WIN THE LOOK CONTEST

HELLO, and thanks for watching today's SHOPPING IS MY CARDIO on Designing DFW!   This segment was SO much fun to shoot!!  Special thanks to all the lovely ladies modeling the wonderful Ming Wang Knits featured on the show!
See below for contest details, and CLICK HERE to watch the Shopping Is My Cardio TV segment from today's show.                                                              

                  (Linda Cooper pictured with Bridge Boutique Owner -Carolyn Raab)                                                                              

              CONTEST!!! CONTEST!!! CONTEST!!! CONTEST!!!                            

               

                 CLICK HERE TO ENTER TO WIN!!!!

     Ming Wang Knits features the "WIN THE LOOK"Contest

              CHRISTINE

       

                                                                                         CALLY 

                                                    DALENA 

                                                     DEBBIE 

               
Ming Wang is known for its lightweight knitwear that is wrinkle-free, machine washable,  fade-resistant, and travel friendly.  
Available in MissyXS through Women's 3X. www.mingwangknits.com

NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS

As my January article in GRANDLUXE MAGAZINE can attest, it's not too early to start thinking about making your New Year's resolutions for 2013~  

(especially since Doomsday didn't get us)

Check out my article below for ways to enjoy a healthy and happy 2013!

                    HAPPY NEW YEAR!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

PRODUCT JUNKIE TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Compact is always good when packing for a trip, so if your traveling this winter break, here are a few of my favorite finds you might want to add to your packing list~

                                                     SKIN CARE TRAVEL ESSENTIALS

Dr. Murad has done it again....a complete anti-aging skincare routine in travel size.  The kit includes the Refreshing Cleanser, Perfecting Day Cream SPF 30, Complete Reform Glyco Firming Complex and the Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture for maximum hydration.

                                                                           HAIR CARE

Always a fan of having "my own stuff" when I travel, haircare line Pureology    has this wonderful travel kit to ensure no bad hair days will occur on vacation.
                                          

                                                                            SUNSCREEN

Sunbum Pro Line is not only adorably packaged in its yellow rubber, it's moisturizing, fragrance free, hypoallergenic and leaves a nice sheen to the skin after applied.
I'm also a fan of their Clear Zinc Oxide SPF 50 to slather on the face~

                     HAPPY TRAVELS!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

Finding Your Holiday Glow

On the constant hunt for sunless tanning products I was given the opportunity to try the entire

XEN-TAN product line and compare and contrast the various formulas.  The verdict?

I'm hooked!!  Here are my 2 favorites which quickly became my "Pre- Holiday Party Prep" MUST!!-

Depending on your timeframe (If you give yourself enough time to tan), this was my favorite to achieve  your very own custom glow~  The "E Live on the Red Carpet" Perfect Blend has a dial by shade from light to dark for truly finding your perfect shade.  Complete with shimmer bronzer, this moisturizing blend develops in 3 hours and VOILA.... RED CARPET READY~

In need of color asap??  Then this one's for you~ the MOUSSE INTENSE is a quick drying formula that provides INSTANT GRATIFICATION.  I would recommend getting the Xen-Tan Hand Mitt for easy application.  Both products are streak free and smell free!
You can find Xen-Tan online and at Neiman Marcus, Nordstroms and Dillards~ 
Hats off to local Dallasite, Owner/Founder Dera Enochson:)))

HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!!

Best of show

For our upcoming January 13th show on Designing DFW  I am working on the 

"Best Of 2012" for SHOPPING IS MY CARDIO.

The hard part??  To choose a select few to highlight as my favorites.....  I seriously LOVE each and every one of them :-)  So this is dedicated to all my AMAZING clients I have been fortunate enough to work with and feature on the show this year~

                                   (click to view 2012 segments)

Thanks for an AWESOME 2012, and wishing everyone a very healthy, happy and safe Holiday season!!

xoxo,

Linda

BLUSHINGTON

A FABULOUS new makeup and beauty lounge has come to Dallas, right in time for the Holidays!.....

L.A. based BLUSHINGTON will open their doors officially December 15th, but you can start booking your appointments NOW~

Owner Stephi Maron moved Blushington right next door to the first DryBar location to hit Dallas on Oaklawn Avenue with more locations to come~

(The owners are friends and you will see similarities among both concepts)

Saturday afternoon with "Look Book" in hand, my friends and I got glammed up for a holiday party that evening and we LOVED our results! Definite THUMBS UP by all :)

Liz Harmon, Linda Cooper, Julie DeVincent

Easy to book and open 7 days a week with appointments starting at 8am, this one is a no-brainer before stepping out on the town~  NEW YEARS EVE MUST!

This Sunday on Designing DFW

FOR THE PERSON WHO HAS EVERYTHING

These are guaranteed to make you look like a gifting rockstar for those hard to shop for people on your Holiday List that have EVERYTHING :)
From ERIN CONDREN -adorable personalized acrylic containers, picture boxes and serving trays that translate to thoughtful, unique gifts.
                            You choose the design and picture and voila- instant keepsake!

                                                                                         

HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!

SPREAD THE JOY

Don't you love a good "Shop for a Cause" inspired gift to give and receive this Holiday Season?  Then this one's for you~

                                                                               

Kiehl's has collaborated with pop artist, Kenny Scharf to design its 4th Annual Limited Edition Creme de Corps Holiday Collection.  And the best part? .... 100% of proceeds to benefit over 40 children's causes around the world!  In the U.S. 100% of net profits will go entirely to RxArt, a non-profit national organization inspiring artistic expression in pediatric hospitals nationwide.
                                               HAPPY SHOPPING!!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT SETS

HOLIDAY SHOPPING!! This time of year the best product shopping hands down are all the great Holiday Gift Sets that offer all their best sellers in adorable packaging with a fabulous price point~ 

Ideal for gift giving and to gift yourself:))  The smaller sizes are perfect for traveling and if your contemplating sampling a product line its the best way to do it.

Here are a few of my favorites~

FRESH SPA ESCAPE GIFT SET

FREEZE 24-7 MIRACLE KIT

BEAUTY FOR REAL LIGHT UP LIP GLOSSSES

HAPPY SHOPPING!

INSIDE SCOOP FOR NM/TARGET MAYHEM

Tomorrow marks the much anticipated, unprecedented Neiman Marcus/ Target collaboration~
I posted first when the genius marketing campaign was first announced back in July and in October when they first released the  Holiday Collection of over 50 designer items to be sold simultaneously at both retailers~

                                                                                 
So here's the scoop for tomorrow...and don't even bother to call your Neiman Marcus personal shopper to get your loot.  I already tried and it won't work :))
Neiman Marcus is hiring outside help to man the mayhem with regular employees ringing up purchases.  The stores open at 8am but get their early to receive your wrist band to mark your spot in line!
Location, location, location.....call your Neiman Marcus store that you plan to shop at for the location of the goods.  That way you  won't be searching aimlessly throughout the store.  Just beeline and go!
I happen to know that all 50 items will be located in the same shopping area.  WillowBend NM is setting up in the Men's department, lower level.
So there's the skinny.  Perhaps choosing a not so well known Target might be the answer, or shop online and hope it doesn't crash like the last collaboration Target did with Missoni :)

HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!! 

DECEMBER GRANDLUXE ARTICLE

                 CLICK TO WATCH THE "SHOPPING IS MY CARDIO" TV SEGMENT                   CccCL
                        

DID YOU KNOW......

Did you know that BEAUTY BRANDS offers much more than hair care products?
Well, I didn't till I recently toured the Plano location and was bowled over!  A new addition inside the store called "The Studio" has been added inside that features the creme de la creme of makeup and skincare brands.
Not to mention a full service salon and spa complete with in-house massage therapist, making it now your one-stop-shop for all your beauty needs~

I was particularly excited about all the fun gift sets available for the Holidays!  Tons of great value sets from Philosophy, Smashbox, OPI mini nail polish kits, and Stila Lip Gloss box sets just to name a few.  Ideal for stocking stuffers these Too Faced Shadow Bon Bon makeup kits were adorably packaged, the set on the left valued at $147 on sale for only $42!  SCORE!!
Another nice feature is the knowledgeable makeup artists on staff can show you different ways to use the products you purchase before you get them home to try them out.                                                                              

The hair care lines and styling tools that Beauty Brands are known for are all still available making it the perfect mix to find all your go to items.  Since I'm traveling this holiday season, I was shopping for travel sets of all my favorites, including this BEAUTY BRANDS "EXCLUSIVE" CHI PLATINUM FLAT IRON complete with bling travel case~

And the more you buy, the more you're rewarded :))  When signing up for their rewards program, after every $100 you spend on products or after every fifth salon or spa service, you receive a 10% off reward for future visits.

      HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!!

Tis the season to.....

Tis the season.....to send out Holiday Cards!  Oh, did you forget?  Well no worries, because finding the right card that best suits your families style and message just got a whole lot easier!
                                 ERIN CONDREN has the most AMAZING selections~

Not to mention the most adorable stationary and did I mention gift wrap?!?  My favorite is this oh so easy, "That's a Wrap" boxed briefcase set of mix and match gift wrap boxes complete with tissue, stickers, bows and cards.  So easy to assemble and you can show your creative flair with the fun styles.

                                                                                 
                                                 
                       happy shopping!!  happy holidays!!  happy shopping!!  happy holidays!!

AN EYE CATCHING DELIGHT

On the hunt for those uber cool stocking stuffers and gift sets that are "exclusive" only for the Holidays? Allow me to help you uncover these gems....I will be posting my favorite finds over the next two weeks and believe me, these "Limited Edition" gifts are so cool, my motto this season is "one for you and one for me :))
Take this MAKE UP FOR EVER crayola-like pencil box for instance~
With its "eye catching", colorful assortment of 14 premium liners, this ULTIMATE EYE LINER COLLECTION is a make up lover's dream~         

AVAILABLE AT SEPHORA.COM FOR $160


HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!

            

THIS SUNDAY ON DESIGNING DFW

SOCIETY

Last night the Bishop Arts District celebrated its latest jewel in it's crown of fabulous stores, welcoming in SOCIETY.  The uber-talented design team, Jackson Vaughn have found the perfect eclectic mix, sprinkling their store with it's theme of "Simple Elegance for Gracious Living" home accents.  A treasure trove of vintage finds, thoughtful gifts, signature candles and a gorgeous collection of jewelry, Pam Jackson and Jeremi Headrick got it right.  This store is a MUST SEE :))

      HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!!

SHOP DALLAS ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER

HOT OFF THE PRESSES FROM GRANDLUXE MAGAZINE~

HAPPY SHOPPING!!

KENDRA SCOTT

Recently at Neiman Marcus NorthPark I had the opportunity to interview one of my favorite jewelry designers~ KENDRA SCOTT.   Not only do I love her fabulous jewelry but she was such a sweetheart!  So happy for her success~  Check out her latest Holiday collection at Neimans and at her new boutique located at the West Village.    And as always.....HAPPY SHOPPING!

                                   photo courtesy of Jonah Gilmore- Rocket Science Photography

KENDRA SCOTT

Recently at Neiman Marcus NorthPark I had the opportunity to interview one of my favorite jewelry designers~ KENDRA SCOTT.   Not only do I love her fabulous jewelry but she was such a sweetheart!  So happy for her success~  Check out her latest Holiday collection at Neimans and at her new boutique located at the West Village.    And as always.....HAPPY SHOPPING!

                                   photo courtesy of Jonah Gilmore- Rocket Science Photography

HAPPY SHOPPING

Partner's Card starts tomorrow and this year marks their 20th Anniversary!  I featured the
Carlyn Galerie, a FABULOUS gallery that has been a strong supporter of the Partner's Card for over a dozen years.  Check out their segment from last weekend's show and as always......

                                                                             

                                                                        HAPPY SHOPPING! 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR- THE MAYHEM BEGINS

The much anticipated TARGET + NEIMAN MARCUS HOLIDAY COLLECTION sale begins December 1st, but finally the LOOK BOOK is here!! 

Mark your calendar for December 1st for the mayhem shopping frenzy to begin-

THIS TORY BURCH IS ONE OF MY MANY FAVORITES

~click the bag to see them all~

HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!! HAPPY SHOPPING!!

ANOTHER BEST KEPT SECRET UNCOVERED

As most women can attest, the results of fabulous facial are instantaneous.  It's SKIN NIRVANA~ Glowing, luminous, hydrated, rejuvenated skin that's plumped to perfection.
The cherry on the top........what if I were to tell you it's also complimentary?!? :))
NATURA BISSE  at Neiman Marcus NorthPark offers a truly wonderful facial experience to try their latest breakthrough launch- DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION and introduce you to the rest of the Natura Bisse line. The same facial offered at the Ritz Carlton Spa for $150 is an insider secret no longer

                                                                                     
I went to the Press Launch for this breakthrough product DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION  and was so impressed. After using for 10 days I really do see a difference in my skin. Actually in clinical studies after using for only a 7 day time period, the results showed it rejuvenates the skin an average of 3.9 years.  But don't take my word for it....
Book a facial and sample the line yourself~
NEIMAN MARCUS NORTH PARK MALL
Samantha Kling -esthetician (214) 363-8311 ext. 2190

                                                                  HAPPY SHOPPING!                                  

HYDRATE FOR HOPE

For Breast Cancer Awareness month I've been posting great ways to shop for the cause~
This one's adorable and 10% percent of proceeds supports women's cancer programs.
Murad's this limited edition pink "Hydrate for Hope" set complete with Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture for Face (full size 1.7 ounce jar) and the Hydro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture for Eyes (.12 ounce jar) valued total $79.00 retail price $49.50.

                                                             
                                            I'm excited to offer my first of many blog giveaways!!
                         ENTER TO WIN THE MURAD "HYDRATE FOR HOPE" GIFT SET
                                         

a Rafflecopter giveaway

FEEL LIKE A KID AGAIN

I love shoot days....there's a LOT of prep work involved prior to shooting a segment, so on shoot days, that's the fun part when we finally get to put the shopping theme into action.  With a theme like
"Feel Like a Kid Again"- I defy you not to have fun while watching it!
Don't miss SHOPPING IS MY CARDIO airing on Designing DFW this Sunday, October 14th at 11am, WFAA.

I discovered my inner child while playing at the PUZZLE ZOO  located at NorthPark Mall, DALLAS POOL TABLE and STARLIGHT HOME THEATER.
Light sabers, car races, 3D media rooms and let's not forget making me look like a Pool shark- Thanks Buddy! :))
On another note, the Partner's Card starts October 26th, and this year marks their 20th anniversary!
I shined the spotlight on The Carlyn Galerie this show who has supported the organization for over a decade as my feature segment.  I even made a new friend on location :))

                                                                       
                                                                         STAY TUNED!!!

OCTOBER ARTICLE "SHOP DALLAS" IN GRANDLUXE MAGAZINE

THINK P!NK

I love retail therapy for a cause, and with National Breast Cancer Awareness Month fast approaching, here are some fab items to add to your shopping cart straight from Sephora.com

             

                                                           
                      More to come from other sites in the next few posts in support of the TaTa's!
                                                       HAPPY SHOPPING!   HAPPY SHOPPING!               

A CLEANSER FOR EVERY OCCASION

Like most women, when it comes to buying products, one of something is never enough....UH,

can you say "PRODUCT JUNKIE" :))

Take Face Cleansers for instance....

I have one in my shower, one at my bathroom sink, and a special one used for travel.

I like to vary them up too so my skin doesn't get "too complacent". :))  Maybe I'm a product junkie, but my skin doesn't suffer from too many breakouts, a VERY important factor shooting a segment a week for TV.

Here are my favorite Face Cleansers for every "occasion". Click the pictures of each for purchase info~
                                                 -TRAVEL-

                                                                              

                                                                                
CLEANSER 27 is the absolute BEST for traveling.  It is not a liquid base, but a balm that turns into an emulsion when in contact with water.  NO MESSY SPILLS in your travel bag!
It leaves your skin soft, supple and luminous.
                                                                      
                                                -SHOWER-

                                                                               
MATRISKIN FOAMING CLEANSER is a wonderfully foamy concoction in a pump container for easy shower access, that leaves your skin revitalized and clean feeling.

                                                                   
                                                                       -SINK-

                                                                                 
MURAD EXFOLIATING CLEANSER has the "magic three" ingredients for exfoliating- Salicylic, Lactic and Glycolic Acids that dissolve dead skin cell buildup.  I use this one once or twice a week.

HAPPY CLEANSING!  HAPPY SHOPPING!  HAPPY CLEANSING!  HAPPY SHOPPING!

GLOWING RECOMMENDATION

The results of a really good facial can last for days, even weeks, leaving your skin glowing, hydrated and revitalized.
Always on the hunt for the latest and greatest in skincare this one I am currently obsessed with~
It's called the HydraFacial available at BLUSH AESTHETICS & SKINCARE.   
LeeAnn Hassell , Medical Aesthetician at Blush says it's what "everybody is talking about"- with major media buzz and promoted by countless celebrities.
                           I give it a glowing recommendation  .....check out the sizzle reel :))                      

                                                    This treatment SPOILS your skin~ AMAZING!                                                                       
Ask for -
LEANN HASSELL
(214) 739-5600
BLUSH AESTHETICS & SKINCARE
www.blushaestheticsandskincare.com

THE STORE TO WATCH

My retail radar is, shall we say....more advanced than the average consumer's....and rightly so.  Honing in on what's hot and finding the latest "must have's" is a mandatory job requirement as a professional shopper.
And you don't have to spend a lot of money necessarily to take advantage of the hot list....case in point- Missoni at Target.
The latest store on the horizon as the "One to Watch" is going to surprise a LOT of people so I'm going to make you guess which store this is-
Mark my words...the demographic of this store is about to change in a major way~

HINT # 1- IT HAS A BLUE JEAN BAR DEPARTMENT IN THE STORE BY LEVI'S-

HINT # 2- IT HAS A COMPLETE IZOD DEPARTMENT FILLED WITH FAB FINDS

HINT #3- MAJOR DESIGNERS ARE LINED UP OVER THE NEXT 6 MONTHS TO LAUNCH                     THEIR DESIGNER MINI BOUTIQUES INSIDE THIS STORE THAT GUARANTEED
                                                                   YOU WILL WANT

HINT #4- SPORTSWEAR BRAND NAMES SUCH AS NIKE, PUMA AND ADIDAS WILL BE VERY COMMON PLACE HERE BUT AT AMAZING PRICE POINTS

HINT #5- UH-OH.....THIS ONE GIVES IT AWAY- THEY WILL HAVE THEIR VERY OWN HIGH END DESIGNER CASHMERE AND CONTEMPORARY LINE.... 

SURPRISE- IT'S JCP!!!

HAPPY SHOPPING!!  HAPPY SHOPPING!!