Especially Espadrilles For Stylish And Comfy Long Summer

Espadrilles.You either love these rope-heeled sandals/shoes, or you hate 'em.

Well, espadrilles are making their distinct footprints all over the map these days. And if you pick up a pair of espadrille wedges, then you're right in step of the fashion trend for summer 2011.

You have to admit......These sexy, black sandal Steve Madden espadrille wedges are hot! And so, too, are the sizzling, red shoe espadrille wedges by Mossimo.

You can the wear espadrille in lots of ways. It's a versatile piece of footwear. They're nice with maxi dresses, pants, shorts, and can be casual or elegant. And if your favorite pair of espadrilles gets wet in the rain, don't worry, the jute fiber can handle it.

You don't have to spend $500 for some espadrille wedges, either. We hunted down an inexpensive, casual pair at forever21. Check out these cute Open Toe Floral Espadrilles for just $24.80.

Indulge Beautiful Skin In Morningside Bath & Body Care Products

One of the finest shea butter body products we've ever rubbed onto our skin.

It's called Simple Originals by the Morningside company..... a certified woman-owned business, whose products are manufactured in a plant here in the USA with top-quality FDA standards. We like that.

This is an incredible body butter that we got to try, in the scent of Tomato Blossom.

We know. At first we thought, 'Gee, what would tomato blossom smell like?'

We were very pleasantly surprised! It's fresh and appealing!

Simple Originals is a natural line of bath and body care products with super ingredients like---shea butter, glycerin, aloe, green tea extract, and Vitamins A, C, and E. No artifical colors. Not tested on animals. And these formulas are plant-based emollients. And the prices can't be beat. Each product in the line is generously-sized, according to company CEO and founder, Hollis Brookover, of Garden City, Idaho.

Look what savings we found:
Simple Originals ~ Body Butter Special 2 for 35% off!
$12.99 for 2 lbs.
Your choice in: Tomato Blossom and/or Linden Flower

You will fall in love with this luxurious shea butter body cream. It's heavenly and really makes skin smooth and healthy.

Another important note: A percentage of the proceeds from the sale of Morningside products will help the Every Child Is An Original foundation. The foundation "funds projects that serve to enable America's youth to gain the tools they need to succeed in life and compete in the world economy".

Bravo, Morningside!

My My MY: Maxi Dress Major Trend For Spring/Summer

Don't feel like baring your legs sometimes?

Then this popular 70's trend is for you.

The maxi dress appears to be THE dress of the 2011 spring/summer season. Fresh from the runway, we're seeing this hot trend popping up everywhere. And sexy celebrities like Sheryl Crow, Paris Hilton, and many others, are choosing these floor length dresses.

The maxi dress can go many places.....and not just to beach parties. You can pick big print or solid and sexy. And you can pay lots of money for a maxi, or you can hunt down some great ones for cheap.

We found these all at Venus.com. Most women know the website/catalogue company for its beautiful swimsuits. But Venus.com also features much more, including amazing maxi dresses for just $39.99.

Anushka Skinny Caffe Latte Body Cream: Like Frappuccino For Your Thighs

Heading to the beach, ladies?

Don't forget to pack this super cellulite buster by cellulite expert Anushka. This is a must-have for your beach bag this summer.

Look, we'll be honest. We've researched the 'skinny' on cellulite....you know...the dimpled fat that likes to form on your thighs, butt, tummy, even arms!

And we have learned, that you CANNOT get rid of cellulite permanently. BUT, you CAN reduce it's appearance, and STOP its further advancement. That is where Anushka's Skinny Caffe Latte Body Cream ($46, at anushkaspa.com) comes to the rescue. This stuff is decadent. Think of it as a lovely frappuccino for your thighs!

"While drinking excessive amounts of caffeine (coffee) is a no-no for well-being, topical application of caffeine can visibly reduce the appearance of cellulite," says Anushka, founder of the famous Anushka Cellulite Clinic.

This cellulite-busting cream uses caffeine and green tea to firm those dimpled parts and smooth out skin with special anti-oxidants. You'll walk along the beach with the best-toned body around.

Sounds yummy for the firmest thighs and butt around. We see that photo of an amazing butt here. And if Anushka's Latte Body Cream can deliver a butt like that one, well, we'd slather it on every day.

Hey, Anuhska has been a pioneer in the fight to STOP cellulite. For years, this woman has researched and studied the problem, and brought to us all, some of the best scientifically-advanced cellulite treatments around. So we say yes, to the frappuccino for your thighs....and yes, butt.

Braun Battery-Operated Hair Brush Boosts Shine And Softness

Say bye-bye to fly-away and frizzy hair. At the simple press of a button, you get instant shine and smoothness.

It's a battery-operated hair brush with active ion technology, called the Braun Satin Hair Brush ($75, at braun.com). And it won't damage hair because it has seamless bristles.

The Satin Hair Brush works with Iontec, which in layman's terms, well, we can't really explain, but let the company say it better:

"Braun IONTEC works just like a conditioner: the ions continuously minimise the build-up of charges and therefore keep the friction between hair fibres down. Braun IONTEC also encourages weak and damaged hair to hold onto essential moisture supplies meaning hair looks smooth, shiny and healthy."

It's easy to use and travel-friendly, and actually, good for your hair.

Let's be honest.....We all damage our locks on a daily basis with constant blow-drying, coloring, bleaching, perming, straightening, flat-ironing, and so forth. And the Braun Satin Hair Brush is designed to smooth out the cuticles and bring back healthy shine.

Who wouldn't want a glossy head of hair?

Gotta Love The Lip Crayon---Hot New Trend For Sheer Color

Hot and bothered....But not in a good way. We're talking about the summer weather and the challenge to keep makeup fresh and in the moment.

Today, it's going to hit 87 degrees here. A bit too HOT for our taste, but we still follow our daily makeup routine. Except this time, we're going to reach for a box of pretty colored crayons.

Well, sort of.

The hot trend right now----lip crayons! You know, those fat pencils everyone can manuever. And if you hate that heavy lipstick look during those hot spring/summer days, then you should pick up a lip crayon. You will like what you see----a sheer hint of color in a moisturizing base.

Lip crayons are different than the typical lip gloss---too sticky or the matte lip stain---too dry. With a big, fat crayon, you get a light wash of color. If you apply a few more coats, you get more of a dramatic look.

And there are tons to choose from:

1. Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm ($15, at clinique.com). In yum-yum shades like, Woppin' Watermelon.

2. NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil ($24, at narscosmetics.com). In creamy, nourishing shades.

3. Hard Candy Visibly Wet Shockingly Glossy Lip Pencil ($6, at Walmart stores).

New Dr. Lewinn Kinerase Line Promises Wrinkle Relief: Does It Deliver?

Last November, we told our Beauty Tip Today readers about a new, cheaper Kinerase skin care line launching in 2011. It's called Dr. Lewinn by Kinerase, with a great price range----between $10 and $35 each. Compare that to the $100 plus price for Kinerase's main skin care line, and we have a smile on our face.

The Lewinn line has been out there for a few months now, at select Walmart and Walgreen stores. And it's a 10-piece line, including cleansers, moisturizers and daily treatments. And yes, the products contain the special patented plant-based kinetin formula found in the original, more expensive Kinerase skin care line adored by many celebrities, including Courteney Cox.

The Kinerase company is based in southern California. The new line is inspired by Dr. LeWinn, an Australian celebrity plastic surgeon.

But does the Dr. Lewinn by Kinerase line really deliver significant wrinkle repair?

Let's dig a little deeper. We have learned that the new, cheaper skin care line DOES have the same super ingredients already found in the brand, but at a smaller concentration. In other words, this is Kinerase L-I-T-E.

According to the Dr. Lewinn line, these products have "only two to three cosmeceutical-grade ingredients," versus the 10 to 12 in a Kinerase prestige product, says Jenniffer Smoot, marketing director for the company. But the scientifically-advanced formula gives back fine results to the consumer, she suggests, because you could not find such skin care technology in dept. stores, until now.

Still, do your homework....check consumer product reviews online. Maybe the Kinerase line with the $100 price tag and higher, is worth the extra splurge. Wouldn't you prefer a skin care product with a 10-12 cosmeceutical-grade rather than one with a 2-3 grade?!

We're just saying.......