A friend mentioned The Lucky Shopping Manual to me recently, and I just had the chance to check it out.  In this fashion handbook, you will find really useful tips such as:

• which pieces comprise a complete wardrobe
• how to mix and match various pieces
• which items are worth splurging on and which are not
• practical techniques on how to care for and maintain your clothing
• ideas for smart packing
• suggestions on where to shop around the country
• and much more

The editors of Lucky Magazine really packed a lot of advice into this manual, and I think you will enjoy it and benefit from it if you check it out.

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If you’re with child - or plan to be sometime down the line - you have to check out Isabella Oliver.  These are some of the most stylish and glamorous maternity clothes I have seen.  The wrapping and ruching that are the Isabella Oliver signature and that are seen in most of the pieces makes you look fabulous throughout your entire pregnancy and even in the few months following delivery.  Here are some of my favorite items:

The Portrait Top

The Duo Sleeveless Wrap Dress (it’s reversible!)

The Cap Wrap Around Top

IO Jeans

Twist Swimsuit

The Wrap Column Dress

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My favorite look for the summer is the caftan.  Not only is it sophisticated and stylish, it is also comfortable!  The caftan is also multi-purpose: it can serve as a cover-up at the pool or beach, cozy lounging attire at home, and perhaps even a cute running around outfit.  Below are some of my favorite caftan looks.  Keep in mind that caftans are available at every price point; one of the ones I have is from Old Navy, and I love it!  I am afraid I could not find it online to include it in my caftan guide below though.

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How about one of these unconventional rugs to add some LuSHHus style to your home?  I’m especially interested in the custom rug option…perhaps a "LuSHHus" rug for the home office???!!!  To see all the designs and color options available, click here.

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Cupcakes are all the rage lately.  There are blogs (such as this one) dedicated to the small cake, there are scores of books devoted to the matter, and there are plenty of recipes for the dessert available lots of places such as here and here.  And now, there is the perfect way to present your cupcake.  I love these stylish cupcake wrappers.  These laser-cut holders are intricate and flawless, and there are designs for every occasion you can imagine.  Find the perfect cupcake wrapper for your next get-together here, and then you can be certain you have the most stylish cupcake presentation possible.

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I love the color blue so I’ve picked some very stylish blue fashion finds for today’s style segment.  I hope you like them as much as I do.

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I think these high-gloss lacquer boxes are so fun and stylish.  Get them at Vivre for just $25.  Choose yellow, red, orange, or green. 

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It’s Tax Day!  I hope you’re getting a refund.  And, if so, I hope you are saving most of it!  But in case you want to shop, I thought I’d share the news of this freebie gift with purchase from Neimans.  Buy any Tory Burch handbag and get a Tory Burch lucite cuff bracelet free. 

I especially like the rattan clutches above, but the totes below are cute too!

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I am not usually the "novelty" type person.  In other words, I don’t prefer cutesy, silly things.  But, in spite of that, I fell in love with these bunny slippers as soon as I laid eyes on them.  Perhaps it’s because Mr. LuSHHus calls me "Bunny" or perhaps it’s the fact these appear to be so well made and are just plain adorable.  Whatever the reason, I really want these slippers!

I also found some other slippers at the same site that are pretty cute.  I like these for the Yorkie lover.

And these are cute for just about anyone interested in catching some ZZZZs.

Head on over to the Bunny Slippers website now to see if there are any fun, silly, comfy slippers for you!

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April’s here!  That may mean rainy days for some of us, so I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite rain gear.  Check it out!

Stay Dry!

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I knew I’d love everything about The Merry Martini when I learned its motto: Everyday is an Occasion…Celebrate in Style!  How LuSHHus is that?!  There are many fun and stylish finds at The Merry Martini, but I had to tell you about one item in particular: a set of cleaning gloves and drying gloves. 

I love the idea of tending to the dishes in these.  I’d like to think my husband would wear one pair and I’d wear another (and I think that’s a good bet knowing him!). 

Buy these for yourself or give them as a gift for your favorite hostess, cook, new homeowner, or newly married couple!  And take advantage of a very special offer for living a LuSHHus life readers…get 20% off with the promotion code LUSHHUS.  This offer expires 7/31/08.

Enjoy!

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I want two of these in my dining room.  No ifs, ands, or buts about it.  They make the perfect fun-but-beautiful statement.  You can find them here; and you don’t have to polish them!!!

All the best,

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