Category: Music

AM – Arctic Monkeys

As long time fans of the über-talented foursome known at the Arctic Monkeys, we were beyond stoked when this album dropped, and it has been on heavy rotation since day one. From start to finish, AM drips with cool crooning & liquid lyrics, and makes you fall even more in love with Alex Turner than  you ever thought possible.

Highlights: R U Mine?, One For the Road, Arabella

…Like Clockwork – Queens of the Stone Age

No newcomers to the rock game, QOTSA have done it again with their sixth studio album. We dare say this is the best yet, hitting harder than ever with grit and guts galore.

Highlights: I Sat By the Ocean, If I Had A Tail, Smooth Sailing

Overgrown – James Blake

James Blake is a dreamboat with a voice that can make you simply weak in the knees, and with his sophomore release, he proves once again that he is much more than a pretty face. This album is the perfect soundtrack for just about any mood, and is worth several spins. Per day.

Highlights: Retrograde, Life Round Here, Voyeur

The 20/20 Experience - Justin Timberlake

We know, we know. Justin dropped TWO albums last year. And both were so spectacular, we can’t possibly choose one, so Justin makes the list with the complete 20/20 Experience! This album is bordering on perfection, hitting all the hot spots with the jammiest of jams and ballads for broken hearts.

Highlights: Strawberry Bubblegum, Mirrors, Only When I Walk Away

The Bones of What You Believe – CHVRCHES

One of our most anticipated albums of 2013, CHVRCHES stole our hearts with the beautiful voice of Lauren Mayberry set over some of the catchiest beats our ears have ever heard! If you haven’t listened this one yet, stop what you’re doing, put it on, and dance the day away!

Highlights: The Mother We Share, Gun, Recover

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‘Tis the season for giving, for family & friends, and for festive tunes! We are loving these fresh takes on Christmas classics, and of course we can’t leave out a holiday fave from a darling diva. We have been singing these songs at the top of our lungs, like happy little LuLu*s elves, and we hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

“Baby, It’s Cold Outside” – She & Him

“Last Christmas” – Ariana Grande

“White Christmas” – Lady Gaga

“All I Want for Christmas” – Mariah Carey

And how could Christmas possibly be complete without this hilarious clip to warm the soul?!

“Jingle Bell Rock” – Mean Girls

Happy Holidays, LuLu*s loves, from all of us to you!

The LuLu*s gals (and guys) are really feeling the cozy winter spirit lately, so this week we thought we would do something fun and different! We have compiled some of our favorite songs, covered by artists we are totally falling for, and they are perfect for this chilly season. Cuddle in front of the fire, or warm up with a little twirl around the living room! Either way, curl up under these extra special covers, from us to you!

“This Must Be the Place” – The Lumineers (Talking Heads cover)

“Let Her Go”  - Birdy (Passenger cover)

“Wrecking Ball” – HAIM (Miley Cyrus cover)

“Disarm” – The Civil Wars (The Smashing Pumpkins cover)

“Dance Yrself Clean” – MS MR (LCD Soundsystem cover)

 Enjoy your weekend, babes!

It’s that time again, babes! The holiday season has crept upon us, and it’s time for lots of traveling! We want to make sure you have the best playlist for your road trip, and this one may be our favorite yet. We’ve got upbeat tunes from our current favorite artists, to keep your energy high for the long way home. These tracks are so good, you may want to engage your family in an impromptu dance party!

“Wake Me Up” – Avicii

“Waves” – Blondfire

“Tennis Court” – Lorde

“Stay the Night” – Zedd ft. Hayley Williams

“Afterlife” – Arcade Fire

We hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving & safe travels!

XoXo

We here at LuLu*s are simply smitten by award shows. You can find us taking notes on our favorite celebs, fashion, over-the-top performances, and wild surprises! This year’s American Music Awards did NOT disappoint! Miley was at it again, Lady Gaga made a grand entrance (and that performance, what?), and we fell even more in love with Justin Timberlake (as if that was even possible). The fashion trends of the evening? Black and white and red all over that carpet!

Genie in an Ivory Gown: Christina Aguilera flaunted her slim, flawless figure in Maria Lucia Hohan. The icy accents made her sparkle, and the side cutouts were just the right amount of sexy!

Kute & Klassy: We could not get over how precious Katy Perry looked in her polka dot Oscar de la Renta gown, complete with stunning floral appliques! She kept it simple with stud earrings and a pretty ring, and her bold lip really completed the look!

Jennerific! Kendall & Kylie Jenner were total show-stoppers, giving us the best of both fashion worlds: girly & chic menswear! Kendall wore pieces from Keepsake, and Kylie made a fierce statement in a Maiyet top and Giambatista Valli pants!

Saucy Songstress: We are totally obsessed with Naya Rivera, and this red carpet look absolutely slayed us! The revealing yet classic Michael Kors gown fit the Glee princess like a glove, and the gold accents were perfect!

The Simple Life: Nicole Richie was anything but basic in her white floor-length Emilio Pucci dress, complete with a to-die-for statement clutch!

Okay, okay. We’re sure you expect this from the LuLu*s ladies by now, but how can Taylor Swift NOT be our Best Dressed?! She was absolute gold in her Julien Macdonald mini, strappy gold heels, and effortlessly-coiffed hair. We just can’t help ourselves, we looove Miss Swift!