Good To Be Michael Kors Today As First Lady Michelle Wows in Origami Jacket

If you fancy this Michael Kors origami-inspired portrait collar jacket, well, good luck trying to find it now....SOLD OUT!

Talk about "the state of the union" when you've got this pretty, zip-up 22" long blazer on!

First Lady Michelle Obama stole many hearts when she was televised wearing this modern + chic Michael Kors $800 jacket at President Obama's State of the Union address last evening.

Michelle Obama wore the woolen jacket with a matching dress and looked very lady-like + very Washington-savvy, so much so,  that women rushed out to Neiman Marcus and Nordstorm stores to pick up the very last Michael Kors jackets left.

ALL gone, ladies, except for a size 2 we found on Ebay this morning, for $795 or Best Offer.

A few sharp Twitter folks also brought up the little known fact that the Michael Kors origami-inspired portrait collar jacket was worn first on TV by none other than Julianna Margulies in the Good Wife.

Love it!

So, who wore it BETTER? We think this jacket looks AMAZING on all 3, including the model. Gotta LOVE American sportswear legend Michael Kors It's good to be king today.

New Triple Microdermabrasion Face Polish by Exuviance: Beauty At Its Best 2015

Exfoliation.

We have been stressing this key step in the beauty routine in many BeautyTipToday posts for a few years now.

And it's simple to remember:

If you want smooth, clear, radiant, younger-looking skin, then exfoliation, or getting rid of dead, dull, clogging skin cells, is essential.

New Triple Microdermabrasion Face Polish by Exuviance is a WINNER, and must-have product in your skin care arsenal for 2015. Check it out here. Well worth the $72 beauty investment.

We were lucky enough to try this effective exfoliator recently, and we must say---
We LOVE this face polish....like a professional microdermabrasian treatment in a tube!

The orange-y-looking cream polish is made with papaya enzyme + glycolic acid to help dissolve all the bad stuff clogging your pores + dulling up your complexion. It is also formulated with pure professional grade crystals used by dermatologists to smooth skin.

The triple action comes from the face polish's special blend of physical, chemical and enzyme rejuvenators.

We found our complexion become smoother, brighter + cleaner-feeling after just one morning application. And next when we applied our makeup, foundation glided on easily, etc.

We also tried the Exuviance Triple Microdermabrasion Face Polish at night before going to bed. And after when we applied our nighttime serum, it, too, glided on smoothly and became absorbed immediately.

And this face polish is quick + simple to use:

Once or twice a week, apply a thin even layer to a clean wet face, lightly massaging in a circular motion for 30 seconds, avoiding eye area. Do not scrub. Leave on for up to 2 minutes (up to 1 minute for sensitive skin). Thoroughly rinse with warm water and gently pat dry. Follow with an Exuviance serum and moisturizer.

You can find this new face polish in fine beauty shops, too, like ULTA.

Gisele Intimates: Why Not? It's Game Day!!

As the New England Patriots try to secure their spot in Super Bowl 49 with the AFC Championship victory tonight, we thought it would be fitting to check out Gisele Bundchen's lingerie line, since the famous model happens to be married to Pats QB Tom Brady.

Gisele IntimatesUSA online
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Her pretty collections feature bras + panties in EVERY style---from corselets to push-ups and briefs to Brazilian thongs.

Prices are NOT the cheapest at $53 for a SINGLE panty, for instance. But the quality is there, and the pieces are hand-made.

Do you own a bra or panty from the Gisele line of lingerie?

Kris Jenner Camel Coat Classic: Timeless Style + Color

Kris Jenner---you look AMAZING in this camel coat! CLASSIC. Period.

We admit, we are not usually a major fan of Kardashian momma Kris' style, but after seeing her black on black top + pants and this timeless camel coat to boot, well, we must give credit where it's due.

Is newly divorced Kris borrowing daughter Kim's coat?

We are not sure, but this camel coat is the perfect neutral that goes with everything under the sun.

LOVE it.

We found a cheaper copy-cat camel coat. This one has a belt that is removable. Similar over-sized cut + feel to Kris' coat.

By Mango, on SALE now for $114.99.

A can't go wrong, classic look, ladies!

New Mascara In 2015: Rimmel Wonder'Lash Makes Debut

We admit. We are a mascara freak....and proud of it. Cannot live without this beauty staple.

So when a NEW mascara comes to town, we will tell you all about it. Here we are---already 2015.

Rimmel London Wonder'Lash ($8.99, at ULTA stores).

What's so wonder'ful about NEW Wonder'Lash?

The formula is infused with argan oil, somehow. and yet, it's NOT a greasy product.

If we believe the beauty hype about Rimmel London, then we can expect soft, healthy lashes with shine + volume.

Wonder'Lash comes in Black and Extreme Black. Plus the mascara wand or brush looks pretty decent.

We like Rimmel London mascaras. They are drugstore inexpensive and have nice, build-able volume.

Wonder Bra and now....Wonder'Lash. It was bound to happen soon.

The Jumpsuit Remains HOT This Winter As Gwyneth Paltrow Proves In Nude

Jumpsuit. The word either elicits an UGH or a WOW.

If you like this 70's style, then start putting your body into one. Yeah, we know....hate it when you have to use the bathroom, but still---a jumpsuit can flatter every body type and give off the illusion of longer legs + a slimmer figure.

Actress Gwyneth Paltrow showed off her body in a nude, silk Valentino jumpsuit with ruffle detail on theTonight Show with Jimmy Fallon last evening.

Yeah...we can see your Spanx, Gwyneth! But that's okay. She has a great figure and smart enough to know that a curve-hugging jumpsuit in NUDE will show just about everything, so best to keep the body looking SMOOTH before slipping into one of these.

We found a COPY-CAT jumpsuit in nude for much, much LESS. Check out British fashion label Boohoo. Here's a Steffy Wrap Over Silky Jumpsuit for just $35!

Plus...this one looks a bit more comfy + looser than the jumpsuit Gwyneth has poured herself into.

Okay then....Jumpsuits now in winter....Or will you wait until spring to get in one?

Get Amal Clooney's Gorgeous Red Carpet Goddess Gown For So Much Less--$159!

Okay, so you DON'T have to wear the white opera gloves.....But we LIKED Amal Clooney's first red carpet appearance at Sunday evening's Golden Globes awards show in L.A..

And now you, too, can COPY Amal's expensive, Dior Couture goddess gown for only $159 from David's Bridal.

Why spend thousands$$$ when you can get a decent knock-off for so much less?!

Let's take a look at the striking, human rights lawyer and recently married Mrs. Clooney.

We would have preferred the gloves were in black and + form-fitting. But otherwise, the gloves as part of the ensemble are fine by us, and if Amal were going for old Hollywood glam, we think she nailed it nicely.

At David's Bridal, we found 2 black, one-shoulder gowns to choose from--each one at an affordable $159. One has the sari effect Amal is displaying here. The other gown, minus the long sash. Either way, the look is simple + chic--classic,

One-Shoulder Long Jersey Dress with Cascade Back.

Long On-Shoulder Jersey Gown

We think the gown without the sari (photo2) looks more like Amal's dress if it didn't have the sash (sari).

We look forward to more Amal style in the upcoming awards shows!

Audrina Patridge Dyes Hair Champagne/Violet Combo For the Hollywood Purple Pastel Crowd

If you're under age 35 and absolutely LOVE brightly colored hair, then go ahead! DYE your locks just like the IT girls in Hollywood.

The latest lovely to join the purple parade, includes Audrina Patridge. The former "The Hills" reality star went to a hair pro to get this enviable shade of #champagnesilver” and “#dustyviolet combo, as she showed us all on Instagram.

Looks great! And Audrina is calling this, "My 2015 Hair Makeover." She has a blog that explains it all in detail.

For pastel shades to look decent on you, you must have light hair to begin with. Otherwise, you will have to make a few beauty shop visits to get it like Audrina's.

Kelly Osbourne + Nicole Richie are still leading the way for their purple-haired sisters.

If you wish to do a 2015 purple hair makeover, then it would be BEST to head to the pros.

Or you can try color without commitment, like Manic Panic temp colors that WASH out.

Looks like lilac, lavender, violet and other similar purple pastels remain trendy for 2015.

Would you try this pastel shade of purple?

Golden Globes Winner Julianne Moore Wears L'Oreal's New Age Perfect Cell Renewal Cream

Congratulations, Julianne Moore!

The beautiful redhead is beaming with pride today, after having won a Golden Globe award last night for her poignant portrayal of a 50-year-old linguistics professor with early onset Alzheimer's in the movie, "Still Alice."

Gutsy performance by a great actress. And at age 54 and looking so gorg, we wonder how Julianne keeps it together. Her complexion alone, appears quite luminous.

Maybe this new product is key to her warm glow:

L'Oreal Paris Age Perfect Cell Renewal Cream ($21.24, on SALE at ULTA).

Yes, Julianne Moore is an ambassador for the major beauty company, but we believe she has tried this product.

So, what's Age Perfect Cell Renewal Cream all about?

It helps skin get smoother, more radiant + brighter with increased firming.

Plus it has an SPF 15 sunscreen, which can only help.

To Use:
Every morning, smooth gently over the face, neck and upper chest until thoroughly absorbed. Use alone or under makeup daily. For best results, use this product in conjunction with Age Perfect Cell Renewal Serum and Night Cream in your skincare regimen.

L'Oreal claims that in one month, your skin's surface will appear renewed, firmer, more dense + full of life.

Sounds pretty promising and worth the price to try it out,

Lipstick Etiquette: Rihanna Doesn't Play By the Rules

Re-applying lipstick in public.....Hmmm....That can be a tricky thing to do.

The etiquette experts say that you should play around with your makeup in private, but Rihanna doesn't play by ANYONE's rules, and maybe that's why we love her even more.

Not that the superstar committed a crime, but there she was Friday night at Jay Z's 2015 Throne Boxing Fight Night in New York, in the middle of  a big crowd, in the middle of a big boxing match, and she whips out her tube + compact. And the shade is in bright, bold red. LOL

We love her makeup look, by the way...Gorgeous cool, simple cat-eye + bold, red lip. Nothing over-done . Quite elegant.

And Emily Post, the grand dame of etiquette, would be applauding Rihanna for the quick lipstick re-apply in public BUT---only if it's done WITHOUT the compact, done very fast and done in the company of a small table of friends:

"In general, personal grooming should be done in private for the simple reason that it can be annoying and it's tacky. ... When in doubt, don't do it, such as when you're at a business meal or with people you don't know very well." 

Read more here about lipstick etiquette.

Oh, No---Daria! Supermodel Brings Back Hairy Armpit Look

Okay.....This is what supermodel Daria Werbowy usually looks like when she's modeling before the camera.

Classic, polished + elegant. Plus, 31-year-old Daria is the new face for Celine Resort 2015.

And now here is Daria, again a few days ago, showing the world her natural look---hairy armpits included, on photographer Cass Bird's Instagram page.

No...this isn't anything new. Plenty of big-name celebs have showed us their hairy armpits before. Here are a few of them, in case you have forgotten:

Oh, Sophia Loren! Not you, too?!

We know how we feel about armpit hair. Personally we despise it showing. We SHAVE it off every day even when we are too lazy or tired to lift a shaver.

Is this now fashionable, again? Or is it a feminist thing, again?

Some men are turned on by women with hairy armpits...and some women are, too.

How do you feel about it?

Are hairy armpits alright or just plain gross?

Cold, Winter Air Means Thick, Nourishing Eye Cream At Night

We have OILY skin, and even for us....that all changes quickly when snow, ice + bitter wind chills begin to appear. We live in the northeast by the way. Lows tonight expected around 10 degrees.

Lately our skin care routine has hovered around 4 simple steps:

1. Cleansing AM--Glycolic Acid soap bar
2. Daytime treatment--Vitamin C serum
3. Cleansing PM--Ivory soap
4. Nighttime treatment--Retin-A (prescription) 

Now that beauty routine looks tame enough, but since winter has arrived, we have noticed dry, scratchy, irritated eyes. The most likely culprits---too much retin-A and then too much Vit. C.

Even though these potent treatments are used at opposite times of the day, minor side effects can occur. Also---the harsh elements are causing the skin discomfort. Tight, red, itchy skin are COMMON during these weather conditions. 

So----a nice, thick hyaluronic eye cream at nighttime can CALM things down. But we will NOT use Retin-A around eyes when using hyaluronic acid.

One suggestion we have that is effective + fairly inexpensive: 

Mario Badescu Hyaluronic Eye Cream ($18, at ULTA).

How does this stuff work?

"Hyaluronic Acid formula helps lock in the skin's own natural moisture without the use of heavy, greasy oils. Absorbent, medium weight cream for use day or night. Aloe based formula makes this cream suitable for all skin types, even sensitive."

So when applying an eye cream, remember NOT to go too close to the lashes, but do put some on the eyelid, too. And go around the orbital bone as diagrammed here.

Winter has ONLY just begun for us. Hang in there.

Mockingjay's Jennifer Lawrence Keeps Eye Makeup Put With Cool Aqua Seal

When it comes to the red carpet, Mockingjay star Jennifer Lawrence ALWAYS looks chic + polished and usually ends up on the Best Dressed lists.

And as far as her red carpet makeup looks, Katniss, again, appears flawless.

So----how do you keep your eyeliner + eye shadow from heading south + smudging up?

Do what JLaw does. Her makeup artist Ve Neill uses Makeup Forever Aqua Seal ($21, at Sephora).

Aqua Seal is a liquid converter that "transforms powder formulas and pencils into smudge-proof, long lasting makeup.".

In other words your makeup INSTANTLY turns water-proof. Aqua Seal's ..."lightweight, liquid texture intensifies pigments and shimmer for a dramatic, long lasting result." 

Eye makeup STAYS Put!

This is how Artist Neill uses the product for Jennifer:

He mixes Aqua Seal with her eye pencil. Its' that simple.

-Mix a few drops of Aqua Seal with product and apply immediately.
-Clean brushes after use to avoid hardening of bristles.

And all night long, you don't have to worry about 'slipping' liner + shadow.

Great beauty tip!

Shake Your Own Booty With JLo's New Tasty Shakes By Body Lab

Jennifer Lopez knows how to strike when the iron is HOT...and her timing is exquisite.

The new season of American Idol kicks off this evening on FOX. And JLo is also launching her own health + wellness brand called Body Lab. The megastar has her HBO Documentary "Dance Again" attracting fans too. She also peddled her new book "True Love" a couple of months ago. And now her new movie "The Boy Next Door."

So---it's JLo time---over + over, again.

Jennifer Lopez is NO fool. At 45 she is in amazing shape, so her own brand to whittle your way to a HOT JLo body makes dollars + sense.

Now you can shake your own booty and enjoy some of Body Lab's new healthy items like Jennifer's Tasty Shake Complete Whey Protein Complex ($23.93,1 lb. at, Amazon).

We love whey protein powder, but we don't think you can build much muscle with a small 15 grams protein per scoop here.

The good news---only 90 calories per drink. That's a filling shake and great as maybe a replacement meal.

We applaud JLo for trying to give women some healthy, tasty options.
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And if this tasty shake could give us all such a sexy bottom without working out, etc., well, we would stock up on all these Body Lab products now!

When Cosmetic Lip Enhancement Goes Wrong In The Name Of Vanity.....

Wow.....Just wow.

Former teen mom star Farrah Abraham is praying this is ONLYtemporary. Apparently, her lip injections took on a life of their on, following a session at the derm's office for lip enhancement.

The mom to 4-year-old Sophia suggested on Twitter today that something went wrong during the injections, landing the former porn celeb in the emergency room. Farrah's hashtags read #botched. #California. #ER. #fix it.

Talk about a duck face---- like the way reality star Kim Kardashian + sisters often pose. Word to the wise......This is scary. And we are SURE that this has happened to other stars who demand instant, BIG lips. Allergic reactions CAN occur.

We have to admire Farrah's honesty here. She could have hidden the problem, er, if she stayed indoors until the major swelling subsided. She did come forward.

Of course, Twitter members are having fun poking fun at Farrah's expense.

So, what dermal filler caused the alleged reaction?

Farrah has stated before that she has tried collagen for a trout pout. A derm will make you take an allergy test for collagen BEFORE you receive the lip injections.

So, it was probably another filler that does not require testing, such as hyaluronic acid, perlane, juvederm, etc,, that might have caused this unbelievable reaction.

This reminds us of the time Kris Jenner came down with a huge swollen upper lip on a 2012 episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Kris claimed that a food allergy had caused her upper lip to inflame during a family vacation in the Dominican Republic.

Er,...okay, if you say so, Kris.

So next time you see a celebrity with enviable, very full lips, just remember, it probably took a few needles to pump up the volume. And most of the time, these injections go smoothly + safely.

 Should you desire instant, big lips, make sure you go to a board-certified doctor who has experience in this area.

Keshia Knight-Pulliam First To Get Booted Off Apprentice: But Leaves In Style

Gotta LOVE "Celebrity Apprentice," but don't agree with Mr. Trump booting off classy Keshia Knight-Pulliam from the first, new episode last night.

Just wait, Kate--plus 8, you will have your day soon enough, sweetie.

The former Cosby kid, everyone's fave---little Rudy Huxtable, volunteered to be project manager selling pies with her all-female team. Unfortunately, the girls lost, and Donald Trump blamed Keshia for losing the charity task, because she refused to pull personal strings and contact Bill Cosby her TV dad to ask for a donation.

Having said all that, we couldn't get over how very pretty Keshia is. She has BIG, brown eyes with really long lashes.

And we did a little digging and found out her beauty secret. This is what she told BET.com:

"On a regular day, I really don't wear makeup. But I do have a few must-haves. I love Lancome Hypnose Drama Instant Full Body Volume Mascara," says Keshia.

We found a tube at Sephora for $27.50.

Great tip, Keshia.

Palmer's New Cocoa Butter Formula Rapid Moisture Spray Lotion For Winter Smooth Skin

We happen to LOVE cocoa butter---expensive, cheap, thick, thin, lotion, cream, etc.

And now we are thrilled about cocoa butter experts Palmer's + their NEW cocoa butter in a can. That's right. In a can.

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Rapid Moisture Spray Lotion. It's available just about everywhere. We found a 7 oz. can for only $5.88 at Walmart.

Just twist + spray. It's really lovely + light. NOT greasy and NOT tough to absorb.

Great when you are finished showering. Spritz and rub in. Smells dreamy, too, if you adore that chocolate-coconut-y cocoa butter scent.

Let's be honest. Winter ushers in dry, frigid temps for most of us, and battling dull, dry skin that is thirsting for hydration is a common, beauty challenge.

This new rapid moisture spray lotion is quick + convenient and absorbs PRONTO!

Cocoa butter happens to be HIGH in fatty acids, meaning it can penetrate deeper into the skin and hydrate from within. Cocoa butter can also be helpful for those with sensitive skin and conditions like eczema + psoriasis. It's a soothing formula.

Spray lotions aren't just for summer, either. This Palmer's cocoa butter spray lotion is a good, beauty budget buy for winter dry skin.

Copy Taylor Swift's Baby Blue Winter Coat For $72 And Less!

We happen to LOVE the color baby blue. In fact, we believe it looks great with dark hair.

And it looks FAB with blonde hair, too, because Taylor Swift has been walking around icy cool New York City these days wearing a baby blue ASOS coat.

LOVE it! That girl has a lovely sense of style.

Copy the SAME look here for just $72, or get an even cheaper knock-off for $58. 

So, let's get busy, girls!

Here is Taylor all warm + cozy in an ASOS Boyfriend Coat (on SALE $72.01)! In sizes--4, 8, 10+ 14. Deep patch pockets, double-breasted, over-sized style.

Now here is that same ASOS coat with the model wearing it. Very nice!

And if you'd like a baby blue, cheaper version, then check out this pretty, boyfriend coat from Forever21--Oversized Boucle Coat ($57.80). Good price for a cool look. In Small. Medium. Large.

Maybe it's time to try on the baby blue coat trend. Taylor Swift can do NO wrong these days.

There are just so many black coats you can keep on wearing.

Baby blue, a seriously great budget buy!

Eye Shadow Just Won't Blend? Try This Quick Fix By Goss Makeup Artist

Eye shadow. It's fun to wear, especially when it GLIDES along your lids and stays put. But often, that is NOT the case.

We don't have a big shadow stash, but we like to switch between dark brown and + dark gray shadows. Sounds boring. But for us, neutrals are simpler to work with.

The problem we often find, is that matte powder shadows are difficult to BLEND. In fact, we observe that eye shadows often escape our lids and DON'T adhere well.

We found a good solution to try from pro makeup artist  Wayne Goss who gives excellent demos on YouTube.

His makeup how-to's are FUN + educational. Plus he's such an affable + cute guy with sensible beauty knowledge.

So let's look at Goss Makeup Artist and his quick fix:

Moisturizer. That's it.

Just dab a tiny bit across your eyelids and up to the brow bone and let it sink in.

Wayne says you will notice an IMMEDIATE difference when you try to apply your shadow. It will go on smoothly.

And he's right. Sounds so simple....and it is.

Check out his YouTube demo here.

Wayne Goss is a YouTube rock star with about 1.4 million subscribers, our self included.

Taylor Swift Rings In NYC New Year With Glam Crop Top + Track Pants Trend!

Singing superstar Taylor Swift never ceases to  AMAZE, and during New Year's Eve in wicked frigid NYC, she came out rockin' in signature, sexy crop top + high-waisted track pants by Jessica Jones and Joseph Cassell .

Taylor was riding the crop top tend PLUS the newer track pants trend. It's that comfy girl look set off by sky-high heels.

NOT an easy look to pull off. You can't even grab an inch of flab on this girl! Still, Taylor makes the sexy ensemble appear elegant, classic + chic.

NO belly button showing. Always lady-like. And there was a sparkly blazer she later removed, even though it was hovering around 30 COLD degrees at Dick Clark's Rockin' Eve show in New York City!

So, will you slip into a pair of track pants in 2015 and ride the trend like Taylor?

We've hunted down a pair to give you a head-start.

Check out this DKNY silk track pants at net-a-porter ($94, on sale).