• Beauty

    “Gotta Have Face™”: “Sheer” Brilliance in Uniting Safety and Style

    Innovative fabrics, fashion-forward accessories and charitable objectives set fashion industry veteran Jaye Hersh-Eigler ‘s antiviral mask collection apart.

     

    Los Angeles, CA, November 2020: Back in the spring, Jaye Hersh-Eigler artfully and practically applied 35 years in the fashion industry to create “Gotta Have Face™. Now, as fall rolls into winter, Hersh-Eigler has translated luxe fabrics and other materials for the launch of new face covering options and accessories that make them a true fashion statement above and beyond essential protection. She has positioned “Gotta Have Face” as the mask company that is setting the bar as a full service stand-alone mask company that’s just as well-known for its commitment to helping countless people in need in our neighborhoods and communities.

    “Now that we’ve accepted that masks and face coverings are a part of our everyday life, we’ve adjusted to incorporating them into our wardrobe,” explains Hersh-Eigler. “We are coordinating clean, casual styles to our work outfits, finding elegant, sophisticated styles to dress up a date night look, and seeking out the most comfortable ones to wear when working out. Although the stylish mask evolved out of necessity, it truly has become an add on piece to wear like any other accessory.

     

    Hersh-Eigler is particularly proud of the line’s latest addition, See You Smile™ mask, a lightweight, breathable and comfortable semi-transparent two-ply mask ($15) shown to reduce droplets from coughing as much as a CDC recommended two-ply cotton-jersey mask. Although it was originally designed to be marketed to students, teachers and those hard of hearing, it became one of the most popular items across all categories, especially among customers who have pointed out that it’s their favorite go-to mask for working out.

     

    “After testing different masks on the market, we were able to identify design strengths and weaknesses that heavily influenced the design our of products,” says Hersh-Eigler on product development with the ‘See You Smile™’ mask and the others making up the line. “Many masks we tested were not breathable and didn’t have a universal fit. Therefore, we concentrated on fabric consistency and duration of wearability. We sourced and tested different fabric weight, content and textures that would maximize breathability and comfort. We provide extensive quality control before, during, and after production to ensure each and every piece is made to perfection for enjoyment by our customers.”

     

    Other masks with distinctive innovations captured the public’s imagination while solving several practical problems. The “Gotta Sip” mask, featuring a discreet opening for straws which closes flat when not in use, enables wearers to enjoy drinks without removing masks. The Designer masks, some which have long waiting lists, appeal on many levels as authentic designer purse and shoe dust bags are repurposed and each one is “one-of-a-kind” based on the placement of the logo. The LED Light Up Mask ($25), meanwhile, allows the wearer to sparkle this holiday season with its foundation of high-quality breathable fiber and soft, luminous fabric holding LED lights in place.

     

    Hersh-Eigler points out that another recent addition, the mask chains ($15-20) clip on an extra level of elegance, security and versatility. While they help keep a mask in place or within easy reach, they also multitask as a necklace and an eyeglass chain. They are available in a variety of link styles, colors, and lengths, which reflect current international fall fashion runway trends. She points out this Gotta Have Face extension builds upon the company’s original mission to offer fashion face coverings that people will want to wear above and beyond protecting themselves, others, and the community at large.

     

    “The detail going into fabric sourcing and the overall design ensures the quality and comfort will be the best on the market,” Hersh-Eigler affirms. “Right from the start, that commitment has brought us celebrity support as well as customers continuing to reorder masks and spread the word about what we’re doing. In fact, we’re currently operating at a 75% customer repeat rate, which speaks for itself! Beyond helping our customers make a statement through their mask, and in total comfort, we are just as proud of the fact that we have donated 100% of net proceeds from sales to the LA Food Bank which has provided almost 400,000 meals to those in need.”

     

    The collection is available for purchase via Instagram, @gottahaveface, and on gottahaveface.com.

  • Las Vegas

    LAS VEGAS DECKS THE HALLS FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON

     

    The Destination Spreads Holiday Cheer with Winter Festivities

     

    LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas shines as the ultimate destination for visitors looking to celebrate with holiday cheer. The destination welcomes winter and embraces the spirit of this season with an abundance of sparkling lights, outdoor events and activities to choose from.

     

    ARIA Resort & Casino is lighting up the holidays with its “Winter Wonderland” lobby display. Created by the ARIA pastry team and on display through Tuesday, Jan. 5, this year’s centerpiece is a custom-designed 15-foot-tall Sugar Palace, made from all edible ingredients. The sweet stunner showcases seven types of sugar work techniques in the 1,000 pressed sugar bricks, snowflakes coated in crystal sugar, blown-sugar swans and blown and pulled flowers, among other sugary pieces. In addition to the palace, oversized hand-carved ornaments, including carousel horses, ballerinas, snowflakes, swans and trains, hang from the ceiling.

    Envisioned by the Bellagio horticulture team, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens will celebrate all things merry and bright with thousands of plants and flowers with its glamourous winter holiday installation, “Hopefully Holidays.” Take in the beautiful Snow Queen and her majestic carriage pulled by four white horses, a fireplace setting with elves prepping for holidays, a family of polar bears and, of course, the 42-foot-tall, adorned Christmas tree on display early December. Also, a short walk away is the Bellagio Fountains, choreographed to holiday classics like “Sleigh Ride” and “Carol of the Bells” for the holidays.

     

    For the ninth holiday season, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas welcomed the return of The Ice Rink as Boulevard Pool transforms into a holiday spectacle high above the Las Vegas Strip. Visitors can enjoy roof-top ice skating on more than 4,200 square feet of real ice, roasting s’mores at socially distanced fire pits, adult renditions of seasonal cocktails, classic holiday films and breathtaking views surrounded by vibrant city lights.

     

    Holiday magic returns to The LINQ Promenade as it transforms into a modern winter wonderland with festive décor, family fun and a sparkling holiday light show on High Roller, one of the world’s tallest observation wheel. Guests are invited to enjoy an array of dining, socially distant activities and distinctive retailers throughout the open-air district. Complimentary parking and discounted tickets for High Roller Observation Wheel and FLY LINQ Zipline are also available for Nevada residents seeking a festive place to enjoy holiday-season ambience in an open-air environment.

     

    Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa is celebrating the most wonderful time of the year with Merry Crimson, a festive indoor and outdoor poolside lounge and terrace with an extravagant display of over-the-top holiday décor, including a candy cane swing and fireplace. The pop-up holiday bar is perfect for those looking to jingle and mingle in a comfortable and spacious lounge seating inside, or outdoors at private cabanas or by fire pits perfect for making s’mores. Celebrate now through Monday, Jan. 3. Don’t miss the nearly five-foot-tall by nine feet long gingerbread replica of the resort in the middle of the casino floor.

     

    Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall once again lights up its festive winter display at Mystic Falls Park, a time-honored tradition that does back to 1994. The seasonal décor in the indoor atrium features plush, animated teddy bears that can be seen playing, dancing and decorating the park. An 18-foot tree decorated in red and gold, garland-wrapped lampposts, streamers, wreaths fill the atrium, embellished with hundreds of lights, ornaments and red holiday bows. Families can drop off their letters for Santa in Santa’s mailbox located under the gazebo. The wintery experience will be available for visitors to enjoy through Friday, Jan. 1. Experience the park’s new holiday décor and more than 26,000 points of light from home by tuning into the attraction’s live webcam at www.samstownlv.com/webcam.

     

    Tropicana Las Vegas is celebrating with a first-ever Holiday in Paradise outside in the Tropicana Plaza. Holiday in Paradise showcases a festival of lights now through Jan. 3 featuring more than 25,000 lights covering the corner of Tropicana and Las Vegas Boulevard. Guests will step foot through a lighted archway welcoming them to a 20-foot Christmas tree flanked by large lighted gift boxes and surrounded by a tropical forest of 25 lighted palm and Christmas trees. The free holiday experience also includes a 10-foot tall live poinsettia photo wall, holiday music playing throughout the plaza and on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 3 p.m., the iconic hotel will offer a holiday pop up bar inside the outdoor Tropicana kiosk serving winter-themed and traditional cocktails, beers, as well as hot cocoa.

     

    Wynn Las Vegas is ringing in the season and celebrating the holidays with festive offerings throughout the resort. Transforming the main atrium into a winter wonderland, the showpiece of Wynn’s holiday décor is six mini winter villages inspired by the novel, Gulliver’s Travels. More than 8,000 seasonal poinsettias, dozens of bedecked holiday trees, and oversized wreaths are also on display around the resort. Guests can also sign up to indulge in the spirit of the season at popular events including the edible décor workshop for guests of all ages, decorate the ultimate gingerbread house with the pastry team Friday, Dec. 18 and the annual ‘Feast of the Seven Fishes’ at Costa di Mare, Dec. 24 and Dec. 25.

     

    AREA15, the new immersive entertainment, event and art complex in Las Vegas, has transformed their outdoor event space, A-Lot into Wanderland, promising weird, wonderful surprises for the holidays. Step inside the illuminated tree-lined village filled with extraterrestrial surprises, including a festive path of igloos with Insta-worthy holiday vignettes, pop-up retailers the heart of Wanderland – Balanceville – a 30-foot intergalactic art sleigh illuminated by hundreds of twinkling lights. Add to the outdoor Wanderland experience and step inside the Portal, the 360-degree projection mapped room, to experience Holiday 360: The Dream Before, a 30-minute light and sound exhibition. The ticketed experience runs through Sunday, Jan. 3 and includes access to the igloo stroll, a printed and digital photo from the art car sleigh and a cup of hot chocolate.

     

    Celebrate the holidays in Downtown Summerlin with the arrival of the Santa’s Chalet Mailbox and Rock Rink. Santa’s Chalet Mailbox is available for kids of all ages to drop their letter to Kris Kringle through Dec. 22. Take a spin around the Rock Rink set to the backdrop of joyful holiday music and a remarkable 40-foot holiday tree overlooking the rink through Monday, Jan. 18.

     

    Ethel M’s Chocolate Factory dazzles locals and visitors with its annual three-acres of cacti covered in more than one million holiday lights. Guests can stroll through the garden and experience the holiday display through Sunday, Jan. 3. Due to limited capacity, there is a timed entry process.

     

    Jingle all the way to Fashion Show Las Vegas and enjoy holiday-themed activities and complimentary entertainment. Reserve a spot for a guided Holiday Stroll through Santa’s Workshop – led by Mrs. Claus – or a Winter Wonderland ending at a giant snow globe, every weekend, as well as Wednesday, Dec. 23 and Thursday, Dec. 24. Enjoy sounds from 20 festive golden bells ringing along to holiday music above the Great Hall every Thursday through Sunday, and Dec. 23 and Dec. 24. Guests dining on The Plaza will be treated to live music from a talented violinist and guitar player, as well as charming performances from nutcracker dancers and sugar plum ballerinas, every weekend as well as Dec. 23 and Dec. 24. And don’t forget photos with the big man himself. Reserve a spot to get those socially distanced Holly Jolly Photos with Santa through Thursday, Dec. 24.

     

    The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace is dressed up for the season with show-stopping décor adorned throughout the center. Anchored by the iconic 40-foot-feature tree shimmering in 42,000 gold and white LED lights and ornaments, the stunning new decorations also include four, 8-foot-tall Roman Centurion toy soldiers, Instagram-worthy holiday sets and photo backdrops. Strike a pose in front of the oversized laurel wreath and Roman pediment and column setting with decorative trimmed trees

     

    Fremont Street Experience will kick off the holidays during its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Downtown Las Vegas on Wednesday, Dec. 9. The majestic, 50-foot tree will be wrapped in garland, decked with beautiful ornaments, and shine brightly below the 12.5 million energy-efficient LED lights of the Viva Vision canopy. The celebration continues Thursday, Dec. 10 during the first night of Hanukkah with the lighting of the 20-foot Grand Menorah and will remain on display throughout the eight-day Festival of Lights.

     

    Additionally, Glittering Lights at The Las Vegas Motor Speedway returns to celebrate its 20th season through Sunday, Jan. 10. The dazzling array of festive lights and sounds feature more than five million LED lights that intertwine a 2.5-mile course around the track. Named one of the “Best places to see Christmas lights in the U.S.” by CNN Travel, Glittering Lights is one of Vegas’ most festive holiday traditions.

     

    Rail Explorers, the outdoor-adventure attraction featuring pedal-powered rail bikes in Boulder City, celebrates the season with festive, Holiday-themed tours. Guests booking evening tours through Thursday, Dec. 31 will be greeted by the Rail Explorer Elves and receive cookies, candy canes, hot chocolate and/or hot apple cider. Day and evening tour times are available and schedules vary by day; check the website for times.

     

    Before jumping on his sleigh, Santa will plunge into the Shipwreck waters to bid everyone farewell alongside his underwater friends. Catch a glimpse of Diving Santa at the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Dec. 21 – 24.

     

    Town Square Las Vegas celebrates the holiday season and Santa’s arrival with “Snow in the Square” set to classic holiday tunes. The magical snow flurries and reservations to have a contactless or virtual visit with the jolly man himself take place through Wednesday, Dec. 23.

     

    For more information on Las Vegas’ holiday magic, visit www.visitlasvegas.com

     

     

    ###

     

     

    ABOUT THE LVCVA
    The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is charged with marketing Southern Nevada as a tourism and convention destination worldwide, and also with operating the Las Vegas Convention Center. With nearly 150,000 hotel rooms in Las Vegas alone and more than 13 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space citywide, the LVCVA’s mission centers on attracting ever increasing numbers of leisure and business visitors to the area. For more information, go to www.lvcva.com or www.visitlasvegas.com.

  • Baby

    Scenties Partners with The Child Mind Institute

    We live in a world of uncertainty where our anxiety and stress levels have been put to the test more than ever before. In the past few months, we have been forced to stay at home for weeks at a time, and our personal space has been narrowed down. This has made many of us realize that, before the pandemic, we never really paid as close attention to our mental health as we should.

    Mental health is a key aspect of our wellbeing, no matter how old we are, which is why we should start paying attention to it from a young age. Many mental health issues start showing up at a young age, or even arise from traumas people experienced when they were younger.  Parents should be cognisant and keep an eye out for their kids’ mental health from day one.

    This is why it is so important for brands like Scenties to support organizations like Child Mind Institute, an independent national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health and learning disorders. Scenties strives to bring happiness to children with their array of scented accessories, with their most recent launch being a set of face masks with scented ear loops. The masks themselves aren’t scented, but they are made with velcro sewn onto the sides so that kids are able to interchange the ear loops from one scent to another by simply sticking them on and off.

    Screenshot (1).pngmask strawberry.jpegrsz_1mask_pic_stars.pngrsz_screenshot_1.pngrsz_mask_strawberry.jpg

    Kara Dahn, the founder of Scenties, knew from day one that she wanted to support organizations that resonate with her. So, as a mom with a history of anxiety, and now seeing her children struggle with anxiety too, Kara didn’t think twice when the opportunity to support the Child Mind Institute came her way. Kara is just one of many people who support this incredible cause. Celebrities like Emma Stone, Michael Phelps, Lena Dunham, Emma Chamberlain, Margot Robbie, Octavia Spencer, Bill Hader, Kevin Love, and Jonah Hill have been involved with Child Mind Institute for a while now, raising awareness for kids’ mental health and helping children reach their full potential.

    This year more than ever, the clinicians at Child Mind Institute deserve to be honored and thanked for their remarkable commitment to providing mental health care during the COVID-19 pandemic. Therefore, Kara will be joining Emma Stone, Andrew Feldman, Kate Snow, Jeremy Strong, and many other celebrities at Child Mind Institute’s virtual 11th Annual Benefit on Tuesday, December 8th from 7:30 to 8pm EST to do just that.

  • Art

    Holiday Gift Ideas for Kids That’ll Get Them Away From the Screen!

    SCREENLESS, INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT: Codi 
    Eliminate screen time without eliminating the entertainment with Codi, an educational robot for kids 12 months and up. Codi is an adorable AI-enabled toy that provides children with over 200 fully curated, classic songs and stories and even encourages good habits (like brushing teeth or cleaning) to provide developmental support outside of the classroom.
    www.pillarlearning.com; also available on Amazon
    Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deal: $99
    INTERACTIVE ADVENT CALENDAR:
    Give kids something to look forward to as they count down to Christmas. Joyin‘s interactive advent calendars keep kids busy on cold December days! Choose from crafts and cars to building blocks and makeup sets and more.
    A BLAST FROM THE PAST: Evel Knievel 
    Remember back in the day when your biggest dilemma was deciding where to play with your favorite toy? Evel Knievel, the man, the myth, the legend is back and ready to get kids (and their parents) excited about stunts, jumps and flips all over again. The re-release of iconic 1970’s Evel Knievel Stunt Cycle is ready to introduce the fun of revving, jumping, and crash landing to a whole new generation.
    https://www.evelknieveltoys.com/; also available on Amazon and Walmart
  • New York

    Just Food For Dogs

    I have had dogs since I was 3 years old and before that my grandparents on both sides were avid dog owners. My mom’s dad and granddad has numerous dogs like dobermans and collies and my grandpa on my dad’s side loved boxers. My own dogs growing up have all been big! Labs, Shepards, Collies and Pitbulls.  Back in the day, the dogs ate what the people ate and then during my parent’s generation, dog food became a things. I remember my childhood dogs eating kibble and can food with gravy.  When I got my own dog after college, he was the pickiest eater I have ever met.

    Jacob tried 50+ brands of food and treats and turned his nose up at most of it. It was a white pitbull and from conversations with other white pitbull owners, they say the the same thing about their dogs. So low and behold I went back to the tried and true, eating what we eat way. I made food for him! Chicken, veggies, etc. It worked and that’s what he ate until he passed away at 11 years old.  Now my current dog Cami loves to eat any of everything. She ate raw for a long time as a puppy and then started on dog food about 2 years ago. That’s when all her problems happened! She has so many allergy flare ups, crusted red discharge, yeast in her ears, losing hair from itchiness, bleeding elbows and even eye infections. I knew she had to eat fresh again.

    JustFoodForDogs is the #1 Vet recommended fresh dog food.  Cami recently tried JustFoodForDogs and she loved it.

    Beef & Russet Potato - Just Food For Dogs
    – No secrets here, JustFoodForDogs makes their recipes by hand in open-to-the-public kitchens
    – Staff is made up of expert nutritionists and vets
    – It takes 11 days to slowly integrate fresh food into your pet’s meals. Start slow so your dog
    doesn’t get sick and by day 11, your dog will be eating only JustFoodForDogs for the rest of their
    lives!
    – Fresh dog food will make your pet’s immune system better and will give your dog more energy.

    There are so many meals to choose from, your dog will let you know her favorite in no time.

    Take the guess work out and order something delicious for your pooch at Www.justfoodfordogs.com

  • My dog Cami

    SPERO CBD Pet Treats

    Give your furry one the gift of comfort this holiday season with SPERO CBD Pet Treats.

     

    SPERO CBD is committed to spreading a new standard of CBD wellness to humans + pets with the purest and highest quality ingredients available on the market. If you are looking specifically for CBD Oils in the UK this may be a good resource for you

     

    Spero CBD Pet Treats support the wellbeing of dogs + cats by offering therapeutic benefits such as soothing inflammation and providing a sense of balance and calm. These delicious treats are available in bacon and sweet potato flavor with 30mg of CBD that you’re furry one is sure to LOVE!

     

    According to the World Health Organization, CBD is well tolerated by animals and is safe. To assure you are only giving your furry ones the best:

    • SPERO uses non-GMO, organically produced hemp, harvested only from farms in the USA, for sustainably made products you can trust.
    • Pet treats contain 0% TCH and has zero impurities so say hello to grounded calm with zero high.
    • Treats are rigorously tested for potency, pesticides, microbials, heavy metals and solvents, and then tested AGAIN with a third party for total assurance, so furry ones get all of the good stuff and none of the bad.
    • Products are loved by: Dr. Jordan Talley (physician Anesthesiologist), Carlene Thomas (registered dietitian nutritionist) and James Blake (pro tennis player + Olympian