From the monthly archives:

October 2010

Get in Line

October 28, 2010

When it comes to eye makeup, HCG loves a sharp, jet black eyeliner on the top lid. We’ve been frequently disappointed when our eyeliner fails to stay put and, only hours after application, causes us to look like we applied it the morning after a night of binge drinking in a poorly-lit public bathroom on [...]

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The Art of Racing in the Rain

October 27, 2010

October’s book club selection was FANTASTIC. Christa chose The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein, and our group could not say enough good things about this pick. A synopsis courtesy of GoodReads:
Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: a philosopher with a nearly human soul (and an obsession with [...]

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Don’t Hate the Playa

October 15, 2010

Watch out Lululemon: there’s a new game in town.
Much to HCG’s delight, Gap has revamped its underwhelming workout apparel line with a variety of tops, shorts, pants and even headbands that will make any gym rat squeal with glee. The line, gently renamed Gap Body Fit, is finally what all workout-crazed women have been longing [...]

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Don’t Fear Sheer

October 13, 2010

HCG loves sheer blouses for many reasons, but what we love most is the light, floaty look achieved by wearing a great sheer blouse. We’re always drawn to shirts with fuller sleeves, but certain knit tops with generously-cut sleeves often feel too heavy. A sheer blouse is the perfect piece to create an ensemble that [...]

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Mulberry for Target

October 8, 2010

If you didn’t care enough to buy Mulberry for Target on Gilt back in August – or if you didn’t click fast enough (apparently the bags sold out on Gilt in a matter of minutes) – now is your chance to snag a Mulberry x Target bag when the collection launches nationwide this Sunday, October [...]

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The Case for $200 Eye Cream

October 5, 2010

Yes, it’s ridiculous, but HCG is a proponent of $200 eye cream.
Like many women in their late 20s, we have a lingering fear of prematurely aging. Part of this fear may be innate, but we’re pretty sure most of it is due to the constant barrage of anti-aging products and advertising young women encounter every [...]

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