The Sassy Peach Has Moved!

Hey Sassy Peach readers! Just a quick note to let you know that the The Sassy Peach has now moved on to a new place. Bye, bye Blogger and hello Wordpress! Click here to go to the new and improved site. It's been a very long time coming but it's finally here. 

I still have things to work on and tweak on the new site so please bear with me and excuse the dust for the time being. I do hope you enjoy!

See you there! 

The Sassy Peach Is Under Construction

Hi Sassy Peach fans and readers! For the time being TSP is an under construction zone and will be back up and running very soon. We will have a brand new look and layout for you to come back to. Thank you for your patience and I will announce when the new site is ready to be revealed!

In the meantime, follow me on Tumblr at: thesassypeach.tumblr.com and of course on Twitter at twitter.com/thesassypeach.

Kmart Changes It Up: The Fall 2010 Apparel Collection

I don't know about you but I have not stepped into a Kmart in eons. Target took over for me in the budget fashion world and it was all I needed. But once I saw Kmart's new fall fashion line, my thinking quickly changed. Kmart's Design Team has completely revamped what the store has to offer--and let me tell you it's for the better!

The new line features current trends such as a military-inspired jacket, distressed denim and a skinny cargo pant. See more pictures from the line after the jump!

Doesn't everything just look fabulous? I love it and cannot wait to try the clothes out for myself. I highly suggest you check out their website and get a taste of everything that goes on behind the scenes, and how the line came about.

Also Kmart just announced today that you can shop some of the collection online! More from the fall collection will be added soon. Don't have money burning a hole in your pocket? Then enter their $100 Fall Fashion Giveaway!

Keep up with the Kmart Design Team on their Facebook page and/or on Twitter!

CVS/pharmacy Semi-Annual Beauty Sale

It's about that time where we begin to look in our closets and decide what we will or will not take into that next season. Fall is upon us and before we know it, it will be boots, jeans and sweaters instead of sandals, sundresses and tank tops.

You should also do the same for your beauty regimen. Is there a new look you would like to try? Do you have old cosmetics that need to be thrown out to make way for the new? If so, then the CVS/pharmacy Semi-Annual Beauty Sale is a great place to start.

Beginning this week ExtraCare cardholders will receive money back when they spend a certain amount on select beauty products from popular national brands like Maybelline, Nivea and Acne Free.

Specific in-store product offers include:

• Neutrogena Complete Line - Buy 1, Get 1 50% 0ff
• L'Oreal Cosmetics - Buy 1, Get 1 50% off

September:

• Maybelline Lip and Eye - Spend $10 Get $3 ExtraCare Bucks
• Nivea and Eucerin - Spend $15 Get $5 ExtraCare Bucks
• Acne Free and Wrinkle Free - Spend $20 Get $10 ExtraCare Bucks

CVS/pharmacy will also be extending the beauty sale online with exclusive discounts just for online purchases. Shoppers will receive:

• 25% off all beauty August 30th - September 5th
• 20% off all beauty September 6th - September 26th

And lastly, you can shop their beauty aisles risk-free with CVS/pharmacy's 100% money back beauty guarantee. If you do not love what you bought, whatever the reason, you can bring it back (opened or unopened) along with a receipt for a full refund! So shop away and have fun!

Gabi Gregg: MTV's First Ever TJ

This post is all about dreams coming true. And when I tell you your dreams can really come true, I mean it! Pictured above with Sway is my gal pal Gabi Gregg, awesome Editor of the influential fashion blog, Young, Fat and Fabulous.

Sunday night, Live on MTV, Gabi became MTV's first ever TJ (or Twitter Jockey). She knocked out her other 4 competitors left and right just like I knew she would. I am truly, so excited for her!

I first met Gabi through mutual friends here in Chicago earlier this year and from the moment I did, I was in love with her. She's just that type of person. An inspiration, a dream chaser/go-getter, and it doesn't hurt that she's absolutely adorable as well does it?

I cannot wait to see what other awesome things Gabi does in her new position as a TJ and beyond. Having a plus-size, bi-racial woman represent MTV is a double-POW! in my eyes and I'm glad it is what young girls will now see when they look at Gabi.

Gabi congratulations and I know you are going to knock it out of the park!

*Follow Gabi @MTVTJ on Twitter.

TSP x Rare Bird Creations Giveaway Winner!

Morning SP readers! Just a quick post to announce the winner of the Buttercup Silver Post Earrings from Rare Bird Creations. That winner is..........Becky! Thank you to everyone who commented, welcomed me back and entered the giveaway.

Congratulations to Becky! Send me an email at thesassypeach [at] gmail.com with your contact information and your prize will be sent out to you shortly!

Thanks again and now I'm off to Lollapalooza! Stay tuned to TSP because I may post my, as well as others, Lolla fashion!

The biggest thing for me, for my job, is to make everyone look like the best version of themselves - Rachel Zoe


The Rachel Zoe Project premiere is tonight on Bravo at 10p/9pCST! I'm looking forward to it and cannot wait! Who else is watching?

The Sassy Peach x Rare Bird Creations Giveaway

Hi Sassy Peach readers (or lack there of). I am officially blowing the dust off of TSP! *throws confetti* What a better way to get back into the swing of things than with a giveaway? My dear friend and awesome jewelry designer, Taylor has offered up a pair of her adorable Buttercup Silver Post Earrings to be given away!

Since I've been away I'm going to make entry to win very simple. Just leave a comment on this post and that will be your entry! The giveaway ends this Friday, August 6th at 12 midnight! So comment away and good luck!

Chicago Ladies! Dark and Lovely + Essence Want You!

If you are a "Dark and Lovely" fashionista then you must attend this event at The Wit Hotel (201 N. State St.) on Saturday, June 12th from 11am to 2pm!

The event will include a panel discussion about getting a head-to-toe polished look led by actress LisaRaye McCoy, celebrity stylist Carlton Jones and Essence magazine Contributing Editor Tasha Turner. If you attend, do come and say hi if you see me!

Learn how to enter the contest to become the next "Dark and Lovely" spokesperson, after the jump.


Here are the Are you Dark and Lovely? Show it Off! Contest details:

SoftSheen-Carson Dark and Lovely is partnering with Essence magazine in search for the next star for the newest Dark and Lovely ad. The national Are you Dark and Lovely? Show it off! Contest will run through July 6, 2010, with a winner to be announced in the October issue of Essence. The winner and one friend will be flown to NYC for a photo shoot, hair makeover by SoftSheen-Carson Artistic Director and celebrity hairstylist Johnny Wright, plus a $5000 shopping spree with celebrity stylist Carlton Jones.

All participating attendees will have their photo taken on site and express in writing why they are Dark and Lovely.

Click here for even more details and I'll see you at The Wit!

What I'm Rockin' + Vote for The Sassy Peach!

Hey SP readers! I know I have not done one of these posts in a long time so it is definitely time for "What I'm Rockin."

I actually put this outfit together for a contest called Project:Style that I entered by suburban Illinois mall, the Promenade Bolingbrook. Below is the video for the contest so take a look at it and please vote for me! Voting ends Monday, June 14th and you can vote once a day.

Also, in order to vote you will have to join the Shoptopia site. I know this can be a pain sometimes but you can do it to just vote for me until Monday and then get rid of it afterwards. Simple as that!

Click here to check out my outfit details!

For the Fellas

My guys in NYC just might appreciate this one. Check it out!

Fab Event Alert: Chicago's Red Pump Rocking Memorial Weekend

Summertime in Chicago is officially kicking off next week with Memorial Day weekend and there's a lot going on. A couple of organizations are having events, and have chosen The Red Pump Project to be beneficiaries of a portion of funds raised. 5 events happening in the next week in the Chicagoland area will be benefiting Red Pump, so get ready to plan your schedules!

First up, Sex and The City 2 Event Series: Carrie, Charlotte, Samantha and Miranda hit the big screen in less than a week. In preparation for the Sex and The City 2 theatrical release on May 27th, Diamonds and Lace EventScaping has planned the perfect set of events to bring the essence of Sex and The City here. The company has planned four events here in Chicago to occur between Wednesday, May 26th, and Sunday, May 30th, with a percent of the proceeds going to The Red Pump Project. With a wealth of activities ranging from massages to pole dance lessons to shoe shopping and a fashion show, each person is guaranteed to find something that will bring out her inner Carrie, Charlotte, Samantha, or Miranda.

Wed., May 26, 2010 - "Hello Lover" The Kick-off Event. Includes: cocktails, appetizers, massages, mini makeovers, giveaways, shopping, gift bags AND a special screening of the Sex and The City 2 movie.

Fri., May 28, 2010 - "Manolo Mayhem:" A Samantha style evening of cocktails & c*ck tales. Includes: pampering, pole dance lessons, adult novelty shopping, food specials, male revue and more.

Sat., May 29, 2010 - "Labels and Love" Cocktail Party at Mercedes Benz Chicago. Includes: cocktails, entertainment, refreshments, fashion show, shopping and more.

Sun., May 30, 2010 - Shoe Heaven Citywide Shoe Shopping Tour. Kick off brunch at SL Sports Lounge at South Loop Hotel, shuttle service, shoe shopping, goodie bags, gifts with purchase and after-tour foot pampering services! Featured stores: Lori's, Sensual Steps, House of Sole and Akira.

You can purchase tickets to each individual event or an all-access pass to everything. Be sure to visit http://diamondsinthecity.eventbrite.com to view the event details and purchase tickets.

And lastly: Summer Skyline Series

What better way to kick off "Summertime Chi" than a rooftop party at one of downtown's hottest venues? On Saturday, May 29th, join The Red Pump Project as we take over the NV Penthouse Lounge (116 W. Hubbard) for a great cause! We have been selected as the beneficiary for the launch of the "Summer Skyline Series," presented by Red Bull. From 4-8p, enjoy the sounds of Chicago's own Jay Illa, complimentary Red Bull and Ultimat Vodka cocktails, and more!

You can even enter to win two tickets to see Toni Braxton on June 5th! The cost of the event is $10, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting our organization. To RSVP (for discounted entry) and to get more information, visit www.royalteinc.com.

Ladies, we'd love for you to join us for the Sex and the City series in your flyest Red Pumps. Gentlemen, if you're not fans of SATC, you can definitely join us for the Summer Series at NV Lounge in your sharpest Red Ties.

This week is going to be really exciting for The Red Pump Project as we kick off the summer showing that "Awareness is Always in Style."

"A Fine Day of Beauty" with Sam Fine Recap

A few weeks ago I had the fabulous opportunity to attend a workshop hosted by celebrity makeup artist Sam Fine (pictured above with myself and Patrice of Afrobella). It was a fantastic day and I was just squealing with excitement from it all. Mr. Fine wasted no time schooling us on the best way to apply makeup, giving us countless tips and tricks, and debunking all types of makeup myths. He is so very nice and down to earth and I had a great time learning from him.

As if being in the same room and learning from one of the best in the biz was not enough,

Read the rest after the jump...

Reggie Wells (Oprah's longtime makeup artist) was also there and spoke with us as well.

Patrice and I with Reggie Wells

Talk about major powerhouse to have those two in the same room! I had an absolutely fantastic time and have to thank Jada Russell for making it happen.

Check out more pics below.

The Sassy Peach Rents the Runway - Pt. II

Hi Sassy Peach readers, please forgive me for posting part II of The Sassy Peach Rents the Runway, so late, I do apologize. If you are reading this and have not yet read part I, please do so!

Where were we? Oh! Yes, so I tried on the dress and it fit perfectly as you can see in the pic above. It came in a RTR garment bag that I can keep as well as a "fit kit" which I sadly lost in the abyss of backstage at the fashion show. I'm sure I can get another one though. Anyway, I paired the lovely Mark & James by Badgley Mischka dress with my red pumps no less and the ensemble was complete!

Read the rest after the jump...


I enjoyed the dress so much I didn't want to see it go, but knew I had to return it in time. As I sadly packed both dresses in the RTR-addressed envelope (that they so conveniently provide), I began daydreaming about all of the rentals to come. I cannot wait!

Overall my experience with Rent the Runway was positive and I highly recommend you try it at least once. And now you can rent accessories as well for as low as $10! Already contemplating what I will wear for my birthday this August...

To avoid being on the wait list I am offering my Rent the Runway invite link to you--my fab readers! Happy Renting! http://www.renttherunway.com/referral/thesassypeach