I’ve always had dry skin and hair, so moisturizing is a task that’s been on my mind since approximately the 7th grade. My obsession with it only got more intense when I moved to new York from Atlanta; the winters here are dryer, longer and more punishing than the ones I was used to in my hometown. With the harsh winter weather that’s affecting a lot of people right now (my apartment is a literal ice cave–the windows are covered), I’m betting the creeping scaliness is an issue for lots of people.

I’m a big believer in the psychological advantages of self-care, and being smooth, soft and well-moisturized is an incredibly glamorous feeling, especially in early February. In order to both quench my own interest in the topic and help others who might be feeling a little ashy, I’ve assembled a list of my own holy grails of moisture, as well as those of some particularly soft-looking and knowledgable friends.

Check out our recommendations below for everything from your hair to your toenails, and if you have a product that you swear by, please let us know in the comments. (I will probably buy it.)

Ahava Dermud Nourshing Body Cream
$32.50 via Nordstrom
I first tried this stuff out as a teenager after finding a random tube on super-sale at TJ Maxx, and I’ve yet to find another body cream that makes my dry skin feel better.

Anthony High performance continuous moisture Eye Cream
$36 via Sephora
Regular moisturizer can be too heavy for the delicate eye area, but this formulation packs a lot of power without overwhelming your most delicate skin.

Aurelia All night repair Oil
$82 via Net-a-Porter
This is the last step in my before-bed skincare routine; I put a little bit on over my regular moisturizer. Oil should always go on last when you’re layering because it seals everything in.

Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream
$6 via Drugstore.com
This ultra-concentrated moisturizer is terrific for cuticles, but it can also be used effectively on other stubborn dry spots, like elbows and heels.

By Terry Baume de rose Lip Treatment
$60 via Net-a-Porter
Over the past decade, this lip balm has built up such a large, devoted following that it’s difficult to call it a “cult” product anymore. The price is steep, but by all accounts, it’s well worth the splurge.

Christian Dior capture Totale Le Serum
$165 via Nordstrom
I first started using Dior skincare in college because the Dior counter at my mall had a particularly gregarious salesman, but I’ve never regretted a dollar I spent on it, even if it was typically a little more than I expected.

Davines Oi all in One Milk
$28 via Barneys
Davines (pronounced DAV-uh-ness, more or less) is another brand to which I’ve been dedicated for the better part of a decade. The quirky Italian haircare range has all kinds of products to explore, but this one is the best cure-all for winter dryness. (If you’ve got color-treated hair, also check out the Nounou conditioner. thank me later.)

Deborah Lippmann rich girl Hand Cream
$28 via Neiman Marcus
If you’re looking to keep your hands silky-soft, look no further than the queen of stunning nails, Deborah Lippmann.

First aid beauty Ultra repair Cream
$30 via Sephora
This cream was the most widely mentioned among the pals I polled; they all reported that it’s super reparative and works wonders on both face and body. It’s rare that you’ll find something that can genuinely pull double duty like that.

Fresh Soy face Cleanser
$38 via Nordstrom
I usually have one of two problems with cleansers: Either they’re too gentle to get the job done, or they clean my face well but totally wreck my moisture levels. This cleanser somehow manages to be both gentle and effective, and it’s good enough for me to ignore the cucumber smell. (Not such a fan of cucumbers.)

Kiehl’s Olive Fruit Oil Deeply Reparative Hair Pak
$25 via Barneys
Not only did one of my female pals recommend this for her hair, but a male pal mentioned he uses it on his beard. One product moisturizes everyone in the family.

Kiehl’s rose Arctica face Cream
$79 via Nordstrom
This was another Kiehl’s product mentioned by several friends–it’s a true moisture classic.

Korres Greek Yoghurt advanced Nourishing Sleeping Facial
$45 via Sephora
In my experience, anything you can put on your face and let work overnight is a godsend during truly terrible dry winters. This stuff sounds perfect.

Lancôme Bienfait High Potency Day Cream
$46 via Sephora
My mom recommended this stuff for inclusion, and I’ve never known anyone who gets as many compliments on her skin as my mom, even in her 60s. There is no better endorsement I could give anything than that.

L’Occitane Ultra rich Body Cream
$44 via Sephora
It’s hard to go wrong with a big tub of anything from L’Occitane.

Mario Badescu Glycolic Acid Toner
$18 via Nordstrom
This stuff might not be moisturizing in and of itself, but exfoliation is important if you want your moisturizers and oils and serums to do their magic. This toner does it incredibly effectively and without tearing at your sensitive facial skin like a scrub would.

Moroccanoil Treatment
$43 via Nordstrom
I’ve always been a hair product jumper–when I finish one thing, there’s usually something else on my list to buy instead of re-buying my previous product. When I got to Moroccanoil, all that stopped. The big bottles are a tad spendy, but unless your hair is very thick and long, one will last you the better part of a year.

Moroccanoil Body Buff Scrub
$52 via Nordstrom
Body scrubs are terrific for scaly arms and legs, and this one is my favorite because the exfoliant is bound together with a mixture of super-moisturizing oils, like argan and Vitamin E. Not only will you be smooth, but you’ll also be soft.

Ole Henriksen Lavender Body Oil
$28 via DermStore
If you’re not moisturizing at some point in your day with a body oil, you’re doing your skin a disservice. I also like Neutrogena’s, if you want to start at a drugstore price point, or Moroccanoil’s, if you love that divine smell as much as I do.

Ren Moroccan rose Otto bath Oil
$48 via Sephora
Hot baths feel so terrific in the winter, but they sap all the moisture right out of your skin. bath oil can help with that a lot, but just be careful getting out of the tub. You don’t want to crack your head open in the name of moisturizing.

Rodin Olio Lusso face Oil
$170 via Net-a-Porter
It sometimes seems like everyone in the fashion industry is obsessed with this stuff, but once you start opening yourself up to oil-based skincare, you’ll never go back.

Susanne Kaufmann Moisturizing Mask
$65 via Net-a-Porter
It’s more common to find masks that tout their tightening or deep-cleaning abilities, but they can also be quit useful for adding a serious dose of moisture to skin.

Tata Harper Nourishing Oil Cleanser
$64 via Net-a-Porter
Cleansing skin in winter can be tricky because so many cleansers are trying, but cleansing oil is the answer to that problem. Oils naturally emulsify makeup and dirt, which leaves your skin clean and clear, but not dry.

This works In Transit Spray On Moisturizer
$33 via Net-a-Porter
During this part of winter, my skin feels like trash by the end of the workday, even if I’ve done a superlative job prepping and moisturizing at home. This take-along spray can give you a pick-me-up in the afternoon if things get bad.

X-Factor for Sephora nail Hydrator
$14 via Sephora
Yes, even your finger nails want and need moisture. It’ll help your manicures last longer.

Here’s Tamara Ecclestone as well as her other half Jay Rutland, making an unscripted see to the beach (with a chummy paparazzo in tow) after having lunch at a beachside restaurant in Santa Monica. You can’t see him in this very first photo, however the couple was likewise joined by their lovable poof of a teacup Pomeranian. That is certainly a fantastic blue Celine Python Phantom Luggage carry sitting in the sand. Really, we’re utilizing “beach bag” in the loosest sense possible, as this entire see lasted only minutes.

The rest of us may be reluctant to let a expensive python Celine bag touch the ground, as well as we may likewise worry about subjecting our suede Isabel Marant hidden wedge sneaks to soggy beach conditions. however hey, if recently preggers heiress to a billion-dollar ton of money who appears to be extremely much in like can’t be completely blithe as well as carefree about this type of thing, then who can? There are even much more pics floating around on the web from this lovable beach interlude; later Tamara really took a turn on a recumbent tricycle. It was an exceedingly whimsical day.

We’ve organized out a great deal of gift guides to assist you kind out all of your holiday shopping, however this is a personal favorite. For those who have whatever however are always on top of the current as well as biggest in the fashion world as well as beyond, our stylish gift guide is the location to figure out precisely what it is they’re craving.

Receiving a traditional piece is always appreciated, of course, however often you just want something that feels fresh as well as present as well as now. That’s what this guide is for – that woman who lives in the moment, watches fashion like a hawk as well as always has the current things. Those people are normally difficult to shop for, however we believe we’ve figured it out.

Chanel Black as well as Blue kid Bag
Prices starting at $2,750 by means of Chanel
Everyone likes the Chanel kid Bag, including yours truly. With a lot more renditions popping up seasonally, this bag has a version for nearly any type of outfit. ideal now, I’ve got my eye set on this black as well as blue kid Bag.

NARS Andy Warhol picture booth nail polish gift Set
$35 by means of Nordstrom
We like a excellent nail polish, as well as if you understand somebody who is always on top of nail trends, provide the gift of Nars + Andy Warhol. This polish set features standout colors that will definitely make a statement.

Louis Vuitton monogram Sunshine reveal Speedy
$4,380 by means of Louis Vuitton
The Louis Vuitton quick is a cult classic, however amp up the trendiness by selecting a seasonal piece. My option comes from the monogram Sunshine reveal line, which indicates you will get lots of sequins as well as all the Louis Vuitton pizazz.

Christian Louboutin Cris tablet Case
$795 by means of Christian Louboutin
Every woman understands about red soled shoes, however not everybody understands about the fantastic purses as well as accessories Christian Louboutin creates. instead of putting your tablet in a ordinary case, get your stud on with this option.

Gorjana Alphabet Coin Necklace
$75 by means of ShopBop
I like layering necklaces, as well as I have a custom-made coin pendant that has my wedding event anniversary on it. Gorjana uses Alphabet Coin pendants so you can pick any type of letter. For one more option, get a few to spell something out – perhaps your initials?

Oscar de la Renta Pink Lizard iphone Case
$150 by means of Oscar de la Renta
We’ve come to expect the normal when it pertains to iphone cases, however the King of Glamour, Oscar de la Renta, spiced it up by making a metal iphone situation decorated with pink lizard skin. Tres chic.

People Stylewatch magazine Subscription
5 months membership for $5
On a budget plan however have somebody who likes staying as much as date with the current fashion in the star world? provide a Stylewatch membership for 5 months for only $5.

Nambé Infinity Silk Orchid Vase
$175 by means of Bloomingdale’s
I normally don’t choose knick-knacks, however this infinity vase is just sensational (and clearly a lot more than a silly dust collector). The vase includes a life-like white orchid, however I would suggest adding a fresh flower.

Agent Provocateur cutout leather Gloves
$590 by means of Net-A-Porter
When it pertains to leather gloves, a lot of are the same. however agent Provocateur spiced up the concept of leather gloves by adding cutout detail as well as a motorcycle trendy vibe.

Although much of the united states appears to be handling a late-arriving and unwelcome bout of winter season weather, that doesn’t imply that it will never be warm again. (Or does it? Seriously, I’m starting to wonder.) Eventually, the sun will come out for good, or at least until October, and the temperatures will rise and we’ll all pull out the purchases that we’ve been hoarding for the past few weeks in anticipation of warm weather’s return.

With bright solids making up much of the season’s clothing trends, there’s never been a better time to try out accessories – everything from oversized jewelry to embellished shoes looks terrific against a background of solid color, but obviously, our favorite choice for an off-kilter spring accessory is a patterned bag. I’m not just talking about animal print, either; we’ve got choices for practically any budget and personal style, ranging from psychedelic flowers to pale abstraction. And, ok, one leopard bag for good measure.

Kate Spade has been making a solid selection of patterned bags for years, and the Kate Spade Paley Paisley medium Sidney tote incorporates some of the hottest colors of the season in a simple, functional shape. purchase through Nordstrom for $255.

If you’d choose something a bit much more controlled and a lot much more expensive, the Bottega Veneta printed leather Slouchy tote offers a subtle yet striking combination of white and grey. purchase through Net-a-Porter for $2680.

At this point, one of my goals in life is to own a piece featuring one of Alexander McQueen’s exquisite digital prints, such as the Alexander McQueen De-Manta printed Clutch. (I like to keep my goals manageable.) purchase through Neiman Marcus for $475.

Milly’s handbag line, brand new for spring 2011, features tons of terrific multicolored and patterned bags at a very sensible contemporary price point. The Milly rose garden tote is big enough to use to make a very bold statement, if that’s your style. purchase through Nordstrom for $295.

I tried to make this list without any animal prints because we’ve already done several messages on that trend, but the purple and gunmetal iteration of the Mulberry Bayswater Belt Bag is just too amazing to resist. warm weather? cold weather? It doesn’t matter; this is a year-round favorite. purchase through Net-a-Porter for $425.

You won’t find numerous handcrafted bags at this price point, and the neo-Native American pattern and beaded finish of the Paul and Joe Perlee handcrafted beaded Bag fit the season’s print and texture trends to a T. My recommendation, though, is to find a seller that sells bags actually made by native Americans so that you can get the look and contribute the the sustenance of the culture simultaneously. purchase through Net-a-Porter for $315.

The golden Globes are my favorite awards show. Not only does the convivial atmosphere make for memorable moments (Emma Thompson taking the stage with Louboutin heels and maritini in hand, anyone?), but because the Globes are ever-so-slightly less formal than the Academy Awards, attendees are a little a lot more daring with both their dresses and, of course, their evening bags. We’ve scoured Sunday night’s red carpet photos, and you can check out all the best evening bag choices below.

Olivia Wilde
Jimmy Choo Sweetie Clutch
$975 by means of Nordstrom

Naomi Watts
Bulgari Python Clutch
$3,400 by means of Bulgari

Zoey Deschanel
Charlotte Olympia Sparkling Pandora Clutch
$1,395 by means of Nordstrom

Drew Barrymore
Edie Parker Lara Clutch
$995 by means of Barneys

Tracey Pollan
Roger Vivier Pilgrim Clutch
$1,746 by means of Luisa by means of Roma

Aubrey Plaza
Amanda Pearl Elyce Clutch
$995 by means of Amanda Pearl

Ariel Winter
Jimmy Choo Tube Clutch
Shop by means of Nordstrom

Caitlin Fitzgerald
Anya Hindmarch Shagreen duke Clutch
$714 by means of matches Fashion

Taylor Schilling
Swarovski Kiosque evening Bag
$385 by means of Swarovski

Kayley Cuoco
Jimmy Choo frame Clutch
Shop by means of Jimmy Choo

Anna Gunn
Edie Parker Jean Clutch
$1,195 by means of Neiman Marcus

Emilia Clarke
Baird & Baird Python Minaudiere
Shop by means of Baird & Baird

Lizzy Caplan
Rauwolf Constantinople Clutch
$1,855 by means of Barneys

Zoe Saldana
Bottega Veneta Knot Clutch
$2,163 by means of farfetch.com

Louise Roe
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I opine about Fendi a lot, but best now, its handbag company is the most interesting on the luxury mass-market. six months ago, I’d have told you that there’s no way I’d ever feel even the smallest temptation to hang a $700 furry monster keychain from every handbag I won, and here we are today. That temptation is real, and based on how rapidly the Fendi Bag Bugs sell, I’m not the only one feeling it. Today, though, my temptation is for the Fendi Demi-Jour take on Bag.

The 2Jours has been so successful for Fendi that its change into other bag structures was inevitable. Fendi’s inventiveness, both in construction and detail, has been its hallmark lately, though, so it shouldn’t be unexpected that it didn’t take a super-obvious route when turning the 2Jours into the Demi-Jour. The hardware bar across the bag’s top is the same, as is the overall angular-minimal feel of the design, but this take on bag gets its own identity amazed upon the 2Jours DNA. If only all brands were so thoughtful when fleshing out full lines based on their many popular bags. purchase through Net-a-Porter for $1,850.

back when I was researching everything about Queen Elizabeth’s secret handbag signals, I rediscovered the brand Strathberry. I wondered how it managed to fly under my radar for so long.

Like most, I originally found out about Strathberry after seeing it on Meghan Markle sometime in 2018, but even then I knew the brand deserved a lot more than those 15 minutes of fame. It’s based out of Scotland, and all of their bags always seemed so perfectly proportioned and with a style of hardware that I’d never seen before. and now that I’ve spent the better part of a year browsing around for a a lot more price-conscious carry bag, a few of their styles easily made it onto my list of potential purchases.

So just think of my excitement when I got word a couple of months ago that Strathberry was coming out with another new carry bag that would give their East/West tiny a run for its money.

Introducing, the Strathberry Melville Baguette.

Strathberry Melville Baguette
via Strathberry

$595

It’s boxy and stunning and features those same satisfyingly clean lines that are a staple of all of their bags.

The new Melville Baguette took direct inspiration from the easy fun-loving design of the 90s and updated it with a contemporary twist. Each bag is made of 100% calfskin leather and procedures in at 8.5” (21.5cm) x 5.3” (13.5cm) with a depth of 1.8” (4.5 cm) to make for a fashionably compact bag that holds all of your essentials without compromising on comfortability.

Its extra-wide carry strap has a drop length of 26.8” (68cm) to help it lay snugly under the wearer’s arm while still allowing for complimentary movement. Notably, the strap is completely detachable, so you can rock this as a cute lil’ hold in the evening time if you prefer.

Strathberry Melville Baguette
via Strathberry

$595

As for style, the minimalist design is highlighted by the brand’s use of solid or color-blocked neutrals with the occasional pastel shade thrown in for pizzazz. contrasting “Vanilla” white stitching adds an extra bit of detail without altering the bag’s incredibly clean look. The Melville Baguette is currently available in color combos of Black, Sage green, Slate grey, and forest green.

At just $545 (€463), this little gem comes at a very affordable price for its size and quality. I think its modern technique to an old-school design is captivating and gives it that special type of staying power that only uncluttered logo-free bags can achieve. I can absolutely see this being my next on-the-go type of purse.

But what do y’all think?

It’s officially 2020 and we’re celebrating the first FRIDAY OF THE decade like we celebrate many Fridays here at PurseBlog, with a fresh new crop of bag deals. Sale season is unwinding a little bit, but there are still lots of terrific steals to be had. If you’ve got some holiday dollars to spend look no even more then the below sales. It’s only the 3rd day of the year so now is as good of a time as ever to start granting those 2020 wishes. I’m eyeing the red Fendi video camera Bag because shockingly I’ve yet to add a video camera bag shape to my collection. That’s certainly high on my wishlist for this year! Which deal are you loving?

Balenciaga Bazar XXS Graffiti carry (Was $1,790, now $895)

Bottega Veneta Luna Intrecciato Bag (Was $2,170, now $1,519)

Sophia Webster Emmie take on Bag (Was $395, now $237)

Ferragamo Boxyz Bag (Was $1,990, now $1,393)

Valentino VSLING take on Bag (Was $2,575, now $1,288)

Valentino Rockstud leather carry (Was $2,995, now $1,797)

Fendi video camera case (Was $1,190, now $903)

Balenciaga Lizard effect top deal with Bag (Was $1,850 now $1,110)

Loewe gate take on Bag (Was $1,500, now $1,050)

Givenchy small Eden Bag (Was $2,150, now $1,053)

Fendi Kan I Bag (Was $2,490, now $1,494)

Marni sound deal with container Bag (Was $1,990, now $796)