Archive for August, 2007
« Previous EntriesTrend Alert: Dresses For Fall
Saturday, August 25th, 2007UPDATED FOR SALE PRICES!
The fashion forecast for dresses this fall is really great for all body types given the resurgence of flowy sleeves and flattering cuts reminiscent of the 1970s. While microminis are in, so are tights, so get a flowy babydoll dress and pair it with a pair of black tights and mile-high platforms.
Maggy […]
Today’s Obsession: Foley for Foley + Corrina Dress
Wednesday, August 22nd, 2007Okay, I am officially lusting after this dress. I know, I know, lusting is a deadly sin. But can you empathize here? I mean, look at it, it’s adorable. It screams, “Wear me to an awesome party, stat!!!” And it truly looks like it could be universally flattering, even though it is super short. (I, […]
Today’s Sale: Candie’s Leopard Purse, $15!
Thursday, August 16th, 2007Candie’s Leopard Satchel at Kohl’s
$15 (Down from $25!)
Kohl’s: Candie’s
Back to School Looks for Fall 2007: Heels For Fall 2007!
Wednesday, August 15th, 2007Continuing our back-to-school styles, today we have some of the hottest shoe trends for Fall 2007, high-heel edition.
Heels For Fall
1. Patent Peep Toes. Peep-toe shoes are really fantastic because they basically never go out of style. You can buy a pair for $20 or $200 and look at it as an investment in your […]
The Next Best Thing: Nine West Solane T-Strap Wedges
Tuesday, August 14th, 2007Nine West is one of my favorite shoe brands, primarily because their shoes happen to fit me very well. Still, I can’t always rush out and buy every single one of their fabulous styles the second it hits the shelves (not for lack of wanting to). These shoes are fantastic, for example, the perfect […]
Intimate Apparel News: Marks & Spencer launching bras made for women with cancer in July 2007
Tuesday, August 14th, 2007Note from the Editor:
The British department store Marks & Spencer will be launching a new bra line made especially for women who have been operated on because of breast cancer. The bras, which come with matching panties, are designed to be functional, with design features that take into account the different physiology of women who […]
Today’s Sale: Metro7 Dress at WalMart, $19.94!
Monday, August 13th, 2007Summer is still in full swing no matter what the store mannequins in their fall plaids and tweeds and corduroys try to tell you. And what better way to dress up but still capture that summer casual vibe than with a pretty sun dress? How about this one from WalMart? It comes in Paprika or […]
Back to School Looks for Fall 2007: Flats For Fall!
Sunday, August 12th, 2007This is my favorite time of the year for so many reasons. There is something exciting about starting a new school year, something we all did throughout our childhoods and something some of us still do, either in grad school or with our own children.
Back-to-school time is also fun because of all the great fall […]
The Next Best Thing: Christian Louboutin Iowa Mary Janes
Saturday, August 11th, 2007
Christian Louboutin Iowa Mary-Janes
Lime Green
$595 at Net-A-Porter.com
Patent is hot for fall 2007 as are Mary Janes. So why not put them together? This was the precise idea of several designers this season, with fun results. Check out the gorgeous green peep-toe Mary Janes by Christian Louboutin, above.They would definitely brighten up your fall wardrobe […]
Today’s Sale: Fleur de Lis Pendant at Wet Seal, $7!
Friday, August 10th, 2007Super cute fleur de lis pendant will dress up any simple outfit. Tres chic! (And under $10!)
Fleur de Lis Pendant
$7 at Wet Seal
Today’s Sale: Star Slingbacks at House of Dereon, $39.99!
Wednesday, August 8th, 2007Here is a little twist on your classic black slingback: pretty flower embellishments along the back strap. Wear with a bare leg and a streamlined mini dress or pair with tweed shorts and patterned tights for a back-to-school look.
Star Slingbacks
By House of Dereon
$39.99 Down From $160!!!
The Look: Theme Park!
Wednesday, August 8th, 2007The summer days are winding down, so there is no time like now to max out on your season pass to your local theme park! Wear something cool, comfy and souvenir picture ready (come on–you still want to look good in those family photos, right?). This top is bright enough to be seen in a […]
Q&A: Bumps On My Arms
Tuesday, August 7th, 2007Q. Dear Beauty Editor:
I have pretty nice skin, but I do get these bumps on the backs of my thighs and the backs of my upper arms. I have tried everything to get these to go away, including exfoliating with many, many different products. Do you have any other ideas on how to get rid […]
Flavor of the Week: Blood Orange
Monday, August 6th, 2007Blood orange is an ingredient I’ve been hearing a lot about on Top Chef. But it certainly isn’t only being utilized in the kitchen; now it can be found in a host of great beauty products. And why not? With it’s fresh citrus smell and deep scarlet coloring, it is a dramatic and beautiful addition […]
Hair Trend: The Inverted Bob
Saturday, August 4th, 2007If you love short hair but were bored with all of your cut options, take a look at this sexy do:
This is Broadway and film and TV star Kristin Chenoweth (you remember her as Sally Brown and Glinda in Wicked, right?). Isn’t she adorable? And with this reverse bob, she looks very sex kittenish, doesn’t […]
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