We're back at the Milan Furniture Fair with Ginny Snook Scott, chief design officer of California Closets and our trendspotter. In case you missed it, yesterday she covered storage inspiration as found on the show floor. Today, she reports back on all the cool lighting on display to make rooms and pieces of your home shine. Check out Ginny's Instagram photos and see the new and trendy lighting Read more

While we think every month should be treated like Earth Month, it is important to shine a little extra light on the people, places, and things that go the extra mile to support totally chic, sustainable practices and causes. We've already sung the praises of these 10 feel-good fashion efforts, but it's time to hone in on our favorite April eco finds, let you in on what some brands are up to Read more

The Oscars are today, and we can't wait to root for our favorite nominated ladies like Melissa McCarthy. But as we look forward to the women who'll shine on the 2012 Academy Awards red carpet, we also look back to the women who've paved the way. In light of the recently released study that points out a majority of the Academy voters are white men, we're even more proud of Hollywood's girl power. Read more

Frills, feathers, sheerness, and shine: Karl Lagerfeld's Spring 2012 collection for Chanel had all the feminine indulgences, presented in a dreamy, under-the-sea setting. Models strode the runway in 80 looks, most of them rendered in a soft palette — silver, seafoam green, blush — and walked against a white backdrop filled with shapes from the sea, like seaweed and coral. They wore pearls in Read more

Donny Deutsch, the renegade advertising exec and frequent morning television show guest, talks a big game on air, and apparently at home, too. After five years of renovations, the adman opened the doors of his contemporary Upper East Side townhouse to Architectural Digest, revealing a light-filled home outfitted with plenty of glass and modern furniture. The shining glory of the home, the fourth Read more

That loud beep-beep-beep coming from your alarm clock at the crack of dawn marks the start of a new day. Personally, that sound makes it that much more difficult for me to rise and shine in the morning. So here's an idea: trade in your annoying alarm clock with one that wakes you up naturally with light. That way, your body will slowly wake up with the gradual increase of light. I was fortunate Read more

The Las Vegas lights got a little brighter tonight with the stars of country music shining on the red carpet at the 46th annual Academy of Country Music Awards. Nominee and performer Carrie Underwood arrived in a floor length purple gown while Nicole Kidman chose a sexy black dress to escort Keith Urban. Taylor Swift took a break from touring to get in on the action and Julianne Hough made the Read more

This year at the Oscars, we spotted some of Hollywood's finest looking pretty in pink and purple. We love how Queen Latifah looked exquisite in a jewel-encrusted light purple frock; Vera Farmiga stunned in a bright fuchsia gown by Marchesa; and Jennifer Lopez shined in a light pink confection by Armani Prive. It's all very girlie with a glamorous touch. Keep on to see more pink and purple hues! Read more