ECO STYLE Label

Not only is LABEL a collection of simple eco pieces that you can wear during any season, their Fall/Winter Lookbook mixes up the soft colors of winter and a little twist of a tough girl philosophy.

Founders Shawna, a stylist and artist, and Natalie, a model, bring together a sensibility that comes from being on all sides of the fashion world. Only in their case, instead of sacrificing quality and sustainability in the name of clothing, these two seek out organic and renewable fibers, oversee creation under ethical standards and work hard to keep the process local in their native city—Toronto. In short, we're loving LABEL.

A DAY IN THE LIFE Visiting Terrain

If you haven't heard about Terrain, Anthropologie's home store/nursery/lovely oasis of curiosities and wonderful things in Glen Mills, PA, then let me introduce you! I had the opportunity to peruse and marvel about for the afternoon this past weekend and I was thoroughly in love with all of the wonderful goodies. Check out their website if you're still in need of some holiday gifts. May I suggest this book for the gourmand in your family? Or what about this cozy repurposed wool blanket? So many choices!

JOSIE'S TIPS Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter

While you may enjoy the magical winter season with its crisp air and blankets of snow, your skin is no fan. The dry air, dropping temperatures and wind can make for scaly, red, itchy skin that requires extra hydration and a little more TLC than usual. Well, hello! You need my Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter. Just incorporate it as part of your daily routine and you'll have soft and healthy skin that can stand up to the season. Here are my tips for use:

-First, mix 100% Argan Oil with a bit of sea salt for exfoliation in the shower. After and while you're still damp, use the Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter generously over your whole body focusing on rough patches like your knees, elbows and even your soles!

-For an overnight treatment, lightly coat your hands and feet in Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter and put on socks and gloves. Sure, you'll be cozy, but come morning you'll have super soft fingers and toes.

-Carry a bit of Whipped Argan Oil Body Butter (you can find those small TSA-approved containers) wherever you go for on-the-go relief of dry hands and even face, as needed. 

Stay moisturized out there! Remember, keeping your skin hydrated will help you age gracefully.

REFINERY 29 Reserve

I'm back, ladies and gentlemen! I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and that you were able to eat, drink and be merry surrounded by loved ones.

If you haven't been checking up on our Facebook in a while (I encourage you to like us!), then you may not have heard that we teamed up with the oh-so-stylish Refinery29 for a sweet little Reserve deal that is $64.20 for $108 worth of my great products. Get it here before December 19.

Oh, and they also caught up with me to find out my beauty regimen, how I stay healthy (by shaking it out and dancing it up, of course) and where I recommend for the best lunch in Los Angeles. You'll have to read here to find out.

It's good to be back, but I'm off again to the QVC studios for quick hits at 6am and 10pm EST on December 2. Stay tuned.

P.S. Here are more photos of our offices. Next time you're in town, stop by and draw on our chalk door!

WORKOUT WEDNESDAY Play

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and I know, I know. . . the last thing you want to do after you've filled your belly with delicious food is to run around. But I urge you, I ask you, I kindly remind you that a few hours after you eat, your heart and your muscles will thank you if you just get up and play. Where there is cold weather, perhaps a little indoor yoga and stretching with family? If in a milder climate, how about a brisk walk or a quick game of backyard tag? Yes, I know it's ever-so-tempting to snooze on the couch, but in the spirit of being with your loved ones and of loving by encouraging good health. . .play!

Happy eating and happy playing! May the holiday be wonderful for you and your family.

And if I haven't told you lately, THANK YOU for being on this journey with me. A little message for you.

JOSIE LOVES La Buena Vida

After perusing around Roost, we've found so many other wonderful journals by equally talented writers and photographers. La Buena Vida, the vibrant blog of Brooklyn photographer Nicole Franzen, is a joy to read and so vivid that you'll feel the warmth emitting from her posts. A vegtarian, she also offers up scrumptious recipes that, even around this time of year, will satisfy both the meat-eater and veggie alike.

In short, we're sure you'll be as enchanted as we are. Happy browsing!

A DAY IN THE LIFE: Elves' Faire

Rumi and I dressed up in our elf princess best this weekend to join the many families at her school for the Annual Elves' Faire, a winter festival starring Father Winter, a Jack Frost Bake Shoppe, this giant bird's nest and of course, many elves (a.k.a. the happy kids running about). It's a tradition we look forward to!

What are your holiday traditions?

JOSIE'S TIPS Margic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain in Mambo

Inevitably, the holidays come and suddenly you find yourself going from must-do to festivity without stopping in between. Well, meet your best friend. Mambo, the burnt orange hue of our Magic Marker Lip and Cheek Stain, gives you a seasonal splash of color on your lips and cheeks and is perfectly portable so you can throw it in your purse for a quick touch up. Here are a few of my tips for this one-stick wonder:

-If you really find yourself sans time to put makeup on in the morning (moms, you know how this goes), take this and rub a bit on your cheeks and lips when you get 5 seconds of peace. A little color goes a long way and will surely make you feel more like you and less ragged-because-it's-the-holidays-and-I-have-20-thousand-things-to-do.

-To bring focus to your lips, skip using it on your cheeks. Line your lips and then fill them in carefully for a stop-and-stare pout that matches the orange leaves around you.

-Not a lip color person? Dab a few dots on the apples of your cheeks with the Magic Marker and blend in with your fingertips. You'll have a fresh, sun-kissed glow that will instantly liven up your face.

WHAT WE'RE EATING Thanksgiving 2011

Being the foodies that we are, we've decided to throw together a little potluck at the office the day before Thanksgiving. Everyone is bringing in their favorite dish and the verdict? It's going to be a "side show" filled with plenty of carbohydrates and a dash of sugar. We recommend a week of dedicated exercise after a party like this. 

What about you? Does your work do anything in honor of giving thanks?

Food + Words: Autumn Salad with Apple Cider Vinegar

Tartlette: Drunken Pumpkin Pie

My Baking Addiction: Sweet Potato Casserole

Gourmet: Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

Verses from my Kitchen: Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Martha Stewart: Mushroom and Walnut Stuffing

JOSIE'S PICKS Giving Thanks

When you have unique pieces that you really cherish for the table, setting it up for Thanksgiving can be almost as fun as chowing down on the feast. My philosophy? Collect treasures that matter to you so that the meal feels special along with making the day about sharing in general. I know when my family gathers, we babble as much as we gobble remembering holidays past and telling funny stories (sometimes resulting in hilarious embarrassment). Finally, we each go around the table and say something we're thankful for.

What are you thankful for?

1. Organic Feather Tea Towel 2. Brass Candlesticks 3. Vintage Gravy Boat 4. Glass Dessert Dishes 5. Vintage Gold Band Cups and Saucers 6. Woodland Cutting Board