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Speaking as someone who was planning a wedding not so long ago, I can attest that Etsy is a very valuable resource. The online hybrid of a really amazing flea market and craft fair offers a near-limitless supply of one-of-a-kind vintage, handmade and locally sourced things for the ceremony and reception at much lower prices than almost any bridal boutique or specialty store will charge. That said, to find these aforementioned treasures, one must go through hours upon hours of sifting, which—also speaking as someone who was planning a wedding not so long ago—isn't always an option when there are also family politics to manage, a rehearsal dinner to plan and vows to write. That's why I really wish Etsy's new collaboration with Nordstrom existed when I was engaged.

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Finding the right bikini or maillot is much easier (and way more fun!) if you can avoid these common trip-ups.

Not Taking the Time to Strip Down
Ideally, your bathing suit search should be a leisurely in-person process, used to test every available cut and how it holds up when you do jumping jacks/bend over/pretend to spike a volleyball. Sure, it might not be nearly as fun as, say, fancy sandal shopping, but you'll be grateful when there isn't any fit issues on the beach. However, if you must order online, be sure to pick a place with free returns, in case something isn't quite the way it looked on screen.
Rosebud Bandeau Tank, $98, jcrew.com

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Tim Gunn knows a thing or two about style. For almost 10 years running, the Project Runway star has kept us entertained with his loveable personality, impeccable taste and most noteworthy catchphrase — you know the one I'm talking about.

So when I had the opportunity to sit down with the TV personality to discuss all things summer style (as well as his other obsession — coffee) at a Nespresso event last week, I jumped at the chance.

In between sipping cappuccinos, I decided to put Gunn's famous phrase to the test by asking the style savant how to keep some of Lucky's favorite summertime trends looking classy and sophisticated. In other words — how to make them work.

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Getting a diploma is exciting, but so is unwrapping the congratulatory presents that come with it. That is, until you come across one of these things below, which are basically the opposite of superpretty interview shoes and envelopes laced with $20 bills. Instead, they're either boring or bizarre graduation presents (or just not occasion-appropriate), and we wouldn't suggest buying any of them for a recent grad. Unless, of course, that graduate is really obsessed with snow globes, in which case, more power to you.

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Ready to build your Summer wardrobe? You don't have to look far. Just head to Tommy Hilfiger tomorrow. The beloved all-American brand is launching their limited-edition Surf Shack collection inspired by the beach, the sun, the waves — pretty much everything we love most about Summer.

Stock up on adorable swimsuits, flowy dresses, and the cutest wallets from the collection. And while you're at it, why not pickup a few things for the man in your life — or better yet, some early Father's Day gifts. Choose from handsome blazers, pullovers and even custom-made surfboards designed exclusively by contemporary artists like Richard Phillips and Raymond Pettibon.

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Last night's Met Gala red carpet was an undeniable parade of punk pretty, from Sarah Jessica Parker's awesome and on-theme Philip Treacy mohawk headpiece to Sienna Miller's off-the-chain studded moto jacket. Such ensembles obviously don't come cheap — especially when they're custom-created for their wearers, as most Met Gala looks tend to be. But whose look last night cost the most?

To find out, we turned to Moda Operandi, where a selection of last night's dresses are already available to preorder — including a good handful of our favorites. Fancy getting your hands on Kate Bosworth's sparkly Balmain mini? Prepare to shell out $26,000. How about Elettra Wiedemann's bright and bold Prabal Gurung? That'll be $27,690—$12,495 for the gown, $15,195 for the cape.

But the most expensive dress on offer? That'd be Constance Jablonski's stunning harnessed Wes Gordon creation, priced at $35,610 — more than some luxury automobiles, for those of you keeping score. But remember — Moda only requires that shoppers pay half their bill upfront, so really, you'd only be shelling out $17,805 for the time being. What a bargain!

Would you pay nearly $36,000 to dress like your favorite punked-out celeb? Let us know!

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Last week, while sipping a tasty Svedka cocktail and browsing the collection of totally unisex T-shirts with California surfer-inspired graphics in Sandro's latest collaboration with photographer Hugh Holland, we had a thought. While a graphic tee is traditionally saved for those super casual days, these awesome shirts with really cool details could actually be dressed up, or down for a number of different occasions. Which is to say: we've found your perfect summer tee.

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J.Crew's having a pretty great sale right now, but it's a bit of a stealthy one — something you might miss if you don't have your reading glasses on. I sort of get why their homepage is a giant tribute to Mother's Day — those responsible girls out there are probably already shopping for the May 10 holiday — but this sale is not only more pressing (it started today and only goes through Sunday, April 28), it's also unusually good.

No men's suits or stuff from other labels, i.e. the Barbour jackets or Cambridge Satchel bags, but everything else in store and online is fair game. All you have to do is type in the promo code, SPRINGBEST, for 25 percent off at checkout. Which really deserves a flashier, grander announcement than the size 8 font that's tucked below the navigation bar, don't you think?

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Mad Men's sixth season is now officially in high gear and its third episode, "The Collaborators" made us want to weep for the women on the show. Infidelity, miscarriages and brothels made this week's viewing both titillating and heartbreaking, as only Mad Men can. Megan deals with a personal tragedy, Peggy is bullied at work, and, of course, Don continues to behave like a big smarmy jerk (with flashbacks to boot). Like Don's philandering, the '60s glamour was also unstoppable this week (so many neck scarves!), which is why we shopped some of our favorite looks.

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Get ready for the French-iest collaboration there ever was, folks: Parisian up-and-coming designer Calla Hynes is teaming up with Gallic high street company Comptoir des Cotonniers on an accessibly-priced collection hitting stores on May 2. Hynes' love of print-mixing and vibrant color palettes make her seasonal presentation one of our NYFW favorites—and as for CdC, the brand consistently churns out some of the best trench coats and summery dresses on the market. Can you tell we're psyched?

Our friends at Fashionista got an exclusive first look at the Calla Hynes x Comptoir des Cotonniers lookbook—and from the floral denim to the perfect printed shirtdresses, we're kinda obsessed with every single look.

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We dropped everything to watch Game of Thrones' triumphant return to HBO. For months we waited, wondering about the welfare of our favorite dragons, the seemingly alcoholic Queen Cersei and the fate of young Arya Stark. While watching in our House Targaryen hoodie, we decided to craft our own spin on which character has the claim to the Iron Throne. Everybody thinks they deserve it, but if you look at things through a sartorial lens, some are more suited than others. Each week, we'll choose who gets to rule over the seven kingdoms, based purely on style and street cred.

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If Moda Operandi's prestigious list of affiliated designers, high profile Artistic Director Taylor Tomasi Hill or newly launched in-season boutique didn't tip you off, the luxury e-tailer doesn't do things halfway. Even it's latest campaign star, model-of-the-moment Karlie Kloss, is the best of the best.

For the website's new "La Vie En Rose" campaign, double K took time out from her busy House of Style shooting schedule, Momofuku "kookie" baking and editorial shooting to pose in some of spring best styles, all available to order on the website now. (Her floral headpiece, alas, is not. But we think it would be fairly easy to DIY, should you have a glue gun, bouquet and an afternoon with nothing to do).

Watch her work that Klossie magic in the video below and shop all her looks here.

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Topshop's higher-end label, Topshop Unique, is moving up in the world. As of yesterday, select pieces from the label's Spring/Summer 2013 range are available on Need Supply's website, making it the first American e-tailer to carry the line. (Save for the British chain's USA platform, of course. But there, most sizes have already sold out.)

Looking at the collection, it's easy to see why the Virginia-based store needed to supply it. (Sorry, couldn't help myself.) Inspired by Kate Moss in the '90s, it does indeed capture the super's famously effortless style with slouchy shapes and in an all neutral palette. Unfortunately, however, it won't make you sound like this when you read 50 Shades of Grey.

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MADE is sort of like the CFDA. The company sponsors fashion designers and helps produce runway shows — but instead of championing household names who show at Lincoln Center, it works mostly with up-and-coming labels at Milk Studios, the Fashion Week venue for smaller productions. It's the downtown answer to the CFDA, in a sense, and not just because Milk is literally downtown. MADE tends to work with more avant-garde brands. It's more subversive.

Now, though, the MADE team have become designers — not just behind-the-scenes characters — thanks to their inaugural collection for Macy's Impulse. It seems like the fashion industry insiders basically created what they'd want to wear with bedhead and messy eyeliner to the latest underground bar, and it's predictably cool: leather skirts, bomber jackets, track pants. The 24 pieces have the sort of swagger we'd expect from the Alexander-Wang-wearing employees we see around Milk throughout Fashion Week — at a fraction of designer prices.

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Last night, we stopped by Opening Ceremony's New York flagship for the launch of Rihanna's capsule collection for UK retailer River Island — which just debuted at London Fashion Week, making it quite literally "phresh out the runway," to quote the singer. In addition to early access to the line, guests were treated to a preview of the store's RIHtrospective — a carefully-curated display of seven of RiRi's most iconic stage and red carpet looks, all handpicked by the songstress herself with help from her stylist, Mel Ottenberg.

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When it comes to downtown-approved, accessibly-priced offerings for all seasons, Nasty Gal's always had our back—and now, the e-tailer's taking on the beach. Inspired by '90s surf gear, Sophia Amoruso's store's Spring 2013 lookbook introduces something entirely new into the Nasty Gal mix: swimwear. Styled alongside neoprene moto jackets and flare-skirted, zip-front scuba dresses, the images feature the brand's all-new cutout maillots, while this morning's press release promises will "elicit out-of-the-ordinary tan lines." We can't wait to take 'em for a spin come summer.

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As obsessed as I am with all things sparkly, I’m ready to retire the glitz (now that it's post-holiday season)—but not without losing the glamour. Maybe that’s why I’ve been favoring gold’s slightly-less-dazzling-but-just-as-alluring sister: rose gold. Accent your outfit with just a hint of the pink-toned metal for an elegant look that isn’t too flashy.

Marion Crossbody Bag, $675, Alexander Wang, NeimanMarcus.com

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We can't wait to see Rihanna's designs for UK High Street label River Island come down the runway at next month's London Fashion Week. To tease the forthcoming collab, Vogue UK posted the clip below, in which the Barbadian songstress attends model fittings and examines collection sketches with her co-designer Adam Selman.

The most interesting takeaway from the video? It seems Rihanna's range was largely inspired by the personal style of normal London teens. "The high-end designers are inspired by these kids," she explains. "They say what's cool, the high-end designers go and design it, and I feel like . . . why not go to the source? To be ahead of the trend, and have something inspirational and new and fresh?" Incidentally, the kids in question are exactly who we predict will go crazy for Riri's River Island looks first. Along with us, of course.

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Silk Tops
Brand-new silk shirts are fantastic—except when the cost eats up your entire month’s clothing budget. Vintage silk tops that are still in good condition can be hard to find in thrift stores, but did you know there are tons on Etsy? Yep. Brown Bag Vintage has great pieces, and—bonus—the owner actually works for Etsy, so you know you can trust the quality.

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Lingerie That Makes You Blush
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Curiosity about Carrie Bradshaw's family — only vaguely referenced in HBO's Sex and the City—didn't make me watch the premiere of The Carrie Diaries, the CW's much-anticipated SATC prequel, last night. Neither did any interest in her pre-Miranda, Samantha and Charlotte crew, or non-Mr. Big boyfriends. Still, I made the effort to close my MacBook, stash my iPhone and pay close attention for one extremely important reason: the fashion. Nay, the fashion as interpreted by Eric Daman, the show's costume designer.

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