Only about 24 hours left to get BUY ONE GET ONE FREE admission tickets to the Nov. 22nd Haute Market shopping party in Overland Park, KS.


Shop 100's of the latest trends, hottest deals, plus get pampering service from beauty professionals. Have a cocktail with your girlfriends and enjoy.
You deserve it!

Event info here: http://www.hautemarket.com/events.shtml

Buy tickets here: http://www.hautemarket.com/hautestore/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=1

buy two, and at checkout enter NOVBOGO to apply the discount.
Buy 6 tickets, pay for 3!

Expires 10-31-09, one use per customer.

Candy Closet

The closet women have been waiting to raid is finally open.

DailyCandy.com, the free lifestyle trend e-mail newsletter and website, is launching its own sample sale e-commerce site, Swirl, Sample Sales by DailyCandy. Featuring the best-of-the-best apparel and accessories handpicked by DailyCandy editors, Swirl, Sample Sales by DailyCandy will be a well-edited sample sale experience, offering remarkable discounts on the stuff DailyCandy loves — from favorite up-and-coming designers to the must-have established brands, it’s everything DailyCandy editors can’t live without.

The new site will soft launch the week of November 16, to a limited number of first-come, first-served DailyCandy subscribers; hard launch will take place in January 2010.

H & M & Choo

H&M is launching Jimmy Choo for H&M on Nov. 14th and huge crowds are expected. It's easy to see why once a sneak peek was posted

My fave pieces so far:

What is the process for making your purchase should you be one of the lucky ones in NYC that day? Read more about it plus see sneak peek videos...

Fashionably warm kids

I have a goal and a challenge for the Kansas City metro.
It's a good one! It's fashionable, good for the community and good for the soul.

The Pajama Program is very near to my heart which is why I became the chapter president for the Kansas City area when the position came open. I quickly got to know some of the fabulous people who manage the area shelters and was shocked by the number of children they serve each month.

About the Pajama Program:
Collects new pajamas and books for children in need and distributes to registered receiving organizations nation wide. There is a chapter in nearly every state.

In our back yard:
The Kansas City metro chapter serves about a dozen shelters. TLC, Rose Brooks, City Union Mission, SAFEHOME and Salvation Army, just to name a few. The need is for at least 300 pajamas each month.

The goal:
To get participation from local organizations and media in order to raise 4,000 kids' pajamas and books to fully stock the shelters each month for the winter and beyond.

The challenge:
To reach the goal by Nov. 23rd to be sure the shelters are fully stocked for the holidays.

How are we going to do this?
~Well...I'm going to plea to (pester) the mayors of several KC metro cities to join us in making Danger Season not so dangerous for local kids in need.
~Schools can participate by challenging the classes to raise the most pajamas and books, maybe have a pajama day to celebrate.
~Office managers can simply ask co-workers to donate a new pair of pjs and a book this week and we'll arrange a pick up. The same goes for clubs and organizations.

Several KC area business have volunteered to accept donations, several even offering to match the donations and/or give you a discount on their products or services! (See Facebook page for list)

How to help:

1. Bring new pajamas and books to the Nov. 22nd Haute Market and we'll give you a free Tarte cosmetics mascara sample and lots of thanks! (while supplies last)

2. View this letter (pg 1, pg 2) for info on how to do your own Pj drive. It's easy!

3. Volunteer to help us implement the campaign. Businesses that can provide printing, prizes for school challenges, venues for upcoming PJ drive events, and PR help are needed now. Plus we need volunteers to contact the schools and other organizations about holding pajama drives.

Email jennifer@pajamaprogram.org if you can help us in anyway with the KC Metro-wide Pajama Drive 2009. Please share this post with all your friends and colleagues.

Doing the Cha Cha

Founded in 2007, cha cha is passionate about creating unique Canadian made handbags and accessories. The entire line is handcrafted ensuring no detail is overlooked.

Combining luxurious leather with quality linings and hardware, cha cha creates one of a kind pieces that are as functional as they are beautiful. cha cha is an accessory line for women who appreciate great design and don't need logos to signal their good taste

Stella Mini Leather Shopper - $119.91

This is the perfect bag for the busy girl. With the strap this bag makes a perfect shoulder bag, remove the strap and use Stella Mini as a shopper, fold the bag in half and slip under your arm to use a clutch. Made of a powdery soft purple leather, it's a great accessory for fall.

Visit http://www.chachalifestyle.com/home

In training

Haute little fashionistas caught on tape at the Sept 2009 Haute Market shopping party in Overland Park, KS (Kansas City Metro).

Who Wore What

The Empire State Building lit the NYC skyline lit in red and purple last night in honor of the 2009 Angel Ball to honor Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research.

Featuring music by DJ Cassidy, the gala’s star-studded lineup of performances include Academy Award and Grammy winner Jennifer Hudson, Robin Thicke, Estelle, British imports Blake, and other surprise guests.

The evening raised nearly $4 million for cancer research. For more information about The Angel Ball and Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research please visit http://www.gabriellesangels.org/.

A list of who wore what:
Bar Refaeli –Marchesa gown and Lorraine Schwartz jewels

Blake Lively-Victoria Beckham, Lorraine Schwartz jewels, Christian Louboutin

Denise Rich-Christian Lacroix dress and Lorraine Schwartz carved ruby and diamond earrings, set with 170 carats of rubies and 6 carats of diamonds; a

Lorraine Schwartz mesh ruby cuff, set with 150 carats of rubies and15 carats of diamonds; and a Lorraine Schwartz heart shape ruby, pink sapphire and diamond ring
Estelle-Zara
Hoda Kotb - Adrienne Papp
Kathie Lee Gifford-Donna Karan

Jennifer Hudson-YSL dress, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and Margiela booties on carpet and same dress/jewels but YSL shoes from the performance

Natalie Cole-Haute Hippie dress

Sherri Shepherd-Carmen Marc Valvo & Judith Ripka jewels

Star Jones-Marc Bouwer

Photos: Getty / WireImage

What She Wore...Michelle Trachtenberg

Someone recently asked what Michelle Trachtenberg was wearing around her neck on Gossip Girl, the "Lost Boys" Episode:

Michelle Trachtenberg's character Georgina Sparks wearing the Fiona Paxton Lane Necklace in Silver. Retail price -$400
Find it on Shopbop.com

pics from cwtv.com site

Sun block

They tell me I should still be wearing sunblock and protecting my eyes. Well...should the sun actually appear I would be quite compelled, event excited, to block said sun.
Today I will be optimistic and WILL the sun to come out from its hiding place behind the layers and layers of cloud cover blanketing our Kansas City metro area.

This may jinx the whole deal, but I'm shopping for sunglasses online right now.
I found some great deals in an unlikely place after being intrigued by an email suggesting I check out ShopNBC.com. WOW...their designer sunglasses are a GREAT deal!
Marc Jacobs, Christian Dior, Gucci and more.
A few of the faves I'm debating on. Perhaps will have to just get them all at these greatest prices.

Marc Jacobs black and gray shades, was $425, now only $137.76	Juicy Couture lilac framed sunglasses, was $225, now $108.48	Kate Spade purple/lavender sunglasses, was $190, now $83.99

Check it out and shop conveniently online at ShopNBC.com. Let us know if you join me in daring the sun and buying some discount designer shades!

The Fashion 411

A look at some of our favorite trends for fall 2009. Notice it's all fuzzy! Mama is chilly today and needs to look at warm cozy clothing. I also appreciate the sensible pairing of a solid and a print. Prints are fun...just don't mix them into a crazy hot mess. Classy wins over crazy. :)

Fashionably warm

The cold weather has hit early in many parts of the U.S. I hardly had my fall wardrobe out when I suddenly had to scramble for winter coats, gloves, and furry items.

In addition to being in charge of the "Haute Headquarters" and mom to three rambunctious little boys, I head the Kansas City chapter of the Pajama Program (yeah, the one on Oprah). I love it all!
We're lucky that our boys don't go thru pj's as fast as their other clothes, so last week was a series of opening storage tubs, trying on and handing down.
More kids than we would want to imagine don't have this luck. Now that the cold weather snapped the Haute Headquarters storage facility (my garage) has to be transformed into a pajama sorting site.
But the racks are nearly empty!

So when you shopaholics are out and about grabbing a few new warm pieces to your fall/winter wardrobe, grab a new pair of kids pjs if you can.
In the Kansas City metro most of the boutiques that participate in Haute Market shopping parties will take the pjs for you and get them to me.

HUGE thanks to the Simmons Beauty Rest company. They are doing a nation wide drive in all their company locations!

Denim Couture in Overland Park has a drop box. I'll be there this Friday night between 6-9 pm giving free Haute Market admission tickets for each pair of new kids pj's you donate!

In Omaha there is a chapter and I'm sure my friends at Runway Boutique and Kajomas will help you too.
If you don't live near these two cities just go to http://www.pajamaprogram.org/ and find out who the chapter president is near you.
You could even get the office involved and have everyone bring a new pair of pajamas in one day.

In just one single drop off I usually need 30 or so pajamas. And our chapter distributes to about a dozen shelters in Kansas City. Many of these shelters have 30-40 new kids a month. Yikes...that's a lot of pj's!

Pajama drive ideas:
Stuff a bus
Pajama day

If you can't buy pjs right now with your already tight budget but want to help, just email me and I can put you to work :)
Have a warm week friends!

Botox and Breast Reconstruction?

Interesting topic for this awareness month posted at New Beauty:

"When a woman is undergoing a mastectomy, getting Botox injections is probably the last thing on her mind. However, her surgeon may think it's exactly what she needs—not to reduce wrinkles, but to reduce pain during the reconstruction process."

Read the full article here:

http://www.newbeauty.com/DailyBeauty/Entry.aspx?ID=2734

Let's talk mock croc

Faux, mock....it's not a crock. It looks similar, costs less and is durable.

Kate Spade's Knightsbridge collection: Lilia bag, $595.
London's fashionable Knightsbridge District is a destination for shoppers from around the globe, and the inspiration for this luxurious tote in vibrant croco embossed patent calfskin. Wear it over the shoulder or as a handheld, adding glamour and polish to both work and play.

Want more croc? Check out the full article here for more fab croc - shoes and even something for your furry friend.

Safe & Happy Feet

Tina Aldatz, certified pedorthist and creator of Foot Petals (http://www.footpetals.com/), has some great tips and tricks for women as we say goodbye to our flip flops and flats and get ready for fall boots and heels!

Tina suggests that you always keep in mind the following:

Proper fit is key
~ Shoes should not gap around the top edges
Try adding Foot Petals Killer Kushionz to help keep the foot in place and absorb shock

~ Heels should fit snugly and not slip or slide freely inside the shoe
Foot Petals Haute Heelz and Heavenly Heelz will keep feet fitting properly in shoes (great for platforms) and also help prevent blisters

~ The ball of the foot should fit into the widest part of the shoe
Foot Petals Tip Toes will cushion the ball of foot and stop feet from sliding forward

~ It is better to go up a size and add cushioning than to squeeze your foot into a too small shoe

~ Doubling up on Foot Petals products help to fill the gaps and offer exceptional comfort

Dangers of improper fit
~ Tight fit around toes
Can lead to calluses, corns and eventually bunions

~ Loose fitting heels
Can lead to blisters on skin
Can cause instability when walking and cause ankle injury (especially in platforms and high heeled boots - just ask our intern!)

Save the dates!

Party party! These are a few parties and events the hauteness will be attending...that means you should too:

Oct. 8th - Birthday party of Mitzy London's boutique. Cocktails and shopping...our favorite! 119th & Roe.


Oct. 16th - VIP party at Denim Couture Boutique. 135th & Quivira, Overland Park, KS. 25% off all regularly priced items!!! Plus appetizers from PLUSH, sweet sips courtesy of Haute Weekly and more!
Be there!

Nov. 22 - Holiday Haute Market. Loads of fun, shopping and girl time!

25% back from American Express

The Platinum Card® from American Express is celebrating 25 years of providing outstanding service, benefits and value to its Card members by offering exclusive offers and valuable savings at a special selection of luxury brands. As a special thank you to its Platinum Card members, American Express is offering exclusive ‘25 percent back’ savings at some of these Card members’ favorite retailers from September 29 through November 10.

Platinum Card members can take advantage of receiving 25 percent back across several fine retailers and brands, including Cole Haan, Diane von Furstenberg, Furla, Jonathan Adler, Johnnes & Company and Evening Land Vineyards. To take advantage of these exclusive offers, Platinum Card members must simply register anytime now through November 10 at www.americanexpress.com/platinum25. Once registered, Card members will receive a 25 percent off statement credit on their purchases made at these retailers.

Must-read: La La Savings

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Scent of Money

ANDY WARHOL "SUCCESS IS A JOB IN NEW YORK"
At last Bond No. 9 is dropping all pretenses and selling MONEY! (Sort of.)
Introducing their latest eau de parfum, Andy Warhol Success is a Job in New York, with a $cent as $eductively $weet as a dollar $ign.

Just like money, the scent is genderless—a warm and spicy gourmand. And just like money, it lures and intoxicates all who give it a sniff.
Its spicy-citrussy top- notes—coriander, cardamom, mandarin, bergamot—lead into a throbbing heart of jasmine, tuberose, rose, plum and pimento (of all things) that eventually segues into an oriental base of vanilla, patchouli, and amber.