Lipstick Lifestyle

You’re finally trading in your hand-me-down college furniture for something a little sexier and you want to make sure you pick the perfect piece—something not too big, not too small, but just right.

That’s why we’re completely smitten with the Mama coffee table by Verdesign. Featuring sleek lines and a square shape, there’s even a smaller centre insert that is slightly raised adding both visual interest and a place to put candles or flowers when it’s removed. Use it as a side table when you have guests and no one will wonder where their martini disappeared to.

Verdesign
www.verdesign.it/en/
Available at Seva Home and Design Studio Int in the U.S. and the Art Shoppe and Palatzzetti in Canada or online at www.addisonhouse.com

Let’s be honest – this summer hasn’t been the best in terms of weather. So, we have been planning a quick vacay that involves the sun, the beach, a cold drink, lots of sunscreen and the perfect two-piece.

A good bathing suit is a wardrobe must for all women and California Waves has the perfect swimwear for those of us who want to show a little skin. The Heart Wave bikini is sporty and fun with a hint of sexy thrown in for good measure. The bold blue, green and white pattern is sure to attract attention while the slim cut showcases all of the extra hours you’ve spent in the gym.

Go ahead and heat things up at the beach this winter.

California Waves by Phantom
Available at major department stores and select boutiques

Are you thinking about 2009? Probably not. It’s hard to think of anything other than just enjoying the last few days of summer. But, if you love to be organized or even want to get started on your dreaded holiday shopping, the creative people at Egg Press have just designed their Offset Printed 2009 Calendar. Each features 12 colorful pages, printed on recycled content paper with soy inks (each page is 4 5/8″ x 5 3/8″). These fun and funky calendars will brighten up any desk.

Say hello to a sleek and sexy 2009.

Egg Press
www.eggpress.com
Available online at eggpress.com

We’ll admit it, we are deathly afraid of insects. You know, anything of the creepy, multi-legged variety. But we’re singing a different tune now that the Vestalife Ladybug iPod speaker has flown into our homes. Form meets function with the cutest bug on the block.

The Vestalife Ladybug iPod speaker has wings that flip down to reveal a universal dock with a built-in amplifier. The tiny insect-inspired boom box travels with you thanks to battery power. The charming design has three speakers, a remote control, and just incase you happen to be one of the few without an iPod, a standard audio input jack that lets you plug in just about any audio device you own.

Vestalife
www.vesta-life.com
Available at The Source in Canada, Target in the U.S., or online at www.vesta-shop.com

If you are looking to make a decorative statement, Farrow & Ball’s wallpaper is for you. This specialty company was founded in Dorset, England in the 1930s. Each of their fine wallpapers is crafted using a traditional block print technique to apply their ‘Zero VOC’ environmentally friendly water-based paint to FSC-approved paper. The result - wallpapers with remarkable sensuous textures and delicate appearances that are durable and washable.

We are loving the latest collection, called The Rosslyn Papers, which features a charming reproduction of a nineteenth century English cotton print with a sweet botanical design. We think it is a classic design – with a funky side. There is a wide and eclectic choice of colour combinations to choose from - calming neutrals, pretty pastels and rich darks. And they are enhanced with chalky matte and shimmering metallic accent colours. Perfect for a hallway, boudoir or even a feature wall.

Let your creativity run wild.

Farrow & Ball
www.farrow-ball.com
Available in September at Farrow & Ball showrooms or online at farrow-ball.com