Archive: February 21st, 2008

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Former Primp designer Alexx Jae launched a line of organic t-shirts for the Environmental Media Association on February 13 at one of LA’s premiere fashionista havens, Milk, whose clients include Zooey Deschanel, Rachel Bilson, Mandy Moore, and the Simpson sisters. “People think the environment is so not cute or hippie-ish, and I wanted to show that it could be really hip and cute,” says the L.A.-reared designer, who no doubt was inspired by her mom, the head of EMA. The super-soft tees and cardigans feature pro-environment messages written in light ink, like “Where’s your hybrid?” and “Compact fluorescents are sexy.” “I would never wear anything with a saying so loud so I wanted to make it very subtle,” says the environmentalist, who also uses bamboo in her sophisticated high-end collection, due out in the fall. Emily VanCamp, for one, was sold on the message: “I think it’s fabulous! I bought a cardigan. I’m all for a healthy environment, healthy clothes.” Other celeb fans: Anna Faris, who hosted the party, Amy Smart, Heather Graham, and Alexx Jae’s childhood BFF, Nicole Richie. “Nicole wears my stuff. She has to!” says the designer, who will donate 100% of the proceeds to EMA. Click here to buy the t-shirts, $75, at shopatmilk.com.

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You don’t have to wait for warmer weather to get your supple skin and silky hair back. We road tested the best moisturizing products out there for face, hair and body — and brought you our favorites for getting winter skin back into shape.

SheerinO’kho Uptown/Downtown Wintertime: The super-moisturizing organic lotion, $105, is formulated to protect against changes in weather and guard skin from environmental pollutants.

Ole Henricksen Pure Perfection and Skin Insulator: The Danish brand’s botanical day and night creams are the perfect skincare tag-team. Pure Perfection, $48, is lightweight but super-moisturizing, and nourishes skin all night without stickiness. Herbal Day Cream, with SPF 15, $35, is a miracle at keeping skin hydrated all day long—and best of all, its non-greasy formula lets you still apply make-up with ease.

Imedeen Time Perfection oral supplement: Providing further proof that beauty isn’t just skin-deep, Imedeen tablets nourish skin from within. When taken daily, the European skincare staple, $75, protects skin from free-radicals and dramatically increases volume.

SkinMilk Body Lotion: The powder-fresh scented rejuvenating lotion uses white pond lily to leave skin soft and refreshed. And the price is pretty refreshing too. A large 22 oz. bottle of SkinMilk will set you back under $6.

Fekkai Advanced Hair care All-Day Hair Plump: At $95, the leave-in treatment is pricey, but Fekkai’s signature Hyaluronate Humectants plump up the cuticle and leave hair moisturized around the clock.

Weleda Skin Food: We love that Weleda’s $10 all-natural, all-purpose cream uses plant extracts to sooth skin and maintain its natural moisture balance, on face, hands or even chapped lips.

Sundari Omega 3 & Mandarin Lip Treatment: The $15 balm’s all-natural avocado oil and olive-based emollients leave skin moisturized without stickiness. And the orange flavor is reminiscent of warmer, sunnier days.

NIA24 Intensive Recovery Complex: This extreme cream, $110, activates skin’s regererative powers by locking in moisture. Plus its Pro-Niacin formula improves skin tone and texture to get you all set for spring.

Bauer-Griffin

We’ve already confessed that Rihanna is our latest fashion crush. And yet again, the singer struck a fashion high note — leaving her New York hotel toting this Kooba bag that accessorized her biker-chic look. Her Heather shoulder bag, trimmed with vivid day-glo piping, has a retro ’80s vibe that we love. You can order the same one, $465, at kooba.com, or nab a smaller version, the Bennie clutch, for a more affordable $295. And you’ll definitely be in good company — Jessica Biel, Jessica Alba and Hayden Panettiere have also been spotted carrying Kooba handbags.

Most Wanted/Flynet

The heiress wants to save the world — and soon! Paris Hilton was recently spotted leaving the Kate Somerville spa in L.A. sporting the limited edition DOE Power Puff Girl Tee. In honor of the 10th anniversay of the girl power cartoon, The Cartoon Network has teamed with t-shirt designer DOE to create this adorable tee promoting a “Green” world. Unfortunately, this Power Puff Girl tee was created exclusively for celebrities and won’t be available in stores or online anywhere. Such famous faces who have been given the tee include Miley Cyrus, Hilary Duff, Hayden Panettiere, Megan Fox, Drew Barrymore and Ashley Tisdale. If you love the Power Puff Girls, you can also get a DOE vintage wash tee, $25, at babygirlboutique.com.