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Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Olive + Leopard

First we fell for red hot leopard pairings, now there's a new combo we're crushing on — olive + leopard, Fall's coolest coupling, meant to be worn just as Nicky Hilton does.

First we fell for red hot leopard pairings, now there's a new combo we're crushing on — olive + leopard, Fall's coolest coupling, meant to be worn just as Nicky Hilton does. Leopard accents sexy up the military hue, and it's a simple pairing to replicate. A little olive dress or body-con skirt is an easy start, then add leopard accents via Fab footwear or clutch to complete the chic. We'd even try leopard-print tops under olive-toned military jackets or matched with skinny cargos — two Fall trends fused, limitless style.

Celebrity Style

Easy A Style: Olive

If you're looking to turn heads at school (or maybe this Halloween), this outfit from Easy A is the way to go.

If you're looking to turn heads at school (or maybe this Halloween), this outfit from Easy A is the way to go. Olive wears her new reputation on her sleeve — or lack thereof — by donning this bustier, leggings, and black hobo bag. A pair of Ray-Ban Wayfarers make it that much cooler. Shop Olive's sassy look now.

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Celebrity Style

Easy A Style: Olive

Just because you're serving detention, doesn't mean you can't look cute.

Just because you're serving detention, doesn't mean you can't look cute. Olive (played by Emma Stone) proves just that as she cleans graffiti off a bathroom stall. If you're ever required to do the same, skinny jeans, a simple camisole, and a cool, black vest will work just fine.

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Celebrity Style

Easy A Style: Olive

While walking the grounds of her high school, Olive (played by Emma Stone) kept things casual in the wardrobe department.

While walking the grounds of her high school, Olive (played by Emma Stone) kept things casual in the wardrobe department. For this scene she chose a simple black tank, skinny jeans, and a few gold accessories. A gray bag balances it all out. Shop Olive's key pieces to go back to school in style.

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Eco

Exclusive PetSugar Discount Alert! Olive Green Dog

As the name hints Olive - Green Goods for Modern Dogs stocks some of the most eco-tastic pet gear around.

As the name hints Olive - Green Goods for Modern Dogs stocks some of the most eco-tastic pet gear around. Olive handpicks products made from recycled or reclaimed stock and renewable or organic materials as well as selling their own natural, nontoxic items in reduced and recycled packaging. Because their online shop strongly supports local businesses, you'll see many items you won't spot everyday in every shop alongside earth-friendly mainstays like Planet Dog. From boiled wool Cheerful Pet toys to eazy bean beds, their merchandise comes from all over and is sure to please even the pickiest four-legged green consumer.

If you're not excited yet, now (through the end of February) Olive is offering an exclusive discount to PetSugar readers like you! Just use code OLIVESUGAR at checkout (all caps) to receive 15% off anything you buy! I'll be starting my Valentine's Day gift guide when February starts next week, but as they suggest "Say your RED in GREEN" and consider giving back and giving forward with an earth-friendly product!

Belts

eBay Find of the Week

PartySugar's vintage belt inspired me to find an equally gorgeous one for you Fab ladies!

PartySugar's vintage belt inspired me to find an equally gorgeous one for you Fab ladies! Olive green goes with pretty much everything so you shouldn't have a problem matching this Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Olive Leather Belt, size Small, with your already-fabulous ensembles. Wear it over a trapeze dress to create shape or with a skin-tight pencil skirt to achieve a sexy-secretary look!

Current bidding price is at $19.99 and the auction ends Thursday, August 30. Good luck and happy bidding!

Doing Drugstore

Doing Drugstore: Red Water Hydrating Shower Gel with Olive

When Walgreens began carrying European beauty lines, I was thrilled.

When Walgreens began carrying European beauty lines, I was thrilled. Sure, I'm always happy to browse the aisles for the old standby brands, but who doesn't like a little bit of Continental cosmetics when they pick up their prescriptions?

One of my favorite products is by Red Water Laboratories, a Greek brand that uses thermal spring water from the birthplace of Alexander the Great. Its Hydrating Shower Gel with Olive ($14) is more expensive than your average Calgon soak, but it provides qualities of premium products at a much smaller price. To find out why this green gel has found a home in my shower, read more

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What's the Deal With: Virgin and Extra Virgin Olive Oil

As we all learned from the Butter or Margarine Quiz, olive oil is a much healthier alternative.

As we all learned from the Butter or Margarine Quiz, olive oil is a much healthier alternative. Butter is bad for your heart since it is high in saturated fats, and most margarines are made from hydrogenated oil so they contain trans fats which raises your cholesterol.

OK back to olive oil — what's the difference between virgin and extra virgin? Is one healthier than the other? What about refined olive oil? Does refined mean better? Is one better suited for cooking?

Extra-virgin olive oil comes from the first pressing of the olives. It contains no more than 8% acidity (oleic acid), and is said to have a superior taste. Extra-virgin olive oil has higher levels of Vitamin E, Vitamin A, chlorophyll and magnesium. Contrary to popular belief, heating it will not cause it to lose its health benefits, it will only lose flavor.

Want to know about virgin olive oil and which one is best to cook with? Then read more