Stylehive Editors' Holiday Wishlists: xgalexy
by Alex Gambardella
Dec 15, 2009 7:18 AM PST
When it comes to composing the ultimate wishlist, my motto is: give me everything I want and nothing I need! I mean, I have no problem shopping for fashion necessities, so this is my opportunity to dream big. Of course, I realize Santa isn't rollin' in dough (or is he?) and I don't think the elves know how to assemble my favorite CoIe Haan handbag, so I tried to keep a balance of sensible and fantastical. I've got something for both my gamer and my girlie sides, and everything from the perfect party dress to a practical trench coat (with a not-so-practical price tag). View the slideshow for my 10 picks, including one particular "surprise" that I guess I'll have to wait until February to unwrap (*wink, wink*)... and don't forget to check back this week for more editor wishlists!
The Hottest Lotions And Bronzers For Soaking Up The Sun (Or Just Looking Like You Did!)
by Alex Gambardella
May 19, 2009 10:23 AM PDT
I don't know about you, but as unhealthy as the sun's harmful rays are, I have a hard time staying out of the sun on those blessed days when it actually decides to come out of hiding and make an appearance. After all, who can resist a fresh sun-kissed glow (when it doesn't start out as a gnarly burn, that is)? Luckily for us sun-hungry bathing beauties, plenty of our favorite top-of-the-line cosmetics lines have hopped onto the bronzing bandwagon and offer loads of options when it comes to getting that summer-worthy warm color sun-free, faking it on a day-to-day basis with natural-looking bronzer or shimmery body makeup, and sunscreen and after-sun lotion for safer outdoor basking. From Lindsay Lohan's anticipated new self-tanner Sevin Nyne to a Tarte bronzing stick made just for channeling those sun-toned summer legs, sun-free is always safer, but you can still be smart and play it safe while in the sun without having to stay winter-ashy all summer long! Check out the slideshow for the full collection of our favorite sunny and sunless products of the season!
