April 25, 2011 Bold colors are de rigueur for this summer, and the Givenchy Acid Rain summer makeup collection reflects this trend. Just take a look at the new Le Prismissime Yeux 9-color Acid Lights eyeshadow palette and you'll know what I mean. I'm not sure if I can get away with some of the shades but it IS a fun option for a hot date or a fun summer party.
April 22, 2011 In honor of Earth Day, Kiehl's is partnering with celebrities Chloë Sevigny and Michael C. Hall to support Waterkeeper Alliance, a grassroots advocacy organization that protects our waterways. Both Chloë and Michael designed the eco-inspired labels on the limited edition Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque ($23).
Credit: Mariano Vivanco
April 20, 2011 The NARS summer 2011 makeup collection is a melange of bold and shimmery aquatic colors. If you love blues and greens, this collection was conceptualized with you in mind.
April 19, 2011 As we get older, it's so important to take care of ourselves. Beauty starts from within, and maintaining a low-stress lifestyle is essential to looking your best. Of course, we often have crazy days where we can't always feel or look our best so I'm sharing a few easy reminders to keep you naturally gorgeous head to toe.
Drink water. Lots of it. It's the cheapest thing you can get to nourish your body. Your skin will glow and toxins will be eliminated more quickly from your body. If your face is hydrated properly you'll see fewer fine lines and wrinkles.
April 18, 2011 Boy, I'm so in love with this season's floral spring dresses at Anthropologie. I had walked in the store looking for a cute skirt but ended up lusting after these lovely dresses. I want them all!
This navy cotton Around the Maypole Dress ($158) by Girls From Savoy is the perfect summer dress. The stitched flower bouquet pattern adds a feminine contrast on the structured bodice and flouncy skirt.
April 15, 2011 Talk about life's fleeting luxuries -- the legendary house of Guerlain is selling their 2011 edition of the coveted Muguet fragrance for one day only. In case you're not aware of its significance, the French celebrate La Fête du Muguet, the first day of May, by giving loved ones a bouquet of muguet (lily of the valley) flowers for good luck. It's the best month of the year in my opinion. Maybe it's because May is my birth month, so I am sorta biased in that way.
April 14, 2011 Who doesn't need more nutrients? With our hectic lifestyles we often forget to properly nourish our delicate and overstressed skin. Eminence Organics makes your skin care regimen easier by creating their VitaSkin Vitamin Solutions Collection.
These skin solutions are designed to address three different skin conditions: anti-aging (Firm Skin), rosacea (Calm Skin), and acne (Clear Skin). To maximize results, these unique supplement formulations work together with organic masque pairings to treat your skin inside and out. They also use an innovative Moisture Defense System (pill in pill technology) to maintain ingredient stability. The delayed release of the nutrients keeps them inactive until they reach the intestines.
April 13, 2011 April is one of my favorite months of the year. Part of the reason is that the 54th annual San Francisco International Film Festival takes place this month. For two weeks the entire city will be privy to 188 amazing foreign films from nearly 50 countries. If you're lucky you might even spot a celebrity or two. The following films are some of my picks - get your tickets soon as many screenings will sell out.
A scene from Mike Mills' Beginners. Courtesy of the Focus Features.
April 12, 2011 I've been obsessed with hats lately (hellooooo spring!) and I wish folks would wear them more often. They were such an important accessory back in the day. To get you in a hat state of mind, Gilt City San Francisco has a really sweet deal with Goorin Brothers. Starting on Tuesday, April 19, Gilt City SF members can get $50 worth of Goorin Brothers merchandise for half the price! This sale only lasts for a week, so be sure to mark your calendars.
Fashion, San Francisco, Shopping April 7, 2011 The Vosges Easter Bunny is here! This year's celebration is extra special since it's the Year of the Rabbit. I say the more bunnies the better.
I've got my eye on their adorable Easter Birdcage. The elegant metal birdcage arrives with 1 set of Organic Wink of the Rabbit Caramel Eggs, 1 Orchid Vanilla dark chocolate bunny and the entire Mad Hare Orchestra. This is so much better than the typical Easter basket, don't you think? You can also reuse the empty birdcage by filling it with candles, flowers, or other knickknacks.
