When it comes to decorating your home, I’m always amazed by what a few gorgeous pillows can do to cheer up a room. They can bring a drab couch to life, or liven up a boring chair instantly. Anna Whitford’s pillows are utterly luxurious - and you will fall in love with her intricate floral designs.
While it’s still warm, pick up a few of her pillows from the Summer Loving Collection. The Round Orange Sunflower on Honey pillow is perfect for sunny days. This would be ideal for an outdoor lounger, especially if you’re entertaining. At night, pull out the deep Plum Daisy on White pillow and snuggle up with a soft cashmere blanket! One of Anna’s personal favorites is the Round Large White Waterlily on Fuschia cushion.
In the house, break out the Cream Blooming Gerbera on Pistachio pillow from the Indulgence Collection. Perfect to fluff onto the couch to give it a touch of whimsy and elegance. To complement, add the Side Cream Camellia on Chocolate pillow onto a comfy club chair. The browns and greens are totally lovely and soft, yet contemporary. If you want something that pops, try the Silhouette Cushions - like the White Side Daisy, which is hand sculpted on a matching white faux suede cushion. The Black Leafy Rose on White Cushion is romantic and vintage-looking, yet the stark contrast makes it quite modern.
And that’s only a small sampling! You have to check out her website and see all of the styles. Trust me, you’ll drool over each and every one of the designs. View the entire collection or order at AnnaWhitford.com.
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July 29th, 2008
by thedailyobsession
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A big thanks to everyone who participated in our Lisa Curran giveaway! We loved reading about your trips to the beach - and it definitely inspired us to take a few more before the summer is over. Also, we must thank Lisa Curran and her team - for their generosity and hard work! Now onto the winner…it’s Katie (#17)! Please email us with your full name, contact info and size (within 72 hours or a new winner will be picked), so your swimsuit can be sent to you. Enjoy!
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July 28th, 2008
by thedailyobsession
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Paige Adams-Geller is the founder of Paige Premium Denim, one of the most beloved denim brands by women worldwide. Having been a fit model for numerous denim labels (many of which had male designers at its helm), Paige sought out to create classic styles, washes and fits - for real women, by a woman. Now, the label also includes men’s, maternity and kids lines in addition to women’s. And who’s worn her jeans? Just about every celebrity you can think of - and most of the women we know. Paige kindly took time out of her busy schedule to answer a few questions for us - dishing about her personal closet staples to her tips on finding the perfect jean (to make your butt look great - because that’s what really counts, right?). Read on!
The Daily Obsession: You began as a fit model for top denim brands. How do you think that experience has shaped your brand, and helped differentiate you from other denim labels?
Paige Adams-Geller: I got to learn the ins and outs of the business by observing some of the most innovative and creative designers in the industry. I learned about seam placement, pocket structure and more. But more than anything I saw a hole! Most of the designers were men; they didn’t understand a women’s body, her curves and her desire for a classic jean. I was able to take what I learned from them and create a product that puts a women’s perspective on it.
TDO: You’re one of the very few premium denim designer to incorporate larger sizes into your line. How did it come about that you broke that 24-32 mold?
PAG: A lot of designers have an idea of their ideal customer – that was the mold I wanted to break. I wanted every girl to be able to wear my designs not just tall girls or slim girls, etc. I had grown up in the modeling industry and knew what kind of mentality it breeds, and I wanted to fight that kind of conformity. (more…)
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July 28th, 2008
by thedailyobsession
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I know all of the fall collections are already hitting the counters, but I’m still drooling over some of the summer ones. (It’s like when you go to the mall on October 30th and they have Christmas decorations up. It’s not even Halloween yet!) Lise Watier’s summer collection, La Toscana, has been a permanent fixture in my bag since I first saw it.
The colors are all inspired by the Tuscan countryside and will make you immediately want to hop on a plane and take a vacation to Italy. The look starts with tan and glowing skin, which you can get by using either the Havana Sun Dust Bronzing Powder or the Havana Precious Bronzing Pearls. Eyes are bright and colorful, with Eyeshadow Quartets in Terre and Mer made up of gorgeous greens, blues and browns. (I can’t get enough of the greens in the Terre Quartet - I can already tell this is going to be one of those palettes I use until it’s all gone). Eyes can also be accented with the Glitter Pencils, which give the collection an edgier feel. (I’m most in love with Vert, a smoky green that goes perfectly with the green shadows). 
Lips are more subtle, with Gloss Sticks in Ambré, Sable, Rose and Orangé. The glosses are made with an olive oil base, so they’re incredibly moisturizing and shiny, and the sheer colors perfectly balance out the darker eyes. Cheeks are swept with Pink Marble blush - it’s a swirl of pink and copper in the container that goes on with a golden tint. The look is perfect for a summer night, cruising around the coast of Italy on a private yacht… (Or, in my reality, happy hour with my friends in Los Angeles!)
For more information about the collection, visit LiseWatier.com.
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July 27th, 2008
by productwhore
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Hi everyone, I’m in London right now and will be for the remainder of the week until I jet to Prague for a mini weekend vacation. Even though I’m a product junkie, I consider myself a fantastic packer. A few years ago I spent a month in Europe with only one backpack. Lest you think I was ghetto-ing it out, I came home with a Marni dress, Fendi shoes, a Balenciaga bag, a Prada bag and many other things - all cleverly tucked into that one backpack. Mmm…memories of when the dollar actually meant something.
As for my 10 day excursion this time, I managed to pack similarly light. In my one small suitcase, I packed everything from gym wear (planning on early morning runs along the Thames - ha!) to clubbing wear to work gear - and even a trench coat and a book. Along with my 4 pairs of shoes, I also brought along a little bag of makeup.
I don’t actually like travel sized items; I find that they clutter up my already cluttered apartment so I only have full-sized products. That’s why I need to be clever about what I’m bringing and I need my products to do double or triple-duty. What’s getting me through this week is Chanel Hydramax + Active Teinte. This is truly the crème de la crème of tinted moisturizers. It acts as my moisturizer, my sunblock (SPF 15), my foundation, my coverup, and my bronzer (since I got a slightly warmer shade than my skintone). Hope you don’t think that multi-functioning products suck because this is truly one of my all time favorite products…ever.
Chanel Hydramax + Active Teinte is the perfect consistency. It is heavier than many tinted moisturizers I’ve tried, but it is not greasy at all. I love that it’s a slightly thicker formula because I feel like the foundation part of the product is actually working. Plus it doesn’t run off my face. The product also has a lovely peach bellini scent. It’s a pleasure for me to put on in the morning. I rarely have irritation problems with fragrances so my skin didn’t react to this at all. If your skin is more sensitive, you might want to spot check first.
The product is $55 for 1.4oz. Yeah, it’s a little steeper than your average tinted moisturizer but it’s seriously my most favorite thing of the moment. If you are going on any trips this summer, you must get this! Just think of all the extra room you’ll save in your bag for your foreign fashion purchases!
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July 26th, 2008
by perfumed
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When it’s hot and sticky outside, my biggest complaint is makeup that instantly sweats off or disappears. It’s hard enough for me to look cute when I’m sweating, I need my makeup to help me! Make Up For Ever’s new Aqua Eyes Bronze Collection has been my eye makeup savior this past month.
A limited edition, this collection of five travel-sized eyeliners will get you through any occasion - from pool party to black tie event, there’s a color that’s just right for anywhere you need to go. (The Copper and Silver shades are my personal favorites). The eyeliners are highly pigmented, so they last forever, and go on smoothly, so they only smudge when you do it yourself (not from just walking around, like some liners). The colors are completely waterproof, so they’ll stay on even at the beach or when you’re swimming, and the fact that they’re travel-sized makes them even more portable than usual. (It does, however, also make them easier to lose, so be careful. The Gold shade got wedged into a corner of my purse and I had to say a sad goodbye to it until I stumbled upon it a few days later. Don’t you hate it when that happens?)
The Aqua Eyes Bronze collection retails for $35 and is available at Sephora stores and online at Sephora.com.
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July 26th, 2008
by productwhore
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Fall colors from NARS Cosmetics are some of the prettiest that I’ve seen in a long time. I have been exclusively wearing it for the last week - for no other reason than that I just naturally pick up the colors because they are so nice. The collection centers around rosy pinks and bold bronzes. I imagine it’s what 1940’s film noir actresses would be wearing…very feminine and sophisticated, but mixed with mystery and intrigue.
Blush: Dolce Vita, NARS’ fall blush, makes all the difference in this collection for me. This is the color that adds the old fashioned glamour to the entire look. I’ve been using Orgasm for years - a color that is easy, buildable, and sweet. When I first tried Dolce Vita, I thought it was too dark and too rosy. But I came back to it a couple days later and now can’t put it down. Unlike Orgasm, you have to be careful how much you put on or the color is incredibly noticeable. With a light hand, however, Dolce Vita is a very, very pretty rose flush - at once, coy and sexy.
Eyeshadow: The Cordura duet is my favorite of the eyeshadows this season. This shimmering set of cocoa and dark brown creates adds sparkle to the brown smoky eye. Like all NARS’ eyeshadows, this duo is rich in pigment and staying power. I love it for the night, but sometimes I mix the lighter brown shade with a cream shadow for the day as well. This set goes together very nicely with the blush.
Lipstick & Lipgloss: NARS’ Senorita lipstick has made me believe in lipstick again. Prior to getting this, I almost never reached into my bag for lipstick; it was always tinted balm or lipgloss. But this lipstick has converted me. It is just as moisturizing as any tinted balm I’ve used - plus twice the pigment. The texture is feather light, and it lasts and lasts. The cool dusty pink is the most amazing color for my skintone and completely brings the whole look together. I finish with the gloss in Female Trouble, which I find to be almost the same color as Senorita. Nars’ lipglosses seem to be hit or miss- some are really thick and some are really sticky. Female Trouble is neither - instead a nice, light, liquidly texture.
This collection from NARS just really worked for me. It is a very grown up set of colors - very old-fashioned beautiful. I almost can’t wait for the season to turn so I can rock the look with my fall wardrobe.
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July 25th, 2008
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skin iD is a new acne treatment line from Neutrogena that provides you with a personalized skin care regimen. Just fill out a short skin Evaluation, and skin iD tells you exactly what products to use to treat your skin. I usually don’t have acne problems, but during the summer time, I’m definitely prone to breaking out more often. I took the evaluation and was recommended the 14.32.38 regimen–a cream cleanser, acne treatment, and treatment pads. I was also sent a cute travel bag and a small tube of spot treatment.
I began the regimen a few weeks ago, and the results so far have been fantastic. The active ingredient in the cream cleanser is salicylic acid, and I’ve been using it morning and night. It’s very gentle and doesn’t dry out my skin at all. The acne treatment contains benzoyl peroxide, which my skin has been sensitive in the past, so I only applied it to problem spots once a day. I also keep the small spot treatment on hand to quickly nip any emerging break outs in the bud. I’ve found that my skin has reacted well to the new regimen and hasn’t felt dry or too sensitive. Any pimples tend to go away a lot faster, in pretty much about 2 days or less! Plus, skin iD makes sure that you can contact dermatologists easy with any questions, so it truly is custom skin care.
skinid.com has more information about the personalized regimens and educational information about acne and your skin. An introductory kit is just $39.90, so take the skin iD Evaluation and get started today!
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July 25th, 2008
by ninabee
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Can you believe the Fashion Week calendar is already out? Can’t wait!
Courtesy of COACD
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July 24th, 2008
by thedailyobsession
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We came across this photo of Keira Knightley at the premiere of her latest film, The Edge of Love, and wanted to know how to get her earthy, yet romantic look.
We asked Carissa Paserella, a professional makeup artist who has over 12 years of experience, to tell us more about Keira’s look. (Make sure to check out her blog called Hooked On Beauty, where she dishes out a ton of useful advice!) Carissa is also a natural beauty, so she’s absolutely the perfect person to break down this look. “Keira Knightley embodies the best in what I call ‘Natural Chic,’ which is basically using neutral, brown and earthy tones with just a kick of liner for a beautifully natural and not overdone evening look,” says Carissa. Below, she elaborates further with step-by-step directions and product recommendations: (more…)
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July 24th, 2008
by thedailyobsession
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