where you can find the hidden treasures in a city near you. All packages include the new Eye Prep FX, and some lucky winners may receive gift cards up to $100 for Sephora!  Let the games begin! http://www.facebook.com/CoverFX

Millions of people are turning away from television and hitting the web to entertain themselves with video content from huge media moguls to everyday Joe’s with homemade videos.  To ignite inspiration in content creation, Panasonic has just launched its “Shoot It. Share It.” video contest, encouraging all artistic minds to create unique video masterpieces as well as showcase innovative ways to use Panasonic cameras.
 
This is a chance to win amazing prizes from Panasonic, such as professional camera packages valued anywhere from $350 to over $12,000 and opportunities with six high profile sponsors/judges who can help take YOU and YOUR VISION to the next level.

Here's the link to a very entertaining video explaining the contest:  www.magicbulletmedia.com/MNR/shootitshareit.

For the month of September, you have a chance to win 1 of 4 amazing Pureology Conditioner samples!

The Advice Sisters LOVE Purology's serious colour care from start to finish. Their Haircare and styling products hae an exclusive AntifadeComplex® maximize colour retention. I also like their naturally based, 100% vegan formulas condition with organic botanicals.

From now until September 30, 2010. visit: http://pureology.com/discover/conditioner and win one of the following samples of your choice:

• Pure Volume HairCondition - Experience lightweight moisture that detangles and defends colour without weighing hair down. This innovative daily conditioner with exclusive volumizing technology and multi-weight proteins creates fullness from within to reveal nourished, vibrant hair with natural body.

• Hydrate Condition - Reveal soft, lustrous hair with this daily hydrating conditioner. The concentrated formula delivers deeply penetrating multi-weight proteins to revitalize and nourish hair while protecting colour vibrancy.

• SuperSmooth HairCondition- Smooth and replenish unruly hair, and intensify natural shine while protecting colour vibrancy. This daily detangling conditioner delivers smoothing oils of camellia, sesame and organic shea butter for multi-layer balancing and conditions hair with an organic botanical of geranium. Our exclusive ThermalAntiFadeComplex® helps provide heat-styling protection and maximizes colour retention.

• Essential Repair HairCondition - Nourish distressed hair with a daily dose of repair and colour protection with this enriching conditioner that helps rebuild hair and defend against damage with protein-rich soymilk and pure biotin.

Jock and a Englishman were flying from Edinburgh when the stewardess approached. "May I get you something?" she asked. "Aye, a whusky" Jock replied.
She poured him a drink then asked the Englishman if he'd like one. "Never!" he said sternly. "I'd rather be raped and ravished by whores all the way to America than drink whisky!"
Jock  hurriedly passed the drink back, saying "Och, Ah didna ken there wuz a choice!"

I will be reporting on Edwing D'Angelo's Spring 2011 "The Middle Garden of Lost Eden" runway show, benefiting - Fashion for Autism, Inc.  It will be on Sunday, September 12th at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel.  Edwing D’Angelo will be closing the show in which Sammy Sosa’s daughter debuts her walk along with Bria Murphy (Eddie Murphy’s daughter) and Zoe Kravitz.   If you are interested in coming to this show, visit Couture Fashion Week's Web Site http://www.usafashionshows.com/press/edwingdangelo3.htm
tickets may sell out fast.

Why should New Yorkers have all the fun during Fashions Night Out?  Here are some fun things to add to your schedule --some for the East Coast, some for the West Coast.

JUICY COUTURE FLAGSHIP STORE FNO WITH ERIN FETHERSTON
 
What:                   Juicy Couture Celebrates Fashion’s Night Out with designer Erin Fetherston and a performance from Metric.
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
6:00pm - 11:00pm (performance approximately at 9pm)
 
Where:                Juicy Couture Flagship Store
650 Fifth Avenue (at 52nd Street)
 
 
 
M·A·C COSMETICS CELEBRATES FASHION’S NIGHT OUT WITH SARAH SILVERMAN
 
What:                   In honor of the launch of M·A·C’s Fabulous Felines Fall 2010 colour collection, this year  M∙A∙C brings the funny to Fashion’s Night Out entertaining guests with a very special performance by comedian, Sarah Silverman.  Sarah will treat guests to an exclusive stand-up performance, sign copies of her book The Bedwetter: Stories of Courage, Redemption, and Pee, pose for photos and speak with the press about all things beauty and Fashion’s Night Out. 
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
 8:00pm
 
Where:                M∙A∙C Cosmetics Soho Store
113 Spring Street (at Mercer Street)
 
Contact:              Beth Andrews / Ashley Demoff, (310) 854-4800
 
 
MELANIA TRUMP & QVC LIVE AT ROCKEFELLER CENTER FOR FNO
 
What:                   On-air QVC appearance at Rockefeller Center.
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
9:00pm TBD
 
Where:                Rockefeller Center / Tents
 
 
 
NINE WEST & JOSS STONE AT MACY’S HERALD SQUARE
 
What:                   In celebration of her limited edition design collaboration for Nine West, Joss Stone will make a personal appearance for a customer meet and greet at the Largest Department Store in the World, Macy’s Herald Square.  Guests at the store will have the chance to chat with Stone and receive an autographed version of her latest album. 
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
4:00pm - 5:00pm              Press Interviews
                                5:00pm - 6:00pm              Customer meet and greet and signing
 
Where:                Macy’s Herald Square, 5th floor
                                151 West 34th Street
                                New York, NY 10001
 
NINE WEST FLAGSHIP STORE CELEBRATES JOSS STONE VINTAGE AMERICA COLLECTION
 
What:                   In celebration of her limited edition design collaboration for Nine West, Joss Stone will perform a very special concert at the Nine West flagship store.  In addition to singing all of her chart-topping hits, the Grammy Award-Winning recording artist will also perform her brand new song “Back In Style”, which was written and recorded exclusively for the Nine West Fall 2010 Vintage America Collection.
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
7:30pm – 8:30pm (Press interviews and photos with Joss Stone)
                                8:30pm (Joss Stone Live Performance)
 
Where:                Nine West Flagship Store
675 Fifth Avenue (at 53rd Street)
 
 
WILHELMINA MODELS CASTING CALL / ROCKEFELLER CENTER EVENT
 
What:                   Swarovski and Wilhelmina Models Join Forces for A Fashion’s Night Out Casting Call A live casting call is being held at Swarovski’s Rockefeller Center boutique. Model hopefuls between the ages of 18 and 30 will get to meet with the industry’s top scouts for their chance to get signed with Wilhelmina Models. One lucky aspiring model will receive a coveted wardrobe of Swarovski accessories. Starting on August 17th, candidates can submit a photo, their measurements, and contact information to Swarovski@wilhelmina.com for a chance to participate in the casting call on Fashion’s Night Out. Visit www.wilhelmina.com for submission details.
 
When:                Friday, September 10
 6:00pm - 8:00pm
 
Where:              Swarovski Rockefeller Center Boutique
30 Rockefeller Center
Concourse Level
 
                                                               
 
WILHELMINA MODELS / LAURA LIGHTBODY EVENT
 
What:               Celebrity stylist, Laura Lightbody of Wilhelmina Models, will be at Swarovski’s Madison Avenue boutique to reveal her secrets on transforming her celebrity clients’ style and share her take on this fall’s most anticipated fashion accessories trends. Her stellar talent roster includes Fergie, Natasha Bedingfield, Estelle, Cyndi Lauper and Nicole Scherzinger, to name a few.
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
8:00pm - 10:00pm
 
Where:                Swarovski Madison Avenue
650 Madison Avenue (at 58th Street)
 
 
 
 
 
 
LOS ANGELES EVENTS
 
 
FERGIE CELEBRATES FNO AT NORDSTROM AT THE GROVE
 
What:                   PA at Nordstrom’s at The Grove.
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
9:00pm TBD
 
Where:                Nordstrom Los Angeles Store
 
 
JUICY COUTURE CELEBRATES FNO AT RODEO DRIVE STORE WITH LIVE PERFORMANCE
 
What:                   Guests will enjoy a night of fashion and fun featuring a special musical performance (TBC).
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
6:00pm – 11:00pm (performance approx 8:30pm)
 
Where:                Juicy Couture Rodeo Drive Store
                                456 North Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills
 
 
 
 
 
ROCK & REPUBLIC AT ROBERTSON BOULEVARD SIGNATURE STORE
 
What:                  Join Rock & Republic for an exclusive night out celebrating fashion at our signature store on Robertson Boulevard. Shop for something good with double rewards, cocktails, and Rock & Republic’s latest fall arrivals. Spend $250 and get $50 off your next purchase!
 
When:                  Friday, September 10
 6:00pm – 11:00pm
 
Where:                Rock & Republic Signature Store
                                105 S Robertson Blvd.
                                Los Angeles, CA 90048
 

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After lots of delays, ive published my 1st article 4 Examiner.com as Natl. Luxury Lifestyles Reporter is up and you are invited to check it out and tell me what luxury means to you--surprises are in store!
http://www.examiner.com/luxury-lifestyle-in-national/you-are-invited-to-read-the-new-national-luxury-lifestyles-column-on-examiner-com