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May 22, 2013 >> 5 Minutes With Catt Sadler

One look at Catt Sadler and you’ll understand why we have an incredibly huge girl crush on the E! News journalist. The brunette bombshell rules the fashion waves hosting E! specials and red carpet events, and her own personal style sparkles as one of our favorite TV personalities. But wait! There’s something even better! Coming to Chicago for one day only, Catt will be speaking on a panel of fashion and beauty pro’s at Simply Stylist on Saturday, June 8th. Details after the break.

Before the fashion lover comes to the Windy City, we asked her a few questions in prep for her Simply Stylist appearance.

Q: SUMMER TREND YOU’RE DYING TO TRY?
A: I really want to rock itty bitty midriff exposing tops! I’ve picked up a few, but am hitting my crunches extra hard before I slip into them!

Q: SUMMER TREND YOU TRIED AND WON’T BE TRYING AGAIN?
A: Snakeskin is incredibly trendy right now. I’ve done animal prints in the past. Been there, done that. Kind of over it.

May 21, 2013 >> Now you see (through) it: 10 awesome clear accessories

We covered so many great summer trends (hello, black + white, ruffles and more!) in our Summer Fashion Special—check out the collab with Splash here—but there is one more we wanted to highlight. The see-through accessory trend is big this season, and we’re clearly (get it?) on board. From clutches to jewelry and watches to shoes, these crystal-clear items have nothing to hide. These accent pieces are playful and fun, and will give your outfit an extra level of freshness.

And here’s a tip: Pair one or two with a simple ensemble to keep a nice balance of whimsy and sophistication. Check out ten of our favorite finds:

A. Bright Love Lucite clutch, $295 at ccskye.com

B. Audi pump by Manolo Blahnik, $775 at Barneys New York

C. Clear plastic collar, $35 at Topshop READ MORE >>

May 9, 2013 >> Get this! Remix Aromatherapy

Meet Giselle Wasfie: former Glamour magazine editor turned acupuncturist. The bubbly Chicago-based healer’s studio is a safe haven for curing what ails you. Whether it be acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping or Reiki, Giselle’s knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine combined with charming bedside manner make for an instant energy upgrade. But wait! There’s something new! Are you practically on pins and needles? Giselle’s latest endeavor takes her classic training and brings it smack-dab into your home. Meet Remix Aromatherapy, a line of five 2 ounce scents aimed to bring Giselle’s studio to wherever you need it. From calming nerves with Chill to eliminating negativity with Cleanse, the collection is as useful as it is well-designed.

We catch up with Giselle to talk style, beauty and the launch of Remix Aromatherapy. And just so you know: you might have to look up where your Thalamus is, too.

Q: We’re digging this aromatherapy line. Give us the scoop.
A: The sense of smell is the most powerful of all Five Senses, as it is the only one that passes straight to the memory cortex without going through the other areas of the brain first (the other four have to pass through the thalamus first). For example, when I get a whiff of Calvin Klein’s Eternity, I immediately go back to 8^th grade, yikes! My all-natural aromatherapy is an organic extension REMIX’s holistic healing beliefs and lifestyle approach to overall wellness. It’s yet another tool to manage the challenges of modern life from a natural approach, as needed and on the spot, sensually.

Q: Play favorites: what’s your favorite scent from the new collection?
A: Dirty question, I like it! It would be a tie between Chill (((Night))), which smells rich, seductive but still airy and Flow, which smells like an awesome day out at the beach and sun-tanned skin and sand between your toes that feeling that leaves you wanting more. READ MORE >>

May 3, 2013 >> Totes Cool! We’ve got our favorite man bags for Summer

They say the tote makes the man. Er… well… we actually just made that up. But when it comes to the G&F guys, we’re suckers for a good tote. But choose wisely—that bag that stores all your sh*t says as much about you as your go-to drink or how you keep your car incredibly clean 365 days a year. Tote shy? We’ve built a few looks with some of our favorite bags of the season just for you. From Mr. Quirky to Mr. Rugged, these fool proof formulas of style will leave your other guy friends tote-ally jealous. Yes, we went there.

Who is Mr. Cultured? If your ports of call are more international than domestic, and your weekend attire is dressier than most of your friends.

BLUE FLECKED SUIT SHORT, $90, AT TOP MAN // SAINT JAMES TOTE, $498, AT COACH // SHIPLEY & HALMOS MAX LACE UP BUFF, $325, AT APARTMENT NUMBER 9

Who is Mr. Quirky? Your killer smile matches your killer sense of style and you’re definitely not afraid of a little, no, a lot of color.

NILES NUBUCK SLIP ON IN GREEN, $178, AT COACH // PRETZEL KNOT TOTE ,$35, AT JACK SPADE // BUSBY DOT SHORT, $165, AT JACK SPADE READ MORE >>

Apr 30, 2013 >> You’re Invited! Get Glam at the ULTA Beauty Halsted Street Store Opening

ULTA Beauty is opening up their newest location on Halsted and we want you to be the first to take a peek. From a meet and greet with Devyn, winner of Oxygen’s reality show The Face, to reps from Urban Decay and bareMinerals, we’re rolling out the red carpet for you to start summer beauty off right. And this! G&F will be on hand with an interactive Beauty Booth for you to dish your beauty secrets for a chance to win a fabulous ULTA prize.

RSVP to info@glossedandfound.com.

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