Wednesday, July 18, 2007

See Jane Work: Doororganizers to Keep Everything Right Where You Need It


I start every morning out with a mad search for my car keys. It doesn't matter where I put them the night before by the time I get up in the morning they have myseriously disappeared.

The Doorganizer from See Jane Work is just the ticket. Just put everything right on the door the night before with your keys, checkbook, and to-do list to save yourself a few precious minutes in the morning.

Made from sturdy canvas and available in black, pink, red, and camel.

Sunday, July 15, 2007

TINte Cosmetics:Vintage Inspired Moisturizing Lip Color


I remember the first time I forrayed into "real" makeup. By real, I mean something a little stronger than chapstick. My first purchase was lipgloss, you remember the kind that comes in the little tins where the lid just slid off. With just a little color and a little flavor it was a big step into my teen years.

I'm not the only one who cherished those earlier times, the folks at TINte Cosmetics have built their entire line around those special memories. TINte has created a line of seven rich tones with saturated flavors and a super silky feel. Each lip cover comes with that retro inspired tin that I remember from my childhood even though the colors it holds are anything but childish.

My personal favorite is the blackberry jam! Checkout their entire line at www.tintecosmetics.com .

Josh Jakus Bags: A Combo of Art and Utility Made in Felt

Sometimes basic is just better. The Um Tote by California designer Jake Jakus are the picture of modern, simple design.

Constructed from repurposed gray wool felt with your selection of blue, gray, green, or orange self-locking zipper these bags are a fit for your summer and fall wardrobes.

Because they are made from high quality gray felt, the um tote is designed to hold its shape and unzips to a flat s-shape for easy dry-cleaning.

Available online at joshjakus.com.

Get Green Get Hip: Hot Reusable Shopping Bags

The hottest bag of the summer season is hands-down the "I'm Not a Plastic Bag" by Anya Hindmarch. These reusable shopping bags were sold out before they were even delivered to stores.

If you weren't able to snatch up one of Anya's bags and want to find another stylish option that proclaims your dedication to the environment -- you need to check out the "Get Green Get Hip" bags available from the founder of the popular celebrity baby brand Lyla Blu.

Each Get Hip Get Green reusable shopping bag is constructed from partial recycled materials that help to eliminate the use of both paper and plastic bags. Available in two fashionable styles "Get Hip Get Green" and "Love This Planet" just carrying one of these bags to the store helps you do your part for the environment and educate your fellow shoppers.

A portion of the sale of each bag includes a donation to the children’s environmental group The Green Ambassador which helps provide high school students with experiences that foster personal growth, community service, cross-culture and global exchange, and leadership skills to tackle the most critical environmental issues facing our planet.

Another bonus of the Get Hip Get Green bags is their price! Priced at just $5 these are one of the most affordable reusable shopping bags on the market today.

Pick yours up today at www.gethipgetgreen.com or www.lylablu.com

Friday, July 13, 2007

Fall Arrives at C&C California

New fall fashions have arrived at C&C California!

The new fall designs include high-waisted tunics, whimiscal tanks featuring monkeys, hearts, and tie-dye. My favorite new fall piece is the "winged heart scarlet tunic"

PeaceLoveMom Tanks: Sharing the Summer Love

I love the new PeaceLoveMom tanks available at one of our favorite sites Give Simple.

The PeaceLoveMom tanks are designed for real-life mothers with the added length our post-baby bodies need and a flattering neckline that isn't too "mom".

PeaceLoveMom tanks and tees are truly a celebration of motherhood for today's moms. Each shirt is a tribute to motherhood and the pride today's moms take in their most important job. The slogans are fun without being too contrived. Whether its their "Live Love Laugh" tank or their "Happy Mom" tee you are sure to find something that fits into your fun, cool summer wardrobe.

Take advantage of their summer sale through July 16th. Get 10% off their summery tanks using the promo code SUMMERTANK at checkout.

PeaceLoveMom tanks are available now at givesimple.com

Sunday, July 01, 2007

Jessica Simpson's Favorite Bag

Jessica Simpson has been photographed everywhere this summer with her favorite Blur Old Fashioned Mail Bag slung over her shoulder.

Bag divas everywhere have been searching high and low to get their hands on the stylish bag to no avail. Now finally the bag is available for pre-order for the non-celebrity set at Intuition.

This vintage inspired mail bag has been created out of the softest butter leather that has been processed in special wooden barrels and then hand polished in factories in Italy. The result is a new bag that has a definite worn-in look with the wrinkles and imperfections that typically come only with age.

You can order yours today for October delivery.

Thursday, May 24, 2007

Free Sample Offer from Murad

Those tiny wrinkles that start to appear around your eyes and mouth are just a fact of life when you enter your thirties and forties. Thankfully we live in a time when there are some things we can do to minimize and even eliminate these signs of aging.

One of the newest options is the Intensive Wrinkle Reducer® by Murad. This is the most advanced product yet in Murad's fight against aging. Their exclusive formula has been proven to reduce wrinkles, while significantly increasing skin firmness. The Intensive Wrinkle Reducer® is formulated with their exclusive anti-aging GlycoNutrient Complex that delivers dramatic results in just minutes which continue to improve over time.

For a limited time only, you can get a free sample of this great product by clicking here. Quantities are limited so our yours soon!

Tuesday, May 01, 2007

A Favorite Celebrity Bag Gives Back to Charity

Forget the bags that cost more than many people make in a week, one of the hottest new bags making waves with A-list celebrities costs between $100 - $130 and part of the price of the bag goes to charity!

Intuition has introduced their new Market Bag and will even monogram it with your initials to make it stylishly yours.

Intuition has partnered with the International Rescue Committee (IRC) to provide an education for war-affected children around the world. Intuition will donate $35 of each purchase of a Market Bag to the IRC (www.theIRC.org).

Celebrity fans of this great bag already include Reese Witherspoon, Eva Longoria, Vanessa Minnillo, Jessica Alba, Lindsay Lohan, and Jessica Simpson.

Found Cameron Diaz's Cute Swimsuits

I love the adorable swimsuits was photographed wearing during her recent Hawaiian vacation.

The sexy, sporty swimsuits were created by Le Doux Swimwear to capture the spirit of Brazilian beach sexiness with the relaxed California lifestyle.

Cameron was seen wearing their green and spring stripe, Lollipop, and camo and white, War, swimsuits.

Available at select retailers - check their website for a store near you!

Sunday, April 08, 2007

Introducing the New Dress Collection by Michael Stars

Michael Stars has long been a celebrity favorite for their comfy t-shirt collection. Now they've introduced a brand new collection of dresses that are designed with simple feminine silhouettes.

The dresses have captured the characteristics that make their t-shirts a must-have. Ultra comfortable fabrics combined with flattering flowy style that will compliment just about every body type.

Perfect for a summer day at the office or a weekend wedding, Michael Stars dresses are perfect for the upcoming summer months.

Check them out today at MichaelStars.com

Patagonia: Creating Tee Shirts You Can Recycle


You recycle your cans and those cardboard boxes your soda comes in why not recycle your t-shirts? The t-shirts by Patagonia are created with the true spirit of conservation at heart. Each shirt is constructed with 100% organic cotton and are garment-washed for extra softness.

Even though they are built to last with taped shoulder seams and double-stitched sleeves and hem -- they are meant to be recycled when their time is up.

With their unique Common Threads Garment Recycling Program, customers are able to return their used organic cotton t-shirts to Patagoni to help maximize the clothes useful life.

Piperlime: Shoes that Combine Form and Function


Summer is quickly approaching and I'm on the hunt for a great pair of sandals.

For moms, shoes often become a combination of form and function. I like to wear a cute pair of shoes, but they also have to be functional so I can run after a couple of active three year olds.

The shoes by Piperlime are perfect for my busy mom lifestyle. Not only are they cute, but their comfy sandals are perfect for my mommy afternoons at the pool.

Check out their complete collection of shoes for moms, dads, kids, and everyone in between at Piperlime today!

Thursday, March 15, 2007

Bedhead PJ's: Hollywood Embraced Bedtime Comfort

Ever wonder where Grace Adler got those cute pjs on Will and Grace? Many came from the celebrity favorite brand, Bedhead PJs.

Bedhead PJs are made from high-quality 100% cotton fabrics with excellent tailoring and piping details. Available at fine retailers everywhere.

Their exquisite pjs have been featured as an Oprah must-have and seen on numerous TV shows and magazines (Rachel Ray was recently photographed wearing a pair on the cover of her magazine).

They have just introduced their new Spring and Summer fabrics so check them out for a comfy bedtime splurge.

Monday, March 12, 2007

Starbucks New Yummy Cupcakes

I hate cake. I really do. This is a big dilemma for the boys around my birthday time. We finally came to the agreement that they can either buy an ice cream version or make me cupcakes. So I was very pleasantly surprised that I really liked the new cupcakes available at Starbucks.

I typically prefer chocolate anything, but in this case it's the vanilla that I have fallen for. The frosting in great, the cake is well... cake but with the frosting I don't hate it. Until it gets warm enough for the frozen drinks that are my vice during the summer, their cupcakes will be my weekly starbucks treat.

Saturday, March 10, 2007

Gap's Boyfriend Trousers: Everyday Comfort

At the top of my must have list for Spring are the new "boyfriend trousers" by GAP. I picked up a pair while out on my weekly shopping trip last week and I'm in love!!

These comfy trousers are the perfect option for those days when you just don't want to wear jeans, but it's just not the day to dress up. Their wide legged style flatters those of us with curves and the button tab waste and zip fly make them the ultimate in comfort.

Wednesday, March 07, 2007

Michael Stars: Comfy Tees for Perfect Layering

Tee shirts are the primarily staple of my work at home mom wardrobe. Perfect by themselves for summer, layered for the cooler months. Dressed up with a skirt or dressed down with jeans layered tess are my daily mom unifom.

One of the favorite brands of comfy tees for today's celebrity moms are the comfy tees by Michael Stars. Available in both maternity and non-maternity styles these tees have been seen on the likes of Jennifer Garner, Courteney Cox-Arquette, Jennifer Lopez, and Jessica Biel.

Designed for comfort with the perfect fit that gets better with each washing. My favorite is the 3/4 Sleeve Tunic Thermal. Worn layered under a short sleeve tee make this the ideal tee for the early spring when it's too warm for a jacket, but too chilly for short sleeves.

7forallmankind: Wide Legged Jean Perfection

It seems like all we've seen in Hollywood in jeans for the last couple of years is the famous "skinny jean". They seem to be the staple of my everyday modern mom wardrobe. Stylish -- yes, comfortable -- not really.

Now it appears that some Celebrity Moms have decided to push the skinny jeans to the back of their closet and opt for a wider leg style. Liv Tyler was most recently seen out leaving a meeting last week sporting a pair of Seven for All Mankind "Ginger" jeans.

The "Ginger" style is a wide legged trouser style that sits on the hips and skims the thigh before loosening to create an ultra wide leg opening. Each pair is perfectly proportioned to fit a woman's curves. Available at "Seven For All Mankind" at $143.

Friday, March 02, 2007

Drew Barrymore Loves Joe's Jeans

Drew Barrymore has been busy showing off her Hollywood style while promoting her new film, Music and Lyrics. On-camera in the film, Drew can be seen sporting one of her favorite brands of jeans: Joe's Jeans!

Drew exclusively wears Joe's throughout the entire movie. The line is availble in a selection of classic cuts like The Socialite, Lover, and Rocker.

Joe's Jeans are are designed with the perfect blend of style and comfort.

Check out their complete line for men, women, and kids at Joe's Jeans.

Scarlett Johansson Debuts New Line of Reeboks

Scarlett Johansson and Reebok have introduced her new line of shoes and clothing with a modern, yet classic style.

The line called Scarlett Hearts Reebok launched on March 1st.

"It's a lifestyle collection," she says. "You can go directly from the gym, slip it on [and] go to meet your friends for coffee."

The line feautres brightly colored sneakers ($90), short-sleeved hoodies ($100), baseball tees ($50), and comfy sweatpant leggings ($80).

The collection is "a mixture of both the ultrafeminine and urban lifestyle," says Scarlett. The star has signed with Reebok for at least three seasons.

Saturday, February 10, 2007

Lylablu: Half Off Bikini Sale

Lyla Blu a celebrity favorite for kids clothing also has an adorable line of bikinis for mom.

These swimsuits are a limited edition line of hand crochet bikinis with the perfect combo of rock n’ roll spirit and hippie love.

Right now they are having a sale for 50% off all bikinis - both for kids and women.

These bikinis are favorites of Lisa Rinna, Kelly Ripa, Teri Hatcher, and Felicity Huffman!

Thursday, February 01, 2007

Skinvitals: Cloth Facial Masks for At Home Spa Treatments


This time of year is terrible on the skin - especially for those of us that live in cold weather states. This weekend the artic temperatures are heading for Minnesota and we're getting ready to lock ourselves in with a pile of movies and time on our hands.

While I was stocking up at Target today, I spotted one of my favorite skincare products that until now I could only order online. I can't say enough about the Skinvitals masks! My personal favorite is the Lavender + Green Tea "L-Smooth" mask.

The Skinvitals masks are perfect for the mom on the go who doesn't always have the time that a trip to spa for a facial requires. All you need is 15 minutes to relax with a soft cloth mask that easily slips onto your face and your skin will feel refreshed for weeks.

Now available at Target for the reasonable price of $3.95 / mask or $9.95 for a pack of four.

I'm definitely going to take 15 minutes out for myself this weekend and get my winter dried skin back in soft, hydrated condition!

Sunday, January 28, 2007

The Chic Mom Find: Jimmy Crystal Earings

I loved Jennifer Garner's look at the recent premiere of, Catch and Release. She was sporting a pair of Cartier earings estimated at a value of $60,000.

Life and Style was able to find a replica pair that the rest of us can afford at Jimmy Crystal for a mere $36. This specific pair was part of their 2006 line.



Saturday, January 27, 2007

Lands End: Bathing Suits for Bodies that Have Had Babies

I had the unfortunate experience of breaking my ankle over the holidays. When I went to the doctor to have it checked out last week, he informed me that the cast will probably come off next week. Our discussion turned to what I will be able to do and what I should avoid for the time being.

My biggest concern was being able to work out. I had started a workout regime last October and am very eager to get back on it. Well, apparently I can't at least not yet. I have to slowly work my stregnth back up before I get to do any running or anything involving any impact. But I can swim all I want according to the doc.

Shudders went down my back. I haven't gone swimming since I had the twins. We've taken them to the pool, but it involves a sprint from where I remove my coverup to the water and vice versa.

I've been saying since we started the workout regime that I need to get a new swimsuit so I can swim. Now that it appears that swimming will need to be my form of exercise at least for a few weeks, I could put it off no more.

So my husband calls me up yesterday and asks if I want to go shopping and we can pick up that swimming suit. Oh yeah, that's what I need my husband impatiently waiting while I try on suit after suit that I hate. But I relunctedly agreed and off we went.

Our first stop ended up being the last. We found the perfect suit at Lands End (in my case one of their outlets) and I am delighted.

Typically, the suits either cover way too little or way too much. I tried on a dozen and most worked fine but one of their slenderizers is the perfect suit. It sucks in all that you need contained without being unconfortable and doesn't look like a grandma suit. It even got my husband's seal of approval.

I still have to wait a week before I can try it out in water, but if you are starting your search for a summer bathing suit definitely check out the ones at Lands End today! (Note - their outlets are having a great sale with 40% off the already reduced prices!!)

Tuesday, January 23, 2007

Welcome to The Chic Mom!

The Chic Mom is a spin-off blog from Celebrity Moms and The Stylish Child.

Now that my last child has decided to potty train himself, I found I can once again carry a stylish purse rather than a mommy bag. This sent me on a mad hunt over the holidays in search of a great purse. Which I found at Target!

That combined with the many companies that have contacted me about writing up their non-baby related products made me decide to create a central place to put all the really cool stuff I find for all the chic moms out there.

If you have a product that you want to have featured please drop me a note at emma@celebrity-moms.com