Dance your way into May.
WEAR
Puma Lily Ballet Flats
What: Sturdy yet stylish leather, suede, and nylon shoes ($75) in five spring-friendly colors mix equal parts ’50s prepster and ballerina chic.
Why: They’re the ideal size to shove into your bag for alleviating on-the-go aching soles.
Where: Online at nordstrom.com.
PAMPER
M-61 Skin Care
What: The line ($19-$92) from the co-founder of Bluemercury keeps skin healthy and clear with everything you want (dermatologist-approved ingredients and natural extracts) and nothing you don’t (parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, or dyes).
Why: The Fast Blast (two-minute vitamin C slather), Perfect Cleanse (foaming face wash), Hydraboost (oil-free vitamin B5 peptide serum), and more.
Where: Online at m61labs.com.
| SPONSORED LISTING |
COMPETE Under Armour What: The brand’s What’s Beautiful challenge invites you to compete to be the new face of Under Armour Women (hint: You have to go well beyond looking hot in a sports bra). Why: You could win a year of free UA gear, celeb trainer workouts, nutritionist sessions, and a photo shoot — all for redefining the female athlete as a woman of drive and influence. When: Start your journey now. Where: Online at whatsbeautiful.ua.com. Follow #whatsbeautiful on Twitter. |
PAINT
Duality Cosmetics NailPak
What: Remover, polish, and file in one nifty little package ($20). Unscrew the chip-resistant hue to find 40 acetone-free pads and a circular nail file for touch-ups anytime, anywhere.
Why: Eighteen shades, including six named after each of the creator’s daughters. (Yes, you read that correctly.)
Where: Online at dualitycosmetics.com.
DRINK
Almond Water
What: Originally hailing from France, the fancy hydrator ($12 for six) is 100 percent natural, sweetly scented, and made using a time-honored technique.
Why: Add some to your coffee in lieu of milk for a mildly nutty kick.
Where: Online at victoriaskitchenrecipes.com.
CONNECT
CollabFinder
What: Have ideas but need some talent? Post a profile (interests, experience, skills) for free, then pitch and be pitched for projects calling for writers, illustrators, designers, and programmers.
Why: Power users include Facebook’s creative director (who uses it to scout talent for upcoming projects) and the folks behind Bitly.
Where: Online at collabfinder.com.
Photo: Courtesy of Puma
No comments:
Post a Comment