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Cheap & Chic: Stripe Your Cardigan
We typically see socialite Olivia Palermo in fancy frocks and shiny sandals, so her casual appearance at the opening of 7 For All Mankind's NYC boutique is a welcome change. A striped cardigan, no matter what color, has the ability to inject a dash of sportif into any outfit. Without the black and white cardi, Olivia's ensemble would have been just fine; but with it, she exudes nonchalant chicness.
Celebrity Style: Hilary Duff
Hilary Duff grabbed coffee over the weekend, presumably on her way to a shopping excursion. I'm a big advocate of white jeans and Hil's fit like a glove. Smart girl for wearing tan pumps to elongate her legs.
Cheap & Chic: Black High-Waisted Shorts
While Miranda Kerr took her high-waisted black shorts on a tropical vacation, Lauren Conrad wore hers out on the town with an Alexander Wang top. It goes to show how versatile high-waisted black shorts are. They can weather extreme heat and go party hopping with you, too!
Celebrity Style: Vanessa Minnillo
Vanessa Minnillo and beau Nick Lachey got out of their swimming suits and into regular clothes for a night out. Vanessa showed off her tan legs in a polished denim shirtdress. Such a dress is ideal for a warm night because it's loose and the sleeves will prevent you from getting cold in an air-conditioned restaurant.
Trend Alert: Patch Me Up
This ain't your grandma's patchwork. Modern patchwork on tops, dresses, bags and shoes, is spreading hippie love wherever it goes. Who knew Hilary Duff was such a flower child?
eBay Find of the Week
I rarely push my style on others, but I couldn't pass the chance to do so with this Yves Saint Laurent-inspired Lux Black Vest Dress, size small, because I feel my wardrobe just wouldn't be the same without it. It's versatile because you can wear it buttoned up over jeans or unbuttoned over shorts. I haven't ever tried it as a dress, though, as it's too short.
Life's a Beach: One Piece, All Fabulous
Gone are the days when one-piece bathing suits are reserved for the shy and self-conscious. These days, girls of all shapes and styles are picking up one-pieces because they can be as, if not more, sexy than bikinis. Case in point: Naomi Campbell looks hot as hell in an exotic leopard-print one-piece.
The Look For Less: Leighton Meester
So many ladies have been stepping out on the red carpet in white blouses and black skirts. It's a classic look that can be worn in many instances: a charity luncheon, a dinner party, a bridal shower, a business meeting. Oh the possibilities.
Celebrity Style: Jessica Alba
Mama-to-be Jessica Alba kept it casual while baby shopping in LA. Although I'm not a fan of matching your handbag to shoes, the shades of purple are slightly different so it works. Her AKA New York cardigan, Tolani scarf, and purple Chucks create a cool, feminine look.
The Look for Less: LaRok Cannes T-Neck Halter Dress
I have many style mantras, but one I really stick to is that you can never have too many good lookin' LBDs. This LaRok Cannes T-Neck Halter Dress ($168) would definitely keep me honest and true to my mantra. It has a great neckline and is made out of a comfy jersey material.
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