| “Tonight’s the Night. Gonna be alright..."
It’s going to be quite a night indeed. Date Night with that special
someone. Think prom-proportions for grownups. And if you’re married,
once in awhile it’s that much more important to make some time for
each other, even pretend it’s a first date with all the prep, primp
and preening that you used to do.
Hey, Sleeping Beauty... wake up & smell the soy coffee! Come again?
 Look,
we love a good cup of joe in the morning as much as the next girl, but we
love even more that Soyfee’s roast soybean coffee is loaded with cancer-preventing
soy and packed with vitamins and minerals like B complex, calcium, magnesium
and zinc!
Talk about energy the natural way...sans caffeine. Nutty and full-bodied,
choose from a variety of roasts to start your day off right and keep yourself
the paragon of health. What are you waiting for --- Mr. Wonderful will be
here in hours and he knows healthy is HOT!
Bonus:
Soybean coffee has none of the nasty tannins present in coffee and tea so
it won’t stain those pearly whites you’ll be flashing in his
general direction tonight!
Check out our favorite new healthy beverage at Soycoffee.com
Okay, if you can’t quite stomach soy coffee and you’re not
willing to forfeit this one last vice, than add a little pep to your step
with a decadent mocha latte from Moonstruck Chocolate Café.
Moonstruck is our new best friend, and we’re so happy to hear chocolate
can add a few years to our life...at this rate, we’ll be around a long,
long time! Go all out, live for the moment, and sink into their lush chairs
in their Chocolate Café’s and relish this wakeup.
Time to get rid of those nasty toxins you’ve still got hanging
around from those margaritas last night with the gals...
We want you to glow tonight and that can’t just be painted on with
a blush brush (well, at least not entirely)...it needs to come from within.
Sorry, that means a little cardio, ladies. Run, bike, jump, walk....just
MOVE (Extra points for a few reps in the weight room). Now, we’re not
cruel, take a little “me” time and do the steam and sauna thing
---it’s great for your skin. Trust us, you’ll feel better and
you’ll have an extra skip in your step all day long...we want you to
exude energy and vivacity.
Curves - If you just want to work out in peace, not pay a pretty
penny, and be sweaty and greasy without feeling judged, Curves for Women
is your place. Curves is fairly new in town and they have a great concept.
They are clean, offer all the latest exercise classes and equipment, and
are very reasonably priced. Additionally, they are women-only, which, let’s
face it, can really be a bonus to get us to the gym.
CurvesInternational.com
for a location near you. (They are in Lake Oswego, Sellwood, Raleigh Hills,
Macadam...there are 45 locations in Oregon.....so no excuses!)
If a good workout isn’t quite enough, you can supplement with: Matis
Slimming from Faces Unlimited at NW 23rd Place - The Matis slimming uses
the bodies' own fat burning capabilities by cooling the body in the site
to be slimmed and encouraging that icky fat to burn. Hey, we’ll try
anything! Only sold in a series of 5 treatments by body area (i.e.: Stomach,
Thighs, etc.)
Package price: $200 per area.
This should go without saying, but there’s nothing less attractive
than a girl who’s forgone food all day long, downs a couple of glasses
of wine on the date with the man of her dreams, and promptly passes out in
his lap.
 On the flip
side, we’re not saying head directly from the gym to your local McDonald’s
for the Biggie Size. But a little Bento or even a low-carb bite from Baja
Fresh will do the trick. Or better yet, for a healthy balance that will leave
you satisfied & keep that energy level up for your busy day ahead---
try a high fiber energy bar or bowl of cereal pre-workout and a light salad
with tuna, salmon or chicken mid-day. Toss in some fruit for snacks, plenty
of water & you’ll be hunger-free and hydrated to spend your precious
time on more important things...like your outfit!
Find some healthy, light salad recipes at Epicurious.com
and keep yourself in the game...
Time to revivify those untamed tresses of yours for the big night.
We love Aveda’s Curessence Damage Relief Conditioner --- it’s
like a trip to the ER for your hair. Don your spa robe, throw on a little
plastic shower cap & a warm terry cloth towel over your hair, lie down
& relax!
The mix of plant-based ingredients like organic aloe penetrates your hair
shaft to ensure your silky locks regain the moisture that’s been lost
through over-styling or other naughty hair misdeeds.
Go to Dosha on NE Broadway or Northwest Glisan/23rd, or visit: Aveda.com
for this serious at home hair treatment !
Ahh...you can feel the oil working its magic on your hair while you’re
listening to the hot new Jason Mraz cd play in the background.
Get up, babycakes!
We need to get those nails and cuticles conditioned and trimmed... We recommend
you venture out to the corner nail salon --- maybe after your workout ---
early enough so you don’t smudge the polish when you exfoliate and
shower later...
As a finishing touch to your pretty hands and feet, we’re over the
moon about One Minute Manicure’s One Minute Pedicure Oxygen Pops
and One Minute Manicure’s Classic Spa Treatment.
One Minute Pedicure is an all-in-one exfoliator and moisturizer formulated
with grapeseed oil and Dead Sea Salts AND a fab new fragrance...yummy lemon
cream, a blend of citrus and warm vanilla notes.
They "bloom" when tossed in your pedicure bath, serving up some
fizz, fragrance & fun! The Classic Spa Treatment is a heavenly blend
of spearmint and peppermint scented oil and salts you simply massage into
your hands & feet for silky, smooth skin and exfoliation!
Now, back to that cd and a little R & R before your next indulgence
--- visit OneMinuteManicure.com
for a decadent treat...($29.95 - $32.95)
It’s shower time, sweetie --- and if you’ve got the time,
we give you permission to take a sensual bath to get in the mood!
We recommend a luxurious Exfoliating Body Wash like Bloom’s...
made from finely ground walnut shells, soothing aloe vera extract & wheat
protein. No more dry skin here!
Not only that, its invigorating blend of orange & peppermint essential
oils will make you tingle from head to toe.
To bathe in the lap of luxury go to Nordstrom or order on line from
Sephora.com
($22)
You’re not washing that man out of your hair, you’re getting
it sexy, silky & styled for his arrival!
 ...and what
do Sarah Jessica Parker, Geena Davis, Bridget Fonda, Lucy Liu, Camryn Manheim
& Sharon Stone all have in common?
They’re all ga-ga over Robert Hallowell’s line of P’raw’Ducts,
inspired by the homemade treats he whips up in the kitchen for his fave Hollywood
gals and guys. Nicknamed the “Kitchen Beautician,” you’ll
love his fresh ingredients straight from the back yard.
The shampoo boasts a shea and mango butter base, essential oils & pink
grapefruit & lavender, while the conditioner is full of organic honey,
extract of basil & herbal oil from the bitter orange tree... our hair
has never been more bouncy and manageable!
Smooth on a little of his Love That Shine drops & the candlelight won’t
stop reflecting off your hair tonite...
Pick up these and other P’raw’ducts at HairBoutique.com
($9.49 - $10.49)
Nothing is more attractive to your honey than clean, fresh & luminous
skin...for this, my dear, you require a seasoned expert! Renowned dermatologist
Dr. Brandt has been doing this for 23 years, so we’re putting you in
his hands for the sake of your handsome hunk this evening...
 We’re
loving his Vitamin Moisture Mask --- jam-packed with Vitamins A, C,
E & avocado for hydration, and kaolin and bentonite to get rid of impurities
and restore a glow to your lifeless skin.
We’re also psyched about his brand spankin’ new Crease Release,
a revolutionary new formula designed to smooth fine lines, wrinkles &
crow’s feet --- you’ll especially notice the transformation around
the eyes, mouth & brows!
The Secret? GABA complex (Gama Amino Butyric Acid) --- hey, we don’t
know what it means, but the results speak for themselves...it’s like
a facelift in a jar!
Check out these and his other stellar products at Sephora.com
($40, $150)
Take a deep breath...you’re in the home stretch. You’ve
got two hours to go until your future boy toy sweeps you off your stilettos
for a romantic evening. Skin soft and silky? Check! Hair shiny & clean?
Check!
It’s time for the most anxiety-producing portion of your date prep
regime...the dreaded outfit choice. Chill, girl --- this should be the FUN
part; it’s all about commonsense combined with a little pizazz &
a lot of attitude. Numero uno... if this is a first date, you’re going
for sexy, but demure...that means no low-cut tops and low slung pants. Each
has its place but not on a first date (if he’s already yours, let freedom
ring).
 We’re
not saying you can’t show some skin...shoulders are the best accessory
you have this Spring, and a little back baring is totally appropriate with
the right trouser, skirt or dress.
We adore that Banana Republic’s Spring styles are so versatile
you can dress them up or down. For evening, we’d throw a hip shawl
around your shoulders to stay warm, and choose your shoes depending on the
venue and time of day.
Afternoon date? Try a lower heel---if it’s evening, go higher for
a sexier statement...and if he doesn’t notice your shoes, shame on
him! We’re deducting 20 I.Q. points for that blunder...
Keep your accessories simple...you want him to focus on that foxy face
of yours! Chandelier earrings are always a fabulous way to go...and these
days you can find a gorgeous pair at an affordable price point.
Don’t underestimate some cute little pearl studs, especially with
a darling sundress & cute clutch or wristlet --- he’ll love your
ladylike style & attention to detail.
We always prefer minimal....like a very simple choker-length Swarovski
necklace from Emily Jane. Perfectly paired with some little matching
gem drop earrings. Emily Jane, 1623 NE 15th Ave.
 Bottom line,
you’ve got to infuse your own cheeky personality into whatever you
wear...to be comfortable is to be at ease with yourself, so go with that
little number you’ve received scads of compliments on!
Dress it up...thread your stunning Hermes scarf through your belt loops,
clip a bright flower in your hair or adorn your wrist with a pretty faux
corsage.
Not to be underestimated...textured fabric! Wear something touchable...besides
your soft, radiant skin. It’s the little things he’ll remember...and
if he doesn’t, well, that’s up to you...
Check out these looks and more at BananaRepublic.com
 Where’s
Frederic Fekkai when you need him? Sure, your hair’s clean, but we need
to make sure it’s coifed!
First, keep your outfit in mind...we love the look of your hair up in a
pretty French Twist (either dainty or a smidge mussed with little tendrils
sticking out) with a fitted dress or flouncy skirt. Again, it depends on
how you feel about your date --- is he the marrying kind, the already-married
[to you] kind, or the Spring Fling kind?
If you hear wedding bells, keep it a bit more ladylike...when all else
fails look to Audrey Hepburn for divine inspiration! If you’d feel
sexier with it down, try teasing a little on the top and securing on one
side with a tiny flower or hair clip, or in natural soft curls. Check
out the huge selection of pretty rhinestone barrettes and silk flowers from
Nordstrom accessories.
You’re almost there, gorgeous...your hair’s to die for &
your skin is glistening!
Time to make that pretty face of yours POP with the flattering shades of
Spring. A little burst of subtle color on the apples of your cheeks is just
what the love doctor ordered to make you a captivating catch for your man.
Run over to the Nordstrom cosmetic counter for a free makeover with
your favorite brands (you might buy some lipstick or blush while you’re
there, so you’re not such an obvious freeloader. We prefer the Mac
Counter.)
Or, get a fabulous makeover and/or brow tint from Robert’s of
Portland, starting at $35 - $50.
They will make you picture perfect for this special day, and show you a thing
or two.
ROBERT'S OF PORTLAND STYLE SALON, 5131 SW Macadam Avenue
Portland, OR 97201 Phone: 503-222-4301
Or visit the pros at Faces Unlimited. Faces are their specialty
and they do it right. You will look model-perfect, you, and he, won’t
believe your eyes. Faces Unlimited, Uptown Shopping Center, 503 227-7366
Time to set the mood with a romantic scent that will have him nuzzling
your neck and begging for more!
Apothia’s done it again with their newest breathtaking fragrance,
if... we can’t get enough of it and neither will he... Japanese citrus
notes combine with a white flower bouquet and a sexy musk base to create
one of the most memorable fragrances we’ve spritzed on in ages.
Not only that, if is the first scent to be created & refined via the
Internet through a collaborative effort amongst fragrance lovers from all
walks of life.
Go get this first of its kind fragrance at Apothia.com ($58) and drive
him mad!
Congratulations!
You’ve graduated with honors from an accelerated course in Portland
Picks Dating Prep 101...you get an A+! Now light the candles, chill some
wine (just in case), and prepare yourself for an evening of romance and snuggling
with your sweetie...
As always, dream girl, stay sexy! We sense romance in the air...
Hip Happenings:
You're invited to the Hub Optix Trunk show this Saturday,
featuring our favorite Oliver Peoples and Paul Frank eyewear! Saturday, April
17th, 10am to 6pm. Hub Optix is located at 700 SW Fifth Ave inside Pioneer
Place Mall. Come and enjoy a glass of wine and preview Oliver Peoples and
Paul Franks new Spring collections. Dr Tina Tsai will be available from 12pm
to 4pm to give eye exams. (Please call ahead to schedule an exam 503.242.9090).
What's more hip than being healthy? The OHSU Women's Health Conference
is the place to get the health information you can't live without. The
conference will take place Saturday, May 1 at the Oregon Convention
Center. It starts at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. A variety of health
topics will be covered including heart disease, strong bones, sleep,
stress, foods and moods, healthy skin, and Nia fitness. Register online
at www.ohsuwomenshealth.com, by phone at (503)494-0712, or pick up a
registration brochure at your local Fred Meyer Nutrition Center.
Oswego Garden Club Presents, “Garden Delights” Tour and
Boutique
At the Johnson Garden, 1210 Chandler Road, Lake Oswego; Saturday, May 1,
2004
10am-4pm. $5 per person.
Ella/Posie “Paris in the Springtime Fling”
Sunday, May 23rd, from noon until six at Ella/Posie Boutique,
2337 E. Burnside, 503-236-2933. Everything is 10% off that day only.
It's their prettiest, pluckiest event, featuring the best of everything,
including
pastries, drinks, entertainment, raffle prizes, and great other surprises.
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