While we're used to seeing Olivia Wilde in pretty bohemian gowns or sexy dresses, the actress showed off a different style on the red carpet at the Cowboys and Aliens premiere in the UK. Taking a turn towards the classics, Olivia donned a black and white sheer polka-dot Gucci gown paired with Brian Atwood pumps, red lipstick and a bumped-up hairdo. Look closely and you'll notice her dress is far Read more

Over the years, I've seen a few different variations of this style of table made from real books. Some are held together with a belt of some sort, some are literally drilled together, and others are encased in acrylic. Whatever the case, it's a unique way to put dusty books that aren't in use to work. Some literature-lovers might say the unorthodox storage damages the books or it makes them Read more

There's something slightly magical about the bright color and powerful fragrance of a big bouquet of lavender. For years we've been raving about lavender-infused cocktails, and now lavender is making its way into many home chefs' kitchens for the first time. And it's not just sitting pretty in a bouquet. Lavender is part of herbes de Provence, but this flower is beginning to stand alone as a Read more

The good people at Bondtoo in NYC have released The Times of New York Candle ($65). Just as the name implies, the candle smells like — you guessed it — a freshly printed copy of the iconic paper. Late designer Tobias Wong had originally conceptualized the scent, but friends recently paid homage to him with a limited release of these candles. I can't decide. I love the familiar scent of the Read more

Healthful Southern food may sound like a paradox, but for Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, it's now a reality. The Atlanta-based fast food chain has just launched a new, diet-friendly "Louisiana Leaux — Get up & Geaux!" menu, with a focus on foods that contain fewer calories, less fat, and lower sodium. On the menu: a meal of seasoned chicken tenders, green beans, and toasted baguette roll; a Read more

Hamburg-based photographer Julia Hoersch shot this stunning photograph of a dining table prêt for a meal, featuring two laundry detergent bottles used as vases for hydrangea and other pretty petals. The color palette is flawless, and I love the way the orangey-red and blue bottles stand out against the deep teal blue wall. That said, while the unusual vase alternative is a suprising, memorable Read more

One of the highlights of the weekend at the Food and Wine Classic in Aspen was a party on Saturday night hosted by Wines of Germany. At the event, I sipped countless Rieslings and was blown away by how much I enjoyed the crisp, refreshing, and somewhat floral whites. Rieslings are affordable, versatile, and very food-friendly. I drink them all the time, but am wondering: what's your take on the Read more

The glossy white ceiling of this Coogee Beach, Sydney, home is by no means subtle. It's flashy and reflective, snazzy and arresting. But it works because the home — complete with a dreamy interior courtyard — has been designed to the nines. An "unfinished" room could not pull this off; it'd be like wearing a khaki shirtdress with rhinestone Louboutins. I would consider this effect in a Read more

We didn't get a glimpse of Mila Kunis on the red carpet, but the actress just made a seriously hot appearance on stage. With Justin Timberlake at her side, the actress stepped out to present in a gold, sequined Balmain mini, a slouchy black tee, and a pair of nude platforms. To finish it all off, she kept her locks sleek and super straight, completing the effortlessly sexy effect. Your Read more

Leave it to Jessica Szohr to make a statement on the red carpet! The actress hit the MTV Movie Awards in a paisley-print jumpsuit from Alice + Olivia's Fall 2011 collection, accessorizing with a shimmery gold clutch. She wore her hair loose and straight, with her bangs pinned back, and opted for a bit of rosy pink gloss and matching blush. Jessica may have taken a risk with this look, standing Read more