GET READY TO BE PAMPERED WITH GBK LOUNGE
By: Hope Wilkos, Writer/Blogger Photographer: George Whylie Videographer: Maxine NolanNew York Fashion Week is just around the corner and within a few days, New York City will be bustling with the arrival of a multitude of fashion experts, media and models. This Fashion Week held in September is marked by the season Spring 2013 and we are eager to see what the newest trends will be.
In honor of New York Fashion Week, GBK, a luxury lifestyle special events company, is getting ready to host a Luxury Gift & Styling Lounge on September 6 and 7, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. This will take place at the exclusive Empire Hotel right in the heart of the shows that are taking place at Lincoln Center as designers debut their latest collections.
The success of this lounge last year was overwhelming as it was the most talked about event attracting celebrities such as Lindsay Lohan, Kirstie Alley, Star Jones, Phillip Bloch, Constantine Maroulis and many more to take part in all the pampering and previewing of products.
GBK gives its elite visitors a special opportunity to explore the newest beauty products in a luxury environment and experience complimentary beauty services. Here is a glance into some of the exciting things going on at the Lounge and some of the great gifts that will be bestowed from the generous sponsors.
HARD CANDY – Makeup applications will take place with a gift from the Hard Candy collection.
imPRESS Press-On Manicure by Broadway Nails – This is a revolutionary nail polish application of the future and all those that enter the Lounge will be able to experiment with this great product.
Scunci – Stylists will be providing complimentary Scunci faux bangs.
Flowers of the World, a high-end floral design studio, will transform the atmosphere into a floral wonderland with artistic fresh floral artwork and a fashion-themed signature piece.
Some of the other opulent sponsors include:
Pilot Pen – This brand is known for cutting-edge technology in writing instruments and they will be gifting their Frixion erasable pens and their Ageless Pen
Izlia – Specializing in eco-luxury face and body products and they will be gifting their Fresh Sweet Carrot Facial Day Creme’, Urban Elements Defense Serum and Peace Facial Serum
G Wear – This environmentally-friendly company is known for their unique recycled fashion shirts and will add a touch of fun to the festivities.
NYC Cosmetic & General Dentistry – Ranked as top in their field, as an attendee, you will have the opportunity to receive a $1500 gift certificate towards exclusive private “on location” concierge dental and medical services.
Baan Unrak Conscious Collection – This is a distinctive collection of hand woven pants from a community in Thailand caring for 150 children all from difficult backgrounds.
Moday – A company known for enhancing slips and camisoles and gifting classy and contemporary slips and camisoles for the modern woman.
RevitaLash – See what conditioning and color cosmetics are all about and receive Hair Advanced, RevitaBrow Advanced samples to look alluring.
Beyond The Rack – This is North America’s Premier online shopping club offering brand-name apparel, accessories, beauty and home decor products up to 80% off retail prices. Gift certificates will be given to Lounge visitors.
Jada Toys Inc. – The newest and most popular toy is the ‘Cutie Pop’ doll that come with special “style pops” and can be decorated from head to toe with your own style. Enjoy the doll for yourself as each visitor is given a doll for their very own.
Caribbean Living Magazine – Celebrities will be whisked away with a one-week stay in the Caribbean.
Everyone loves jewelry that dazzles and shines. This year Misahara Jewelry will be highlighted drawing inspiration from world travel and featuring quality gemstones. They will be gifting their unity charm from the ultra luxury jewelry collection. Hot Rock Jewelry.com will be gifting custom gold-plated pendants and chains featuring their flaming diamond logo with the message “Your Life Has Meaning”. As an innovative brand, Marc Coblen, will be premiering their countless styles of watches.
Also on hand will be BLINKZGEAR with their Urban and Life Messenger Bags made to be different with graphic designed zip out front covers. The GBK Logo will be custom-designed by Candice Shaw to commemorate this event.
But there is even more. Gourmet refreshments will be served from Coco Cafe’, a mixture of organic espresso and fresh coconut water along with 100% Dominican Rum from Brugal Extra Dry Rum and savory wines from one of the most experienced online wine retailers, Wine Chateau. Made to go with the wine is all-natural, hand-crafted cheese from Point Reyes, California and provided by Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co.
This exciting event is also in the name of philanthropy as the Lounge will benefit a very worthwhile cause, Dress For Success Worldwide, which is an international not-for-profit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing them with professional attire along with a network of support and career development tools which give women the confidence to thrive personally and professionally.
What better way to have beauty bestowed upon you than with some pleasing pampering and plentiful products. It will make for a most memorable Fashion Week for sure.
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