Remember when you were young and had a wild and vivid imagination…everything was whimsical, extravagant, crazy, and anything but impossible.

And now that you are an adult with responsibilities, headaches, and heartaches, you forget those innocent days. But now that spring is in full bloom take a day for yourself and retreat to your backyard, your own secret garden. While sipping lemonade and reading your favorite Jane Austen book (or whatever book catches your fancy) you gaze up, the sun lightly kisses your skin as the beams peak through the tall bamboo shading you from the outside world. The butterflies and hummingbirds fill your intimate garden space with a burst of color. The waterfall (you put in last summer) makes a subtle bubbling sound as the water flows ever so gently into the serene koy pond (you put in before the waterfall) in one corner of your peaceful sanctuary.

All these blissful elements don’t have to be exclusive to the backyard, you can also incorporate them into your wardrobe. By mixing and matching color, prints, and solid neutrals, your fantasy garden will no longer be a secret. Check out these picks!

                                                           Floral Cascade Dress

                                                               Butterfly Ring

                                                            Havianna Flip-Flop

                                                         Jade Blossom fragrance

                                                               Ladybug Clutch 

                                                             Bamboo Wedge

                                                      Bamboo-style Sunglasses

                                                                     Karta Dress

Til Next Time!

Sara Humphreys

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Sequins are spreading their sparkle and shine everywhere right now; adorning necklines, bangle bracelets, ballet flats, and dresses.  I always love a little glitz, just make sure not to overdue it.  Pick one piece and go with it.  An elegant black shift dress can be spiced up with a few sequin bangles, a pair of trousers looks great with an embellished ballet flat, and todays must-have party dress is dripping in sequins.

Here are a few glam pieces that will get your sparkle on and won’t break the bank!

Betsey Johnson Sequined Bangles $35

Aqua Sequin Tunic $128

Sequined Cumberbund Belt $80

Sequin Pouch $32

Nine West Gold Sequined Dress $112.50

Old navy Sequined Ballet Flats $19.50

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“Peace cannot be achieved through violence; it can only be attained through understanding.”  Following in the famous words of Ralph Waldo Emerson, THE SAK has partnered with Seeds of Peace, whose mission is to develop and empower young leaders from regions of conflict to work towards peace through coexistence and conflict resolution.  In celebration of this partnership, THE SAK has created a line of fashionable leather bags called the Peace Bag Collection, with 100% of the proceeds going to Seeds of Peace.  Macy’s is the exclusive retailer for this collection.

The Peace Bag Collection includes a satchel and shopper in supple, pebble leather.  Features of the bags include braided leather straps, peace signs on the rivets and zipper pulls, wrapped leather peace signs on the bag’s sides, and dangling silver doves and peace signs.  Also, the specialized hangtags attached to each bag will outline details of the partnership.  Colors of the bags include black, butterscotch, and white; retail prices range from $199 to $239.

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John Eshaya, women’s buyer and creative director of Ron Herman, started JET from his garage in 1987 after his boss at Ron Herman (then a salesman) complemented him on a pair of shorts he had made.  After making a few pairs for the store he knew he was on to something when they sold out almost immediately.  JET is now a full line of printed tees, sweatshirts, tops, dresses, and jeans that can be found at over 300 stores around the country.  Fans include Jessica Simpson, Nicole Richie, Scarlett Johansson, Madonna, and Christina Aguilera.

Here are some brand new prints on his highly coveted thermals and sweatshirts …. also try the sweatpants, they rock!

All avaiable at RonHerman $88

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The perfect addition to your summer wardrobe is a Maxi dress. I love the chic, feminine, flirty, and alluring qualities that a comfortable jersey-knit long dress brings out in a person.  Whether your at a picnic with your significant other, at a friends outdoor party, or running long-awaited errands, you can’t go wrong with this style. The one thing that I like about a long dress is that it can easily be taken from day to night. Kick your flip-flops off and put on your favorite pair of heels or wedges…you’re going out!  Add a matching belt at the waist, long chandelier earrings, your hair down with big waves, a bold colored clutch and evening make-up to match. Even the most exclusive nightclubs won’t turn you away.

Us Weekly photographed celebrities like Hayden Panettiere, Eva Mendes and Beau Garrett (Fantastic Four) in their favorite Maxi dress.

Hayden is out and about wearing a spaghetti strap yellow dress. Very comfortable for a day of shopping.

Cheese! Eva looks stunning in a long floral halter dress on the red carpet at the 2007 MTV movie awards.

Beau looks so glamorous in a white David Meister gown.
Here are some very cute Maxi dresses that will have you looking like an A-lister.  

Jersey-knit garden dress, J. Crew $148

Long Stripe Dress in Blue and White by Ecoganik, Couture Candy $150

Long Crepe Dress, Old Navy $19.75

Print long V Neck Empire Dress by T-Bags, Shopbop $211.00

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Looking for the perfect suit for the beach? Lisa Curran Swimwear designer has fitted beach bomber bodies such as Drew Barrymore, and Michelle Rodriguez to complement their silhouettes. Lisa Curran Swimwear flatters every woman’s body while keeping on the same wavelength of high fashion trends. Always on top of key trends for the season, there are many prints and cuts to choose from that you will never stray from current high fashion inspirations. 
 This summer Lisa Curran’ s collection is filled with bright and embellished suits. Get yourself a jazzy metallic suit that will show your sexy, modern, flirtatious side, or a soft floral print suit that is whimsical and demure to the eye. Lisa Curran’s Swimwear collection this season has 40’s and 50’s influences that are playful and youthful.
 Get yourself into one of these pieces, and you’ll love the fit. Flattering every curve for any body shape, these suits are available for a sweet deal.

Who: Lisa Curran
What: Trendy Swimwear
Where: Glam.com, Lisa Curran Swim, Shopbop.com

Some tips for finding the perfect swimsuit from Lisa Curran herself:
 
To breeze through the swimwear shopping you should know your body, your body proportions and be completely honest with yourself. Lisa Curran suggests, “Feel your best before you go swimsuit shopping” possibly a little pampering before you shop is a good tip before trying on all those suits.  She also suggests, “Go with someone you can trust- your best-friend, boyfriend, mom, or husband; anyone who will give you an honest opinion.” Also remember that if you are comfortable and confident you will look great.

Q & A With the Swimwear Guru: Lisa Curran

1. What are specific trends, colors, patterns for the 2007 season?

The colors to have for this summer are green and yellow and for a more sophisticated look black and slate grey. Also metallics are very popular.  Gold!!

 2.  What’s new this season?
There are a lot of metallics in the swim market.  You might see a splash of it or in a full one piece. 

 3.  What are the key silhouettes for the season?
A lot of rouging in swimwear in very popular.  You can find it on a bikini or a one piece.  Also one pieces are making a come back.
 
4.  What silhouette looks best on almost any body type?
Adjustable halter tops and tie side bottoms work best for many body types.  They work so well because you can adjust to fit to your body type.  If you need a lift you can adjust the tie at the neck and if you prefer your bottoms higher or lower you can adjust the ties.

5.  What style(s) best complements/conceals ample hips and bottom?
Try solids that offer tonal detailing.  For example our shirred v-neck one piece fits great. It offers full support and the shirring along the body draws the eye away from your lower part.

6.  What style(s) best complements short legs; petite forms?
Tie side bottoms.  Less is more.  A simple string bikini works best for petite frames. 
 
7.  What style(s) best complements plus-size figures?
Try more subdued colors with a print just at the trim. We have a classic tank that we offer in a cocoa color with a leopard print as the trim to still give you a stylish look.

8.  What style(s) help create cleavage? 
A little push from the bottom is always good – but def. always go with halters.  You can adjust for your look.

9. What swim cover-ups are key this season?
Caftans- in any shape.

10. How should care for your swimsuit(s)?
Hand wash with a very mild detergent. Never machine wash.  I always use a touch of jasmine or lavender to keep them smelling like summer.
 
11. For those who can’t afford to splurge on a new suit, how can one
update an old one? (ex. accessories help, but looking for answer specific
to suits; examples- with a cover-up, buy mix and match separates to add
a punch of color, etc.)
Mix and match is a key when you are purchasing a swimsuit.  If you have a print try to solid bottom from a color from the top.  A key to mixing and matching the correct way is to stay within the same company.  Usually the solid color they are offering will match back with their prints.  Also, if you are want a solid suit, you might try a basic scoop bottom that can be worn with a bandeau top or a halter with some type of trim in the middle to totally change the look. Our collection is all mix and match and all the colors match back. www.lisacurranswim.com

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Hey ladies I know it’s hard to keep your “good girl” reputation when the urge to be a “bad girl” arises. But sometimes you just can’t help it.
Imagine, you’re at one of the hottest night clubs frequented by A-list celebrities and hot single guys. You’re drinking cocktails (free cocktails) and dancing to top 40 hits, when from across the room you lock eyes with this gorgeous tall, dark, and handsome man whose name you cannot remember (Chris? Jason? Ryan?…maybe). As you make your way over, bumping and grinding with randoms along the way, he grabs your hand and takes you to the nearest exit. Before you can text your friend, “Don’t wait up,” he has flagged down a cab and given the cabby directions to his place. You pull up to a pent house suite that over looks the city…just gorgeous…almost as gorgeous as Mr. Right Now. You both swagger into the building as the doorman gives you both a wink (kinda creepy, but you don’t care). You both stumble into the elevator and start  making out…ooh la la. The next thing you know, one thing leads to another and “Let’s get it on” by Marvin Gaye blares in the background. Fast forward to the next morning. Your head hurts, Mr. Right Now isn’t as hot as you remember (those damn beer goggles), and you just want to get out of there with as much grace and style as you possibly can. Well, have no fear…Sunny Merry creator of Ho on the Go has created the original overnight kit for the modern day one-night stand.
It includes everything you need to make your one-night bearable the next the morning. The kit includes a thong with Ho on the Go logo, 2 condoms, mini toothbrush and mini toothpaste, and an aromatherapy facial towelette (so you don’t look like you just partied like a rock star the night before). Easily travel ready and even easier to fit into your purse…so now you have no excuse!

Planning an all girls trip to Vegas anytime soon? Or, are you tying the not and planning your Bachelorette party? This would be a great party-favor to pass out to your party guests. All of you and your single or non-single friends will really get a kick out of this kit.

I do agree that one-night stand stories are hilarious and will be inside jokes for you and your friends for years to come. But now instead of leaving off with an embarrassing anecdote, you can tell them how your survival kit saved the day…or the next day.

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Cartier Celebrates 2nd Annual LOVEDAY June 8th with new celebrity ambassadors!

The New Celebrity Ambassadors include:  Faith Hill and Tim McGraw, Djimon Hounsou, Eva Mendes, Julianne Moore, Rihanna, Usher, Rachel Weisz, and Elie Wiesel

Since the Cartier LOVE  bracelet was introduced more than 30 years ago, it has become one of the most coveted jewelry designs in the world and the ultimate symbol of love.  Last year, Cartier donated more than $1.2 million to eight global charities from the sales of its LOVECHARITY  bracelet, and due to the enormous success, this year Cartier will celebrate LOVEDAY with a new LOVECHARITY  bracelet.  The company aims to exceed last year’s donations as a number of new celebrities join the endeavor.

The new LOVECHARITY bracelet features an 18K white gold miniature LOVE bracelet graced with the word LOVE and accented with two signature screw motifs. It is set into a knotted silk cord available in various colors, with each cord designating support of a unique cause.  The LOVECHARITY bracelet is available for $475 with $100 per bracelet benefiting its corresponding charity.  On LOVEDAY , June 8th, 10% of all sales from the LOVE collection will benefit the partnered organizations. 

The new group of prominent ambassadors to join the 2007 endeavor includes:

Faith Hill and Tim McGraw for the Neighbor’s Keeper Foundation - chocolate brown bracelet
Djimon Hounsou for SOS Children’s Villages - deep copper bracelet
Eva Mendes for The Art of Elysium - navy bracelet
Julianne Moore for the Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance - lavender bracelet
Rihanna for Believe - sea foam green bracelet
Usher for the New Look Foundation - gold bracelet
Rachel Weisz for The Constant Gardener Trust - lilac bracelet
Elie Wiesel for The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity - yellow bracelet
 

In addition, all celebrities who participated in last year’s LOVECHARITY bracelet initiative will continue their involvement, with their bracelets available for purchase until the end of the year.  They include:  Rosario Dawson for YouthAIDS (red bracelet); Salma Hayek for the Salma Hayek Foundation (white bracelet); Scarlett Johansson for U.S.A. Harvest (baby pink bracelet); Spike Lee for Maurice Kanbar Institute of Film & Television/Graduate Division/Tisch School of the Arts/NYC (purple bracelet); Edward Norton for Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust (green bracelet); Sarah Jessica Parker for UNICEF (blue bracelet); Liv Tyler for The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (deep pink bracelet); and Michael Stipe for Mercy Corps/Gulf Coast Recovery Fund (black bracelet).

 On June 8th, Frédéric de Narp, President and CEO of Cartier North America, will preside over the Opening Bell ceremony at NASDAQ.

*The Cartier LOVE Collection, including the LOVECHARITY bracelets, is available in Cartier’s 34 boutiques across teh U.S. and Canada.  For more information, please visit www.cartier.com or call 1.800.CARTIER.

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