Feminine Gifts For The Sweetest Mom

imageAt one point in their lives, all mothers were small girls, teenagers, and young ladies themselves. As we get older, it’s interesting to see in what aspects you’re similar to your mother, and in what ways you two are total opposites. Perhaps your mother is just like you and finds joy and beauty in the sweeter, more feminine aesthetics like girly pink hues and fluttering ruffles and lace. Or maybe you’re like me and my mother, where we are friends everywhere but in the dressing room while I run for the edgy and shiny, and she turns to classic and floral. Maybe your mom is the type to match her pearls with a floral sheath, or likes ladylike colors and embellishments in her accessories repertoire. Perhaps she has the sweetest smile to match her disposition and tastes in fashion. Whatever the situation, let your mother be a girl again and get her something feminine and dainty for this Mother’s Day. Click on the slideshow to see some elegantly girlish gift ideas!

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Stylishly Practical Gifts For The Mom That Works So Hard

imageMom has always been the one I could count on and trust with everything. I knew that she always has my best intention in mind and everything she does is from pure love. All her hard work and days behind a desk or on the job have been to give me a better everything and this is the Mother’s Day to show mom you understand how much she does for you. A stylishly practical gift that mom can enjoy and that will make her day at work go smoother will show her how much you appreciate her and all that she has done. Anything from a stylish pair of flats to make her journey to and from more comfortable, or something unique to add a personal touch to her desk, you’ll find fashionable and practical gifts in the slideshow that will brighten mom’s work day!

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It’s Easy Being Green Today With Earth Day Themed Products!

imageI’ll be the first to admit that aside from choosing public transportation for my daily commute, I don’t excel at being eco-friendly or doing my part to minimize my carbon footprint. I mean well, but sometimes inconvenience, lack of know-how, or my love of hairspray just gets in the way. No matter what the excuse, today we can all pitch in and be more eco-conscious in our living in the hopes that it will influence more green efforts in the future, and not just on Earth Day! And that includes the way we shop, the clothes we wear, and the beauty products we use! In honor of Earth Day, I’ve compiled a slideshow of celebratory products, including this “Down to Earth” CC Skye eco tote that will revamp your shopping style, and Kiehl’s Biodegradable Liquid Cleanser which donates 100% of its profits to an eco systems charity! Take a look at the slideshow for 10 Earth Day products that will green-ify your style!

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Erin Cole Is The Fairy Godmother Of Weddings

imageJust when you thought finding Prince Charming was difficult, finding your wedding gown may have you wishing that Bib-Bid-Dee Bob-Bid-Dee-Boo were real. Someone who knows your perfect gown just as flawlessly as a fairy godmother is Erin Cole, bridal stylist of the most exquisite of high-fashion. One thing Erin Cole has over your fairy godmother is the making of a Bib-Bid-Dee Bob-Bid-Dee-Beau-tiful bridal accessories collection that is both ornate and appropriate. From bridal distributor to brand, Cole’s collection features an unreal assortment of couture jewelry and headpieces. Yes, she’s got collections from top designers like Rivini and Jenny Packham to fashion your figure superiorly, but you’ll make jaws drop adorning her small-in-size yet grandiose-in-style accents. Even if her magical fitting services and gown suggestions aren’t within your budget, Erin Cole’s awesomely alluring accessories should not be overlooked!

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Hot In The Hive: I Am A Stuffed Animal Buddy!

imageSo the other day, I was complaining to my main boy-toy that I wished he could be more comfortable to cuddle with. I told him he should be softer, or “plusher”, if you will. I wished that he would stop fidgeting and moving around or breathing when I was trying to have a relaxing snuggle with him. He told me that I’d be better off getting a stuffed animal. Great idea! Not a problem! A company called, “I Am A Stuffed Animal”, can turn any of us that have a skeletal structure and nerve-endings into soft, pliable stuffed animals that can take on even the biggest of bear hugs. Simply send in a picture of you or your friends’ likeness and have a plush version sent back! Besides making perfect snuggle-buddies, I Am A Stuffed Animal Buddies also make unique and fun gifts for friends and family of all ages, even if they aren’t usually a fan of stuffed animals. Soft, funny and totally one-of-a-kind, I Am A Stuffed Animal Buddy will soon be the only one you’ll need around for a good round of hugs and cuddles … or use it as a doppelganger to blame any mishaps on!

Price: $69.00
Who Found It: Idabone was first to add the I Am A Stuffed Animal Buddy to the Hive.

(Not So) Sweet Valentine’s Day Gifts For Anti-Cupids

imageSo you don’t have a sweetie to spend this Valentine’s Day with. So what? Love is overrated anyway so join in the festivities with your single friends and have some fun and lots of laughs this weekend sans mushy poetry and sappy one liners. Heart candies and red roses are a dime a dozen (ok, a dozen roses may cost a little more than that) and we don’t usually go about buying these for ourselves, and getting or giving something romantic and sweet to a bestie or other unattached friend can be more awkward and strange than thoughtful and appreciated. So for those of us who don’t have a Valentine’s this year, or who are just generally against this Hallmark created holiday, here’s an array of funny, sarcastic anti-Vday gifts that are good for a laugh and will make you thank your lucky stars you don’t have to deal with a Valentine’s sweetie this year! Click the slideshow to see them all!

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Let Out Your Inner Seductress With Sultry Valentine’s Day Lingerie

imageAs much as sexy lingerie succeeds in shooting your confidence through the stratosphere, it’s not exactly comfy for everyday wear. I know they say pain is beauty, but itchy lace and corset boning digging into your love handles isn’t exactly what you want to be enduring for the sake of looking sexy on just any day of the week… unless of course it’s a special occasion! So this V-Day, swap your standard boyshorts for luxe lingerie and let that closet vixen come out, at least for the night! With slinky sheer babydolls and gorgeously flattering bra-and-panty sets, you (and your Valentine) will love your seductive new skivvies so much, you may never revisit another 5-for-$25 Pink panties deal ever again! Okay, that’s taking it a little far, but if you’re feeling tempted to bring out that V-Day temptress, check the slideshow for the picks!

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Valentine’s Cards From Paper Culture For Haiti Relief

imageIn the last year I’ve ordered cards from Paper Culture for several occasions. A friend’s baby shower, birthday parties, Valentine’s Day cards and of course our annual family Christmas cards. I love ALL of the designs from this cool new personalized card site. The designs of the cards are amazingly sophisticated and stylish. The best thing is that they will address and mail the cards for you. They will also add a personalized greeting, which by the way has sent many compliments my way. And yes, I am happy to take the credit! If you are shopping for Valentine’s Day cards, Paper Culture will donate 100% of this year’s Valentine’s Day Card proceeds to Haiti Relief. This is a wonderful way to send a Valentine’s greeting to your loved ones and to help send relief to those in need.

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Got V-Day Plans But Nothing To Wear? Check Out Our 10 Favorite Date-Ready Dresses!

imageWhile most Valentine’s Day cynics are more likely to be down in the dumps about their lack of romance, sometimes having a date in the bag is just as stressful! In fact, we singletons have it pretty good if you think about it — a Valentine’s Day boycott with your recently dumped gal-pals complete with Sex & The City on DVD doesn’t require the perfect going-out outfit! So if you do have plans for Hallmark’s biggest holiday but your current wardrobe just isn’t cutting it, I’ve put together a slideshow of February-festive dresses, for everything from a casual first date to the movies to a full-fledged night of painting the town red (do people still do that?). Okay, so you might not get pinched if you don’t dress according to this holiday’s color theme (at least I don’t think you will), but it’s still fun as long as you play it down and don’t turn yourself into a human valentine. Browse the slideshow for a collection of Cupid-approved dresses, perfect for your romantic night out!

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Keep Yourself Looking Cozy and Cute This New Year’s Eve

imageNot all of us are planning on spending New Year’s Eve in a swanky club in New York or LA, sipping champagne while a celebutante DJ spins the hottest tracks. Every year when the ball drops I’m usually up in the mountains sneaking in some snowboarding and just enjoying a snow-filled holiday. Being in the cold and snow makes wearing a sexy little sequined dress and sky-high heels rather impractical, yet I still want to have a little bit of NYE flair for the special night. If you’re like me and will be spending the holidays in somewhere cold and snowy, look to chic, warm knits and heavier soled shoes that are dressy, but still snowy weather practical. A knit camisole dress by 3.1 Phillip Lim shows just the right amount of skin while still having a thermal long underwear feel with the henley style buttons and wrap sleeve front. A digital plaid coat is warm and cozy for braving the elements and Tory Burch’s lug soled lace up boots will keep you more anchored than 5 inch Louboutins on icy patches will. But you can’t forget some traditional NYE sparkle and shine– a chunky jewel and chain necklace and some black tinsel striped tights will take care of that. Check out the slideshow to see how to get the look!

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