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    Gotta Getaway? Engage All Your Senses With A Stay At The Five ...

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    Ida Hsiang on May 27, 2009 4:16 PM PDT
    Only in Paris would you be able to find a hotel that is modern, chic, cozy and quaint all at once. If you're planning a trip to Paris, check out The Five Hotel. Located in the hip and happening Latin Quarter, The Five Hotel is within walking distance from great shopping and restaurants, as well as many must-see sightseeing locations. The night life in the Latin Quarter is famous and a great place for tourists to mingle with the local crowd. It's not just the great location and nearby attractions that make The Five Hotel such a great choice, though. The Five Hotel is a sparkling gem that engages all five of your senses for the ultimate sensory stay. First, you choose a scent from 5 fragrance choices that will be used in your room. Your sense of touch is used through all the plush velvet and carpeting, slick ceramic stoneware and Chinese lacquer. Being in Paris, you taste buds are obviously going to enjoy the delicious French foods and pastries that are provided at The Five Hotel, especially their mouth-watering breakfasts featuring wonderful, crusty Viennese breads and buns from the famous Monge bakery, washed down with tea or coffee from the Mariage Freres brand with its unique flavors. The interior decorations and unique usage of lighting causes the place to shimmer and sparkle with optic fibre lights and star-studded ceilings, light sculptures and luminous glass desks that excite and please the eye. Lastly, your hearing is given a break in this quiet, secluded hotel that boasts double-glazed windows, producing a truly peaceful and restful environment. Check out the slideshow for more pics of The Five Hotel and book a room today!
    Tags : vacation , trip , travel , touch , modern
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    Hot In The Hive: Crayon Rings

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    Anna Yu on May 6, 2009 6:22 AM PDT
    Some of my fondest childhood memories involves opening up a brand new package of crayons and attempting to color inside the lines of my dinosaur coloring book. The days of using coloring books may be long gone, but who says we can't still use crayons? Boston-based Converse "idea" designer Timothy Liles certainly keeps busy outside of his day job! He recently created crayons shaped into rings that come in eight basic colors. The playful rings have a pointed tip at the top of the ring in a traditional diamond-like shape which you can use to draw finer lines. Why choose between form and function when you can have both? The rings only come in size 7, so if your fingers can't fit them, I'd string them into a necklace. Don't worry, any marks you make will be washable!


    Price: $50
    Who Found It: facadeindreams was the first to add the Crayon rings to the Hive.
    Tags : modern , jewelry , design , crayons
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    Modern, Non-Stuffy Wing Chairs For Stylish Lounging

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    Anna Yu on Apr 21, 2009 4:20 PM PDT
    For some reason, wingback chairs have gotten an unfortunate reputation for being in the homes of the old and stuffy. Your grandfather may have had an imposing tufted leather wingback chair you wouldn't dare touch. But the old and stuffy were definitely onto something with these chairs. They're designed to be super comfortable and offer some great support in case you ever dose off. The winged nature of the chair gives a place for your head to rest when you start tilting to the side. Now you know why your grandfather loved that chair so much! These days, you don't have to look stodgy when sitting in a wing chair. In fact, many styles these days mesh well with your modern decor. Some like the Painted Dot iChair with built-in speakers from PB Teen are downright playful! Another one of my favorites is the Lambert recliner for maximum comfort when reading or taking a quick nap. For more modern takes on a traditional wing style, check out my slideshow!
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    Hot In The Hive: The Lunar Mini Round Lounge Sofa

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    Anna Yu on Mar 26, 2009 5:24 AM PDT
    I'm sure there are some days in your life where all you want to to is just get home, curl up in a ball on your sofa and veg out to junk food and sappy movies. What better way to do it than on the Lunar Mini Round Lounge Sofa from Dania Furniture! A modern cocoon that reminds me of those retro ball chairs, the sofa is perfect for one or two. True to its name, sit in it and you'll want to lounge forever. It comes in red or taupe fabric to go with most color schemes, but the hardest decision will be who gets to sit in it first. For those who can't decide, there's always the larger Stellar Round Lounge Sofa! So change into your pajamas and pop in your favorite DVD for a well-deserved and relaxing night in.


    Price: $795
    Who Found It: dkuehnel was the first to add the Lunar Mini Round Lounge Sofa to the Hive.
    Tags : sofa , modern , home , furniture
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    Designer To Watch: Francis by Christian Francis Roth

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    Pauline Montupet on Mar 5, 2009 9:22 AM PST
    Nineties fashion darling Christian Francis Roth is back in action! At 21 he was welcomed with open arms by 7th avenue as their latest prodigy with his designer label Christian Francis Roth. This spring marks his comeback to the New York fashion world with Francis, an upbeat women's contemporary line. The collection offers fresh, happy modern clothes for the girl who is looking for something with a cool new vibe. Known for his Crayola crayon colors and pop art references, the new collection retains all of the interesting detailing and lighthearted approach he did in the 90's. The collection is meeting the girl gangs roaming the halls in "Gossip Girl" and the cult flick The Warriors, leaving us with a tongue-in-cheek look. Preppy staples like classic blazers with oversized crests and polo dresses are mixed with downtown cool graffiti prints and flirty cocktail dresses, perfect for the uptown girl living in a downtown world. The line hits the streets soon, so grab your own girl gang and your wallet and head to the stores! Christian Francis Roth will be available at Bergdorf Goodman, Bloomingdale's and Nordstrom stores nationwide.
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    Stately Views And Savory Eats At Charlie Palmer Steak

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    Modern Luxury on Feb 24, 2009 1:30 PM PST
    Charlie Palmer is so much more than your average steakhouse. Executive chef Matt Hill grills up dry-aged steak from the eastern shore of Maryland, beautiful sauteed fish, and locally sourced produce to for his Washington, D.C. restaurant. As for the entrees, don't expect anything to be too manipulated; Hill likes to keep things simple, and doesn't underestimate the ability to showcase the natural flavors of his dishes. But do expect an impressive wine selection: the restaurant boasts 10,000 bottles of wine on the premise, 3,500 of which are displayed in an innovative wine cube. Step outside to the rooftop terrace and catch a glimpse of the magnificent view of the Capitol.
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