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.
Like its round cut, diamond-shaped container, Fabulosity's blend of floral and fruit captures the varied facets of a woman's personality. Opening notes of orange blossom, tiger lily and plum lead to a symphony of scent with purple violet, Chinese osmanthus and coconut milk, while a base of Tasmanian honey, amber, patchouli and vanilla absolute provide a fragrant final note that echoes in the memory. Launched in early 2008, Baby Phat's familiar feline logo is emblazoned on the royal purple boxes which hold either the 1.7 oz. or 3.4 oz. versions of Kimora Lee Simmons' latest olfactory offering.
Devoted followers of fragrances have put Baby Phat's Goddess eau de parfum spray on their pulse points since 2005. A botanical bouquet of gardenias, white rosebuds, cadrat flower, hyacinth and blue lily blended with black pepper, seringa, musk and exotic woods create a celestial scent, its pink juice stored in a bottle capped with a stopper decorated with faux diamonds. The popularity of the fragrance prompted the 2006 launch of Goddess's sister scent, Golden Goddess. Opening its bling-bound cap releases an aromatic amalgam of bubbling champagne, seringa, blue lilies and night orchid, followed by caramel, vanilla flower, patchouli and vetiva. Goddess is available in a 3.4-oz. eau de parfum spray and in a fragrance set along with a 2.5-oz. body lotion, a 2.5-oz. shower gel, and a 1.5-oz. body mist. Golden Goddess comes in a 1.7-oz and 3.4-oz. bottle and in a fragrance set which offers a 1 oz. eau de toilette, a 2.5-oz. body lotion and a 2.5-oz. shower gel.
2008410: Jennifer Lopez Deseo Fragrance for Women and Men
As every man wants to be with her and every woman wants to be her, Deseo (Desire) is a fitting choice as the name of Jennifer Lopez's latest foray into the fragrance world. Having enjoyed the sweet smell of success with Deseo perfume for women, the superstar recently introduced the fragrance's soul mate scent for men.
Deseo for Women
Fashioned in the form of a rough-cut diamond, the bottle's outward beauty offers a hint of the nature-in-the-raw scent contained within. An olfactory ode to the actress/singer's garden before an oncoming storm, the subtle seduction of freesia, bergamot, watery bamboo leaves and garden yuzu lead to a heart note of pink geranium, star jasmine, French mimosa and orange blossoms. At its base, Atlas cedar, patchouli, oak moss, sandalwood, warm amber, mineral accord and musk make a sensual combination. Deseo for women is available in eau de parfum spray, body lotion and shower gel.
Deseo for Men
Launched in September 2008, a similarly shaped bottle featuring an uncut, black diamond appearance holds an equally earthy garden of Eden inside. Top notes of cedar leaf, lemon, red berries and yuzu are followed by an enticing masculine blend of tobacco leaves, guaicwood and orris, while sandalwood, cedarwood, amber, patchouli and vanilla leave a lingering impression. Deseo for men is available in eau de toilette, aftershave and deodorant.
2008907: Christina Aguilera Introduces "Inspire" Fragrance
Like her chart-topping tunes, the notes of Christina Aguilera's latest foray into the world of fragrance strikes a chord with romantics. A harmonious marriage of florals and fruit, the mixture of mango, hydroponic freesia and citrus complex offers a subtle introduction, followed by tuberose, rose and frangipani, which are provocatively prominent when placed on your pulse points. A deep base note of valencia orange, musk and sandal wood is also detected, leaving an olfactory echo that lingers in memory.
A Warholesque whirl of pop art patterns decorates the interior of a passion red presentation box, home to a decidedly feminine flask. A silver disk cap adorned with ruby-colored stones contains the genie in this bottle-- the blushing pink-tinged juice of Inspire perfume.
Inspire fragrance is available in 30 ml, 50 ml and 100 ml, as well as in a 200 ml bottle of shower gel and a 200 ml bottle of body lotion.
For more information and for a free sample of Inspire fragrance (limit one per household, while supplies last): visit www.christina-aguilera-perfumes.com
2008820: Mattel Reveals Elvis and Priscilla Presley "I Do" Day Dolls
Elvis enthusiasts will find that they "Can't Help Falling in Love" with Mattel's latest ode to the King of Rock and Roll and the woman he chose to be his queen, Priscilla. Looking like a living doll at her Vegas wedding ceremony in 1967, the Barbie version of the blushing bride mirrors her beauty on that memorable day with a white satin wedding dress trimmed in faux seed pearls, a cascading veil and a tiara to top her raven tresses, while an articulated Elvis looks dashing in his "I do" duds-- a black, paisley print tuxedo.
Making their debut at Graceland during Elvis Week 2008, the first 190 fans to buy the dolls were presented with their purchase inside boxed sets with commemorative unveiling day stamps, creating an instant classic for collectors. Fans who are "All Shook Up" over the fact that they could not attend the annual tribute to Memphis's favorite son can still order the limited edition Elvis and Priscilla Barbie doll wedding set from www.shopelvis.com, which ships the item with a "Direct from Graceland" sticker (limit two per customer), or purchase the pair at Wal-Mart beginning in October 2008. The boxed set sells for $69.99 plus tax.
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:
Knowing that fragrance has a proven power to provoke memory, on June 14, 2008 Coleen McLoughlin will wear not only a Marchesa wedding dress down the aisle, but also her own signature scent, Coleen X, Now magazine online reports. The top note of citrus blended with lily of the valley and base notes of musk, amber, patchouli and cedar wood create an olfactory ode to romance that will forever conjure up images of their special day for soccer star Wayne Rooney.
On the market since August 2007, Coleen X perfume was deemed best celebrity scent in a blindfold test of 1,000 UK participants. The fragrance is sold at Selfridges department store and at several online perfume sites.
If your guy's a Bond buff, here's your chance to be his Bond girl--with Bond Girl 007 fragrance.
Avon Products, Inc. has a new collaboration with the James Bond entertainment franchise to create a new signature Bond Girl 007 women's fragrance. British actress Gemma Arterton, who plays the role of Agent Fields in the upcoming Bond film, will be the face of the new fragrance when Bond Girl 007 launches globally in October 2008...the same month as the release of "Quantum of Solace" (which is already on our movie-going calendar).
And just how do you bottle the essence of a Bond girl? Here's the description from Avon of the new fragrance and its unique bottle:
The fragrance, created by Firmenich, evokes the glamour, confidence and sensuality of the famous femmes fatale of the Bond franchise. The scent is a sexy cocktail of velvety florals, cool freshness and warm woods. It features top notes of velvety white peach and orange blossom followed by mid-notes of jasmine, calypso orchid and freesia. The drydown consists of amber, cashmere wood and patchouli. Bond Girl 007 is housed in a sleek, seductive bottle reminiscent of a woman's body. The cap is a stealthy homage to a Bond spy gadget.
2008518: Sarah Jessica Parker Premieres Perfume in Paris
Currently enjoying the sweet smell of success with the much-anticipated premiere of Sex and the City in Paris, actress Sarah Jessica Parker's smile illuminated one of the City of Lights bastions of beauty, Sephora on the Champs Elysees, on May 19, 2008 to promote Lovely perfume, a cosmopolitan concoction by Coty. According to noses in the know, the subtly sophisticated scent is a harmonious melange of mandarin, rosewood, lavender, bergamot orchid and apple martini, while Covet perfume, her latest foray into fragrance, offers top notes of geranium leaves, Sicilian lemon and chocolate and middle notes of honeysuckle and magnolia blended with a base of teakwood and amber.
Fans of celebrity scents in the U.S. can receive two tickets to see Sarah Jessica Parker sizzle onscreen in Sex and the City with a purchase of a specially marked Lovely gift set, which contains a 3.4 oz. eau de parfum spray, a 2.5 oz. soft body lotion and a deluxe miniature eau de parfum for $69.50. Offer is good only while supplies last. For more information visit www.sarahjessicaparkerbeauty.com.
2008517: His and Hers Product Adds Up to New Experience
It usually seems like it's Valentine's when these products are introduced to the market but K-Y® Brand has just launched YOURS+ MINE™, the first his and hers product.
This product combines two thrilling sensations all encased in two sleek test tubes. The lubricants are labeled “yours” and “mine,” and give a different sensation for each partner--and add up to a totally new experience.
And don't worry about trying to find this new product in the dark; if you expose the tubes to light during the day, the words on the vials will glow in the dark. For More Information: • visit www.KY.com
