HAPPY GIRL

A favorite of my paintings...this is "HAPPY GIRL"!

DENISE RICHARDS: "ONE OF THOSE RARE SMILES WITH A QUALITY OF ETERNAL REASSURANCE" -THE GREAT GATSBY

I could write a blog on Denise Richards based on facts online and things we all read and think we know about her but I am going to write this beautiful blog entry on my own experience of communicating and understanding her world based on the truly amazing person I have found in her. She is a gem not just in the entertainment business but actually in life.

What means the most to me is she could truly care less about the industry world since she has had her two little angel daughters. She cooks homemade soups, she Martha Stewart-style does up her home for Halloween to excite them, she goes on work trips missing, thinking and talking about them one hour in, she protects them from the media swirl they know not that they live in, protecting their sweet childhood with M&M shakes and American Girl Place visits. She works hard to continue and maintain a blessed and beautiful childhood of gorgeous swimming pools with fun water slides for them. She is an inspiration first as a mother.

Secondly, she is involved heavily with something that makes me cry just to think about. She rescues, takes in, brings attention and spends a TON of her time getting up early to go save and transport animals at shelters in trouble. I can't even stomach that horribly sad Sarah MacLachlan commercial on the subject and yet Denise goes headfirst in to look at their faces, learn their stories and save lives. I am envious. She is so much stronger than I am. Animals are children to me and their feelings are human. Denise spends her time and money saving, rescuing and loving animals in need. This is godly to me.

Thirdly, I have to touch on how purely GOOD of a person she truly is. Denise totally would normally be a completely closed off personality (especially for all she has endured) but instead she is the MOST human, the most open and kindest woman you could know. She exudes positivity and just wants everyone happy and the world to be a happy place. Her daughters are so lucky.

It is a well-known fact she was blessed with stunning physical beauty but I think internal beauty is showing its strength in Denise as a person - if you are purely good, deeply loving and selfless, you ARE that beautiful and perfect. Denise turns something bad into something hopeful. She has surpassed that "just a beautiful woman" thing. I admire, strive to be as good and wish to give back so much to the world that was given to me, purely because of her.

Here, I share an EXCLUSIVE GS&E beauty interview with the amazing DENISE RICHARDS:

WHAT IS AN EVERYDAY BEAUTY RITUAL OF YOURS?

Everyday I use Dr. Lancer's facial products on my face and no matter what I don't leave the house without sunscreen! (NOTE: Denise has made a habit of not leaving the house without sunscreen since she was 15 years old!!).

WHAT IS THE BRAND OF LIPSTICK IN YOUR PURSE?

The brand of lipstick is Armani and lip gloss is Nars.

WHAT IS BEAUTIFUL THAT INSPIRES YOU?

I love looking at vintage pictures of Brigitte Bardot - she is the epitome of beauty. I've gotten a lot of inspiration from her photos.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE BEAUTIFUL SIGHT?

I really love any place that is tropical ...Hawaii, Caribbean..I love the smell of the ocean mixed with the suntan oil and the flowers are intoxicating....

EVERYONE (INCLUDING ME) IS OBSESSED WITH YOUR GORGEOUS HAIR - WHAT CREATES THIS PERFECTION??

Thank you! Actually I am coming out with my own hair care line this coming spring!

All of my hair is mine, no extensions or pieces. I've learned what works and what doesn't in keeping your hair healthy and shiny!!

Denise is currently starring in SPIKE TV'S BLUE MOUNTAIN STATE - She is an amazing actress, especially in comedy. One of her greatest assets is that infectious laugh of hers!

She somehow balances it all. She makes the world a sunnier place.
(And speaking of sun, she is as happy as I am when it is 100+ degrees in LA.

xoxoxox

CONSIDER THE POSSIBILITIES...

Currently obsessed with the styling, hair and makeup and everything about 1969's "Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice"! I thought I was already deeply enamored with Natalie Wood but this movie is her at her utmost priiiime. And who knew I thought Dyan Cannon was so gorgeous? I need the brocade dresses, the little short jackets, the sparkly pieces, the hair and makeup with that kitty cat eyeliner and that back poof teased hair team...I need it all. If I could put this whole film on our wall I would but since I can't I am settling for this amazing photo I blew up for our wall. I love that the men are magically hidden behind wine corks and the women's flirty beautiful perfection comes through like the sun. Quelle magic.

WE LOVE YOU CONRAD....OH YES WE DO

The beautiful Ann-Margret...Bye Bye Birdie is one of my favorite movies. She is one of the most historically beautiful women ever, especially in this film....Kim MacAfee FOREVER!

I SPY MARILYN...

A favorite of my photography....my friend Julie looks like Marilyn Monroe in the Hollywood Hills trees.....and how gorgeous is my pink film??

LISA VANDERPUMP: TAKE A SPRINKLING OF FAIRY DUST....

Lisa could truly be the funniest yet most beautifully pristine, most playful yet insanely elegant woman you will ever know. Her beauty somehow surpasses "normal" beauty...she looks like a flawless supermodel who happens to also have the most sophisticated and poised personality, gigantic heart for those in need but will drop a comedic bombshell in a blink of one of her lusciously full eyelashed eyes.
This beauty attended drama school full time from the age of 9. She has lived in London, the English countryside, the south of France and then came back to LA. Those closest to her call her "Pinky" - maybe cause she is all girlie. Married 20 years to Ken Todd, since they have been back in LA they have opened Villa Blanca in Beverly Hills and SUR in West Hollywood. They have opened 26 restaurants, bars and clubs over the years.

Lisa's motto is: Find something you love and you will never work a day again in your life.

Lisa is a writer for Beverly Hills Lifestyle magazine and spends a lot of time at Epione. The funny thing is, the only place I have ever gotten botox done in my life is at Epione. I never knew Lisa was behind the scenes. It is the BEST. Here are her quick EXCLUSIVE GS&E beauty answers:

WHAT IS THE LIPSTICK IN YOUR BAG?

Chanel lip gloss in my bag...

WHAT IS YOUR BEAUTY SECRET?

I have my own skin care business Epione so that...

WHAT IS A BEAUTY MOTTO OF YOURS?

Put a smile on your face...always works....

Lisa is a gorgeous and good person and watch out for her in Beverly Hills Lifestyle Magazine and Bravo's REAL HOUSEWIVES OF BEVERLY HILLS.

"A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous." - Coco Chanel

Oh she is....and more.

xoxoxox

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SIBELLA COURT: A GEM WHO DISCOVERS GEMS

I first discovered and heard of the amazing SIBELLA COURT on Sundance Channel's "Man Shops Globe." Keith had traveled to Australia and knew his astounding discoveries for Anthropologie could only be navigated by this unbelievable interiors genius.

First, she is drop dead gorgeous. This is amplified by her sweet "sing-songy" Australian accent. Second, she is the shop owner of the MOST special store of all her traveling discoveries called The Society Inc. in Paddington, Sydney. This woman is so talented aesthetically that she designs her own paint colors! Sibella travels the world for unusual and beautiful pieces and then "themes" her store for a time based on what is currently inspiring her. She inspires ME. She makes me believe what people always say - that you can make a career out of what you love and be successful because of how passionate you are about that love. My passion and love is appreciating beautiful things and sharing them with people and she gives me so much material.

Her book "Etc." is such a bible of beauty and inspiration. I truly believe she is one of the world's true visionary gems. Amazingly, I got this visionary to answer EXCLUSIVELY some GS&E questions of beauty to share her thoughts on my favorite topic....

WHAT IS AN EVERYDAY BEAUTY RITUAL OF YOURS?

To loofah and moisturise. Latest fav moisturiser is Aesop's "Geranium Leaf Body Balm" and their "Rose By Any Other Name Body Cleanser".

FAVORITE BEAUTY PRODUCT?

Rosewater for everything. Refreshing, makes you smile and smells lovely. I am selling my own at The Society Inc.

MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE YOU HAVE EVER VISITED?

That's too hard to answer, however as it is a beauty related Q&A I would have to say Coqui Coqui in Tulum, Yucatan Peninsula Mexico. Amazing personal small hotel with a perfumerie attached. They (Nicolas & Francesca) make their own perfume range in the mountains. The coconut is to-die-for for the summer months.

WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

Everything: Travel, early morning exercise (especially when Sculptures by the Sea is on at Bondi), words, colours, bowerbirds! etc.

ANY LAST THOUGHTS?

I love moroccan oil for my hair too. I think that's my all time fav product at the moment!

The beautiful Sibella Lejeune Emilie Court has two more books due out next year! (YAY) I have decided I need our home to be in full Sibella paint hues. Why oh why don't we live in Paddington? Maybe it is time to call the travel agent. Or maybe it is time to move to Sydney to be near "Objet Trouve: Biography of a Bowerbird."

Visit her site at: www.thesocietyinc.com.au and buy her beautiful book "Etc." at Anthropologie asap!

xoxoxoxoxo

Lollipop pens.....

Found these at Blick on Beverly Blvd...I love them so much! Almost bought them out! xoxo

my pixie stationary....

Here is my amazing Pixie Chicago personalized stationary!! www.pixiechicago.com

My gorgeous new personalized stationary by Pixie Chicago....

Recently on Twitter, I was randomly directed by Lisa Rinna's hilarious and sweet assistant, Ninie Lewis (@NinieLewis) about the amazing work of PIXIE CHICAGO (@PixieChicago). I went to her site and she does the most personal, sweet and detailed pieces of stationary that I absolutely fell in love with! I had her do a set of my sweet silhouetted pigtailed and snow-booted yorkie, Ruby Slippers as the artwork for me, Ruby's daddy and Ruby. They are THE cutest and most personal, sweetest pieces of stationary I have ever had. Cassie (@PixieChicago) is THAT good. People Magazine just featured her amazing work on their "People Pets" website a couple days ago. You must visit www.pixiechicago.com - I plan on ordering a bunch for xmas presents. Her prices are beyond reasonable and you are getting so much more than the price she places. She is a true gem.
WE LOVE HER!! Having issues with posting pics tonight but stay tuned for our gorgeous stationary posted asap! xoxoxo