Nice Reader's Tattoo

found this in my inbox today :)

sent in by Indri

Triangle Tattoo

I noticed that there are many different meaning behind a triangle tattoo.
Does anyone know what the main meaning behind it is?

Abbey Lee Tattoo

I've always wanted to do a post on her, but it's so difficult. There are so few photos of her tattoos out there, and even less information on them.

A tattoo on her right ankle. There's a big debate on tfs about what it actually is. Some people think it's the gemini sign, whilst others think otherwise.

A heart in a square behind her right ear.

She also has script on her right wrist.
More on her to come, need to do some more digging.

How We Did on Our '09 Resolutions

Before we go and set our resolutions for '10, we always like to see how we did on the ones for the current year.

Here were our goals for 2009:

1. For the JSG blog: to do more and better videos.

This we can check off our list. Armed with our Flips, we've been much better about videoing our escapades. Check out our YouTube channel for proof.

2. No more typos!

Done. (Fur the mos par.)

3. To go to one major event that we haven't been to before (Sundance, Super Bowl, Miami's Winter Music Concert or SXSW in Austin).
We made it to Tampa for the Super Bowl and attended the Net Jets party, so we get half a point. 

4. Figure out how to get our nail polish to stay on for more than 2 days when we paint them ourselves. (This may involve purchasing a pair of rubber gloves for the sink. Not sexy!)
This may just be impossible.

5. Find the perfect pair of nude heels.
Now that we're reading this, we've got the perfect excuse to buy the LAMB Laken heels we've been eying!

6. Pay off the credit cards.
No comment.

7. Get on a healthy sleep schedule (this will help with losing the pounds we gained over the holidays and lighten up our dark circles).
Getting there.

8. Organize our desktop.
The desktop wins.

9. Go to more places with the letter "L" in them.
Let's see, we went to Florida, Colorado, Las Vegas, Alexandria, VA, a couple of Ritz Carlton's, and a whole bunch of other places without the letter "l".

Something New for the New Year

Very cool bright green and black hair with an interesting undercut.

Estee Lauder's Blacker Than Black Eye Shadow

We can never get enough of a smoky eye: It's a shortcut to sexy and looks fantastic in photos. Our newest favorite entry into the world of dark shadows is the Estée Lauder Blacker Than Black Makeup collection, namely the Black Smoke Eye Shadow Quad. It comes with a sparkly black shadow (see the swatch below), a medium gray, a silver and a white for highlighting. For extra oomph, use the Double Wear Eye Pencil.

The Estée Lauder Blacker Than Black Makeup collection is available for a limited time online and at select department stores.

This review was based on a free sample.

A Sip of Sexy for the New Year

From snow angels to tree toppers, we can’t get enough of angels this time of year. But we can’t forget the sexiest angels of them all - Victoria’s Secret Angels. To add a sophisticated splash to your New Year's plans, try this new “Bombshell” cocktail that debuted at this year’s Victoria’s Secret Viewing Party. A drink like this goes great with a group of girlfriends, so call the crew and have the pre-party at your house!



Bombshell Cocktail
3/5 42 below passion fruit 42BELOW vodka
1/5 vodka
1/5 cranberry juice
A splash of passion fruit puree and garnished with lemon twist

Lindsay Lohan update Tattoo

I have to be honest, this annoyed me slightly when i found out, cause i wasn't too fond of the first one. Now she has added another.
I like the quotes and placements, it's just the different coloured stars used to decorate it.

This new one is on her right arm.
It says 'I restore myself when I'm alone'

The older one on her left arm says 'Everyone’s a star and deserves the right to twinkle'

Where Vera Wang Vacations

Might Vera Wang's next collection reflect a Barbadian influence? The designer told WWD that she's headed to Sandy Lane in Barbados (where Tiger Woods got married). She's packing gold Prada lace up sandals, a fisherman gold net bag and a wardrobe of short shorts--Go Vera!


We would also be happy to join Alice Temperely on her trip to Cuixmala, Mexico, where "drinking mighty fine margaritas" is on the itinerary. She tells WWD she packed in 8 minutes for the trip. We hope you didn't forget anything, Alice!

Jason Wu is headed to Vegas where he plans on taking in Cirque de Soleil's "O" and "Zumanity." Wonder if Christina Aguilera is hosting a New Year's Eve party at Tao.

Pixie Geldof update Tattoo

I think she's caught the tattoo bug like her sister Peaches.
The newest addition is on her right forearm.
'What will survive of us is love', a quote taken from a poem.

She also has her mother's signature on her left wrist.
A ladybug on her right wrist.
A star on the back of her neck.
A outlined shape behind each ear.
A star on her leg.

Mail Tattoo

Hi guys!

I wanna thank you all for the emails you've been sending in :) It's nice to know you guys enjoy the blog!

I also received this
I'm not sure what it says, but i love the placement :)
Thanks to Rachel W. for the picture!

Best Nail Polish for New Year's Eve

Have you made your plans for New Year's Eve?  Whether you're headed to a friend's party like Hope or to midnight yoga like Anne, there's always a good reason to start the new year looking your best.  Here are our picks for a great looking manicure:

Metro Chic may have been the hot Sephora nail color; but something with more sparkle would be ideal  for New Year's like Water Baby or Social Climber (pictured above) from the Sephora by OPI collection.

Essie's Mint Candy Apple (pictured above) looks modern and fresh and is easier on your wallet that Chanel's Jade.

 

What's old is new again, in this case Neon Pink by Illamasqua.  While we'll leave neon clothes to our younger fashionista friends, a pop of color on our nails will look just right wrapped around a champagne flute.

Art Blogger Award

(The rules for this award:
- List 10 random things about yourself
-Tag 10 other bloggers with the award (write them a comment so they know they've got it!)
-Link the person that gave you the award)

10 random facts:

1. I am currently preparing to go to the UK for university. Kinda explains my lack of posts.

2. I am a published lyricists

3. I recently went to Sydney and loved it. The weather was amazing! And i spent quite a bit of my holiday money in Supre.

4. I'm not littered with tattoos! I keep changing my mind on what to get next. If my parents ever knew i had tattoos, they would kill me.

5. I can't decide between getting a blackberry or an iphone. if i was to get a blackberry, should i wait for a new one to come out?

6. I love lomography. I love any type of photography with a twist on reality.

7. I love skins.

8. I want to move from writing lyrics to writing novels.

9. My top favourite fashion magazine is UK Glamour. They do beautiful editorials with fashion brands, as well as editorials using high street affordable clothing.

10. I am really shy in person, and i have no idea how i am going to get through freshers week at York.

10 Blogs (in no particular order) :

Le Love

4th and Bleeker

Isatou

Girl on Fire

Love More

Le Flassh

The Drifter and the Gypsy

Studded Hearts

Sincerely, Jules

Tobacco and Leather

Simple Tattoos

Source: We heart it


I'm back and in need of ideas of who you guys would like me to blog about. So leave a comment please!

I also came up with an idea inspired by 'Le Love,' where you can send me photos of your tattoo related to love and the story behind it and I'll post it up :)

What to Wear for New Year's Eve

Still searching for the perfect New Year's Eve dress? Thanks to the folks at New York Magazine for compiling this fantabulous slide show of more than 100 dresses from $23(!!!) on up. It's hard to pick just one fave, but this Camilla and Marc dress available at Barney's is on our top three list for sure.

See all the New Year's Eve dresses.

The Best Travel Apps for the iPhone

While neither of us has an iPhone--we're stubbornly waiting until it's available with our cell providers--we know there are lots of amazing apps out there for it that  help with directions, flight delays, restaurants, enable Skype (above) even finding the nearest public bathroom. Here's a round up of apps that other sites found the most interesting. Let us know your favorite!

Travel & Leisure's Best Apps for the iPhone.

National Geographic Adventurer's Best Travel Apps for the iPhone.

Go Nomad's Best Travel Apps for the iPhone.

USA Today's Best Travel Apps for the iPhone.

Do you have a favorite one to add to the list?

Different Legs

For those of you who have noticed, i tend to like literary tattoos or simple symbols.
But this is gorgeous.
Source: Fuck Yeah, Tattoos!

F**k Yeah, Tattoos!

Don't be fooled by the photos I have chosen to post (I think i have a type), but this tumblr has a HUGE range of tattoos!

To visit the Tumblr:
Fuck Yeah, Tattoos!

John Mayer Arm Tattoo

A little different from what i normally post, but it's fascinating to look at.

24 Hours.

I know it's my choice in the end, but i wanted to see what you guys thought.
I'm going to try to get another tattoo tomorrow (spending on whether the tattooist is available or not)

I was either going to get:
'Into the wild' - the movie title
'2.11' - a date
'nothing's like before' - a quote from a song
or initials

they all have personal meanings
thoughts?

TSA Changes

With so many of us traveling over the holidays and the failed Christmas day attack on a Northwest Airlines flight, we checked the TSA website regarding heightened security.  The TSA has added security measures; but they aren't disclosing the changes which vary from airport to airport.  You can also expect to stow your carry on bags, turn off electronics and remain seated for longer periods once you're on your flight.  Our advice?  Arrive earlier than usual and expect longer lines at the security gates. 

We're always interested in changes to the carry on regulations, since we try to avoid checking whenever possible.  Here's a sampling of some of the things TSA wants you to pack in your checked baggage or leave at home. 

Cranberry sauce, cologne, creamy dips and spreads (cheeses, peanut butter, etc.), gift baskets with food items (salsa, jams and salad dressings), gravy, jams, jellies, lotions, maple syrup, oils and vinegars, perfume, salad dressing, and salsa.

We're puzzled by the cheese restriction: do they make draw a line between a triple cream and an aged cheddar?  When in doubt, send or pack it.  By the way, pies can be carried on but are subject to additional screening.

Photo courtesy of www.tsa.gov

Letter Tattoo - Ink In A Book

Hi Guys!

Just a quick post about something i've stumbled across.

HtmlGiant's Justin Taylor and Eva Talmadge have put out a call for submissions:

'We are seeking high quality photographs of your literary tattoos for an upcoming book. Send us your ink! ...'

Basically they are trying to create a book full of literary tattoos (i will definitely be purchasing a copy). If you have a literary tattoo that you wish to have printed in a book, here's your chance!
To Read More and Submit

JSG in the New York Post

JSG's Anne Fritz was featured in Sunday's New York Post as one of the Twitterati who attended a recent holiday party hosted by celebrity stylist Robert Verdi. According to Robert, he chose Anne and the other bloggers/twiteratti, because "they have street cred, they have a lot of followers and they're disseminating smart information on the Internet."

Here are Anne's thoughts on the story:

I respect that as a newspaper the Post has space restrictions and didn't have room to mention that I co-edit The Jet Set Girls and that our website has a clear review policy. In brief, on JSG, we always give fair and honest reviews of products.  We will disclose if they are free. We don't receive everything we review for free. In fact, most of the products and services we review we purchase ourselves because we are true beauty, fashion and travel fanatics.  We always test the products we review thoroughly before letting you know our opinion of the product. For our complete review policy, please see our Contact Us page.

What are your thoughts on the piece?

Dream Destinations 2010

We asked, you answered. Europe reigns supreme for the top dream destination of JSG readers. About 2/5ths of you (42%) said you would most like to vacation in Europe, namely Italy, France, Greece, Ireland and England. (Of those who wanted to travel to Europe, those countries ranked 37%, 24%, 20%, 7% and 6.6%, respectively.) Italy appeals to you for the food, art, history and overall beauty of the country.

While Europe beat out various beaches around the world, 21% of you said you would enjoy a sojourn somewhere warm and sunny.

Australia made a respectable showing—4 percent of you said you dream of traveling to the land down under.

The most surprising destination was Korea, which received 5 votes. We were also happy to see the Maldives make the list with 3 votes and we had to check our Google maps to find Mauritius (shown above) picked by two JSG readers.

Announcing the Winner of the Coach Audrey Bag

Congrats to Wendy Guerra who won the Coach Audrey bag. Where is Wendy's dream destination?

"My dream destination is NYC!!! I've always loved the feeling that cities give me, but NYC is something different, it feels so much more alive than any other place for me. It inspires me, I love it!!"

We can't argue with that and the Coach Audrey bag is certainly big enough and flashy enough for New York. Congrats, Wendy!

Read on for more about the Coach Holiday Giveaway.

Need a Break from all the Christmas Music?

Or maybe you're snowed in this weekend? We promise you'll get a smile from the hundreds of sexy Brazilians celebrating the arrival of their summer last week with a Haviana-clapping flash mob. Ah--to be in the Southern Hemisphere!

Hilary Duff update Tattoo

Take out your magnifying glass again.

Hilary has gotten a new tattoo, on her right rib. It says 'ma petite amie,' which is french. The literal meaning is 'my little friend' but the proper meaning is 'my girlfriend.'
Rumor is she got it with/for her best friend.

Sienna Miller Tattoo

Three stars on her shoulder


A swallow on her wrist
I once read that the swallow she has is actually the symbol for the Primrose Hill group (Primrose Hill is a place in London where she lives). Which makes sense, because Robbie Williams and Kate Moss alike also have a swallow tattoo.
Then again, she could just be making up an excuse for why Rhys Ifans has such a similar tattoo her.

She also has a star near her right hip

Caring for Combination Skin in the Winter

Many of us have issues with breakouts even during the dry winter months. We were fortunate to speak with JoElle Lyons of the Hela Spa in Chevy Chase, Md. (and esthetician to the First Lady!) on how to treat combination skin. It's easy to take advise from someone who's so knowledgeable and has a gorgeous complexion of her own. Friend JoElle on Facebook and you'll receive her sage advise regularly.

Catherine McNeil

I seem to be doing a post on Catherine McNeil every month!

She has so many tattoos she could be the next Freja of the model tattoo world!
I've written about this one before, but i didn't have a good picture of it at the time. It's the words going down her right rib cage.
It says 'The day that I die will be by far the most beautiful day I ever lived.'


The other tattoo I'm posting about is the one on the top of her right thigh. It's a Chinese symbol, I'll try to find someone to read what it says.

UPDATE: the Chinese symbol says 'snake'
source: Tobacco and Leather

Inside Chanel's Apartment

Every morning we wake up to NPR, usually getting about 10 seconds of news in between pushes to the snooze button. Today, when we heard the name, "Coco Chanel" we immediately perked up and listened to the story.

The interview was with Odile Babin, a Chanel archivist (How do we get that job?!?), who has a charming French accent we could wake up to everyday. She took listeners on a tour of 31 Rue Cambon, Chanel's apartment. Among the chicest deets:
• Chanel would watch presentations of her new collections from the 5th step of her curved, beige carpeted staircase.
• "Mademoiselle Chanel hated doors," Babin said. "She hoped that by placing them [Chinese screens]in front of the door, her guests might not remember to leave."
• Among Chanel's prized possessions were three elongated octagon-shaped cigarette boxes for her Gitanes, a gift from one her lovers, the Duke of Westminster, that are engraved with the duke's coat of arms. The boxes are silver on the outside and gold on the inside — a luxury hidden from view, said Babin. 
• Chanel never slept at her apartment. Her nights were spent at the Ritz, a five-minute walk away.
• Before she would walk over to 31 Rue Cambon, Chanel would call to alert her staff that she was on her way so they could spritz the apartment with Chanel No. 5.

Read on for a virtual tour of Chanel's apartment and to listen to the broadcast.

Want to experience Paris for yourself? Check out the Coco Chanel tour.

Sex and the City Trailer

Our favorite part of the new Sex and the City sequul trailer? When Carrie says, "Sometimes you just have to get away with the girls!" We couldn't agree more, SJP!

And where do the girls go? In case you missed our earlier posts, Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda are headed to Morocco (though it may be pretending to be Dubai).

We can hardly wait until May 28 to catch the flick!

Enjoy!

Suvi Koponen Tattoos

yes, I'm STILL posting model tattoos.



'Imported' tattooed under her right breast.

'Cat' tattooed on her right hand, stands for Catherine McNeil (This is the latest one)


Three lines on her left wrist
The number '5' in the middle of her back on the left side. It stands for the number of people in her family as well as it being her lucky number.

Sources: tfs, JDvision twitter