so chic!

No more excuses for laziness, (un)fortunately!

I really like this foldable gym mat by Philippe Starck for Alias that is easy to pack and use wherever I am, travels included. 

image via Philippe Starck

Paris rendez-vous

      

I mentioned Bourjois' vintage-style "Rendez-vous à Paris" collection of blushes before, but I have to say that these gorgeous boxes created by artist and illustrator Nathalie Lete, are the types of products that anyone would want in their make-up bag. Too cute to be true.
images via Bourjois and nathalie Lete

Falling in love (again!) with Paul & Joe's new cosmetics collections

Above, Paul and Joe Beauté's Disney collection (to wear while watching Burton's Alice in Wonderland) and 'Wild Flowers' Sparkles spring 2010 creation.

The packaging of this brand is always really excellent!

Because they're worth it!

 

Eco-conscious luxuries to protect the baby's skin: Baby Silk is an excellent line of skin products created by two board-certified pediatricians and moms, and The Laundress -mentioned before- also has a fabulous eco-chic line of specialty detergent and fabric care for the little ones.

In 2010... don't forget to sleep!

Read the Sleep Challenge 2010 and make the commitment to put an end to sleep deprivation. Nothing should stop you on your way to greatness.

image via Huffington Post

Aesop...

 image via Aesop

... which I mentioned earlier this week, is an Australian company that makes excellent products for the skin with safe and efficient plant-based ingredients. The vintage pharmacy look of their packaging is simply superb. I am definitely a fan!

What's in my winter beauty bag

                           

images via Caudalie, Smith's Rosebud Salve, Bliss Spa, Jo Malone, Dr. Hauschka, and Aesop.

Here are some beauty essentials that I highly recommend for winter: (Clockwise, from top left): Caudalie's toning lotion (made with grape-seed polyphenols), cult lip balm Rosebud Salve, Remède's best-seller Sweep scrub, Jo Malone's luxurious skin-softening body crème, Dr. Hauschka's fabulous Rose Day Cream, and finally - a favorite of mine-, Aesop's Fabulous face cleaner.

I can't wait to try this...

... Clarisonic cleansing system on my face. Plus, I like the new (smaller) Mia model which must be easier to pack. 

A few wise words (before the week-end)

 

 Marilyn Monroe - born Norma Jeane Mortenson, but baptized Norma Jeane Baker - was an American actress, singer, and model (Wikipedia).

Image from Chanel. Perfume: Chanel N°5 Eau Première.

Have a fabulous week-end!

Two great places for a manicure in Paris

 {Manucurist}

 {Carlota}

For a manicure or a pedicure in Paris, here are two hot places that Parisiennes go to: Manicurist, a colorful contemporary place where they use the latest treatments and essie nail polish; and Carlota which has established a solid reputation for many years now, and where you'll find the oriental hand scrub and other spa products by La Sultane de Saba.