Can't Afford that High End Handbag? Just Rent it - USA Today, October 24, 2007:

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like a cartoon cut-out of a lamp

This fun design by Manuel Vivian makes fun of a classic table lamp by rendering it "bi-dimensional" (aka "two dimensional" last time I checked) with the feel of a stylized drawing.

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Coco Chanel's beloved cuff, created specifically for Mademoiselle by Verdura who devised a clever use for all that jewelry her myriad lovers loved to bestow upon her that she just didn't like. (Be sure to check out our post about Verdura)

In The Little Black Book of Style, Nina Garcia shares one of the secrets of the truly stylish: once you've got the bones of your wardrobe covered (the topic of a recent in-depth post), it's time to buy with drama!

"Buy what is truly fantastic!" exhorts Garcia. "The leopard-print coat, the knock-'em-dead dress, the decadent piece of jewelry...You know one when you see one. You fall in love with it immediately. Yes, it may cost you a small fortune, but it is worth it. You know you look good in it, everyone else knows you look good in it, and it is going to make you feel amazing. So go a little crazy."

Since the truly dedicated fashionista needs no further encouragement to hunt out fashion perfection, here is Garcia's list of dramatic pieces no well-appointed wardrobe is without. Before you "invest" some serious dough, just remember her parting words of wisdom: "Buy timeless itmes. Don't just go crazy for the trends. Make sure you can see yourself wearing it a few seasons later."

 

Nina Garcia's wardrobe drama must-haves:

• a cuff Verdura Maltese Cross cuff - photo: Worth.com
• oversize cocktail ring Loree Rodkin Diamond Skull ring - Bluebee.com
• killer evening or cocktail dress vintage gown - Vintage Style Files
• some fur Finnish raccoon hat - NeimanMarcus.com
• exotic skin bag - Alina
• stand-out coat - Sonia Rykiel SoniaRykiel.com
• metallic strappy sandals - classic Jimmy Choo Juliet (available in gold or silver) JimmyChoo.com

 

- Lesley Scott

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  Treating the skin of the rich & fabulous in places like Aspen, NYC & The Hamptons means Dr. Kenneth Mark knows about demanding clients & their need for complexion perfection. His product line is already used in the signature facial at the Ritz Carlton Club in Aspen, Colorado, and he recently launched a new line of anti-aging skincare with Antioxidant Hydrating Cream which contains ASTAXANTHIN - a newly discovered antioxidant which is proving its mettle as a powerful weapon in the fight against aging gracefully.

"Astaxanthin is a relatively unknown compound that belongs to the family of carotenoids and is really quite more familiar than you think," explains Dr. Mark, noting that by combining Astaxanthin with seven other dominant antioxidants, his Antioxidant Hydrating Cream works to repair and protect your skin against future micro-damage, making it more resistant to signs of aging. "Astaxanthin is found in many human foods and is considered the “ultimate” antioxidant. It has up to 1000 times the antioxidant capacity of Vitamin E and 100 times the antioxidant capacity of beta-carotene."

So while you already care for your skin & slather on daily sunscreen (right?!), adding Antioxidant Hydrating Cream to your skincare routine can help undo some of the evenutual damage caused by the stresses of dehydration, sun, and pollution.

Available at KennethMarkMD.com.

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shop the Big Apple like a fashion-savvy local

Whether it's tucked-away boutiques you seek or dishing with other style-obsessed shoppers in the know, Wunderbloc provides a window on the latest ideas and trends - straight from the stylish streets of NYC - that help shape fashion around the world.

Neither search engine nor e-tailer, Wunderbloc is designed as both a community and a marketplace for the local boutique-shopping market. "Our goal is to bring the intimacy and authenticity of great shopping neighborhoods like Soho, New York to a worldwide audience," they explain, enabling shoppers to share, network, do business & interact - just like in the offline world.  "Wunderbloc gives the individual boutique owner the opportunity to reach and communicate with shoppers beyond his or her sidewalk and gives the individual shopper, regardless of physical location, the chance to explore the latest fashions, trends and boutique offerings from the world’s leading boutique communities. In doing so, we hope to build a more accessible shopping experience that benefits both shoppers and boutiques."

To help the local boutique community flourish, Wunderbloc lets shoppers:

• network and trade fashion tips with pals
• share their fashion acumen with the world
• keep a scrapbook of local fashion types & streetfashion ensembles
• rate, review, interact with, and shop at the various boutiques

"Wunderbloc is also a tribute to the everyday fashionistas who grace our streets and catch our eye. You are the trendsetters and the risk-takers who help push our fashion culture and identity. Without you, we would not have our New York 'hipster', Boston 'prep' or L.A. 'flash'. We adore your style and daring expression, and perhaps, just a little, curse under jealous breath your dazzling dash. Love you or hate you, you inspire us, and for that we acknowledge you."

Get the goods at Wunderbloc.com.

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chic shirt, great cause

To help launch their Fashion Targets Breast Cancer (FTBC) initiative, Net-a-Porter.com recently teamed up with photographer Patrick Demarchelier, and five A-list supermodels - including Daria Werbowy & Lily Cole - who all donated their time & talent to an ad campaign for this program.

In addition to the limited-edition Ralph Lauren polo shirts - available in lime, white, aqua, bright yellow & lipstick red - Net-a-Porter.com's FTBC store features unique merch, need-to-know facts about breast cancer, and a fun video of behind-the-scenes footage of the FTBC polo shirt shoot.

Be sure to check out the FTBC yearbook, where you can share your thoughts, experiences, tips, and even send in pics of you wearing your FTBC polo shirt.

For more info, visit Net-a-Porter.com/FTBC.

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This wonder of a padded double bed designed by Patricia Urquiola is actually a single piece that starts at the headboard - which can be inclined at various angles or made to lie flat - and then folds back on itself. In addition to supporting a variety of mattresses, its cover is fully removable, and happily, there are oodles of other options available in different colors & fabrics like leather to suit your every boudoir mood.

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thanks to Maggy London dresses, you can look Jessica Alba fab while saving your pennies (all Maggy London frocks are $150 or under)

Scarlett Johansson in Louis Vuitton; Maggy London Style 76226

Missoni; Maggy London 76321 ($65)

Jessica Alba in Lanvin; Maggy London 1934 ($35)

Hayden Panettiere in Alice + Olivia; Maggy London 76373