High heels are the ultimate sexy shoe design. The height of the heel not only elongates the leg, it also alters the wearer’s center of balance; making the hips sway when walking, and forcing the pelvis to tilt so that both chest and rear end protrude. Continue Reading
No sideline saviors here. Whether helping you shave points off your handicap or throwing in a holy high stick, the Christ of “God’s All Stars” is a dynamic participant to the sporting action. According to CatholicShopper.com these hand painted resin statuettes are “the perfect gift for every young Catholic athlete and a wonderful way to reinforce Jesus “as friend” in everyday activities.”
Keeping warm used to be a dreary affair. Today, we have much more of a choice in aesthetics when it comes to heating gadgetry, so get ready to ditch your ugly old space heater and replace your ho-hum radiator with one of these unique designs. Looking for more ways to heat up? Check out our Modern Flames: 40 Contemporary Fireplaces. Getting toasty has never been so stylish.
So long Turquoise 15-5519, it’s Honeysuckle’s turn to shine.
Officially known as Pantone 18-2120 TCX, Honeysuckle has just been named the IT color for 2011. Pantone describes it as “Courageous. Confident. Vital. A brave new color, for a brave new world. Let the bold spirit of Honeysuckle infuse you, lift you and carry you through the year. It’s a color for every day – with nothing “everyday” about it.”
They go on to attribute some pretty heady powers to the shade, “Honeysuckle emboldens us to face everyday troubles with verve and vigor. A dynamic reddish pink, Honeysuckle is encouraging and uplifting. It elevates our psyche beyond escape, instilling the confidence, courage and spirit to meet the exhaustive challenges that have become part of everyday life.”
So what do you think?
Gingerbread White House 2009
Ever since First Lady Jackie Kennedy gave her breathy, Stepford Wife-like performance during the White House home tour, the world has been fascinated with the interior and inner workings of the executive mansion.
HGTV fans have enjoyed seeing the holiday traditions come to life there for more than a decade. This year, the one-hour special features President Barack Obama and his family lighting the National Christmas Tree and highlights the work of nearly 100 volunteers as they adorn the White House in only a few days.
The Safari Christmas stocking from Neiman Marcus is handcrafted with resin beads on man-made fabric. At $145 a pop, they are one of the the pricier socks to hang this season.
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With Thanksgiving a mere ten days away, our thoughts turn to tablescapes. Presentation is a very important part of the dining experience, especially if your cooking is sub par. I’ve found ten modern settings that not only say “Let’s Eat” but bring something additional to the table, so to speak. Whether it is celebrating tattoo art, British pride or playing with your food, these contemporary conversation pieces will add to the dining experience.
HGTV announced eight new holiday specials for 2010 -they promise “dazzling decorating tips and entertaining solutions”. While Celebrity Holiday Homes and Holiday Battle on the Block seem the most promising in terms of kitsch factor, let’s take a look at all eight new shows.
“I’ll give you my gun-inspired décor when you pry it from my overwrought, tacky home!”
The right to bear arms is certainly a contentious issue that can ignite some serious passion from those both for and against gun control. However, there is no room for debate that fans of tongue-in-cheek aesthetics will be delighted with the the kitsch factor evidenced in the following designs.
