Braids are as hot as the summer sun in South Florida and are a sure way to add a little texture and excitement to any hairstyle– they work great on all hair types and lengths, and may be worn in a number of different ways. One of the most popular amongst celebrities is the fishtail– a two stranded braid that looks best when swept over to one side and not
LAZARO TRUNK SHOW JULY 6-7 In Miami
In the market for a wedding dress? Don’t miss the LAZARO Trunk Show this Friday and Saturday at Chic Parisien in Coral Gables! Choose from a stunning selection of couture gowns while the designer himself makes his favorite recommendations for you. Enjoy bubbly champagne in the comfort of their gorgeous showroom as you are mesmerized and pampered with the luxuries of everything wedding. To make an appointment with a bridal
Kick Start Beautiful Healthy Living
Like Batman and Robin, Sonny and Cher, Bert and Ernie, Diet AND Exercise will forever be linked when it comes to designing a successful weight loss program and living a healthy lifestyle. We have discussed several different ways for you to kick start your fitness programs and have given you some great Pilates moves you can practice independently at home. Since what you eat is just as important as how
Trunk Shows – What You Need to Know
So, you’ve announced your engagement, shared all the magnificent details about how he popped the question and now you’re diligently making a list of all the things you need to accomplish to plan your perfect wedding day. Likely, one of the items at the top of that list is selecting a wedding gown. You’ve been scouring pictures in magazines and searching online. You know the style you think you want
I’m Engaged! Now What? Wedding Budgets 101
Congratulations on your Engagement! You are about to embark on the amazing journey to the rest of your life with your perfect half. As soon as the immediate engagement celebrations are over, there a couple of things to think about– OK, maybe a few more than a couple. Many couples are often unsure of how to kick-start wedding mode and ask themselves; “What’s next?” First thing is First–before we think
The Blissful Bride
We are in full bloom Bridal Bliss…. Brides are springing from every direction! As a bridal makeup specialist, I LOVE this time of the year!! My number one inspiration is always my bride, but there are many other details I like to take into consideration when I create a makeup look. Makeup is almost like an accessory. We search for the perfect shoe, earrings, headpiece or clutch. We look for
Spring 2012 Hot Hair Trend: Ponytail
For years, pulling your hair back was just for dirty hair days, or to go and sweat at the gym. That was then… For Spring/Summer 2012, the ponytail in all its forms is one of the major hair trends of the season. That’s why top designers like Donna Karan, Nichol Farhi, and Monique Lhuillier are sporting them throughout their runways. You Choose- THREE PARTED PONYTAIL HIGH PONYTAIL LOW PONYTAIL SIDE
A Colorful Season
What a gorgeous time of year – spring has officially sprung! Every time I look at the landscape around our fabulous South Florida surroundings, my eyes delight in the arrival of the season. I can’t help but smile when I see so many shades of yellows, pinks and reds popping up (although we do have the good fortune of a year-round tropical climate, I always enjoy the spring flowers). For
THE EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORKOUT
No time for exercise? Here’s a no excuse way to fit in a workout everyday. Simple math is all it takes to schedule exercise time: cut out one hour of evening TV and set your alarm to wake up 30 min earlier. Presto! You’ve just accomplished two great things for your body; 30 minutes more sleep and 30 minutes available for morning exercise. If you don’t need more sleep you
Chic Parisien In Puerto Rico
This week, my sales team and I are busy packing dozens of dresses as we will be visiting Puerto Rico for our annual Monique Lhuillier Trunk Show. My mind has been focused on preparing for a destination event, so I thought it would be fitting to share some wedding dress tips specifically for brides who may be considering a destination wedding. Even though you won’t have nearly as many dresses
Wave Goodbye to Straight Hair!
Whether it’s on the red carpet, runway, or down the aisle, one thing is for sure: WAVES Are Everywhere! Just as the ocean is filled with various shapes and sizes of waves, you too have a huge selection when choosing the perfect waves that best fits you and your hair. The reason why I absolutely LOVE creating waves is because there is no other look sexier in a woman –
The Best Beauty Looks From Fall 2012 NY Fashion Week
Some of the best beauty looks from NYC Fall 2012 Fashion Week were: Smoky Green Cat Eyes at Jason Wu Bright, Red Lips at Monique Lhuillier and Marc Jacobs Fresh, Glowy Skin at Preen The latest 2012 fashion trend is all about the color red. Crimson is considered the “new black”. With that said, red lips are your best accessory! The little black dress turns into white… Many designers showed
To Train or Not to Train
Do you feel you don’t know how to get started on a successful training program? Are you tired of your current exercise routine and looking for some motivation? Hiring a personal trainer or other certified fitness professional can be a step in the right direction and help jump start a great fitness routine. A good trainer or fitness professional can help you set up a program that meets your needs
Marchesa Makes Headlines
Since our last post regarding how Hollywood styles have been impacted by bridal trends, it’s been fun to watch what’s hot and what’s not in fashion during this awards season. Long recognized for their magnificent eveningwear collection, which is regularly seen adorning Hollywood’s hottest celebrities, Marchesa is a definite favorite among the stars. One simply cannot watch one of these awards shows without admiring the amazing designs by Marchesa flowing
Ombre Is Still Hot!
You have to try the latest craze that has been going strong for months now- OMBRE. I absolutely love everything there is about this hot trend. Even though I may have some skeptics in the crowd, all I ask is that you allow me the opportunity to explain why ombre coloring may be something you will consider…. What is The Ombre Hair trend? I like to describe it as a
Spring Is In The Air
We are getting ready to spring into the new season and color is everywhere!! The spring fashion trends show lots of soft hues, such as white, ivory and pretty pastel. With soft color palettes on the runway, designers are creating contrasts incorporating makeup that is bold and bright. The makeup colors you will want for Spring 2012 begin with tangerine and cherry lips, jade and cobalt liner, glossy, shimmering soft
Fit and Fabulous for the Big Day
Planning for the Big Day is a Big deal. And for the most part we want everything to be BIG…. A Big Cake, A Big Centerpiece, A Big Dress, a Big Party… but what we can do without is looking BIG on our BIG Day. Here are some great tips on how to trim down in time for your upcoming nuptials: Start early…most brides begin wedding planning at least 6-12
Red Carpet Style Mirrors Bridal Trends
When deciding upon the right wedding day look, many brides scour through thousands of pages of wedding magazines and search dozens of wedding sites for pictures of brides showcasing the latest styles. They also turn to the pages of celebrity magazines to find out what’s hot in Hollywood weddings and to find out which celebrities walked down the aisle and said their I dos wearing a classic ballgown dress
Team Milian Fitness Expert: Christa Gurka
Christa Gurka, founder and president of Pilates in the Grove and Pilates on the Beach, has a long history in the health and wellness industry. She began her career as a personal trainer and athletic trainer over 15 years ago. She graduated from University of Miami with a Bachelors of Health Science and then went on to receive a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy in 1999. It was in
Beautiful Hair? YES!
Happy New Year Ladies!! I am so excited about sharing my insights and tips for your hair this year. Ok let’s face it; we have all heard the cliché about starting fresh and new for the New Year. But seriously, there is something to be said about change. We all need it! It absolutely makes life more interesting. Here are my top 3 New Year’s resolutions for your hair: GO
New Year, New You
When a woman looks great, she feels great; but with cold winter days upon us, the change of weather can be detrimental to our skin. Along with making resolutions for the New Year, one hopes to create better habits. On your list for 2012, please add something very important; YOUR FACE! The trend for this season is to propel that baby soft skin. Hydrated, plump, glowing and fresh… Here are