IT'S COFFEE TIME*

Do you crave iced coffee in the morning but either a) can't make it yourself or b) don't want to fork over $3-$5 for it? Well then have we got the solution for you: NO BREW! Get the strong New Orleans style coffee taste without all the fuss in seconds...just mix 1/3 parts NO Brew with 2/3 parts milk and voila, vanilla, mocha, traditional, or decaf iced coffee ready to sip! At only $8.25 for a large bottle or $4.75 for a smaller one, you can't wait any longer to find utter bliss...visit www.nobrew.com today and enjoy*

Saks Fights For The Cure!

Gwynth Paltrow has been named this year's ambassador for the "Key to the Cure" campaign with Saks Fifth Avenue. Paltrow is the 6th Oscar winning actress to become an ambassador for the campaign, which has raised over $28 million for cancer institutions. The cause hits very close to home for Paltrow who lost her father from the disease in 2002.

This year's campaign T-shirt has been created by none other than Karl Lagerfeld, the powerhouse behind Chanel. This year's T-shirt will cost $40 and will feature 2 arrows crossing with a heart on the front and an illustration of Lagerfeld on the back. Pick up these fabulous T-shirts and support the cause! You can find these T-shirts at Saks stores, on www.Saks.com, or at Off 5th Stores from October 16-19!

Recommended Reading

If you're looking for an exciting mystery to read, you must check out Peter James' Superintendent Grace mysteries! His 1st book, Dead Simple, is a riveting page turner that you won't be able to put down until your done and then will only leave you wanting more! But no need to fret, there is more! His 2nd book in the series, Looking Good Dead, will help you continue the exciting mystery solving business with Detective Roy Grace.

UNBROKENHEART.COM

We have discovered the perfect website for healing, www.unbrokenheart.com! Unbrokenheart sells beautiful, one of a kind, necklaces, keychains, lapel pins, pendants, and bracelets. Their items are available in sterling silver, 14 karat white gold, 14 karat yellow gold, and diamonds.

Unbrokenheart gives all "a gift of healing to remind you on your journey...on the other side of pain there is strength...on the other side of fear there is love...and your...UNBROKENHEART."

They currently have an unbrokenheart story contest with jewelry as the prize! Make sure to check out www.unbrokenheart.com today and receive 10% off of any purchase with the coupon code "ex10" Happy Shopping!

What's Your Scent?

With the hundreds of different perfumes out on the market today, choosing the right one can become as difficult as finding the perfect pair of jeans! So, we have come up with a couple of tips for your next perfume shopping excursion.

1. Do not test more than 2 fragrances at a time. If you overload your senses, all of the perfumes will begin to smell the same.
2. If available, try and take in the scent of coffee beans before each new perfume test. This helps to neutralize the scents in between each test.
3. Give a fragrance at least 1 hour to develop into your skin. Do not rub your skin after you spray the perfume.
4. Make sure that your perfume is aligned with your taste and blends well with your personality.

Do you have a "signature scent?" Post your favorite scent under "comments."

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Do you wear your heart on your sleeve?

Aubrey O'Day from P. Diddy's making the band creation, Danity Kane, has created her own clothing line called "Heart On My Sleeve."

O'Day states, "It's an online store www.HeartOnMySleeveShop.com, and all of the products are T-shirts that talk about love and relationship heartbreak - everything from the good and the bad and the ugly. Most of it's ugly, because that's what I've experienced at 24, but I'm sure they will get happier as I get older - hopefully."

We checked out her line of tees, hoodies, boy shorts, bags, dog tees, and headbands and actually think her stuff is quite clever and cute! The added touch of a small heart on each sleeve, hence the name, really is adorable and what a great way to help her get over all of her EXs and "BREAK EVEN!"

MAKING A DIFFERENCE*

Want to make a difference in your community? Ask your local civic leaders, in fact BEG them, to grant you the funding to create your local version of www.FixMyStreet.com . The UK has successfully instituted this program in order to give citizens the tools to fix their own infrastructure! We hope to convince New Orleans that we need to be able to report potholes and dangerous bumps in the road- so YOU do the same! Visit http://www.fixmystreet.com/ to see how it's been done! For other tips on how to make a difference, post your thoughts under "comments"...

JUNK FOOD LOVES GAP

JUNK FOOD tees are now available at GapKids! From Batman to Ironman for the boys and Hello Kitty to Girl Power for the girls, these perfectly priced tees are a sure winner with the little ones. Also available are the classics like The Rolling Stones and The Beatles tees. All tees are perfect for back to school!

Check it out online at www.gap.com and enjoy*

FROSTING SHOTS

Calling all frosting addicts and lovers... your dream has come true!!! Bakeries, such as Sprinkles and Babycakes NYC, are now selling frosting shots! Sprinkles is said to have a "secret" menu with 75-cent frosting shots. The shots come in mini paper cups and weigh about 2-3 ounces. Flavors range from cream cheese to dark chocolate and toppings can be added to each shot, per your request.

We can now stop scooping the icing off of cupcakes or yes eating an entire jar of frosting! This may be the hot new dinner party dessert feature...

* Starbucks Alert *

Starbucks has identified the 616 stores that they will be closing around the country. California is being hit the hardest with a total of 88 stores that are closing! If you are worried about losing your daily coffee fix, copy and paste the link below into your browser, and find out if your Starbucks is going bye bye!

http://money.cnn.com/news/specials/story
supplement/starbucks_closings/CA.html

The Rumor Mill

Star magazine is reporting that Sarah Jessica Parker's husband, Matthew Broderick, has been caught cheating on her! The alleged affair is with a 25 year old youth counselor! Oh say it isn't so...

We will keep you posted on any developments regarding this story, but for now post your thoughts under "comments."

* CHRISTIAN SIRIANO *

Christian Siriano's (last year's Project Runway winner) clothing line is now available on Bluefly.com! He has about 9 pieces for sale on Bluefly.com, each of which are 20% off of their original retail values. Check it out and let us know what you think about Siriano's new collection?!

We are loving his simple "Transylvania" jersey tee-shirt and his black metallic wool "Dinner at 8" jacket! Both pieces would look great with a pair of skinny dark jeans or skinny black pants. Enjoy*

Calling All College Students!

The bulk carrying mega giant, Sam's Club, is now offering a special, $40 yearly membership, to all college students (valid ID and e-mail address required)! Sam's Club is also giving students a $15 gift card to help offset the initial purchase cost as well as a complimentary add on for a roommate or housemate. Take advantage of this great opportunity while you still can!

Are you a Sam's Club member or a Costco member? Post your answers under "comments."

Crocs vs. Skechers

Crocs Inc. has brought a patent and trade dress lawsuit against Skechers USA Inc. According to the documents filed in the U.S. District Court for Colorado in Denver, Skechers' footwear is mimicking Crocs' designs and logos. Sketchers' states, "we believe that this lawsuit is completely without merit and will vigorously defend ourselves against such baseless accusations."

Take a look at the 2 designs (the black shoe is by Skechers and the green shoe is by Crocs) and post your thoughts under "comments."

Source: WWD

BROWNIES W/OUT THE LBS

Do you love chocolate as much as we do? Are you still trying to fit into your skinny jeans? Well then you MUST try No Pudge brownie mix one night after work this week...the FAT FREE & GUILT FREE treat that is sure to be a hit among friends and family. With flavors ranging from original to cappuccino, and a list of ingredients consisting only of fat free yogurt, you basically need to run to your local grocery store this am or visit www.nopudge.com!

Rachel Bilson + DKNY Jeans = Edie Rose

Rachel Bilson has teamed up with DKNY Jeans to create her own fashion line, Edie Rose. The line will launch with about 15 pieces, including a sportswear mix of button-down tops, sweaters, jackets, T-shirts, dresses, and 2 jeans styles (a straight leg and a skinny leg). The line consists of a black and white palette with an occasional pop of yellow. The line will be sold in September, in junior departments, at stores such as Macy's, Dillards, and Bon-Ton. Rachel Bilson is known for her unique and effortless style, so we cannot wait to see what she has come up with!

Sucre - A Sweet Boutique

If you are in New Orleans you MUST visit Sucre on Magazine Street! Sucre is unlike any other traditional bakery, offering an assortment of decadent pastries, one-of-a-kind chocolates, rich gelatos, and rack-brewed coffee. Enter this whimsical escape and enjoy an evening that you will be sure to repeat!

The mint chocolate gelato is one of our favorite sweet treats, but the cupcakes are truly works of art! Enjoy this sweet boutique*

www.shopsucre.com

Beauty Tip

We have found the perfect shade of lipstick to satisfy the nude lip trend! Shu Uemura's BG 906 (light warm beige) is the best nude lipstick we have found on the market on our nude lipstick search! If you are interested in adding a little sheen and pop to a nude lip we suggest Shu Uemura's BG 980N gloss. This combination is truly a match made in heaven!

The NEW Batman

The much anticipated movie, Batman The Dark Night, premieres tonight! We are especially excited to see Maggie Gyllenhaal, but know that Heath Ledger will take center stage. His is said to be the performance of the year! We wonder if Batman will be giving "Rachel" any tokens of his affection?!

Love It or Hate It?

What do you think of Eva Longoria's new, much shorter, hair do?

LOVE it or HATE it?

Post your answer under "comments."

Season Premiere

Tonight is the season 5 premiere of Project Runway! We can't wait to see all of the new designers and what their creations will be this season! We are also eager to see who is going to be this season's crier and this season's drama queen?!

This year's guest judges will include Natalie Portman, Brooke Shields, LL Cool J, Rachel Zoe, RuPaul, Diane von Furstenberg , and many more!

Let us know what you think about Project Runway by posting your thoughts under "comments."

*Tales of the Cocktail*

Come on down to New Orleans this weekend for a cocktail festival like no other! Tales of the Cocktail features award-winning mixologists, bartenders, and chefs during unique pairings, competitions, tastings, and seminars. Come see our vibrant city at its best...during this festival, it's always 5:00 somewhere! For more information visit www.talesofthecocktail.com.

Snack Time

One of our favorite snack time treats are York Peppermint Patties. The trick with this snack is to keep them in your freezer! This way you get a delicious, cold, minty, and chocolaty treat to keep your day going or to help you wind down at night. They also come individually wrapped so portion control is that much easier! Enjoy*

MAMMA MIA*

Calling all DANCING QUEENS- Mamma Mia premiers this week and we want to know how you're getting ready for it! We're refreshing our memories on how handsome Pierce Bronsan is...that and the story of course! Some other ways to get ready include:

- Download your favorite tracks on iTunes and go for a power walk
- See the show if you live in NYC
- Plan a girl's cocktail hour Friday before the show
- Watch the clip at www.mammamia.com and enjoy*

* BLING ALERT *

Check out our expansive new collection of diamond rings, bracelets, and earrings!!!

We are constantly updating our inventory so make sure to visit us daily!
HAPPY SHOPPING*

BLONDE AID

Nothing is more frustrating than having your hair color fade! BUT, we have discovered a great shampoo and conditioner that will help you retain your great hair color in between salon visits! The amazing hair color saver is...John Frieda's "Sheer Blonde" with light enhancers! If you aren't a blonde no problem! John Frieda has also created a "Brilliant Brunette" and a "Radiant Red." The best part is that the shampoo and conditioner combined will cost you less then $14!!!

Intellectual Stimulation

We are urging our users to check out a new book, The House on First Street: My New Orleans Story, by Julia Reed. The author depicts her story of moving to New Orleans and buying a house just weeks before Hurricane Katrina hit. She talks through her experience, her home's resurrection, and most importantly, the city's rebirth. Come on, get a taste of Southern society and relax a little this weekend*

Available at Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/House-First-Street-Orleans-Story/dp/0061136646

It's Here...

That's right tech-savvy shoppers...the new Apple i-Phone was released today, boasting "Twice as fast, half the price". The appeal for many wannabes is its compatibility with Enterprise (business) email networks, showing that Apple wants to appeal to business consumers too. Will you be testing out Apple's latest technology, starting at $199? If so, please let the Ex-cessories network know by posting your experience under "comments"!

BIRTHDAY WISHES*

From one Ex-cessories Gal to another....
Happy Birthday!

Appetizer hour...

Our new favorite discovery are Kashi Party Crackers- sweet, salty, tasty and good for you all at the same time! Feed your guests something light before dinner by serving the Mediterranean Bruschetta crackers with cheese or your favorite dip. For an exotic recipe try the Stoneground 7 Grain crackers with another one of our favorite recipes:

- Spread one block of low-fat cream cheese across long plate
- Pour cocktail sauce across top of cream cheese
- Layer with fresh lump crabmeat
- Garnish with lemon wedges and sprinkle fresh ground pepper

Tell us your favorite appetizers under "comments" and enjoy*

Age is NOT a Barrier!

41 year old, Dara Torres, has qualified for her 5th Olympic Games, winning the 50 and 100 meter freestyle events this year at the Olympic Trials in Omaha! Torres will be the oldest woman ever to compete in Olympic swimming! She has already won 9 medals, including 4 golds!

Fashion News

Louis Vuitton has opened a shop inside Nordstrom!

Louis Vuitton has leased a shop/department at Nordstrom's store on Chicago's Michigan Avenue. Nordstrom is constantly trying to expand their luxury designer business and this seems like the perfect fit! For Louis Vuitton, this represents the 1st new department store partnership in 13 years!

If you are living in Chicago and get a chance to check it out, please let us all know what this 2,000-square-foot shop is like!

Source:WWD

CALLING ALL MEN!!!

Ex-cessories.com has expanded! We now dedicate an entire page of inventory just to MEN'S jewelry!

We currently carry a classic and simple gold ring, a trendy 2 tone gold ring, a gold and diamond ring, and some wonderful vintage cuff links! Check it out and ENJOY*

La Di Dogs

La Di Dogs is "a deliciously lavish boutique for your posh pet!" If you are in Raleigh, North Carolina, you MUST check it out! They carry a wide range of great pet products, from nutritious treats to hard to find collars and bags. They even host birthday parties for your pets! One of the best parts of this shop is the owner Nancy. She is extremely accommodating, knows EVERYTHING about the merchandise, and will truly LOVE your pooch!

Pamper your pooch at 419-B Daniels Street in Cameron Village - Raleigh, NC or visit their adorable website at www.ladidogs.net!

Happy 4th of July! We hope that you have a wonderful and safe weekend!


-The Ex-cessories Gals*

* Safety Tips *

If fireworks are LEGAL where you live and you are planning to set them off, on your own, please follow these safety tips!

* Read and follow ALL warnings and instructions

* Be sure other people are out of range before lighting fireworks

* Only light fireworks on a smooth, flat surface away from the house, dry leaves, and flammable materials

* Never try to relight fireworks that have not fully functioned

* Keep a bucket of water in case of a malfunction or fire

If you are looking for a little sparkle on the 4th we recommend SPARKLERS! They are small, easy to use, and just as patriotic!

*If you live in California, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has requested that residents do not purchase or use fireworks!

SUN HAIR....AHHH!

HALT- stop the annual summer-time, post-sun hair freak-out! Tame that frizz and dryness with a home-made hair mask before heading out to dinner! Mash 1 avocado and mix with an egg yolk and 1 tbsp olive oil. Apply to hair, roots to ends, cover with shower cap, and apply heat with a dryer for about 10-20 minutes. Rinse well with shampoo and conditioner and voila...silky smooth hair thats healthier and jealous-worthy. Now you can concentrate on showing off your tan!

Holiday BBQ~Hold the Calories!

Want to indulge without compromising your weight? Celebrating 4th of July on the lighter side is EASY...just follow these tips for a delicious cookout that won't harm your bikini body the next day:

- Replace hamburgers with lean turkey burgers; jazz them up with seasonings, BBQ and hot sauces, and even oats or cranberries!
- Replace regular burger buns with multi-grain buns or even whole grain english muffins!
- Skip the white potatoes and buy sweet potatoes instead~ boil for 20 min., cool, slice, and grill with olive oil, rosemary, and sea salt...and voila, heavenly sweet potato fries!
- Grill an assortment of veggies~ we like squash, eggplant, tomatoes, asparagus, and zucchini!
- Don't even think about skipping dessert...replace ice cream with frozen yogurt, and top with grilled fruit, honey, or even chocolate sauce!

Have more BBQ tips? Post them under "comments" for us all to indulge*

Beware Of Summer Cocktails

Newsweek has identified the 6 most fattening summer cocktails!

1. Margarita
2. Mudslide
3. Pina Colada
4. Mint Julep
5. Mojito
6. Daiquiri

Some of the drinks listed above can add up to your entire day's worth of calories! Alternative summer time drinks would be a vodka mojito, using sugar free mixers, vodka with diet tonic and fresh lemons, or a glass of white wine (100-150 calories). However, we know that 4th of July is right around the corner and a tasty summer time treat every once in a while is always good!