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The trick to remaining Fab throughout the seasons is to adjust. Take, for instance, these Yves Saint Laurent Patent Boots ($640). The slick patent finish and low heel make them a perfect candidate for the wet season. See? No need to sacrifice style for function! Alas, YSL comes at a heavy price tag . . . To see the looks for less, read more Read more
Halt the presses — Jimmy Choo is holding a sale! Perhaps it's the new Rodeo Drive store opening that made president of the brand, Tamara Mellon, feel generous. No matter the motives, get yourself the pair of Choos you've been dreaming of ever since Sex and the City wrapped. I have my eye on this Jimmy Choo Patent Boot With Suede Trim ($625, originally $1,250) because it will shield my feet Read more
If Marie Antoinette lived today, we suspect Asos's Fall '12 collection would be her go-to wardrobe source. With an eye for trends that's made Asos a go-to shopping destination, the brand zeroed in on some of Fall's key pieces, albeit with a decidedly decadent slant. Rich and colorful textures were utilized on pieces ranging from outerwear to party skirts, and there were also the cooler fare via Read more
Want to know the secret to happy feet? We've discovered it — and it's so compact, it actually fits inside our handbag. Two words: foldable flats. These versatile, super stealthy soles have come a long way since the basic black Dr. Scholl's Fast Flats (which we love, too!) and to date, we've spotted ultracool versions in snakeskin, metallic, and patent leather. Whether you plan on donning these Read more
Spanx is a word that most women are familiar with. It's a type of shapewear that helps to smooth away lumps and bumps and also leaves no trace of a panty line. The creator of this product, Sara Blakely, has been inducted to this year's Forbes billionaires list, which was released yesterday. Spanx, an international undergarment company, is worth an estimated $1 billion. Here are a couple of Read more
Vanessa Bruno's 2012 Fall collection was all about the cool girl, which will surely please fashion insiders like Alexa Chung and Hollywood darlings Rachel Bilson and Kate Bosworth. Just what did the French designer have in store? A heavy helping of patent-leather pants and skirts paired with her signature tailored blazers, jewel-tone silk lace dresses, and gorgeous metallic finishes on structured Read more
There's a perfect nonchalance and a decidedly sporty edge to Sonia Rykiel's Fall 2012. April Crichton's collection is an artful balance of menswear and feminine dressing — we're treated to both strong suiting that takes shape in double-breasted coats and boxier silhouettes before the looks soften into more femme territory. That's femme without the frills — even ruching or sheer fabrications Read more
We often hear recommendations to buy generic, because they are pretty much the same as brand-name drugs, and are cheaper to boot. But many still stick with a brand they know, because after all, no one wants to take a gamble with their health. Here is a breakdown of facts you should know: How They Come About: Generic brands start surfacing when the patent of the brand-name drugs expires. Patents Read more
Karl Lagerfeld and Silvia Fendi joined forces to create an apocalyptic-chic collection for Fall 2012 — the wintery, forest-inspired vibe was evident, as models walked the runway in luxe layers of patent PVC and colored fur, looking gorgeously aggressive and ready for battle. Most of the pieces looked as if they had been literally cut from different cloths — oversize fur coats with contrasting Read more
Elie Tahari was all about "real women" for Fall '12, and to further prove that point, he enlisted his friends, family, and staff to model the collection. Amongst the casual, party-like setting — his "models" were spotted sipping champagne and even cradling a baby — Tahari showcased a jewel-toned mix of separates and some luxe accessories. Jackets and blazers were refreshed with tonal Read more
