An End to Zen?

a Zen garden in a Kyoto Temple.

This Holiday season, life seems so frantic. Mostly because it is. Family, parties, events, dinners...when do you have time for yourself? Back in the 6th century, Japan adapted a type of "dry garden" also called a zen garden. Originally formed to give the aristocrats a place to enjoy entertainment and poetry, the Monks further adapted these gardens into a high couture art over 100's of years of Temple gardening. Emptying their minds of

worldly distractions.

Well, how I wish that the time to play with a stick rake and a couple of hot massage rocks was afforded to me. But because its not, I came across the little gem of an iPhone app, called iZen. Naturally. With this baby I can create my own zen garden anywhere I please. With the soothing sound (seriously, very tranquil) of wind chimes, you are able to add your own rocks, sand type, butterflies and more to your own private piece of real estate.

Not your cup of green tea? Try the Vera Wang Moonstone necklace on. As soon as I saw this, she reminded me of a zen garden. Large scatted stones screamingly framed by the gunmetal link chain, set on asymmetric black mesh. Picture the compliments you'll be raking in with this statement piece.

My clever garden..so at peace..

Vera Wang Moonstone necklace $650 niemanmarcus.com

Fashionably Late

I'll be honest...I have a problem. A problem forgetting to accomplish tasks, forgetting times, deadlines, even lunches. Running late can sometimes be parallel with Ty. Fortunate for me there is a recent gem that I have come across. A gorgeous piece of hand crafted goat leather forged into the incredible,"Globe Trotter" by Hermés. In the iconic orange this is one piece that I will never let leave my side. To jot down life's dates, there is only one instrument for the job. A true investment piece. The Montblanc Amadeus Mozart ball pen. Platinum constricts the black resin to give this the ultimate in lux. The white stylised six pointed star upon the cap represents the snow cap on top of Mount Mont Blanc in the French Alps. Another engraving are the letters "4810" the mountains height. Keeping this agenda and power tool at bay, will keep you right where you belong. Wherever that may be.

Globe Trotter $620 hermes.com

Grand Modèle agenda $105 hermes.com

Amadeus $350 montblanc.com

Savvy Shopper:

Grab the lux look from Franklin Covey. The impact of orange and woven design make this an incredible agenda.

Mesh Binder $139 franklincovey.com

Wham, Bam, thank you Stam...Jessica, that is.

Jessica has had a most normal life.

By definition here, "normal" entails winning the LA Model Look Search in '02, being picked up by Steven Meisel to become the face of his ad campaigns. "I guess I am his Muse." Her list of designers she has appeared in advertisements for, is among the longest of any...Marc Jacobs, Giorgio Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, Anna Sui, Vera Wang, Bulgari, Fendi, Lanvin, RobertoooCavallliii..........you get the idea. Covering over 65 shows during the twenty one days of fashion week across the globe, this Tyrant Doll is among the top. During a meeting with Marc Jacobs, he proclaimed to her that she would carry out the name to his new bag. Behold the Stam bag, I certainly know I would. With all the accomplishments this far in her career, it is incredible how level headed and a true gem Jess is. That is why she, Jessica Stam is the Tyrant Girl of the moment.

Shape-Up or Ship out...

This week as I was scouring the latest and greatest, I came upon this fantastic find; The Skecher Shape-Up. I know this is Tyrant Style, and lets be honest, these kicks are anything but. Keep in mind, the results these dogs will provide your body are unprecedented compared to any other orthopedic. With jumping claims to a tighter stomach, toned thighs and legs, better posture, great calves, and overall increased blood circulation...you would be crazy not to get into a pair. With a rocking sensation, you can walk your way to a rocking new bod. The American Podiatry Medical Association says the average person takes 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day. With an average stride length of 2.5 Ft, it takes a little over 2,000 steps to mile. It seems everyone is making the most of their walk. Cult followers Gwen Stefani, Cindy Crawford, and soon me...I will keep you all updated on how these shoes effect me! Now I know what you are thinking, "Ty needs to loose NO weight!" I am no Joelle, but I'll be honest, I don't look like Jillian Michaels from the Biggest Loser, yet. I believe with the help of these babies, I can!

Skechers Shape-Ups nordstrom.com $99.95