RI Beauty Expert: Summer Espadrilles
Donna Macdonald, GoLocalProv Beauty Expert
RI Beauty Expert: Summer Espadrilles
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Nothing’s cuter with capris than a simple pair of flat espadrilles. The rubber covering the rope bottoms make them a great choice for pier-sitting and boating. They are also terrific for ease when running about town doing Saturday errands and are far less slippery than flip flops for sudden afternoon rain showers. Look for small floral prints to add sweetness to your shorts or white jeans. Faded nautical stripes look fabulous for laid-back style at the shore and beach and are kick-off friendly in the sand. And don’t discount the flat espadrille with summer shifts or t-shirt dresses. If you self-tanned your legs these past few weeks, you’ll love the easy carefree look.
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For the office, a sophisticated wedge espadrille says you’ve elegantly embraced balmy weather. Even with lightweight suits and tailored dresses, this casual shoe is chicly appropriate for 9 to 5. Choose Maryjane straps, ankle ties, or even lace-ups – all features that highlight an alluring tanned ankle. Feet can even handle the higher wedge espadrilles because of the extra-solid built-in heel support. If you normally limit yourself to two-inchers, you’ll be delighted with the legs-to-there look you’ll get with the taller wedge espadrille.
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For bohemian flair, choose The Mia Girl Wedge in cognac for a rich neutral that will see you through to fall. Shoe Dept. Encore, Emerald Square Mall, North Attleboro
Donna Macdonald is a freelance writer who covers topics of interest to women, especially in the fragrance, style, and beauty arena. She wrote marketing material for a women's book that hit the New York Times Bestseller list and netted her an up close and personal discussion on the Oprah Winfrey Show. Donna's current projects include a style/beauty book for women of a certain age and maintaining the global readership on her personal blog.
10 Beauty Salons in RI for Your Weekend Prep
Retail Therapy Beauty Bar
1276 Bald Hill Rd., Warwick, RI
This salon offers manicure and pedicure deals paired with chardonnay, champagne and cocktails!
Beauty Lounge at Magnolia
1375 Park Ave., Cranston, RI
Get a luxurious facial before you go out on the town at Magnolia's Beauty Lounge. They offer a variety of treatments including an anti-aging lactic acid peel followed by a multivitamin recovery masque that will help you put your best face forward.
Photo: Beauty Lounge at Magnolia
Studio B
48 Hillside Rd., Cranston, RI
Located in Garden City, Studio B houses it's very own beauty boutique! After you get your makeup applied you can actually purchase the products.
Photo: Studio B
KY Michaels Salon
442 Wickenden St., Providence, RI
KY Michaels is known for providing the "Best Haircuts" around for men and women.
Photo: KY Michaels Salon
La La Luxe
139 Elmgrove Ave., Providence, RI
La La Luxe Salon offers special conditioning treatments to tame any difficult hair type: brittle/dry/fragile hair, rebellious to curly hair, and lifeless or dull hair can all be remedied in time for the weekend.
Tiffany's Salon and Spa
21 West St., Barrington, RI
Feeling tense after a long work week? Relax with a hot stone massage or Reiki at Tiffany's. They also offer massage packages so you can feel refreshed every weekend!
The W Salon
713 Westminster St., Providence, RI
The W Salon has a Brazilian Blowout treatment that will smooth and tame your rogue hair. Their staff is also Deva certified to properly cut your curly locks.
Moss Salon
114 North Main St., Providence, RI, 02903
Moss Salon is one of the only salons around that offers neo-extensions: a hair technique that uses no glue or clips to seamlessly give you longer locks and change your look.
Photo: Moss Salon
Flipp Salon Apothecary
38 Transit St., Providence, RI
Flipp provides services using natural, plant-based products, and offer custom-brewed teas you can sip as you relax and enjoy their beauty treatments.
Photo: Flipp Salon Apothecary
Coiffurium Salon
800 Hope St., Providence, RI
Coiffurium has specialty facials for any skin ailment: acne, anti-aging, and even rosacea. They also have Swedish and deep tissue massages to help you begin the weekend feeling invigorated.
