Halloween is scary, but I think this week has it beat.

Creepy? Makes your skin crawl? Sounds like Wall Street and Capitol Hill. (spider is from Hidden Gardens on Maple Ave, small $15, large $40)

Is it me, or do these little guys have the same expression on their faces many had after the dow dropped 777 points on Monday?
(ghost candles from Shoe Depot on Broadway, small $5.95, large $6.95)

I think we will all need a mummi-tini on Friday.
(martini glass from Shoe Depot on Broadway, $24.00)

Mirror, Mirror on the wall! What are the hottest make-up colors for Fall?

Eyes: earth tones, purple from light to smoky. Cream and gloss shadows. Liquid or cream eyeliner.
Lips: lighter, natural shades of brown, pink and peach, or vintage matte red.
Cheeks: light, natural tones, pink.
Nails:deep brown, vampy red, purple, baby pink and beige.
Amy Snider owner and aesthetician at Spa Cascada (487 Broadway, 2nd floor) has the full line of Glo Minerals make-up. Make-up that is actually good for your skin. Glo Minerals make-up is packed with antioxidants and vitamins - it will give your skin a flawless look while it actually works to improve your skins quality. Now you can be the fairest one of all!

Make a Statement with a Classic

A week end find at 80 West. The best part - it was only $55.00! Kudos to Barbara who has brought high fashion with affordable prices to the Spa City - as you can tell - I'm a big fan!

Animal prints are a classic when worn minimally - on bags, belts, shoes, hair accessories or cardigans. They bring pop to an outfit and make a big statement. The zebra print is crisp and clean. When black and white is added to any outfit it brings a polished, finished look. Bring out your animal side...grrrrrrrrrrrrrr.........
jeans from 80 West (80 West Circular Street) ruffle top from Speck (353 Broadway), blazer from Aggie's (454 Broadway), black dress from Violets.

My New York City day in Saratoga...

Craving a taste of Manhattan? A slice from Pizza on Broadway (mural is from the pizzeria) should do the trick. At $2.50 for a cheese slice, it's a cheap lunch and a quick fix. Craving more? They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner!

No, I wasn't at Bryant Park, but I did make it to Spa Cascada (487 Broadway, 2nd floor) for the Staci Snider Show. She is Saratoga's own Haute Couture designer. To sneak a peak at her other fabulous designs stop by Spa Cascada. They are a true work of art!

Brown's Weekend Buzz

The 2008 Showcase of Homes. Get inspired.

Oktoberfest!
Meet some friends, bring the kids, listen to some music, have a beer, watch some football.
Saturday September 27, It's Confidential, 38 Caroline Street. Jeff Walton from 1-3, Big Medicine from 4-7.

"Tis almost the season.... Order your Christmas cards by 9/30 at PaperDolls and you will get a 10% discount on your order. Check that off your list.

THE color of the Season

According to Wikipedia, the color Violet to Chinese painters represents the harmony in the universe because it is a combination of red (yang) and blue (yin). We can use a little harmony these days - don't you think? The color also often represents royalty and luxury in many parts of the world. So if you want a little harmony, or luxury, or you just want to be trendy (I won't think less of you!) - THIS IS YOUR COLOR.
Dress by t-bags a label sold at Aggie's in the Down Street Market Place. Gold cuff was found at Lucia Boutique also in the Down Street Market Place, she carries a wide variety of hand made and vintage jewelry. Clutch is from 80 West.

Indulge your inner child!

 

"What's up Doc?"

My boss/husband/wife/kids (you fill in the blank) are "driving me coconuts!"

Get yourself a "gob" or a "lady in red" or a "satisfier" or a "twinkie twinkie little star" and that should do the trick!

Don't get the joke? Check out the menu at SpaCityCupcakes.com