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I love digital photos and being able to share them online and have them with me all the time on my iPhone. But I still make prints for picture frames in my home and for special events a good old fashioned photo album is in order. This beautiful specimen boasts a solid walnut cover and black acid-free paper with clear adhesive corners (included) to hold forty-eight of your favorite pics. Buy it at Violet.com
The first time I purchased a Hobo International wallet it was a gift for my sister-in-law (she still carries it years later). The following year I bought the same style for myself (it's still in rotation). And I'm continually impressed by the stylish offerings from this modestly priced label. The Belinda Wallet is currently on sale. I like the shiny pastel hue and when it's loaded with all the essentials is could double as a clutch. Buy it at OwlsLab.com. Check out Hobo International to see other styles.
I'm so happy that NYC shopping haven Oak boutique has an online shop because they have a slew of fabulous new offerings that I'd love to add to my wardrobe, starting with this amazing frock from Clu. The subtle color combo is amazingly versatile and the pleated, bubble hem silhouette is simply fantastic. Add to that the buttonless placket (for a hint of edgy sex appeal) and the result is a thing of beauty. Buy it at OakNYC.com
I'm not quite sure how it happened but until just now I've neglected to check out the offerings from one of my favorite labels, Built By Wendy. What a travesty it would have been had I missed these adorable shoes. The Lattice Wedge boasts a sexy open-toe and I love the Indigo Denim fabric. Of course it helps that it's a modest wedge (you won't catch this gal in high high heels very often), so you can wear them daily to and fro all of your appointments and such with ease (and no foot pain). Buy them at BuiltByWendy.com
This top is a dream come true for a jeans-and-tee girl. It's all about the deep v neckline and super-chic, wide bell sleeves. Sure, you could throw on jeans and plain white tee, but this white tee is beyond basic thanks to stylish detailing and a fantastic silhouette. It's the perfect blend of comfort and fashion, which is not a surprise since that's what YFB is known for. I fell in love with Young Fabulous & Broke after just one trip to their showroom and I've been a die-hard fan ever since. As for the Kathleen Tunic, I'd buy it in every color available and I hope that it becomes a signature item in the line. Buy it at StandardStyle.com
Of course I don't need another lip gloss... but there's something to be said for having variety in your life and my ever-growing arsenal of lip glosses and balms is a daily delight. Yes, sometimes I choose a specific shade. But, more often than not, I simply reach into the bottomless pit that is my handbag and grab from the plethora of lip goodies not caring which one I pull out. If I didn't love them (all 10-15 of them), they wouldn't make it into my bag in the first place. The latest addition to my stash is a fab new offering from Philosophy. Surfer Girl Lip Shine arrived on my doorstep an hour ago, was applied to my kisser immediately upon opening the package, and then tossed into my bag. The tropical kiwi papaya flavor is yummy and the lightweight (non-sticky) formula (which is comprised of Vitamin E and macadamia seed oil) has a subtle gold shimmer that's perfect for summer. Buy it at Sephora.
I'm having so much fun picking out clothes for the Baby Boy I'm expecting (very soon). A week or so ago I attended a Silverspoon baby event and I found oodles of cute things from baby gear to baby fashion. It's getting easier to find stylish duds for boys, and Lucky Kid has definitely cornered the market with retro tees, onesies, cute jeans and absolutely adorable pants and shorts. The plaid Sunset Short is among my top picks from the current spring/summer collection. I adore the brown and light blue plaid print and the styling is just too cute. Practicality is important for baby clothes and luckily these shorts are made from machine washable cotton. Buy them at LuckyBrandJeans.com
Wow, time really flies. I first wrote about jewelry designer Becky Kelso in 2003. Five years later I still adore my gorgeous aquamarine Becky Kelso ring. It's one of her signature styles and it's truly stylish and timeless, which is not always easy to come by. Here's what Becky has to say about this fab design:
D~ What inspired this design?
BK~ A trip to the V&A in London. I have never seen more beautiful jewelry.
D~ What do you wear it with?
BK~ It’s a versatile ring that can be worn with jeans. And, it has been featured in Martha Stewart Weddings magazine as an alternative to diamonds for an engagement ring.
D~ Why do you love it?
CK~ It’s a great size, very comfortable, and the design is classic.
Buy the Becky Kelso Small Oval Calcite Ring at BlueBee.com
In celebration of their 40th anniversary, Diptyque recently launched an enticing trio of unisex colognes. Developed by perfumer Olivier Pescheux, these ultra-luxe concoctions are housed in simple glass bottles (in signature Diptyque style). If you're a die-hard Diptyque fan, you'll be thrilled to wear these amazing scents. And if, by some odd twist of fate, you've yet to enter the glorious world of Diptyque, consider this a must-accept invitation. Pick your poison... L'Eau de L'Eau is based on the first scented water from Diptyque, created by Desmond Knox-Leet in 1968. L'Eau is a blend of green mandarine, cinnamon, geranium, sandalwood, rose, and cloves. I find this scent to be the most masculine of the bunch so I plan to make it my husband's new cologne. L'Eau de Neroli, "an ode to the sun, the dolce vita of summer with siestas in the shade of a southern Italian orchard," is a sensual blend of bergamot, orange blossom, Egyptian geranium, white musk and cedar wood. And L'Eau des Hesperides, my personal fave, embodies a green freshness with citrus top notes including bitter orange, blended with red thyme, rosemary and mint.
The steamy SoCal temps have forced me to happily dive into my summer wardrobe. And of course I'm shopping for new fashion finds. This adorable print cotton-voile top from Charlotte Ronson just screams summertime fun (chilling at the beach, shopping at the farmers market, brunch with the gals). I love the short flutter sleeves and the semi sheer fabric—it's so light and airy... perfect for hot days. Stylish details like satin pintucking and elastic banding at the wide neckline give this top a casual chic vibe. Buy the Charlotte Ronson Wide Neck Blouse at ShopBop.com
