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April 15th, 2011
Many a savvy online shopper is familiar with HauteLook.com. Each day, the site features a selection of designers and brands offering amazing discounts (think 70% off). The kicker: the sales are only offered for a short amount of time, and there are limited pieces available. To be honest, I think this whole game makes the experience even more fun. And once you’re in, it’s hard not to get hooked.
What’s even better? Today’s offer features the swimwear line by L*Space — a label that we feature not only once, but three times in Spa’s Summer Worldwide Guide fashion piece (on stands April 26).
Here’s a sneak peek at one of the pages. The grey bikini from L*Space quickly became a staff favorite. Good luck and happy shopping!
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March 4th, 2011
For the fashion shoot for Spa’s upcoming Summer Worldwide Guide (on stands 4/26), we pulled in every swimsuit under the sun (pun intended). It didn’t take long for all of the staffers to quickly fall in love with their favorite items. Associate Editor, Amy was eyeing a vintage-inspired floral bikini from Shan before it even arrived, our editor in chief, Susan, immediately slipped her feet into cute flats by Mystique, and with Voda Swim, I found the bikini I’d searched summers for. It was definitely a good way to get excited for the season.
Here’s a sneak peek at some of this season’s swimwear fashions. From one-pieces and bikinis to cover-ups, fun flats and roomy beach bags, we had our work cut out for us. And while I can’t show you the finished product … yet (our art department is diligently working on it), here are a couple of our favorite pieces to get you in the Summer spirit.
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December 16th, 2010
Aromatherapy Growing Kit
This cute aromatherapy growing kit will bring out the green thumb in anyone. The white containers look great on a window sill or as a centerpiece on the kitchen table, plus the fresh scent of lavender creates that spa feeling at home.
Price: $34.95
Living Green Collection from Hillhouse Naturals
Candles are made with a 100% natural soy wax and plant-derived essential oils. Scents include Sprout, Flora, Red Currant Nectarine, and Orange Leaf Amber.
Prices: Diffuser - $43. Candle in glass - $24.50. Candle in tin - $12.
Holiday Wishes Votive Collection from Glassybaby
Includes six rich red candleholders: lipstick, ferrari red, rudolph, amaretto, lifeguard, and true love.
Price: $240
Sustainable Napkin Blocks and Organic Percale Napkins from Amenity
Pre-washed organic percale napkins available in cream, cocoa and grey. Napkin blocks hewn and crafted by hand from FSC-certified walnut.
Price: Napkin Blocks (set of 4) - $36. Napkins (set 0f 4) - $50.
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December 16th, 2010
A Professional Shave ($35 and up)
Consider transforming this daily chore into a luxurious experience with the gift of a professional shave, available at any of the country’s ever-expanding crop of barber spas. Aside from allowing him to kick back while someone else does the tedious work, a professional shave also offers the opportunity to address any skincare issues—such as razor burn or ingrown hairs—with an expert.
The Art of Shaving Barber Spas (various locations nationwide) and 316 Club Barber Spa in Chicago. Both offer gift certificates and a host of high-end grooming products in their online stores.
Escape Gift Set from ESPA
This men's travel kit includes a Napa leather wash bag, Body Smoothing Shower Gel, Shavemud, and Hydrator.
Price: $199.50
The Magic Box from BlackSocks
It's magic. He gathers his old socks, puts them in the box, and sends it to BlackSocks (postage is already paid). The people at BlackSocks count the socks and send the same number of new calf-length socks back to him. The old socks are sent to Texaid, a Swiss textile collection organization, and recycled.
Price: $149
Small Zero Messenger Bag in Tweed from Rickshaw Bagworks
This brown herringbone tweed messenger bag is made from 100% wool with zero-waste manufacturing. It features a quick-adjust shoulder strap and a velcro flap closure.
Price: $55
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September 28th, 2010
The Mandara Spa Atlantis, Paradise Island is now offering guests the opportunity to pamper their BFF (Body, Face and Feet) with it’s new BFF package. This 30,000 square-foot flagship spa, which reflects a contemporary, Balinese design, offers guests a broad spectrum of wellness options from signature therapies steeped in Balinese tradition, to customized couples treatments in private spa villas. This value-added spa package is only $129 and provides the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation for the body, mind and soul, at a great price!
The BFF package includes:
- 25 minute back massage (Body)
- 25 minute refresher facial (Face)
- 25 minute foot massage (Feet)
- Complete use of the spa amenities and fitness facilities
- This offer is subject to availability and blackout dates apply. For more information and to book this offer, visit www.atlantis.com
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September 20th, 2010
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to write about spas? As you’d imagine, it involves a fair amount of treatment testing—and this held true at Spa magazine’s 7th annual L.A. media event at Montage Beverly Hills, where top companies in the spa industry shared their latest offerings with Spa editors and a host of Los Angeles-based reporters representing Angeleno, Bon Appétit, Elite Traveler, Fit Pregnancy, InStyle, KCBS Los Angeles, Los Angeles magazine, Newsweek, Organic Spa, Reuters, WWD, and more.
Here’s an insider’s look at what was featured.
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Tags: editors picks
September 15th, 2010
Bring mind, body, and spirit into balance as you walk the labyrinth at Golden Door in Escondido, California.
This December, one way to escape the winter weather is to head to the Golden Door for a nurturing, restorative co-ed week in the beautiful Southern California sunshine. With daytime temperatures averaging 70 degrees, you'll be able to enjoy all of the destination spa's usual outdoor activities such as Cardio Tennis, Outdoor Cross Training, and a comprehensive hiking program using their 20 miles of on-site trails. You can also join their Swim Clinic or just take a break and relax by the pool.
Details: Offer available from December 5 through 31, 2010 for a 7-day stay from a Sunday to a Sunday. Must be 18 (or 16 if accompanied by an adult). Includes 3 meals and 2 snacks daily, daily in-room massage, daily facial or body treatments, 2 herbal wraps, a manicure and pedicure, make-up lesson and hair consultation, unlimited fitness classes and lectures, a personal fitness guide, spa wardrobe during stay, personal laundry, personalized take home program, and airport transfers.
Cost: $6,000 single occupancy (a savings of $1,750)
To book or learn about other specials, visit Golden Door reservations or call (800) 424-0777.
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June 24th, 2010
The Napa Valley is a beautiful area of California to visit in the summer—there's the wine (of course) as well as plenty of opportunities to enjoy warm weather and all sorts of outdoor activities.
And there are spas! Plenty of spas ... In fact, The Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa is currently offering a $20 discount on one of their 75-minute spa packages for any guests staying during the month of July. Here are the details:
- Deal: $20 off 75-minute spa package
- Details: The package includes the Raindance Signature Mini Massage (25 minutes), the Quick Lift Facial utilizing NuFace technology (25 minutes), and the Treat Your Feet (25 minutes).
- Cost: $170 (valued at $190)
- Dates: Month of July, 2010
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May 12th, 2010
Looking for a relaxing spa getaway this summer? The Golden Door in Escondido, CA is offering a special rate for their upcoming Labyrinth Week (July 18-25, 2010). You get all the spa offers plus a unique experience walking the Golden Door Labyrinth. You'll pay only $6,000 for the week (rates typically begin at $7,750 per week).
Retreat: Labyrinth Week at Golden Door San Diego
Details: Dr. Lauren Artress, founder of Veriditas: The Worldwide Labyrinth Project, will be your guide you as you walk the Golden Door's labyrinth. Also: Daily in-room massage, daily facials or body treatments, two herbal wraps, manicure and pedicure, make-up lesson and hair consultation, personal fitness guide, personalized take home program, fitness classes and lectures, accommodations, and airport transportation.
Cost: $6,000
Dates: July 18-25,2010
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May 4th, 2010
Looking for a luxury vacation destination that can accommodate a party of six? Consider Villa Soleil at Montage Laguna Beach. The exclusive three-bedroom beach villa offers guests 3,000 square feet of living space, with an open layout that’s perfect for lounging around with friends.
Other noteworthy highlights include: an outdoor grill and whirlpool spa; twice daily housekeeping services; complimentary use of the resort house car within Laguna Beach; and access to Spa Montage, resort pools, beach services, resort fitness classes, and a personal trainer.
While at Spa Montage, be sure to book the Seasonal Wrap, which currently incorporates grapefruit and basil to celebrate Spring.
Watch a Flip video of my recent visit to Villa Soleil here (and I apologize in advance for the camera shake):
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