After years of being mocked, cat ladies may have the last laugh — at least when it comes to the beauty world. Cutesy kitties popped up on Miu Miu's spring 2010 runway, and now they're heading to your makeup bag. Paul & Joe have limited-edition cat-head lipsticks, while MAC's newest collection is inspired by Burmese and Russian Blue cats. Then again, Stila's always had a hit with Kitten, its shimmery pink cult-fave eye shadow. Feeling feline? Click the photos to check out some of the catty offerings.

There are many different inspirations for nail polish names. China Glaze's classic, For Audrey, for instance, is a tribute to Audrey Hepburn. And then there's the newly announced Mad Men line, inspired by the TV show. There are even loads of polishes named after cities. Recently, OPI launched its Swiss Collection, a tribute to the fine country of Switzerland, that includes a rich ruby hue dubbed From A to Z-Urich ($7). And there are plenty more where that came from. Find out more about these city-inspired polishes above when you read more.

If you're looking for a trendy shade with great wear on the cheap, you've come to the right place. Each of the polishes above is a standout deal in its own right:
Mood Stuck Color Changing Nail Polish in Turquoise ($5) is a cool special-effects polish in the season's most popular shade, Bourjois Nail Varnish False Nail Effect ($4) is a high-quality classic creme red, Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Nail Color in Brisk Blue ($5) is the fastest drying one-coat polish we've seen lately, Charlotte Russe Metallic Nail Polish in Pewter ($3) is a super-trendy gunmetal that looks a lot more expensive than it is, and Maybelline Express Finish Nail Polish in Grape Times ($4) is the perfect transitional color. And they'll all have you covered for under a fiver — just click on the images to check them out.

A wise man once told me that he didn't believe in the walk of shame, because there's nothing for which to be ashamed. And while I agree with his sentiments, sometimes there's no avoiding feeling a little less than put-together after a fun night out. Since "unshowered and stale" isn't the kind of Facebook status update you probably want to have, I've put together a clever kit of products, all in sizes small enough to stay inconspicuous without cluttering up your purse. To find out more about these goods, just wave your cursor over each one.

Estelle's new video for "Falling in Love" has her hanging out with Nas and John Legend while rocking some of the sweetest purple lipstick we've seen in a long time. Like last year's black lipstick trend, purple is extremely striking, but unlike its darker counterpart, it can look cool and edgy without being severe. It's also a neutral shade, so it works on lots of different skin tones. Depending on how bold you want to get with it, you can wear anything from a tinted balm to a creamy aubergine lipstick. Above are three of our purple picks.

If you have a vanity or even a dresser that's looking a little blah, here are a few fun ways you can spruce it up a bit. A decorative mirror, vintage-inspired brush or atomizer, or cute powder puff will class up your joint, while a fanciful tray makes a great home for your beauty goods. (On a tight budget? Hit a flea market for one-of-a-kind finds.) Earlier, most of you said you get ready in the bathroom in the morning, but do these embellished goods have you changing your mind?