Holiday Wish List: BaubleBar + Erickson Beamon Jewelry

Working at Life & Style Weekly, I have been seeing pitches for holiday gift guides since the beginning of summer and trust me its a little weird. On one end I was trying to figure out what bikini to wear over the weekend and on the other I was flagging holiday pitches. Now that holiday season is officially near, I have started to gather my own fav items for my personal wish list. The very first item being a fabulous piece from the recent collaboration of BaubleBar + Erickson Beamon. BaubleBar is always one of my first go-to sites for fashionable accessories at an accessible price and Erickson Beamon is one of my fav for celebrity shoots etc. When I found out that the two were collaborating I went bananas with excitement! 

Check out the items above (a few of my favs...I always LOVE color!)- the whole collection retails between $65-$250 so there is something for EVERYONE! 

BaubleBar + Erickson Beamon: necklace $250; earrings, $94; bracelet $142

for more visit:

www.BaubleBar.com

Style Scoop: Versace for H&M

Versace holds a special place in my heart- I had my very first fashion internship position there in the press department! It was an amazing experience which lead me to where I am today and for that reason and many more, I have always had a sense of attachment- so naturally I was SUPER excited when I heard about the Versace collaboration for H&M :)

Versace for H&M will debut on November 19th at 300 locations worldwide as well as online. The collection will include items for women, men, and a selection of pieces for home decor. 

Pricing will range from $29.95 - $299.99

Mark your calendars-I know I am! :)

For more info visit: www.hm.com

Pretty Pretty Prezzie: Amrita Singh "Rosaline" Necklace

Amrita Singh is one of my fav jewelry designers- she has amazing designs, great price points, a celebrity following, AND she is super sweet!

One lucky EStyle File reader will have an opportunity to score the above "Rosaline" necklace in the color of their choice (evergreen, jetblack, lapis, coral) :) This elegant gold-toned plated brass necklace features beautiful colored resin stones and has an adjustable lobster closure.

Amrita Singh "Rosaline" necklace, $250, www.amritasingh.com

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Life & Style Weekly: Think Pink...and Red!

This week at Life & Style Weekly, we noticed a hot new color combo all over Hollywood- red & pink! This story was super fun to work on and one of my all-time favorites of my almost 4 years  at L&S. These hues got me super giddy and made me realize that just because its fall, doesn't mean we need to pack all of our brights away! Be honest- doesn't looking at these images just make you want to smile....and sip on a margarita? ;)

For more check out the latest issue of Life & Style Weekly or visit: www.lifeandstylemag.com

check one of my favorite pieces: 

Jhatak Matak by MJK, $60 for set of 12, exclusively.in

Bollywood Beat: Bollynistas Are Lovin' Amrapali Jewels!

"Bollywood Bling Alert"- These Bollynistas above have all been seen recently rocking breath-taking jewels by Amrapali! Based in Jaipur, Amrapali is one of  Indiaʼs trendiest and hottest premiere fine jewelry companies.  These jewels are worn by A-listers around the world from Bollywood to Hollywood including Angelina Jolie, Eva Mendes, and Rihanna to name a few (the list goes on and on and on)

Check out above: Anushka Sharma's old-world jewels, Sonam Kapoor's mogul era-inspired statement pieces paired with her mint hued Manish Malhotra saree,  Deepika Padukone's gold grecian-style cuff, and Sonakshi Sinah's elegant chandelier earrings and cocktail rings which perfectly compliment her angelic Anita Dongre dress.

For more info visit: www.amrapalijewels.com

Must-Have of the Moment: Fab & Fun iPad/tablet cases

So I am going to get straight to the point- all iPad/tablet cases are not made alike! Just because it is a tech item doesn't mean your case has to be boring. So many top designers have their own fun take on it and it just makes using your iPad/tablets that much more enjoyable! After browsing the market, here are some of my picks from my fav designers... ENJOY :)

(left to right)

Jimmy Choo (ripley calf hair), $795, netaporter.com; Marc by Marc Jacobs (pretty printed), $60, netaporter.com; Tory Burch (de la vega), $135, toryburch.com; Rebecca Minkoff (touch and go), $150, rebeccaminkoff.com; 3.1 Phillip Lim (lynus rabbit), $750, netaporter.com; Kate Spade (the journal), $85, katespade.com  

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Life & Style Weekly: Stars Are Crazy For Cobalt!

Cobalt is one of the hottest hues for Fall 2011! It was all over the runways and now its all over the "stars!" Check out some of my fav picks for this week's issue of Life & Style Weekly. I personally though the glitter Bamboo pumps from Lulu*s (www.lulus.com) were a steal for ONLY $37!  You guys already had a sneak peak of the Isharya rings in a previous post ;)

For more check celeb style & gossip also check out www.lifeandstylemag.com

Gotta Gotta Get.... Got It!

I have been stalking the Sam Edelman "Adena" loafers on the web for well over a month! I just could never decide what color...gunmetal/rosegold/black/stone..you get the drift. Well as luck would have it, this lovely loafers floated through the fashion closet at Life & Style Weekly and I was smitten! I couldn't think about anything else...I haddddd to get them! Though choosing between the gunmetal/black/rose gold color was hard, I ultimately went with rose gold simply because I figured it would be a nice way to lighten up my outfits and I could get use out of them during the Spring 2012 season as well (...yes I know that is still soooo far away).

Sam Edelman "Adena" loafers, $150, www.samedelman.com for store locations

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Style Scoop: Blush Nail Lounge

One of my college besties Disha Chandramani was telling me about how her friend Vanessa Diaz had started a new nail salon called Blush Nail Lounge and my first reaction was ..is there anything different about this compared to all the rest in NYC?..and let me tell you..there are a zillion reasons so I will break it down for you. The Blush Nail Lounge is unlike anything you have ever seen before! With restaurant-style booths, posh exposed bricks, and pedicure stations with plush chairs- the decor is super-chic and trendy and instantly makes you feel like you are somewhere special and that its time to relax and get comfy.

Along with the usual nail/waxing services they take it up a notch by incorporating some fun ones including: lemon spa pedicure, peppermint spa pedicure, and milk and honey spa pedicure.

They have a hugeeeeeee range of polishes to choose from, making sure there is always something that will fit the mood and needs of everyone!

Service always speaks for itself so if you want to see how past customers feel, check out the reviews yourself on www.yelp.com and you will find yourself trying to figure out when you and your girlfriends can immediately make an appointment!

Blush Nail Lounge

218 East 5th Street
(between 2nd Ave. and Cooper Square) 

New York City, NY

p: 212.375.1340

www.blushnails.com

Must-Have of the Moment: LuLu Frost CODE Rings

Want a piece of personalized jewelry but tired of the nameplate/initial styles? .....well look no further... check out these beautiful "CODE rings" by Lulu Frost.  I saw these as I was browsing Rachel Zoe's blog website and thought it was a great new twist. Wear just one or stack them up for a special date/birthday/anniversary. Ranging from $660-$880, these delicate statement rings are made of 18K gold and have real diamonds in them.

Lulu Frost "CODE" rings, $660-$880, www.lulufrost.com

Must-Have of the Moment: Alexander McQueen 'Wicca" Shoulder Bag

"O-M-G!" is what I thought when I saw this Alexander McQueen bag. It is absolutely gor-ge-ous! This art-deco inspired bag instantly add a "coolness" factor to any outfit. With its plush velvet fabric and vivid color-combo, you are sure to stand out in crowd. I am going to keep the post short on this one so we can focus on the bag! ;)

Alexander McQueen "Wicca" shoulder bag, $1,365, www.net-a-porter.com

Life & Style Weekly: Stars Sparkle in Champagne!

This week at Life & Style Weekly, we were getting tipsy on the champagne trend! Not only does it look super classy, its not dull the way you would imagine a taupe-like shade to look. As each piece was coming through the office, it made me just want to count down to the holidays. But here is the great news- its wearable NOW. One of my particular favs is the Fluxus top with the peplum detaling. It is super feminine and great for happy-hour or a night out on the town or even the office! For something that makes more of a statement, I fell  absolutely in love with the Suzanna Dai earrings. With exquisite detailing in these hand-made pieces, I promise you will get compliments each time you wear them :)

Fluxus top, $99, www.fluxusbrand.com ; Suzanna Dai earrings, $200, www.suzannadai.com

For the latest celeb news check out this week's issue of Life & Style Weekly
www.lifeandstylemag.com

Bollywood Beat: Anushka Sharma sizzles in Dior Resort 2011

Anushka Sharma sizzled in a sea-foam green Dior Resort 2011 gown at the recently held GQ Man of the Year awards. She definitely gets the "Best Dressed" award from my side at this event. Not only does this ethereal shade look stunning against her complexion, I love how she kept it playful with fuschia painted lips and high-fashion with a nude mani. 

Bollywood Beat: Force with John Abraham & Genelia D'Souza

So I went to go see Force with my hubster on our "Filmy Friday" date night and was expecting it to be sold-out. Much to my surprise- it was half-empty which was shocking considering for Mausam it was impossible to get tickets for opening weekend (and we all know how I felt about that movie). The story-line was ok, a bit more complex than Salman Khan's Bodyguard, but it still had its moment of "o-m-g how in the heck am I watching this!" However, I am obsessed with the song "Main Chali"! It also didn't hurt the fact that John Abraham looked amazing as always :) 

Life & Style Weekly: Mini Pouches are Fall's Hottest Bag!

I don't know about you guys but my shoulders have been killing me from my over-sized handbags! Don't get me wrong, I love my large bags, they hold literally everything, but I just need a break! With fall weather already here (boo- I miss summer!), I've already started transitioning into heavier layering pieces. I figured a great way to lighten it up is by incorporating mini-bags into my wardrobe. Super lightweight, trendy, and a wide range to choose from- there is always something for each outfit. Plus, since they are much smaller, sometimes the price of 2 or 3 mini-bags can equal what you may have spent on 1 larger bag. While I was working on this story for Life & Style Weekly, there were just toooooo many to choose from. Check out some of my favorites above. For more celebrity news check out www.Lifeandstylemag.com 

Must-Have of the Moment: Isharya "Vendome" Stackable Rings

I was working on a "Cobalt Blue" trend story and saw these rings and fell in love! Although I adore over-sized cocktail rings, right now I have been coveting lighter pieces, especially ones that don't make my fingers sore the next day (trust me it happens!). These blue lapis resin and CZ beauties have the perfect balance :) Not only did I love the fact that they are stackable, the bold and rich color stands out a mile away- still giving me that statement effect that I always desire. 

Isharya "Vendome" Stackable Rings (set of 3) , $178, www.isharya.com