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

Bar Refaeli = perfection

This is so much more than a beautiful face. This 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model BAR REFAELI is so much more inside than she is outside.

She is the spokesperson for Luisa Cerano, been in ELLE (France),Maxim and GQ Italy. She is the spokesperson of Hurley, Diddy cologne and Garnier International. Bar and director Shahar Segal have done a campaign for free under "One Bag Less" to reduce plastic bag use.

Bar volunteers for "Project Sunshine" which provides free services and programs for children facing life threatening illnesses.

Here, she answers GS&E'S beauty questions EXCLUSIVELY:

GS&E: What is a daily beauty ritual you have been doing forever?

BR: I always clean my face every morning and before bed. Drink as much as possible. I am not a fan of beauty cream, but I believe in the power of water. And the only cream beauty products that I use only AHAVA Essential Dead Sea Treatment (brand from Israel). Fragrance is so natural and very good for the skin.

GS&E: What inspires you that is beauty related?

BR: Everything in my life always inspires me. My family, people who were all around me, things that I experienced.

GS&E: It is obvious your internal beauty also makes you so gorgeous...what motto do you live by?

BR: For me inner beauty is more important than the physical. Be thankful for what you have, you'll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don't have, you'll never ever have enough.

What a treat to hear these tips from such a special and beautiful person...and I am googling AHAVA in hopes of international shipping!!

XOXOX

here is one of my favorite shots of my photography....so free and happy.....

elizabeth hurley oat bars....

currently obsessed with elizabeth hurley oat bars....ordered from her organic farm in england to my la address...just bought a ton so i don't have to wait....! YUM!