Blog Posts by Joanna Douglas, Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor

This Chanel clutch cost more than some cars! Photos courtesy of Vogue.comWhen we saw these shell clutches at the Chanel Spring 2012 fashion show in Paris we were intrigued: was Chanel really manufacturing handbags that look like shells? Were they even functional? Who would actually carry one? Months later we now know the answers are yes, yes, and a very rich lady.

That said, we feel these Chanel Shell Minaudieres would only work in a few scenarios: attending a kitchy beach wedding, as an art piece, or if you're Katy Perry or the Little Mermaid. We suppose they're sort of pretty, but it takes a certain person to pull off carrying a bag shaped like a giant shell.

And then there's the issue of price. We haven't spotted the bags yet in stores, but the ladies at Purse Blog called Chanel and discovered that the pearly resin shell clutch sells for $33,000. The version covered in multicolored freshwater pearls costs a whopping $48,000. WHAT?! Move over, Hermes! There's a new, overpriced handbag in town.

What would you do with $48,000 instead of buying this Chanel

This hot designer swimsuit is on sale!This Natori balconette maillot swimsuit has a plunging top but lots of support. Originally $178, now $69!

Sale starts Thursday at noon EST on MyHabit.com.

A cute designer dress at a great price!How stylish is this Andrew Marc ruched dress with side tie. Originally $280, now only $82!

Sale starts Wednesday at noon EST on MyHabit.com.

Beyonce Pulse is one of the top fragrances of 2012. Photo courtesy of Coty.The Fifi Awards are like the Oscars of the fragrance world, and the 2012 Fifi nominations are out! Winners will be announced on May 21, but in the mean time we thought we'd share the top nominated perfumes in case you're looking for a Mother's Day gift. What mom doesn't love smelling beautiful? Here are the top fragrances for ladies this year:

Top Women's Luxe
Beyoncé Pulse
Bottega Veneta
Prada Candy Eau de Parfum Spray
Justin Bieber Someday
Tom Ford Violet Blonde

Top Women's Broad Appeal
Christina Aguilera Royal Desire
Curve Appeal by Liz Claiborne
Heidi Klum Shine
Yves Rocher Moment de Bonheur
Fergie Outspoken Intense

Top Women's Specialty Brand
Anthropologie 1922 Lily Sanguine Eau de Parfum
Bath & Body Works Signature Collection Paris Amour
bebe Gold Eau de Parfum
Crabtree & Evelyn Lily
Victoria's Secret Angel

Top Women's Nouveau Niche
Givenchy Dahlia Noir
Dolce & Gabbana The Velvet Collection (Velvet Vetiver, Velvet Wood, Velvet Love, Velvet Patchouli, Velvet

We saw three awful celebrity ensembles yesterday, and we want to know which one you think is the worst! Check out Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, and Adrienne Bailon (of Cheetah Girls and 3LW fame) as they battle it out for worst outfit of the day. By Joanna Douglas, Shine Staff

It's time to spoil the special mom in your life!UPDATE: We have a winner! Lucinda Hynes has been selected to receive the $1,000 gift card from Catalog Spree. Congratulations, Lucinda, and thank you all for entering!


As Mother's Day approaches we'd like to help one lucky Shine reader really pamper the special mom in their life with a $1,000 shopping gift card from Catalog Spree.

Are you all familiar with Catalog Spree? It's the highest-rated, free catalog shopping app for the iPad that merges together over 200 great catalogs (like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, JC Penney, and Sears to name a few). You can shop online too--check it out, we're hooked! For Mother's Day we've partnered with them for a special Shine Sweepstakes! One contest winner will get a $1,000 gift card from Catalog Spree to present to Mom. She can then browse Catalog Spree and shop till she drops on clothing, accessories, beauty products, home furnishings, electronics and more.

All you have to do is click here to enter. Catalog Spree will be selecting a winner on

This dangly earrings are stunning and on saleWe're loving these gorgeous LK Designs gold swirl earrings. Originally $187, now $94.

Sale starts Tuesday at noon EST on MyHabit.com.

We love the feminine detailsWe're loving this Muse lace dress with bow belt. Originally $178, now $71

Sale starts Monday at MyHabit.com.