KIEHL'S TURNS 160!

KIEHL'S FLAGSHIP STORE AWASH IN BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION COLOR!Skin care company Kiehl's turned 160 last week!  An amazing achievement for any company and one that is a testament to the quality and performance of the hundreds of natural products Kiehl's now offers.   From skin care to hair care, from body care to baby care - Kiehl's has you covered!KIEHL'S NATURAL REMEDIES AND BEAUTY ELIXERS

To celebrate the big 1-6-0 Kiehl's original flagship on KIEHL'S LATEST ANTI-AGING TREATMENT New York's 3rd avenue was party central!   Actress Susan Sarandon, Music producer / singer Pharrell, Ana Matronic and Babydaddy of the Scissor Sisters were all on hand to celebrate the birthday - and celebrate all Kiehl's charitable programs.   South Korean Actor Lee Sun Gyun (Kyun) was also in the house and in a tux to help celebrate.  **Interesting side note.  Lee's first big project in Korea was a production of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. LEE SUN KYUN ENJOYS KIEHL'S CELEBRATION Susan Sarandon originated the lead role of Janet in the cult classic movie from 1975! Lee was actually born in 1975.  How cool that they were both at the party - I hope they could compare their experiences on the project so many years apart.

After all these years, Kiehl's hardly looks a day over 40!  There are a few secret weapons these beauty magicians have whipped up to keep everyone looking younger than their years.   Let's look at two!KIEHL'S CREAMY EYE TREATMENT WITH AVOCADO

The texture of Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment w/ Avocado will make you want to dip a tortilla in it - but don't.  Applying this cream to the eye area provides moisture to delicate skin around the eyes, helping to prevent wrinkles and adding instant burst of hydration.  Avocado oil is known to be the most moisturizing oil of any tree fruit.   Beta-Carotene is also a key ingredient - one of natures most powerful antioxidant.KIEHL'S MIDNIGHT RECOVERY CONCENTRATE

The regenerating properties of Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Treatment will have you believing in the power of essential oils!   The company swears by the formula and with just two drops applied at night - your skin will regenerate, repair, and replenish any damage occurring during the day.  The feeling of the essential oils on your skin are enough to make you feel like you just had a spa treatment each time you apply.

click on the products pics to buy these or other Kiehl's potions now!  The company makes shopping easy and always gives you generous samples of other great products to try as well.   The full line of Kiehl's products is also available at Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's.  

THOR WEARS FERRAGAMO!

CHRIS HEMSWORTH IN FERRAGAMO KNIT - PH: ROBBIE FIMMANOMICHELLE WILLIAMS - PH: MIKAEL JANSSONTalk about a powerful endorsement!  When the God of Thunder wears your brand - people notice.   In this month's issue of Interview Magazine , Michelle Williams graces the cover, but actor Chris Hemsworth aka Thor heats up the pages wearing a Ferragamo runway knit.   The understated Italian brand has a legion of menswear followers who are loyal to theCHRIS HEMSWORTH AS THOR impeccable fit and unmatched quality of their hand crafted shoes, leather goods, and clothing.  In the last two or three years the sportswear has really gone from classic to cool, and is worth a trip to the Flagship boutique on 5th Avenue or at one of the 40 other locations around the U.S.   To find the one closest to you - click My Ferragamo.   To check out one of the coolest shoes for Spring in my book, click Ferragamo Boat Shoe or click the photo to visit Bloomingdales.com - they have a huge selection and can ship right to you.  

To see Hemsworth and that legendary big hammer - get to a theater now!  If you just can't get enough of Hemsworth - watch a short video of the actor at the Chateau Marmont by clicking - Interview - Hemsworth

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STELLA - "McQueen" OF THE MET GALA

DESIGNER - STELLA McCARTNEYVogue Magazine's annual Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art was dominated by a very British designer, represented by a staggering number of gorgeous gowns and the leading ladies of Hollywood that wore them.  You would think I'm referring to Alexander McQueen. MADONNA IN STELLA MCCARTNEY - MET GALA 2011 The late designer is being honored by a retrospective at the Met's Costume Institute this spring titled Alexander McQueen - Savage Beauty.   However,GWYNETH PALTROW IN STELLA MCCARTNEY - MET GALA 2011 Stella McCartney was the British designer that stole the show.   While co-hosting the gala in honor of her late friend Lee McQueen, it was Stella's designs that could not be missed.  Never in the history of the Vogue / Met event has one designer make such a strong showing on the red carpet.   It would be an achievement to score one or two of NAOMI WATTS IN STELLA MCCARTNEY - MET GALA 2011these lovely ladies - but to have dressed all of them - unheard of!  The list goes on and on - Madonna in embroidered blue silk, Gwyneth Paltrow in nude crystal embroidery, Kate Winslet and Rihanna in black lace, Kate Hudson in gold stretch silk, Eva Mendes in Violet pleated silk, and so on! (19 in total!!)

Stella's collection has really come to fruition.  What was once a collection of hot items, is now a full fledged runway collection referenced by every major fashion magazine in the world.  (Not to mention her blinding number of collaborations in sport, beauty, & childrenswear).

Of course, no one at the House of McQueen can be too upset.  After Sarah Burton captured the attention of a worldwide audience by designing Kate Middleton's royal wedding dress, team McQueen must be on cloud 9. THANDIE NEWTON IN STELLA MCCARTNEY - MET GALA 2011  Also, it is all in the family - Stella McCartney, Like Alexander McQueen is part of PPR.     

One must give credit where credit is due.   Stella McCartney has earned her accolades with hard work and determination.  RIHANNA IN STELLA MCCARTNEY - MET GALA 2011 To achieve this success in the designer fashion world without producing any handbags, shoes, or clothing made from leather - again - unheard of.   Stella's personal convictions of a Vegetarian way of life could have crushed other designers.   As I've written before, for Stella to fight that fight with a partner KATE WINSLET IN STELLA MCCARTNEY - MET GALA 2011 like PPR - known for leather goods, is amazing.  KATE HUDSON IN STELLA MCCARTNEY - MET GALA 2011 Bravo to you Stella McCartney!  You upstaged every American Designer in their own backyard at this very New York event.   

Click Super Stella to visit McCartney's cool website  & McQueen at the MET for details on the retrospective:  Alexander McQueen - Savage Beauty

DARRELL DEAN IN D.C.

DAN JOHNSON AT DARRELL DEAN IN D.C. Design fans planning to visit Washington, D.C. - ETHEL RABIN AT DARRELL DEANDarrell Dean in Georgetown is a must see!   The store has an eclectic collection of antiques and mid-century finds.  From lighting to seating, garden objects to artwork, the store has an amazing assortment of unique pieces.

Click Darrell Dean to see more.