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We Can Only Go Up From Here.

Happy Sunday! Or maybe it's more appropriate to say happy 3-Day weekend? Either way, it's good.

Lately I've been fortunate enough to meet a lot of amazing new people, experience some wonderful new things, and have a few really exciting opportunities extended in my direction (as well as to some really lovely people around me).
Keep your fingers crossed, but I think summer is off to a good start. :)

This piece is a continuation of the big-hair-series. Enjoy!

40th Anniversary in Fashion: Roberto Cavalli's Fashion Circus

On the 40th anniversary of his label, Roberto Cavalli reveals to Harper’s Bazaar why leopard is lovely, imitation is unflattering, and the party should never end.

Cavalli, pictured above with his wife, Eva, their son, Daniele, their flamboyant friends, as well as a lion cub, at their home in Florence, Italy, shares what he loves about women, why he thinks he's a "typical man" and more in June's issue of Harper Bazaar featuring Katherine Heigl on the cover.

Harper's Bazaar Article, Laura Brown (author)

The genius of Roberto Cavalli is that he lives exactly as he should. He is not a subtle man, and he doesn't make subtle clothes. Cavalli lives a leopard-print life.

Take, for example, his casa on a hill overlooking Florence, Italy. A 14th-century watchtower, it has four birdcages housing colorful macaws and a hysterical cockatoo, dozens of crystal balls, walls of classical portraits, a Julian Schnabel plate painting of his wife, Eva, a cellar full of Cavalli wine and Cavalli vodka, a tanning machine, and a bedazzled motorbike. Down the hill is Cavalli's ultramodern photo studio, a techtastic palace with light-up floors.

On fall’s low-key tailoring: “Minimalism is so boring.”

On other designers taking inspiration from his trademark ideas: “In the beginning, when people copied me I was happy.”

But now, “I can understand when H&M or Zara copies me, but I hate it when big designers copy me. You have a big name, you should never copy me.”

On the provenance of his trademark leopard print: “God created such a fantastic world. Leopard is an animal design, and my designs come from nature.”

On his love for fashion, and for women: “Of course I think about a beautiful woman to dress, because that’s my way,” he says with a shrug.

Is there a difference? “Yes,” he says. “I don’t masturbate thinking about fashion.”

On what he loves about women: “Their eyes. A woman can drive me crazy with her eyes. And when they don’t pay attention to me, they drive me crazy too.” “I am a completely typical man.”

Photo credit: Jason Schmidt; article: Harper's Bazaar (June 2010)

Global Green Reacts to BP Gulf Oil Spill

Well, as many of you know I live in New Orleans. So to say the BP oil fiasco hits close to home is more than just a play on words, it actually HITS home.  As such, please allow me to veer away from the normal subject matter in order to share a piece on Global Green's outreach to this situation. I'm very thankful for their help and the attention they've shown us, and this is my small way of getting the word out!

Thank you, Matt Petersen and the whole Global Green Family!
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What follows is a message from Matt Petersen of Global Green:

Like most Americans, I continue to be depressed and angered by BP's wholly inadequate response to the tragic BP oil spill, despoiling the Gulf Coast and wetlands of Louisiana.

Hopefully, the 'top kill' works to stop the continued leak. But if that succeeds, its only the beginning of what will take years, if not decades, to recover from the worst oil spill in history. The worst environmental disaster in our nation's history.

It is all hands on deck time -- for stopping the spill, cleaning it up, holding BP accountable (and not allowing it to hide behind semantics of "legitimate claims" to avoid making good on their commitment to cover the costs of the spill), and reducing our oil dependency while creating a cleaner, greener future.

As you may know, Global Green and the Commercial Fishermen of America recently organized a community event to send a “human text message” to BP, President Obama, and Congress about their concern and anger about the BP Oil Spill. This was just days before oil hit their community's beaches and nearby wetlands. Watch video from the event (also available below).

They said "NEVER AGAIN." We must join with them in sending this message to BP and the oil industry, as well as to Congress and the federal government.

Margaret Curole, a local resident and board member of Commercial Fisherman of America, shared with me the sentiment in Grand Isle yesterday:

“Everyone's tempers are flaring over the...inability to recognize the importance of urgent action, but after Katrina I have no idea why we should expect different. The beach where we took the picture is closed and I couldn't get close.”

Global Green is continuing to document the impacts of the spill on the Gulf Community, helping to rally emergency food relief efforts for the impacted communities of the Gulf, calling for more regulation of the oil industry and increasing investment in renewable energy and clean technologies. We also must demand that BP pay every penny owed as the ecosystems and communities recover.

If you’d like to help with our efforts, please donate here. You can also read more about the impacts on the Gulf Coast community on our blog.

With President Obama visiting New Orleans today (5/28/20), we’ve prepared a statement which I wanted to share with you.

In part: --> "We call on President Obama to recognize the level of desperation and suffering the Louisiana economy, communities, wetlands and marine life – which provide much of our nation’s energy and food, as well as critical ecosystems and species that make life as we know it possible -- are experiencing, and take action commensurate to the problem.

We hope he – and Congress – hears the voices which are saying 'never again'. "

 
Let’s all join the Gulf Coast communities in saying, NEVER AGAIN.

Sincerely,

Matt Petersen
President & CEO

"Hi, my name is Denim and I am 10 years old!"

Levi's Jean Jacket

Zara Top

Miss Sixty Jeans

Lacoste Shoes

Luis Vuitton Purse

Good morning lovelies! Just a quick post today, as I am heading off to school in half an hour and I haven't even put my make up on yet! This is the jean jacket which is my favorite piece of my wardrobe, I have it ever since I was 12 years old (that means I am at the same size since then, I guess :D), and 3 years ago I decided to make it look a bit more distressed, by ripping it off! I always love putting my own mark on my clothes, in order for them to be unique. 

Love you all guys, 

great news are on the way!

Question: What is the oldest piece of your wardrobe, that you still enjoy wearing?

Sadie + Trevor

My lovely roomie and her bf Trevor. A little piece for her birthday. I loved the original image, and we'd talked about my painting it at some point, but birthday's are always a good excuse for some artwork. That and (as I teased her about earlier) she's a bit forgetful and would probably not have reminded me to follow through. Hehe. I'm so sneaky. ;)

Or, so I think, anyway...

Blow NY Hair Product Giveaway: Have a Friend that Looks Like SATC's Carrie, Miranda, Samantha or Charlotte?

Toss in a Free Refill on Bond No. 9

 

Who says luxury has to cost a lot? How about getting a little luxury for free when you show your loyalty to one of the nation's top perfume houses? Sound too good to be true? Well, what if I tell you the luxury is a complimentary refill of your favorite Bond No. 9? Mmmmmm ...

 

Alright, enough with the questions, the teasers, the build-up, and onto the news!
Bond No. 9 truly does appreciate their customers' loyalty.  They value it so much they're giving away a free refill of gorgeous perfume to those who purchase any two Bond No. 9 items (except pocket sprays & soaps) now through Saturday, June 5th.

 

By any measure, this is a fantastic value, and both you and Bond No. 9 will be contributing to an eco-smart planet through the refill. Yay!  A win-win ... I love when that happens.

 

So, the hard part will be deciding upon which two items to buy.  Here, a sampling of some "gorgeousness" that just may strike your fancy:

 

•  High Line Eau de Parfum - The scent of bergamot, purple love grass, Indian rhubarb, red leaf rose, tulip, grape hyacinth, wildflowers, green grasses and bur oak … and urban renewal (was new to counters in March). 50 ml $145, 100 ml $220
• The Scent of Peace Candle - Sparkling grapefruit, black currant, lily of the valley, mellowed with base notes of cedarwood and musk. $95
• Chinatown Body Silk - The unspeakably lush cream is a sumptuous body smoother that simultaneously soothes the skin; rich in perfume with notes of peach blossoms, gardenia, tuberose, patchouli, cardamom. 200 ml $115

 

 

 

Also, be sure to be on the lookout for Bond No. 9's newest fragrance launch Andy Warhol Montauk in June 2010, just in time for Father's Day.  An androgynous male-female perfume, fresh and tangy initial flavors of blueberry and wild bergamot give way, first to sultry, sexy hyacinth, lily of the valley, and honeysuckle, and then to rich, clean forest-by-the-sea aromas—silver maple, red oak, driftwood, and amber.

 

 

 

Visit Bond No. 9 online for more information and to shop their fabulous library of fragrances.

H&M Against Aids Tribal Necklace

Stradivarius Cropped Jacket

H&M Against Aids African Necklace

White Vest

JLo Jeans

Wooden Bangles

Jessica Simpson Pumps

Carrera Sunglasses

Last week I've been tagged by one of my beloved beauty bloggers, Vaida, to answer the following 12 questions, so, here we go:

1. What shoe size are you? I am a EU 38.5
2. Where do you work? I study English Literature and Culture at the University of Thessaloniki, I work at the library of the faculty, and I am translating a book. Yeap, I am a busy girl.
3. Favorite piece of clothing you own? A Levi's jean jacket, individualized by me. I have it ever since I was 12 years old and it carries a long history. You'll see it in my next post.
4. Your favorite blog? It changes every single then. But I have enough love for everybody!
5. Do you have any pets? No, but I'd love to.
6. How many siblings do you have? A younger sister, Sandra. 
7. If you could live anywhere, where would it be? Milan, without a doubt!
8. What were you doing before this? Defrosting my refrigerator. 
9. Your favorite food? Oh, I love pasta combined with anything, plus fresh fish, yummy!
10. Do you have a middle name? No, but my full name is Effrosini.
11. Your favorite websites? I am in love with lookbook.nu and I am not a member yet!
12. Who do you tag? Consider yourselves tagged guys, I would love to read your answers!

I would like to send a big thank you note to Niki, for sending me all those wonderful stuff, made by her talented hands. Thank you sweetheart, as long as I will have time I will post some looks too! You can check out her designs here.

PS1: Sorry for being a bad blogger lately, I have no free time at all, exams are on the way.
PS2: The necklace I'm wearing is a piece of the H&M campaign against Aids, which I loved, I bought some other things too, so stay tuned! Did you get anything too? I'm curious!

PS3: Can you suggest me a good camera, I can carry in my purse, easy to use and able to do a great job concerning blog pictures? That would be a great help.

Eat, Pray, Love Lancome's Newest Pretty Woman Ambassadress on Oprah Monday!

Actress Julia Roberts, known around the world for her talent, charm and smile, is the newest Lancôme ambassadress.  Take a look at Lancome online and peek at some of her favorite products: Dual Finish Versatile Powder Makeup in Matte Linen I, Definicils High Definition Mascara in Black and L'Absolu RougeAdvanced Replenishing & Reshaping Lipcolor Pro-Xylane SPF 12 Sunscreen in Fleur Impressioniste.

Julia will be on Oprah Monday, May 24th talking about her highly anticipated adaption of "Eat, Pray, Love," which by the way I am chomping at the bit to see! I mean, seriously cannot wait for this to come out. 

Eat, Pray, Love is one of those books that has the ability to completely change the reader's life.  Written by author Elizabeth Gilbert, the best-selling memoir takes us along for what becomes a very personal, spiritual journey.

Liz Gilbert (Julia Roberts) had everything a modern woman was supposed to dream of having - a husband, a house, a successful career - yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. One might say, the female version of the sterotypical male mid-life crisis. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India; and finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.  Eat, Pray, Love proves there really is more than one way to let yourself go and see the world.

Eat, Pray, Love ... Let Yourself Go! The film stars Julia Roberts, James Franco, Richard Jenkins, Viola Davis, Billy Crudup and Javier Bardem. Adapted to film by Sony Pictures and directed by Ryan Murphy, it will open in theatres August 13, 2010. 

Timely, isn't it? As the summer begins to set and autumn's trees and foliage soon change colors in preparation for the death of one period and the gestation of another full of promise and rejuvenation. Well, while you're waiting for what hopes to be a spectacular film experience, tune in to Oprah Monday and hear what Julia has to share about marriage, family, her new film and hopefully some deliciousness about her new role as Lancome ambassadress.

For more information about Julia's confident, naturally elegant look, visit Lancome USA online for the products, how-to tips and the behind-the-scenes video.

Hunter.

From a John Galliano Image for Dior circa May 2002.
From a Steven Klein photo of Natalia Vodianova.

GILT GROUPE: Cynthia Rowley On Sale Tonight!

Who doesn't love a quick Sunday evening shopping spree of fashion's elite designs deeply discounted all from the comfort of your own home? Poor yourself a glass of wine and enjoy!

Gilt Groupe brings us Cynthia Rowley starting at 8 pm CT tonight.

Cynthia Rowley was seven when she constructed her first dress, and as a senior at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, she sold her first collection, consisting of eight pieces, to some of New York’s most prestigious stores. Today, Rowley is one of the most recognized personalities in fashion, having been honored by the CFDA and boasting appearances on Oprah and Letterman. Her girlish but sleek designs have been featured in Harper’s Bazaar, W and Vogue.



Peekaboo mesh, ribbons and satin-y flounces are a few of the design details on the party-perfect lineup from this master dressmaker. There are plenty of little black dresses and you’ll want to get your hands on every girly iteration. For a bit of color therapy, these fuchsia wrap skirts and printed taffeta shorts are just the things to bring the happy.

Cynthia Rowley on SALE Sunday, May 23rd!

Click HERE to shop beginning at 8 pm CT

REVIEW: Infusion Organique Sands of Morocco Parfum

Exotic and sweet!

Sands of Morocco is blended using fresh vanilla first brought to Morocco by the French in the time of the Berber Kings and incorporates aromatic sandalwood and warm oak moss with a touch of organic lemongrass oil and ylang-ylang to create a warm, rich scent drenched in sweetness.

If you're one who likes a subtle fragrance, this is not for you. However, if you're of the variety who adores being transported with one slow inhalation to lands exotic, where images of robed men and women atop camels crossing the ancient Sahara bearing spice-filled ceramic bowls laden in gold and hand-laid enamel, then Sands of Morocco is your magical elixir.  With its warmth, sweet, rich character, this is a decidedly autumn/winter scent, though those of you living in cool, moderate climates yearlong may be able to indulge in this exotic aroma with more regularity.

Notes

Top: tangy lemon zests

Middle: delicate lily of the valley, sweet rose blossoms, ylang-ylang

Bottom: creamy french vanilla, exotic musk, sensual sandalwood, warm oakmoss

Infusion Organique's packaging is exquisite. In fact, their beautiful bottles, containers and boxes may call to you before you even have a chance to breathe in their aromatic scents. The brand is the passionate brainchild of industry veterans Ron Chavers and Carole Vialars, brought to visual life under the astute art direction of Carole's sister, Gladys.

They are quick to point out that their products are not 100% organic (insomuchas losing even a bit of efficacy was not in their mantra), but are paraben and sulfate free and infused with organic botanicals, fruit extracts and leading-edge scent/science skincare. These scents are not quick to fade so a little dab on pulse points will linger for hours upon your skin.

Infusion Organique offers four scents currently; in addition to Sands of Morocco there are:

• Buddha's Fig - infused with certified organic fig extract, rose-geranium essence, organic lemongrass oil and blended with essences of wood and amber
• Indochine - combines kumquat (Chinese for "golden orange") with peach, water lily, jasmine, muguet and vanilla, as well as certified organic grapefruit extract and ylang-ylang essential oils
• Acai Rain - infused with tart berry accords of certified organic acai extract and sparkling organic orange oil with a blending of natural raspberry and currant, white peach, fresh greens and organic vanilla extract

Each scent is available in a petit parfum ($35), hand soap ($18), hand & body lotion ($20), home fragrance ($18), candle ($38) and scent diffuser ($56/$90).

For more information on the brand, visit Infusion Organique online and to shop their selection of beautifully fragranced products, visit b-glowing and Apothia.

images: Infusion Organique

LUCKYMAG GIVEAWAY: Enter to Win One of 40 Beauty.com Shopping Sprees

We all know the selection at Beauty.com is staggering: more than 250 brands, from high-tech skincare (Perricone MD, Kinerase, Peter Thomas Roth) to lavish perfumes and beautifully packaged gifts (like the lovely Fresh soap you see here). There’s also an impressive natural section, with sleek eco lines such as Origins, Intelligent Nutrients, and Ren Skincare (love all three of those brands by the way). And we love the new iPhone app, which effectively allows you to shop...anywhere. Get out! Really?

Lucky Mag always brings the goods and the month of June will be no different. Enter now for your chance to win one of 40 fantastic Beauty.com shopping sprees worth $250. Contest ends June 28, 2010.

Click HERE to enter!

Fuck! I think I'm in love.

I can only pretend that I have these items by putting them on my blog in pictures. Go. Shop. Because I cannot. Thank you ShopBop for sending me e-mails of temptation when I do not have a job. www.shopbop.com

Craziest heels I have EVER seen. Fucking nuts. Thakoon, you go!

Maybe??? They look hot on her legs, might not translate on mine.

This is me. Lace Sweatshirt. Subtle tomboy sex appeal.

Sick ring by Erin Wasson. She may be my next hero. Snakes.

I'll take a breast lift with that shirt, YOW!

Please, Go. Rock this shit! I wonder if they would appreciate my free advertising? Hopefully, it will all come full circle and someone will advertise my clothing when I become a designer to fuck with!!! xoxoxo