Contestants from The Bachelor and The Bachelorette take clothes off their backs for Charity!

The original Bachelorette Trista Sutter, The Bachelor’s Molly Mesnick and

eDrop-Off’s Corri McFadden auction off items for charity 

Trista Sutter (The Bachelorette) and Molly Mesnick (The Bachelor) are leading the pack of over 25 past contestants from the infamous shows to donate items worn during rose ceremonies, first dates and reunions. They have teamed up with luxury consignment service, eDrop-Off, to auction off the items beginning August 5^th and ending on August 12^th with 100% of the proceeds being donated to the Red Cross. They will also help host a “finale” event with eDrop-Off founder, Corri McFadden on August 11^th in Chicago. 

{Bid on one of Trista's dress now, bids start at $24.99!}

The various items include Trista Sutter’s rose ceremony dress (with Ryan), Molly Mesnick’s first rose ceremony dress (meeting Jason), Emily Maynard’s ceremony dress, Sarah Brice’s last rose ceremony dress (proposal to Charlie) and Ed Swiderski infamous green shorts. 

{Previously loved by Molly}
bid now here

Other participants include Ryan Sutter, Michelle Money, Nikki Kaapke, Graham Bunn, Jeremy Anderson, Jenn Waterman (Schefft), Shannon Oliver Robinson, Jason Mesnick, Peyton Wright, Chris Lamdton and Shawntel Newton, among others. 

About eDrop-Off

eDrop-Off is a Chicago based company that provides luxury consignment services to style savvy men and women. Specializing in reselling authentic designer clothing, handbags, shoes, jewelry, and accessories since 2004, eDrop Off has recycled nearly 200,000 lbs. of clothing for over 1,500 consignors across the country.  Through an extensive knowledge of the luxury marketplace and impeccable customer service, eDrop-Off has earned a reputable power seller status on online, with over 150,000 successful transactions.   

www.shopedropoff.com 

We are so happy to spread the word and help Trista & Molly get the word out! 

So head over now to get your shop on! 

 Don't forget to show your support by following them on Twitter! 

Tweet @RedCross and @ShopeDropOff now. 

Chatting with Emily Loftiss!

By: Tiffany Olson

I recently had the opportunity to chat with TV host, image consultant, dancer & model, Emily Loftiss!!!

Emily has been everything from an MTV MADE Coach, to a Radio City Rockette. She's worked as a TV Host for NBC, MTV, Time Warner and New York Fashion Week. She's traveled the country doing an array of Broadway shows, received national recognition for her choreography and currently models for L'Oreal Professionals.

I just had to get all the scoop on all the fun things she is doing! Read on to hear about her exciting new projects that you will not want to miss out on!

1. Emily, it seems you can just do it all!! Hosting, modeling, dancing... What is your favorite hat to wear?

It honestly changes daily. It truly depends on what I'm doing at the moment. If I am in the middle of Fashion week I think, "This is it! I love nothing more than to interview celebs, designers, and models!" But then a week later I'm performing on stage in front of an audience and I think, "no this is really where my heart is." I love that in the Entertainment World you can juggle a million businesses. I wouldn't change my Hosting/Emcee/fashion -beauty blog/dance teacher/pageant consultant/dancer/ model life for anything! I'm never bored!

2. Recently we saw you as a coach on MTV's Made! What did you think of the experience?

What a crazy 4 weeks that was. You have to remember the camera was rolling ever single second of ever single day. There were over 40 hours of footage crammed into a 1 hour show. There were MANY fights and make-ups that didn't make it into production. I'm happy to say that Kenzie and I are still in touch and she honestly turned over a new leaf. I love it that she'll text me "I got a new skirt and jewelry today at the mall! I'll send you a pic!" She wants me to be proud of her, and I truly am on her huge transformation.

3. You've interviewed a lot of celebrities, and met some really cool people. Who was the most interesting and memorable? Give us all the juicy details!!

Hmmmm let's see. Christina Ricci is THE cutest most down to earth girl on the planet. I swear James Franco was on drugs when I interviewed him! Mel B from Spice Girls has NO filter and will say anything that comes to her mind. She has a mouth like a sailor! Tim Gunn is one of my idols and is completely sincere and genuine. He just kept hugging me the whole interview! Christian Siriano, designer, came to below my shoulder. He is tiny. Kristin Chenowith really is that darling. It's crazy when your friends become stars-I've known Mathew Morrison from Glee for 8 years. Lord we always cut up and act a fool when he's around. Christina Perri, who's hit song Jar of Heart is everywhere- I stayed at her house last year and drove her car when she was out of town. She's the absolute best! Heart of an angel.

4. We LOVE your new site Loftiss Closet!!! I am always stalking out all the amazing clothes and accessories! How did you get the idea for this?

I really try to clean out my closet every 6 months. Well that time rolled around again and I had SOOO many clothes that were already featured on my Hosting Reel or seen on tv with MADE. I just needed to start over. Instead of taking them to a local consignment store a friend suggested I sell them on my blog Loftiss Says. In 2 weeks I sold around $1200 and got rid of so many things. Suddenly ALLLL my friends wanted in. I created Loftiss Closet because it's the perfect place to pick up fabulous designer clothes at a ridciously discounted price. It's less intimating then Ebay and I ensure you are completely happy with your purchase. I haven't had one complaint yet! My best clients are the Southern folks (ps I'm from South GA). I think it's because they want a amazing piece of New York. It's a win win for everyone!!!!!

5. What could we find in your makeup bag?

Here are some of my favorite things:

*Bobbi Brown blush in Nectar- perfect summer color

*Nuxe Dry Oil- makes your skin look perfectly dewy and doesn't break you out

*Ron King -liquid eyeliner I picked up in Austin, TX. I'll cry when I run out!

*Georgie Beauty false eyelashes- huge believer in fake lashes and rocking them all alot! And these are the best!

*Covergirl Lash Blast- this really is my favorite mascara. I've tried them all and this is my go to.

*Laure Geller Baked Blush N' Brighten -BRONZER!!!! I LOVE YOU!!!!!!

*some random bright nail polish- usually orange or Tiffany blue

6. Where do you get your style inspiration from? Do you have a "go to" outfit?

I personally don't want to blend in and black, especially in NYC, is the go to color. I'm the complete opposite! My favorite colors are bright Orange and Green!!!! I love walking down the street and feeling like a ray of sunshine. I am a genuinely happy person and I want my clothes to reflect that. I take huge fashion risks and feel comfortable rocking all styles and trends. Fashion is FUN!!!! Don't make it too complicated. My "go to" outfit day look is a blue jean onesie I picked up in Nashville. Just add tons of gold necklaces and bangles, orange lipstick, my cat-eye sunglasses and light brown sandles. My night time look is always a little dress. I am loving this color blocking dress from Lohemans with a yellow blouse, white skirt and grey zipper up the back. Louboutins nude heels and a Tory Burch gold clutch.

7. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? We can't wait to see all the fabulous things you do!

WELL THAT IS THE QUESTION OF THE YEAR! I just wrote a Make-Over TV Show and I'm trying to figure out how to fine tune that and workshop that to different networks. I'd love to be hosting a fab show related to Fashion and Beauty while working on my make-over book. I know I have to get some bigger things under my belt before I start my empire of books, fashion line etc... I just keep trucking along and I know it will all happen. This is when hard work and faith join hands.

8. What is next for you? Any new projects in the works?

I'm still modeling for L'Oreal. I am teaching Masterclasses in Dance and business side of Entertainment Career across the US. I just launched "That Would Work If...." Seminars when I help clients tweak their closets in being more fashion forward. Writing for my blog www.loftisssays.com -which I LOVE LOVE LOVE!!!!! I'm really great about keeping my website/blog updated so check them out to see where in the world I'm traveling next!

9. What is your best advice? For anything!

DREAM BIG!!!! If I was realistic about life I would have never moved to NYC, danced professionally for 8 years, booked gigs in tv, print, commercials, tours etc. I have always been my biggest fan and surrounded myself with people who love me and want me to succeed. If you want it....make it happen. I really do believe in making your own fate. And when you do make your own choices on your life you will be happier within than you can ever imagine.

Don't you just love Emily?? She can seriously do it all! We are so glad she is a friend of cupcakeMAG!!

To keep up with Emily or to contact her for image consultations/Masterclasses, check out her website: www.emilyloftiss.com. And please check out her blog: www.loftisssays.com to learn about Fashion, Pop Culture, Beauty Tips and more! Also check out her newest site, http://loftisscloset.tumblr.com/ to score some amazing clothes and accessories!

You can also follow Emily on twitter!! @EmilyLoftiss And be her facebook friend!!

Five Quick Questions with Erika Jayne!

We have spotted Erika Jayne, chart topping dance-pop queen, all around Mercedezs-Benz Fashion Week and just couldn't wait to share her with you. Don't know her? Well, you should with four #1 singles on the Billboard's Dance/Club charts she is seriously pretty amazing. 

{Erika attending the Alice + Olivia show in NYC}

1.) When did you start singing? 

I started singing at three; I would do shows for my family. 

2.) Besides singing, what can we catch you doing? What do you enjoy?

I love to play craps in Las Vegas. I also enjoy hanging out with my family and friends. 

3.) If you weren't in the music industry what would your second career choice be?

I wanted to be a trucker drive or a Playboy bunny, but neither worked out. 

4.) How does it feel to have four #1 singles on Billboard? Congrats! That is SO amazing!

It’s a dream come true, who knew! 

5.) What can we find in your makeup bag? 

Pink Chanel lip gloss, Cle De Peau concealer and blush! 

1. I am afraid of the dark.

2. Red is my favorite color.

3. I constantly break the speed limit.

4. I am obsessed with pasta, but they won’t let me eat it.

5. I am addicted to Coca Cola.

6. I only wear Christian Louboutin pumps.

7. I have a gun collection, including the rhinestones ones you see in my show. 

8. I am total tomboy.

9. I can’t cook.

10. I wake up every day at 5am no matter what part of the world I am in.

11. I change my minx nails every week.

12. I am obsessed with skin care, specifically eye cream.

13. I go to Starbucks every single day of the week.

14. I have a Blackberry and an iPhone.

Make sure you go check out Erika Jayne now and follow her on Twitter! 

A Quick Catch-up with Denise Richards

Denise Richards isn' just a FABulous Hollywood star - she is an amazing icon as a Mother too. Not only is she a successful woman raising her 2 beautiful girls as a single mom but she does it all - with a new book on it's way, launching a hair care line and a scripted show - Denise truly does do it all! We should really take notes. 

Read on to see how she manages it all, tips she has a Mom, how she stays looking so FABulous and her brilliant New Years Resolution. 

Credit: Startracks

{1} Since we last spoke over the Summer, what is new?

I'm working really hard to finish my book, out April 19, launching my haircare line, and a pilot season so I'm focusing on looking for a scripted show!

{2} We are really missing you on TV - any chance you will return soon?

I would love to return to tv, I love it.

{3} You always look so great! Do you have a fitness regimen?

Pilates, and dance! My pilates instructor came up with this fabulous floor routine that we do before every workout. It makes a difference.

Credit: Startracks

{4} What can we find in your make-up bag?

Armani foundation, Tarte and Dior lipgloss , Cle de Peau concealer, Bare Essentials mascara, Obsessive Compulsive eye shadow and YSL blush.

{5} You are a super-hero Mom with all you have been through over the years. What tips do you have for Mothers who are managing it all?

Try to not do it all perfectly. I focus on a more harmonious home instead of balanced.

{6} And we have to ask - whenever we see your girls they have the cutest outfits on & bows in their hair. Where do you shop for them?

I shop at MFedric, and my girls love going to Target.

{7} You always looks so fabulous yourself! What is your go-to outfit for the day and go-to outfit when heading out for the evening?

My go-to outfit when its chilly is leggings, boots, and a great jacket. Evening - I love to wear dresses and a fab pair of heels!

{8} Did you make a New Year's resolution for 2011?

I did! once a week..I turn my phone off!

Denise is pretty amazing right? We just adore her. Stay up-to-date with all things Denise by following her on Twitter.

Chatting with Taylor Armstrong from The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

By Candace Cabrera Moore


Mom, wife, entrepreneur, philanthropist and reality star- Taylor Armstrong can do it all! The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star was kind enough to chat with us about everything from what's in her make up bag to her charity work. With a barely noticeable Midwestern accent, Taylor even filled us in on a few things you may not know about her! With fingers crossed for a second season, we'll definitely continue to tune in to Bravo every Thursday at 10:00pm EST.

We wondered- before you started filming, had you watched the other Real Housewives shows? Did you have any favorites?

I really liked New York. I think that because it's filmed in a large city, it's more similar to LA than the other cities. Theres so much in NY with charity events and society events and it reminded me of what LA is like.

How is filming going? Are you all hoping for a second season?

We’re always hoping for a second season. We were originally slotted for 8 episodes and we're now slotted for 13, so I think viewers are enjoying it and our fingers ore crossed.

You always look so flawless on camera. What’s in your make up bag?

Wow that's so nice of you to say. I like to use smashbox products a lot. On camera I use their HD products. Off camera I use their tinted moitsturizer, sheer focus.

We’d love to know more about your personal style- you always look so effortless and put together. What are your go-to outfits or favorite designers?

Oh my goodness there are so many. I am a huge fan of YSL shoes and handbags. I am in love with everything YSL right now.  I really like classic looks with a little bit of an edge. I'll throw on an edgy accessory for more of a rock and roll vibe.

Recently on the show, we saw you give Kennedy one of the coolest birthday parties we’ve ever seen. We wondered how Kennedy and Russell are doing now.

You know, I just got off the phone with Kennedy because I’m in New York right now and I just miss her like crazy. And it's funny because she's so much bigger now than when we saw her on the show with her birthday party that watching it pulled at my heart strings a little bit! She's growing up too quickly! And Russell is doing well, he’s home with her and it's nice they get to spend some time together while mommy works. They're going to see a Disney show tonight.

Do you still have the puppy?

You will have to stay tuned for that.

When you’re not filming Real Housewives, what else can we find you doing?

Well I work- I have a management consulting firm called eImplement (www.eimplement.com). I also do a great deal of work with domestic violence shelters. I’m a big supporter of the 1736 Family Crisis Center which has 5 shelters , and1 runaway homeless youth shelter. We’re in the process of building a new runaway shelter with sustainable materials. We hope it will be a model for grain initiatives within the shelter world. We’re hoping other shelters will follow suit.

 And lastly, we always have celebs tell us a few things readers may not know about them.

Hmm, this is tough! When your life is on a reality television show, there's not much left that people don't know! Let's see.

1.  I am a fan of country music, which may be surprising to some people.

2.  I am a big online shopper. I love to shop online.

3.  I was a competitive cheerleader.

Check out Taylor's website and follow her on Twitter! 

Our Chat With Trista Sutter...

We all know Trista Sutter. The super sweet former participant on ABC's The Bachelor. Lucky for her it was a blessing in disguise as she was the runner-up for the show's first season and she was made the first star of one of our favorite shows, The Bachelorette. But now we know Trista as a hard working momma and loving wife and just a down to earth gal. We were beyond excited when our editor, Casi, sat down with her and catch up on everything in her life!

Since watching you on The Bachelorette your life has changed so much. Did you ever imagine when you signed on with ABC that you would be where you are today?

NOT at all!!!  I seriously was just hoping for a fun little trip to Malibu and a cool adventure with the first Bachelor.  But much more than that happened...with the icing on the cake of course being my blessing of a family!!  

Would you ever consider having your own reality show with Ryan and your family? 

We have considered it and have had numerous offers for one, but up until this point have decided that it wasn't quite the right time.  Never say never though!

Seeing your tweets during the last seasons, we know you still must be a fan. Do you have a favorite season to date? 

I am definitely still a fan and always will be!!  Watching the show honestly takes me back to how I fell in love with Ryan, so I LOVE it!  Favorite season to date...of course the first Bachelorette!!!  If it's not a season I was on, then I would have to say that I loved watching Bob search for love. He's still a good friend and I wanted him to find the woman he deserved.   

What did you think about the most recent bachelorette Ali's decision? 

I thought Ali and Roberto was a match made in chemistry heaven.  From what I saw as a viewer, it looked like they were genuinely in love and sincere in their desire to find someone. 

As a mother of two you look fantastic! How do you find time to exercise? Do you stick to a plan or diet?

Thank you!!!!  Honestly, I have no idea.  I think it's really all about holding yourself accountable, and for me, that means hiring a trainer or setting a time with friends to take our friends for a walk.  I don't really stick to a plan other than chasing 2 kids around my house all the time!!!  I do take a supplement called Abdominal Cuts that helps with my midsection and helped me lose weight after both my babies were born.  It doesn't make you feel jittery and is filled with omegas and vitamins.  I love it.  (www.revolutionlifestyle.com). I also truly believe in eating in moderation!

I have 3 girls under 7 and I have to tell you that I just ADORE the collection you designed for My Vintage Baby, "Winter Rose" - especially the mixing of prints and the detail in the jeans are just so different which we always look for. It is just so precious! How did your partnership come about? Are you working on your next collection? 

 I'm so happy to hear that...thank you!!!  I actually heard about the line through Twitter and then met the founders at an event they were sponsoring in New York.  They asked if I'd be interested in collaborating and I was ALL for it!!  Not only did I fall in love with their clothes, but their business helps support stay at home moms who are reps and donates a portion of the proceeds to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.  It just felt right.  We are working on our next collection...so much fun!!

What is one piece of advice you would give to all those mommas out there when it comes balancing work and family?   

Remember that you are human and you can't always do it all. It's okay to say "no" to whatever and whomever, if you are feeling overwhelmed, and know that people will (or at least should!) respect you for doing what you have to do for you and your family.

What is up next for you?  

 Wow...a lot actually.  The Biggest and most important thing, (as always!) is making sure my kids and husband are happy!  Next on the list right now...supporting Ryan and helping him reach his goal of raising $100,000 for an adventure camp for young adults with cancer through an organization called First Descents.  We are still looking for $10 from 10,000 people...it is a truly inspirational cause as we have learned firsthand through its campers and attending a camp ourselves.  Just go to:  First Descents.

And now, see just what you DON'T know about Trista:

1.    I can wiggle my ears.

2.    I am a true Hoosier...being born in Indianapolis and going to Indiana University.

3.    I can't eat foods that are jiggly or mushy or extra chewy textures (i.e., bananas, jello, and seafood).

4.    I get teary when I yawn.

5.    I am allergic to dogs, cats, and especially horses and still get hives when I pet my own dogs.

6.    I have a half sister and a step sister, but grew up as an only child.

7.    My favorite sound is the laughter of my children.

8.    One of my dreams is to write a children's book.

9.    I had my gallbladder removed.

10.  I am a HUGE country music fan...especially of Tim and Faith and Brad Paisley.

11.  I don't drink a lot of caffeine.

12.  I was on the first season of Dancing with the Stars and got "beat" by Evander Holyfield!

13.  My husband is the person I admire the most.

14.  I've always wanted to attend New York Fashion Week.

15.  I am ADDICTED to red velvet cupcakes.

Not only is Trista a FABulous cupcakeMAG supporter she is a super-mom and a genuine, down-to-earth person. We just adore Trista! For all things Trista, follow her on Twitter!