Super Natural Every Day

I've been a longtime fan of Heidi Swanson's beautiful cookbook, Super Natural Cooking. It's actually sitting on my night stand. I read it occasionally to get ideas on what to make for the week ahead. Her award-winning blog 101 Cookbooks is always a huge inspiration for my kitchen and I'm thrilled to learn about her new book, Super Natural Every Day.

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Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb La Vie En Rose

Flowerbomb fans, be on the lookout for Viktor & Rolf's new variation of their hit fragrance. The 2011 limited edition Flowerbomb La Vie En Rose Eau de Toilette is now on sale.  Vibrant bergamot and tangerine meld beautifully with feminine notes of rose and lily of the valley (muguet). Spicy pink peppercorn, amber, cashmere, and patchouli also add musky, woody elements to this sensual scent.

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Tarte Spring 2011 Makeup

Tarte has always impressed me with their highly effective makeup. This season they have introduced a few new products that caught my eye.

The Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush is a long-wearing, solar-baked blush that lasts up to 12 hours. The main natural ingredient, Amazonian clay, is harvested from the banks of the Amazon River and is naturally baked by the sun.

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New Spring Candles From Linnea's Lights

To celebrate the glorious spring season, Linnea's Lights is offering three new candle scents. I'm in love with these highly fragrant, hand-poured soy candles and can really attest to their long burning time. Along with their other popular scents, you can now pick from the following new scents:

Lavender: Calming lavender with rosemary's sensual woody undertone and lively citrus top notes release the true power of this transcendent flower. This is my absolute favorite of the three new scents. I feel totally at peace whenever I use this candle.

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Guerlain Rouge Automatique

As a beauty innovator Guerlain has produced cult hits like the Rouge G lipstick. Inspired by their 1936 lipstick packaging, their newly revamped Rouge Automatique pays homage to the legendary Art Deco design by creating a new formula and lipstick tube.

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Crazy for Trench Coats

I'm in dire need of a new jacket so I've been looking around for a cute trench coat. While the classic khaki  style is always nice, I found a few designs that put a unique twist to this perennial favorite.

The self-tie bow on the Trench Bow Coat from Tibi ($561) will make you stand out from the crowd. The pleated ruffles and pintuck details are so feminine and structured, making this a natural choice if you want something totally different.

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Bobbi Brown Peony & Python and Dress for Success Collections

I can never say no to purple and Bobbi Brown's Peony & Python Collection is like a siren's call. Inspired by the lush peony, Bobbi's favorite flower, this collection is also a chic collaboration with cult fashion label Tibi.

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EcoTools Bamboo Makeup Brushes

I have heard about EcoTools makeup brushes for a while but I've never tried them until recently. Made with recycled and natural materials these beauty tools should make any eco-conscious gal happy. The soft Taklon bristles feel so good on the skin. The quality also rivals any high-end makeup brush. Best of all, the price is so low you can buy the entire brush collection and not break the bank.

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Vouelle Spring/Summer 2011 Shoe Collection

My favorite Parisian shoe designer Vouelle came out with their spring/summer 2011 collection and I'm so already to hop on the next plane to Paris to try these on myself. Everything is so hot!

Look at these fun Lana suede sandals ($371). The raffia-inspired embellishment is a unique twist and the metallic 4 inch heel adds a sexy silhouette to the overall look. I can see this shoe being super popular with the ladies partying along the Riviera.

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Bridal Fascinators

I've been looking for a bridal fascinator and it has been a bit tricky to find the right one to match the shoes and dress. Luckily I ran across the Hems and Bustles shop on Etsy and found these lovely options. The prices are also very reasonable.

I adore this Gretchen 1920s Style Silver and Pearl Beaded Fascinator. What's great about this stunning piece is that you can also wear it with a costume or use it as part of your tango dance outfit.

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