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Won't You Take a Ride, Ride, Ride on Heavy Metal...in Some of the Season's Coolest Accessories & Jewelry. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

A fun way to ride out the metallic trend is with accessories crafted from tough metals not usually associated with fashion or fine jewelry. Steel, gunmetal & titanium all make for fun eyecatching pieces that go a creative step beyond your usual gold, silver or platinum.

Some cool-tough metal accessories:

  Bo's Art Delila steel "snake gold" clutch - BosArt.com

Giles & Brother gunmetal bracelet - BluebeeOnline.com

     Black titanium & rainbow anodized ring - Titanium-Jewelry.com

Black stainless steel hoops - Steel-Jewelry.com

Tous stainless steel watch with diamonds - Tous-Shop.com (via instyle.com)

Stella McCartney ball & ring necklace - Net-a-Porter.com

- Lesley Scott

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Why Coat Your Tresses with Chemical-Laden Hairspray when Lemons & Water Can be Used as a Natural Affordable Alternative Instead? FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG

Lemon Hair Spray - from MyBeautyRecipes.com:

Ingredients:

• 1 lemon
• 2 cups of water

Instructions:

• Cut the lemon over a glass bowl to catch the juice.
• Add the lemon pieces and the water to the bowl and set the bowl in a pot of simmering water.
• Simmer until the lemon water mixture has been reduced by half.
• Pour it through a piece of cheesecloth to strain out the lemon pieces.
• Let the liquid cool, and then transfer it to a clean spray bottle.

This all-natural hairspray will keep for up to a week in the fridge, and leave your hair with a light, fresh lemony scent.

- Lesley Scott

(photo: hort.purdue.edu)

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Natacha Marro's Mindblowingly Lustworthy Metallic Platform Strappy Sandals. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & SHOE BLOG

A welcome edgier take on the covered platform - just what we've come to expect from our impossibly cool fashionista friends across the Pond. Natacha Marro Sandy available at House-of-Harlot.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Check Out the A HOT New Singer-- Alexa Wilkinson -- On Tour with Josh Kelley-- Hitting LA for 2 Dates This Week! LA STORY Indie Music Blog & Podcast!!

Alexa Wilkinson is a name you might not  recognize right now but very soon, you are going to hear her tunes climbing the charts and her voice will be on the radio a lot!  Her first CD, Lullaby Appetite, currently available on iTunes and will be nationally released June 2007 on DNK Records (home to Josh Kelley.)

Photo my Mario Antoine

Check out the REST of the story and Part I of the Podcast with Alexa Wilkinson on tour with Josh Kelley and Keaton Simons on LA Story blog!

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Completely Stunning Silver Shawl-Scarf-Belt Fabulousness from Nomad Eye. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORY BLOG

100% Peruvian silver net with burgundy snakeskin. Should you prefer leather or fur instead of crystals, that's an option, too. Available at NomadEye.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Feel Like Peas in a (Fashion) Pod in a Cute Necklace from Lucky Accessories. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

Faceted green freshwater pearls wire-wrapped in sterling silver for $40. Available at LuckyAccessories.com.

- Lesley Scott

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A Sweet Lavender Polka Dot Shirt in Luscous Cotton Voile by Rebecca & Drew Manufacturing. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

Could this be any more romantic & springtime'ish? Available at RebeccaAndDrew.com.

- Lesley Scott

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A Book that Launched the Peggy Guggenheim of the Bead World. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG

The book that started it all.

A Mother’s Day gift in 1990 launched Portland jewelry designer Carmelleta Nash-Pronold’s career in jewelry design. When she unwrapped  Africa Adorned by Angela Fisher, the photos inspired her to do beadwork and to seek out extraordinary beads whenever possible.  “I have come to recognize that I am the (late art collector) Peggy Guggenheim of the bead world," she notes. Like Guggenheim, she travels worldwide, using her keen fashionista's eye to discover unusual beads, such as glass beads from Italy, and her personal faves: clear quartz crystal.

Available at BeadsForever-Portland.us.

- Lesley Scott

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Fashiontribes Voted One of the Top 10 of the 50 Best US Fashion Blogs!

Fashion IQ recently ranked the Top 50 US Fashion blogs, and Fashiontribes ranked in the Top 10!

Weekly Web Snob Roundup: The Best Posts of the Week from Our Fave Online Fashion & Lifestyle Publishers. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

FASHION:

 

• Stylehive talks to Jovovich-Hawk! Read Milla and Carmen's answers about their line, being best friends, and what’s up next for their line.
• Get started modeling with Stylebites as she spills the secrets on how to get scouted and submit to agencies in NYC!
• How Sassy changed my life. [FabSugar] 
• StyleBakery.com finds the ultimate one-size-fits-all dress that can be worn 12 different ways - as seen on American Idol favorite, Jordin Sparks.
• Wedding bells ring that much sweeter, Fashiontribes finds, when your gown is by Isaac Mizrahi bridal for Target & costs under $200.
  
• Papierblog looks at Singapore designer Khoon Hooi from Singapore's Spring fashion week.
• Second City Style on designer Cyndi Chan. Just in time for Spring/Summer '07.

 

ACCESSORIES, BAGS & SHOES:

• Bag Snob digs the anaconda bag from Devi Kroell, the bag designer du jour!
• Coquette has the perfect remedy to the dull work week blues with jewelry by Naughty Secretary Club. In celebration of Administrative Professionals Week, everything is 25% off!
• The Jewelry Weblog is passionate about Passion Works' jewelry, which will put a smile on your face.
• Aspiring Handbag Designers: eBelle5 wants you to be discovered.
• Girlawhirl readers save $50 on new Stella McCartney totes at Intermix.
• Drew Barrymore and Jennifer Lo.'s bangles. [SheFinds]
• Styleaholics, get to know YANA Handbags, an artistic, luxe collection of beautiful bags.
• Because any boss lady - including Kristopher Dukes - sometimes lives in a "Bubble" (Louis Vuitton Ring).

MENS' FASHION:

• Groomzillas, listen up! Win a $100 gift certificate for great groom prizes for sharing your tale of wedding terror. [Fashiontribes Fellow]

BEAUTY:

• LA STORY Gets Into Hot Water--with Spongeables and Spongelles Infused Sponges!
• Christina is lusting after the perfect fake tan at eBeautyDaily.

LIFESTYLE:

• Shower mom with love & sweet treats from Dancing Deer. [The Sweet Life]
• Rock out at the new Hard Rock Hotel San Diego this fall. [The Travel Snob]

- Lesley Scott

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JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE Goes GRAY-- As in MACY GRAY! LA Story CONTEST Blog!

Macy Gray will be performing on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Thursday, May 3, 2007. Tune in at 12:05 pm for the show and catch her performance! 

Wait!!! We have something better. Wouldn't it be great to see the show LIVE?

YOU CAN-- if you work FAST. Check out the LA STORY Blog for all the details-- worth the time and effort to see Macy Gray and Jimmy Kimmell LIVE!!

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Bad Dressing Room Lighting & Miserable Customer Service. That's No Way to Kick Off a Vaca. Start Your Swimwear Shopping with a Smile Online at Heidi Klein. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

Loathe to shop for swimwear in London during the depressing winter months & in equally depressing shops,  Heidi Gosman and Penny Klein decided it made no sense to start one's vacation miserable when its actually supposed to be an escape from day-to-day life. Hence their Your Holiday Starts Here motto for their Heidi Klein boutiques in the UK & now online.

Specializing in suits for all body types - with lingerie-type support and fit but without making you appear like you inadvertently showed up on the beach in your skivvies - their Essentials collection has mix-and-match tops and bottoms, and even D-G cups. The Heidi Klein line offers sexy bikinis and chic one pieces, along with caftans, skirts, hats, bags - everything you need for your vacation (whether it's Summertime or not) - and all in a friendly & warm environment where the sales associates actually know something about fit.

Get your vaca on at HeidiKlein.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Get Behind the Fashion Biz in an Interesting Video Webcast Interview by CIT with Marc Ecko. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

Created by Conde Nast Media Group and global financial company CIT, this is the first in a 4-part series of original webcasts.

Check it out at CIT.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Some of the Best Beauty Products in the World are to be Found in the Supermarket & on your Plate, as explained in "Eating for Beauty" by David Wolfe. FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG

You are what you eat, and in this roadmap to a better, stronger, happier - and yes, more beautiful - you, Wolfe reveals what an art form proper nutrition is, every bite a brush stroke, every swallow a new color.

From the technical nuts-and-bolts about foods that are high in the cleansing, energizing & beautifying minerals silicon & sulphur - such as aloe vera, arugula, burdock, cucumbers, figs, hemp seeds, macadamia nuts, nettles, olives, onions, pumpkin seeds, radishes, turmeric & watercress - to papaya (loaded with natural enzymes), durian (contains the amino acid tryptophan with increases seretonin in the brain), and coconut (lauric acid -  antifungal and antiviral), Wolfe also explains how "good" fats can help create a gorgeous new you.

In addition to showing how to cleanse, nourish, and beautify with a fresh-food diet, Klein focuses on the mental component, showing how the proper amount of sleep and activities like yoga create a sunny, happy outlook that literally makes you glow.

Available at Amazon.com.

- Lesley Scott

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STYLEHIVE BUZZ: Feel Sexy in a Girlie Ruffled Cha Cha Dress by Malicious Designs. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

- via Stylehive.com

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Juno Shoes Delivers the Versace Runway Look for Way, Way Less. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & SHOE BLOG

Versace $1100

Juno $118

Despite noble sentiments of investing in wardrobe pieces to "wear forever" - the best excuse ever invented for justifying spending sprees involving wait-listed bags or impractical shoes with 3 small strips of leather & 4-figure pricetags - the reason most of us are completely obsessed with fashion is because you're not forced to wear the same thing forever. In fact, it's the sworn duty of the tried-and-true fashionista to covet, obsess over & hunt for something new each season (However, duty doesn't come cheap these days, especially in a world where it seems normal to shell out $20 for logo'd lipgloss or hundred$ for spendy "premium" jeans.)

To save your credit rating, it pays to ferret out the look for less. These Versace lookalikes have the vibe of the original for a tenth of the price, making it a pleasure to heed the call of duty.

Available at JunoShoes.com.

- Lesley Scott

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A Pair of "To Die For" Shoes rules "The Shoe Queen" by Anna Davis, Along with the Jazz Age & Paris. Mais Oui! FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & SHOE BLOG

  “The mid-1920s had seen hemlines rising up toward the knee for the first time…Beautifully designed, flamboyant shoes…promised a sensuality in the wearer…Genevieve prided herself on being one of the first women to really understand that shoes could be the focal point of an outfit.” - The Shoe Queen, pg. 20.

Genevieve Shelby King, an English society beauty, is desperately unhappy with her cold, repressive family. So when Robert, a wealthy American, turns up for a business meeting with her father, she sees her escape route, marries him, and persuades him to move to Paris. While he is a staid, conservative type, she thrives in the bohemian, glittering city of her dreams amidst the writers and artists, splashing her husband’s cash all over town on fabulous designer clothes and, of course, shoes—her great passion in life. She quickly befriends the cabaret star, Lulu of Montparnasse, and the dynamic duo hit the nightclubs and salons with gusto, leaving her hapless husband behind. But all this frivolity cannot erase the pain of the secret Genevieve must keep from her new friends, and from her husband, who is fixed upon digging into her past.

After spotting a pair of amazing shoes on her social arch-rival, Genevieve is determined to have a pair made for her. But the exclusive designer, Paolo Zachari, handpicks his clients according to whim. He says no to Genevieve and insists that no amount of money will change his mind. As Genevieve’s desire for a pair of unobtainable shoes develops into an obsession with their elusive creator, her marriage comes under threat, unleashing the full depths of her passion, and forcing her to confront the emptiness of her elaborately designed life and the secret that is buried deep in her past.

The Shoe Queen is available at SimonSays.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Ring in a New Relationship with the Right Diamond Sparkler Attached to Your Finger. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG

The dress, the cake, and the party all quickly become fond (hopefully!) memories, but you're sporting the ring everyday - so why not make it unusual, eyecatching & completely you?

Some great diamond ring options:

Times Square 3 ring - StephenEinhorn.com
Endless Diamonds - Macys.com

18k yellow gold with freshwater pearl & diamonds - JaneRunchman.com

 

Recycled 18k palladium white gold, sapphires & diamonds - GreenKarat.com

   Engraved vintage ring - Doyle & Doyle

 

 

Black titanium & platinum tension setting - Titanium-Jewelry.com

 

Conflict-free, eco-friendly & in full compliance with fair labor practices - LeberJeweler.com

 

  For some logos with your bling, it's all about Harry Winston "HW" rings - HarryWinston.com

Inspired by- & designed using turn-of-the-century tools by Van Craeynest  - Clay-Pot.com

...and if you're really joined at the hip, perhaps you should consider Loree Rodkin's diamond Bondage ring which extends the entire length of the finger! Available at BlueBeeOnline.com

      
- Lesley Scott

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Should You Lack the Funds to Travel to Fiji, Frangipani Infusion Body Butter is the Next Best Thing. FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG

My head is bobbling and going COCO for coconut infused body butter (no Jack-in-the-Box jokes please) while white soy and passion flower extracts taunt my body for more. In fact, one faint soupçon of these extracts is sure to seduce your discriminating nose palate like it did mine - ok so we don't have a palate for our nose...whatever.

This product was tested on Chole Girl, not on fuzzy furry animals. (Warning: do not eat.)

Available at Amazon.com. 

- Chole Girl, Beauty Editor, She Unlimited
(cholebenoit@sheunlimited.com)

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Rejuvenate & Beautify from Within with "Vital PSP" - FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY BLOG

A beauty miracle worker in a bottle, this helps skin, circulation,  encourages cellular repair & even banishes painful calcium deposits. Available from SimplyDivineBotanicals.com, run by the fabulous Barbara Rogers - a master herbalist & completely trustworthy source of all-natural beauty & skincare products that are chemical-free & effective.

- Lesley Scott

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Stainless Steel Goes Upscale as Chi Chi Bags in the Hands of Bo's Art. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG

A look from the "Opera" Collection by Bo's Art.

Using multiple layers of fine stainless steel mesh of varying weights and textures, designers Bozenna and Lukasz Bogucki turn masculine metal in girlie bags by treating the steel with 24-karat gold plating, 23-karat gold leaf, copper and brass to give it the appearance of shiny ribbons, silk moiré, and peacock feathers.  Purchasing info at BosArt.net.

- Lesley Scott

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STYLEHIVE BUZZ: Funky Handmade Leather Cutout Cuff. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG

- via Stylehive.com

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See-Through, Ventilated Shoe & Handbag Boxes Make Organized Storage a Stylish Snap. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG

When not in use, the boxes store flat...genius! Available at Clear-Shoe-Boxes.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Spring is a Great Excuse to Vamp up Your Lingerie & Bra Wardrobe. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

Some sexy sweet nothings from Aubade.

When shopping for new tees and tanks, don't forget your style underneath!  The right bra can really
complete your look, so Bare Necessities has helpfully put together a guide to the Top 10 Must-Have bra solutions for warmer weather. Also, all US orders over $75 receive free shipping at BareNecessities.com.

- Lesley Scott

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GLAM SHOPPING BEAT: Wedding Bells Ring that Much Sweeter When Your Gown is by Isaac Mizrahi & You Paid Less than $200 for it. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

 

Glamorous looks for less from the new Isaac Mizrahi for Target Bridal collection.

Glam Shopping Beat column - by Lesley Scott:

While it long ago captured the hearts & minds of fashionistas everywhere, the fabulous Target has now pretty much assured its place atop the fashion-foodchain forever with the upcoming May 5th launch of the new Isaac Mizrahi for Target.com bridal collection. Ranging in price from $10 - $160, the line includes including bridal gowns, bridesmaid’s dresses and men’s accessories - everything a frugal wedding party could need without being forced to scrimp on style.

“My bridal gowns are all reinventions of the classics, providing an affordable alternative for women everywhere,” explains Mizrahi about his line of eight ivory, white & black bridal looks, including a tulle princess dress, silk charmeuse cowl neck sheath and silk faille trapunto bell gown. “I put a lot of design energy into designing this collection for Target because every bride deserves to find the gown of her dreams, regardless of her budget.  Every woman remembers how she felt on her wedding day for the rest of her life, so ensuring she feels confident in the ‘perfect’ dress is very important to me.”

As an added bonus, every purchase made at one of Target's 1,494 stores or at Target.com enables the company to contribute grants & special programs to worthy charities & organizations through their 5% club, through which they have donated more than $2 million a week.

For more budget-savvy wedding planning ideas & accessories, be sure to check out Target Club Wedd.

Look resplendent on your big day & have ca$h leftover to splurge afterward by getting suited up at Target.com:

14k white gold wedding ring with 6.5 mm Moissanite solitare - $600

Lily of the Valley Bundle - $20

1/2 carat diamond studs - $200
Mossimo jeweled satin sandal - $20

Triple-strand pearl necklace - $250
Beaded clutch - $25

  Faux pashmina in Antique White - $13

Don't forget to give good gift: Maid of Honor Tote - $14

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Rock Chic Threads by Boaz Featuring Heraldry Motifs Dating back to 12th Century. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION BLOG

Simultaneously channels design themes like geometric symbols from the Middle Ages while paying homage to the punk rock glam movement of the 80's. "It's proof of how inseparable fashion and music are," explains the designer, Boaz, about this edgy, sexy collection of fitted pants and jackets. Available at Boaz-NY.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Time to Think About SPF Protection. Aubrey Organics Natural Sun SPF 25 Does the Job Without Nasty Chemicals. FASHIONTRIBES BEAUTY & SKINCARE BLOG

Perfect for days when you're outdoors & active. It's a touch on the thick white side, so be sure to rub it in well. Available at Aubrey-Organics.com.

- Lesley Scott

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Frothy "Fairy Blossom" Earrings by Space Mermaid add the Right Light Touch for Spring or Summer. FASHIONTRIBES FASHION & ACCESSORIES BLOG

Charming clusters of Peruvian opals, freshwater pearls, mother of pearl, Czech glass, and jade. Available at SpaceMermaid.com.

- Lesley Scott

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