Brushing Up

The Weekend Edition

Brushing your teeth twice daily is as fundamental as drinking water and doing your taxes. So why not make the task both fun and flavorful? Breath Palette zings your mouth with 31 tasty toothpastes in flavors like Japanese Plum, Fuji Apple, Honey, and Monkey Banana. Such a hit with the kids they may actually brush their teeth longer than the standard two minutes. Breath Palette's formula cleans your teeth with ultra-fine microbeads that won't damage the surface and plaque build-up is prevented naturally with Xylitol. Their portable size ($4.49 each) make them perfect for travel.  Click on Kits and you'll find flavor-full combinations of mouthwash too. Orders of $50 or more placed online ship free and for a limited time you can obtain their online exclusive set of all 31 flavors leaving you with enough choices to indulge yourself in a new taste for every day of the month.

Under the Sea

Thursday, March 23, 2006

It's not often we have the privilege of coming across a children's boutique quite as precious as Hamptons Child. In it you'll find the world's cutest clothing from such brands as Kiwi Swim, L’Agneau D’Or, Lilly Pulitzer, Il Gufo, and Rachel Weissman. Hamptons' Gift section guarantees you'll find the perfect present whether it's an embroidered infant clothing set by Kissy Kissy or a retro tea set with basket ($28) for your lil' Queen-in-training. If your princess has her heart set on transforming into Tinkerbell, you'll also find the most amazing tutu collections (shown). Remember those preppy pink and navy grosgrain belts your Mom insisted you color match your school outfits to?  Hampton's has those and summery sandals to go with them. Hamptons' online store has a fantastic sale going on right where we found Lilly Pulitzer cap tees, swimwear and dresses marked 50% off; Handmade Little Raggio mocs for $25 (Reg. $50) and smocked dresses by Mercatore at a 40% discount.  Refer a friend and you'll receive a 10% savings coupon. Shipping's free with orders $100 or more and gift wrapping is complimentary.  If you're lucky enough to be in Manhattan today, shop Hamptons' Sample Sale for savings of up to 75% off!

Carol's Daughter

Wednesday, March 22, 2006

The finest ingredients nature has to offer and products made with love are at the heart of Carol’s Daughter. Founded in a kitchen in Brooklyn, New York, creator Lisa Price’s homemade concoctions have become staples on the shelves of many celebrity bathrooms. Jada Pinkett Smith, who's become the company's spokesmodel, isn't peddling the line for pay.  She, husband Will, and Jay-Z love the treatments so much they've all invested in Lisa's company.  Thirteen years after starting Carol's Daughter, Price continues to deliver down home treatments using wholesome ingredients ranging from luscious mangoes to refreshing peppermint. From head to toe, Carol’s Daughter strives to enhance your life and well being by providing the sweetest and most luxurious products, all made from the heart - naturally. Now available at Sephora, the products sound good enough to eat, yet completely capable of repairing the most fried locks or dry, flaky skin. Looking for a great leave-in? Give Tui Leave-in Conditioner a spin. Quench extra dry hair with Khoret Amen Hair Smoothie. Can't stand leaving Spring Break's tropical scents behind? Spritz on some Jamaican Punch. Or light up your candles and indulge yourself with some unisex scented Groove bath salts.  Whatever you pick - your senses, mind and soul are in for a delicious treat.

White Hot

Tuesday, March 21, 2006

Last week we focused on the element of surprise green brings to Spring's freshest wardrobes. The season's other chic color trend is to super-charge those brighter fashions with a fab white accessory. Be it by way of your shoes, sunglasses, wide belts or what handbag you choose to tote around (just make it super-sized this year). From the toes on up we're madly in love with these white hot trots from Jimmy Choo, Giuseppe Zanotti, and Charles David (shown).  In the Handbag department some of our favorites include Fendi's Zucca nylon tote, this classic satchel by Tod's and Temma Dahan's Charlize bag.  These gorgeous belts from Linea Pelle, Prada and Sandy Duftler cinch it all up in style.  What started all the white hot madness? That of course was when Nicole Richie was spotted about town looking bold and brilliant with her big white shades. Those that'll fit your inner diva perfectly include Juicy Couture's Jackie glasses, these large frames from Marc Jacobs, Coach's Samantha and Roxy's Pop. Now just imagine how beautifully these white accessories will mix with your new green for Spring threads.

Shower Perfection

The Weekend Edition

Someone near and dear to you is expecting their first child but all that's left on their baby registry is a few sippy cups and blah-blah bibs. You're looking for that extra special gift that'll make 'em go WOW not just when they open it - well after their little bundle of joy's arrival. Nappycakes by Shelli comes to the rescue! Shelli's exquisite 2 & 3 tiered cakes are constructed with perfectly placed rows of diapers resembling something you'd expect to find at a fancy wedding. Not just the perfect baby gift, they're also all the rage at today's poshest baby showers. Imagine how thankful your new Mom and Dad will be when they rush into the Nursery for a 2 a.m. feeding and one of those diapers are ready to go! Shelli, the proud wife of a United States Marine, also happens to be one of the most accommodating people on the face of the earth and pays close attention to detail to make sure your order arrives precisely the way you'd like. She even names the cakes after the name of your new arrival. Hence the special Chocolate/Pink "Sedona" cake she created for our newest niece in California. For a bridal shower treat sans the calories, check out her gorgeous Trousseau Cake, with everything a new Bride needs to set up a perfect honeymoon retreat. Styleforfree shoppers receive free shipping with any order when you use coupon code: FREESHIP at checkout.

Posh Puddle Jumpers

Thursday, March 16, 2006

What Prada does for Mom's feet, Primigi does for the well-dressed child. Expert in the art of fine Italian footwear, Primigi creates the most adorable shoes for boys and girls with sizes ranging from newborn to Youth 9's. Kids love wearing them and Moms appreciate their durability and comfort factors. Primigi's focus is on quality, reliability, research and design. Their shoes are created with children all over the world in mind - who grow, change and are projected towards the future. Fine shoes to look at, built for our small and tireless little explorers, leaving them free to run and jump, while accompanying them on their extraordinary adventure, called life. Locate a Primigi Store worldwide by filling out this form or get the latest Primigi styles, including the new Bally style (shown), shipped free at Zappos.

Green with Envy

Tuesday, March 14, 2006

Pink is always classically fresh for spring, but it's so last year. This season's color to have in your closet is green. Stand on any sidewalk amongst Manhattan's or LA's most fashionable locations and you'll see what we mean. And it doesn't hurt that St. Patrick's Day is on our heels. Green adds an element of surprise, looks great with most complexions and mixes fabulously with all the pink you bought in '05. So many choices, sometimes with not so much green to spend.  Our favorite green splashes include this crochet tank by Design History at 40% off. Tara Jarmon wins the award for spring's most beautiful turquoise green silk beaded skirt. To instantly spice up your uniform black work attire, consider the possibilities Susana Monaco's satin trim blazer will bring you.  Keeping up with this year's bigger is better trend is Hype's Bonanza shoulder bag. For a preppie carry all that'll take you straight through August, Prada's 'Paglia+Vit. Daino' satchel is divine. We're madly in love with both the look and savings of Gucci's green tinted bit sunglasses. And Prada's Sea Horse Wedge sandals are an instant shoe-in at 20% off retail, that is, if you can pull yourself from admiring their amazing artistry.

Lady Lucy

The Weekend Edition

Spring Forward in style girls!  The Women & Children's collections for Spring 2006 from Lucy Skyes are out. Just in time to kiss the winter doldrums goodbye. Lucy was reared across the pond and jumped ship when fashion came a calling. She has been the Fashion Director for both Allure and Marie Claire Magazines. So it's only natural that she who used her powerful sense to pick hits for a living, decided to challenge herself in the designing realm. In 2004, she and her hubby launched Lucy Sykes' Woman. Look at the simple lines and how elegantly they drape on the models. Many of her pieces are peppered with the perfect touch of mod. Her Liberty print "Red Hippy" dress for women puts prior generations of frumpy Liberty designs to shame. The baby's outfits are delectable and so classic. One look at the Girl's Audrey Liberty striped dress (shown) and we fell instantly in love. Once you fawn through Mrs. Skyes' site you'll be picking up the phone to place an order too. Her fine frocks are landing month at Harrods, Henri Bendel, Scoop NYC, and Bergdorf Goodman.

Sporty Spice

Tuesday, March 7, 2006

What's hip, stylish, lets your skin breathe, and could be the one single motivator to get you your fittest for beach season? Stella McCartney's new collection for Adidas is as fresh a breath of air as those bulbs peaking out beneath your mulch. The line features 63 fabulous pieces including shorts, tennis dresses, sneakers, yoga mats and the world's absolutely cutest pair of pom pom socks.  Ms. McCartney's featherlight shoes will have you speeding through the finish line at this year's Marathon. Her shape retaining tanks are designed to keep your skin cool during high octane workouts. The shorts are cut to flatter, move and keep their fit.  While the collection's five swimwear pieces provide enough confidence to play an oceanside volleyball tourney yet still look like Vamp of the Beach. Until March 15th, the collection can only be found at shopadidas (click here for current shopadidas promotion codes).  Re-visit in May when the highly anticipated a³ Flyride will be introduced: A new women's running shoe featuring the lightest heel-to-toe a3 cushioning system designed exclusively by Stella.

And the Winner is...

The Weekend Edition

The glam, gowns, hair do's and jewelry - we can't get enough of it.  To truly enjoy the 78th Annual OSCARS this Sunday night, go multimedia and you'll find the Net's packed with front row Academy Award action. StylePhile has some practical pointers on what every Red Carpet walker should have in their possession. Catch the stars strutting down the red one at E! and you could win $2000 towards a Home Entertainment system!  Test your wits with this red carpet quiz and poll prediction pool, both of which are also offering some sweet prizes. If you're planning your weekend around the awards you'll want to stay tuned to Style Network's Sunday line up. Happen to be a People person? You'll love the close up's that only their photographers can get. Tune in on Monday for Oprah's After Oscar Show or stop by now for all-time Oscar great moments. If you happen to be in the Hollywood area this weekend then Campaign Hollywood will be right up your alley.  And if you're one of the lucky nominees, Tom Hanks acceptance speech tips are a must read. For more insider info, stop by Variety and for a birds eye view of how the stars let loose after the show, visit Vanity Fair's site featuring a live Webcast of their infamous after-party. May the best film win (which we're privately hoping will be Crash).

Twisted Knickers

Thursday, March 2, 2006

When British designers Melanie Probert and Lisa Morgan set out to create the perfect pair of knickers, out came Strumpet & Pink.  Their decadent undergarments, with whimsical names like Lady Chatterley's Lover and Mrs. Robinson, are amongst the world's most expensive, but they'll also make you want to toss your uniform three packs of the cotton variety out the window faster than you can put these weapons of mass seduction on.  Each pair is poetically decked out with ruffles, rosettes and, shall we say, 'creatively-placed' holes.  So gorgeous, they're almost too pretty to wear.  Amongst many of Strumpet & Pink's celebrity fans are Kate Moss and Kylie Minogue, who commissioned the Pink ladies to create an ultra exclusive 'Love Kylie' pair.  If you want your own specially designed set, Strumpet & Pink takes commissioned requests starting at £250. Ready-to-wear designs are available in the U.S. at Catriona MacKechnie and Le Corset by Selima where you'll catch a crowd of men steaming up the windows.  Want to make both of your year's extra-special? Go in and buy her a pair!

Aging Gracefully

Tuesday, February 28, 2006

Prior to launching parkerhawn this year, Pam Scrima worked in both the fashion and advertising industries. She's been collecting and wearing vintage for decades and spends a good portion of her free time junkin’ and thriftin'. Pam is lovingly known to friends and family as the “Queen of Free” and absolutely refuses to wear the same exact outfit twice. Pam's store, parkerhawn.com, is derived from renaissance style role models ... Sarah Jessica Parker and Goldie Hawn. At parkerhawn you'll find an enviable array of stand out vintage clothing, used designer apparel and one-of-a-kind collectibles from the 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s. Let your friends spend a week's salary on ONE shirt from a famous designers new line, while you spend the same amount indulging yourself with an ENTIRE new wardrobe of original vintage items those same designers got their inspiration from.  Whatever you're looking for, be it shoes, rock music t shirts, prom dresses, funky hats, even vinyl albums and 45's from the 70's - you name it, and parkerhawn will find it (or at least a similar version thereof).

Gotham's Funnest Fashion

The Weekend Edition

Not since Jean Paul Gaultier put cones in Madonna's brassiere have we seen fashion that has the ability to rock the ground which you walk on.   Heatherette's designers, Richie Rich and Traver Rains, have created a lifestyle brand that cultivates the pop star in everyone. They're nothing short of geniuses at creating fresh, fun styles which capture the heart and soul of what New York City is all about.  If you don't recognize the brand name right off the bat, chances are you'll experience total recall from Heatherette's "Carrie" t-shirt famously worn by Sex and the City star, Sarah Jessica Parker.  Now everyone who's anyone can't get enough of Richer and Traver's remarkable creations, including Paris Hilton, Gwen Stefani and Eva Longoria.  And how's this for refreshing? They still want to hear your fashionable opinion!  Click here to join the Heatherette Orbit for all the latest news, events, and calls for opinion from the designers themselves. To purchase their fabulous collections online, shop EuropeModa, OurFashionHouse or Solis.

Killing Me Sofftly

Wednesday, February 22, 2006

What's better than a pair of high style shoes that feel like slippers on your feet and look like they walked out of a trendy SoHo boutique?  When they're not only under a hundred dollars, they ship free and are so exclusive that only 60-80 pairs of each style have been commissioned to be made in the whole wide world.  Exclusives make us feel special.  These limited editions from Sofft are more than mere originals...they're art that's been created to conform to your pretty little feet.  Each pair's exquisitely crafted from signature luxurious leathers and incorporates Sofft's patented technology that makes every step a cushioned delight.  March's exclusive, Paris (shown, $84), is now available for pre-order only at Shoeline.com.  Its' artistry inspired uppers are offered in a rich palette of shades including black, almond, light red and tangerine. For extra savings, please click here to check on limited time Shoeline offers.

Blown Away

Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Magic Ionic is one of the greatest leading Korean manufacturers of creative beauty appliances, conceptualizing and developing appliances to answer the exact needs of professional hair stylists. Now available at Beauty.com, the line includes versatile irons, clippers, combs and dryers. But it's their new 2000 Watt hairdryer ($150) that has us blowing our hair to a new tune. Not only an ionic dream for your locks, it's also been approved by K-FDA for medical purposes too! The hair dryer stimulates hair growth, keeps its' moisture balance in tact, prevents dandruff & hair damage. Its' Medical Radiator eases Joint & Muscle Pain, Improves skin & immune system, strengthens & increases blood circulation, removes toxins, and reduces fatigue & stress. If that weren't enough to make you swoon (imagine...a hairdryer that leaves your hair AND skin looking great!), it's Light Energy Irradiator kills bacteria, removes odors and will soothe your skin before a facial. Even if you don't have a stitch of hair on your head, this dryer will still serve its' purpose to make your life just a little bit sweeter. Another thing that'll make your life a little easier, click here to save $10 off your $100+ Beauty.com purchase through 6/03/06.

Handmade

The Weekend Edition

Are you the type of shopper that can spend hours upon hours perusing a craft fair? Etsy (beta) is where to go online for those precious, indi-made items that only one person in the whole wide world can create. Think of it as an eBay for handcrafter's. In it you'll find such things as that extra special baby gift you've been combing the world for (like the Alley set by jamtartbaby, shown). If you're looking for life's little personal luxuries, check out such tidbits as SparklePuss Soy Candles and the Owl handbags by upandaway.  Not only is every product carried on Etsy handmade, each also happens to be wonderfully easy on the purse strings.  We first discovered this Jewel of the Internet Nile thanks to Amy George, owner of Modern Atelier fragrances, who's just opened her own Etsy storefront featuring 30 modern living fragrances ranging from scents like Kuba Kuba (named after the popular cult restaurant) to The Byrd (all the delicious scents of a movie palace). Thanks to her grand opening, for a limited time you can score four Modern Atelier fragrances for $40 (normally retailing at $15/ounce). One warning though:  It's easy to get lost once you're inside Etsy.