A State of the {Dis}Union: Part 2

Judging by your responses to Friday's post, my half empty, half unpacked home really resonated with y'all. I suppose I shouldn't be surprised though, after all, is one's home ever really complete? Decorating, at its best, is a long term process, and as Rome wasn't built in a day, neither should our homes be fully furnished in one. That said though, I'm truly touched by your votes of confidence. Decorating can be downright scary (especially if you're willing to take some risks, which I am) and you've helped me screw up my courage to -- for lack of a better way to put it -- keep on, keepin' on.

But down to business, shall we? I promised a follow-up tour of the upstairs and I thought we'd start with the den. Much of the contents of our old great room was relocated to here and, while this room is noticeably smaller, I think everything fits together rather cozily. I still haven't unpacked all of the art and accessories, but once I do, I'm hoping this room will come off as a trifle less...brown. I'm contemplating painting the walls a lovely, subtle shade of celadon, which would pick up on the green in the rug and throw pillows, but as I've rather had my fill of painting for the quarter, I plan on living with the room as-is for now. I imagine that eventually I'll redecorate this room at some point down the line, as even now (some three years after I purchased/permanently borrowed) these items, the decor is no longer quite to my taste. But again, that's for another year and a replenished budget.

The first guestroom, decked out in our old guestroom's hand-me-down furniture. Bedding is from Amenity Home, a great organic linens company that specializes in modern, nature-themed linens. I picked this set up three years ago, but there are similar style still available on their site.

The second guest room. I know, it's completely insane to have two spare bedrooms, but in truth we currently have three -- the third being completely empty. The furniture here is courtesy of my mother and was actually my bedroom set as a teenager, which I remember excitedly picking it out at the age of 16 from Ethan Allen. I believe the series was called Radius and I distinctly remember loving it for its modern take on a classic 4-poster style. At the time, I paired it with tone-on-tone ivory chinoiserie wallpaper and slate blue chinoiserie linens for my take on the "modern Zen" look that was all the rage in the late '90s. Today, the bedding is from DwellStudio (but scored on sale via HauteLook). As this room is the "permanent" guest room, I'll be painting at some point over the next few months -- though of course I'll have to settle on a color first. I'm thinking a light gray at the moment. By the way, the wood circle on the bed is actually a mirror (only right side down).

Various and sundry vacation photos line my upstairs' hallway, awaiting hanging. I told myself I'd get to it before Labor Day, but that's still days away....

Dave's room. If only this room had more storage! While we fit two large bookcases along one wall, there's still plenty of space (and need) for more. I'm really liking the peacock blue against the mahogany wood tones -- the dark woods lend a more masculine touch to the room that suits Dave well. If I were the sole voice of decorating for this room (which I'm not), I'd really kit this out as an old-fashioned library, complete with beat up leather chair and ottoman, wall-to-wall bookshelves, brass library lamps, antique lithographs, etc. Dave, on the other hand, is already talking about putting a stringing machine and weights in here. Sigh.

How to Flatter Your Body Type with Jewelry

There's probably been a million different articles written on how to wear clothes that will make you appear slimmer and leaner, taller and trimmer. However, accessories often get overlooked, when really, there's a lot they can do to help a woman focus attention on certain parts of the body where they will most flatter her. Statement necklaces are fantastic at bringing the eye upward and away from trouble spots like a tummy, wide hips or chubby thighs. In fact some statement necklaces are so noticeable that the rest of the ensemble is considered secondary. If you've ever considered building an outfit around one piece of jewelry, then now is the time to start. Statement necklaces create a solid foundation from which you can base a look for either day or night.If you're pear shaped, try a gold geometric necklace with edgy shapes that will create a look of balance. Pair this type of necklace with an outfit in a bold jewel toned color like emerald green or royal purple. For example, try a short sleeve silk blouse, a pair of khaki pants and a geometric necklace for your next work meeting. The overall result will be one that is modern and a bit unexpected.

If you're apple shaped, try a show-stopping choker necklace in a bold hue like navy blue or magenta pink. Wear them with a patterned top and jeans for a casual chic look or try them with a belted shift dress. All eyes will be on your necklace, while a cinched waist means that your slimmest assets are being played up to a tee.

If you're boy shaped, try adding statement necklaces to your looks to achieve a more filled out top. These pieces add volume in all the right places and keep you looking tastefully classy.

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Stretch bracelets

One of the biggest challenges when it comes to fashionable jewelry is finding pieces that are stylishly wearable, comfortable and affordable. Stretch bracelets fulfill all of these requirements.Although there's been a lot of hype over bangle bracelets and cuff bracelets, those styles may not work for every woman. Or, they may not be the best options for workplace jewelry, as they can be restrictive when it comes to typing on the computer. Stretch bracelets on the other hand, are a great alternative to suit any type of taste. From pearl and rhinestone bracelets to beaded and all metal styles, there's something for everyone.Stretch bracelets are great because they pretty much fit any woman. They are comfortable to wear, and best of all, they are completely affordable. Most of these types of bracelets are held together with stretchy cord or elastic, so you aren't paying for an elaborate setting. The stones in stretch bracelets are set close together so you really get the most for your money.

Stretch bracelets are great for any age. They are easy to wear so everyone from teenage girls to moms to grandmothers can easily sport this style. Stretch bracelets are especially great for older women who may not be able to fasten or clasp another type of bracelet. Simply slip it on and you're ready to go.

Wear one stretch bracelet or a few for a special occasion. Feel free to mix and match contrasting colors and even different styles to create your own unique look. However, a good rule of thumb is that your bracelets should be functional and add to the charm of your outfit. They should not be distracting or look like they are trying too hard. Stretch bracelets are a great choice as they are practical, yet still stylish.

Fossils of Morocco North Africa

Though I never left the comforts of South Texas to shop around the world, specifically Morocco to found these awesome rocks for wire wrapping, supplied of Panther Creek Minerals of San Antonio Texas. These are natural Orthoceras a fossilized squid.

Orthoceras are a famous and very large fossil deposit of animals that can be found in Morocco, North Africa. Ancestors to ammonites, Orthoceras are extinct sea creatures, and depending on what source you refer to, they date from the lower Ordovician to Triassic ages (500 to 190 million years ago). As they died, their shells accumulated in great numbers on the sea floor where they were aligned by currents, buried by sediments, and transformed over the ages preserved in black limestone. Today, this prehistoric sea floor is ironically, found in the dramatic Atlas Mountain Range in southern Morocco at the northern fringe of the Sahara Desert.

The term 'straight' cephalopods is used in this case to describe fossil examples of straight ammonoids called Baculites, straight nautiloids called Orthoceras and Belemnites. Their bodies were predominantly elongate with conical shells. Some of these creatures evolved into semi-coiled forms eventually giving rise to coiled cephalopods like ammonites and nautili. Another branch of straight-shelled cephalopods continued to coexist with the coiled forms on into the Pennsylvanian Period. These straight forms were much less diverse and abundant than the coiled cephalopods, as a whole.

Straight cephalopods were among the most advanced invertebrates of their time having eyes, jaws, and a sophisticated nervous system. These creatures were predators that swam freely using a jet propulsion system by squirting water from their bodies. They had tentacles and ink sacs also much like the present-day squid.

Except for belemnites, cephalopods had external shells with hollow internal chambers separated by walls called septa. A tube called the siphuncle, connected the body with the chambers allowing the animal to fill them with water or air, changing its buoyancy in order to rise or drop in the ocean. Only the last and largest chamber was occupied by the living animal. Belemnites were different in that they had internal shells called 'guards' which were covered with the soft, muscular tissues of their bodies. These shells were also chambered but much less complex than the straight varieties of nautiloids and ammonoids.

Straight cephalopods probably lived for one to six years, with the majority living two to four years. They fed on plankton (tiny free-floating organisms), sea lilies, and smaller orthoceras. Although many fed off the ocean floor, others may have caught plankton while floating or swimming via jet propulsion, expelling water through a funnel-like opening to propel them in the opposite direction. Because straight cephalopods lived exclusively in marine environments, their presence also indicates the location of prehistoric seas.

Healing Stones
As a healing stone, fossils are believed to increase life span, reduce toxins, anxiety, stress, balance the emotions, and make one more confident. Containing supernatural and physical healing powers, they promote a sense of pride and successes in business, leading on to be open to change and new ideas. Healers use fossils to enhance telepathy and stimulate the mind. Traditionally, fossils have been used to aid in reducing tiredness, fatigues, digestive disorders, and rheumatism.

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*Reprinted from various websites and rock/minerals books.

A State of the {Dis}Union: Part 1

I've been debating internally on whether or not to post pictures of the new house as it stands now, but I've decided that -- at the very least -- posting pictures will help provide a benchmark for future progress...and hopefully act as an incentive for me to get moving and finish unpacking already. And, on the off chance that any of you are currently in the midst of moving, you can at least take comfort in knowing that you're not the only one out there living like that.

So here's where the house stands (mostly empty) today, warts and all. So far, the entryway is completely bare, save for a blue and silvery gray runner I scored on sale at Horchow. Since the staircase curves out there's plenty of room for a bench or console table, but that's definitely not at the top of my shopping list right now.

Next up: The study, which still has a few important things missing (like storage), but at least the major pieces of furniture -- the desk, chair and daybed -- are in. After putting together the mood board for the study, I decided to go a slightly different direction with the desk and desk chair. Last month I purchased the Porter desk from Pottery Barn, which is a great size and has some excellent divided storage in its single long drawer. Since I decided to go with a large, substantial desk, I decided to keep the chair light and airy and went with the classic Louis Ghost Chair by Phillippe Starck, which I purchased off All Modern (and shipping was speedy and free!). I was a bit hesitant about splurging on the chair, but it's actually quite comfortable and I love how it looks in the room.

Unfortunately, with the large desk and daybed, there's little space left in the 11 x 11 room, especially since the french doors open in and not out. I'm hoping to find some shallow shelving for storage, but it's going to be tricky working with the little space I have left. First on the "to do" list for this room though will be hanging the art work, mirror, cork board (i.e., inspiration board), and the chandelier.

After all that hard work, the dining room has become the de facto storage closet for stray art, knick-knacks that are still searching for their final home. My goal is to have a table in here by Thanksgiving when Dave's family descends upon us, but we'll see what sort of budget I'm left with after the major pieces for the family room are purchased.

Speaking of, the family room is definitely the tabula rasa of the entire house. Quite literally, I have absolutely zero furniture to put in it. Since it's the hub of the house, getting at least a sofa in here is my top priority right now decorating-wise.

But at least I have something to hang over the fireplace, right? I ended up buying this Marisol mirror from Restoration Hardware thinking it would go in my master bedroom, but its substantial (48" diameter) size made it better suited for the fireplace and I'm happy with how it looks next to some of my mother's blue and white chinoiserie urns.

Behold my dirty little secret: My kitchen has become a repository for wayward vases, lamps and chotskies. What you don't see is there are even more stuffed into the pantry (we haven't had much opportunity to grocery shop, so it's become yet another temporary storage closet). I've realized something important about my shopping habits over the past month or so: I'm actually a bit commitment-phobic when it comes to purchasing major pieces -- like a sofa -- so I've been procrastinating by buying accessories, which are less expensive and, frankly, more fun to shop for. Thus, I have vases and lamps but no tables to put them out. I have no regrets though on the Kate lamps from Circa Lighting. They just arrived this week and I'm completely in love; in fact, I would've given up a table for years just to have these. Given their substantial size, I'm thinking they're more appropriate for the family room than for the dining room (where I had originally envisioned them).

The breakfast nook fits the old table and chairs rather nicely, and I'm pleased with how the woven blinds turned out. The spa blue benches for the back and corner walls are currently on order at Ballard Designs and should be arriving shortly. Since space is rather tight here, I think using a bench along the back wall will really free the space up some, though I'm not sure what I'll do with the extra chairs.

The master bedroom, bathroom and closet are in decent shape -- at least I've gotten all the boxes unpacked and all our clothes, etc. put away. Since we're working with our existing bedroom furniture, we have all the basics, but what we really need is that certain something special to really make this room sing. I'm going to be hanging some of our pictures this weekend and I hope that will help make the room look a little less stark. Still though, I got my bedding from Williams-Sonoma earlier this week and I love it -- it's like sleeping in a fancy hotel bed. That said though, I think I need to punch up the bedding with some more colorful pillows. You know me, can't leave white enough alone....

So that's it for the downstairs portion of this tour. I'll be sharing some photos of the upstairs' rooms later on this weekend and I think you'll be surprised at how much farther along it is than downstairs...though perhaps that's my own fault as I think my desire to really decorate this house from the ground up necessitated much of our existing furniture going upstairs. In any case, Dave and I have another fun-filled weekend of hanging art, unpacking the last few boxes, and sofa shopping ahead of us. Hope everyone else has a wonderfully relaxing, fun and only semi-productive weekend!

Looking for Gemstone Pendants

Pendants no matter what the style; hung alone on a chain, omega or cord, or rather incorporated into a necklace is always a staple in any woman's collection. Recently I’ve been able to get some unusual cuts with domed shapes, instead of the normal round, square, triangle or diamond cuts. This is because my father-in-law the resident gemologist has been in his shop learning the art of lapidary and cutting slabs. This allows us family jewelry designers to be able to ask for certain cuts, styles and slabs rather than waiting for the Tucson show.

I’ve already used several of his stones, handcrafted them with wire bails and then incorporated into different jewelry designs. And these beauties (Bloodstone, Coral Fossil, and Stromatolite Fossil) will be coming as soon as I can get coordinating beads and working designs…but until then, browse through his website Jewelry by CnC, under the unmounted pendants section to purchase and incorporate them into your own designs.

Cleaning out Your Jewelry Box

A lot of women clean out their closets to make room for new purchases, but oftentimes, the jewelry box is ignored, until you realize you've run out of room. What's the solution? Buying a bigger jewelry box? Perhaps. But just as clothes go out of style, so does jewelry. So we've put together a list with some easy-to-follow tips for deciding what to hold onto, what to get rid of and what to invest in this season.Keep

• Sterling silver jewelry – These pieces will always be in fashion and are considered extremely versatile, as they can be worn on an everyday basis.


• Yellow gold jewelry – The value of gold is sky rocking, so it's best to hold on to gold jewelry, as it not only looks great, but also retains it value


• Classic shapes – Simple designs like hoop earrings or teardrop earrings will stand the test of time.

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• Single strand pearls – Just because these pieces aren't "in" right now, doesn't mean that they're "out" either. Hang on to pearls, as they will always be considered sweet and chic.


• Charms – If these have sentimental meaning, then make a place for them in your jewelry box.


• Chandelier earrings – With the trend right now favoring art-deco inspired looks, chandeliers earrings can play well for seasons to come.

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• Drop earrings – These are great at elongating the neckline and the body. Choose earrings with a few inch drop. Our suggestions include mesh or chain link styles, feathers or bright beads.


• Statement jewelry – Whether it's a great cuff or a fabulous pair of earrings, try something new and bold for fall.


• A Set – You'll get the most for your money with a set that includes a great bracelet plus a matching pair of earrings. Wear them together or separately for maximum mileage.

How to Complete Your Outfit with Jewelry

Have you ever finished getting ready for a big night out or a day of work and just felt like your outfit was lacking some finishing touch? Some final accessory that will polish off your look and pull everything together? If so, consider adding one of the most popular trends of the season – a cocktail ring. And not to worry, we're not talking about diamonds here, instead, it's all about CZ jewelry. CZ rings add a touch of glamour to any outfit. They act as the icing on the cake as they help to compliment the look and feel you are trying to achieve.One of the biggest trends of the moment involves costume jewelry, and Cubic Zirconia rings fit perfectly into that mold. You can express yourself and your personality in a fun way through large rhinestones, fun designs and over the top settings. If you've always wanted a large rock on your finger, now you can get one, without the over the top price tag. And if you're wanted to channel your inner rock star and wear a bold piece of jewelry with spikes or black rhinestones, CZ rings are right on cue.On the other hand, Cubic Zirconia rings can also be refined, helping you to pull off classic pulled together chic. Go vintage cool by wearing a few Cubic Zirconia rings with blouses of lace, satin, silk or chiffon. Pair one of these tops with a pencil skirt or a pair of tailored jeans for a great look that will take you from office to happy hour.

CZ rings are a fantastic way to do a quick outfit update. With big bold stones or a pop of color, they can make or break your outfit. Cubic Zirconia rings are great for woman of any age.

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Hot Jewelry Trends Fall/Winter 2009

It’s that time to take a breath after the hot long summer and look toward the nice cooler fall and winter seasons. Depending on where you are, the forecast for hot jewelry trends this Fall/Winter are all about natural stones, natures finest is being put out on display and she is giving us some really unique and interesting materials to work with as jewelry artists. So after endless browsing the net, here’s what I’ve seen…again, depending on where you live and what your style is, these may or may not be your ‘cup of tea’.


Natural Stones and lots of them are the hottest trend this coming season. Look for natural gemstones such as jade and turquoise to be the biggest hits along with wood, bone, and freshwater pearls to accent or mix and match. Any of these stones are perfect for incorporating into dramatic statement necklaces to wear this fall.

Bracelets are again mentioned as the big thing this year. Bracelets are more of an accessory to the whole outfit look, especially in bold cuffs or stretch multi-layer strands. Cuffs will be adorned with jewels and stones alike, bring that bit of ‘bling’ on a budget to the jewelry world.
Pendants are still in, so dig them out if you got’em. From bold to dramatic, many with multi-strand necklaces, layered with singled chains or worn with omegas, collars, or ribbon cords (all the rage again this year too); chose from designs in Swarovski crystals, natural stones, raw clusters of natural stones, or mounted in different metals from Sterling Silver to Copper.

Necklaces as always ‘make or brake’ the whole outfit and this year they are not exception to that finished look. Chose from bold, exotic trendy chunky or give a little attitude with multi-strand or layers of several different styles together. Make sure to top if off with either long single earrings or multi-layer chandeliers.

As a recap, jewelry will remain an important accent to the wardrobe this year for woman. The accent though will be less ‘bling’ and more of an edge, trendy self designing style. From bold cuffs to large pendants, big hoops, and any style of necklaces; it’s a woman’s game out there. Almost anything goes this Fall/Winter as women try to define their own style rather than copy someone else’s of the mass production lines of the past. This will make fashion fun again and women will embrace the opportunity to establish themselves in the forefront.

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*Researched from various websites and magazines.

Jasper Turquoise Onyx Combo

An all natural mix of Turquoise nuggets among Landscape Picture Jasper, Onyx and hung with a black matrix round Turquoise pendant; this piece has it all! Handcrafted wire work in non-tarnish brass wire, large dangle earrings complete the look in the same natural stones.

Jaspers: Protection, nurturing, joy, awareness; balancing of physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual energies.
Onyx: Self-control, decision making, intuition, recognition of personal strengths.
Turquoise: Spiritual attunement, cleansing, healing, protection, valor, soothing, peace of mind, guidance through the unknown, romantic spontaneity.

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500 colors...infinite possibilities.

I've always enjoyed coloring -- and no, I don't mean drawing. Unlike drawing, coloring is free form and pressure free. You're not trying to create something, you're just...coloring. It's pleasant, mindless, and I've always found it to be incredibly relaxing. As someone with a fairly high level of energy, it also gives me something to occupy my hands with while sitting in front of the TV. If I were going to take my coloring to the next level though, this gorgeous set of 500 colored pencils from Social Designer would rocket me from color-enthusiast to color-freak. The 500 Color Pencils project is a font of inspiration for artists -- and even the casual colorist -- and it reminds me that it's been far too long since I've busted out my colored pencils and a coloring book.

With names as inspiring as the colors themselves, these pencils are available by subscription only. For $33 a month, subscribers will receive a different set of 25 colored pencils. After 20 months, you'll have the full pantheon of colors, and the infinite possibilities which they invite. The pencils can also be displayed in a variety of creative ways. In my {nonexistent} fantasy craft room I would have a full set of these mounted on the wall. They're truly a piece of art in themselves.

Celeb Inspired CZ Engagement Ring

Hollywood's A-listers, actresses and musicians are famous for their over the top lifestyles and larger than life spending sprees. So when they get married, you can expect nothing short of show-stopping. Celebs pull out all the plugs and splurge on the multi-carat engagement rings that are truly breathtaking. We love looking at what they're buying, but it's unrealistic to think that anyone besides these elite few can afford to spend as frivolously as they do. But that doesn't mean that you can't get the same engagement ring styles in the form of Cubic Zirconia rings. Choose one for an engagement, a present, or just a little treat to yourself.Celebs often have access to the best designers in the industry, so why not make use of their resources and get your own ring in a style similar to one you've seen? Take a serious look at Cubic Zirconia rings for an option that will suit your style and taste. If you've seen it on a celeb – like the 6-carat emerald cut pink diamond that Jennifer Lopez owned or the mega carat stone surrounded by pave diamonds that Mariah Carey received from Nick Cannon – then check out what's available in the form of Cubic Zirconia. You might be surprised how similar in quality these stones are to the real thing.CZ rings are becoming more and more popular in this day and age, as couples choose to save money on expensive baubles and opt to spend their savings on other items like down payments for houses or other lavish wedding ceremony expenses. CZ jewelry are a great alternative as they offer the same look and feel of celeb styled rings, without the hefty price tag. So it's true – you can afford to get that A-lister style. And you'll be smart and savvy while you do it.

Vintage Jewelry Goes Modern

Do you love the look of antique inspired jewelry? Are you a fan of romantic art deco pieces? If so, then you're in luck. This season, one of the top trends in fashion jewelry involves a resurgence of vintage jewelry. From CZ jewelry in the form of clip on earrings to Victorian-esque necklaces tied on ribbons, these accessories are not only beautiful and fun to wear, they're also completely affordable.Vintage jewelry is typically romantic and uses elaborate designs and settings to show off bezel set stones. Authentic 50s and 60s era jewelry used rhinestones to create great looking pieces that didn't cost a lot. That trend is back, as CZ jewelry rules everything from the runway to the silver screen. CZ jewelry is a fun way to express yourself and in retro styles, it's a welcome break from some of the hit-and-miss jewelry trends that are so short lived.

If you're in your twenties, you can probably get away with wearing vintage looking Cubic Zirconia jewelry with jeans and a tank top. If you're in your thirties, try sporting the look with a LBD for a night on the town. If you're in your forties or fifties, try adding the jewelry to a sheath dress or a sweater set for a day in the office or lunch with the ladies.

Cubic Zirconia jewelry is classic and chic, making it a perfect compliment for more modern pieces. What's great is that you can easily find CZ jewelry that is cost-friendly. Look online for Cubic Zirconia jewelry sets or for replica pieces modeled after your favorite designer duds. With an investment like CZ jewelry, you can't afford not to get in on this trend. You'll be able to wear these classics this season, as well as for many years to come.

A Style of Southwest

The Southwest meets again with tradition in this beautiful necklace set. Natural stones in Turquoise and Wildhorse Magnesite and a hint of Paintbrush Jasper all accented with pewter and silver spacers. Large dangle earrings complete the set in same natural stones.

Jaspers: Protection, nurturing, joy, awareness; balancing of physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual energies
Turquoise: Spiritual attunement, cleansing, healing, protection, valor, soothing, peace of mind, guidance through the unknown, romantic spontaneity.
Magnesite: Promotes relaxation, positive attitude; removes feelings negative feelings and oversensitivity.

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Barbie Madness

After another weekend spent unpacking, I'm still in escapist mode so I thought I'd share pictures from the Malibu Barbie Dream Showhouse that Jonathan Adler designed in honor of the iconic doll's 50th birthday. When I first read back in March about Adler's send-up to my favorite childhood toy, I was so excited to see what Adler would come up with. After all, Adler's bright, energetic and none-too-serious style seems like a perfect fit for the archetypal girly-girl. Fortunately, pictures of the project are finally available in Adler's portfolio and it's exactly as you'd expect the brainchild of Adler and Mattel to look: it's very pink, very bold, a little bit mod and a little bit trashy. In short, it's perfectly Barbie. My 8-year old self would have given her right arm to get to live in something half as fabulous.

There are also great tongue-in-cheek moments here from Adler, with chandeliers made from blond Barbie hair, accent chairs bedecked in ballerina tutus and a sunburst mirror made of vintage Barbies. My favorite moment though has to be the giant pink poodles flanking either side of the fireplace -- such a fantastic riff on the white greyhounds that have become all but omnipresent the past few years.

If you'd like to capture a little bit of Barbie's magic in your own home, Mattel is selling some special limited edition items commerating the collaboration with Adler, a selection of which are below:

My personal favorites are the black and white (and pink!) canisters with the hilarious labels like "eyelashes" and "peroxide", but the hot pink lacquerware is great fun, too. All items are available for sale HERE beginning September 20.

Image credits: Jonathan Adler, Mattel.

Lauren Conrad Haircut

Lauren Conrad...

Lauren Conrad started with her reality TV series in a famous show Laguna Beach that also had Kristen Cavallari. Lauren Conrad is considered to be one of the best personalities on the television and even in the reality genre shows that are telecasted.

The Hills-Fashion and Hairstyles: Lauren Conrad

Lauren Conrad when came to the first season of The Hills, her hair were long that transformed to very short in the season three of the reality show. Though she has not changed her hairstyle much, the only change came in the hair length and the color. The hair color that Lauren possessed at the first season was the white blonde that shifted to the darker blonde.

The Hills-Fashion and Hairstyles: Lauren Conrad Hairstyle

At the show Lauren generally kept her long hair tied in a tangled and messy ponytail. With the changing trends, Lauren has also underwent the change in her hairstyle from the messy ponytails, Lauren changed her hairstyle and wore a shorter hairdo that has a mixture of various hairstyles that had variant textures, partings, lowlights, fringes and highlights.

The Hills-Fashion and Hairstyles: Beautiful Lauren Conrad

In her short hairstyle, Lauren wears her hair in the short style that has a lot of curls that are kept in place using the bobbed pins along with the fringes that are swept at a side. This hairstyle looked more gorgeous with the gorgeous highlights.

The Hills-Fashion and Hairstyles: Wavy Lauren Conrad

Generally, Lauren Conrad’s hair emerges to be of one length with a few light layers that are seen around the face. It is easier for the girls to have a hairstyle same as the Lauren’s hairstyle if they have hairs that have natural curls. Using the appropriate styling gel and the other styling products that can include the curling iron, it is possible for you to flaunt with the same hairstyle as Lauren Conrad.