Posts for June 9th 2011

Sugar Shout Out 2011-06-09 23:55:00
Sugar Shout Out

Sugar Shout Out: Toss Aside Rice and Opt For Silly and Sentimental Wedding Alternatives!

Going against the grain: 10 alternatives to throwing rice at weddings Video: Justin Bieber goes country at the CMT Music Awards!
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Kate Middleton in Sequin Pink Jenny Packham Dress
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Kate Middleton Channels Glamour and Gossip Girl in Sparkly Gown

Kate Middleton, our favorite duchess, attended a gala in London looking spectacular in a sparkly Jenny Packham gown.
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Kate Middleton in Sequin Pink Jenny Packham Dress

Kate Middleton, our favorite duchess, attended a gala in London looking spectacular in a sparkly Jenny Packham gown. Coincidentally, Leighton Meester sported the same gown in a recent episode of Gossip Girl. Kate looks ultra glamorous in her pale pink dress, and for those of you who want to emulate Kate's elegant style, you're in luck. You can shop the gown right now, yours for a cool $3,515. Want to see more? Click on our slideshow for all the angles on Kate's sparkling outing, a close-up of the dress, and to see how Leighton wore it for her onscreen appearance.

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Kate Middleton Style 2011-06-09 15:43:04
Celebrity Style

Celeb Style: Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton and Prince William were all smiles while dressed to the nines for the Ark dinner at London's Kensington Palace.
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Kate Middleton and Prince William were all smiles while dressed to the nines for the Ark dinner at London's Kensington Palace. Kate glowed in a sequin Jenny Packham gown and peep-toe LK Bennett pumps. Her hair and makeup were gorgeous au naturel, and she finished off her royal style with a satin blush clutch. Shop now to re-create Kate's enviable ensemble.

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Skinny Models vs. Curvy Models
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When Is Skinny Too Skinny?

The debate over the size of today's fashion models has simmered for years, and while the fashion industry has taken steps to embrace the fuller-figure — Vogue Italia's June issue featuring a plus-size model cover should be noted — the majority of models are still skinny.
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The debate over the size of today's fashion models has simmered for years, and while the fashion industry has taken steps to embrace the fuller-figure — Vogue Italia's June issue featuring a plus-size model cover should be noted — the majority of models are still skinny. Really skinny. This wasn't always the case; in the days of Cindy Crawford and Naomi Campbell, women were fuller, and a curvier figure was de rigueur. Contrast that with today's standard, which leans more towards waif, like 5'11 Polish model Kasia Wrobel, who most recently walked in the Calvin Klein Resort 2012 show in a drapey silk dress. Part of the trend stems from younger teen models who haven't yet finished growing. Do you like today's standards for thin models, or do you think fashion should take serious steps to encourage a fuller-figure?

See by Chloe Fall 2011 Lookbook
See by Chloe

See by Chloé Gives Us Pretty, Streetwise Wear For Fall

If you've ever wondered how exactly to pull off that streetwise femme vibe, See by Chloé practically hand delivers the formula for Fall.
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See by Chloe Fall 2011 Lookbook

If you've ever wondered how exactly to pull off that streetwise femme vibe, See by Chloé practically hand delivers the formula for Fall. The collection, a blend of girlie-meets-tomboy, works layers — soft, floral printed dresses with camel coats, then knits with tailored pants in the slouchiest modern fits — and adds a cozy finishing touch via chunky, buckled booties and cozy gray tights —  lots of gray tights. Click through to see the whole covetable collection.

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Emma Stone: I ‘Never Felt Dorky’ as a Kid

Emma Stone: I ‘Never Felt Dorky’ as a Kid

It’s hard to imagine Emma Stone as anyone but the funny, fresh-faced star of films like Easy A, Superbad and the upcoming The Help. But the MTV Movie Award winner tells ELLE that she did indeed have an awkward phase. “I sucked my thumb until I was 11, so I had this expander in,” she says, adding that she wore glasses and braces, too. “I never felt, like, dorky. I was just like, ‘Yup, these are my braces. I’ve had them forever.’ I was a good-looking kid.”

Resort 2012 Collections
2012 Resort

The Best of the Resort 2012 Collections, Part II

Resort week is well underway, and we have to say, we love what we're seeing.
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Resort 2012 Collections

Resort week is well underway, and we have to say, we love what we're seeing. The sporty themes, from Jason Wu's surfer femme details and Michael Kors power surfer, to Nicolas Ghesquière's varsity jackets and visors, are making us feel the need to get in shape. Wild prints — wallpaper chic at Marc Jacobs, gypsy-inspired patterns at Thakoon, and ikat at Derek Lam — lend a bold vibe to the season that has become increasingly important. Click the slideshow to see the best of resort, part II.

Make sure to check out the Best of Resort, Part I!

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Best Online Vintage Shopping Destinations
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Vintage Advantage — Our 10 Favorite Vintage Shopping Sites

When it comes to vintage shopping, it can be difficult to find something worthwhile in your city or state.
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When it comes to vintage shopping, it can be difficult to find something worthwhile in your city or state. Those vintage shops can be musty and filled with a lot of, well, crap. The Internet has widened the vintage pool, but even then it's hard to know where to look, and sites like eBay and Etsy are fantastic, but overwhelming. Still, when you score that high-quality, high-style vintage piece on the Internet, it's a thrilling feat. Enter our editors' list, 10 excellent, well-curated vintage shopping sites for easy perusal. Whether you're looking for the best in bohemian chic, '80s-cool cocktail dresses, '20s era silk robes, or the perfectly worn-in concert tee, these online boutiques probably have exactly what you want. See our editors' picks for our 10 favorite online vintage shopping destinations when you keep reading.

Retail Therapy Avatar Style Award Winner Is Mochapy!
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Retail Therapy Avatar Style Award Winner Is Mochapy!

This cute, dressed-up look comes courtesy of Retail Therapy player Mochapy — her avatar is suited up in a fun, layered look perfect for those chilly mornings or not-quite-Summer days.
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This cute, dressed-up look comes courtesy of Retail Therapy player Mochapy — her avatar is suited up in a fun, layered look perfect for those chilly mornings or not-quite-Summer days. I love how she casually threw this gray blazer over a long-sleeved printed top, then mixed her patterns with a floral circle skirt. She accessorized with a black python bag and the perfect pair of open-toe booties. Love the look!

Here's what she has on:

Top: Tory Burch
Jacket: Banana Republic
Bag: Chloé
Shoes: Alexander Wang
Skirt: Topshop

Congrats Mochapy!

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