What is it to have a good friend? Someone to chat with when you’re blue? Someone to shop with and who will tell you if those jeans actually look good, or honestly make your behind huge? You’ve had, and hopefully still have, a friend or two that you can always run to. It’s possible that…

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Just one week from our third birthday celebration and another fabulous Haute Market shopping party. We’re even planning a fabulous fashion show featuring some of Kansas City’s “real” women and housewives!These are no ordinary models…they are our newsletter subscribers, readers and guests! Nearly 20 models ages 18 to 50+. All regular women with enough moxy…

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The Haute Market shopping party is just around the corner so we thought we’d share a few boutiques with you to wet your appetite for shopping! What’s a Happy Hour without some drinks, fun gifts and a friendly game or two?Have a wine lover in your life? Want something new, fun and reasonable to give…

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Last week the New York Historical Society hosted the Independent Handbag and Shoe Awards highlighting emerging talent and accessories icons. Tina Aldatz, the creator of Foot Petals announced the winner of “Best Shoe in Overall Design” with Libby Edelman. The winner, Rafael Young will be collaborating with Sam Edelman shoes and Foot Petals to design…

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Ok girls…seriously. The sunscreen needs to be applied every day, no more excuses.For the last few days we been at the pool so as not to melt nor be forced indoors with three fighting boys.What my eyes have been treated to are so many crimes against the epidermis that it makes me want to petition…

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A few things going on this week that you probably don’t want to miss: Thursday – Olathe, KS – Planet Beach’s Spa night! Bring a friend (or 3) and try out a service at the beach. I’ve tried the aqua-massage (which does NOT require getting nekked), spray tan, cyber chair massage, and the luminous facial.…

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Father’s Day is Sunday and we all know there are a handful of us who haven’t gotten dad that perfect gift yet. I could use a few more items for the gift bag for sure. Aromatherapy Sleep Collection Black Chamomile Pillow Mist ($10.00) – This limited edition formula is infused with Chamomile essential oil for…

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Award-winning fashion designer and Project Runway star Jack Mackenroth recently took part in Adam Bouska’s famed “NO H8” campaign, a silent photographic protest created in direct response to California’s passage of Proposition 8, which banned gay marriage throughout the state. Jack was in Los Angeles filming a new, design-based TV pilot, and is currently training…

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According to the New York Times, and several designers, round sunglasses are the IN thing. Unfortunately for fashion followers, this round trend is not a great shape for all faces. Personally I think it’s a bit bug-like, but Lennon pulled it off, as did Harry Potter. Maybe you can too. My preference is round-ISH. I…

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