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No.01 | September 2014
Creative Director / Editor Minnie Brown Illustrator Noel Vergara Beauty Blogger Krystal Caracol Photography Minnie Brown Krystal Caracol Art & Layout Minnie Brown Office New York City Staten Island, NY United States Press & Media Inquiries press@nycmetrogirl.com Blogger Inquiry info@nycmetrogirl.com
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AUTUMN BEAUTY
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Fashion
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Curly Hair Nightmare
10.
Where to Eat in NYC
TRENDS 02.
Casual Fall Wear
How to Tame that Mane
Delicious places to eat that will not break your wallet.
SUMMERTIME DRYNESS Your skin needs some tender loving care. Find out how to hydrate your skin for the Fall/Winter. 05.
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Beauty & Fashion Blogger Wanted
Chocolate Chip & Sugar Cookies
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Delicious Chocolate Chips or Sugar Cookies that pair great with a cup of coffee or tea. Simple recipe that bakes in 20 minutes.
Editor Note
No.01 | September 2014
Nothing is Impossible
Live your life the way you want, how you want, no matter what with no regrets.
As the days begin to get cooler and the sun slowly starts to set early, shorts and sandals have begun to make their way into the back of your closet for hibernation. Though summer will tend to sneak up on us, fall is here. It’s time to cover up and shop for the essentials for the upcoming season.
is solid color with a touch of pattern. The contrast of a bold pattern piece mixed with a solid color palette of black and olive. The look to aim for is skinny jeans paired with a party tank, pilot jacket and patterned boots.
Always remember that the best look is the one that makes you feel comfortable One beauty trend that seems in your own skin. Don’t make to help our bodies transition yourself a slave to fashion into the cold winter, shea but- at the sacrifice of what suits ter sugar scrubs. By using you best. As Coco Chanel sugar scrubs, it lightly exfoli- herself so eloquently stated, “Fashion fades; only style reates the skin, helping retain mains the same.” And wearthe skins natural moisturize ing clothes that fit and flatter minimizing dryness. is always in style.” The face is a delicate area that also needs a lot of tender loving care as winter approaches. See our 7 Beauty Trends later in this issue for more tips on how to hydrate your face. Fashion trend that’s visible throughout Fall Fashion 2014
Minnie Brown Creative Director/Editor, NYC Metro Girl™
Fashion
01. | September 2014
Satin Tank Top, $29.95, hm.com Super Skinny Low Jeans, $19.95, hm.com, Pilot Jacket, $49.95, hm.com
Saddle-Style Bag, $17.95, hm.com, Hoop Earrings, $4.95, hm.com, Patterned Fabric Boot, $29.95, hm.com
FALL FASHION
Make a bold statement! Solid colors combined with casual wear and party wear with a touch of patterns offer a simple yet stylish everyday wear.
Beauty
02. | September 2014
7 AUTUMN BEAUTY FEATURED BLOGGER Krystal Caracol Blogger/Vlogger, Beauty By Krystal
TRENDS
Trend # 1
BB Creams | During the cold weather months, UV Rays can still have an effect on the skin. Protect the face with SPF and a good hydrating formula with all-in-one BB Creams, which are now available in a variety of finishes from sheer to full coverage. ELF Cosmetics BB Cream SPF 20, $6.00, eyeslipsface.com | 3LAB Aqua BB SPF 40, $95.00, 3lab.com
Beauty
03. | September 2014
Trend # 3
Berry Lips | Rich in color, deep in tone, berry and mauve lips have hit the scene in all finishes – matte lipsticks, glittery glosses, velvet lip stains. From drugstore to high end, the options are endless and stunning. ELF Cosmetics Matte Lip Color, Wine, $3.00, eyeslipsface.com | YSL Rouge Volupte, Forbidden Burgundy, $35.00, yslbeautyus.com
Trend # 2
Baked Highlighters | Matte foundations usually come out in cooler months, so to balance dimension and show off a healthy glow, grab for a baked highlighter that will add sheen and attract light to the high points of the face. MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Skinfinish, Soft & Gentle, $32.00, maccosmetics.com | Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder, Radiant Light, $45.00, hourglasscosmetics.com
Hydration Masks | The best tip for a flawless look is weekly hydration facial masks. Crisp cold air can really dry out the skin, which can cause break outs and flaky dry patches. Deep hydration masks will keep the skin moisturized and protected, resulting in supple clear skin, aiding to a flawless makeup look. Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Hydrating Treatment Mask, $21.00, paulaschoice.com | Aromatherapy Associates Rose Hydrating Face Mask, $62.00, aromatherapyassociates. com
Trend #4
Beauty
04. | September 2014
Trend #6
Eye Care | One of the most sensitive areas on the face, the skin around the eyes always needs extra care and hydration. Eye masks will repair, rejuvenate, and plump the skin, while daily creams will keep the area moisturized to protect from exposure to the seasonal elements. ELF Cosmetics Eye Refresh, $3.00, eyeslipsface.com | Dermarie Day & Night Treatment Set, $100.00, dermarie.com | Tatcha Luminous Deep Hydration Eye Mask, $95.00 (10 pk), tatcha.com
Cranberry Nails | A versatile shade that can carry through Fall and Winter, a shimmering cranberry lacquer can pull off any look from dark and vampy to rich and sophisticated. ELF Cosmetics, Cranberry, $2.00, eyeslipsface.com | OCC, Black Metal Dahlia, $10.00, occmakeup.com
Trend #5 Cuticle Moisturizing | Cold weather is the harshest on those delicate cuticles, to avoid peeling and cracking, apply and massage the cuticle area with oils morning and night. The results will be soft and pretty cuticles to flatter any manicure. ELF Cosmetics Nourishing Cuticle Pen, $1.00, eyeslipsface.com | L’Occitane Shea Butter Nail & Cuticle Nourishing Oil, $18.00, loccitane.com
Trend # 7
Beauty
05. | September 2014
SUMMERTIME DRYNESS Heat Wave turned Cold! It’s time to hydrate your skin as the weather changes from summer heat to winter crisp, usually overnight.
Shea Butter Sugar Scrub, Creative Juice, $8.00,
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Beauty
06. | September 2014
Sunbathing and taking a dip in the ocean water can really take a toll on your skin. Exfoliating and moisturizing can help hydrate and revive, revealing healthy and nourished skin.
“I love the Green Tea Strawberry Sugar Lip Scrub!” - Kristina
NYC Metro Girl’s Shea Butter Sugar Scrub mildly exfoliates leaving your skin feeling soft, smooth and moisturized. This gentle exfoliant will help. NYC Metro Girl has a luscious lip scrub that gently exfoliates lips and leaves them feeling soft and moisturized.
Shea Butter Sugar Scrub, Creative Juice, $8.00,
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Sugar Lip Scrub, Green Tea Strawberry, $4.00, nycmetrogirl.com
Hair
07. | September 2014
Curly Hair Nightmare
What to use to straighten hair
Hair
08. | September 2014
Before: Air Died After: Straightened
Having unruly hair can be irritating. Here’s a little tip for how to deal with your Curly Hair Nightmare. • Shampoo your hair, use your fingers to massage your scalp then rinse with warm water. • Leave Conditioner in for 1-2 minutes. Comb out knots while the conditioner is still in your hair. • Towel Dry. • While damp, add a dime size of Luster’s Pink Lotion. Depending on how long your hair is, add small amounts. Don’t overdue it since you don’t want your hair too greasy. Comb hair. • Wrap hair in a bun and let it dry. Don’t want to wait, then use a blow dryer on a low setting to dry hair. • Use a Rat Tail comb with your flat iron, combing through your hair while using the flat iron at the same time. Take sections that can fit the ceramic plate so your hair doesn’t get caught. Now you have soft, straightened, manageable hair.
Cool Structure 8pc Styling Comb Kit, $4.99, sallybeauty.com Ion Anti-Frizz Thermal Round Brush, $5.00, sallybeauty.com Luster’s Pink Oil Moisturizer Hair Lotion 8 oz., $4.69, sallybeauty.com
NYC Metro Girl Conditioning Shampoo or Conditioner, $10.00, nycmetrogirl.com Jilbere Nano Ceramic Ionic Flat Iron 1 3/4”, $74.99, sallybeauty.com
Lifestyle
09. | September 2014
YummY!
Chocolate Chip & Sugar Cookies
Ingredient 2 1/4 Cups All Purpose Unbleached Flour 1 Tspn. Salt 1 Tspn. Baking Soda 1 Cup Brown Sugar 1 Cup Softened Butter 1 1/2 Tspn. Vanilla Extract
How to Cook
2 Eggs 8 oz. Chocolate Chips Preheat Oven 350ยบ For Sugar Cookies, Omit the chocolate chips.
Using a hand mixer or whisk, blend the dry ingredients FIRST. Mix well. Add the wet ingredients. Mix well. Spray a cookie sheet with a non-stick spray. Use a tablespoon or hands to create quarter sized dollops of cookie dough. Heat for 10-14 minutes. You want them halfway cooked so they can continue to cook when they are removed from the oven. Let cool for about 10 minutes. Eat & Enjoy!
Lifestyle
10. | September 2014
Where to Eat in NYC Visiting the Big Apple can be overwhelming with so much to do and see. NYC Metro Girl™ suggests some places to go to off the beaten path for some good eats at good prices.
If you happen to come to the Big Apple during the Spring and Summer months, Ralph’s Italian Ices is a must sweet treat.
Ralph’s Italian Ices Main Location 501 Port Richmond Ave Staten Island, NY (718) 273-3675 ralphsices.com
With over 100 flavors, deciding what to get may take a while. Want to taste before you buy? Just ask. Ralph’s takes Cash Only. NO CREDIT CARDS. So come prepared. Now on to lunch/dinner.
If you are looking for amazing thin crust pizza, Joe & Pat’s Pizzeria in Staten Island has the best around. With a crust so thin, one can easily eat a whole pie themselves. If you enjoy deep dish pizza, L&B Spumoni Gardens in Brooklyn is Delish!
Joe & Pat’s Pizzeria, 1758 Victory Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10314 (718) 981-0887 joeandpatspizzany.com
Art
11. | September 2014
NYC is filled with beautiful Murals of Art. This one is done by Eduardo Kobra. >> Check Out Facebook Page
Wanted
12. | September 2014
Looking for great blogs to feature in an online Fashion, Beauty, Hair, Art and Lifestyle e-Magazine. This e-Magazine will be an incredible resource for readers and I would love to include content from the blogging community. Contact Minnie at info@nycmetrogirl.com to get one of your blogs in. Articles for Next Issue need to be in by October 8th, 2014.
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