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January 24, 2008

Meet Blythe, International Superstar & Model


International superstar and high fashion model Blythe has never let the fact that she is literally a doll slow her down. Rescued from toy box obscurity with the publication of Garan's first book, This Is Blythe (50,000 copies sold), the 12-inch tall diva has been celebrated in the front windows of Bloomingdales; on the cover of Women's Wear Daily; on VH1's "I Love the '70s"; in People, the New York Times, and ad campaigns for Nordstrom, Sony, and trendy Japanese department stores. In Blythe Style, she shows off 100 to-die-for outfits created for her by top designers from around the world and photographed with colorful invention by Garan, including Gucci, Prada, Versace, Christian Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, John Galliano, Paul Smith, Issey Miyake, Vivienne Westwood, and dozens more, all for the sake of charity. Tres chic!

About the Author
Gina Garan, a New York based photographer and video producer, saw Blythe by chance and has been her constant companion ever since. Her photographs of Blythe have shown in London, Spain, Asia, and across the U.S. Junko Wong is president of Cross World Connections, a Tokyo-based agency that has been pivotal in returning Blythe to the spotlight she deserves.



Share your tales of adventure from glamorous locales on these stylish postcards. Gina Garan a New York-based photographer and video producer, met Blythe by chance. She owns all of Blythe's original outfits, and lovingly customizes her clothing and hair for these postcards.

January 20, 2008

Splendid Reads for Sunday

From the Splendicity community comes the best beauty and fashion links of the week.

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BEAUTY
Viva Woman
offers 5 tips to get the most out of your facial moisturizer.
Beauty and Fashion Tech reviews Laura Mercier Oil Free and Silk Creme Foundations.
Makeup and Beauty Blog says Glow in Style with Shu Uemura Glow On Blush.
Temptalia provides a detailed diagram on the parts of the eye you should know before applying makeup!
Beauty Secrets Revealed shares a Relaxing And Soothing Foot Soak Recipe.
Ellen from Spa Beautifully says that you may not need to get that liposuction done - now there is lipomassage.
Savvy Skin shares some Beauty No-Nos.
Henna at Canadian Beauty tells you about her new favourite primer.
The Mineral Makeup Blog shares info about Blusche Minerals' Phoebe Mineral Veil.
Aging Fabulous is in love with The Hand Treatment by La Mer.


FASHION
Style...a work in progress questions the advisability of following the trend for sheer hosiery set by some designers in their Spring shows when she asks "I can see clearly?"
Shopalicious finds a cure for wardrobe malfunctions with the Bosom Button.
Indie Style File wants to warm up with Finnish knit socks.
All that & a wants to know: can you have a jazz shoe and a sneaker in one?
Petite Fashionista shares how the fashions of designer Laura Dahl are "petite friendly".

SHOPPING
Laya's EYE
is drawn to the glamour of Gold & White.
ShopDiary gives us the scoop on the California gift card law: get cash back from your gift cards!
Her Accessories has teamed up with Nomination Italy to give away one of their "Prisoner of Love" bracelets.
NY $pender is in love with these colorful handbags!
ShoeBlitz love these Jimmy Choo Lois Snake Patent Pumps.
CelebLOOK tells us where to get a pretty red wool coat just like Katie Holmes'.

January 19, 2008

Kenneth Jay Lane Tusk Necklace


Seen on the necks of impossibly chic women around the world, this iconic Kenneth Jay Lane tusk necklace has been around for decades and we love it more now than ever! This version's gorgeous coral color is brilliantly offset by turquoise colored baubles decorating the rim. 34" gold vermeil chain and settings. Tusk measures approximately 4" in diameter.
Coral Tusk Necklace with Turquoise Accents

January 16, 2008

LuLu DK Matouk Bedding Collection

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I read about the LuLu DK Matouk Bedding Collection on Daily Candy and I had to share.......
Lulu DK Matouk is a new bedding collection from the collaboration between John Matouk & Co. and Lulu de Kwiatkowski, Founder and Chief Designer of Lulu DK Fabrics and Wallpaper. Created from the finest soft 500-thread count Egyptian cotton, the luxurious collection boasts an array of chic designs and colorful combinations that appeal to both classic and contemporary interiors. Born from a shared love of exceptional design and elegant craftsmanship, Lulu DK Matouk promises to delight.
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Available online at www.gracioushome.com


January 15, 2008

Glamorous Gold & White

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Gold & White Bangle Set
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White Quartz on Long Gold Chain Necklace

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Necklace in Gold & White
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Suki Clutch by Tory Burch

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Python Clutch w/ Crystals by Gambelle

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Set of 12 Moi Plates by Driade Kosmo

January 13, 2008

K Hall Designs Sandalwood with Vanilla Aromatic Reed Diffuser

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Infuse your home with the exotic scent of sandalwood coupled with notes of warm vanilla. Familiar yet surprising, this sweet and woody fragrance is absorbed by the natural reeds in the a glass apothecary bottle and then diffused throughout the room. Set includes one glass bottle, nine reeds, and one bottle of essential oil. Made in the USA. Lasts 2 to 6 months with normal use. $40.00
Sandalwood With Vanilla Aromatic Reed Diffuser
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January 06, 2008

Tortoise Thong Sandals at Gap.com

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Escaping to the tropics this winter? These tortoise thong sandals at Gap.com come in 3 colors: Gold (as shown here), Harborside blue and Off White. $24.50 per pair!

January 04, 2008

Sushi Chic

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Your guests are sure to be impressed with this eye-catching glass sushi tray. Striking, sturdy and versatile, this tray can be used as a modern centerpiece or to showcase your scrumptious hors d'oeuvres or sushi. Hand assembled and hand signed by the artist, Orfeo Quagliata, each piece is one of a kind, with varying color densities and idiosyncrasies. Handmade in Mexico.
$170.00
Phuzion Series Glass Sushi Tray
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