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For a long time I only wore white metals. But then I gained appreciation for gold. Now I have no problem mixing and matching the two tones but I still tend to be more attracted to the clean beauty of white metal. If you need to stock up on some incredibly stylish and affordable jewelry, consider Ippolita's silver collection. I adore this Gladiator Cuff because it's shiny, beautiful and begs to be noticed. Buy it at Ippolita.com
The thought of shampoo/conditioner combo has never been appealing to me. You know, the kind they put in cheap hotels that never works. So needless to say I was a bit skeptical when it came time to test WEN Cucumber Aloe Cleansing Conditioner. I was pleasantly surprised to find that it does indeed work and I've added it to my hair care shelf in the shower to be used in between regular washing and conditionings. Here's the deal: It's highly recommended for oily scalps and dry hair because of the astringent and moisturizing properties, but it's actually good for all hair types. Just rinse your hair, apply an ample amount of the product and massage it into the hair for one to three minutes. Then comb through, clip up your hair and leave on for the duration of your shower. Rinse thoroughly and, voila, you'll emerge with healthy, clean, shiny and soft hair. You can also use it as a leave-in conditioner, deep conditioner, detangler or shaving cream. Buy it at ChazDeanStore.com
Well, this is the first Baby D~Luxe posting since I had Baby Liam last Friday. He's amazing! And someday soon he'll be wearing one of these adorable tees from Tykecoon Apparel.
It's nice to find a company that not only provides an ample supply of cuteness, great fabrication and quality, but also cares about children enough to make a difference with their product. Newcomer Tykecoon Apparel is a small collection of soft tees with adorable graphics for boys and girls. But the best part is that a percentage of proceeds from the sale of these designs benefit various children's charities. The Giraffe and Robot styles benefit One Laptop Per Child and the Owl tees benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. The Elephant and Toy Squares tees benefit Kids in Distressed Situations, global charity of leading retailers, manufacturers, and licensors of children's and youth products, in partnership with major foundations, committed to helping improve the lives of children and their families who are ill, living in poverty, or are the victims of natural disasters. So indulge your shopping addiction online at Tykecoon.com and contribute a little bit to each charity.
I have a pair of tweed Converse sneakers that I wear frequently—bought them at a skate shop in San Francisco about four years ago and they still serve me well. But I'm tempted to add a new pair of Chucks to my wardrobe because the All Star High Top Sneaker in black is a classic. I've been toying with the idea for a while now and after seeing ShopBop's expertly styled and fantastically photographed LookBook shot of this style, I'm almost ready to pull the trigger on this purchase. I don't think I've ever had high tops, but the slouchy, undone lace look seems totally doable. Buy the Converse Chuck Taylor All Star High Sneaker at ShopBop.com
I've been a fan of Bing Bang since the brand first hit the scene and I'll take any chance I can get to spread the word about the fab wares in this line. Designer Anna Sheffield has a steadfast following on the fashion scene, and it's well deserved. I love this patent leather-trimmed tote—it's called the Clara Satchel. The Salmon and Black color scheme is fab. The detachable chain on the zipper balances out the girlie pink leather and gives it that Bing Bang edge we all know and love. Buy it at RevolveClothing.com
SoCal girls must have beach hats. I have a white Roxy hat that has served me well over the years but this adorable, floppy beach hat from Porridge is on my summer wishlist. Shown here in a vibrant pink floral print (looking super-cute and definitely girlie), the hat in also available in a blue and white Yacht print, Vanilla print, and a tiny polka-dot Gumdrop print (my personal fave). It's a beach bag essential and would look equally fabulous poolside. Buy it at PorridgeClothing.com
As an admitted J Brand denim addict, I was not the least bit surprised that I also fell in love with Riller and Fount. J Brand co-founder and creative director Susie Crippen teamed up with designer Marlena Ruiz to launch the contemporary label. This dynamic design duo has managed to woo me with simple, clean designs in super-soft fabrics. Take the Babydoll dress for example. In a gorgeous Ocean hue it embodies a casual chic vibe with pleated details at the front and back. So simple. So chic. I just love it. Buy it at RevolveClothing.com
Everyone loves shopping for baby gifts. Some like shopping from the mom-to-be's registry and others prefer to choose their own gift. Having just recently been showered with an absolutely amazing array of gifts for my baby, I can easily recommend the must-haves and the not-so necessary items. Most people prefer to buy something useful and cute, which is why I love The Baby Bunch collection. Each set includes essential baby gear (socks, caps, onesies, sleepers, bibs) arranged in adorable bouquets and buckets. Now available in organic cotton, these clever gifts are a surefire hit at baby showers. Shop online at BabyBunch.com
I've always admired the whimsical designs in the Twinkle by Wenlan line but have yet to add any of the pieces to my wardrobe. I tend to opt for practical, neutral designs that are versatile. But I do believe that I could use some of Wenlan's pretty prints to shake things up a bit. Take this adorable silk-cotton blend top. The print is certainly eye-catching but the subdued color palette of grey, black and soft pink makes it more wearable in my book. I also have a thing for dots right now so it's no wonder this print caught my eye. Buy the Twinkle by Wenlan Pebbles Spring Awakening Shirt at Tobi.com
SoCal handbag mavens Laura Darrah and Sheila Nazarian have been on my radar for a while now and I've covered their luxe handbags for various publications in the past. My latest obsession from this stylish label is a roomy satchel named Duchess in Black and White Anaconda-print leather. Here's what the girls have to say about this fabulous tote:
D~ What inspired this design?
T~ "The women of 15th century. We were very inspired by the way they carried themselves and the luxuriant apparel they wore. We definitely had this in mind while designing this group."
D~ Where do you carry it?
T~"Everywhere. The generous size of this bag makes it a great everyday staple that is large enough to hold all of your essentials and can easily transition from day to evening."
D~ What do you wear with it?
T~"The color combinations allow for versatility when pairing the bag with pretty much any outfit. The Duchess Grande can spruce up jeans and a tee or complement a chic dress."
Buy the Treesje Grande Duchess at Treesje.com
