Couture Central

Even celebs don’t splurge on everything, they buy beauty items from the same stores as the common person. Of course there are a few divas out there that splurge all the the time. Here is a list of favorite beauty items favored by Rosario Dawson, JoJo, Megan Fox, Liv Tyler, Brooke Shields, Halle Berry, Lauren Conrad, and Amanda Peet.

• Charles Worthington Moister Seal Hair Healer
• Tropez Moisturizing Lip Lush
• Hansen Nail Lacquer
• E.L.F. Mineral Eyeshadow
• N.Y.C. Cosmetics Liquid Liner
• C.O. Biglelow Mentha Lip Tint
• Foot Petals Heavenly Heelz
• Skin Milk Body Lotion

Everyone needs travel essentials, take advice from stars like Sarah Jessica Parker, Reese Witherspoon, Blake Lively, Audrina Patridge, and Nate Burkus; they never leave home without these items.

• Crabtree & Evelyn Citrus Towelettes
• Boots Mediterranean Wonderbalm(for hands, cuticles,lips, and elbows)
• Jasmine-scented Apothia Velvet Rope Roll On Pure Oil
• Josie Maran’s Finger Paints in Sweet (eyes, lips, and cheeks)
• Canyon Range Age Transforming Hydramist (skin hydrator)
• Tocca Travel Candle Set Minis
• La Mer Body Lotion
• Evian Face Mist

Who doesn’t like to shop for shoes? I think of shoes as accessories, you need each pair to match your outfit and your attitude. Here are the top six online shoe stores where I like to shop. You will find plenty of selection from the following sites, even at the hard to find shoe sizes such size 11.

Endless
Zappos
Aerosoles
Victoria’s Secret
Bakers Shoes
Nordstroms
6PM
DSW
Piperlime

Here are two classic, cute and chic champagne coolers. They are as much functional as they are elegant. The Dom Perignon II champagne cooler is available via Moss and is listed for $1000. If you want something more upscale and designer friendly take a look at the Globalight by Karim Rashid available from Veuve Clicquot. the Globalight is priced at just $4,500. This definitely beats having wine in a can.

Recently, Barack Obama claimed his Democratic Presidential nomination. Given all of the publicity celebs have been offering their opinion of Barack. Recently in US Weekly they collected quotes from some from Barack’s most famous supporters.

• “He’s an extraordinary guy, but I also think his consistency on the war vote is most important to me.” Ben Afflek
• I just think he’s the right one. He really, truly represents the face of America.” Kate Walsh
• “He’s incredibly inspiring and intelligent and has great visions for where he wants to take this country.” Amy Smart
• “Obama is awesome.” Pete Wentz

Los Angeles has a reputation for having great nightlife. Whether you just want to go to cafes, clubs, bars, or movies there are endless possibilities. Los Angeles Magazine published a great list with some of these possibilities that we will share.

• Club For People Over 40
  • Bordello
• Cowboy Bar
  • Cowboy Country
• Drag Show
  • The Plaza
• Foosball
  • ChaCha Lounge
• Lounge Act
  • Midnight Madness at the Rialto
• Midnight Movies
  • Midnight Madness at the Rialto
• Sea Chanty Sing-Along
  • The Whale and Ale
• Soccer Cafe
  • Euro Cafe
• Speakeasy
  • Bedlam
• Tango Club
  • Culver City Milonga
• Ultra Lounge
  • Stone Rose Lounge

If you’re the true fashion fanatic who wants everything top of the line, you must enter the world of “invitation only shopping”. There are three websites that offer members access to fashion from some of the world’s hottest designers at reduced prices. These websites are selling second rate designer fashions like many retailers. They are offering fashions that are fitting of the quality that many of Hollywood’s elite are wearing. I bet many of A-listers shop on these websites. These websites come highly recommended by fashion magazines such as InStyle Magazine. If anyone is interested in becoming a member, post a comment with your email address, and you will be personally invited to these sites

• Rue La La
• Gilt Groupe
• Haute Look

All of these sites sell men’s and women’s clothing and accessories, on occasion they are known to have some decor for the home.

Mother’s Day is coming up, its never too early to start thinking about the perfect gift.

For the Mother who loves top of the line cooking supplies & gourmet treats, shop at Williams-Sonoma. Even if your mother may think she has every gadget from the kitchen they will always have something new.

New mom’s could use some papering, considering taking her to a spa. Schedule a spa appointment at your local Four Seasons Hotel, perhaps you can dine at one of their award winning restaurants after the treatment.

For the “Material Mom”, spend a day at the mall with her. Treat her to something she’s been wanting that you know she would never buy for herself.

Gift cards make most people happy, I would recommend giving your mom a gift card to the local shopping mall, for Amazon, a day spa, Macy’s, Bloomingales, Barneys, or Tiffany’s. If you know her favorite store, I recommend taking her there and let her splurge.

Finally, Mother’s Day isn’t complete without giving her flowers from 1800Flowers or Edible Arrangements. If your mom doesn’t like flowers she is sure to love edible arrangements made from fresh fruit, you can even have the fruit dipped in chocolate!

Here’s a list of malls and shopping centers in the Los Angeles Area where you can definitely find something for every taste. Most shops in these malls have merchandise that’s reasonably priced. Look for another article on exclusive shops that are home to the celebs and the privileged.

• Hollywood and Highland
  6801 Hollywood Blvd.
  Los Angeles, CA 90028
• Melrose Avenue
  709 N La Brea Ave.
  West Hollywood, CA 90046
• Beverly Center
  8500 Beverly Blvd.
  Los Angeles, CA 90048
• The Grove
  6301 W 3rd St.
  Los Angeles, CA 90036
• La Placita
  845 N Alameda St.
  Los Angeles, CA 90012
• Third Street Promenade
  1351 3rd Street Promenade
  Santa Monica, CA 90401
• Rodeo Drive
  Wilshire Blvd & N Rodeo Dr.
  Beverly Hills, CA 90212

Singer Avril Lavigne has more on her mind than touring, married life, and baby on the way; she wants to be fashion mogul. She’s following in the footsteps of many celebs such as Mary Kate & Ashley, Jennifer Lopez, Justin Timberlake, P Diddy, and the list goes on! As a teen, this singer was once admired for being the rebel is starting to fit in more with the mainstream. Apparently Avril is designing a juniors line of clothing that will be sold exclusively at Kohl’s department stores. The singer has reported to Newsweek that she not only will take the role as the designer but she will approve clothing items by trying them on.