"Fashion Fights Against Breast Cancer"

Our first-ever Fashion Against Breast Cancer event was a huge success! More than 50 people joined the Luxe Group Mobile Spa & Salon this past Tuesday night at Tiffany & Co. in The Domain of Austin, raised money for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. 

If anyone knows about luxury, it's Tiffany and Co., and in a rare Austin Fashion Week appearance, they opened their doors to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. It was the perfect setting for a glamorous, high-fashion charity benefit; the late afternoon sun poured through the store's windows, sparkling off of the diamonds, pearls, and Tiffany-blue aquamarines on display and setting the tone for luxury.

Seven models, with hair and makeup beautifully styled by our own Luxe team, stepped out in stunning new pieces from the Fall Collection of local award-winning designer, Linda Asaf. Striking a pose as live mannequins, they displayed Linda's gorgeous designs paired with earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings from Tiffany and Co., signature collections, carefully selected to compliment the clothing.

Guests milled around the store, sipping champagne, admiring the dresses, hair and makeup creations, and were had the opportunity to try on exquisite jewelry - including that ring that sparkles so nicely on your hand.

Linda Asaf was herself among the attendees, and graciously offered comments about her designs, an occasional autograph, and invitations to visit her shop in downtown Austin.

As guests left the party, they were presented with a bag of even more delights, including one of our newest items, Charity Kases lip balm, and a Vanilla Champagne cupcake from CupKate's Cupcakes -which is even more delicious than you imagine.

It was a great evening, and we are pleased to be able to support breast cancer research in such a glamorous way! We want to thank everyone who made the event a possibility: the coordinators of Austin Fashion Week, the lovely and gracious management team at Tiffany & Co., featured designer Linda Asaf, Kate of CupKate's, our exquisite models, and everyone who came out to support the cause!

We have to say thank you to Andrew of Sterling Images Online, for the great video above!

Luxe Luv,

XOXO

We are super excited to be participating in Austin’s Brides Against Breast Cancer event this weekend! There will be tons of gowns and it’s just really a great program to be a part of… Buy your tickets for VIP Hour on Friday and enjoy a fun girls night out… or come out Saturday/Sunday to check out all the amazing dresses and gowns. Reserve your tickets soon – hope to see you there!

“FIND THE GOWN OF YOUR DREAMS AND BRING EDUCATION, INFORMATION, AND OUTREACH TO SOMEONE AFFECTED BY CANCER”

Brides Against Breast Cancer allows brides-to-be a chance to find the gown of their dreams at a remarkable price. Most gown prices range from $99 to $799*, including hundreds of beautiful new name brand and designer gowns valued up to $8,000. Exclusive designer and couture gowns valued up to $20,000 are also available at an incredible 25% to 75% savings.

Luxe Luv,
XOXO

Make Your Diamonds Blush from a Sparkling Smile!

Your smile is super important for everyday, but especially today of all days, which will be the most photographed day of your life! (no pressure, lol)

So how do you achieve those pearly whites? There are three ways to get the teeth that make your diamonds blush!


The first is the most obvious, visit your dentist and discuss options for professional teeth whitening. This can take several visits, depending on the affect that you are looking to achieve. And although this most definitely works, it is the most expensive option, ranging from $650 and up, per visit. Your dentist also has at home teeth whitening kits from $100 - $400 available.

For those of you that are budget-nistas, your second option is trying the Crest 3D Whitening System. Yes the entire system, not just the strips, but the toothpaste, and wash as well, to get best results! This has been rated the best over the counter teeth whitening system by dentist and users all over the country. Available at your local drugstore from $30 and up.

Third, is an old- y but a goody! Peroxide and Baking Soda, which have been used for years to not only clean teeth, but overtime can whiten as well. Simply take one teaspoon of baking soda, and add a couple of your drops of peroxide to make a paste, and brush normally. Do not ingest and rinse well. Available for $2!

Before you embark on any of these or any other options, ask your dentist for a realistic idea of the results you are likely to achieve and how long it should take to achieve them. Expectations play a major role not only in love but in teeth whitening as well!

Luxe Luv,
XOXO

We are not dentists are doctors, so please consult with a medical professional before utilizing the above advice. 

The Sexy Underarm!

  Okay so you're reading this thinking, "now, what now?!" The Sexy Underarm?! Yes you read right...

We are in full wedding season swing, and that means that we are getting tons of requests to help brides look their best on the BIG DAY. One of the more popular concerns, especially from summer brides is.....how do I get my underarms to look their best?  Strapless and sleeveless gowns are prevailing bridal fashion, and shaving or simply waxing is just not enough to get those gorg, sexy underarms wedding ready. Even if you aren't getting married, summer dresses, and tank tops leave your underarms out to enjoy the season as well, so enjoy the tips below.

Here are a few tips to take your underarms to Sexy Town!

Step 1: Daily buffing- You can get buffing pads at any drugstore. Simply take the buffing pad and lightly buff your underarm, while in the shower. This rids your arm of not only dead skin, but deodorant buildup and also lint left from clothing.

Step 2: Shave with a fresh razor- Change your razor at least every two weeks, once a week is better. The fresh razor, as opposed to, that one that has taken residence in your shower caddy, gives your underarms a clean shave. No pulling, or cutting of the follicles, that will then heal and subsequently darken.

Step 3: Natural deodorant- Once your now beautiful underarms have completely dried, apply a natural deodorant. Natural brands do not contain harsh chemicals, that can contribute to skin darkening under the arm. Other natural options include using a baking soda paste, instead of deodorant. As baking soda kills order naturally.

Bonus tip: Want to lighten your underarms without harsh bleaching cremes? Use potatoes, natures natural lightener! Simply cut in half, and rub under your arm. It's gradual over time so have patience and repeat.

So raise those arms high this summer, confident that they are summer ready!

Luxe Luv,
XOXO

Prom 2012 Season Trends

Awesome runway ready beauty trends that you can rock at your prom this year! Make your eyes standout with amazingly lush lashes. Be unique and fun with adding colorful hair extensions or temporary color, or even rock a red lip!

Luxe Luv,

XOXO

*the amazing hair color was done by our stylist Maria Sardi, and the red lip look by our MUA Sarah Stafford - to book set an appointment in the side bar*