THE LAST PICTURE SHOW

Richard Avedon is one of the all time greats. His fashion photographs, meticulously recreated to seem spontaneous, are little jewels. The International Center of Photography has mounted a fantastic show with all the photo gems from the 50s and 60s...and all the superstars are there...Veruschka, Twiggy, Penelope Tree, frozen in black and white.

Until September 6th, there are over 200 works on display. http://tinyurl.com/yanxb3

DON'T BREAK DOWN AFTER YOUR BREAK UP

If you're having relationship drama, and need help surviving a break up, my friend Lisa Steadman wrote the book it on it! Yes, her "21 DAY ACTION PLAN TO PLOT YOUR REVENGE, SPOIL YOURSELF, AND FIND OUT HOW GOOD LIFE IS WITHOUT HIM" will whip you into shape. Plus there are tremendous bonuses when you visit her site within 24 hours of reading this. Really, really helpful stuff, worth more than 100 times the investment. Check it all out here http://www.itsabreakupnotabreakdownworkbook.com/

DONT FORGET MOTHER'S DAY

Yes, it's next Sunday, so don't forget. Instead get Mom this fantastic read about successful Hollywood agent Sam Haskell's mom and what she taught him about life. He was able to survive in the L.A. shark tank by being a nice guy. You can't make this stuff up. http://tinyurl.com/dbjxvt

BODY TALK

Yes, I love all things sparkly, especially diamonds, so I did a double take at this from the cosmetic gurus at LA MER. They make the richest and best moisturizers on the market, albeit very pricey -- and this one has pure diamond dust in it. The Body Refiner is $110 but if you've got the body for it, and the wallet, I'm sure your skin will thank you. (And whoever else is touching you!)

TO ILLUSTRATE A POINT

The Society of Illustrators in NYC just opened an exhibit by some of the world's leading fashion illustrators. Once a thriving career category for many fashion obsessed design students, it's diminished thanks to photography, and the declining status of department stores as trend leaders. These talented people were not just sketchers, but now are receiving their due as true artists in their own right. Through May 2nd. This illustration is by Antonio -- I even owned a few posters signed to me personally by him at one time. www.societyillustrators.org.

BUY A BAGFUL OF PENNY CANDY

Yes, we know penny candy is a victim of inflation. But pop for a half a pound and mix and match all the favorites you had when you were a kid…sweets, sours, gummis, licorice, chocolates – go for your personal spin around the sugar shack. Then, share some with the next kid you see, and watch their eyes light up.

PIG OUT!

Yes, we New Yorkers are a pretty trend savvy and tasty bunch. The latest craze here in the Apple, is bacon. Witness, bacon candy, dark or milk...Other tasty treats include bacon donuts, bacon popcorn, bacon peanuts, and a whole host of pig outs available here. Most likely, coming to a town near you, too.