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Ever wonder how lily of the valley got the be the flower of Spring? Well you can thank Charles IX who stands behind the traditional seasonal blossom. On May 1st, 1560 the king offered the delicate flower to all the women of his court as a lucky charm. The custom rapidly spread throughout Europe, making lily of the valley the official flower of May Day to celebrate the arrival of Spring.

Being one of the first flowers of Spring, lily of the valley represents the cycle of the seasons, and therefore that of haute couture. Which is just where Monsieur Dior must have received his inspiration when he created the first original scent for the House of Dior, Diorissimo. Lily of the valley was Christian Dior’s favorite flower, as much for its symbolism as its aesthetic. He would ask his florist Mrs. Dedeban to dedicate a part of her greenhouse to the lilies of the valley, so that he could wear a sprig on his suit all year long. The designer never missed his favorite flower blossoming, offering on the 1st of May to each of his clients and sewing sprigs of the flower into the linings of his dresses for luck on the day of a show.

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You could say Andre Walker is THE hair guy when it comes to ethnic hair, styling the likes of Michelle Obama, Halle Barry and Oprah’s personal hair stylist for over 25 years. Andre’s famed motto “Be at peace with your hair,” was the inspiration when he first launched his own line of Original Hair Care Products, specifically aimed at dry, course, curly and kinky hair types.

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For THE WIFE who is looking for the ultimate private and pampering nail service. MARS is made up of 3 individual treatment rooms, creating a unique and peaceful space for any wife to relax in. You share enough in your life with your husband and kids, so why not have a serene space that’s all yours to get your nails done. Expect a clean and modern space with each private nail suite offering a Flat screen TV with Bose headphones, custom leather chairs and two nail specialists per client.

Their staff is made up of a team of highly skilled professionals trained in the Japanese principle of wa-no-omotenashi, meaning “treasuring every encounter.” Looking For More: Their team are so skilled they can even customize a color to match the color of your dress. Bonus: They are across from Urth Cafe, so grab an organic almond milk Spanish latte before or after your treatment. Manicures start at $50.00 and Pedicures $60.00. visit Mars-salon.com for more information. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE

THE WIFE is loving this effortless smooth finish foundation powder from Laura Mercier. The ideal make up for running out of the house to zip to the grocery store, when you don’t want to put on a full face of make up, but want to cover minimal dark spots.

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As a WIFE  shaving, tweezing and waxing can be a major pain in the ass, not to mention time consuming. It may be time to consider Laser hair removal. Laser hair removal is the process of removing unwanted hair with pulses of a highly concentrated laser into the hair follicle, the pigment absorbs the light and destroys the hair. The average number of visits necessary to see permanent hair reduction is four to six—but some people respond well in two sessions, while others need a dozen. THE WIFE’s friends over at Le Jolie Medi Spa have complied all the information you need if you’re thinking of trying laser hair removal for the first time. Sessions start at 80.00, visit Le Jolie Medical Spa for more information. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE

How to Prepare for Laser Hair Removal:

• Laser hair removal is more than just ”zapping” unwanted hair. This is a medical procedure that requires trained professional.
• If you are planning on undergoing laser hair removal, you should limit plucking, waxing, and electrolysis for six weeks before the treatment. The laser targets the hairs’ roots, which can be temporarily removed if you wax or pluck.
• You should also avoid sun exposure six weeks before the treatment. Sun exposure can make laser hair removal less effective and can cause complications after the treatment.

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