Offering a complete range of the brand’s signature shaving products and accessories, The Art of Shaving’s new Chandler location is the destination for luxury men’s grooming services using their The 4 Elements of the Perfect Shave®, a trademarked wet-shaving regimen that centers on the methodology: Prepare, Lather Up!, Shave, and Moisturize.

The famous barber spa combines traditional barber services with essential oil facial treatments to create an indulgent grooming experience in a masculine and luxurious environment. So prepare to be lathered up at The Art of Shaving in Chandler, or visit the Scottsdale Fashion Center location as well!

Chandler Fashion Center | 3111 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, Arizona | 85226

That’s right, there’s an online sale going on now at Ebay’s Fashion Vault for Kim Kardashians Dresses, clothes and of course, her amazing shoes. And perusing through the stylish closet of the once personal stylist to the stars, I breathed a sigh of relief when realizing that we do not share the same dress size. Whew! Dodged an expensive bullet there!

But just when I thought I was safe from the sale, I checked the shoe collection and fell in love with the Zebra Print Platform Christian Louboutin Heels. These brilliant shoes worn by Kim Kardashian on the red carpet of her life are up for the bidding for the next 4 days. And though I have a strange aversion to wearing others’ shoes, these are amazing. I love them. And as luck would have it, they are my size. They fit my feet right, but my wallet’s a bit too tight for them at the moment. But they could be yours.

Of course, there are other gorgeous shoes and clothes in the current eBay Fashion Vault, the top fashion sale portal of designer clothes and shoes, admitting to the gorgeousness that is Kim Kardashian style.

Check the entire sale out here. There are some great designer dresses and designer shoes for a great price. And some other shoes that I have my eye on and bids ready for, so watch out for those bidding against me! Happy Bidding!

At first, I was a bit surprised that the poll wasn’t topped by Bergdorf’s or Barneys New York, but after careful consideration and reflection on my own personal shopping experiences at all the major retailers just mentioned, Nordstrom has my vote, including the Nordstrom in Scottsdale at Scottsdale Fashion Square. And whether or not you’ve got thousands to drop in one shopping excursion, here are a few of my shopping tips for how to shop at Nordstrom and why I love to shop there:

• Well maintained store and store design – The Nordstroms in Scottsdale is clean, well lit and well maintained, making it a friendly shopping environment.
• Friendly staff – Nordstroms has long a industry reputations for treating their sales staff with respect and it’s obvious as to how long employees stay with the company. I routinely see the same sales staff at Nordstroms in Scottsdale.
• Spa, restaurant, coffee shop and other services on site – It’s a one stop shop for a pleasant day just by visiting this one store.
• Merchandising – The merchandising of quality brands is fabulous and makes it easy to find the styles and the latest trends you want.
• Sales and discounts – The twice yearly sales in June and January are always something to look forward to and save up for! Plus, regular sales and discounts on quality merchandise are comfortable and not “in your face” so to speak. And of course, Nordstrom Rack, another of our favorite stores in Scottsdale, is amazing for discounted merchandise. I frequent the North Scottsdale Nordstrom Rack and the Chandler Rack, near Chandler Fashion Center often.
• Variety of brands – I can shop for the entire family at Nordstroms in a variety of budgets.
• Family friendly – I speak from personal experience here when I say wheeling your screaming child through the store won’t gain snide looks and glances, furthering your distress and embarrassment! And the ladies room has comfortable chairs and lounge for things like nursing your baby. As I, again, can personally vouch for.
• How to Shop Nordstrom in Scottsdale (A few of my favorite shopping tips…): 1. My favorite time to shop is when the store first opens for the best selection and for a freshly organized store. 2. You can make an appointment with an on staff personal shopper to help guide your shopping experience. Or make an appointment to meet me there with you to navigate the store layout. 3. Park at the back covered garage on the street level or level 2 off Goldwater Blvd. near The Waterfront, just behind the store so you don’t have to walk through the mall, especially with kids. Level 1 parking does NOT have a direct entrance to the store, so you’ll have to take the stairs or elevator if you park on this level.

Though I consider myself and equal-opportunity shopper and visit other stores in Scottsdale regularly and not any more or less than, it’s easy for me to see why Nordstroms topped the Business Insiders list. And I can’t forget, Nordstrom Rack is always close to my heart for great deals!

What do you think? Are you a Nordstroms fan or which department store do you prefer? Comment and tell us why or take our quick poll…

Metallics ruled the red carpet recently at the Met Ball Gala in New York City and I have been searching for how to incoporate a shine into my summer wardrobe without overheating my budget and myself as summer kicks in. And I found these Diane Von Furstenburg Boymuda shorts in Metallic Silver are a fabulous option to stay cool and cool in this summer.

How to Wear Metallics: I consider metallics to be neutral so they mix and match well. Any of the metallic shorts will work with white tops, even simple white button downs for summer.

How to Wear Silver: And try silver-based metallics with warm colors like a soft pastel peach.

How to Wear Gold: Likewise, mix your golds with your cooler colors like blues.

How to Wear Them Both: Mix and match silvers and golds together. Wearing a silver metallic short like the DVF Boymuda? Mix with a gold watch and a few mixed silver and gold bracelets and bangles.

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The UK”s Telegraph Fashion also reports, “Louboutin said high heels are ”pleasure with pain” adding that he had no sympathy for women complain about wearing the shoes because he once saw Tina Turner perform for three hours in Madison Square Garden in New York wearing a pair.”

If you just don’t have the discipline or pain threshold for the shoes, not to worry. Louboutin announced over the weekend the development of Christian Louboutin cosmetics coming 2013. Will it be all rouges? Red packaging? Red bottomed? Only red lipsticks? We’ll have to wait and see how the famous red soles are incorporated (or not) into the line.

Get excited Phoenix because W Scottsdale is hosting a summer pop-up shop to help you splash into summer trends 2012 with the hottest looks and necessities.

The hotel’s second level WET Deck will be turned into a pop-up shop where local vendors such as Remix Watches, Lab2skin, Glow Goddess, Francesca’s and Lululemon Athletica will be offering fashion advice.

The vendors will talk about latest summer trends 2012 in poolside attire, for stylish and protective sunglasses, solutions for the perfect suntan and much more.

Shop the floor from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday, May 17 at the W Scottsdale Hotel in Scottsdale.

W Scottsdale Hotel | 7277 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, Arizona | 85251

It’s a perfect day for a maxi dress as your taking brunch in Scottsdale or at a downtown hotel where ever you are reading from. We love to shop for maxi dresses and here are a few styles of our favorite summer time maxi dresses from online shopping sites.

What is a maxi dress you may be asking? Long, flowing dresses that used to be popular for vacation or resort wear, have now become a daily part of our dress, especially on special weekends or outings such as Mother’s Day. For more on What Is a Maxi Dress and How to Wear It, click here.

If you don’t have at least one maxi dress in your closet, it may be time to pick one of these!

Green strapless maxi dress from MSGM featuring a draped design with pleats and a contrasting blue panel to the back.

Black cotton maxi dress from Rick Owens featuring a round neckline sleeveless fitted and slightly sheer.

Yellow silk maxi dress from Etro featuring a v-neckline multicolour paisley print thick waistband detail and pleated skirt detail.

Peacock green maxi dress from Roberto Cavalli featuring a halterneck strap and cut away detail on the front with gold-tone chain embellishments.

Sage maxi dress from Kai Aakmann featuring a one-shoulder neck-line a removable waist belt an asymmetric draped front panel and soft drapes all over.

Green maxi caftan from Emilio Pucci featuring a square neckline bracelet length trumpet sleeves and the designer’s signature print.

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And don’t forget to join Jeannie Mai tomorrow at Dillard’s Scottsdale Fashion Square to meet the style expert and see the hottest styles in women’s shoes from Rockport Shoes!

The makers of Velcro, that super sticky fabulous material used throughout our lives, from our daily Velcro rollers that give our hair a boost, to our kids shoes that keep us from tying and retying on the hour, has attached itself to a modern marketing and branding campaign.

Check out their new website at Velcro.com for inspirational ideas for crafts, costumes and home decorating.

FastCompany reports, that an online store may be on its way soon, so you can get super crafty with Velcro’s “Snag Free Sew On” fasters for your pants or even a Velcro Memo Pad for your office. Catchy ideas, dontcha think?

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Fashion expert Jeannie Mai, from The Style Network and the Today  Show, will be in store from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday for an “Ask the Expert: Discover Your Rockport Style” event, showcasing the latest in hot styles to rock this summer from Rockport Shoes!

I had the pleasure of having Jeannie answer a few of “mai” fashion questions before this weekend’s event. Enjoy the fashion tips from the expert and we’ll see you on Saturday!

Fashion Phoenix: What’s the biggest fashion mistake women make that you see most often?
Jeannie Mai: I often see women wearing clothes that don’t fit properly. I always say “if you don’t have fit, you don’t have fashion.” Even the very best ensemble can look horrendous if it doesn’t show off a woman’s body the way it is meant to be shown.

What’s hot for summer 2012 trends?
This summer’s hot trends list includes apparel and accessories in mints and oranges. Sexy sherbet shades of these colors are by far two of the most popular we are seeing show up the most in handbags, shoes, sandals and even nail color. Thanks to brands like NYX with their new Hot Orange nail color, the trend will be right at your fingertips.

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, what’s your pick for hot jeans for mommie who need help ditching “the mom jeans” look?
Not Your Daughters Jeans has an amazing amount of elastic stretch to feel comfortable wherever you go. Another secret I have always loved is Old Navy jeans. At under $40 a pop, they come in an array of styles that last so long and the fit is so amazing.

What are your styles of Rockport Shoes for summer?
I have to say that the Janae Pump in silver is a “Mai Musty” for sure. It has a fun platform heel which is perfect to dress up daytime meetings. Yet for evening soiree’s it has just the right amount of sparkle, and most importantly, comfort to last you through the night.

I am also really loving the Audry Quarter Strap Sandal in Orange – the shade is flattering on practically every skin tone. And hello… adiPRENE by adidas technology makes it as comfortable as it is fashionable.

Audry Quarter Strap Woven