Being a ballet dancer myself, I am absolutely mad about all things ballet. Between the fabulous tutus and perfect pirouettes there's no doubt ballet is here to stay in my world. I would always joke, "If I could wear my pointe shoes all day I surely would!". When I heard about the BCBG Ballerina high-heel ballet pumps I was tickled pink! Now I can show off my love for ballet in and out of the studio! For anyone who is a dancer or simply loves dance all together, these are just the right shoes for you!
One of my obsessions are amazingly crafted handbags and clutches. For some reason, I can't seem to own enough. Although not just any bag will do! I carry a lot with me, call me over prepared :) So I look for several things when it comes to finding the right one. When shopping for the "IT" bag to add to my overzealous handbag collection it must be stylish, of good quality and most importantly be able to hold all of my trinkets I insist on carrying with me day to day. I was overly pleased when I found these amazing handbags and clutches made by Morgan Parish. Each bag can also be custom made to your liking, which for me makes it an absolute MUST HAVE! My favorite piece by her is the Prospect Clutch which is a plush leather sack clutch, with black ombre horsehair tassel. Stitched trimmed with magnetic snap closure, and raw edge finish. Now ladies if you are anything of a handbag connoisseur you may want to consider adding one for your collection!
For those who doesn't know me, I absolutely LOVE everything about photography! From snapping photos to looking through other people's eyes. There is something special about capturing moments of love for others and life itself. One photographer I came across was through a friend of mine, Drew B. She is absolutely talented in taking light loving photos for engagements, weddings, babies and families. Based out of Orange County, CA this talented shutter bug knows how to capture the essence of her clients. Next time you need professional pictures and you're in So Cal think of Drew B.!
I was recently hanging out at home wishing I was feeling better over my cold. As I was flipping through the hundreds of channels desperate to find something worth watching, I came across this movie METROPIA in the search guide. As I clicked on for more info about the movie, one notation that stuck out aside from the basic film description was "animation" and I thought to myself, "This could either be really good or a waste of my two seconds spent clicking on this channel..." I figured I only live once so why not just check it out.
Low and behold I stumbled across a movie that completely blew my mind in every way. Just the visual aspects alone caters to my love of paintings as this is unlike any animated movie style I've seen. It's literally like watching a surreal-ity painting coming to life. With its uniquely sensual, strange, matrix-like plot (minus all the Keanu Reeves one liners, thankfully) I simply couldn't move my eyes from the screen and found myself completely wrapped up in the main character's journey! There's also an added bonus to all the Hello Kitty lovers out there as images are sprinkled throughout the movie...LOVE LOVE! If you are a lover of art and love to stimulate your intellectual mind, I highly recommend watching this movie!
Nothing goes better with Lazy Leopard hair accessories than a perfect hair do. As many women know there are a ton of products out there that promise ultimate beauty when it comes to styling their hair. In my experience, the best policy when choosing hair products is ensuring it's good for your hair. Everyday factors downplay the shine of your hair such as blow-drying, flat ironing and styling your hair with alcohol-based styling products.
What if there was an all natural product that can hold your hair in place and makes you feel good about your purchase? Well friends, look no further and try out a locally made product, Dr. Rubin's Pomade! Stemming from an original formula created back in 1944...all of their products are made of 100% all natural ingredients. The best part is a portion of sales from each pomade can goes to Honey Bee Research and Conservation at the University of California, Davis! They also offer other great products like lip balm, lotions and more!
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For many, getting great new pieces to accentuate your home is a fun task at hand. Decorating & furnishing your home can seem like an overwhelming project, especially if you have a bigger space to work with. It often is a hassle to run around to several different retailers searching for the "IT" pieces for your home. So why not save yourself the frustration and time and visit a top knotch online one-stop-shop retailer for all your home decorating needs. CSN stores has everything from office desks and amazing dinning tables to beautiful home decor pieces and much much more. The icing on the cake is not only do they carry over 200 well known brands such as Kholer & Steve Madden but they continuously have great deals on product and shipping to help you save even more cash!
One of our lucky Lazy Leopard readers will receive a $15 off on their purchase at CSN stores! All you need to do is leave a comment on our blog telling us what your favorite part is about decorating your home! The winner will be announced on May 1st, 2011.
Deadline is April 30th, 2011
Entries must also provide a contact email or phone# to Lazy Leopard so we may contact you if you are selected. Your information will not be shared or distributed as it's only for this contest.
When selecting a nice little weekend getaway a great alternative to the sunny side beaches of Long Beach, CA is to take a drive up the mountain to Big Bear and rent out a nice cabin for a cozy stay up there. Whether you visit during the winter time to hit the slopes on Snow Summit or want to enjoy fishing at Big Bear Lake for the summer, it will surely prove for a memorable time!
As most of us know, whatever festivities you partake in many like to get the party started with a few tasty drinks, so what a better place than to stop in to Big Bear's new hidden treasure, Home of the Hangover. This is my latest favorite find as their unique selection can not be beat! Not only do they offer the basics such as Jack Daniels and Budweiser but you can also find rare treats such as Hello Kitty wine to a fine herbal liqueur AGWA de Bolivia! In addition to beverages, they offer kitschy drinking games, drinking accessories like Cocktail Candy and other products such as Slap a Bitch hand sanitizer. The best feature of the store is their delivery service for those who rather would hang back at the cabin for just $10, a price that surely can't be beat! To top it all off the owner, Jim provides for great hospitality and amazing product knowledge! So keep them in mind for all your entertainment needs next time you're hanging out in Big Bear!
When it comes to shopping for lingerie we have all heard of the major labels, Victoria's Secret and Fredrick's of Hollywood. There you can find your typical "sexed up" matching bra sets and after hours corsets to show off to your special someone. What if you found a lingerie line that not only takes makes look hot but showcases your body like a piece of art? Well look no further! Private Arts has an amazing lingerie line with a wide variety of painted-like bandeaus and bottom flattering undies. The sets offered are so tasteful and sexy you may find yourself wanting to just wear that out! So next time you are shopping for some great lingerie paint yourself sexy with pieces of their line.
Having a big heart most definitely offers rewards that outweigh the weight of gold. There are many ways people can contribute to helping out others in need, whether its through donating to your favorite charity or volunteering a bit of your time at your local animal shelter or if you are a lover of horses like myself and are looking to help others who have special needs, a great place to dedicate some of your time is to volunteer at your local therapeutic riding center.
For those local to the LA area there's a great center, Dream Catchers of LA which is certified by the NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association). Not only will you be able to assist others in need gain more confidence within themselves and enrich their well-being you will also be provided free training in horse grooming and care. So don't wait another day to hand out smiles and sign up to volunteer today!
If you have a sweet spot for new inspiring pieces there's a great NY/NJ based website where you can get your fix. Sweet Station features amazing art of all mediums ranging from paintings, photography, graphic design and architecture from all around the world. You are sure to be inspired beyond you're wildest dreams.
