AMAZING LITTLE GIRL GETS GAGA PRAISES

Today, Lady Gaga posted a video of a little girl named Maria who has amazing vocal and piano skills. "Can't stop crying watching this. This is why I make music. She is the future." was how Gaga felt about Maria's cover to her latest single off her new album, Born This Way.
Maria's cover of Born This Way by Lady Gaga

Meet Sammi Sweetheart From Jersey Shore Tonight!!!!!!

Hey Guys and Dolls!!!! Tonight at the Clifton, NJ Mandee's Sammi Sweetheart From Jersey Shore will be there from 6-9pm. Donate a pair of shoes and get 20% off. Gift with purchase and win up to $100. Maybe I'll see ya there!!! Muahz!!

Food/Dining Review - Holsten's

Holsten's

One day last week, I really didn't feel like cooking because it was just one of those days. We always pass by this place in Bloomfield, Holsten's, that is an Old Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor, so we decided to try it out. Upon entering no one greeted us at the door and we seated ourselves. We waited about 20-25 minutes to place and order and get drinks. Their menu is very simple serving foods like burgers, chicken nuggets, hot dogs and fries. By the time I got my order, I was already done with half of my soda. I ordered a bacon cheese burger that looked like I made it on my grill at home. The chicken nuggets my son and daughter ordered were cheaper than the ones you buy at the supermarket for like 100 for $2.99 **being sarcastic** and the cheese fries were missing the cheese! My youngest daughter ordered a hot dog which seemed to be the best meal. They have high school kids as servers that don't know time management and they didn't serve all the food at once making my boyfriend wait an additional 5-8 minutes for his fries. The kids meals came with ice cream but once were were done we waited about another 10-20 minutes to get the check. I asked for the ice cream to go, and if I wasn't able to take it to go we were just gonna leave it. Overall it was an awful experience.

2 THUMBS DOWN!!!

Spice it up on Valentine's Day!!

Instead of just giving gifts, try changing it up a bit and do something different for Valentines Day this year...you'll partner will appreciate you for it.

• Picnic Fun - Place a blanket on the floor with candles around and have your Valentine's meal as a candle-lit picnic with a bottle of your favorite bubbly.
• The Gift of Time - Give a hand-made coupon for your partner to request a special wish. For example, a coupon good for back rub or a naughty desire. You can could have a lot of fun with these and they will spice up the relationship.
• Have Sex in a Public Place -  Be creative and have fun but be responsible about the place you choose.
• Go on a Wine Tasting Tour  - if you have local winery you can visit then that’s perfect! If not then create your own wine tasting adventure by picking out some of your favorite wines and then try pairing them with some fruit or cheese.
• Take a Trip to Disney World - Disney has plenty to do for adults. Try staying in one of their premier resorts and letting them set up a package for you where your meals and drinks are included for a fun change of pace.
• Make a Human Sundae – blind fold your partner and tease them by turning them into a human sundae. All you need to do is raid the kitchen and fridge for the most common sundae ingredients (make sure your lover likes them as there would be nothing worse to kill the mood then a mouthful of something they don't like). Common sundae components include chocolate syrup, caramel, cherries, strawberries, bananas, ice cream, and chopped nuts...YUM! 
• Try on Lingerie at a Local Store – this is a great way to really tease your partner and get them worked up for lovemaking later. Victoria's Secret is a great place to start or if you're not sure where to go, try searching the internet for local lingerie shops near you. Let your partner pick out their favorite outfit and purchase it to take home with you.
• Make a Rose Petal Bath – this is an oldie but goody and never ceases to knock the socks off your partner and make them fell like the angels are smiling down on them. It's really simple and you can make it special by adding your own unique touches. Try making a rose petal trail to the bathroom where a warm bubble bath is already waiting. Use candles and low lighting to set the mood and maybe have some of their favorite goodies like chocolate covered strawberries waiting for them so there's nothing for them to do but get undressed and get in the bathtub.
• Read a Sexy Book Together - grab a really sexy, provocative book and start reading it together. Find something that is erotic enough to get you both in the mood for some really hot sex afterwards!
• Couples Massage - I LOVE a good massage...it's so relaxing and comforting. Make an appointment for a couples massage together in the same room so you can gaze into each other's eyes and daydream about the night ahead.
• Stay in a Local Hotel - stay in a local hotel and pretend your out of town on a trip. There's something really exciting about the idea of pretending to be somewhere else so bring a bottle of wine and your favorite outfit and pretend like your a tourist for the night.
• Reenact your first day - Bring back those old butterflies!!!

Valentines Day isn't just for sweethearts but for all of your loved ones so here are so unique ideas for the entire family.

For Family and friends...

• Balloon Goodies - Insert candy surprises into balloons before inflating them - add a folded-up Valentine's message then inflate each balloon. Tie with a red ribbon and attach to your loved one's chair for them to find Valentine's morning.
• Scavenger Hunt - You can prepare this one for your spouse or for your children to enjoy. Write up little notes about how you feel and what they mean to you and place them around the house along with a candy heart or other treat. Add a riddle at the end of each note about where to find the next note. At the last note, have something special waiting there. For example, you can be waiting for your hubby in a candle-lit bubble bath with two glasses of wine. For your children, then can find a teddy bear or other toy or treat.
• Valentine Notables - Little notes in their lunch boxes, on the bathroom mirror, in his briefcase, stuck on the car windshield, in his underwear drawer -- "I'm fortunate to have you!"

Dress for Sale/Help a Sister out!!

Omg!!! Have you ever made an Internet purchased and it wasn't what you expected?! Well, that's exactly what happened to a friend of mine. My friend Alison purchased a prom dress for her daughter. The picture above is the exact dress she purchased. Once she got the dress she loved it expect that the white on the dress is not solid white and has gold in it which her daughter ended up not liking. Now my friend has this beautiful never before been used dress and needs to get rid of it. Having more than enough time before prom she is gonna try to sell this dress for the purchase price she paid. If any of you know of anyone that may be interested in purchasing this dress for prom or any other event please contact Alison at La Femme Dress Craigslist Ad or me at xlafiinax@aol.com

Thank you!!!!

Rainy Days

Hey guys, Hope you all are nice and warm on this cold and rainy day. Today I will be doing a lot of research for new post ideas and updates. Please feel free to send your comments or suggestions to me at xlafiinax@aol.com!!! Please tell all of your friends and subscribe today!!

Rainy day tips

You shouldn't wear open toe shoes on rainy days.
A ponytail will help control frizzy hair.
Invest in a well made umbrella and some waterproof make-up to avoid embarrassment.

Product Review/Avon Naturals




Cucumber Melon Moisturizing hand and body lotion

  Avon?! My cousin had bought some products from Avon and gave me a lotion. Its Avon Naturals Cucumber Melon Moisturizing hand & body lotion. First thing I did was read the label which says this lotion is formulated with BioSeed Complex and pure cucumber and melon extracts. Mmmmm... Now, I wanted to know, Does it smell good? & to my surprise the lotion had a very nice scent. I don't like things that smell to much like flowers or pine. Yuck!! But, this didn't smell like either. It has a very gentile smell that blends well with my skin. The lotion itself is not thick or creamy but lightweight. When applying the lotion onto my hands, it melted into my skin. I prefer my lotion lightweight and not too thick and creamy that I cant touch anything until the lotion dries. The scent last for a good while and not much re-applying is necessary throughout the day.

I know a Avon Representative in the area that could help you get this and other products!!!
Place an online order for more than $30 shipped directly to your house and shipping is FREE!!!
Click here: Cynthia, Avon Representative to place your order today!!

February is Black History Month

Greatness occurs when your children love you, when your critics respect you and when you have peace of mind.-- Quincy Jones

Call of Duty Black Ops Double XP Weekend

Attention all Zombie fans... pause Zombies gameplay to take advantage of the Double XP Weekend Starting today February 4 at 1pm until Monday morning. Time to Prestige!!!

Click here to view: Call of Duty Black Ops First Strike Trailor HD

Music Review - Rihanna Loud

Latest Album, Loud

I really love this album from start to finish. It is one of those albums you don't even have to shuffle but could play on repeat all day. In this album, Rihanna is very sexy and seductive taking charge with a new style that I also love. Red hair, Red lips with a new funky style, I absolutely love this Rihanna!!! After the whole Chris Brown ordeal no one knew what would happen to her, but, she worked it to her advantage and is killing it on the scene. Besides the Pink Friday Album, I really wanted to get this one as well because I just knew it would be work the money. &Let me tell you, I got my monies worth!! 5 stars!!!

One of the singles S&M is one of my favorites!! Click here to view the video: Rihanna -S&M Official Video

THE MAN TREES GIRLFRIEND

Ha!!! Look what I found!!! I dont know where this is located but isn't it crazy how this tree just grew naturally like that!!! This is what "The Man Tree" has been waiting for... LoL!!

Music Review - Nicki Minaj Pink Friday



Album Cover

  

The Deluxe Exclusive Fanpack from Target

 

CD Cover

Pink Friday T-shirt, Front

 

Pink Friday T-shirt, Back

Since I am such a lover of the Hip Hop culture, I missed the hardcore lyrics from female artist in that male dominated industry. But, from the moment I heard Nicki Minaj, I was hooked!!  Nicki started underground and was picked up by none other then Lil Wayne from Cash Money/Young Money. I like how Nicki really embodies so many things and I admire her for wanting to be the First Female Rapper turned Mogul. On her MTV documentary, My Time Now, you get to see the real Nicki front and center. She is still wearing her wigs and get ups but you get a glimpse of the savy business woman and the intimate family girl. Nicki candidly expresses why she feels the need to be and act in a certain way in order to get respect from her peers. After being a fan for a while now, I had to get her first album ever, Pink Friday. Honestly, its the first CD I bought in a super long time because I've downloaded her mixtapes along with other songs for free. (I will be posting a blog on how to download entire songs/albums for free) The Deluxe Exclusive Fanpack album contained a Limited Edition ladies t-shirt and 3 Bonus Tracks which my boyfriend purchased at Target. This funpack was not available anywhere else!!! After listening to the entire album, I give it 5 stars!!!!!. Bonus track, Muny, is one of my favorites along with singles Moment 4 Life and Roman's Revenge.





For more on Nicki Minaj



Mac Wonder Woman Collection Spring 2011

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Russian Red Intense bluish-red (Matte)

Spitfire Bright creamy magenta (Satin)

Heroine Brown bronze (Frost)

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LIPGLASS

Emancipation Pale neutral pink
Wonder Woman Bright red with soft pearl
Athena’s Kiss Bright blue fuchsia
Secret Identity Mid-tone copper with soft pearl
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OPULASH

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Army of Amazons Green
Themyscira Blue
Black Black
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PENULTIMATE EYE LINER

Rapidblack True black
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NAIL LACQUER

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Paradise Island Soft warm pink (Satin)
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Real Drama Dark burgundy with pink pearl (Satin)
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Insurmountable Dirty blue grey (Veluxe Pearl)
Bold Babe Deep metal blue with white pearl (Frost)
Deep Truth True dark blue (Frost)
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PIGMENT

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Marine Ultra Vivid marine blue
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Golden Lariat True coral with fine gold shimmer/Soft
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M·A·C Wonder Woman Red Makeup Bag
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M·A·C Wonder Woman Bulletproof Blue Makeup Bag
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M·A·C Wonder Woman Utility Belt Eye Brush Set
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M·A·C Wonder Woman Utility Belt Face Brush Set
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M·A·C Wonder Woman Invincible Mirror
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Available February 10 –mid- April 2011

Happy Groundhogs Day



Groundhog handler Ben Hughes w/ Punxsutawney Phil after he doesn't see his shadow

Mayor Bloomberg holding Staten Island Chuck


One of the most anticipated days of the winter is Groundhogs Day because the famous groundhogs determine whether spring is near or if there will be six more weeks of winter. Today Punxsutawney Phil and Staten Island Chuck both agreed that Spring will come early this year!! What do you guys think? Reality or Myth? Only time will tell but I'll be keeping my fingers crossed.

TONiGHT!!! THE REAL HOUSEWiVES OF BEVERLY HiLLS REUNiON PART 2

I love love love to watch the reunion shows. The women have watched all of the episodes and get to hear and see not only themselves but what the other women say and do as well.

My favorite Beverly Hills housewife has to be Kyle Richards. Kyle has a great fashion sense, is a devoted mother and has the hottest husband on the show.

My second favorite has to be Lisa Vanderpump. She is the British spitfire who has no problem telling you how it is all the while with a smile on her face. Lisa has been married for 29 years and has a weird relationship with her husband but it works for them.

Kim Richards is the one I feel sorry for. She is a former child star and mother of four, who allegedly has a drinking problem.

Adrienne Maloof is a fellow Virgo and part-owner of the Sacramento Kings and the Palms Resort in Las Vegas. I think I'm the most like her because Martial Arts have been in my life forever and the bickering between her and her husband is similar to my relationship.

Taylor Armstrong is the people pleaser and trouble maker who is unhappy in her marriage but seems to become friends with the girls for the exception of Kim and Lisa. 

Last and least, lol, is Camille Grammer, the soon to be ex-wife of  Kelsey Grammer. Camille is like the Danielle Staub of Beverly Hills. As much as you try to like her she has a way of coming off the wrong way. One thing I know is she doesn't need any luck with the divorce because she never signed a Prenup. Smart Girl!!

Don't forget to tune in tonight at 10pm on Bravo to watch the second part of the reunion. If you didn't see part one, tune in to Bravo at 9pm for the repeat or click here: Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Part 1

THE MAN TREE

One of my Facebook friends posted this pic of "THE MAN TREE" which is located in Ponce, Puerto Rico. It actually just grew naturally that way. What really gets me is how close to the real thing it is!! What do you guys think?!

Kim Kardashian W Magazine Photo Shoot

WoW!!!! Hello Kim Kardashian!!! I adore everything about Kim and when I saw these pics, my first thought was, "Really!!" Even though she looks stunningly amazing, I know how she respects herself and her body especially after the sex tape scandal.

To see Kim's reaction to the unexpected news click here: Kim's melt down because of W Magazine Photo Shoot

LAFiiNA's Top 10 Timeless Fashion Tips

1. The hour glass figure is forever in.
2. You can't go wrong with a little black dress. Little and black always looks pricier than it is.
3. Don't be to perfect. A messy up-do done right looks good and takes under 10 minutes.
4. Embrace your so called "flaws". No one is perfect.
5. A large dark pair of shades can stand the test of time.
6. Dare to be different. Don't be afraid to make a statement.
7. Denim never dies and it goes with everything.
8. Be who you want to be and reinvent yourself.
9. Simple can be better. You make the clothes, it dosen't make you.
10. Confidence and a smile are your most fabulous accessories. Work it!!!!!

New Jersey Fashion Week Oct 2010

New Jersey Fashion Week with Jacqueline Peros, AICI President



Deborah Belfatto - Founder of Susan G. Komen for the Cure - North Jersey Affiliate with

                      Donnella Tilery and Jack Panico Founders of New Jersey Fashion Week



            

Thomas Lavone (left) with model and Olivia at Jerseylicous finale taping

 

On the T.V. show Jerseylicious, Gatsby Salon, Glam Fairy and Anthony Roberts Salon all competed to get a spot in the First Annual New Jersey Fashion Week 2010 held at Pleasantdale Chateau in West Orange. Donella Tilery, producer and co-founder, sought the talent giving the competitors their opportunity. Jack Panico, co-founder as well, hosted the NJ Fashion Week. Jack is also the owner of Panico Salon and Spa in West Caldwell. Donella partnered with  New Jersey Life Health & Beauty Magazine and raised thousands in ticket sales for the breast cancer charity Susan G. Komen For The Cure North Jersey Affiliate. Designers include,  Elene Cassis, who has a 60's inspired look for her line, Malak Atut’s had Mediterranean-inspired jewelry designs, Darius B. Gibbs, menswear designer and creator of Fusion Apparel,  Kahri Anne Kerr who's collection was amazing with her so-right-now collection of short, sparkly, structured dresses and military detailing and  Thomas Lavone a Newark native, who's design was worn my Mrs. New Jersey Claire Szucs-Pavlinec. Thomas is an award winning designer with an impressive resume that includes freelancing for DKNY and Victoria Secret.

The Gatsby Salon were the winners of the event!!! Congrats Gatsby Girls!!!

New Jersey Fashion Week 2011 Tickets ON SALE NOW!!!

Use discount code: Jerseylicous now until Feb 15th!

New Jersey Fashion Week 2010 - VIDEO