It’s always something, isn’t it? Cleaning, cooking, shopping, laundry, kids, husbands, boyfriends, obligations. Ugh, I’m exhausted just thinking about it. What the hell happened to me time, huh? Aren’t we good enough and don’t we deserve a little pampering and glam? I know, I know, rhetorical statements just waste time and space. Well, this Monday <... >

Lia Schorr’s salon is turning 25! Yes, that means the salon was born in 1980, and no, I am not writing this for the sole purpose of bringing up those fab memories of mani’s and pedi’s a la side ponytails and cheap gold lame. You know you remember. I’m writing to honor the salon’s anniversary, <... >

Cinema Tuesdays at The Alliance Francaise – frankly, a much better idea than left-over Chinese food Tuesdays. On September 13, the film Celine et Julie vont en bateau (Celine and Julie Go Boating) will be playing at FIAF/Florence Gould Hall. Directed by Jacques Rivette, and starring Juliet Berto, Dominique Labourier, and Marie-France Pisier, this 1974 <... >

In keeping with our theme this month of honouring companies and organizations that give back, we wanted to mention the folks at Shop Well With You, an organization dedicated to helping women who are dealing with cancer maintain or achieve a healthy body image through clothing and fashion. Through education, outreach and personalized services, SWY <... >

Bitter Sweet Heads up BN readers! Mark September 14th on your calendar. Bring your sob stories, but leave your Kleenex behind. Mary Francis Moore, Alison Lawrence and Annabel Griffiths are going to show you how to get over the trauma of being given the shaft (yeah, we’ve all been there) by your significant other. Their <... >

In support of its goal to bring the best in live, local entertainment to its guests, The Mai Tai Bar selected a local charity which brings music to children facing cancer and other critical illnesses as recipient of half of all proceeds raised during its opening day. On July 9, doors opened to the public <... >

Shoes and jewelry are some of the things a girl cannot live without. In the new book “Four Inches,” women celebrities bare it all for charity’s sake with just 4-inch Jimmy Choo heels and a little bling provided by Cartier. Christina Aguilera, Rachel Hunter, Kimora Lee Simmons and Macy Gray are some of the fourteen <... >

Domaine Carneros’ Tees Support American Heart Association’s “Go Red for Women” Initiative Cardiovascular disease claims more women’s lives than the next seven causes of death combined, nearly 500,000 a year, almost twice as many as cancer. To generate awareness of the disease and support the search for a cure, Domaine Carneros is selling beautifully designed <... >

Thanks to Kol Design’s destination-scented bath lines, you can now saunter through the bazaars of Morocco or wander the pastures in Bethlehem from the luxurious bath you are about to step into. The company offers four fragranced, non-gender-specific bath lines: Curacao, Picnic, Bethlehem, and El Maroc. Sally and Andrew Brunger have always been extensive travelers. <... >

Freeze 24-7 Lives up to its Nature. Not Needles with the Sponsorship of Central Park Zoo’s Annual Chill Out! Weekend 2005 August 6th and 7th. As the first-ever beauty company to partner with the Wildlife Conservation Society and Central Park Zoo, Freeze 24-7, one of the fastest growing skincare companies, literally brings beauty and the <... >

Attention all beauty aficionados, Haven Spa is offering a deluxe deal on their renowned waxing services that is not to be missed. Each Tuesday during the entire month of August, clients are invited to upgrade their waxing experience to Haven’s signature gourmet recipe for the price of the standard honey formula. Perfect for sensitive summer <... >

Babytalk magazine joins leading maternity fashion designer Liz Lange to kick off the first nationwide campaign supporting a woman’s right to decide which feeding method is best for her and her child. Starting on August 3rd, Babytalk, along with co-sponsors Avent and Boppy, will host a series of special evening events at Liz Lange maternity <... >

When it comes to the J Sisters, you probably think more about getting rid of hair than having it added. After all, they are the cheeky grand-dames of the Brazilian wax. And with good reason: At J Sisters, they don’t even offer a regular bikini wax. For the girl who wont bat an eyelash when <... >

Everyone knows that Barielle is all about gorgeous nails. Over the past 30 years, the company has made its mark with a unique approach to nail treatment and protection. They use safe, natural ingredients like Keratin, Protein, Vitamins and Plant Extracts (you wont find formaldehyde or other irritants in their products). The line even boasts <... >

Yes, a trip to the gateway to Italy’s beautiful south! Only instead of having to worry about reservations, packing, and not getting killed each time you crossed a normal Naples street, all you need to do is put aside an hour or two for a quick visit to the Campania Region Office in Midtown. Actually, <... >

The Yves Durif Salon has long been one of my personal favorites when it comes to Manhattan hair salons. Located in a townhouse on East 65th, the salon has upper east side stature and SoHo flair. As you’re sitting under the Achille Castiflioni chandelier getting coifed by Manhattan’s finest, you’ll notice two things that this <... >

Who: Liz Lange Maternity, the clothing boutique of choice for chic and stylish mothers-to-be. What: Up to 80% off maternity clothing from the Fall 2004 and Spring 2005 Collections. – Cuffed Trousers and Cropped Pants previously $175 now $50 – Silk and Chiffon Blouses previous $175 now $40 – Cotton T-Shirts previously $75 now $20 <... >

One of the first pieces of advice I got upon moving to NYC was that New Yorkers never go clubbing on Friday or Saturday – that’s reserved for Thursday or Sunday. The problem with dining and drinking every weekend is the absence of happy hours. Certain I would no longer venture into the creepy dive <... >

Truer words have never been spoken and they happen to be prime descriptors for New York City’s Le Parker Meridien Hotel. Soaring 42 stories above West 57th Street, two blocks from Central Park, half a block from Carnegie Hall and just a short cab ride from Times Square, the combination Gothic-Modern hotel is definitely in <... >

See More Party Pictures According to Fisher-Price, “two-year-olds are full of energy, enthusiasm, exploration and growing independence,” which sounds just about right for our group of ladies, and a gentleman, who have helped BeautyNewsNYC.com into its second birthday. The night was celebrated in style with fun giveaways, awards, and what else, but free drinks? How <... >