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9 Things Making Today's A-List

SHOP/GIVE An A-List 'Must-See - the BORN FREE Collection on Shopbop.com.  "This exclusive collection was formed in collaboration with Shopbop, Vogue, and 22 top designers, including Celine, Prada, Tory Burch, FEED Projects and Isabel Marant.  100% of the profits* will benefit Born Free toward their mission to end mother-to-child HIV transmission at birth.  Learn more here and shop what will be your new favorite outfits including some adorable 'Mommy & Me' looks.  And check out these cute photos of Supermodel Moms and their kids wearing some of the looks.  

BEAUTY We're finally able to show a bit of skin... Bronze it up with Vita Liberta's Self Tanner.  It's one of the fastest acting self-tanners (works in about an hour) and one of the most natural looking. 

WEAR It's all about 'Sneaker-Style'.  Pair the famous, Adidas 'Samba' with a suit, jeans or a light, summery dress to give those classics a sporty twist. 

HOME If you still haven't finished that spreadsheet or PowerPoint that was due - it's because (like us) you spent too much time (dream) furnishing your home here. 

FIT Got 10 minutes? Try this on for thighs.  We're still workin' this video as a daily add-on for racehorse gams. 

GIFT Need gift?  Wrap bracelets are perfect.  They'll fit any wrist and look great alone or get creative with multiples.  The '100 Good Deeds' Bracelet developed by Mary Fisher in response to the '100 Good Deeds' game started for his family by Thomas Morgan is an A-List favorite.  Each purchase employs one venerable woman in at risk parts of the world including Haiti, Rwanda and Uganda .  100% of proceeds from sales are reinvested in the '100 Good Deeds Program'. 

TRAVEL If you're planning on being in Vancouver, BC anytime soon make sure to Eat, Drink and Shop at the multi-tasking lifestyle boutique, "Secret Location".  SecretLocation.ca 

EAT This foodie blogger's recipe for 'Skinny Bang Bang Shrimp' is topping our 'Can't Wait To Eat This List'. 

HELP The American Red Cross is already on the scene to aid the victims of the tornadoes devastating central states including Arkansas.  Donate now to keep volunteers and their expertise on the front lines. 

We've also got your 'What to Wear' solutions here

and check out all the things we're loving in 'The A-List Shop'. 

 

Have a great week     xx  The A-List

 

This Supermodel's Cover Will Inspire Your Next Outfit

Let Supermodel, Rosie Huntington-Whitely's cover for Harper's Bazaar inspire your Spring dressing.  Pink, yellow and green - whether together or separate are the season's haute hues.

Coast hi low dress,  Coast shift dress,  Oh My Love skater dress,  René Derhy drape cardigan,  Cédric Charlier green skirt,  Yumi skater skirt,  Valentino pink shoes,  Alexander McQueen high heel shoes,  Yves Saint Laurent ankle strap sandals,  Carvela heeled sandals,  Chanel quilted handbag / Yves Saint Laurent yellow purse,  Yves Saint Laurent pink tote,  Alexander McQueen black handbag,  Juicy couture purse, Rosantica bead jewelry,  SHOUROUK rhinestone jewelry, Masterpeace green necklace,  Michael Kors watch,  Alexis bittar earrings,  Kendra Scott earrings,  ABS by Allen Schwartz yellow earrings, Bond No 9 bond no 9 fragrance, 

 

GET THE LOOK 

Asos Cocktail Dresses · Jessica Simpson Pumps · Nike Athletic Shoes

Happy Spring   xx  The A-List 

We loved her blog's name so much - we had to find out...What's On Her A-List?

Jeanette Marie Hummel of 'Fit Girl Travels'

 "Healthy living doesn’t have to be boring or stressful... Healthy living can be FUN – shopping at a farmer’s market in Thailand, yoga on the beaches of Aruba, or swimming in the surf of Maui.   Healthy living can be found in all corners of the world – even in your own backyard."

It was that quote - that philosophy - that peaked our interest when we first noticed a 'Like' on our Instagram page (GetTheAList) from one of the greatest blog names ever: 'Fit Girl Travels'.   We knew we had to know more... 

Click here to see Everything That's Making Jeanette's A-List

 

Happy Discovering   xx  The A-List 

 

5 Things Making Today's A-List

 In case you missed any of these... here's 5 things you may want to add to your List.  

 

 

SHOP The line '35-DL' is designed by CBS's "The Good Wife" designer, Daniel Lawson.  Pieces are both feminine and strong - perfect for "The Good Wife's" boardrooms or yours.  Plus many dresses feature long or mid-length sleeves so no-jacket required. 

MOM Lucky featured 50 Gifts Under $50 for MOTHER'S DAY (Heads-Up!  It's May 11th this year).  If some of the gifts aren't necessarily a fit - there were some great sites for inspiration.  Our favorites: OliveAndPiper.com (cute, on-trend jewelry), MochiThings.com (cheeky gifts with a Japanese Mochi feel), ArtsyModern.com (all kinds of cool gifts ideas for the modern Mom) and MyOtherBag.com (a shopper's must). 

FIT Insanely fit (and gorgeous) trainer, Christine Bullock promises to boost your booty with her mix of HIIT training, ballet and Barre moves in only 10 minutes.   There's a good review of the DVD here and with 5 different workout options - boredom won't be a problem...nor excuses.  Shop to it. 

EAT/GIVE Turn all those photos that you take of your lunch-time Reuben or Sunday Brunch bennies' into actual meals for kids in need.  Everytime you post a photo on the app FEEDIE - (from a participting Feedie restaurant listed here), the restaurant will make a donation equal to one meal to The Lunchbox Fund.  Now that's 'good' eatin'. 

BEAUTY Like all the cool, insider scoop that we get from our A-List Interviewees - we love hearing what an expert recommends so when Dr. Shirley Madhere a NYC cosmetic surgeon told Marie Claire some of her favorite  beauty products - we took note and here's the List.

 

And now we're off to discover new things for you...     xx  The A-List

  

What's On This Cosmetic Surgeon's Beauty List

 Like all the cool, insider scoop that we get from our A-List Interviewees - we love hearing what an expert recommends. So when Dr. Shirley Madhere a NYC cosmetic surgeon told Marie Claire some of her favorite beauty products - we took note.

Check out her list below.

 

  

Boots Tea Tree & Witch Hazel Foaming Face Wash

SanRe Rosy Fresh Organic Revitalizing Facial Toner 

Lierac Mesolift Serum

Natura Bisse The Cure Sheer Cream 

La Roche-Posay Anthelios SX Daily Moisturizer 

 

 

Happy Shopping     xx  The A-List 

 

 

 

Rock Summer

The white bootie and even Celine's new mule is still captivating us.  This one takes you through summer and will give your evening looks a rocker-chic edge.  Bonus... it's on Sale.

 

 

xx  The A-List 

 

This Weekend You Should Buy

Fringe.

Not just for Coachella and Burning Man anymore... Gucci swished down the runway for Spring with Fringe infused accessories and the fashion flock followed. 

The look is a head-turner so probably best to keep it to handbags or shoes like these wear-all-summer fringe sandals in yellow or black from Visconti and Du Reau at Barneys. 

More good news?  The trend is everywhere - at every price.  Of course there's the drool-worthy Gucci bags but Asos has the very on-trend lemon hued drawstring bag below and H&M's got several ranging from under $30 to $129.

Shirts top,  Dorothy Perkins beaded vest,  Brian Atwood fringe bootie,  Giuseppe Zanotti leather booties, Gianvito Rossi black stiletto,  Visconti & du Réau leather sandals,  Visconti & du Réau leather sandals,  Forever 21 brown thong sandals, Valentino studded purse,  Valentino black leather purse, Valentino green handbag, Cleobella leather rucksack, ASOS leather duffle bag,  Studded handbag,  H M shoulder bag, Gucci blue purse / Lucia Odescalchi red ruby earrings, 

 

 

 

Happy Shopping   xx   The A-List

 

 

 

11 Things Making Our List This Hump Day

LIST Check out our most recent A-Lister Interview.  Becky Kung from 'Velvet & Vino' dialed us into a couple of great new beauty products and websites, her go-to, no-fail outfit that we're def going to try and two of the best gift ideas ever! 

SHOP Have you seen what's under actress Peta Wilson's skirt?

BEAUTY We loved this tip from makeup-pro Rachel Goodwin for InStyle: Mix your concealer with a bit of moisturizer on the back of your hand (the warmth from your hand will make blending easier). This not only hydrates wrinkle prone areas - but it also makes your look more smooth and dewy.  Goodwin even suggests that you could use this mixture as an alternative to your usual foundation. 

FIT This 'Jawbreaker Chair' workout by Madonna's trainer requires only a chair.  Ok, a chair and some serious strength and stamina.  But oh... for arms like Madge... 

STYLE Our suggestion for what to add to your wardrobe just might make you blush.  And speaking of - this scarf is a great way to get the look and did you see the jacket that we're loving over Spring & Summer's lighter looks?

THANKS The art of gratitude is imperative yet often neglected.  A-List favorite, Dr. Samantha Boardman prescribes the perfect prescription (with a 5 point list of all the 'What-To-Says') to guide us to graciousness.  And when you are ready, this site has loads of customizable stationary whether your looking for professional prose or silly scribbles.  And this one is an A-List Favorite.  Merci. 

MEN You know your man secretly loves it when you bring him home a beauty treat. (plus now, he doesn't have to go buy it himself) Already a huge success in Japan, 'GATSBY' hair products for men is now being sold in every Ricky's NYC store and also online.  Their 'Moving Rubber' group features something for every man including: 'Wild Shake, Cool Wet, Air Rise and Spikey Edge'.  (and PS: what's good for the boys...)

GIVE Let's face it. Most everyone in today's society falls into the 'Person Who Has Everything' category.  And that's not just the rich and famous.... Come on - like Dad needs another tie or piece of lawn equipment.  EXPERIENCES are the new luxury and they don't have to cost an arm and a leg. Check out this site for priceless adventures or just be inspired to create a similar one of your own.

TECH Speaking of 'giving experiences' - Supermodel, Lily Cole has launched the 'Impossible' app.  A new social network being developed to engender a peer-to-peer GIFT ECONOMY."

WED We spent a little too much time oogling these candid photos of celebrity brides and their dresses. 

PIN We added two more boards to our Pinterest Page.  One of them is A-List Pinners!  We want to see YOUR boards.  Email us a link to your Pinterest Page at: ILoveThis@TheAList.com or just re-pin one of our picks.  We look at EVERY re-pin and 'Like' Pinterest notification we receive.  Happy Pinning! 

 

Something exciting making YOUR A-List?  Let us know!

Email us at:  ILoveThis@TheAList.com 

 

Until next time...      xx The A-List 

  

Cool Warmer

If you're like us - you always need a jacket.  Even in Summer - the A.C. blasting in a shop or restaurant will have us reaching for a wrap.  

This light-honey colored faux-leather jacket is a perfect choice for just those times.  It's lightweight and will give anything you layer it over (especially strappy summer dresses) just the right dose of edgy-cool. 

 

 

Happy Shopping     xx The A-List 

 

Velvet & Vino - What Made The List...

Oh Canada.

Think of all the things that we love that come from our neighbors to the North...  Maple syrup, Hockey (hunks), Peanut Butter (yes!) and of course, Justin Bieber Ryan Gosling.  

Today - we've got one more for your LIST though - one of Canada's hottest Street Style Stars and Stylists,  Becky Kung of: Velvet & Vino. 

We first met Becky on a cold, snowy day during New York Fashion Week.  There amongst a sea of dull brown, puffer coats (ok, that was our dull, brown puffer coat) and clunky soled, try-not-to-slip-on-the-ice, shoes - stood an impeccably dressed (and accessorized) blond who's look was the definition of haute -  right down to her gold-tipped, French manicured nails. 

Always ones to spot a trendsetter and always dying to get the scoop...We knew we had to find out more about this Canadian Tour de Style -  so we had to ask... 

Becky Kung aka: Velvet & Vino... What's on your A-List?!

(Click here for Becky's A-List!)