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Instant Mineral SPF 30 from Peter Thomas Roth 2007-08-08 03:39:00 There are absolutely no excuses left for not wearing sunscreen everyday. PeterThomas
Roth brings us Instant Mineral SPF 30, a brush-on translucent mineral powder for immediate anytime UVA/UVB sun-protection. No creams or lotions, just a finely milled mineral powder you would wear anyway. And you can't get more convenient. Just shake it a little, take the lid off, and apply the powder to your face with the attached brush. No more greasy face, just a beautiful protected, shine-free complexion. You can even wear it over your makeup or moisturizer. Also contains willow bark extract & vitamins A C & E. $30. Shop here.
Budoir Floral Shirt from Lucky Brand Jeans 2007-08-07 10:57:00 We're pretty sure heads will turn as you go by when you have the Budoir FloralShirt
from Lucky BrandJeans
on. If you aren't comfortable being this bright, this shirt would be perfect for layering. In a super-soft cotton henley with a crew neck, 5 buttons and elbow length sleeves. The perfect thing to wear with jeans. $44. Shop here.
Tikoli Tea Towels 2007-08-07 10:45:00 Spruce up your kitchen with these fun Tea Towels
from Tikoli. Available in six different designs and colors, all are fresh and modern and coordinate well together. 100% cotton and machine washable. $8.50 each. Shop here.
Trunks Up Purse from Lilly Pulitzer 2007-08-07 08:37:00 Check out this adorable Trunks Up Purse from LillyPulitzer
. Made out of cotton twill with the cutest pink elephant print we've ever seen (click on the image to see the elephants walking in a line!). Double leather handles and gold hardware detail the bag. $172. Shop here. Read more:Lilly Pulitzer
Heidi Klum Sterling Concentric Clover Open Necklace 2007-08-07 06:57:00 This beautiful Sterling
Concentric Clover
Open Necklace
from Heidi
Klum would be perfect with jeans or for when you're all dolled up. Her signature clover shape has a new twist to it with the concentric shapes making the necklace super stylish. It never hurts to have the luck of a clover on you either. On sale for $52.38 (was $80). Shop here. Read more:Heidi Klum
Penelope Skirt 2007-08-06 15:47:00 Not only do we love the name of this Penelope
Skirt, but the colorful pattern on it is just so much fun. The Bonanza pattern full of brightly colored leaves and flowers is sure to be one of your summertime favorites (but two other cute patterns are also available). The circle skirt has an elastic waist, so not only is it adorable, it is also comfortable. $46. Shop here.
Prescriptives Site Unseen Brightening Concealer 2007-08-06 15:34:00 We're pretty sure Site Unseen will make it to best-friend status. This new brightening concealer from Prescriptives brightens, conceals and helps treats dark circles and flaws. If that isn't good enough, clinical studies have shown it to firm skin and reduce fine lines and wrinkles too. The SPF 15, water-resistant formula doesn't fade or settle into creases all day long, allowing your eyes to always look refreshed and radiant. $22. Shop here. Read more:Concealer
Pilsner Peep-Toe Pump from Guess 2007-08-06 14:30:00 This sassy Pilsner Peep-Toe Pump from Guess
will definitely be noticed when you head out for the night. The eye-catching shiny magenta satin is rippled with pintucked pleats with zigzag stitching for detail and a sexy 3 1/2 inch heel. $99. Shop here.
Steep Clean from Bliss 2007-08-06 09:19:00 New Steep Clean
from Bliss
is a 15 minute facial that steep cleans, exfoliates, smooths, and brightens your skin with powerful microencapsulated enzymatic exfoliators. What that means to you? Finally those perpetually clogged pores in your t-zone will get totally cleared out, wiping out any blackheads that have been bugging you forever (yay!). The mask also slows excess sebum secretions to keep them from building up again. $54. Shop here.
Candela Rechargeable Lamps 2007-08-06 09:00:00 The Candela Rechargable Lamps
from Vessel are such a fantastic idea. These portable little lamps give a candle-like glow and can be used indoors or out. The rechargeable lamp automatically lights up when lifted off the charger and glows up to 5 hours. Sold in sets of 4 with the charging base. There are also 8 different bright colored tops available so you can customize the exact look you want. 2.3" dia x 6"h. $89. Shop here. Read more:Rechargeable
Nicola Top from Abercrombie and Fitch 2007-08-06 06:10:00 This cute Nicola
top from Abercrombie
and Fitch
is made out of a super-soft 100% woven cotton. Soft faded stripes are covered with a pretty floral pattern, while the flattering empire waist and neck line are a contrasting pattern detailed with piping. The sleeves are a gathered for a very feminine look. $59.50. Shop here.
Palm Floral Bench 2007-08-11 09:37:00 Add some cheerful sophistication to any room with this attractive Palm FloralBench
from Room Service Home. A modern chartreuse leaf print is paneled on the seat, front, and back of this eye-catching bench with fabric piping detail trim for an extra polished look. $1249. Shop here.
Revival Floral Tunic from Free People 2007-08-11 07:24:00 This Revival FloralTunic
from Free People is so flirty and fun. Wear it with tights or leggings or just a pair of jeans. The chiffon puffy sleeves have ribbons at the bottom to be tied together as a bow for a cute touch. Rushing on the bust with elastic underneath make this empire waist top easy breezy to wear. Available in black as well as pink. $98. Shop here.
The Perfect Face Kit from Stila 2007-08-11 06:13:00 Here is another makeup kit (did we say we love makeup kits?). This time we bring you The Perfect
Face Kit from Stila. You're guaranteed a polished and classic look when you use the 6 included pieces. First you get their best selling eye shadow Kitten (which can also be used as a highlighter). You get a black smudge pot as well as a mini-eyeliner brush, and their Multi-Effect Mascara, a compact of Convertible Color in Lillium which can be used on cheeks or lips. Lastly you'll get a a luscious Lip Glaze in Brown Sugar. $45 ($70 value). Shop here.
Ponceau Jacket from Anthropologie 2007-08-10 15:14:00 This lovely little ladylike Ponceau Jacket
from Anthropologie is so cute. A cotton print of golden poppies covering a chocolate brown background, with two little pockets on the front and small puff sleeves. Tailored for the perfect fit. Bargain priced at $49.95 (was $98). Shop here.
Rub-Out Dry Cleanser from Ojon 2007-08-10 13:58:00 We've talked about dry shampoo before, but recently a lot of high-quality brands are jumping on the bandwagon. Ojon has just introduced Rub-Out Dry Cleanser
, a spray to use between washes, if you're in a hurry, or if you used too much product. Just spray your hair with it and it instantly erases impurities, toxins, excess oil, and product build-up while increasing volume at the root and strengthening and protecting the hair shaft. And like all of Ojon's products, it contains their signature ingredient, 100% pure Ojon oil, which has been shown in clinical studies to instantly strengthen, hydrate, and restore a healthy look and feel to dry, damaged hair. $24. Shop here.
Steve Madden LIRAA Flats 2007-08-10 13:18:00 How absolutely cute are these SteveMadden
Liraa Flats
? That adorable pattern, bright fun colors, buckle in the back...all in one comfortable easy to wear flat. What is cool about these shoes is that the strap in the back can fold over to convert the shoes into a pair of Mary Janes. Brilliant! Available in 3 fun patterns. Pre-order now to have them next month. $69.95. Shop here. Read more:Steve Madden
White Cowl Top by Mako 2007-08-10 09:25:00 Turn heads with this gorgeous White
Cowl Top from San Francisco designer Mako. Mako's collection of femininity and softness feature heavenly knit items such as this white cowl neck top. Supremely sexy and cozy at the same time, this top is sure reach favorite status in a heartbeat. $178. Shop here.
Perlier Milk and Fruit Bath Mousse Duo 2007-08-10 09:01:00 Straight from Italy comes Perlier Milk and Fruit
Bath Mousse
Duo. These two bath creams sound tasty, but are super moisturizing and cleansing and made from blends of natural ingredients. You get both Milk and Strawberry Bath Mousse and Milk and Coffee Bath Mousse. You'll totally want to display the retro-looking milk bottle packaging as well. $22.50. Shop here.
Lulu Pool Wool Rug by Angela Adams 2007-08-10 08:00:00 Designed by AngelaAdams
, this Lulu Pool Wool Rug
is more than a rug, it is a piece of art. Known for her timelessness, balance and simple designs, this rug will bring a calm and cool vibe to any room. Available in 5 different sizes. $299-$1,550. Shop here.
Perfectly Prepped Bath Caddy 2007-08-10 07:01:00 If you have limited storage in your bathroom for all your endless beauty goodies, you'll appreciate having the Perfectly Prepped Bath Caddy
. This rolling storage caddy contains four drawers with built-in dividers to keep you organized. The top has a removable caddy topped off with a handy beveled-glass mirror. Also has 2 towel bars for even more practicality. $329. Shop here.
Baseball Cuff 2007-08-09 16:46:00 We've always enjoyed dressing up when we go to baseball games, wearing team colors and appropriate head-gear. This Baseball Cuff takes it to a whole new level, one we are much more comfortable with. These fantastic cuffs are handmade using real genuine leather baseballs, lined on the inside with soft velvet, and with a bendable brass frame on the inside so you can get just the fit you need. Each one is also autographed by the designer. $25. Shop here.
J Brand Kat Wide Leg Jeans 2007-08-09 15:24:00 We all know by now that wide leg pants are super hot. Here is another pair of must-have jeans from J Brand
. The Kat Wide LegJeans
in Indigo are supremely sleek. We love the asymmetrical seam coming down off of the knee and the fact that they aren't super low-rise. J Brand designs such clean and simple jeans that also fit oh-so-perfectly...and these are no exception. $218. Shop here.
Wool Paisley Shawl 2007-08-09 10:16:00 This beautiful and cozy Wool PaisleyShawl
with a peacock-inspired print from Eddie Bauer will leave you begging for a chilly evening. One side of this reversible jacquard shawl has a white and turquoise print, the other side has a black and turquoise print...leaving you with so many outfit possibilities. $68. Shop here.
Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer Light 2007-08-09 09:09:00 Primer is one of those things you don't think you need until you try it once, when you realize you'll never go without it again. Oily and sensitive skinned girls can rejoice today because Smashbox
has released PhotoFinishFoundation
Primer Light, an oil free, 60% water-based version of their beloved Photo Finish Primer. Oil absorbers give a matte finish all day while light diffusers minimize the appearance of imperfections. It even contains Vitamin C and peptides to help skin tone and increase collagen production. You can wear it alone or under makeup. Either way, trust us, your skin will look flawless and your makeup will last all day. $36. Shop here.
Garden Collage Plate Set 2007-08-09 04:13:00 You won't hesitate to bring out the porcelain if you have the gorgeous GardenCollagePlate
Set from Room Service Home. These brightly colored plates in fabulous patterns are sure to make your meal memorable no matter what you serve. $99 for a dinner plate set and $52 for salad plate set. Shop here.
Short-Sleeved Cardigan 2007-08-14 13:53:00 You will certainly enjoy wearing this cute Short
-Sleeved Cardigan. Made out of soft 100% pima cotton, this button front top will be perfect for the transition season. You don't often see a empire seam on a cardigan either, which looks totally adorable. Available in 4 colors and petite sizes. $58. Shop here.
Kate Spade Collins Stripe Dog Bowl 2007-08-14 12:57:00 If having have a stylish dog bowl is important to you (it is to us, we admit it), look no further than this CollinsStripe
Dog Bowl from Kate Spade
. This super cute porcelain bowl has blue, green and black stripes with a little black bone in the center of the bowl. Dishwasher safe. Sale $25 (was $30). Shop here. Read more:Kate Spade
Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Tutorials 'Get Cheeky' Kit 2007-08-14 12:38:00 Sculpting your cheeks is a fantastic way to make your face look instantly slimmer. Not just for the makeup pros, you too can easily get this look with the Get Cheeky
Tutorial Kit from Bare Escentuals. Not only do you get everything you need to get supermodel cheek bones, but they give you step-by-step instructions on how to do so for your specific face shape. You get bareMinerals Lovely Blush , Pure Radiance All-Over Face Color and Double-Ended Seamless Blending Blush Brush. $34 ($40 value). Shop here. Read more:Tutorials
Wool Pique Ava Jacket from JCrew 2007-08-14 12:00:00 Seeing this Wool Pique Ava Jacket
from JCrew makes us giddy over the fact that fall is just around the corner. We'll definitely stay warm in the heavyweight Italian wool/nylon combo of this jacket. With a refined pique texture, the fully-lined classic fitting jacket has a standing collar and on-seam pockets. Love the simple, straight lines and 2 button design. Available in black as well as this fabulous Welsh Purple. $275. Shop here.