Rachel Cothran, Project Beltway blogger

"One of my resolutions was to up my game in the beauty and skincare department. I've been aided by a few samples from a Neiman Marcus beauty blogger event, which has called my 'all those fancy creams are BS' point of view into question. Specifically, I'm obsessed with Guerlain Orchidée Impériale cream. I actually noticed changes in my skin within a night or two, and it smells incredible. I bought a tube of Marvis toothpaste, which has outstanding packaging. Next on the list: Actually use the zillions of Crest Whitestrips I have, and buy a pink lipstick — something Katy Perry-inspired."


Photo: Courtesy of Rachel Cothran/Dakota Fine