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Halloween Inspired Cocktails
Who said adults can’t enjoy Halloween too? Here are three Halloween inspired to cocktails to “treat” you and your friends!
Halloween Sangria
- 1 Bottle of VOGA Italia Red Fusion
- 1 cup whole black grapes
- 1 cup whole green grapes
- 2 oranges, sliced into rounds
- 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
- 1 lime, sliced into rounds
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1 (12 ounce) can club soda
- Colored sugar, for rimming glasses
Vampire Blood
- 4 cups of rum
- 2 cups VOGA Italia Red Wine
- The peel of three lemons
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1 cup lemon juice (fresh squeezed)
- 4 cups of water
- 1 blood orange sliced into thin disks
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- freshly grated nutmeg
Pumpkin Spice Margarita
- The juice of 1/2 a lime, plus a wedge and a wheel for garnish
Kosher salt, for the rim - 2 ounces Jose Cuervo white tequila
- 2 ounces pumpkin spice syrup
- 1/2 ounce orange liqueur, such as Cointreau
- Asian, Austin, Australia, Bitty, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, My Dog Jacob, New York, Toronto, WorldWide
Halloween Beauty Tips
With just a few short weeks away, NYC is finally starting to feel like Halloween! Regardless of what you choose to dress up as this year, here are fabulous beauty picks that will help complete any costume and a few more products to wash away even the toughest hairspray, body paint and body glitter when the night is over.
Achieve texture and height that would make 80’s Cyndi Lauper jealous with the Bed Head Little Tease Crimper (MSRP: $29.99/Ulta). A quick tip? Crimp before braiding for a massive braid full of texture. We won’t tell your secret, you little tease.
For mermaid hair, try the PRO Beauty Tools® 1” Professional X-Long Gold Curling Wand (MSRP: $34.99). Complete with an extended barrel, this iron is 2” longer than a traditional curling iron, ensuring that heat is evenly distributed throughout the length of the hair for consistent performance. If it’s cheerleader-inspired curls you’re after, the game-changing PRO Beauty Tools 1” Professional Iridescent Curling Iron (MSRP: $29.99) should be your go-to. Complete with a 24-hour curl lock, your style will perform all night long. No touch-ups required!
80’s Punk Rock, Marge Simpson or Morticia Adams – the Salon Grafix High Beams Collection ($4.99, Drugstores) offers exactly what you need to achieve the craziest of hairstyles. These sprays are simple, easy to use and wash out with just one shampoo. High Beams are available in NEW Artsy Aqua, NEW Truly Blue, NEW Gotcha Green, Rockstar Red, Bangin’ Blue, Popstar Pink and Punky Purple. Also available in other fashion shades as well as a variety of natural shades from honey blonde to warm brown to jet black.
When the night is over, grab the La Roche-Posay Micellar Solution ($21/drugstores) to help remove stubborn makeup and smeared cat whiskers. The gentle-yet-effective formula is a 3-in-1 no-rinse solution. It tones and removes make-up with dirt-encapsulating micelles that cleanse while respecting skin’s natural physiological balance.
Wash away hair dye, glitter and hairspray with the Infusium23 Moisture Replenisher Collection ($6.99 – $8.99, Target). Designed for moisture-deprived hair, the Infusium 23 Moisture Replenisher Collection is formulated with an exclusive blend of avocado and olive oil to lock in moisture and enhance shine. A unique i-23 Complex, enriched with provitamins, antioxidants, proteins and amino acids, instantly transforms dry, damaged tresses into soft, healthy-looking, more manageable hair.Dark circles, puffiness and under-eye bags can be frightening. Recuperate and say sayonara to tired-looking eyes the day after Halloween with the Wilma Schumann Hydrating Collagen Eye Pads ($18 for 5 sets at CVS). These 100% pure collagen gel pads offer intense hydration, and visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and puffiness.
- Asian, Austin, Australia, Bitty, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, My Dog Jacob, New York, Toronto, WorldWide
Say Hello to Beautiful Hair: Wella EIMI
One of my secrets from growing long healthy hair is to cut back on washing your hair everyday. Needless to say, you will need a great Dry Shampoo. One of my new favorite brands for keeping my hair looking fresh all week long is Wella. Their EIMI styling collection molds and empowers, shapes and inspires, and lets everyone express their own, unique personality. Think of each product as a “message in a bottle” – ready to telegraph style without a single word. EIMI offers a wide range of choices for styling and three different levels of hold.
Below are a few of my favs from their latest collection:
Root Shoot Precise Root Mousse to give limp locks perfect lift right where they need it
Dry Me Dry Shampoo to help refresh your style, extend the life of your blowout, and add volume
Sugar Lift Sugar Spray For Voluminous Texture is a sweet solution for boosting body and texture, while keeping hair touchablePerfect Me Lightweight BB Lotion to pamper tresses with restorative moisture, add shine and smoothness, and protect from heat styling damage
Now available at www.beautybrands.com !
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Beauty Essentials For a Flawless Day
As an on the go New York City gal, the most important lesson I’ve learned is to always carry fail-proof items for a put-together look, no matter what.
Whether you’re running errands, visiting family or simply are an on-the-go type of person, Here’s a 4 solutions for every problem you can run into on the day to day basis!
PROBLEM: Weak, Fragile Nails and Chipped Polish
SOLUTION: Chemical-free, chic Lauren B. polish and Dual/Base Top Coat
PROBLEM: Shiny and unbalanced skin


SOLUTION: Brightening and blurring primer from Lumene with Vitamin C and DDF Glycolic Exfoliating Oil Control Gel for exfoliated, radiant skin
PROBLEM: Dry, itchy scalp and ends from OD’ing on heat tools
SOLUTION: Philip B. Anti-Flake Relief Shampoo and Sun Bum 3-in-1 Leave in with Coconut Oil
PROBLEM: Humid weather and perfume that won’t stay on
SOLUTION: Cooling Philip B. Thai Tea Mind and Body Wash and Chai Latte for a scent that stays on your body long past after-hours
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NYFW: Cocktail Recipes
Whether you’re behind the stage, sitting front row, or reading updates online, sip in style during the trendiest week of the year with these Fashion Week inspired cocktail recipes from VOGA Italia and SPARKLING ICE.Pretty in Pink
Ingredients- 3 oz. Grapefruit Sparkling ICE
- 1 ½ oz. vodka
- 1 oz. lime juice
- Lime wedge
- Sliced fresh jalapeño
- Chili salt for rim of glass (Kosher salt mixed with chili powder)
Directions- Use a lime wedge to rub the entire rim of a chilled martini glass, and dip into chili salt mixture.
- Combine vodka and jalapeno slices with ice in a shaker.
- Strain and pour into the chilled martini glass.
- Top with Grapefruit Sparkling ICE.
- Garnish with a few Jalapeno slices.
Haute Couture
Ingredients:· 1 oz Vodka· 3 oz VOGA Pinot Grigio· 1 oz. Cranberry or pomegranate juice· Fresh berries (for garnish)Directions:· Pour VOGA Pinot Grigio and vodka into chilled martini glass· Top with cranberry or pomegranate juice· Garnish with fresh berriesLittle Black Dress
Ingredients:· 4 oz VOGA Merlot· 3 oz. Coca-Cola· Lemon/lime (for garnish)Directions:· Pour VOGA Merlot, then Coca-Cola over ice· Garnish with lemon or lime slices around the rim of the glassFlirty Fashionista
Ingredients:- 3 oz. Peach Nectarine Sparkling ICE
- 2 oz. VOGA Prosecco
- Sliced white peaches for garnish
Directions:- Pour VOGA Prosecco, then Peach Nectarine Sparkling ICE over ice
- Garnish with sliced peaches, raspberry and basil
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NYC Fashion Week Guest Blogger: Cindy Duran
Hi there! My name is Cindy Duran and I am the latest guest blogger for this year’s NYFW! I most recently moved to New York City, but I am no stranger to Fashion Week. I am currently a student here in NYC majoring in Marketing with a concentration in Fashion Communications. I also have a blog of my own (Guiltyplaisir), so be sure to check that out to get to know me a little better and get some good insight into my personal style! I am very excited to be joining HEYDOYOU this fall season and I can’t wait to update you all on the hottest products and events right here in the big apple! You know what they say, “The secret to a rich life is to have more beginnings than endings.” Wish me luck! Can not wait to keep you posted 😉 xoxo
Instagram: @Cindydee_ / @Guiltyplaisirwp





















