After a full day of shopping in the markets of saint-Oouen and Vanves, followed by a brief visit to Les Halles, we stepped out of the Metro, and onto Blvd. Haussmann. Blvd. Haussmann is where the 10 story mall, Galleries Lafayette is home. Galleries Lafayette is the most amazing shopping mall you will…
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After a full day in Paris, Hubby asked why the French women were known for their fashion.. Was it not obvious? Well, I guess to the average American male, non. I had to explain that even though every French woman wasn’t walking around in Chanel with a Hermes Kelly in…
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Hello Divas! The Essence Music Festival attracts lots of celebrities. Celebrities were there promoting their movies, television shows, and music. Some celebrities participated in informative panel discussions during the Empowerment Summit at the New Orleans Convention center. And other celebrities came to the festival to have a good time! Who…
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If you caught my post two months ago on Voluspa, you will know that it is my absolute favorite candle in the world. In Paris, I got to experience the full aromatic experience that is Diptyque. The brand of both home and personal fragrance is not foreign to the US, but not…
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Hello Divas! Life is beautiful. Enjoy it! Day one of the 2011 Essence Music Festival has been packed full of activities and entertainment. When I landed in New Orleans a Ford driver greeted us in baggage claim and whisked us into a brand new white 2011 Ford Explorer. Initially I…
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Chamele is going to share her Paris adventures with us! Yeah! Her Paris posts will be featured all next week on Luxetips. Here is a preview of what is in store! Just when I thought I had it all packed, I ran across a couple of essential items for my…
No Comments + Read MoreHello Divas! Focus on your blessings and what you have instead of wanting what other have. Being thankful leads to more blessings! Well I have some very exciting news to share!! By the time you read this post, I will be on my way to the Essence Music Festival as…
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Hello Divas! I hope all is fantabulous in your world! Lancôme has joined forces with world-renowned Japanese visual designer Yayoi Kusama for an irresistible collection of six limited-edition petite glosses this summer. The packaging and colors are insane! Check them out: The colors include: Pop Art Hazelnut, Happy Honey, Rose Blossom, Dot Apricot,…
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For lack of a better phrase, OMG! TJMaxx never ceases to amaze me. The latest treat the store is offering- the most amazing leather purses from Badgley Mischka. Badgley shoes are a favorite of mine, particularly since last summer’s purchase, the Xoa, a big girl shoe if ever I saw one. But I digress. The Calista is a school-book…
1 Comment + Read MoreHello Divas!Positivity is more powerful than negativity. Practice positivity always!Next weekend New Orleans will host the annual Essence Music Festival Weekend. Essence Music Festival is the largest African American music and culture event in the U.S. attracting over 250,000 participants. Wow! That is incredible! This year’s festival headliners are Mary J….
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