The Clarisonic Plus Sonic Cleaning Sun Solutions Kit is just the thing for summer. After all, this coming season is the time of the year when glowing skin is absolutely essential. How else can you look fabulous in your skimpy bathing suits and airy dresses without a clear, bright face and a smooth body?

This new, limited edition set from Clarisonic (available at Sephora)has everything you need for a radiant glow. It’s a 10-piece kit, which consists of the Clarisonic Plus sonic device with three speeds, two sensitive brush heads – one for the face and one for the body, and a massive skincare arsenal from Clarisonic and other brands. There’s the Clarisonic Nourishing Care Cleanser, Clarisonic Gentle Hydro Cleanser, Clarisonic Refining Gel Cleanser, and Clarisonic Refining Skin Polish, plus Josie Maran Argan Daily Moisturizer, Henriksen Truth Serum Collagen Booster, and Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glow Pads. Clarisonic’s deep-cleaning sonic technology should help you get rid of blemishes and imperfections, while the other skincare products will do the rest – buff, soften, hydrate, smooth out, and invigorate. It’s a hefty kit with a hefty price tag, but with all second glances you’ll get at the beach, this set is definitely worth it.

[From Sephora]

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Kristen wore a long-sleeved Marchesa lace dress with an illusion bodice. She finished it with black Jimmy Choo pumps, and solid-looking rings Kara Ackerman Designs. The entire ensemble fitted Kristen’s rock-and-roll style, while going with the event theme at the same time.

Charlize on the other hand, chose a sleeveless Christian Dior gown. She wore black hot pants under the skirt, and a nude bodice under the sheer top. She topped the look off with striking Solange Azagury Partridge jewels strappy black sandals, and a black Dior clutch. This was very Charlize – sophisticated with a touch of edge.

Both ladies wore their hair up, though Kristen had a messy bun while Charlize opted for a polished side part. They were definitely dark and mysterious alongside their handsome co-star, Chris Hemsworth, who also stayed true to the motif with a black shirt inside a gray suit.

[Photos from PR Photos]

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Summer’s all about bright colors, but if you’re afraid that brilliantly hued pieces can make an outfit look too casual, fret no more. Here is one way to give your outfits color as well as a dash of sophistication at the same time. These Sole Society Hudson buckle strap platform wedges in Orange Brownie give you a pop of orange while adding lots of polish to your ensembles this upcoming season. The cork foot bed is lightweight and comfortable, making it ideal for hot weather. The brown straps and panels add a grown-up feel to these shoes, while the shiny orange front straps give it a dose of fun. These will add a ladylike component to your shorts and trouser ensembles, but will also tone down the seriousness of dressier pieces. There’s no doubt about it. A splash of orange always makes things interesting.

[From Sole Society]

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Despite recent rumors of a split, Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling are still going strong. The actor and actress were just photographed looking so together in New York City. They appeared so sweet, holding hands after grabbing coffee. Eva was her sexy self in a red sweater with black trousers and beige wedges, while Ryan was his typical movie star self also, in a blue shirt, gray jeans, and black boots.

This comes after reports that the couple has broken up. The news was fueled by Eva’s solo appearance at the recently concluded Met Gala. These pictures however, say otherwise. The two have actually been going strong since they started dating last September. Will Eva and Ryan stick it out? It sure seems like it.

[Photo from Pacific Coast News]

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Diane Kruger was truly the belle of the ball with her attention-grabbing Prada gown. The purple confection was so different from anything else on the red carpet. It had a casual top, and a stunning bottom lined with ostrich feathers. She made sure the focus was on her dress by using simple accessories – a long, gold necklace with purple jewels, and a little hot pink clutch.

Dianna Agron was resplendent in a green, belted gown by Carolina Herrera. It had an ethereal quality about it that suited her classically beautiful looks. Her hair was perfectly coifed in retro curls too, and her makeup was rosy and fresh. She was simply flawless that night.

January Jones made the color yellow futuristic and edgy with her Atelier Versace gown. It had a structured bodice, with a peplum waist and and metallic trimmings that made her look like a space cadet on her way to the prom. It was sexy and sleek. Props to January for mixing it up!

Jessica Biel proved that tea-length dresses also deserve some time in the spotlight. Her Prada dress was classy and sexy, with its low V neckline and jade embellishments. Her accessories – a light green clutch and pink shoes, and Lorraine Schwartz jewels – were spot on as her new bangs too.

Karolina Kurkova looked like she came straight out of a Paris couture runway. She wore an incredible, long-sleeved Rachel Zoe gown that had a train and low back and was studded with sequins. She had a matching turban on, plus a gold clutch that brought the entire ensemble together.

Nina Dobrev was sexy and more in a slinky Donna Karan gown. It black and gold and backless, with a voluminous train that was simply breathtaking.

Anna Wintour paid homage to the evening’s honorees, Prada and Schiaparelli, with her outfit. She wore a custom-made, white Prada gown, embellished with a gold lobster – in tribute to Schiaparelli’s lobster print dress.

Anna Wintour’s daughter, Bee Shaffer, didn’t let her mother down. She chose a stunning blue gown with a black and white design from Erdem.

Carey Mulligan was one of the evening’s hosts, and therefore wore Prada. She went for a gold and silver halter dress with scales all over topped with silver pumps. It looked like a mix of armor and robot metal that looked really good on the actress. It was an unusual choice that stole the spotlight.

[Photos from Pacific Coast News]

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Summer is slowly creeping up around the corner, but the stars are in edgy jackets in New York City, where it is still pretty cool. Kristen Stewart was just rocking out in the Big Apple, and now Gisele Bundchen is looking quite alternative, all covered up in NYC’s bustling streets. The supermodel was seen leaving the Carlyle Hotel in New York all covered up in a sporty, rocker chick ensemble. She had on a short black jacket with a gray shirt underneath, a black scarf, and dark skinny jeans. Her accessories were spot-on edgy as well. She toted what looked to be a black Balenciaga Motorcycle bag, and she wore black and white Isabel Marant Bekket high-top suede sneakers. It may be almost time for floral sun dresses, but Gisele proves that rock-and-roll never goes out of style.

[Photo from Pacific Coast News]

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Kristen Stewart was her usual rocker self when she was snapped in New York City yesterday. The camera-shy Twilight actress is rarely photographed while she’s out and about, but she seemed in high spirits when she was caught by the paparazzi. She was smiling in a chic, quilted black leather jacket with a pastel t-shirt underneath that she knotted up in the front. She also had on indigo skinny jeans folded up to reveal a geometric pair of black boots. Her hair was perfectly tousled too, and she had lots of attitude to boot.

The rocker chick look really suits Kristen. Her style has loads of personality and always has a bit of an edge to it. This look is so on point for her, mainly because she’s not the typical girly-girl.

[Photo from Pacific Coast News]

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Here’s a tip for looking hot this summer: prime your lips with a lip scrub! This season is fun and all, but the heat tends to dry lips up really fast. If you’re looking to have a summer fling, give Lush’s Sweet Lips Lip Scrub a spin. Lush sent us a sample to try, and we actually got addicted to it. Read on for our review.

The Lush Sweet Lips Lip Scrub comes in a little, but hefty glass jar. It’s larger than the average lip balm pot, and it’s packed with enough product to last you for a very long time. It lasts a year, and it may actually expire before you use it all up. That means you get what you pay for, and more.

Using it is a cinch. All you need to do is swipe a bit onto your finger and rub your lips with it. You need a little of it since it spreads easily. It has a grainy, sugary consistency from its main ingredient, castor sugar, which helps to gently exfoliate your lips. It also has vanilla extract and jojoba oil, which will keep your lips moist and supple. It’s best to scrub your lips with this before applying any lip product so that you get nice, smooth lip color.

The best thing about Sweet Lips is its taste! It’s absolutely delicious, since it contains cocoa absolute, along with vanilla extract and castor sugar. The flavor is pretty unique – a blend of chocolate, vanilla, and sugar. Lush says it tastes like chocolate chip cookies, but we’ve never tasted anything like it before. The taste can be considered as a con too – it can get so addictive that you will feel tempted to eat it right out of the jar! It tastes absolutely yummy as well, which makes you crave for it even more.

This scrub will work wonders, whether your lips are extremely dry, or you’re simply getting ready for a great time at a summer shindig. You get lovely, soft and smooth lips with it, and you get a nice hit of energizing sugar for your sweet tooth at the same time.

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Anna Dello Russo, one of today’s larger than life fashion icons, is teaming up with H&M to design an accessories line. The Vogue Japan Editor at Large and creative consultant is coming out with a collection of accessories for the retailer that are as over-the-top as she is. The pieces have ornate details and are mostly set in gold plate with blue and orange accents. There are jewelry, bags, shoes, and even sunglasses. It’s a glamorous and elegant collection, but with H&M’s trademark affordability.

Golden and glam

“I am excited by this collaboration: this is the first time H&M involves a Fashion Director in a special project. This is the sign of an important evolution in fashion, and I am both thrilled and humbled to be the one chosen to lead it. I wanted to create precious accessories that are impossible to find. As a stylist I know accessorization is essential: it is the personal touch to any outfit. With these pieces everybody can have fun, turning an ordinary day into a fantastic fashion day”, Anna stated.

H&M’s Creative Advisor, Margareta van den Bosch, in turn had this to say: “It’s been extremely exciting to involve Anna Dello Russo in this project, something completely different from what we have done before. Anna has a fantastic eye and a strong taste, apart from being a veritable fashion icon. She produced an extravagant range of accessories that will get H&M customers and everyone in love with fashion excited. The collection is a celebration of excess, fantasy and decoration.”

With Margareta van den Bosch

Anna Dello Russo for H&M will be in 140 H&M stores worldwide and online by October 4 – right the start of fashion week season. Make sure you don’t miss it – with Anna’s sartorial caliber and H&M’s retail popularity, this line will be selling like hotcakes.

[From H&M]

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When the heat is on, vivid colors are the key to standing out. Designer Thakoon certainly had that in mind when he created his nail polish collection for NARS. Inspired by the vibrancy of the Indian spice market, he took cues from his Spring 2012 collection to come up with six incredibly hot shades. Anardana is a deep, brilliant Azalea pink. Ratin Jot is a subdued, but still energetic Orchid purple. Amchoor is an intense yellow, while Kutki is a delicate, yet luminous powder blue. Koliary is an exotic cyan blue, and Lal Mirchi is a flamboyant mandarin red.

The Thakoon for Nars collection will only serve to brighten up your lively summer ensembles even more. Use one color for a look that’s sophisticated and fun, or put different shades on different fingers for all-out, wild summer color. These gorgeous lacquers will certainly prime your digits with splashes of attention-grabbing hues so others can grab your digits too.

[From NARS]

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