Maybe because I'm traveling a lot, stores have been rocking spring and summer floorsets or the out of office messages of my business partners that have me in a beach state of mind! Whatever the reason is, I had to share some of my must have items that will make you look beach ready, are perfect for everyday use or when you want to grab a bag to head out to stay with friends. Roll over images to see why Ole Henriksen, C Booth, Neutrogena, GlamGlow, Organix and Dove are on my list!

ACCESSORIES INSPIRATION

What's a beach day or a trip without a fun bag? I'm obsessed with First World Trash is a fab line of accessories which recycles billboards, seatbelts and other items that would go into landfills - and finds their way into a number of amazing pieces (cosmetic bags, wine coolers, etc). Made in Queens NY, Jenelle Malbrough assembles these items into wearable art! Last week when I was traveling to Charleston, I loved carrying my beach tote (pictured above) as my carry on!

SHARE TO WIN

Looking your best means smelling fresh and feeling fresh! To that end, 5 Kitten Lounge readers will win 5 products from Dove . All you need to do is to let me know how you stay refreshed and cool no matter how long your day is!

You could win a Tag Heuer watch by simply showing your style! You can enter and leave a note letting us know which look you chose. Of course you could win one of those watches which looks amazing and is definitely working it since they start at $1,500! I'm looking forward to checking out the entries! If I had to choose, it would be so hard as I could see myself as more of a cross between Downtown Chic and Funky Fashionista!

We have all had gatherings at home and it's fun to hear the laughter and of course there is the whole cooking part that sometimes can be very nerve inducing. How about having a dinner prepared by a chef for 10 of your friends? If this appeals to you and you're a US resident that lives in NY, RI, VT, NH, MA, ME and CT - then you should enter your holiday recipe between now and Jan 16, 2009! Of course there are a series of rules that you will need to adhere to, mainly that you use HP Hood products but visit the link and begin thinking about what you believe is a great recipe and begin to imagine inviting over your friends without having to lift a finger!