Sneak Peak at Gilt's Sunglass Sale--Starts at Noon Tuesday

Here's your chance to get a new pair of shades, without having to break the $300 barrier--or get anywhere near it, for that matter. These sunglasses all go on sale Tuesday at noon EST on Gilt.com. Need an invite? Click here for one for JSG readers.

These Robert Marc Glamour Wrapped Ellipticals are on sale from $465 to $138:

Oliver Peoples Sofiane's are marked down from $390 to $128 (JSG Note: We heart our pink Tom Ford's. The color is flattering on all skin types and hair colors.):

Morgenthal Frederic's that retail for are $385 are $98

Happy Shopping!

Bobbi Brown 25% Discount On Line

Here's a great offer from Bobbi Brown if you need to refill your lip gloss stash, refresh your mascara or find some fresh bright colors for spring. Free shipping also on orders over $60. The 25% discount is automatically applied at checkout. Happy shopping!

A Peek Inside All About the Pretty's Carry On

You can't beat the advice that the beautiful Julia Coney gives on her blog All About the Pretty. We got to know her well on our cruise last fall and count her as a good friend and great resource. Julia loves to travel as much as we do, most recently to places like Spain, the Caribbean, Mexico and Greece. We can't wait to see what this honorary JSG has in her carry on!

I just bought a brand new carry on because I needed something a little more stylish. This is the Stella McCartney for LeSportsac Carryall. It’s a big bag that holds all my essentials. It’s so fabulous that I’m thinking of buying the pull 22 inch carry-on.

In my carry-on I always travel with the following:

• Large cashmere blanket. I tried for years to use those small shawls that you wrap around your neck, but I'm always cold on a plane so I invested in a really nice thick cashmere blanket.


• Slippers. I take my shoes off as soon as everyone is seated in my row.


• iPod.


• Laptop.


• Cash (for wine on the plane). I'm not a great flyer, I need assistance.


• Makeup bag.


• Bottle of water.


• Travel wallet with itinerary, information, passport etc.


• Clutch purse.


• 3-4 magazines.


• The new Kindle 2 from Amazon - love that thing.



• Clear quart-size container containing all travel size products: Caudalie Beauty Elixir, Bobbi Vitamin Enriched Face Base, eye drops, contact solution, Jurlique Hand Cream, Sally Hansen Cuticle Moisturizer, Solar Cuticle Balm, toothbrush & toothpaste, EO Products hand Sanitizer Spray and Wipes, Murad Soothing Skin & Lip Therapy, Crème de la Mer Gel, Molton Brown Relaxed Traveler Pulse Point Balm, Clinique Super Balm, NARS Multiple stick. (I don’t ever wear makeup on a plane, I put it on before I land).


• Lunch and snacks. If I have a connecting flight I always pack a sandwich, olives, cheese (sliced), nuts, and good dark chocolate. I do not eat airline food.

On Our Radar: Mexico

Anne gave her case for heading to West Hollywood last week and now it's my turn to pitch Mexico. We'd like to do both, of course that's not really practical. Mexico may seem like an odd choice with the troubles they're having with violence; but the resort areas are safe and the hotels are offering great deals since tourism there is waning. Mostly, I need a hot spot to park myself for a few days with a good beach, fresh guacamole and margaritas. This winter has been particularly long and cold.


From the east coast, I'm looking at Cancun because it's a short and direct 3 1/2 hour flight. My go-to choice is the Ritz-Carlton Cancun (pictured above). It's close to the airport and offers everything I need for a few days in the sun including a luxurious spa, yoga (okay so we never get up in time for the sunrise yoga), and even classes and tequila tastings in their Culinary Center.


I'm also looking at the secluded Tides Riviera Maya which is a short drive from Cancun and just outside of Playa del Carmen. It sits on a quiet beach and stretches into the tropical rain forest. This one is definitely off the beaten path and away from the hoards in Cancun. Chances are you won't see crowds until you're back at customs on the way home. There are only 31 villas on the property, many of which must be honeymooners. I'd choose this for a Sex in the City style get-a-way with a few of my girlfriends.

Free Travel Guide

Back when we were a lowly editorial assistant, we used to joke that, "Free is our favorite color," meaning that we would take whatever swag came in, because we were so broke, we were grateful for anything. Now that we're older and wiser, we realize that many times you get what you pay for.

The free (until April 5) downloadable book, Travel Happy, Budget Low, falls somewhere in between. The info in it is pretty basic (Colorful suitcases are easier to spot on the baggage carousel; travel with a travel pillow), it's still pretty handy to have all this info in one place, especially if you haven't traveled overseas in a while. And hey, it's free! To download the travel guide, check out the Create Your World Website.