Nautical Stripes Always Right For Summer: Instant, Jet-Set Glamour!

Nautical stripes.

They're all about the beach, sailing, oceans blue.

And don't forget---nautical stripes give you INSTANT jet-set glamour.

Your yacht is waiting, Miss.

 But seriously....nautical stripes are CLASSIC and always right for fashion. Ralph Lauren the legendary designer is BIG on nautical stripes and tells you why:

"Emblazoned on swimwear, handbags and, as always, the simple cotton tee, the nautical stripe evokes a sporty, all-American elegance that works year-round, at sea or on land. Preppy with a blue blazer or boldly inventive on an evening gown, it is timeless yet modern...."

Check out RL's Nautical Stripe collection.

Today, we are looking at a super cute nautical knapsack. LOVE this.

The BAGGU Canvas Backpack ($42, FREE Shipping at Nordstrom's).

Adorable in the sailor navy sailor strip.
Push lock and drawstring closure. 
Interior wall pocket. 
100% recycled cotton.

You could take this sturdy, little bag anywhere and be welcome!

It's back-ordered online until May 27, 2014. But that's only 9 days. Or you can find it IN Nordstrom's stores--so get moving now!

Does Khloe Kardashian Come Clean About Her Sizable Butt? You Decide.

Let's be honest. Kim, Khloe + Kourtney Kardashian all have butts that are NOT flat.

Lately, the butt gossip has fallen onto youngest K-sister, Khloe. These days, the reality star claims she has been hitting the gym and working out with a vengeance.

We believe you, Khloe.

What's the problem?

Khloe's behind looks suddenly a bit like---er....sister Kim's. Very big, very high +very round.

Is it possible to develop a butt like theirs WITHOUT cosmetic intervention---meaning butt injections?

Well, according to serious bodybuilders, yes, you can. BUT---it takes a lot of  dedicated weight training.

Khloe is defending herself, as she should. She took to social media Twitter:

So, if you want a BUTT like Khloe's and Kim's, hit the gym NOW!

We did some butt-building research and stumbled on to the bodybuilding.com website with expert figure competitor Pauline Nordin, who has an AMAZING behind built by hand...LOL.

Her advice:

Every woman I've met who has asked me how I built my glutes seems to believe I created them by using the butt blaster machine. Nothing could be further from the truth! A firm behind like mine comes from the old school leg exercises such as the deadlift, squat and lunge.

Those exercises allow you to use the kind of weight necessary to build the sort of muscle tissue that ultimately gives the glutes a nice, round shape.

Do Khloe or Kim even know what a deadlift is?

Cate Blanchett's Favorite, Bad Girl, Liquid Eye Liner

Actress Cate Blanchett has been called a beauty + style icon for a number of years now.

What we adore about the Aussie beauty is her approach to life. She's NOT afraid to take chances on the red carpet.

"I don't take myself that seriously," she tells InStyle magazine. "You hear when people like things--or don't. I'm not really dressing up for them." 

As far as makeup goes, the blonde Blanchett has fun trying on different cosmetics---like '70s disco, bold crimson lips, to heavily, black-rimmed eyes.
"I've probably resembled a panda, a few times, here and there." 

Still, that hasn't stopped Cate from wowing everyone on the red carpet, which brings us to a Cate Must Have Beauty Item:

MAC Liquid Eye Liner in Boot Black ($19.50, at Macys.com).

Cate Blanchett has a refined elegance about her. She tries out many different looks, but still is able to reign it in, and keep it looking classic.

"I swipe this on in the morning, and it stays put all day. It juts makes my lashes seem thicker."

Great beauty tip, Cate!

Easy, Breezy Eva Longoria Style: White Blouse + Pink Pencil Skirt

We've always been a fan of Eva Longoria's beauty + style.

We're all used to seeing the petite actress looking GLAM on the red carpet.

But, Eva's also hitting the right fashion notes during her "normal, everyday hours.".

We happen to LOVE this latest, simple ensemble by Eva. And you CAN copy it, too.

She was out dining recently at a hot spot in Miami:

Yes, it's easy breezy style. We like the minimalism of it all.

Begin with a silky white blouse with 2 chest pockets. Most of us have at least one hanging up in our closet.

We found a Zoe + Sam here at Gilt.com ($79).

Now pair the blouse with a classic, figure-hugging pencil skirt in pink. We hunted one down here at BooHoo.com ($16).

Add a pair of nude, T-strap sandals, and you're good to go!

We searched for a pair and found these sexy shoes at Forever21 ($32.80).
Check stores for more sizes.

As for the tres expensive, navy Birkin bag Eva is toting along with her, well, you're on your own. But hey--- the chic ensemble would still look nice with any bag.

Nicole Kidman: Fab At 46 Or Too Much Cosmetic Facial Filler?

Nicole Kidman's face.

It appears to be the talk of the town all over the internet, almost as much as the Solange-Jay Z-Beyonce elevator feud.

The Australian beauty is captured here in photos taken from the south of France at the Cannes Film Festival.

The Academy Award winning actress is there in lovely Cannes to promote her new film, "Grace of Monaco." In fact, the flick will open the famous film festival today.

So what's all the buzz about?

The slender, tall star was dressed elegantly in an all white dress + white strappy heels, tasteful, silver + diamond jewelry and bright red lips. Her long, blonde locks were worn straight in gentle waves at the ends + combed back from her forehead.

Her complexion is great......BUT her fans and critics alike are talking about her suddenly puffy, full face + lips.

Some are screaming BOTOX.

Sure..There probably is some of that going on. But---Botox does NOT add volume or fullness to the face. The injectable merely arrests wrinkles + lines for a few months.

Botox is usually injected in the forehead area, above the middle of eyebrows, under the eyes and crow's feet areas. The Botox allows one to look more rested, with less noticeable wrinkles. Botox can also give one's forehead a shiny appearance.

Hyaluronic acid fillers like Restylane, Juvederm, Perlane and others are the cosmetic facial fillers that really FILL up the face, adding youthful volume. These fillers can also inflate lips, too.

When done right and NOT over-filled, facial fillers can look amazing. It's knowing when to quit.

We cannot prove Nicole Kidman has received fillers.  She's still a gorgeous woman as the photos show.

It is possible she got fillers + Botox a few days BEFORE heading to Cannes, and the swelling, which is normal hasn't gone down yet.

Our society will NOT let women age, no matter how stunning they are. So, it doesn't surprise us what some female celebrities will do to appear more youthful.

Take a look for yourself, here.

Does Nicole Kidman look different to you?

Solange Making Headlines: At Least Her Hair Always Looks Amazing!

Solange Knowles is making headlines around the globe for an alleged elevator attack on her famous brother-in-law Jay Z while her sister Beyonce appeared to stay out of the alleged kicking, punching one-way brawl.

The incident has been playing out all over the internet, as footage was mysteriously leaked from the elevator video cameras at an after-party for the Met Gala 2014. The footage was taken from the 12th floor of the Standard Hotel in New York City.

We are certainly NOT going to speculate what caused the wild attack on Jay Z, but the wild footage definitely shows Beyonce, Solange + JayZ in the elevator together that evening.

We would like to talk about Solange's great hairstyles and how she cares for her healthy tresses.

She has given out her hair beauty tips before. This is what she has told BET.com:

 "Shampoo and conditioner Oil Monoi Carol’s Daughter," Solange says about her hair care routine.

"I also use raw shea butter every day and the pure argan oil when [my curls] are really dry. Once a week, I take the time it takes to wash them and make a mask. Then I brush them gently, always starting with the tips.

In general, I sit under a dryer to penetrate the mask. Then, once everything is rinsed and clean, I take two small sections of hair and I twist. I repeat the process, strand by strand. Then I take a shower, but I do not wet my hair, I just let the steam curl it a little. Sometimes I'm tired of doing all this, and I'll do braids or extensions, to get a break."

Carol's Daughter Monoi Repairing Shampoo + Conditioner duo ($37, at Carol'sDaughter). This formula works wonders. The proof is here: Clinically Tested and Proven Results-- 1 USE. 5X LONGER HAIR LIFE. 92% LESS BREAKAGE.*

Want To Look Like Gwen Stefani? Then Go Platinum To The Extreme!

We don't hide the fact that we are a Gwen Stefani fan!

She looks ridiculously FAB having given birth to her 3rd baby boy on the last day of February.

And the fashionable singer keeps on keeping on with that look-at-me platinum head of hair!

She even kept the peroxide process through all 3 pregnancies, unless she was fooling us with wigs, but we don't think so.

Gwen's mane ALWAYS looks so healthy even after all that careful + constant root touch-up.

If you want to look as sexy + glam as Gwen Stefani, than you NEED to up your blonde game for the summer, ladies.

And we found something for all the already flaxen beauties:

Feria Absolute Platinum ($8.97, at walmart).)

We like this do-it-yourself box of hair color because it PROMISES to Lighten up to 7 shades.

That's blindingly beautiful!

It will give you CRYSTAL-CLEAR Blonde locks without any yellowing.

No, not easy being a bombshell platinum blonde. Some major upkeep, but when done right, it sure is a head-turner.