The Dyson Technology Experience: Keep Cool In Style!

I was invited to the Dyson Technology Experience this weekend at the Gold Coast Art Fair in Grant Park. I was not about to miss an opportunity to check out the Air Multiplier™ fans and see if a bladeless fan could truly deliver a nice cool breeze.

Look Ma, No Blades!!!

By Saturday afternoon, the weather had already reached the upper 80s with a steadily rising heat index. The sun was scorching and don’t even get me started on the humidity!

When I got to Grant Park, I could not find the Dyson demonstration quick enough. As I entered the Dyson tent, I was met by a blast of cool air from one of the pedestal fans. I walked around to see the other models and was surprised by how cool it was inside the tent.

As everyone knows, traditional fans do nothing more than blow the hot air around but this was not the case with the Air Multiplier™. It was as if there was a cooling system built within. I spoke with one of the reps who explained how the fans work. The bladeless Air Multiplier™ draws air in through a mixed flow impeller – a combination of the technologies used in turbochargers and jet engines.

Pretty impressive! Everyone inside the tent was excited about the fans. One little girl asked her dad if the fans were magic. Don’t you just love the questions kids ask? Another small child had a curious look on her face as she slowly raised her hand to feel the air. I could tell she wanted to stick her hand in the Air Multiplier™ but was afraid to do so. One of the friendly reps assured her the fan was safe as he stuck his hand inside. She followed his lead and looked completely amazed.

If you have small children or pets the Air Multiplier™ would work well in your home and is so worth the investment.

For the summer of 2011, Dyson is continuing to cement its place as the leading technology company in design and development. I definitely think they are an industry leader. The products are like none on the market. The Dyson Technology Experience is a great way to learn more about Dyson products.

Haute Bag Lady Bag of the Week: Canvas & Leather Totes

Sturdy canvas gets trimmed in cool leather to make the most stylish bags of the season!

Cooperative Canvas Bucket Bag

This week's Haute Bag is the current and so apropos for the season, canvas and leather tote. I saw a few styles on Nikia aka ChiTown Fashionista's blog.

In the early part of spring when I began planning my summer wardrobe, I added a canvas and leather tote to my shopping list. To date I have yet to add one to my bag family. Trust me, that will change sooner rather than later.

I am coveting two by Urban Outfitters (the leather is faux or vegan, if you're a hipster, lol!).


Deena & Ozzy Chain Tote

I love the casual cool of canvas and leather totes. They can work with a variety of looks and judging by the size, they would make great work and travel bags.

Hayden Harnett's Ibiza Flight Tote has always been a personal favorite.


Waxed canvas and saddle leather trim











pictures courtesy of Urban Outfitters and Hayden Harnett

MP3 player Flat Iron by InGlam



As seen on ABC's The View

 An MP3 Player Flat Iron... What will they think of next? I received information about InGlam's clever hair tool yesterday and I just had to share it with you all. How cool is this?

Turn up the heat & listen to today's hottest musical artists as you style your hair with the ONYX Ceramic Digital 1" Hairstyling Iron with built in MP3 player by InGlam. 

Bring Billboard's Hot 100 into your next heat styling experience as you straighten, curl, flip, and wave your hair.

Holding up to 500 songs for a customizable playlist, this music centric iron not only brings hairstyling to life but features advanced ONYX Ceramic Technology for superior salon results. Effortlessly smooth strands and create a brilliant shine with the tool's Ceramic Floating and Beveled Plates which produce Negative Ions and Far Infra Red, sealing in vital moisture and repelling humidity for a static and frizz free style. Plus, the ONYX Ceramic Digital 1" Flat Iron reaches up to 420°F due to an advanced MCH Heating System which provides instant heat up with immediate heat recovery for a tool that finally remains at the constant temperature of your choice.

Product Description:

Built in High Quality MP3 Player plays with or without plug

2GB Memory fits up to 500 songs

ONYX Ceramic plates produce Negative Ions and Far Infra Red to seal in vital moisture and repel humidity for unparalleled shine

Onyx Ceramic Heat helps eliminate static and reduce frizz

MCH Heating elements provide instant heat up with immediate heat recovery to maintain even temperature to 420°F

Squeeze Sensitive Floating Plates grips hair for even control on all hair textures

Anti Slip Grip and Beveled plates help control the hair for endless styling possibilities

9ft Professional Swivel Cord and hang-up hook

1 Year warranty

USB cable included to easily download and customize your music library

Suggested Retail Price: $149.98 via Ulta.com, Ulta Stores, JC Penney Salons and Regis Salons

For additional information on INGLAM, visit http://www.inglam.com/

I'd love to know your thoughts, would you try an MP3 flat iron? Leave your answer in the comments section!!