This summer is going to be haute, haute, haute! The heat, humidity, sticky and stifling weather makes us dread putting on jeans. Women have so many options, dresses, skirts, short shorts, longs shorts, capris, bermudas, and the list goes on. But for men, well, they really only have one, heavy shorts. Usually in denim, khaki, or an unseemly Hawaiian print. Yuck!

Well fret no more men, denim designer Paige Adams-Geller has come to the rescue. With her famed PPD Jeans for Men the collection has been taken to a new level of comfort, style, and perfection.

The collection offers two brand new washes that are available in four signature cuts that are made from an exclusive lightweight blend, only 9.5 ounce denim.

“Most denim is around 11 or 12 ounces but that is too thick for the summer,” says the designer, who noticed that the men in her life were in need of something lighter for summer. “I wanted to offer something light, breathable and comfortable.”

Pick from the new Retro Blue, a take on the all-American denim of the past, while Coal is a worn-down black wash.
Doheny Straight Leg - With a low rise and a slim cut - these jeans are made for the guy with sensibility - as well as a love for fine tailored apparel.

Normandie Skinny Jean - Inspired by the fitted jeans that grace the forms of some of the music industry’s hottest stars, these 5 pocket jeans take the Doheny style straight leg one step further, helping to narrow things down just a bit more.

Stone Canyon Boot Cut - This cut has a slightly flared leg with a lower rise that comes in an endless range of washes.

JRG Relaxed Fit – This is definitely the “every man” jean. With a classic rise and slouchy fit, these jeans are the best bet for the office, a hot date, or a night out with the guys.

Where: Available at exclusive retailers and boutiques. Retails between $169 and $220. Check out Paige Premium Denim for a list of styles, cuts, and washes.

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As the summer months are fast approaching backyard BBQ’s are definitely on my mind. The one thing that I love buying is new and exciting backyard textiles, table top accessories, and anything else that catches my fancy. This year I’m thinking globally and you should too when buying accessories for the BBQ festivities. World of Good is a fair trade gift company that distributes great quality hand-made crafts and merchandise to many mainstream markets. There are so many wonderful products that are crafted by artisans to help sustain a means to support themselves and their families.

Here are some great finds that will definitely spice up your BBQ bash.

These colorful napkins are woven by the Cakchiquel people in a rural agricultural village in Guatemala. The sale of their products is used to send children to school. Cotton Candy Napkins

These great salad tongs are crafted in the homes of artisans in the Ha Tay province in Vietnam and help create employment, reduce poverty and preserve cultural traditions. Moo-ve Over for Fair Trade Serving Set

Spread these candleholders around (put citronella in to keep pesky mosquitoes away) your backyard for a touch of elegance. This holder is crafted by teacher based in a small Bali village, who earns supplemental income for his family by handcrafting this unique design from real bamboo. Midsummer Light Candle Holder

Independent Vietnamese artisans in the Cat Dang Village craft them using a long tradition of hand-coiled bamboo. Great look and great for the environment! Bamboolicious Bowl

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Who: CoutureCandy

What: TGIF One Day Sale

Details: 10% off designer - Wilen Los Angeles

Where: www.couturecandy.com

When: Friday, May 25th

*also check out their swimwear - they have a promotion going on through the month of May - $10 off all swimwear by entering 10SWIMMAY07 at the end of checkout.

Dress by Wilen Los Angeles

a look at some swimwear available at CoutureCandy

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I love this concept!  Taking old beat-up shoes and turning them into playgrounds, tennis and basketball courts, and athletic fields for kids.  Reuse-A-Shoe is a key component of Nike’s long-term commitment to waste elimination along with helping increase the physical activity of young people to improve their lives by reusing old athletic shoe material. 

WHEN: May 17 - 30, 2007

WHERE: Niketown New York, 6 E 57th Street

WHY: Waste elimination and encourage more physical activity amongst kids

MORE INFO: www.nikereuseashoe.com

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 Mara Hoffman Spring/Summer 2007 Sample Sale

 WHEN:

Thursday, May 31st, 11am - 7pm

Friday, June 1st, 11am - 7pm

Saturday, June 2nd, 11am - 7pm

Sunday, June 3rd, 12pm - 6pm

WHERE:

70 Greene Street, NYC

Cross Streets: Spring and Broome

Closest Trains: 6 to Spring Street

Phone: 212-505-3020

WHAT:

Biggest Spring/Summer blowout with everything 30-70% off!  Dresses from last season all $20-$60.  Everything you could possibly imagine, and then some … it’s going to be huge!  Perfect pieces to kick off the Summer season!

1. Summer’s most coveted silk Tiger Asymmetrical dress.  Originally $300, now $175

2. White flowy cotton “Greece” dress.  Originally $310, now $150

3. All graphic and colorful spandex bikinis and bathing suits just in time for the beach.  Originally $165, now $40-60.

All credit crads, checks, and cash accepted.

www.marahoffman.com

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Check out some great products, clothes, accessories, and an array other fabulous finds on ThisNext, the newest in interactive sharing on the web right now.

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This lightweight scarf is the perfect accessory for sping and summer on those cooler nights or breezy days.  It’s made of 100% silk and is ONLY $20.  Even better, it’s from World of Good in partnership with the National Center of Disabled Persons.  NCDP provides employment for disabled artisan groups in Cambodia, offering social services, self-help skills and training and enabling the artisans to earn a sustainable living.

Note: World of Good creates opportunities for hundreds of artisan cooperatives around the world to share their best work with you by serving as a bridge to the U.S. retail market. We respectfully assist artisans by providing access to fair wages, safe working conditions and long-term economic sustainability. Learn more

Watch World of Good CEO, Priya Haji, on the ABC News

 Buy this scarf

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 Kate Bosworth has been spotted vacationing with her hot new man, James Rousseau, in Hawaii.  I fell in love with this cute bikini she’s wearing by Ella Moss which also come in these adorable styles below, I happened to pick up the one-piece - Luv it!

 Ella Moss Swimsuit $!08 available at anthropologie.com

Ella Moss Triangle Bikini $107 available at revolveclothing.com

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The ever so stylish handbag designer, Anya Hindmarch, best known for introducing us to the ‘Be a Bag’ photo-personalized totes introduces her latest statement-making tote with an exclusive US  debut this June at Ron Herman’s LA stores … but ou can pre-order yours online first TODAY ONLY! 

Also be sure to check out Marie Claire and Glam.com’s Be Discovered contest where Anya Hindmarch will be a judge 

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Jessica Alba can’t seem to get enough of Joe’s Jeans.  It’s seems she has every style and loves to wear them on and off the red carpet!  Get Jessica’s denim style:

Joe’s ‘Kitt’ Cigarette Leg Jean available at shopbop.com $159

Joe’s ‘Thompson’ Muse Jean available at shopbop.com $159

Joe’s ‘Dylan’ Muse Jean available at saks.com $158

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