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Barbie Celebrates Her 50th in a Jonathan Adler Dream House

CasaSugar — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:00:18 -0700

Happy Birthday, Barbie! It's been 50 years since Barbie was first introduced at the New York Toy Fair, and she's still as stylish as ever. Tonight she celebrates the big 5-0 with a star-studded birthday bash (orchestrated by celeb event planner Colin Cowie) at a real 3,500-square-foot Malibu Dream House decorated by Jonathan Adler, complete with a pink carpet entrance. The digs have been outfitted with "skirted, corseted, lace-up dress chairs, a chandelier, a closet filled with thousands of shoes, a sunburst mirror made from 65 Barbie dolls, and a garage that includes a real Barbie Volkswagen New Beetle car (all pink with a motorized, pop up vanity in the trunk)," in addition to a Barbie museum dedicated to displaying the original iconic doll, among other famous dolls. If this rendering of the living room by Jonathan Adler is any sign, Barbie's Dream House is one coveted crib, and her fête will be a memorable one.
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Roundup: Stylish Finds at HSN

CasaSugar — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:00:54 -0700

The Home Shopping Network has bewildered me since the '90s. I never understood the phenomenon, why people get so attached to it . . . and more importantly, why people would buy all that crap. But, as it turns out, HSN does actually sell some stylish items, particularly in the home décor department. Interior designer Nate Berkus, beloved by Oprah Winfrey, carries an exclusive home collection with the retailer-cum-television-network, as well as textile designer John Robshaw and party planner to the stars Colin Cowie. HSN actually also has a handful of both classic and trendy pieces that are quite stylish, I must say, but not necessarily by a recognizable brand.

Curious if HSN's home items could fit into your casa? Then read more.
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Steal of the Day: John Robshaw Pondicherry Duvet

CasaSugar — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 15:00:35 -0700

Back in October, I rounded up some stylish finds at HSN, and was surprised to see designs by Nate Berkus, John Robshaw, and Colin Cowie in store. Well, I just revisited and found a slew of stylish finds on sale, and I couldn't help but pass the word along. I'm loving this John Robshaw Pondicherry Duvet ($99.95, reduced from $200). Its soft, teal, hand-blocked medallion print is light and beachy - great for a Summer house. The duvet has a button closure, hand-stitched detailing, and is made from 400 thread count Egyptian cotton. It's definitely a steal if I ever saw one.