Ring in 2012 with celeb nutritioni​st Kim Snyder!

It's that time of year again, when everyone is setting their health goals for 2012. But, believe it or not, about 65% of people end up breaking their New Years resolution after the first month. I'm victim to that habit so I want to introduce you guys to celebrity nutritionist and author of The Beauty Detox Solution, Kimberly Snyder.

She knows that getting healthy is all about changing what and how you eat. Boasting celebrity clients like Drew Barrymore, Fergie, Khloe Kardashian, and Hilary Duff, Kim's book has become a must have among A-listers in the know.

And to ring in 2012 the right way, Kim is offering anyone the chance for exclusive access to her expertise. Between January 2nd and 8th, any of my readers who purchase a copy of The Beauty Detox Solution (available through Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble stores) and sends a copy of their receipt to contest@kimberlysnyder.net will be entered to win this A-list treatment.





I will also be giving away a free copy of the book to one lucky reader!  To enter simply:

1. Follow Le Petit Monde on google connect and/or bloglovin and twitter: @alyssamegans
2. Leave a comment with your name, the name/blog you followed Le Petit Monde with, and valid email address

Good luck!

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(Kensie Cardigan [SIMILAR] | Lamb & Flag Chiffon Henley, $48 | James Jeans, $150 | Aldo Boots, $100 | Oscar and Anna Bag, $428)

Alleycat Trade

Introducing Alleycat Trade the exclusive US retailer for cool kid brands from Australia to London, Sweden to France. Designers include Australian Fashion Week alumni Alice McCall and Magdalena Velevska, along with London based jewelry line Jacey Withers. And progressive brands like Sweden's Rodebjer and France's Surface to Air epitomize the AlleyCat Trade kind of cool. Founder and global coolhunter Jo Scapa’s love for travel combined with her eye for emerging designers brings the best in international fashion to the US with her new web boutique, AlleyCat Trade. Scapa’s look is edgy and fashion forward, with touches of femininity, and already has celebrity fans like Whitney Port buzzing about her selections.

On the lookbook:
"When I began to receive my fall goods, certain pieces stood out to me and I knew exactly where I would want my next look book shoot to take place. The pattern of the Ian "Copper Mountain Tank Dress" resembled a place I like to call home, my families' ranch. The colors of the Life With Bird "Glory Box Skirt" reminded me of the sunsets at the ranch, and the Duffy "Boxy Po" colors sweater looked just like one of my families horses, Flo Jo. The entire shoot was cozy, flowy, and beautiful, just like fall fashion should be." - Jo Scapa Founder of Alleycat Trade.

Lookbook images by photographer Christopher Glancy in Calabasas, CA.

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(J.Crew Black Sherling Hoodie | Lamb and Flag U-Neck Graphic Tee, $28 | AG Adriano Goldschmied Knit Jeggings, $148 | Aldo Boots, $100 | Balenciaga Bag)

To create the above look I collaborated with the new retail concept Lamb and Flag. The e-commerce store is a denim driven brand that offers designer updated classic products reflecting an edgy rock n' roll spirit. The brands logo is a "Rebel X", a simple mark inspired by royalty and rebellion with its soul and authenticity coming from the idea that "imperfection is the new perfection".

Named after the venerated English pub, Lamb and Flag, available brands includes A.P.C(my favorite), Nudie, Cheap Monday, RVCA, and many more. Go check them out here.

A Man And A Woman Launch

Le Petit Monde is pleased to announce the launch of the ecommerce platform for A MAN AND A WOMAN, the chic, West Village boutique owned by Erin Crandall, the former head buyer of Shopbop.

As a true neighborhood destination, reflecting the charm of its surroundings and the sophistication of its clientele A Man and a Woman is quintessentially downtown chic. The site launches today, 12/19/2011 with women’s ready-to-wear, shoes, and accessories. Available brands will include ALC, Chris Benz, Helmut Lang, Jenni Kayne, and Nahm.

A MAN AND A WOMAN's inaugural lookbook features gorgeous photography by esteemed photographer Lincoln Pilcher. This curated selection of imagery allows customers web access to Crandall’s in-demand style acumen. I'll be sure to check out my favorite brands ALC, Equipment, and Vince for cozy chunky knit sweaters. Visit them here.

Crystal Head Vodka

(Crystal Head Vodka Shot Glasses, $35 for 6 | My devil charm)

Crystal Head Vodka was founded by Dan Aykroyd a well-known actor, musician, entrepreneur and spiritualist.

Light Headed Passion
Low-calorie (120 calories)

Ingredients:
1 ½ oz. Crystal Head Vodka
2 oz. Pomegranate Juice
2 oz. Cranberry Juice
Top with Soda


Method:

In a tall glass with ice, tilt the glass and pour the Pomegranate juice slowly (to create a layering effect).

Then slowly pour the Cranberry juice, and top it off with Soda water and add the Blueberries. Garnish with fresh blueberries.

Lotus Wei: Flower Alchemy

“Flowers reflect our own inner beauty back to us. They awaken and magnify our special qualities.”

The commitment to this philosophy is what serves as the foundation for flower alchemist Katie Hess and her aromatic elixir collection, Lotus Wei. Based in Arizona, Katie scours wild forests, deserts and gardens, hand-collecting precious, exotic flowers both locally and around the globe. These flowers are fused into a collection of serums, elixirs, and mists which are made to enhance clarity, and imbue a sense of calm and happiness into people’s everyday lives.

Whether misted externally or taken internally (as drops under the tongue or mixed in with water), these natural fragrances and organic skincare products are known to benefit sleep, happiness, motivation, creativity, inspiration, energy, innovation, and self-love. More still, products are sustainably harvested, chemical-free, and stay clear from animal testing.

1. Inner Peace to feel relaxed, calm, confident and comfortable with yourself.
2. Inspired Action to stay motivated, clear and decisive.
3. Joy Juice for more laughter, joy, playfulness and fun.
4. Infinitive Love to enhance and attract love by being kind to yourself.
5. Quiet Mind dissolves tension, quiets the mind and allows you to sleep more soundly.
6. Pure Energy to energize, revitalize and protect others from stress.

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(Chanel Sunglasses | TorregrossaLTD 3-in-1 Bag, $785 | DKNYC Tank Dress, $59 | White House Black Market Tee, $44 | Aldo Almos Boots, $100)

It's no surprise that my favorite color is black. And I'm obsessed with H&M's Trish Summerville Girl With a Dragon Tattoo collection. It's only being released in NY & LA, two places I'm not currrently located. So.. I'm debating whether or not to purchase via ebay or not. What are your thoughts on the collection? Love it or hate it?

New Dior skincare launch in February 2012!

Le Petit Monde pleased to announce Icelandic Glacial Water and their partnership with Christian Dior for the 2012 launch of Diorsnow, a line of skin-whitening beauty products under Parfums Christian Dior infused with Icelandic Glacial™ water.

Diorsnow will be the first line of beauty skincare products from Dior to feature a new formulation exclusively hydrated by Icelandic Glacial™ Water.

Completely devoid of pollution, Icelandic Glacial™ Water is one of the purest waters in the world. Derived from a pristine natural spring, and free from all traces of acidity thanks to its journey through volcanic rocks, Icelandic Glacial™ Water has been deemed by Dior to have optimal biological properties and the power to recreate the best global skin environment, spontaneously improving the transparency of the complexion.

“Icelandic Glacial Water has proven in our labs its power not only to counteract the production of melanin in skin cells, but also to act in favour of all skin transparency features. These results make it the perfect asset to go beyond whitening toward immaculate transparency,” said Edouard Mauvais-Jarvis, Scientific Communication Director for Dior. “It is so effective and so complementary to our core active ingredients that we have decided to replace 100% of the water in our formulas by Icelandic Glacialwater to reach new levels of efficiency and pleasure in the whole Diorsnow range.”

As the world’s first CarbonNeutral® certified bottled spring water for bothproduct and operations, Icelandic Glacial™ delivers water of exceptional purityto consumers with a “net zero” carbon footprint. Icelandic Glacial’s water hails fromIceland’s pristine Ölfus Spring, a naturally replenished catchment zone formedduring a massive volcanic eruption more than 4,500 years ago.

The first Dior skincare products infused with Icelandic Glacial™ water will be officially launching in the first quarter of 2012 throughout the Asian market.

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(TorregrossaLTD 3-In-1 Exotic Bag/Clutch, $750 [Similar] | Mango Motorcycle Leather Jacket | Rodarte Dress, [Similar] | Aldos Almos Ankle Boots, $100)

Le Petit Monde teamed up with Torregrossa Ltd to create the above look. The brand's name, Torregrossa, means "large tower" in Italian. Their focus is to mix exotic skins with leather. Recently Nicky Hilton was spotted with the 3-in-1 bag/clutch!

The Torregrossa collection bridges the gap between high-end designer labels and less expensive, mass produced labels, without neglecting quality and design. Go check them out here!

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