Skin-tastic

For about the past year or so I’ve searched in vain for a leather jacket that was both classic and affordable. Apparently however, finding such an item is like looking for the Holy Grail— comically futile. That was until I saw Avon’s new GENUINE leather jacket coming out in Campaign 18. The motorcycle-style jacket is an instant staple; the cut is fashion forward but also universally functional. Everyone I know who owns a leather jacket says that they’re "life-staples": pieces of clothing that you can wear forever, and Avon’s new leather jacket is no exception. The dark brown color and tried-and-true fit make this a piece I can wear to every occasion for years to come. And at $109.99, I don’t have to sacrifice paying my bills to afford it. This jacket will be paying for itself the minute you put it on, and given the popularity of leather these days, this is an opportunity not to be missed.
Leather is everywhere this season,, from high-heeled ankle booties, to thigh highs, the texture adds just enough punch to every outfit. But finding well-made boots in genuine suede or leather is almost impossible. Once again, Avon saves the day. Seriously, if fashion had an iron lung, it would be Avon. At $39.99 each, Avon’s new Cushion Walk Must Have Grey Bootie and Suede Over-the-Knee Cushion Walk boots are stylish, affordable ways to have fall’s biggest fashion trend literally at your feet. What’s more, these boots really are made for walking, as they also include Cushion Walk technology to keep your feet comfortable as you pound the pavement. Between Campaign 18’s fabulous leather jacket and the stylish boots, you don’t have to be another victim of fashion, or have bad credit. In fact at Avon, for only $150, you can have it all!

Converting the Interns

So we introduced you to Lauren (below right) in January, she was our intern for the Summer of 2009. But you know what the say about too much of a good thing...so we had to pass Lauren off to another team for this summer. Enter, Anna (below, left), she's our new intern for 2010, and following in Lauren's footsteps she too is fabulous! She also signed on to be a guest blogger! Her wit and style insights are sure to be helpful and fun for you all to read. Anna's first post is below, enjoy!

Convertibles. No, I’m not talking about summer sports cars (although it wouldn’t be too far-fetched to assume Avon’s next foray is into the automotive industry considering we make just about everything else). I’m referring to our new “wear it your way” convertible top and dress! New in campaign 16, the top comes in three classic colors: yellow, blue, and fuchsia and can be worn seven, yes seven, different ways. From halter to v-neck, my new favorite one-shoulder style and strapless, I’m literally and figuratively covered for any occasion this summer. The dress also offers 7 style options in perfect summer red, and with ruching on the sides, it flaunts your curves perfectly (in my sad, curve-less case, it gives me some so I actually don’t look like an eleven-year-old). If after all that you really need another incentive, here it is: the top is only $19.99 and the dress is only $24.99! Nothing kills me more than when I spend money on a piece of clothing only to realize that it’s too fancy to wear during the day, too informal to wear to work or too boring to wear out at night. With these convertibles, I literally have no limitations. Not only do our convertibles offer a range of styles, but they offer a range of attitudes for any venue- during the day, at night, in the office or on the weekends, I don’t have to think twice about what to wear, and better yet, I don’t have to stress about my clothes being “too” anything except too perfect.

These convertibles are the definition of wardrobe staples, and with all of their style possibilities, they’re probably the only thing you need to buy all summer!