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The Year of the Snake 2013
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Slither, Slither: 2013 Is the Year of the Snake

Now that it's officially the year of the snake, we thought it might be helpful to share some interesting facts about the serpent.
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Now that it's officially the year of the snake, we thought it might be helpful to share some interesting facts about the serpent. Along with being phenomenal at slithering around, snakes come after dragons in the Chinese zodiac, replacing the symbol of good fortune and power with wisdom and mystery. Part of the 12-year cycle of animals that make up the zodiac, people born under the snake are thought to have good tempers and strong communication skills but may have jealous and suspicious tendencies. Click through for a collection of snake pictures paired with more information about our slithering friends.

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Photo of Mallika Sherawat Posing With Snake
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Do Tell: Would You Pose With a Snake?

Actress Mallika Sherawat had her photo snapped at an event for the film Hisss at the Cannes Film Festival, and I couldn't help but notice her living necklace.
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Actress Mallika Sherawat had her photo snapped at an event for the film Hisss at the Cannes Film Festival, and I couldn't help but notice her living necklace. Britney Spears famously wore a snake around her neck for her "I'm a Slave 4U" number, and snake charmers around the world say it's safe. Would you rock a boa as a boa for a photo, or does the idea make you squeamish?

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Design Snake Jewelry
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Angelina and Brad Design High-End Jewelry With Asprey

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have tackled a lot together — namely, a growing family.
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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have tackled a lot together — namely, a growing family. A high-end jewelry line is the latest. Dubbed The Protector, it's inspired by snakes because Angelina considers the reptile a protector of her family. Here at the BAFTA Awards in February, she gave us a sneak peek of the line by wearing the serpent bracelet.

The duo's jewelry line has been in the works for more than a year but will finally debut later this week at Asprey stores in London, New York, Beverly Hills, Tokyo and Dubai. A silver baby spoon with a serpent-shaped handle, retailing for $525, will benefit Education Partnership for Children of Conflict, co-founded by Angelina. Black diamond and emerald pavé rings, earrings, bracelets, men’s cuff links, and studs are also part of the line. This is one celebrity designer collaboration I didn't see coming. Did you?

To see a few snake jewels by Brad and Angelina, read more

Cobra Creature Feature on Petsugar
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Creature Features: Cobra

Yeesh, when I see this image, I get chills up and down my spine!
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Yeesh, when I see this image, I get chills up and down my spine! Everybody knows (or should know) what a cobra looks like, but do you know what to do if you were to meet one? See what you know about this slithering reptile when you take my quiz!

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Fab Finding Follow Up: Drinks With the Ex (Gasp)!
Fab Finding

Fab Finding Follow Up: Drinks With the Ex (Gasp)!

Your phone rings, and on the other line is .
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Your phone rings, and on the other line is . . . your ex! He's just invited you out for a drink this week and even though you were caught way off guard, you somehow accepted. There's no turning back now, so make the best of the situation. Show up looking s-s-s-sizzling and make him kick himself for leaving you.

I started you off with this Boucheron Fantasy Ring ($2,180) because not only will it intimidate him, it will come in handy if things go awry. Let's see what you all came up with!


Look # 1, created by bvfashion, is as fierce as the snake ring. The Alexander McQueen leather jacket is sure to make him fear you!

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Come Fab Finding With Me: Drinks With the Ex (Gasp)!
Fab Finding

Come Fab Finding With Me: Drinks With the Ex (Gasp)!

Your phone rings, and on the other line is .
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Your phone rings, and on the other line is . . . your ex! He's just invited you out for a drink this week and even though you were caught way off guard, you somehow accepted. There's no turning back now, so make the best of the situation. Show up looking s-s-s-sizzling and make him kick himself for leaving you.

I'll start you off with this Boucheron Fantasy Ring ($2,180) because not only will it intimidate him, it will come in handy if things go awry.


Let's go Fab Finding! Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with drinks with ex.

Now, you can build outfits by creating a list of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab-Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when you are completing your Fab-Finding missions.

To learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one, click here. For a more detailed explanation of bookmarks from geeksugar click here.

To see some of my favorite online stores, read more

Fab Redux: Cleopatra's Final Touch
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Fab Redux: Cleopatra's Final Touch

With Halloween fast approaching, I have really started getting into costume brainstorming mode.
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With Halloween fast approaching, I have really started getting into costume brainstorming mode. Often I'll turn to vintage clothing to supplement my Halloween costume — that way, no one else can show up to the party wearing the same thing as me.

When I saw this 80s snake belt, $24, I automatically thought: how perfect would it be for a Cleopatra costume? It's adjustable up to 36" and if you didn't want to wear it around your waist, you could wrap it around your upper arm instead. What is a Cleo costume without an asp, anyway?

Trend Alert: Snake Motifs
Trend Alert

Trend Alert: Snake Motifs

Fashion sure has a dark side lately with trends like studs, zippers and now snake motifs.
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Fashion sure has a dark side lately with trends like studs, zippers and now snake motifs. These slithering creatures have found their way onto jewelry, handbags and even dresses - they sure are sneaky. I do admit I loved Jennifer Hudson's little gold snake on her Roberto Cavalli dress at the Grammys. And let's not forget the original femme fatale, Cleopatra, was a huge fan. While I would rather don this motif sexily around my wrist, for you more daring girls out there here are a few options.

Kenneth Jay Lane Jeweled Crystal Snake Cuff, $150.


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