Fashion: Sweet Spring

The color palette for spring is so light and refreshing. It's hard not to love the girly undertones and darling accessories.

Gossip: Kate Moss, Ring in London

While out running errands in London yesterday, some bling could be seen on Kate Moss's ring finger. Regardless of the on-again off-again relationship over the last two and a half years, engagement rumors are consistently popping up about Kate and Jamie Hince.

Entertainment: What to TiVo Friday

• ABC is new with Wife Swap and 20/20
• CBS is new with The Ghost Whisperer, Medium, and Miami Medical
• FOX has repeats of House
• NBC is new with Who Do You Think You Are? and Dateline NBC
• The CW is new with Smallville and has a repeat of America's Next Top Model
• MTV has repeats of South Park and The Challenge: Fresh Meat II, and hasJeepers Creepers
• TLC is new with Say Yes to the Dress and Four Weddings
• VH1 has Boyz N the Hood and a repeat of Brandy & Ray J: A Family Business
• Late-night highlights include Mickey Rourke on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno on NBC; David Beckham and The Hold Steady on The Late Show With David Letterman on CBS; Jenna Elfman, Kate Gosselin, and Devo on a repeat ofJimmy Kimmel Live on ABC; Lauren Graham on The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on CBS; and Colin Quinn and the JabbaWockeeZ on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon

Fashion: Different Size Cup Bras

It's the hardest thing for most women to admit, but most of us have the same problem: one boob may be a little bigger than the other. Finding a bra to fit that problem perfect is no longer an issue. Fruit of the Loom Perfect Pair Bra ($5 per cup) has addressed the issue with their idea to mix and match cups to get the perfect fit. Choose two cups out of the variety of colors, connect them in the front, and hook them in the back, then go, go, go!

Entertainment: What to TiVo Thursday

• FOX is new with Bones and Fringe
• NBC is new with Community, Parks and Recreation, The Office, 30 Rock, andThe Marriage Ref
• CBS is new with Survivor: Heroes vs. Villains, CSI, and The Mentalist
• ABC is new with FlashForward, Grey's Anatomy, and Private Practice
• The CW is new with The Vampire Diaries and Supernatural
• Bravo is new with Real Housewives of New York
• MTV has repeats of South Park, MTV Ultimate Parkour Challenge, andJackass
• VH1 has repeats and a new episode of Sober House With Dr. Drew
• Late-night highlights include Arnold Schwarzenegger on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on NBC; Gwyneth Paltrow on The Late Show With David Lettermanon CBS; Courtney Love on Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC; Tom Selleck on The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on CBS; and Ed Burns, Jackie Earle Haley, and Paramore on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon on NBC

Pets: Does your White Dog Have a Red Yeast Infection?

Before you think your white, or light colored, furry friend is a dirty doggy consider the possibility of him (or her) having a red yeast infection. Red yeast infections are a common ailment in white and light-colored dogs. The bacteria, Ptyrosporin, A.K.A. red yeast, thrives in moist, damp fur, and causes reddish or brownish stains around the inside corners of a dogs eyes. And because it thrives in wet spots, a pup's excessive tearing makes it worse. Then, when the dog licks their paws, it can infect that area. Even though antibiotics are unnecessary, keep an eye on it if you notice it on your furry one.

Tech Talk: iPad Stand

With the new BookArc iPad Stand ($40), you can view your iPad vertically, or in landscape mode, even with an iPad cover on, and it leaves plenty of room to hook your iPad up to a component AV cable so you can view your movies and slide shows on your TV. Plus, for a limited time TwelveSouth (the maker) is providing free shipping for a limited time.

Food: Oden

Oden is a popular Japanese soup, often accompanied by a dipping sauce and enjoyed with sake. Although ingredients vary by region and household, the cold weather dish often calls for tofu, carrots, daikon, fish cakes, potatoes, and eggs to be simmered in a stock made with sake, sugar, and soy sauce.

Children: Helmet Covers

Just because bike helmets are mandatory, does NOT mean they have to look institutional any more. Any mom that has had to argue with their child over the safety gear no longer needs to worry, thanks to Tail Wags ($40). The new helmet covers increases a little one's visibility, both on and off the road. The nylon, fleece, and lycra covers slip right over standard-sized helmets and have a back slit for if the helmet's goggle clips. From fairy princess to scary monster, the designs also come in adult sizes to make sure mom and dad stand out while riding too.

Health: Multitasking, Shoulder and Calf, Plank to Pike

You can save time when you exercise by doing strength training exercises that work out more than one part of your body at a time. So, here's one to add to your routine; it may look easy, but it will have your shoulders and calves burning in no time:

1. Come into plank position with straight arms and legs, holding a dumbbell in each hand on the floor. If you don't have any dumbbells you can place the palms of your hands on the floor or on two yoga blocks.
2. Keeping your abs engaged, slowly tiptoe your feet as close to your hands as possible, with straight legs. Keep your heels lifted the entire time. Then, moving with control, tiptoe your feet back to plank position. Don't rush your movements.
3. This counts as one rep. Complete three sets of ten reps.

Home Decor: Anniversary Sale at Henry Road

Henry Road is celebrating it's anniversary, and Mother's Day, by having a 40% off everything in the shop sale! The sale lasts until Sunday, so in order to snag the savings, all you have to do is enter the code SPRING at check out. Items are selling out fast, so hurry!

Entertainment: What to TiVo Wednesday

I'd like to start a new type of entry in the blog, where I list all the great stuff coming on tonight...I'm going to TRY to make it a daily thing.

• ABC is new with The Middle, Modern Family, and Cougar Town, as well as the season premiere of Happy Town.
• CBS has repeats of The New Adventures of Old Christine, Two and a Half Men, Criminal Minds, and CSI: NY.
• FOX has a repeat of Lie to Me and is new with American Idol.
• NBC has a repeat of Minute to Win It, and is new with Mercy and Law & Order: SVU.
• The CW is new with America's Next Top Model, Fly Girls, and High Society.
• BRAVO has Top Chef Masters.
• Comedy Central is new with South Park, Ugly Americans, and The Colbert Report.
• MTV has repeats of The City and The Hills, and is new with The Challenge: Fresh Meat II.
• USA is new with In Plain Sight.
• VH1 has repeats of 40 Naughtiest Celebrity Scandals, Basketball Wives, What Chili Wants, and Tough Love: Couples.

Late night highlights include Robert Downey Jr. and OK Go on The Late Show with David Letterman on CBS; Julie Bowen on Jimmy Kimmel Live on ABC; Lisa Kudrow on The Late Show with Craig Furgoson on CBS; and Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon on NBC.

Entertainment: True Blood Season 3

The poster speaks for it's self.

Celebrity Beauty: Scarlet's Messy Bun

At Iron Man 2's premiere, Scarlet Johansson had a romantic, messy bun. Here's how you can get her same beautifully fresh, unfussy updo for your next big event.

• Apply a mattifying powder, like Stila Hair Refresher ($28), to dry hair to tone down the shine. This will also provide a base for your curls so they are easier to form.
• For slightly unkempt curls, twist the hair first before using the curling iron. Or, for a similar effect, alternate which way you turn the iron for each strand. (Obviously, if you already have curly hair, you can just skip this step.)
• Break up the curls with your fingers, and liberally spray them with hair spray. Lightly tease the strands, all over, focusing on the hair line to create lift.
• Gather the hair in the back into a loose, low-slung ponytail. Secure with an elastic. Create a bun by wrapping the hair around the ponytail, and pinning it to secure it.
• For the finishing touches, use the end of a rattail comb to loosen up the style. Spray once more to accentuate the slightly disheveled appearance of the style.

Celebrity Style: Gwyneth Paltrow

At the Hollywood premiere of Iron Man 2 Gwyneth Paltrow rocked a white short suit by Giorgio Armani, as well as a pair of black peep-toe booties, and a black clutch to make the sleek, chic outfit a little edgier, while diamond star Chopard earrings gave her some sparkle. Mimic this look for your next dinner date, and all eyes will be on you.

Gossip: Matt and Luciana Damon Expecting Again

Matt Damon's wife, Luciana is pregnant again. Their newest addition will join three older sisters, Alexia (11), Isabella (3), Gia (almost 2). Recently, they kept Luciana's growing baby bump under wraps at the American Cinematheque Award Ceremony, last month. Best wishes to Matt, Luciana, and their kids!

Beauty: Natural Nail Polish Remover

Nail polish removers stink from chemicals that, let's face it, are neither earth- or body-friendly. They're filled with harsh, drying ingredients like acetone, toulene, and DBP. Lucky for us though, A Beautiful Life (a Philly-based skin and make-up boutique), has a naturally-based Soy Polish Remover ($20).

The remover is formulated with citrus extracts and essential oils, and although the remover smells powerful in the bottle and mellows out into a nice grapefruit scent when it hits your fingers.

The remover has been tested against both, the brand's non-toxic soy-based Nail Lacquer in Rockstar ($12) (a subtle shimmery purple), and the not-so-natural offering from Milani called Purple Outline ($4).

The results are that, even though you have to let it set a little bit longer than a traditional formulation, you're left with a squeaky clean nail, once the pigments loosen. Also, instead of wiping the polish away, you have to wiggle it away with a little more pressure. However, you don't need any more product, than you normally would need. Plus, the polish lifts right off onto the cotton pad, and doesn't redistribute itself in a thin, watered-down layer around your nails and surrounding skin. So even though it's a little pricier, it's worth every penny.

Fashion: DIY Off-Shoulder Tops

The 80's fashion has been slowly coming back into style for a couple of years now, and this fashion season the off-shoulder top has been dug out of the box in the attic. Of course, you don't need to go buy one, when you can easily DIY one yourself.

What you'll need:

• old T-Shirt
• chalk or washable markers
• scissors

What to do:

1. Make a dotted line below the color of the shirt...you want the collar to be wide enough to fall off your shoulders, but not so wide that it falls off of you altogether.
2. Cut along the dotted line. Tadaaaa! Your finished. Unless you want to hem the new collar, which is unnecessary, but you can still do it if you want to.

Gossip: Iron Man 2 Premiere

Leading ladies of Iron Man 2, Gwyneth Paltrow and Scarlet Johansson, were both in similar hues for last night's world premiere of the movie. Each looked stunning in shades of gray for a photo call, the first in a series of week-long events that were moved from London to L.A. last week. Gwyneth was all legs in her shorts tuxedo when Robert Downey Jr. planted a kiss right on her cheek. Scarlet also looked fabulous, and brightened up the evening without her super hot hubby, Ryan Reynolds.

Of course, Robert Downey Jr. had his real life wife, Susan, by his side for most of the picture posing. Mickey Rourke displayed his usual quirky fashion sense. Don Cheadle went his own way as well, and Adrian Brody was just along for fun. Director Jon Favreau got ready to show off his sequel, as fans are already excited about number 3. The first Iron Man was a critical and box office success, and everyone's hoping the sequel will live up to the same standards.

Children: Summer Kid-Flicks

1. Ramona and Beezus (July 23rd)
2. Despicable Me (July 11th)
3. Shrek Forever After (May 21st)
4. The Sorcerer's Apprentice (July 9th)
5. The Last Airbender (July 2nd)
6. The Karate Kid (June 11th)
7. Marmaduke (June 4th)
8. Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang (August 20th)
9. Toy Story 3 (June 18th)
10. Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (July 30th)

Food: 5 Healthy Snacks to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth

1. A fruit smoothie
2. Breakfast cereal (like frosted flakes)
3. Fruit yogurt
4. Toasted peanut butter sandwich
5. Baked apples with walnuts

Home Decor: Stashing Magazines

Do you have a few issues of Glamour or Cosmo that you can't bare to part with, but don't have any where to stash them so they won't be in the way? Well, now you can. This piece of furniture not only is a nifty magazine rack, but doubles as a drink holder. It's the Madra Magazine Rack ($60).

Entertainment: 10 Single Ladies

Here they are, the favorite Movie Single Ladies.

1. Mary, There's Something About Mary, she's fun, athletic, smart, charming, and totally oblivious to her effect on men.
2. Holly, P.S. I Love You, she wasn't single by choice, but I love how she works through her grief and finds herself again.
3. Bridget, Bridget Jones' Diary 1 & 2, she's a mess, but who hasn't felt that way at some point?
4. Gwen, 28 Days, She let go of an unhealthy relationship for her own good.
5. Polly, Along Came Polly, She was also a mess, but, once again, who hasn't had a time in their life were they were a little like her?
6. Erica, Something's Gotta Give, brilliant, independent, and turned heartbreak into success.
7. Frances, Under the Tuscan Sun, she starts an entirely new life for herself, and redefines love and what she sees as family.
8. Iris, The Holiday, she isn't just looking for love.
9. Tiana, The Princess & The Frog, she's hard-working and goal-oriented, and doesn't give up on her dreams of the perfect man.
10. Sara Brown, Guys and Dolls, the little missionary is afraid of falling for someone who isn't what she thinks her perfect man should be, but in the end realizes that Sky Masterson is everything she knew he'd be.

Beauty: Color Concealer

Now is the time to stop being confused about the multitude of color concealers. It's really all about balance, you just have to figure out a balance by using the color wheel.

GREEN

Green is the opposite of red on the color wheel, and therefore will neutralize any redness from acne, rosacea, birthmarks, scars, and more. Does it actually work? Yes. Can you use it without looking like the Wicked Witch of the West? Yes. Here's How:

Less is more: Apply it ONLY where needed. Don't forget to blend well either, and layer with skin-toned foundation or concealor.

Color match: Color intensity and tone can make a big difference in what happens when you use green concealer. If you can't seem to find the perfect match customize it by mixing it with foundation and blend it until you have the perfect tone. You'll know you got it when it blends seamlessly into your skin.

Ask again: Ask yourself if you really need green color corrector. Chances are, that unless you have a truly rosy skin-tone, or have a condition that make the red REALLY stand out, you won't need any green.

Yellow

Remember, yellow is very warming, and brightening!

Glowing: Yellow powder (or primer) can add warmth to your complexion, create a lightening effect, and help to erase signs of fatigue.

Red be-gone: Yellow helps balance and soften pink tones in the skin. Yellow color-concealer is also good for neutralizing pinkness in blemishes and fading out under eye circles. Yellow can also create a clean slate for you to apply eye make up when blended onto the eyelids.

Pink

The opposite of pink is a bluish-green.

Orange undertones: When dealing with darker spots (like under the eyes) you have to use pinks that have warmth to them. So you want to look for pink color concealers with orange undertones, like salmon, which is more inconspicuous when dealing with bluer areas of the skin.

Blend, blend, blend: Apply your foundation over the concealer and blend extremely well to get a natural look.

Brighten: A light hued pink will counteract sallow, dull skin, as well as highlight, brighten, and refreshen when used on the inside and outside corners of the eyes.

Orange

This is perfect for balancing out unwanted cool tones in the skin.

Under eye circles: Orange helps to counteract the deep bluish hues underneath eyes.

Spot on: Try an orange hued primer or corrector for covering freckles, age spots, and hyper-pigmentation.

Ashes away: For medium to dark skin tones use a caramel or peachy-toned primer.

Say no to carrots: If orange is too overwhelming for your skin tone, look for mellow shades like apricot, tangerine, peach, and salmon.

Other uses: By mixing orange concealer with regular concealer you can temporarily fade away blue-green veins that are visible through the skin, as well as some tattoos.

Blue and Purple

Hues of purple help balance out yellow-toned blemishes on most skin tones. If you have darker skin, blue can help neutralize under eye darkness, and it can take out some of the orange-y-ness caused by self-tanners.

It's Easy Bein' Green	They Were All Yellow	Pretty in Pink
Orange You Glad?	Feelin' Blue (and Purple)

Gossip: Reese and Jim

After going to the salon on Friday, Reese Witherspoon kept her locks hidden underneath a hat when she went to lunch with boyfriend, Jim Toth. The two have been spending a bunch of weekends together, including the celebration of Jennifer Garner's birthday.

Geek Tip: 8 Ways to be Earth Friendly

1. Look out for 3D Waste. Make sure you give 3D glasses back to the theater, or, if you can, keep them for future use.
2. Shop locally. Shipping your gadgets and gizmos (and fashion) across the country (and globe) result in a lot of pollution from planes and trains.
3. Recycle or reuse ink cartridges. If you can't make a ink cartridge lamp (picture below) then recycle it.
4. Green your mobile. The new LG Remarq and Puma Phone are efficient, easy to use, and totally green.
5. Recycle your old mobile phones. Once you get a new eco-friendly phone, recycle your old one.
6. Keep your garden glowing after dark. Solar-powered garden lights are a great way to light up your summer garden parties after dark, and since there's no extension cords, there's no extreme electric bill to pay.
7. Unplug your power vampires. Although it may seem like a hassle, by unplugging the TV, computer, and other electricity eaters, you can save energy.
8. Get excited about green tech. There are eco-friendly tech products out there, go find them, and get excited about them.

Food: A Frappuchino For Vegans

According to Starbucks employees, a newly available Frap is the result of a reformulation of the drink. It's now blended with coffee, proprietary syrup, ice, and soy milk. The drink has only been soft launched, and therefore is not officially on the menu yet. The beverage will reportedly become official May 4.

Health: Stretching Before Exercising

Remember in gym class when the coach would make you stretch before we started whatever we had to do that day? Do you still stretch before you exercise because of that? Well, stop! A recent study has found that stretching before exercising is actually bad. Stretching a cold muscle actually makes it more likely to tear, and is less effective. It may also make the muscles contract and become shorter, the exact opposite of what you want.

Skip the static stretching before you exercise. Instead, try an active warm up before the exercise routine, regardless of whether it's cardio or weight training. An active warm up will prime the muscles and joints for movement, and it's easy to do, even a small jog or brisk walk will work as a warm up.

Home Decor: Imperfection Art

Do you normally hide wall imperfections with pictures and paintings? Not anymore! Turn the imperfections into art. The TakeBrake Wall Decal ($6) set contains little leaves, birds, and butterflies so that you can transform the crack in your wall into a little nature scene. I think this is a clever little solution (depending on what's already in the room, of course).

Entertainment: Summer Blockbuster Breakdown, Part 2

Time for the second half of what's in theater's this summer:

• Inception; Who's in it? Leonardo DiCaprio, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ellen Page, Marion Cotillard. When does it open? July 16.
• The Sorcerer's Apprentice; Who's in it? Nicolas Cage, Jay Baruchel, Teresa Palmer. When does it open? July 16
• Salt; Who's in it? Angelina Jolie, Liev Schreiber. When does it open? July 23.
• Dinner for Schmucks; Who's in it? Steve Carrell, Paul Rudd, Zach Galifianakis. When does it open? July 23
• The Adjustment Bureau; Who's in it? Matt Damon, Emily Blunt. When does it open? July 30.
• The Other Guys; Who's in it? Mark Wahlberg, Eva Mendes, Will Ferrell, Samuel L. Jackson. When does it open? August 6.
• Eat, Pray, Love; Who's in it? Julia Roberts, James Franco, Javier Bardem. When does it open? August 13.
• The Expendables; Who's in it? Sylvester Stalone, Bruce Willis, Arnold Scwarzenegger, Mickey Rourke, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Steve Austin. When does it open? August 13.
• Scott Pilgrim vs. the World; Who's in it? Michael Cera, Brandon Routh, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Anna Kendrick. When does it open? August 13.
• The Switch; Who's in it? Jennifer Anniston, Jason Bateman, Juliette Lewis. When does it open? August 20.

Fashion: Smitten NYC

This fashion line has affordable clothes that are completely unique and totally wearable. The name is inspired by 40's romance comic books, and so there's a vintage feel in all of the pieces, but modernness reigns. Designer, Michael Simon's, latest selection includes shredded sleeve sweaters, fringe tops, draped dresses, beaded vests, and more. Go get smitten with Smitten!

Entertainment: Single Ladies

In honor of The Back-Up Plan (not Beyonce) I will be putting together a list of Favorite Single Ladies from Movies.

Pets: Travel Dog Bowls

Cleverly disguised as a clutch, this bag by Juicy Couture is actually a travel dog bowl. The Juicy Clutch Dog Travel Bowl ($35) folds open to make a dog food bowl for your furry friend.

Geek Tip: 5 Sites To Go To For Creating Your Wedding Website

1. eWedding.com -- It's easy to customize to your wedding theme, colors, and location, and is easy to fill in important details.
2. TheKnot.com -- You can have a free site or a premium one, and since you need an account to view most of their content anyways, it's no problem. They also allow photos, links to your registry, and more.
3. WeddingChannel.com -- You get your own URL, multiple photo uploads, 100 color and design variations, and links to your registry.
4. Brides.com -- You can add photos, a blog, registries, online RSVP's, and more.
5. onSugar.com -- Add photos, polls, blogs, and of course, customize it.

Food: Popcorn

Loved popcorn when you were a kid, but now your older, and want a more gourmet popcorn without the price? Here's how to do it yourself, sweet and savory:

• Savory: toss the popcorn in southwestern spices.
• Sweet: drizzle the popcorn in caramel to make delicious caramel coated popcorn clusters.

Of course, I'll be sticking with my concoction of movie-theater only, mixed with milk duds popcorn.

Mom: Today's Hot Mom Hair is Long

The trend of new mama's chopping their hair off after delivery is over. Here's how you can be a hot mama, and keep your gorgeous locks.

• Braids: Side-swept braids keep mama's hair stylish, controlled, and out of the way when she's out with her kids.
• Ponytails: The ponytail can be worked in variety of ways. High, low, tight, or loose. A stacked ponytail looks pretty and chic, and a loose, messy one adds hipster, glam to mom.
• Buns: You don't have to look like you just left ballet class to wear a bun. Wearing one (considerably) lower can make mama look quirky, and not overdone.
• Headbands: Headbands can hide so much, especially the wisps of uncontrollable hair that comes from postpartum hair loss. Plus, theirs countless styles and colors.

Health: Healthy Hips

Mike Boyle said, "The key to hip mobility is to get the right muscles moving the hip joint, and to decrease the movement of the lumbar spine as a substitute for hip movement." In other words, to keep back pain away, you have to tackle the issues, right at the hip.

Here's a test to see how you're doing with hip mobility:

• You should be able to bend forward with a flat back while on two feet, and even more importantly, on one foot.
• From standing, you should be able to pull your knee straight up until your thigh is parallel to the ground, with your foot dorsiflexed (pulling your toes to your shin) and lined up directly below the knee. Do this for 10 seconds (unsupported) with your hands at your sides.
• Make sure you can side-step with a band or onto a box, emphasizing eccentric control (lowering yourself down off the box or returning the trailing leg with the mini band.)

Going Green: Reusing Plastic Bags

Washing and reusing plastic bags will easily make your kitchen greener. Washing them with hot water and soap is easy, drying them is the harder part. You can spend 20 bucks on a Countertop Bag Dryer, or you can hang them for free in a simple DIY project.

Just take a string, rope, bungee cord, or some other type of ropish material and string it above your sink (if that's where you want it) so that the water has somewhere to drip. Then round up some clothes pins, and hang your newly washed bags.

Entertainment: 5 Reasons Sex and the City 2 Will Be Better Than The First

1. There will be sex. It's been promised that a newly single Samantha will get way more sex than last time.
2. Carrie will be happy. Much of the first movie was in bummerville after Carrie was left at the alter by Big, but now she's happily married, and if things go south with him, then her trip with the girls will hopefully be better than the "somebody died" trip to Mexico.
3. It'll be funnier. There will be camels, need I say more?
4. Less of a focus on labels. The recession is supposed to play a part in the sequel, so hopefully the girls won't be as materialistic, and it won't be another two hour ad for "Bag, Borrow, or Steal."
5. The gang won't be kept apart. Samantha's back in the NYC! And no offense to Jennifer Hudson, but it's the original four every one wants to see.

Culture: Perv

This sign in a NYC transit says it all:

Beauty: Cosmetic Counter Hygiene

Dr. Elizabeth Brooks of Jefferson Medical College has conducted an extensive study on make up testers. Her research revealed that staph, Strep, and even E. coli bacteria on make up testers, and on high-traffic mall days (like a Saturday), the percentage of contamination is 100%. But even though Dr. Brooks has tested hundreds of make-up counters and seen the worst of it, she's not afraid of the make up samples. She knows how to handle them, and you can too with these tips:

• Don't dip -- Whenever possible, use sample products that don't require finger dipping. Squeeze bottles of creams and glosses are a safer alternative.
• Forgo communal tools -- Opt for disposable applicators instead of shared ones.
• Wipe it clean -- Remove the top layer and wipe it with alcohol. NEVER use sample make up that you can't remove the top layer of.
• Be mindful of where you apply -- Avoid any products that must be applied directly to the eyes, nose, or mouth, especially mascara.
• Be your own healthy advocate -- If you don't see rubbing alcohol or disposable applicators, ask for them. Just because you don't see them, doesn't mean they're not there.

Fashion: Nina Ricci Leather Lace Bag

Peter Copping (creative director for Nina Ricci) has dreamed up a darkly romantic new bag line. It's a limited-edition of the original Ambre bag ($1,250), and is leather covered in lace. If your lucky enough you can get one of the 10 made only by going to Avenue Montaigne in Paris.

Gossip: Kate Moss, Not in Museums

After a getaway to Paris with Jamie Hince, Kate Moss is back in her country home in Cotswolds. Unfortunately, they won't be heading back for the long-planned museum retrospective on Kate's career. Due to lack of funding, the exhibit was cancelled, however, if Kate decides to let Jamie use nude shots he took of her in an upcoming photography show they might spend time together in smaller, gallery-sized venue.

Beauty: 5 Tips on Choosing a Bronzer for Medium Skin Tones

• Color Options: If you have olive undertones, look for shades of soft copper, bronze, brownish-pink, or sheer amber. For yellow undertones, tan, gold, soft coral or shimmery peach.
• Avoid: Light pinks and too soft peaches; they have a tendency to wash out medium toned skin.
• When in doubt: Go with a bronzer duo or multitonal formula to custom blend.
• Keep in mind: Use less than you think you need. You don't want it to look unnatural.
• To shimmer or not to shimmer?: If you have blemishes, fine lines, or wrinkles avoid overly shimmery finishes because these types of products have a tendency to amplify them.

Fashion: Slashes

Dresses and skirts are now being purposely slashed. Like with Halle Berry's champagne colored Gucci dress. No doubt it's beyond sexy. Of course, it's also a very simple DIY project, but make sure you slash with caution, and hem the slashes. You want it to look like it's supposed to be that way....not like it's ripped.

Gossip: Sienna and Jude

Jude Law and Sienna Miller were both seen yesterday in L.A. when they stopped at Maxfield, which was followed by Sienna driving them to Cecconi's for dinner in a rental car. Sienna was recently in Haiti helping earthquake survivors, as well as in London spreading word about it on TV. Jude, meanwhile, has been in France working with Guy Ritchie, and traveling to promote the film Repo Man.

Entertainment: Summer Blockbuster Breakdown, Part One

We all know summer is the time of year when all the huge blockbusters are going to be released (making an exception for Avatar). So, what's in store for this summer? I'll tell you.

• Iron Man 2; Who's in it? Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Scarlett Johansson, Don Cheadle, and Mickey Rourke. When does it open? May 7.
• Letters to Juliet; Who's in it? Amanda Seyfried, Gael Garcia Bernal, Christopher Egan, Vanessa Redgrave. When does it open? May 14
• Robin Hood; Who's in it? Russel Crowe, Cate Blanchett. When does it open? May 14.
• MacGruber; Who's in it? Will Forte, Ryan Phillipe, Kristin Wiig, Val Kilmer. When does it open? May 21.
• Shrek, Forever After; Who's in it? Mike Meyers, Cameron Diaz, Eddie Murphy, Antonio Banderas. When's it open? May 21.
• Sex and the City 2; Who's in it? Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattral, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Davis. When does it open? May 27.
• Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time; Who's in it? Jake Gyllenhaal, Gemma Arterton, Ben Kingsley. When does it open? May 28.
• Get Hime to the Greek; Who's in it? Russel Brand, Jonah Hill. When does it open? June 4.
• Killers; Who's in it? Katherine Heigl, Ashton Kutcher. When does it open? June 4.
• The A-Team; Who's in it? Bradley Cooper, Liam Neeson, Jessica Biel. When does it open? June 11.
• Toy Story 3; Who's in it? Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack. When does it open? June 18.
• Grown Ups; Who's in it? Adam Sandler, Kevin James, David Spade, Chris Rock, Rob Schneider, Salma Hayek. When does it open? June 25.
• Knight and Day; Who's in it? Cameron Diaz, Tom Cruise. When does it open? June 25.
• The Twilight Saga: Eclipse; Who's in it? Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner. When does it open? June 30.
• Predators; Who's in it? Topher Grace, Adrian Brody, Laurence Fishburne. When does it open? July 9.

Culture: Picaso

At the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art, an exhibit will open to the public on April 27. The exhibition will display over 300 of Pablo Picaso's paintings, sculptures, and drawings.

Beauty: Matte Red Lipstick

This weekend, at the Academy of Country Music Awards, Nicole Kidman looked stunning with her matte red lipstick. Of course, redheads are frequently told to avoid this color, but her pout alone was proof that any one can pull it off. The color and texture is much more versatile than we've all been led to believe, and now it's emerging as the statement color of the season. With the right shade and prep, matte red can work on any skin tone with any hair color.

Fashion: Futuristic Shoes

Feeling futuristic? Then slide your feet into these Bionda Castana Twisted Sandals ($655) The green is fresh, and the twisted detail is great eye candy. Too expensive for you? Don't worry, there is a similar version that's cheaper.

Entertainment: 10 Favorite Tough Chicks

Okay, I looked around to find out who different people thought were the baddest chicks ever in a movie. Here's what I came up with.

• Cherry Darling, Planet Terror
• Sarah Conner, Terminator
• Ellen Ripley, Alien
• Gail, Sin City
• Trinity, Matrix
• Beatrix Kiddo, Kill Bill
• Elle Driver, Kill Bill
• Miho, Sin City
• Zoe Bell, Deathproof
• Catwoman/Selina Kyle, Batman Returns

Children: Underwater Photos

Summer is the time when everyone (especially kids) love going swimming, whether it's at the beach or at the pool. If your lil' one(s) don't like getting out of the water then they'll love this. Abigail Smigel owns Sea Star Underwater Portraits, which specializes in capturing the free movement of children as they swim. The results are a little reminiscent of Nirvana's Nevermind album cover, and your little fish will have fun posing for the pics!

Home Decor: DIY Tile Coasters

On an episode of Parenthood, there were some pretty little drink plates being used as a prop on one of the counters. If you fell in love with them too, don't fret! Here's how you can make them yourself.

Supplies:

• E 6000 glue
• Tiles (flat, not arched)
• Felt
• Pen
• Sharp scissors

Instructions

1. Place your tile on a sheet of felt and outline it.
2. Cut out the squares. Cut on the inside of the line; you'll want the felt to be just a little bit smaller than the tile.
3. Apply the E 6000 glue to the back of the tile then quickly, but accurately place the felt over it.
4. Flip it over and place something heavy over it so that it sets well while it dries.

You can use different shapes and colors to make designs on your coasters...These are just general instructions.

Gossip: Isla Fisher's Baby Bump

Despite the cross-shoulder bags and billowy dresses, these pictures confirm the rumors of Isla Fischer being pregnant. Looks like after eight years of being together, Isla Fischer and Sacha Baron Cohen decided to tie the knot at the end of March in Paris before the two welcomed a new family member even though they already have one adorable daughter, Olive.

Pets: Flea Treatments

Even though packaging for flea treatments tell you to wrap the used/empty containers with many sheets of newspaper before disposing of it, many regions request that you bring them to the cities' hazardous waste facility instead. The US Environmental Protection Agency is now evaluating flea and tick treatments to determine which types need a stronger warning label on the packaging. In some cities (like L.A.) and states (New York) already have all of them labeled as Hazardous waste and require them to be brought to hazardous waste facilities.

Tech Talk: HTC Droid Incredible

With pre-orders starting Monday the new HTC Droid Incredible($200, with 2 year contract) will land in stores April 29. The device will run Android 2.1 with HTC's Sense user interface. The Droid Incredible also has a sleek, slim design, which makes it look more like HTC's Nexus One.

Food: Pigs in a Blanket

These mini snacks are a favorite among kids, especially in the spring-summer time of year. They're made up of mini-links wrapped in croissant dough rolls. Use canned croissant dough rolls and you can have some whipped up in only 15 minutes.

Children: Flower Power

Want your daughter to look like a little flower? Check out these cute threads from Liberty of London and Jacadi. The combination of floral prints and classic look of the French brand's garments has made for apparel that's great for playing at the park, or being adorable at a wedding. The clothing is a little pricier than the other Liberty of London apparel at Target, but every girl deserves whimsical sun-wear.