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When It Comes to Services, How Much Is Too Much?
About 10 years ago, I used to save up money for a haircut at Orbit in Ann Arbor, MI. (Go see Chuck if you're in town; he's great.) A trim cost $35, which was a princely sum to my working-three-jobs-at-once self. Surprisingly, the salon's prices for a haircut have gone up only $5 to $15 — which isn't too crazy, considering how much time has passed.
Recession-Proof Beauty: Use Gift Cards Wisely
Not to step on Savvy's toes, but if you're having a hard time keeping your spending under control, this post is for you. I've already talked about strategies to spend less on beauty products, but a post on Get Rich Slowly gave me a great idea.
Instead of charging that splurge item, go with a creative kind of installment plan.
Four Products You Shouldn't Splurge On
This will come as no huge surprise to you, but some fancy products aren't worth the money. (I know, shocking, right?) I always like to find products of good value, but there are some things that you never need to splurge on. Next week, I'll share some beauty products that are worth their price.
Quick Quiz: Should You Tip The Owner of A Salon?
I get lots of emails asking about tipping etiquette for hair, nails, and other general salon and spa treatments, so I thought it was time to address the issue. Growing up, my mother always told me that it is not standard practice to tip the owner of a salon.
This unspoken rule stems from the idea that the entire cost of your treatment goes to the house.
Look Inside the Beauty Diaries of Four Women
I just came across a revealing story about beauty routines. Four women kept a beauty diary for a month, writing down what they did (and how much it cost) to look good. While these women profiled aren't spending $1,000 a week, it's still easy to see why the beauty industry is so profitable!
Attractive People Make More Money, A Study Says
A new report confirms something that will be unsurprising to most people: Beautiful people earn higher salaries than average-looking and unattractive people. The Daily Mail reports:
Economists James Andreoni and Ragan Petrie wrote: "We find a beauty premium even though beautiful people contribute, on average, no more or less than others. Attractive people make more money than middle attractive people, who in turn make more money than unattractive people."
Do You Think Price Correlates With Quality?
There are some beauty products I'll shell out good money for—a non-greasy sunscreen, a concealer that blends perfectly, a shampoo that lets me go an extra day without needing to wash my hair. But sometimes, fancy products don't seem to do anything better than cheaper drugstore versions do. What do you think—do you get what you pay for?
Women Who Spend $1,000 a Week on Beauty
How do you define a beauty splurge? A Bliss spa treatment? A Dior lipstick?
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Fragrance Review: Is Bond No. 9 Right on the Money?
I like perfume and I certainly like money, so I when I heard about a fragrance inspired by cash, I was intrigued by the concept. Add a little Andy Warhol in the mix, and it's all the more intriguing. Next month, Bond No.
The Look For Less: Nars' Hot Fall Nail Polish
Every time I hit Sephora, I gaze longingly at Nars Tokaido Express nail polish ($16). It's a deep, sophisticated purple with subtle gold flecks that a cool girl like Kim Gordon might wear if she were invited to a fancy-pants brunch. If you're looking for a similar shade at a smaller price, you're in luck.
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Nov 04 2009
Camilla Belle
WHAT SHE WORE
A diamante-embroidered Alexander McQueen dress and skull clutch, worn with diamond jewelry from Cartier
WHERE
The Los Angeles premiere of 2012
WHY WE LOVE IT
Belle's show-stopping avant-garde design has an ultra-flattering hourglass silhouette. Look for a dress with exaggerated shoulders and a full skirt that will make your defined waist look even smaller.
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