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Hot In The Hive: Ballistic Rose From Citizen

Ida Hsiang on May 5, 2009 6:25 AM PDT

There has always been something so alluring about paradoxical situations and the juxtapositions in life. What symbolizes beauty and romance better than a rose? Tobias Wong creates the Ballistic Rose out of a single piece of Ballistic Nylon, material used for military purposes. The black, rough material is so different from the fragrant, velvety feel of a real rose, but then, that's the appeal. This Ballistic Rose is in full bloom and lends commentary to the current somber issues in our world today. The Ballistic Rose by Tobias Wong is meant to remind us of the fragility and volatility of our world, but also of the beauty that can still be found in it. Made of a material usually reserved for those that protect, Wong is showing us how simple it is to manipulate our sense of security. The Ballistic Rose is a fascinating and elegant way to accessorize and have your voice be heard. Originally a wry art piece for the New York MoMA, the Ballistic Rose corsage can now be yours. It comes in a replica of a shotgun cartridge box, adding even more tongue-in-cheek appeal to this multi-use, avant-garde accessory. Check out www.citizen-citizen.com for more interesting and innovative ideas!

Price: $175.00
Who Found It: idabone was first to add the Ballistic Rose to the Hive.

Tags : unique , tobias wong , style , rose

Gizmos For Your Grape Fixation: Wine Gadgets!

Amber Fijolek on Mar 6, 2009 5:19 AM PST

It's been said that you're supposed to get five servings of fruits a day. So, that means wine counts, right? Well, wine-not? The world of wine is so big and high society's taken it to such a labyrinthine level it could boggle your brain. Wine enthusiasts have paved the way for both fellow winos and casual drinkers alike with some very inventive gadgets to help you enjoy your favorite fermented grape juices! In fact, fashion designers like Christian Audigier, Juan Carlos, and Roberto Cavalli have jumped on the wine band-wagon. While, yes, your favorite Ports are important, the point here is to accessorize! Mama always told you not to play with your food ... but technically wine's not a food. So let's play away with wine gadgets galore and see a taste of such trinkets in the slideshow!

Tags : wine , vino , taste , sauvignon blanc , rose

Hot In The Hive: Hanky Panky's Long Stem Lovin' Low Rise ...

Anna Yu on Jan 28, 2009 11:24 AM PST

If you're looking to drop Valentine's Day gift hints to your sweetie or maybe looking to get a gift for yourself, why don't you look into getting some quality lingerie? In these hard economic times, splurging on sexy lingerie might be one of the best pick-me-ups (especially if you're spending more time at home!). Arriving just in time for the most romantic day of the year, the people at Bare Necessities have come up with a special bouquet that will last much longer than a regular bouquet of roses. A bouquet of either a dozen or half dozen lace thongs are wrapped around each silk rose and packaged ever so cleverly in a flower delivery box. You can choose from all red or a mix of pinks and it even comes with a packet of lingerie wash to keep those undies good as new! Now the hard part is dropping those hints ever so subtly-- I suggest leaving the hive page open at all times.

Price: $130 - $250
Who Found It: stephe2424 was the first to add the Long Stem Lovin' Low Rise Thong Bouquet from Bare Necessities to the Hive.

Tags : valentine's gift , valentine's day , valentine , undies , rose

Hive Five: Today's Top 5 Stylehive Finds!

Sydel Sakuma on Jun 20, 2008 8:16 PM PDT

Today's five Hive finds are all about enhancing your life! A transparent lucite clutch by Kotur makes finding your lipgloss a cinch and you'll never miss a call because your whole bag will light up. A Room Service Home 'What To Do', 'Shopping', and 'Call' list helps you organize your life, plus you'll never forget that bag, I mean the "loaf of bread" you've been wanting. And go ahead, they say that 'gardening is good for the soul,' especially if you can sit at your office desk and do it. The MoMA Store's got a garden sitting in an eggshell that will add greenery to any room. The rose and birdcage chandelier also by Room Service Home is a perfect reminder to make everyday special, who needs a reason to gather the girls and have a good ol' tea party? Lastly, this cute little retro inspired dress with gold plaid pattern has been prescribed personally by Marc. And everyone knows Marc knows best! So click on the SLIDESHOW to see what can make your life easier, greener, prettier, and more fun!

Tags : what to do , rose , room home service , plaid

On The 5th Day Before Xmas I Hope My True Love Gets For Me: ...

jennifer jordan on Dec 20, 2007 6:49 AM PST

Show all your special someones just how special you think they are this year by getting them a truly unusual gift-- something no one else has! Give your husband a noble title (Count? Baron? How about Lord?), adopt a vine in the name of your favorite wine lover, and name a star after your best friend. These are just a few of the unique ideas we've run across in our search for the ultimate one of a kind holiday gift.

Check out our slideshow of our top 10 picks for distinctive and highly personal gifts that will show your loved ones just how unparalleled your affections for them really are! After all, isn't a personalized wine bottle waaay more classy than some 2 buck chuck?

Tags : vine , rose , adopt , name