Teachers do so much every day and for the most part receive little recognition and comparatively low pay for what they do.  Luckily, there are some people and some outstanding companies who celebrate teachers and help put them in the spotlight.

Foxcroft, the leader in non-iron shirts and classic lifestyle apparel for women, recently recognized the deserving public school teachers of New York City with head-to-toe makeovers in partnership with L’Appartement Prive Salon in Manhattan. Twenty women from P.S. 31 in Brooklyn were transformed into Foxcroft Style Stars this summer.

This is the second year in a row that Foxcroft has produced their Style Stars project. Partnering with P.S. 31 Brooklyn, a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, is the brand’s special way to recognize all teachers for their hard work and devotion to their communities.

L’Appartement Prive Salon, located off the prestigious Fifth Avenue at 57th Street, hosted the ladies for the day where they were treated to hair consultations and styling by celebrity hairstylist, Laurent Dufourg, in additional to a custom wardrobe from Foxcroft.

Janet Zukowski, who has been a teacher at P.S. 31 for over 30 years, said the day was “magical.” She added, “We felt appreciated and were treated royally. I think it was a once in a lifetime kind of event.”

Dufourg, who began his career in Paris at the age of 16, has worked with celebrities including, Gwyneth Paltrow, Johnny Depp, Sophia Loren and Tina Fey. “Working with these ladies is extremely rewarding because they leave the salon feeling like a million dollars. I love it. It is very satisfying,” Dufourg said.

“It was nice to be pampered and recognized for the work that we do in a totally different way,” LouAnn Gallo, who has taught at P.S. 31 for 15 years, said. “It was a really positive experience.”

“We are thrilled to have the women of P.S. 31 Brooklyn participate in our Style Stars project,” says Tom Dietrich, President of The Apparel Group, the parent company of Foxcroft. “This project reflects our ongoing effort to support teachers for their hard work in educating our children.”

About Foxcroft Collection: Foxcroft, owned by The Apparel Group Ltd., is a better-priced women’s apparel collection that is distributed to more than 1,200 retailers throughout the U.S. and Canada, including Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s Von Maur, and Amazon.com. Inspired by signature patterns, vibrant colors and feminine shapes, Foxcroft is designed for the confident woman who enjoys a casual but polished look.

Reader Giveaway: One lucky Jinxy Beauty reader will win their choice of blouse from the Foxcroft Collection. To enter, just visit foxcroftcollection.com, and then complete the entry form below telling us your favorite blouse – the one you want to win!

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This is a Fashionista Event Opportunity, and is hosted by Still Blonde after all these YEARS and Modly Chic.  

Happy Mother’s Day!!  Yes, I know I’m a little early, but the day will soon be here.  I’m lucky to have such an awesome mom, so I was excited about the opportunity to partner up with her to model a dress from Monroe and Main that is just perfect for Mother’s Day, spring weddings, Sunday brunch, or almost any occasion – the Hand Crocheted Jacket and Dress.

The Hand Crocheted Jacket and Dress is surprisingly soft – not like the old school crochet afghans that might be on your Grandma’s couch.  It’s made of ramie and cotton and feels great to the touch and is very comfy to wear.

The dress is fully lined in nylon, which makes it a breeze to wear and the empire waist is flattering on so many different figures.  

We both liked that it has a cute little matching jacket with crochet-covered buttons.  The jacket is  also perfect for adding a little flair to other sundresses or other summer outfits and would even look great with jeans.

We had a great time trying on an modeling our dresses (shout out to my hubby for being the camera man).  But now, you readers can also get in on the fun with a great giveaway!

Reader Giveaway:  One lucky Jinxy Beauty reader will receive a Monroe and Main Mother’s day gift basket valued at $108.  It includes all the items you see above:  Toile Tote, Feather Leopard Scarf (one of Shelley’s faves!), Vanilla Amber Bath Set, Two-Tone Petal Necklace & Earring Set, Round-Crystal Rose Stretch Band Watch.  To enter, just complete the entry form below by 5-04-2014, 11:59 PM EST.  Good luck!

(NOTE:  After you enter our giveaway, check the link at the bottom where you will find 14 other blogs where you can also enter to win a Monroe and Main Mother’s day gift basket.  One will be given away through each site!)
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Whether you missed out on the excitement of NY Fashion Week this spring or if you WERE there and want to relive the experience, we have the book for you! Schiffer Fashion Press (SFP) has released the Spring 2014 edition of its acclaimed SFP LookBook series.

This indispensible volume of runway looks from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week New York is ideal for identifying trends in color, fabric, embellishment, styling, and silhouette. Here are images of more than 3,200 looks from more than 85 of today’s top designers, including Carolina Herrera, Mara Hoffman, Nicole Miller, Noon by Noor, Pamella Roland, Rebecca Minkoff, and more. This exhaustive compilation showcases high-end ready-to-wear, sportswear, menswear, swimwear, resort, and eveningwear presentations, but also offers comprehensive looks at styling trends for hair, beauty, and accessories. The SFP LookBook compiles everything that the Spring 2014 collections have to offer in one volume of high-quality images–it is a must have for designers, trend spotters, students, stylists, buyers, and fashion enthusiasts everywhere.

This huge book is overflowing with photos from designers recreating NY Fashion Week on the pages in your hands (or maybe sitting on your desk because it is a heavy book!) With multiple photos on each page it is easy to have an overview of each collection and compare and contrast the looks. It’s a great source of inspiration for any fashionista who wants to stay on top of the trends!

Reader Giveaway:  One lucky Jinxy Beauty reader will win their own copy of The SFP LookBook: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Spring 2014 Collections. To enter, just fill out the entry form by 11:59pm ET on 5/9/14.  Good luck!

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