Geometric Rolling Pin

Technically this Geometric Rolling Pin ($15 on sale) is for clay or fondant, but who's to say we can't roll out our cookies with this? We think shortbread with a cool geometric pattern would add a little extra oomph to our gift baskets.

Jeffrey Campbell Carmilla Boot

Feeling a little Victorian? We are after re-watching Sweeney Todd. (We needed a Johnny Depp fix!) Maybe that's why we're drooling over the Jeffrey Campbell Carmilla Boot ($204). Though we may not be able to pull it off with our winter tights and wool coats, this work of art will look pretty fab come spring when we unearth our sundresses and lace shorts!

Nutty Valentine

We love the way our husband's offbeat sense of humor (he calls our cold butt cheeks "ass-cicles"), his squirrel-like obsession with nuts (almonds, pistachios, etc.), and his unnatural obsession with electronics. We're gonna surprise him with this whimsical Nutty Valentine ($4) and a box of Nuts and Chews from See's Candies. We love being married to a nut.

Doubtblush: Sula Paint and Peel Nail Polish

You may have noticed that we're hardly perpetual rays of sunshine around here, but even so, we seem to spend a lot of our time enthusing about one gewgaw or another. Doubtblush exists to make it clear that we do not, in fact, like everything.

Not all nail polish is created equal. And when a company tries to create a superior nail polish and fails, we have to call attention to it. Sula Paint and Peel Polish ($9) seems like a great idea. You apply it, you get bored with it, you peel it off. However, read the fine print. Seeing how it is a water-based polish, it takes a million coats to apply thoroughly; it lacks the chemicals that otherwise even out the color. And not only is the application terrible, you're prohibited from putting your nails under hot water for three hours once it's on. We're sorry, but when we use the restroom, we wash our hands with soap and hot water. And while we could just pee before painting our nails to spare ourselves a polish meltdown, that is far too much foresight required for what should be a simple polish job. Pass.

Nanette Lepore Riviera Stripe Tunic Cover-Up

Headed out for on winter vaycay? We're sure you've got a sexy suit (or two, or three) all picked out and packed, but don't forget about protecting your skin from that tropical sun! Pack a straw hat and this sexy Nanette Lepore Riviera Stripe Tunic Cover-Up ($104). The sailor trend that was so big last year is still going strong, even in the middle of winter!

Harissa Hot Sauce

Swirl in Harissa Hot Sauce ($4) whenever you want to add a kick of spice to a dish. We use it in a Turkish Chicken and Chickpeas dish for extra heat, but it also adds another dimension to hummus, mayonnaise, and Crock-Pots of chili. Keep a tube in the fridge and you'll never wonder how to liven up dinner again.

Echo Design Snakes Silk Scarf

Eep! We love reptiles and the more creepy crawly members of the animal kingdom, but the idea of putting this Echo Design Snakes Silk Scarf ($85) around our necks kind of gives us the willies. It's chic and quirky, but we might leave this one for the Slytherin fangirls.

Paul & Joe Beaute Limited Edition Spring 2012 Face & Eye Color CS

As aspiring and/or full-fledged cat ladies, we obviously love this Paul & Joe Beaute Limited Edition Spring 2012 Face & Eye Color CS ($36). And as cat ladies who work from home sometimes, we're definitely fans of the fact that this eyeshadow doubles as blush (well, okay, not the green one) - it means we can fool people into thinking we actually get some sun every now and then.

Beeswax Aromatherapy Pillar Gift Set

Oooommmm... Oooooommmm... OMG, your house smells heavenly! Maybe it's the Beeswax Aromatherapy Pillar Gift Set ($57) you've been burning. Give your abode a relaxed feel with the scent of 'Harmony' or 'Radiance'. We don't know what those states of being smell like per se, but if these names are accurate we need to buy stock in this company.

Skinnygirl Glamouflage Boudoir Waist Cincher

Remember Bethenny Frankel from The Real Housewives of New York City? She recently launched her collection of chic shapewear and yoga-style loungewear, and we're personally loving the Skinnygirl Glamouflage Boudoir Waist Cincher ($30) because it's a shapewear style we wouldn't be embarrassed by should we happen to be seen in our skivvies.

Fit Body Yoga DVD

Some of us are still recovering from our holiday benders. Some of us still can't fit into our favorite jeans. Some of us need to pop in the Fit Body Yoga DVD ($15) to get ourselves balanced again... some of us, um, right here.

Mini Cable Car Kit

Are you looking for new ways to keep your kids entertained without resorting to video games and Disney movies? We always are. This rad Mini Cable Car Kit ($12) teaches kids about the mechanics of a pulley system while transporting traveling dolls, cargo, or secret notes back and forth. Oh, how we wish our dolls had had a cable car to ride.

Korres Mattifying Treatment

On the weekends, we prefer to run around town au naturel sans makeup and certainly sans heels (with the exception of mascara, which we literally never leave home without). However, without our usual foundation and powder routine, our skin gets pretty shiny by the end of Sunday brunch. Korres Mattifying Treatment ($38) is part moisturizer, part skin soother, all mattify-er. We can maintain our makeup-free weekend without sacrificing a shine-free face. We'll be inviting this one for mimosas and eggs benny next weekend, for sure.

PS Do you see that amazing pump action tube they've used here? Sooo smart.

Personal Shopper: Garnet and Gold for Angela

Angela writes: "My husband is finally graduating from college and I need an amazing dress. Much like wedding pictures, I feel like these are going to around of the rest of our lives so I want to look good and timeless. Price range should be no more than 150 dollars. I generally like blues, greens and teal however I wouldnt be opposed to going garnet and gold to represent FSU. I dont like to go too trendy and I prefer things to be a very classic looking dress. Work your magic!"

Seeing how you and I met on that gorgeous Tallahassee campus, it was only right that I do your Personal Shopper. I know that you just got married and have dogs that consume every spare dollar you make, so hopefully these gorgeous dresses fit your style and budget needs.
GO FSU!! That is all.

1. Windy City Dress ($65)
2. Polka Dot 50s Dress ($55)
3. Kaliko Tuck Waist Shift Dress ($52)
4. All That Glimmers Dress ($138)
5. Ruffle Front Clean Dress ($32)
6. Button Tie Dress ($75)
7. Cinderella Party Dress ($84)
8. Too Much Fun Dress ($78)

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Magzilla here: When I'm not busy eating my way to the bottom of a ginger candy bag, I'm tweezing my eyebrows. I prefer the hard core body modification scene but can also appreciate a ruffle or bow when I see one. Beauty and barrels of maternity/kid crap are my specialties. When you need help finding the right shade of eyeliner to match that new shade of "I haven't slept in days" tint your skin gets after a baby or four, call on me. Loudly.

Lomography La Sardina Camera and Flash

While it's true that every cell phone has a camera, there is something wonderful about using a real film camera to capture a moment. Unleash your artistic side with the Lomography La Sardina Camera and Flash ($110). Aside from the fact that it comes in a super cool print, you also get four color filters for the flash, a manual, and a photo book. We need no more convincing.

Colorful Moroccan Tea Glasses

Ever since our trip to Egypt we've been hankering for a glass of hibiscus tea in a bright tea glass. These Colorful Moroccan Tea Glasses ($8 each) fit the bill and would make cool statement pieces at your next tea party. Forget the white doilies and pastels - we're going to throw a Moroccan tea party with brilliant glasses, bright linens, mint tea, bowls of dates, and spiced tea cookies.

Cheap Thrill: New York Color Liquid Lipshine

We thought we were done shopping for our spring makeup collection, but clearly we were kidding ourselves. New York Color Liquid Lipshine ($3) is one of those trusty companions you buy a thousand of in case you lose your favorite shade in the bathroom of that new club that opened up on 3rd Ave. Pure pigments and 3D effect shimmer will have your mouth looking like a disco ball in no time. But in a good way, not in that skeevy Eurotrash trying-to-be-funny-but-failing way.

What's a Cheap Thrill? Just our shameless way of getting you to impulse buy! Cheap Thrill items are under $20, including shipping.

His And Hers Flavored Dental Floss

So... assuming you're trying to attract a mate and not scare anyone away, you'd think the bacon floss would be for the girl and cherry floss for the guy. No girl wants to kiss a bacon face, so her man should use the cherry. And all guys love the smell of bacon so it makes sense for the lady to use it. Are we right, or, are we right?

His And Hers Flavored Dental Floss ($5).

Rogue Chocolate Stout

Not that we need an excuse to focus on all things chocolate, but we love having Valentine's Day as our scapegoat for totally overdoing it mid-January through February. Rogue Chocolate Stout ($7) is one of many chocolate goodies on our list. Rich and creamy, this stout has a mellow chocolate flavor and a bittersweet finish. We think it would make a delicious Valentine's gift, or a unique flavor for a chocolate stout cake. Just a thought...

Rugby Stripe Bin

Tuck a few of these inside an old bookshelf to make a modern dresser. Or replace the wicker baskets in your bathroom with these cheerful striped Rugby Stripe Bins ($15). In a perfect world, we imagine, our apartment would stay extra clean and organized if we had these to corral our messes. But, we're realistic enough to recognize that our apartment would just be a much cuter mess.

Parker Sequin Dress

Valentine's Day may be on a random Tuesday this year, but we're steppin' out and making sure our Valentine's jaw will drop to the ground! And we think the Parker Sequin Dress ($264) is just what we need to make it happen.

Physicians Formula Brow Definer Automatic Pencil

Some trends may come and go, but a well groomed brow is always in style. Physicians Formula Brow Definer Automatic Pencil ($6) keeps your brows manicured and tasteful. Rock a Brooke Shields brow by filling in with a shade that is darker than your hair color. Or keep it Kate Winslet simple with some light feathery strokes to create a smooth finish.

Or save your money and shave off your eyebrows altogether. We hear it's a new trend that might be catching on.

Chicken and Egg

Admit it, even the most city-chic of all of us has had one of those "Man, I want a backyard so I can raise chickens and grow a garden" moments. More and more women are re-touching their roots (we're not talking at a salon, people!) and getting back to their homesteading ancestry. In Janice Cole's memoir/cookbook Chicken and Egg: A Memoir of Suburban Homesteading with 125 Recipes ($25) she recounts her experiences of picking a coop and raising chickens, and the joy of finding her first fresh egg. We love that there are both recipes and pages of humorous, real storytelling to snuggle up with. It kinda makes us want to eat an omelet while we read it

Betty Carre Turquoise Drop Earrings

There's something about the rustic finish and simple bezel setting that makes us crave these Betty Carre Turquoise Drop Earrings ($55). We figure we can eat Top Ramen and Tang for a week to fit these into the budget. What a girl does for love!

Pop Daisy Thank You Cards

After all the Christmas presents (we were spoiled this year with awesome homemade gifts and goodies) we're just about out of thank you cards. We plan on replenishing our stock with these cheerful Pop Daisy Thank You Cards ($12) by Heather Bailey. They remind us of vintage prints, and we love the bright colors. So cute!

Who's Your Daddy Star Wars Onesie

We all know who Luke's daddy is. And chances are you know who your baby's daddy is, too. But that doesn't mean the Who's Your Daddy Star Wars Onesie ($16) isn't totally awesome. We'd put it on our kid!

Bobbi Brown Ultra Nude Eye Palette

We were almost getting bored with the nude trend until we saw Bobbi Brown's Ultra Nude Eye Palette ($45). This limited edition collection contains more shades of nude than just Caucasian. We love doing a subtle smokey eye with Stone Eye Shadow (4th from left) and Praline Shimmer Wash Eye Shadow (2nd from left). It is perfect for the office or when meeting up with the new beau for that fabulous wine and cheese tasting you just snagged for 67% off with Groupon.

Pinterest: Now With Even More Outblush!

Sorry dear readers, we are furthering the spell the internet has over you by fueling your addiction to Pinterest*.

Those of you with eagle eyes may have noticed the new Pinterest sharing buttons on Outblush. We wanted to make it easier for you to pin and share all of our fab finds. Just click on that red 'Pin It' button to share your pin with your myriad followers. Now they'll know why you're always so up on current trends!

We also have an official Outblush Pinterest page for your perusing pleasure. Be sure to follow our page! We'll be pinning new fab finds as well as some of the great stuff from Outblush that you might have missed recently.

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Personal Shopper: Something Blue for J.R.

J.R. writes "I am getting married in November of 2012 and I want my 'something blue' to be my shoes! I am looking for a pair of comfortable navy blue shoes to wear under a classic lace and satin dress. I don't want too much fabric on the shoe-so something strappy-ish. I have tried these in navy but the heel is too narrow and I felt wobbly in them. Maybe something with more of a platform?? Help! =) J.R."

Hey J.R.! Carlota here. I'd love to help you find gorgeous shoes and your something blue. Hope you like my pick. XOXO

1 - Nina Freja Pumps $89
2 - Ivanka Trump Alluvia Sandals $65 on sale
3 - Kenneth Cole Reaction Know Way $69
4 - Nina Galiza Sandal $90
5 - rsvp Dakota Pumps $32 on sale
6 - Nina Gathi $89

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Carlota here: I'm a true girly-girl. I love strapless dresses, skinny jeans, basic ribbed tanks, lace intimates, patent peep-toes, jeweled sandals, buttery-soft leather satchels, sparkly pendants....you get the point! I also love to save cash when I can, so consider me your personal concierge when you're looking for luxury-for-less. I also have a crazy husband, two little munchkins (Carlo and Milly) and a furry yellow Lab. All of them are sweet and lovable, but they certainly do occupy a good portion of my day. However I do L-O-V-E shopping with a passion and finding amazing deals for myself as well as others.