PEACE IS THE NEW BLACK!

Walking down Fifth Avenue today, after going though Central Park, I saw this slogan as part of a window display at Henri Bendel's today -- PEACE IS THE NEW BLACK. I was in Central Park for the Chanel/Karl Lagerfeld/Zaha Hadid Mobile Art experience. It leaves for London on Sunday, and was an architectural and artistic mind-blower, long live creativity.

MAKEUP'S MAGICAL NEW LOOK FOR HOLIDAY.

This gorgeous, glittering new look is hot off Parisian runways for Noel, 2008! From Dior Beauty, take inspiration for providing a little drama at your holiday parties. Get the shade Pure Diamonds, a nail polish at Saks Fifth Avenue for $19.00 and start planning what you'll wear!

SNAG THIS GOODIE BAG!

Anthony Luciano makes handbags that are more than just gorgeous, they are true works of art. One of a kind, with exotic skins, persian lamb, leather flowers and other couture samplings, you do need major cash IN your handbag to afford one. See them at www.anthonyluciano.com or pop into a Neiman Marcus for a look -- or to purchase these sure to be heirloom pieces.

GRAPHICALLY SPEAKING

This design blog www.dezeen.com offers the trendiest in design, architecture, graphics and more.

This cute and lively alphabet was designed by AIRSIDE, www.dezeen.com/category/graphics. A totally innovative way to look at your A,B,C's.

DAZED AND CONFUSED...ABOUT WINE?

If you're like me, I'm a little mystified in wine stores. I love browsing them, but find myself a tad confused with the enormous number of bottles...and truthfully, I really enjoy looking at the labels, a beautiful one gets me every time.

However, these smart people decided to pair up food and wine for you, in one simple and beautiful step. www.winethatloves.com makes it so easy to pick what wine goes with what food...genius! You won't have to guess about what to serve with pasta, fish, pizza, etc.

HEY, GIRLFRIEND!

It's been brought to my attention that September 21st is NATIONAL WOMEN'S FRIENDSHIP DAY...and since everyone knows we'd never survive without our girlfriends, let's celebrate that. Go to a movie, out to lunch, go shopping, get a mani together or try that new cocktail you've heard about.

One of the best websites that celebrates gal pals is www.girlfriendology.com --they're all about female friendship, inspiration, appreciation and celebration, plus support with podcasts (one featuring yours truly), contests, reviews, resources, videos, blogs and more.

DON'T YOU ADORE DIOR?

Don't miss Dior's Diva VIP online auction September 15th to 25th. You'll have a chance to bid on fabulous Dior prizes such as a day with a personal chef, a Dior beauty internship, a unique couture handbag filled with Dior makeup and an original piece of art designed by fashion illustrator Elaine Biss. It's for Look Good Feel Good charity, so bid away! You must register here first, www.adoredior.com.