Havaianas For Summer 2009!

imageSince the Brazilian brand Havaianas in 2001 was introduced in the Netherlands there’s a big hype created around the brand. Havaianas flip-flops are true must-haves for your summer wardrobe. And the flip-flops are available in all shapes and sizes! The new collection for Summer 2009 is unique and surprising. The range has grown in variety compared to previous years. The collection is characterized by warm and summery colors, with shades of purple and gold. You also see the latest trends of this season in the sandals, like natural motifs (animals and flowers), the Roman style (braids and straps) and slippers with a wedge heel. The prices vary from 12 to 50 Euros. Since the Summer of 2007, we consistently absolutely love Havaianas flip-flops. They are really nice to your feet and have a thick sole which makes them comfortable and flexible. These hot new designs make it even more tempting to go stock up on Summer essentials now!

Click to check out more info about the Summer 2009 Havaianas from our friends at Girlscene.

Hot In The Hive: Ceci Est Un IT BAG from Longchamps

imageI think as “fashionistas”, we would all love to keep up on the latest “It” bag, dress like the latest “It” girls and always wine and dine at the latest “It” restaurants and lounges. With technology and society going as fast as it is, however, the latest “It” is always changing too. So, unless you are Paris Hilton or have the time and money like she does, you probably aren’t snatching up every $700+ bag that fashion gurus say you “must have”! There is a simple, chic and way more affordable way to have an “It” bag resting on your shoulder at all times. Longchamp is introducing their “It” bag, a durable, practical and super-chic tote that you know it an “It” bag because…. well, it says so! A picture of a stylish bag shape is printed onto the tote with the words “Ceci Est Un IT BAG” scrawled across. “Ceci Est Un IT BAG” translates into English as “This is an IT BAG!”. These “IT BAG”s come in varying sizes available in a white/ black or orange/black color combination. All the bags are trimmed in cowhide leather and start at $160 and go no higher than $500 for even the largest one! Check out Longchamp and get yourself the gift of the everlasting “It” bag now!

Price: $160 – $500
Who Found It: idabone was first to add the Longchamp “Ceci Est Un IT BAG” to the Hive.

Let Stylehive’s Stylescopes Get You Set For Summer Blockbuster Season!

imageAside from its abundance of flip-flops, short shorts, printed dresses and miniskirts, summer is also the season for some of the most anticipated movies of the year! Nothing beats a hot sweltering day like an impromptu movie date with the icy theater air conditioning on full blast! Not really a movie buff yourself? Let the stars be your guide (both Hollywood and celestial alike!) and get into gear for blockbuster season with a dose of Old Hollywood glamour and movie theater flair. Cancer girls can host their own movie marathons with an old-fashioned popcorn maker and, with the help of a high-quality curling iron by T3, Taurus ladies can recreate the pinup-style sausage curls of their favorite silver-screen sirens! Check the slideshow to see how your sign can get into the spirit of showbiz this week, just in time for the first wave of big-screen summer hits!

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Grad Gifts For Girls!

imageCongratulations! The high school crap is finally over– and it’s bittersweet. .There’s a parting of ways for a lot of you, an uncertainty about what you’re getting yourself into after a routine or home-style living, and definitely a sense of relief that you won’t have to carry around a hall pass again. Hats off to you, though, as we commemorate your maturity in personality and knowledge! These accomplishments certainly shouldn’t go without notice. A graduation gift should be something that inspires. Sure, any big electronic is going to be appreciated by the ‘rents, but a gift that goes past the expected can give the giftee a hopeful wish for the future. Something to help them pursue their dreams, or even just remind them of what a special gem they are in this big world are a great way to show your loved ones how proud of them you are. As for those of you who’ve just tossed your high school hats, these gifts are great for holding on to the memories you already cherish, as well as help you make more memories to last you the rest of your lives!

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The Personal Touch: Hand-Painted Vintage Clothing for Fashionistas

imageLet’s not kid ourselves…not every piece of vintage clothing we see is totally unique. When you’ve been buying and wearing vintage clothing as long as I have, you occasionally find yourself shopping the thrifts or online sites and seeing something very familiar. It takes just a moment and then you realize you either have the exact same item in your own closet or you’ve sold it in the past. And I’m always surprised how frequently this actually happens. So that’s why I’m a complete sucker for any hand-painted vintage pieces–each one is totally unique. And there’s something very special about wearing a custom-made piece that exhibits someone’s artistry. Just click the slide-show to see some amazing hand-painted vintage selections.

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Hot In The Hive: Dior Addict Spinning Lip Polish

imageI know what you’re thinking — what’s so “hot” about a regular tube of Dior lip gloss? Yeah, it’s pretty… but it’s also pretty expensive. What you may not be able to tell from this photo of a seemingly “regular tube of Dior lip gloss” is that the Dior Addict Lip Polish has undergone a rather unusual upgrade. In the spirit of bizarre new beauty gizmos like illuminating tweezers and vibrating mascara (which just sounds like a disaster waiting to happen, in my opinion), what used to be just your average sponge swab applicator is now a spinning “magic wand.” Yes, folks — the applicator rolls as you glossify, to apparently help you channel the application techniques of expert makeup artists (you know, just in case you have some kind of wrist deformity that won’t allow you to manually mimic the action on your own). For $30 a pop, even a gloss addict like myself isn’t convinced that my pucker is going to look much more “pro status” from this beauty tech boost, but hey — I guess I shouldn’t knock it till I’ve tried it!

Price: $29.50
Who Found It: xgalexy was the first to add Dior Addict Spinning Lip Polish to the Hive.

Sexy and Sweet Dana-Maxx Collections

imageIf you are looking for fun, flirty looks with hints of color in all the right places, Dana-Maxx’s collection is just your style! With a scoop of strawberry sorbet or a cupcake in hand, Dana-Maxx’s Spring/Summer clothing line will make any boy’s heart melt. Dana-Maxx’s collection captures the style conscience, fashion forward, woman who is looking for high quality pieces that are feminine, glam, and sophisticated! The timeless designs reflect the kind of woman the designer is herself; strong, sexy, fun, and fearless. The Dana-Maxx collection can easily adapt to fit different lifestyles, and her pieces can be worn alone or coordinated, for an easy transition from day to night. Each style focuses on a very close attention to detail and compliments a woman’s body. The collection ranges from size 2-12 and is sold at select specialty stores across the USA and Canada at a very reasonable price point! Dana-Maxx Pomerantz, founder and designer of Dana-Maxx, began her career working in design for icons Betsey Johnson and Marc Jacobs, then started her own company in early 2007.
To see more of Dana-Maxx’s designs or to learn more about the designer herself go to http://dana-maxx.com

From our friends at WhatsWear.

Buzzworthy Deals From Karmaloop, Tobi, Bluefly, and more!

imageThe sales never stop ending! There must be some sort of Shopaholic’s Anonymous out there for people like me. As much as I try to stop shopping, I just can’t quit it. And for those of you who have an addiction just like me, here are today’s Buzzworthy Deals. Click READ MORE to get all of them!

Huge warehouse sale – 50-85% off Karmaloop.com! Instant $20 OFF on Orders Over $100 with code: JUMBO, good until 5.31.09

Let’s get casual! Take 25% off casual wear (regular & sale) using the code CASUAL25 at Tobi.com.

If you missed it, 40% off everything (yes, everything!) at shopgoldyn.com! Ends Sunday, May 31.

Denim sale! $49.99 at Bluefly.com for over 200 styles including 7 For All Mankind, James Jeans, and more! Ends at midnight tonight!

Summer Style Staple: Flat Embellished Sandals

imageWhile flip-flops have undoubtedly gone trendy in their existence as a warm weather necessity in footwear (ie: the endless array of fancified Havaianas and those trusty and sturdy Rainbows), sometimes plain ol’ thong sandals can come off as too casual when it comes to making a statement, attending special occasions, or whenever simply donning your default slip-ons just won’t do. We watched gladiator and platform sandals take hold of every fashionista’s feet for kick-ass strappy style in the months prior, but now that June is nipping at our heels, flat sandals are getting jazzed up in the most creative ways to keep that element of dressed-up drama in a more comfortable, summer-friendly package that can be suitable for day and night. Chunky stones, chain straps, ruffles galore, and so much more — these sandals aren’t just for slipping on as an afterthought as you run out of the house for an emergency beat-the-heat smoothie. Embellished sandals are the perfect footwear for looking effortlessly put together and appropriately adorned from head to toe while still giving your feet room to breathe! You’re on your own when it comes to avoiding the funky foot tan lines, however! Check the slideshow for some of this season’s snazziest sandals!

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Bermuda Shorts To The Rescue For Summer Style

imageBermuda shorts are my summertime best friend. I wear shorts once in a while, but there’s definitely a time and place for that. Beach, yes. Work, probably not. Which is why Bermuda shorts are so genius. They’re basically a fashionable way to to hide your flaws, keep cool, and still achieve a dose of summer style. I love a wardrobe piece that allows you to be stylish, summery and professional. Pair your Bermuda shorts with a tunic blouse and a pair of embellished flat sandals. Not everyone should wear short shorts outside of the realm of surf and sand, so Bermudas are the way to go to reconcile the need to wear warm weather clothes with the need to be, um, modest. Head on over to TheFind for more summer style staples!