I am sure 90% of women have “losing weight”, “eating healthier” and “giving up soda” as part of their resolutions at some point in their lives every new year. Here is a more graphic reason why one should really avoid soda. Maybe you can switch to crystal light if water really doesn’t appeal to you.

Each soda can has sugar cubes in front, representing how much sugar it contains – kinda eye-opening, if you ask me:

Such a jean-ius play on words don’t you think?

Similar to how the word yoyo has such great recall with the toy, the word jeans has become strongly related to the color blue. This is why MAC (I think!) decided to name its new limited edition eyeshadow name after. It comes in four colors that replicate different denim hues – Diva in Distress, Motorhead, StovePipe Black and White Jeanius. The one pictures above is Motorhead.

Diva In Distress Mid-tone gray with silver pearl (Limited Edition)
Motorhead Mid-tone blue with copper pearl (Limited Edition)
Stove Pipe Black Black with copper pearl (Limited Edition)
White Jeanius White with silver pearl (Limited Edition)

Each shadow is about $20 and is part of a limited edition collection, so if you want it:
Launch Date: March 3, 2011 for North America, March 2011 for International.

It seems we haven’t even really experienced winter yet (no snowstorms and shoveling 12 feet of snow and no cases of road trip medical assistance – thankfully) and we are celebrating spring already! MAC is already promoting their spring limited edition collection and I personally love all the pinks and greens!

Brilliant butterflies, flashy florals and gorgeously geometric graphics…A colourful collaboration between M·A·C and the artist known worldwide as Vera, who merged fine arts with linens, murals, textiles and silk scarves in her punchy, painted patterns. Now in shades plucked straight from her most lavish prints, M·A·C Vera embraces the luxe, lighter-than-air spirit that delivers the kind of startling, look-at-me statement that defines what it means to be an instant classic. Limited Edition.

Launch Date:
February 16, 2012 in North American, March 2012 at international MAC locations

It seems that designer collaborations will continue to be a hit this 2012. Jason Wu for Target collection has yet to hit the stores but it has already created much excitement between the media and consumers.

Will it sell out in minutes like the Missoni for Target collection? (Everything was sold within hours the day the collection was launched, reports say that Target stores were filled with people micrometers within each other!)

We will see!

Here’s what FabSugar has to say:

We just got our hands on the Jason Wu for Target lookbook, showing the line in its 53-piece entirety. The “gamine chic” collection, inspired by French new-wave films, drops online and in stores on Feb. 5 featuring a range of pieces reflecting girlie nuances with a fresh twist via crisp peplum tops, sweet floral-print dresses, Peter Pan collars, and pleated skirts. Striped colorblocking, sheer floaty blouses, and chic structured totes and handbags were also a focal point in the line. “I wanted the collection to have a sophisticated voice with an American sportswear spin,” said Wu. The best part? Everything is priced under $60. This is a collection we can’t wait to shop.

Who shone at the Golden Globes red carpet?

Champagne hues, subtle sparkles and red lips were seemingly the trend this year. You might not see any stainless steel ring but there certainly was a lot of bling!

The more popular celebrities were these:

Salma Hayek wowed in metallic Gucci, Charlize Theron glowed in soft tiers by Christian Dior, and Emma Stone went for dramatic beauty in Lanvin. Claire Danes looked ultra-elegant in a black and white J. Mendel gown, and Viola Davis also showed some leg in a sexy slitted Pucci confection!

Who was your pick?

Nowadays, online shopping is the much-preferred method of shopping for consumers. They have seen the benefits that online shopping brings like the convenience of being able to shop at the comforts of their home, avail of discounts and promos being offered online, easily compare prices, just to name a few. That is why almost all companies are establishing e-commerce sites to sell their products online. Because of this, we can shop for almost anything online from clothes, books, toys, gadgets and would you believe, even air force uniforms and other military uniforms and accessories.

Kellac.com is an online shopping site where you can buy police uniforms, A-TACS uniform, multicam uniforms and more. They not only sell uniforms but other military products and accessories too like name tapes and rank, belts, chest rigs, vests, military backpacks, holsters, footwear, headwear, eyewear, tactical clothing and a whole lot more.

The site is very easy to navigate. On the left side of the page, clients can choose to browse the different products by category or by brand for easy searching of items that they need to purchase. On the right side of the page, clients can check out the Help section, the special offers and gift certificate that the site offers as well as access to check the client’s account, wish list, order history and shopping cart. The site is also PayPal verified for a worry free and secure shopping.

Now even military and air force personnel can shop conveniently online for their uniforms and their other military needs, thanks to Kellac.com.

If websites are designed with a particular fabric or material in mind, it is quite obvious to all visitors of YourTack.com that leather is its main inspiration. This online shopping site is designed with various shades of brown to mimic leather and allowing the images of its products to blend well. Considering the items that you can buy from the site, such design is only appropriate.

YourTack.com is your complete online resource of personalized leather belts, cowboy belts, ranger belts, handmade leather belts, name belts, and many more. Aside from its large collection of belts, YourTack.com also offers belt buckles, wallets, and horse tack items such as bridle reins, tie downs, and bridles headstalls.

All their products are strong, durable, and of excellent quality which is evident in the clear images that accompany each product page. In fact, any belt purchased from YourTack.com comes with a 2-year guarantee. For those who are particular about the leather used in their belts, YourTack.com provides adequate information about the quality, type, and origins of the leather used in their different belts. You can also get detailed information and specifications about each belt in their respective product pages.

The site is straightforward and easy to use. There is no specials page or clearance page and there is also nothing on the home page that clutters it. Access to the different products is very easy with the use of the category list on the left sidebar.

Whether you are looking for a good quality leather belt for yourself, your husband, your father, or any man in your life, YourTack.com can provide you with a wide selection of belts that will surely fit your requirements.

I was browsing through several fashion blog sites and came upon a feature called “Best of 2011″. Seeing all these lovely ladies (ehem, Miranda Kerr just gave birth?!) made me want to almost take out all the unused yoga mats in my closet and take them out from their yoga mat bags. Love this feature. I think it sums up 2011 quite perfectly, fashion and celebrity-wise. Onwards to 2012!

Miranda Kerr (Hottest Model of the Year)
The model and new mom graced tons of glossy covers this year and walked in multiple runway shows, including Stella McCartney, Christian Dior, and Lanvin — not to mention the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show just last month. Not only does she look great on the runway, but she has enviable street style as well, always looking effortlessly chic and cool even while toting baby Flynn.

Selena Gomez (Breakout Style of the Year)
She had a big year, hitting the silver screen in Monte Carlo, embarking on a nationwide tour, and presenting and performing at various music awards shows — all while in risk-taking runway gowns and sleek, sophisticated hair and makeup.

Missoni for Target – Best Designer Collaboration of the Year
From the start, the 400-plus piece collection — which spanned everything from clothes and bedding to dinnerware, luggage, and bicycles — was hotly anticipated, resulting in explosive first-day sales that managed to shut down Target’s website. If you were able to score a piece, consider yourself lucky; most items sold out within minutes.

Are you ready for some serious partying on New Year’s Eve?

New Year’s Eve parties usually involve some heavy partying, often with great food (finger foods + a lot of booze), great music, nice set up with floral arrangements. You can go art deco glam and do an outfit like the one pictured above! The stylist’s peg was Charlize Theron’s gold-white-black outfit.

Play up the drama with a mix of gold chains, pendants, and hoop earrings. Then, accentuate the ’20s style by topping the look off with mod spectator-esque heels, a quirky black and metal bar clutch, and glossy fuchsia lips.

Pantone has recently released its choice for color of the year in 2012.

And it’s Tangerine Tango!

I am pretty sure most fashion designers and home designers/interior designers will be incorporating the color into their 2012 projects such as plaques, wall paintings, clothes, accessories and more. The image you see above is just a sample of what Target is already offering!

Do you like 2012’s color of the year?