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Monday, July 14, 2014

{#MotivationMonday} #GettingGorgeous 2014 With @MyVO5 & @angelodavidhair – Full Event Recap with {#Photos}!

Brand Sponsor List for Getting Gorgeous 2014
Brand Sponsor List for Getting Gorgeous 2014


With this week holding non-stop events and a conference at the end of the week, it got me thinking how between appointments, commitments, events and travel there has been very little 'me' time on my plate. It's been AGES since I got a haircut (my ends will attest to that), and even longer that I have taken some time for a good manicure either.

That's why when an invite hits my inbox for Getting Gorgeous I know it is one annual event that I absolutely, positively will NOT allow myself to miss. No matter how busy my week looks on paper. It's what I call the best parts of a good conference, shrunken into sessions so that everyone will truly get a chance to do more than swap cards with a brand and move along. Getting Gorgeous lets you interact with brands in a laid back way, and even though you are learning, you are also encouraged to stop and take some time to get pampered. This year there were quite a number of ways to do that, A hair touch up, a foot massage or hand massage, a manicure and even a 'scent matching session' with an Astrologist!

Romio Booth Display at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Romio Booth Display at Getting Gorgeous 2014


The first booth I encountered was ROMIO which helps users to find the best services nearest them using local recommendations that you can trust. I haven't had time to personally take this for a test drive, but once I get more caught up I will definitely check it out or even sign up as an expert myself!

Alberto V05 Display at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Alberto V05 Display at Getting Gorgeous 2014


For obvious reasons this booth stopped me in my tracks! The heat and humidity in New York City have my hair acting all nutso, so anything hair related right now certainly gets my attention! Alberto V05 brings back memories of my teenage years as I used to use the Hot Oil treatment frequently! They have re-formulated and we were sent home with samples to try out which I am totally excited about!

Alberto V05 Products on Display at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Alberto V05 Products on Display at Getting Gorgeous 2014


As if a ton of great haircare wasn't enough, the stylists from Angelo David Salon in New York City were offering Hair Touch Ups, and you know I HAD to jump on that! Here is a shot of me 'in progress':

Stylists from Angelo David Salon offer hair touch ups at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Stylists from Angelo David Salon offer hair touch ups at Getting Gorgeous 2014


She wished she had her scissors with her as my hair desperately needs to be cut, my ends are super split and fried ville city! I'm definitely thinking a trip to the salon for more than a touch up is definitely in order! Here is my completed hair below:

Ascending Butterfly gets her hair styled by Angelo David Salon stylist at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Ascending Butterfly gets her hair styled by Angelo David Salon stylist at Getting Gorgeous 2014

I'm definitely all smiles after seeing how great my hair came out! Cute curls and super shiny!

Body Fantasies Signature at Getting Gorgeous 2014, Fragrance Rebel, parfums de coeur
Body Fantasies Signature at Getting Gorgeous 2014

Fragrance Rebel (Home of Parfums de Coeur) offered several of their different brands including Body Fantasies Signature Spray, Bod Man and Designer Imposters!

Bod Man at Getting Gorgeous 2014, Fragrance Rebel, parfums de coeur
Bod Man at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Above: Men weren't left out with Bod Man, and Below you can check out Designer Imposters:

Designer Imposters at Getting Gorgeous 2014, Fragrance Rebel, parfums de coeur
Designer Imposters at Getting Gorgeous 2014


I was super excited to find out they had a match for one my favorite all time summer scents Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue!

Astrologer Diana Brownstone at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Astrologer Diana Brownstone at Getting Gorgeous 2014


For those feeling over-whelmed or a bit indecisive with all the scents to choose from, they even offered us the services of an Astrologer who could help us select a scent based on our particular natal charts, pretty cool right?

Calgon at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Calgon at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Anyone too young to remember the 'Calgon Take Me Away' commercials please note (a) I HATE you, and (b) they're back! (OK so I don't hate you.....) but the display says it all! A long hot bath has always been my favorite way to relax after a hard day, and I am a bit excited to see all these brands from my past making come backs! Relaxation and Aroma Therapy all in one? COUNT ME IN!!! Thanks Calgon!

Vitabath at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Vitabath at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Keeping with the Bath and Body theme, Vitabath was also in attendance and I love that you can also shop them by Gift Set on their website!

Voli Vodka at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Voli Vodka at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Taking you around the room in order, the next stop was a refreshment break with Voli Vodka who offered guests two signature cocktails - The "Volito" and the "Raspberry Goddess", they were both great but Raspberry Goddess was definitely my fave! (But then again anything that helps you embrace your inner Goddess is all good in my book!) Too bad their spokesman "Mr. Worldwide" aka 'Pitbull' wasn't there!

Bali Intimates at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Bali Intimates at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Bali Intimates gave everyone fittings and showed us a wide variety of colors and styles, I can't wait to get my mine in the mail! My cup size has changed (gotten a little smaller) so it was super helpful to get properly fitted as I was buying Bras that were a cup size too large! To get the right look under your clothes, you need the right fit!

Rexist 360 at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Rexist 360 at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Rexist 360 showed us their resistance bands and I can tell you they offer quite a workout! It's never too late to get toned thighs ladies!

Rexist 360 Gift Bags at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Rexist 360 Gift Bags at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Resistance workouts are a great way to get in shape! Best of all, it's like a gym that can easily travel with you! (So no fellow bloggers, conferences can't be an excuse for not working out anymore! LOL)

Summer Infant at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Summer Infant at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Above: You know Ascending Butterfly always follows the butterfly. And they always lead me to something good! Notice how Summer Infant uses a butterfly in their logo too?

Shaved Ice Stand at Summer Infant Booth at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Shaved Ice Stand at Summer Infant Booth at Getting Gorgeous 2014


To help bloggers beat the heat in New York City, Summer Infant had a super cool Shaved Ice stand at their booth! They offered both Cherry Lemongrass and Lemon Basil flavors, I mixed both in one cup and had a super flavorful Shaved Ice!

Pampers at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Pampers at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Pampers was also at Getting Gorgeous!

Christian Dior Nail Polish on display at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Christian Dior Nail Polish on display at Getting Gorgeous 2014


There is always time for a manicure at Getting Gorgeous! And of course I opted for a Red!

Vanity Projects Manicure at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Vanity Projects Manicure at Getting Gorgeous 2014


Vanity Projects was also offering Nail Art, but I had an event that night and wasn't yet sure what I was wearing so I opted for my Manicure sans the Nail Art! Would definitely like to go back to them and try out some fun nail art for the summer!

Passion Roses at Getting Gorgeous 2014
Passion Roses at Getting Gorgeous 2014



































Passion Roses certainly knows how to treat a Lady, as we received a dozen stunning roses on our way out of Getting Gorgeous, what a thoughtful and beautiful way to wrap another great Getting Gorgeous Event in New York City!

My Take:

(My apologies to Stop & Shop I can't find the booth shot I took of them! BTW, did you know they DELIVER?) Getting Gorgeous is always a well-curated and super fun event, it's a reminder to take time for yourself, isn't that what Motivation Monday is all about?

What put the Motivation in your Monday today Butterfly?

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