D'Luxe Designs Etsy Treasury: Rockin' Robin

Please check out my etsy treasury: Rockin' Robin: An Egg a Day is Work. The inspiration for this treasury is the serene color of Robin's Egg Blue and the symbolism of Spring. Special thanks to all of the wonderful etsy sellers that I featured.

D' Luxe Decor - Embrace the Beauty of Iman Home

For those who love the idea of a "model" home, we can now look forward having one of own. Iconic supermodel Iman will launch her first home furnishings products under the brand Iman Home.

The collection of some 15 decorative fabrics designs, are grouped in two themes: Urban Eclectic and Modern Glamour - each offering a layering of various textures and techniques in diverse looks reflecting both a global and urban influence.

Each works alone but also can be paired to pick up design elements from the other. The collection will debut at retail at Calico Corners on September 5.

The line will retail in range from $25 to $50 per yard, with most in the $25 to $37 range. Visit http://www.calicocorners.com to see this lovely line for yourself.

Celebrate Your Shape with Levis Curve Id Jeans

Just in time for fall, Levi’s® is launching a new line of custom fit jeans made to fit the curve of a woman’s body. The new line, Levi’s® Curve ID, utilizes a revolutionary fit system based on shape, not size and was created as a result of studying more than 60,000 body scans and listening to women around the world of all shapes and sizes.

Through this research, Levi’s® designers created a new approach to measuring a woman’s body and identified three distinct body types that account for 80 percent of women’s shapes universally. The three Levi’s® Curve ID fits are based on these universal body types.

Unlike other denim brands, Levi’s® Curve ID utilizes a unique, customized fit system focusing on a woman’s shape and proportions, not her size. The designers studied the bodies of more than 60,000 women to develop three custom fits based on the difference between the measurement of a woman’s hip and seat – the greater the difference, the more curvy the body – and include:

Slight Curve – designed to celebrate straight figures
Slight Curve is designed to define a woman’s waist, while accentuating her curves. If jeans usually fit in the hips and thighs but are too tight in the waist, a woman should try the Slight Curve.

Demi Curve – designed to fit even proportions
Demi Curve is designed to flatter a woman’s waist, while smoothing her shape. If jeans usually fit in the waist, but don’t flatter the figure, a woman should try the Demi Curve.

Bold Curve– designed to honor genuine curves
Bold Curve is designed to hug the waist, without gapping or pulling. If jeans usually fit in the hips and thighs, but gap in the back, a woman should try the Bold Curve.

Each store carrying the line will have trained fit experts to measure women, identify her Levi’s® Curve ID and help her find the best fitting jeans for her body type and style preference. A global digital fitting room will launch on Levi.com where women will be able to find their Levi’s® Curve ID, explore product demos and learn more about our fit science.

Visit http://www.levistrauss.com for info on where to purchase these jeans.

D' Luxe Technology - OPI and Dell Partnership

Have you ever loved your nail color so much you wanted to wear it everyday? Well now you can. Dell has teamed up with world renowned nail lacquer experts OPI to design a new line-up of fashionable yet functional laptop computers.

Through their unique partnership, Dell began featuring 26 high-style fashion shades along with their already available color and artwork offerings available as options in the Dell Design Studio.

One of Dell's most popular options for consumer laptops is the choice of color, and by teaming up with OPI they're making even more fun designs available. The seasonal choices will vary and OPI will also periodically revise its color offerings based on what's most popular. Currently, for the spring 2010 season Dell is offering OPI's "Hong Kong" collection.

The OPI color options are available on the Dell Mini, Inspiron and Studio Laptops through the Dell Design Studio. Later, the OPI options will expand to other countries, and select OPI colors will be available at many retailers.

D' Luxe Style - Heavy Metal Shines On

2009AD by cloho deux featuring Jessica Simpson shoes

Items in this set:
Armour Shift Dress, 120 GBP
Jessica Simpson Studded Gladiator Sandal, $70
Christian louboutin bags, 350 GBP
Amber Waves Of Grain Necklace, $15
Extra Large Antique Bronze Crystal Ivy Hinge Bracelet :: Bracelets ::..., $355

Want a sneak peak at some of the hottest fashion trends for Spring 2010? The catwalks are ablaze with muted shine-in precious metal tones of broze, rose gold and copper There's no better way to add an injection of high-octane glamour than with a shiny, metallic flash. Leave silver alone (it's had its moment), this season's metal tones are warmer alloys.

D' Luxe Beauty - Go Beyond Merry with Cranberry

Beyond Merry with Cranberry by dluxedesigns on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
Pangea Organics Egyptian Geranium with Adzuki Bean & Cranberry Facial..., $32
Fresh Cranberries from Naturipe Farms.
The Cranberry Cure
Cranberries
MyChelle Dermaceuticals White Cranberry Cleanser

Cranberry is no longer around just for the holidays. Consumer demand for this little red berry has ensured its presence in snacks, cereals and juices. But now beauty products are its latest platform for expansion.

With cranberries' emergence into the "superfruit" club and "high in antioxidants" marketing slant, you'll be sure to see cranberry positioned products from more beauty brands throughtout the year.

D' Luxe Beauty - Sweet as Honey

Sweeter Than Honey by dluxedesigns on Polyvore.com

Items in this set:
Sleep - Warm Milk & Honey Body Wash - Aromatherapy - Bath & Body Works, $13
L'Occitane Honey & Lemon Eau de Toilette, $46
The Body Shop - Spa Wisdom Africa Honey & Beeswax Hand and Foot Butter..., $30
Mimosa Hair Honey - Carol's Daughter, $40
MAC Naked Honey Collection (Vogue.com UK)

It is the time of year when we can't get enough of "edible comfort ingredients". The health and nutritional benefits of honey are countless. It’s no surprise consumers are hot for beauty products with honey in them as a more natural way to indulge and replenish.

Honey contains ingredients that are natural antioxidants and have natural antiseptic, cleansing, and healing properties. It is also a natural humectant. No surprise there is an increasing number of honey products being introduced to the market for hair care, lotions, facial masks, and fragrances.

D' Luxe Designer Spotlight - Rachel Roy

Just in time for back-to-school shopping and the fashionistas who are ready to work their Fall wardrobes, fashion designer Rachel Roy has launched Rachel Rachel Roy, designed exclusively for Macy’s.

Rachel Rachel Roy is a "little sister" to her Rachel Roy Collection, which she launched in 2004 to critical acclaim from fashion insiders. Her new collection is a joint venture with Jones Apparel Group, Inc.

Not bad for a young woman who started as an intern at Rocawear. Rachel later worked her way to Creative Director of the label before branching out on her own. She was inducted into the Council of Fashion Designers of American two years ago and has seen her creations worn by First Lady Michelle Obama, Tyra Banks and Eva Mendes.

Offering designer-infused items at affordable prices, Rachel designed the collection for Rachel Roy’s younger sister, expressing a fresh version of glamour and youthfulness that reflects today's urban sophistication. Elements of downtown cool and uptown chic are blended – pattern mixing, pairing of opposites, and individualism. Bright patterns and unique prints are also seen in the collection. A key group focuses on a graffiti print featured in select apparel, shoes and handbags in stores now. The Rachel Rachel Roy customer can find her whole wardrobe in the collection from chunky sweaters to t-shirts with great details, print leggings, leather bombers and party dresses for all occasions.

The line retails from $59 to $299 for sportswear, $79 to $199 for footwear, $40 to $195 for jewelry and $69 to $109 for handbags.

Rachel Rachel Roy is available now exclusively in select Macy’s stores and later this month on macys.com. For more on Rachel's designs, please visit http://www.rachelroy.com.

D' Luxe Hair - D' Luxe Lace Wigs Launches

If anyone wonders why this blog has been so quiet lately, it's because I've launched an online store for luxurious lace wigs. It is called D'Luxe Lace Wigs. I still design jewelry and cards, I just looking more fabulous when I create.

If you've never heard of a lace wig, you're not alone. In the past lace wigs were used mainly by celebrities and people who suffered from hair loss due to medical problems.

But recently, celebrities like Beyonce, Oprah, Wendy Williams and Tyra Banks are making lace wigs more widely popular. A lace wig is nothing like a traditional wig. They are so realistic that you can be sitting right next to someone and not know they are wearing a wig.

A lace wig is built on a very sheer lace cap, and the key feature is that at the hairline, and when parted, a lace wig looks incredibly natural, as if the hair is growing right out of the scalp. The lace is adhered to your skin and disappears, you can even wear a lace with in a a high ponytail or up do.

Say goodbye to thin hair or unrealistic hair weaves and hello to luxuriously natural hair with a lace wig from D'Luxe Lace Wigs - Your style secret.

D' Luxe Fragrance - Find the Write Scent with Happy to Go

Just in case you think I can spell, please don't be mistaken. When looking for convenience and portability, Happy to Go Perfume Pencils by Clinique, may be the "right" scent for you.

This limited-edition collection includes three solid perfume pencils: the orginal Clinique Happy scent, A Hint of Citrus and A Wealth of Flowers. Wear them on alone, or mix the scents together. Come in a mini bag with a sharpener, but I keep one in my makeup bag. Available at sephora.com and other beauty retailers. MSRP: $30.00

D' Luxe Book - Exactly As I Am by Shaun Robinson

She's won an Emmy, written columns for popular magazines and of course, is the weekend co-host and a correspondent for Access Hollywood, but when Shaun Robinson sat down to write her first book, she decided to not pen her manuscript about the glitz and glamour of the entertainment world.

Instead, after receiving questions from young women across the country who desperately wanted to be like their celebrity idols, Shaun decided to write a book offering self-esteem boosting words of wisdom from her own life and with the help of a host of celebrities.

In Shaun's book, "Exactly As I Am", she shares her own stories, as well as those from Oprah Winfrey , Alicia Keys, Celine Dion, Indie Arie, Meredith Vieira, Jennifer Hudson and Kelly Clarkson, the latter who revealed a school play director once told her, her voice was the best, but the part went to someone else because of her weight.

Through this rich tapestry of voices, women of all ages, races, ethnicities, and backgrounds explore how to stay grounded and develop positive self-esteem, something Robinson calls “your ticket to freedom and making your dreams come true.” They also discuss the importance of mentors and friends, being able to laugh at oneself, and giving back to others. The collected wisdom of shared experiences in "Exactly As I Am" is designed to give every girl and woman the opportunity to dream big, stay strong, and remain true to herself. Available at your favorite book retailer.

Looking to satisfy the desire for "red carpet hair" at home, celebrity hairstylist and beauty expert Billy Lowe has launched his own luxury hair care line. Billy, who has worked with numerous Hollywood A-List stars and appeared on such hit reality shows as TLC's "10 Years Younger and "Extreme Make-over," is no stranger to celebrity style.

The line contains two shampoos, two conditioners and seven styling products. The key ingredients in the line include Asian sugar, which repairs and nourishes hair from within, and soy proteins to help strengthen hair and restore lost amino acids.

"The solutions that I was presented with were anything but complicated. Many other manufacturers offered hundreds of products and the whole process was overwhelming. What I wanted for my clients was a clean and simple line that offered outstanding professional results. Now, people can have red carpet hair just like my celebrity clients ­ no matter where they live," stated Lowe.

With almost 20 years in the industry, Billy knows hair care. For more info on his line and info on how to purchase, please visit billylowe.com.

D' Luxe Fragrance - Victoria's Secret Parfum Intimes

Want to indulge in the ultimate feminine luxury? Leave it to Victoria's Secret to combine fine fragrance and the fantasy of fine fabrics with their launch of Parfums Intimes.

Parfum Intimes was inspired by silk, satin, cashmere and lace; the most precious lingerie fabrics in the world.

Each of the four fragrances has been designed to evoke the textural feel of the fabric that inspired it. Choose from Satin Rose de Mai, Silk Mandarin Santal, Cashmere Vanilla Jasmine and Lace Orange Flower.

Beautifully executed and reasonably priced ($45), Parfum Intimes is the perfect treat for someone special...YOU! Available at Victoria's Secret.

D' Luxe Designs Giveaway - Beaded Cuff

If you are like me, you are going "crazy for cuffs". To kick off the debut of my new beaded woven cuffs, I am sponsoring a giveway.

Each cuff has been designed by utilizing the herringbone stitch, also known as the ndebele stitch.

The Ndebele stitch is a traditional African beading stitch used by the Ndebele tribe of South Africa. The Ndebele beaders often work without patterns or instructions and produce stunning beaded collars, jewelry and dolls.

My cuff bracelets are designed with over a thousand tiny delica and firepolished beads which have been sewn together in some of this season's hottest color palettes. The cuff measures 1.5 inches wide and 7.5 inches in length.

Based on the reaction from friends and family to the new designs, I am happy to give a cuff to one of my blog readers. To become eligible, just submit a comment on my blog and leave your email address.

Don't wait too long, as this giveaway will end on May 5, 2009. US entries only.

For designs for purchase, please visit my online jewelry shop.

D' Luxe Style - Push it to the Maxi

Push it to the Maxi by dluxedesigns on Polyvore.com

Maxi Mania continues this season and the options are endless.

Bold florals, tribal prints or even color block patterns make this simple dress style look totally put together. Opt for spaghetti straps, tank-styles or a strapless bodice to flatter your shape and flaunt your assets.

Finish your look with colorful flip flops or a jeweled flat sandal for "maximum comfort".

D' Luxe Shopping - The Outnet is Here

TheOutnet.com has finally launched. The sister site to Net-a-Porter has become the new home for designer brands like Christian Louboutin, Diane von Furstenberg, Hervé Leger and Chloé at discounts of between 40% and 60%.

Net-a-Porter founder and chairman Natalie Massenet told WWD that the launch of theOutnet was not just “opportunistic” because of the current climate.

Massenet admitted there will be some overlap with Net-a-Porter customers but said that theOutnet will give the company the opportunity to “reach out” to a new customer base.

The site will host several consumer-driving promotions each month such as Limited time Pop-Up Sales, Giveaways and Going, Going, Gone Sales that will give you that 'get it before it goes' buzz.

If the 150,000 site registrations in the last couple of days are any indication of the following this site will have, bookmark it now and take advantage of the goodies theOutnet has to offer.

Register and start shopping now at www.theoutnet.com.

D' Luxe Style - Put a Ring On It

D' Luxe Style - Put a Ring on it by dluxedesigns featuring Forever21 rings

In the words of Beyonce, "if you like then you shoulda put a ring on it".

I don't think she is talking about any ring, but bold, oversized, in your face, statement rings. This is definitely the time "to be done with dainty".

Whether you chose semi-precious stones, faux gems or crafted metals, cocktail rings are to be worn during the day, and the goal is to get noticed.

D' Luxe Style - Stand Out in the Nude

Standing Out in the Nude by dluxedesigns featuring Jimmy Choo flat shoes

Ultra feminine. Romantic. Playful. The nude fashion trend this spring isn't about showing more, but working flesh-tone fabrics as a form of second skin.

Not all neutrals are created equal. Consider your skin tone when selecting your pieces. Opt for delicate pinks, nuzzly peach or creamy caramels. Mix and match your nude tone items to create texture and dimension.

Stand Out in the Nude with one item that adds the right splash of pop. For my D'Luxe Nude Look, I selected the Gucci Princy Tote as my "pop accessory.

Featured items: Jimmy Choo sandals; Calypso smock top; Filagree teardrop earrings; 2Pack chunky bracelet; Forever flower brooch; H&M slim skirt; Cube New York sandals; Subversive necklace; Gucci Princy Tote

D' Luxe Style - Tribal Temptations

The tribal trend has exploded this season with clothing, jewelry and accessories inspired by African and Indian influences.

Add ethnic flavor to your wardrobe with a wide color palette of exotic motifs. Differentiate your look with indigenous-inspired prints and tribal geometric patterns.

For jewelry, the look is big and bright and layering is key . Mix chunky bracelets adorned with natural stones with embellished cuffs. Necklaces are intricately beaded, making this season's trend a beadweaver's dream.

Not sure how you will incorporate this look into your Spring 2009 wardrobe? Just remember less is more. A "touch of tribal" will make your look chic and unscripted.

1. Etro tunic; 2. Public Library t-shirt; 3. Dune clutch; 4. D' Luxe Designs Tribal Noir bracelet; 5. Jimmy Choo Claudia sandal; 6. Matt Bernson Equss sandal; 7. D' Luxe Designs Tribal Soul bracelet

D' Luxe Style - Pump Up the Python

Python. Snakeskin. Stingray. Keep in mind anything that "slithers" will sizzle this Spring.

Real or faux, these prints are the way to go for accessories. Look for shoes, clutches and bracelet cuffs to add a touch of exotic luxury to your wardrobe.

Prada, Fendi and Jimmy Choo have featured snakeskin items in their Spring 2009 collections. Let's not leave out the recessionistas, Nine West has the look for you too. Pump Up the Python!