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Where the Wild Things Are
There were beauties and beasts at Mulberry yesterday, not to mention some very clever party planning. Having organized their post-show soirée at the Savile Club just a few doors down from Claridge's, site of the label's runway show, creative directo…
- 3 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 5:00am -
Fast Company
Belstaff has undergone a reorientation of sorts since changing hands in June, and the motorsports-inflected heritage brand shifted into high gear last night with a spirited party at Mark's Club, the late, legendary London restaurateur Mark Birley's…
- 4 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 5:00am -
Stella McCartney Dinner

- 4 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 5:00am -
Family Dinner
"I would like to thank everyone here for coming out to support me tonight; it means everything to me." So said what must have been a very jet-lagged Victoria Beckham, who had just returned to London from her New York shows, to a very intimate gatheri…
- 5 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 5:00am -
H&M Goes Hollywood
Last night's Marni at H&M launch party drew a mix of A-listers and next-gen talent to a private residence in L.A.'s Los Feliz neighborhood. Among them, Drew Barrymore reconnected with Molly Shannon, Rashida Jones caught up with Annabelle Dexter-Jones…
- 5 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 5:00am -

Style File

newShoes Required, Clothing Optional
Canadian footwear designer Jerome C. Rousseau is a favorite of our senior fashion editor Marina Larroude. As if there isn’t already enough sex appeal in his Spring ‘12 collection of bold-colored booties and black suede peep-toe pumps, the designe…
- 3 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:18pm -
newCelebrity Stylist Luncheon Set For March, Stephen Jones Talks About His Marc Jacobs Hats, Inside Margherita Missoni’s Apartment, And More…
The first-ever celebrity stylist luncheon, held by The Hollywood Reporter and Jimmy Choo in sync with the publication’s 25 Most Powerful Stylists List, is set for March 14. Editors are holding out on making their final decisions until after the Osc…
- 4 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 4:43pm -
newA Prada Preview
For the first time ever, Miuccia Prada is letting the world get a glimpse inside the secret world of Prada the day before the Milan runway show. In a short film for D.repubblica.it and the Huffington Post Style Section, the Italian label reveals deta…
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 3:38pm -
newThe Dos And Don’ts of A.P.C.’s Jean Touitou
Having made his name on some of the planet’s best jeans, A.P.C. founder Jean Touitou is expanding into the glamour business. In December, he tapped former Azzaro designer Vanessa Seward for a capsule collection of high-end womenswear that the two w…
- 7 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 1:49pm -
newA Look At Lowit
During her three decades in the business, photographer Roxanne Lowit (who is largely credited with pioneering backstage photography) captured rare moments with icons like Yves Saint Laurent, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, and Salvador Dalí. She’s also…
- 22 hours ago, 21 Feb 12, 10:53pm -

Daily Fashion Show Images

No. 21
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Alberta Ferretti
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Gucci
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Dion Lee
Before his presentation today, Australian designer Dion Lee explained—rather meekly—that he saw his London fashion week debut as "an introduction."Suffice it to say, London fashion week was very pleased to meet him. Lee is incontrovertibly th…
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A.L.C.
"Nostalgic in a modern way," is how Andrea Lieberman described her latest collection for A.L.C. Often multiple nostalgias mixed. The slim checked wool trousers in look 24, for example, conjured up the late-sixties ska era for the designer. The outfit…
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Style Videos

newMyStyle&Shopping

newFashion Week Milano 2012: Alberta Ferretti Collection F/W 2012/13

newThe Love Your Style Spring 2012 Design Process

newToday's Look Episode #164: Special Guest - Blogger Gabi Gregg of GabiFresh.com Pt. 1

newThe Secret Circle (Cassie Blake): Beauty & Fashion

newAsian fashion style 2012

Stylelist

newTheresa Bruno: New Inspiration, New Designs
Imagine a conference center filled with hundreds of vendors and booths of product in every direction. Everything was there in one place -- diamonds and stones, pearls, geodes, silver, gold -- and anything you could possibly imagine.
- 1 hour ago, 22 Feb 12, 7:46pm -
newLisa Mirza Grotts: Hat Etiquette for the Sexes
Have you noticed how often men wear their hats indoors? This is a breach of etiquette that some men don't seem to know about. And it's always surprising to me how many people do not remove their baseball caps when the National Anthem is sung.
- 2 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 7:23pm -
newManolo's Making A Comeback
This season, sky high-heels and disco platforms are taking a backseat to softer, more feminine shoes. Those sexy red soles certainly have not gone away,...
- 3 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 5:44pm -
newHow To Get This Intern's Sleek Beauty Look
In our series FaceTime, we find inspiring girls around New York City and dissect their look. Photo/Art: Bobby Doherty Where to buy: 1. L'Oreal Eversleek...
- 3 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 5:30pm -
newWendy Brandes: Fashion Bloggers Flaunt Blue-Collar Pride
By 2011, blue jeans temporarily fell out of favor as red jeans became the red-hot pants. Now the blue- and bright-jean trends have converged: Fashion bloggers of all ages and sizes are pairing denim shirts with either traditional or red jeans.
- 4 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 5:25pm -

Style News - People.com

newHow Elizabeth Smart Found the Perfect Wedding Gown
The newlywed says a random trip to New York City proved fruitful in her search
- 2 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:30pm -
newA Red Carpet Report Card from Celebrity Stylist Sam Saboura
The pro weighs in on the best stars so far
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 3:30pm -
newKatie Holmes’s Stylist Shares Her Fashion Must-Haves
Katie Holmes' stylist and partner, Jeanne Yang, reveals every woman's must-haves from spring
- 7 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
newWhy Stars Are Gushing Over Marni for H&M
Drew Barrymore, Freida Pinto and Mila Jovovich sing the line's praises
- 22 hours ago, 21 Feb 12, 11:00pm -
newMichael Phelps Will ‘Never’ Shave His Head
The swimmer says he "couldn't see" himself without hair
- 23 hours ago, 21 Feb 12, 9:30pm -

Style Bubble

newKnit Witting
Going onboard what felt like a party bus from Shoreditch to London Fashion Week helmed by PR legend Mandi Lennard, was exactly the Welcome Back to London jolt that I needed. Our destination? First up, BFC's Rock Vault where the...
- 2 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:39pm -
newBolting
>> As each season progresses, the "What I wore today at fashion week" posts here seem to be dwindling. The rush of getting from show to show, getting to the nearest toilet/wifi spot/Topshop food spread (this season, we were treated...
- 7 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 2:26pm -
newSushi Says
>> There has been so much to digest at London Fashion Week that just sorting through images takes a mammoth load of time. I'm merely checking in to say that I am still alive despite my bedraggled appearance and to...
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 8:10pm -
Into the Woods
If I've hit the snooze button on posting, I promise there is good reason but I was waiting for something mammoth and this was exactly that. Hopefully some of you tuned in to the stream of McQ's show last night...
- 2 days ago, 21 Feb 12, 8:18am -

Videohairstyles

newshort curly harstyles @videohairstyles

How to hairstyle Taylor Swift inspired @videohairstyles

David Beckham Faux Hawk Video Hair Styles

Wedding hairstyle: inspired by Kiera Knightly Video Hair Styles

Hair Tutorial Straighten your hair Video Hair Styles

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Words from the Weekend…
A toast shared with close friends from my past and present over the weekend: “To not relying on ‘everything happens for a reason,’ but creating the reasons and making things happen.” Blessed to be surrounded by people who live this way. They…
- 29 days ago, 25 Jan 12, 1:12am -
Made for Giving – Men’s Holiday Sweater Styled
In my last post about my partnership with American Living for the Made for 12 Days of Giving campaign, I mentioned I chose a sweater from the holiday collection for one of my colleagues at the day job. As promised, here’s a photo of Daniel and how…
- 71 days ago, 14 Dec 11, 5:47am -
On the Seventh Day of Made for Giving…
In case you didn’t see my post from a few days ago, as part of the American Living Made for 12 Days of Giving campaign, I get to share a gift from the holiday collection with someone it was made for. So today, on this seventh day of giving, I’ve…
- 77 days ago, 7 Dec 11, 4:59pm -
Chic Geekery: Rebecca Minkoff for eBay
Calling all iPhone girls. For those who haven’t already seen/heard, one of our favorite designers has a techie treat this holiday season. Rebecca Minkoff has a collection of iPhone and iPad accessories available in her eBay boutique. One of my frie…
- 79 days ago, 5 Dec 11, 3:51pm -
American Living Hosts 12 Days of Giving
American Living is doing something special to introduce the holiday collection by partnering with a handful of bloggers, including yours truly, to host 12 Days of Giving. Each of us has been asked to select a piece from the collection and share the s…
- 80 days ago, 5 Dec 11, 3:04am -

StyleITOnline.com

newFashion Flash: Robert Verdi Launches Sunglasses On HSN + Interview
It's no secret that I absolutely adore Robert Verdi. I've gotten to know the amazing, multifaceted person that he is over the past couple of years and I have the utmost respect for him. He's super talented in all things design, not just styling, an…
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 4:00pm -
newFrom The Runway: DKNY Fall/Winter 2012
During New York Fashion Week, there's so much to see and so little time. This season, I've decided to focus on the shows that will have the most impact on what you'll be wearing for Fall 2012, including the coordinating beauty look. The energy of th…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 7:00pm -
newBeauty Bite: CND Reviews The History Of Nails At Fashion Week
CND NYFW History of Nails
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 4:00pm -
Beauty Best: Get That Weekend Glow With Neutrogena
When I get ready during the work week, I'm all about looking polished and perfect. I reach for products that are tried and true. Let's just say that I'm incredibly risk averse. On the weekend, if I leave Brooklyn, I'm a little less perfected and def…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 7:17pm -
Fashion Forward: Celebrities at Marni At H&M LA Launch Event
Last night, H&M hosted a private dinner in LA to celebrate the forthcoming Marni at H&M launch on March 8th. Attendees included Marni's founder, Consuelo Castiglioni, Margareta van den Bosch, H&M's creative adviser, Sofia Coppola, the collaboration's…
- 4 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 1:09am -

Corporette

newSuit of the Week: Reiss
For busy working women, the suit is often the easiest outfit to throw on in the morning. In general, this feature is not about interview suits for women, which should be as classic and basic as you get -- instead, this feature is about the slightly d…
- 1 hour ago, 22 Feb 12, 7:30pm -
newPreviously, on Corporette…
Travel back in the Corporette time capsule... Here's what was on our minds oh so many moons ago.One year ago...What Colors Do You Wear with a Gray Suit?Techniques to Keep Track of Your TimeHow to Tell a Coworker They Smell BadKat's…
- 3 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 5:30pm -
newWednesday’s TPS Report: Collarless Crop Blazer
Our daily TPS reports suggest one piece of work-appropriate attire in a range of prices.I like this "collarless crop" jacket from Aqua (available in black, navy, white, and royal at Bloomingdale's). It seems a bit boxier than your standard shrunke…
- 6 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 2:30pm -
newCoffee Break – Valentina printed patent pumps
I like these d'Orsay pumps from J.Crew in a "light walnut black." The mid-heel height, combined with the very wearable pattern, make me think these would get a ton of mileage at the office. They're priced at $129 right now (were $248), but the Fa…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 7:30pm -
newAll Dressed Up and No Place to Go: Non-essential Shopping
Here's a fun question: what items do you think are wise to purchase, even if you don't have a specific event or occasion to wear them to -- and which items are best left for specific "I am going to wear this to X event" purchases? Even though we don'…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 5:30pm -

Stylehaul

newChic on the Cheap with Penny Chic Styles macbby11

newThe LEAF Series: How to Create a Dessert Table

newEat My Bag - Handbag Ambushes on Melrose!!!!

newThe Haul - soundlyawake bubzbeauty SarahVictor BisaNation and More!

newEat My Bag - Sam Ambushes Gavin Rossdale and Lil Debbie!!!

newBehind the Seams: Young Hollywood's Favorite Designers NAVEN!

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Style Direction 2012: Day Tripping Darling!
Every year (or thereabouts) I write up a little style direction piece for myself. It helps me to get really clear on my aesthetic & how I want to dress. In fact, I bookmark my style direction articles on my phone so that when I’m out & abou…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 5:05pm -
Carousel: Do All Things With Love
Ooh la la! It’s the weekend! I hope you’re making the most of it! I’m wearing a pair of skull-print velvet pants — vintage Betsey of course — & putting together outfits for next week’s Vegas adventure! I can’t wait to see Nubby &…
- 4 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 4:51am -
...& Now For Something Completely Different!
I was always more of a Veronica than a Betty, anyway…!!! Yes, I have gone back to black! Reunited & it feels so good! Ahhhh!After about 8 years of peroxide, toner & insane upkeep, I’ve finally given in to nature! Getting my dark,…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 6:18pm -
Peacock Rings & The Secret Meanings Of Gemstones!
Photo by Lydia Hudgens.Sparkle is lovely, but I like a bit of substance with my style. Similarly, I don’t just choose gemstones for their colour or size, I like to know their metaphysical properties! It all harks back to when I was 13 years ol…
- 6 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 4:32pm -
No Bullsh!t, Just Love!
Image by Daryl Banks.Today is Valentine’s Day — in case you hadn’t heard! Now, Valentine’s Day can be lovely. For example, tomorrow, everything pink, red & heart-shaped will be on sale. (Bonus!) & maybe today, someone will write you…
- 8 days ago, 14 Feb 12, 7:06pm -

Style Observer

The Beauty of Backless
Walk Away They’ll need to wipe their chin when you walk away. The bare back is [...]
- 7 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 5:13am -
Be My Valentine – Dinner Date
What To Wear Embrace the color of the day – RED! It’s steamy, and sexy. Be [...]
- 8 days ago, 14 Feb 12, 12:39pm -
Movie Night
What to wear? Grab your easy fit jeans, and take it from there. When you’re wearing [...]
- 12 days ago, 10 Feb 12, 5:40pm -
Coolest Color for Spring – MINT
Mint Condition There are a lot of “hot” colors for Spring, it’s always all about color. [...]
- 13 days ago, 10 Feb 12, 1:53am -
The Wrap Dress – Timeless!
DVF Introduced in 1972, the wrap dress is still a “must have” piece for every girl’s [...]
- 14 days ago, 8 Feb 12, 4:20pm -

Smart Styling for Today

newStaples Series: Goldsign High-Waist Flare Jeans Worn Three Ways
(Crop City, Classic Spots, Day Tux) In this week’s Staples Series, I showed how to style Goldsign’s flare jeans three different ways. Vote on your fave look below!
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 4:00pm -
Day Tux
The Staple: High-Waist Flare Jeans When I’m at fashion week, I’m often inspired by trends I’m seeing on the runway for next season. One was graphic black and white, an easy look to translate to every day life. I did a similar variation to this…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 9:36pm -
Classic Spots
The Staple: High-Waist Flare Jeans I just couldn’t get enough of my leopard top as a staple, so I brought it with me to New York to wear at fashion week. Paired with a red blazer and flare jeans it was the perfect piece to transition from morning s…
- 3 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 6:53pm -
The Scene: Polyvore Live
(Covergirl makeover, Lauren Bagliore dress, run through, with Eat Sleep Wear, FrouFrou’s updo, lia sophia earrings, sexy backs with Sandra’s Closet, with College Fashionista, me and designer Dana-Maxx Pomerantz) My last day of New York Fashion We…
- 4 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 2:38am -
Crop City
The Staple: High- Waist Flare Jeans One of the more intimidating trends for spring is the midriff. While it’s no big deal for a model to expose her stomach on the runway it’s a whole different story in real life. The trick to making the trend wor…
- 4 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 7:38pm -

Style.com / Videos

newNYC Highlights Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear

newMichael Kors Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear

newAnna Sui Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear

newL'Wren Scott Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear

newCalvin Klein Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear

newRodarte Fall 2012 Ready-to-Wear

The Looks For Less

newZoe Saldana’s Purple Top and Floral Scarf
Zoe Saldana’s Look For Less Zoe Saldana gets in the spirit of Spring with a girly floral scarf and over-sized sunglasses. Careful not to forget that it is technically still winter, she pairs her spring pieces with a pair of rugged black boots and d…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 8:58pm -
Manicure Mondays – Set In Stones
Just a reminder that Manicure Mondays has moved to my new lifestyle blog, Fab Fatale. I started a new blog about ALL of my loves from manicures to recipes to fun DIY projects, and it seems as though manicures {beauty} fits best there. I hope you’ll…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 9:23pm -
The Looks for Less Goes to New York Fashion Week – Vera Wang
Vera Wang The Looks for Less received an unexpected and super exciting opportunity to attend the runway show for the Vera Wang Fall 2012 collection for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week at Lincoln Center on Tuesday, February 14. The collection was absolutel…
- 6 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 8:27pm -
Hunter Boots on Sale Today at Gilt.com
Hunter boots are on sale again today at Gilt.com. Depending on the quantity they have stocked, they usually sell out within the first hour. If you’re interested, go go go before it’s too late! Related Looks For Less Hunter Boots On Sale Today…
- 6 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 5:04pm -
The Looks for Less Goes to New York Fashion Week – Norisol Ferrari
Norisol Ferrari Presentation “For Fall 2012, I am exploring the seductive power of glamour and using it as a coat of armor — Jean Harlow meets Tina Turner in Mad Max.” -Norisol Ferrari The Looks for Less was invited to attend the presentation o…
- 6 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 4:01pm -

The CheapChica's Guide to Style

Look for Less: Olivia Palermo
There’s a way to wear leopard and look chic and there’s a way to wear leopard and look cheap (in the bad sense of the word). My official girl crush, Olivia Palermo rocked leopard in the most chic way during New York Fashion Week and we should all…
- 2 days ago, 21 Feb 12, 5:11am -
Floral on Floral
Every year around this time, designers reinvent the quintessential Spring print–florals!! But this year happens to be my favorite (I say that every year, but seriously). Floral tops are being matched with floral shorts to create an ultimate (yet un…
- 3 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 5:52am -
Minty Fresh
I’m such a girly girl at heart so when I started to see certain colors trending for Spring I got really really excited!This season brights take a backseat to softer palettes and the one color ruling that palette is mint. This super soft shade ca…
- 7 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 5:01am -
Bead-dazzled
I love a micro-trend that’s trendy, but not too trendy, cute and easy for anyone to wear. The perfect example of such a trend for Spring 2012? The beaded clutch.This little-bag- that-could wraps a whole lot of style (and different looks!) into one…
- 8 days ago, 15 Feb 12, 5:20am -
I -heart- Everly (and a giveaway!)
Every once in a while a dress comes along that sweeps me away…it’s the kind of dress I want to live in for it’s ability to blend comfort, style and versatility seamlessly into one easy outfit. That dress my friends in Everly’s Zig Zag dress…
- 9 days ago, 14 Feb 12, 5:58am -

Capitol Hill Style

newThe Hill Life: How to Tell a Staffer Her Skirt is Too Short
A couple of weeks ago, I attended the CPAC convention to watch one of my bosses speak. I had never been before, so I didn't really know what to expect, but nothing could have prepared me for the chaos of placing thousands of conservatives in a hote…
- 3 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:00pm -
newGiving Up the Height
Last week, I had an important lunch meeting so I wore high heels. It had been a couple of weeks since I had worn "real" high heels, and it took me about 90 seconds to remember why. I hate having to walk slower than my normal pace. I deplore sid…
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 4:00pm -
new10th Commandment: February 22
Elected OfficialEddie Borgo 24k Gold Earrings (Net-a-Porter, $240)Hill StafferMichael Kors Fireball Studs (Neiman Marcus, $65)Unpaid Intern2028 Rose Gold Studs (Macy's, $22)rose gold earrings
- 7 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 2:01pm -
newTwo Ways: Optic Print Orange Blouse
Blouse: Optic Print Blouse (Anthropologie, $148)From the Left, Ring: Resin Ring ($75) Bag: Ivanka Trump Rose Tote ($175) Shoe: Via Spiga Jessica Pump ($130) Blazer: 1035 Cotton Blazer ($178) Pants: Rachel Zoe Flare Pant ($275)From the Right, Ea…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 6:00pm -
newBPGP: Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
I have baby fine hair and a lot of it, so it falls flat in the D.C. humidity. Over the years, I've learned to live with my flatter, sleeker hair, but that doesn't mean that I like it. I look at pictures of Adele's perfectly full coif and feel a t…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 4:00pm -

Foxy Locks Extensions

newLana Del Rey Hair Tutorial - Retro Waves

newHow To: Perfect Winged eyeliner

newHalf Up Hairstyle

newHow To: High Ponytail Using Clip In Hair Extensions

newGIVEAWAY! Win Hot Rollers, Waver & Curler Styling Tools By Enrapture!

newBig Backcombed Fishtail Braid Tutorial

eye4style

Luxe Must: La Prairie White Caviar Illuminating Hand Cream
As evidenced in prior posts, it doesn't take a LOT to get me to drop a LOT on things that I truly love. But when it comes to beauty products, I have tastes that can only be described as discerning. Not only do I insist that products I use deliver on…
- 2 days ago, 21 Feb 12, 1:34am -
Fashion Bucket List: Markus Lupfer Lips Sweater
Every now and then, I have what I fondly describe as...a FASHION BLACKOUT. It happens only when I'm completely consumed by an item...all goes dark and I wake up moments later, swathed in fine fabric and holding a receipt for an amount that PAINS me.…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 11:52pm -
Shop This: Rent the Runway Sample Sale
$85.00 by Milly at Rent The RunwayWho: Rent the RunwayWhat: Sample Sale!When: Tuesday, February 28th – Sunday, March 4th (Tue-Wed, 10am-8pm; Thurs-Fri,10am-7pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 11am-3pm)Where: 260 5th Avenue , (b/t 28/29th…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 8:48pm -
Shop for Style, or Shop for Deals?
While I'm admittedly not the most value-concious shopper, saving a little bit of money here and there is inarguable a wise move, as it allows you to splurge when inspired (i.e. my latest acquisition - the Isabel Marant Bobby Low-Top Sneakers)…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 8:38pm -
The Little Black Dress of Eye Shadow: NARS Alahambra
The little black dress (LBD, natch) is sort of...fashion's equilibrium. It's entirely timeless, inevitably available in a silhouette that's appropriate for every woman in the free world and generally speaking, if you don't have one in your closet, y…
- 6 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 10:51pm -

The Makeup Girl

newBeauty News: I’m a Brand Ambassador for Avon!!
Hello dolls! As you know, things have been poppin over here at TMG HQ and the biggest news of all that I’d like to share with you is that I am now a brand ambassador for Avon!! Avon is an iconic brand that has been in the beauty business for 12…
- 37 mins ago, 22 Feb 12, 8:22pm -
newSpring 2012: Bobbi Brown Brightening Nudes…
Bobbi is at it again, this time with a shimmery collections of nudes that are more glowy than they are sparkly. This is a Bobbi signature that I just love, even her glosses that actually say GLITTER are not your typical discoball glitter. They…
- 2 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 7:16pm -
newRed Carpet Beauty: 2012 Oscar Hair Predictions From The Pros…

- 3 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:15pm -
NYFW: Get The Look – Shiseido at Marc Jacobs A/W 2012…
More red lips and beautiful skin, this time at Marc Jacobs Fall collection. Dick Page who is the Artistic Director at Shiseido Cosmetics. The look has been coined as a “Sophisticated 80s” and it was created for the Fall 2012 Marc by Marc Jacobs…
- 7 days ago, 15 Feb 12, 4:14pm -
NYFW: Get The Look at Lela Rose – Hair by Ted Gibson A/W 2012
It’s always a pleasure to see what Ted Gibson comes up with for Lela Rose, a show that he does every season. Ted always works so well with Rose and it shows. This look can easily be achieved at home and anything where you can braid or twist your…
- 7 days ago, 15 Feb 12, 2:49pm -

M.I.S.S.

newMAGIC FW12: Betsey Johnson Sighting
The day after showing her collection in New York City Betsey Johnson made an appearance in Las Vegas at her booth at MAGIC. She has endless amounts of energy and she is so wonderful to her fans. There was a very, very long line waiting to get a g…
- 8 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 12:56pm -
newPOOL FW12: Tawapa Jewelry
While walking the POOL trade show I stopped in my tracks at the Tawapa booth. I’m a sucker for hoop earrings – especially BIG hoop earrings and Tawapa hoops are statement makers. Designed by Phoebe Minona, Tawapa started out as a line for str…
- 9 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 11:54am -
newCelebrity Style: Underwear As Outerwear
So many celebrities over the years have been sporting underwear on the outside on stage and now out on the street. Corsets especially have been inspiring many fashion designers. Madonna made the cone bra iconic and Beyoncé definitely started the no…
- 9 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 11:39am -
newBlogger PROJECT: Project Wooster by Nick Wooster
I’m pretty sure when ZZ Top wrote “Sharp Dressed Man” they had Nick Wooster in mind. If you’re not familiar with Nick Wooster, he’s a menswear icon. I suppose you deserve that title when you Men’s Fashion Director for Neiman Marcus and Be…
- 9 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 11:34am -
newBlogger PROJECT: Bloggers Curated by Marcus Troy
You may have seen from all of the previous trade show posts that I was in Las Vegas covering the PROJECT Trade Show. I was there as a guest of PROJECT because MISS was selected to be a part of the Blogger Project – a group of influential bloggers t…
- 10 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 11:27am -

Black Hair & Skin Care

How To Do a Sew-in Without Cutting Your Tracks Plus Black Friday Qutix Cuticle Remy!

How to Install Saga-Model to Model Remy Hair Invisible Part Closure

How to Revive Your Remy Hair Weave! And continue Whipping it! LOL

How to Get a Bigger Butt! Macca Root, BBB Formula, and the Butt Bible

How to Wrap a Razer Cut Hair Weave

BlackHairandSkincare.com's Black Hair Styles Issue #1

A Girl's Gotta Spa!

Lip Care: Bésame Sweetheart Balm
I used to absolutely LOVE lip balms, but the older I get the more I seem to shy away from them. I guess I just have memories of lip balms being really thick and sticky with overwhelmingly sweet fruity scents and somewhat childish packaging… I had…
- 8 days ago, 14 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
Review: H2O+ Blue Fragrance Collection
Finally I’ve found a fragrance collection that I would wear together…at the same time. H2O+ Blue Eau De Toilette and Body lotion are so light and refreshing that I am not afraid that using the products all together will give myself, or those ar…
- 9 days ago, 13 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
DIY Avocado Hair and Face Mask
So let me begin this post by letting you all know that this recipe was actually compliments of my quick thinking sister, as I had originally intended to ingest this and not use it topically. You are all well aware (based on my earlier post on the D…
- 13 days ago, 9 Feb 12, 2:15pm -
Review: Too Faced Matte Eye Shadow Collection
Whenever I wear makeup I always tend to hide from eye shadow. Not because I don’t like eye shadow or have an allergy or anything like that, but simply because I am terrible at applying it. I would love to wear any sort of an eye; matte, smoky,…
- 14 days ago, 8 Feb 12, 4:04pm -
SMILES YOU LOVE VITACARE Valentine’s Day Giveaway
We all know that smiling has many benefits. For one, it simply puts you in a better mood (try smiling and being unhappy–it DOESN’T work!), it conveys positive energy to others, it makes you feel less stressed and it makes you look younger (the be…
- 15 days ago, 7 Feb 12, 1:00pm -

Alterations Needed

newWhy Clothing Fits Celebrities and Not You (Lessons Learned From Clinton Kelly)
I love this shot of a model/actress (Anne Hathaway?) getting clamped into a dress for what I’m guessing is a photoshoot (source) I’ve linked to this blog post a few times now, but I haven’t given it a proper look on Alterations Needed until now…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 6:43pm -
Cozy Monochrome (And a Look at Citizens of Humanity Avedon Skinnies)
Breezy…brrr I know a lot of people like to wear all black (I hear it’s the unofficial New Yorker uniform), but it’s such a severe color that I feel weird in too much of it. Instead I tend to collect greys. It’s still a dark neutral, but much…
- 3 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 6:06pm -
Weekend Links – 2/17/12 (President’s Day Edition)
Ann Taylor– 40% – 50% off select styles with code ANNSPRING. Extra 50% off sale styles, no code needed. Free shipping on $150 or more. Some more codes I have are: 25% off one full-priced item with code ANNWELCOME3 (thru 2/29); $25 off your enti…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 5:43pm -
Checking Grey Skinny Jeans Off The List
Thank you all for your denim suggestions in last week’s post! I have a lot of online shopping to do. =) Thanks to Jean for first discovering, and to Jen for alerting me to an online sample sale, I’m having a new love affair with 7 For All Mankind…
- 8 days ago, 15 Feb 12, 2:56am -
Weekend Links – 2/10/12
Ann Taylor– 40% off one full-priced item with code LUXE40 or this coupon in stores. 30% off all full-priced shoes, accessories and jewelry (no code needed). 50% off sale sweaters (no code needed). **Stackable alert** Amber used one of the codes bel…
- 12 days ago, 10 Feb 12, 5:48pm -

Product Girl

newWhat’s the Story with One Love Organics Morning Glory?
Five days each week, an alarm clock ensures I wake up bright and early — whether I want to be or not. And after we get through with that never fun part of the day, One Love Organics Morning Glory Serum wakes my complexion up. You could say it’s t…
- 8 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 1:00pm -
newMAC Pearlglide Intense Eyeliners Return with MAC Vera
MAC Pearglide Intense Eyeliners are quite possibly the longest wearing eyeliners ever. They’re also sparkly, vibrant and, most importantly, BACK! MAC Vera introduces seven Pearlglides, including Undercurrent which is the green of ALL greens. A…
- 22 hours ago, 21 Feb 12, 11:00pm -
newFebruary TRIA Update + a Giveaway!
Maybe because it’s the “year of no winter” (according to Chicago’s favorite weatherman Tom Skilling), but spring feels closer than ever. The topics of conversation at work and among friends have gone from “ski trips” and “ice fishing”…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
Fond Memories of the Trapper Keeper? You’ll Love Laura Mercier’s Custom Artist Portfolio
I’m always going to be that 12-year old girl who loved shopping for school supplies every year and had the coolest pens, stationery and girly binders, ala Trapper Keeper style. I mean, really, I’m still that girl. If it was socially acceptable fo…
- 2 days ago, 21 Feb 12, 3:46am -
Jo Malone London Blooms: An Official/Unofficial Note Breakdown
Jo Malone’s ‘London Blooms’ collection, officially launching in March, is just as pretty in person as it is in these campaign images. Maybe even more so. Over the weekend, I stopped into Saks and London Blooms was out early for Beauty Week.…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 10:00pm -

Janet Collection TV

Encore Body Twist Wvg by Janet Collection

Janet Collection Whole Lace Wig Demonstration

Janet Collection Indian Remy

Janet Collection Prestige

Janet Collection Tru Indian Remy Weave Demonstration

Janet Collection Prestige Two : Moroccan Remy

Musings of a Muse

newLush Leap Frog Fragrance
How effing frustrating is that Once Upon a Time rubbish? Yes, I somehow, someway got suckered into watching that craptastic show because I simply adore Robert Carlyle, although I suspect they took away his manhood because that laugh is downright biza…
- 1 hour ago, 22 Feb 12, 7:41pm -
newLorac Unzipped The Nude Collection Review & Swatches
Dood, I don’t like chocolate scents but I love the idea of Yankee Candle Chocolate Bunny. Aw! Kawaii! ’nuff about home fragrance, my makeup today consists of the new Lorac Unzipped The Nude Collection. A fabulous little kit that consists of four…
- 2 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:39pm -
newThe Estee Lauder Mad Men Collection
Ok, this is probably a major sin, but… Gulp! I don’t watch Mad Men. Am I missing something terribly brilliant? I might not watch the show but I’m craving the Estee Lauder Mad Men Collection. Oh yes, please. Take a look! (...)Read the rest of Th…
- 4 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 5:10pm -
newMilani Haute Flash Full Coverage Shimmer Lipgloss Review & Swatches
Their back! Milani introduced Haute Flash Full Coverage Shimmer Lipgloss last Summer for a limited time. This Spring they bring back it back with new and old shades to choose from. The great news if you love ‘em? They are now part of the general ca…
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 4:18pm -
newMAC Zoom Water Fast Lash
Anyone have an, “OMG black goggle Catwoman moment!” when they saw that promo image? MAC Zoom Water Fast Lash, Catwoman’s mascara of choice. (...)Read the rest of MAC Zoom Water Fast Lash (61 words) © the Muse for Musings of a Muse, 2012. | 6 c…
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 3:40pm -

Retrodivas Beauty

Mally Beauty releases a limited edition Fashion Week Kit with all the essentials fashionistas need
Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week is an amazing time for anyone who is able to go. Not only do you get to see some of the most amazing fashion (both runway and street), but you get a firsthand look at the up and coming beauty trends. In a way, it's…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 3:48pm -
Backstage at Joy Cioci for Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week
Seductively savage was the name of the game backstage with CND at Joy Cioci. To compliment the dark edgy lines of the clothes, CND artist Candace Mandiccino created a fishnet tipped almond shaped nail that was very femme fatale. First, the nail is…
- 9 days ago, 13 Feb 12, 3:29pm -
Hair color know-how with Kris Sorbie, the Education Artistic Director of Redken 5th Avenue
Struggling to figure out what shade of color goes best with your skin tone? Kris Sorbie, Education Artistic Director of Redken 5th Avenue has some easy tips to make sure you choose the right one.
- 9 days ago, 13 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
Nicole Scherzinger announces on Twitter her new spot as spokesperson for Herbal Essences
Remember the Pussycat Dolls? I try to forget them too, but some os their tunes are pretty catchy, no? Well, the beauty who fronted the Dolls and won the tenth season of Dancing With the Stars, Nicole Scherzinger, announced recently that she is "doin…
- 10 days ago, 12 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
If you’re not handy with nail art, try Kiss Nail Dress to get artistic fingernails
As much as I want to be uber-talented when it comes to nail art, the sad truth is I'm not. I'm not even close. I've never been able to color within the lines, and when it comes to nail polish, that's kind of a problem. But with the new nail stickers…
- 11 days ago, 11 Feb 12, 2:00pm -

Chic Galleria

newChic Street Style: Leather and Lace
A good leather jacket is definitely something you should have in your closet. I love this tan Michael Kors jacket because it transitions so well from Spring to Fall and from Winter to Spring. It’s too cold in Oklahoma to wear it in the middle…
- 10 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 11:19am -
newWednesday Soups and Stews: Creamy Cosmic Potato Leek Soup
When the wind’s blowing and the sleet’s hitting the windows, curl up with a bowl of this cozy, deliciously creamy soup, some sliced meats, and a green salad. It’s quick to make, especially if you use your hand-held blender and Easy Homemade Tur…
- 11 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 10:24am -
newColor Block the Occasion with 3.1 Phillip Lim
I love this gorgeous color block clutch by 3.1 Phillip Lim! The contrasting colors make it simple to pair with any color ensemble that you’d like! I am especially loving the gold push-lock closure! You can find this beauty at www.Barneys.com!
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 11:51am -
newTrendy Tuesday: Neon Lights
If you haven’t been getting you’re “color on” this winter yet, well, you should! After neon colors exploded on the Spring runways this season, we fashionistas have decided we will not wait till spring and that we want spring trends and we wan…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 11:26am -
newNicholas Penna’s Winter Hair Tips
Owner and Lead Stylist of SalonCapri (located in Newton and Dedham, MA), Nicholas Penna, Jr. has shared some of his best tips and tricks on how to keep your hair healthy throughout this harsh winter season! Between the weather changes, blow-dryers an…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 11:03am -

eHow Style

newHair Color : How Can You Color White Hair Blond Without Peroxide?

newFace Painting and Makeup : How to Make a Cat's Nose & Whiskers With Makeup

newMakeup Artist Tips : How do I Apply Wedding Day Makeup?

newProfessional Attire : Different Styles of Work Attire

newFashion Tips : How to Dress for a Semi-Formal Event

newHow to Choose & Wear Eye Makeup : Airbrush Makeup 101

Très Chic Now

newvideo luxe: Marni for H+M | spring 2012
words_dena rochelle The Marni for H+M collection put a smile on my face when I first heard the buzz on Twitter. Now that I’ve seen all the looks, there are two items I’m currently coveting and hope to snag when the collex becomes available. Both…
- 23 hours ago, 21 Feb 12, 9:54pm -
newvideo luxe: Malia Mills | spring summer 2012 RTW
words_dena rochelle They’ll cost you a pretty penny but Malia Mills swimsuits are unlike any others. The ready to wear collection is equally impressive with a range of cool coverups and everyday pieces that lend a casual chic vibe to your wardrobe.…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 6:26pm -
four faves: J. Mendel | Fall 2012 NYFW
words_beth whiffen J. Mendel is easily one of the poshest shows every season at NYFW. Where ever you stand on the fur debate (I don’t wear it), it’s hard to deny how beautifully Gilles Mendel does it. I love the ladylike look of the belted coat o…
- 5 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 1:52am -
four faves: Costello Tagliapietra | fall 2012 NYFW
words_dena rochelle This runway was beyond gorgeous! Seriously love these guys. The prints (as exhibited here) are vibrant and chic. And those grey/seafoam-hued maxi dresses are incredible. There’s a beautiful mix of classic silhouettes and interes…
- 9 days ago, 13 Feb 12, 9:35pm -
four faves: Rachel Comey | fall 2012 NYFW
words_dena rochelle Comey’s signature quirky and beloved prints are few and far between for Fall 2012. Instead she opted for a palette after my own heart—black and grey solids, and some beautiful stripes! I love that she’s doing these neutrals…
- 12 days ago, 10 Feb 12, 9:26pm -

dramatis personae

newBirchbox: February 2012
This is the month where I confess that I’m not always impressed with Birchbox. Sometimes the samples they send aren’t so impressive, they’re superbly small (the ONE sample I was excited about I lost because it was so damned small), and I look a…
- 7 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
It’s Mardi Gras, Y’all
Hey Dramatis Personae readers! Christy here from Slow Southern Style and I’m ecstatic to be your guest blogger today. My blog focuses on all things Southern, from up and coming designers, fashionable events and, of course, shopping. I like to descr…
- 3 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 6:00am -
Links to Love: Confidence, Muses, & Aging A-Go-Go
Image by David Jubert I found all of these fantastic posts hidden on a sticky note, meaning to get post. So so lovely older posts, great food & thought to much on. With the recent death of Whitney Houston & too many men I know making “beaten to dea…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
The Lazy Gal’s Guide to Self-Love
Image by Daria Kronberg Alright, let’s just address the elephant in the room – chances are you already know that you should be nice to yourself on the regular. I mean, we’ve all seen Oprah, right? We’re familiar with a self-help section. W…
- 7 days ago, 15 Feb 12, 2:00pm -
Rocking a Champagne Life on a Beer Budget
My month ahead features Mardi Gras & opening the first play of the semester– so you’re going to see lots of fab guest posts in February! This post comes to us from the savvy and sexy Sarah Von of Yes and Yes fame. This gal’s blog has been a d…
- 9 days ago, 13 Feb 12, 2:00pm -

The Recessionista™

newQVC Readies Oscar Buzz Program with new Rachel Pally and Nicole Richie fashions
Discount shopping website QVC is getting ready to roll out red carpet fashion and beauty products for viewers in preparation for this weekend's Oscar show. QVC will be broadcasting “Buzz on the Red Carpet – Live from LA” to take viewers behin…
- 21 hours ago, 21 Feb 12, 11:55pm -
newAdele Rocks the Red Carpet in Burberry at the 2012 Brit Awards
Pictured: Adele in a custom made Burberry gown at the Brit awards, image courtesy of Burberry.Everyone who listens to music knows that Adele has the voice of an Angel, but now, she's dressing divinely too. Since Karl Lagerfeld threw mud at her wit…
- 23 hours ago, 21 Feb 12, 10:25pm -
Beware the Ides of March! DVF Kids will arrive at the Gap
Pictured: A Sneak Peak of the Girls dresses from DVF for Gap (image via Gap promo video)Beware the Ides of March fashionistas, because that is when fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg's Gap collection for children will be available. As you can see…
- 2 days ago, 21 Feb 12, 7:51am -
You are invited to London Fashion Week to watch the Burberry Prorsum Winter 2012 Runway show Feb. 20
Can't afford a trip to London Fashion Week? Well, you can still catch a show, and one of the best. Watch the Burberry Prorsum Autumn/Winter 2012 Runway show right here on The Recessionista. And just a bit of trivia from my English relatives, Pror…
- 3 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 11:21pm -
Marni for H&M Los Angeles Launch Event
Pictured: Drew Barrymore in Marni for H&M , image courtesy of H&MLast night celebrities, including Drew Barrymore, Winona Ryder and Milla Jovovich, gathered at a private event to celebrate the launch of the Marni for H&M collection. Even Mel Gi…
- 4 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 9:16pm -

Ascension Style TV

newDIY / Make Chain Friendship Wrap Bracelet tutorial

newStyling Fall Lookbook 2 / Everyday casual outfits

newStyling - Scarf tying Ideas - 6 ways to wear your Scarves

newNatural Homemade DIY Lip Butter/Balm (simple recipe)

newHomemade Green Tea & Oats Body Butter Bars (Body moisturizer)

newShoes & Boots Haul - Steve Madden, Tahari, ASOS, & Marshalls

Denim Debutante

newThe Best Places to Buy Jeans Online
Did you miss parts one and two about finding the cheapest jeans? Watch them now! So, you’ve watched the videos and heard my tips. But what you really want to know is where you can score these super deals, right? Your wish is my command! Here are t…
- 6 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 3:00pm -
newTop Spring Denim Picks at Nordstrom
Here are some quick top picks from Nordstrom for Spring 2012 Denim – a combination of timeless looks, fresher styles and a few in between! 1. J Brand Kinsey Tux Stripe Skinny in Nightfall 2. Habitual Almas White Leggings 3. Citizens of Humanity Tho…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 2:43pm -
How to Buy the Cheapest Jeans, Part Two
Missed something? Head to Part One of How to Buy the Cheapest Jeans and watch that video first! For the bulletpoints: 1. Be Patient. 2. Know what you’re looking for. 3. Figure out what your trigger number is. 4. Remember: if it’s not right for yo…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 2:45pm -
How to Find the Cheapest Jeans Online
Cheap jeans! We all want them, but not everyone knows just how to score that super sweet deal. How do I know? Oh, only because I know all about making big, HUGE mistakes. That’s all. So here’s your Get Out of Jail Free card: you can learn from m…
- 3 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 4:00pm -
Behind the Scenes: Paige Denim Spring 2012 Video
Paige Denim (they’ve dropped the “Premium” from the name, not the jeans.) just released their brand new video for the Spring 2012 Collection – Paige Adams-Geller goes through her feelings and experiences with the collection (which is always c…
- 4 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 9:12pm -

Fashion. Style. Beauty.

newDedicated Post: Timex Style Watch Look of The Day – Pretty In Prints
This dedicated post is part of my partnership with Timex. The opinions expressed below, however, are strictly my own. I barely had time to catch a photo of this style star because the minute she started walking toward the [...]
- 48 mins ago, 22 Feb 12, 8:11pm -
newLife’s Little Luxuries: The Bobble Jug
I am someone who – until recently – was the scourge of the planet when it came to water bottles. I had them everywhere, on every surface, in every bag. The recycling container outside my apartment looked like I [...]
- 1 hour ago, 22 Feb 12, 7:40pm -
newMercedes-Benz Fashion Week Runway Recap: Norma Kamali OMO and Kamali Kulture Fall 2012 Collection
Norma Kamali is undoubtedly one of fashion’s most favored individuals. A favorite of style mavens because of her design prowess, a major love of stylists for her not-so-secret ability to save the day with a knockout piece, a closet favorite [...]
- 3 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:11pm -
newDedicated Post: Timex Style Watch Look of the Day – Meow, Baby!
This dedicated post is part of my partnership with Timex. The opinions expressed below, however, are strictly my own. I think it’s fun to turn the camera on other street style photographers. First of all, most of them actually don’t [...]
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 4:16pm -
newDaily Reflection: You’re Free To Do What You Want
Every once in a while, you’re going to get asked to do some things that you don’t want to do. It’s the nature of life, that dance between doing only the things you want to do and making the choice [...]
- 8 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 1:04pm -

closetofstyle.com

newSS12 Make-up Trends
All this talk about fall as it is today and fall as it will be, I have to interrupt with some spring goodness. As in make-up trends.You will find a mix of old and new this spring. Runway inspirations span from rouge lip colors to futuristic glittery…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 7:00pm -
newRed Lacquered Shearling by DKNY
What I want to wear right now.This beyond fabulous lacquered shearling jacket by DKNY will, no doubt, get you noticed. And it will keep you warm in style. Shearling in bright red! Who knew?Not only is this statement maker perfect for our current seas…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 1:37pm -
NYFW FW12 Recap, Part 7
I have to admit, Rachel Zoe is making an impact on the runway (her first official collection to hit the proverbial runway). Her fall 2012 collection is an expression of the obtainable. It has the wow factor, of course. However, it has the wearable fa…
- 4 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 9:00pm -
NYFW FW12 Recap, Part 6
Wintertime luxe from Michael Kors in the form of shearling, Mongolian lamb and raccoon (also seen at Vera Wang) with the most interesting of placements. And I'm a sucker for bloomers, so of course the many that came down the runway made me happy. Oh…
- 6 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 1:13am -
NYFW FW12 Recap, Part 5
Orange, teal, red, fuchsia and teal mixed with luxe neutrals. Give me more! Fierce color on the fall runway. If you haven't jumped out of your seat with excitement yet, get ready, you will. Vivienne Tam was yummalicious, while Proenza Schouler was to…
- 6 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 8:44pm -

Evelinicutza

newHunger Games Katniss Fire Nails

newDIY Beaded Scalloped Peter Pan Collar

newDIY Beaded Cuffs & Giveaway

newThrifting Adventures: Platos Closet

newMiu Miu Socks DIY+ Special Effects!

newFashion Unites Us

Backstage with Victoria Stiles

Beauty Army Expert: Victoria Stiles Makeup Artist
I am thrilled to announce my involvement with Beauty Army, an innovative site which provides makeup enthusiasts the best in beauty product samples! I join a team of artists as an industry expert, including Orlando Santiago, Kimberly Bosso, and John H…
- 33 days ago, 20 Jan 12, 10:36pm -
Red Carpet Beauty by Emma Willis at Blushington: Kate Beckinsale
The Golden Globes may have come and gone, but some of our favorite red carpet makeup trends are here to stay! Emma Willis, Director of Artistry at Blushington Makeup & Beauty Lounge in West Hollywood, dishes how to get Kate Beckinsale’s Golden Glob…
- 34 days ago, 20 Jan 12, 1:16am -
Victoria Stiles Makeup for Vogue Italia
Photographed by Billy Kidd for Vogue Italia Stylist: Laia Garcia Hair: Jawara Wauchope Make-up: Victoria Stiles at Kess Agency Model: Henrietta Hellberg Coordinated by Sara Maino and Francesco Stefanelli Key makeup products used for her look: For her…
- 34 days ago, 19 Jan 12, 11:10pm -
Fun In The Sun: Summer Skin Care Tips
It’s summer time, that means time for mosquito bites and sunburns. I have great news, it doesn’t have to be so! Check out my DOs and DON’Ts for healthy summer skin: DON’T Pull a sunburned Kim Kardashian DO Shield and Protect My favorite sunbl…
- 15 Jul 11, 11:21pm -
In My ZÜCA: Beauty Blenders
I have to admit the first time I saw these egg-shaped sponges, I thought these would never work for my technique in applying makeup. To my surprise, upon actually putting a Beauty Blender to use, I now cannot live without and, these cute little pink…
- 14 Jul 11, 3:30am -

All Lacquered Up

new5 Year Blogiversary Celebration – China Glaze Capitol Colours Giveaway
To help celebrate ALU’s fifth birthday the awesome people at China Glaze are giving you the gift of polish. Hunger Games nail polish!! That’s right, two lucky readers will win the ENTIRE China Glaze Capitol Colours nail polish collection. Are you…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 6:29pm -
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Red Hot Milani Manicure
One of the first things I told the boyfriend about being with me is to keep the flower buying to a minimum (seems like a waste) and to NEVER EVER get me a Valentine’s Day gift. Not to be all Debbie Downer about VDay but it’s just not my thing. Pe…
- 8 days ago, 14 Feb 12, 10:20pm -
All Lacquered Up Fanatic Favorites 2011 – The Winners
Notice anything different? How could you not, ha! In conjunction with announcing the Fanatic Favorites 2011 Winners I launched a new look for ALU. It’s all part of my 5 year blogiversary celebration, which was delayed due to my back injury. After f…
- 9 days ago, 13 Feb 12, 2:30pm -
Adios Google Friend Connect
See that cute little box under the word “Connect” on my sidebar? That’s Google Friend Connect and the wizards at Google are taking that away from us non-Blogger blogs in March. Thanks peeps! It’s their way of forcing us into the land of Googl…
- 17 days ago, 5 Feb 12, 8:10pm -
Zoya True Spring 2012 Nail Polish Collection Swatches & Review
As I’m sure you’ve figured out, I’m a sucker for greens, blues and purples. Even before I became the full fledged polish fanatic that I am today, those were always the shades I gavitated to. I grew up in a purple bedroom with purple shag carpet…
- 19 days ago, 3 Feb 12, 10:32pm -

BEAUTEZINE

newClarisonic Mia Review & Photos
I’ve heard many sing praises of what the Clarisonic has done for their skin, but I always had thought it would be too harsh for my super sensitive face! I was getting to the point…
- 7 mins ago, 22 Feb 12, 8:52pm -
newWishlist: MAC Sheen Supreme Lipglasses
Did you hear the great news? MAC is set to release a set of limited edition Sheen Supreme Lipglasses ($19 USD / $22.50 CDN each) in the upcoming MAC Too Supreme Collection for Spring 2012…
- 34 mins ago, 22 Feb 12, 8:25pm -
newYves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Vernis à Lèvres Glossy Stain in #17 Encre Rose
Ever notice that the more luxurious a product is, the longer the name? The new Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture Vernis à Lèvres Glossy Stains ($32 USD / $34 CDN), shown here in shade #17…
- 56 mins ago, 22 Feb 12, 8:03pm -
newMAC Too Supreme Collection Spring 2012 Photos & Information
MAC Too Supreme Collection Spring 2012 Photos (Click to Enlarge) Product Information Sheen Supreme Lipglass ($19 USD / $22.50 CDN) – Limited Edition Sheen Supreme Lipstick ($14.50 USD / $17.50 CDN) – Permanent Copyright ©…
- 17 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 3:34am -
newMAC Chenman Collection Spring 2012 Photos & Information
MAC Chenman Collection Spring 2012 Photos (Click to Enlarge) Product Information Beauty Powder ($23 USD / $27.50 CDN) Mineralize Eye Shadow Duo ($20 USD / $24 CDN) Zoom Fast Black Lash Mascara ($15 USD /…
- 18 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 3:17am -

Holly Ann-AeRee

newJanuary Hits & Misses - New Maybelline, L'Oreal, Dior, Lancome, Urban Decay (Spring 2012)

newNail Polish Haul - Spring Edition 2012

new[CLOSED] (RE-Uploaded) HUGE JEWELMINT GIVEAWAY for Valentines Day!

newWIN My Curling Iron x 3 - Babyliss Pro Tourmaline Curling Iron Giveaway (3 Winners)

new[CLOSED] Holiday Gift Guide & GIVEAWAY! 2011

newHow I Curl my Hair - Tips, Tricks & General Info (Curling Iron Hair Tutorial)

Extra Petite

High Heels: One Man's Opinion
[This is a guest post by Nick, boyfriend of Jean. See his other posts here.]Someone requested I write about my most and least favorite fashions for women. Great idea! I'm going to focus on the latter. Maybe you saw Jean's recent photo of Stuart…
- 3 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 4:59am -
Diane Von Furstenberg for Gap Kids Collection - March 15, 2012
Some weekend sale notes first:1. The black skinny jeans that I'm wearing here are now $19 (45% off). They come in 5 lengths!2. Ann Taylor is running 40-50% off a large portion of their current merchandise w/ ANNSPRING, plus extra 50% off sale ite…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 10:00pm -
DIY Dress Sleeve Transformation
Thank you all for your honest opinions on my last post. I liked both H&M dresses but wasn't in love with either. Your comments confirmed the features that were bugging me, and I didn't want to keep something that wasn't perfect! I ended up parting wi…
- 7 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 5:01am -
H&M Reviews: Tweed Jacket, Trench + Mint Sheath Dress
*Get 20% off 1 item with this coupon or download the H&M app to your smartphone & shake. Ends 2/14*I'm blogging less these days, but still tweeting as I go. Please follow me on Twitter for more timely coupon/deal updates and fitting room photos. La…
- 10 days ago, 13 Feb 12, 3:14am -
Lookbook: Zesty Neon and Finding Balance
Thank you all for the candid feedback on my Jason Wu for Target items. I ended up mailing all the clothes to friends who will hopefully look better in them. On a separate note, I wanted to explain my recent (& upcoming) absence and delay in respondin…
- 13 days ago, 10 Feb 12, 3:50am -

STYLEMOM

Sweet Indulgence ~ Luxurious Valentine’s Day Treatments from Spa Merge
Valentine’s Day is the day that is designated the “Sweetest Day” of the year. It’s the day that we take the time to show the special person in our life how much we love and appreciate them. In today’s fast paced digital world, physicall…
- 16 days ago, 6 Feb 12, 10:59am -
The Heiress To The Throne Has Arrived! Beyonce Has Baby Girl Blue Ivy Carter!
The little diva is here! During the evening n Saturday, January 7th, 2012 Beyonce and hubby Jay-Z welcomed their baby girl into the world via a scheduled c-section in New York City. The NY Daily News reports: “A very pregnant Beyoncé had checked i…
- 45 days ago, 8 Jan 12, 5:04pm -
Accessorize It! Refresh Your Style for 2012 With Theodora & Callum
Now that the holidays are over, many people are in what we like to call, “Resolution Season”. This is the first several weeks of the year when so many of us try to make a change in our lives, from health, career, to family focused resolutions. Fo…
- 46 days ago, 7 Jan 12, 3:36pm -
Hottest Faux Fur Accessories for the Winter Season
Faux fur details continue be a favorite this season. From hats and scarves to vests and boot accessories, faux fur is the hottest trend this winter. Be sure to pick up a few of these accessories – whether it is for yourself or as a gift this ho…
- 76 days ago, 8 Dec 11, 1:32pm -
Mommy Mogul J-Lo is Glamour Magazine’s Women of The Year
What can we say? Surprised? Absolutely not! She took over as the latest judge on the mega music show American Idol, she’s just killing it in the fragrance game, her and her twin boys were the faces for Gucci ads, she launched a clothing line at Koh…
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newMint + Neutrals
This is what I wore back stage for Rodarte last week...CLICK FOR MORE PICTURES >>>
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Random Back Stage Shots - NYFW
Sharing a round up of pictures taken back stage during New York Fashion Week. CLICK FOR MORE PICTURES >>>
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My Last Day for NYFW
Back to normality...CLICK FOR MORE PICTURES >>>
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Mixing patterns
It was around 50+ degrees when this was taken. #wtfisgoingon...CLICK FOR MORE PICTURES >>>
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Going with gold
and added some colour...CLICK FOR MORE PICTURES >>>
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StyleBakery.com

newToday's online sample sales: Stuart Weitzman, Suzi Chin, James Perse and more
don't miss: Stuart Weitzman at RueLaLa, Suzi Chin at ideeli, James Perse at Gilt RueLaLa (boutiques open at 11:00 am EST)Stuart Weitzman, Betsey Johnson, From The Reserve: Rolex Timepieces, Keds, Keds - Men'…
- 15 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:24am -
newNine West Reminder Mini Crossbody Bag
Who can resist a color-blocked piece of arm candy as cute as this? With a pretty pop of blush and a touch of gold, this crossbody is destined to be one of spring's most-worn bags. The metallic sheen adds a touch of low-key glamour to the mix, too.$69…
- 15 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:00am -
newSurprising fashion focus: sleeves
From the spring runways to fall 2012, there's a surprising trend happening in fashion: a focus on sleeves. Whether leather sleeves at DKNY, fur sleeves at Jason Wu or sheer sleeves at BCBG Max Azria, designers are calling out this oft-ignored pi…
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newHow handy: The Body Shop Almond Hand & Nail Cream
Winter is pretty unkind to our hands. Even when we slather them in hand cream and wear gloves as soon as temperatures drop below 60 degrees, our skin becomes dry and ravaged in a matter of days. So when The Body Shop Almond Hand & Nail Cream came int…
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newSpring must-have: Meredith Wendell Canvas Circle bag
This spring, the canvas circle style by Meredith Wendell will deliver the perfect punch of color to your look. We love how the designer, known for her modern designs and eye-catching color palette, mixed canvas with leather and gold hardware. A seaso…
- 15 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 6:00am -

Jet Set Girls

JSG Has Moved!
Exciting news: The Jet Set Girls have moved over to a new and improved site at TheJetSetGirls.com. Please look for us over there.
- 26 Sep 11, 10:45pm -
Gossip Girl Fashion
Finally—after a long, long summer, we get to find out if Blair is really marrying her prince and who is pregnant this time... Eh—who really cares? We gave up on the plot a few seasons ago and like everyone else, we're only watching for the clothe…
- 26 Sep 11, 11:00am -
On Our Radar: Thompson Takes Over Hotel Victor Miami
The Thompson Hotel group acquired Miami's Hotel Victor this week. A renovation will be finished early next year; but their management will take over immediately. If you've walked down Ocean Drive in the past decade, there's a good chance you've been…
- 23 Sep 11, 10:57am -
Bobbi Brown Party to Go Palette
The Party to Go Palette is perfect for daily touchups, your gym bag, girls' night out, or your travel bag. Its three eye shadows, two lip colors and mini lipgloss are deeper shades that will transition to fall and winter well. Leave it to Bobbi to cr…
- 22 Sep 11, 10:48am -
Marc Jacobs Lola Purse Spray Set
Small size fragrances are so clever we think they're worthy of collecting. Lovers of Marc Jacobs' Lola frangrance will want this pocket purse spray and matching pouch. Its compact size is perfect for air travel or just a night out.Available at Neiman…
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Afrobella

newThe Fro Fashion Week Fabulousness
From what I’ve seen in my travels, there are three natural hair meccas. Chicago (represent!), New York (specifically, Brooklyn!) and Atlanta. The natural hair scene in Atlanta is passionate. At events I’ve attended, the women come out in their nu…
- 5 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 4:12pm -
It’s Carnival!!
Maybe you’re in Trinidad, and woke up at the crack of dawn to slather yourself with oil or mud to play j’ouvert in the darkness before sunrise. Maybe right now you’re sprinkling your skin with glitter before getting into that intricately adorne…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 2:26pm -
Winter Hair Care and a Crème of Nature Argan Oil Giveaway!
Last week there were piles of filthy snow all over the place. This week the skies are bleak and the streets are shiny and wet because of the rain. Chicago’s weather doesn’t quite know what to do with itself, and neither does my hair. Look at t…
- 6 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 6:55pm -
When It Comes to Products, What Kind of Natural Are You?
As your friendly round the way beauty and natural hair blogger, I get sent ALL KINDS of products to review. Some of them are totally the kind of stuff I’d buy myself, made with ingredients I know my hair will respond to favorably. Others…not so m…
- 7 days ago, 15 Feb 12, 6:29pm -
We Will Always Love You, Whitney Houston
I don’t want to write this post. I don’t want to write about losing Whitney Houston. I’ve written recent RIP tribute posts for Etta James and Don Cornelius, but this loss cuts deeper. It’s too sad. There’s an ache of deep, disappointed s…
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newMe & My Dobro

newBack In Black - Emily, the 'girl' next door

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newBack In Black - Emily, the 'girl' next door

The Budget Babe

newLittle Black Bag: A Review
Recently I got approached by the folks at Little Black Bag to check out their new interactive shopping site, littleblackbag.com. According to the press release, Little Black Bag is loosely based on a Japanese tradition known as the "Lucky Bag Sale"…
- 4 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 5:17pm -
newDress by Number: Jenna Dewan's Striped Top and Green Jeans
Jenna Dewan was seen traveling through LAX wearing a striped dolman sleeve top paired with bright green skinny jeans and Western-style ankle boots. This is such a cute and effortless outfit idea for colored denim. Make it your own with the cheap-chi…
- 9 hours ago, 22 Feb 12, 11:33am -
newChris Benz Fall 2012 Presentation
Here are some photos I snapped at the Chris Benz Fall 2012 collection presentation, one of the highlights of fashion week for the simple fact that you never know what you're getting to see by this wildly imaginative designer. With Big Band tunes boo…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 8:16pm -
newReem Acra Fall 2012 Runway Show
I attended the Reem Acra Fall 2012 runway show during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, my first time seeing this designer whom I've long admired for her incredible bridal wear. But there wasn't even so much as a hint of white in this collection, which wa…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 4:20pm -
newDress by Number: Kristin Cavallari's Denim Shirt and Coated Jeans
Kristin Cavallari was spotted outside Jose Eber salon in Beverly Hills donning a denim shirt, black wax-coated skinny jeans and Louboutin pumps. This is such an easy outfit idea to recreate on a budget, check out my affordable finds below to make it…
- 1 day ago, 21 Feb 12, 11:26am -

Coquette

NYFW: Vivienne Tam Fall 2012
(Photos: Imaxtree.com/Matteo Volta, Elle.com) Always favorite show of the season, Vivienne Tam did not disappoint. Her collection was filled with warm jewel toned (that purple!) skirts, pants and dresses. The rich silks and silk brocade, Chinese moti…
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 6:46pm -
Neiman Marcus Christian Louboutin Contest - Enter to Win a Pair of Loubs!
(Photo: My glitter Christian Louboutin's from New Year's Eve) Neiman Marcus is hosting the first Christian Louboutin social media challenge contest called Sole Seekers. Simply upload a picture of Christian Louboutin footwear into a growing online pic…
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 7:00pm -
Web Snob Weekly Roundup
Here is this week's Web Snob with the latest in fashion, beauty, celeb, and lifestyle: It was virtually impossible not to love the sense of fantasy Marc Jacobs brought to NYFW. Read more at BagSnob. Lots of new exciting beauty...
- 5 days ago, 17 Feb 12, 6:35pm -
Winners of the Secrets of Stylists Book
Congratulations to Kira from Pittsburgh, PA and Ria from Glen Allen, VA for each winning a copy of Sasha Charnin Morrison's Secrets of Stylists: An Insider's Guide to Styling the Stars (published by Chronicle Books). Thanks to everyone who entered!..…
- 7 days ago, 16 Feb 12, 6:41am -
Colorblock Pink + Reds
There's something about the pink + red colorblock mix that just makes me smile. Sure the blush tones are in for spring as well, but these colorblock picks are more high energy and fun. Top: BCBGMAXAZRIA Dee Colorblock Halter Maxi...
- 7 days ago, 15 Feb 12, 8:14pm -

What I Wore

newWhat I Wore: Winterberry
WhatIWore:When: February 21, 2012What: Scarf: Theodora and Callum via GILTChambray: J. Crew...
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newWhat I Wore: Seasonless
WhatIWore:When: February 20, 2012What:Shades: Fred FlareBlouse: J. CrewSweater: ZaraPants:...
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newShop The Trend: Pop of Pink!
WhatIWore: You’re gonna shocked when I tell you one of my favorite colors is pink, right?...
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What I Wore: Sunday Chic
WhatIWore:When: February 19, 2012What:Shades: Fred FlareScarf: Ebay, 9 years agoCoat: c/o...
- 2 days ago, 20 Feb 12, 2:24pm -
Saturday Morning Manicure: Three Piece
WhatIWore: For this manicure, I wanted to play around with stripes using painter’s tape. For...
- 4 days ago, 18 Feb 12, 2:36pm -

Ascension Style

DIY Chain Friendship Bracelet
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- 3 days ago, 19 Feb 12, 11:10pm -
Homemade Green Tea Body Butter Bars
Ingredients for Green Tea Body Bar:___________________________________2.5 oz Cosmetic/food grade Wax2 oz Mango butter 2 oz Shea butter1 oz Almond butter1 Tbsp Matcha (green tea powder)1 Tbsp Coconut oil (optional)…
- 27 days ago, 26 Jan 12, 12:00pm -
Leather on Leather
*coat- miss sixty, blazer - thrifted, boots -lucky, pants h&m, and bag- celineThe other night I was telling Eric how I love not havingsnow for winter. The following night wewere hit with our first degusting slush snow storm. I t…
- 31 days ago, 22 Jan 12, 10:45pm -
Homemade HomeLoving Lip Butter DIY
Utensils1. Measuring spoons2. Mixing/popsical sticks3. Pyrex measuring Cup4. Containers to pour intoIngredients:2.5 tsp food grade wax (add more wax to thicken or less for a stickier consistency)**soy wax is easier to melt…
- 35 days ago, 19 Jan 12, 7:17am -
Style LookBack
After havingto lose my father so quickly and unexpectedly, I realized that life was too short to keep tomyself forever. That summer I started myyoutube channel and blog. I had no ideaexactly what it would be about. Istart…
- 52 days ago, 1 Jan 12, 8:03pm -

The Next Best Thing

BareEscentuals Buxom Lip Cream

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Laura Mercier Tres Chic Collection

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Neiman Marcus Beauty Week

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Saks Beauty Week

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MAC Viva Glam Nicki and Ricky

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eHow - Style How To's

Chic Supporting Acts: 2012
It's Oscar season! What better way to celebrate than to see which nominees are stars on the big screen and the red carpet.
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Oscar Look Book: Rooney Mara
Starring in the award-winning film, “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” as Lisbeth Salander, has surely transformed Rooney Mara’s style for the better. With cutting edge looks and bold fashion statements that you can’t help but...
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The Art of the Bow Tie
The bow tie isn't new to the fashion scene. In fact, it's a seasoned veteran, but now that men, women and Ryan Gosling are sporting them with renewed gusto, you're probably wondering what this bow tie trend is all about. We've gathered some celebs an…
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Drip in Diamonds: Star-Worthy Gems
Diamonds are a girl's best friend, but they're not the only precious stone on the block. Whether it's a sparkling emerald or a sizzling sapphire, a gemstone always turns up the glam factor in any look. Need a little inspiration? Take a look at these.…
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Oscar Look Book: George Clooney
With three Golden Globes and an Academy Award on his shelf at home, George Clooney is no stranger to red carpet events. And, he has a reputation for looking dashing and classic in whatever he wears. Check out his recent moments in the spotlight and w…
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