Shop Talk

Spunky Danielle Trotta of Seaford is Newsday’s “Project Prom” girl this year. The 17-year-old junior,  who attends Seaford High School and is a varsity softball player, is also enrolled in the GC-Tech program in Levittown for cosmetology.

Her mom, Kathy, nominated her. “Danielle has been the 'mayor' of Seaford ever since she was a little girl,” she wrote. “She is in Key Club, Best Buddies,...

When it comes to spring cleaning, you're eager to freshen up the house and declutter your closets, but what about that dirty secret in your bathroom? (Relax! We're talking about your makeup bag.)

Your makeup brushes touch your face every single day, but if you're like most women, the last time you cleaned them was, well, you can't remember.

Long Island-based celebrity makeup artist Virginia...

When the weather is confusing, the sales can be too. This week, I found items on sale that you'll want to wear immediately and some you'll likely store until next year.

1. Kenneth Cole Shirtdress Was: $138.00 Now: $54.97 You save: $83.03

Why buy? This is a really fun take on the traditional shirtdress. A zipper in front rather than buttons makes this infinitely more hip and the elastic...

Beyoncé’s hotly anticipated The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour is sure to thrill fans with defying dance moves and sensational singing. But it is the custom-made Stuart Weitzman shoes that will catch fashion lovers' eyes as she struts on stage.

The famed shoe designer will be whipping up everything from stiletto pumps adorned with Swarovski crystals to laced-up combat boots.

“Creating footwear...

Today is Tax Day, and Americans across the nation are rushing to file their taxes by midnight. Whether you're expecting a nice hefty refund or are begrudgingly writing a check, these great savings should make you smile. After all, what's better than a little retail therapy?

NEIMAN MARCUS.  Save an additional 25 percent off on already-reduced sale merchandise. Goods range from glittery...

  Through April 28 Stop by any Saks Fifth Avenue cosmetics counter in Huntington for tips on cleansing your face according to skin type; receive a terry cloth headband with a purchase of cleanser, toner or exfoliator (one gift per customer, while supplies last); 631-350-1261 April 18 Bloomingdale's Roosevelt Field offers styling advice for the plus-sized woman, noon-5 p.m.,...

April 9-10 View the Brunello Cucinelli women's fall trunk show, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at Marshs, 270 Main St., Huntington; 631-423-1660. April 9-11 Oscar de la Renta Childrenswear is hosting a trunk show featuring the new Fall 2013 collection for girls and boys ages 12 months to 14 years, plus resort fashion jewelry for mom, Tues. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Weds. 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m....

UPDATE: The votes are in, and East Rockaway High School, the only finalist from Long Island, is the winner. The students, who are still unable to re-enter their high school building after superstorm Sandy hit with $10 million worth of damage, will be awarded a dream prom designed by David Tutera complete with complementary dresses, tuxedos, beauty services, a celebrity guest and more.

"One...

You already shop at H&M for affordable basics like tanks, blazers, jeans and sundresses, but now the party's really getting started.

The retailer launched the Conscious Exclusive eveningwear collection Thursday, an extension of the Conscious collection, a mildly higher-priced line made of sustainable materials.

The new collection includes red carpet-ready options for the ladies,...

Here on Long Island we love our hometown boy Michael Kors, but we're not the only ones.

Kors has gathered a whopping 5 million Facebook fans, and the Merrick-bred designer is celebrating with one of spring's must-have trends — a bold new pair of sneakers.

Fresh prints and wedges have transformed sneakers from sporty to fashion-forward this season, with Kors on the forefront (he released...