You WANT to be noticed, right?

In that case… let me advise you. Being born backstage, gave me, THE all-knowing Takahatchi, an all-access pass for life. Don’t fret my dears, for I will guide you on your path… Just make sure you’re wearing comfortable, yet fashionable shoes, such as these darling Adidas by Stella McCartney.

My trip to Greece was very successful! The magnificent bride looked absolutely divine, (with my help of course). Her wedding theme was based on “Old-world glamour and luxury.” And with that simplicity in mind, the only makeup I needed to apply on her flawless face consisted of: a little bit of gloss, a light foundation, Glamour Eyes by Sugar Cosmetics, and Lola Loves Lashes classic cake mascara to her already dreamy eyes, which I made dreamier.

Trust me, you don’t have to be named Lola to get whatever you want.

But it would help if you were named Takahatchi. *Wink*

And as for my assistant, she greeted me with open arms and The Beatles, as she picked me up from the airport, which made it harder to guilt trip her about her absence.

“All You Need Is Love.” Very true. All you need on the path to love, an amazing black mascara.

Not ALL Islands Are Created EquaL.

So I decided to grace the Cyclades Islands with my presence. Well actually, I was flown to Mykonos to beautify a beautiful young lady, a devoted client of mine, in preparation for her Mediterranean wedding.

I am thrilled to be in Greece. Too bad my assistant decided not to come! Hmmmpphh! She wants to spend every moment with this new man in her life, whom I STILL haven’t met and given the Takahatchi seal of approval. Who in their right mind would pass up overtime pay and a FREE opportunity to accompany their amazing boss while indulging in the breathtaking sights and plate breaking sounds of this exotic destination? Her loss.

I guess that’s what true love does. I understand. Because that’s exactly how I feel about my Korres Ultimate Men’s Tool Kit. With roots in the oldest homeopathic pharmacy in Athens, Greece, Korres Natural Products’ approach to skincare is “based on the guiding principles of Homeopathy, and draws on natural ingredients blended with science for gentle, skin-friendly methods and true results.”

I thank Korres, for treating my body ever so kindly. And I thank Ouzo, for allowing me to forgive my love-struck Lotus Blossom. OPAHHHHHHH!!!!!!

Is it February yet?

Because love is in the air. And I’m not referring to Cleo and Kip. I couldn’t care less. Wait, let me rephrase that, before I stir up conflict… which is not the way The Takahatchi likes to stir. I couldn’t care more, because I’m already dealing with my assistant’s throbbing heart (cue the romantic music).

It all started Friday morning when I asked my darling Lotus Blossom to accompany me to dinner with a client, and she declined the invitation (very unlikely of her). Her reason being… she needed to prepare an outfit for a date! Really!?!

This news was a bit shocking, yet intriguing. And Intrigue is one of my middle names.

Being the brilliant, thoughtful and exquisite man that I am, I decided it would be fun to role play as Henry Higgins and make her my Eliza Doolittle. And so I did.

I rescheduled my dinner, invited her to my humble abode, prepared a gourmet feast with my Paella Kit, and got to work on www.VivaSwag.com.

We decided that the Adrianna Papell Floral Silk Halter Dress, Gordon’s Jewelers Hello Kitty Garnet Heart Pendant, Marc Jacobs Posh Turnlock Solid Flap Clutch, and the L.A.M.B. Tansy Pump would be the PERFECT outfit.

Thanks to the lovely picks of Farrah, Cleo, Meadow, Fredrica, and myself… and the joys of overnight shipping, my darling Eliza was all set to meet her suitor….

To be happily continued…

“What do I wear in bed?…

…Why, Chanel No. 5, of course.”~M.M.

The symbol of eternal femininity? Why, Marilyn Monroe, or course! Marilyn Monroe passed away on August 5, 1962, exactly 47 years ago today, but the interest in her life and her story will continue in popular culture and in feminist studies for years to come. She was the definition of Hollywood glamour, for she enamored the world with her bewitching beauty, voluptuous curves, and rosy red pout.

Besides the fact that she died from an overdose of barbiturates, I wonder if all the lead in her red lipstick could have caused her demise as well.

Hazardous cosmetics lurk around every corner! And it is I, Takahatchi, who will try to educate you and you and YOU… about what products to avoid… and what products to indulge in!… (Found at the ever so helpful www.VivaSwag.com

Take my advice and INDULGE in NVEY!!! NVEY ECO prides itself as being one of the first totally organic cosmetic brands in the U.S. market. Only the purest and most gentle plant, mineral, and antioxidant ingredients, such as Chamomile, Jojoba Oil, and Vitamin E are used in NVEY ECO’s makeup products. Best of all, NO LEAD!

And in conclusion, I quote The Lovely Marilyn once again, “It stirs up envy, fame does. People feel fame gives them some kind of privilege to walk up to you and say anything to you - and it won’t hurt your feelings - like it’s happening to your clothing.”

Hmmmmmmmmm…………………………