SQUIX – For the Germaphobe in you ( you know you are one!)

March 27, 2016

Are you ready for the next-level of monthly innovative subscription box services? 

Get ready for SQUIX (www.squix.com) – an online one-stop shop specializing in germ-fighting products of all kinds. 

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It’s not just for card-carrying germaphobes (like myself) but for anyone concerned about the cleanliness of the surfaces they come in contact with every day – at home, at school, at work, on public transportation – everywhere.  

SQUIX offers numerous cool and innovative products from well-known brands and soon-to-be household names.  In addition to regular online shopping, SQUIX also offers the QBox – a monthly subscription service that puts a box of three curated Squix products plus a surprise gift at your doorstep for just $19.98 per month.

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Time Out, the trusted global brand for inspiring and enabling people to make the best of their city, presents its Los Angeles dessert tasting extravaganza: Treat Yo’Self!

March 10, 2016

Time Out, the trusted global brand for inspiring and enabling people to make the best of their city, presents its Los Angeles dessert tasting extravaganza: Treat Yo’Self!

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Time Out is offering sweet-toothed locals to treat themselves to the finer things in life by indulging in the most popular sweets and treats in the city. LA’s finest bakeries, restaurants and ice cream shops will be offering up their most popular desserts at Treat Yo’Self, ranging from decadent cakes to gooey bread puddings.

 

When: Sunday March 20 2016

Where: LA River Studios

Time:  Choose from three sessions: Noon-1:30pm, 2-3:30pm or 4-5:30pm

Tickets are $25 and include dessert tastings from the most decadent dessert vendors in LA. As well as this, tasters can expect complimentary beer from Tsingtao, live beats from DJ Aurelius and an appearance from chalk artist Ben Dehart. Sample the best desserts from Crème Caramel, Wanderlust Creamery, The Gadarene Swine, Cake Monkey, McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams, cotton candy from Sugar Spin, hot chocolate from Demitasse and coffee provided by Caffe Luxe. Guests will also be treated to a complimentary braid bar provided by Hairroin Salon.

For more information and to book your ticket, visit: https://timeouttreatyoself.splashthat.com

Caffeine Addicts and Chocolate Lovers : GET READY!!

March 5, 2016

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il Morso is coffee without the cup. Enjoy the simple organic ingredients found in your cup of coffee, and then replace the cup with cocoa butter to make an il Morso.  Also known as a mouth melting coffee bite. I’M IN HEAVEN!!!

WHAT:  An all natural energy food taking the market by storm by revolutionizing the art of grabbing coffee on-the-go with every one of their 100% organic, fair trade Coffee Bars!

Boasting only 1 g of sugar & 15-25 calories/serving, il Morso is made with organic whole food ingredients that is just enough to help you finish your day strong.

il Morso is delicious, small enough to carry, and a perfect compliment to your day – be it routine or adventure.

With selections like Matcha Green Tea (7 MG), Mocha (14 MG), Americano (18 MG), or basic Coffee & Cream (16 MG), you can enjoy a dose-able kick that’s easy to estimate for any body-type.

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MSRP: $59.99 *also available for a monthly subscription delivered right to the door!

Take il Morso with you! – Sized to feel like an espresso

100% Organic & Fair ingredients – each one farm traceable and delicious

Simple whole foods (no extracts)

Only 3-5 ingredients per recipe

1g of sugar per Morso, 15-25 cal.

Caffeine volume clearly labeled on the front of each Morso

 

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MY SCENT FOR SPRING: ODIN NEW YORK 12

March 1, 2016

As spring nears, ODIN New York is taking a new approach to florals.

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The unisex luxury fragrance brand created The White Line to explore the clean, simplistic  essence of deconstructed florals. Similarly, The Black Line is filled with floral notes that jump out from the spicy, musky bases. I am in LOVE with Odin 12 – sexy, musky and masculine/feminine.

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The White Line is untraditional, finding inspiration from every essence of the flower – from stems, leaves, blossoms and bouquets.
Each fragrance is constructed using three fragrance families: rose, citrus and greens. Rose explores the bloom of the flower just as you smell it in the air, a citrus derived from florals; its qualities combined with traditional clean citrus notes and greens to explore a flower from its leaves and stem.
·         Milieu Rosa – Equally bright, soft, sweet and woodsy; powered trio of Moroccan, Dutch and Turkish roses
·         Efflora – Fresh and effervescent; its vibrant floral heart subtly awoken with Algerian Tangerine and Neroli Blossoms
·         Vert Reseda – Vividly green and herbaceous; bold Mountain Galbanum and Reseda leaves compliment a bloom of Wild Peony and Gardenia

The Black Line is inspired by exotic destinations, taking you on a fragrance journey with modern interpretations of time-honored fragrance traditions.

The Black box that is comes in is sexier than my boyfriend.

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·         No 04 Petrana – Inspired by a Jordanian desert landscape covered in blooming black irises with a top note of Deep Purple Cassis, middle notes of Black Iris, Violet Leaf
·         No 06 Amanu – Inspired by the primitive ambiance of southern Mediterranean peaks with middle notes of Jasmin Sambac, Magnolia
·         No 10 Roam – Inspired by the pairing of shaded sands and wet forest with middle notes of Ginger Lily, Wild Coffee Flower
·         No 12 Lacha – Inspired by the rich landscapes of India with a top note of Lacha Saffron, middle note of Spicy Carnation

I’m wearing 12 right now:

TOP NOTES
Black Pepper
Lacha Saffron
Warm Nutmeg
MIDDLE
Spicy Carnation
Suede Accord
BOTTOM
Bois De Santal
Musc
Patchouli Terreux
No. 12 Lacha by ODIN New York, 100ML EDP $165 USD
All ODIN New York Fine Fragrances are available from BARNEYS NEW YORK & ODIN NEW YORK’s three NYC stores:
EAST VILLAGE | 328 E 11th St, NYC
SOHO | 199 Lafayette St, NYC
WEST VILLAGE | 106 Greenwich Ave, NYC
www.odinedt.com

SWEAT. MOVE. GET DOWN. Tracy Anderson style with the new TAVA experience!

February 29, 2016

Tonight, I attended the Tracy Anderson Studio in Brentwood for my first “TA” experience ever. I was an absolute newbie, and I loved not knowing anything about what I was walking into.

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Literally, I walked into a gleaming and gorgeous space that was so well-appointed, my jaw dropped. Marble counters, herringbone wood floors, brass fixtures. The joint was top notch. I filled out the waiver at the front desk and noticed the offering of ear plugs, hair ties, and refreshing lemon water. Nice touch, I thought.

Passing through the main lobby area, as I sipped my complimentary green juice from MoonJuice, I entered the first training room which was outfitted with luxury Pilates reformers. The ladies locker room felt like a high end spa. The main cardio room: a sauna. The room is incredibly heated-like Bikram heated. My face started to redden before I even moved. More lemon water, multi-colored Therabands from the ceiling, and an elaborate sound system all sat waiting to get this party started.

What surprised me the most was how nice everyone was here. I was greeted warmly when I first came in, and I found the other women attending the class smiling and friendly-I even met a few-this was not your typical cut throat dance class. Coming from the competitive dance world of NYC, this was a refreshing change of pace. There is no attitude or snobby vibe here, and I was impressed.

Tracy entered and gave us a quick run down on this brand new class she will be debuted in March. Collaborating with top choreographer, Tony Gonzales, TAVA is a dance cardio high energy workout that incorporates quick dance steps with high energy and style. Warning: this is not for the two-left feet people out there! I am a professional dancer, and even I had to concentrate to retain all the choreography. Still, it was a fun and energetic dance workout that got me sweaty, got me moving. And for sure, I got down.

Tracy Anderson’s TAVA dance cardio class debuts March 1st, 2016

Where: Tracy Anderson Brentwood studio
11918 San Vicente Blvd

XX Cristy