Today, guest contributor Katharine L’Heureux, of Kahina Giving Beauty, shares the first time she discovered argan oil…

I first discovered argan oil on a trip through the Moroccan desert in 2007 after my skin care products had been confiscated at the airport on the flight in.  My skin was severely dehydrated after the long flight.  Five days later, after traveling from Casablanca to Fez and down to the Sahara desert, I was desperate. My usually combination skin was so badly dehydrated that my few days in the desert had left my complexion reddened and peeling.  I asked my guide what Moroccan women use on their skin and he told me about argan oil and how it was the only product his grandmother and mother ever used.  Unaccustomed to using a pure oil on my face, I was reluctant to try it, but with no other option, I was taken to the apothecary when I reached Marrakech to buy some oil.  The results on my skin were immediate. Reddening was lessened, sunburn soothed, my skin went from the texture of shoe leather to smooth, supple and moisturized.  I was amazed by the results and decided to look further into argan oil and the “science” behind this age-old ingredient.

I learned that argan oil is extremely rich in antioxidants (protecting the skin from cancer-causing UVA rays), essential fatty acids which moisturize and repair skin post sun, and Vitamin E which boosts UVB protection.

Now, Kahina Giving Beauty Argan Oil (212 872 8720) is a must-have compliment to my sun care regimen for body and face. And I love the radiant glow that it gives my skin.  It would most certainly be the thing I would choose to have with me if I were stranded on a deserted island!

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Katharine L’Heureux began her search for the perfect skin care regimen at the age of 12 while rummaging through her mother’s cluttered bathroom cabinet in San Francisco. Her search ended in 2007 on a journey to Morocco that led to the creation of Kahina Giving Beauty, her certified natural and organic skin care line intended for women like her looking for a simple and effective skin care program without harmful ingredients. A Northern California native and oenophile, Katharine is also a partner in her family’s sustainable vineyard and winery in the Napa Valley, Vine Hill Ranch. Katharine divides her time between homes in Chelsea in New York City and the Hudson Valley with her husband, three children and dog, Kira.

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May is Melanoma Awareness month & we want to help keep you safe. All month long on 5th/58th we’re sharing Safe Sun tips, reviewing the latest in UV blocking skincare, and giving our readers a chance to win Safe Sun beauty products….

Enter our Safe Sun Pinterest Challenge for a chance to win La Mer The SPF 30 UV Protecting Fluid

We’d love to hear from you! Here’s a quick run down on how to participate (but for complete rules, click here):

1. Follow Bergdorf Goodman on Pinterest.

2. Follow our “Safe Sun” pinboard.

3. Create a Safe Sun pinboard of your own and name it #BGSafeSun. Your #BGSafeSun board can contain as many pins as you like, but at least eight pins must include items from our “Safe Sun” board.

4. Every pin on your board must include #BGSafeSun in the description.

5. Submit your collages Monday, May 14 – Sunday, May 20.

6. Start pinning . . . & good luck!

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Today, Guest Beauty Blogger Danielle Gray of The Style and The Beauty Doctor shares her thoughts on Sunday Riley Cashmere SPF 30+…

It’s a total beauty conundrum. You find a moisturizer you absolutely love, one that makes your skin feel supple and taut, one that give you a subtle glow and helps fight the oncoming signs of aging. But then it doesn’t contain any SPF. It’s like hearing a million glass jars fall on a hardwood floor all at the same time.

We know how important sunscreen is in our beauty routines — it’s protection from UVA and UVB rays, and it’s a way of keeping the sun from breaking down the collagen in our skin. We NEED it. This is where Sunday Riley Cashmere SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen comes in. It’s like the quintessential companion to your skincare regimen — it does for skin what milk does for cookies and peanut butter does for jelly. You simply put it on over your regular moisturizer and you’re protected from 97% of the sun’s harmful rays. It’s lightweight, feels like silk, and contains all the right stuff I look for in a sunscreen: it doesn’t make me breakout, doesn’t overwhelm my already oily skin, and it leaves no funny iridescent residue. My only gripe is that I can’t reapply it over my makeup — but for summer days when I go sans foundation, it’s perfect!

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Danielle Gray is a freelance fashion and beauty writer from New York City. The only thing she loves more than the latest beauty trends is telling everyone about it. She also blogs about her obsessions and provides fashion and beauty tips at TheStyleandBeautyDoctor.com

Consuelo Castiglioni’s penchant for bold prints, complementary colors, and masterfully mixed textures has enticed many a Marni fan. The result of the collection’s idiosyncratic combinations
 is a look that’s both truly unique and eminently wearable.  Already a favorite on our Third Floor, Castiglioni’s easy-to-mix looks now are available online.

Presenting Fall colors sparked by an electric colbalt, Marni classic silhouettes nod to iconic youth culture with flashes of neon, eclectic jewelry and graphic sensibility.  Yesterday’s collegiate football games are called upon in color and appeal with buckled loafers, a deeply autumnal palette and a sweater called “M.”  Modernist sportif touches peek through with neoprene accents and sleek, body-hugging silhouettes.  Coats are mannish, playfully juxtaposing textures with embroidery, quilted wool and fur stoles with an insouciant ladylike air.  Furthering the tension between glossy control and heedless indifference is Marni’s clever accessories collections that meld quirky with rockabilly grace: cuffs and brooches mix 1920s deco with wide-eyed childlike wonder.  A printed shopper illustrated by Brian Rea calls upon children’s book illustrations with a more grown-up sarcastic sneer.

So join us online as we celebrate the hotly-anticipated arrival of Marni’s Fall Collection and visit us on Facebook to see the collection up close.

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About Marni:
Fascinated by fashion from an early age, Consuelo Castiglioni moved from her hometown of Lugano, Switzerland, to Milan, Italy, to begin her career as a fashion consultant. It was there that she met her husband and business partner Gianni Castiglioni. In 1994, the Consuelo and Gianni launched Marni (named after Consuelo’s sister), the iconic luxury, eclectic women’s clothing, and accessories collection. Couture finishing and fabrics, wearability, and subtle elegance define Consuelo’s approach in making each of her garments a statement in time. Marni launched its first menswear line in Fall 2007.

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In honor of Denim Week, we’ve asked our denim designers to tell us about their Spring Collections and what style they’re craving.

TEXTILE Elizabeth and James shares their inspiration with 5th/58th

We design Textile Elizabeth and James in and for New York. From the fashion culture to constantly evolving street style, inspiration is endless in this city.

Stop by Bergdorf today to shop our Spring collection and the early release of three new fits from Fall. Ask a denim specialist to introduce you to the OZZY, TYLER, and COOPER jeans. We want to hear from you. Your feedback is incredibly valuable. Try them on and tweet us your thoughts @TextileEandJ. We hope you love the new collection as much as we do.

-Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen

DENIM DEFINED: TEXTILE Elizabeth and James

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Saturday, May 12
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DENIM DEFINED: Hudson Jeans & the Phosphorescent Invasion
DENIM DEFINED: Victoria Beckham’s Power Stretch
DENIM DEFINED: Rag & Bone/Jean’s Mila Short
DENIM DEFINED: Current/Elliot’s Spectrum of Blues
DENIM DEFINED: J Brand’s Employee Favorites
DENIM DEFINED: AG Adriano Goldschmid & the Color of the Season

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About TEXTILE Elizabeth and James:
Three years after redefining the contemporary market with the first Elizabeth and James looks, co-designers Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen launched a new brand, TEXTILE Elizabeth and James. Personal vintage finds inspired this line of pairable and wearable, bettered basics. For cutting-edge fashion that works with your life and your wardrobe, go for TEXTILE Elizabeth and James.

In honor of Denim Week, we’ve asked our denim designers to tell us about their Spring Collections and what style they’re craving.

Sam Ku, Creative Director of AG Jeans shares his color and style of the season with 5th/58th

AG’s Stilt in Highlighter Purple has been an item our customer has fallen in love with this season.

Not only is the color beautiful, but the hand feel is so buttery soft you can’t help but touch your legs all day! The fabric is a sateen weave that is a cotton and modal blend. Modal adds extra softness to the feel and is also a very eco-friendly fiber. The Stilt is a great cigarette leg shape, and women love the 30 inch inseam. Our customers also love the fact that these jeans are Made in USA in our facilities in South Gate, California.

- Sam Ku, Creative Director of AG JEANS

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AG Adriano Golschmied Spring ’12 Campaign 

DENIM DEFINED: AG Adriano Goldschmied

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DENIM DEFINED: Victoria Beckham’s Power Stretch
DENIM DEFINED: Rag & Bone/Jean’s Mila Short
Denim Defined: Current/Elliott
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About AG Adriano Goldschmied: 

With a commitment to quality, design, and state-of-the-art washes, AG Adriano Goldschmied has grown from a small boutique line to a global leader. While each pair offers vintage appeal in a modern silhouette, the AG-ed Vintage Collection represents the brand at its most innovative. Utilizing a revolutionary laundry technique, AG-ed Vintage washes truly mimic vintage jeans that have been worn for years (a 3 to 25-year span is yours for the choosing)

In honor of Denim Week, we’ve asked our denim designers to tell us about their Spring Collections and what style they’re craving.

TEXTILE Elizabeth and James shares their inspiration with 5th/58th

We design Textile Elizabeth and James in and for New York. From the fashion culture to constantly evolving street style, inspiration is endless in this city.

Stop by Bergdorf today to shop our Spring collection and the early release of three new fits from Fall. Ask a denim specialist to introduce you to the OZZY, TYLER, and COOPER jeans. We want to hear from you. Your feedback is incredibly valuable. Try them on and tweet us your thoughts @TextileEandJ. We hope you love the new collection as much as we do.

-Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen

DENIM DEFINED: TEXTILE Elizabeth and James

Join the TEXTILE Elizabeth and James team as they help you find the right fit
Saturday, May 12
5F
212 872 2887

DENIM DEFINED ON PINTEREST
#DENIMDEFINED

DENIM DEFINED: Hudson Jeans & the Phosphorescent Invasion
DENIM DEFINED: Victoria Beckham’s Power Stretch
DENIM DEFINED: Rag & Bone/Jean’s Mila Short
DENIM DEFINED: Current/Elliot’s Spectrum of Blues
DENIM DEFINED: J Brand’s Employee Favorites
DENIM DEFINED: AG Adriano Goldschmid & the Color of the Season

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About TEXTILE Elizabeth and James:
Three years after redefining the contemporary market with the first Elizabeth and James looks, co-designers Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen launched a new brand, TEXTILE Elizabeth and James. Personal vintage finds inspired this line of pairable and wearable, bettered basics. For cutting-edge fashion that works with your life and your wardrobe, go for TEXTILE Elizabeth and James.