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On Our Radar: Scoop Beach Collection to Debut

FabSugar — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 04:00:22 PST

Scoop NYC has created an exciting collection for ladies who love designer resort collections but would rather not spend a fortune.

Scoop Beach, set to launch in February, will not just be for vacation getaways. "This is not stuff to [simply] go to the beach in," said Stefani Greenfield, co-owner of the store. "We're going to have this in our stores all year long."

Fifteen Scoop NYC shops, as well as other department stores, will carry the collection, which includes a variety of dresses, woven tops, knitwear, pants, scarves, sandals, handbags, and more. If you don't live near a Scoop, an online store is coming soon. Items ranging from $55 to $445 aren't cheap, but they sure beat, say Prada's resort collection. I'll take that.

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Bellissima! Bobbi Brown Sandbar Soap

BellaSugar — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 07:00:35 PDT

Bobbi Brown has a fresh, outdoorsy line called Beach. It's a summer collection that includes body oil, body lotion, body scrub, bath fragrance and her most famous fragrance, which happens to also be called beach.

Yet I think one of the coolest, simplest and most innovative products that she has ever created is Sandbar Soap ($16).

This creamy bar soap has a luxurious lather, a crisp beachy scent and it contains tiny grains of sand that clean, refresh and exfoliate the body all at the same time. Keep in mind that it's on the market only in limited-edition quantities, so if you are interested, act fast and stock up while it's still hot outside!

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links

Rebecca M Gruber — Sat, 26 May 2012 04:26:41 PDT

These sweet Memorial Day treats may steal the show at your barbecue!
What to do with all that stuff baby outgrows.
These personalized baby gifts are perfect if you have any new babies in your life!
Planning a birthday party for your tot? Don't miss our favorite birthday party themes - ever!
Don't head to the beach this weekend without reading our guide to packing a beach bag for a toddler.
Are you on Instagram yet? If so, then join our first Instagram challenge and load a picture that demonstrates motherhood!
Tired of waiting for baby to arrive on her own? Try one of these tried and true methods for inducing labor on your own!
Hats off to the lil preschool graduate with these graduation ideas for tots.
Todd Oldham's beautiful collection of arts-and-crafts projects and supplies hit Target this week. See which are Todd's favorites.
We love Valentina Pinault's impeccable style and jet-setting ways!
Have a stack of used baby food jars sitting around? Try reusing them for more than just food!

Did We Mention We Love Crochet? Here Are 15 Reasons That You Should, Too

Brittney Stephens — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:05:17 PDT

Most people are on the fence about crochet; it either reminds you of the easy, bohemian sensibilities of hippie-cool style icons like Janis Joplin and Stevie Nicks, or it calls to mind your grandma and her mystifying obsession with doilies. Though it may have folksy connotations, crochet doesn't have to be a total blast from the past - we love how a knit dress or pair of shorts looks over a bikini for a day at the beach, and you can really never go wrong with an open-weave crocheted top either. You can also glean inspiration from the Spring 2012 runways of Rag & Bone, Jenny Packham, Valentino, and Rebecca Taylor, all of which incorporated an artful, grown-up version of crochet into their collections. Just click through to see 15 summery pieces that might just make you a crochet convert.

A Whole Lotta Lil in This Week's Links

Rebecca M Gruber — Sat, 19 May 2012 04:32:13 PDT

Planning to see What to Expect When You're Expecting this weekend? Check out how realistic it is first!
Are you as addicted to Pinterest as we are? Here are 10 pinners you should be following.
The latest trend in maternity dressing these days? Adding a belt just below the bustline!
Don't head to the beach for Memorial Day weekend without checking out the safest sunscreens for your tots.
Gwen Stefani just introduced her latest kids' collection for Target.
This wet and wild birthday party may be the ultimate Summer celebration.
Don't pull out your camera without checking out our favorite tips for photographing your kids.
We've done the research for you: here are the best flash sale sites for maternity and kids' things.
We're loving Drew Barrymore's loose and cool maternity style!
Did you hear? Jessica Simpson is introducing a maternity collection this Fall!

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Our Latest Obsession - Zimmermann's Surfer-Cool Tops

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:28:59 PDT

With Spring's sporty trend in high tow, we've become completely obsessed with Shopbop and Zimmermann's cool, and somewhat genius, capsule collection of rash guard tops. When it couldn't find any fashionable rash guards in sight, Shopbop enlisted Aussie swimwear brand Zimmermann to help create this amazing capsule collection, priced from $185 to $195, featuring pretty rose prints, bold colorblocking, and artsy mixed patterns. The tops are perfect for stylish surfers, but they can easily go from the beach to city, which we predict will be the likely case with most of us. We love the idea of pairing one with a black neoprene skirt and a sleek pair of platform sandals for a sport-chic Summer ensemble, or pair it with denim cutoffs and strappy flats for an effortless day at the park. On board? See and shop the collection in the slideshow now.

Make a Splash in Gap's Supercute Swim Collection

Chi Diem Chau — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:59:55 PDT

Just in time for weekend jaunts to the beach, Gap released its new swim collection filled with cute prints and colors to help you kick off the beginning of many sunny days to come. The line, now available in stores and online, features Spring's bold tropic prints trend, Parisian stripes, delicate eyelet details, and throwback prints in a bevy of silhouettes. "There are styles to suit everyone including vintage-inspired triangle tops and pushup balconets along with flirty skirted bottoms and fun, flattering one pieces," said Gap's vice president of GapBody design, Mireille Gindrey. "The collection is very playful with its black and white polka dot print and retro accents, but it’s also very wearable with features like removable pads and convertible straps." Start clicking to see and shop Gap's swim collection now.

Sneak Peek: Gwen Stefani's Summer Harajuku Mini Line for Target

Rebecca M Gruber — Tue, 15 May 2012 08:46:31 PDT

Gwen Stefani's making good on her plans to continue creating fun and kid-friendly designs for kids (at affordable prices). The designing mama is launching her Summer Harajuku Mini collection for Target today (all priced between $12 - $20), and the bright, island-inspired designs are pure Gwen. Girls pieces feature bright colors, ruffles, and Summer-clad characters, while the boys' designs are packed with tribal- and safari-themed prints. For the first time, Gwen is venturing into swimwear for tots, adding her trademark designs to one-piece swimsuits for girls and eclectic board shorts for boys, as well as beach bags, sunglasses, and beach towels for the perfect day by the water.

Which of the pieces are you most excited to scoop up for your kiddos? There's so much to choose from . . . share your faves with us!

Soludos For Opening Ceremony's Latest Collaboration Has Us Counting Down the Days 'Til Summer

Marisa Tom — Tue, 15 May 2012 08:00:05 PDT

With the latest (read: third) installment of Soludos for Opening Ceremony newly minted and shoppable, we've officially got surf, sun, and sand on our minds. This time around, the espadrille brand and cool-girl clothier have teamed up to create seven new exclusive styles, and lucky for us, the collaboration just so happens to put an edgy spin on the classic Summer sole by injecting out-of-the-box hues and textures into the mix. Think brilliant neon lemon stripe linens, neutral-toned raffia, and one supercool perforated leather pair. And while the $45 price point is sweet, we love that these shoes are warm weather versatile. From hitting the beach to running around the city, to lazy Sunday brunches, Soludos for Opening Ceremony gives us an easy solution to our laid-back Summer dressing quandaries. Click through to see the complete collection - and let us know which pair you'll be snagging in the comments.

Chanel's 2013 Cruise Collection Shows Off Summer-Ready Opulence

Marisa Tom — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:26:53 PDT

Leave it to Karl Lagerfeld to one-up himself with his latest Chanel 2012-2013 Cruise collection. With Versailles's legendary garden fountains on blast, pastel-bob-topped models, including Lindsey Wixson and Joan Smalls, showed off the designer's opulent Summer-ready wares this afternoon. Need a visual? Think Marie Antoinette goes to the beach meets Spring's softest, dustiest pinks, blues, and greens. Now, apply that pretty palette to rich brocade-infused one-piece swimsuits, floral-sleeve frocks, gold-embroidered denim vests, and sheer ruffled skirts, and you've got today's playful-cum-garden-party Cruise lineup in a nutshell. It's a collection that strikes a fun balance between Louis XVI-era costume design and a decidedly 21st century sensibility. Are you ready to see it up close? Click through to see some of the chicest Chanel Cruise '13 looks now.