Everything She Wants

To help you get into the true holiday spirit, Everything She Wants is offering four lucky New York City residents or visitors  the chance to win complimentary movie passes to see DreamWorks' Rise of the Guardians ( passes are good for you and a guest, and are valid at any Manhattan Regal Cinema ). About the film: With an all-star cast including Alec Baldwin, Hugh Jackman, Isla Fisher and Chris Pine, Rise of the Guardians is an epic adventure that tells the story of a group of heroes – each with extraordinary abilities. In a culture that places tremendous value on the popular holiday legends of Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny, Rise of the Guardians provides a glimpse behind the veil and into the deeper meaning of these magical heroes. Though lighthearted and exciting, the film also concerns the serious subjects of prayer, purity, guardian angels and spiritual warfare, which ultimately gets to the true meaning of life itself. Thus, the film provides an experience

It's a Secret Santa Swap Party! Dec. 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at ClosetDash Shop (30 E. 20th Street, Suite 402, NY, NY) Bring in a wrapped present (value between $5-$10) to swap with other anonymously wrapped presents! Dress up in your ugliest Holiday Sweater and get a goodie bag with products from SheaMoisture and mark cosmetics ! Also bring your quality clothes, shoes or bags to swap with the  ClosetDash Shop  inventory! Your first 5 items are free to swap (usually $5)! Click the link to register -- only $5 to swap, sip and get beauty swag! Hosted by  Everything She Wants  &  ClosetDash Shop     Sip on Cocktails and Nosh on Holiday-Themed Snacks! ( Select snacks courtesy of Mediterranean Snacks )  What is the ClosetDash Shop? The ClosetDash Shop is a brand new concept shop dedicated to quality second-hand shopping and swapping! Come shop and swap quality, name brand women's clothes, shoes and bags in a fun atmoshpere!  Wh

This holiday season, shoppers can help save young lives by giving unique gifts from UNICEF. From beautiful greeting cards and home décor to jewelry and children’s toys, a portion of each card or gift sold benefits UNICEF’s work to protect and improve the lives of millions of children in more than 190 developing countries. To shop online or to learn more about UNICEF programs, visit www.shopcardsandgifts.unicefusa.org . Photos by Tracy E. Hopkins and UNICEF UNICEF boxed cards (from $10 to $20) are available for purchase online and at Pier 1 Imports and IKEA stores. Individual holiday cards (ranging in price from $2.50 to $5.99) are also available at Barnes and Noble and select Hallmark Gold Crown stores and retailers nationwide. For all UNICEF cards purchased in Pier 1 Imports and IKEA, the retailers will donate 100 percent of the purchase price of each holiday card pack. IKEA will also donate an additional $1 per pack sold. UNICEF Inspired Gifts offer a  dif

Small businesses are the heartbeat of our communities and supporting them is a great way to help fuel the local economy. According to research, eighty-nine percent of consumers said they believe that small businesses contribute positively to their local communities. So remember to Shop Small® on Small Business Saturday today on November 24th. As an incentive, American Express cardholders get a one-time $25 statement credit when they use their enrolled card to spend $25 or more in a single, in-store transaction at a qualifying small business location.  To enroll your Amex card and for more information about participating small business locations, go to www.shopsmall.com . 

Are you ready for the Thanksgiving weekend retail rush?  Well, here's Everything She Wants ' handy cheat sheet of some of the best fashion bargains you'll find Black Friday through Cyber Monday: Tignanello offers free monogramming for the holiday weekend. TIGNANELLO The recent launch of the first ever Tignanello customization program allows you to choose the style, color and featured embellishments of your handbag, including personalized engraving and monogramming. On Thanksgiving and Black Friday only, Tignanello Bespoke is offering a 30% discount plus free monogramming . On Cyber Monday only, Tignanello Bespoke is offering a 25% discount plus free monogramming. Tignanello Bespoke is sold exclusively online . Pricing starts at $119 and the handbags are shipped directly to you. KMART THREE DAY SALE This year, Kmart is kicking off the holiday shopping season with a three day sale from Thanksgiving to Saturday, Nov. 24, which will include three rounds

Treat yourself and your BFFs to a little relaxation and rejuvenation this holiday season with Everything She Wants ' fragrant bath and body holiday gift picks. SheaMoisture Red Bush & Sage Congestion Relief Bath Soak ( $10.99, Target ): Relieve sinus pain and congestion with an essential oil blend of natural peppermint, rosemary, thyme and eucalyptus. Rich in alpha hydroxyl acid and zinc, the Red Bush helps heal skin, while the Sage brings anti-bacterial and calming properties to balance skin functions. JĀSÖN® Antioxidant Cranberry Body Wash ($14, natural food stores): Usually, feeling like a turkey isn't a good thing.  But this gentle, delicious smelling wash conjures savory and sweet Thanksgiving Day flavors.  The natural blend is infused with Cranberry Oil and soothing Aloe Vera to fight oxidative stress, and Vitamin E and Pro-Vitamin B5 to soften the skin. Forever Red by Bath & Body Works ($12.50 - $22.50, Bath & Body Works): A blend of lu

Harley-Davidson isn't just for tough guys and gals, anymore. For several seasons, the famed biker brand has been courting big city fashionistas with trendy leather boot styles --all under $200-- that are comfy enough to rock at the office and then dress up for a girl's night out. So buckle up (we mean that literally). Here are Everything She Wants'  top picks of new boots from HD's Spring 2013 collection (available in February 2013): Mantoi : This combo oxford-bootie gets our vote for "Best Dressed." Callista : We love how the grommets give this tomboyish bootie extra flair. Annalisa : This sexy leather boot has legs and she knows how to use them. Regina : This sporty, fashion-forward style is from the Fall 2012 collection, so it's available now. 

'Tis the season to stay warm and cozy.  During the holiday season, we love snuggling under the covers and watching Lifetime movies (anything with an alum from Melrose Place or 90210 ) on the couch surrounded by festive, fluffy pillows and throws.  From scented candles to flannel throws and embroidered shams, Lexington Company offers a complete luxury design concept for home textiles inspired by rustic Americana (think Ralph Lauren). Here's a snapshot of Lexington Company's home for the holidays collection, currently available online . Images courtesy of Lexington Company Lavender Candle: $29 Happy Holiday Sham: $69 Holiday Check Sham:  $79 Knitted Throw: $350 Holiday Floral Sham:  $95

Everything She Wants  is on a mission to find the best natural hair care products that promote hair growth and thickening.  On this quest, we’ve tried effective moisturizing shampoos, conditioners and oils from  SheaMoisture ,  Nubian Heritage  and  Kinky Curly .  But one popular product we can’t recommend is  Virgin Hair Fertilizer . Although some women swear by the petroleum-based cream with herbal extracts and a strong minty smell, from our experience, the product’s tingling sensation didn’t signal hair growth.  Instead, it produced further scalp irritation.  One product we firmly endorse, however, is  Badger’s Argan Botanical Hair Oil For Dry & Damaged Hair ,  which   Everything She Wants  was gifted at a  Whole Body|Whole Foods Market  press event. We’ve used it for a couple weeks and have already noticed fuller hair forming in thinning spots around the temples and in the crown. Here's how the excellent, certified organic oil infused with Argan, J

We’re on a mission to find the perfect everday watch, and shopping online is an easier way to narrow the field.  So far, we like the selection on Van Mildert *, an award-winning premium fashion retailer in the U.K. that sells designer clothing, shoes and accessories.  And unlike many e-commerce stores from across the pond, Van Mildert conveniently converts its prices to U.S. dollars so you’ll know exactly how much you’re spending. From two tone watches to rubber watches with crystal embellishments, Van Mildert has a nicely curated selection.  We know we’re in the minority on this, but we’re not a fan of watches with fake or genuine bling.  Instead, we like timeless time pieces and currently Michael Kors’ eye-catching Women’s Tortoise Jet Set Watch  ( above photo ) is at the top of our holiday wish list. We also love Kors’ classic Mid-Size Chronograph Rose Gold Watch and his modern Women’s Two Tone White & Gold Silicone Watch.   To match the new Michael Kors watc