Dreamworthy: Cocoon Bed by Ruf Betton

The Cocoon Bed by Ruf Betton looks like the makings of a fabulously stylish night's sleep. I'm particularly partial to the white leather (synthetic) version, but it comes in a "masculine" textured grey fabric as well. Available at La Difference International Furnishings (http://www.ladiff.com/) at $3,399.00 for Queen-size.

Dreamworthy Lashes: What's the difference??

Every girly-girl (and even some tom-boys) know, it's all about lashes! We've been batting our lashes since the beginning of time it seems. I swear, if I had to have nothing but lip gloss and mascara, I'd be just fine. (Ok, ok concealer too, ;o) Now we all know that there are literally hundreds of different brands and types of mascara. Everyone has different needs as far as length and volume are concerned. But I've just uncovered a secret that has saved me quite a bit. My favorite mascara of all time is Benefit's Bad Gal Lash. However, in this recession, $18 per tube was getting rather costly for me. So, grudgingly, I began a search for a cheaper alternative. That is when I found it. Maybelline's The Colossal Volum' Express (in Glam Black). It would take nothing short of scientific evidence to convince me that these two mascaras are not the same. I see the same length, volume, fullness, softness, and huge application brush. At about $6 it is truly a wonderful alternative. I promise!

Dreamlight: New Music - Paramore "Ignorance"

Paramore is back with more of the post-punk we know and love. With a super-simple video, the band seems to be a bit more grown up, yet still true to their reknowned fun times, angsty lyrics, and Hayley's bright, red hair. Yes, we should "accept that the change is good."

"Ignorance" the new single from their forthcoming album brand new eyes set to release September 29th. Followed shortly by (yay!) another tour! Did I mention I love them?
View the full video below:

Paramore - New Music - More Music Videos

DreamLight: Shakira "She Wolf"

She's back and she is still BAD! (not BAD meaning "bad", but BAD meaning "good!")

Shakira's new single "She Wolf," available in both English and Spanish, is more of the Shakira we all know and love. The new video, chock full of gyrations, leotards, and flowy, blonde hair is weird and wonderful. Shakira is back to remind everyone that Beyonce is not the original hip-shaker! View the full video at this link: http://www.seattlepi.com/tvguide/408942_tvgif3.html

Dream Buy! : Nordstrom Exclusive - M.A.C. Look in a Box

Right now, Nordstrom is offering an exclusive M.A.C. promotion that I think is just DREAMY. the Look in a Box is an ingenious packaging of coordinating cosmetics to create the look as shown on the box's cover. For those of us who are not M.A.C. Pro makeup artists, it takes the guess work out of how to combine the colors just right. It comes in 3 different color or "look" options as seen below and are only $59.50. Those of you who are M.A.C. users know that this is a great deal!

Seductress: Five essential products packaged together to achieve a modern, seductive look. Features Belightful Iridescent Powder/Pressed, Knight Divine and Naked Lunch Eyeshadows, Bare Slimshine Lipstick, 181SE Buffer Brush and a promo-sized Zoom Lash.

Sun Siren: Five essential products packaged together to achieve a luxurious, shine-filled bronze look. Features Bronze Bronzing Powder, Shroom and Amber Lights Eyeshadows, Get Rich Quick Dazzleglass, Buffer Brush 181SE and a promo-sized Zoom Lash.

Sweet Tease: Five essential products packaged together to achieve a minimalist, lightly sexy look. Features Shell Pearl Beauty Powder, Mulch and Gleam Eyeshadows, Love Nectar Lustreglass, promo-sized Zoom Lash and a 181SE Buffer Brush.
Limited edition.

All of these products are about a $100 value. Sold only at Nordstrom!

Click the Post title above to link to the Nordstrom website and buy online.

Dreamworthy Style: Matthew Williamson Resort 2010

Thandie Newton at The Serpentine Gallery Summer Gala in London. The entire outfit is from Matthew Williamson's Resort 2010 collection that is not available in stores until November 2009. Absolutely Dreamworthy!

My vote, it's a "Beautiful Nightmare"...

I'm sure you all know that I am an avid Beyonce fan. She is without question the biggest, most-widely recognized female artist out right now. However, I find that like many long-running artists (read: Madonna, Michael, Mariah), she goes through phases in her career where she gets stuck on a certain look or gimmick. Lately, this gimmick seems to be leotards and minimalist dance videos. She has a fabulous figure, as showcased in her over-the-top Theirry Mugler tour costumes, but I'm just wondering how many more videos will include her (and the SAME 2 dancers) in leotards...We've had the ever-popular "Single Ladies," then "I'm a Diva," "Ego," and now "Sweet Dreams."

Because Beyonce is so fabulous, I always look forward to what new trend she brings to the table with each video/performance. With "Sweet Dreams" being my favorite song from the Sasha Fierce album, I really was hoping for something new and not more of the same thing. The leotard trend with Beyonce, Lady GaGa, Kate Moss, and even Whitney Houston shouting out from the bandwagon is quickly playing out. It's still a great video, but I'm hoping that somehow, someone runs off with her trunk full of leotards so that we can have some new looks in the next video. View the video and judge for yourselves:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbGV2_8Yqg4