Some are dreading the bikini season. I say, don’t fret. You will look gorgeous. Take your time there are still about 6 week before the season really kicks into full gear. If you start now you will be able to fit into anything Rosa Cha has on tap. Click the image to see his creations from his Spring Summer show this past September at New York fashion week.

photography Danielle Le Moine

You have to love fashion. What other industry holds their graduation in a form of a fashion show? That’s how it’s done. I hate to do the whole teaser thing, but I figure why not. Tuesday morning, Papierdoll newsletter subscribers will get a treat. They will get first crack at the complete lineup of photos from the Parson AAS show. Some of the top designers in the industry got their start and education at Parsons. We took about 250 photos and loved every minute of it. Writer Colette Smith will give a rundown of everything that happened.

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Just wanted to thank Fashion Indie for pointing this out and also designer Marissa Vandersee for creating this gem.

Designer Marissa Vandersee says she came up with the idea when,

“I saw reports of people queuing at Sainsbury’s. I don’t understand why anyone would want to queue for hours just to get their hands on a bag. It seems crazy.”

Crazy damned insane Marissa.

Nothing smells better than one of Mom’s home-cooked meals - until the meal is over, that is! Much like the post-college grad living in the basement, lingering food odors like garlic, fish and onion in the air or on the skin wear out their welcome pretty quickly. What’s Mom to do? As far as the free-loading 20-something is concerned, Mom’s on her own. Scaring away food smells is more easily accomplished with the help of the Gourmet Kitchen Water Mint Sake line by Upper Canada. This fresh selection of kitchen cleaning and beauty products, ranging from decadent shea butter moisturizer to counter spray, combines the essences of water mint, orange, sandalwood, vanilla, and sake to cancel out menacing odors while creating a refreshing and uplifting sensory experience she’ll enjoy whether or not she’s been stirring things up in the kitchen. Plus, the crisp, contemporary look of the packaging makes this a much cooler Mother’s Day gift than that ho-hum, overdone brunch and bouquet. So give her something new she’ll really like - you really do owe her after all those years spent haunting her basement.

By Melissa Heichel

From the convertible bag to accessories in nude and metallic tone. Fashion bloggers were a buzz this week with plenty of musings and tips for the upcoming season. Read below to see what went on in the fashion blogosphere this week.

Bag Snob
The Antrobus Convertible Bag is the perfect solution traveling light says Bag Snob!

Coquette
Coquette picks her spring favorites from Kris Nations Jewelry.

Ebelle5
eBelle5 reveals Jessica Simpson’s version of Rafe’s Rivington Handbag

FASHIONTRIBES
Yes, you can wear a dress in emerald, fuschia, purple or any other bold color. According to Fashiontribes, the secret is accessories in nude or metallic tones.

Girlawhirl
An organized handbag makes girlawhirl’s life a little more manageable. Girlawhirl finds options from Alexandra Bee and Purseket

KRiSTOPHER DUKES
Kristopher does a non-tribute to the YSL "Tribute" shoe.

LA STORY
Give Someone Special the Gift of Love. LA STORY Suggests David Martin’s Something In Your Eyes CD

My Fashion Life
Are you sure that’s maternity wear? My Fashion Life says it sure is…

Second City Style
Second City Style interviews Project Runway winner, (Jeffrey Sebelia).

SheFinds
Dresses with Pockets — Hot or Not?

StyleBakery.com
Want to know what the StyleBakery.com editors are loving? They’re sharing all the products they can’t live without this season.

Styleaholics
Najwa Moses catches up with sneaker blogger Ms. Exclusive Sneaker Aficionado Illuminati

Stylehive
Hot Trend: Alice in Wonderland - Have your own mad tea party and revisit your childhood with these Lewis Carroll-inspired finds at the Stylehive.

The Jewelry Weblog
Already looking toward summer jewelry accesorizing, The Jewelry Weblog discovered some yummy fruit jewelry.