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Recently, I fell in love with this totally girly line of pink packaged beauty goodies. Principessa beauty products are designed for the urban princess - they smell amazing!
These delightful products leave your skin feeling soft and smelling great; the scent is soft and feminine. It's an alluring scent; a real aphrodisiac!
With everything from hand cream to bath bubbles, Principessa has everything you need to become a soft, sweetly scented pampered princess.
My picks:
Cattiva Diva
This silky hand cream has skin softening ingredients that will leave your hands feeling smooth and moisturized. $16
Dolce Dreams
A whipped body lotion with a divine scent? What more can you ask! This lotion is packed with ingredients that smooth and soften your skin to perfection. $27
Fresh Fiore
Ditch all those skin drying soaps and indulge in a creamy body wash like this one instead! Tip: this foamy shower cream can double as bath bubbles. $22
Principessa products are available at prinipessabeauty.com.
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In the spirit of Earth Day, I have devoted this week's Editor's Pick to eco-friendly beauty loot. There is nothing ho-hum about these decadent treats; they are all made with cutting-edge ingredients and come housed in great looking packaging AND they're good for the environment. All natural, organic, and pro sustainable development, these companies provide pampering pretties without causing harm to Mother Nature. So do your part for the planet and check out these eco-friendly editor's picks.
John Masters Organics
John Masters line of hair and skin care is created without any synthetics or chemicals; the line is a luxurious collection of organic beauty products that includes shampoos and conditioners, cleansers, treatments, and styling products.
My personal favorites: Honey and Hibiscus hair reconstructing shampoo, $26; Lavender and Avocado Intensive Conditioner, $22; and Lavender Hydrating Mist for Skin and Hair, $16. For more information and products check out www.johnmasters.com.
Earthworks
This line of incredibly fragrant bath and body products uses "pur-essences" to achieve the highest grade aroma possible and with a host of naturally derived ingredients like calendula and jojoba, these products will make bath time a naturally indulgent experience.
My favorites: The Mandarine bath and body line, $66 for the set. For more information about Earthworks check out www.earthworksproducts.com.
Nature Girl
This company uses organic and wildcrafted ingredients to make a totally hip and fun line of face, body, bath, and hair care products. The ingredients used to make Nature Girl products come from small, family run organic farms located all over the world. Nature Girl products contain no synthetics and absolutely no chemicals - their goal is to achieve a clean planet free of toxic chemicals and pollution.
My favorites: Shea Butter Body Balm, $62; and Jasmine Lime body milk, $34. For more information and products check out www.nature-girl.rich-hippie.com.
Rich Hippie
Sister company to Nature Girl, Rich Hippie practices the same organic and all natural approach to beauty that Nature Girl does. Their line of all natural aromas has a something for everyone and they are all made with all natural essential oils and wildcrafted.
For more information check out www.rich-hippie.com.
Barefoot Venus
Barefoot Venus is all about indulging in simple pleasures and their collection of natural bath and body products will help you to do just that. With sinfully gorgeous fragrances, and rich, luxurious products, this line is top notch.
 
My favorites: Vintage S.O.S Lotion in Ruby Red, $19.99; Vintage Whipped Bath in Hunny Mango, $4.99; and Little Indulgence bath powder in Coconut Kiss, $12.99. For more products and info check out www.barefootvenus.com.
For more earth friendly fashion and beauty check out our Earth Day feature and learn how you can help Mother Nature AND look great!
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Lavender has been used extensively in herbalism and aromatherapy for centuries; it has antiseptic properties and its distinct aroma can help calm nerves and even help you sleep!
There are tons of products out there that contain lavender essential oil; everything from perfume to bubble bath can be be found containing the soothing scent. I worked my way through tons of lavender scented lotions and potions to discover my favorite lavender scented goodies.
So, check out which lavender products topped my list:
 This body scrub was just divine, not only did it provide a gentle exfoliation, but it foamed up in the shower leaving the skin clean and soft. The lavender used in Cote Lavande products comes from Haute Provence in France and all products contain no artificial perfumes or fragrances. Cote Lavande Body Scrub Gel, $19; available at cote-lavande.com.
 If you have to share your bathroom with a guy, lavender products are a great way to compromise; you get a luxurious product and he won't be overwhelmed with overly girly scents. The soft herbal fragrance of this delicious soap leaves a fresh outdoorsy aroma on the skin. Lush Ooh La La Soap, $8.55; available at lush.com.
 Soak away all your worries with this lavender scented bubble bath. This one features authentic A.O.C lavender essential oil from Provence. Add a little bit to a running bath for oodles of softly scented bubbles. L'Occitane Lavender Foam Bath, $32; available at loccitane.com.
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Just the words "limited edition" used to send me running in a blind panic to the nearest beauty emporium just to make sure that I get my pretty little paws on the goods before they sell out; now that I work for Think Fashion, I get to test drive the products before they even hit the stores!
Here are my favorites from the newest crop of limited addition goodies. You'd better hurry, you've got to get 'em before they're gone!
 I love these adorable lip glosses from Smashbox's Tokidoki collection. They are ultra shimmery, and come in two universally flattering colors - Dolcissima is a sweet peachy pink and Dramatica is a cool pink. Bonus: every piece in the collection comes adorned with the signature playful art of Tokidoki. Smashbox Tokidoki Lip Gloss, $18 each; available at sephora.com.
Limited edition sets are a great way to try out products; this mini set of Fresh's best selling fragrances give you the opportunity to try out all four scents for the price of one regular sized bottle. Fresh Fragrance Quartet, $75; available at fresh.com.
I am in love with everything pink, so when I saw this cute little palette, I just knew that other pink junkies were going to love it too. The kit includes three lip glosses and three eye shadows in gorgeous, and flattering shades of pink. Benefit Hopelessly Devoted to Pink, $28; available at sephora.com.
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Beauty products are getting increasingly innovative, and the current batch of goodies is no exception. New products use advanced technologies and the latest scientific breakthroughs so you get results. Check out my picks for the best new beauty innovations.
Smashbox O-Glow
Get ready to enter the age of smart makeup! This revolutionary new blush from Smashbox is a clear gel that turns your cheeks the exact shade you blush naturally. O-Glow reacts with your skin chemistry so applying this blush is totally goof-proof. When you apply O-Glow, your skin's moisture activates the Goji Berry-C Complex that creates a microcirculatory effect; your skin will have a rosy flush lasts all day.
 Clarins Expertise 3P
Electronic equipment that we use everyday like computers, cell phones and T.V's may cause premature aging - a six year study conducted by Clarins claims that the electromagnetic waves can damage collagen and trigger skin aging. The solution: a skincare product called Clarins' Expertise 3P; it's a spray that helps to deflect the waves away from your skin. The magic ingredient is Thermus thermophilus, a marine organism that can survive in scalding hot gas vents 2000 meters under the sea. The product aims to help shield skin cells and protect the surface of the skin. Just spritz liberally throughout the day.
 Frederick Fekkai's More Haircare System
This four step system will help to rebuild your hair density by using Niacin, a vitamin that is crucial to healthy hair and scalp. The systems patented complex delivers Niacin to the cells in the scalp and hair follicles. It then reduces the production of DHT, a hormone that signals your hair to stop growing. As a result, hair follicles will remain active longer, and you hair will will look fuller and more lustrous.
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Fall is upon us and regardless of where you live in the world, the colors on the runway and in the stores are quickly changing to accomodate the season. Pastel pinks and purples are out and green, gray and navy blue are in. Some of the hottest items of the season feature these three very popular colors. Whether you're looking for a cocktail dress to wear to a Christmas party, a casual sweater to wear to a family dinner or a sexy tank top to wear clubbing on New Year's Eve, there's something for everyone at Pink Mascara. The following products are some of the sexiest items of the season and they are all found at Pink Mascara.
Green
The color green has been slowly making its mark on the fashion industry over the past year. Whether its a sexy pastel green or a romantic forest green, this color is dominating many of the most prestigious collections of the season. Check out the sexiest green items of the season:
 
Gray
Gray is the new black. Instead of choosing black, which can sometimes seem gothic, opt for a softer image with gray tones. The great thing about gray is there are so many tones to choose from. Whether you choose dark, charcoal or soft pastel gray, you'll look sophisticated and elegant in the hottest color of the season.
 
Navy Blue
Navy blue screams royality and power. It has always been a popular color but has recently gotten lost in the battle of new, more unique colors like turquoise and aqua. Well, this year, navy blue is back and better than ever. From dresses and skirts to shirts, handbags and accessories, Navy blue is the sure color to get you noticed this season.
 
All products shown can be purchased at Pink Mascara, one of the hottest online retailers of high end, designer clothing.
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New York Fashion Week unveils some of the most popular designs in the fashion industry. Future trends, styles and popular designers for next year are exposed! This is your chance to get ahead of the game and purchase the best styles before anyone else. Here, you can get the inside news on what's going to be hot next year and we have all the details you need.
This edition of top 3 will provide you with the top 3 designers to look for next year as well as the top design in each collection. So let's get started! The top 3 designers of this year's fashion week are:
- Marc Jacobs
- BCBG Max Azria
- Betsey Johnson
These incredible designers have been popular for many years (especially Marc Jacobs and Betsey Johnson) but expect a significant rise in popularity from BCBG.
Marc Jacobs incredible new line focuses on layering. Various pieces combined together to form some of the hottest outfits on the fashion scene. In addition, Marc Jacobs has focused on light, neutral colors like white, beige, brown and gray. Here is the hottest look from Marc Jacobs' latest collection:
BCBG Max Azria's latest line also focuses on neutral colors, specifically gray and different shades of white. Simple designs, with sharp cuts and boddy-hugging pieces are dominant in the latest collection which will be released for spring of 2007. Blues, yellows and light reds are also popular colors in the collection. The outfit which is said to be the most popular from the collection can be seen below:
Betsey Johnson's soon-to-be-released collection consists of various designs of pastel coloring. Light pinks, peaches, blues and greens are extremely popular in this creative line. Whites and grays are also popular, as they are in most of the other haute couture lines for the season. As for the design of Betsey's latest line, most of the designs feature a revisit from the 80's. Short cocktail dresses, mini skirts and short-shorts are dominant in the latest line. Designs that are tight in the waist area and go outwards from there are expected to be very popular next year. Below you will find the most popular design from her latest collection:
Photo Source: First View
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The highly anticipated release of Wonder woman (expected by year's end) has audiences intrigued as to who will play the female role. Originally played by Lynda Carter (who is now 55 years old) in the 3 year TV series, the new role is up for grabs. There have been numerous rumours as to which lucky lady will walk away with the role, some of which are more popular than others.
The Top 3 Prospects Include:
Kate Beckinsale - Kate has played a number of roles in big screen movies, most of which are romantic comedies. Her role in Serendipity was critically acclaimed, as well as her role aside Adam Sandler in this year's comedy, "Click." Will Kate have the experience and the strength to fill the boots of Wonder Woman? We will soon find out!
Catherine Zeta-Jones - Catherine seems to be the number one pick by fans but is not as popular among industry professionals. Some claim she is too old to fill the role of Wonder Woman, which was filled by Carter when she was just 25 years old. On the other hand, thousands of Catherine's biggest fans are adimant about her playing the role and claim that her role in Zorro is proof of her potential.
Katharine McPhee - Movie-goers everywhere (not to mention huge fans of the original TV series) were shocked to hear about the possibility of American Idol's Katharine McPhee potentially filling the role of Wonder Woman. With little acting experience and no experience in high-end films, this would be a huge responsibility for the 25 year old. It's true, she looks the part, but can she act?
Who do you think should fill the shoes of Wonder Woman, Kate Beckinsale, Catherine Zeta Jones or Katharine McPhee? Perhaps you have someone else in mind? Let us know, so we can discuss who is the best female to play the part.
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Hollywood is filled with gorgeous women competing to look good. Style is a very important factor in the success of movie stars. It's a proven fact that celebrities who look good on a regular basis are more famous because they appear on television shows, in magazines and at awards shows looking undeniably sexy. So who are the top 3 best dressed women in Hollywood? After hours of researching, I've come up with my choices for the top 3 sexiest style icons in Tinsel Town.
Coming in at #3 - Beyonce Knowles
Beyonce has always been known for her incredible style choices. Ever since her days as lead member of Destiny's Child, Beyonce has been the center of attention because of her drop dead gorgeous body and her breathtaking fashion choices. The Bootylicious babe likes to wear body-hugging pieces that accentuate her curves. Her mom has always been her number 1 fashion designer and has created a number of very memorable oufits for the members of Destiny's Child and for Beyonce as a solo artist. Beyonce is very proud of her curvacious figure and is trying hard to put on the pounds she needed to lose for a movie role. If you've seen her new video "Deja Vu" featuring her real-life boyfriend Jay-Z, you can tell this girl takes her image seriously. She rocks every outfit and is a true style icon of the 21st century.
The Silver Medal Goes to Eva Longoria
This "Desperate Housewives" star has caught the attention of men and women everywhere since her first scene in the hit TV show. Eva has been recognized (on a number of occasions) as the best dressed celebrity in Hollywood and I would have to agree that she's definitely up there. Her amazing body can pull off almost any type of clothing. She usually opts for form-fitting clothes as well and is an avid supporter of the super-short minis. Eva is known for going all out with her outfits and light on her makeup. A natural beauty, Eva Longoria has claimed that she used to be teased in school for being skinny. Well Eva, your days of being teased are over sweetheart - now the guys love you - and the girls do too.
The Number 1 Best Dressed Female in Hollywood is ...Jessica Alba
As you probably already know, I am a huge fan of Jessica Alba. Her subtly sexy style has her looking fabulous regardless of the event. Whether she's walking down the street, eating lunch or attending a world premiere of her new movie, this golden goddess is breathtakingly beautiful. Unlike most of the other celebrities, Jessica's taste in fashion is quite casual. It's not uncommon to see her out in a pair of jeans with a nice fitting sweater. She usually adds her own touch to her outfits like a multi-colored scarf or unique accessory. On the other hand, her style can go from casual sexy to red carpet glamorous in the course of just a few hours. Her elegant style on the red carpet has kept her off the worst-dressed list year after year and has landed her as the best red carpet style in the 2006 Teen Choice Awards. Jessica possesses a timeless beauty that will continue to shine for many, many years. 
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Every woman needs at least 3 handbags in her closet. Generally, she should have one white, one black (or dark, dark brown) and one colorful handbag. This way, 3 handbags can easily be matched with every type of outfit in your closet. In order to help you find the perfect handbags for your wardrobe, I’ve checked around numerous places and found these 3 styles that will look fabulous on every woman.
- White Be & D Hobo - This incredibly designed leather Crawford hobo will add class and elegance to any outfit. Made of slouchy Italian deerskin rocks and a studded shoulder strap. Magnetic closure and suede lining complete the design. This white design will compliment all types of personal style. Its spacious design allows for tons of storage space while its lightweight style maintains comfort.
- Suede Double Ring Bucket Bag – This sophisticated handbag design is a definite must-have for 2006. This stylish metallic suede handbag with two rows of gold tone hardware has all the elements of a must-have design. Bow accent on front and double shoulder straps complete the design. This style will add a little bit of glamour to your wardrobe and can be mixed and matched with numerous outfits.
- Antique Prada Tote – This classic antique tote from Prada’s 2006 collection will enhance the appearance of any wardrobe. The drawstring opening allows for easy access while the buckle detailing and leather logo plate on front add authenticity and uniqueness to the design.
These three handbags will complete your wardrobe and leave you feeling 100 percent satisfied. The colors are unbelievably gorgeous and the designs are completely exclusive to their labels. These high end designer purses are a great way to add a little bit of designer into your wardrobe without breaking your pocket book.
Remember ladies, your handbag can make or break your outfit. Choose carefully, you don’t want to end up regretting your purchase.   
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