Designer Guillaume Henry on the Carven Woman

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We want to let you in on a secret - it's called Carven and it's about to take the fashion world by storm, again.


Up-and-coming designer Guillaume Henry was signed on as creative director of the the French house in 2009 and has since dressed celebrities from Demi Moore to Gwyneth Paltrow to Leighton Meester.


He describes the Carven girl as a 'girl with a free spirit but likes to be elegant' and adds that his creations are perfect for any woman who wants to be attractive without showing too much.


The inspiration for his quirky cocktail dresses comes from traveling and mythology. And the ultra-hip frocks with unexpected cut-out details can be worn at any age.





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Daily Obsesh - Meio Cheio Sugar Bowl

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This Meio Cheio Sugar Bowl is absolutely adorable ... and versatile! We're loving the kaleidoscope-patterned glass, the Chinoiserie-inspired shape, and the subtle yet beautiful design.


Use this mini bowl as a candy bowl (IKEA candies in pastel colors would look beautiful), a ring holder, or even just a decorative piece to put on display! Put it on your nightstand as a pretty center piece that also holds small jewelry! A beautiful accessory to any home, the Meio Cheio Sugar Bowl also makes a wonderful gift!



Where to Buy - Sobral USA



Price - $115.00



Who Found It - BrookeElisabeth was the first to add the 'Meio Cheio Sugar Bowl' to the Hive.

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Daily Obsesh - Akawelle Necklace

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Give someone the gift of LIFE this Valentine's Day and any day with the Akawelle necklace made from spent bullet casings. Sounds a bit strange to you? Trust us! This couldn€™t be a better symbol of love!



The story starts in the refugee camps of Ghana where thousands of Liberians fled to during the civil war. Lovetta Conto was one of those refugees. Here she was approached by the Strongheart Fellowship Program and from that moment her dream of being a designer started looking more like a reality.


Lovetta created the Akawelle necklace, meaning 'also known as LOVE'. It features two pendants, a leaf inscribed with the word LIFE, made from the bullet casings that litter the streets of Liberia, and a single bead which is the bottom of the bullet shell. This necklace represents the idea that there is the promise of life even through strife and hardship. Proceeds help to aid the Strongheart House where children from warring countries come for a chance at a better life.


What could possibly be more romantic than giving someone a chance at a better life?



Where to Buy - Strongheart Fellowship



Price - $100.00



Who - Melimeli was the first to add the 'Akawelle Necklace' to the Hive.

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Daily Obsesh - Hello Kitty Puzzle

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As a little girl I was in love with Hello Kitty. I had pencils, pens, stationary, purses, keychains, even a trashcan! Basically, when I got older my obsession lessened and eventually disappeared, but there's still a special place in my heart for Hello Kitty and her cute, mouthless smile. To this day, when I come across something from Sanrio, I fall instantly in love. I love that Urban Outfitters has this adorable Hello Kitty Puzzle Head for sale because it's a great piece to remind me of my childhood and looks great in an office, or to entertain younger guests who visit your house. This puzzle is an awesomely cute stocking stuffer or gift for a friend and anyone who spent their youth obsessed with Sanrio will get a kick out of this adorable 3D puzzle! I love the use of pink and white, and Hello Kitty seriously looks adorable! Sure, I don't really need something like this for my house, but I know I must have it! This little kitty is going to become your instant computer desk buddy!



Where to Buy - Urban Outfitters



Price - $18.00



Who Found It - Ltopiol was the first to add the 'Hello Kitty Puzzle Head' to the Hive.

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Daily Fashion News Round-Up!

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Designers these days are so crazy! And we love them for it! not only does it make for interesting news, it brings fashion and style just that much closer to us in ways we would never expect! So let's pay homage to these creatively quirky forces with designer-specified headlines and find out just what they've been up to lately. After-all, if we didn't indulge their eccentricities .... where would fashion be?


Fashion Indie - Karl Lagerfeld Cancels Paris Show! Click here to read more about why Lagerfeld has decided to cancel his show and how that actually benefits us!
Vogue Daily - Alejandro Ingelmo Opens His First Boutique in SoHo! Click here to read more about the opening of this coveted shoe designers first boutique!


The Cut - Now That Bookmarc Has Opened, Marc Jacobs Inc. Plans to Open a Restaurant! Click here to read more about this fashion designers newest ventures outside of the fashion world!


Refinery29 - Rag And Bone Launches Women's E-Commerce Today! We all love their chic street style so click here to read more about how we can now shop for Rag & Bone in the comfort of our own homes (or offices)!

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Recession Chic - High-End Designer Items For $150 Or Less!

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No matter what your fashion sense may be, any true fashionista would love to have multiple designer items in her repertoire. While there a many new (and quite pricey) brands out there that are totally stylish and lust-worthy, it's the big-name design houses that have earned their reputations and really get our blood pumping! I'm talking Fendi, Gucci, Prada and other familiar high-end design labels. Maybe a whole closet, or even a whole ensemble, of designer duds may be more dream than reality at this point, but there is no reason that we can't flash a little designer wear in our everyday outfits. It's true that you can never have too many designer sunglasses, but it's also a very predictable way to gain designer-item cred. You'd be surprised how many other super cute and super practical designer pieces are out there and within your budget! Want to start adding some big names to your accessories? How about for only $150 or less? Of course you would! Just click on the slideshow to see some of my favorite designer items (besides designer shades) that are going for $150 or less!

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Label Love: Plastic Island Is Ready To Go Out Tonight!

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Although Plastic Island has already been featured in Elle, InStyle, Lucky, and WWD, and worn on A-listers like Anna Hathaway, Katy Perry, and Vanessa Hudgens, the brand remains totally accessible. No matter its high-fashion acclaim, Plastic Island still seeks to bring impeccable style at an affordable price point. The overall line combines the playfulness of the modern girl with the desire to look chic and sensible, creating looks that convey a sense of ease yet are immaculately tailored. The latest collection features a slew of stylish looks that are ready to hit the town -- emphasized-shoulder blazers, backless dresses, high-waisted skirts, metallic details, tailored pants -- and demonstrate a flattering balance between draped and fitted, relaxed and put-together. For a glimpse at the recent collection, take a look at the slideshow!

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Label Love: M.O.L. Knits Does Knitwear Way Better Than Your Grandma

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No offense; I'm sure your grandma makes lovely scarves and gaudy Christmas sweaters, but M.O.L. Knits doesn't play around. Based in San Francisco (woo!), the brand takes a unique approach to your everyday knits, in a way that's still comfortable and reliable like your cozy staples should be. Innovative cuts and cutting edge silhouettes make M.O.L. Knits modern and fresh yet still worthy of becoming your favorite go-to comfy pieces. Their latest collection exhibits a vibe that's soft and feminine to the touch, yet slightly roughed-up and urban with funky asymmetrical cuts, hoods, emphasized shoulders, dramatic draping sleeves, and an overall slouchy style that automatically gives off that enviable "I-look-great-without-even-trying" energy. For a peek at this season's favorite looks, check out the slideshow!

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Hot In The Hive: Doshi Levien Paper Planes Reading Chairs

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All I wanna do is ... sink right into that seat. Doshi Levien's Paper Planes line of reading chairs are designed to help you do just that -- they're contemporary like the bulk of their esteemed furniture projects, and their asymmetrical shape was actually crafted specifically for comfort, making the chair as sophisticatedly practical as dad's leather LA-Z-BOY, just more smooth and sleek and effortlessly less burly. And this chair can actually recline in more ways than one. It was actually paper folding that fueled the creation of this swanky lounger. Furniture design may have been pushed against the grain in the conception of this piece of art, but upon further inspection, the lines and angles of the Paper Planes chairs seem to flow together in a way that that makes sound, geometric sense. Upon even closer inspection, you'll notice that some chairs actually shimmer with Swarovsky crystals that trace the graph paper-like grooves along the chair's many planes -- talk about baller. Unwind and relish in the creativity of the planet's edgiest reading chair while really indulging yourself by sitting on upholstery laced with the world's most famous crystals. We'd all probably be reading a bit more if we had a reading chair like one of Levien's Paper Planes. To afford a piece, however, I might just have to take your money. Check out the slideshow for a few more views of the project!

Who Found It: kelojif was the first to add Doshi Levien Paper Planes to the Hive.
Price: $3,393 - $5,795

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Label Love: Wish Collection Brings Down-To-Earth Style From Down Under!

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Sydney native Annette Cannock may have grown up among the most chic, high end boutiques in town, but her personal style is anything but unapproachable. Having an innate sense of what looks luxe and feels luxurious, she based her designing career on the idea that clothes should look impeccable, but more importantly be completely wearable and make the owner feel special when they wear it. Because of this, Wish Collection was born, combining all the hottest prints and freshest trends of the designer boutiques in a way that's affordable, practical and fun for the modern girl. A Wish wardrobe is eclectic and whimsical, but never over-the-top or inaccessible! Check out the slideshow for a peek at some of the highlights from the latest collection!

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