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Book Club Monday

posted on : January 23, 2017 posted by : nicolesteinthal 4 Comments

Are you ready for the must read book for the winter? The Futures by Anna Pitoniak is feted as “the next great New York novel and an emotional page turner”. Here is the story line:

Julia and Evan fall in love as undergraduates at Yale. For Evan, a scholarship student from a rural Canadian town, Yale is a whole new world, and Julia–blond, beautiful, and rich–fits perfectly into the future he’s envisioned for himself. After graduation, and on the eve of the great financial meltdown of 2008, they move together to New York City, where Evan lands a job at a hedge fund. But Julia, whose privileged upbringing grants her an easy but wholly unsatisfying job with a nonprofit, feels increasingly shut out of Evan’s secretive world.

With the market crashing and banks failing, Evan becomes involved in a high-stakes deal at work–a deal that, despite the assurances of his Machiavellian boss, begins to seem more than slightly suspicious. Meanwhile, Julia reconnects with someone from her past who offers a glimpse of a different kind of live. As the economy craters, and as Evan and Julia spin into their separate orbits, they each find that they are capable of much more–good and bad–than they’d ever imagined. REVIEW AMAZON.COM

For more information to to purchase this book, click HERE.

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Weekend Real Estate Stalking

posted on : January 22, 2017 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

The Sundance Film Festival is in full swing. I cannot wait to hear about all the must see movies that come out of this event. In the meanwhile, I read about the most amazing ski house right in the Sundance area. If I were to attend the festival, I would love to be staying in this home. It totally has the vibe of the area and OMG!! the view!!!!

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Fashionable Friend Friday

posted on : January 20, 2017 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

I have to repeat my Fashionable Friend Friday pick this week and choose Cameron Silver, The King of Vintage, again. Cameron is the founder of the amazing high end Vintage store, Decades in LA and the Creative Director for the H Halston Brands. He is a an expert in the field of high fashion. I had the amazing opportunity to interview Cameron today. We spoke about his beautiful coffee table book, Decades: A Century of Fashion, his reality show The Dukes of Melrose, what pieces of clothing every woman should have in their closet, what to get rid of right now and so much more. You can listen to the interview HERE. Bon Weekend!!!

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Middle of the Night Brownies

posted on : January 19, 2017 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

I found this recipe on a local blogger’s page, Mangia Michelle. She doctors up a brownie mix to make brownies that you will dream about…so much so, that your cravings will wake you up in the middle of the night, to go grab another one!!!! This recipe is perfect for our house, as my girls love to bake and bring treats into their classmates to share during advisory (similar to home room). Happy Baking!!!!

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adapted from Mangia Michelle Blog

1 box brownie mix (Duncan Hines Chewy Fudge Brownie works the best)

3/4 cup toffee bits (Heath bits o brickle toffee bits)

1 cup milk chocolate chips (melted)

2 tablespoons brewed coffee

1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Prepare the brownies according to the directions on the box. Choose the 2 egg option, for fudge-like brownies.

To the brownie mixing bowl, add the toffee bits, melted chocolate, coffee, vanilla. Stir until combined.

Bake according to the directions on the box, but check the brownies at finished baking time (before removing from the over). Insert a tooth pick into the brownies and if they are too wet, cook for an additional 10 minutes until the toothpick comes out clean.

Allow to cool well before cutting. The brownies will be super fudgey and delicious!!!

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Beauty Products I Cannot Live Without

posted on : January 18, 2017 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

I am always getting questions as to what beauty products I use and recommend. I do like to try different things, especially once I read about them, but there are some items that I keep going back to and have become staples for me. As far as makeup, I stick to Laura Mercier. Hands down, it is the BEST makeup company and I have tried so many (Madonna would never steer us wrong, she has also been a long time customer!!!!). Trust me go to a Laura Mercier counter and have them try some of the products on you…you will see!!!! Below are some of the other favs that you will find in my bathroom and make up bag! Enjoy!!!

Right before the holidays, I purchased this Dyson Supersonic Hairdryer. I had been reading about how great it is and it’s always sold out at my Sephora so my curiosity was totally piqued. I know it has a hefty price tag but boy is it worth it. It dries your hair in about 30 secs with so much body and shine. My 2 daughters and I are currently using it and all three of us are addicted. I do not think there is a better hair dryer on the market.

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The Beauty Counter Charcoal Cleansing Bar is hands down the best facial cleanser I have ever used. It leaves your skin so clean and just feels amazing. I have given this bar as gifts to all of my friends and family. I have even cut my bar in half so friends can try it for themselves.

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Another favorite of mine is the Beauty Counter Cleansing Balm. I love this as well…You can use it two ways as a cleanser straight from the jar or as a night mask while you sleep. It is such an amazing hydrator for your skin.

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There are tons of teeth whitening products on the market that it is hard to choose. After trying so many, I keep coming back to the Go Smile products. They definitely work the best and the quickest. I have gotten my mom addicted to this as well, it’s that good.

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This Benefit They’re Real mascara makes your lashes thick and long. Definitely one of the best mascaras I have tried yet.

Another of my favorites is the Yonique 3D Fiber Lash Mascara. It is a two part process but you will swear you look like you just had false eyelashes applied. I use this mascara for going out at night!!!

Tried and True Aqua Net. You can buy every single hair spray at Sephora. Trust me I almost have, and nothing will hold a candle to the AMAZING $3 can of Aqua Net. I use it for volume, and to keep every strand it place. Trust me, it will never disappoint.

This is the only hair brush you will ever buy. Mason Pearson brushes last a lifetime. They smooth and shine your hair.

Lastly, this is an item, my 3 children cannot live without. These Clear and Go facial cleansing pads keep their skin clean, and blemish free. My college age son goes through containers of these, they are so convenient and work so well. To purchase them, please contact Skin NY-Westchester.

And……..it never ends…these are the products I will be trying out this week!!! Stay Tuned!!!

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Embellished Hats To Keep You Warm

posted on : January 17, 2017 posted by : nicolesteinthal 0 Comment

Ladies, lets ditch the logo hats for just a minute, and
go for something a little more special. I know you
want to show love for your favorite teams and brands
but its time to add a glamorous touch to your outerwear.
I have seen embellished hats in the forefront of
fashion and topping off some of the most glam outfits.
Here are a few of the cutest ideas and not a logo in site….