MIRROR MIRROR -SPRING TO FALL

CHARLIZE THERON IN FERRAGAMO - PH: MICHELANGELO DI BATTISTAThe most stylish big budget movie of Spring 2012 is without a doubt - Snow White & the Huntsman.  Starring Hollywood glamour girl Charlize Theron, Twilight it-girl Kristen Stewart, and Thor himself - Chris Hemsworth. 

The film has incredible special effects, and enough dramatic tantrums from evil Queen Ravenna played by Theron to delight any fashion fan.   Her inner struggle with her ever fleeting beauty, and the dysfunctional relationship withKRISTEN STEWART IN RALPH LAUREN - PH: TOM MUNRO - STYLED BY JOE ZEE that mirror is perhaps a bigger commentary on self image than it is romantic fairytale. 

No surprise that the stars of the film are cover girls for the month of June.  Charlize Theron is simply dazzling in a Spring 2012 Ferragamo metallic dress on the cover of In-Style.  Not to be outshined, Kristen Stewart is sultry and stunning in a black cut-out Ralph Lauren Fall 2012 beaded tulle cocktail dress on the cover of Elle.  Both looks keep the theme of the characters in Snow White - both are gorgeous.  

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B.Y.O.D. - SUSANNA SALK SHOWS YOU HOW

Interior Design correspondent and style author Susanna Salk pulls out all the stops with her latest book - BE YOUR OWN DECORATOR.  Salk gathered key looks from the biggest names in Interior Design to create a guide perfect for anyone moving, renovating, or just doing some Spring cleaning!    What a great idea for any host or hostess you might be visiting this Summer.   Click B.Y.O.D. to read more about this inspiring new book from Susanna Salk.

STYLEPILOT ON aLIFEofSTYLE.com

A hot new British website dedicated to giving guys the tools to build a dashing wardrobe touches down state side here on aLIFEofSTYLE.com!  The guys at Stylepilot lend their advice to a most important "how to" - choosing a tie!  What might sound like an easy task to women, is for many men a challenging detail to making any suit or outfit pop!  Stylepilot lends the advice, and I've put together a few pictures of combinations of colors and textures that I loved wearing when traveling around this season..     Please make sure your seat is in the upright position and click Stylepilot on aLIFEofSTYLE to see more!

CHARMING MOM THIS MOTHER'S DAY

LANVIN CHARM BRACELETFERRAGAMO CHARM BRACELETMother's day is here!  One great gift idea for mothers of all ages are charm bracelets.  There are many options, as just about every fashion brand from Ferragamo,  to Tiffany, to Lanvin offer bracelets decorated with precious little brand icons.  Ranging from resin to pure gold, you are sure to find one that mom will love.  Think of her favorite designer and do a little clicking.    Here are a few suggestions: CHARMED BRACELETS.    CLICK IMAGES TO SEE MORE.

Update on Friday, May 11, 2012 at 9:43AM by JASON JOBSON

IF MOM IS A DOG LOVER

14k Gold & Sterling Orange Sapphire Charm It's RUFF out there trying to find an original Mother's day gift!  Some might even say.. dog eat dog? Ha.   If you have the budget, why not give mom the best.. this 14k and orange sapphire charm by B2C Jewels is best in show! Click image for details.

IF MOM IS A VEGAN FASHIONISTA

 Help mom look cool without breaking her ethical stance on animal cruelty!   Fashion's coolest designer, Stella McCartney has just the bag.  In fact, all her bags and shoes are made from animal free materials.  STELLA McCARTNEY FALABELLA HIP BAG They are the only vegetarian handbags with a fashion following. 

IF MOM HAS A SWEET TOOTH

These super decadent cookies are perfect for any special occasion.   Perfect for the any mom who appreciates all things sweet, and after all the cookies she made you growing up - doesn't she deserve the best?   Downtown Cookie Company will put a smile on her face this Mother's day, orDowntown Cookie Company any day!  Click and ship when she least expects it.

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