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September 2012

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Fall Fashion Trend: Make a Statement with a Peter Pan Collar Necklace

September 28, 2012

I’m such an accessory addict. I just love to rock fabulous accessories with everything! Heck, I’d even go as far as wearing accessories with my pj’s… Why? Because I want to look amazing even while I’m dreaming. Hey, you just never know when Peter Pan and Tinker Bell will come to whisk you away on a wonderful adventure in a far away land. Ok, maybe not, but I can certainly look the part with this season’s hottest trend; the Peter Pan inspired collar necklace.

Inspired by the lapels of the legendary (and forever young) Peter Pan, these collar necklaces are all the rage this season and I absolutely love the take on this classic look. Both timeless and enchanting the Peter Pan collar necklace is a definite must-have for your Fall accessory collection. “But where can I find this fun fairytale fashion accessory?” you ask… Well luckily  the shops over at Lenox Square has you (and your neck) covered with a great selection of fabulous Peter Pan inspired collar necklaces that will bring your Fall fashion fantasy into reality.

 

Take flight with this Silver-Tone Pave Peter Pan Collar Necklace from Kenneth Cole New York $125. Crafted from silver-tone mixed metal, this necklace gives you a grown-up look with pave black and glass crystal accents.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Grab a kiss from Betsey Johnson with this Antiqued Gold Tone Pink Lips Black Ribbon Collar Necklace $110. This darling Peter Pan inspired collar necklace showcases a gold tone chain intertwined with black grosgrain ribbon, black grosgrain ribbon bows, fuchsia glitter lips and clear crystal accents.

 

Here’s a quick fashion tip: Collar necklaces look best when your top is collar-less so choose a top without lapels so they don’t draw attention away you’re your fabulous choice of neck candy. Or, if you choose to rock lapels be sure that your collar necklace drapes a few inches below your lapels so that envious eyes can see your gorgeous neck accessory.

 

So stop by Lenox Square and make a statement this Fall with a fabulous collar necklace. Now, if I could just find a store that carries sequin embellished pajamas to compliment my new neckwear… Hmmmm

Simon Mall - Style Setter - Lenox Square

Nikka Shae The Undercover Socialite

@ the movies

Hotel Transylvania opens its doors on September 28

September 27, 2012

Welcome to Hotel Transylvania, Dracula’s lavish five-stake resort, where monsters and their families can live it up, free to be the monsters they are without humans to bother them.  On one special weekend, Dracula has invited some of his best friends – Frankenstein and his wife, the Mummy, the Invisible Man, the Werewolf family, and more – to celebrate his beloved daughter Mavis’s 118th birthday.  For Drac, catering to all of these legendary monsters is no problem – but everything could change for the overprotective dad when one ordinary guy stumbles on the hotel and takes a shine to Mavis.

Hotel Transylvania

SPOILER ALERT!!!!!

I had a chance to catch a sneak peak with the kidos and I must say that this movie is a definite must see! It has a wonderful story-line  and the character antics will keep you in stitches the entire time. And even though the film is in 3D it wasn’t overly done which was a pleasant surprise. Fave characters were Dracula (Adam Sandler), Wayne the Werewolf (Steve Buscemi), and Frankenstein (Kevin James). The cast consisted mostly of Adam Sandler movie alumni which always makes for great screen chemistry, tons of laughs, and loads of kid-like fun. Oh, and since this IS an animated film, it goes without saying that the animation and effects were superb! I give this film two ‘fangs’ up!

Cast of Characters:

Adam Sandler as Dracula

Andy Samberg as Jonathan

Selena Gomez as Mavis

Kevin James as Frankenstein

Fran Drescher as Eunice

Steve Buscemi as Wayne

Molly Shannon as Wanda

David Spade as Griffin

CeeLo Green as Murray

Jon Lovitz as Quasimodo

Brian George as Suit of Armor

Luenell as Shrunken Heads

Want more monster mayhem? Visit http://www.welcometohotelt.com/ for movie downloads and much more!

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Dynamic Kids Expo

September 21, 2012

Does your family like to have fun? Here’s an event the entire family will enjoy!

The Dynamic Kids Expo will be held at the Gwinnett Convention Center on Saturday October 13, 2012. This expo will be a blast!  The Gwinnett Center turns into Kids’ City. Allow your child to visit the fun zones: Rolling Video Games, Spa-Kidz, inflatable bouncer, clowns, face painters and much more! This wonderful family event is filled with top-notch entertainment, fun hands-on activities, and the latest products and services for kids from toddlers to young teens. This one-of-a-kind INDOOR event is open to the public. Parents, the Expo will feature exhibitors that will showcase quality children’s products and services. This is your most complete one-stop shopping opportunity for everything that your children need!

Become a Sponsor: http://dynamickidsexpo.charityhappenings.org

Purchase Tickets: http://enchantedbluevents.ticketleap.com/dynamickidsexpo/

I will be there with my family along with other fabulous mom bloggers to capture the event and have a little fun with the little ones! 😉 We will see you there!

For more information about the Dynamic Kids Expo visit:
www.DynamicKidsExpo.com
www.facebook.com/DynamicKidsExpo
www.twitter.com/DynamicKidsExpo

happenings

A Wonder-land of treasures and much more

September 19, 2012

Hi Lovelies,

Imagine yourself frolicking in a brilliantly painted landscape of colorful flowers while the mist of the springtime air stimulates your senses. I’m envisioning a world filled with happily-hued home décor, colorfully-chic clothing and auspiciously adorned accessories that surround you like begonias in bloom. Ok…someone please pinch me now because I must be dreaming! Well, thanks to a Wonder-fully new shopping concept called C. Wonder, my candy-colored dream has just become a reality.

The brainchild of Chris Burch, C. Wonder is a revolutionary lifestyle concept that offers a diverse assortment of beautiful, versatile and spirited products that pair timeless design elements with a fresh twists resulting in a shopping experience unlike any other. Boasting of charm, fun, and excitement C. Wonder takes shoppers into a magnificent Wonder-land filled with Wonder-ful treasures that will leave you Wonder-ing why no one has thought of this before.

From accessories to monogramming, C. Wonder has it all!

From accessories to monogramming, C. Wonder has it all!

Yours truly was able to get a sneak peak of the C. Wonder store at Lenox Square prior to the official grand opening, and I must say that I am totally in love with the stores concept. C. Wonder has created a unique shopping experience with surprises at every turn. Upon entering the store, and after literally scooping my jaw off the floor in amazement, I could not help but be captivated by the cheerful ambiance and playful appeal that boldly invites you in for a closer look… And I challenge anyone to resist the urge to touch every item once you’re in there. I literally couldn’t help myself. Now I could never be sure but I thought I heard my mother’s voice saying “Nikka, put that down!” and “Nikka, stop touching that!” Well, let’s just say that I took note because that particular statement was generally followed by her slapping my hand. 😀 So, after my self-imposed “time-out”, it was back to shopping! I was simply in awe of the vast selection of items that I never thought I needed, but immediately realized was missing from my “must have” list. And with items priced on average of under $40 I’ve got more than enough of an excuse to add a few additional items to my list. 😉

C. Wonder carries a unique assortment of personal treasures

C. Wonder carries a unique assortment of personal treasures

C. Wonder features an assortment of products that are designed to enhance women’s lifestyle with offerings that include women’s apparel and shoes, fabulous jewelry and accessories, houseware and home décor, personal electronics and gadgets, and an abundance of unusual gifts. And it doesn’t stop there…  They also have fittings rooms that offer guests a more personable experience with adjustable lighting and music to set the mood between wardrobe changes. How fab is that! You can also take your shopping personally and use their in-store monogramming and engraving services to brand your purchases with your very own initials.

Luv the C. Wonder concept and colorful collection

Luv the C. Wonder concept and colorful collection

So head down to Lenox Square and stop by the C. Wonder store to “pick up” your very own personalized treasure. Oh, and don’t be surprised if you see my mother there waiting to scold you for touching everything in the store. 😀

C. Wonder even carries a floral embellished scooter. Too fab!!!

C. Wonder even carries a floral embellished scooter. Too fab!!!

 

Well, I’m off to do a bit more shopping. Turns out that I’m in search of a custom floral embellished scooter and I can’t seem to find one anywhere.

Wait, C. Wonder sells those too?

I love this store!!!

Nikka Shae The Undercover Socialite

Simon Mall - Style Setter - Lenox Square

 

 

 

 

Check out more pics from the C. Wonder grand opening event at Lenox Square:

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[FREE eGuide] 10 Things Your Mom Never Told You About Being a Female Entrepreneur by Nicole Garner

September 13, 2012

10 Things Your Mom Never Told You About Being a Female Entrepreneur by Nicole Garner

 

Before taking the dive as fierce female into the pool of entrepreneurism, this comic guide will serve a “Cliff’s Notes” approach to practical advice that will help any young woman on her journey into following her dreams and creating her own future. An insightful, intelligent, colorful, comic-style guide; “10 Things Your Mom Never Told You About Being a Female Entrepreneur” delivers tips for the emerging power girl as she flourishes in the world of business and womanhood as a whole. Written by Nicole Garner, CEO|Founder of The Garner Circle PR & The Garner Brand, this guide is written from first-hand experience and personal trial & error.

As a female, there are things that only we as women experience in the world of entrepreneurism. I want this guide to serve as a starting point for women, making sure they are better prepared not only in regards to business savy but emotionally as well. ~ Nicole Garner

 

For more information on where the guide is available visit http://thegarnerbrand.com/prettypowerful/

Facebook: facebook.com/PrettyPowerful
Twitter: twitter.com/TheGarnerCircle

Here’s how to get your eGuide onto your iOS device

(Through a partnership with blurb.com, this quick e-guide is available for FREE)

1. Open the following link on your iPad, iPhone, or iPad Touch: http://blurbprod1000.s3.amazonaws.com/a0e9c868548b44349bf552c9a25cc0d9/94ee2ede-9e31-6ab6-6a16-1414d515abb2/Untitled.epub

(You may be asked to sign in to your Blurb account.)

2. Your ebook will be downloaded and will open in the iBooks app. (tap ‘Open in iBooks’). If you do not have the free Apple iBooks app you’ll need to install it before downloading your book. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ibooks/id364709193?mt=8

One note: ebook files can be quite large. As such, the download may take several minutes. In addition, please be sure you have enough free space on your device or the download may fail.

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Cupcakes, Cocktails & Curves

September 13, 2012

Hi Lovelies!

It was a night of fun and fashion as Embellish Boutique hosted a sassy shopping soirée featuring tasty treats, yummy cocktails and fabulous plus size fashion rocked by curvy divas. Yours truly co-hosted the event alongside the lovely Susie Simpkins who is the owner of Embellish Boutique, and I must say that we had so much fun! 🙂 Embellish offers fab styles for plus size divas and they also carry cute accessories, shoes, and jewelry, as well as consignment items which are a great alternative for divas wanting chic designer looks without the retail sticker shock.

This fabulous event featured a fashion showcase and runway show with looks from Embellish Boutique as well as haute styles from Big Bang Boutique. I had my eye on this zebra print top by Big Bang Boutique that was too fab! #FashionEnvy But, I left with a few head-turners from Embellish that I recently rocked at several events. The fab ladies from Salon Inferno were also there to glamify the models’ makeup and hair in preparation for the red carpet runway. And let me tell you…these ladies wurk’d that runway honey!

Brittany Garner of Big Bang Boutique (l) and Susie Simpkins of Embellish Boutique (r)

Brittany Garner of Big Bang Boutique (l) and Susie Simpkins of Embellish Boutique (r)

Models rockin the runway!

Models rockin the runway!

Lovely models wurkin the runway, and fabulous guests strike a pose

Lovely models wurkin the runway, and fabulous guests strike a pose

Absolutely LOVE this piece! Notice me waiting to snag this beauty from the model. LOL

Absolutely LOVE this piece! Notice me waiting to snag this beauty from the model. LOL

Guests indulged in a bit of shopping while sipping a few nips, and partaking in all of the fun. There were also several giveaways such as hair care products by Salon Inferno and a gift certificate by Lucky 13 Bakery who provided guests with some of the most delish cupcakes that I have ever tasted (and concealed in my purse). 🙂 I honestly could not help myself, so please don’t judge me. 😐 They were sooooo yummy!

Delish cupcakes by Lucky 13 Bakery

Delish cupcakes by Lucky 13 Bakery

Thank you to Susie Simpkins of Embellish Boutique for hosting such a fun and fashionable event, and also for those haute dresses. 🙂 I had an amazing time, and the fashion show was tha bizness!!! Thanks also to mom and daughter duo, Sheri and Brittany Garner of Big Bang Boutique for providing us with a preview of their fabulous collection. They certainly lived up to their name as their pieces were literally “thebomb.com”. 😉

Kisses to a fabulous event!

Kisses to a fabulous event!

Hey, if you’re ever in the Kennesaw area you should stop by Embellish Boutique, and not just because Susie and the ladies know how to throw a fabulous party. I mean the styles they carry are very trendy AND very affordable. I was feeling a bit of fashion deprivation because I live very near Embellish Boutique and I had no clue they were that close to me. #FashionFail 🙁 But now that I know where they’re located I will definitely be returning because I absolutely love love love their pieces. #FashionRedemption 🙂

Nikka Shae The Undercover Socialite

Visit Embellish Boutique for plus size fashions and more at…

Embellish Boutique
2615 George Busbee Parkway #3
Kennesaw, Ga 30144
(Across the street from Town Center Mall)

Check out more pics from Cupcakes, Cocktails & Curves at Embellish Boutique :

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Tweet & Eat with the BFF’s at Shula’s 347 Grill

September 11, 2012

Hey Lovelies, it’s time for another fabulous Tweetup event with the Blog Fab Fashionistas!

Join Oh! Nikka and the BFF Ladies for an evening of food, fun, tweeting, and plenty of photos at Shula’s 347 Grill in Buckhead. Guests can also take advantage of Shula’s $5 martinis and 1/2 priced glasses of wine while grooving to live music in the lounge! So let’s sip and socialize the night away BFF style! Hey, if you’ve ever been to a BFF hosted event you know that this will be yet another must attend that you don’t want to miss! Oh, and don’t be surprised if your friends are a teeny bit envious when they see all of the pics of you having loads of fun with the BFF crew!

When:
Wednesday, October 3rd
7pm – 9pm

Where:
Marriott Atlanta Buckhead Hotel
3405 Lenox Road NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30326

Here’s an interesting tidbit: The BFF’s have been known to flood both Twitter and Instagram with all of their picture postings. You can see for yourself by searching for #BFFTWEETUP on Twitter.

@ the movies

Disney’s Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3 set to be “unleashed” on Sept 18

September 7, 2012

Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3 - Disney DVD

 

Everyone’s favorite talking Chihuahuas are back…

Walt Disney Studios proudly unleashes Hollywood’s renowned pack of celebrity Chihuahua stars in the hilarious all-new movie “Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3: Viva La Fiesta” releasing on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD and Digital on September 18, 2012.

Well… My bags are packed cause’ I’m heading to Beverly Hills!