Ladies, rejoice. All of us have embraced the low-waisted, muffin-top, wide-belt compatible jeans for almost a decade. Only a few of us have truly enjoyed it. And not only did they put a big picture frame around the nation’s backfat, they completely cut our bodies in half- creating disproportional and chunky silhouettes across the country.

But now- following the trends of the high-waisted belts, our legs will look longer, our waists thinner, our torsos proportionate, and our outfits a whole lot more interesting. Enter the Era of Chaos High Waisted Trouser Jean.

Found only in select boutiques, like LF stores in LA (we got our pair from a lovely stylist named Jessica on Robertson Blvd.), Era of Chaos produces extra-stretchy, versatile, super-forgiving, FLATTERING pairs of jeans. Worn with a silk drap-ey top tucked-in (imagine that!) and giant wedges, we can put a whole new spin on our ensembles. And also secretly feel like Charlie’s Angels.

www.lfstores.com

There’s nothing like Americanized sushi. You think you’ll get the authentic rolls, but end up with something full of bananas and nuts or other random glorified crap. At Stingray, one can experience great sushi in a hip and modern atmosphere. Once you step into this trendy restaurant you’ll notice unique colors, cutting-edge décor, an upbeat energy and traditional Japanese eats.

And if you’re in need of some RnR and a few drinks after a long day at work, Stingray Sushi offers a great Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. With no forks or lame menus to be seen.

www.stingraysushi.com

How much does the average woman on the Sun.Sea.Strip spend on pedicures each year? Either the desert is beating against our toes, the salty ocean is drying out our soles, or the trek up and down the strip each week is wrecking heel havoc. Let’s see what repair costs amount to.

(Two trips to the spa per month)*(an average spa cost of $45)* (12 months a year)= $1080 on nice toes.

That’s a lot.

In our experience, these softening socks by Bliss can prolong a pedicure for up to a month, in just 20 easy minutes a week. The gel-like polymer interior feels like walking on comfy mousepads, creates an airtight seal around your piggies, and force-feeds those tootsies with all sorts of good oils and vitamins. And there’s that added bonus of keeping lotion and stuff from getting all over. Your polish chips less, your feet stay soft and you don’t have to ever really face that toenail fungus.

Slip into a pair and divide that pedicure price tag in half.

www.blissworld.com.

Looking for new fragrance for summer that makes you feel ethereal and glorious? The newest fragrance from Lolita Lempicka, “L de Lempicka,� will be the crown jewel upon your sunkissed, beachy head. Not only does it look as magical as a little gem, it smells fresh and oriental- a combination that’s hard to nail.

Concocted from a blend of everlasting flower, bitter orange, cinnamon, vanilla and precious woods, you’re sure to feel as whimsical and majestic as a little garden nymph on a hot summer night in Neverland.

At all major department stores.

 

Ladies, will your boyfriends ever love this.

As we’ve all seen, the evolution of underwear has taken us from the bloomer and granny panty eras, where women wore giant girdles and sucked their stomachs in with great force, to now, where there’s really no telling what is going on under there.

We’ve seen the simple bikini era of the 80’s and 90’s and the in-your-face thong era Miss Britney Spears headlined by putting her stringy underthings on display. Now people are dropping the elastic altogether and sticking with cotton “Commandos.�

Yes, you can now go free and easy with no undies at all. Just a simple stick-on cotton patch will separate you from your dingy denim. You’ll be comfortable, breezy and it just may help your love life prosper.

www.gocommandos.com

 

Sleeping alone in a big cold bed. Having to caulk your own tub. Valentine’s Days alone. A significant lack of fine jewelry. There are a lot of reasons to hate being by yourself, but these little guys will help you remember that you are not alone in your single status.

Singelringen’s are Swedish rings which are worn as a declaration of Singleness. The silver crescent shown on the side is to represent remaining open to the world and other people.

All Singletons who buy these little aqua acrylic and sterling-silver beauties will then have the opportunity to register their name and ring number (that’s right, they’re numbered) in the Sindelringen community, where they can receive community news, an e-mail address and much more.

Not only are they an international phenomenon and really cool looking, but they’ve recently become a celebrity favorite. The Girls Next Door, Mario Lopez, Maria Menounos and Wilmer Valderrama have all been seen sporting them. Katie Holmes was spotted wearing one recently too, proving that they can also be worn as an announcement of separation from nutjob husbands.

www.us.singelringen.com

 

Nobody likes the wet center of a brownie. The edges are the best- chewy and easy to get out of the pan, with a deeper flavor and richer texture. But they’re limited. And no matter how long they’re cooked, every pan has a drippy, muddy center.

Until now.

Bakers Edge has created every baked-good lover’s dream. A mazelike pan that creates nothing but edge pieces. It’ll provide your local bake sale with a bountiful supply of award-winning tasty treats and your friends with mouthfuls of cavities.

Bon Appetit!

www.fredflare.com

You know everybody thought your home videos from Spain were just enthralling. After this little test, you might not be so sure anymore.

Apparently, most people are pretty bad at catching fake smiles. Maybe it is better if we don’t know how each other really feel. That way, you can pretend you like your mother-in-law’s gifts to you, and during parent conferences you’ll believe your son’s teacher that he’s her favorite one in the class.

Take this little quiz to see exactly how susceptible to fake smiles you are. If you got lower than a 10/20 you should probably bring somebody with you the next time you buy a car so you don’t get totally ripped off.

www.bbc.co.uk/science/humanbody/mind/surveys/smiles/index.shtml

There’s just something about Chloe- maybe it’s the giant ad spreads that look like swinging 60’s parties, maybe it’s the models with the perfectly feathered-looking hair, golden tans and beautiful leather purses, or maybe it’s the fact that one item costs more than most people spend on rent each month. It’s hard to put your finger on, but it’s undeniable. You know it when you see it.

These shades are the epitome of the French glamour Chloe stands for. You can get away with wearing anything else because they completely legitimize you as fashionable. Throw ‘em on with the skuzziest sweats and tank top, and you’ll still look as glam as you would if you actually had showered. I dare you to find an outfit in your closet that these wonders can’t make cooler.

$330? Small price to pay to look like a celebrity.

www.chloe.com

Need a fashionable gift for your earthy friend from Portland who’s constantly lecturing you about plastic bags and biodegradable materials? Here you go- a statement bag from Anya Hindmarch, complete with an earth-friendly message. Who wouldn’t use (and reuse) a tote that works at the grocery store, work or the pool? And get this- it’s not made out of plastic. For only $15, this limited-edition, highly-coveted, unbleached-cotton tote can be yours.

The only problem? The mind-bogglingly long waiting lists you may have to endure. London Anya Hindmarch store sold out in 20 minutes earlier this year. But hop in line- a few hours of waiting is a small price for saving the planet.

www.anyahindmarch.com