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cupcakeMAG's dream nursery was exclusively featured on Project Nursery!
Head over now to read our interview and get all the details on how we made one readers dream come true!
Check out the gallery for more details and photos on this project.
Leave us some love while you're there!
And, big thanks to Project Nursery!

Guest Blog Post over on Firefly Confections!

Head on over to oh-so-sweet blog written by the even sweeter baker, Sandy! 

I did a little guest post over the weekend. 

Alright cupcakes, I am no Betty Crocker but tell me what you think about the receipe I shared! 

{give you a little hint: nutella!}

Browse around Firefly Confections too!

Your sweet tooth will thank you!

Mommyhood to Hollywood Interview!

I finished up in interview with the lovely Founder of Mommyhood to Hollywood, Michelle yesterday! It was one of my favorite interviews I have ever done. I really enjoyed answering the questions and giving my readers a little peek into my life! I announced new things coming to cupcakeMAG too.

So head over to Mommyhood to Hollywood now and read it! Leave me some comment love if you can. I would LOVE to know what you learned about me! While you're there cruise around the FABulous Mommyhood to Hollywood site! {BIG THANKS to Michelle!}

lots of love cupcakes!

FOREVER 21 DEBUTS HOLOGRAM FASHION SHOW STATESIDE

Fast-fashion retailer made its mark this fall with a digital runway show

in Los Angeles and New York 

Forever 21, the global specialty retailer known for being at the forefront of fashion trends, is making its mark as a top leader in digital branding by bringing their never-before-seen toast of Europe, the Hologram Fashion Show, to eager crowds in Los Angeles and New York yesterday at The Daryl Roth Theater in Union Sqaure. 

“Our customers are very digitally savvy,” says Linda Chang, senior marketing manager, Forever 21. “We love that, because it challenges us to meet them head on with a fashion experience that’s innovative, fun and progressive.”

Forever 21 customers had two opportunities to see the Hologram Fashion Show. First at The Grove Los Angeles on Thursday, October 20, and in New York on Tuesday, October 25 at the Daryl Roth Theatre in Union Square. Forever 21 hosted their first ever on-site Pop-Up Shop at each event with curated looks inspired by the Hologram Fashion Show. 

About Forever 21 Inc.
Forever 21, Inc., headquartered in Los Angeles, is a specialty retailer of women's and men's clothing and accessories, known for offering the hottest and most current fashion trends at a great value to consumers. Forever 21's model of fast fashion works by keeping the store exciting with new merchandise brought in daily. The retailer operates over 480 stores in the United States, with international operations in Canada, Europe, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Philippines, and United Kingdom. For more information please visit:www.forever21.com.

INTRODUCING CLIP-IN ANIMAL PRINT STRIPS FROM PUT ON PIECES ® BY HAIRUWEAR ®

THINK: Animal print-inspired extensions.

WHAT THEY ARE: Extensions that let you embrace your inner tiger. Celebrities on and off the red carpet have been spotted sporting the season’s must-have hair trend: animal print extensions. Take a walk on the wild side and try out the trend cruelty-free with POP Clip-In Animal Print Strips, one-inch clip-in extensions that give hair a fierce effect. Each bright strip offers 16 inches of color that pops for standout hair that gets noticed.

A part of POP’s Freestyle Collection, Animal Print Strips are made with Tru2Life ® Heat-Friendly hair. The versatile strips can be curled or straightened with thermal styling tools just like your own hair, complementing any style you create. Choose from six fun and ferocious patterns or mix and match multiple to express yourself through your hair.

FANTASY COLORS: Ginger Tiger, Pink Tiger, Blue Tiger, Purple Tiger, White Tiger, Red Tiger

WHERE TO FIND IT: ULTA, ULTA.com and JC Penney Salons

WHAT THEY COST: $10.00 each (one clip-in strip per package)

Pin It Friday!

How are you painting your pumpkins this year?

Thanks to Pinterest we pinned this brilliant idea  via lovesome blog! 

What is your favorite pin of the day?

We can't wait to try these Chevron pumpkins! 

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Editors Pick -- Pop of Chic!

Since the moment I laid eyes on this bracelet {via Facebook} I completely fell in love. 

I know! Is that possible? I mean, it's a bracelet. 

But yes, I just can't get enough of the {Denisse} bracelet in coral. 

Now, don't get me wrong -- I love all the colors but the coral was the perfect Summer to Fall accessory!

Reason #1: 

The similar style sells on QVC for $137. Yes, almost $140! 

Pop of Chic brings it to us for only $25. 

Reason #2: 

I just love it. Oh, the sparkle! 

Reason #3:

It goes from season to season! Stack em' up or wear it alone. A bangle is a classic accessory. 

Reason #4: 

I just love it. Did I mention that already?

My suggestion? Head over to Pop of Chic on Facebook. 

We can promise, you will soon be addicted to their jewels. Oh, and the prices! 

Backstage at NYFW: Venexiana Show!

By: Tiffany Olson

Remember my article about the Venexiana show? Well, I had the opportunity to go backstage and get all the scoop on everything before the show! Here is your official backstage pass to all the behind the scenes fun!

Hair and Makeup!

Tons of photogs capturing the BECCA makeup artists at work!

Getting dolled up in BECCA Cosmetics!

Confessions of a NYFW Model: This gal above, said the Venexiana show was her 3rd of the day. At her first show, they put a lot of gel in her hair, for her 2nd show, she needed pin straight hair, so all the gel was fried out via straightening iron! She said she couldn't watch as her hair sizzled! Luckily for this show, it just went up, but she said it took over an hour to get this lovely look! We asked how she cares for her hair after fashion week is over, and she said she sleeps in conditioner over night to try to reverse all the damage! Phew! (I learned that male models have it way easier- no heels and no hair drama!)

Hair in progress...

And here's what the finished product looked like!

And here's the makeup guide all the BECCA Cosmetics gals used! I absolutely LOVED their makeup!

And here's a pic my friend snapped of me interviewing Venexiana designer, Kati Stern!

You can read my full interview with her {here}.

Here's Kati on the runway after the show! The crowd loved her!

Soo exciting! Thank you to the Venexiana team for letting me come backstage and play!

lia sophia love!

By: Tiffany Olson

During New York Fashion Week, I had the pleasure of meeting up with the fabulous lia sophia team and OMG was I dying over all the fabulous new jewelry!

Not familiar with lia sophia? It is a family owned, fashion jewelry company whose products are sold directly to customers through an international network of independent sales women. lia sophia empowers women to become their own CEOs and start their own businesses. Sounds empowering to me!!

Everyone from Kourtney Kardashian, to Ashlee Simpson, to Giuliana Rancic have been seen sporting lia sophia!

I went home with a ring and necklace that I've practically been wearing since I first put them on. They are both from the brand new "boudika" Red Carpet Collection, which debuted at fashion week. Here's Solange Knowles sporting MY arrow ring that I'm obsessed with! (Picture from front row of Vera Wang show last week!)

And an up close shot of the ring...

And here is the fabulous Giuliana Rancic in the pearl short bib necklace! I died over this necklace!

I got it in a longer version in gold! Very tribal meets preppy pearls in my opinion.

I chatted with lia sophia Creative Director Elena Kiam, and she was absolutely the sweetest most sincere and stylish woman! She shared her thoughts with me about how so many things are done electronically now, it's nice to have face to face time with friends while shopping for jewelry! I agree.

Here's what she said on her blog about the event:

"Each season, we set up a special lia sophia fashion suite adjacent to the runways that's exclusively for magazine editors and style influencers to view the collection. The vibe is amazing. From morning until late afternoon, the room is buzzing with tastemakers trying on the different styles, sharing their favorite trends and styles with us and each other, and generally having a lot of fun with jewelry."

Thank you so much to lia sophia for our fabulous jewels and having us in your suite during New York Fashion Week!

Follow lia sophia on twitter here - @lia_sophia

Visit their website here - www. liasophia.com

Add them on facebook here - http://www.facebook.com/liasophia

Note: The lia sophia boudika Red Carpet Collection is sold exclusively through lia sophia sales Advisors, who can be located through the company's website, www. liasophia.com - Prices range from $50-$600.

NYFW: Carlos Miele Spring 2012

By: Tiffany Olson

Carlos Miele kicked up the sizzle factor with his spring collection of hot dresses and coverups.

These models looked like they might have just came from lounging by in the pool on an exotic vacation, as they all had slicked back wet hair! And tans.

5 Thoughts about this show:

1. I love that the hair isn't "trying to hard."

2. I love the cinched waists: so flattering but hard to find in formal full length gowns.

3. Kate Middleton would totally approve of the deep "V" necks.

4. One shoulder gowns are here to stay. Yess!!!

5. I need to go somewhere tropical...

Happy weekend dolls!

Meet the NEW Ann Taylor in D.C.!

In case you haven't heard, there is a NEW Ann in town! Ann Taylor is celebrating the grand opening of new Ann Taylor concept store opening in D.C. at 600 Thirteenth Street this November.  This is the first Ann Taylor concept store opening in the area. Excited yet? We are beyond thrilled! 

Designed in partnership with S. Russell Groves architects, the new Ann Taylor boutiques (just like Ann Taylor DC) are inspired by a stylish modern contemporary home and provide a more intimate shopping experience that is chic, warm and inviting. What's not to love? The residential influence is brought to life through white washed maple hardwood floors, luxurious crystal chandeliers, modern tufted furniture and sleek feminine fixtures inspired by the ultimate closet. Wardrobing niches allow for stronger fashion stories as well as a broader assortment of product than other Ann Taylor stores. Decorative items add the finishing touch with an assortment of fashion books, jewelry vitrines and framed images on display throughout the space.

Special attention was also given to the design of the new styling rooms which feature unique floral wall coverings, luxe ottomans, plush carpeting, and a new proprietary lighting system with flattering back lit mirrors. Adjacent to the styling rooms is a private lounge area featuring an oversized touch screen monitor that provides access to anntaylor.com. The immediate access to the brand’s website allows clients to view and order the complete product assortment outside of what that particular store may carry – including additional fashion and wear-to-work styles, a broader assortment of shoes and petites, and online exclusives such as tall sizes and a Weddings and Events collection.  Curated fashion presentations and expert styling services add to the new store experience and make shopping easy. The key fashion message is complemented by shop-in-shop destinations including the Career Chic shop, a petites shop and an accessories shop. Dedicated stylists are also on staff and available for both walk-ins and appointments to help clients put together perfect individualized looks for any occasion.

{why we LOVE the NEW Ann Taylor!}

• Fashion-Forward Point of View:  Favorite looks of the season are styled on a runway of mannequins lining the middle of the store, making it easy to shop the best looks of the season.
• Boutique Feel: With “shops within the shop” there is a sense of discovery for the client (suit shop, casual shop, accessories shop).
• Lighting: Modern lighting including crystal chandeliers and proprietary lighting systems make the store warm, easy, and inviting.  
• Dressing Rooms: Feminine dressing rooms with individual floral wall coverings are set in a private lounge area with back lit mirrors and an ottoman.
• Multichannel: The dressing room area contains a multichannel touch screen for clients to easily find with product information. (Pinch us? What a dream!)

If this doesn't get you excited to shop than we aren't sure what will! Ann Taylor has gotten a major face lift and we are just swoonin' over all of it. 

NYFW: Lela Rose Spring 2012

By: Tiffany Olson

Lela Rose started her show by dimming the lights and playing John Lennon's "Imagine" in it's entirety, as the show was held on the 10th anniversary of 9.11. Once the lights came up it was all color and fun, as the models strutted down the runway in neon and playful prints.

Her inspiration for this show was reportedly the unrestored and decrepit aspects of Las Vegas and Coney Island.

Mandy Moore attended this show, and based on her reactions, not that I was stalking her reactions, (okay maybe a little), the white dress below was one of her favorites!!

PS - are you paying attention to the shoes on these models? You should.

Because...

.... all the shoes in the show are the new Lela Rose for Payless shoes!!

I do not tell a lie!

Dresses: hundreds of $$$

Shoes: Around $50

So go ahead and scout out which ones you want! I like these...

I cannot wait to get my hands on these shoes!!

Which shoes do you want? Do you agree with Mandy Moore's white dress pick?

I love them all, it's hard to choose!

Another job well done by Lela Rose.