If you're trying to make your locks look like those of a Tinseltown beauty, check out the styling tools used by the stars. Metropolis Technology, whose products have appeared on The View, recently wowed the A-list crowd at the GBK Oscar Gift Suite with their range of hair-managing merchandise:
AnnaLynne McCord, the latest member of hot young Hollywood, can turn up the heat with a flip of her blonde locks. They say the 90210 star is a fan of the Travel Mini-Iron, which features Titanium plates for zero-drag ease when straightening your tresses.
It takes more than magic to tame the mane of Selena Gomez. The Wizards of Waverly Place star checked out Metropolis Technology's range of hair dryers, including the T-ion travel dryer-- a compact styling accessory for paparazzi magnets on the move. At only 5" across, the dainty dryer can fit in the palm of your hand.
The Disney darling also took a look at the Z-Ion Dryer, a lightweight product that promises to nearly cut in half the time it takes to get your hair from wet to "all set."
Metropolis Technology hair styling products, which include hair dryers, styling irons, travel-size styling products and accessories, are priced from $20 to $250.
20081107: Kat Von D's Color Collection Cosmetics (video)
Having made her mark in the world of body art, L.A. Ink star Kat Von D is now making an indelible impression in the cosmetics field with her recently-released line of color collection makeup from Sephora. Featuring an array of eyeshadow, lipstick, brushes and a carryall case, the collection offers edgy elegance that will leave your look forever etched in the memory of your significant other. Eye shadow: Like the keys of a piano, the musical motif of Kat Von D's True Romance eyeshadow palette strikes just the right chord. A harmonizing array of color is on display when opening the black, rose-covered compact which contains the Ludwig eyeshadow shades. By its very name an opulent tone, Baroque is a golden bronze shimmer which brings warmth to the deep chocolate brown sheen of Leather. Offering a hint of heavy metal, Downtown is a metallic light copper which can be tempered by the lighter tones of Tequila, which is a metallic cornsilk sheen, as well as by the dare to be bare buff tint of Clay. For a dash of drama, try the bold beauty of Dimebag-- a metallic lime green, or Orbi, which features a golden green shimmer. For a glance that's Gothic at its most glamorous,line your lids with Lucifer, a devilishly decadent shade of matte charcoal black.
Also containing the shades christened Lucifer, Leather and Tequila, the Beethoven eyeshadow case offers darker tones with the addition of Speed Blue, a deep metallic shade; Razor Grey, a shade of industrialized steel; Sinner, a passionate purple black and Rad Purple, a matte purple black with a glint of purple glitter.
For those wanting a symphony of somber shades, there's Metal Orchestra. Along with Lucifer and Razor Gray, the royal blue of Techno adds pop to your peepers while the deep purple of Thrasher and the indigo tint of Dagger provides your look with a hint of mystery. Balancing the nuances of noir is a lighter spectrum of Slayer, a dove grey and First Class, a classic white.
All eyeshadow palettes-- each with two double-ended applicators-- are contained in black cases stenciled with the tattoo artist's signature roses.
For a harmonizing color duet, try the Rock 'n' Roll Eyeshadow Duo. A convenient mirror under the lid allows you to check out your transformation as you apply hues dubbed Air Guitar (beige), Confessional (peach), Groupie (grape), King Cobra (green), Livewire (taupe), Moonshine (blue), Motorhead (dark grey), Riff Raff (brown) and Sixshooter (metallic grey).
Everyone will remember your name when you wear Autograph eyeliner. For a piercing gaze, choose Puro Amor or Black Metal Love, while the chocolate brown of Immortal Love, the silver sheen of Love Metal, Romantic's antique gold tone and the bronzed metallic plum of Turbo Lover creates a softer view of you. Lipstick:
Perfect your pout with one of Kat Von D's lipsticks. The clear Lucite at the bottom end of the tube reveals the color contained within, ranging from the come hither crimson of Underage Red,
Add a dazzling dimension to your smile with the Lightning Lipglosses mini-set, five 0.11 oz. glosses for a femme fatale look each dubbed with a sultry sobriquet: Saint, Fierce Red, Bam, Gunshine and Stormy.
Glitterati goddess Kim Kardashian always sparkles at red carpet events, but the paparazzi magnet was provided with additional shine thanks to a recent birthday present from ItsHot.com, the exclusive manufacturer of Luccello Jewelry. As the reality star moved to the groove at LAX nightclub on October 24, 2008 the gleam of strobe lights danced on her new 34 carat diamond necklace, a one of a kind creation.
Far from the only famous face to be graced with ice from ItsHot.com, the manufacturer's rocks are regularly worn by the upper crust of rap and hip hop's hierarchy, including Akon, Nelly, Ja Rule, The Game, Sean Kingston, Snoop Dogg and Aubrey O'Day, who recently ruled the red carpet with $250,000 worth of ItsHot gems, while her constant canine companion sported a $50,000 dog collar.
Although A-list accessories may be out of reach for most, ItsHot.com also offers a number of less expensive expressions of luxury, including a pair of 10K gold heart-shaped diamond earrings for $145, 10K gold diamond kite stud earrings for $99 and fresh water pearl earrings for $75. For those dreaming of an "I do," the site also has an array of engagement rings, with a 14K gold ring adorned with round and princess cut diamonds for $495 and a 14K gold princess and round diamond ring with a pave setting priced at $450.
2008924: Dita Von Teese Launches Lingerie Line (video)
Bringing her vision of vintage beauty from the burlesque stage to the boudoir, performance artist Dita Von Teese and Wonderbra have joined forces for the launch of the performer's signature line of lingerie. Her love affair with dainty underwear beginning as a young girl, a stint behind the counter of a lingerie store started the star on a path which led to a job as an undergarment buyer and professional training as a costume designer along with her career captivating audiences with her nostalgic salute to the striptease of days gone by. Now Dita has utilized her eye for elegance to create attire that can make any woman feel as provocative as a pin-up.
Available in small, medium and large, the Wonderbra by Dita Von Teese Collection offers three styles-- Spot-Teese, Multi-Teese and Satine-Teese:
Spot-Teese
Giving the illusion of a body almost in the buff, black tulle sprinkled with polka dots create a peek-a-boo effect when draped over the nude fabric of the Moulded Cleavage Bra, the Moulded Balcony Bra (which also features a crimson rose accent over a tiny black bow) and a matching brief and thong or a black lace suspender belt and thong.
Multi-Teese
Dita's design unveils a tantalizing trick of the burlesque trade as a magnetic closure on the bras and briefs allows easy exposure of your assets. Velvet trimmed straps which can conform to several dress styles provide another touch of retro romance to a bra enhanced with sequin accents. A matching thong and brief also sports the sparkle of sequins on delicate bow embellishments. Satine-Teese
A body-sculpting high-waisted shaping suspender conjures up images of a 1940's femme fatale, as does its partners in seduction-- a deep plunging vintage bra or cleavage bra (both featuring black lace detailing) and a matching brief and thong. The garments are available in oyster or a barely there peach hue.
The Wonderbra by Dita Von Teese Collection can be pruchased online at figleaves.com, asos.com, and several other luxury lingerie sites.
Having conquered the world of adult entertainment, Tera Patrick now brings beauty to the boudoir with her line of Mistress Couture lingerie. From burlesque-style bras to panties that will leave your partner panting, following are just a few of the pleasure treasures that will help to set the stage for seduction:
* Teasingly provocative, tame your mate with the Purrfect 10 Peek-A-Boo lingerie set, consisting of a spandex, barely-there bikini top paired with the flirtatious flounce of a micro mini skirt that offers a revealing view of black ruffle panties hiding just beneath the fabric.
* Be the dominatrix of your love den in a Homewrecker Halter and Panties Set. Reminiscent of a pin up model's intimate attire, black spaghetti straps hold up a pink and black polka dot halter bra, its black elastic lace waistband mirrored on the pair of matching panties.
* As its name implies, the Bring Them To Their Knees corset lingerie set is bound to captivate any woman's conquest. A feminine flocked corset tie up corset features a playful pink and black polka dot pattern and satin bow embellishments, matched with a layered micro mini skirt.
* The pink piping of the Double Trouble lingerie set outlines curves covered by a thin layer of black netting that leaves little to the imagination.
* The Mistress Couture logo lets your partner know that you're boss in the bedroom when you show off your assets in Sweet Nothing Hot Pants-- a pair of black cotton lycra panties accented with a pink satin bow.
The line of naughty notions flatter figures in sizes small, medium, large and plus size.
2008826: Paris Hilton Launches "The Bandit" Line of Hair Extension Headbands (video)
A socialite with style, Paris Hilton has brought her fashion forward finesse to her own line of shoes, handbags, fragrances...the list goes on and it continues to grow with the introduction of The Bandit hair extension headbands-- trendsetting tresses for glam on the go.
Made of 100% polyester fiber, The Bandit offers a range of hues to harmonize with your hair color. Women with fair hair will find that the signature Paris shade strikes a happy medium between the the sun kissed pale blonde extensions and the darker "winter blonde" tone, while brunettes are offered a selection of medium and dark browns, with a maple honey for hair with lighter highlights. Fans of frosted hair can also find their perfect match, as can those with raven locks.
Three different lengths allows you to differentiate your 'do in seconds. The 6" version, which can easily be worn by those with long locks, creates a bouncy bob, and those who slip on the 9" hair extension headband will brush a head of shoulder-length hair. The line's crowning glory is the flirtatious faux 22" mane which, like the others, is attached with Velco on to the four headbands (which come in leopard print, plaid and polka dots) provided with each purchase.
The Bandit brand of hair extension headbands will be available starting September 20, 2008. For more information visit www.parisandsally.com.
2008816: Celebrities Sparkle in Energy Muse Gemstone Jewelry
More than merely a fashionable accessory, gemstone jewelry can guide its wearer on a path to personal fulfillment. Whether you are looking for romance, prosperity or creativity to feel complete, Energy Muse jewelry--the favorite of many stylish celebrities-- offers ornamentation with the aspiration to balance your being.
Lovestoned
Love makes the world go 'round, and tapping in to the earth's bountiful resources can aid in the search for a soul mate or the quest to love one's self. Like the first blush of romance, the pale pink rose quartz, combined with a silver Chinese symbol of Double Happiness, enhances the chances of finding bliss.
A potent combination of malachite, aventurine and obsidian is designed to draw forth lovers. The attraction necklace and bracelet's beauty is accented with an ancient Chinese coin to represent good fortune.
Hope is at the heart of every love story, and an alliance of rose quartz, aventurine, malachite, peridot and watermelon tourmaline that decorate the 4th chakra necklace and bracelet allow the emotion, along with its sister feelings compassion and forgiveness, to break down any barriers that stand in the way of happiness.
A-list Accessories
Since its founding in 2000, life-affirming Energy Muse jewelry, which also offers pieces which pick up the energies which manifest health and wellness, wealth and achievement, has been spotted on a number of notables, including:
Usher-- Bloodstone, black onyx, tiger's eye and rutilated quartz brings physical prowess to its wearer. A favorite among athletes, the Performance necklace has wrapped around the wrist of soccer star David Beckham and hugged the necks of U.S. Olympic vollyball player Elaine Youngs and golfing great Annika Sorenstam.
Avril Lavigne-- The "Complicated" singer picked the Protection necklace, decorated with black onyx, lapis lazuli and a Chinese coin to keep negativity at bay.
Hilary Duff-- The seeds of wisdom (jade) and wealth (peridot) are strung together in the Prosperity necklace, which actress/singer has worn.
Britney Spears-- Searching for her own inner strength, the pop princess wore the fresh water pearls and citrine of the High Priestess, which ignites the spark of divinity in each soul.
Blake Lively-- In the movie The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2, the Gossip Girl star can be spotted wearing a Shine necklace-- a harmonious marriage of citrine and lavender quartz.
The company's Muse marketplace also offers an array of amour-inspiring items, including an Attracting Love medicine bag, which contains a cluster of crystals, stones and an amulet to entice romance; a love energy spray-- a fragrant mixture of jasmine and roses-- and a love feather pendant, certain to tickle the fancy of someone you love. For more information visit Energy Muse.
Having captured the hearts of romantics both on the silver screen (Somewhere in Time) and the small screen (Dr.Quinn Medicine Woman) it seems only fitting that actress Jane Seymour would chose the eternal symbol of love for her new line of jewelry, Open Hearts by Jane Seymour. Her artist's eye noticing a reoccurring image of an open heart in her paintings, the cinematic beauty has joined forces with Kay Jewelers to launch a collection of bijoux that celebrates love in all its forms.
Available in both sterling silver and 14K gold, the soulful accessories come in a wide variety of styles:
Necklaces and Pendants
From the refined simplicity of sterling silver to the ornate elegance of brilliant round diamonds encased in yellow gold, the collection's signature design offers a visual expression to the jewelry line's motto, "If your heart is open it can never stay broken." Heart shape diamond silhouettes are also held in the embrace of a circular shape or yet another heart, drawn on silver or gold disks, form the image of a cross or cling to each other as they dangle from 18" chains.
Rings
A style to fit every fashion, jewelry lovers can adorn their digits with the sleek, modernistic signature logo, a wide silver band emblazoned with a diamond-studded gold heart, or fall in love with the nostalgic scroll work which imbues the elaborate design of a yellow gold and diamond band.
Bracelets
Mirroring the look of the silver band ring, a silver cuff bracelet accented with a diamond-enhanced gold heart gives the wearer's wrist an added "wow" factor, as does the etched heart logo that decorates a silver disc on a charm bracelet.
Earrings
The perfect complement to the signature ring or necklace, sterling silver twin hearts hover beneath links attached to silver post earring with friction backs. The same design, fashioned from round diamonds, as well as open hearts earrings formed from pink and white gold are also available.
Prices for Open Hearts jewelry range from $39.99 to $1.199.99. For more information visit Kay Jewelers.
Jane Seymour shows off her range of romantic accessories in the following Fox News clip:
AnnaLynne McCord, the latest member of hot young Hollywood, can turn up the heat with a flip of her blonde locks. They say the 90210 star is a fan of the Travel Mini-Iron, which features Titanium plates for zero-drag ease when straightening your tresses. 
