ROOM SERVICE

Look what just blew in from the Windy City...this fabulous shop in Chicago is worth a stop on your tour of the neighborhood. Gorgeous Mid-Century modern stuff, side by side with Vosges "Haute" chocolates, side by side with vases and other must haves for rooms in style. From one of a kind pieces -- to pieces you just have to have one of -- this is a store you'll love. Room Service is located at 5438 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL. 773-878-5438.

LATEST LOWDOWN ON LUSCIOUS LIPS

Aren't we all looking for bigger, more luscious lips....and for the perfect color to show them off? If you're like me, you've tried all the drug store brands and even popped for some super high-end delights (once I paid $65). Either way ---the shade isn't right, or it just evaporates into thin air.

Now, here comes something new to try that has fabulous wearability, great consistency, is non-drying and frankly, simply genius in the color department! Lipstick Queen lipsticks come in 10 sheer color shades (THE SAINTS) with a matching color in 10 opaque shades (THE SINNERS)! Find them at www.lipstickqueen.com or at Barney's New York. They retail for $18.00.

Chief Lipstick Queen, founder Poppy King, has devoted her life to coming up with the perfect pout. Also try her Oxymoron, a lipstick that she calls a "matte gloss" -- it looks matte but feels like a gloss. Four great subtle rosy shades that can also double as a cheek blush, $20.00.

TAG....YOU'RE IT!

I found these gorgeous tags on www.etsy.com from a great artist named Pacokeco. She is so talented -- and the work is such good quality. I received 8 tags for $3.00, a fabulous price for these hand made goodies. Etsy is all about handcrafted items that are unique and distinctive. Go take a look for paper goods and much, much more. Many artists will customize their order for you.

HOW TO SAVE $8,670.00

According to Page Six, Sexy Selita Eubanks, a Victoria's secret model, was spied at the fancy Borgata hotel in Atlantic City. Apparently, she was browsing for a diamond band, bought one and said, "I'm marrying me, I'm engaged to myself," before plunking down $9,000 for the sparkly diamond band...hmm, those of us in the know, know she could of saved $8,670.00 by buying herself an Ah Ring@ from www.divinediamonds.com!

TAKE THE FIFTH .... ON THE FOURTH!

Perfect for the barbeque, this festive design will really add some patriotic splash to the Fourth of July holiday. From Pommery, the Pop America series of champagne is a fun addition to celebrate our nation's independence.  Find it at www.sherry-lehmann.com.

We won't tell anyone how much it cost ($15.00 for the mini-bottle).

MMMMM....MASON AND MIA COSMETICS

This cosmetic line is sure to "tan-talize" you. Try Mason and Mia's bronzy and beautiful products for a golden glow.  From their Summer Dreamin' 2008 collection, you'll find bronzers, mineral veils, eyeshadows, and gloss. 

It's the best way to look like a day at the beach ---- without the damage. 

Visit www.masonandmiacosmetics.com.

CALLING ALL AUTHORS....

All you budding writers out there, did you know you can publish a hard copy book of photos, fiction, chick lit or anything you please? Check out www.blurb.com and you will get a hardbound book that looks like you made a six figure deal with a big time publisher!