The Perfect Summer Getaway . . . in Finland


Updated 05/21/12 10:41 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Finland Modern Home Pictures

When one thinks about perfect Summer getaway spots, Finland usually isn't on the top of the list — but maybe it should be, if Saunders Architecture's Finnish Summer house is any indication. Located in the Aland Islands, a group of islands in the Baltic Sea just north of Stockholm, the house is nestled in a pine forest close to the sea. The home is comprised of a series of folding wooden Read more

See How We Restyled This IKEA Stool WIth Some Glossy Paint


Updated 05/21/12 2:35 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

IKEA Stool DIY Pictures

As part of our Styled by You $500 Giveaway with IKEA, Angela and I have been applying simple techniques to reenvision some of our favorite IKEA products. Today, I'm sharing another of my projects. This BEKVAM stool ($15) from IKEA is made from solid wood and is very sturdy. However, it could definitely use a little personalization. I thought it would be fun to add some glossy color to the stool. Read more

Stars Let Loose at a Special Cannes Friday Bash


Updated 05/21/12 12:19 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Belvedere Cannes Film Festival Party Pictures

The Cannes VIP Room was the place to be on Friday night as Belvedere and RED threw a party with a performance from Cindi Lauper. Rolling Stone Ron Wood joined her onstage to entertain the crowd. Bridesmaids leading man Chris O'Dowd hit the red carpet and a banquette with his fiancée Dawn Porter. He's in the South of France chatting up his new movie The Sapphires. Harry Potter's Bonnie Wright was Read more

Trendspotting: Southeast Asian Fast-Casual Restaurants


Updated 05/18/12 2:26 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Food Trend: Asian Fast-Casual Restaurants

In the past year, there's been significant growth nationwide in the number of fast-casual eateries, from burger joints to healthier comfort-food fixtures. The latest craze we've noticed hitting this scene? Asian-themed chain restaurants. Chipotle could've tackled a number of ethnic eats, so the Mexican chain certainly caught our attention when it unveiled its plan for ShopHouse Southeast Asian Read more

Fall Preview: Our Favorite New Products From Crate and Barrel and CB2, and Land of Nod


Updated 05/20/12 12:00 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Crate and Barrel CB2 Land of Nod Fall Product Pictures

We recently swung by the Fall press previews for Crate & Barrel, CB2, and Land of Nod, and were utterly delighted by the new Fall lines. Most of these pieces won't be available until July, so you're getting an exclusive peek at what to expect from these companies in the coming months — make sure to bookmark your favorites so you can look for them online or in-store after July. Here are some Read more

Kate Moss Makes a Splash on the Beach in a Bikini For Harper's Bazaar


Updated 05/17/12 10:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Kate Moss Harper's Bazaar June July 2012 Pictures

Kate Moss covered up a black bikini for a spread in the June/July issue of Harper's Bazaar. She posed for photographer Terry Richardson on the beach in Jamaica for the magazine, which hits newsstands May 29. When she's not traveling for work, Kate's been sticking close to home in London with her husband Jamie Hince. The couple stepped out earlier this week for a Marie Curie Cancer Care Read more

Kate Moss Gets Snap Happy at a Charity Event With Jamie


Updated 05/16/12 7:06 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Kate Moss Marie Curie Cancer Fundraiser Pictures

Kate Moss made a glamorous entrance at the Marie Curie Cancer Care Fundraiser in London yesterday. She wore a long black gown topped with a fur jacket and was joined on the red carpet by her husband Jamie Hince, who looked sleek in a black suit. The event, which was held at Claridge's hotel, was hosted by socialite Heather Kerzner and included high-profile guests Princess Beatrice, Sarah Read more

Low Profile: 15 Reasons to Ditch Your Sky-High Heels


Updated 05/15/12 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Low Heeled Sandals

Come summertime, there's nothing worse than forcing your hot, aching feet into a pair of sky-high stilettos. Whether you're bound for work or play we're all about giving our feet a break with the kind of slick, styled footwear that doesn't come with a four-inch heel. We couldn't be happier that runways from the likes of Valentino and Chloé showcased decidedly comfier styles with kitten heels and Read more

How to Restore an Antique Leather Chair


Updated 04/07/11 3:52 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Restore Leather and Wood Furniture

Last week I bought this antique leather wing chair at an antique shop in San Francisco. I'm kind of obsessed with it! It has so many amazing features like nailhead trim, turned-wood arms, a ladder back, and of course, tufted leather. Its leather cushion is also worn in and a little cracked, which is the well-loved look that I'd been seeking. When I bought it, the leather was a little worse for Read more

Grey's Anatomy Rundown, "Migration"


Updated 05/11/12 5:06 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Grey's Anatomy "Migration" Recap

Usually it's the season finales of Grey's Anatomy that leave us in the lurch, but this week's episode has its very own jaw-dropping cliffhanger. As the residents scramble to figure out whether they will stay in Seattle or move on to greener pastures, every character on the show has something to ruminate on. The party line this week comes from Dr. Webber, who says, "Make sure your ringer's on," as Read more