November 22, 2010 Brrr...it's so cold right now. Thank goodness I have my stylish Office Wiederholt socks on my frozen toesies right now. Soft, luxurious, and quirky, these premium Japanese socks make great stocking stuffers for the sartorial BFF in your life.
Fashion, Holiday, San Francisco, Shopping November 19, 2010 David Tanis, the head chef at Chez Panisse, came out with another elegant cookbook that's absolutely perfect for the holidays. Not only does Heart of the Artichoke and Other Kitchen Journeys captures the essence of his simple, soulful cooking he also inspires us to incorporate seasonal ingredients while cultivating meaningful food rituals at home.
November 17, 2010 Fresh has some really gorgeous holiday gift sets for nearly every budget. You don't even have to wrap these up as the ornately designed boxes make gifting super easy. These bath and body treats are so luxurious that you might want to snap one up for yourself.
November 16, 2010 The holidays are just around the corner and it's time to stock up on some festive music. Pink Martini's latest album, Joy to the World, is a delightful collection of traditional holiday songs from around the world.
Containing 14 selections, the new album includes popular songs like Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.” There are two versions that's sung in English by China Forbes and in Japanese by Saori Yuki, the Barbra Streisand of Japan.
November 15, 2010 Inspired by the sensual Baroque period, the Barocco holiday makeup collection from Clarins is very elegant and visually stunning. Instead of bright bold colors the focus is on dramatic smoky eyes, classic red lips and a shimmering golden visage.
November 12, 2010
Raoul Bova and Giovanna Mezzogiorno in Ferzan Ozpetek's Facing Windows.November 11, 2010 The ultra soft and luxurious tops from the ANAMA Momentous Moment collection make me want to buy several pieces. These basic pieces are so soft I can practically sleep in them. The semi-stretchy fabric is also flattering on many body shapes.
November 10, 2010 I have always scoffed at most of the lash conditioning products. I figured we were blessed with whatever Mother Nature gave us so we should be happy with it. Plus, there are a few products out there that causes weird side effects (eyelid darkening, iris discoloration, etc.). However, there is one wonderful product that can safely enhance my measly short lashes. The Talika Lipocils Expert fulfills all of its promises. It's really a magical lash enhancer without plying on the mascara.
November 9, 2010 For those who shy away from the season's typically bold colors, you'll be happy to know that the Dolce & Gabbana Ethereal Beauty Holiday 2010 Collection features many soft neutral shades. Inspired by their Fall 2010 runway collection, their makeup is nuanced with delicate pinks, nudes, and sheer bronzes. As usual, the gorgeous Scarlett Johansson is the face for the ad campaign.
November 8, 2010 Bobbi Brown sure knows how to create a fabulous makeup palette. As part of the holiday launches, the Smoky, Sultry, Smoldering Collection features a trio of eyeshadow palettes that make the smoky eye quite easy to pull off. You don't need to be an expert as the shades are so very blendable. Each one features a flattering base color, an eyeliner, a bold metallic, and a dramatic shade of the new Long-Wear Eye Paint.
