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Turned On? Your Lips Should Be Wet & Bright

Bryce — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:35:31 +0000

Admittedly, it’s not as bad as it sounds. Too Faced Cosmetics has released a new lipgloss that actually indicates when women are in the mood for sex by changing from clear to deep red when hormones are running high.

It works by reacting to a woman’s own body chemistry, and it even comes with a little cheat sheet so a partner can decode the lips of the wearer. The cheat sheet comes in the form of a color chart that depicts specific shades representing specific levels of… shall we say, horniness?
Mood Swing Emotionally Activated Lip Gloss is the brainchild of Too Faced Cosmetics, and boasts such celeb fans as Katy Perry (so apparently it’s ok for kissing girls, too).

Ferrari: The Small Edition

Bryce — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 16:53:11 +0000

This is The Luxury Spot, after all. So, in the name of unnecessary and luxurious extravagances, I present to you the child-size 1992 Ferrari. It’s all your child’s early 90’s dreams come true for only $25,000. Not surprisingly, this car is currently held at Motorcars of Long Island in Huntington Station. Obviously if there’s going to be a buyer for an outdated piece of luxury, it’s some schmuck from Long Island.

Bravo!

And if you don’t have a kid to spoil with a Ferrari (what a shame!), this car is basically a flashier alternative to a Mini Cooper. I just hope you girls can drive a stick.

Spring Craves: 80’s High School Gear

Bryce — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 23:37:11 +0000

I know it’s only about 3 or 4 weeks away till the weather is just right for me to break out all my official Spring gear… and that means the time is now to start updating my wardrobe staples. In some crazy sense of ironic glory, I’ve decided to update by backdating. I can’t get enough of the late 80’s/early 90’s “I’m on the set of Saved by the Bell” looks… it is what it is.

One of my fave lines that fits the bill of hipster-meets-uptown-meets-Zach Morris is Democracy of Nevermind. Check out this fun denim vest that’s just screaming for me to wear it with silk shorts when I’m in Costa Rica in April. On sale for $62 at RevolveClothing.com

Fabulous Moschino Pants

Bryce — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 03:05:56 +0000

Once in a while, some randomly fabulous fashion item enters our wardrobes and touches us in a very, very special way. In years past that item might’ve been the perfect pair of skinny jeans, the most broken in t-shirt, or the little silk dress that seemed to work for every occasion. Fast forward to Spring 2010: Moschino’s Button Tab Pants.

Normally over $1000, these pants feature expert tailoring that hug your curves in all the right ways. High-waisted, pleated to perfection, and detailed with little button tabs, you’ll be wearing these pants through spring with 5″ heels and a wifebeater for drinks out, or with peep-toe red pumps and a cropped jacket for a power meeting next fall.

Currently on sale for about $350 from Neiman Marcus (win!).

Jessica Simpson Doesn’t Brush Her Teeth (WTF?!)

Bryce — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:00:22 +0000

Just when you think she can’t get any sillier, Jessica Simpson admits to not brushing her teeth according to UsMagazine.com.

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“I don’t brush my teeth,” she says, “no, really!” Oh boy. Apparently dirty teeth make you a dirty girl in bed, because John Mayer still can’t get enough.

“I just use Listerine – and sometimes I’ll use my sweater,” says the popstar.

“I do brush every now and again, but my teeth are extremely powerful. Fine, maybe when I’m 60 I’ll be all, ‘ow!’”

Need A Job? Your Boobs Will Get You One!

Bryce — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:18:08 +0000

Based on the title, you’re assuming porn, being the body shot girl at the local college bar, or assistant manager at Hooters. Good news! Not the case! Some genius girl came up with the concept of putting her resume on her shirt, and I hate to say it, but we all know sex sells. It’s doubtful that she’ll be landing a position as CFO of a Fortune 500 company… but heck, all the gal might want is a secretarial position in a local real estate developer’s office. I’d say mission accomplished.

images via Flickr

Why Didn’t I Think of This?!

Bryce — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:45:45 +0000

Sometimes you see another person’s idea and just think, “I can’t believe I didn’t think of that!” Basically, that’s exactly how I felt when I saw DIY Carebear costumes for kids. My son is 14 months old now, and way too old to be dressing as a Carebear (sidenote: alternate title for this post was “How to Guarantee Your Son Grows Up Gay”). It’s a shame. 7 months ago I would’ve dressed that kid up exactly like this:

Want to make this costume yourself? Do-it-yourself-instructions here.

Texas: Land of Style & Elegance

Bryce — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:21:30 +0000

I think the photo says enough, but I think it’s safe to say that this women took the whole “bigger in Texas” concept to an inappropriate level.

Train Yourself to Eat Classier

Bryce — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:09:33 +0000

Too ashamed to eat at fancy restaurants with out-of-towners? Nervous they’ll use the wrong utensils, or worse, use a caviar spoon to feed the chihuahua they smuggled in their Ed Hardy bag?

Problem solved! I found training placemats! Instantly all your heathen friends will become posh citizens of the upper crust. Bravo!

Top 5 Deep Conditioners on Any Budget

Bryce — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 13:18:55 +0000

The girls here at TheLuxurySpot are all different. Some of us have fine blonde hair, others (like myself) have thick curly tresses that need extra love and attention. We’ve put together another fabu “Top 5″ list of conditioners we love that suit every type of hair and budget.

1. Samy Deep Conditioning Treatment is thick and fragrant. We let it sit for 10 minutes with a hot towel (perfect time to put on a face mask), and rinsed with warm water. Hair was noticeably softer and knot-free. For under $5, it’s a cheap and cheerful way to hydrated locks.

2. Russell Organics Argan Oil is the purest form of Argan oil you can buy. Argan oil is known as “liquid gold” in the beauty community for it’s ability to moisturize on a deep level without feeling greasy or heavy. The oil is perfect for taming frizz, adding shine, or sealing light moisture into fine hair without the weight of a heavy conditioner. In our opinion, Argan oil is a must-add ingredient to any hair routine.

3. Paul Mitchell Super Charged Moisturizer is meant to be used on a weekly basis. It’s formulated with panthenol, soy protein, and vitamin E to leave hair soft, shiny, and easy to manage. We liked it for because the scent seemed gender-neutral, which means if your boyfriend has gorgeous locks he can maintain them from your shower.

4. Paul Labrecque Repair Condition is a restorative hair mask that combines the power of silk proteins, egg, soy, and even macadamia nut oils to seal moisture into every strand of your hair. It’s rich, thick, smells delish and get’s the job done. It’s a bit pricey at $40, but using the combo will leave your hair hydrated without feeling too heavy. Especially good for locks prone to humidity-frizz.

5. EMK Placental is the priciest of the batch, but if you’re worried about thinning hair, it might just be the ticket for you. The core ingredient is placental protein extract, known to strengthen the root of each strand and help prevent hair loss and damage. Each little vial contains a loose, non-greasy liquid that is meant to be applied directly to the scalp. For those of you with fine, thin hair, this treatment will work best for you because it won’t weigh your hair down at all.

…and for those of you on a REALLY tight budget, here’s a recipe for an at-home deep conditioning treatment. It’s ideal for medium-coarse hair since the natural oils might weigh hair down.

1 large ripe avocado, vanilla extract

Use a fork to mash the avocado in a bowl, add 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract (simply for aromatic reasons). Work the mixture through hair. Use a wide-tooth comb to make sure the distribution is even. Wrap a warm towel around your head for 15 minutes, rinse. Shampoo and condition as normal.