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Futuristic Fashion: A Hot Spring 2010 Trend (video)
For Spring 2010, and interesting trend has emerged which we're dubbing "Futuristic Chic" - it's very Blade Runner'y, very tough, and in some cases, quite androgynous. In this episode of Daily Dose of Style - brought to you by Audrey of Momgenerations.com and yours truly - we ferret out some of the c …
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Louis Vuitton Celebrates 150 Years of Fabulous with Charity...& Bags!
Louis Vuitton's storied Asnieres workshop turns 150 this month, their sole production facility from 1859 to 1977 and where all hard-frame luggage, special orders, exotic leather and limited-edition bags are still made today. To celebrate, Louis Vuitton North America is donating a percentage of sales …
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100% LOVE: A Deliciously Fragrant Collaboration of Legends
Why do some fragrances have a cult following? Commercial success is not an ingredient; passion and talent are. Even before Luca Turin - dubbed by fragrance critic Chandler Burr as The Emperor of Scent in his book on Turin - published his acclaimed and critical guide to perfume with Tania Sanchez …
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The Big Cover-up from Cover FX: Diverse & Divine
In the US, nearly 50% of the population is Hispanic, multi-racial, African American or Asian...so why is there such a lack of options in color and treatment foundations? As someone who is tired of mixing and matching (and spending extra $$$) to find a color that suits both my combination skin (that …
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Fashion Made Easy (or Easier at Least)
Everyone wants to look their best 24/7, but like anything worthwhile, it takes work. However, judging from the amount of closets stuffed to the brim with "nothing" to wear, women are definitely willing to spend the time and money; what's missing, obviously, is some schoolin' on how to build a close …
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Holiday Comfort Food: Bailey's Irish Cream, Shoes & Giving Back
Few things are as irresistable as shoes, and when the proceeds go to charity, even better. This Holiday Season, Baileys Irish Cream has invited five designers - Shree Moni, Vanessa Noel, Farylrobin, Alejandro Ingelmo and Rafe - to create a one-of-a-kind pair of shoes inspired by the tasty beverage. …
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Fashion's Night Out to Make a Fa$hionable Return
Anna Wintour was right. Most of us wondered if this initiative would actually translate into sales for designers and luxury stores like Barney...and it did. Sales rose by a reported 50%. FNO will be returning next September 2010, and serious details are still to be revealed, we're still excite …
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The RUFFLES Fashion Trend: Cute Coats & Jackets (video)
Ruffles are still a strong trend this season, continuing into Spring 2010. In this episode, we bring to you a gorgeous and affordable ruffled suede coat to buy now (& wear with everything), an offbeat-chic plaid number, and and adorable coat-dress to keep an eye out for this spring from the S/S …
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Unstress Your Tresses with this Celeb Secret from Leonor Greyl
Madonna, Gwen Stefani and Marc Jacobs change hair color like the rest of us change clothes, and yet, hair always looks shiny and healthy. The brand they turn to is luxe Leonor Greyl, which has been using natural ingredients since its inception in the 1960s before anyone knew what a carbon footpr …
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Marc Jacobs Scares Lil' Kids plus the History of Halloween Costumes
"Mommy, why is that clown holding another clown’s head in his hand?” wondered the child of the mommy blogger who snapped these pix of what can best be described as an "Insane Clown Massacre" of a dozen blood-spattered, apparently homicidal clowns in various states of dismemberment...aka the Hallowee …
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Leave on Your Mask...Your Sampar Noctural Lifting Mask
If you've spent time in Paris, you know it's true: most chic Parisiennes don't use many cosmetics, but they are sticklers about skincare. A leading French skincare brand is Sampar - embraced by non-French celebs like Sigourney Weaver, Claire Danes, Kirsten Dunst, and Eva Green - which uses cutting- …
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When Less is More: Why Look Good When Your Skin Can Look Per-fékt!
Would you build a house without a foundation? Well it’s the same way with your skin: It’s NOT ok just to cleanse and moisturize. If you need proof, take a look at yourself using a 10x magnifying mirror; no matter who you are, chances are it’s not a pretty sight. And spackling on foundation is not …
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Deborah Lippmann: the Voice of (Nail) Color
For every event in my life there is a song. Recovering from a broken heart, I discovered Deborah Lippmann Collection’s "No more Drama" - a tan/pink-beige created for Mary J Blige - and I have loved and bought every polish in her collection ever since. With a degree in music, and like many aspiri …
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Last Minute Halloween Ideas: Costumes, Parties & Fun Stuff to Do
GET INSPIRED: Whether you're feeling glamorous like doomed Queen Cleopatra (Petra Nemcova), saucy like Batman's Harley Quinn (Melissa Haro), or fun & funky (Agyness Deyn & fashion designer Henry Holland), Modelinia has a fun slideshow of models' various getups to get you inspired. Alternativ …
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The RUFFLES Fashion Trend: Walk Tall in Stylish Shoes (video)
Ruffles just couldn't be hotter right now. In this episode we find two fabulously ruffled kicks - one prim, proper & affordable; and one the exact opposite: drop-dead, over-the-top, completely lustworthy & as pricey as they are fierce. (Want any of the goodies you saw in today's episode? T …
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Field Notes from Paris: The Letter F from Ineke
Ineke Rühland, an independent classically-trained perfumer from ISIPCA - the only university-level perfumery school in the world - creates some of the world's most beautiful perfumes, coveted by cognoscenti everywhere. Through original photos, evocative artwork, and snippets of verse, Ineke crafts a …
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So Good it's BAD! Alterna's Caviar Anti-Aging Volume Molding Creme
My hair (unlike my personality) is well behaved. You tell it what to do and it does it. Want it straight? It will lay flat for me. Want it waved, it springs to attention. And because my locks require so little fuss, it is rare that I find a hair care product that turns my head. But I literally …
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Is Michelle Obama this Generation's Jackie O?
While she's undoubtedly brainy, pretty, and a model mom, the real reason we're all Michelle Obama obsessed is because she's as into fashion as the rest of us. Her shoe collection alone proves she's one of the girls, and she loves wearing a chic White House/Black Market sheath as much as something fa …
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Stud It! Fringe It! Biker Babe It! Here's How.
Few things add edge to a look like bits of metal leering out from an unexpected angle; in combination with swingy fringe, the trend continues to stomp down many a runway. Adding a touch of tough to pieces you already have in your wardrobe is a fun way to freshen up your look. But be careful: there …
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For the Prettie$t Pink Pout: Cle de Peau Extra Silky Lipstick
All the au courant rouge reds and aubergine lipstick shades being promoted by most of the magazines simply don't look good on everyone. If it doesn't flatter, it doesn't matter...so best go with colors that work with your complexion. Luxe color and skincare company Cle de Peau offers their Extra Si …
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