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Look of the Day: Bronze Beauty

FabSugar — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 08:00:22 PDT

Isn't shulemina a bronze beauty? Her sun kissed skin complements the gold-toned babydoll and sandals to a tee and I love the metallic bronze clutch!

Here's what she has on:

Dress: Lulumari
Shoes: J. Renteria
Clutch: Bershka
Jewelry: Sergio Bustamante

Congrats to shulemina!

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Who Wore It Better? Sequined Balenciaga Babydoll Dress

FabSugar — Mon, 15 Oct 2007 13:00:22 PDT

Remember that gorgeous sequined Balenciaga babydoll dress Sienna Miller wore to the premiere of Factory Girl? Well, during my usual morning visit to PopSugar today, I caught Katie Holmes wearing the same dress seven months later! This is a tough call because both ladies are wearing black opaque tights and patent pumps - almost identical. I approve of both. Who gets your vote?

Source, Flynet

9 Easy Tricks to Maximize Your Wardrobe

LearnVest — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:15:31 PDT

Despite what you think, you actually don't need more clothes. The trick is to just maximize your wardrobe. LearnVest shares how.

Whether you live for shopping the latest trends or wish you could spend every day in your favorite pair of jeans and a white t-shirt, your clothes project a message about who you are.

The great thing is that you have the power to control that message entirely - as long as what you already own isn’t standing in your way.

From having a wardrobe that’s bursting with every item of clothing you’ve had since childhood to owning a ton of pieces that you never wear (the definition of wasted money), these are the ways your closet can stop you from being the most stylish version of yourself.

To cut through the clutter and help you get the most from the items you already have, we polled everyone we know - including all of the LearnVest editors, who are definitely invested in looking their best on a budget, and one fashion expert - to come up with nine easy, inventive ways for you to make over the closet you have without spending a ton on new trends.

At least one of these strategies will dramatically change the way you feel about getting dressed in the morning.

1. Follow the Rainbow

This strategy comes courtesy of LearnVest reader Erin Greenbaum, who has used this technique for years with great success. Every day for a week, make sure that your ensemble includes an item of a certain color: week one is red, two is orange, three is yellow, etc. This will encourage you to search through your closet and actually wear the pieces that have been languishing, unloved, underneath your go-to items.

2. First In, Last Out

In her new book, You Are What You Wear, Dr. Jennifer Baumgartner says that the majority of people wear 20 percent of their closet 80 percent of the time. There are variations on this “first in, last out” wardrobe strategy, which prevent you from wearing a few pieces nonstop.

Instead of wearing the same small percentage of your closet every week, do what Assistant Editor Alden Wicker does: after wearing an outfit, she hangs it in the most remote corner of her closet, which forces her to see only pieces she hasn’t worn frequently. If she’s totally uninspired by a piece staring her right in the face, she has to decide whether to consign it or not. Another approach (which might be better if you like to organize by item type - dresses near dresses, shirts near shirts) is to hang each item inside out after you wear it (assuming you don’t have to wash it immediately). This way, you can easily see which pieces you’ve recently worn and which items you may have forgotten about.

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14 Reasons Why You Need a Cute Babydoll Dress For Spring

Chi Diem Chau — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 04:00:14 PDT

The babydoll dress is back and quite possibly, better than ever. We remember wearing these swingy dresses back in the '90s with our grunge boots, but this time around, designers like Louis Vuitton, Yves Saint Laurent, and Alexander McQueen revised the feminine silhouette with new embellishments, prints, and for the extra-femme girl, layers of feathers and tulle. This Spring, we're looking to translate the look into our daily routine via sweet leopard prints, bright colors, and even a whimsical option. Ready to shop? Check out the slideshow to see 14 amazing babydoll options for Spring, and why we love them.

Fab Recap - Our Spring Bargain Finds, Jennifer Lawrence's Red Carpet Looks, and More

FabSugar — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 05:00:23 PDT

Now that all of the Fall Fashion Month is over, we've switched gears and can now focus on Spring! It's time to put away your Winter wools and invest in some flashy prints, flowy skirts, and pretty pastels. Check out our coverage on the Spring tribal trend, sweet babydoll dresses, and our favorite bags for the new season. We also showed you Jennifer Lawrence's gold glam looks at all the Hunger Games red carpet events and our exclusive peek at the H&M Glamour Conscious collection. Click through to Spring forward!

Twenty8Twelve Fall 2012

Brittney Stephens — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 14:26:34 PST

Even though sisters Savannah and Sienna Miller left the brand earlier this year, the ultra-cool Twenty8Twelve girl that they created is still very much present in the Fall '12 collection. Designers Vanessa James and Elsa Elphick offered a '60s mod grouping for the season, featuring Beatnik-style babydoll frocks with tights, slim-fitting trousers and flawlessly-cut coats - all perfect pieces for the seemingly effortless girl-about-town. They also played with prints - we saw the Prince of Wales check on tailored trousers, a silk blouse and skirt were cut in bold florals, and a psychedelic pattern popped up on a pair of slouchy shorts. Overall, Twenty8Twelve still has the same pretty, cool-girl appeal, and we're really feeling this Fall collection.

Trends: Menswear-inspired trousers, tailored peacoats, short babydoll dresses, leather touches.
Colors: Black, gray, camel, petal pink, navy.
Key Piece: The Pepto Bismol-pink peplum dress caught our eye immediately.
Accessories: Sculptural colorblock heels, black leather gloves, printed head wraps.
Who Would Wear It: Retro-chic types like Kirsten Dunst and Zooey Deschanel.

Photos courtesy of Twenty8Twelve

Victoria, Victoria Beckham Fall 2012

Marisa Tom — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 06:54:42 PST

Victoria, Victoria Beckham exuded the quintessential girlie style we've been lusting after for Fall '12. Prim babydoll dresses with drop-waist silhouettes, pointed collars, and a feminine blend of metallic accents paired with dark muted tones were all in the mix. Our full runway report is coming shortly, but click through now to see the complete Victoria, Victoria Beckham collection.

Anna Sui Fall 2012

Marisa Tom — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:14:12 PST

Let's face it: Anna Sui knows how to have fun. So much fun, in fact, that we were even treated to models like Lily Donaldson, Joan Smalls, and Lindsey Wixson smiling on the runway! For Fall '12, Anna drew inspiration from a 1960s Jean Shrimpton silhouette but, in Sui style, took care to put her own signature whimsical spin on it, as seen in the psychedelic patterns and color palette. While the super-textured shag coats, Woodstock-worthy caftans, and babydoll dresses certainly set the retro tone, it was the designer's attention to the owl motif that left a lasting impression. The knitted owl hats, owl-shaped sunglasses, and owl-embellished fingerless gloves were just a few of the not-so-subtle themed items found within this playful lineup. Also worth noting? Anna Sui collaborated with Coach to design this season's line of bags - newly debuted on the runway - and yes, they had owls on them, too. It was a total Anna production, just youthful and fun from start to finish.

Trends: Owls, oversized Peter Pan collars, super-textured shag coats, '60s-style babydoll dresses, and bright tights.
Colors: Rich autumnal colors - rust, orange, ecru - matched up with neon blue, fuchsia, and pink.
Key Piece: The cozy shag coats over sweet babydoll dresses.
Accessories: Newly debuted line of Anna Sui for Coach bags, knit owl hats, owl-shaped sunglasses, knit fingerless owl-embellished gloves, and neon tights.
Who Would Wear It: Fashionistas with a taste for kitsch and color, like Hailee Steinfeld and Chloe Moretz.

Warm Winter Coats For Fashionable Tots

Nicole Abbott — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:37:34 PST

Bundle up in style this season! Temperatures are dropping, and a lightweight coat or heavy Fall sweater just won't do much longer. But mama puts a lot of thought into her lil ones' outfits, and covering up in any Winter coat is not acceptable. Tots' coats should be just as fashionable as what's underneath! From puffer jackets to sophisticated tweeds, there's something to suit everyone's tastes among these Winter styles.

Jessica Simpson Girls Toggle Puffer Jacket ($105): Celebrity style! Vibrant and functional, this toggle coat is from mama-to-be Jessica Simpson's newly launched girls line.
Gymboree Toggle Faux Shearling Coat ($33): Top your tot's Winter look with a cozy and elegant faux-shearling coat that features plush faux-fur in the collar, cuffs, and trim.
Old Navy Wool-Blend Babydoll Coat ($70): For classic style, check out this cozy, double-breasted coat with a gathered, rounded collar for a sophisticated Winter layer. Available in black, red, and leopard print.
Old Navy Marled Tweed Coat For Baby ($45): For little ladies who lunch! This trendy tweed dress coat features a wide shawl collar and three oversize button closures in a lovely lavender shade.
Peace of Cake Kids Curly Q's Hippie Coat ($68): Dress it up: this hippie-chic faux-fur coat - with a decorative brooch adorning the collar - is both sweet and stylish.
Petit Bateau Boys Toggle Coat ($152): Traditionally preppy, this boy’s duffle coat with a flat hood and traditional toggle fastening features large patch flap pockets - perfect for toting your tyke's "treasures."
Old Navy Hooded Wool-Blend Coats For Baby ($40): Stylish in plaid! Boys can bundle up in this sherpa-lined coat and stay warm and fashionable this Winter.
Ralph Lauren Kids Coat, Little Boys Academy Peacoat ($195): Timeless style! This essential peacoat, in luxurious wool, features a classic look, right down to the engraved-anchor buttons.
Janie and Jack Bow Melton Coat ($99): Pretty in pink, this colorful wool-blend melton coat is the perfect finishing touch for your little princess' festive holiday looks.

Your Bridal Style: Inspired by the Royal Wedding Dress

OnSugar — Thu, 05 May 2011 12:45:50 PDT

If you're still swooning after Kate Middleton's royal wedding dress style, check out OnSugar blogger Fashion Funhouse Emporium's affordable wedding dress alternatives.

1) Babydoll short lace dress Delphine Manivet at Lovely Bridal, Under $7000 2) Floor length mermaid lace gown by Allure Bridals, Under $1000 3) Floor length A-line lace gown by Jorma Bridal, $345 4)Long sleeve short shift dress by BHLDN, $650 5) A-line gown with lace overlay, White by Vera Wang for David's Bridal, $1300 6) Kate Middleton in Alexander McQueen

The Princess's dress was safe and classic in all sense of the words. More crowd pleasing, she chose the Alexander McQueen label, the designer who before his untimely death was an industry darling and now, is even more heralded, even being honored with an exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute titled Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty.

Not only was the dress tastefully appropriate for a royal wedding, but you can bet a whole batch of brides will be seeking both sleeves and lace. Check out these different matrimonial styles for brides to be without the Alexander McQueen by Sarah Burton wedding dress budget.

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