...and this month you will find that you will believe anything...

Because we sometimes need to let go of factual improbabilities and mundane logic and just believe in the lyrical promises whispered into our ear.

Let these whimsical keepsakes twinkle away daily worries and charm you into trusting destiny for a little moment:





Lancome Artistic Director Gucci Westman's magical work of genius, the Destiny Cube is inspired by an 18th century Chinese secret box and holds eye shadows, lipstick and gloss in hidden compartments. Mystical symbols and words help you choose your mood as it rolls across your makeup stand each morning.



The on-the-cusp jewelry collection from Babakul is derived from the French word "bah-bah-kul" meaning "hippie." The over-sized faceted amethyst and quartz rings are inset in an organic hammered metal frame with stars, moons and flower engravings. The peace sign grill on the underside allows light to shine through the stone, giving you their unique healing powers as it shimmers in the sunlight.

...so what would you allow yourself to believe in today? tomorrow? for eternity?

xox

Welcome to the forest - a mystical world of natural beauty

Pade Vavra takes the daintiest elements found in faraway forests and crafts them into whimsical, one-of-a-kind treasures that showcase your new flawless, organically-cared-for complexion.


A delicately woven gold nest with three, droplet-sized pearl eggs



Leaves wrap around the wrist as if it is still growing


A vintage, hand-painted robin perches above a 22k gold cabin-esque cuckoo clock on a multi-chain


For all store locations and new collections, go to: www.padevavra.com

xox

PS. The first image is from one of my favorite W shoots of all time - August 07 issue

Flash back to Teenage years - Mass market individualism

My personal fashion statement, which tended to change daily along with my teenage angst, started with the flick of a gooey, lacquer-dipped brush.

When Hard Candy hit counters with bright punchy colors, subdued pastel blues, shimmery purples and vampy goth crimsons, nails became the palette for incorporating Prada orange into daily looks at the price of a mere $7.00. A luxurious habit for a 13 year old perhaps, but an irresistible buy for fashion fanatics...with an empty Chloe wallet.

So when Chanel's beauty team started making their lacquers an essential part of their runway look - of course the beauty tribe followed.

Starting with Black, A/W '06 shows. The silver/gold from S/S '07. Now the crimson, shimmery dark reds of A/W '07 (seen here) is the top "must" color in every, ten pound September issue of Glamour, Lucky, you name it.

Even if you don't regularly check out the awesome resource that is Style.com for the latest runway news (heads up! S/S '08 is hitting NYC in September!) at least take a look at the detailed shots of the Chanel show to decipher what colors will be sold out by next season.

You'll be way ahead on the beauty color forecast radar which:

A: Allows you to come off as a fabulously adventurous soul that couldn't care less about the current big trend - that's old anyway!

B: When the color hits all the magazines and everyone starts wearing it, they'll realize that you are at the cutting edge of beauty trends - YOU DID IT FIRST

xox

Easy score but still a catch!?

The hand crafted golden lotus flower blossom at your fingertips to reveal a peaceful beauty hiding within. An uplifting symbol for the self, the flower reminds us to open the mind to new experiences each day and embody infinite potential - once again, when NYC reminds me everyday to work my butt off for....what? I could use all the wisdom I can get...fashionably.
$98.00

www.satyajewelry.com

Lessons from the Elements - meaning behind Me & Ro's must have items!

There are certain brands that each magazine tends to feature over and over again. At Self it was Alexis Bittar, Gerard Yosca and my fave, Me & Ro. From stackable rings to layer-able necklaces to stand-alone pieces, every stone, every charm has a philosophical and life lesson that is bound to inspire your every day outlook.

Three picks from this unique designer that are timeless musts in the emi-chu "someday, one day" lust book:

Silver Large Chakra Flower Pendant
The chakras are invisible energy centers of the body interfacing between the physical and subtle worlds. All seven chakras located within the body along the spinal cord are engraved within a lotus flower on this intricately engraved pendant surrounded by the Sahasrara Chakra. Not only beautiful, the necklace helps the wearer remain at peace.
$250.00


10K Buddha, Dharma & Sangha Stackable Rings
Three 10K gold bands are each scripted with one of the Tibetan words “The Buddha,” “The Dharma” and “The Sangha” which are “The Three Jewels” of Buddhism. They offer guidance and inspiration in the “fickle” and “unstable” world we live in. Love its versatility - can be worn stacked or worn individually. I'll stick with all 3 for optimum inspiration - I live in NYC afterall.
$1,085.00


18k Gold Bombay Crescent Moon & Star with Indian Diamonds
A crescent moon and a star, both set with Indian rose cut diamonds, hang together on an 18k gold chain. The ancient celestial symbols represent the gods/goddesses of the Sky, the Moon, Sun and Venus, making this pendant perfect for day and night. A keepsake to wear every day and pass on.
$1,845.00

All pieces, and many many more, available at www.meandrojewelry.com. Note: check out their charity pieces and stay pretty on the inside and out xox

Ocean Aquas, Sunset Oranges and Multi-Colored Fun - Which color scheme are you lusting after?

Crystalline Ocean Blues & Icy Muted Greens - are you a Water girl?

Jamie Joseph Rainbow Moonstone Cabochon Ring $462.00



Mallary Marks Leaf Earrings $5672.00



Pippa Small Large Link Charm Bracelet $3090.00



Irene Neuwirth Labrodite Necklace $3850.00


...Or are you passionate and warm like the Californian sunset?

Chan Luu Leather Bracelet with Red Coral and Gold Beads



Gabrielle Sanchez Carnelian Earrings $474.00



Jo Ann Williams Pink Branch Coral Necklace $848.00



Ten Thousand Things Opal Quarter Moon Necklace $1,000.00


...Or are you a shimmer of various shades, twinkling differently with each turn, reflecting everything, resembling nothing?

Marie-Helene de Taillac Ladylike Sequin Necklace $5,690.00



Lee Angel Spring Chandelier Earrings $80.00



Ronnie Kappos Multi Colored Bracelet $100.00

xox

SHOP: All products except Chan Luu available at Twist and the amazing red coral leather bracelet? - available at Fragments.

Just awesome...

Melting Love Pendant by Yayoi Inada
14 karats of melting desire at a not-too-bad $275
love love love at Matter Matters