Last March, I interviewed jewelry designer, Sara Reichert of 1 O.A.K. by Sara. I love her beautiful pieces that feature both new and vintage materials and are worn by celebrities like Mia and Jaime Pressley.

1 O.A.K. by Sara is handcrafted jewelry inspired by the people, places and objects that embody every day.  Every piece is created by mixing fine quality beads or crystals with base metals or 14 kt gold-filled elements.  Vintage pieces are also added for just the right sparkle and shape resulting in a variety of unique and pretty accessories – truly defining you as 1 Of A Kind.

Take a look a this picture of Jaime Pressley wearing  the Coco necklace cute and casual sweater and knit cap…..

Isn’t it beautiful?  It’s made with Swarovski glass pearls, Swarovski crystals, 14K gold filled beads, and hung on a 14K gold filled chain. It measures 31.5 inches and it’s adjustable. The Coco necklace is $300 and it’s part of the Hollywood & Vine Collection.

Here’s a close up of the necklace…

Image credit: 1 O.A.K. by Sara

Are you planning any romantic getaways this holiday season? Even if your plans are keeping you close to home, don’t forget to take the time to slow down and reconnect with your partner. One sure-fire reconnection idea is to give a massage.
I’m a certified massage therapist, but you don’t need to go to school to learn how to give your partner a loving massage. Keep the following tips in mind…..
*Gather your supplies before you get started. Once you begin the massage, it’s jarring to the person you are massaging if you have to step away. A massage therapist tries to keep …read more

The November 2009 issue of Real Simple features Pencil Skirts in the “Fit Lab.” I wear skirts or dresses all the time (even when I go camping).  Pencil skirts are a favorite of mine. They cut a confident, sexy silhouette that is easily worn by many different figure types.
Real Simpleaddressed the hourglass figure, the slim or straight figure, full thighs and hips, or a tummy.  Keep the folowing ideas in mind when shopping for a skirt:
*For an hourglass, chose a skirt that skims your figure, but is not tight. Pick a skirt that hits below the belly button. A higher …read more

John Masters Organics carries a full line of organic products for hair, skin, body, and pets. Yes, pets. His Eucalyptus & Tea Tree Dogpoo is endorsed by PETA and contains natural ingredients that help your dog to have a beautiful, healthy, shiny coat, without irritating dog’s sensitive skin.  It naturally wards off both fleas and ticks with fragrant Citronella and Eucaplytus.
The dog shampoo is cruelty-free and  John Masters will donate a $1 from the sale of each bottle to the Animal Haven  no-kill sanctuary in New York City.
Eucalyptus & Tea Tree Dogpoo
$20 for 16 ounces
Below is a list of some …read more

Popmomo. I love that name. I can’t read it or say it without it bringing a smile to my face. The name stands for post-postmodern movement. Here are a couple of men’s tees from Popomomo.

Redwood Temple Tee
$57
Redwood tree as eco-warrior? Interesting, whatever it is. This natural-colored, organic cotton tee is available in a men’s size small to extra-large.
The productof an artful collaboration between Popomomo and Isis Aquarian of The Source (a Hollywood-based spiritual “family” that began in the late Sixties). Peace-promoting and thought-provoking….
Okay, so maybe not warrior-ish. Do you have any ideas?

Ring of Fire Tee
$57
Interesting art work again. Star. Third …read more

Golden Path Alchemy puts a lot of thought, planning, and work into making a quality natural skin care product. All products are made with pure ingredients, “food for the skin.” These ingredients are local, organic, and all products are handmade into small batches, so that they remain fresh. They are vegan and only tested on humans, never animals.
Golden Path Alchemy says…
We are the only company that synergistically combines gem and flower essences, therapeutic grade essential oils, Chinese and Western medicinals and botanicals uniting Eastern, Western, modern and ancient techniques to transform the skin.
Golden Path Alchemy sent me a variety of …read more

Etsy weekend shopping… The Ella Phante shop features custom-made, to your measurement, clothing. The clothing is available in both organic and non-organic materials. For your reading enjoyment, Natural Beauty, let’s focus on the organic section…

Peasant-Sleeved Shrug
$70
Do you dread leaving your favorite Summer favorites behind? How about extending the life of those sleeveless tops with this shrug made in an organic cotton/bamboo lycra jersey.  It features a 4-way stretch that grows softer with each and every wash. It’s shown here in a charcoal-gray and black. It also comes in an ivory and lavender, but the ad says you can chose …read more

I used to be a hairdresser. I loved the job, but I quit it when I became a stay-at-home mom.  I still cut the hair of family and friends (and myself, it’s tricky, but I rarely trust anyone else), but I only do it for fun now. Hair is usually the first thing that I notice when I meet a person. I’m not a style-snob, but I’m no fan of dirty hair, no matter what the excuse. Dirty hair does not look attractive, it smells bad, and can lead to breakouts. Yuck.
I read some advice in a magazine the other …read more

I was looking back through my posts and I see that I write about mineral makeup a lot. A whole lot. Ladies, there is more to eco-friendly, good-for-you-beauty, than mineral makeup. Here are a few options that I found at Sephora…
Tarte Smooth Operator SPF 20
$35
Smooth Operator is an oil-free foundation that gives a light to medium coverage. It has a light feel on your skin, “…”water-in-silicone” formula blends into your skin as easily as a moisturizer…”  It’s formulated without Sulfates, Synthetic Fragrances, Synthetic Dyes, Petro-Chemicals, or Phthalates.  It is made with antioxidant ingredients like Vitamin A, C, or E.
 

 
Korres Wild …read more

Holiday season is approaching at a rapid pace. It’s a busy time of year – lots of plans, shopping, entertaining, parties.  What are you going to wear? Here are a collection of Little Black Dresses that are eco-friendly, as well as beautiful.

Alana Dress – Black
On sale for $74, was $148
This dress by Kelly B is right on trend with it’s single shoulder construction. A ruffle runs from under one arm and across the chest to the shoulder.
It’s made of a combination of hemp with a little spandex to hold it’s shape. It’s machine washable, too.
Here’s a peek at the back …read more