Salvage Life in NEET Magazine

Check out Salvage Life in the new issue of N.E.E.T. Magazine, March 2009.

The Perfect Smokey Eye...

I don't know about you guys but I find it so hard to recreate the smokey-eyed look that so many models and celebrities wear in magazines and the red carpet. I always thought that because I have darker skin I had to use more eye shadow but I have been using the wrong technique! The video above shows make-up artist Johnny Lavoy applying the perfect smokey eye to Ethopian-born model Gelila Bekele. I find it particularly useful since Gelila has a similar skin tone to myself. I think dark charcoal and burgundy are much more flattering colors for this look - say "no" to standard black.

Love Baby Kisses

Everyone eventually must face it. The time of your life when everyone around you jumps on the baby train. Naturally, with babies come showers, ( lots and lots of showers) which equals lots of itty bitty gifts. While searching for the perfect gifts for little tikes, I found some of the worlds cutest kid stuff from Kristen at Love Baby Kisses. I especially like "hootie" the owl. Chiggity check it out.

Still more events...

If you are looking for some fun to break up your work week, there are boatloads of things to do (yes, other than the rodeo). Here are some of this weeks hot and hip highlights.

Vaughan Christopher Spring Art Show Kick Off - March 5th, 6-8 p.m.

My favorite new gallery in H-town will be hosting Midnight in the Garden of Warhol and Haring, their fresh spring art exhibition. Cocktails, hors doeuvres, and amazing art...sounds like heaven.

Rebecca & Drew - the perfect button up shirt boutique is unveiling its spring collection while supporting The Women's Home. While you check out their new duds, bring your gently loved button front shirts to donate to working women at The Women's Home. Also, one customer will win a makeover from Michael Kemper salon and a new outfit from Rebecca & Drew. Just send the owner, Lindsay a letter at lindsay@rebeccaanddrew.com telling her why you or a co-worker is in need of a new look.Starts at 6 p.m.

Shecky's Girls Night Out - March 4th-5th -5-10p.m.

Just a reminder that this wild night of shopping and cocktails will commence this Wednesday and Thursday. Call a cab.

Thursday's Rock at Discovery Green - Thursdays in March at 6:30

Compete in a weekly Wii tournament and prove that you are the biggest geek in town. The first hour is for 18 and under, after that, it's for big kids like you and me.

VINTAGE BARRETTES!!!!

My beautiful daughter Ruby was born with a full head of hair which has me dreaming of all the ways I will decorate it. I found these fantastic barrettes made from the most adorable vintage cabochons at Kitchen Table Studios. The only problem is, I would probably end up keeping them all for myself!

DVB: The Victoria Beckham Collection

Everyone's favorite Spice Girl has officially made her mark on the fashion world. While she was always one to watch on the red carpet and had previously collaborated on collections with other established fashion labels, now the icon has stepped out on her own. The Victoria Beckham Collection debuted with just a modest 10 dresses at New York Fashion week in January of this year. Available in sizes 2 - 10, the collection featured only form-fitting looks that paid an obvious tribute to one of Victoria's favorite designers, Roland Mouret. The collection received positive reviews and the fashion diva is back with twenty-three brand new looks for Fall. Check them out here or see below for six of my favorite looks. To learn more about Victoria's line visit www.victoriabeckhamcollection.com. U.S residents can find her clothes at Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus, naturally. U.K folks should visit Selfridges & Co and Harrods. As you've probably guessed, these items are not cheap. Expect to pay between $900 - $5000. However, you will not be disappointed. These dresses are finely crafted and will excentuate your most flattering attributes. Men may not be able to take their eyes off you... you have been warned.
Above and below are six looks from The Victoria Beckham Collection's latest line.

SPCA Mutt Strut

This is a crazy week! There are tons of little events going on, and I want to go to ALL of them. Here's one of my favorites.

The SPCA is having their 2009 Mutt Strut and Runway Race this Saturday, March 7th. Each step you and your furry friend make on the Bush Intercontinental runway, can raise money for less fortunate pups. Can you think of a better excuse to exercise? You can register here, or if you'd rather take a cat nap, you can make donations here.