Mother’s Day Gift Guide for the New Mom

imageThe first Mother’s Day a new mom celebrates will be one she’ll never forget. After those long nine months of carrying baby, and all that extra weigh… she not only finally gets to meet her little bundle of joy, but she joins the ranks a millions of mamas including her own!


It is surely a sentimental time for a new mom, and also a time when she is the one being celebrated. While it’s been nine months full of gifts, for the most part, these gifts were for baby.


New moms have a house full of diapers, pacifiers, swaddling blankets and plenty of baby clothes! But it’s rare that she’s actually received a gift celebrating her new role in life.


So, this May 8, make Mother’s Day all about the new mommy in your life! Find the perfect present that€™s just for her, be it sentimental or self indulgent!


Check out the slideshow to see our top gift picks for new moms!

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Athletics Far East Chino

Go from skateboarding to boardrooms in Nike Sportswear’s new articulated-knee pants

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Turning a working-stiff staple into a highly-technical pant, Nike’s new forward-thinking chino reminds us why Nike remains a benchmark for everyday athletic wear. Ever improving on current designs, this latest rendition of Nike Sportswear‘s previously released Selvedge Chino introduces simple but gainful updates like articulated knees, two hidden seam pockets and reflective inseam tape under their Athletics Far East label.

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By subtly pronouncing the knee area with monotone stitching, wearers gain flexibility and a slightly sportier look. But ditching the large taped seam pocket from the previous Selvedge model for two smaller pockets helps keep the appearance more muted.

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A stash pocket hidden along the upper belt line is great for storing a house key, a few dollars or anything else you need to keep on the DL. And when you want to get noticed, rolling up a cuff reveals reflective inseam tape on the interior seams of each leg to increase wearer visibility while bike riding at night.

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As part of the Spring/Summer 2011 AFE collection, the pants will be in short supply. Dropping mid-April, a very limited run will sell exclusively at NSW’s stand-alone 21 Mercer store in NYC for $170.

If you dig these, keep an eye out for our full look at the top chinos for spring later this week.


Beauty Pick Me Up – Crazy For Coral

imageCoral is a great way to give the new color trend a try!


Perhaps you’re not feeling quite brave enough to try the new bright orange lips look and need something just a little softer. Tired of hot pink or vibrant red nails, but still want that punch of color? Or maybe you’re looking for a way to add a spark to your everyday makeup routine.


Coral is the perfect color for everyone, adding warmth to paler skin tones and really bringing out the warmth of more golden and dark tones.


This shocking shade can be done as saturated or as subtly as you please and popping up in every type of beauty product imaginable, making it the go-to color for Spring!


Click on the slidehow to see some of our fave coral hued beauty products!

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Bag of the Week – Wayuu Taya Foundation Susu Bag

imageIf you’re headed to Coachella this weekend or any of the other fun music festivals this spring and summer, then we found the perfect purse to take with you!


The Susu Bag, which we (or maybe I) like to think was made just for me (get it? Susu – Susan? Oh, nevermind), is great to strap over your body and go. You’ll be hands-free while you’re bouncing around to the sounds of some of your favorite bands, double-fisting your drinks (that’s water, right?), and lovin’ all over that cute boy you just met in the dance tent!


Plus, the tribal designs and colors will look great with all of your boho-chic outfits (we know you went shopping for fest-specific gear. No shame). It carries a ton of stuff like lip gloss, bottled water, a flask, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Everything you’ll need to feel and look great all weekend long. That way the only thing you’ll have to worry about is, ‘How can I get my makeup to last all three days without re-applying?’ Gross (but we get it).



Where to BuyShopBop.com



Price – $175.00



Who Found ItSusanY was the first to add the ‘Susu Bag‘ to the Hive.

Recession Chic – Spring One-Pieces For $50 Or Less!

imageSpring! Spring! Spring! We’re only ecstatic that the days are sunnier and the weather warmer than the previous grey and icy months.


While we can’t wait to parade around in our arsenal of sundresses and flared skirts, there’s another garment in town that we’re dying to show off too! One-pieces! Be it a thigh grazing romper or a floor sweeping jumpsuit, one pieces are the easy, comfy way to look stylish without having to try too hard!


Throw on a one piece, add your favorite flats or heels and you’re ready to go! Make it your own by choosing accessories that express your personal style, like layered pendants or try a chunky statement necklace. Stacked bangles or tassel earrings work great too!


For a weekend out and about, try a cotton romper and jeweled sandals with a large tote for a casually cute vibe! Girls night out? A slinky jumpsuit paired with platform peeptoe pumps, a shiny clutch and a structured jacket or cropped blazer make for a chic ensemble!


Plus, the greatest thing about the one-piece? You don’t have to break the bank to look fly! Click on the slideshow to see our fave jumpsuits and rompers for $50 or less!

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Kim Kardasian x Casadei Nude Sandals on the cover of Redbook

imageKim Kardashian along with Kris Jenner and Kourtney Kardashian will be seen on the cover of Redbook for May 2011. We got a sneak peak of the cover shot and the trend for the summer season is all about strappy nude sandals.


Kim Kardashian was spotted in a pair of Casadei Ankle-Strap Sandals on the cover of Redbook. Distinguished by its asymmetrical cutaway panels, this women’s ankle-strap sandal by Casadei brings
catwalk-inspired flair to your everyday wardrobe.


The glossy leather sandal’s cascading buckles afford a perfectly customized fit, while its side zipper offers a fast and simplified way to slip in and hit the road. Even more, the sandal’s high-rising shaft slenderizes and flatters your ankle, while its upturned platform and 4-3/4-inch heel offer sleek finishing touches.



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Cool Hunting Editions on Gilt

Last chance to get some of our exclusive product collaborations
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Over the holidays we started experimenting with some of our favorite brands to create CH Editions of their products—variations in material and color that offer our unique twist. Today, with Gilt Groupe, we’re selling the last of these items—Rickshaw bags, 3sixteen ties and Outlier hats. The sale just started so hurry over to check it out: CH Editions on Gilt.


Shoe of the Week – Miista Heels

imageChange of season means – great excuse to splurge! For some of us, our weak spot is cookie dough, or maybe cute puppies, but for many of us that weak spot is awesome shoes!


Why not step into Spring with these Miista Haurache heels? A bit pricey, but worth every penny! Love ’em or hate ’em, one thing you can’t deny about these shoes is their eye-catching, unique appeal.
The blue is great for those spring days and pairs well with fun summer dresses like a white eyelet dress. The stacked heel and added platform creates a lot of comfort for your long strolls through the city and the lace gives extra support.


What’s extra cute about this shoe is the chord-woven detail which makes for an artsy look. Spring is begging for these babies to be worn!



Where to BuyUrban Outfitters



Price – $199.00



Who Found ItLtopiol was the first to add the ‘Miista Huarache Heels‘ to the Hive.

Beyonce Goes 70s for Photo Shoot

imageBeyonce is gearing up for the release of her fourth album later this year, and she was spotted at a photo shoot in New Jersey last week showing off a lot of glam 70s style clothing.


This version of her celebrity fashion style included a shaggy red jacket, a blue flare-leg jumpsuit, and platform shoes so tall she required help getting around in them!


There hasn’t been a lot of celebrity news and gossip about Beyonce’s widely-anticipated new album, which is scheduled for release in June. But last week she played a selection of tracks to record executives, who were reportedly impressed and amazed.


This will be her first new album in three years, and is timed to coincide with her gig as headliner at the Glastonbury festival in Somerset.



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Street Style – Strut It!

imageWith Spring comes flower blossoms, cool breezes and shorter hemlines. Skirts and dresses, as well as ankle grazing pants and denim are a seasonal staple and makes it easy to show off one of the best parts of your outfit. Shoes!


With trends like pop colors and bold patterns in style, it’s never been more fun or more of a fashion statement to show of your spring ready heels! Let your stilettos make a statement. A tall pair of wedges or espadrilles in a funky print are cute with a flirty sundress, while a pair of platform peep toes in a bright pop color (or two!) adds pizazz to jeans and trousers.


Check out our fave picks by clicking over to the ‘I Love Spring (Shoes)!’ collection!