Beaten Brows

Ok, lets talk brows. Never, never get your brows done where you get your nails done. I mean never. No excuses. Ever hear the saying that you get what you pay for? My Mom loves that one and with good reason. $10. brows are $10. brows. I don't care if you even like them or think they look good. The first thing people see is your face so good brows are worth the investment. Also, you should not be doing your own at home. You just should not for any reason. Trust me we can tell. I can spot a home grown or mani-brow a mile away.

If you don't know where to start or where to go then ask your hairstylist. A good stylist should be able to refer you to someone decent. You can also ask a makeup artist at one of the department stores if you happen to like their brows.

Now, do not fret if you've had the mishap of brows gone too thin by fads of previous years or an overzealous waxer. There is hope. Either regrow and reshape them with the aid of an expert or work with a makeup stylist on how to fill them in at home. Their are some really great brow kits out there. Check out The Brow Powder Duo by none other than Laura Mercier.

http://www.bluemercury.com/product/makeup/eye+brows/laura+mercier+brow+powder+duo.do

I also really love the Anastasia Brows in Bloom kit at Bliss. They advise using the kit to avoid "growing pains" as you regrow your brows.

http://www.blissworld.com/product/anastasia+brows+in+bloom+.do?search=basic&keyword=Brows&sortby=all&asc=false&page=1

I'm not anti-skinny brows because the fad is to go fuller. I just really feel they age you. Fuller brows are more youthful looking and I'm all for that. Not bushy mind you. Bushy means a bad stylist. And who needs that?

NU Collective

The LA line Nu Collective is known for its draped fabric. They do it well. Check out this beautiful and hip Silk Chiffon tie blouse as seen on Paris Hilton on The Hip Chick Website. The top is back ordered until the end of April. Get your name on the list fast, Girls. I wouldn't wear the top with sweats like Paris mind you but I'd pair it with my new faded blues. The top is still cute even if she's trashed it.

http://www.thehipchick.com/product.php?productid=18828&cat=276&bestseller

Booty Flattering Bell Bottom and Wide Leg Denim

Welcome back Bell Bottom Jeans. Big for Spring this look is super flattering for real girls with curves, because the bell gives the booty some balance. After the dark denim of winter this denim is great in white or a light denim wash.

I just bought the Super Flare Stardust Jean by Joes. Joes is my new jean of choice as of late. The rise is a tad higher but not the typical new high waist that I detest. Joes Jeans are really flattering on the tush too because the pockets are placed high and closer together than say on the Seven or True Religion denim. You have to be very narrow to wear True Religion. These Joes Jeans in person flare a lot more than in this photo. The wash is super light so it's dressier than your regular faded pair.

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod59640019&parentId=cat15990732&masterId=cat8710735&index=2&cmCat=cat000000cat000001cat000111cat000118cat8710735cat15990732

Another groovy pair to check out is the Paige White Robinson Jean as shown on Willow Street's website. Now I'm turning you onto this great store even though I took a good friend there and we now look like twins. The place is hard to resist I admit. These white jeans are too. The wide leg accomplishes the same flattering look. Wear them with a dip dyed shirt or something dressier for work or evening.

http://willowst.com/Details.cfm?ProdID=2098&category=25&label=Denim

New But Not So New Faves

There really are some great new designers that have popped up over the last few years. Alice and Olivia has been getting the most press and the clothes are fabulous but there are others too in the press and in the stores that are truly worthy.

One of my new but not so new favorites is Nieves Lavi. Husband and Wife team Sam and Sharon have a fabulous line of silk tops, caftans, and dresses. The colors are beautiful and the patterns are truly different from others out there. There's a real twist of Spain perhaps from his time at the Academia Isa in Madrid. I love this uber cute top found at Willow St. in Summit, NJ. where the very talented staff can put together an ensemble that would rival any fashionista. Luckily they have a website too.

http://willowst.com/Details.cfm?ProdID=2040&category=&label=nieves%20lavi

My second new but not so new anymore favorite is designer Jodi Arnold and her clothing line Mint. This former Danskin designer has a dazzling style. Her items are super girly with an attention to detail that is truly apparent in this delicate silk top with cotton trim and beaded detail. Truly sublime. Wear it with a super light pair of denim. I love this look.

http://www.shopbop.com/cap-sleeve-top-mint-jodi/vp/v=1/845524441813438.htm?folderID=2534374302050867&fm=browse-brand-shopbysize

Yawn

Let me guess, the long dress is big for spring. Yes, that news is everywhere. Not much of an original idea. I have plenty of long dresses that I wear every summer. This is like saying white denim is in for Spring. Oh did you hear that color was big for spring. Well I've got news for you girls when the weather warms up, we all wear long dresses, white denim, color, and patent leather the fad du jour. I'm looking for some inspiration ladies. I don't want green, yellow, the black & white sheer thing, wedges etc. Yawn. Don't get me wrong, I am looking forward to busting out my spring white denim, but I'm looking for some new inspiration. Not the same old revamped Kork-ease or tired Tory Burch of two years ago.