Source: http://www.penelope-cruz.org/2010/07/22/penelope-cruz-catchup/
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Pen�lope Cruz Catchup
I’d like to catch you up with the latest in Cruz News! Our girl was a little quiet for a while and now there have been some developments since my last updates. • First and foremost, one of my favorite couples, Pen�lope Cruz and Javier Bardem have gotten married! The longtime couple tied the knot [...]
Stella & Dot Winner
Thank you so much to everyone who entered the giveaway. The lucky winner happens to be Domestic Jenny who was lucky number 8. Congrats Jenny!!
Source: http://vivafullhouse.blogspot.com/2011/03/stella-dot-winner.html
Film: Vidal Sassoon The Movie
Where would gamines the world over be if Mia Farrow had never chopped her hair for Rosemary’s Baby in 1968? Thank Vidal Sasson for the iconic pixie cut and so many more great coifs. Even if you never owned one of his signature, still-chic, brown shampoo bottles, you’ll enjoy Vidal Sassoon The Movie.
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/03/film-vidal-sassoon-the-movie/
Book of the Week
Tina Barney is famous for her beautiful images, usually in a family setting where something is just ever-so-slightly off. Her latest book, Players, is a collection of her work since 1988. To see Tina’s photographs of Tory’s Spring 2010 collection, click here.
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/03/book-of-the-week-28/
Tonya Harding Is A New Mommy!
Tonya Harding, who gained fame in 1991 when she won the U.S. figure skating championship that year, is now a mom! According to The Oregonian, Harding delivered a baby boy in a c-section on Saturday, Feb 19th at Washington Sate Hospital. A close friend of Harding, Don Horn, say’s to the newspaper, “She’s always wanted [...]
Source: http://www.celebritybabies.info/index.php/2011/02/24/tonya-harding-is-a-new-mommy/
83rd Annual Academy Awards ? First Pictures
Pen�lope Cruz made her first public appearance since giving birth tonight at the 83rd Annual Academy Awards in Hollywood, California. Her husband Javier Bardem is nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role for Biutiful. The talented couple look gorgeous! The first photos of Pen�lope have been added to the gallery. More details regarding her [...]
Source: http://www.penelope-cruz.org/2011/02/27/83rd-annual-academy-awards-first-pictures/
Embroidery Never Looked So Good
I cannot stop staring at this gorgeous hand embroidery! This piece is part of the 'Turns of Speech & Figures of Phrase' series by MaricorMaricar. The series was inspired by lyrics misheard and mixed up and features lyrics borrowed from bands such as Blondie. It opened March 3rd and runs until the March 19th at Mart Gallery in Sydney, Australia. Check it out for me! I'm thinking they should get into pillows, I'd buy one!
Source: http://www.mimiandmegblog.com/2011/03/embroidery-never-looked-so-good.html
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
A Plea for Help: Trying to Put Together Ceremony Music!
With approximately 3.5 months to go until D-Day, 109 days to be exact, I started to freak out a little this week. I realized I have not done anything as far as the outline for the ceremony or the ceremony music. So I have been doing a lot of research online and I feel even [...]
Vanessa Hudgens Is Sexy In Silk At ?Sucker Punch? Premiere (PHOTOS)
Vanessa Hudgens, looking glamorous in Alberta Ferretti, and the Sucker Punch gang have taken their girl tour global. All of the main ladies from the film, including Abbie Cornish, Jena Malone, Carla Gugino, and Emily Browning were in attendance Wednesday at their London premiere at Vue Cinema in Leicester Square. So far there have been...Read more»Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2011-03-30/vanessa-hudgens-is-sexy-in-silk-at-sucker-punch-premiere-photos/
Patrick Wilson Works Out for 'Details' Magazine
Patrick Wilson pumps some iron in a feature for Details magazine’s latest issue, featuring cover guy Joe Jonas!
“I feel like I?m 15 again, and who doesn?t want that kind of fearlessness, recklessness, and physicality? I think that?s what everyone?s starving for,” the 37-year-old Insidious star shared, adding that he’s begun a workout with lighter weights [...]
“I feel like I?m 15 again, and who doesn?t want that kind of fearlessness, recklessness, and physicality? I think that?s what everyone?s starving for,” the 37-year-old Insidious star shared, adding that he’s begun a workout with lighter weights [...]
Source: http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/30/patrick-wilson-works-out-for-details-magazine/
John Cena Holding Party for 30 Make-A-Wish Kids
John Cena is giving 30 Make-a-Wish kids a huge celebration at Wrestlemania- TMZ
Selena Gomez talks having to start over - Just Jared Jr
The cast of Twilight is shooting a wedding reception scene - Lainey Gossip
See how many hours a day the Kardashians say they work - US Weekly
Lindsay Lohan gets up close and personal with [...]
Selena Gomez talks having to start over - Just Jared Jr
The cast of Twilight is shooting a wedding reception scene - Lainey Gossip
See how many hours a day the Kardashians say they work - US Weekly
Lindsay Lohan gets up close and personal with [...]
Source: http://justjared.buzznet.com/2011/03/30/john-cena-holding-party-for-30-make-a-wish-kids/
Spotlight On: Great Romances
Oh l?amour…. Valentine?s Day makes us nostalgic for all those great, historical love stories. Here, some of our favorites.
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/02/spotlight-on-great-romances/
'American Idol' results: Top 11 revealed
Tonight's American Idol show opens with a montage of the Idols talking about their childhood dreams. Astronauts, journalists, comedians ... and yes, a few singers.
The group sing is a mashup of "Born to Be Wild" and "Born This Way." Can you spot the theme? Then there is the weekly commercial for something or another that they have to do every week.
Montage of the Idols talking about languages, accents and pets. No, seriously. I'm not making a joke there.
Time for some results: Casey Abrams, Jacob Lusk and Lauren Alaina come forward. Ryan asks Randy for clarification about what singers can do to avoid being pitchy. He helpfully explains that "pitchy" means they are either flat or sharp. Jennifer Lopez chimes in that it sometimes happens when they can't hear themselves over the music on the stage, "but we're going to work on that next week." Fakeout, they're all safe!
Haley Reinhart and Paul McDonald are next. Haley's in danger, and Paul is safe.
Reigning American Idol Lee DeWyze next hits the stage to debut his new song, "Beautiful Like You." Hi, Lee! It seems like a lot more than a year since you won, but I've been really busy.
Results again: Scott McCreary is safe. Pia Toscano? Safe. James Durbin, also safe.
Stefano Langone and Naima Adedapo come forward. Stefano is safe, and Naima is in danger.
Lastly, Karen Rodriguez and Thia Megia hit the stage. Thia's safe, Karen is not.
The Black Eyed Peas debut their new single, "Just Can't Get Enough," with some help from string players in extremely high-waisted pants.
In the bottom three are Karen Rodriguez, Naima Adedapo and Haley Reinhart.
Naima learns she is safe, as is Haley. Karen has to sing for her life and possibly earn the judges' save. She sings Mariah Carey's "Hero." She gives it her all, and she's OK, but it's not enough. Randy says it is "not unanimous," which means someone wanted to save her. But one vote isn't going to do it.
What do you think about the results?
The group sing is a mashup of "Born to Be Wild" and "Born This Way." Can you spot the theme? Then there is the weekly commercial for something or another that they have to do every week.
Montage of the Idols talking about languages, accents and pets. No, seriously. I'm not making a joke there.
Time for some results: Casey Abrams, Jacob Lusk and Lauren Alaina come forward. Ryan asks Randy for clarification about what singers can do to avoid being pitchy. He helpfully explains that "pitchy" means they are either flat or sharp. Jennifer Lopez chimes in that it sometimes happens when they can't hear themselves over the music on the stage, "but we're going to work on that next week." Fakeout, they're all safe!
Haley Reinhart and Paul McDonald are next. Haley's in danger, and Paul is safe.
Reigning American Idol Lee DeWyze next hits the stage to debut his new song, "Beautiful Like You." Hi, Lee! It seems like a lot more than a year since you won, but I've been really busy.
Results again: Scott McCreary is safe. Pia Toscano? Safe. James Durbin, also safe.
Stefano Langone and Naima Adedapo come forward. Stefano is safe, and Naima is in danger.
Lastly, Karen Rodriguez and Thia Megia hit the stage. Thia's safe, Karen is not.
The Black Eyed Peas debut their new single, "Just Can't Get Enough," with some help from string players in extremely high-waisted pants.
In the bottom three are Karen Rodriguez, Naima Adedapo and Haley Reinhart.
Naima learns she is safe, as is Haley. Karen has to sing for her life and possibly earn the judges' save. She sings Mariah Carey's "Hero." She gives it her all, and she's OK, but it's not enough. Randy says it is "not unanimous," which means someone wanted to save her. But one vote isn't going to do it.
What do you think about the results?
Oval Wave Ring
The sweet coral shade of this oval wave ring makes this edgy design a bit more feminine. It goes perfectly with a lovely summer dress or a boho vintage piece. The ring is available at Topshop. Oval Wave Ring
Source: http://ringoblog.com/ring-by-type/cocktail-rings/oval-wave-ring/
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'The Amazing Race' recap: From China to India
Bucky's back with a recap of tonight's TAR:
Here we are at the … what? I’ve sort of lost count … 6th leg, I think, of The Amazing Race.
The teams leave the Pit Stop, with the Cowboys departing first at 2:14 and Zev & Justin departing last at 4:10. Teams must go to a tea shop and have a tea tasting, which Phil tells us (but not them) will play an important part in a later challenge.
From the tea tasting the teams all catch the same flight to Kolkata, India, where a bunch of maniac cab drivers race them to Town Hall for their next clue. Of course, Town Hall is closed and won’t open until the next morning at 10 a.m. So the teams all camp on the street. Reality Check commenter Capt. Jack has noted that it seems the show is doing things to save money this season and here, again, is an example of that. No hotel bill for CBS tonight.
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
10 Minutes with an Entrepreneur: Tory Burch
Tonight the Tory Burch Foundation is hosting our second mentoring event with Accion USA. Ten mentors will share their career experience with budding female entrepreneurs. To kick the evening off we turn to our in-house expert, Tory. If you have a question for her please email us. See the feature…
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/02/10-minutes-with-an-entrepreneur-tory-burch/
'The Bachelor' finale: Brad makes a decision
I haven't been following this season of The Bachelor all that closely. A number of my friends who have been watching have all been rooting for one outcome: for him to pick Emily.
I'll link to the Showtracker's full recap tomorrow, but if you are seeking an early look at what happened, here it is. (SPOILER ALERT)
After visiting with his family and talking extensively with them, Brad did indeed to propose, and it was indeed to Emily.
What do you think about these developments?
Edited to add: I'm coming back after seeing the "after the rose" special to ask if anyone else was totally put off by people's reactions to Emily? When she admitted that she wasn't ready to get married today, and the audience recoiled in shock (with an "ooooooooh"), I kind of couldn't believe it. They haven't been able to be in public together until now. Why would she want to get married to someone she hasn't even been out to dinner with in a regular setting? I thought she was being perfectly reasonable -- and nervous to be under such scrutiny. But the whole setup became so awkward, and it didn't need to be.
And while it was nice to bring back the successful Bachelor couples to give them advice, it just felt a little premature to be deciding that the relationship was in trouble. She has a child! She has a responsibility to be sure this is the right thing to do before going through with it. I was just beyond irritated with the premise that she was doing something wrong or acting inappropriately.
About our colleagues and customers in Japan
From Jonathan Klein, Getty Images Co-founder and CEO:
The news of the recent devastation in Japan has stunned and saddened all of us at Getty Images over the past few days. The uncertainty that lingers as this crisis unfolds is incredible, and it is a situation we are watching closely.
I am comforted to know that our [...]
The news of the recent devastation in Japan has stunned and saddened all of us at Getty Images over the past few days. The uncertainty that lingers as this crisis unfolds is incredible, and it is a situation we are watching closely.
I am comforted to know that our [...]
Source: http://blog.gettyimages.com/2011/03/17/getty-images-ceo-on-our-colleagues-and-customers-in-japan/
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83rd Annual Academy Awards ? Continued Coverage
Plenty more photos of Pen�lope Cruz and Javier Bardem at the Oscars have been added. Check out a few video clips of her on the red carpet after the break.
Source: http://www.penelope-cruz.org/2011/03/01/83rd-annual-academy-awards-%e2%80%93-continued-coverage/
Fashion Week: Alexander McQueen
Today, the last front row seats were folded up and put away in Paris, bringing an end to the Fall 2011 runway season. Here, one of our favorite looks from Sarah Burton’s dramatic Alexander McQueen collection.
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/03/fashion-week-alexander-mcqueen/
Tory On?Suits
Spring is all about the return of the suit. See how Tory wears it…
Blogger: Natsu
Designer/blogger Natsu at our show.� Check out her blog, “LOVE by Natsu.”
Monday, March 28, 2011
Eva Longoria Jewelry: Tear Drop Earrings
Large and in charge, these designer Claudia Lobao Tear Drop earrings look beautiful on the very beautiful Eva Longoria. They have a whopping 3 inch drop and are made of 18k gold plating or sterling silver. I say, go for the gold! Find these designer tear drop earrings at Shop Rumors: Here Eva Longoria Jewelry: [...]
Source: http://ringoblog.com/other-jewelry/earrings/eva-longoria-jewelry-tear-drop-earrings/
Big Boi, De La Soul to Join Soundset 2011 Lineup
Filed under: Hip-Hop, Hip-Hop News, Tours and Concerts
While the Minnesota concert has already gained a solid reputation as a celebration of non-mainstream acts, this year's roster of talent ups the ante with the inclusion of some beloved out-of-town performers. In addition to Big Boi and De La Soul, the Eminem-cosigned supergroup Slaughterhouse, Curren$y and XXL's 2011 Freshman Class standout Mac Miller will also rock the crowd at the May 29 show.
Source: http://www.theboombox.com/2011/03/28/big-boi-de-la-soul-to-join-soundset-2011-lineup/
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Social Network?s Armie Hammer to Play a Prince, in Snow White Movie
(HMG Celebrity News) -� The Social Network star, Armie Hammer, 24, has been cast as Prince Andrew Alcott in Snow White, the upcoming (June 2012) film featuring Julia Roberts as the evil Queen. This version is being billed as a modern retelling of the Brothers Grimm story: “After her evil stepmother kills her father and [...]
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/HotMommaGossip/~3/hOvAFEOMhHc/
Alarm Clock Ring
Up for wearing something cute and whimsy? How about this burnished alarm clock shaped ring? I’d pick this one when I’m tired of wearing flower pieces and animal inspired rings. It’s unpredictably fashionable, don’t you think? You can get this from Topshop. Alarm Clock Ring
Source: http://ringoblog.com/ring-by-type/fun-rings/alarm-clock-ring/
Weekly Roundup: Liz Taylor, Vera Wang and Rachel Zoe
Saddened by the news that we lost a Hollywood legend, we said farewell to Elizabeth Taylor earlier this week. Similar to many of her movies, Liz Taylor lived a life full of romance, success and even drama. She was iconic for her beauty and style, and will always be remembered warmly in our hearts. Visit [...]
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'American Idol' results: Who's going on tour?
On tonight's American Idol, we'll learn who is going to end up in the Top 10.
We see that Marc Anthony was their mentor this week, giving them some feedback about how to use the stage and the in-ear mikes and all kinds of stuff. (We also see that he didn't always agree with wife Jennifer Lopez's feedback. Hmm.)
The group sing follows with the Motown theme from last night with "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," though there seem to be a few technical issues (Lauren and Casey's part, when they're in the stands, is quite quiet in the middle). Then a door opens, and there's Stevie Wonder! He sings "Signed Sealed Delivered" with the Top 11, and I think it was a bit of surprise for the judges because they look pretty stunned. Love it! Speaking of surprises, Stevie makes Steven Tyler stand up and they start singing "Happy Birthday," presenting him with a painting and a cake.
Ford music video, blah blah, let's get to the results:
The Countess of Glamour: Captured On Film!
Our friend, Ari Seth Cohen, recently brought his blog, Advanced Style, to life by collaborating on a short film with videographer, Lina Plioplyte. Featured on the luxury website, Nowness, is our very own Countess of Glamour, Lynn Dell, who portrays the best of baby boomer style!
Advanced Style: Age and Beauty
The Fashion Blog’s Doyennes Give a [...]
Advanced Style: Age and Beauty
The Fashion Blog’s Doyennes Give a [...]
Source: http://www.offbroadwayboutique.com/blog/countess-of-glamour-film/
63rd Annual Cannes Film Festival
Pen�lope Cruz discreetly attended the Cannes Film Festival this year. She was mostly in support of boyfriend Javier Bardem who’s new film Biutiful was premiering. She attended the film’s screening by slipping in a secret entrance and not walking the red carpet but was spooted inside with Javier and later photographed exiting. And yesterday she [...]
Source: http://www.penelope-cruz.org/2010/05/24/63rd-annual-cannes-film-festival/
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Found: the perfect, utterly gorgeous 1920s inspired dress
? Day 64 of Vintage 365 ?
The 1920s were a phenomenal decade. It's impossible to adequately sum them up in a few lines (and indeed many splendid books are devoted to this decade of transformation), but I know that when I reflect upon the roaring 20s, I'm met with thoughts that are often equally divided between great literary works and stellar fashions.
To me the clothes of the 20s had in common with those of the 1960s the fact that they ushered in a very new (one might say "radical") way of dressing - particularly for women. By and large, by the time the twenties zipped into town faster than a Model T down a dusty back road, most women had shed off the elaborate corsetry and related layers of undergarments (petticoats, crinolines, etc) that had been much in use still up until the end of the Edwardian period. Hemlines were inching ever higher - much as hairstyles were growing increasingly shorter.
It is perhaps all too easy to reflect upon the 1920s and call to mind nothing but an endless string of flapper girls and Ziegfeld Follies style vixens, and while such women and the looks they sported were indeed a central part of the decade, not all women on the 20s adopted such "new age" styles. Yet, that didn't mean that those women weren?t still very fashion forward in their own wonderful way.
The 1920s saw the widespread adoption of loser cute garments, lightweight fabrics, tiered layers, cloche hats, dark lipstick, and a fad for ethnically inspired pieces (e.g., styles that channelled Egypt, ancient Greece, and the Orient). Today most of the looks of the 20s seem very tame, but in their day they were ground-breaking and they deserve to serve as a continual source of wardrobe inspiration for today's world.
If like me however, you just don't have the thin-as-a-rail figure to effectively pull off a flapper's short-skirted dress, or if you're looking for a style that's a bit easier to pull off on a regular basis, I may very well have found the perfect dress amongst the fantastic offerings on Buffalo Gal Vintage's website.
Made of the softest, most ethereally enchanting layers of (what looks to me to be) chiffon in a whisper faint lavender hue, this incredible 1920s inspired dress (seen above) is the kind of flattering style that a great many figure types can pull off immensely well.
Striking the perfect balance between romance and practicality, this sophisticated frock would be stunning for a garden party, summer wedding (either as a guest or the bride!), church event, baby shower, evening date, trip to the theater, art gallery show, or any number of other outings that call for timelessly beautiful style.
Available in ladies sizes Small to XL (all of which are generously cut, thanks to the flowing drape of this elegant frock), this gorgeous 1920s style dress (which features a tie front, scoop neckline, embroidery, and ribbon detailing) is available for $167.00 from Buffalo Gal Vintage.
I look at this dress and am inspired; it captures the best of 1920s fashion in a cut, hue and style that are every bit as timeless and romantic as any flapper girl, FitzGerald character or dancing Folly could ever be - making it the perfect frock for any 1920s loving vintage lass.
Source: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2011/03/found-perfect-utterly-gorgeous-1920s.html
Flattering Skirts for your Figure....
I recently read this cool article on Women's Health Mag that gave some tips on finding the most flattering skirt style for your figure and thought I'd share. So if you are....
Curvy: If you can find a skirt with a double belt detail, it helps accentuate a small waist. An elastic waistband and an easy cargo fit won't constrict a curvy figure. Finally, play up hourglass proportions with a tulip shaped skirt.
Straight: Skirts with horizontal stripes or tie-dye patterns tend to add oomph to straight silhouettes, creating a hipper look. Also, playful tiers lend volume to slim hips.
Pear: Skirts with fullness at the hem draw eyes away from the hips. Additionally, A-lines disguise the ample hips and thighs of a pear shaped figure.
Athletic: Femme up your figure with a skirt that has an oversized bow or a busy print which adds dimensions. Also, a skirt with an A-line wrap style accommodates muscular thighs.
Source: http://www.vivafashionblog.com/2011/03/flattering-skirts-for-your-figure.html
Bill & Giuliana Rancic?s House Sells for $4.6m and More News
Reality-TV Stars Bill and Giuliana Rancic Sell Their Home for $4.6m: CBB. Woman With Too Much Money Pays $175,000 to Replicate Carrie Bradshaw’s Closet from Sex and the City 2: Shine. Tracking Down the Original “Golden Girls” House: Iamnotastalker. Vidal Sassoon’s Iconic Richard Neutra House in Bel Air: Architectural Digest. 10 Ways You Can Clutter [...]
Source: http://hookedonhouses.net/2011/03/18/bill-giuliana-rancics-house-sells-for-4-6m-and-more-news/
Vogue (Paris) ? May 2010 Scans!
We now have some low res scans from Vogue Paris’ May issue featuring Pen�lope Cruz on the multiple-covers and as guest-editer. Thanks to ‘picoloro’ for these! Remember, if you have higher quality versions (or the bonus covers!) please considering donating them as I do not have access to this issue myself. The photoshoot inside is [...]
Source: http://www.penelope-cruz.org/2010/05/01/vogue-paris-may-2010-scans/
Nashville Stars Donate Clothes To Animal Charity
Written by Delinda Lombardo
Nashville has a new star by the name of Lori Elam, a remarkable woman inspired by the loss of her pets to open a new consignment shop that sells clothing donated by country music artists and celebrities in efforts to raise money for animal rescue efforts.
“When I lost those two [pets], I met this world of people who are out there saving animals. They educated me on how animals were being treated and being euthanized, and it was a whole other culture that I was not aware of,” Elam told the Tennessean.
Elam’s celebrity consignment shop Estrella will open in May on 12South Avenue.
The nonprofit consignment shop is already well stocked. Items available include country singers James Otto’s biker helmet, Kellie Pickler's autographed T-shirt; and over 150 pieces of clothing, hats and shoes from celebrities such as Miley Cyrus, Emmylou Harris, Rascal Flatts member Jay DeMarcus, Christian artist Amy Grant and singer Naomi Judd.
All profits from the ‘Estrella’ boutique will benefit Noah’s Ark Society, a nonprofit that Elam and her husband, Wade, founded in late 2010 to feed, care for and nurse to health cats, dogs, horses, rabbits and birds.
Find out more here.
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- Celebrity Faces Make A Heart For Charity
- Miley Cyrus Launches New Celebrity Charity Auction
- Country Stars Go Blue For Colon Cancer Charity
- Elton John Announces Annual Celebrity Charity Oscar Viewing Party
- Celebrities Support Red Cross For Christmas
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Source: http://www.looktothestars.org/news/6011-nashville-stars-donate-clothes-to-animal-charity
A Plea for Help: Trying to Put Together Ceremony Music!
With approximately 3.5 months to go until D-Day, 109 days to be exact, I started to freak out a little this week. I realized I have not done anything as far as the outline for the ceremony or the ceremony music. So I have been doing a lot of research online and I feel even [...]
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with these gorgeous vintage inspired peep-toe pumps
? Day 74 of Vintage 365 ?
Just because St. Patty's Day is one of those holidays - much like Valentine's Day and Halloween - that we don't get off from work (seriously, why not? We're so starved for statutory holidays over here in North America!), doesn't mean it isn't every bit as worthy of celebrating as say those we do.
Whether you're veins course with Irish blood or you merely embrace the Irish spirit for a day on March 17th, St. Pat's is one of those good times, have a blast, cheer with the best of them holidays that is definitely further enhanced by the wearing of verdant hues that instantly call to mind the pastoral landscape of Ireland (trust me, I lived in Ireland for two years, they really are that green!), meadows blossoming with clover (shamrocks), and the emerald band that appears in the Irish flag.
If however, you're not too keen on kitschy shamrock shaped glasses, comically oversized stovepipe hats, and novelty t-shirts soliciting smooches because you're Irish, fear not, it's still entirely possible to go green on St. Patrick's Day in a way that would make any Irishman's heart swell with pride.
Personally, I stick with my usual vintage style, however I make sure to reach for pieces in hues of green and gold. The thought hit me the other day however, that I don't currently own any green vintage shoes!
Given that we?re just two days away at this point, it may be too late to remedy that issue for this St. Patty's Day. However, I found a pair online that would look ravishing on absolutely any March 17th!
Cut in a sleek, sophisticated style that instantly calls to mind similar shoes from the 1940s and 50s, these classy Nina Culver peep-toe pumps - in a shade called Apple Green - are so gorgeous you'll want to sport them on St. Pat?s Day and all 364 other days of the year, too!
Made of satin, featuring a lovely crossed band section over the toe area, and a 2.25 inch heel, these feminine green pumps cost $79.95 and are available from Zappos in ladies full and half sizes in 5-11.
They would look ravishing paired with shades of brown, ivory, cream, white, rust, teal, navy, denim, black, and peach (to name but a few), and would definitely show your of Irish spirit if you wore them on St. Patrick's Day (and if you ask, me they're worthy of a kiss from a fine Irish gent far more than any t-shirt! 
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Source: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2011/03/celebrate-st-patrick-day-with-these.html
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'American Idol' recap: Top 13 perform
Janell reports on last night's American Idol. I thought some of the kids did their own idols proud; others, not so much:
Season 10 Top 13 recap, people! We made it to another milestone. The sands of the hourglass keep on trickling down, just like Socrates said. Actually, as I recall, he phrased it thusly: “Dust. Wind. Dude.” Thanks for the history lesson, Bill and Ted. Party on. In recognition of how far we’ve come, and of how far we have yet to go, I’m going to make a pledge to you, the recap-reading audience. I will attempt to correctly identify every song covered tonight. This may mean actual research. Yes, I want to be your one-stop source for both correct song titles and descriptions of Steven Tyler’s outfits. Let’s see how well I do.
Man, the show does not give us a very long full-body shot of the judges as they walk out. Steven is wearing a white shirt with almost see-through swirly patterns, and it’s tied at the waist. Over that is a black blazer with a leopard print pocket square, and he’s wearing jeans plus the usual Captain Jack dangly feathers and bobbles. Jennifer Lopez is wearing a cute grey party dress with black polka dots, and she is owning the bright red lipstick. Randy Jackson is wearing a letterman sweater with questionably artistic holes in it.
Ryan informs us that the official countdown to the finale has begun. Isn’t that what I just said through Socrates? Tonight, the contestants will sing a song by their personal idol, and they will work closely with Jimmy Iovine and other producers. Let’s get started.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Javier Bardem ?Happy? About Pregnancy
At last, Javier Bardem has piped up about Pen�lope Cruz’s pregnancy. The actor finally spoke about his wife’s baby-to-be during a Sunday press conference in Rome for Eat Pray Love. “Yes, it’s true,” Bardem, 41, told reporters, according to Access Hollywood. “I am very happy.” After Cruz was snapped sporting a baby bump, a rep [...]
Source: http://www.penelope-cruz.org/2010/09/20/javier-bardem-happy-about-pregnancy/
Tory on The View
Set your DVRs now. Tory is going to be on The View this morning for “Fashion Friday,” talking about her favorite spring looks. Here, she’s behind-the-scenes with hosts Sherri Shepherd, Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg. Tory is wearing our special edition Japan Relief T-shirt?100% of the net proceeds of every T-shirt sold until [...]
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/03/tory-on-the-view-with-whoopi-goldberg/
Robot Drama
Robots have taken an important first step in dominating humankind. First, the IBM supercomputer known as Watson beat its human competitors on Jeopardy last week, proving what we already know: robots�smarter than us. To rub it in our human faces, robots found another activity to prove superior in: long distance racing.
This Thursday in Osaka, four [...]
This Thursday in Osaka, four [...]
Pictures of milla jovovich latest modern haircut styles
Milla Jovovich, a American SuperModel, Splendid Fashion designer and stunning Actress always changes the Looks as per her Jobs. She usually keeps her hair with brunette color and neatly cut.She maintains short and medium hair styles to give her a good Look. She uses the Short curly hair style to get a Girlish and touch-tomboy [...]
Source: http://www.eanext.com/hairstyles/pictures-of-milla-jovovich-latest-modern-haircut-styles.html
Birthday Girls Alyson & Satyana Hannigan: Family Birthday Celebration! (PHOTOS)
The insanely adorable mommy/daughter duo of Alyson Hannigan and little Satyana celebrated their 37th and 2nd birthdays (respectively) on Thursday March 24. It was a monumentous occasion for the Celebuzz crew, as Saty ranks extremely high among our favorite celeb kids. To celebrate the day we put up a gallery of some of their cutest...Read more»
The Strokes to write follow-up to ?Angles? in April
We waited five years for The Strokes to release their fourth album, Angles, this past Tuesday. But if we’re to believe the band, we won’t have to wait that much longer for their fifth. In an interview with UK radio station Xfm, bassist Nikolai Fraiture said The Strokes are looking to begin writing their next [...]
Source: http://blog.muchmusic.com/the-strokes-to-write-follow-up-to-angles-in-april/
observing obi for trim
Traditionally a obi is a sash worn with a kimono or with the uniforms used by practitioners of Japanese martial arts but I recently thought, "why not use them for a home decor project". As I was pursuing an obi on Ebay I realized that for the money and the impact that these would be a great option to trim home decor items such as drapes, tablecloths and some upholstery pieces. The men's obi also known as a kaku-obi is usually about 12 feet long by 3 inches wide and combined with the fact that I just won an obi on Ebay for .o1 (plus shipping) I am thinking that there will be some project I can use it for.
Really great trim can usually cost a pretty penny. In fact I think for a standard wide-band greek key trim it will run a minimum of about $10 a yard...which adds up fast.
Anyway I will let you know how it goes with my new kaku-obi. All of the above images are from Ebay. I just plugged in kaku obi and obi into the search engine in case you are interested.
The above drapes are from Grant Gibson's place as seen in the the The New York Times.
Source: http://vivafullhouse.blogspot.com/2011/02/observing-obi-for-trim.html
Friday, March 25, 2011
Russell Brand: Marriage is 'mundane' but 'spectacular'
Comedian and actor Russell Brand gushes about his wife in the new issue of Details magazine, but says admits that marriage is 'mundane'
He tells the mag that being married to his wife, pop singer Katy Perry, is "at once the mode mundane and spectacular thing in the world."
"There are a lot of areas where I've [...]
He tells the mag that being married to his wife, pop singer Katy Perry, is "at once the mode mundane and spectacular thing in the world."
"There are a lot of areas where I've [...]
Source: http://entertainment.blogs.foxnews.com/2011/03/24/russell-brand-marriage-is-mundane-but-spectacular/
Obama Locked Out Of The White House!
Barack Obama somehow found himself locked out of the White House. Obama had to yank at a set of doors, then walked past another before finally gaining access to the Oval Office. Whoops! Subscribe to the comments for this post? Share this on Facebook Grind this! on Global Grind Add this to Google Bookmarks Post [...]
Source: http://punchbowlblog.com/2011/03/26/obama-locked-out-of-the-white-house/
Big Turquoise White Jade and Hematite Cluster Ring
Talk about big! This is a large, long ring with a big cluster bundle of turquoise, white jade and black hematite. This is an adjustable ring with a band of silver platd copper. The and is wide and nickelfree. Find this large ring on Etsy: Here Big Turquoise White Jade and Hematite Cluster Ring
Source: http://ringoblog.com/ring-by-type/handmade-rings/big-turquoise-white-jade-and-hematite-cluster-ring/
Twins for Masterson and Davidson!
Mary Stuart Masterson is pregnant times two! The actress, 44, and husband Jeremy Davidson are reportedly expecting twins this summer. Davidson, the Army Wives star recently told E! Online, “My family life at home in Brooklyn is becoming more involved; we’re actually pregnant with twins.”
The happy couple are parents to a 17 month old [...]
The happy couple are parents to a 17 month old [...]
Source: http://www.celebritybabies.info/index.php/2011/03/09/twins-for-masterson-and-davidson/
Pirates of the Caribbean to be Filmed in 3D
Not surprising, Walt Disney Pictures has announced that the fourth installment of Jerry Bruckheimer’s popular action franchise Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, directed by Rob Marshall, will be filmed in Disney Digital 3D. Bruckheimer’s only previous 3D movie before that was last year’s G-Force. I think the news is kind of exciting, but [...]
Source: http://www.penelope-cruz.org/2010/05/24/pirates-of-the-caribbean-to-be-filmed-in-3d/
Sweet Sixteen
This little beauty just popped up on street style blog The Locals, and I can’t get over her. She’s a natural beauty, make-up free and flawless, and has that “casual, cool, laid back” look with just a hint of edge- yet totally approachable. And that head of thick waves is just to die for! Oh, [...]
Source: http://blog.needsupply.com/2011/03/24/sweet-sixteen/
Britney Spears Goes Sexy Chic for ?Femme Fatale? Pic (PHOTO)
Britney Spears‘ much anticipated Femme Fatale won’t be available for another few days, so rather than leave everyone hanging, Britney’s giving her fans the next best thing: A fabulous photo to tide them over. In the new promotional photo, Britney looks as sexy and glamorous as ever, donning elbow-high black leather gloves, a strapless dress...Read more»
Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2011-03-24/britney-spears-goes-sexy-chic-for-femme-fatale-pic-photo/
Sapphire Engagement Ring Style Guide
Sapphire engagement rings have seen a significant jump in popularity in recent months after the news of Prince William and Kate Middleton?s engagement.� The Prince presented his betrothed with an heirloom sapphire engagement ring from his mother, Princess Diana.� And while awareness of sapphire engagement rings has increased since the announcement, the British royal family [...]
Source: http://www.thenaturalsapphirecompany.com/Blog/sapphire-engagement-ring-style-guide
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Thursday, March 24, 2011
Russell Brand: Marriage is 'mundane' but 'spectacular'
Comedian and actor Russell Brand gushes about his wife in the new issue of Details magazine, but says admits that marriage is 'mundane'
He tells the mag that being married to his wife, pop singer Katy Perry, is "at once the mode mundane and spectacular thing in the world."
"There are a lot of areas where I've [...]
He tells the mag that being married to his wife, pop singer Katy Perry, is "at once the mode mundane and spectacular thing in the world."
"There are a lot of areas where I've [...]
Source: http://entertainment.blogs.foxnews.com/2011/03/24/russell-brand-marriage-is-mundane-but-spectacular/
Woman of Courage: Lara Logan
Today, we salute Lara Logan, a woman of courage.
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/02/woman-of-courage-lara-logan/
Vanessa Hudgens Sparkles at the Sucker Punch Premiere!
Dressed to the nines, Hollywood starlett Vanessa Hudgens looked gorgeous at the premiere for her new movie Sucker Punch. Wearing a sequin embroidered Jenny Packham gown, the actress literally shined. Her curled hair and minimalist accessories helped complete the elegant look. The 22 year-old looked absolutely stunning! It’s fresh to see younger celebrities pulling off [...]
Source: http://www.bestfan.com/blog/2011/03/vanessa-hudgens-sparkles-at-the-sucker-punch-premiere/
The Meet & Greet: Emily Jaye Rocks Out with ?Frentik? Energy (VIDEO)
Welcome to Celebuzz?s new feature, The Meet & Greet, where we sit down and chat with rising young stars of film, television and music before they hit the big time. Watch out for these future A-listers! Are you ready to rock?!? Emily Jaye is the frontwoman for Frentik – a self-defined word meaning “insane, violently mad (especially...Read more»
Source: http://www.celebuzz.com/2011-03-24/the-meet-greet-emily-jaye-rocks-out-with-frentik-energy-video/
Willie Nelson Records Rolling Stones Classic For Animal Charity
The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) has announced the exclusive release of the Rolling Stones’ classic “Wild Horses” – performed and produced by the legendary Willie Nelson and his family members.
Willie & The Nelson Family are donating the proceeds from the sale of the song to AWI’s campaigns on behalf of wild and domestic horses. Willie and the entire Nelson family are long-time supporters of AWI and its efforts to end horse slaughter and preserve the right of wild horses to roam free.
“The BLM has been rounding them up at an alarming rate, supposedly for their own good. Sadly, there are more wild horses in holding pens than in the wild. Something is wrong with that, so we must act now before the BLM has managed these magnificent animals into extinction,” said Willie Nelson. “It’s time for the cowboys to stand up for the horses.”
The Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act was enacted in 1971 to halt the disappearance of these iconic animals from public lands in the American West. Since then, however, over 20 million acres of land set aside by Congress for wild horses have been removed from their range, even as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) – the very agency charged with their protection – claims there is not enough land to support existing herds. The BLM is unnecessarily removing horses based on spurious claims of damage to range and other adverse impacts. The BLM’s mismanagement of America’s wild horses is largely designed to benefit a livestock industry that has for decades, exploited western public lands while profiting from massive subsidies funded by taxpayer dollars. Willie & The Nelson Family and AWI are calling on the BLM and the Obama administration to immediately halt all wild horse round-ups, restore the land provided by law to wild horses and to stop warehousing horses on private lands at even greater expense to the taxpayer.
“There is no greater voice than Willie Nelson when it comes to speaking for the underdog. For decades, Willie has fought to protect family farmers in America, while also advocating for the humane treatment of horses and other animals,” said Chris Heyde, deputy director of government and legal affairs for AWI. “We are so grateful for the support of Willie and the entire Nelson family and we hope this song will raise awareness of the deteriorating situation facing wild horses and help turn things around before they disappear from their lands forever.”
To download your very own copy of Willie & The Nelson Family singing “Wild Horses,” please visit www.awionline.org/willienelson today! You can download a copy from your favorite service such as iTunes, Amazon and CDBaby.
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- Farm Aid Launches Celebrity Charity Auction
- Willie Nelson Challenges Fans To Go Green
- Neil Young: MusiCares Person Of The Year
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Calling all canucks and fellow history buffs
? Day 81 of Vintage 365 ?
There are few topics in the whole universe that I love and devote my time to as much as history. From the earliest of ages, I've been enamoured with the past; insatiably curious to know what happened during the lifetimes of those who walked this earth before me. My love of all things vintage is an extension of the general adoration for history that I have, and indeed writing about historical events and figures is by far one of my favourite elements of creating this blog.
I'm always on the prowl for great sources of historical information and trivia (include who was born and who passed away on a certain date), and recently discovered a super handy Canadian On This Day website that lists numerous interesting historical facts for each day of the year - all of which have a Canadian slant to them.
{Amongst the various events that have taken place in Canadian history on March 22nd, one finds the birth in 1909 of the highly influential, prolific French Canadian author, Gabrielle Roy, whose ground-breaking novel Bonheur d'occasion (published in English as The Tin Flute), set in Montreal, is sometimes credited for laying the foundation for Quebec's Quiet Revolution in the 1960s. So great was Roy's impact on Canadian culture and history, that a quote from her, "Could we ever know each other in the slightest without the arts?", appears (in both English and French) on the back of the Canadian $20 bill, as a wonderful reminder for future generation of this insightful Canadian author.}
While the events that took place some dates may not always be earth-shatteringly interesting, others certainly are, and together they all work together to help weave the rich tapestry that is Canadian history.
If like me you can never get enough of the past and enjoy learning fun facts about Canadian history, than be sure to bop on over On This Day and bookmark it for any time you want to look up what happened on a particular day in this vast, delightful land of ours called Canada.
Source: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2011/03/calling-all-canucks-and-fellow-history.html
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Fashion Week: Hanneli Mustaparta
Model-turned-blogger Hanneli Mustaparta stars in Michael Palmieri?s fashion documentary, Hanneli at Fashion Week, for Tory Burch. Here, her inside take…
Source: http://blog.toryburch.com/2011/02/fashion-week-hanneli-mustaparta/
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Dome Bullet Ring Set
This ring comes in two pieces, but must always be worn together to achieve it’s full style. Individually, the rings are in half-dome shapes but worn together, it looks like this: The ring is featured with pav� crystals, set in a rhodium plated band. You can get this piece from Shopbop. Dome Bullet Ring Set
Source: http://ringoblog.com/ring-by-type/pave-setting-ring-by-type/dome-bullet-ring-set/
Embrace Daylight Saving Time with this elegant Pottery Barn alarm clock
? Day 71 of Vintage 365 ?
Remember that sweet little saying we learned in grade school, "Spring forward, fall back", that applies to remembering which direction in which to move your clocks come Daylight Saving Time? Well, given that tomorrow marks the day on which we need to (so the powers that be insist) whirl the hour hands on our clocks ahead by an hour, that expression has been bopping around in my brain all week.
I don't mind DST (also known in the UK as "Summer Time") too much, and certainly get why it's done (more daylight each day during the spring and summer, yay!) - yet there's no denying that at some point in our lives nearly every one of us will forget to move our clocks ahead (in the spring) or backwards (in the autumn; this year on Sunday November 6th) at least once.
Is that the end of the world? Most likely, no, but it can make you late (or early) for work, school, or any other early morning event. As such it helps to employ the use of a handy-dandy alarm clock that you've been certain to adjust accordingly for the time change the evening before (so in case of DTS this spring, that means setting your clocks forward an hour tonight - don't say I didn't remind you :) ).
Believing that nearly everything is better when it's vintage - or looks as though it could be vintage - I went in search of a delightfully old school approved alarm clock to help you, me and everyone else ensure they're fashionably ready for DST. After a spot of online hunting, I unearthed this rather gorgeous, gleamingly silver hued vintage alarm clock from Pottery Barn.
Posh to the point of being stately, this beautifully classic looking alarm clock is made from iron sheeting with a polished nickel finish, features subtle glow-in-the-dark tips on the minute and hour hands, and runs on just one little AA battery.
Called the Charleston Vintage Clock, this sophisticatedly lovely alarm clock (which sells for $39.00) would work exquisitely in an array of vintage and modern decors, and would definitely be one of the most stylish ways you could possibly "spring forward or fall back" come DST ever again!
Source: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2011/03/embrace-daylight-saving-time-with-this.html
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The exciting adventures of Cherry Ames, mystery solving WW2 nurse
? Day 82 of Vintage 365 ?
All right vintage lovin' gals, hands up if you read Nancy Drew detective stories as a youngster? (*Enthusiastically thrusts hand in the air*) Now, hands up if you read Cherry Ames stories?
While perhaps not as famous as Nancy Drew, Cherry Ames was another beloved fictional female youth who broke onto the literary scene in the mid-20th century. Written by Helen Wells and Julie Campbell Tatham (each authored different books as opposed to collaborating on a story together),the myriad novels these ladies penned chronicled Cherry?s exciting adventures, and were favourites of mine as a youngster.
Though both Nancy?s and Cherry's tales were ones centered around mysteries, Cherry (whose full name was Charity) was a young nurse (the first two books in the 27 title series cover her time spent in nursing school) who held nursing positions in a variety of places, always ready and able to solve any strange conundrum that befell said medical establishments.
Though Cherry Ames books were written until 1968, they began during the war-torn year of 1943, and thus many of this bright and ambitious young nurse's first escapades deal with the world war that was in full force at the time. While these days few would raise an eyebrow at the idea of a female character in a girls' storybook series being a go-getter of a career woman, back when Cherry burst on the scene such fictional characters were relatively few and far between.
Cherry Ames' stories always struck me as being a bit more mature (though still entirely child-friendly in every sense) than Nancy Drew. It was fun to run around the house pretending to claw through cobweb covered attics and find clues in old clocks alla Nancy, but Cherry was a character I felt more like I wanted to emulate when I grew up. She was as much a role model to me as a girl in the (comparatively progressive) 80s and 90s, as she'd been for those in the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s.
Whether you spent your youth thumbing through Cherry's tales or are just hearing about her for the first time today, you can quickly add a serious dose of vintage medical mystery charm to your (and/or your child's) bookshelf with the immensely lovely boxed sets of Cherry Ames books that I just discovered this week on Amazon.
Though recently manufactured, these delightfully lovely stories have been packaged with their original vintage cover art, and come housed in elegant boxed set holders that makes it instantly easy to place anywhere you'd like around the house.
A great place to start off your Cherry Ames collection is with the boxed set above, which contains the first four stories in this entertaining series. Comprised of a quartet of hardcover books, this wonderfully old school looking Cherry Ames boxed set is quite a steal at $26.37.
Whether you'd like to help Cherry solve exciting medical detective stories yourself or think you know a budding youngster with their eye towards becoming a nurse or doctor, these absorbing mystery novels are a seriously fun way to lose yourself in a great vintage book.
Source: http://www.chronicallyvintage.com/2011/03/exciting-adventures-of-cherry-ames.html
Givenchy F/W 2011
If this is Ricardo Tisci’s last collection for Givenchy, before moving to Dior, well than he is making his exit with a bang. The collection felt like a very new kind of streetwear, a super hard but still ultra feminine, luxury streetwear. The graphics really lightened up the some seriously femme fatale looks. I loved [...]
Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/cyanatrendland/~3/gkpu4-rO4Rw/
Bianca Bow Enamel Bow Ring
To me, this ring gets plus points for how pretty and cute it is. I fancy the bright yellow color and the style itself is different — fun and original, I’ve not seen quite like it. Truly an eye-catching piece, this is made of an enamel bow band with glass pearl dangling like a charm. [...]
Source: http://ringoblog.com/ring-by-type/designer-rings/bianca-bow-enamel-bow-ring/
Affordable Vintage Style Green Diamond Engagement Ring
If you find yourself drawn to this green diamond engagement ring, you’ll be smart to remember that you like a vintage style of ring. This has a lovely split shank. It’s a ring under 100 (well, at 100) because it’s made with sterling silver. If you need a temporary engagement ring, this would be perfect. [...]
Source: http://ringoblog.com/ring-by-type/engagement-rings/vintage-style-green-diamond-engagement-ring/
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