
The first thing that I did this month was to start organizing my new products (and some old faves) for my ‘Summer Must Haves’ shopping suggestion guide. The first bright sunny day, I was all over the windowsill (my photo studio, thank you!) arranging still lifes to enthrall and entertain all of you readers out there.
Ok, maybe I was having fun all by myself, like when I used to pretend that my Barbies were going to the disco. Ahh, memories!
Anyway. I won a contest to go to an event called Sniffapalooza. It’s this amazing all weekend things where scent enthusiasts meet to smell and network and eat and talk and just enjoy themselves. You’ve never been? Well, you are missing out…

Look at the nice lady! I have finally started dressing my age. I am a grown-up, and painted on jeans are not always appropriate. And I don’t own any. I knew that I was going to Bergdorf’s for the first time, and that I was basically representing the person who gave me the ticket- so I dressed properly. Mind you, this outfit was practically free…

I bought the cardigan at H&M one cold day, and it was on sale for $8. The Ted Baker London patterned skirt was $10, and the Harve Benard blouse was maybe $6, the shoes were $5, and the bangle were 20 for $2. Where? Underground Thrift Sore on Hicks. Tell them I sent you.

This is the first time that I actually entered Bergdorf Goodman. I’ve windowshopped and actually shot the windows for stories on what high end stores are carrying… but I’ve never gone in. While I waited for my benefactor to show up, I drooled over the Giambatista Valli fit and flare dress with dreamy princess embroidery. I also loved the high/low Peter Pilotto dress, which looks so much better than the cheap knockoffs. It felt like the best day on earth knowing that I was invited into this fashion mecca.

I won an instagram contest done by Kimberly Waters (@reminiscent30). She was looking to give away a ticket, which included free entry to Sniffapalooza, lunch at Brasserie 8 1/2, a massive goodie bag, and an entree into the world of fragrance. Downside, none! I nearly peed myself when I won, no joke.

I got to meet famed perfumer Roja Dove. Still swooning over the Bergamot sample I got in my bag. And he was so friendly! It was a great pleasure meeting him. That big cheesy smile on my face is real.

After sniffing, mingling, and sniffing again, we all headed over to Brasserie 8 1/2 for a delectable lunch. From bread to dessert, I was in heaven. Impeccable service as well. We also got to meet Chef Ali Roble, who created a one off fragrance specifically for Sniffapalooza! We also got a lovely bag full of fragrances from home decorating phenom Tobi Tobin.

The hat club, these ladies were ‘totes presh!’ I loved them. Alison Stauver, the blonde in the red fascinator, was one of the high points of an incredible day. Follow her at @AlisonStauver on twitter.

Another first? I’ve never been to Henri Bendel. I’m just not the type of person to wander into a place like that. I’m glad I waited, it was just like a Cinderella story because it was the first time and I was with such wonderful, friendly people. Digging that massive embellished shell necklace? It came from a site called Crafting Boutique, which is all about French lifestyle.

I met Rollerena!!!! A former Studio 54 staple and downtown ‘freak’ (back when originality reigned supreme in fashion), I actually started following her when she walked in, on the strength of the sparkly jacket alone. Print mixing? Texture? Accessories? We are all living in Rollerena‘s world. Worship.

The last stop on our fragrant tour was Molton Brown, where they refreshed us with champagne and chocolate eclairs. And chairs, because my Franco Sarto kitten heel pumps killed my feet! Next time, I’m packing sandals.

It was the most amazing Spring Day in New York City. One of those Sex and the City type days- well aside from aching feet, and that fact that it rained in the evening. Either way? It was beautiful. It erased at least a year of stress and struggle from my memory, that’s how good that may 3rd, 2014 was for me.

I got home and just dumped everything on the counter, thinking about how we heard about the TJ Martell Foundation, new fragrance trends from Trend Incite, and how wonderful it is to have all 5 senses engaged. Fashion, food, beauty, touch, and scent…

I stood at my kitchen counter spraying, sniffing, and eating these amazing chocolates from Tobi Tobin. In spite of eating two helpings of chocolate cake with caramel sauce and espresso ice cream, I had a little room for those. They went beautifully with the glass of Tempranillo I poured myself before bed.

I got some great advice- keep your fragrances in the fridge so that they last longer. I had been decorating my window sill with them, thinking it was no big deal. I put everything in the Bergdorf’s bag and all of my ‘smell good’ is now living in the fridge.

The next day I put together this Sniffapalooza themed giveaway package, so you can have some of the fun I did. Included are: a sample of Eau D’Hadrien by Annouck Goutal, two samples from new perfumer Code Deco, Crow scent and body oil sample from Tobi Tobin, a Suleko scented ribbon bracelet, Twisted Lily and Fragrance X gift cards, Scentsorium fragrance sample, Guess wristlet, Ruby Wing color changing nail polish, freshSugar spf 15 lip treatment, and Tweezerman mini slanted tweezer. Be the fir st to email me at sassyethnicbohemian{at}gmail.com from a valid email address and I’ll mail it out June 1st.WON!!!! by Barabara A Mizzoni Young of the blog www.allmylivesnow.com

Sunday I was super tired, so I slept and used Origins Leg Lifts on my sore legs. I got myself together on Monday and finally got ready to go to The Makeup Show, a two day orgy of makeup companies and makeup artists. I think I looked tired, so I put on my Stila Stay All Day liquid lipstick in Fiery to distract eyes. I smoothed on Jurlique’s Rose Body Care Lotion and wore my red leather Chuck Chuck bracelet, too.

I wore my Aume dress from Desigual, with an August Silk cardigan, red leather and mother of pearl necklace, and lace up oxfords from Underground Thrift.

I stuck to a red/black/white palette and did my nails in Essie Twin Sweater Set with an overlay of glitter from Illamasqua’s Swarm nail varnish. I switched up the skincare routine with fresh Lotus Youth Preserve Radiance Lotion and Jurlique Love Balm on lips and elbows. A little dab of Annick Goutal‘s Eau d’Hadrien finished me off.

i finally made a business card! You needed a business card and two forms of ID to be admitted to The Makeup Show, which was for professionals only. Of course, I forgot to set it to ‘landscape’ when I printed the prototype, so my cards? Are tiny. A nice lady at Fedex Kinko’s helped me print my tiny card onto card stock, and I was on my way for less than $3 .

There was body painting going on everywhere. Temptu, Graftobian (and they also had a lady dressed and made-up like a tree), and Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics among others.

I stopped by the Chic Studios table to get a cute lipstick pen and class schedule, and meet Christina Olivo the school’s Senior Director. Mua’s were offered a range of events and workshops onsite. Lauren Napier showed off here new cleansing wipe, sensibly named ‘Cleanse‘, and shared how she discovered her big idea, a must have for the summer and beyond..

I so loved these tshirts, makeup bags and stickers from BreakupstoMakeup. On my way out I took note of this chic black and white notebook with The Makeup Show’s simple clean logo (including pen, only $10!). When I got outside, I noticed that this guy actually had a lipstick holster.

I got a great Makeup Forever tote bag filled with an array of professional and consumer cosmetics. I absolutely adore the Makeup Forever Aquamatics waterproof glide-on eyeshadow pencil in S60, an superflattering bronze. Eve Pearl Invisible Finish Powderless Powder, an OCC Makeup basic neutral makeup kit with metallic lip tar, a sample of Charlotte Tilbury’s Wonderglow primer, Lauren Napier ‘Cleanse‘ wipes, and more.

I manages to put together THREE makeup packages, so if you are looking to be a pro, here’s a little present for you! Package 1 focuses on Eyes with Oliv Ares House of Glam false lashes, Crown Brush tweezers and eyelash curlers, the cute Chic Studios pen, and two stickers from BreakupstoMakeup. Package 2 is about foundation and features banana cream pie powder from Graftobian, Kett creme makeup, makeup sponges from Crown Brush, a Lauren Napier ‘Cleanse’ wipe, and stickers from BrakupstoMakeup. WON!!!! by Nicole O. of California!Package 3 is drama: Temptu temporary tattoos with applicator pads, Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow sample, LIT cosmetics glitter with brush and glitter base, and stickers from BreakupstoMakeup.
How to win? be the first to email me for package 1, 2, or 3 (not more than one to a winner) at sassyethnicbohemain[at]gmail.com

After the Makeup Show, I had to head over to Rochelle’s to meet a friend for drinks. I passed this awesome tshirt store called Christopher’s, and had to take a pic so I wouldn’t forget to go back. They are at 7 Greenwich Avenue n NYC.

Other awesome stuff to remember- a wall of fun fashion jewelry at Kmart, getting this W magazine on 8th street for $2 from a street table. This cover is super inspiring! Anne Hathaway looks lovely. It may have triggered this new off the shoulder trend as well, you never know. Anyway, I got to Rochelle’s and they were closed! Happy Cinco de Mayo, right?

My friend Burkindy and I, who I hadn’t seen since the Urban Zen Holiday Market breakfast event back in November, ended up at a new place called Bonnie Vee at 17 Stanton. It was nice and quiet, a little dark, cushy seats, great cocktails, and a delicious truffle oil grilled cheese sandwich made with fontina cheese. Burkindy caught me up on what he’s doing- updating his website and getting ready for a pop-up store during the summer. Check out his amazing new jewelry and vintage finds here.
This blog post took me two days to complete! I hope you enjoyed it, and please don’t forget to email me to win some great free stuff!
Toodles!
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