Try a Pill If You Will

Are there such things as too many nutrients and countless health and beauty benefits? Not when it comes to Hirsana, golden millet oil capsules that are formulated to strengthen the skin’s barrier and regulate moisture content.

Say goodbye to dry and brittle hair, skin and nails, Hirsana has discovered a way to extract highly effective oil from golden millets to encourage beauty from within. The pill components—Vitamin B6 (boosts metabolism), Riboflavin (supports the formation of blood cells), Thiamin (promotes normal nervous system function) and Zinc (supports the buildup of protein produced within the body)—are formulated with 200 mg of pure golden millet oil. Simply take two capsules a day for three months and then repeat on an annual basis, after three months, reduce dosage to one capsule daily.

Check it out: www.hirsanausa.com

For the Love of Sandals

Crafted to withstand the elements, Matt Bernson's custom shoes are created with special leathers chemically treated to be both flexible and durable. Each shoe — hand cut and individually sewn with uppers adorned in metallic piping, complex hardware and hand-waxed insoles — is fashionably detailed with leather stitching and rivets.

I looooove that the sandals are comfortable. The luxurious feel has a look inspired by Indian jewelry, themes that stem from his jewelry designer mother and teachings given by the Dali Lama in India.

The fashionable kicks have only been around for three years, but the "soulfully made in Brazil" shoes have been spotted on style icons including SJP and are sold by retailers such as Fred Segal, Anthropologie, Kitson and Piperlime.

If the spirit is moving you now, visit mattbernson.com

Put a Ring on It

We've all been there before. You're at a swanky lounge sipping a strong mojito when you suddenly notice Mr. or Ms. Gorgeous holding court at the end of the bar. Just when you're about to approach, you stop and wonder, "Ohhh — single or not?"

Awkward hesitations be gone with Singelringen ('single ring' in Swedish), the world's first unisex ring for singles. The sterling silver band with a turquoise acrylic overlay is meant to be worn on your left hand — a placeholder for an engagement (or wedding) ring — so you can flaunt your solo status. Terrence Howard, Monique Coleman and Vivica Fox have been spotted rocking them once upon a time.

Signifying your eligibility goes beyond a single band. Other Singelringen products include necklaces, bracelets and mobile phone accessories. The imported jewelry can be customized with charms that represent spirituality (Buddhism, Christianity), hobbies (travel, sports), interests (pets, music) — allowing for the ultimate in instant messaging.

Because single is the new turquoise!

Books and Looks

Join all-natural skincare expert Suki Kramer and celebrity makeup artist Lina Hanson on June 10th for the launch of ECO-BEAUTIFUL, The Ultimate Guide to Natural Beauty and Wellness…


rsvp to ecobeautifulpartynyc@gmail.com

Kristinit: The LOVE Campaign

Kristinit introduces its Fall 2009 Collection: the LOVE Campaign. Its mission—a holistic approach to high fashion, one that links social responsibility with sumptuous, sustainable fabrics and playfully classic designs.

The collection embraces versatility and elegance. The 30’s-era classicism of knee-grazing hemlines and belted day dresses play hopscotch with Victorian demureness and Faye Dunaway '60's chic. And attention to detail is key to the collection, like dramatic circle sleeves that bring daintiness to smoky, monochromatic tunics.

A New Kind of Art

Alicia Piller has designed many things—bags, paintings, and even candy boxes. But her most prized possession has been the birth of her own business, Designs by Alicia P.

It all started four years ago when Alicia was laid off from an unfulfilling design job. Realizing that she could make more money doing what she loved, she decided to launch a line of paintings, suede & beaded jewelry, and hand-painted clothing; all made by Alicia P. herself.

But she didn’t stop there.

Each garment has intricately arranged letters, shapes and lines…on washable fabric paint. And her jewelry intertwines crystals and semi-precious beads creating lightweight suede works of art. “My works appeals to literally everyone—the young and the old,” says Alicia.

When asked which is her favorite to design, Alicia excitedly screams: “Couture! I love to make weird and crazy elaborate things. I really enjoy painting free-hand designs too—I can let my mind go wherever it wants.”

Currently, Alicia is busy designing innerwear and dresses for a solo fashion show later in the year.

For more information visit http://www.designsbyaliciap.com.

Play with Gravity in United Nude Cosmo

For the past six years, United Nude has taken the shoe industry by storm. Known as the intersection between architecture and fashion, United Nude’s shoes are the cornerstone of saviness, elegance and innovation.

This season United Nude continues to play with gravity with its latest innovation: The Cosmo. By using a hand molded carbon fiber light-weight construction, the Cosmo shoe is a high-tech shoe laced with architectural design elements.

But be sure to act fast. The Cosmo is in limited production of only a few hundred pairs. Snag a black calf leather or mirror calf leather pair for approximately $550.

The United Nude Cosmo will only be available at specialty shoe stores and at www.unitedenude.com.