Pearl River Mart – An undefinable, one of a kind, shopping experience.

Pearl River Mart isn’t just a store… Pearl River Mart is an experience. Shopping at Pearl River Mart is something you have to prepare for, both mentally and physically. It is an event that must be planned, scheduled and executed. Pearl River Mart has the chance to change the way you think about shopping… if you let it.

Overstatement?? I think not. Limber up my friends… because we are going on a Pearl River Mart adventure.

What began 30 years ago as the first Chinese American department store, has become an NYC institution and national retailer. Credited with fostering trade relations between The U.S. and China, Pearl River Mart offers various goods that showcase Chinese and Chinese/American culture… as well as a boat load of other equally interesting products.

Let’s take a gander inside.

Toes cold? Keep them warm at Pearl River Mart.

Discover authentic tea pots like these -

Nestled next to your favorite, lovable cheesy I Heart NYC coffee cups… in an assorted array of colors no less.

Don’t forget to look up – I warned you to limber up… this is serious.

Plates and Bowls? Boom.

Glasses and Mugs? You better believe it.

aaaaaaand more mugs!!

And just when you think you have Pearl River Mart pegged… they go and sell something like this little gem.

One glance at the Pearl River Mart blog proves that nothing is too far out for Pearl River – soaps, candies, yoga pants, tea infusers, incense, bubble gum… All in a day of shopping at Pearl River.

Pearl River Mart, Defined:

When people ask, “so, what exactly is Pearl River Mart?” my response is simply: It’s an undefinable experience. Part grocery store, part home goods retailer… It’s as if an authentic Chinese mart got frisky with an IParty and Pearl River Mart was what popped out. Shopping at Pearl River is simply an event that cannot be missed.

Confused? I would be lying if I didn’t say me too. But it’s simply all part of The Pearl River Magic.

 

Pearl River Mart - 

477 Broadway, NYC (btw) Grand St. & Broom St. – SOHO

Subway: RW prince St. / 6  Spring St.

 

Let’s take it to the Blogs:

- The Tea Enthusiast’s scrapbook says a Pearl River Mart tea-pot is the perfect gift for any tea lover.

- Smartgrrrl sums up the inside’s of Pearl River Mart best: “the place is jam-packed with STUFF, and all the stuff is so lovely and/or strange and/or hilarious that you can’t help but wander around whispering, ‘I want to buy all the things.’”

- MommyPoppins names Pearl River Mart a must visit for when touring around NYC’s Chinatown with the kids.

- Big Biege Box applauds the home goods section of Pearl River Mart for its diversity, quality and low low prices.

- Michele Busch say Brooke Shields shopping at Pearl River Mart… so you know it’s legit.

- And a shout out to my Cousin, Tina, for introducing me to the wonders of Pearl River.

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Have you made the trip to Pearl River Mart yet?? Go, buy some awesome stuff, and report back.

Hair Extensions: A Fashion Drama.

Today I bought hair extensions… A 10 piece set… By Jessica Simpson… On Ebay.

Yeah, my friends had a real good laugh when I told them that story… but I firmly stand beside my impulse hair shopping purchase. Your hair can bring you from ho-hum to hot damn! And who doesn’t wanna be hot damn??! Well, apparently I do because I shelled out quite a bit of cash to get my Jessica Simpson hair extensions.

I blame it on a friend who shall remain un-named (ahem… Sara G.). Her hair was looking all hot and fab so obviously I inquired… only to discover that the oomph in her hair was courtesy of hair extensions! With one simple ‘click’ her hair was off of her head and onto mine. And then I was hooked. I went from not understanding what hair extensions really were, to not remember life before my new think, gorgeous head of hair. I needed them.

Within 10 minutes my purchase was complete. Huge tip from Sara G. – Buy them on EBay (before you gasp.. they are UN-USED.) While still an investment, it’s a solid 2/3 off retail. So… I pretty much got them for free. You can also check out amazon for more deals.

Here was my Jessica Simpson hair extension order (in dark brown). These are not for length, but rather some extra bodilicious volume. Now, I forced myself to stop with just one order… but My new BFF Jess just keeps providing – Want Bangs? Extra awesome Pony tail? A headband full of hair?? Jessica has got them all.

Questioning your hair purchase? HairdobyJessicaSimpson.net dedicates its entire site to republishing reviews and finding out the Truth about Hairdo.

So now I am desperately awaiting the arrival of my new hair in the mail… and you better I’ll be showing them off in my next video

So what do you think… Would you wear hair extensions for a little extra fab??

Latest Love: Tarte cheek stain.

I was always a little wary of cheek ‘stains’, ‘tints’, and pretty much anything non-powder. Maybe it’s my fear of clowns, or having watched one too many episodes of The Drew Carey Show featuring Mimi… but let’s just say I steered clear of the sticks and gels. All that changed when I met my new friend: Tarte natural cheek stain.

While out shopping with friends,I was lured into a Sephora by cupcakes and a True Blood promotion. I mean come on… sweets and sexy vampires? I didn’t stand a chance. Lost in a world of make up and free samples, I suddenly found myself sitting in a make up chair at the front of the store modeling the new line of Tarte to the entire store. I had no choice but to fall in love.

Not only are Tarte products kick butt in the beauty department, but they’re also all natural and good for you. As someone who strives to eat organic and all that jazz, it only makes sense I should try to put mostly organic on my bosy as well. So thank you Tarte for making it possible!

My favorite Tarte product so far? Cheek stain. Just a smidge on the cheeks and bam – you get the best dewy, rosy tinted glow. My favorite color is ‘tickled’, but with names like ‘blushing bride’, ‘sunkissed’, and ‘dollface’ you’re sure to find a shade to make ya shine.

Need another endorsement? Makeup and Beauty blog loves Tarte cheek stain as well.

What’s your favorite cheek color?