Style and Focus Lifestyle PR: July 2007

Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Pamper Your Dog at Biscuit Magoo Day Care & Spa

I was watching a Special Green Wedding episode of "Get Fresh with Sarah Snow" on the Discovery Health channel. Prior to getting engaged the couple opened a dog day care and holistic spa and accessories store called Biscuit Magoo.

Biscuit Magoo
37 Clinton Ave.
Staten Island, NY 10301
718) 815-7807

E-mail: info@biscuitmagoo.com

Store Hours:
Monday - Sunday
Day Care 7am - 10pm
Boutique 11am - 7pm
Salon & Spa by Appointment Only

Biscuit Magoo is a full service day care and holistic spa. They also offer extended/over night services for busy traveling pet owners (check website for prices). They offer six affordable spa treatments ranging from $25-$35. With such adorable names such as Buttered Biscuit, Itchy Dog and Ginger Sheds A Lot treatments your dog will just be begging to get cleaned.

To help keep your little doggie well trained, puppy kindergarten or basic obedience is offered with the training expertise of Dani Santanella, a graduate of Triple Crown Dog Training Academy. Please contact for avaliabity of training sessions.

Nikka Spring 07 Collection Pt. 2

One to Watch: Megalyn Echikunwoke

(photo credit: 4400-online.net)

Megalyn can currently be seen playing the transformed Isabelle Tyler on the fourth season of "The 4400" on the USA network (Sunday night at 9:00pm). Although she's acted in other TV shows such as "24", "The Steve Harvey Show", "That '70s Show", "What I like about you" and "Supernatural", to name a few, Megalyn is best know for her breakout role on the hit show "The 4400". Even though she was added to the third season, her character quickly became a fan favorite.

Some of Megalyn's previous projects include a short documentary film by Tao Ruspoli called "Going". This film features images about travel, motion, memories, that are suppose to overwhelm your senses and provide inspiration. She also had a song, "So Much" featured on MTV's TV show "Spyder Games" in 2001.

Last night (7/30) she was on "The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson" discussing her character on the show, her experience of growing up and living on a Navajo Indian Reservation in Arizona and how she spends her down time while living in L.A.

Monday, July 30, 2007

My New Favorite Clothing Brand: Nikka (Spring 07 Collection Pt. 1)

Nikka's designs exude sophistication, style and comfort. Below are pictures from Nikka Spring 2007 collection. The collection includes beautiful print dresses and tops, cute shorts and crisp trousers, that are all very wearable. With details such as ruffles, lace and sexy little cut outs you will surely have all attention when you walk into any room.

This collection is perfect for pretty much an lifestyle whether it's working at a trendy PR agency, lunch with friends, fundraisers, going out on a date or dancing the night away at the hottest nightclub. I will include their Fall 07 and Holiday 07 collections in future posts.

For store locations in your area, please contact: info@nikkanewyork.com

Harry Potter's Emma Watson the latest Cover Girl for Girls' Life Magazine

Emma Watson is the current cover girl for the August/September issue of Girls' Life magazine. The article "Bewitched" features: How she handles "Mean Girls", how she deals with being recognized by fans, what her future holds for her and more. Below is a quote from the article:

On what type of car she wants onces she gets her license:

"All my girl friends are like, 'Oh, my God, you have to get an amazing car. Get a BMW!' And I'm just, 'Oooh, I don't know.' I find driving intimidating enough and having some beast of an engine that cost loads of pounds...if I damage it or whatever and the cost of insurance."

For more information pick-up the latest edition of Girl's Life magazine. Girls' Life magazine is aimed at teenage girls between 10-15 years old providing them with positive examples and advice.

Friday, July 27, 2007

Friday's Happy Hour Drink: White Sunset

It's just a little non-alcoholic drink that I like to make during the summer. It's very refreshing and plus it's a great summer drink for kids.

White Sunset

Ingredients:
(serves one)

6 oz white grape juice
3 1/2 oz cold sparkling water
4 Frozen seedless grapes for garnish

Directions:

1. Pour the grape juice and sparking water into a tall glass with ice.
2. Stir.
3. Garnish with the four frozen grapes.

Mo'Nique's F.A.T Chance is Back for a Second Year

Continuing to prove that women of all shapes and sizes are beautiful, Mo'Nique created F.A.T Chance (which stands for Fabulous and Thick) a beauty pageant for plus size women that's shown on the Oxygen channel.

This is the third season for this pageant and it will have a nice surprise the pageant will be held in Paris, France. Mo'Nique's F.A.T Chance in Paris will air Saturday, July 28th from 8-10pm on the Oxygen Channel (check your local listings for times).

(photo credit: oxygen.com)

My Weekend Movies: Talk To Me, The Simpsons and No Reservations

Talk to Me is about the story of Washington D.C. radio personality Ralph "Petey" Greene, who became a popular talk show host and community activist in the 1960s. Don Cheadle stars as Petey Greene and the film also includes Cedric the Entertainer, Martin Sheen, Taraji P. Henson, Mike Epps and Chiwetel Ejiofor.

The Simpsons Movie starring the entire crazy citizens of Springfield.

No Reservations starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, Aaron Eckhart and Abigail Breslin

Life and Style Fashion News Featuring Dresses, Trends and More

This week's Life & Style Weekly fashion sneak peek comes from the August 6th issue currently out on newstands:

(Click each picture for a better view)

* Jessica Biel is Life & Style's Style Maker of the Week. Jesse Garza, co-author of "Nothing to Wear?", details how Jessica's style has changed.

* In Stores Now: Sexy Dresses That Actually Flatter! features 8 dresses that extenuate the postive and hid the negative parts of a woman body. The dresses are similar to ones worn by Gabrielle Union, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Maria Menounos and more.

* 7 Trends in 7 Days features celebs such as Katie Holmes, Heidi Klum and Pamela Anderson showcasing the latest trends such as wearing summer plaid, how to look great while wearing a hat and showing that longer skirts can be as sexy as a mini.

* This Minute’s Must-Have Weekend Bags! features 8 travel bags from Bric's, Lacoste, Libertine for Target and more. Also, see which travel bag Sienna Miller is carrying for her getaways.

*Let Victoria Beckham, Vanessa Minnillo, Angelina Jolie and more show you how to wear the latest trend, ladylike lace dresses in Style Week. Bonus: Four lacy accessories to feminize any outfit.

* Stars’ New It Wedges! features the latest "IT" sandal that celebs like Kerry Washington, Carmen Electra, Misha Barton and more are wearing. The article also includes four equally hot wedges from Nine West and Dezario.

Denim Mini Skirts: The Best Part of Summer

Denim mini skirts never truly go out of style. They are great for all seasons, just remember to wear leggings or tights for fall and winter. For summer, I love to pair my minis with a cool T-shirt and flats (or flip flops) for a great day look. It's even cute with a fitted cardigan and ballet flats.

If you're going to wear a mini for evening, try not to be so over exposed by maybe wearing a fitted T-shirt or a flowy off-the-shoulder top to keep it sexy without looking too sexy.

Below are 11 affordable denim minis that are great for summer: