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"The Hottest Sisters in the World" - Joanna and Marta Krupa: Ralph Magazine February 2009 (6 photos)

Ralph magazine has dubbed Joanna and Marta Krupa "The Hottest Sisters in the World" in their February 2009 issue. Joanna Krupa was born on April 23, 1979 and is a Polish-American model and actress. Marta is four years younger and newer to the scene. "I’m definitely just starting out. I was more into acting and film and stuff, but everyone was saying, 'You should be a… Continue

Added by Eugene on February 1, 2009 at 11:30pm — 3 Comments

Gemma Ward, Beautiful Young Thing (9 Pics)

Gemma Ward is a 21 year old Australian beauty that stands at 5'10". We've all heard the same story before, she was accompanying her friends to a modeling competition and ended up being scouted out herself. Since her meteoric rise to fame (from the ripe old age of 16), Gemma has strutted the catwalk at shows like Prada, Versace, Gucci, Chanel, Valentino, Alexander… Continue

Added by alice on February 5, 2009 at 11:00am — 4 Comments

Bar Refaeli: 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Cover Girl (10 Photos)

Well hello, Gorgeous! Who snatched up this year's Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover? Well, none other than Leo's main squeeze, 23 year old Israeli model Bar Refaeli. Check out Bar and a bevy of beauties on the Sports Illustrated website.…

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Added by alice on February 10, 2009 at 12:00pm — 6 Comments

Modern Architecture - Tianjin Urban Planning Museum: China (7 photos)

There are so many awesome projects coming out of China these days, we can add this one to the list. de Architekten Cie has won an international invited competition for the Qixing district Urban Planning Museum of Tianjin, China. The building is composed of 3 distinct programs: urban planning museum and offices, New Year's painting gallery and studios, and a conference… Continue

Added by Eugene on February 24, 2009 at 7:00am — 2 Comments

Time to Grub! (6 Pics)

Here is a small collection of my favorite shots from photographer Don Durfee, aka Eye of the Artist on Flickr. I'm drawn to pictures that capture a precise moment, one that we may have missed with the naked eye. In these pictures, we get to see our animal friends do something that we as humans do all… Continue

Added by alice on March 1, 2009 at 11:20am — 5 Comments

Lost Pics of The Beatles & The Stones to be put on display in NYC gallery



I'm a HUGE fan of The Beatles. HUGE. I have a Beatles calendar. They're the background on my laptop. I'm reading their biography by Hunter Davies right now. I have over 2 gigs of Beatles songs on my iTunes. My cellphone's ringtone is "Penny Lane." I can relate specific events in my life to various Beatles songs. My roommate thinks I might have a serious problem. I think I do too.



Nevertheless, she risked the further advancement of my… Continue

Added by Kristin on March 1, 2009 at 6:00pm — 5 Comments

U2 Event Tonight!

To all you U2 fans in LA - Tonight, come and celebrate U2’s twelfth studio album featuring Anton Corbijn’s U2 Photography and his new film, Linear. If there has been one constant in photographer Anton Corbijn's illustrious career it has been the band U2, who he's been collaborating with for over two decades. In fact, he's known to have invented U2’s public image. Corbijin's… Continue

Added by alice on March 2, 2009 at 11:04am — No Comments

Make Love Not War - Steven Meisel (13 photos)

American fashion photographer Steven Meisel stirred up some controversy for this awesome photoshoot he did for Italian Vogue awhile back. His "Make Love Not War" series depicts sweaty, dirty soldiers in the middle of a war-zone interacting with models in a very “heated fashion." Critics say that Steven's images glamorize the war in Iraq, but I think they should just chill… Continue

Added by Eugene on March 3, 2009 at 6:00pm — 2 Comments

Recovering Lazyholic's Personal Reminders (14 Photos)

Sometimes all we need is a swift kick in the arse. But hey, instead of getting your tush all black and blue why not stick up these personal reminders like Recovering Lazyholic has up all around our house? From the mundane things we forget to do to the things that make our life more… Continue

Added by alice on March 13, 2009 at 2:27pm — No Comments

Zach Gold - Captivating Movement (15 photos)

Zach Gold is an awesome fashion and advertising photographer who has the rare ability to freeze really captivating moments in still shots. Graduating from Parsons School of Design in 1995, Zach was one of the first artists in the world to successfully blend the subtle complexities of both camera and computer to produce photorealistic digital art. Here are some of his best… Continue

Added by Eugene on March 17, 2009 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Angels on Earth - Tracy Raver (12 Photos)

Try as you may, you'll never find baby pictures as cute as these! Photographer Tracy Raver describes her style as simple and casual. With quiet observation she captures images that will make you smile and remember those little details so easily forgotten.



Indeed, Tracy does a great job capturing still, silent moments.…



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Added by alice on March 23, 2009 at 4:00pm — 2 Comments

God's Muse: Gisele Bundchen Vanity Fair May 2009 (7 Photos)

Gorgeous 28 year old supermodel Gisele Bundchen graces Vanity Fair's (VF) May 2009 cover. The long legged beauty recently got hitched to New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady in a private twilight ceremony at a Catholic church in Santa Monica. With an estimated worth of over $150 million, Gisele sets her eyes on a new chapter in her life...one of wife and perhaps,… Continue

Added by alice on March 31, 2009 at 4:04pm — 2 Comments

Beautiful Modern Living: SMA Spa (10 Photos)

Even with a little help and a lot of money I don't think I could get my house to look like this but boy, isn't it nice to dream. SMA Spa was founded in 1960 by four experienced entrepreneurs within the furniture sector. Combining the latest technologies and top Italian designers, SMA Spa is now producing a wide range of modern design furniture. Take away all the… Continue

Added by alice on April 14, 2009 at 10:30pm — 1 Comment

Kid Koala Presents: QUIET WORK/ LOUD PARTY Weekend [L.A.] 04.26/27

Kid Koala presents: “Music to Draw to…” in LA

QUIET WORK!

Gallery Nucleus

210 East Main Street

Alahambra 91801

Sunday 04.26

Early night! 5pm until 10 pm.

Quiet people are invited. Bring your own sketchbook/notepad or yarn. No dancing! I'm… Continue

Added by E on April 16, 2009 at 11:16pm — 1 Comment

A Modern, Green, Underground Family Fun House (8 Photos)

British architect Alex Michaelis created an modern, eco-friendly home for him, his wife and his three kids in London. The subterranean fun house was made with his kids in mind; it has everything from a slide to an indoor pool and rock climbing wall. If that's not enough, they also have a foosball table and giant bean bags.



"Everyone in the family was involved… Continue

Added by alice on April 21, 2009 at 4:30pm — 6 Comments

Behind-the-Scenes of J.Crew on CBS' Sunday Morning

Set your DVRs! If you love J.Crew as much as me (that includes you Kristin!) you'll want to check out this special on CBS' Sunday Morning show.



"After being in and out of J. Crew offices for over a year — a lot longer than it takes to put together a women’s… Continue

Added by alice on May 8, 2009 at 10:31am — 2 Comments

Magnificent Modern Murals by El Mac (10 Photos)

El Mac (or The Mac) is a Los Angeles born artist who's been studying art since childhood. He draws inspiration from LA's Mexican and Chicano culture as well as from pin-up and religious art. We love his photorealistic depiction of women and how uses color. Creating unique and one-of-a-kind murals and graffiti, he's been commissioned to paint all across the US as well… Continue

Added by alice on May 14, 2009 at 4:30pm — 2 Comments

Sweet, Sensual Looks - Julia Pogodina (6 Photos)

I just love it when the lighting, the colors and the hair and makeup all come together beautifully. Julia Pogodina is a fashion photographer who moved from Moscow to New York in 2005 to pursue her dream. After seven years of being a corporate lawyer she quit her office job and became a freelance fashion photographer. Way to pursue your dream!



For this… Continue

Added by alice on May 18, 2009 at 12:15pm — No Comments

@HyattConcierge Launches: The First Global, 24/7 Concierge Service on Twitter

Hyatt Hotels CEO Mark Hoplamazian's just announced HyattConceirge, the very first global 24/7 concierge service by a hotel.

Through HyattConcierge, Hyatt's skilled guest service professionals will respond to guests’ questions, needs and concerns, any time, any place, through Twitter - before, during and after their stay.



As Hoplamazian states,… Continue

Added by alice on May 19, 2009 at 11:30am — 2 Comments

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