My New Love: Rebecca Minkoff Nikki Hobo

We all have our passions. And one of mine? Rebecca Minkoff. I think it's fairly obvious that I'm in love with anything and everything Rebecca Minkoff, seeing as I've got nine (yes, nine) of her bags and multiple cuffs. But my latest love? It's the Rebecca Minkoff Nikki Hobo.

I'd been lusting after this bag for quite some time -- at least three years -- and, finally, it went on sale in my dream color! I snagged it in lavender (above) back in December, and I've been carrying it nonstop ever since. I love the minimal hardware and fun O-ring details, and the dogclip details on the sides are such a cool touch.

This hobo is big enough that it even fits up to a 15-inch laptop! But although I can fit my computer, Kindle, gym clothes, an extra pair of heels and my wallet in there on a daily basis, it still doesn't feel bulky or oversized. It's the perfect bag for everyday use or for travel, and it's guaranteed to get you compliments on the street!

Plus, it's one of Rebecca Minkoff's standby silhouettes, so it's always available in new colors. (Lavender is no longer available on Rebecca Minkoff's website, though it's currently available in other colors for $495 here.) Trust me -- this bag is worth it!

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Triple the Fun: Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask

I have a confession to make. I don't deep condition my hair as much as I should. As a result, it's often lackluster, dry and brittle -- and, the worse it gets, the more I know I should be deep conditioning it and the more I just don't. It's a vicious cycle. Enter Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask.

Oh, how my locks were begging for this mask to be slathered all over them the last time I washed my hair. I couldn't even think of the last time I deep conditioned or got a hair treatment at a salon, so they were in pretty dire straits! On the mask went, and there it sat for about five minutes, working its magic.

The formula is rich and thick but not greasy or heavy, which I love. Olive, meadowfoam seed and sweet almond extracts work to moisturize, penetrate and wrap every strand in intense moisture (hence the "Triple Moisture" part of the name).

Immediately after rinsing, my tresses felt smooth, conditioned and moisturized. But I've had that happen with deep conditioners before, only to discover my hair looked just as fried once I blowdried it. Not so with this Neutrogena mask. After I blew my hair out -- and before I even took a flat iron to it -- my strands looked healthy and felt unbelievably soft and lush. And once I flat ironed? Well, all bets were off, because MY. HAIR. LOOKED. INCREDIBLE.

And best of all? This mask is only necessary once a week, which even I can manage!

Neutrogena Triple Moisture Deep Recovery Hair Mask retails for $5.99 at drugstore.com.

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My Coworker's Mani of the Week: Essie Chinchilly

My coworker Melissa is sporting one of my very favorite colors this week, Essie Chinchilly. I love that it's part grey, part lavender -- what a gorgeous color for winter, right?

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Mani of the Week: Nails Inc. Whitehall Magnetic Polish

Oh, how I love Nails Inc. Magnetic Polish. Seriously, not only are the colors amazing, but what a cool and easy way to do a little nail art! This week I went for Nails Inc. Whitehall Magnetic Polish, a gorgeous rich hunter green that turns a beautiful mix of black and teal once the magnet is applied.

I did realize, once I brought this bottle home from Sephora, that it was without the magnetic top -- but, luckily, I had another bottle that I could use!

If you're looking for a way to get your nails noticed, this is most definitely it. Really, paint your nails with any of the Nails Inc. Magnetic Polishes and see how many compliments you get in a week!

What's on your nails this week? Let me know in the comments!

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Seeing Red in a Major Way: DKNY Marcey Strappy Pump

Have you ever come across something that instantly screamed, "BUY ME!" -- and you didn't do it? Maybe you were lacking funds, maybe you had just bought your 700th pair of shoes and didn't need that 701st pair. But whatever the reason, you kept looking at the item over ... and over ... and over ... and, okay, you get the point. Well, such was the case for me with the DKNY Marcey Strappy Pump.

I first noticed this beauty back in October while browsing Net-A-Porter's new arrivals. I was immediately drawn to the lipstick red suede, the cage silhouette, the flattering pencil heel ... but, I cautioned myself against buying them, since I already had red strappy heels. Completely different ones, mind you, but I just couldn't stomach the $255 price tag.

Then, of course, came the wanting. The days of weeks of yearning, of going back to Net-A-Porter again and again, seeing them still available in my size, and STILL not buying them.

Until a few weeks ago, that is. Lo and behold, I discovered them on DKNY's website -- ON SALE. I snagged them immediately for only $125 (currently, they're at $178.49, which I still think is a steal).

I've been wearing them to death since they arrived last week and I've never been happier. So, the moral of the story? If you continue to covet an item for more than two months, just buy it. You'll be unbelievably happy with the result!

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