Happy International Women’s Day Lovelies!

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Mar 082013
 

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I am WOMAN! Hear me roar! And better yet — see me soar! Today has some very significant meaning for me, as it is International Women’s Day! Why is this day of significance to me? Well, as a woman — I work twice as hard as most men in my field — without half the recognition!  And we women have to admit, that it’s been an uphill battle for ALL of us — in an effort to make equality — EQUAL!

I’ve been through some very serious trials over the past 2 1/2 years — and seem to be on overload when it comes to sacrifices. And in reality, I’m not looking for praise, hand out or even a pat on the back! In fact, I can do all of those things myself! But I’ve grown to love my natural born Goddess-ness, curves, talents, trials and triumphs included!

But this feature — is not to share my sob story…instead, it’s purpose is to celebrate my womanhood! All of our womanhood! To sit back, relax — and raise your champagne glasses — to your remarkable selves :) .

This International Woman’s Day, I am dedicated to highlighting the advancement in Woman Power — and my favorite achievement (for us females) is the signing of the Violence Agains Women Act — by President Barack Obama. And as a survivor of Domestic Violence — this is a huge step through the glass ceiling!

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This is your day. This is the day of the advocates, the day of the survivors. This is your victory,” Obama said. “This victory shows that when the American people make their voices heard, Washington listens.”

And how about raising the minimum wage to $10.10 (for women). I will be following the progress of the National Women’s Law Center!

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How about you lovelies — what will you being doing on this marvelous International Women’s Day?

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The Vampire Facelift Gave the Oscars Swag!

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Feb 262013
 

Just when you thought you’ve heard it all! With technology continuously stuck on upgrade — apparently, beauty is not intending to get left behind the ages. There’s a popular new facial rejuvenation procedure, which — get this — utilizes your own blood plasma as one of the ingredients! This procedure is called Vampire Facelift — and it has made it to the Oscars, in it’s very own Swag Bag!

 

The procedure deploys hyaluronic fillers (HA) in combination with patient’s own nutrient rich plasma (a.k.a platelet rich plasma or PRP). Kim Kardashian had

Kim Kardashian at the Seventh Annual Hollywood...

Kim Kardashian at the Seventh Annual Hollywood Life Magazine Awards. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

her very own Vampire Facelift (of course) back in 2012 — and now, it’s the newest fad to hit the Hollywood scene. In fact, Dr. Paul Nassif — Beverly Hills plastic surgeon and star of the Housewives of Beverly Hills — is set to appear on Entertainment Tonight to discuss the new Vampire Facelift. Dr. Nassif told American Health and Beauty how the Vampire Facelift actually works, stating that “The Vampire Facelift is one of the most cutting-edge, yet minimally invasive anti-aging procedures available. PRP is a natural rejuvenator that aids in the healing process and stimulates collagen growth. I’ve been using PRP in conjunction with surgical procedures such as facelifts and rhinoplasty for more than a decade with fantastic results.”

 

The coveted Oscar Swag Bags were valued at over $45,000 — with all nominees, regardless of win — receiving one. Talk about ultimate swag! Check out Dr. Barnes’ Vampire Facelift video below…and see for yourself what Hollywood thinks is a beauty must-have!

 

 

It was even featured on the Dr. Oz show during the Revolutionary Ways to Look Younger Segment! Watch as brave soul and special guest, Tatiana Alvarez “aka DJ Tatiana” goes under the knife for this very special kind of face lift!

 

 

Mind Body Sou’U'tions & Elite Socialistas Are Malware Free

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Feb 182013
 

Hello Lovelies,

It’s been a while since I’ve sat here, writing to you lovelies. Since the start of the new year — we have been plagued with some serious technical issues — such as having both Media Maven and Elite Socialistas, hacked and infected with spam. But both sites have since been cleaned — and are about to be relaunched. I would like to thank all of you lovelies — who have continued to frequent the sites. I appreciate your emails, comments and communications! I am happy that you love the sites — as much as I love creating them for you!

Please be assured, that the sites are safe of any malicious content — and will remain so — thanks to Sucuri.net! For my fellow blogganistas, I highly recommend Sucuri site protection for your blogs.

Now, on with the empowering, entertaining and educational content you so love — all things fashion, beauty, lifestyle, health, social good, travel, celebrities and more — in reference to news, tips and reviews!

XOXO,

FOREVER YOURS

Sapphire Kharyzma, Media Maven — Your Mind, Body & Sou”U”tion

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Sapphire Kharyzma (Photo credit: StyleMpress)

 

 

Be a Bombshell This Holiday With Victoria’s Secret Limited-Edition Trio

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Dec 122012
 
VICTORIA’S SECRET BOMBSHELL PLATINUM Sparkling Freesia, Iced Berries and Sandalwood.

Want to be radiant, flawless and brilliantly sexy? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Be forever glowing — with Victoria’s Secret Bombshell — the “sexy” haven’s first-ever fragrance trio. The star of this holiday season — is rooted in inspiration of unparalleled beauty of pure diamonds, coated with glamour.

Many circumstances call for a K.I.S.S approach (keep it simply sexy), but a girl can never have enough diamonds. The bejeweled trio boasts coveted glimmer in glitter, with a fragrance that is great for every occasion!

 Captivate in the freshness of Bombshell Diamonds. Tempt in the warmth of Bombshell Platinum, and flirt away in the vibrancy of Bombshell Sparkle. “Bling” in the new year with this ultimate limited-edition fragrance collection!

 

 

 

Available for a limited time — exclusively at Victoria’s Secret and VictoriasSecret.com

Newly Launched Pureology Control Twist High Hold Liquid Wax: A Naturalista’s Wet Dream

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Jul 262012
 
Pureology Control Twist

Hello Beauty Mavens,

I just got word that Pureology Control Twist — a high hold liquid wax — has launched. This would be the newest member of the award-winning Colour Stylist line.

What does this mean? Well, for all of my chic and savvy naturalistas out there — this can be applied to wet/damp (used as a soft conditioning gel to create lasting, tousled waves or on dry hair to create texture, separation and shine) or dry locks, making this a must-have product in this natural beauty junkie’s arsenal.

“Control Twist is my new secret style weapon to create a variety of looks. On shorter hair lengths, I can create a chic, separated, piece-y look while on longer hair, it’s perfect for creating a bombshell blowout – think Bridget Bardot meets Marilyn Monroe,” says Ruth Roche, Pureology Colour Ambassador. “It applies and holds like a gel but provides the result and texture of a wax for a beautiful textured look.”

I can’t wait to test out the “hold” on this baby! I think its because Control Twist features Pureology’s exclusive Strengthening Anti Fade Complex® — enhanced with Keravis protein, for strength and to protect your tresses from UV and free radical damage.

I love the fact that its has vegetable-based polymers, to provide caring hold that lasts. And being a mompreneur — with physical demands daily…a lasting ‘hold’ is a must. It also contains unique reflective lipid extracts to deliver maximum radiance,  while olive oil replenishes and nourishes to infuse hair with suppleness &  camelina extract, to form a humidity-resistant barrier to help “lock” in the style and coriander oil, to create a ‘mirror’ surface shine for enhanced color vibrancy.

For you lovelies who are new to Pureology, they offers a complete collection of haircare and styling products that enhance and protect the color vibrancy while ensuring improved condition and healthy shine. From their concentrated Zero Sulfate® Shampoos to conditioners, masques and style products — each and every beauty innovation — contains the exclusive Anti Fade Complex® to maximize color retention from start to finish and deliver our promise of Longer Lasting Hair Color GUARANTEED!® Check out Pureology’s website!

What do you think lovelies? Will you try Pureology’s newest beauty member? Let Media Maven know…and you can expect a review soon!!!

Smooches ;) …

 

Media Maven & Stars Talk Big Series & Season Finales: Desperate Housewives, Once Upon a Time & More!

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May 132012
 

Darlings,

 

The famous divas of Wisteria Lane say goodbye to television *teardrop…sniff* tonight 9pm/ 8pm CT for the “Desperate Housewives” series finale. The show that was on the small screen for eight years is coming to an end revealing its final mysteries and bringing many surprises.

Dennis Pastorizo, entertainment producer for Terra, sat down with the “Desperate Housewives” stars who divulged a few details about the series’ finale and blew a whistle to answer a fun trivia game.

Eva Longoria and Ricardo Antonio Chavira,  Gabrielle and Carlos Solis on “Desperate Housewives” spoke about their experiences as a part of the series and their thoughts on listening to their characters speak Spanish in other versions of the show. Longoria even confesses who her favorite lover is.

Marcia Cross and Vanessa Williams, Bree and Renee on the series and Felicity Huffman and Doug Savant, (“Lynette and Tom Scavo“), reveal who they would have chosen as their partner if they hadn’t been selected to work together and go head-to-head to show who knows more about “Desperate Housewives”.

To watch the full interviews visit http://en.terra.com/celebrity-gossip/news/desperate_housewives_marcia_cross_vs_vanessa_williams_video/oci67301 and find out what prizes the stars won playing the amusing trivia!

Desperate Housewives’ Eva Longoria Reveals Her Favorite Lover:

 

Meet Once Upon a Time’s Sexy Evil Queen, Lana Parrilla

The first season of ABC’s “Once Upon a Time” also comes to an end this Sunday and if you are one of the millions of people who have been tuning in, you won’t want to miss this.

Will Emma finally believe her destiny is to save the people of Storybrooke or will Henry’s sacrifice be in vain?

Visit http://terratv.terra.com/videos/Entertainment/Movies-and-TV/Entrevistas-Cine/4814-388827/Meet-Once-Upon-A-Time191s-Sexy-Evil-Queen-Lana-Parrilla.htm and see what Lana Parrilla, the sexy Latina who plays the Evil Queen and Josh Dallas, also known as Prince Charming have to say about their characters and the success of show’s first season.

Also, this Sunday night, the season finale of “Khloe and Lamar” airs and Terra has an interview with Khloe and Rob Kardashian, where they dish some dirt about stripping down and their upcoming rap music collaboration.

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The Coveted Essence Best in Black Beauty Awards

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May 012012
 

Psssttt……Darlings,

ESSENCE – you know, the preeminent lifestyle publication for African-American women – launches the 2012 coveted ESSENCE Best in Black Beauty Awards, which will be taking place on Tuesday, May 8th.

ESSENCE Beauty Director Corynne Corbett and celebrity stylist June Ambrose will serve as co-hosts of the ultimate beauty conversation during this invitation-only event. The ESSENCE Best in Black Beauty Awards will honor beauty innovators who are influencing what’s now and next. The honorees are: Balanda Atis, Group Leader, and Janine Cherette, Color Cosmetic Scientist, of the L’Oréal USA Research and Innovation team; Ted Gibson, celeb hairstylist to the stars and head stylist on What Not To Wear; Janis Smith-Gomez, Vice-President of Marketing for Johnson & Johnson; Lisa Logan, go-to manicurist for Beyoncé; and Pat McGrath, makeup artist who masterminds the runway’s most sought-after looks from New York to Milan. Grammy-nominated artist Janelle Monáe—who is known for her own groundbreaking sense of style—will also share in the awards presentation. In addition, the evening will feature a “live gift wall” showcasing the winning products from the ESSENCE Best in Black Beauty Awards 2012 listing—highlighted in the magazine’s May 2012 issue—in which ESSENCE’s beauty editors and a team of experts highlighted the best makeup, skin care, nail, fragrance and hair picks. Attendees will also have an opportunity to sample the products on-site. For more information and to vote for your beauty favorites, which will be revealed as “Readers’ Choice Awards” winners in the October issue of ESSENCE magazine, visit www.essence.com/beautyawards/.

Essence Beauty Editors, image courtesy of Essence.com

Motions celebrity hairstylist Ursula will also be on-hand for a “meet and greet” with a winner and her friend. Just follow ESSENCE on Twitter to join the Motions “Tweetstakes” and be the 25th person to tweet #ESSENCEBeauty for a chance to attend the Best in Black Beauty Awards and meet Ursula (note: New York City residents only).

“ESSENCE’s Best in Black Beauty Awards will pay homage to the beauty mavens who always know how to make African-American women look good!” says Corbett. “I look forward to hosting this event with June Ambrose as we share our beauty insights and tips. We also want to congratulate all of our Best in Black Beauty Awards winners highlighted in our May issue. African-American women are very passionate when it comes to their beauty regimen. That is why we decided to road test hundreds of products so that we can provide our readers with the best of the best.”

ESSENCE will be announcing a number of beauty-related initiatives in the near future, including results from the next installment of its Smart Beauty series which uncovers the unique mindset of the most passionate beauty consumers—African-American women. ESSENCE will also announce the winners of its annual “Reader’s Choice Awards” in its October 2012 issue.

The ESSENCE Best in Black Beauty Awards is sponsored by Motions. Follow us on Twitter to join the conversation @essencemag #EssenceBeauty or become a fan on Facebook. For more information, visit www.essence.com/beautyawards/.

ABOUT ESSENCE COMMUNICATIONS INC.:


Essence Communications Inc. (ECI) is the number one media company dedicated to African-American women, with a multi-platform presence in publishing, live events, and online.  The company’s flagship publication, ESSENCE magazine, is the preeminent lifestyle magazine for African-American women; generating brand extensions such as the Essence Music Festival, ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood and Black Women in Music, Window on Our Women and Smart Beauty consumer insights series, the Essence Book Club, Essence.com, and ventures in digital media (mobile, television and VOD). For 42 years, ESSENCE, which has a brand reach of over 8 million, has been the leading source of cutting-edge information and specific solutions relating to every area of African-American women’s lives.  Additional information about ECI and ESSENCE is available at www.essence.com.

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Mommalistas, Meet The New Bag Of Summer!

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Apr 262012
 

Darlings,

Selma Blair with her Cuddly Monkey! 
Actress and new mom Selma Blair after the gym with her tan Goddess Cuddly Monkey tote (www.cuddlymonkey.com).
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This follows actress and supermom Jessica Alba rocking a Cuddly Monkey red Chica tote!!
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NEW BAG OF SUMMER!!!
About Cuddly Monkey:

The brand was created in the SoHo offices of the New York and LA based strategic design studio Stag&Hare. Cuddly Monkey is distributed by Partners87, a leader in the design, development, and marketing of lifestyle and accessory brands. For more information visit www.cuddlymonkey.com.

ALBA IMAGES FROM: Splash News

Check out my personal summer tote faves:

MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Saffiano Large Travel Tote
MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Saffiano Large Travel Tote
Price: $348.0
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MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Item Tote
MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Item Tote
Price: $228.0
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MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Item Leather Tote
MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Item Leather Tote
Price: $228.0
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MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Saffiano Medium Travel Tote
MICHAEL Michael Kors Handbag, Saffiano Medium Travel Tote
Price: $278.0
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StudioVox Exclusive For Media Maven Readers!

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Apr 172012
 

Hello Darlings,

I just wanted to share how much I absolutely enjoy checking my emails. It makes me realize how important Media Maven has become to the online community. So much so, that karma draws Media Maven to want to go the extra length for her followers! Here is an amazing email, requesting to give us the first peek at what’s hot and trending for creative professionals much like myself! Check out what Kaitlyn had to say…

“We love your blog, your talents and your knowledge, which you use to help your grateful readers. As we are sure you are aware, it can be tough starting a career as a makeup artist, especially if you’re new to the industry.

We’d like to introduce you to StudioVox – (https://studiovox.com/default.aspx) – ​The new professional social network for creative professionals – and offer your readers an invitation to our private beta. This custom code will give you and your readers exclusive access to be some of the first to build profiles on this private website.

Studiovox fills the gap as a credible site for showcasing creative talent, connecting with other creative people and providing a broad range of features specifically for creative promotion. It’s the first online community that includes all creative fields and provides a complete ecosystem for creatives; creative professionals, creative industry, and agencies looking to hire.

StudioVox Highlights:

  • Network and connect with like-minded people
  • Ability to promote your talent to all creative professions and all hiring agencies looking for different types of creative talent
  • Unlimited music, image and file uploads and everything is completely FREE
  • Integrated E-Commerce allows for selling products

If you would like to be one of the few to make a profile on this exclusive site before it goes live and share this incredible platform with your readers so they can make their own profiles as well, please reply to this email. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you.

Cheers,

Kaitlyn & The StudioVox Team”

Hi Kaitlyn,

Sign us up!

XOXO,

Media Maven

Oh yeah…btw, here’s that response with our very own private beta code!

“Thank you so much for your interest and we would be thrilled if you shared StudioVox with your readers.

Your exclusive beta code is StudiovoxBetaCode017, which will give you and your readers exclusive access to the network…….

The beta code is activated and ready to go, so please share this with your readers as soon as possible so they can check out the website and create their profiles before it is opened to the public. Also, if you or your readers create a profile, it’s possible that we will select a few of the profiles to be featured on the website and on twitter as well. Additionally, if you or your readers have any feedback to improve the network, please let me know.

Thank you and we are really looking forward to your post.

Best,

Kaitlyn”

So go on lovelies…let’s create those profiles! See you all there!

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Suit Up for Spring with Trina Turks & Caicos

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Apr 042012
 

Hello Darlings,
Trina Turk offers a fresh splash of color and elegant fit with her bright Spring dresses. Her lemon, watermelon and blueberry palette make for an artful and refreshing dress silhouettes – perfecto for your Spring wardrobe!

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And FYI…Grace Bay Club has teamed up with the quintessential California women’s designer to launch a limited edition capsule collection in a bright, new print conceived and created exclusively for the resort.

 

With the Trina Turks & Caicos collection, women can rest easy knowing the limited edition line is available in a number of styles that are perfectly suited (no pun intended!) for all shapes and sizes.  The halter one-piece offers full support and coverage for women looking to reveal little, while the string bikini is best for the not-so-shy.  The halter bikini with hipster buckle bottom is a sultry combination of both, offering support but minimizing those pesky tan lines.  And of course, for those who prefer to protect their skin from any of the sun’s damaging rays, Trina Turk also designed two tunic styles for the collection.

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