Survival of the Fittest – My Fashion Week Saviors

It’s Fashion Week Day 5…or 6 – I lost count a couple days ago. We’re all exhausted and it’s starting to show. Us once fresh faced beauties have turned into tired, concealer smudge-aholics. I have a few things I wanted to share, that have been my go-to savior products this season:

First of all, the six inch heels for hours a day might be the most painful thing in the world. Thank goodness for Lindsay Phillips’ genius Liz Ballet Flats (in black below, $64) which are perfect for the back and forth from Lincoln Center to Milk Studio. The best part is that you can roll them up and they don’t take up any room in your bag. And if you’re heel happens to snap at any point (it’s happened to me), these flats are stylish enough to compliment your Fashion Week wardrobe.

And when I do have to put on my fabulous but not so comfortable heels, Foot Petals is my go to source for instant comfort. I decided it was time to invest in the Stiletto Stylist Kit this year, which includes:

1 Tip Toes
1 Killer Kushionz
2 Strappy Strips
1 Heavenly Heelz
1 Haute Heelz
2 Sole Stopperz

You can purchase them individually and in different colors too, but I was in need of them all! Starting Monday, we’ll be doing a 4-week giveaway contest with Foot Petals – one new fabulous product each week. Details to come over the weekend.

I know this product is for men, but MAN does it work wonders. Kiehl’s Eye Alert is my go to product for early mornings. It instantly cools and fights fatigue. I went through a whole tube over the past week due to lack of sleep.

Germs on the subway, germs all over Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, germs in the taxi cabs – they’re everywhere and unavoidable. I can’t stand the lemon/soap smelling gel sanitizers, so luckily Bath & Body Works has an amazing anti-bacterial hand foam. Japanese Cherry Blossom is to die for and goes everywhere with me. And who can resist the 2 for $5 deal?!

This is my favorite lipstick on earth, and I probably have one (maybe 2) in every bag that I own. Urban Decay Revolution Lipstick is the perfect red, and I use it as my blush too. Dab it on your cheeks and it’s an instant pick me up if you’re on the go.

Throughout the day to keep my cool, Bath & Body Works Aromatherapy Eucalyptus Spearmint Travel Size Body Lotion is my go to source! Eucalyptus Essential Oil clears the mind to improve concentration as Spearmint Essential Oil is uplifting and helps the mind to focus during long days at the tents. Trust me, it helps keep you sane!

And last but not least, Nature’s Path Pumpkin-n-Spice Granola Bars are delicious, and conveniently fit in my bag. I throw a few in each morning since sometimes during a chaotic Fashion Week day (or if you lose your wallet) there’s no time to stop and grab a bite. They have lots of good, healthy and natural ingredients too. Lots of different flavors to choose from if you’re not a pumpkin fan.

Fashion Week is almost over, so there will be lots to come on coverage as I will have more time to write (AND SLEEP). Hopefully you’re able to enjoy some of these products too!

xoxo,

JR.