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

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

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

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

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

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

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 (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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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 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

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

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

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 was also at Getting Gorgeous!

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 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 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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Summer is certainly 'in bloom' with @InBloomLingerie - See what's new and enter to win a $50 Gift Card too!

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Many of you know it has been 'love at first wear' ever since I discovered In Bloom by Jonquil, they are best known for their beautiful Bridal lingerie and peignor sets. If you watch the television series Hot in Cleveland, the character Joy Scroggs played by actress Jane Leeves happens to wear In Bloom Pajamas quite often. Her character Joy often wears many of the same in Bloom pieces I own. And my fellow 'truebies' aka fans of HBO television series True Blood will have also seen in Bloom being worn by one of the characters on the show as well!

Television Wardrobe Stylist's have discerning taste, they not only have to get a feel for the character to nail their style, but I'm sure how well the garments actually wear is an important factor on the set as well. I'm more in to Quality than Quantity myself and yes that includes my PJ's, if they are comfortable but don't wear well, what's the point?

For me my in Bloom Pajama sets have been the perfect marriage of form and function, because they have all worn incredibly well, they wash well, I haven't experienced the dreaded pillage on the PJ pants, and they are super comfortable, and many of the loungewear pieces could pass for beach wear and 'outside' wear without anyone even thinking they were PJ's (always a plus in my book).

When I think of PJ's and Loungwear I think of my 'chillax' time and there is nothing better than a good book to go with new PJ's right? Press on the banner below to do just that!

I don't have copies I can offer you yet Butterflies, but In Bloom is more than great PJ's, it's a BOOK too!  (Press on the banner above to purchase it directly at Amazon at a great price!) I'm working with the author to get hard copies of the book available for a giveaway on Ascending Butterfly soon!

Here is a teaser:

My name is Olivia Bloom and I. Am. Free.

I left for LA with everything I owned piled into my old Volkswagen and dreams of becoming a costume designer. Little did I know I’d wind up designing for a lingerie company—yeah, not sure how I landed this gig—and taken under the wing of two young Hollywood insiders. The fashion shows and parties were great, but life really got exciting when the seriously hottest lead singer of my favorite band started to fall for me.
　

How does someone like me, an ordinary girl from Pittsburgh, wind up in the arms of the world’s sexiest rock star—surrounded by celebrities, fashion, and music—and not be eaten alive? Berkeley is everything I've ever dreamed of in a boyfriend, but the paparazzi, the tabloids, the rumors, it's all getting a bit too crazy. My life has become every girl’s dream come true, if only I don’t blink and lose it all…　

I created this cute Polyvore board to showcase the 'Blue Grass Pajama' Set by in Bloom

On a Polyvore roll! This Polyvore board showcases the Blue Grass set from the back (look at the detail on the top with the cute lace racerback!) and I also featured the 'Riviera Tank' in Black which in my opinion you could even wear out over white jeans, such a cute 'right now' tank top!

WIN IT:

One Lucky Butterfly has a shot at a $50 Gift Card to In Bloom. Use the Rafflecopter Widget/Link below to enter. As always our 'main entry' is easy peasy, and once you do the main entry you unlock a ton of fun extra credit entries.

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My Take:

Most often loungewear items are sold individually on in Bloom so I totally appreciated that the Blue Grass Pajama Set is sold as a pair. The Riviera Tank is absolutely gorgeous and it pairs up with all the bottoms perfectly and in my opinion you can totally get away with wearing it out as a top with jeans too. These were all definitely a hit for me!

Hey Butterfly What is YOUR favorite style from In Bloom? (Commenting with your answer to this question gets you extra credit in the giveaway!)

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Want to try @Samsung Products BEFORE you buy? The Samsung Galaxy Studio lets you do just that! #vzwbuzz #techtuesday

Samsung Galaxy Studio SoHo New York City

You don't have to be a Blogger or Digital Influencer with millions of followers to get the Royal Treatment when it comes to tech. You want to try BEFORE you buy? Want to live with that new tech toy and really 'road test' it before shelling out your hard-earned cash? While it's certainly not a new concept, Samsung recently launched a consumer trial program at five United States Galaxy Studio Locations, and I recently got a tour of the New York City Samsung Galaxy Studio in SoHo.

What do you get when you a cross a Verizon Sponsored Soccer Viewing Party with a VIP tour of the 130 Prince Street Galaxy Studio? THIS!:

The Samsung Galaxy Studio in SoHo NYC is located at the cross streets shown above!

It was fun to experience the Samsung Galaxy Studio first hand and get a true feel for what a perspective consumer will experience when checking out a device from this specific location to test.

Nothing beats service with a Smile!

I was very impressed with the layout, it has a nice flow that utilizes various stations to give you a feel for the products and a team that will guide you and help you decide which Samsung product is best for your needs and lifestyle.

Play area at the SoHo Samsung Galaxy Studio

Above: They offer a 'Play' area to keep little ones entertained and utilize areas of the open space to create little nooks if you need a moment to yourself.

Drawing come to life!

Above: It was fun to see tech in action, if you check out the tablet in this shot, it shows a drawing of a train track, then check out how the train moves over the track that was just drawn on the tablet, pretty cool right?

Capturing your child's imagination doesn't always have to be hi-tech!

Above: Who says it's all tech all the time? Everyone needs to stop, unplug and crack open a book sometimes, happy to see the Studio is all about encouraging the little ones to take some time to read a book!

Above: They even encourage your child's (or yours for that matter) inner budding 'artiste' to emerge by enjoying some fun on the chalkboard with color chalk! Fun!

Above: All I know is I can't resist a good mascot photo! Check out this guy in the play area, you know I had to nab a shot.

Left: Yours Truly, Tracy from Ascending Butterfly, Center: Rachel from The Digital Latina and Right: Jessie from The Wired Family!

Above: And apparently I'm not the only blogger who loves Mascot Photo Opps!

Above: The Design Studio Station is where you'll find a calendar of events and info on Samsung Workshops!

Milk Music Station at the SoHo Samsung Galaxy Studio

Above: Samsung announces "The Next Big Thing in Music" 

#TheOfficialTwitterPartyDJ investigates the Milk Music Station at the SoHo Samsung Galaxy Studio

Above: #TheOfficialTwitterPartyDJ yes ME, had to 'hear' for herself of course! Yours truly checking out "Milk Music" an App exclusively available for Samsung Galaxy owners (powered by Slacker) which offers 13M songs, 200+ stations and zero ads for a limited time. I'm using Samsung Headphones and getting an overall Samsung Music Experience with my own tunes (from my Galaxy 3 phone)

I'll share another cool shot of me enjoying the tunes tomorrow for Wordless Wednesday! I haven't downloaded the app yet personally but did enjoy using it while at the Galaxy Studio, once I download and play around with it a bit, I'll come back and share my 'full' take on it.

Is that the word Photo I see on the wall inside the Innovation Lounge? Gotta investigate that!

Above: Just had to check out the "Innovation Lounge" and in there I explored some Butterfly Fun!

Above: I spot a lonely tablet, hmmm perfect spot to draw a butterfly or two right?

Above: Check out where the butterflies I drew actually show up! See them on the right side? I can truly say "Butterfly was here, and now she's gone, she left her butterflies to carry on".... (LOL couldn't resist!)

Above: We all know testing tech products can be a thirsty business right? The folks at the Samsung Galaxy Studio know that to be true and they offer a Cafe Station where you can punch in your order for a beverage and get hydrated! 'Hydration on demand' my friends, makes you feel like you are in the Jetsons! I made mine a Coconut Water!

Left: Romina from MamaXXI blog, Next: Jessie from The Wired Family Center: (in Pink) Rachel from The Digital Latina, Next: Mark from A Geek's Perspective, Far Right: The Afropolitan Mom

Above: After the tour was complete, it was then off to a super secret area of the space to enjoy a Soccer Match Viewing Party hosted by Verizon Wireless!

The Trial Program is currently available at the following locations:

• Dallas-Fort Worth/Frisco, TX: Stonebriar Centre Mall, 2601 Preston Road, Frisco, TX 75034
• Houston/The Woodlands, TX: The Woodlands Mall, 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
• Los Angeles/Conaga Park, CA: Westfield Topanga, 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd, Canoga Park, CA 91303
• New York City: Samsung Galaxy Studio SoHo, 130 Prince Street, NY, NY
• Santa Clara, CA: Westfield Valley Fair, 2855 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95050

My Take:

The Program is free of charge, however to participate you must provide a refundable credit or debit card deposit during the trial period. Customers will receive a full refund once they return the un-damaged device within the 21 day trial period. Open to all U.S. residents who are 18 years of age and older. You must present valid government issued ID and a valid Credit or Debit Card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or American Express only).

I think it's great you get to truly try before you buy and get ample time to put your loaner device to the test!

Which Samsung Device would you borrow Butterflies?

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@TrueBloodHBO + @JoeManganiello Fans come here to commiserate! #TrueBlood #TrueToTheEnd

OK True Blood, first my Tara, now this? I mean aren't there enough new 'peripheral characters' that could have gone first?

I am so glad that I never read the series, so this can keep throwing me for a loop. I guess once it's all said and done I'll have to read the books, but really HBO, Alcide, the best 'man meat' on the show, WHY?????

Let's all have a Howl at the moon tonight in Alcide's honor!

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DO AC Sand Sculpting World Cup Atlantic City 2014 #DOACsand

Follow all the Sand Scupting action using the hashtag #DOACsand via twitter

I hope all my butterflies are having a fantastic Fourth of July holiday weekend! I trust all things 'B' are being enjoyed this weekend, Beach and BBQ - what did you think I meant? LOL (and maybe another good 'B', Beer!)

This post is a continuation of my Atlantic City Sampling Experience via Crowdtap! (Check out the first post HERE) I told you Atlantic City has a ton of things to see and do, it's just as family friendly as it is a place for singles like me, one of the activities on my itinerary was the DO AC Sand Sculpting World Cup in Atlantic City.

I took so many hi-res photos I was afraid to break my server so I created a slideshow of the amazing sand sculptures, I even got to meet a few of the sculptors which was pretty neat!

I used Flickr to create this slideshow, but if the slideshow moves too fast for your taste you can check out each photo individually in two places: Flickr - DO AC Sand Sculpting World Cup 2014 as well as on our Pinterest Travel Board (I may create a unique board for these on Pinterest in addition to throwing them into travel, once I do I will come back and update this post with the direct URL).

Which is your Favorite Sand Sculpture in the Slideshow Butterfly?

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{#WordlessWednesday} Bloody Mary Mussels + Bloody Mary Cocktail using @murphsfamous #foodie #photography

I used Murph's Famous Hot & Spicy Bloody Mary Mix to make BOTH the Mussels and the cocktail.

Bloggers feel free to post your Wordless Wednesday URL as a comment to this post so we can check out your photos as well, no giveaway links please!

Happy Wordless Wednesday Butterflies!

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Whether you chose to #DOAC by day or enjoy #DOACNightlife, you can't go wrong at #AtlanticCity this summer!

#DOACNightlife Bus

I have spent a lot of time the last two weeks visiting one of my favorite places, Atlantic City. Both by night, on an Atlantic City bound Party Bus enjoying the City's Nightlife, and then again by day, exploring great eats, the boardwalk, beach, casinos, pools and more!

And of course when I find something I love I just have to share it!

My visits out there were actually so extensive I am going to split this into multiple posts, and the pictures that didn't make this post you will be able to find on our Pinterest Page on our 'Travel' Pinterest Board. I was trying to make separate boards for each place I visit, but I think it's easier to drop them all in Travel and then just label where each picture was taken!

DJ Nigel Richards keeps tunes & fun flowing on the AC Party Bus!

I boarded the Party Bus above a bit skeptical about how fun Atlantic City Nightlife would be on a Monday night, and I can tell you they don't call it a 'party bus' for nothing my friends, we actually had not one, but three DJ's on board (I would say four technically, but no one knew they had #TheOfficialTwitterPartyDJ on board and I kept that one to myself!), and the 45-foot 'Nightclub-on-Wheels' provided us a curated experience,our own bartender, and a guide to keep the group organized and show us around the city.

Steve kept the Beverages coming! :)

Below: The bus can carry up to 30 passengers and we definitely had a full house and a great atmosphere!

Below: Our first stop was the Hard Rock at Taj Mahal in Atlantic City to have some drinks and a bite to eat!

The picture above was actually taken during my day trip the following week (just thought you'd like to see it from the outside)

Below: Here are some more photos taken at The Hard Rock in Atlantic City:

Above: Couldn't resist getting a shot of this fun neon sign which reads: No Drugs or Nuclear Weapons Allowed Inside

Below: I always like to remind folks, to 'look up', here is the view up above our heads, it reads "Love All Serve All"

Below: Check out the cool guitar above the bar:

Below: Keith Richards Memorabilia at The Hard Rock Atlantic City

Below: Loved the look of the cool stained glass:

We also got to visit the popular night spot Mur Mur at Borgata! But before our group had to depart we had to leave our mark:

I got to return for what was supposed to be an overnight trip, there was a few of us up there and we were assigned to different Casinos, we got Trump Plaza, and I extended my trip and added on a night at Tropicana Hotel and Casino!

On the way to Trump Plaza on the Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Below: View from our room's window:

Below: After getting settled, it was off on a private jitney as a cocktail reception at the Pool awaited us at Golden Nugget Atlantic City:

Above: Trying to re-create the magic of my shot from 2012, not bad right? This is the view when you look up while sitting poolside, pretty sweet right?

Above: Look up! Check out the chandeliers in the lobby while on my way up the escalator!

Above: The H2O Bar, Poolside at Golden Nugget Atlantic City

Above: DO AC welcomes bloggers

Above: Crowdtap welcomes bloggers

Above: The Ascending Butterfly Editorial Team enjoying the View at the Cocktail Reception at Golden Nugget Atlantic City!

Above: I snapped this shot while I was seated, look at the cool reflection in the clouds of this shot (see the people's reflection on the upper right? And a Way to Go to Golden Nugget, that's how clear the glass I was sitting behind actually was!)

My Take:

I had an amazing time on both the DO AC Nightlife Party Bus and my CrowdTap Atlantic City Experience Sampling, so much so that I extended my stay and stayed at Trump Plaza courtesy of CrowdTap, then at Tropicana the next day on my own, there was so much to see and do both by day and by night! I have been visiting Atlantic City pretty much monthly since I turned 21 as there is always something to see and do and it's literally super easy to get there by bus from the City, it has always been one of my favorite 'staycation' destinations and one I always enjoy especially during Summer. If it's been awhile since you've been there, you should definitely check it out, and visit the Do Atlantic City website to check out events and happenings so you can  plan your trip!

There is so much more I got to see and do that I will have to recap this adventure in multiple posts, so consider this an overview, and know there is more to come!

What is your favorite Vacation Spot Butterflies?

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#Sponsored: #PGeveryday is committed to making every day just a little easier + Coupons & Samples from trusted brands!

After 2 weeks of back-to-back Press Trips and a ton of time away from my own bed, my sleep pattern is having trouble re-adjusting to reality. Even if I feel 'bone tired' getting my mind to 'turn off' for the night has been virtually impossible, putting me on the hunt for sleep tips and ideas to get me back on track.

I found a few solid ideas while checking out the P&G everyday™ website! Much like Ascending Butterfly, they are committed to making every day just a little easier and more rewarding, they aim to inspire, support and empower you to unlock the extraordinary potential in your EVERYDAY life.

It's not about that 'one big moment' butterflies, it's making the most of those sweet little day-to-day pleasures! That's what it's all about.

With content and resources from beauty, family, food, health, home and more + product ratings and reviews, this online platform developed by Procter & Gamble is sure to be one you will want to bookmark! I found a great article called "8 Great Ways to Beat Fatigue" that is helping me to get my sleep routine back on track!

My Take:

P&G is definitely a household name for my family and with a plethora of recipes, product reviews, and coupons this site is definitely on my list of bookmarks!

What is your favorite article from the P&G everyday™ website Butterfly?

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