At Marie Claire, we are all about celebrating women. This month we are rooting for Temple Grandin, a talented autistic author and speaker and the inspiration behind the eagerly anticipated HBO movie Temple Grandin.

The movie, starring our all time favorite Romeo + Juliet starlet, Claire Danes, promises to give audiences a real insight into the daily ups and downs of a woman with autism.

Ladies, mark your calendars. (Trust us, you don’t want to miss this!) Temple Grandin premieres on HBO on Saturday, February 6 at 8PM. Be sure to tune in. We know we will!

For more information on Temple Grandin, go to www.hbo.com/movies

Looking for the perfect gift for family and friends this holiday season? Aveda has great gift sets made for everyone on your holiday shopping list - with fun, easy to navigate categories such as holiday hostess, spa lover, and hair obsessed. The Marie Claire office has been buzzing about Aveda’s “Celebrate with Color” gift set. With the winter season approaching, we all need some fresh colors from nature to shimmer-up our lips for holidays. The gift set comes with three fabulous mini lip shines: Pomelo, Golden Prism, and Grapefruit Pulp. When purchasing this limited edition gift-set, you will also receive a free sample of Caribbean Therapy™ Body Crème - what a great way to feel like you are vacationing in the Caribbean – just when it is snowing outside.

Keep in mind, Aveda gift sets make a difference; for 3 years, Aveda has joined hands with families in Nepal to sustain real change. Learn more at Aveda.com.

Reveal your inner style at work, not just with clothing and accessories, but with stylish office supplies like this Clip-on Pink Ribbon pen from Zebra Pen.  Not only does it function as a two-in-one pen with black and red retractable ink, but it’s also easy to use and environmentally friendly.  Don’t forget about the great cause that the pen benefits—breast cancer research, treatment and education up to $25,000 through the City of Hope foundation, which receives a percentage of sales.

Get passionately pink about breast cancer and buy a Pink Ribbon pen today!

For more information any ways to get involved, visit www.zebrapen.com

Looking for some great music for your Saturday night soirees with friends, well Marie Claire has the music for you.

Look no further and add this divine Social Diva CD to your music collection.

Strictly Social Diva™ An Essential Mix of Strictly Diva-Worthy Grooves is a new CD that has launched, featuring 16 fabulous, catchy tracks that will have you dancing in your suede booties this winter.

Don’t miss out; click here to purchase the album from iTunes.

Lauren presents the season’s hottest trends, from military-inspired jackets to softly ruffled velvets to a chic mix of signature denim and dazzling embellishments. Discover their Holiday 2009 selection of sophisticated silhouettes in a bold, glamorous palette of red, black and gold—just right for stylish celebrations or inspired gift giving.

Indulge in a sweater celebration this holiday season. From chic, modern cardigans to luxe, sexy twinsets, our favorite Lauren sweaters are perfect as an update to your wardrobe and as great holiday gifts for family and friends.

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Some accessories a girl just can’t get enough of. Like Ray-Ban sunglasses. We were kinda wondering the other day if Ray-Ban could possibly do anything to top their already perfect shades. Come on, it’s no secret they know how to update a classic. But leather? Actually, yes. The latest reinventions in the Ray-Ban Craft collection—the iconic Caravan and Wings models—are now rocking soft hand-sewn leather on the top bar and temple end pieces. How decadent is that? Both styles also come in a polarized lens option. Ray-Bans have always brought out the “star” in people. How fortunate we are totally ready to relaunch our inner star.

Ray-Ban Craft collection prices range from $189 to $239 per pair, and FREE shipping with any order $125 or more, visit www.ray-ban.com

Crazy schedules like ours merit a little fun, so we’re all about parties that give back. Right now we're excited about Susan G. Komen’s new amazing program called Passionately Pink for the Cure^®. The program invites women to plan and host an event to raise funds to help find cures for breast cancer. When you register online you and your event guests will receive a participation kit and a personalized fundraising page will be created to help get you started.

Some of our tips guaranteed to inspire the ‘pink’ out of you:

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• Purchase graphic tees and set up a personalization station for attendees with tie-dye, rhinestones, you name it. (Note: studs are very in this fall)
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• No time to create a playlist, or no funds to hire a DJ? Try playing an online radio like Pandora (there’s that ‘P’ again…)
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• Create pink desserts with ribbon-shaped chocolate molds. Melt white chocolate, add a drop of red food coloring, stir and pour into the molds. Finding a cure never tasted so sweet!

Find more ideas for Passionately Pink for the Cure^® at Komen.org.

Like the perfect accessory to match any outfit, Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages is a truly fashionable wine for any occasion. Made from the Gamay grape, Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages displays a deep, luminous cherry color with a bouquet of strawberries, black currant and cinnamon. The taste is of ripe red fruits, soft and velvety. This is a well-balanced wine perfect for pairing with hors d'oeuvres at your next party or main courses such as sauteed chicken breast with vegetables, pasta dishes and creamy cheeses. Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Village is available nationally where fine wines are sold. And be sure to check out DuboeufDesign.com to design a wine tote bag for your chance to win a $2,000 shopping spree and a 4-day, 3-night stay at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.

We love a good engagement story. Recently in our office, more and more ladies have been showing up on Monday mornings with a romantic tale! One lucky lady landed a great guy and an oh-so-gorgeous diamond engagement ring! That got us pre-engaged girls thinking. What type of diamond would we encourage our special beau to scope out? It was pretty much unanimous. We are loving the solitaire pave ring from the Everlon™ Diamond Knot Collection. We love the Hercules-knot symbolism, representing strength and an unbreakable bond of love. We just need our boyfriends to take the next step and consider tying the knot!

We can’t leave our unattached friends out! Why not treat yourself to a timeless diamond pendant? Go to your nearest A Diamond is Forever retail partner and try on the gorgeous Everlon™ solitaire pendant. The beautiful diamond holds the knot in place, keeping it always secure and guaranteeing you’ll always get noticed!

Be sure to check out all the jewelry items from the Everlon Diamond Knot Collection on www.adiamondisforever.com.

Fall is definitely here in New York City. The air is crisp and it’s getting a bit chilly, so it’s a great time to update your fragrance with Armani’s new signature scent IDOLE d'ARMANI. We really can’t get enough of this luscious new scent; it’s the perfect mix of spicy notes and citrus—releasing unexpected hints of patchouli and vetiver. We encourage you to experience this new fragrance for yourself by entering our sweepstakes on marieclairepromotions.com. The first 10 readers chosen will receive a complimentary 1oz bottle of IDOLE d'ARMANI fragrance, and 250 runners up will receive a mini bottle of IDOLE d'ARMANI fragrance. Can't wait to find out if you've won?  It's in store now!

Calling all Ralph Lauren Blue Label Collection and Saks Fifth Avenue devotees!  We have fashion news that will have you dancing in your designer booties (we certainly were).  

This month, Ralph Lauren Blue Label Collection is hitting the floor at Saks Fifth Avenue locations nationwide and we couldn’t be more thrilled. Infused with a modern, eclectic edge, Blue Label captures the timeless heritage that is unmistakably Ralph Lauren. This Fall, urban chic meets rustic motifs for a look that is sexy and sophisticated.  We encourage you to experience the collection.   

Whether it’s a night out on the town or just a typical day in the office, we love to glam up an outfit with large bracelets. Our newest fascination is lia sophia with their various collections. The Mosaic Stretch Bracelet by lia sophia is great to accessorize with because it gives of pop of color with a kaleidoscopic pattern of stones. If you are going for a more sophisticated look, the Artifact Bracelet is a chic gold cuff with multiple textures infused with sparkles and crystals. No matter what your style, lia sophia has unique, chic accessories to brighten up your wardrobe!

www.liasophia.com

As the summer festival season winds down there are still plenty
of great shows to catch. GreenShoelace.com is our favorite new music
website dedicated to the best concerts and music news.



Featuring event listings in New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco
(with more cities to be added soon), GreenShoelace.com makes selecting
which live music events to catch an easy decision with their weekly
Top Five picks across the genres of indie rock, hip hop and
electronica.



Check out their 'Music Box' blog for the latest music news, event
previews and reviews, artist interviews, album reviews and ticket
giveaways.



www.greenshoelace.com

Never truly loyal to one wine Georges Duboeuf has quickly become our go-to when getting together or entertaining at home, and they have so many great choices, each of which are 100% Chardonnay – no fillers. The Georges Duboeuf Saint-Véran has floral notes with a touch of honey, lime and toast and a fruity taste and pairs well with grilled fish or quails, braised rabbit and light pasta dishes. The Georges Duboeuf Pouilly-Fuissé, flavors evoke a bouquet of roasted almonds, verbena, lime tree and vanilla with a supple and fruity taste. It really complements shellfish, seafood bisque, light pasta dishes or Caesar salad. Take a sip and see for yourself at one of Georges Duboeuf’s white party sampling events around the country. Get the info at www.sipintosummerwhites.com.  

Let’s face it, traditional boyfriend blazers aren’t for everyone. They’re slouchy, slightly oversized and just don’t flatter every figure. Sorry ladies, but it’s the truth. The good news is that this 3/4 sleeve cropped blazer by MM Couture by Miss Me is the perfect solution to boyfriend blazer woos. The single button cropped style helps to accentuate the waist and keep you from looking boxy, and at $104 you can afford to buy both grey and black! Trust us, you’ll wear them daily.

Available at www.missme.com

We are addicted to LeSportsac. No exaggeration. Completely fanatical. No wonder we are so happy to gush about the new Artist In Residence collection by Tomokazu Matsuyama.

He took three blank canvases and transformed them into 27 pieces from three patterns that evolved─Paint Splash, Gingham, and Numbers. I gotta tell you we are absolutely in love with the Snack Sac. It comes in these vibrant prints and is totally functional (even as it’s a carryall for your lunch)! Since all of us own a LeSportsac bag (more like three), we love seeing new prints and styles. Go on…get addicted. Check out items from the new Artists in Residence collection and the LeSportsac Fall 2009 collection on lesportsac.com.

Snack Sac in Splash from the Artists in Residence collection

Window Shopper Tote in Numbers from the Artists in Residence collection

Looking for a way to be a fashionista while supporting a good cause? Marie Claire is all about giving back, so we’re always on the lookout for a way to get involved and support a good cause. A campaign launched by mark—the beauty and fashion boutique brand by AVON Products, Inc.—caught our eye. The m.powerment by mark campaign is all about empowering young women to make their mark in the world.

The brand’s spokesperson, Lauren Conrad of The Hills, is a wonderful role model for young women and an avid speaker on the subject of dating abuse and partner violence.

This new campaign is being run in partnership with the AVON Foundation for Women, which has raised an incredible $660 million for breast cancer, domestic violence, and emerging disaster relief.

Support the cause and check out the “Have a Heart” necklace created by Conrad and mark—100% of the net profit will be donated to bringing awareness to the cause. Also, look for Conrad’s “Glow Baby Glow Hookup Lip Gloss,” available through mark representatives or on www.meetmark.com.