Stylish with Substance

The African Well Fund, a small non-profit raising money to build wells in Africa (you'll never know all the needs around the world, huh?) has an auction going for celebrity-type shwag. They're offering on eBay an audience gift bag from Stacy London's new show, Fashionably Late.

The auction text gives the best rundown of the goodie contents:

Gift bag and assorted items from taping of the first episode of Stacy London's new show - Fashionably Late with Stacy London The show was taped Oct. 15th in NYC and it will air on Nov. 23 on TLC All audience members received the gift bag after the taping. All items with the gift bag are new and unopened. Items: Gal Pal - Garment Deodorant Remover, Hollywood Fashion tape - the stars' secret apparel and body tape, Strap Tamers - bra strap concealers, YogaToes - flexible treat for fabulous feet, Ice Rocks - Spring Water Ice Cubes, Alexis Bittar - 18k Gold-plated moonstone ring (retail value $80), Alexis Bittar - 18k Gold-plated amethyst ring (retail value $80), Shubi 1 piece fully-lined drawstring shoe bag 100% of proceeds benefiting clean water and sanitation projects in Africa!

100% of the proceeds will go to the charity, and I've not added an affiliate link to this post.

Again, Fashionably Late, Stacy London's new talk show (which was only previously previewed [oy the alliteration], and not canceled after one episode as was considered by fans, will air (BLACK) Friday November 23rd at 10 p.m. on TLC.

What a great holiday gift idea for a best gal pal or relative; these are great products and your gift will keep on giving to others in her name! Not only are these products some of the best and most necessary for modern woman and fabulistas, but it goes to a charitable cause for those who need so much less than hiding bra straps and removing deodorant marks from tops! The auction ends on Nov. 18th. Oh and you're bidding against moi, so good luck to all!

All the ladies on your list deserve to be lavished in only the finest of luxuries---but you don't have to pay for expensive spa visits---for you or your friends. Treat yourselves to Bath & Body Works products for the at-home salon treatment.

Bath & Body Works wants you to "be good to your hands" with their products, and we wholeheartedly agree. Your hands do the dirty work, all day long, of lugging shopping bags, pulling out your credit card and fumbling through your fabulous purse---shouldn't your skin be soft and manicure look on par with your designer leather handbag? Even staying at home, your fingers type on the keyboard and dial buttons on your phone! The polish needs to be maintained; the rough patches need to be kept at bay!

And don't forget the footsies! All that trudging through malls will wreak havoc on your soles! You need a Fizzy Foot Soak! And you'll need attractive toesies peeping out from the golden (the color!) sandals or slides you should treat yourself to for those holiday and New Year's parties! You'll need a pumice brush, a buffer, a lotion and a fabu polish color!

Keep in mind, all your girlfriends are dropping just as hard as you, this season, remember them when it comes to spoiling and lavishing! You could make it a party!

There's a cool breeze blowing in, and I even had to turn off my fan. For those of you who don't have a cool front ahead, and all of us the rest of this summer, here's a must-have product. Dr. Scholl's Pedicure Essentials® Cooling Peppermint Foot Lotion. Not only does it soften rough skin and invigorate tired feet, the mint is seriously cooling. The feeling makes toes want to wiggle with glee and the scent is refreshing. Ahhh!

Why Birkenstock?

Birkenstock invented the world's first contoured cork/latex footbed. The shape of the Original Birkenstock Footbed enables body weight to be distributed evenly over the whole foot, providing it with optimal support.

Contoured and flexible cork/latex footbed is designed to encourage your feet into a healthy walking position. In addition, the warmth of your feet causes the cork/latex to gently yield to the shape of your individual foot.

But of course, that doesn't win you over. "Ewwwww, earthy ... footwear, not shoes!"

Well, now Birkenstock has actual stylish, even trendy, shoes. They have all the current rages for sandals.

We have the ...

Metallic Trend

Birkenstock Madrid Metallic Gold Leather Sandal

[This] design tones the foot and calf muscles while improving circulation. This timeless one strap features our famous contoured footbed, fully adjustable strap and shock absorbing EVA sole.

the ...

2005's-signature-style Thong (in metallics)

The super trendy Sparta Double Strap Metallic Thong doesn't have as many foot care benefits, but it has a double top-strap for an easy, adjustable fit, with cork/latex footbed, and shock-absorbing EVA sole. It's polyurethane and cushions feet with every step, providing all day comfort.

and finally ...

Toe-Loop and Fashonista Styling

"Retro Paris" Lined Cancun Toe-Piece Sandal

This little thong has a super comfortable toe piece that minimizes between-the-toes discomfort! Inventive styling allows the straps to hug the sandal to your foot for increased security. It comes in trendy pink and blue with a Paris theme lined footbed, and subdued, sophisticated white.

For the best price, due to free shipping, shop at Zappos.

I've discovered wondrous products for the shoe loving gals. Foot Solutions sets from Silkies. 3 and 6 piece sets consist of ultra important toe covers for backless or narrow shoes that rub toes, and foot tubes that protect in the same way against open-toed shoes. Also in the smaller set is a "footie," much like a ped. These products protect against blisters, while they also wick away moisture and keep shoes in place! Wearing one of these is like wearing a miniature sock ordered-to-fit in just the right place.

They come from the online shop Silkies; which is tailored to suit women's needs and body issues, including a focus on hiding large body parts, and other intimate items. It's a great website that even features a few apparel items and jewelry. The shipping cost is low, and you can stack plenty of items into your cart without an extra fee to ship or package.

If you've got dry, itchy feet that can't be helped by moisturizer, you may have a form of athlete's foot. Don't freak out over that notion, just heal it. Lamisil's Athlete's Foot Cream (for women) cures the itchy, dry, scaly, cracking or burning heels and feet can get. Get this product at your local drug store and you'll be ready for summer's fabulous sandals!