Insider’s Obsessions

Fashion Designer. Musician. Artist. Author. Pop Icon. All can be used to describe Richie Rich, whom fashionistas everywhere will recognize a one half of former design label Heatherette.  He also crossed over into beauty in 2008, designing a capsule collection for MAC Cosmetics.  Since the breakup of Heatherette, Rich has been working on various projects including the release of his first album, Celebutante- a term that he is certainly no stranger to. (more…)

Rachelle Hruska is probably a familiar name to you if you’re one of the millions of people who visit GuestofaGuest.com, one of the most fun New York nightlife blogs on the Internet. Hruska is the widely loved founder and editor of the site – identifying hot spots before they’re even open, regularly hanging with (and reporting on) the city’s social and media influencers, and blogging before most of New York even wakes up so we can get our daily dose of gossip and glamour with our morning coffee.  We caught up with Hruska to find out the current obsessions of this pretty girl-about-town. (more…)

Jemma Kidd is world-famous fashion and beauty icon.  This English countess was a fashion model before she became a makeup artist with a full-fledged cosmetics line.  After working with many major fashion houses and beauty brands, she founded the The Jemma Kidd Make Up School in 2002. Makeup collections called Jemma Kidd Make Up School and Jemma Kidd PRO followed four years later. Most recently, Jemma has collaborated with Target for her JK Jemma Kidd line. So what is someone so fabulously talented as Jemma obsessing over? Let’s find out! (more…)

Paige Adams Gellar is what we would call a legend in the world of denim. As most of you know, she is the founder of Paige Premium Denim, legendary brand that women around the world adore. Paige launched the line after being a fit model for many years, realizing that women are shaped differently – and thus, her line aims to “will lift the derriere, lengthen legs and slenderize hips and thighs.” Celebrities such as Gisele Bunchen, Rachel Bilson and Gwenyth Paltrow (among may others), as well as regular women such as ourselves, own pairs. So what is Paige obsessing over this month? Find out by reading below! (more…)

If Jenn Falik looks familiar to you, it’s probably because you’ve seen her grace your television screen as the go-to style and beauty expert. Countless local and national shows around the country depend on her to try hundreds of beauty products and scout out the latest fashion finds every season. From her years of working in public relations with some of the most prestigious brands in the world, she’s become an expert in her own right at predicting the newest trends and finding the most effective products. I met Jenn a few weeks ago over drinks, and was charmed by her expertise at sharing under-the-radar brands and goodies at every price point. So what is Jenn obsessed with this month? Read on and find out! (more…)

As the founder and designer of Prairie New York, Danielle Shriber is definitely a woman who knows what’s chic, cool and fun.  Founded in 2003, Danielle developed Prairie New York as a contemporary women’s collection that’s a balance combination of bold and feminine.  Women around the world covet and love wearing her clothes, as they are both versatile and flattering. We’re so happy to share Danielle’s five obsessions for the month – from style to lifestyle.  Check it out below!  (more…)

We are beyond thrilled that Kerry Diamond is featured as the beauty insider for our series this month.  Kerry is the vice president of public relations at Lancôme, and previously, she was the beauty director at Harper’s Bazaar, the founder of WWD Beauty Biz and the author of Kevyn Aucoin: A Beautiful Life.  Not only is she completely stunning and gorgeous, she’s also incredibly generous, truly lovely and so nice. (Trust us, we’ve had the honor of meeting her!) Below the cut, Kerry dishes about her latest obsessions so make sure to check them out. (more…)

Puella is a contemporary women’s brand that most of us know (and probably have in our closets), but have you heard about the founders, Sarah Clus and Sarah Woodward Becker? Launched in 2003, these two friends launched Puella (which means “girl” in Latin, by the way) and filled the line with fresh, colorful cotton pieces that are meant to be both versatile and fashionable – perfect for any woman’s lifestyle.  The two creative women behind the line recently shared their latest obsessions with us, so make sure to check them out! (more…)

Launched in 2006, Edward Bess quickly became a name to be known in the world of beauty. Sleek and seductive, all of the Edward Bess products are ultra chic and functional.  Each of the products are coveted by beauty addicts everywhere and are simply gorgeous when worn, enhancing the beauty of your face.  With such impeccable taste, we were excited to share Bess’ obsessions with you. Check them out below! (more…)

For this edition of Insider’s Obsessions, we were happy to ask Jen Kluger and Suzie Orol of Foxy Originals to share their latest obsessions with us.  The two young jewelry designers met in college, while attending the University of Western Ontario and were inspired to create a company that made ”high style fashion jewelry accessible to young women.”  Before they knew it, they had buyers snapping up their line and by the time they graduated college armed with business degrees, they had a full-fledged business that they could pursue full-time.  Today, Foxy Originals continues to create affordable and funky jewelry that makes any outfit a little bit more fun!  To find out what Jen & Suzie are loving this month, click behind the cut. (more…)