The holidays are behind us and Valentine's Day is in the near future. A classic Valentine's Day gift is fragrance. Kate Spade New York recently released Twirl, an edgy floral fragrance. With top notes of watermelon, blackberry and red currant, it at first seems soft. The middle notes are orange blossom, star jasmine, tiare flower and magnolia, followed by musk and macaron, strong end notes that make you think, where did that come from? The fragrance is not too strong and reminds me a bit of a sweet and sour combination. This scent great for a women of any age or lifestyle. It is available in an Eau de Parfum, body cream, body lotion, shower gel and in a rollerball, $18 - $80.00. Rollerballs are great for your handbag, or to keep in a large fragrance wardrobe. You can find Twirl at Nordstrom and Nordstrom.com.
The 2012 Miss America Pageant is just one week away. The contestants have been a part of a whirlwind through Las Vegas. On Saturday night all 53 women walked the runway in a pre-pageant fashion show. Stylists personally fit each contestant with evening dresses and accessories from Express , the official clothing sponsor of the Miss America pageant. This fashion show was one of the fun events before the preliminary contests begin on Monday, January 9th. The competitions will include interview, talent, swimsuit, evening wear and onstage question. The winner of Miss America will have Express as her official clothing sponsor throughout her reign. Miss America winners also receive a package of goodies including a $50,000 scholarship. You can vote for your favorite at MissAmerica.org or on Facebook . Miss America will air live, Saturday, January 14th, hosted by Chris Harrison and Brooke Burke-Charvet, 9:00 EST on ABC. Backstage (underground) at the Miss America Fashion Show. The...