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with macy's new online outfit making contest, girlawhirl has a chance to win $500 a day

Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:10:40 EST

girlawhirl's been reading “shoptimism,” by lee eisenberg

Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:10:51 EST

Girlawhirl's shopping bubble has been burst – blown right up after the first few pages of Lee Eisenberg's book Shoptimism: Why the American Consumer will Keep Shopping No Matter What. Before she picked up the book she had no idea that she was truly being watched as she shopped, and that analysts were trying to figure out why she's stopped at on particular display after passing by several others…

lip chic is just that: the prettiest lips around

Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:10:10 EST

When Girlawhirl springs for an expensive lipstick, she wants to make sure she loves it – and sadly that's not always the case. But she finds herself smiling every time she reaches for her Lip Chic from Chantecaille…

win a trip to new york – and a makeover - courtesy of broadway nails

Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:10:03 EST

Broadway Nails is celebrating the launch of their new website with a great giveaway – perfect, Girlawhirl thinks, to share with a Super Pal. Should she be the grand prize winner, she and her friend will get it all: airfare and two nights in a hotel, a make over and a $1,000 gift card for shopping…

the liberty of london for target collection at target is gorgeously floral and just in time for spring

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:10:55 EST

Girlawhirl's love of al things Liberty is well documented. She never misses an opportunity to shop at the flagship store in London or even pop into the boutique at Heathrow when she's in transit through London. But to have access to Liberty prints at Target prices? That's something truly spectacular….

is girlawhirl part of the “lost generation?”

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:10:14 EST

Girlawhirl's not really part of the Lost Generation – but that doesn't mean that every now and then she and her Super Pals, faced with the current economic unrest, don't feel a little bit out of sorts. When she begins to get unhinged, Girlawhirl clicks on this poem - The Lost Generation…

all it takes to create a celebration is a big funny card!

Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:10:32 EST

Girlawhirl, as a rule, follows a more nuanced approach to situations - the note of congratulations, the cards at the holidays and birthdays. But sometimes an event comes up that triggers her "why whisper when you can shout!" response, and something really big is called for…

girlawhirl's clothed in items that help the relief work in haiti

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:10:52 EST

With years of work ahead to get Haitians back on their feet, Girlawhirl's happy to help in any way that she can. And she's not the only one – recently her boss showed up to a meeting in a sleek black suit paired with what upon first glance, Girlawhirl thought was a plain white T shirt. But then she noticed the colorful writing peeking out from under her blazer and realized that her boss was wearing the Council of Fashion Designers of America Fashion for Haiti T shirt…

deal of the day: limited edition nike zoom sister one+ training shoe – on sale

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:06:32 EST

It's no secret that Girlawhirl loves her original Sister One training shoes from Nike. Thanks to the fly wire technology, they're unbelievably lightweight - yet totally supportive, and the diamond flex sole allows her to move in any direction helping to strengthen her feet and legs. She wears them for all her favorite cardio classes, and since they're enabled for the Nike + system, even takes them for a quick spin on the treadmill…

pieces from jean paul gaultier's collection for target will definitely be part of girlawhirl's spring wardrobe

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:10:52 EST

Girlawhirl pays attention when Target delivers a new Designer Collaboration collection and this week's Jean Paul Gaultier's is no exception. This collection is only available through April 11^th – or as long as it lasts – so Girlawhirl's making sure she gets first dibs on the flirty feminine pieces…

with living proof's full thickening cream Girlawhirl has party hair every day

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:10:47 EST

Girlawhirl calls it her “going out” hair. It's when she takes tons of extra time to create body and wave – usually with tons of product, a blow dryer, curling iron or flatiron and maybe even a few strategically placed curlers. But now she can get her voluminous look every day, with hardly any work…

“weekends away without leaving home,” allows girlawhirl to take a break without leaving home

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:10:23 EST

Whether it's the fact that she's bogged down at work, in super saving mode, or in training for a 5K, there are plenty of reasons why Girlawhirl can't get away on the weekends. And when a weekend way could do wonders for her psyche, but just isn't possible, Girlawhirl grabs a fabulous book, Weekends Away Without Leaving Home: The Ultimate World Party Theme Book...

the color frame sham from serena and lily is a great way to add some color to girlawhirl's bedroom

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:10:38 EST

Girlawhirl's always amazed at how simply changing her bedding can transform her bedroom. Whether it's a new quilt or duvet cover, she gets a whole new room every time she updates her bed. And with a color frame sham from Serena and Lily, even something as small as a pillowcase can work wonders…

jewelry from the andean collection is everything girlawhirl's looking for this spring

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:10:06 EST

Girlawhirl works hard at keeping her footprint small. Recycling has become second nature. She prefers a brisk walk to the quick cab ride. Even her windowsill garden adds an organic touch to her menu. But, a jewelry line that is hand-made from sustainably harvested seeds, operates under the principles of Fair Trade, and comes in just-what-she-wants-for-spring designs? She would have thought it was too good to be true… until she discovered The Andean Collection…

these metallic sandals are sure to be girlawhirl's go to shoes for summer

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:10:36 EST

Girlawhirl finds it difficult to shop at this time of year. The stores are full of so many things she wants, but knowing she won't be able to wear them for weeks – maybe even months – she's reluctant to pull the trigger and make a purchase. But every once and a while, she sees something that she's so enamored with that she makes her move…

has girlawhirl found the prettiest spring dress yet?

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:10:25 EST

With the promise of spring on the horizon, Girlawhirl has spent some time in her closet, taking a closer look at her dress collection. Maybe it's the sunny days, but as soon as the weather warms up, she's ready to shed her winter tights and put on a pretty spring dress…

now more portable than ever, Girlawhirl has rediscovered Bobbi Brown's Tinted Eye Brightener

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:10:58 EST

Already a fan of Bobbi Brown's Eye Tinted Brightener, Girlawhirl's thrilled to see its new packaging: a wand with a built in brush on the end. All she has to do is twist and wait for the click and she can touch up her eye make up and keep dark circles hidden with a quick swipe…

natural and white denim - girlawhirl's always been a year round fan

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:10:23 EST

It's true – Girlawhirl's always been a fan of the ‘reverse proportion' of a light jean or pant worn with black, brow or charcoal grey on top. It's a fresh look that she wears year round, defying the American convention that white pants and shoes should be reserved for summertime…

r.j. cutler's look at vogue and anna wintour, “the september issue” is finally available for all to see

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:10:47 EST

Today's the day: the DVD release of The September Issue. Girlawhirl's been baffled by how long it has taken for R. J. Cutler's documentary about how the September, 2008 issue of Vogue was created to trickle down to fashionistas all over America…

new york fashion week, fall 2010: the 80's are finally over!

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:10:24 EST

After checking out the runway at New York Fashion Week, Girlawhirl's happy to report that the 80's are finally over! She didn't miss the oversized shoulders or neon colors, and loved all the new textures the designers showed…