STAR POWER BY SPANX AT MACY'S

Star Power is the newest line from Spanx that has everything from leggings, apparel, shapewear, bras, and tights. They sent us a sneak peek (on here next week!) and we have found our new favorite leggings! The Tout & About Shaping Leggings are the perfect seamless leggings that will make you look your best and comes in a variety of colors. These things smooth everything out and are perfect for tunics and boots. Bring on the cool weather!

Tout & About Shaping Leggings ($48.00) | Dress To Slimpress Leather Look Leggings ($82.00)

To celebrate the launch of Star Power, Susanna Negovan, editor and publisher of SPLASH Magazine, will be hosting an event for the line at Macy's State Street (Level 5: Lingerie Department) today, August 23rd, at 5:30 PM! In addition to a live model presentation, Susanna will offer shaping and styling tips! Head over to the Star Bar to get "Insta-glammed" by the Star Power Style Team and NARS Cosmetics, and get there early and you can snag a Star Power Swag Bag. Don't forget to enter the Star Shaping Spree throughout the evening and use #spanxstarpower to win a $500 Star Power Wardrobe! 

Center-Stage Patterned Shaping Tights, Ribbed Row ($24.00) and Medallion ($24.00)

More details of the event here. 

“Now with Star Power, every woman can look and feel like a star!”

- Spanx Founder, Sara Blakley

Jess & Jill

MARK HILL REVIEW

As if Mark Hill and his team didn't spoil us enough during BlogHer, they sent us and our fabulous hair home with a bag filled with Mark Hill goodies! (Check out our fishtail and curls here.) Selling now at Walgreens and all priced under $12, we couldn't wait to get home and see each product in action... and write about it, duh. 

Check out our last post with Mark Hill here.

Check out our last post with Mark Hill here.

With Jess's thick, wavy hair that battles with daily frizz, and Jill's straight, fine locks that tend to get a bit oily, we've given a different perspective on almost each product in our review. We've got all heads of hair covered!

Slick Chick De-Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner ($9.99 Each)

Slick Chick De-Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner

Jess: This shampoo and conditioner duo is hands down my favorite! My bathroom is filled with so many different brands promising silky, smooth hair, but no has been able to keep that promise until Mark Hill. Call me a convert because I won't be buying anything else anymore!

Big Night Out Pre-Styling Shampoo and Conditioner ($9.99 Each)

Big Night Out Pre-Styling Shampoo and Conditioner
Jill: These instantly have become my favorite set. Even if you don't plan on styling your hair and are letting it air dry, it leaves your strands flowy and soft.

MiracOILicious 2 Minute Intensive Treatment ($11.99)

MiracOILicious 2 Minute Intensive Treatment with Moroccan Argan Oil
Jess: An amazing product for a great price. I've been meaning to pick up something with Moroccan Oil for a while, but the hair gods were waiting for this one to come into my life. Say goodbye to dry, damaged hair and say hello to a great hair day, every day.
Jill: My absolutely FAVORITE product! Although I'm a huge fan of Argan Oil for my face, I've been hesitant to put it in my hair in fear that will will make it even more oily than it is, although my hair needed more moisture. This treatment delivers the perfect balance without going overboard, and helped detangle and soften my hair (and no more knots)!

Big Night Out 60 Second Detox Gloss ($11.99)

Big Night Out 60 Second Detox Gloss
Jess: Love, love, LOVE this! I use it from my scalp to ends and it makes my hair so incredibly soft! This is a must for my hair every time I wash and can't get over how great it smells!
Jill: Enjoyed using this at the ends of my hair, but I can't apply it higher than my shoulders. For me, it's the perfect pick me up for the dryer, bottom portion.

Get it Straight! Straightening Shampoo and Conditioner ($9.99 Each)

Get It Straight! Straightening Shampoo and Conditioner
Jill: Although my hair is straight naturally, this set gave me that extra sleek, clean look.

Magic Drops Rescue and Repair Treatment ($11.99)

Magic Drops Rescue and Repair Treatment
Jess: Use this after the Slick Chick De-Frizz Shampoo and Conditioner set, and you'll forget what frizz feels and looks like. Its name says it all - it's magical! Used to moisture and replenish damaged hair, it's also gentle enough to calm hair after humidity (or just looks crazy like mine when you wake up).

Although online it says it's not sold in stores, we have seen them at our neighborhood Walgreens! Grab yours today, it's all currently 20% off!

Have you tried any Mark Hill products?

Jess & Jill

BEAUTY DETOX FOODS BY KIMBERLY SNYDER + GIVEAWAY

Celebrity nutritionist Kimberly Snyder has done it again with her latest book Beauty Detox Foods, where she talks about the top 50 beauty foods that transform your body, skin, and hair! Need proof? She's worked with Drew Barrymore, Kerry Washington, Rooney and Kate Mara, Fergie, Channing Tatum, Mink Kelly, Jenna Dewan Tatum, Chris Hemsworth, Dita von Teese... Enough said!

This isn't a book about calorie counting, fad dieting, and what not to eat... It's about what you need to be eating to battle things like acne, bags under your eyes, belly fat, brittle nails, and hair woes. There's over 85 recipes, complete with shopping lists and desserts, perfect for every eater and budget!

You can meet Kimberly at her book signing tomorrow, Thursday, August 22nd at Barbara's Bookstore on the lower level of the Willis Sears Tower (233 S. Wacker Dr.) from 12 to 1:30 PM.

Can't make it to the signing? We're giving away five signed copies of Beauty Detox Foods to our readers! To enter, you must 'like' our Facebook. Increase your odds of winning by 'liking' Kimberly Snyder on Facebook, following us on Twitter, and tweeting about our giveaway! More details below. Giveaway ends September 6th.

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Do you have a favorite beauty detox food?

Jess & Jill

AQUAPHOR REVIEW + GIVEAWAY

Whether we'd like to admit it or not, those harsh Chicago winters are upon us, so to prepare properly we've recently had the chance to test a few products from Aquaphor. Aquaphor is a line formulated to restore healthy skin by creating "an ideal healing environment that enables the flow of water and oxygen". To put it more simple, it'll give you that moisture and enhancement your skin craves when the temperature drops.

Photos via Aquaphor.

Their Healing Ointment instantly adds moisture to skin, especially on the hands and heels, and is our new favorite to use at nighttime. We also loved using the Lip Repair at night after exfoliating our lips, and the Lip Repair + PROTECT with SPF 30 for the daytime, which ensures we're protected. With Aquaphor we're ready to combat the cold!

And you can too with our giveaway!

Aquaphor is giving away a Lip Repair + PROTECT and a $50 Visa gift card to one of our lucky readers! To enter, you must 'like' our Facebook. Increase your odds of winning by 'liking' Aquaphor on Facebook, following us on Twitter, and tweeting about our giveaway! More details below. Giveaway ends September 6th.

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Do you have a favorite Aquaphor product?

Jess & Jill

This post was sponsored by Aquaphor, but opinions expressed are of Jess & Jill.

FRAGMENTS JEWELRY

Fragments is a jewelry hot spot inspired by the streets of New York City, selling fashion and high end pieces with exotic stones, intricate hardware, and beautiful embellishments from designers all around the world. Thanks to them, we've recently fallen in love with names like Melissa Joy Manning, Elizabeth Cole, and Milka Karaagacli (Kismet). Girls, welcome to our jewelry boxes!

Check out some of our many favorites from Fragments, and also be sure to stay on track with their trend watch, or stop by their SoHo shop!

Could you die at just the sight of these rings?

Row 1: Catherine Angiel 'Cloisters' Band ($4,500.00), Melissa Joy Manning 'Jupiter' Ring ($390.00), Marc Alary 'Articulated Monkey' Ring ($4,980.00) Row 2: Kismet 'White Diamond Cross Bar' Ring ($1,870.00), Kismet 'Ruby Lips' Ring ($755.00), Stephen Webster 'Dents De La Mer' Ring ($275.00)

You don't need to break the bank to look like a million bucks, our favorite earrings start at $50.

Row 1: Melissa Joy Manning 'Hematite' Studs ($390.00), Kevia 'Snake' Studs ($50.00), Alex Sepkus 'Star' Studs ($2,680.00) Row 2: Miguel Ases 'Lime Jewel' Drops ($189.60 - On Sale!), Elizabeth Cole 'Turquoise Dagger' Earrings ($90.00), Elizabeth Cole 'Lemon Mohawk' Earrings ($240.00)

These pieces are the center of attention all by themselves!

Row 1: Alishan 'Inner Light Link' Bracelet ($1,850.00), Susan Hanover 'Golden Warrior' Cuff ($195.00), Anton Heunis 'Wave Theory' Bracelet ($250.00) Row 2: Vita Fede 'Mini Rose Cono Quartz' Bracelet ($410.00), Gilded Lace 'Silver Mattie' Cuff ($690.00), Coralia Leets 'Cobalt Clover Drusy' Bracelet ($220.00)

From statement collars to every day pendants, Fragments has the necklace for every occasion.

Row 1: Melissa Joy Manning 'Shell Horn' Necklace ($1,310.00), Elizabeth Cole 'Taylor' Necklace ($1,150.00), Alex Sepkus 'Melon' Pendant ($3,500.00) Row 2: LK Designs 'Neon Trimmed Victoriana' Necklace ($290.00), Anna Ruth Henriques 'Web' Necklace ($2,605.00),  LK Designs 'Neon Glamour' Necklace ($490.00)

What's your favorite jewelry piece from Fragments?

Jess & Jill

Jess & Jill were compensated for this post, but opinions are entirely theirs.