Most of us have very hectic lifestyles, so the one thing that is my daily therapy, my own personal 20 minute sanctuary, is my shower time. When I’m in the shower, it’s one of the few moments in my life where I can relax and peacefully be alone with myself and my thoughts. It is a time I set aside everyday in which I pamper myself, and where I can be aware and appreciate and really celebrate the physical aspect of being a woman.

I find my time in the shower to be pretty self-indulgent. It’s very rare for me to use bar soap on my body, since shower gel is one of my guilty pleasures, and can be quite a decadent habit in view of the fact that there is an entire universe of shower gels out there varying in fragrance, consistency, color, concentration, price, formulation, etc., and as we find out in next week’s Top Shower Gel Picks. So this week, I’m going to show you how to make your money stretch in the shower by stretching your shower gel.

What to buy: Foaming cleanser product in a “pump” type of container like

Bath and Bodyworks Antibacterial Gentle Foaming Hand Soap, $5 each or 3 for $10 or

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One of the new features at the M.I.S.S. Crew camp is our calendar. Don’t know what’s going on this weekend? From sample sales to partays, to art openings and trunk sales, we’ve got you covered in different cities. Check it!

Yup, yet another dope shop opening on the Fairfax hot block: Hall of Fame caters to those looking for the illest Fitteds. Brought to you by the guys behind Kendo, they will offer only the “creme de la creme” of Fitteds, as well as their own in house Hall of Fame line. Opens tomorrow - get there early - there’ll be lines!

You know it wasn’t the end of it haha…next in line for the designer collaboration is Christian Lacroix for La Redoute. Lacroix gets more indepth, not only will he design clothes but also designs furniture and home decor items for the Fall catalogue. According to WWD, there will be 35 items by the designer and they are priced well within reach, from 15 euros, or $20.15, for a stuffed-creature key chain, up to 985 euros, or $1,325, for a striped armchair and ottoman set. Other items include a ruffled trenchcoat, a silk taffeta dress with a lace apron overlay and a pair of cowboy-inspired boots. Prices range from 150 to 250 euros, or $201.75 to $336.25. A handbag and unisex travel bag also feature in the compact collection, priced at 90 and 180 euros, respectively, or $121.05 and $242.10. They will be available to La Redoute’s European customers from mid-July.

The range of items for the home is more extensive, from towels, bed linens and tableware to occasional chairs, light fixtures, rugs and screens — all blending Lacroix’s Baroque touches with contemporary design.

Lily Cole has been tapped for the catalogue shoot and for the animated Web conten devoted to his guest collection, also an e-commerce site dedicated to this at www.christianlacroixpourlaredoute.com. More info forthcoming…

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Cartier has brought back the Love Charity bracelet with new celebrity ambassadors to continue their efforts to help raise funds and awareness for important organizations. The new Love Charity bracelet features an 18K white gold miniature Love bracelet with the world Love and accented with two signature screw motifs. It is set into a knotted silk cord available in various colors, with each cord designating support of a unique cause. The Love Charity bracelet is available for $475 with $100 per bracelet benefiting its corresponding charity. On Love Day, June 8th, 10% of all sales from the Love collection will be benefit the partnered organizations. The Cartier Love Collection, including the Love Charity bracelets, is available in Cartier’s 34 boutiques across the U.S. and Canada. For more information, please visit www.cartier.com or call 1.800.CARTIER.

The new group of prominent ambassadors to join the 2007 endeavor includes:

• Faith Hill and Tim McGraw for the Neighbor’s Keeper Foundation - chocolate brown bracelet
• Djimon Hounsou for SOS Children’s Villages - deep copper bracelet
• Eva Mendes for The Art of Elysium - navy bracelet
• Julianne Moore for the Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance - lavender bracelet
• Rihanna for Believe - sea foam green bracelet
• Usher for the New Look Foundation - gold bracelet
• Rachel Weisz for The Constant Gardener Trust - lilac bracelet
• Elie Wiesel for The Elie Wiesel Foundation for Humanity - yellow bracelet

Graff Artist, INSA, has just released two new “fetish” tees. One for the ladies and one for your man! Act fast as only 100 of each are being made and as with all super-limited edition items, once they are gone they are gone. Don’t know about you but I am thinking Nike better take note and get on producing that Dunk stiletto!!! The idea of a dunk high heel is just crazy!! Crazy Good!

Who better to play legendary fashion designer Gabrielle Coco Chanel than the stylish and beautiful Parisian actress Audrey Tautou. The film is yet to be named and will begin shooting early next year. According to Variety, “The film which will focus on Chanel’s childhood and early womanhood, was especially conceived with Tautou in mind.”

Finally, a film about the woman who revoluntionized the fashion industry and who’s elegance women all over the world attempt to emulate!

For more info about the movie check out the article on Variety.com

Extended hours for nails!! These girls don’t mess around so go get your nails did and get your shop on!

Our very own Retrogurl of Nitrolicious fame interviewed Lanie from Hellz Bellz and it’s a must read. Lanie talks about her history in the biz and her thoughts on the industry in general. And you get sneak peaks of really cool stuff to come!! Hellz Bellz Jeans anyone? Letterman jacket? Yes to all of those and more! Check it out here!

Photography: Lynnette Astaire

Look out for Married to the MOB’s Summer ‘07 collection which will hit stores very soon, indeed another cute collection of tees. More info forthcoming…

More pics after the jump…

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