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Home Style: 11 Outdoor Lighting Ideas To Create the Perfect Mood

As every stylish gal knows, lighting is everything. Skin never looks as flawless, eyes never as sparkly, necks never as slender as in the forgiving glow of candles, lanterns, and other outdoor lights. Perfect lighting can transform any outdoor space into a magical spot for a meal, party, or romantic tête-à-tête. From modern, light-up cube stools to festive string lights to Greek Isle-worthy lanterns, check out my slideshow for lighting ideas that'll keep you and your outdoor space looking sexy into the wee hours of the night.

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Nest Style: "Milk Gone Bad" Lamps Are Good Non-Dairy Fun!

When they're turned off, Milk Gone Bad table lamps look like modern, minimalist pop-art sculpture. But when you turn them on, a colorful world of moldy monsters makes the lamps instant conversation pieces. The limited edition lamps are the first partnership between Italian design team Anatomic Factory (they did the milk carton, which ships flat) and illustrator Bombo (the creator of the cute moldy monsters). I ordered one for each of my kids - they'll look perfect in their bedrooms, and the light is so diffuse, they may even work as nightlights. Click SEE SLIDESHOW for all eight versions.

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Next Big Thing: Salvadoran Designer Eugenio Menjívar's rECOlector Lamps

You'll never look at an egg carton the same way, at least not if designer Eugenio Menjívar has anything to say about it! I met the 28-year-old "eco-experimental" designer at last week's International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York City. And of all the designers showing some truly amazing (and expensive) stuff, Eugenio's ingenious use of the simple egg carton, along with scrap metal salvaged in his home of San Salvador, was the best example I saw of true design melded with our new knowledge that we must conserve our resources now, before it's too late. Click READ MORE for my interview with Eugenio, and SEE SLIDESHOW for more pics from his rECOlector CH07 collection.

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Who Let The Dogs In? 10 Pup-Inspired Items You'll Want To Go Fetch

If your idea of dog decor is a haphazard arrangement of slobbery tennis balls and muddy paw prints, well, you've got the wrong idea! I've come up with ten dog-inspired home decor pieces that will have you jumping up and down and begging for more, and from quirky canine sculptures to lamps and even furniture, you're sure to find a treat you love. They're perfect for the dog enthusiast, or anyone craving some offbeat, artistic flair in their home. Click SEE SLIDESHOW for 10 doggie decor items you'll want to go fetch!

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Today's Top 10 Hive Finds

It's safe to say that spring is definitely in the air! It's also in our closets, all over our favorite tops, and now it's moved on in to today's top 10 finds! So soak up the striped tops and hats that take casual chic to a whole new level, and check out the jackets that will make those breezy spring days even lovelier. And when you're ready to bring it inside, we've got a few lamps and a shelf that'll bring a little spring to your room. But if we had to choose, our favorite pick is the orange chain handbag by Josep Font. Take a look at my SLIDESHOW to see why we're craving it - and all of the other spring stuff - so much.

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10 Ways to Set the Mood With Perfect Bedside Lighting

If you're looking to create perfect bedroom ambiance that's both stylish and functional, it's best to consider your bedside lighting options carefully before you make a purchase. First, measure your bedside table - how small will your lamp base have to be to still allow you room for a magazine or alarm clock? No table? No problem. Sounds like you're in the market for wall sconces, which add an easy level of sophistication to any bedroom. As you're shopping, remember also that you'll want lamps tall enough to throw light down on you while you're reading in bed (lamps that are too squat will do you no good), and you'll want the on-off switch to be within easy reach. So check out my SLIDESHOW of sexy, sleek bedside lighting!

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Friday's Top Ten Hive Finds!

Pretty pretty patent heels and eclectic lighting make for one super shiny Friday, and we're bringing you the best of each in our slideshow of today's top ten finds! Fun furniture from the haute to the handmade have also found their way into the mix, along with a little red dress that'll more than suffice if he forgets the flowers come February 14th... hey, it never hurts to plan ahead! Also look out for a chandelier in an unexpected shape, and a Lewis Cho top that'll make it easy to shake off a certain habit known as sequins that we seemed to marinate in for all of 2007.

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HomeSlides: Skinny Lamps, the Skinny Jeans of Home Décor

Skinny lamps are kind of like the supermodels of the lamp world. You know how any clothes look great on a model? Almost any room benefits from a skinny lamp. Airy and sculptural, they do wonders to lighten the tone of a room. Check out our SLIDESHOW of the most stylish skinny lamps in the Hive.

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