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The Honeymoon's Over: How to Organize Your New Couple's Closet

FabSugar — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:00:22 PDT

If you're a traditional gal, chances are you won't move in with your husband-to-be until he is, well, your husband. Sorry to burst your love bubble, but living together means sharing a closet - gasp! For any gal who is overly protective of her clothes (present), this reality is downright scary. But don't reconsider your commitment now; I've got some solutions to ease your closet-sharing fears.

Since you'll probably be moving your clothes into a new closet, it's the ideal time to get rid of stuff you haven't worn in over a year. Honestly, if you haven't worn it in that long, you probably won't wear it again. Plus, even more reason to buy new stuff!
There's nothing like hanging your lovely clothes on pretty and scented hangers. Buy a bunch and you'll keep your section of the closet ultra feminine.
You can barely count how many handbags you own. It's OK - that's why buying a hanging purse organizer is useful. If your husband finds your purses lying on the floor, he won't get that you and your bags are inseparable. And if that happens, you won't be able to defend yourself when buy that new bag to have.

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Color coordinating. Since menswear is in vogue, you don't want to run the risk of mixing your clothes up with your hubby. My solution? Color code your entire wardrobe. Start with dark colors (black, navy blue); then move on to neutrals (white, creme, heather gray); finally, get into the colors (fuchsia, orange, yellow). I like to create a little closet rainbow.
Get some hanger tags that let you know how many times you've worn your clothes. That way, you don't over-wash, and in turn, ruin, your clothes.
Investing in a big jewelry chest is a must because you don't want your man messing with your gorgeous bling. To keep it out of his way, keep it on your dresser.
Drawer nooks are a great way to divide your undies and socks and to keep things nice and tidy.
Perfumed drawer papers are great for keeping your lingerie smelling fresh. Wink.
Though I don't share a closet (yes!), check out On My Way To a Fab Closet for inspiration.

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Do You Have to Share Your Closet With Someone?

FabSugar — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:22:22 PST

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The Honeymoon's Over: How To Organize Your New Couple's Closet

FabSugar — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 16:15:22 PDT

If you're a traditional gal, chances are you won't move in with your husband-to-be until he is, well, your husband! Not to burst your lovey-dovey bubble, but getting hitched and living together means sharing a closet - gasp! For any gal who loves, and is overly protective over her clothes (guilty), this reality is a downright scary one. But don't go reconsidering your commitment now; I've got some solutions to ease your closet-sharing fears. As for setting up your new kitchen? Let Yumsugar guide you!

Since you'll possibly be moving your clothes into a new one, it's the perfect time to get rid of stuff you haven't worn in over a year. Honestly, if you haven't worn it in that long, you probably don't love it anymore. Plus, it'll give you a reason to buy new stuff to fill up your new wardrobe!
Ah, color coordinating - I love it! Since menswear-inspired clothing is so in, you don't want to run the risk of mixing your clothes up with your hubby. My solution? Color code your entire wardrobe. Start with dark colors (black, navy blue); then move on to neutrals (white, creme, heather grey); finally, get into the colors (fuchsia, orange, yellow). I like to create a little closet rainbow!
There's nothing like hanging your lovely clothes on pretty and scented hangers! Buy a bunch and you'll be able to keep your section of the closet ultra feminine.

To see more closet-sharing tips,

Speaking of scented things, perfumed drawer papers are great for keeping your lingerie smelling fresh. Wink.
Investing in a big jewelry chest is a must because you don't want your hubbie messing with your gorgeous bling pieces. To keep it out of his way, keep it on your dresser.
You can barely count how many handbags you own. It's OK - that's why buying a hanging purse organizer is useful. If your hubby finds your purses lying on the floor, he won't get that you and your bags are inseparable. And if that happens, you won't be able to defend yourself when buy that new bag to have.
Drawer nooks are a great way to divide your undies and socks and to keep things nice and tidy.
Finally, get some hanger tags that let you know how many times you've worn your clothes. That way, you don't over-wash, and in turn, ruin, your clothes!
Oh, and don't forget to check out my Style for Style: Smart Shoe Storage!

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All the Latest (and Most Stylish) Spring TV Moments From Hart of Dixie, Revenge, and More

FabSugar — Thu, 10 May 2012 12:35:02 PDT

As our favorite weekly programming - namely Gossip Girl, Hart of Dixie, and Revenge - head into season finale territory, we're soaking up every last bit of love triangle drama, devious plotline fodder, and of course, the characters' super enviable wardrobes. Whether it's Rachel Bilson's downtown-cool style showcased in the likes of Alexander Wang and Chanel, or Zooey Deschanel's signature brand of quirky-cum-cute frocks, we've come to expect our favorite characters to forecast the season's best looks. Likewise, we're taking styling cues from Revenge (think polished pieces, suitable for Hamptons society) and emulating the retro prints and sheer-sleeved silhouettes courtesy of Mad Men. To catch up on the latest Spring TV fashion, click the slideshow to see the closets we're coveting the most. Have another show to share? Leave it in the comments.

Photos courtesy of The CW, Fox/FX, and AMC

Link Time: Bathroom Organizing Tips, a Closet Transformation, and Color Blogs that Inspire

Angela Swinderman Elias — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:00:43 PDT

A ramshackle plot in New Jersey becomes an enchanting estate. – Elle Decor
10 addictive color blogs that will inspire you to go bold. – Stylelist Home
See which unexpected recyclable material is popping up in home furnishings. –Houzz
Follow 9 simple steps to whipping your bathroom into organized shape. – Real Simple
70 different ways to add style and personality to your kitchen. – Country Living
Designer Jiun Ho shares 15 of his favorite design pieces on the market. – Dering Hall
Learn how to transform your closet from a sad white box to this! – Apartment Therapy

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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Which Trends Work Best With Your Body

Lucky — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:30:57 PDT

Lucky magazine is one of our favorite sources for great shopping tips. We're thrilled to share this fabulous story from our friends at Lucky!

Whenever women say that they don't follow trends and dress for their body shape instead, I don't really get it.

It's one thing to be a Lauren Hutton-type with a closet full of The Row, who cringes at loud, hyped about things like nail art or neon clutches. But it's another thing to shy away from eye-catching, ultra-popular pieces (crazy printed pants, peplums) because "trendy and body-flattering" seems contradictory. It's not; each of spring's biggest trends has its figure-enhancing capabilities. Click through the slideshow below to see what they are, and why having fun with trends and dressing for your figure aren't, actually, mutually exclusive:

Surfwear

Sturdy neoprene paves over lovehandles without the tight, clingy Spanx feel.

"Jasmine" dress, $225, Lisa Marie Fernandez, blueandcream.com

Click over to Lucky to see and shop the whole story.

For more fashion and style from Lucky, here are more Lucky stories.

Eight Outfits That You and He Will Both Love

Lucky — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 09:31:40 PDT

Lucky magazine is one of our favorite sources for great shopping tips. We're thrilled to share this fabulous story from our friends at Lucky!

Sometimes the hardest outfit to put together is one that's interesting but not too interesting- something that's on-trend enough to impress judgy friends but not so fashion-forward it flies right over boys' heads (harem pants, shoulder pads and denim tuxedos come to mind).

From sweatpants to beachwear to cocktail dresses, these eight outfits fall right in that sweet spot. Neither costume-y nor too classic and conservative, they'll keep everyone happy...but most importantly YOU. (Which is good, because you'd be the one buying them.) Click through the slideshow below to see them all and shop them piece by piece.

Click over to Lucky to see and shop the whole story.

For more fashion and style from Lucky, here are more Lucky stories.

Lauren Conrad Breaks From Blogging For a Day of Beauty

Allie Merriam — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:21:40 PDT

Lauren Conrad visited the Kate Somerville Skin salon in LA yesterday. It was an afternoon of pampering for Lauren, who's been busy working on her various fashion ventures. The designer, who's one of the celebrities to follow on Instagram, also just launched a Pinterest account. She's shared on her blog about other recent adventures, including tips on how to organize your closet and a look back at trends she loved from the '90s. Lauren also gave a look into the three things she always has in her purse, including lip balm, red lipstick - she loves a color from M.A.C. - and loose face powder. Yesterday's itinerary also included a stop by Paper Crown headquarters, where Lauren participated in a fitting for her line's holiday collection.

Beyoncé Launches a Limited-Edition Perfume For Summer

FabSugar — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 10:00:32 PDT