Fashiontribes Life & Style

Blog, blog, blog...

It seems like everyone and his mother has their own blog.  Much more than just an online diary, blog topics cover everything from politics and social issues to discussions about film and TV.  Here at FashionTribes we not only discuss fashion, but movies, makeup and music as well as an assortment of other interesting topics.  But we're not the only kids on the block, so I thought it might be fun to share a handful of my favorite blogs and bloggers with you:

1.  Things I've Bought that I Love - You know her as Kelly Kapoor on The Office, but Mindy Kaling is not only a comic actress and TV writer/producer, she's an avid shopper as well.  She and her friends blog about their coolest purchases at http://mindyephron.blogspot.com/

2.  Celebritology - There are gossip blogs galore, but few do it with as much class and panache as Liz Kelly of The Washington Post.  Whether it's dissecting the latest episode of Lost, weighing in on Britney's most recent shenanigans or compiling a new Friday list, this is definitely a site to bookmark if you love gossip but wouldn't be caught dead buying a tabloid!  http://blog.washingtonpost.com/celebritology/  For more "insider" Hollywood gossip, The Defamer is like the online version of Entourage.

3.  As a writer, I tend to gravitate towards writer's blogs.  A few of my faves are Ken Levine's   who dishes on American Idol as well as recounting his days writing Cheers, M.A.S.H. and Frasier,  The Artful Writer, which focuses on the craft and business of writing and is hosted by Craig Mazin (Scary Movie 3 and 4) and Ted Elliot (Pirate of the Caribbean, Shrek) and Bill Martell's Sex in a Submarine which gives priceless insight into the life of a working screenwriter.

   
4.  Last but not least is fashionista and trendsetter Stevie Wilson's L.A. Story blog.   Focusing on Southern California as a lifestyle and state of mind rather than a destination, Stevie blogs about fashion, music, skincare, shopping, spas--you name it!  If it's new and hip and to die for--she already knows about it and has blogged about it--trust me!  Check it out at http://www.la-story.com/

Stella Louise

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Kid tested, kid approved! FashionTribes Life & Style gets tips from a toddler at "Emma Recommends"

Adorable isn't she?  But not only is 17 month-old Emma a future heartbreaker, she's present day trendsetter. She personally tests all kinds of kid toys, clothes, books, etc. and posts her favorites on her website, Emma Recommends.

Well, actually the posting is done by proud mommy Heather Hope-Allison, but Emma does make her opinions known about the coolest baby accoutrements.  In addition to Emma's recommendations on books, toys and clothes, there's a section where you can send in your favorite baby's pic and their favorite thing! 

So whether you are looking for the best products for your little one or for great gift ideas for baby showers, kid birthdays or what to get your little niece or nephew for Christmas, check out this cool kid's website for what babies REALLY love!

Stella Louise

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PS Arts Charity and LA Antiques Show Hang Out at the Barker Hanger for Charity! Fashiontribes Life & Style Blog

PS ARTS CHARITY and The L.A. Antiques Show at the
Barker Hanger opened this evening with a terrific
pre-party preview for the next 4 days of the show.
Dealers from all over the world showed their fabulous
wares, and some stunning estate jewlery to a packed
crowd, which included Barbra Streisand, Blythe Danner, Steven Weber and wife modeling some of the jewelry,Debbie Mazure (wearing a red turban) and (the
model/actress on Las Vegas--- Molly Sims? Terrific
cocktails and passed food kept a very young and
beautiful crowd lively and happy, which led to a very
spirited silent auction, all to benefit the PS Arts
charity.  Runs through Sunday, GO! It's an event NOT to be missed!

Taking place at Barker Hangar at Santa Monica Air Center, show hours are from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm on Thursday, 4/26, Friday, 4/27 and Saturday, 4/28. Show hours on Sunday, 11/29 at 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Ticket prices will be $15 for daily admittance, which includes the show catalog.The Antique Dealers Association of California, founded in 1924, is a group of knowledgeable dealers pledged to integrity and fair dealing in the buying and selling of antiques. Members are experts in their individual fields with inventories ranging from 17th century baroque to Americana, from 18th century ceramics to fine rugs and textiles, from fine art to Asian antiquities to 20th century photography and design.

P.S. ARTS mission is to restore arts education programs to public elementary and middle schools in disadvantaged areas, predominantly serving children who live at or below the federal poverty level. This non-profit organization accomplishes this by providing comprehensive, sequential and grade-level appropriate programs in dance, music, theater and visual arts to every child at its 24 partner schools throughout the year from September to June. Since it’s founding by Paul Cummins in 1991 at Crossroads School, P.S. ARTS has positively impacted the lives of tens of thousands of children. Currently, the organization serves 14,000 Pre-K-8 grade students throughout Los Angeles County and California’s Central Valley. P.S. ARTS strives to raise more money to provide even more children with its critical educational tools.

Karina Mediate

Want to Give MOM the Gift of Her Dreams? Enter To Win A Trip for Mom & Daughter/Son to the Big APPLE for the DREAMGIRLS DREAM BIG GIVEAWAY!!! Fashontribes LIFESTYLIST DREAMGIRLS Dream Big Blog!

In  honor of Mother's Day and in conjunction with the release of Dreamgirls on DVD, Glam.com  would LOVE to send one LUCKY reader  and their mom to New York City for a day packed with pampering and fun.

What the winner gets:

* A trip for him/her and his/her mom to New York City (Airfare for 2)
* at the luxurious Dream Hotel ( 1 room/1 night)
  * Makeovers for him/her and his/her mom (2)
  *Tickets to a Broadway show (2)

  * Dream Big gift bag
  * Dreamgirls 2-disc DVD
  * Dreamgirls 2-disc Soundtrack
   * Exclusive Dreamgirls Playbill
   *  Dreamgirls Coffee Table book

When?
This  promotion is in progress NOW  and will run until May 31st.

For more  information AND TO ENTER THIS CONTEST, you can go to www.glam.com/dreamgirls

Start DREAMING Chiquitas and ENTER this contest! It never hurts to dream and this is a BIG dream, so dream BIG!

THE BOYS OF SUMMER - MEN'S SWIMWEAR - PARKE & RONEN Lauches a Miami and Calif Style Collection. FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLIST BLOG

Now that I'm back from Miami with a tan and some glam, I'm definitely a fan... of Parke and Ronen. Not because I can wear the collection, because it's for men... but, because the type of man who wears it is definitely my type. And, since I review fashion for a living, it's always a perk to travel and a bonus to view a beatiful boy... or two... or six in a row. Goodness... I love my job!

With the Raleigh Hotel serving as a luxuriously lush background, with jungle landscaping and stark white interiors that remind me of the British Raj and are so signature CSI Miami,









... the afternoon's appointed haute spot was definitely poolside with a showcase of the latest offerings from Parke and Ronen.





I've always believed that Speedos were more of a hurt (they're so damned tight) and a hindrance (a guy can loose the circulation in his legs). So, the new collection from Parke and Ronen is a welcome, stylish alternative... at least several cuts above pedestrian surfer shorts and lightyears more attractive than traditional trunks, especially for those of us beach girls who consider eyeing our local surfers as a spectator sport.







A favorite among celeb hunks Heath Ledger and Andres Balazs, Parke & Ronen has grown to be a pioneer in the men's swimwear world and a leader in its industry since its conception in June 1997. We had a blast previewing Parke & Ronen's men's Summer 2007 collection poolside while we schmoozed and cruised to the sultry sounds by DJ's Daniel Stern & Tavin Riter. I can remember thinking, "Is this why I went to film school?"... before resuming a heated conversation with a party of French men on vacation who just happened to be staying at the hotel. The vibe being conducive to all things sexy, more than than 30 swimsuits were sold in just three hours at the Raleigh Hotel cabanas, since guests were given the opportunity to purchase swimsuits on-site straight off the runway plus received styling advice from the designers themselves.







Interestingly enough, the most intimate purchases were made by women for their husbands, lovers and "special friends"... possibly in retaliation and preparation for more playful Summer encounters on the sand and sea... because each swimsuit is especially designed for comfort and convenience... meaning that it's a lot easier for a girl to slide off her man with one hand than one of those tight little speedo thingies... spontaneity is everything... don't you think?

Marie Bargas

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Fashionscribe's 02 Intraceuticals Swag Bag! FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLIST BLOG

Tonight as I type this into the wee hours of the morning... YAWN... I was such a silly girl for the past couple of days... Such preoccupation with everything sensual can be such a delightful distraction. It's so hard to break away and concentrate. But, tomorrow when I get up to face another day, I know there won't be any traces of this or any other of my late nights this week because I came home with a fully stocked 02 Intraceuticals SWAG BAG... and gee... it all works!

CLEANSING GEL

A lightweight gel cleanser to thoroughly cleanse the skin. This non-greasy formula removes excess oil and impurities and primes the skin to obtain maximum benefits of Intraceuticals serum infusions and nourishers.

WHY IT WORKS
Soap free cleansing agents ensure thorough removal of oil and impurities while the non-greasy formula ensures the skin is pH balanced and primed to receive nourishment.

INSIDE SCOOP:

This cleanser cleans so deeply that it may be too drying for older skin on an every day basis, however, my teenage niece has been using it to clear up her acne, so she steals my bottle when she comes to visit! I have adult acne prone skin, so I use it every day before bed and wake up with skin that feels nourished not oily or greasy.

CONTOUR EYE GEL

An ultra concentrated gel to actively hydrate and combat free radicals and visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles around the delicate eye area. This soothing, non-irritating pH balanced gel is quickly absorbed deep into the skin for intense nourishment and to help reduce the appearance of puffiness.
A unique combination of antioxidants including Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Green Tea help fight free radical damage, and optical light diffusers disperse light and illuminate the skin.

WHY IT WORKS

Vitamins and antioxidants are drawn deep into the skin for healthy cell growth and to help reduce free radical activity. Hyaluronic acid hydrates to improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the delicate eye area.

INSIDE SCOOP: Smokers find that a drop or two of the eye gel around the lips and mouth area keeps those smoker's smile lines from appearing.

HYDRATION GEL

A lightweight, non-greasy, moisture-rich gel for all skin types to actively counteract skin dehydration, continue hydration benefits of Intraceuticals infusions and create an invisible barrier against moisture loss. This silky hydration complex promotes natural collagen and elastin production improving skin texture, visibly smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. Helps to refract and disperse light leaving skin soft, radiant and refreshed.

WHY IT WORKS

Vitamins and antioxidants are drawn deep into the skin for healthy cell growth and to help reduce free radical activity. Hyaluronic acid hydrates and refines to improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

INSIDE SCOOP:
Never leave home without it, especially if you're planning on staying overnight or up all night. A quick application of the gel in the morning under your make-up makes you look fresh and rested even if you've been up all night on the dance floor or turning in that last minute report.

MOISTURE BINDING CREAM

A light, nutrient rich cream with essential oils and antioxidants to restore moisture, help fight free radicals and visibly reduce the signs of ageing. Antioxidants and natural extracts combine to soothe, condition and restructure the skin. Complex hyaluronic acid and squalene promote deep hydration and nourishment leaving skin soft, smooth and radiant.

WHY IT WORKS

Vitamin A, Green Tea and Macadamia Oil are powerful antioxidants to support healthy cell growth and help reduce free radical activity.Aloe Vera, Geranium and Jojoba oil help to soothe, calm and condition the skin. Wheat germ helps to restructure the skin and reinforce the skin's barrier.

INSIDE SCOOP: This is a fabulous non-greasy night cream. Blend with clear zinc for daytime wear on the tennis court, sunning at the pool, or on the beach for continuous moisture and added sunscreen protection

Marie Bargas.

Belen Echandia - Simply Beautiful!! FASHIONTRIBES LIFESTYLIST BLOG

London brand, Belen Echandia, designs high-quality leather handbags for women who want a very special bag. Established in 2003 as a luxury company with a personal touch, Belen Echandia produces each exclusive piece by hand in a European atelier in small quantities. Designers spend months in Italy finalizing the details of each bag especially for you. With a new partnership with an Italian workshop, newly added luxurious silk fuchsia linings, personalized hardware, PDA pockets and a new logo with fuchsia crystals whilst maintaining its trademark simplicity and functionality, Belen Echandia is offering a beautiful 2007 collection.

View the collection at www.belenechandia.com. You're also invited to the trunk show at Henri Bendel in New York on March 30th and 31st. New Yorkers will have the opportunity to meet the designers behind Belen Echandia, see the new collections for yourselves and place orders! Prince William's girlfriend, Kate Middleton, is a fan and I'm sure I'm see more celebrities carrying B.E. around. Keep an eye out!

Written by California Style from Belen Echandia - Simply Beautiful 

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