Daily Obsesh – Lurex Cartwheel Hat

imageThere are several things a big floppy hat can do for you this summer.


It can protect your face from the sun, keep your hair color from fading (again, those darn UV rays), and it can hide a bad hair day. Not too shabby for such a simple accessory, right?


But, what’s even better is that you too can be the proud owner of this lovely, classic piece of head wear for less than six bucks! Yup, you definitely read that correctly. That means for the same amount of the sandwich you’re gonna buy for lunch, you’ll also be ready to take on a hot, sunny afternoon at the beach or pool in style. Hat tip to that!



Where to BuyZara.com



Price – $7.99



Who Found ItSusanY was the first to add the ‘Lurex Cartwheel Hat‘ to the Hive.

Beauty Pick Me Up – Best Bargains Under $20

imageEvery girl is guilty of spending more than they mean to on beauty items … and we wouldn’t have it any other way.


With all the different products for lips, eyes, face, nails, lashes ad so on and so forth … plus all the colors and consistencies, it’s no wonder we always find ourselves perusing the beauty aisles!


But getting high-quality makeup and beauty products doesn’t have to come with high price-tags. We’ve found 11 of our favorite high-end, low-priced beauty items (all under $20!) that are sure to lift your spirits!


When you’re having a bad day, or just in a mid-week slump, it’s amazing what a new lip color or nail polish can do to help give you a pick-me-up. Click on the slideshow!

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Video Style Steal – Amy Winehouse ‘Back to Black’

imageDespite her troubles with drug and alcohol addiction, it was still a shock when we heard of the tragic death of Amy Winehouse.


A talented individual with a soulful voice full of emotion, Amy Winehouse was a musical genius that worked in many genres with other artists, but was best known for her jazzy, bluesy compositions that had an old school feel and let her smoky voice shine.


To commemorate Amy Winehouse and the music that she gave to the world, we’re presenting her ‘Back to Black’ video. We love the black and white cinematography and classic style.


Click on the slideshow next to see how to get her look.

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Bag of the Week – Nomad Scarf Handbag

imageEthnic inspired prints are making a huge statement this summer from ikats to batiks, animal prints and serape stripes.


But, if these wild, and often, colorful prints are a bit bold for your taste in clothing, then why not catch the wanderlust spirit with a fabulous fabric handbag?


Lucky Penny’s Nomad Scarf Handbag is a top pick here at the Hive. This spacious carryall is made from a printed silk scarf bearing zebras and sketched leaves. In a bright, of-the-moment coral, the bag is detailed with leather straps, a magnetic closure and three roomy inner pockets.


So, if solids are your go-to look, this handbag will certainly take a pair of flares and billowy white blouse to the next level. Yet, if wild is your way, then we suggest mixing this prints with another and really getting in touch with your inner nomadic spirit!



Where to BuyAnthropologie



Price – $88.00



WhoMelimeli was the first to add the Nomad Scarf Handbag to the Hive.

Ochobags

Multipurpose accessories for the day-tripper
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Born out of Genova, Italy’s school for industrial design, designer Arianna Vivenzio founded Ochobags
in 2006. Centered on a modular and customizable bag, Vivenzo describes her mission as “obviously to combine function and aesthetics.”

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Staring with the idea of a “useful yet fashionable object,
made of functional and mobile compartments that can contain and separate
each one of the objects a woman carries,” she gradually refined the concept to come up with a simple system. Consisting of six modular pockets in a range of fabrics, the pieces combine into personalized purses for the ultimate in adaptability.

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The resulting all-purpose bags can even “be
worn by girls and women of all ages, because of its simplicity and
variety of materials. Besides, the customer base now include boys and
men who use it for running or biking,” Vivenzo explains.

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Her inventiveness also includes taking inspiration from Antonio Marras Kenzo by mixing in alternative fabrics and materials such as foam mats, old
kimonos, fringed inner tubes, classic Prince of Wales wool, plastic
lace and cotton. Channeling a modern Japanese attitude, colors and materials create unexpected blends of contrasting assonance. With a new line of shoes drawing on the same principles, Ocho hints at a a new way of urban dressing.

Bags start at €50 from Ochobags.


Brooklyn Tailors’ New Shop

The new Brooklyn address for dapper dressers

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In an effort to bring bespoke tailoring to a broader audience Brooklyn Tailors will open their first official retail space this Saturday, 30 July 2011. Previewing their airy new digs earlier this month, it’s clear that the Grand Street location (in the ever-growing Brooklyn neighborhood of South Williamsburg) signals a promising direction for the label and independent fashion as a whole. The move from their Clinton Hill appointment-only studio combines retail space and HQ for the design pair and their expanding team.

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With the opening, Brooklyn Tailors’ now has a designated space for custom fitting appointments, as well as sales of their off-the-rack duds. The shop’s interior conveys the same clean and contemporary aesthetic that defines their handmade garments. Simple white shelving displays neatly folded “Standard” button-downs and the newly-released washed cotton “BKT30” pants—both available as ready-to-wear and custom—while suiting hangs within arm’s reach for quick pairing reference.

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Offering nearly a thousand different premium fabrics—from subdued Japanese oxford cloths to more boisterous Indian patterns—the sartorial choices are seemingly endless. If bespoke is too daunting, the shop also keeps a well-stocked supply of readymade shirts and pants for sale on the spot, all in their standard slim fit and made with the same care and attention for which they are known.

Keep an eye on their site for to-be-announced shop details and general hours of operation. For a closer look at the new shop take a peek at the
gallery below.

Additional photos by Nicholena Moon


Daily Obsesh – Deena and Ozzy Quilted Stud Wallet

imageIf you missed a good Spring cleaning of your handbag, then why not do it right now!


They say ‘cleanliness is next to God-liness’ and we think it’s just about time to you dig in to that big, bulky wallet of yours. What’s the use in toting around loads of discarded receipts from last month’s multiple shopping sprees, ticket stubs from your fave band’s show and all that other junk?


Less is more … and so is the case for the Deena and Ozzy Quilted Stud Wallet. Offered in three great colors – yellow, peach and black – the slim wallet contains just enough pockets and cardholders to fit your essentials. Essentials being the key word.


Each one is made of quilted faux leather and trimmed in polished metal gold studs. It’s compact size makes it perfect to slip into big and smaller handbags, but we think it’s even cute enough to carry on it’s own!



Where to BuyUrban Outfitters



Price – $18.00



WhoMelimeli was the first to add the ‘Deena and Ozzy Quilted Stud Wallet’ to the Hive.

Shoe of the Week – Madewell Strappy Mini Wedge Sandals

imageLast Thursday, we showed you our new summer love, a floral print summer LBD … and we think these shoes are the perfect complement!


We simply adore J. Crew and can’t get enough of the Madewell ‘luxe-hip’ spin-off. These Madewell strappy sandals are exactly why their brand works so well – simple and classic but still on-trend.


These sandals come in a lovely olive green, add just a touch of height, and look a little more put together than your go-to million year old Rainbows or Reefs (as fantastic and beloved as they are). Wear these sandals with anything from skinnies to a flared skirt … they’re sure to become your next summer romance!



Where to BuyShopbop



Price – $138.00



Who Found ItBrookeElisabeth was the first to add the ‘Madewell Strappy Mini Wedge Sandals’ to the Hive.

Beach Beauty with Jemma Kidd

imageLooking good at the beach can seem a challenging proposition … especially at the beginning of the summer.


International make-up artist and award winning product designer, Jemma Kidd, offers tips for the beach-bound to feel confident and ready for the summer months ahead.


To get started, ‘Mix a little body shimmer into sunscreen to prevent skin from looking dull, and use make-up to define the eyes and add a healthy glow.’


Jemma Kidd gives us tips on how to look good for a full summer day! From lounging on the beach, then from beach to bar, she’s got the insider beauty secrets!



Read more by clicking over to our friends at Couture in the City!

ThisNext and Lucky Magazine Honor Jessica Alba!

imageOur sister site, ThisNext.com has been doing big things and recently had a joint soiree with Lucky Magazine to honor cover-girl, Jessica Alba.


It was a small and private, yet star-studded event with other stylish guests including actresses, big name bloggers and industry experts. Jessica Alba stood out in the crowd in a gorgeous leopard print maxi (complete with baby bump), gold stacked bangles and nude clutch.


And she wasn’t the only party-goer that was showing off some serious style chops! It was a festive display of fashion and personal style, with food, drinks and decor coordinated by ThisNext Editors themselves … Looks like they know what they’re talking about!


Check out the slideshow for exclusive pics of ThisNext.com and Lucky Magazine’s Pacific Palisades party! Then click on over to check out the StyleHive Shopping Guide that shows you how to get Jessica Alba’s look and make a Shopping Guide for yourself!

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