I was really intrigued by Clinique‘s new ‘Redness Solutions’ Instant Relief Mineral Powder. It is all-natural and mild, yet powerful enough to be used to combat redness from mild rosacea and break-outs. When Saks Fifth Avenue had its latest Clinique bonus, I decided to give it a try. This powder is great! It comes with an anti-bacterial brush, and is very versatile. Can be worn... 

This week we’re paying homage to Michael Jackson – the man, the mystery, the music legend, humanitarian and fashion innovator and icon. Jackson’s unique sound and dance moves may have put him on the map, and his philanthropic efforts kept him there but it was really his fashion sense that really made him stand out and made us take notice. Early on he set trends with prepster looks... 

The loss of Michael Jackson shook the world on Thursday. Michael Jackson the entertainer not only impacted the music world in tremendous ways, he was also a global humanitarian, lending his support to 39 charity organizations either with monetary donations through project sponsorships. He received recognition in the 2000 edition of the Guiness Book Of World Records for breaking the world record for... 

I love July, and not only because it’s summer and my birthday month. I love July because it’s the month when Nordstrom holds their Anniversary Sale! If you haven’t shopped the sale before, then I’m glad you are reading this. You need to check out the amazing beauty deals that over 100 brands create especially for this sale. On June 22nd, NORDSTROM.com, as well as cosmetics counters at all the... 

We thought we’ve seen every nail color known to man (or woman) but Chanel recently anonounced that it’s going green this Fall. Not eco-friendly, but the actual color green. It’s releasing Peter Philips‘ (Creative Director of Chanel Makeup) Jade Green nail polish from its Fall 2009 collection as a limited-edition this October. If green nails sound horrid to you, don’t... 

While shoe shopping at Loehmann’s this afternoon, I came across the perfect flat – the Loeffler Randall ‘Agatha’, a soft black leather shoe with an awesomely chic studded bow on the side. It’s just the type of shoe I’ve been dying to find and I found it, in my size! I was ecstatic, until I discovered I could only find the left shoe – the right shoe had mysteriously... 

A Few Goody Gumdrops loves the goddess-like look from Nicole Ritchie’s House of Harlow Collection. Handbag du Jour thinks the Christian Louboutin Sculptural Satin Clutch is truly a piece of art! Princess Dominique Dishes Fashion predicts it’ll get furry this Fall with Gigi Favela. Raging Rouge gets a little romance in her life with MAC Rose Romance. Shopping and Info loves the Chanel nautical... 

Just click on the links to sign up and shop! ideeli Special note: sign up for ideeli and be entered to win a custom couture dress designed by the one and only Oscar de la Renta! (Winner will be selected on or around July 1). Monday 6/22/09: Leigh & Luca scarves, Hunter, Alisha Levine clothing, Qi cashmere Tuesday, 6/23/09: Boy Meets Girl, French Connection Wednesday, 6/24/09: Essentials by ABS Gilt... 

When I think of Zales, my mind goes straight to diamonds. Nothing wrong with that, since diamonds are one of my very dear friends, but I never imaged I would see an edgy, rocker chic collection of jewelry at Zales. Enter Ed Hardy. We’re all very familiar with the label that is full of colorful, intricate tattoo prints branded on everything from apparel to accessories to footwear and swimwear. Artistic... 

What would you do if you got a call from Angelina Jolie who wanted to puurchase one of your fabulous designs? Would you think it was a prank call? Well that’s exactly what happened to designer Malcolm Harris, of Mal Sirrah, Inc. (Sirrah is Mr. Harris’s last name spelled in reverse as well as his “alter ego”). Page Six reports that he hung up on the actress/Goodwill ambassador not... 

A great pair of jeans is a staple for any look. Levi’s® {re-issued} 1974 Bell Bottom Jeans ($49.50) have that great vintage vibe, but paired up with the right top and accessories they have a fresh, modern appeal. Top off these low-slung jeans with Free People ‘Galinas’ Jersey Tank ($57.90) – a delicately pretty top with crochet detailing at the shoulder and a beautiful ethnic... 

Attention savvy shoppers: H&M just broke the news that British luxury accessory label Jimmy Choo is its next designer collaboration. H&M is known for bringing luxury to the masses but we never expected a union of this magnitude! Jimmy Choo will bring its highly coveted shoes and handbags to 200 selected H&M stores and the collection will be available starting November 14. This will be the... 

OMG ladies! We all know about blemishes and how they seem to make it to the center of face from time to time. Well, from someone that has experimented a lot with skin clearing products, I have come to the conclusion that Neutrogena Skin Clearing Foundation is the the utmost best for those undesirable bumps! The pros are that it’s an oil-free, hypoallergenic make-up that not only produces a great... 

The CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) awards are all about honoring and recognizing the most talented designers in the fashion industry, but the real fashion winners and losers at the 2009 awards were seen arriving to the event. Two of the night’s fashion ‘winners’ were Claire Danes and Kerry Washington, who both opted for full-length gowns with plunging necklines. Claire Danes looked... 

Handbag du Jour gives you the details on Bulga’s upcoming online and in-house handbag sample sale event! What’s Haute Magazine wants to know if you love or hate Rihanna’s Gorilla dress by Christopher Kane. Shopping and Info is giving away a python hobo bag made by celebrity designer Tylie Malibu. A Few Goody Gumdrops is fluttering her lashes over this eye opening giveaway from Rapid... 

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Inspired by “Planet of the Apes” (of all things), Christopher Kane took the jungle and put it onto his Spring 2009 runway. Add to that a little dash of “The Flintstones”, Raquel Welch in “One Million Years B.C.”, and then Dian Fossey and her gorillas, said the designer. The result? Gory gold-fanged apes, monkeys, mandrills and gorillas printed on scalloped, avant... 

No matter what your political stance, we all have to have hope that something good will come from war, whether or not we believe it to be necessary or unnecessary. Designer Rafi Anteby used his experience serving four years in the Israeli army to create tangible symbols of peace through his jewelry line, Bullets 4 Peace. After losing all the men in his platoon including his best friend, he was sparked... 

Kim Kardashian and Rihanna love to go nude…with their footwear, that is. These ladies know that there is nothing hotter than a nude shoe to lengthen your legs. And add Christian Louboutin’s five inch stilettos to the mix and you’ve got an extra boost to your sexy (shoe) factor. Kim was spotted out shopping with her momager Kris, wearing the Christian Louboutin Miss Fortune Platform... 

Beyoncé spent last week in London doing what all celebrities do best – shopping and partying. And a little bit of ‘work’ thrown in for good measure. The R&B diva was spotted leaving Heathrow airport after ‘working’ wearing a khaki Matthew Williamson trench (the same as Rihanna wore a few weeks back) and the Sretsis Clara Tiered Dress in Cream. Stretsis, which is...